Explore every episode of the podcast Communication Skills for Working Women Podcast:Effective Communication, Healthy Relationships, Direct Communication
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| 036 I How to Ask for Help Without Feeling Incompetent | 23 Feb 2026 | 00:26:13 | |
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Struggling to ask for help at work because you're afraid it'll make you look incompetent? You're not alone. In this episode, we break down why asking for help feels so vulnerable—and how to do it in ways that signal competence and initiative, not weakness. What You'll Learn
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| 035-1 l Women, Marginalization & Imposter Syndrome at Work | 18 Feb 2026 | 00:06:10 | |
In this short mid-drop episode, we continue to explore imposter syndrome—also known as the impostor phenomenon—and why it disproportionately impacts women, particularly those from marginalized communities. | |||
| 027 I 3 Tips on Getting Curious to Transform Your Anxious Conversations to Calm | 22 Dec 2025 | 00:14:15 | |
We kick off the episode with a powerful reminder: curiosity is the antidote to anxious communication. We talk about the truth that most misunderstandings don’t come from lack of love—but from lack of clarity. When you stop filling in the blanks with anxious assumptions and instead get curious, communication becomes gentler, easier, and more productive. We also share 3 tips that can change everything. Let Curiosity Lead! Until next time Think Clearly and Listen Bravely! We would love to connect with you.
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| 026 I How to Stop Overthinking During and After Conversations | 15 Dec 2025 | 00:21:32 | |
When you leave a conversation, how often do you replay every word in your head?” “Do you notice yourself planning what to say next instead of truly listening?” “What fear shows up when you think you ‘said the wrong thing’ or ‘looked awkward’?”
Today we’re breaking down the hidden fears and habits that fuel overthinking — so you can engage authentically without the anxiety or getting stuck in your own head.
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| 025 I How to Improve Your Ability to Receive Feedback | 08 Dec 2025 | 00:20:05 | |
When someone gives you feedback, what’s your first thought? Are you listening, or are you already defending yourself? Do you separate your sense of self from the feedback, or do you take it personally every time? What’s one thing you avoid doing when you receive feedback that could actually help you grow?” Today we’re sharing how to receive feedback effectively, so you can learn, grow, and stay grounded without getting anxious and defensive and maybe you can even build some connection.
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| 024 I How to Give Feedback Without Making It Awkward | 01 Dec 2025 | 00:27:26 | |
When was the last time you gave feedback and the other person reacted defensively? What might have been different if you had focused on behavior instead of character? Do you tend to hold back honest feedback to avoid conflict? How might that impact trust and growth in your relationships Today we’re sharing how to balance honesty with empathy so you can communicate your point without hurting the relationship. We would love to connect with you!
Until next time, speak clearly; listen bravely.
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| 023 I 3 Ways to Stay Open-Minded When You Totally Disagree | 24 Nov 2025 | 00:32:44 | |
How do you tend to treat people you disagree with — like opponents or as fellow humans with different experiences? When was the last time you shut down or tuned out during a disagreement — and what might’ve changed if you had paused to get curious instead
Today we’re sharing four practical tips for staying open-minded when you disagree — so you can keep calm, stay grounded, and actually hear what others are saying.
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| 022 I Feeling Anxious When You Talk? 2 Ways to Calm Conversation Anxiety | 17 Nov 2025 | 00:17:01 | |
When you feel anxious in a conversation, what are you doing or not doing that fuels that anxiety? What fear shows up when you imagine saying the ‘wrong thing’? If you let go of needing to be perfect, what could change in how you participate? Today we’re sharing how to manage anxiety during conversations; so you can stay calm, present, and speak with confidence. We’re breaking down the hidden beliefs and commitments that fuel conversation anxiety so you can participate authentically without getting stuck in your head. Connect with Us:
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| 021 I How to Communicate Effectively Across Generations: 3 Practical Tips | 10 Nov 2025 | 00:21:52 | |
Ever feel anxious when you are communicating with someone older or younger than you? Do you feel nervous when someone from another generation has strong views that differ from yours? When was the last time you assumed someone’s perspective was ‘wrong’ just because of their age — and how might that assumption have affected your conversation? Do you find yourself sticking rigidly to your preferred communication style — and how could adapting to someone from another generation improve the outcome? Today we’re sharing practical strategies for communicating effectively across generations at home and at work — so you can reduce misunderstandings and manage conflict.
