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Nichole Harrop: Women's Leadership + Career Coach
The Future Female Leaders Podcast helps create more female leaders in the workplace.
If you are working in an entry level role and are preparing for future growth opportunities, this podcast is for you.
Future Female Leaders topics consist of building confidence, improving communication skills, becoming more self aware, learning how to proactively network, and expanding your mindset to best prepare you for that future leadership role.
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Nichole Harrop is a Women's Leadership + Career Coach. She started at a call center in an entry level role and built her career from there without a college degree. Nichole was turned down for promotions many times before she was offered a leadership position and has led teams in different organizations from well established companies to new tech start ups for over 10 years.
🎙️ Episode Summary: In this candid solo episode, Nichole opens up about her own experience with imposter syndrome—including why she hesitated to hit “record” after a few months away from the mic. From putting off speaking engagements to doubting her podcasting consistency, Nichole reflects on the internal dialogue so many women face at work.
You’ll walk away with practical strategies for recognizing and confronting imposter syndrome, plus reminders that growth takes time—and you're not alone.
💬 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- Why imposter syndrome can creep in—even when you’re already successful
- How to reframe fear-based thoughts and stop self-sabotage
- Ways to reflect on and celebrate your growth
- The power of technical vulnerability and asking for help
- Why clarity from your leader can reduce self-doubt
- How to use your voice (literally!) to change your mindset
✨ Nichole’s Top Tips:
- Speak truth out loud: Replace fearful thoughts with intentional affirmations.
- Track your growth: Write down how you've improved since starting your current role.
- Don’t go it alone: Ask for support, guidance, or mentorship when you're feeling stuck.
- Connect with your leader: Clarify what success looks like in your role and what to work toward.
📥 Get the Career Growth Guide: Not sure what to focus on each month in your career? Download Nichole’s Career Growth Guide—it includes two focus areas per month and video support to help you grow with purpose. 👉 Grab it here.
🔗 Let’s Connect: Nichole would love to hear from you! Say hi on LinkedIn and start a genuine conversation. You’re not alone in your career journey. 💛
In this episode, Nichole Harrop dives into the practice of selecting a Word of the Year to guide personal and professional growth. She shares her own process of choosing the word Momentum for 2025 and how it aligns with her goals. Nichole also offers practical tips for selecting a word, incorporating accountability, and using AI tools to brainstorm meaningful options.
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What You'll Learn in This Episode:
- Why choosing a word of the year can provide clarity and motivation
- Nichole's personal journey with goal-setting and accountability
- How to find a word that resonates with your goals and values
- Real-life examples of words chosen by others and their meanings
- How to stay accountable and build momentum throughout the year
Resources Mentioned:
- Career Growth Guide: A resource to help you focus on key areas of growth each month. Get your copy via the link in the show notes.
- LinkedIn Connection: Join Nichole on LinkedIn to participate in free career growth sessions.
Key Takeaways:
- Selecting a word that aligns with your aspirations can help guide your actions throughout the year.
- Building habits and accountability through small steps leads to long-term success.
- Using AI tools like ChatGPT can help generate ideas and refine your word selection process.
- It's okay to pivot and adjust your focus throughout the year as needed.
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Nichole Harrop chats with co-worker Lauren Cohen about her incredible journey through nearly four decades in the tech industry. From programming on mainframes in the '80s to embracing cutting-edge AI and modern workplace technologies, Lauren shares her insights on staying adaptable and thriving in an ever-changing field.
Lauren discusses how she navigated major transitions in technology, overcame challenges as a woman in computer science, and continues to evolve in her role at Vasion. She offers actionable advice on managing change, collaborating across generations, and building confidence through experience. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to level up in your career, this episode is packed with inspiration and practical takeaways.
What You’ll Learn:
- Strategies for staying relevant in the tech world.
- The value of cross-generational learning and collaboration.
- How to embrace change and manage frustrations when learning new skills.
- Tips for identifying mentors and leveraging workplace relationships.
Resources Mentioned:
- Career Growth Guide: Plan your development with actionable monthly goals. Get your copy here.
About the Guest: Lauren Cohen is a Digital Transformation Engineer at Vasion with 37 years of experience in software development. She has a passion for learning and sharing knowledge, and her ability to adapt and thrive in the fast-paced tech world makes her a leader and mentor to her peers.
Connect with Nichole
- Visit www.hellogrowvio.com for more career resources.
- Follow Nichole Harrop on LinkedIn.
Nichole chats with Amy Spurling, the CEO and Founder of Compt, about the power of leading with boundaries. Amy shares her personal journey of founding Compt at 40 after a successful career as a CFO and COO in the tech industry. She explains how Compt's global lifestyle benefits platform supports employees in a personalized way, empowering companies to meet their team members where they are in their life journeys.
This conversation dives into key strategies for balancing well-being and career success, setting boundaries like "No Meeting Mondays," and embracing mental health as an integral part of leadership and workplace culture.
Key Takeaways 1. The Importance of Boundaries: Amy emphasizes how setting boundaries—like logging off at 5 p.m. or protecting lunch breaks—leads to increased productivity, creativity, and team morale. 2. Measuring Outcomes Over Hours: A results-oriented mindset encourages flexibility and allows employees to manage their workloads without unnecessary stress. 3. Mental Health Matters: Amy opens up about her personal strategies for managing her mental health and the ripple effect this approach has on her team. 4. Personalized Benefits Work: Learn how tailoring employee benefits to individual needs can improve workplace satisfaction and foster a positive culture. 5. Leadership Lessons: Amy's insights on empowering her team, managing priorities, and fostering sustainable work environments are invaluable for leaders at every level.
Resources Mentioned * Connect with Amy Spurling on LinkedIn * Learn more about Compt * Download the Career Growth Guide to simplify your professional development journey: link here.
In this episode, Nichole Harrop chats with career coach Andrea Yacub Macek to discuss navigating career uncertainty and creating strategies for your next career move. Andrea shares her personal journey, including how she transitioned from pursuing a medical career to climbing the corporate ladder, and finally finding her passion in helping women discover career alignment.
Andrea and Nichole dive into topics like:
- How to recognize when you're at a career crossroads
- Common challenges women face in their careers, like toxic bosses or feeling lost in their roles
- The importance of sitting with discomfort and using it to gain clarity
- Practical strategies for turning setbacks into growth opportunities
- The power of vulnerability and building trust in your decision-making process
Whether you're feeling stuck in your current role or unsure of your next steps, Andrea's advice on gaining clarity and aligning your career with your purpose will give you the tools you need to move forward with confidence.
Key Takeaways:
- Embrace Change: Career setbacks or unexpected changes can be growth opportunities if you practice resilience and trust in yourself.
- Clarity First: Before making any decisions, take time to clarify your vision for your life and career, and simplify it into actionable steps.
- Support System: It's important to build a network of supportive people around you, whether that's inside your workplace or outside.
- Sit in Discomfort: Growth often comes from uncomfortable emotions. Don’t run from them—process them to gain deeper insight into what you truly want.
Links Mentioned:
- Download Nichole’s Career Growth Guide to focus on key areas of professional development each month. Get yours here.
- Connect with Andrea Yacub Macek on LinkedIn.
- Visit Andrea’s website for more information on her coaching services.
Check out the Career Growth Guide to grow in your career.
In this episode, Nichole Harrop sits down with Heather Nemelka, a single mother of five who re-entered the workforce after an 18-year break. Heather shares her inspiring journey of navigating career pivots, regaining confidence, and launching her own business, Elevare, to help women—especially single mothers—return to the workforce.
Heather discusses the challenges she faced, including the self-doubt that comes with re-entering the workforce after a long break. She offers actionable advice on using informational interviews to build confidence, making career pivots, and leveraging networking to grow professionally. Heather's story provides valuable insights for anyone looking to re-enter the workforce or pivot careers.
Key Takeaways:
- Informational Interviews: Heather explains how conducting informational interviews helped her gain confidence, network, and land her first role after her career break.
- Building Confidence: Heather highlights the importance of “borrowing confidence” from those around you and using past experiences as evidence of your abilities.
- Networking: Heather shares practical tips for expanding your network, including attending free local events, volunteering, and making meaningful LinkedIn connections.
- Affirmations and Self-Belief: Heather emphasizes the power of positive affirmations in overcoming self-doubt and rebuilding confidence.
- Reframing Experience: Mothers returning to the workforce can leverage the skills they've gained during their time at home to showcase value in the professional world.
Resources Mentioned:
- Elevare: Heather’s business focused on helping women, particularly mothers, return to the workforce. Visit www.elavare.com for more information.
- Career Growth Guide: Nichole’s resource to help you focus on skill development and career conversations with your leader.
Connect with Heather Nemelka:
- Website: www.elavare.com
- LinkedIn: Heather Nemelka
Connect with Nichole Harrop:
- Website: hellogrowvio.com
- LinkedIn: Nichole Harrop
This podcast episode with Elizabeth Lotardo dives deep into the importance of leading yourself effectively as a foundation for transitioning into leadership roles. Elizabeth shares her insights on how to shift focus from unattainable output goals to manageable input goals, empowering individuals to control what they can and improve their performance. She emphasizes that leading yourself is about identifying and maximizing what is within your control—like your mindset, emotional response, and daily actions—while recognizing the power this brings in both personal and professional growth.
Key takeaways include:
- Celebrating Small Wins: Embrace and celebrate small achievements as they contribute to overall progress and satisfaction.
- Managing Unrealistic Goals: Understand the importance of setting realistic goals and how to break them down into actionable steps within your control.
- Leading Yourself: Leadership starts with effectively leading yourself by controlling your mindset and behaviors, which will eventually translate into successful leadership of others.
Elizabeth’s book, available now, offers a deeper exploration of these concepts, providing practical advice for anyone looking to enhance their leadership skills by first mastering self-leadership.
Tune into the first episode with Elizabeth Lotardo here.
Get your copy here. Or download on Audible here.
Connect with Nichole and Elizabeth on LinkedIn.
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In this episode of the Future Female Leaders podcast, Nichole Harrop discusses what to do after not being promoted to a leadership role. Nichole offers insights into the emotional and strategic steps you can take to turn the experience into an opportunity for growth. Whether the role was filled by an external or internal hire, Nichole shares advice on how to navigate the situation with grace, support the new leader, and continue your own career development.
Get your copy of the Career Growth Guide here.
Connect with Nichole on LinkedIn.
Key Takeaways:
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Reflect on Your Leadership Aspirations:
- Before jumping into the disappointment, assess your true interest in leadership roles.
- Understand the difference between ladder growth (traditional career progression) and expanded growth (broadening your skills and impact without necessarily moving up).
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Seek Constructive Feedback:
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Give yourself time to process before seeking feedback.
- Approach feedback with curiosity and a readiness to implement changes.
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Support the New Leader:
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Whether the new leader is an external or internal hire, offer your help to make their transition smooth.
- Build a positive relationship by being a resource and showing your value to the new leader.
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Build Relationships and Continue to Grow:
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Use this time to deepen your relationships within the organization.
- Consider asking the new leader about their experiences and strategies, turning this into a learning opportunity for yourself.
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Maintain a Positive Attitude:
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Even if disappointed, focus on helping the team and the new leader succeed.
- This attitude not only helps the team but also positions you as a strong candidate for future leadership opportunities.
Actionable Tips:
- Assess Your Goals: Take time to reflect on whether you genuinely want to be in a leadership role or if you’re driven by external factors like title or pay.
- Ask for Feedback: When you're ready, ask for specific feedback on why you weren’t selected for the role and how you can improve.
- Offer Support: Be proactive in supporting the new leader, whether they were hired internally or externally.
- Network and Learn: Use this time to build relationships and learn from the new leader’s experiences.
Connect with Nichole on LinkedIn Episode Summary: In this special milestone episode, Nichole Harrop reflects on the journey of creating and growing the Future Female Leaders podcast. Nichole shares her experiences, challenges, and accomplishments over the past five years, celebrating the podcast's 250th episode. She discusses the importance of celebrating milestones, the evolution of her podcasting skills, and the valuable lessons learned along the way.
Key Points Covered: 1. Introduction and Milestone Celebration
* Nichole celebrates the 250th episode and reflects on starting the podcast nearly five years ago.
* Emphasizes the importance of celebrating both small and large accomplishments.
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Starting the Podcast Journey
- Nichole shares how she was encouraged by a business coach to start her own podcast after not finding many relevant podcasts to guest on.
- Initial challenges of learning podcasting basics, including using GarageBand and creating an RSS feed.
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Overcoming Doubts and Initial Struggles
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Dealing with doubts and the desire for perfection.
- Early experiences of recording episodes in less-than-ideal conditions and the slow growth in the initial months.
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Finding a Niche and Audience Growth
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Nichole's goal to fill a gap in the podcasting space by focusing on career growth for future female leaders.
- Realizing the need to pivot content based on feedback and focusing more on career growth topics.
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Podcast Rebranding and Impact
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Changing the podcast's name from "Next Level Leaders" to "Future Female Leaders" to better align with the target audience.
- Celebrating the global reach of the podcast with listeners in 120 different countries.
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Top Podcast Episodes
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Highlighting the top five episodes based on listener engagement:
- Episode 15: Building off Strengths
- Episode 231: Are You Setting Boundaries at Work?
- Episode 49: Are You Doing the Right Things to Stand Out at Work?
- Episode 241: The Most Important Thing About Consistency
- Episode 215: An Easy Way to Approach Giving Feedback
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In this episode, Nichole Harrop reflects on her past approach to career growth and shares how she wishes she had focused more on holistic growth rather than just climbing the corporate ladder. She discusses the importance of celebrating each step of the journey and offers practical advice for maintaining a balanced and fulfilling career trajectory.
Key Takeaways:
- Career Growth Guide: Nichole introduces a helpful resource, the Career Growth Guide, to assist listeners in establishing a consistent and effective growth strategy.
- LinkedIn Importance: She stresses the importance of having a LinkedIn profile for career development and networking, even if one is not actively posting content.
- Ladder Growth vs. Expanded Growth:
- Ladder Growth: Traditionally, career growth is seen as climbing a corporate ladder, focusing on achieving higher titles and positions.
- Expanded Growth: Nichole advocates for a more rounded approach, where growth is multifaceted, similar to a garden of blooming flowers. This includes expanding skills, knowledge, and impact without necessarily moving up in title.
- Personal Reflection: Nichole shares her experience with burnout from focusing too heavily on upward career movement and the lack of fulfillment that came with it.
- Work Journal: Keeping a work journal to track accomplishments, projects, and impacts can help one recognize their growth and stay prepared for future opportunities.
- Mindset Shift: Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their own growth strategies and consider adopting a more holistic view of career development.
Check out Nichole's digital resources here
Connect with Nichole on LinkedIn
Episode Highlights:
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Importance of Building a Personal Brand:
- Focus on LinkedIn, but also applicable in general.
- Creating a personal brand helps in career growth and visibility.
