Shedding the Corporate Bitch – Détails, épisodes et analyse

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 work-life integration. This episode is a must-listen for corporate professionals striving for success, authenticity, and balance—especially those looking to support or become outstanding working parents.

**What You’ll Learn:**
- The unique leadership and management strengths working moms contribute to teams and organizations
- Practical strategies to prevent burnout and set boundaries at work and at home
- Key pitfalls to avoid as you pursue your personal and professional goals
- How to combat guilt, overcome bias, and advocate for your advancement
- Steps to build a strong support network, seek mentorship, and prioritize continuous learning

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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 Points:

1. Authentic Leadership
2. Navigating Challenges
3. Mentors and Sponsors
4. Building a Culture Beyond Posters
5. Taking Risks

Connect with Tracy Nolan:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracyenolan/
• Instagram: @10Benarski

For further insights, strategies, and guidance on becoming a powerhouse leader, don't forget to follow the show at ballafirecoaching.com/podcast.

Join us in this riveting conversation to learn how you can embrace bold opportunities and transform your leadership path by thriving as your most authentic self.

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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 as a gift that can reveal your strengths, weaknesses, and blind spots.
• The necessity for managers to build trust and open communication channels, fostering a collaborative feedback environment.
• Implementing a notebook strategy for managers to document employee progress throughout the year.
• The challenges faced by employees in receiving feedback, including preparing mentally and emotionally to embrace performance evaluations.
• Strategies for both managers and employees to turn feedback into actionable plans for professional and personal development.

Social Media Handles:

• Subscribe and follow the Shedding the Corporate Bitch Podcast on all major podcast streaming services - https://pod.link/shedthecorporatebitch  and on YouTube for more insights on becoming a powerhouse leader - @ShedtheCorpBitchTV

Remember, performance reviews should not be a dreaded formality but an opportunity for growth, trust-building, and career development. Whether you're giving or receiving feedback, embrace the opportunity to learn and improve. For more tips and to schedule a coaching session, reach out to Bernadette Bowes for personalized strategies. Share this episode with colleagues to foster an environment of constructive feedback and professional growth.

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On a scale of 1-10 (being the highest), how self-aware are you? How good are you at being accountable and holding others accountable?

In today’s episode, I’m sharing 5 key steps you can take to become fully self-aware and accountable leaders for your people, business, and self and create the riches in your life you want. 

Topics discussed in this episode:

• Understanding what self-awareness and accountability really looks like
• Bernadette’s story of self-discovery
• The number one thing to accomplish in life - fully knowing YOU
• How to make changes within yourself and your surroundings
• The steps to become a powerhouse leader

If you have questions on how you can grow and advance in your leadership, career, and life, book a call with me at coachmebernadette.com/discoverycall, and let's talk!

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Have you dealt with inequity in pay, imposter syndrome, workplace bias, or simply, being overlooked for a promotion?

 Instead, would you prefer to have unapologetic confidence that will take you straight to the top?

 In this episode, leadership and conflict resolution expert, Dr. Patricia K Suggs with ARISE Leadership Consulting, will share strategies and tips for ditching the need to climb the ladder, and instead take a smooth elevator ride to the top by navigating bias, standing up for what you want, dealing with imposter syndrome, and dealing with conflict effectively with great compassion. 

As a leadership and conflict resolution expert, she has helpful tips on challenging bias head on, staying true to yourself, and more.

Patricia breaks down the skills that will help you address bias and seek out the right mentors. 

We also discuss the link between imposter syndrome and perfectionism, and how women can live in their confidence being unapologetically themselves. How freeing is that?

If you want to be an unapologetic leader, listen to this episode for the small steps that will get you there!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

• What unapologetic leadership looks like
• The bias women face in leadership roles
• Patricia’s advice to challenge bias
• The benefits of choosing the right mentors
• Why even capable leaders suffer from imposter syndrome
• Steps women can take to become an unapologetic leadership
  
  

Learn more about Dr. Patricia Suggs and her work at ARISE Leadership Consulting: https://ariseleadershipconsulting.com/

Have questions beyond our discussion about how to become an unpologetic powerhouse leader? Book a call with me and let’s talk! https://www.coachmebernadette.com/discoverycall

Connect with Bernadette:

https://www.sheddingthecorporatebitch.com 

https://www.facebook.com/shifttorich  

https://www.instagram.com/balloffirebernadette 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernadetteboas 

https://www.twitter.com/shedthebitch 

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When life gets crazy, it’s easy to feel like there’s never enough time to meet your goals and be the powerhouse leader you can be.p

But, why do some people make it look so easy to achieve their goals and get the work done, while many others don't.

