The Awfully Quiet Podcast

This week, I’m talking about the summer I turned quiet — and why the most powerful reinventions often begin in the stillness no one sees.As we move into that “back to school” energy, it’s tempting to launch straight into the doing: new routines, new projects, new versions of ourselves. But the truth is, every big change I’ve ever made has started inward first — in the quiet days, in the thinking no one claps for, in the recalibration that doesn’t look productive on paper. This summer reminded me that solitude isn’t the opposite of momentum; it’s the foundation of it.Whether you’ve had your own season of going quiet, or you’re stepping into one now, this episode is an invitation to see that inward work as the most essential work you’ll ever do.And if part of your own quiet glow up is about how you show up at work, my latest creations — Quiet Flex and The Subtle Scripts Pack — were designed exactly for this season. Quiet Flex is your career brand kit for building presence without the performance. The Subtle Scripts Pack gives you 200+ plug-and-play phrases so you can stop freezing when the spotlight hits you — and start being remembered for all the right reasons. Together, they’re the practical side of a quiet reinvention: the tools that help you match your inner shift with outer momentum.The things you discover when you’re still — your truest ideas, your next moves, the version of you you’ve been becoming all along — are never wasted. They’re the quiet beginnings of everything you’ll one day be loud about.Quietly obsessed? Leave a rating so more people can find us.Have a thought? DM me: @awfullyquietpodcast

Ever freeze when someone says, “So, what do you do?” Or worse — you’re in one of those awkward round-the-room intros and suddenly forget what you even do for a living. If that sounds familiar, this episode is for you. We’re not talking about performing. We’re talking about positioning — and why the difference matters.I’ll walk you through three go-to sentence starters you can borrow when the pressure’s on. When done right, they don’t just share your role. They share your approach, your energy, and what it’s like to work with you.You’ll also get a quick reflection ritual (bring your Notes app) to start building your own low-key standout intro. And if you’re tired of blanking when it matters most, and you want a personal brand that actually feels like you? That’s what I built Quiet Flex for. Quietly obsessed? Leave a rating so more people can find us.Have a thought? DM me: @awfullyquietpodcast

Ever seen someone crush it at work or drop a dreamy new project and thought, “Must be nice”? Same.This episode’s about jealousy, pressure, privilege—and the invisible effort behind what looks like success. Corporate superstars. Glamorous wins. The myth of the effortless rise. And the kind of grit no one claps for—the quiet kind. Bring your comparison spiral. Your self-doubt. Your “ugh, why not me?”You’re not alone. And you’re not wrong for feeling it.Quietly obsessed? Leave a rating so more people can find us.Have a thought? DM me: @awfullyquietpodcast

What does it look like to build a business that honors your energy instead of draining it? In this episode, I sit down with Isobel Griffin and Samara Bortz — the quietly iconic duo behind In Tandem Studios, where copywriting and design meet intentional, introspective strategy. We go deep on what it really takes to co-run a business as two naturally quiet people — from setting boundaries to finding your creative rhythm, to designing client experiences that feel like a deep exhale. Isobel and Samara share how they’ve gently broken the rules of traditional “client attraction” in favor of something more human, more intuitive, and way more sustainable.If you’ve ever felt overstimulated by the “shoulds” of business or unsure how to show up in a way that feels true — this conversation is your permission slip. Share it with the person you’d build something quietly iconic with, and don’t forget to leave that soft five-star seal of approval wherever you’re listening.🔗 Follow In Tandem Studios @intandem.studios.If this episode lands with you, share it with someone who needs it.And if you’re feeling generous, a 5-star rating or review helps way more than you know.

Let’s talk about the piece of feedback that makes every introvert's eye twitch:“You need to be more visible.”Thanks. Not helpful.In this episode, we unpack what visibility at work actually means — especially if you're not someone who thrives in the spotlight or loves impromptu coffee chats with senior leadership.We’ll go beyond the usual “speak up more” advice and get into what actually works when you’re thoughtful, observant, and quietly ambitious.Spoiler: It’s not glamorous, but it works.Quietly obsessed? Leave a rating so more people can find us.Have a thought? DM me: @awfullyquietpodcast

Isobelle Panton, aka the Corporate Agony Aunt, joins me to slice through modern office life and let go of all the outdated - and honestly, unhelpful - career advice we keep getting fed.We get into what people wildly misunderstand about corporate culture, how to actually get your work noticed, and how to build meaningful relationships - not by jumping into the spotlight, but by showing up in service to others. Isobelle’s perspective is clear, bold, and at times a little uncomfortable, which feels so necessary (especially for us quiet ones trying to navigate the noise).Her energy? Absolutely contagious. We talk about what it really takes to be a badass at work and a mum, and how to build a career and life that sounds delusional, until it isn’t.🔗 Follow Isobelle @corporateagonyaunt.If this episode lands with you, share it with someone who needs it.And if you’re feeling generous, a 5-star rating or review helps way more than you know.

We throw around the word introvert a lot, but what does it actually mean? In this episode, I’m breaking down what introversion really is (and what it’s not), why we’re all somewhere on the spectrum, and how powerful it can be to know exactly what fuels your energy, and what drains it.We’ll bust some myths about introverts at work, talk through how to navigate back-to-back meeting days, and explore why quiet strengths are anything but weak.If you’ve ever felt like being quiet or reflective was a disadvantage, this one’s for you. Quietly obsessed? Leave a rating so more people can find us.Have a thought? DM me: @awfullyquietpodcast

You’ve got the vision. You’ve done the prep. Things are moving.And then, without warning, your body hits the brakes.Not because you’re wrong. Not because you’re not ready.But because something in you still thinks growth means danger.In this episode, I talk about what it feels like when your nervous system isn’t on board with your big plans. That moment when your ambition is saying let’s go, but everything in you starts to resist. I share the loop I know too well: dreaming, working, doubting, comparing, retreating & what it looks like to interrupt it without shutting it down.We get into what the nervous system actually is, how it reacts to expansion, and how to start building safety in the middle of change.Not a fix. Just a quiet reminder: You’re becoming someone your body is still learning to trust.P.S. 5-Star Reviews make my day.