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Reminder:
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Check the link in the show notes for career growth resources.
- The Career Growth Guide is a valuable tool to complement building your brand.
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Personal Brand Backstory:
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Nichole's experience as a career job hopper and the fresh start it offers.
- Importance of professionalism and maintaining a positive reputation.
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Key Points on Building a Personal Brand:
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Reflect on how you make people feel and interact with others.
- Set personal boundaries and hold yourself to a standard.
- Consider how you want to be remembered after leaving a job.
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LinkedIn Tips:
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Start by engaging with content and commenting on posts.
- Gradually build confidence to post your own content.
- Share your growth journey, insights, and recommendations.
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Networking:
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The power of building a network and offering value.
- Consistent visibility on LinkedIn opens doors to opportunities.
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Practical Advice:
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Download the Career Growth Guide for monthly focus areas and video content.
- Use the guide for ideas on what to post and how to grow.
Get the free intro to the Career Growth Guide!
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Topics/Questions discussed:
How can someone in an entry level role recognize that they might need to help their leader to become more of a coach?
What is a good way to go about changing the structure of a helpful 1:1?
What can you do if you are trying to make changes to your 1:1 structure and it’s not going well?
What other advice or guidance do you have to help someone who wants to grow?
Get the Career Growth Guide here. Connect and ask any questions to Nichole on LinkedIn.
Key Points:
- Importance of knowing your boss's expectations, especially if aiming for growth or leadership.
- Metrics such as customer satisfaction, quality scores, attendance, and meeting punctuality can be key.
- Tailor your approach to meet your leader's priorities.
- Ask your leader what they need from you today to endorse your future growth.
- Use the Career Growth Guide (in show notes) for career roadmap and growth tips.
Connect with Nichole on LinkedIn
Check out the different digital offerings Nichole has, here!
Here's the link to grab the digital download for the Ultimate Career Growth Workbook
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Episode Highlights
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Networking and Personal Growth:
- Grace shares her journey of starting to post on LinkedIn despite feeling unprepared initially.
- Nichole emphasizes the importance of networking and supportive connections in personal and professional growth.
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Overcoming Fear and Taking Action:
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Grace emphasizes the significance of pushing past fear by simply taking action, even if it's starting with small steps.
- Both hosts discuss how supportive networks contribute to building confidence and making strides in their careers.
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Challenging Self-Limiting Beliefs:
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The conversation revolves around challenging self-limiting beliefs, encouraging listeners to question why they delay their aspirations.
- They discuss the need to challenge one's own beliefs and surround oneself with supportive people to move forward.
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Benefits of Taking Risks:
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Grace shares her experience of stepping into roles she felt unprepared for initially and the growth that came from embracing these challenges.
- The conversation delves into how the discomfort of uncertainty can lead to personal and professional growth.
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Transition into Leadership and Self-Reflection:
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Grace recounts her transition from an individual contributor to a leadership role and the challenges she faced, particularly around uncertainty and self-doubt.
- Both hosts discuss the importance of self-reflection in career progression and the necessity of balancing feedback-seeking behavior with confidence in leadership roles.
This week Nichole shares an episode where she was a guest on The Thinking Project Podcast, hosted by Dalton Jensen.
Key Takeaways:
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Common Leadership Pitfalls:
- A good boss avoids deflecting blame and takes ownership of team success.
- They actively engage in one-on-one meetings and recognize their importance for team growth.
- Avoid making quick assumptions and judgments about team members. Encourage diverse opinions.
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Promoting High Performers:
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Promoting the highest-performing employees is not always the best decision. They might lack people management skills.
- Being an excellent individual contributor does not guarantee leadership potential. Leadership requires caring about others' success.
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Being Authentic as a Leader:
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Leaders should avoid pretending to be someone they're not in pursuit of success.
- It's essential to be your authentic self while still refining your leadership skills to adapt to your environment.
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Importance of Soft Skills:
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Developing soft skills is crucial for successful leadership. Start with self-awareness to understand your impact on others.
- Building individual relationships and caring about team members' lives outside of work fosters trust and psychological safety.
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The Value of Empathy:
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Empathy is a key element of great leadership. It involves genuinely caring about your team members' success and well-being.
- Leaders should strive to understand their team's challenges and actively support them.
Challenging Work Environments:
- It's vital for leaders to acknowledge that the environment can sometimes restrict open communication and empathy.
- Organizations should encourage leadership that promotes caring and connection within teams, even outside of the workplace.
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1: Deciding on Your Career Path
- Nichole reflects on her own experience working for a well-established company and the importance of considering long-term growth.
- Discusses her transition to a startup, which proved to be a better fit for her career goals.
- Advises listeners to think carefully about the company they work for, even in entry-level positions.
2: Learning About Leadership Roles
- Nichole shares her experience about not fully understanding what her team leader's role involved before her promotion.
- Emphasizes the importance of asking questions and gaining a clear understanding of the responsibilities of the next level of leadership.
- Mentions the significance of offering to take on tasks to support the team leader, demonstrating initiative and creating a mutually beneficial relationship.
3: Networking for Success
- Nichole discusses her early experiences with networking and the realization that she needed a more intentional approach.
- Encourages listeners to seek guidance from mentors and ask questions about the career path and skills they should be focusing on.
- Stresses the value of building meaningful relationships with the right people who can guide them towards their goals.
4: Tracking Achievements
- Nichole talks about the benefits of maintaining a work journal to track progress and achievements.
- Encourages the use of electronic tools, calendars, or handwritten notes to document accomplishments consistently.
- Shares how she believes that documenting achievements would have boosted her confidence and preparation for interviews.
5: The Role of Mentors
- Nichole expresses her wish for a more structured mentoring relationship when she was starting her leadership journey.
- Discusses the importance of having an external mentor who can provide neutral guidance and support.
- Highlights the challenge of building trust in internal relationships and the benefits of a mentor outside of the workplace.
It's not about how long you've been doing something, but when you maintain that commitment, especially when life throws you off course.
Episode Highlights
- Consistency in All Aspects of Life: Consistency is a fundamental element in your work life, home life, hobbies, passions, and relationships. It's a universal principle that applies to all areas of your life.
- The Challenge of Consistency: There are moments when maintaining consistency becomes challenging. It can feel mundane, and you might not immediately see the benefits. This is particularly true in today's instant-gratification world. However, remember that consistency pays off over time, much like going to the gym or eating healthier.
- Thinking About Your Future Self: Consider your future self and what you want to achieve. Instead of focusing solely on your career or job titles, think about how you want to interact with others, build your personal brand, and show up in various aspects of your life.
- Overcoming Confidence Issues: Transitioning into a new role can be tough, especially if you're lacking confidence. Consistency may feel harder when it's not a built-in routine or habit. It's crucial to keep putting in the effort, even when you're unsure of the outcomes.
- Nichole's Experience: Nichole shares her personal experience of taking a break from posting episodes on her podcast for a month. Life got hectic, but she realized the importance of consistency in helping others through her content. She got back on track, determined to maintain the consistency she once had.
- Setting Your Priorities: Reflect on what areas of your life you want to be more consistent in. It's easy to push things off until "later," but that can turn into weeks, months, or even years of procrastination. Think about where you want to be a year from now, not just in terms of your career but in your daily routine and consistent effort.
- Embracing Imperfection: Remember that we're all a work in progress, and it's okay not to be on top of everything all the time. Give yourself grace, especially during the holiday season.
- Saying Yes and Setting Boundaries: Think about what you want to commit to and where you need to establish boundaries. Consistency is about finding the right balance and making it work for you personally.
Conclusion
Consistency is a powerful tool that can shape your future. It's not about how long you've been doing something but when you maintain that commitment, even when it's challenging. Think about your future self and what you want to achieve, and don't be too hard on yourself. Remember, it's a journey, and we're all a work in progress.
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In this episode of the Future Female Leaders podcast, host Nichole Harrop interviews Cecily Jorgensen, a marketing professional who shares her journey of transitioning from a background in vocal performance to a successful career in marketing. Cecily highlights her professional growth, personal interests, and how her passion for leadership drives her.
Cecily began her career with aspirations of becoming a local performer but transitioned into an office job to contribute to her family's financial goals. She quickly adapted to different roles within the company, moving from an executive assistant to content marketing manager and eventually working in customer success. Her ability to excel in these roles allowed her to demonstrate her competence and led to more responsibilities.
She emphasizes the importance of learning the core responsibilities of your job quickly, which can set you apart and lead to additional opportunities. Building connections with colleagues, understanding their strengths and weaknesses, and finding solutions to their pain points can help you stand out and gain their respect.
Cecily also shares her journey into office politics and how she learned to navigate it. Recognizing that not everyone has the same goals, Cecily advises others to listen to their intuition and be assertive when needed. She emphasizes that being bold and proactive has been instrumental in her professional growth.
Both Nichole and Cecily agree on the significance of fostering meaningful connections in the workplace and how these connections can enhance your experience and drive success. They encourage leaders to actively support and create environments where employee engagement and connection are valued.
Originally, Cecily had her sights set on a career in local performance. However, her family's financial goals led her to an office job. In this new environment, she quickly adapted to various roles, progressing from an executive assistant to a content marketing manager, and eventually, working in customer success. Her knack for excelling in these positions showcased her competence, opening doors to more significant responsibilities.
One key takeaway from Cecily's journey is the importance of swiftly mastering the core responsibilities of your role. This proficiency can set you apart and result in additional opportunities. Building strong connections with colleagues, understanding their strengths and weaknesses, and actively finding solutions to their pain points can help you stand out and earn their respect.
Cecily also shares insights into navigating office politics. She learned to recognize that not everyone shares the same goals, emphasizing the significance of listening to your intuition and asserting yourself when necessary. Her success in the corporate world has been underpinned by her bold and proactive approach.
In summary, Cecily Jorgensen's story is an inspiring example of how someone with a background in a completely different field can successfully transition into a career in marketing and climb the corporate ladder by embracing opportunities, learning quickly, and navigating office politics with assertiveness and resilience.
The episode underscores the importance of building connections, solving problems, and recognizing your own potential for growth, regardless of your initial career aspirations. Cecily's journey serves as a reminder that, with determination and adaptability, it's possible to excel in leadership roles and make a significant impact in your chosen field.
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1. The Power of Cycle-Aware Scheduling:Dashboard
- Nichole talks about her approach to scheduling tasks based on her menstrual cycle, emphasizing the importance of self-compassion and proactive planning.
- The conversation touches on the shift from a reactive to a proactive mindset, giving control back to women.
2. Understanding Your Menstrual Seasons:
- Elizabeth introduces the concept of the Inner Seasons framework, a recent development that correlates menstrual phases with the four natural seasons.
- The Winter Phase: Menstruation - A time of hibernation and low energy, perfect for rest and introspection.
- The Spring Phase: Rising Estrogen - A period of optimism and new beginnings, ideal for initiating projects.
- The Summer Phase: Ovulation - High energy, increased sociality, and peak attractiveness, often referred to as the "Beyonce hormone."
- The Autumn Phase: Luteal Phase - A time for coziness, introspection, and preparation, offering a keen eye for detail.
3. Embracing Cycle-Aware Empowerment:
- Nichole reflects on the empowering nature of cycle awareness, highlighting her personal experiences at events.
- She discusses communicating her energy levels to others, including male colleagues, without explicitly mentioning her menstrual cycle.
- The duo explores how this awareness can influence decision-making, particularly avoiding significant life choices during the fall phase.
4. Breaking the Consistency Myth:
- The conversation revolves around how societal expectations, especially in the workplace, have led women to believe they should perform consistently like the sun or a male hormonal pattern, despite natural cyclical changes.
- Elizabeth highlights the importance of awareness in building self-compassion and understanding that it's not an individual problem but a shared experience.
5. Navigating Your Inner Autumn:
- Elizabeth sheds light on the often overlooked and misunderstood inner autumn phase of the menstrual cycle, characterized by heightened critical thinking.
- She explains that while the inner autumn is excellent at identifying problems, it struggles to find solutions. This phase often leads to extreme and impractical solutions.
- The discussion encourages embracing the inner autumn's role as a superpower for evaluation, providing valuable insights even if the delivery might be less polished.
6. Utilizing Cycle-Aware Productivity:
- Nichole and Elizabeth discuss practical ways to work with your menstrual cycle, such as shifting tasks to align with your energy levels.
- Elizabeth highlights the efficiency gained when tasks match your cycle phases, even if full scheduling around the cycle isn't always possible.
- They emphasize the importance of recognizing the bare minimum expectations at work and having open conversations with leaders about energy fluctuations.
7. Overcoming Challenges:
- Both share personal experiences of navigating the challenges of work expectations during different cycle phases, highlighting the importance of self-awareness and communication.
- The conversation stresses the value of understanding your unique cycle patterns and learning to adapt to them effectively.
In conclusion, this episode advocates for menstrual cycle awareness as a tool for self-compassion, improved productivity, and effective communication in personal and professional settings. By embracing the natural ebb and flow of their cycles, women can achieve a healthier work-life balance and contribute to more inclusive and empathetic workplaces.
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Top Productivity Hacks for Busy Women:
a. Knowing Your Why:
- Caitlin stresses the significance of having a purpose and a driving motivation (your "why") for being productive.
- Encourages asking questions to uncover what lights you up and keeps you motivated.
b. Creating a Life Vision:
- Caitlin explains the concept of a life vision, which is a detailed and vivid description of how you want your life to be.
- Encourages dreaming big and incorporating specific details into your vision.
c. Developing Systems:
- Caitlin emphasizes the importance of establishing systems, routines, and habits to manage tasks efficiently.
- Suggests delegating tasks and seeking help to avoid feeling overwhelmed.
- Caitlin shares examples of how she delegates tasks to others, including family members.
d. Effective Planning:
- Caitlin discusses the power of planning in boosting productivity.
- Recommends using a planner to outline daily and weekly tasks, focusing on the most important actions.
- Highlights the flexibility required in planning and adjusting as needed.
Takeaways:
- The importance of having a strong "why" and a clear life vision to drive productivity.
- The value of creating effective systems, routines, and habits to manage tasks.
- The transformative impact of planning and time management on productivity and overall well-being.
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In today's episode, Nichole talks with guest Sherralynn Arnold about why it's important to set boundaries at work.
They each share perspective on these 4 questions:
1 What advice can you give women who feel called to lead others, but don't know where to start?
2 Why is it important to learn how to set healthy boundaries?
3 What have you found as challenges that are unique to women as they are working to stand out as leaders or new into leadership positions?
4 After 30 years as an entrepreneur, what is your biggest takeaway?
You'll hear personal and vulnerable stories about how each of them are working through setting boundaries and their experiences about setting boundaries in the past.
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In this episode, host Nichole Harrop talks about the CTFAR framework that changed her life. She walks the audience through this self-coaching model that helped her take control of her thoughts, feelings, and actions, and improve her response to everyday situations.