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| 020 I Privilege and Presence: 4 tips for Communicating Across Differences at Work | 03 Nov 2025 | 00:29:47 | |
When have you noticed power or privilege shaping who gets heard or who stays silent in your workplace or relationships? How do you respond internally when someone brings up privilege do you feel open, defensive, curious, or uncertain? What’s one small way you could use your position, experience, or voice to create more space for others in everyday conversations? You’ll learn four practical ways to bring awareness and empathy into conversations shaped by power or difference. This episode helps you move from defensiveness to dialogue so you can lead, listen, and communicate with deeper presence and authenticity.
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| 019 I 4 Polite Ways to Respond When It’s None of Their Business | 27 Oct 2025 | 00:25:45 | |
Ever had someone ask a question that’s just… a little too personal? Oh yes. And then you freeze—do you answer, change the subject, or lie about it? Today, we’re giving you 4 simple, polite responses you can use to protect your privacy without offending anyone. And we’ll walk through our 6-step communication framework to help you set boundaries with clarity and kindness.
We are sharing ways to respond when someone asks a question that was too personal, or you just don’t want to share. Ruth I Your Speech Strategist - you can find her on IG @becomethatspeaker Connect with us!
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| 018 I How to End Conversations Without being Awkward: Exit Gracefully | 20 Oct 2025 | 00:21:15 | |
Ever find yourself stuck in a conversation thinking, “How do I get out of this?” You’re nodding politely, but inside you’re panicking. Today, we’re talking about how to end conversations gracefully. We’ll share insights to help you leave conversations kindly, clearly, and confidently. In this episode we take you through our 6 step communication skills process. You’ll identify your goal around ending conversations, explore your hidden commitments, and learn some skills to apply! Connect with us!
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| 035 I Confidence When You’re New : Ways to Tackle Imposter Syndrome | 16 Feb 2026 | 00:16:18 | |
Connect with us at Communication Skills for Working Women on Facebook Starting a new job can trigger anxiety, worry, and self-doubt—even when you’re capable and prepared. In this episode, we explore why imposter syndrome is so common early in your career and how it quietly shapes the way you communicate at work. Using the Immunity to Change framework, we unpack the hidden fears and assumptions that keep you silent and share practical, low-pressure ways to speak with confidence while you’re still learning. In this episode, you’ll learn:
This episode is for women who want to communicate with credibility, trust themselves more at work, and stop letting self-doubt run the conversation. | |||
| 017 I From Stuck to Clear: A 6-Step Path to Better Conversations and Stronger Relationships | 13 Oct 2025 | 00:15:38 | |
Have you ever set a communication goal—maybe to speak up in meetings, set a clear boundary, or have a tough conversation—only to find yourself stuck repeating the same patterns? In this episode, we’ll walk through a 6-step framework to uncover the hidden commitments and big assumptions keeping you from real change. By the end, you’ll have a practical way to test those assumptions and move forward with clarity and courage. Connect with us!
