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Are you really showing up for your team—or just checking the boxes?In today’s high-pressure corporate landscape, being “available” isn’t enough. Your team craves something deeper: leadership that’s emotionally present, strategically engaged, and physically connected—even in a remote world.In this bold and transformational episode, Bernadette Boas, executive coach and former corporate exec, pulls back the curtain on what it truly means to lead with presence. If your team is burned out, disengaged, or quietly quitting, this episode will hit home—and give you a plan to turn things around fast.You’ll discover:

Feeling stuck in the grind of a “successful” career that doesn’t light you up anymore?This episode of Shedding the Corporate Bitch is a no-fluff conversation every high-performing leader, HR executive, and ambitious professional needs to hear. Host Bernadette Boas sits down with Tammy Alvarez, former Wall Street executive turned CEO of Career Winners Circle, who left the corner office behind to build a life and business she actually loves—and now teaches others to do the same.Tammy pulls back the curtain on the corporate myths that keep professionals stuck, including the biggest lie we tell ourselves about career control. You’ll walk away with bold, actionable strategies for taking back your power, building a personal brand that gets noticed, and even negotiating for your worth—without waiting for permission.In This Episode, You'll Learn:Why loving Mondays isn’t a fantasy—and how to make it your realityThe “CEO of You” mindset and how to use it to drive your careerWhat really happens behind closed doors

We are celebrating working moms. Happy Mother's Day! In this episode, Bernadette Boas shines a spotlight on working moms—both celebrating their invaluable role in our lives and in today's corporate world. Whether you're a mom, colleague, manager, or executive, you won’t want to miss Bernadette’s deep dive into the unique skills and perspectives that working mothers bring to the professional table.Bernadette answers real questions from her clients and listeners, tackling everything from how working moms can leverage their multitasking and organizational superpowers, to setting boundaries and battling workplace bias. She offers powerful, tactical advice on how mothers (and all women in business) can focus on their professional development, manage guilt, and honor their own achievements—while blending career aspirations with personal fulfillment.Tune in for actionable strategies that help you build a rock-solid support system, set clear goals, assert your value, and maintain that ever-important wo

Hold on tights, as this episode is all about thriving as your authentic self during transformative times, and our guest, Tracy Nolan, Senior Vice President with Humana, is sharing her journey from growing up with prim and proper roots in upstate New York to leading through historic transformations, including the Sprint T Mobile merger during COVID and spearheading hurricane relief in Puerto Rico.In this episode, Tracy shares:The critical leadership skills needed to navigate large-scale crises and transformations.Why women don’t have to choose between compassion and strength—and how embracing both makes you a more effective leader.How to build a strong, actionable culture that drives results far beyond PowerPoints and posters.And the power of taking risks, leaning into change, and believing in yourself to grow your career and your team.If you’ve ever wondered how to lead authentically while driving transformation, Tracy’s insights will inspire and challenge you to embrace bold opportunities.Key Discussion Poin

Are you intentional about who sits at your table of career success?In this thought-provoking episode, host Bernadette Boas dives deep into the essential relationships you need to fuel your career growth and personal transformation. She unpacks why creating a circle of influence—your own “Personal Board of Directors”—isn’t just a nice-to-have, but a critical strategy for anyone determined to thrive at any stage of their journey.Challenges Professionals Face:Navigating corporate life or entrepreneurship without the right support systemConfusing the roles of coaches, mentors, advocates, and sponsorsFailing to seek or cultivate key relationships that impact advancement and opportunitiesStruggling to showcase your achievements or take the initiative for your own growthKey Talking Points:Why Relationships Matter: Relationships are central to career and personal success. Bernadette illustrates how they influence opportunities, insights, and your overall trajectory.Roles Defined:Coaches: Focused on performance, accou