Nichole shares her personal experience of feeling out of control with her thoughts and feelings, especially during her three-year-long infertility journey. She came across the CTFAR model while listening to Jody Moore's podcast, and it made a significant impact on her life. Within a week of implementing this practice, Nichole noticed a positive change in herself, and people around her could also see the difference.
The CTFAR framework stands for Circumstances, Thoughts, Feelings, Actions, and Results. Everything is a circumstance, and good or bad things are only good or bad because of the thought and feeling that happens after the circumstance.
Nichole believes that the model can help individuals have more control and show up in the best ways possible, even in challenging situations.
Overall, this podcast episode is informative, relatable, and inspiring, and it encourages listeners to take charge of their thoughts and feelings and become more mindful in their daily lives.
This is a special episode because it's a follow up from Episode 99| Leaving a Toxic Workplace.
In this episode, Nichole and her guest talk about the yellow flags that pop up in our jobs and what her guest did to work through some of them and how to advocate for yourself and navigate these yellow flags throughout your career.
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Episode Overview:
- Today's episode focuses on planning for success and celebrating milestones.
- Nichole shares personal updates and experiences.
- She encourages listeners to shift their mindset and plan for success in various areas of their lives.
Planning for Success
- Nichole emphasizes the importance of thinking about what could go right, rather than solely focusing on backup plans.
- Encourages listeners to envision their future roles, positions, and phases of life in a successful scenario.
Celebrating Milestones
- Nichole recounts her experience of surpassing 100,000 podcast downloads.
- Talks about attending a retreat coinciding with the milestone and the joy of building new relationships.
- Highlights the fun activities at the retreat: e-bike riding through Zion's National Park, repelling, and a transformative sound bath.
Updates and Challenges
- Nichole shares her absence in June due to illness and vocal strain.
- Assures listeners of her return with great content while taking care of her health.
- Encourages listeners to plan for success in their own endeavors, setting goals and rewards for themselves.
Career Journals and Entrepreneurship
- Nichole discusses the challenges and successes of updating her career journals available on Amazon.
- Introduces a more gender-neutral version of the journal.
- Encourages listeners to check out the career journals in the show notes to support their career growth.
Embracing Change and Overcoming Insecurities
- Nichole talks about the discomfort and insecurities that come with pursuing entrepreneurship.
- Shares her journey of transitioning from a comfortable role to making a bigger impact.
- Encourages listeners to embrace change, face discomfort, and open doors to greater opportunities.
Closing Remarks:
- Nichole acknowledges the unstructured nature of the episode and thanks listeners for their support.
- Invites listeners to share the podcast with friends and check out the career journals.
- Encourages connection and offers support via LinkedIn.
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Introduction: In this episode of the Future Female Leaders Podcast, host Nichole Harrop discusses the common experience of feeling overwhelmed at work after a holiday weekend. She reassures listeners that this is a normal occurrence and provides practical tips for managing overwhelm and prioritizing tasks effectively. Nichole introduces a simple exercise called the "Red Light Green Light" technique, which helps categorize and visualize work-related tasks based on enjoyment and energy levels.
Episode Highlights:
- The State of Overwhelm: Nichole acknowledges the feeling of overwhelm that often arises when returning to work after a long holiday weekend. She emphasizes that it is a shared experience among many individuals and addresses the inaction that can accompany overwhelm.
- The Red Light Green Light Exercise: Nichole introduces the Red Light Green Light exercise as a tool to navigate overwhelming tasks. She instructs listeners to envision three columns: Green Light (tasks they enjoy), Red Light (draining tasks), and Yellow Light (challenging tasks).
- Green Light Column: Listeners are encouraged to identify tasks they genuinely love doing and consider how they can incorporate more of these activities into their work. Nichole advises communicating these preferences to direct leaders to foster a more fulfilling work experience.
- Red Light Column: The focus shifts to tasks that drain energy and create feelings of dread or procrastination. Nichole prompts listeners to evaluate whether they have communicated their aversion to these tasks with their leaders, emphasizing the importance of sharing honest feedback while still committing to completing them effectively.
- Yellow Light Column: Nichole introduces the concept of yellow light tasks—tasks that don't bring immediate joy but involve curiosity, challenges, and the need for clarification. She highlights the significance of seeking clarity and direction from leaders to ensure successful execution.
- Effective Communication: Nichole emphasizes the importance of open dialogue and effective communication with leaders. She encourages listeners to discuss task preferences, seek clarity, and align expectations to enhance job satisfaction and reduce overwhelm.
- Delegation and Support: Nichole suggests considering delegation as a solution for tasks that others might enjoy more, allowing individuals to focus on their strengths and find more fulfillment in their work. She emphasizes the need to communicate the desire for support and collaboration rather than avoiding tasks altogether.
- Journaling Resource: Nichole recommends her career journal available on Amazon, designed to help individuals advance their careers. The journal contains over a hundred unique prompts for ongoing self-reflection and personal growth.
Conclusion: Nichole wraps up the episode by encouraging listeners to try the Red Light Green Light exercise and engage in open conversations with their leaders about task preferences and challenges. By prioritizing tasks and aligning expectations, individuals can reduce overwhelm, improve job satisfaction, and create a more fulfilling work experience.
Outro: Don't forget to check out Nichole's career journal available on Amazon—a valuable resource for tracking career progress and personal growth. Stay tuned for the next episode of the Future Female Leaders Podcast. Until then, keep thriving in your career journey. See you next time!
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In this episode, Nichole discusses the importance of setting boundaries in the workplace, offering advice on how to identify and enforce them. She encourages listeners to book a leadership assessment call to help them better understand their current situation and where they want to go.
Nichole emphasizes that awareness is key to setting boundaries and that it is important to recognize what boundaries look like for you in the workplace. She also advises against feeling the need to say yes to everything and encourages listeners to understand what actually brings them joy in their role.
She uses the example of delegation as a way to set boundaries, noting that just because you are good at something does not mean you enjoy doing it. Nichole also discusses "non-promotable tasks," such as note-taking and recognition efforts, that may not help listeners get promoted.
To further illustrate the importance of setting boundaries, Nichole suggests thinking about how your leader sets boundaries and whether they respond to messages or emails late at night or on weekends. She notes that it is easier to enforce boundaries when you see your leader doing it.
In conclusion, Nichole encourages listeners to recognize their own boundaries and to say no to certain things that are not a right fit for them, as well as to understand the importance of a healthy work-life harmony.
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In this episode of the Future Female Leaders podcast, host Nichole Harrop discusses the importance of setting boundaries in the workplace to avoid burnout. She emphasizes the need for awareness of one's workload and calendar management and provides tips on how to efficiently manage time. Nichole recommends creating blocks of time for preparation before and after meetings, deciding which meetings to attend, and assigning a buddy to stay informed of meetings not attended. She also advises avoiding responding to emails and messages late at night and setting firm boundaries that can be communicated to colleagues. By setting boundaries, employees can be more productive and avoid overworking themselves. The host invites listeners to think about their boundaries and offers support throughout the week to help them set and maintain them.
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Welcome to the Future Female Leaders podcast, hosted by Nichole Harrop, who aims to create more female leaders in the workplace. In this episode, she focuses on a meditation that helps to overcome negative perceptions at work. Nichole starts by suggesting that listeners find a comfortable and distraction-free location and then guides them through a relaxation process to calm down their breathing and let go of any tension. She asks listeners to be mindful of their emotions and any tightness or stress within their bodies. She then guides them to reflect on how they react to people having negative perceptions of them and to think of how they want to react going forward. Listeners are encouraged to envision a scenario in which they work for a company they love and have a manager who cares about them, and to think about what efforts or changes need to happen in their current working relationship to make it a reality. Nichole encourages listeners to take deep breaths and repeat after her, saying they can work on their self-awareness to recognize negative perceptions and are capable of overcoming them. The episode ends with Nichole encouraging listeners to continue taking deep breaths and to know that overcoming perception issues takes time and daily practice.
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The Future Female Leaders Podcast is a show dedicated to creating more female leaders in the workplace, hosted by Nichole Harrop. In this episode, Nichole talks about how to work through negative perceptions at work. She offers a complimentary leadership assessment call to help women understand where they are currently in the workplace and where they want to go.
Nichole describes how perceptions can lead to bigger issues and create negative self-doubt thoughts. She shares a personal experience of applying for team leader roles and being turned down multiple times. She explains that this was a sign that there might be a perception issue at work. She realized that there were office politics at play, and some leaders only hired people who they were friends with or who they saw as part of their inner circle.
Nichole emphasizes that it's essential to work on self-awareness and to be aware of the perceptions others have of you. She suggests taking on additional responsibilities, showing up as your best self, and having open and honest conversations with your manager. Nichole shares how working through negative perceptions at work takes time and effort but is worth it to achieve your career goals.
By doing pulse checks with other team members, you can gain insight into how to approach difficult situations with tact and strategy. Rather than placing blame, it's important to get curious and understand how to best move forward.
Perception issues can lead to disengagement and poor performance, but by asking for guidance and clarity, you can overcome those struggles. Nichole shares personal experiences of having to set boundaries to avoid being seen as a social butterfly and not being taken seriously.
The Future Leaders program is highlighted as a resource for live one-on-one training and real-time feedback to help individuals grow and work towards their first leadership position.
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In this episode of the Future Female Leaders podcast, host Nichole Harrop talks about how perception issues can hold back one's career growth in the organization. She defines perception as a quick judgment, mental impression, or way of regarding, understanding or interpreting something. Nichole explains that perception issues arise when people make quick judgments without having all the facts. To challenge these perceptions, she suggests getting curious and asking questions to get a better understanding of the situation. Additionally, Nichole emphasizes the importance of building a strong relationship with one's leader and being open to feedback. She suggests that one should ask their leader what kind of roles they see them in and why, to better understand how to grow in their career. Finally, Nichole advises listeners not to be too hard on themselves and to receive feedback with an open mind, even if it can be difficult to take in.
In this episode, the focus is on embracing change at work. Nichole starts with a brief meditation session, encouraging listeners to find a comfortable and quiet space, breathe deeply, and relax their bodies. After this, she invites listeners to reflect on how they respond to changes happening in their workplace, and encourages them to think about how they want to show up when changes happen.
Listeners are asked to imagine themselves in a meeting where changes are announced, and to envision two different versions of themselves: the old version, which is filled with dread and fear, and the new version, which sees the opportunity for growth and feels at peace with the change. Listeners are encouraged to become the new version of themselves, to communicate clearly with their leadership team about any concerns, and to seek to understand if they are unsure of changes that are coming.
Nichole leads listeners in repeating affirmations, such as "I can stand out as a leader exactly where I am" and "I will be open to concerns, but I don't participate in gossip around change." Ultimately, Nichole encourages listeners to approach changes at work with an open mind and a positive attitude, so they can be seen as leaders in their organizations.
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Todays guest episode features Lata Hamilton, Lata is a pocket rocket burst of energy with a big heart... and big hair! She is the Founder & CEO of Passion Pioneers and the creator of the “Leading Successful Change” program. Lata has worked with some of Australia’s biggest companies, and tripled her salary in just 3 years to almost $200,000. She moved from Marketing to the world of Organizational Change Management and developed her own style of inspiring change leadership. She’s worked on changes that have impacted over 100,000 people, global cultural transformations, operating model changes, and digital transformation that is literally changing the way that we work.
Nichole and Lata discuss how entry level team members can be seen as change leaders in the workplace, starting today.
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In this episode, Nichole talks about change in the workplace and how people react to it. She encourages listeners to assess their feelings about change and how they can improve their change leadership skills. Nichole also suggests ways to align feelings about change with desired feelings. She reminds listeners to take a moment to reflect on how they feel about change and how they want to feel about it.
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Nichole and Shannon discuss ways to improve communication in the workplace. One way is to ask questions separately in bullet points instead of in long paragraphs within an email, allowing the other person to answer each question next to it. Another way is to present information and requests in a table format to allow for more detailed responses and easier communication.
These methods help make communication more concise and prevent misunderstandings. Additionally, Shanenn encourages people to ask for what they need in a clear and direct manner.
Nichole and Shannon discuss how to approach a conversation with a supervisor who is not a good communicator. They recommend making a list of questions, including when the task is due, who needs to be involved, and if there are any specific instructions. It is also recommended to set up one-on-ones with the supervisor and discuss expectations and how to communicate better. Additionally, they suggest proactively communicating what type of learner you are and how the supervisor can accommodate that.
In meetings, women get interrupted more often than men. To prevent interruptions, a woman can politely say a couple of phrases like "I have just another point to make and then I'd love to hear your feedback," or "As soon as I'm finished, I'm gonna open it up, and we'll be able to hear everyone's feedback." Women can practice these phrases to feel more comfortable in the moment. If interrupted, a woman can use visual cues like putting her finger up or reaching out physically to get the speaker's attention and say that she wasn't done speaking yet. People interrupt because they're thinking of their response and not because they're rude.
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In this episode of the Future Female Leaders Podcast, Nichole discusses how communication skills are developed over time through interactions with different people in different organizations throughout one's career. She emphasizes the importance of considering whether the intended message is being received by the person or people being communicated with, and whether everyone is on the same page in terms of expectations and goals.
Nichole suggests self-reflection as a key tool for improving communication skills, and encourages listeners to get curious about their own communication style and effectiveness. She recommends seeking feedback from trusted sources, such as bosses and team members, to gain insights into how others perceive their communication skills. Nichole also highlights the importance of providing context when seeking feedback, so that others can rate communication skills based on specific criteria.
Overall, this episode encourages listeners to reflect on their communication skills and take proactive steps to improve their ability to communicate effectively in the workplace.
Key Points:
- Communication skills are essential for success in any role.
- Communication skills are developed over time through interactions with different people in different organizations.
- It's important to consider whether the intended message is being received by others and whether everyone is on the same page in terms of expectations and goals.
- Self-reflection and seeking feedback from trusted sources can help improve communication skills.
- Providing context when seeking feedback allows others to rate communication skills based on specific criteria.
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In this episode, Nichole speaks with Amanda Morris and Rosie Acosta about overcoming challenges and adversities to grow in their careers.
They talk about grit and resilience as a choice to make in overcoming the different challenges along the way to grow into their dream jobs.
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In this episode, Nichole focuses on the power of meditation and deep breathing for gaining more male allies in the workplace. She encourages listeners to take a few minutes to calm their breathing and relax their bodies in order to create a space for reflection and self-awareness.
Nichole guides listeners through a meditation session, prompting them to focus on their breath and release any tension or stress they may be holding onto. She asks listeners to reflect on their day and their emotions without judgment, and to become present in their bodies and the moment.
She then asks listeners to envision a future version of themselves who has built strong relationships with male allies in the workplace. She encourages them to imagine how these male allies are supporting them, whether as mentors, sponsors, or advocates for their promotion or projects. Nichole emphasizes the importance of clear communication with male allies and the willingness to share vulnerabilities in order to build deeper connections.