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| 016 I Struggling to Make Friends as an Adult? : 3 tips every professional woman should know | 06 Oct 2025 | 00:27:30 | |
Apply for our Communication Skills Beta Workshop HERE . See you soon! Why does making—and keeping—friends as an adult feel so much harder than it used to, and what if it’s not about you at all—but about how adult friendships actually form? We’re sharing the 3 rules of adult friendship—proximity, time, and seasons of life— so you can stop feeling like you’re failing at friendship and start building connections that feel real and sustainable. Connect with us! This podcast is designed to help you do just that. Each week, we share practical, communication skills you can apply right away, at work, at home, and in the relationships that matter most. 🎧 Hit play to learn a new skill you can start using today. Ready to dive deeper? ✨ Join our BETA Communication Skills Workshop: Apply Here ✨ Follow us on Instagram: @CommunicationSkillsforWomen ✨ Visit us at: communicateconnectthrive.com ✨ Email us: communicationskillsforwomen@gmail.com ✨ Join Our BETA Communication Skills Workshop ✨ Happening Tuesdays: October 21, 28 ⏰ 6:00pm MT | 8:00pm ET OR Saturday: November 1, 8 ⏰ 9:00am MT | 11:00am ET Across 2 live, 50-minute sessions, we’ll cover:
Spots are limited — save yours today! 👉 Apply Here We’re Elizabeth and Rosemay, women, mothers, spouses, friends. Rosemay is a therapist and current PhD candidate, and Elizabeth is a facilitator and coach. Over the last 20 years, we’ve lived, worked, and studied across different industries and cultures, and one thing has become clear: there’s no substitute for communication. Skill gaps can be fixed, connection is a basic human need, and when you learn to communicate with clarity, you can truly thrive. We look forward to meeting you! | |||
| 015 I Small Talk that Doesn’t Feel Fake : 3 hacks to lower your anxiety | 29 Sep 2025 | 00:17:44 | |
Here’s the thing: we can’t avoid small talk. It’s in the office, on the sidelines at soccer games, at the grocery store… everywhere. But it doesn’t have to feel draining or fake. In fact, it can be a doorway to deeper connection. Let’s hop back to our conversation. In today’s episode, we’re breaking down how to skip the fluff and start connecting in a way that actually feels good. https://www.scienceofpeople.com/training/#books Connect with us! Here’s a link for Vanessa’s book: https://www.scienceofpeople.com/training/#books
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| 014 I Apologies that Actually Heal Relationships (What makes an apology real—and how to apologize without excuses) | 22 Sep 2025 | 00:25:49 | |
How did an empty apology—like ‘I’m sorry you feel that way’—make you feel in the past? Did it build trust, or erode it? In this episode, we are sharing (In this episode, we are sharing what makes an apology truly healing—and the common traps that can make it fall flat- so you can repair trust at home and at work.
Here’s what makes an apology real
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| 013 I Communicating After Violence: 4 Mental Health Tips for Coping | 15 Sep 2025 | 00:55:38 | |
What do you do when personal or world events become consuming and negatively affect your day to day? In this episode, we share our experience of this last week (9/8/2025-9/13/2025), the anniversary of 9/11 and the shooting on the Utah Valley University campus along with a guide to coping with difficult events so you can develop skills to cope. Coping with Difficult Events PDF 5 ways to deal with anniversary reactions
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| 012 I Identify your values in less than 20 minutes | 08 Sep 2025 | 00:16:11 | |
Which moments in your life have made you feel deeply proud, and what do they reveal about what truly matters to you? Are the values you live by today truly yours, or ones you’ve inherited without questioning In this episode, We’re sharing ways to recognize your core values, so you can communicate in ways that honor what’s important to you. https://www.think2perform.com/values/ https://personalvalu.es/core-values-list Connect with us!
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| 011 I Meet Your Hosts + 2 Communication Tips You Can Use Today | 01 Sep 2025 | 00:33:33 | |
Welcome to Communication Skills for Working Women! Today, you’ll get to know us, your hosts, and hear why we started this podcast. We’re sharing real stories, some challenges we’ve faced, and even a few communication tips you can use. Whether you struggle to speak up in meetings or just want to express yourself more clearly at work this show is for you. Michelle Obama interview: 'We go high': Michelle Obama talks childhood, life after White House Connect with us!
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| 010 I Avoid Misunderstandings: Define What You Mean | 25 Aug 2025 | 00:23:33 | |
Have you ever had a conversation where it felt like you were saying the same words, but speaking two different languages? In today’s episode, we’re unpacking why definitions matter in effective communication—and how not clarifying them could be killing your conversations before they even begin. We will also be taking 3 words from our listeners and sharing our definitions!