Meet me on Cringe Mountain for a soft (and slightly nervous) reveal.This week, I’m talking about why self-expression can feel so weirdly hard, especially for those of us who process deeply, speak slowly, and sometimes get stuck between knowing what we bring… and finding the words to say it.If you’ve ever felt like your brilliance doesn’t quite translate out loud, this one’s for you.I’m also finally sharing something I’ve been building behind the scenes. It’s raw, honest, and way overdue.Thanks for letting me say it out loud.Early Access List: https://hannahsosa.myflodesk.com/quietflex

Gen Z quietly clocked what the rest of us are just now realizing: Success doesn’t have to be loud, linear, or soul-draining. I’m joined by Sophie Hirst — former Google senior manager turned Gen Z coach and founder of Workbaby — for a conversation that unpacks how a new generation (and anyone quietly ambitious) is rewriting the rules of work, visibility, and self-worth.We talk behind-the-scenes life at Google, managing up without burning out, and how to build a career you actually want to live inside — one that’s energy-aware, values-led, and not built entirely on LinkedIn optics.This one’s for the quiet climbers.The soft disruptors.The ones who don’t always speak first — but who always see what’s really going on.🔗 Follow Sophie @sophworkbaby and check out BIZ, her Podcast that's rewriting the rules of work for a new generation.If this episode lands with you, share it with someone who needs it.And if you’re feeling generous, a 5-star rating or review helps way more than you know.

This wasn’t meant to be an episode.It was a voice note in motion — one I almost left in my drafts.But the week was loud.Two dream interviews on the mic.Big stakes behind the scenes.And that quiet discomfort that sneaks in when you’re expanding faster than you can explain.So I pressed record.No tidy insights. No plan. Just a reflection from the middle of it —where things feel raw, real, and still in rehearsal.If you want more voice notes like this — the in-between moments —tell me. Whisper it through a review, or drop a DM @awfullyquietpodcast.Either way: thanks for being here.It means more than you think.

What if your most fulfilling path isn’t the fastest one?This week, I’m joined by Chloe Linn — the founder of Slow Self, a thoughtful online platform inspiring people to grow at their own pace. Chloe’s work is rooted in unlearning toxic productivity and embracing the slower, more intentional rhythms of life and work.In this conversation, we talk about what it really means to grow slowly — how rushing often sends us climbing the wrong mountain, and how success without alignment can feel quietly hollow. We explore the idea that a career isn’t a straight climb to “bigger, better, bolder,” but more like a winding path with seasons of clarity, reflection, and redirection. And how reconnecting to that path — day by day — starts by slowing down enough to hear yourself.Chloe shares her philosophy on meaningful work, resisting urgency, and doing the inner work that slow living actually requires. Her take on the slow movement isn’t about matcha and skincare — it’s about coming home to yourself.If you're in a season of pause, reflection, or quiet change — or you just want a break from the noise — this one’s for you.Follow Chloe @slowselfco — it’s truly my favorite corner of the internet. And check out her beautifully-crafted Notion goal setting workbook.Send this episode to someone who could use a slow, grounding hour. And if you feel generous, rating and reviewing helps more than you know.

What if you could hit restart on your career? In this episode, I’m sharing the moves I’d make if I were starting from scratch.From building quiet influence to getting senior leadership to advocate for me. This is what I wish someone had told me when I was trying to fit into a mold of being “extroverted, outgoing, out there” and failing miserably.If you’ve ever felt like your personality wasn’t made for performance reviews or that your best work happens after the meeting ends—this one’s for you. Grab a flat white, pop your AirPods in, and let’s rewrite the playbook.Quietly obsessed? Leave a rating so more people can find us.Have a thought? DM me: @awfullyquietpodcast

This episode is about the skills that actually move the needle: The very real, very underrated ability to be human at work. I’m joined by Hayley Dawson, founder of Let’s Talk Human Skills, who helps people develop the kind of presence, trust, and clarity that gets you hired, remembered, and respected, without faking it.We get into what human skills actually are (spoiler: not fluff), how to show up with quiet confidence in interviews and conversations, and why deep thinkers and good listeners might already have the upper hand. Hayley shares frameworks, real stories, and those mic-drop moments that make you go, “Oh… that’s what I’ve been trying to say about myself.” If you’ve been craving something more real in your work life, this one’s for you.✨ If this episode hit home, drop a quick rating. It's like a quiet nod of approval that helps more people find the pod.📩 Thoughts or questions? DM me at @awfullyquietpodcast🔗 Connect with Hayley: [Instagram] | [Substack]

You’re doing the work. Making moves.And still—the doubt hits. Loud.This episode is a soft landing for that in-between.A quiet check-in on ambition, identity, and what it means to build something slow, sharp, and real.If you’ve ever questioned your pace, your path, or whether you’re “doing enough”—you’re not alone.This is the part we don’t post about. But it matters.The second half? A 6-minute grounding track.No mindset hacks. No pressure.Just something solid to come back to.Quietly obsessed? Leave a rating so more people can find us.Have a thought? DM me: @awfullyquietpodcast