Nichole leads listeners in affirmations, encouraging them to believe in their worthiness, confidence, and ability to communicate their needs with male allies. She reminds them that building relationships takes time and practice, but it is a valuable skill that can lead to a better work environment. She encourages listeners to take moments for deep breathing and self-care when feeling stressed at work, and to remember that tomorrow is always a new day to do better.
As the meditation comes to an end, Nichole prompts listeners to come back to their physical awareness by wiggling their toes and opening their eyes if they had closed them. She encourages them to recognize the benefits of meditation and deep breathing in building relationships with male allies and creating a more supportive workplace environment.
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Nichole welcomes guest Robbyn Scribner to discuss male allyship in the workplace.
They discuss:
Why Robbyn is so passionate about male allies in the workplace
What surprised Robbyn most when she was writing this brief
Mentorship and how it ranks the highest among men's efforts as well as with women appreciating the mentorship they receive.
Steps to take from here to put it all into action.
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In today's episode, Nichole shares how to help your male allies in the workplace to help you in your career growth.
She goes over 3 tips on how to work together with your male ally in how they can best show up for you in closing the gender pay gap, helping you to feel more confident speaking up in meetings, raising your hands for projects, and bringing your name up when you aren't around.
Nichole also shares some initial tips on how to gain a male ally in the workplace if you feel like you don't have one yet.
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In today's episode, Nichole breaks down how she approaches the scary topic of giving people feedback. It can be anxiety inducing because we have no idea how people are going to react to what we say. However, if you follow how Nichole outlines her approach, it might be easier than you think to start implementing feedback.
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In this episode, Nichole shares an easy way to be able to approach the topic of giving someone feedback.
This week, the theme is giving feedback and helping you to feel more confident and prepared in how you approach and provide feedback.
If you're hoping to get better at receiving feedback, tune into this meditation to envision what it can feel like to receive feedback with ease.
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In this episode, Nichole shares about how to react when you are given feedback. It's common to immediately jump on the defense and be prepared to fight back and share why they are wrong and you are right, but that isn't what helps us to progress.
Nichole shares small things that are important in the overall feedback loop. You can get better at receiving feedback.
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In today's episode, Nichole shares her simple way to get better at receiving feedback.
It's pretty simple, you proactively ask for it.
Enjoy this weeks' meditation on confidently building relationships.
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Nichole shares her simple 5-minute method on building relationships using the notes in your phone contacts. It's such a simple approach that she feels like maybe everyone is already doing something like this, but if you aren't- it's an easy way to keep organized with what you talked about so you can always remember the key things that you find most important or impactful.
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Nichole shares about her growth into her first leadership position and why building relationships became a foundation for her growth and opening the doors to future opportunities for her.
You might recognize that building relationships is helpful and Nichole further builds on why it's so important to build great relationships before the opportunity to promote is ever on the table.
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In today's episode, Nichole walks you through a short meditation focused on increasing your self awareness in the workplace.
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In today's episode, Nichole breaks down 3 steps you can take to start showing up more self aware in the workplace and continuing to hone in on this skill now, before you are ever promoted into a leadership position.
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In today's episode, Nichole shares the definition of Self Awareness and why it's so important within your role as you work towards your first leadership role.
She shares her experience when she was in an entry level role and how she wishes she better understood how to use self awareness to her benefit.
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In today's episode, Nichole shares the definition of Self Awareness and why it's so important within your role as you work towards your first leadership role.
She shares her experience when she was in an entry level role and how she wishes she better understood how to use self awareness to her benefit.
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As a mentor, you can provide guidance, support, and advice to your colleagues and help them develop their skills and knowledge. Here are three ways to be seen as a mentor in the workplace:
- Share your expertise: One of the best ways to be seen as a mentor is to share your expertise and experience with others. Identify areas where you have knowledge and skills, and offer to help others who are looking to develop those skills. You can do this by offering to train new employees, leading a workshop or training session, or simply offering to help your colleagues when they have questions.
- Provide feedback: Providing constructive feedback is an important aspect of being a mentor. When you see a colleague doing something well, let them know. Equally, when you see something that could be improved, offer feedback in a way that is helpful and encouraging. This can help your colleagues grow and develop, and they will appreciate your guidance and support.
- Be approachable: As a mentor, it's important to be approachable and available to your colleagues. Let them know that they can come to you with questions or concerns, and be willing to take the time to listen and offer advice. This can help build trust and respect, and show that you are invested in their success.
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- Can you be a mentor in any role? Yes, because the definition of a mentor is an experienced and trusted advisor.
- People may not see themselves as a mentor because they think they're inexperienced in their role, even if they hold higher leadership roles.
- Many people don't view themselves as mentors, but others may see them as mentors because of their great relationships and guidance.
- As an entry-level employee, one can still be a mentor by becoming familiar with the basics of the program, company, or department and advising newer employees.
- Prompt: What are you doing to be seen as a mentor amongst your peers? How can you leverage your previous work experience to become a mentor?
- Being a mentor is not only about guiding those behind you but also building relationships with peers and higher-ups.
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Nichole shares another guest episode where she appeared on But, What If You Did? Podcast where her and Alyson talk about being laid off, how to advocate for yourself in the workplace, how to stand out on your team by lightening your leaders workload, and how to have a good performance review.
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In this episode, host Nichole Harrop talks about the CTFAR framework that changed her life. She walks the audience through this self-coaching model that helped her take control of her thoughts, feelings, and actions, and improve her response to everyday situations.
Nichole shares her personal experience of feeling out of control with her thoughts and feelings, especially during her three-year-long infertility journey. She came across the CTFAR model while listening to Jody Moore's podcast, and it made a significant impact on her life. Within a week of implementing this practice, Nichole noticed a positive change in herself, and people around her could also see the difference.
The CTFAR framework stands for Circumstances, Thoughts, Feelings, Actions, and Results. Everything is a circumstance, and good or bad things are only good or bad because of the thought and feeling that happens after the circumstance.
Nichole believes that the model can help individuals have more control and show up in the best ways possible, even in challenging situations.
Overall, this podcast episode is informative, relatable, and inspiring, and it encourages listeners to take charge of their thoughts and feelings and become more mindful in their daily lives.
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- If you want to move into a leadership position but aren't sure how to get there with your current position, book a complimentary career growth session with Nichole.
- She has had great conversations with people who needed guidance and confidence boost.
- If you have the desire to move into a leadership position in the future, you should check it out and book some time.
- The offer is limited, but if you see spots on her calendar, go ahead to book!
Managing Energy
- During a virtual meeting with the local Silicon Slopes chapter in Utah, where Nichole joined their leadership team for the marketing chapter, the group discussed adding an additional person to the team and morning routines.
- One committee member talked about managing his energy, and how you can't show up to things if you aren't managing your energy.
- Nichole realized that this was the one thing that could throw off even the best time management planning.
- She was hard on herself because she believed that planning her day better, time-blocking more, or doing all the different things could make her day easier or less stressful.
- Nichole loved that the committee member talked about energy factor and how it resonated with her.
- Being a female, Nichole recognized that we are cyclical beings and that the world is created for the male cycle of 24 hours.
- She used the analogy of the typical male as the sun and the female as the moon, and the cycles of the sun and the moon.
- As females, we are not able to show up with the same amount of energy to everything every day, and there are times when we have extremely low energy and times when we can take on all the things.
- Nichole encourages everyone to be thoughtful and aware of how they're showing up to everything with energy and not just because it's another thing on their calendar or to-do list.
- Companies are providing more autonomy to their team members to get work done when they want to or aren't capable of doing it, recognizing that energy can ebb and flow throughout a given day and month.
- Nichole wants everyone to take the message and reflect on their day-by-day and week-by-week, record their energy, and accommodate the work expected to get done around their energy.
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In this episode, Nichole shares three reasons why celebrating small wins in your career is important.
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- Reminder about the Future Leaders Program, a guided coaching program for passionate individuals who aspire to make a bigger impact in the workplace.
- It is designed for A-players who wish to progress into a leadership role.
Importance of Celebrating Small Wins:
- Celebrating small wins can boost motivation within the organization and provide a sense of accomplishment.
- It is essential to recognize small improvements and goals, along with bigger ones, to enjoy the role and encourage progress.
- Celebrating small wins helps in building confidence, leading to increased self-esteem and recognizing potential to set bigger goals.
- Nichole recommends setting small wins and reward systems to motivate and celebrate the progress.
Conclusion:
- Celebrating small wins is vital to keep the motivation and enthusiasm high in the workplace.
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Nichole shares a conversation she had with Mark Brody of Coffee Talk with BroHawk.
They talk about how to recognize if organizations care about creating female leaders in the workplace.
How to become an ally to other women in the workplace by encouraging them to speak up in meetings or holding space for them.
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Do you dread coming back to work after vacation?
Are you stressed because you know there is a mountain of work piling up and it's going to take you days to feel slightly caught up?
In today's episode, Nichole shares a tip on what you can do to avoid these feelings of stress, anxiety, or dread so you can come back from your vacation with a plan and feeling prepared in tackling anything you might have missed.
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Do you dread coming back to work after vacation?
Are you stressed because you know there is a mountain of work piling up and it's going to take you days to feel slightly caught up?
In today's episode, Nichole shares a tip on what you can do to avoid these feelings of stress, anxiety, or dread so you can come back from your vacation with a plan and feeling prepared in tackling anything you might have missed.
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Nichole shares an episode where she was a guest on the Honest Management Podcast with Dan Smith.
They talked about different scenarios female leaders specifically might come across when they first get promoted and how to handle each as they come up.
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Is there a definitive timeline on how long you'll work in a role without getting promoted or having other opportunities available?
In this episode of the Future Female Leaders podcast, host Nichole Harrop addresses the question of how long one should stay at their current job if they aren't getting promoted. She clarifies that it's not always about the money but rather about experience and making a difference. Money is a consideration, however, and Nichole provides examples of what it can look like when you're not getting promoted within your company.
She talks about the standard cost of living increases, which have been around 7% in the last two years. If you're not getting a cost of living increase wage, you're losing money each year. She gives an example of someone who starts at a salary of $40,000 and receives a 3% raise each year. If they stick with their current job, they will reach $46,003.70 by the fifth year. However, if they found a new job at $50,000 after the second year, by the fifth year, their salary would be $54,006.36.
Nichole emphasizes that it's never a bad thing to prioritize yourself and what you're interested in, including pay and opportunities. If you've been in your job for at least 6 months to a year and are actively applying for roles but getting vague feedback, it may be time to consider other opportunities.
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If you feel like you are trying everything to fit in at your current company or in your current role, you might not be on the right bus.
In today's episode, Nichole talks about how you are always worthy and deserving of a great role and company to work for and how to identify and have reflection if you are not in the right role.
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Today's episode is a little different where Nichole is sharing an episode where she was a guest on Awaken Your Inner Awesomeness Podcast.
She talks about her experience when opening up and being vulnerable, only to have it be used against her. Hear her story on whether or not that held her back from being vulnerable going forward.
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Are you able to approach your leader if you aren't getting specific feedback or feedback at all?
Maybe you're told, "good job" or "you're doing great", but how do you improve with this vague form of feedback?
Nichole shares 4 steps to improving the quality of feedback you receive from your leader as well as other team members or departments you might interact with.
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From 2022 to now, there have been over 60,000 layoffs in the tech world. Google recently laid off 12,000 employees by locking them out of their work computers, but they got a good severance package, so is that enough?
Nichole shares 3 things she has learned from these layoffs and how you can prepare yourself without worry prior to a layoff happening to you.
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If your company has professional development opportunities available to you, you need to be utilizing them.
But how do you make the time in your busy week to schedule professional development time so you can grow and excel in your career?
Nichole shares 3 tips on how you can start prioritizing professional development so you can grow and advance in your career. Â
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Understanding why it's so important
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Getting buy-in from your manager
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Scheduling it and actually doing it
Are you getting enough time to check in with your manager or leader? If you want to get promoted at work, it's important to have consistency when checking in, even if some of the meetings are a little less formal. Tune in to hear some alternative solutions to get these meetings on your calendar (and actually stay there).
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Are you someone who is big into New Year Resolutions or setting goals?
If so, do you make progress on your goals or do they fizzle out as quickly as you set them?
In this episode, Nichole shares how you can shift your thinking to setting a theme or a word for the year vs having setting goals.
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Nichole is so grateful to be ringing in a new year with each and every one of you. People have tuned into the podcast from 111 different countries and she is so grateful for each and every one of you who continue to support this podcast by tuning in.Â
She hopes you continue to take these messages and apply them to your daily lives in the workplace so you, too can get promoted into that leadership role you desire.
Join the free Future Leaders community to have access to all of the additional offerings if you're interested in joining the paid program to prepare for that future leadership role.Â
Is feedback a gift? Sometimes it certainly does not feel like it.
Nichole talks in this episode about how to give and receive feedback so you can continue to grow in your career.
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Do you enjoy the work you do? Has your company experienced mass layoffs where you are taking on additional work because of it?
Nichole shares about her experience being laid off and things you can think about to consider if you want to start looking for a new position/company.
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A way to get promoted sooner is to have people who want to see you succeed and when you are building relationships and having 1:1 conversations with your leader.
Nichole shares some additional tips prior to sharing content from an episode that will resonate with you if you want to work towards that first leadership position.
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Are you actively working on building relationships both inside and outside of the workplace? Does it feel less authentic if you are creating time for it and having a strategy around it? Nichole shares how she utilized a strategy to build authentic relationships with her notes app and calendar reminders.
Nichole shares how you can start building authentic relationships, lean into vulnerabilities, and why it's important to start now so if you ever are in the position of losing your job, you'll have more connections to reach out to for help.
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What are you doing to prepare for a future leadership role? Can you name your strengths? Are you aware of other strengths within your co-workers and how you can utilize their strengths to help you grow and vice versa?
In this episode, Nichole shares how you can lean into your strengths and the strengths of your colleagues as you continue to work towards that first leadership position in your career.
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How do you know how to ask for a fair raise or salary increase?
What do you do if your company just went through a big round of layoffs, should you feel grateful to be safe and not ask for a raise?
In this episode, Nichole talks about a resource you can check out to determine how to approach a conversation around asking for a raise, or at the least- a cost of living increase.
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How are you currently developing your strengths to become a leader? Do you think it's something you should currently be working on or is it something you will figure out as you grow into a leadership role? Is it supposed to be told to you by another leader or mentor?
In this episode, Nichole talks about 4 ways you can lean into developing your leadership style.
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Nichole is excited to announce the updated name to the podcast.
Future Female Leaders, speak your next title into existence.Â
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Are you stressed because of all of the layoffs that are happening around you? Maybe you aren't as aware or in tune if you aren't actively on LinkedIn.
Thousands of people are getting laid off each day/week. This might leave you feeling in a vulnerable place and unsure what you can proactively do to be in the best position if this were to happen to you.