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| 009 I Working with People You Don't Connect With : 5 Practical Tips | 18 Aug 2025 | 00:19:31 | |
Connection is great but not necessary when we are working together! Even if we want it to be there - it doesn’t have to be to still be productive. In this episode we share some stories and 5 easy steps you can immediately implement when you are working with someone and the connection just isn’t there.
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| 008 I Negative Thoughts and What to Do With Them During a Conversation | 11 Aug 2025 | 00:17:11 | |
Negative thoughts, they show up at some of the most inconvenient times, like in the middle of important conversations and are sometimes hard to recover from, or move past! In this episode we will give you 4 tactical tools to address those thoughts when they show up.
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| 034 I 4 Ways to Check in on Quiet Friends Without Overthinking It | 09 Feb 2026 | 00:12:23 | |
Reaching out to a quiet or withdrawn friend seems simple but for many of us, it feels surprisingly hard. In this episode, we explore why caring deeply doesn’t always translate into action, and how a maladaptive internal process can quietly keep us from making meaningful connection. In this episode, we unpack the fears, assumptions, and protective strategies that stop us from reaching out and offer practical, low-pressure ways to show up for the people we care about. This episode is for anyone who has thought, “I should check on them,” and then talked themselves out of it. In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
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| 007 I How to Replace Judgment With Curiosity in Hard Conversations | 04 Aug 2025 | 00:26:13 | |
Have you ever been in the middle of a conversation and you find yourself judging the other person. This judgment (spoken or thought) can shut down conversations, connection and growth quickly. AND it shows up, because we are humans and sometimes we judge others. So, what do we do? How do we move judgment to curiosity?
In this episode we we offer some mental shifts, questions to produce curiosity and mindset tools. You’ll walk away knowing how to move from judgment to curiosity in your next conversation.
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| 006 I 3 Clarifying Questions to Improve Communication in Relationships That Matter Most | 28 Jul 2025 | 00:20:05 | |
We share language shifts, mindset tools, and a real-life story that shows how curiosity can reduce conflict, preserve connection, and help you communicate your needs without shutting down or escalating.
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| 005 I 3 Levels of Listening and How to Use Each One | 21 Jul 2025 | 00:18:01 | |
In this episode, we break down the three levels of listening: listening to speak, listening to understand, and listening for meaning. We share real-life examples, from support groups to high school reunions, showing how each level shapes connection and conversation. You’ll leave knowing how to move from waiting for your turn to talk to truly hearing what’s said—and what isn’t.
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| 004 I Want to Be Heard at Work? Try These 3 Communication Shifts | 12 Jul 2025 | 00:15:47 | |
In this episode, we explore simple but powerful ways to strengthen your communication at work. We cover how using pauses signals confidence and keeps you from filling silence with “um,” how the Bottom Line Up Front method helps you lead with clarity, and how shifting from over-apologizing to gratitude keeps your tone positive and authoritative. These small shifts help you communicate with more ease, respect others’ time, and maintain your presence in every conversation.
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| 001 I Feelings Aren't Facts! | 04 Jul 2025 | 00:21:28 | |
How many times have you acted purely on feelings, only to realize later that those feelings weren't reflecting reality?
In this episode we recognize that feelings are not facts and share 3 steps to take when those feelings do feel like facts.
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| 002 I Direct Communication: Why being direct isn’t rude—it’s essential Pt. 1 | 03 Jul 2025 | 00:15:39 | |
How often do you bite your tongue to keep the peace — and who benefits when you stay silent
In this episode, we are sharing why being direct isn’t rude…it’s essential. We also share applicable examples of how to shift your communication immediately. Instead of saying, “Well, I’m not sure if you’re free or anything, but maybe if you want we could hang out…” You could say, “Hey, I’d really like to see you. Are you available Thursday evening?”
Make sure to also catch Episode 3 - the second part of understanding why direct conversations are important to connecting with those that matter most to us.
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| 003 I Direct Communication: Why being direct isn’t rude—it’s essential Pt 2 | 03 Jul 2025 | 00:18:50 | |
Still struggling thinking being direct is rude? Or trying to figure out how to clearly share a message without being forceful.