When was the last time someone stole your idea or explained something to you that you were the expert on? It happens more often than one thinks.Welcome to another transformative episode of the Shedding the Corporate Bitch Podcast with Bernadette Boas. In this powerful conversation, executive coach Kelly Meerbott joins us to unpack the nuanced, often contentious issue of mansplaining and its impact on workplace dynamics and leadership credibility.Episode Highlights:Understanding Mansplaining: Discover what mansplaining truly entails and its subtle mechanisms aimed at undermining confidence, particularly in women leaders.Real-Life Scenarios: Kelly shares insightful stories that illustrate how mansplaining shows up in professional settings and how women can unintentionally find themselves silenced or their ideas overshadowed.Strategies to Reclaim Ownership: Learn actionable strategies to elevate your confidence and leadership presence. From aligning with female colleagues for mutual support to mastering communic

When was the last time you got up to get into the day and realized you are just not in the mood, or you just don't care to do anything?We all have those days. Sometimes, there are days and even weeks of it. If you're not careful, it can really sabotage your success.In this episode of the "Shedding the Corporate Bitch Podcast," host Bernadette Boas dives deep into the real-world struggles of managing low-energy days and facing times when you're just not in the mood to tackle your responsibilities. "When You're Just Not In The Mood" explores the critical impact of these days on your personal and professional life, highlighting essential strategies for recognizing burnout and transforming your energy so you can show up for your team, the business, and you!While at the same time, giving yourself grace that you just may need to take a break.Bernadette shares personal anecdotes, powerful tips for self-assessment, and practical hacks to shift from feeling empty to energized. T

How often have you paused to ask yourself: What is my 'why,' and how can unlocking it transform the way I navigate my work and personal goals?In this empowering episode of Shedding the Corporate Bitch, host Bernadette Boas engages in a transformative conversation with Jannette Anderson, also known as the "Why Whisperer" as she shares her unique insights and proven strategies to help you discover and articulate your "why," enabling you to stand out and achieve both personal and professional success.Challenges Explored:The struggle of identifying personal and professional "why" and its significance in achieving career goals.Overcoming core negative beliefs and stories that hinder personal growth.Navigating and thriving in work environments that may not align with your personal values or purpose.Key Talking Points:What makes you stand out and how to convey it compellingly.The intersection of healing from the past and longing for the future as the essence of your "why.

We all have the same amount of time in a day. So, why are some managers better people leaders than others?In this episode of the Shedding the Corporate Bitch Podcast, host Bernadette Boas delves deep into a common challenge faced by corporate and entrepreneurial leaders alike: effectively managing time to prioritize your people. Bernadette shares her insights and strategies for putting your team first, highlighting the pivotal role employees play as the number one asset in any organization.Key Challenges Addressed:The conflict between existing commitments and dedicating time to employee engagement.Leaders’ struggle to make their people a top priority due to overloaded calendars.Difficulty in setting boundaries and learning to say "no" to less critical tasks.Key Talking Points:The Priority of People: Bernadette challenges leaders to question if they’re truly making their people their number one asset. Through global client experiences, she reveals the disconnect many employees feel despite leadership

Have you ever stopped to wonder if your difficult boss or colleague is just a challenging personality, or could it be that you yourself are unknowingly contributing to the toxic dynamic?In our latest episode of the Shedding the Corporate Bitch Podcast, host Bernadette Boas sits down with award-winning author Vicky Oliver to explore the complex world of workplace dynamics. With her book "Bad Bosses, Crazy Co-Workers, and Other Office Idiots" as a guide, Vicky shares her wealth of knowledge on how to effectively combat bullying, confront challenging colleagues, and maintain a learning mindset amidst workplace chaos.Key Talking Points:The Prevalence of Dysfunctional Workplace Personalities: Revealing at least 17 distinct dysfunctional work styles.From bully bosses to credit snatchers, understanding these categories is crucial for navigating workplace relationships.Dealing with Bully Bosses:  Importance of documenting incidents and addressing the aggression calmly and strategically to earn respect.How t