Some reasons could be: (provided by Timeular.com

• According to American Psychological Association (APA), 20% of adults are chronic procrastinators
• Zippia’s study shows that 82% don’t use a time management system.
• Only 20% of people feel like they have their workload under control on a daily basis.

In this episode, I focus on tips, tools, and strategies that will elevate your own productivity and leadership skills, and that of your people. 

Whether your focus is on developing your people as your #1 asset or to improve a specific leadership skill, my tips and strategies are the guidance you need to set priorities, make intentional decisions as part of your daily routine, and get your team effectively pursuing and achieving the business goals set.

After listening, you’ll know how to define specific goals and measure your progress with my SMARTY goal method. And if you have a heavy workload, my Four D's Formula will help you run through your to-do list with focus, energy and confidence.

You'll also learn how to ensure you're building time for yourself into your calendar and life.

Tune in as I cover topics like time blocking, prioritization, goal setting, and MORE!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

• The obstacle of time
• My tips for making your people a priority
• Applying my SMARTY Goal Method
• How to commit to your priorities
• Managing workload with my Four D’s Formula
• Efficient time blocking
• Setting expectations
  
  
  

What challenges are you and/or your team having when it comes to effectively managing time?  Book a call with me and let’s talk! https://www.coachmebernadette.com/discoverycall

Download my eBook, The 3 ‘Must-Have’ Myths for Success, here: https://www.balloffirecoaching.com

Connect with me here:

https://www.sheddingthecorporatebitch.com 

https://www.facebook.com/shifttorich  

https://www.instagram.com/balloffirebernadette 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernadetteboas 

https://www.twitter.com/shedthebitch 

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If you believe achieving your goals will make you happy, then you’re thinking about happiness wrong. In fact, happiness is what will make you successful.

Like all of us, Grace Ueng of Savvy Growth has experienced tough times and pain, but she’s dedicated time to learn how to find happiness and thrive even in those dark moments. I invited her on the show today to share one of the strategies she uses to find joy in her work: taking a pause.

During this episode, we discuss the benefits of a happy work culture, and what she’s learned from positive psychology and experts in psychological safety. Grace also has tons of tips that will help you become self-aware, find happiness, fight burnout, and help your team succeed.

Grace and I have an insightful conversation on the ROI of happiness, so tune in to learn more and apply these concepts to your role as a leader!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Going from a corporate career to coaching
• The biggest challenges facing ambitious leaders
• Why happiness in the workplace brings ROI
• What it looks like to “pause” as a leader
• Qualities of an enlightened, powerhouse leader
• How psychological safety benefits teams
• Taking a pause to find happiness
• Grace’s #1 tip to be happy and flourish

Check out Grace Ueng’s company, Savvy Growth: chttps://savvygrowth.com/

Connect with Grace Ueng on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/savvygrace/

Sign up for Grace’s Happiness and Leadership Community on LinkedIn: https://tiny.cc/happinessnewsletter

Books mentioned in this episode:

The Fearless Organization: Creating Psychological Safety in the Workplace for Learning, Innovation, and Growth by Amy Edmondson

From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life by Arthur C. Brooks

Learn more about Google’s Project Aristotle: https://rework.withgoogle.com/print/guides/5721312655835136/

What are the challenges you or your team is having is pausing and taking care of yourself so you are the powerhouse you're meant to be?  BOOK A CALL with me and let's talk! https://www.coachmebernadette.com/discoverycall

Download my eBook, The 3 ‘Must-Have’ Myths for Success, here: https://www.balloffirecoaching.com

Connect with Bernadette:

https://www.sheddingthecorporatebitch.com 

https://www.facebook.com/shifttorich  

https://www.instagram.com/balloffirebernadette 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernadetteboas 

https://www.twitter.com/shedthebitch 

This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique http://www.podcastboutique.com

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Mother’s Day has always been a special time for me and with my clients at Ball of Fire Coaching. 