Nichole shares how you can start building your network now and guides you on why it's important to be showing up on LinkedIn before you get laid off.
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What if it were a little more simple to prepare for future leadership roles? Today, Nichole talks about how you can ask a simple question to your leader to help you see bigger picture and to prepare for that future leadership role.
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Do you cringe at the thought of budgeting? In today's episode, Nichole talks with guest, Emily Burnett about what money management is and how it can help women in entry level roles to have a better relationship with money.
They discuss:
- Reframing budgeting to something more positive
- How planning ahead with your money is similar to growing in your career when you are proactive and have awareness of your current situation
- How that next pay bump isn't going to solve all of your problems
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As you plan your outfits and get excited for your work Holiday parties, something to think about is if you are going to drink alcohol at your work party.Â
It could be easy to think, "Everyone else is doing it, so why not?"
It could also be easy to not think about it before hand and make a decision once you get there.
In this episode, Nichole encourages you to think ahead and plan what you are going to do. If you don't have a plan and live in the moment, you may later regret your choices.Â
Can people drink at a holiday party and stay composed? Absolutely. Is it worth the risk if you aren't planning ahead and end up drinking too much? You decide.
In this episode of Next Level Leaders, Nichole Harrop interviews Jenna Altman on how to set realistic health and fitness expectations for busy corporate women without sacrificing their mental health. In this episode you will learn:
1. The impact of all-or-nothing thinking on women's health and fitness journeys
2. The importance of finding a healthy lifestyle that works for you
3. How all-or-nothing thinking can lead to restrictive eating and weight gain
"I want people to feel healthy and strong in their bodies and that it's not to fit a certain mold."
Jenna Altman is a women's health and fitness coach. She helps busy corporate women find a healthy lifestyle that works for them.
From Jenna: I was once in the busy corporate world, and I struggled with confidence and body image. I was always trying quick fixes to lose weight. I cut out carbs and tried different fad diets, but I learned that it wasn't worth the mental headspace it was taking up. I found a healthy lifestyle that works for me and helps me feel my best. I think it's important for women in the workplace to find a balance between their career and their health. I struggled with this myself when I was working in an office. I was always the person who was focused on my health and fitness, and I would often get comments from other coworkers about how disciplined I was.
In this episode, you will learn the following:
1. The impact of all-or-nothing thinking on women's health and fitness journeys
2. The importance of finding a healthy lifestyle that works for you
3. How all-or-nothing thinking isn't helping you
Resources:
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If you think your boss or team leader is your mentor and you aren't looking for any other mentors, this episode is for you.
It's always helpful to have mentors inside and outside of the workplace.
If you feel like you don't have a large enough network to ask for a mentor, Nichole will share how you can utilize other ways to reach farther and get connected with someone who can help be an additional guide in your career.
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Nichole talks about 3 things you can be doing to stand out in your role if you aren't the top performer. There are ways to be noticed and to stand out as a leader and not solely as the top performer.
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What are you the expert in?
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Share updates with your leader
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Be your leaders "go-to" person
Nichole shares tips on how to implement these 3-steps and what it can sound like in your conversations with your leaders.
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Time management can easily become something that leads to burnout when we aren't aware of how we spend our time. We may be planning our day poorly or feel like we've planned well, only to realize that we didn't plan actual prep time for the several meetings of that day.
Your calendar is not only for active meetings, it can also be utilized for planning and prep for all of your meetings and different deliverables.
Anna Dearmon Kornick is the host of It's About Time Podcast, a podcast about work, life and balance. She believes that busy is not a badge of honor, and that success and stress don’t have to go hand in hand.
Anna and Nichole talked about how you can be proactive and have great time management when you are in entry level roles that feel super reactive like you have zero time to follow up and get your day organized.
When Anna mentions a workday shutdown routine and how important it is to shut off for your work day and how to trick your brain into thinking tasks are done that are still a work in progress, blew Nichole's mind. You're not going to want to miss it.
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If you aren't already proofreading your emails and messages with a confidence lens, you'll want to check out this episode.
Women often speak as if we are an inconvenience, but that will be a thing of the past for you as you put on your confidence lens and edit your communications to come across as the confident woman you are.
Nichole shares some examples of what can be said in an email and how to adjust the wording with the confidence lens.
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We all make mistakes, don't let yours define who you are.
When (not if) you make a mistake, recognize where things went wrong, take ownership where necessary and see what you can learn from that experience so you can move on and make forward progress. Don't dwell on your mistake.
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If you are an A Player, you are going to get to a point in your career where you've completed training and are feeling confident because of your current knowledge. You may feel like you hit a plateau as you are ready for more but aren't sure what next steps to take.
Tune into this episode to learn more about how you can make efforts towards additional training and knowledge as well as how you can start approaching mentors.
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Are you getting the most out of the interview process? If you have companies you are really excited about interviewing with, Nichole recommends an additional step of connecting with people from these companies via LinkedIn.
Go to LinkedIn and search a company name, click on People and search the exact role you applied for. Then see which team members pop up who have been in their role for 6 months or so, click connect and "add a note" so you can clarify why you are sending a connection request.
"Hey [Name], I applied for [role] at [company]. I'm really excited about the opportunity and would love to connect with some team members to better understand the company mission and values as I go through the interview process. How have you enjoyed your role for the last [time in position]?"
Once they have accepted, you can ask them if there were any interview questions that surprised them or to better understand the overall process they went through to get hired. What do they feel like the team is looking for? Show genuine interest in them because even if you aren't hired for this role, they may be reaching back out when another role is opened up.
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If you've tuned into Episode 30, you're going to love the changes here on Episode 168.
Did you know that men make 20% more than women on average? Nichole is here to help you close that gap and the first step is working towards asking for a raise.
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During this training you'll:
- Go through an exercise to reflect on your role and how you've grown since starting in your position
- Have a clear understanding of what you were hired to do and clearly see the additional responsibilities you've taken on
- Gain self awareness of what you've taken on for responsibilities and projects as well as how you're performing in your role
- Recognize what you can start doing to prepare for the highest raise right now
- Have everything written out clearly to help you see why you deserve a raise, it's easy to see when it's all written out and organized
- Gain access to an email template as well as conversation starters and tips to start the discussion with your leader
- Feel confident in having the conversation around asking for a raise and having the black and white data showing why you deserve it
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If you've tuned into Episode 30, you're going to love the changes here on Episode 168.
Did you know that men make 20% more than women on average? Nichole is here to help you close that gap and the first step is working towards asking for a raise.
Get access to the email template, conversation starters, and notes here.
During this training you'll:
- Go through an exercise to reflect on your role and how you've grown since starting in your position
- Have a clear understanding of what you were hired to do and clearly see the additional responsibilities you've taken on
- Gain self awareness of what you've taken on for responsibilities and projects as well as how you're performing in your role
- Recognize what you can start doing to prepare for the highest raise right now
- Have everything written out clearly to help you see why you deserve a raise, it's easy to see when it's all written out and organized
- Gain access to an email template as well as conversation starters and tips to start the discussion with your leader
- Feel confident in having the conversation around asking for a raise and having the black and white data showing why you deserve it
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Are you someone who is embracing the failing fast mentality?
What does this look like for you? If you are unfamiliar with or haven't leaned into embracing the failing fast mentality, this episode is for you.
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It’s true that you can liken recruiting to dating. There is a courting ritual that has to happen between two parties, where if a third party gets involved, there could be issues. Imagine doing this dance with 32 companies in one week!
This is something our guest on today’s episode went through after being laid off and embarked on her job search. Alyssa Rhoda joins us today to walk us through how she tackled this monumental task and the struggles that came along with it.
Alyssa Rhoda is the director of talent acquisition at a tech company based out of LA called Zephyr. She has been in recruiting for over a decade and is passionate about the candidate experience, company culture, and employee engagement. All reasons why recruiters were after her once she switched her status to “open to work” on LinkedIn.
However, even after having a system of questions and points for each company, where Alyssa really put the time and effort into vetting each company in her interviews, the company she chose ended up being a bad fit. This led to her quitting in 45 days after being hired.
If this can happen to Alyssa, this can happen to anyone. So, we wanted to bring Alyssa on today’s episode to discuss her experience and share the lessons she learned with our listeners so you have a better understanding and knowledge of how to choose a company most aligned with you.
Tune in to hear helpful tips and advice for your current or next job search!
Topics discussed in this episode:
- How Alyssa found her passion in recruiting
- Alyssa’s messy job search experience after being laid off
- When Alyssa realized when her company wasn’t actually a good fit for her
- The importance of leaning into trusting your gut when making career choices
- How Alyssa was misled during the interview process
- Having awareness of your fear and anxiety when searching for jobs
- Helpful advice Alyssa from lessons learned during this experience
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If you've made it through the LinkedIn Series, you may be wondering, "What am I going to be posting on my own feed?" That's exactly what Nichole covers today, recapping this magic elixir of what can work on LinkedIn and having the final piece to include posting on your own feed.
Nichole shares some ideas with context and you can find all of the additional suggested topics in the LinkedIn Content Guide.
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How are you connecting with people on LinkedIn? Are you simply clicking connect and sending it off into the universe? What if there was a better way to connect to clarify what you were reaching out in regards to so people weren't left guessing if they should accept or not?
In this episode, Nichole talks about why it's important to connect and send a note on LinkedIn and in that note, you can consider covering:
How you found them
Why you are reaching out
An open ended question or prompt for a response
Nichole will share two examples in the episode for connecting with a recruiter as well as connecting with someone who would be in the same role that you desire.
What efforts are you currently making to network, both inside and outside of your organization?
If you were laid off today, is your network something you can reach out to for help and feel confident in having a shorter period of landing that next job?
Tune in today to learn why you should be making effort both internally and externally to network and what that looks like.
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Why should I be active on LinkedIn and what does “active” even mean?
Active means engaging and multi-faceted engaging is the goal. You can be commenting on posts. Following up in a DM if you were really moved or impacted by someone’s post/comment. Connecting with people from posts or in your feed who you feel can add value to the direction you are headed.
Proactively connecting with people in the position you want or people who would be hiring for that role. Engaging via DMs with your current network. Social Saturdays and LinkedIn Groups to name a few.
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You might have a LinkedIn account, but what are you doing to actively grow your connections?
In this episode, Nichole talks you through step-by-step on how to expand your network, starting with the current company you work for.
You never know where that next great opportunity might come from, based on the connection requests you're sending.
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If you are apprehensive about using LinkedIn because you aren't quite sure what to post and what to include in your profile, this LinkedIn Series is here to help you feel more confident in showing up as your full authentic self to make connections, grow your network, and have recruiters in your DMs bringing job opportunities to you.
In this episode, Nichole walks you through what to include in your headline and why it's important.
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Do you have a LinkedIn account and aren't quite sure how to leverage it? You see other people posting great content but think you don't have anything to offer?
In this episode, you'll hear about 3 things Nichole advises to have as a bare minimum on your profile as you start interacting with others on LinkedIn.
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Is it possible to get job opportunities through LinkedIn? This is the question Nichole answers today.
If you are an entry level team member thinking you have nothing to add to "the feed" you are absolutely wrong. Nichole believes there is a big piece missing of having entry to mid-level team members sharing their thoughts and opinions on LinkedIn to allow more high-level executives in their organizations to understand what life is like at the customer-facing level.
Nichole shares personal stories of what her experience has been like since she started showing up more on LinkedIn and engaging on the platform. Blown away by the messages that show up in her inbox with opportunities.
This episode is part of a series so be sure to tune in to all of the episodes to really help set you up for success.
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Nichole shared a post over on LinkedIn asking about your thoughts on the term "job hopping" and if it has a negative connotation or not. View it here and share your thoughts.
Nichole shares in this episode why it's okay to be a job hopper and recognizing that this term is something that other people put on candidates that isn't a fair assessment due to the negative connotation that is emphasized with the term "job hopper".
Learn how to effectively communicate with confidence if you've been laid off or even fired from a company for whatever reason. Tune in to hear how.
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What are your thoughts on job hopping?
We're having a discussion over on LinkedIn here.
Nichole invites you to share your thoughts and another episode with more information on her thoughts and opinions will be shared tomorrow.
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In this episode, Nichole talks about how to ask for what you need when you are networking on LinkedIn. Don't leave people guessing or wondering what your motives are for connecting or why you are messaging them. Nichole challenges you to reflect on what you want in your career so you can have the ability to ask for what you need. Once you know what you need, if you'd like help crafting a message to your leader, reach out for support in the different communities.
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Are you having 1:1s with your direct leader? If not, tune in and you'll hear how you can approach the conversation and why it's important for your growth.
Nichole also shares about scenarios if you are having 1:1s but they aren't very helpful, effective, or your getting rescheduled often.
It's important to advocate for yourself and your needs and part of that is taking some control over your 1:1s.
Need help crafting your messaging to start 1:1s or improve the structure? Head over to the community that works for you! Nichole is here to help.
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Do you have a LinkedIn profile yet? If not, why not? It's such a great place to be as you are growing and progressing within your career. First step is to create a profile and go from there to start connecting and networking.
Head over to the different communities for more tips and tricks and specific help from Nichole directly.
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Nichole shares what one of her dear mentors shared with her when she was being hard on herself when reflecting on a previous version of her progress. Her mentor talks about the thought, "I hope you're embarrassed" when looking back at anything you've done and it means that you've made progress and have grown since that time.
This has allowed Nichole to give herself grace and reflect back on who she used to be with a new lens instead of being so hard on her past self.
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Do you dread heading into work on Monday? Why is that? Is it because you are pushing off tasks from the previous week so you head into Monday feeling stressed already?
Do you look forward to Monday and if so, why is that?
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Are you ready to ask someone for feedback this week? Who are you going to ask? What will it be in regards to?
When you learn how to proactively ask for feedback, you continue to grow the trust in your relationships and it becomes easier each time you ask for it.
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Have you ever left a job or been fired and when you're in that next job interview you have no idea how you're going to address possible questions about why you left?
In this episode, Nichole will share how you can reflect on why your past position didn't work out and how you can confidently speak to what you'll do differently.
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Do you feel comfortable talking about your salary? What if you make more than your work bestie or what if they make more than you?
What happens when a new hire comes in and makes more than you but has less experience? Then what happens? Do you start looking for new jobs instead of having the conversation on getting a raise?
Tune into this quick episode and then watch the free videos to prepare for asking for a raise.
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Are you taking your breaks when working virtually? When you take a break, are you actually leaving your computer and removing yourself from your work area? Nichole has a challenge in this episode to try something different and actually take your break and see how that feels after a week.
What will work best for you?
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Do you feel drained and unmotivated to get back to work after a vacation? That's pretty normal, but if you are really dreading going back to work, you might not be at the right company or in the right position. If it's mostly stress because you have "so much to catch up on", you'll want to tune into this episode where Nichole will talk you through some practical tips of how to utilize other team members while you're gone and even after you're back. She'll share tips on how to prioritize tasks so you don't feel overwhelmed on Monday like everything needs to be done NOW.