Today we dive into more skill development around how being direct is kind. Get Clear on Your Message Speak Simply and Honestly Deliver with Respect It is worth moving through the discomfort to be direct, respectful and kind!
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| 033 I The Power and Risk of Getting Clear in Hard Conversations | 02 Feb 2026 | 00:17:29 | |
An unscripted conversation about what happens when “tell me more” doesn’t lead to understanding but instead reveals pain, anger, and the limits of curiosity as well as how that insight can actually calm you. Ever try to get curious, ask questions, or say statements like “tell me more” and you are met with resistance or even anger? This can then increase your anxiety around conversations. In this episode we unpack a text message in real time - share our thoughts and insights - and leave you with some key take aways around tone, awareness and efforts in communication. Join us for this real conversation! Interested in Coaching? Reach out here. Discussed Resources: Episode 027: 3 Tips on getting curious to transform your anxious conversations to calm
Quick Explanation of the ‘Wise Mind’ (AI) Wise Mind is a core concept in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) representing the integration of your Emotional Mind (driven by feelings) and your Reasonable Mind (driven by logic and facts) to achieve balanced, intuitive, and effective decisions and actions, acting as a middle path or inner wisdom. It combines emotional awareness with rational thinking, allowing you to respond to situations with both clarity and compassion, leading to healthier choices and a life worth living. | |||
| 032 I Communication Conflicts at Work & Why Good Intentions Make Them Worse | 26 Jan 2026 | 00:23:39 | |
https://communicateconnectthrive.com/ Difficult conversations about discrimination, inequity, and exclusion often escalate not because of bad intentions, but because they activate deep internal protection systems. In this episode, we help listeners understand:
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If you’re navigating difficult conversations around equity and belonging, you’re not failing you’re developing. Connection grows when we slow down enough to examine what’s happening inside. | |||
| 031 I Neurodiversity at Work: Communication Shifts That Change Everything | 19 Jan 2026 | 00:22:31 | |
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Neurodiversity at Work: Communication Shifts That Change Everything
Neurodiversity isn’t a trend or a deficit, it’s a fact of human variation. In this episode, we examine how neurotypical assumptions shape workplaces, families, and relationships and why good intentions alone aren’t enough to create access. Rather than focusing on how neurodivergent people should adapt, this episode explores what neurotypical people can shift internally and systemically to support real inclusion. In This Episode:
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| 030 I Asking for a Raise or Anything Else You Need at Work | 12 Jan 2026 | 00:19:10 | |
When was the last time you avoided asking for something you needed at work and what fear was really driving that avoidance? Do you find yourself waiting for someone to notice your value instead of advocating for yourself and what might that silence be costing you? What would change if you believed that asking for fair compensation was professional and appropriate, not greedy or entitled? Today we're sharing how to confidently ask for a raise (or any other need at work) so you can overcome hidden fears and advocate for yourself effectively. What you'll learn:
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| 029 I Say it Clearly. Resetting Your Voice for the New Year | 05 Jan 2026 | 00:19:56 | |
In this episode of the Communication Skills for Working Women Podcast, we explore why clear communication isn’t just a skill issue—it’s often driven by hidden fears and internal protection systems. We guide you through a practical, compassionate process to understand what’s really getting in the way of speaking clearly and confidently at work. You’ll learn how well-intentioned habits like self-editing, rehearsing, and monitoring how you’re perceived are often strategies designed to protect belonging, approval, and safety. Rather than forcing yourself to “be bolder,” this episode shows you how to practice clarity in a way that feels grounded, authentic, and sustainable. Connect With Us:
If this episode supported you, please leave a review and share it with another working woman who wants to communicate clearly and confidently in the new year. Until next time— Speak clearly, and listen bravely. | |||
| 028 I Leaving Anxiety Behind and Moving Forward with Stronger Communication | 29 Dec 2025 | 00:17:39 | |
As the year comes to a close, this episode of the Communication Skills for Working Women Podcast invites you into a thoughtful year-end reflection focused on communication, emotional well-being, connection, and personal growth. In this episode, we walk through a powerful and practical reflection exercise centered on what to leave behind and what to take forward into the new year. This process can be used in your personal life, workplace, leadership teams, families, and relationships to create clarity, closure, and renewed confidence. We discuss how habits like taking offense, hiding, shame, anxiety, and disconnection can quietly undermine communication at work and at home—and how intentionally releasing them can open the door to calm, curiosity, creativity, and stronger relationships. You’ll hear personal stories and real-life examples that demonstrate how curiosity instead of offense, and reflection instead of reactivity, can transform communication and help working women thrive emotionally, relationally, and professionally. This episode also marks the closing of a chapter for the podcast and gently introduces the transition into a new season and direction ahead. The end of the year is an opportunity to honor both the good and the difficult experiences—and to decide what you will carry forward. By letting go of anxiety and offense and choosing curiosity, reflection, and connection, you create space to communicate clearly, connect deeply, and thrive in the year ahead.