Are you truly aware of the cost your organization pays for ignoring mental health, not just in lost productivity, but in the unseen toll on your employees’ lives?"Join host Bernadette Boas as she delves into the critical topic of mental health and well-being in the corporate world. This episode stresses the urgent necessity for businesses to treat mental health as a core business imperative rather than a mere afterthought. Bernadette shares personal stories and statistics to underscore the profound impact mental health has on productivity, innovation, retention, and the overall success of a business.Key Challenges Discussed:Acknowledging Underlying IssuesThe Cost of Ignoring Mental HealthInternal Triggers Overlooked:Key Talking Points:The Importance of Safe SpacesThe Role of LeadershipInvestment in Well-Being ProgramsConnect with Us:Stay engaged with future episodes and dive deeper into valuable leadership and cultural insights by visiting ballafirecoaching.com/podcast. Follow us on YouTube at Shedding t

Are you truly being 100% honest and open with your team—or even yourself? What walls might you be building and what fake personas might you need to shed to become the powerhouse leader you're meant to be?Are you ready to transform your leadership style by embracing real connections and genuine communication? Join us on the "Shedding the Corporate Bitch" podcast as we dive into a transformative discussion with Grace Gavin, co-founder and author of Know Honesty. In our latest episode, we explore the undeniable power of open and honest communication in the workplace.Discover how honesty and openness can lead to significant financial gains, enhanced leadership collaboration, and stronger team relationships. Grace shares her expertise, offering actionable insights and six pivotal practices for transforming your team interactions.Highlights include:Understanding the three essentials of honestyIdentifying and overcoming the great divide in workplace communicationPractical steps to eliminate fake inter

Do you dread giving or receiving performance reviews? If so, what causes that anxiety, stress, or avoidance?In this episode of the Shedding the Corporate Bitch Podcast, host Bernadette Bowes dives deep into the world of performance reviews—those annual or semi-annual evaluations that often spark anxiety and uncertainty among employees and managers alike. Bernadette explores how mastering both giving and receiving feedback can unlock your career potential and transform performance reviews into a year-round strategy for growth.Key Challenges Discussed:The common anxieties and misconceptions surrounding performance reviews.Balancing honesty with encouragement in feedback to avoid demotivating employees.The inadvertent biases that can skew a manager’s assessment and feedback.Creating a performance review culture that prevents surprise negative feedback.How a lack of detailed, specific, and constructive feedback can leave employees confused and disheartened.Key Talking Points:The significance of viewing feedback a

How prepared are you to lead in a workplace that’s changing faster than ever before? As corporate executives, you’re facing unprecedented challenges—shifting workforce dynamics, evolving employee expectations, and relentless demands for adaptability.Is your leadership evolving to meet these demands, or are you stuck in outdated methods that no longer work?Bernadette Boas is joined by Vanessa Juldeman, President of Mosaic People Development, to delve into the rapidly evolving landscape of leadership in today's corporate world. With over 20 years of experience with top organizations such as Campbell Soup and the UN, Vanessa shares her expertise on how leaders need to adapt to meet the demands of an ever-changing work environment.Key Challenges Explored:Navigating unprecedented workplace challenges and shifting workforce dynamics.Addressing the macro and micro-level changes in organizational structures.Dealing with the lack of self-awareness, strategic insight, and insufficient education among leaders.Key T

Have you ever felt like you're achieving success on paper, but deep down you're not fulfilled with who you've become as a leader or person?Bernadette's diving into the profound yet simple questions that uncover what you really want out of life, drawing from my own experiences of transition from a high-powered corporate career to a more fulfilling path of self-awareness and leadership, and providing you a process for discovering the powerhouse leader within you.Key Challenges Discussed:The struggle to identify one’s true desires amidst external expectations and self-imposed limitations.The difficulty of acknowledging personal shortcomings and negative behavioral patterns.The fear of confronting truths about oneself and the impact on professional and personal relationships.Key Talking Points:The revelation of the five key steps necessary for self-discovery and transformation: Discover, Confront, Shed, Create, and Accelerate.The importance of journaling, meditation, and continuous learning in