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Are you tracking your progress? How are you tracking the different tasks that are added to your workload? What additional projects or short-term things are you helping with or owning in their entirety?
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Have you ever been asked not to interrupt others in your meetings when you feel like that's the only way to get a word in? That was Sage's experience who shared what she was currently struggling with in the workplace.
Nichole knows so many women can relate to this struggle of either not feeling confident to speak up and say anything or feeling like they are trying to get a word in and then being told they shouldn't interrupt. It quickly starts to feel like a lose/lose situation.
Nichole shares insight on how you can speak with your leader and your colleagues to work towards a better experience overall.
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When do you know if it's the right time to be taking on more work or additional tasks?
Do you feel like you are being wasteful of your time if not every moment is filled with work to be done? How do you know when efficiencies and knowledge is paying off vs being lazy?
In this Monday Message, Nichole talks about the awareness around your desires at work and how you can consider taking on more if that's what you're looking for.
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How often do you celebrate the good things that are happening in your life? Do you achieve something and instantly think "onto the next challenge?" Goal setting can be helpful in whatever way is best for you. Try setting some smaller goals and tie them to something tangible to celebrate the progress or the achievement itself.
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When you have a problem at work, what do you do? Do you go to your leader to ask what they want you to do? Or do you think of possible solutions and present the best options to your leader and ask how they want you to proceed?
You'll experience different phases in your career where you'll need guidance and to be a team member who executes direction provided by your leader and there will be times when you are more of a subject matter expert with the knowledge to know what typically should be done and offer options that will best remedy the situation.
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Paula White has an unwavering passion for music that she applies in order to bring new perspectives and open new possibilities for leaders. Her one-of-a-kind, forward-thinking approach starts with a foundation of heart and mind.
A globally recognized sales leader, Paula has leveraged her talents to scale Inside Sales Teams into multi-million stand-alone sales channels. She has helped organizations achieve 8% - 10% yearly compounded growth, demonstrating success in a wide variety of industries to include travel and tourism, investments, veterinary and healthcare distribution.
Passion for education and leadership is a driving force behind Paula’s success. She has a true desire to see the success of others and transforms their ambitions into her own! She has been listed in Ambitions’ “Top 100 Coaches to Watch” for two consecutive years, 2017-2018 and served as President of the AA-ISP Columbus Ohio Chapter from 2015 - 2018. Currently, Paula is a mentor for #GirlsClub, and focuses on fostering the wonderful talents of the next generation.
Music is a passion for Paula in and out of work. Outside of her work, Paula is an avid concert goer and has found joy as both a lyricist and a co-producer on six songs. She details the transformative power of this in her book, The B Side.
Paula’s passion for life radiates through all those who work with her. She is a one-of-a-kind teacher who draws in the most powerful forces from both halves of the brain and inspires those around her to become truly remarkable in their own ways.
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How do you feel about taking time off? Sometimes we are so worried about what people are going to think if we take any time off or we are worried work won't get done, or if it does, maybe it's not to your liking.
It's important to plan your time off so you can look forward to something and actually rest or enjoy life. What's important to you? Fit it into your schedule by making the time to do it.
Take the time off however it works best for you.
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Have you thought of unconditional happiness and how that can be implemented into your day-to-day at your current workplace?
Are you happy in your current position? If not, what could you do to change that? Could you do less of the things you don't like? Could you do more of the things you do like?
It's helpful to work towards feeling happy where you currently are at paired with the goal to achieve more.
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Have you ever asked someone to "put in a good word" for you? What do you think that actually accomplishes? Has anyone asked that of you and did you feel different when the tables were turned?
Tune in to hear alternative solutions from Nichole that might increase your chances.. and you might even have someone putting in a good word without requesting it.
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How are you prioritizing your mental health? What does that look like to you? Often times, we are working ourselves so hard to the point of burnout and beyond. What if you could prevent some of that by prioritizing what is important to you and not feeling guilty about it?
Nichole is opening the doors for group coaching and you can currently get your first 30 days for free. Head over to www.nicholeharrop.com/coaching for details.
Kim Meninger is an executive coach who specializes in women’s leadership. She is passionate about empowering women in traditionally male-dominated fields to become more confident, visible and influential leaders.
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When you apply for a position at a company because your friend referred you, make sure you are doing your side of the work. Thoroughly review the job description, check out the company website, and get curious. It's not a great sign that you're totally interested in the opportunity when you say that you are a referral but you haven't done much to make sure you're going to be a right fit for the company and that the company will be a right fit for you.
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Nichole talks to Aurelia all about unconditional confidence.
Topics discussed:
- What are your thoughts on how confidence can feel like getting addicted to a short-term microwave process. Can you share what you mean by this?
- How does confidence affect us in all areas when we are feeling a lack of it?
- What are your thoughts with confidence and thinking of the worst case scenario?
- You talk about unconditional and absolute confidence- what is that and how can more women practice it?
- What helps you to own your confidence?
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Aurelia is a proud Bronx, NY native currently living in sunny Los Angeles. She has always had a passion for the arts and entertainment, as well as helping people sustain the confidence to share their unique gifts with the world. She is a graduate of the University of Maryland, College Park, in Dance and Business Management, as well as attended the Fashion Institute of Technology for a certification in Image Consulting.
She has been the voice over talent for several national brands, danced professionally via Broadway and TV/Film, and has been the founder and lead coach at Aurelia Michael Living for the last 11 years.
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Do you give specific or generic compliments? This quick episode is here to help you think deeper when you go to give your next compliment. Be more specific and thoughtful about the feedback and compliments you share. It makes a difference.
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Have you ever looked at job descriptions and thought "I can't apply"? Nichole is here to tell you to not tell yourself no, and if you are interested in a position or a company, apply anyway.
Nichole has had many great accomplishments in her career but is still turned down before a phone interview opportunity. She says, "If it's meant for me, it will be." and it's a mantra that has helped her push through the negative self talk when she doesn't feel good enough when it wasn't meant for her in the first place.
Each rejection is a redirection to something better.
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Mary McGuire is the creator of The Professional Women Playbook, The Female Leaders Accelerator and author of The Female Edge and Coming Home to You. Her mission is to help women find their authentic success on their own terms. Despite leaving school with no qualifications and with few prospects, she has built an impressive international career and lifestyle and is an expert in the field of transformation and female advancement.
Using her skills and expertise, gained through 20 years of working with global corporations and high performing executives, she has distilled her learning into easily applied techniques and processes that she wants to share. She firmly believes that women can find authentic success without compromising their values or ideals.
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Nichole shares about a post that was written by a female recruiter how she offered a candidate much less than what was budgeted for the role, solely because the candidate didn't ask for more.
If you are working with a recruiter, it's helpful to have other resources to ensure you are getting the best experience overall when interviewing.
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Have you ever thought of your career path like a GPS system? Entering your destination and determining the steps to get to where you want to go?
This episode will help you to see how you can more actively plan for your future.
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Have you thought of a word for 2022? Do you set a word for the year or do you live by a phrase? What works for you? It can be overwhelming for when there is such a focus on goals in the New Year if you aren't quite ready to be setting them. I always recommend doing what is best for you, so if setting goals feels good- do that. If setting a word or theme for the year- do that.
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This episode with M. Alejandra Parra-Orlandoni who goes by MAPO, is absolutely amazing and will rock your world with this term of Office Housework in this episode.
Check out all of these links as referred by MAPO throughout the conversation.
- https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2021/11/women-workplace-2021-invisible-labour/
- https://hbr.org/2018/07/why-women-volunteer-for-tasks-that-dont-lead-to-promotions
- https://hbr.org/2018/04/women-of-color-get-asked-to-do-more-office-housework-heres-how-they-can-say-no
- https://hbr.org/2018/03/for-women-and-minorities-to-get-ahead-managers-must-assign-work-fairly
- https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2021/10/14/opinion/gender-bias.html
- https://hbr.org/2018/07/in-collaborative-work-cultures-women-carry-more-of-the-weight
- https://hbr.org/2016/01/collaborative-overload
- https://www.forbes.com/sites/francesbridges/2020/01/28/lessons-we-can-learn-from-late-harvard-business-school-professor-dr-clayton-christensens-book-how-will-you-measure-your-life/?sh=68e9666a5165
- https://www.callmemapo.com/blog/what-performance-reviews-say-about-an-organizations-values-part-ii
Who do you think has it all together or is doing great things so confidently? Do you think they ever struggle with confidence or second-guess their decisions? Who in your smaller circle, could you reach out to for further understanding of when they have struggled with their confidence or when they felt like they didn't make the right decision in a certain moment?
Tune into this episode for feedback on what to say to understand your mentors and guides even that much better.
The most popular episode by a long shot is Episode 30 on How To Confidently Ask For A Raise so Nichole created a free training on how to specifically implement her teaching in your current position.Â
You'll learn how to evaluate where you're at within your company and how well you are performing as well as breaking down your job description into an easy black-and-white view of how much additional work and tasks you are taking on. This will help you to properly advocate for a raise.Â
There are also templates included on how to start the conversation with your boss.
Interviewing virtually but not sure what to wear? How professional is "too professional?"
It's good to dress according to the company's policies or what others are wearing who currently work there in the role you'd be applying for.
Nichole shares how you can do this and have it be a seamless part of your interview process.
How do you learn? There are 4 main ways:
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In this episode, you'll work to prioritize how you learn best and then be able to communicate with your leader or other team members how you best learn. When possible, those you work with can approach you in the way you best receive information.
When bad things happen, you might think, "I wish I had prepared for this." or "I wish I protected myself." which is why Nichole wanted to share how to prepare in advance of getting let go or even prior to quitting a company, it's helpful to know what information you might want to have in advance.
Nichole talks about different things you can focus on around the interview question "Tell me about your biggest accomplishment" or any accomplishment related question.
Have you thought of the things Nichole shares within this episode?
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Nichole talks about simple, yet important things to do when preparing for your phone interview as well as what to do when on your phone interview to have it be a success. But know that it won't always lead to next steps in the process, and that's okay. It's one step closer to the position that is the best next step for you.
Episode 43 is all about Nichole's favorite interview questions
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Helpful article from Indeed: 25 Phone Interview Tips to Get You to the Next Round
We've all had the conversation around how to reply to someone asking what your salary range is or what you are looking for in terms of compensation.
In this episode, Nichole shares a script of what you can say the next time you're asked this question.
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Author, Becca Powers, is a multi-six figure Fortune 500 sales executive in the tech industry by day, women’s career and life coach by night, and Kundalini yoga teacher by weekend.
She boasts that she is doing all of this with more freedom and flexibility than she ever had in the past. Becca shares her raw, real, and radical story of overcoming the extreme adversity of being a success-driven woman in Corporate America as a working mom of four children while dealing with the real dramas of her personal life.
Becca’s creative, humorous, and unique spin, that you are the CEO of your life, offers readers a sense of empowerment to take charge and create a life they love to live – by owning it all – the messy and the magical.
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Do you ask for feedback proactively? Do you worry when someone says, "Hey can we talk?"
A great way to start getting more comfortable about feedback is to proactively ask for it. Nichole shares how feedback is a gift and talks about the analogy of feedback compared to a physical gift.
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What have you tried when it comes to getting the more difficult tasks done? Do you have an ongoing list of things you have pushed off or are still waiting on completing?
Nichole shares what has worked for her, maybe it will work for you, too.
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Nichole talks about how to go after what you want. Don't leave anything in someone else's hands or the ball in someone else's court. If you want something badly enough, go after it by being proactive.
Nichole talks about different ways where you can grow and progress in your career, it isn't always upward progression but don't let it keep you from growing exactly where you are.
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Nichole shares her thoughts about why the phrase "Work/Life Balance" isn't realistic for many people. Sometimes it's okay to be more focused on work and sometimes it's okay to be more focused on your home/life.Â
She wishes people wouldn't focus so much on work/life balance, because even then, many companies want even more of your time whenever possible.
What does work/life harmony look like for you?
When was the last time you served someone? It doesn't have to be big. Today Nichole talks about the importance of service and changing the way you think about service and giving.
Book mentioned: The Go Giver
Nichole talks with Sarah Crane Dethloff about her experience transitioning into a new company. She shares how she was open and interested in growing as a leader and manager, only to end up with a job offer from the company where she had initially joined a beta test group. Tune in to hear all about her experience and what advice she has to share.
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We are surrounded by people telling us what we should or should not do. At times, it can be helpful because it takes the guess work out of what we need to be doing, but when you are reading articles or seeing different things pop up on your thread potentially shaming you for what you are or are not doing "right", it can feel frustrating. Nichole recommends that you take the advice or guidance and try it on for yourself and see what works best for you and move forward from there. Keep what works and throw away the rest.
Dr. Latha Poonamallee, Associate Professor, Chair of the Faculty of Management and University Fellow at the New School in New York City is also the co-founder of In-Med Prognostics, a Tech/AI startup and C-Suite for Justice, a community of senior executives committed to making their organizations more just, inclusive, and equitable. She is the creator and host of the Management and Social Justice Conversation Series. In her new book, Expansive Leadership: Cultivating Mindfulness to Lead Self and Others in a Changing World (Routledge, May 2021), she creates the structure for a transformative, whole person approach that considers leadership as a layered, complex phenomenon blending individual and structural transformation. She received her PhD in Organizational Behavior from Case Western Reserve University.
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Do you wait until your resume is perfect and you meet 100% of the qualifications for a job posting? NO. Tune in to hear why Nichole says to "apply anyway."
Nichole shares why it's important to make a list of things you don't like doing which helps you understand more clearly what you do enjoy doing. She also talks about making your resume stand out and options how to do that as well as proactively following up with companies and hiring managers to show you are interested.
There are so many avenues for self improvement, in this episode, Nichole talks about a few options for you to consider and remind you to be setting goals and working towards achieving them.
Do you feel like you apologize a lot at work? Maybe you do and you don't even know it. This episode talks about how to apologize less when you don't need to be apologizing while helping you build your confidence.
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Are you feeling burnt out or too connected to your work? You might want to consider setting work hour boundaries.
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If you've checked out the recent Monday Messages and you know you are ready to move on and find another opportunity, Nichole will share more about
- Creating a LinkedIn account
- Creating a dream company list
- Starting to utilize your network
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Nichole talks about 3 things you can do to be happier at work
- Write a list of all of your tasks and rank them most to least desired work for you, what are your top tasks/projects and how can you do more work like that?
- What's at the bottom of your list? Communicate with your leader about what you enjoy doing and what is draining of your energy so you can work towards doing less of what you don't enjoy.
- Cross train with other departments so you can see what piques your interest and start making efforts towards preparing for the roles you're most interested in.
This week is an anonymous guest who shares her experience on leaving a toxic workplace. If you are currently in a toxic workplace, this episode will be helpful for you.