If this episode resonated with you, please leave a review and share it with another working woman who wants to strengthen her communication skills and relationships. | |||
| 036-1 | When the Ask Lands Wrong: How to Ask for Help at Work (Timing & Repair Matter) | 25 Feb 2026 | 00:07:11 | |
We'd love to connect with you in the Facebook group: Communication Skills for Working Women You asked for help. You thought you were clear. And it landed… wrong. The tone shifted. The energy changed. Now you’re wondering if you just made yourself look incompetent. In this short solo episode of Communication Skills for Working Women, we talk about what to do when your ask doesn’t go the way you expected. Because sometimes it’s not incompetence. Sometimes it’s timing. Sometimes it’s stress. Sometimes it’s context you can’t see. And repair is part of professional communication. In This Episode You’ll Learn:
1. Show Your Work Before You Ask “I’ve tried A and B and I’m not getting the result I need. Can you help me understand what I’m missing?” Signals effort. Protects credibility. Invites collaboration. 2. Frame the Ask Around Impact, Not Your Limitation Shift from “I’m confused” to “I want to make sure we get this right.” Leaders respond to outcomes. 3. Ask to Learn the System, Not Just Fix the Moment “I’d love to understand your process so I can handle this independently going forward.” Shows ownership and long-term thinking. 4. Name the Gap Without Apologizing for It “I don’t have visibility into X yet. Can you walk me through it?” Neutral. Clear. Direct. The Real TakeawayIf your first ask lands wrong, that does not mean you are incompetent. You are allowed to:
Asking for help is not a one-shot performance. It’s an experiment. And capable professionals don’t grow by struggling silently — they grow by asking strategically.
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| 042 -1 I Get Curious : Feelings aren't Facts they are Information | 08 Apr 2026 | 00:03:33 | |
Quick story about life and how curiosity helps us navigate our feelings. | |||
| 042 I Feelings Aren’t Facts: How to Stop Letting Emotions Control Your Communication | 06 Apr 2026 | 00:20:16 | |
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Homework: Practice acknowledging emotions and reframing thoughts in real-time situations. | |||
| 37 -1 I Power and Dynamics: Why Micoraggressions from Other Women Hurt | 04 Mar 2026 | 00:06:32 | |
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Inclusive cultures aren’t built by accident. They’re built when individuals become conscious of how power moves — and choose to move differently. Diversity isn’t just about representation. It’s about how we distribute voice, validation, and opportunity. When women move from scarcity to solidarity, workplaces change. We would love to connect with you.
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| 037 I Why Microaggressions from women hurt more at work - And how to respond | 02 Mar 2026 | 00:28:03 | |
Microaggressions between women in the workplace are often subtle, confusing, and deeply invalidating. In this episode, we explore why they hurt more when they come from another woman—and how to respond with clarity, boundaries, and self-trust. In This Episode, We Cover:
Key Takeaway: You don’t need to prove harm to protect yourself. Trusting your experience is enough. We would love to connect with you.