Bernadette Boas is getting into a difficult and intimate conversation with guest, Gabriella Rosa, all about fertility, and in many cases, infertility. Gabriela shares her profound insights on how workplace pressures impact both men and women on their fertility journey, and provides actionable strategies to optimize health and improve chances of conceiving a healthy baby.Episode Highlights:Gabriela's Personal Fertility Journey Impact of Stress on Male Fertility Stress and Female FertilityOptimizing Fertility - Key Strategies Mentioned Resources:Gabriela Rosa's Book: Fertility Breakthrough: Overcoming Infertility and Recurrent Miscarriage When Other Treatments Have Failed. Available FREE on Spotify and YouTube You can buy the book on Amazon and other major booksellersGabriela's Podcast: TalkSex with Gabriela Rosa - fertilitybreakthrough.comConnect with Gabriela Rosa on Instagram @GabrielaRosaFertilitySubscribe and Follow Us:Apple PodcastsSpotifyYouTube: Shedding the Corporate Bitch ChannelJoin us

When was the last time your trust was broken by a leader, and how did it impact your performance and commitment to the organization?In this powerful episode of Shedding the Corporate Bitch Podcast, Bernadette Boas explores the critical importance of trust in corporate leadership and its impact on organizational success. Drawing from recent research and real-world examples, she delivers actionable insights for leaders looking to build stronger, more effective teams.Key Highlights:The trust gap revealedHow remote work has exposed leadership trust issues and management challengesThe significant financial impact of trust:Three key strategies for building a trust-based cultureResources Mentioned:coachmebernadette.com/discoverycallPatrick Lencioni's "Five Dysfunctions of a Team"Google's Project Aristotle findingsPerfect for corporate leaders seeking to:Improve team productivity and engagementReduce turnover and increase retentionBuild stronger cross-cultural teamsNavigate remote/hybrid work envi

Do you know what your personal brand is at work, and how other's view that brand?If you don't, you really need to, as it conveys to everyone around you, especially your boss(es), how others perceive, know, trust, and like you, and what that means to advancement.In this episode, Bernadette is joined by Mitchell Levy, a thought leader and expert on credibility and clarity with Credibility Nation, to delve into critical strategies for achieving clarity in the professional world, the importance of credibility, and actionable steps to enhance leadership integrity. Mitchell also shares invaluable insights from his community "Clarity Superheroes" and introduces concepts like the Customer Point of Possibilities (CPOP).Key Challenges Discussed:Lack of Clarity in Purpose and MissionEmployee DisengagementCredibility and AuthenticityKey Talking Points:Clarity Superheroes Community: Offers complimentary courses at aha.pub/superheroesCustomer Point of Possibilities (CPOP): A technique to simplify corpor

Are you setting goals or just dreaming? Is your team aligned to the business goals you've passed down to them or are they spinning in confusion? Do you have a process for setting, communicating, and pursuing your goals?In this episode, Bernadette Boas delves into the art of effective goal setting within the corporate environment. She highlights the critical steps and strategies necessary for setting realistic, specific, and manageable goals that drive success and foster team collaboration. Understanding why many people fail at their New Year’s resolutions within the first 17 days, Bernadette shares key insights on maintaining motivation and focus. Tune in to learn actionable tips and avoid common pitfalls in goal setting!For a team, goals provide e a clear direction, motivate team members to work together, enhance collaboration, and enable measurable progress, ultimately leading to better overall results and a stronger sense of purpose within the team. Without them, teams can lack focus and struggle to a

Have you wanted to foster the ability to express and understand your emotions to better navigate success and challenges at work, and to find ways to internalize positive emotions so you can learn valuable lessons from your experiences to elevate your leadership.In this inspiring episode of Shedding the Corporate Bitch Podcast, host Bernadette Boas sits down with Carrie Vanston, an accomplished executive coach and business strategist, to delve into the intricacies of emotional awareness, self-reflection, and leadership. Together, they unpack the challenges many face in expressing feelings tied to success, the importance of pausing to reflect on accomplishments, and the significance of intuitive listening and communication in fostering a positive workplace environment.Key Topics:Emotional Awareness:Value of Reflection:Win-Win Situations:Communication Strategies:Personal Practices for Mindset:Celebrating Success:Visit Carrie at carrievanston.comSubscribe to the Shedding the Corporate Bitch Podcast for more uplif