It's a good time to take a moment to reflect on your job and what you do. Are you happy? Do you enjoy your work? This is your reminder to reflect and prioritize yourself.
Nichole is sharing about her journey of looking for a new position and including all of the details so you understand that even though she coaches women through this often, she also hit some roadblocks and ups and downs along the way.
It's okay to set boundaries when collaborating with others. Consider who is asking so much of you but not giving back and if that working relationship is working for you.
Did you check out Episode 94 with Angie Chaplin? This Monday Message is to help you remember to spend some time to focus on your values and what drives you and motivates you in all you do.
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Known nationally for her mastery of content and connection, Angie Chaplin is a leadership coach, speaker, facilitator, author, and educator with more than 25 years of work in human resources and organizational leadership. As founder / CEO of Mindful Leadership and a Certified Master and Coach for The Leadership Challenge, Angie’s story of leveraging leadership lessons to overcome adversity is not only an inspiration but also a call to action.
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Do you mind your own business? Are you better or worse at caring what other people are doing since the pandemic started? Is your work life any different than it was when the pandemic hit? Todays Monday Message is all about minding your own business in your work and believing the best in others.
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What research do you typically do before you accept an offer? Here's some quick insight on what you could consider doing when searching for that next opportunity.
Don't be like Nichole and stop interviewing because a company says they are going to be extending an offer.
She'll share more in this week's Monday Message.
What do you do? Do you apply for the job that has no pay expectations? Do you avoid applying if the pay is listed and it's less than what you're looking for? Tune into today's episode where Nichole shares some tips and things to consider when applying and the pay isn't what you were hoping for.
Do you instantly think you're getting fired when you hear your boss say, "We need to talk"?
Do you instantly think of what you might have done wrong and are about to get reprimanded about?
You're likely a great team member and your boss might not even have anything serious to talk about, so you feel relieved, but what if you didn't have to stress in the first place?
Nichole is going to share how you can ask your boss to give you a heads up about what they need to talk to you about so you don't have to instantly think the worst.
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Nichole received a review asking for some help and with no contact information, Nichole thought it would be helpful to share as a bonus episode. Enjoy!
Nichole shares an update and some upcoming changes to the podcast.Â
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Amy Lynn Durham is the Founder of "Create Magic At Work" and a U.C. Berkeley Certified Executive Coach.
Amy is certified to coach in the 21 skills associated with Spiritual Intelligence (SQ) using the SQ21 Assessment and an Emotional Intelligence Practitioner (EQ). She has spent years in the corporate world successfully managing hundreds of employees for private and publicly traded companies. Create Magic At Work's intention is to offer Spiritual Intelligence (SQ) and Emotional Intelligence (EQ) to energize and transform the workplace. As an expert in building positive company cultures,
Amy designed Create Magic At Work to bring a variety of services and strategies to aid in cultivating teamwork and harmony in order to improve profits and employee morale through:
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- Coaching and debriefing the 21 skills of the SQ21 assessment
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- Transformative "Create Magic At Work" Workshops & Virtual Group Coaching Sessions
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Nichole talks with Meghan about how you can be a great team member but not the right fit for the company or role you're working in. It doesn't make you a failure, rather, you can adjust your efforts to find another position within the same company or transition into another company.
Meghan Merritt currently specializes in Human Resources for nonprofits, and has served much of her career with the YMCA. Like many, she didn’t start out in HR...she has served in many roles and opportunities to work in development, fundraising, project management, stewardship, operations and training. She is a self-motivated trailblazer who applies servant leadership to develop others. She is married, lives in Oak Island, NC where she loves to put her toes in the sand.
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Are you on LinkedIn? Great! If you haven't written an article yet and are thinking, "Why should I write a LinkedIn article"? You've landed in a great place. Tune in to learn why it's important as an entry level team member to write articles on LinkedIn. Nichole will share all of the details on how to do this and most importantly, why.
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Lindsey Nelson is a Writer, Editor and Content Marketer. She is the Co-founding editor of a creative Literary Magazine called F3ll Magazine, and is a content marketer at Huckabuy — a Technical SEO SaaS company. She specializes in SEO, social media, and website content.
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Questions we talk about:
You were hired on full time right when the world was becoming very uneasy with the pandemic, were you worried about your new role at all?
When did you feel comfortable to show vulnerability?
Have you always felt comfortable to be yourself?
Why do you think it’s important to be vulnerable in a remote environment?
Bonus Question: What advice would you give to someone who is afraid to be vulnerable while working remotely?
Nichole shares a vulnerable moment where she cried in a team meeting. She shares what led up to it happening in hopes that it helps you to feel like you aren't alone when you have emotions in the workplace.
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The words we use are impactful, especially the ones we use about ourselves.
Be kind to yourself.
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Jossie Haines has been an engineering leader focused on large scale consumer technology at companies such as Apple, Zynga, American Express and Tile for 20 years. She is currently Sr Director of Platform & Web Engineering as well as head of diversity, equity & inclusion at Tile. She created and manages a 5 person Windows team based in Vancouver, and leads the engineering efforts integrating the Tile technology into partner ecosystems including enabling Google Home devices to directly ring and locate Tiles, as well as partnering with Intel and HP to enable Intel based laptops to behave as Tiles with no additional hardware. She also manages the 7 person web team that handles all aspects of the tile.com e-commerce experience bringing in millions in yearly revenue. In her free time, Jossie is on a mission to keep women in tech, and in her role as head of DEI at Tile she advocates for diversity and inclusion across the entire company at the executive team level, and sets the company’s yearly DEI strategy and budget. She spends her free time speaking about retaining women in tech, empathy in engineering, and effective and fair management practices that reduce bias and empower all team members to thrive. She has given over 40 talks in the last 2 years including at the Grace Hopper, and Empowered Women of the World conferences. She is also an active mentor at the Mentoring Club, Power to Fly, UCSC and Plato, and started and leads the Tile mentoring program.
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What are your thoughts on internships after college and what advice do you have to womxn who are feeling stressed about finding the perfect internship?
Why do you think womxn have a harder time in tech roles?
Have you ever walked into a room and had people instantly assume you were in a lower role? How did you navigate that?
What is your experience with burnout?
What advice would you give to someone who is experiencing burnout like you did?
Bonus question over on Patreon: How would you suggest for any womxn in the workplace to build a network of supportive womxn, not only for finding internship possibilities, but also honestly finding support from other womxn who are in similar roles, who might be in male dominated industries.
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Elizabeth Lotardo is a consultant, researcher, and co-author of Selling with Noble Purpose: How to Drive Revenue and Do Work that Makes You Proud.
As the VP of Services at sales leadership consultancy McLeod & More, Elizabeth leads sales transformation initiatives for clients like Oracle, G Adventures, and Fiserv. She is a popular LinkedInLearning author, and her work has been featured in The Wall Street Journal and on NPR.
With an undergraduate degree in advertising from Boston University and a Master’s in Organizational Psychology, Elizabeth has enabled firms to drive employee engagement, competitive differentiation, and ultimately revenue.
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A lot of people think about purpose as it applies to raising children or volunteering. You say purpose can exist inside corporate America. Tell us about that.
Many organizations have purpose statements or mission statements, is that different than a truly purpose-driven culture?
How does having a sense of purpose at work change your performance?
Where does someone start if they aren't sure if they have a purpose-driven statement of their own?
How can you still have a purpose-driven work experience if your boss or manager isn’t purpose-driven?
Even if the word “leader” isn’t in your title, how can you help your team or company adopt a purpose-driven mindset?
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What would you suggest as a first step for someone who wants to create a purpose-driven mindset at work?
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You probably have enough information on what you "should" be doing on LinkedIn, but if it's not actually connecting- put it on the back burner and tune into this episode for how to connect if you aren't quite sure how to make that introduction without feeling like you are coming off as awkward.
Topics covered:
-Writing a list of your top 5-10 places to work
-Initial connection message on LinkedIn and what to include in the “add a note”
-How to engage on LinkedIn as well as the frequency
-Saving a list of the top people you want to connect with
-The next message with a deeper connection
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-Requesting recommendations
-Writing articles
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What is your definition of being authentic?
Have you always shown up authentically in the workplace?
Why is it important to show up as authentic?
Why do you feel that showing up as your most authentic self, can help advance someone's career?
If someone doesn’t feel safe or comfortable to show up as authentic, what advice do you have?
Bonus Question: What do you appreciate most about working with someone who you feel is being authentic? (Only available to Patreon members)
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Raechel Duplain has over 11 years of experience in content and product marketing in the Tech industry. Most recently, she works as Group Manager, Strategic Product Marketing at Podium, Utah’s 5th-fastest growing software company. Raechel is also a Certified Scrum Master and is Co-CEO of BrightZebra Marketing, where she and her business partner, Ashley, teach female entrepreneurs how to grow and scale their online businesses with a clear marketing and content strategy. Raechel has had the privilege of presenting at industry events like SiriusDecisions, Alt Summit, Aspire Her, and more. Her work has also won a CMA (Content Marketing Award) and an IHAF Gold Award. When she’s not working, she enjoys spending as much time as possible with her family, listening to podcasts or Audible, practicing the piano, and doing house projects.
Ashley Spurlock has 14 years of experience writing and managing marketing projects and teams in the tech, education, and fitness industries. In recent roles she has overseen an Agile team responsible for content marketing, sales support, and product marketing and worked on web marketing strategy for a large enterprise tech business. Recently, she left the corporate world to spend more time with her toddler, freelance full time, and focus on helping female entrepreneurs market their businesses with BrightZebra. In her free time, Ashley loves family time, reading, mowing the lawn, and looking for the next weekend road trip!
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What are your words for 2021? Why did you choose that specific word or words? Nichole shares more about why she chose her words for 2021 in todays episode.
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You're likely asking for referrals when applying for new positions, but are you stopping there?
Nichole shares the next step in setting your referral up for success, which will help you to land that next great position.
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When you're looking for a job, you're not quite sure how long it's going to take which can be really frustrating amongst other feelings. Do yourself a favor by keeping track of jobs you are applying for, what the position is, if you're interviewed- take note of who interviewed you. Take action if you aren't hired. Can anyone point you in the direction of another role or get you connected with someone who can help you? Tune in to hear more.
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Nichole interviews Monika Portman about her career path and when she hit her glass ceiling, what happened next.
Monika has so many great pieces of information and guidance for any woman in the workplace who has had their ups and downs and at times, have felt completely lost.
Monika Portman is the Senior Director of Product Management at Cox Automotive, a software company in the automotive industry, and co-owner of a restaurant. She has spent almost 25 years in product, sales and strategy. Monika has had great success as a change agent and is an energetic people leader adept in devising marketing and product strategies, articulating direction and leading teams in driving business objectives. She has extensive experience with blue chip and mid-tier companies, including Black & Decker, Big Box Retail, and Boart Longyear.
Monika has a passion for building things, learning, and solving problems. This curiosity has led her to take on challenges that help her grow as an individual. Monika sits on a board of a private high school and the school’s parent music association. She also dedicates her time to mentoring team members and co-chairing an inclusion & diversity initiative at Cox Automotive.
In her free time she loves to camp, travel and spend time with her family.
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How long is too long in a position or with a company? How short is too short?
Nichole shares some statistics that the median employment with a company between the ages 25-34 is 3.2 years. For those who feel like they are "job hopping" when they have been at a company for more than 2 years, you shouldn't be worried.
Nichole also talks about job hopping and when employers may be concerned based on your resume.
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This episode is to prompt you to think about what your word or phrase can be for 2021.
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This episode will help you to determine if you are happy and content with where you are in your career, or you'll have some light bulb moments where you realize you could be doing more to get closer and closer to your dream job.
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This episode is all about being intentional when hopping onto social media and taking it a step deeper into your thought process on how you are interacting with your connections.
It's something that is very simple but takes effort to do and create a habit of doing.
You'll never know how much a more meaningful, potentially vulnerable comment or response could open up more conversations and help you to build those deeper connections. Try it and tell me how it goes!
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Denise Buckley found herself in a new position where she wasn't sure if it would be a good fit or if she would be passionate about it, but she went for it anyway. She found herself in a role that was able to help her empower teachers who then can empower their students and she is finding so much joy within her role.
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If you ever feel overwhelmed with your work or occasional burnout or maybe you have an annual review where you have to list your accomplishments and your mind goes blank- this episode is for you.
Nichole is so passionate about getting so many women to start a work journal and track your accomplishments and anything you want to add to make it unique and helpful for you.
When you can look back at the facts, it's so much easier to advocate for a raise or a bonus.
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When you think of resources, what comes to mind? Are you thinking of resources for yourself or maybe for your friends, family, and colleagues?
In this episode, Nichole talks briefly about resources and why it's helpful to keep your ears open to what's working well for others because while it may not be what you need right now, other people could certainly use it. Keep an ongoing list of resources that you find helpful so you are able to share them with people who you have deeper conversations with and are able to point them in the right direction for something that could be extremely beneficial for them.
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Kelsey was the first female in the C Suite of her company, and close to 20 years younger than her counterparts. She advocates for more women to be in leadership positions and as part of discussions around how to help more women be supported in the workplace. She is full of knowledge and her passion to help anyone who has the initial drive and passion to succeed, is inspiring.
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Nichole talks with Angela today about the Applicant Tracking System and how you can ensure your resume passes the test. If you aren't hearing back after applying for a position or aren't sure how you could update your resume, you'll want to tune into this episode.
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If you want to say yes to more of what fires you up, this is the episode for you.
Heidi is a certified Gallup Strengths Coach and shares some of the basics of how to take the assessment and what to do with your results.
When you understand what your strengths are, you are able to recognize what projects and tasks play to your strengths and you can volunteer or request more work for what you enjoy and say no to less of what aren't in your top strengths.
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Rachel Merrill is the guest for this week and Nichole loved talking with her about the importance of mental wellness in the workplace and what Rachel is up to with her company, Room Here.
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Closing a chapter and focusing on an even bigger one. Nichole opens up about her current life situation and wants to take you along for the ride. There is no guarantee when you go out and do something completely on your own and Nichole hasn't "arrived" at her desired level of growth yet. She is excited for what's to come and is here to share some of her learnings from the past couple years in the position she is leaving.
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Which one do you resonate with most? Do you resonate with multiple? Tune in to see how you can work towards being your best self within your work family.
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If you identify as an introvert or more quiet and you have the drive and motivation to become a leader of people but you aren't sure if you can be a leader because you aren't super outgoing and center of attention- this episode is for you.
Tawny shares her insights and wisdom from her many years working in a Customer Service Manager role and how you can also stand out in meetings and in the workplace with her suggestions.
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Nichole talks about her simple approach in having a better relationship with your male boss. She talks about the importance of building a foundation for a relationship with your boss and co-workers, being willing to provide feedback and share how you would like to receive feedback and praise as well as providing praise to your leaders.