For many years, for Mother's Day week, my mother and 5 sisters, 4 of whom are moms, would celebrate  during our annual trip to the beach.

This year is no different, as we are back there, and investing even more time for the many kick-ass working moms out there, who are seeking new ways to rejvenate and take care of themselves.

In this episode, you’ll hear my key strategies for embodying the powerhouse woman you already are while focusing on your physical health, renewing interest in an old hobby, or taking action to care for yourself with the end goal of increasing your happiness and growth.

Tune in to celebrate Mother’s Day by putting the focus on YOU and your dreams!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

●      The meaning of Mother’s Day

●      Why moms need to set goals and find their passion

●      My methodology for creating personal goals

●      The purpose of self-care and how to practice it

●      My 5-step process for growth and reaching goals

●      Blending versus balance

Have questions beyond our discussion about how to become a powerhouse leader? Book a call with me and let’s talk! https://www.coachmebernadette.com/discoverycall

Connect with Bernadette: 

https://www.sheddingthecorporatebitch.com 

https://www.facebook.com/shifttorich  

https://www.instagram.com/balloffirebernadette 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernadetteboas 

https://www.twitter.com/shedthebitch 

This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique http://www.podcastboutique.com

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Even powerhouse leaders have an inner critic, so it’s crucial to learn ways to combat negative self-talk and build confidence not only professionally but personally as well.

Dina Scippa of Enough Labs is joining me on this episode to talk about the power of believing you are enough and “failing forward.” 

Inspired by her own struggles with confidence and disillusionment with leaders in her field, she founded Enough Labs to help women regain their confidence and advocate for themselves in their professional and personal life. 

This episode will inspire you to unlearn the rules and expectations that may be holding you back, take charge of your own story and become the leader you want to be.

If you want to drop your insecurities and start living life by your own rules, this episode is for you!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

●      How Dina’s early experiences informed her career and confidence

●      The inspiration to found Enough Labs

●      What imposter syndrome feels like and why we experience it

●      Imposter syndrome in senior leaders

●      Blind spots that hinder effective leadership

●      Dina’s coaching framework

●      How she helps clients overcome their inner critic

●      Setting your own rules as a leader

Learn more about Dina Scippa and Enough Labs here: https://enoughlabs.com/

 You can reach Dina at dina@enoughlabs.com

 Connect with Dina:

https://www.instagram.com/enoughlabs/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dina-scippa-founder-and-ceo-of-enough-labs-82b64a1a7

 
What are you struggling with when it comes to being a powerhouse leader? BOOK A CALL a call with me and let’s talk so you can get the tips, strategies, and techniques you can use today! https://www.coachmebernadette.com/discoverycall

Connect with Bernadette:

https://www.sheddingthecorporatebitch.com 

https://www.facebook.com/shifttorich  

https://www.instagram.com/balloffirebernadette 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernadetteboas 

https://www.twitter.com/shedthebitch 

This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique http://www.podcastboutique.com

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“One of the marks of true greatness is the ability to develop greatness in others.”

This quote by J. C. Macaulay inspired today’s episode on how encouragement leads to higher employee engagement and greater profitability. In just 20 minutes, I give helpful tips and easy practices that you can immediately put into action to motivate employees to work harder for themselves, but also the success of the organization.

Expect to learn the importance of authenticity, recognition of big and small wins, empathy, and more. My guidance to encourage your people to reach their full potential will build up those key leadership skills and enable you to achieve desired results.

If you want to bring the best out of your employees and inspire loyalty, this episode is for you!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Why encouragement is beneficial for leaders and their organization
• The crucial discovery process
• What affects employees’ performance
• The power of recognition and communication
• Putting my tips into action

Have questions beyond our discussion about how to become a powerhouse leader? Book a call with me and let’s talk! https://www.coachmebernadette.com/discoverycall

Download my eBook, The 3 ‘Must-Have’ Myths for Success, here: https://www.balloffirecoaching.com

Connect with Bernadette:

https://www.sheddingthecorporatebitch.com 

https://www.facebook.com/shifttorich  

https://www.instagram.com/balloffirebernadette 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernadetteboas 

https://www.twitter.com/shedthebitch 

This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique http://www.podcastboutique.com

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