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| 41-1l Managing the Emotions After You Speak Up | 02 Apr 2026 | 00:06:40 | |
Speaking up in high-stakes situations can be exhilarating—and exhausting. In this follow-up mini episode, we explore what happens after you share your voice, especially when you’re in a room where your identity or perspective feels hyper-visible. You’ll learn how to:
If you’ve ever replayed a conversation in your head, felt post-speaking anxiety, or worried about how your words landed, this episode gives practical tools to stay grounded, resilient, and on your own side. Tip: Speaking up is a skill, and managing the aftermath is just as important as the act itself. Use these strategies to turn post-speech anxiety into self-support. | |||
| 041 I Speaking with Confidence When You Are the Only One | 30 Mar 2026 | 00:20:26 | |
Let's connect on Facebook! Communication Skills for Working Women Episode Overview Being the only one in the room by gender, background, experience, or identity can amplify anxiety and silence your voice. In this episode, we explore why hyper-visibility makes communication feel risky and how to speak with confidence without carrying the burden of representation. In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
This episode is for anyone who has ever thought, “If I mess up, it means more.” | |||
| 040-1 I It's Hard to Respect Someone You Don't Agree With - Here's How to Do It Anyway | 25 Mar 2026 | 00:04:11 | |
Communication Skills for Working Women - Facebook Group Value the individual even when you don't value their values. People matter, they are important and so are you. Take a deep breath and choose to be the person you want to be, the one that makes you proud, the one 'that fits'. Interested in Coaching? Message us on our Facebook page linked above! | |||
| 040 I When Your Values Don’t Match Theirs: Navigating Conversations With Friends and Family | 23 Mar 2026 | 00:22:11 | |
Let's connect on Facebook! Communication Skills for Working Women When Your Values Don’t Match Theirs: Navigating Conversations With Friends and Family Sometimes the people that matter most to us don't feel the same way we do about things that are really important. Rose and Elizabeth go off script and talk through real life. Join us as we work through experiences that caused anxiety, challenged relationships, and helped develop their character. This work is not about perfection. It’s about telling the truth and letting that truth guide you forward. | |||
| 39-1 I How to take back your power | 18 Mar 2026 | 00:08:16 | |
In this midweek drop, we explore how to stay grounded in your sense of agency at work—even when the world outside feels overwhelming. When stress is high, everyday workplace dynamics can start to feel intense, urgent, or even threatening. This episode breaks down how to move through those moments with more clarity, steadiness, and self-trust. We talk about the difference between power and pressure, why your nervous system may be reacting to more than just what’s happening at work, and how to reclaim small, meaningful moments of choice throughout your day. | |||
| 039 I Navigating Power without Panic | 16 Mar 2026 | 00:15:52 | |
Let's connect on Facebook! Communication Skills for Working Women Episode Overview Communicating with managers and senior colleagues can trigger anxiety, over-explaining, or avoidance especially early in your career. In this episode, we explore why power dynamics activate fear and how to communicate upward with clarity, confidence, and self-trust. In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
This episode is for anyone who has ever thought, “One wrong move could cost me.” | |||
| 038 - 1 I Feeling Evaluated (Judged) in Meetings? 3 Ways to Stay Calm and Communicate Clearly | 11 Mar 2026 | 00:07:11 | |
In this episode you’ll learn:
• Why feeling evaluated at work can trigger anxiety—even for experienced professionals • The simple attention shift that helps you regain confidence in meetings • How a quick pause and breath can reset your nervous system • Why having a clear communication goal makes meetings easier to lead • How staying flexible can improve collaboration and outcomes Key takeawayWhen you feel evaluated, your attention often turns inward. But strong communication happens when you return your focus to the purpose of the conversation. Try this in your next meeting
You are doing better than you think. Speak clearly. And listen bravely. | |||
| 038 I Managing Anxiety While You are Being Evaluated | 09 Mar 2026 | 00:25:36 | |
Let's connect on Facebook! Communication Skills for Working Women Episode Overview Receiving feedback can feel overwhelming—especially early in your career, when imposter syndrome and worry are already loud. In this episode, we explore why feedback often triggers anxiety, over-personalization, and loss of confidence, and how to receive evaluation without letting it define your worth. In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
This episode is for anyone who has ever heard feedback and thought, “This proves I don’t belong.” | |||