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Kelly Clendenning is a Female Empowerment and Career Coach. She helps women leave unsustainable work environments and find a job they love. ww.kellyclendenning.me/ Today we talk about: - how Kelly transformed her experience with sexual harassment into her mission. - why women may stay in an unsustainable work environment longer than they anticipate. - how to proactively plan for your next role - if you're unhappy with your job but aren't ready to leave, some ways to improve your situation in the moment. Kelly began her career in the wine industry working harvests in the cellar, eventually becoming a Certified Sommelier. An unsustainable work environment prompted a career pivot to a fulfilling role as a Trip Leader for a leading luxury travel company. In this position, she led groups of guests all over the world. Knowing how hard it can be to figure out what's next in one's career when work is really stressful, Kelly felt called to help women bridge the gap between being stuck in an unsustainable work environment and thriving in a fulfilling job. Today, she gets to live out her mission as a Coach helping women find work they love. Book a call with her to talk about where you're at and how she can help! https://www.kellyclendenning.me/ www.nicholeharrop.com www.instagram.com/nichole.harrop
Have you heard of the concept: Thinking Big Picture?
What does that really mean and how can you work towards thinking that way?
Tune in to this weeks episode to practice small steps towards thinking bigger picture and how it can help you immediately within your role.
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Do you feel overwhelmed when you think about "networking"? It can be easy and simple if you allow it to be. Nichole talks about how to connect and offer help to your network so you are making "deposits" into that relationship. When you need to make a "withdrawal", you will want there to be something to "withdraw".
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Some things may seem like common sense, but you'd be surprised at how many people aren't being present in meetings or in discussions and giving respect to then earn it in return.
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Nichole talks about reflecting on past positions and jobs when you were learning and out of your comfort zone and then thinking back to how much more you knew on your last days at that job or in that position. She discusses a phrase that will help you to feel less overwhelm and rock those first 30 days at your new job.
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Communication is key if you want to return to the company you previously worked for and were laid off during the pandemic.
Nichole walks you through who to talk to and why you want to have ongoing communication.
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Are you reflecting on your virtual interviews any differently than if they were in person? Nichole talks about 3 tips of how to improve your virtual interview, both in the moment and being able to do some reflection.
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What are you doing to stand out at work? If you aren't doing anything to be seen as a leader amongst your peers but you'd like some guidance, this episode is for you.
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Self promotion is important, but how do you go about it without feeling boastful or arrogant?
Nichole talks about how to use communication to share what you are interested in and why they would want you on their team. She shares how communication can get you in touch with the right people to help you get where you want to go.
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Nichole discusses 4 things to help you feel less overwhelmed by having more clarity in expectations, giving yourself permission to make mistakes, the power in asking questions, and the simple approach of starting somewhere.
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Advocating for yourself in the workplace is so important and Nichole will talk through 4 ways to start advocating for yourself that feels genuine and authentic.
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If you don't advocate for yourself, who will? If you are applying for an external position, do your research on the pay range from other positions and be comfortable to have a discussion around salary/hourly so you are not caught off guard if/when you are asked.
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Nichole felt it was appropriate to share more of her heart and feelings due to recent events and the death of George Floyd. It didn't feel right to post actual content this week.
Please consider being a support and an advocate for black women and women of color.
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Don't end an interview without asking some questions. Not sure what to ask? Nichole shares some of her favorite questions in this episode.
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What are your views on multitasking? Is it something you need to do in the day-to-day in your job? Or could you spend your time a little better by focusing on your flow and getting more work completed by prioritizing one task at a time?
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Nichole is speaking at a virtual conference in June, check out www.AspireHer.com to get your ticket.
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When is it time to move on from your current position? Nichole focuses on growth and opportunities, if you have that in your current workplace- great. If you aren't sure if your current workplace can offer what you're looking for, it's okay to start looking elsewhere.
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Tune in as Nichole goes into detail about the 5 steps:
1- Be passionate about what you do and who you serve
2- Understand what success within your role looks like
3- Cultivate a supportive relationship with your leader
4- Get involved
5- Step out of your comfort zone
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Wherever you're at in life right now, an affirmation meditation could be good for your soul. Play it on repeat as needed and take out the bits and pieces that really hit you to your core, or write your own affirmations and keep them somewhere you will read them often.
You are made to do great things, let's do this.
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Nichole is sharing a special opportunity for anyone who could use some additional guidance right now. Check out the episode for the details.
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Tune in to hear about how to be seen as a leader during these ever-changing times in the world right now. Building connections can happen in person or remotely and Nichole walks you through different ways you can be seen as a leader during any change your company may go through.
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If you're working from home but you don't typically, because of COVID-19, you may be feeling overwhelmed with the amount of work you are taking on. It's important to have a good relationship with your leader to have open and honest communication about your workload and how to do more of what you really enjoy.
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Now, more than ever is the time to network and connect with your community to offer help as well as seeing how your network can help you however you are in need of it.
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If you're ready to take it to the Next Level and work with Nichole, head over to her website or Instagram to connect.
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Nichole's goal is to help more women feel confident in the workplace, to get out of their comfort zone and take on more challenges to rise and grow into a leadership position.
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Nichole is working to empower women in the workplace to help them close the gap of pay between men and women. With this episode, you'll hear an easy way to approach asking for a raise by comparing your original job description with the work you are doing every day.
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We all want improved confidence in the workplace, right? Nichole talks about the importance of gaining confidence through additional training and knowledge within your role and how you can also build a network by learning the strengths of others.
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Service is something you can do anywhere for anyone. It doesn't have to be life changing, but something that shows you care to lighten their load. Find ways to serve others both inside and outside the workplace. Leaders find ways to serve others, so start looking for small ways you can help out and you'll be well on your way to being seen as a leader amongst your team.
Nichole talks about the importance of daily gratitude. This is not a one size fits all, she talks about how every person is different in how they will practice gratitude and how they show gratitude.
Try practicing gratitude statements for a full week and take note of how you are feeling before and after.
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Too often we stay in our comfort zone which doesn't push us to better ourselves or get to that next level.
Join a group (on or offline), an event, or retreat. Embrace the brief discomfort. It will be so worth it when you find great people who want to be in your corner and be your biggest supporters and advocates.
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Let's get serious about how your words are affecting how you show up to the world.
If you're ready to lay the foundation to prepare yourself for future leadership roles, reach out to work with Nichole.
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Nichole talks about the words she has focused on for the past couple of years as well as revealing the words she'll focus on for 2020.
She's open and vulnerable as to what worked and what didn't work for her in the last year as well as why she isn't big on specific New Year Resolutions as opposed to having smaller goals focused around the word you choose as a theme for the year.
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Have you ever cried at work? How did you feel? Were you embarrassed? Did you feel embraced by those around you or did you feel out of place?
We're going to talk about crying at work and being aware of when it's okay to do so and when it's best to hold back or remove yourself from the situation and allow yourself time to express your emotions in a safe place.
In this episode, Nichole talks about the importance of Cover Letters. Sure, they may not be as popular, but with the growing demand of great talent for open positions, anything that helps get you in the door is worth doing.
Nichole will walk you through what to include in each paragraph of your Cover Letter to be authentic to you while also appealing to the hiring manager.
Are you focusing only on your problems or are you able to take a step back and offer up solutions?
This week Nichole talks about the importance of being solutions focused and how you can start shifting in that direction.
If you are able to approach your team or leaders with solutions to problems instead of taking up the majority of their time with explaining your problems, you'll see more availability for autonomy within your role as you gain trust to proceed with your own solutions without approval.
When you are solutions focused amongst your peers, you'll work towards solutions instead of vent sessions with no next steps.
If you want to work with Nichole, she will design a program catered to your needs to help you on your way to success within your organization.
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We’re talking about resume’s this week because there are simple mistakes people are frequently making and you only have an average of 6 seconds to catch the attention of the hiring manager to want to read more.
Nichole offers some great tips that are easily implemented on your own and if you are wanting additional help or to take the guess work out of editing your resume, please reach out to work with her.
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Do you dread your Mondays? Are you stressed before you even get to work? Nichole has some advice on todays episode that is super easy to implement. Start making change today to help you have better Mondays every single week!
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Most of us have worked with micro managing bosses and instead of quitting or being frustrated, Nichole walks you through how to approach your work in a way that builds trust with your manager so there is no reason to be micro managed.
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Nichole shares how it's important to consider leaving your comfort zone and provides some examples for when to do so. You don't want to leave your comfort zone before you feel confident in your current role. You also need to consider if you are living in such a zone of comfort that you are getting taken advantage of and not being compensated fairly.
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Are you having 1:1s with your manager? Do you know the point of them? Are they happening consistently? Are you taking control of the agenda to best help you on your way to your next promotion?
In this episode, Nichole covers how to take control of your 1:1s, to ensure they are happening, as well as what to implement if you aren't currently doing so.
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Learning how to build off strengths will help you to be well on your way into a leadership position.
Do you know what your team members strengths are and how to best utilize them?
This episode will help guide you in the right direction and to understand why it's so important and beneficial.
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We've all gotten feedback we weren't ready to hear or didn't expect to hear. This week Nichole talks about how to handle feedback as well as how to ask your leader or team members for feedback if you aren't getting as much positive or constructive feedback as you'd like.
Nichole also talks about how important it is to build relationships within your organization if you are wanting to give and receive feedback more proactively and with the best of intentions behind it.
As women in the workplace, we can often get in our own way by assuming our question is dumb or irrelevant before we ever ask it. We are worried about what people think of us if we ask a question that everyone else knows.
Nichole talks about different ways to approaching questions on any project or task to ensure you are on the same page with your team and can feel more confident in the whole process.
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This week Nichole is talking about how to network the right way. Networking should feel natural and can be so beneficial to your career.
She will talk through how to approach networking from the beginning and setting proper intentions so you get the most out of the relationships you are building and the network you are expanding into.
It's never too late to start networking within your organization and starting to spread out into connections from other companies and organizations as well.
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This week, Nichole shares about becoming the expert, how to find out what area you want to be the expert in, as well as how to make sure you come across as helpful to your team members and leaders, coming from a place of service.
Nichole will talk you through how to confidently become an expert and why it's important and how to utilize your resources when it's an area you aren't as familiar with.
After listening, you'll feel comfortable stepping up to become an expert and how to utilize this as a key strength in standing out as a leader to your team.
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It's so easy to leave a company and move on to the next, right? Nichole is here to tell you why it's important not to burn bridges with the company you are leaving.
How do you want your reputation to be remembered?
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It sounds simple to send a follow up email or a thank you email, right? You'd be surprised at how many people aren't following these simple suggestions and how it can help you to stand out in the crowd.
Nichole helps provide some personal stories about following up and how to know when to send it and what to include in the message.
No matter where you're at in your career, if you are feeling lost, frustrated, confused, set up a free call with Nichole to see if her coaching program can help you!
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Nichole shares vulnerability in speaking about what has affected her in the past few years and how that has helped motivate her to launch her coaching business. She shares what's going on behind the scenes in efforts that other people will feel they are not alone in their struggles and how you can give yourself grace and also continue pushing forward to achieve your goals.
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This episode is filled with information to help you get a great performance review but it's also easy information to implement right now with your leader to help you have specific action steps and understand exactly how your performance will be measured.
Even if you don't have an upcoming review, you won't want to miss the easy steps here to build a great foundation for performance reviews.
Also check out Episode 3| Are You Self Aware? with additional tips of how to ask for feedback from your peers.
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Nichole talks about why you should consider hiring a coach to help you progress in your career and how a coach will help you to set a foundation that you can consistently refer back to and be set up for success.
She talks about what to look out for when considering hiring a coach and how to feel confident in your decision.
Nichole provides examples of a couple clients she is working with who fit within her niche but are very different in their overall goals, proving that 1:1 coaching can be most successful as the program will be catered around the client's specific needs.
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Nichole talks about how to find a mentor, what that relationship can look like and how to approach the conversation as it can be a little intimidating when you are first putting yourself out there.
She wants to help more women become leaders in the workplace and having mentors has helped her tremendously. Her hope is that you will be more confident in seeking out a mentor and continue progressing in your career.
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Today Nichole talks about how to prepare for an interview and to acknowledge that the interview process is not a one way street. She shares 3 tips to prepare and follow up when going through the interview process. These tips shared today are easily implemented and provide a peace of mind to the candidate to feel empowered by coming prepared, being interested, and knowing how to follow up.
Tips:
- Do your research beforehand
- Be genuinely interested
- Following up
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Nichole loves to talk about self awareness as it is a core topic she focuses on with her coaching clients. If you aren't self aware, you're going to struggle in almost every role you're in. Nichole goes over some easy steps to take to work on your self awareness and ease into getting feedback from other team members. You'll be surprised with how much more confidence you'd have by being aware of what others would say about you.Â
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In this episode, Nichole talks about taking the steps to build authentic relationships in the workplace and how it can be beneficial throughout your career. It doesn't have to be extreme or extravagant gestures, she talks about simple things you can start working on today to improve your working relationships. She talks about the importance of coming from a good place instead of a selfish place as that is when you'll be perceived as fake or disingenuous.
3 Steps:
-Start having conversations with your colleagues
-Follow up with your conversations
-Be an observer
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Nichole dives deep into her story starting from entry level roles into leadership roles. She talks about her experience with sexual harassment and being perceived as "too social" or not qualified because of her looks. She shares about receiving vague feedback and continuous turn downs before she had someone who took a chance on her and knew what she was capable of. Once moving into a leadership position, she continued to face gossiping from co workers and team members who didn't welcome her with open arms. Nichole continued to push through with an underlying passion to serve those around her, knowing they would see her true intentions if she continued to serve her team and department. Two years into her new role, she was recruited to a new tech company coming to Utah and saw a great opportunity. She took a lateral move and a big risk, hoping it would pay off- and it did. Nichole took on additional projects to help out the team and was promoted to a manager title within 5 months and had amazing mentors who helped teach her so much in a very short time. Nichole helped with training, had a team of her own, managed the email team in the Philippines, she was involved with office wide recognition and helped roll out new tools to help track and measure each individuals success and contributions to the team. Nichole was laid off abruptly in March of 2017 and moved on to work for a Veteran owned company as a Customer Success Manager. There was a lot of discord and struggle to push forward which she realized this company would not be somewhere she worked long-term. After having her baby in December 2017, she decided not to go back to that position and heard of another opportunity that would work with her staying at home with her new daughter for the foreseeable future. She started taking on additional tasks and projects and took on a title as Business Manager, something similar but different as she was working with retail products. She helped to establish many company wide standard operating procedures as well as assisting in laying ground work for communication efforts to help this small business continue to grow. Nichole has felt for some time that she needed to help mentor and coach more women to overcome the obstacles and work through the difficult struggles quicker than she did on her own. She is excited for what the future holds and what she can contribute to others.
Quick intro to the Next Level Leaders Podcast and why Nichole feels so passionate about helping to develop more women leaders.