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How to Get What You Want

How to Get What You Want

Susie Tomenchok

Business
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Education

Frequency: 1 episode/7d. Total Eps: 125

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Your career isn’t built by waiting for someone to notice your value. It’s built by learning how to advocate for yourself with confidence.

You’ve been told your work will speak for itself. Yet despite doing everything asked of you—and more—you’re still feeling overlooked and uncertain about your next step. Leadership isn’t just about managing a team; it’s navigating the complexities of internal relationships and consistently advocating for your growth.

On Get What You Want, Susie Tomenchok is your silent partner, empowering you with the mindset and tools to negotiate your career—and life—with intention.


Unlike podcasts that focus on climbing the ladder or hustle culture, this show is for women who want to own their careers authentically. You’ll learn practical strategies for everyday negotiations, from asking for what you deserve to confidently handling tough conversations. Because negotiation isn’t just for raises or promotions—it’s how you navigate every opportunity in your career and beyond.

Susie is a negotiation expert who understands the challenges of being in a male-dominated industry and the struggles women face when advocating for themselves. She’s helped countless professionals unlock their potential and will show you how to do the same.

If you’re ready to stop waiting for your career to happen to you and start creating the opportunities you want, hit follow and join Susie each week to build your confidence, advocate for yourself, and finally Get What You Want.

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Don’t Just Show Up in Meetings—Be Seen!

Episode 126

mardi 4 février 2025 • Duration 24:20

Are you just showing up to meetings, or are you making sure you're seen? Hard work alone won’t get you noticed—you have to be intentional about visibility. In this episode, I’ll break down how to step into the spotlight, build influence, and ensure your contributions are recognized. From small tweaks in meetings to major mindset shifts, I’ll show you how to stand out in a way that feels authentic and natural. Let’s get you from invisible to impactful.

In this episode, I'll cover:
1. The difference between showing up and truly being seen.
2. Simple strategies to increase visibility and influence in meetings.
3. How to confidently advocate for yourself and your team.

The Negotiator's Toolbox is now available!
Get $100 off when you use code TOOLBOX at www.negotiationlove.com

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Why Smart Women Miss Opportunities—And How to Stop

Episode 125

mardi 28 janvier 2025 • Duration 23:43

Have you ever talked yourself out of an opportunity because you didn’t feel ready? You’re not alone—smart women often hold back, waiting for perfection, while others leap ahead. In this episode, I’ll challenge the myth of needing to be 100% prepared and share why saying 'yes' before you’re ready can transform your career. With real stories and my tips, you'll learn how to shift your mindset, focus on your unique value, and embrace growth through discomfort.

In this episode, I'll cover:
1. How to recognize when fear and self-doubt are holding you back.
2. Why focusing on your unique value is key to unlocking opportunities.
3. The power of saying “yes” before you feel ready.

The Negotiator's Toolbox is now available!
Get $100 off when you use code TOOLBOX at www.negotiationlove.com

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Bridging Communication Gaps for Leaders with Charlotte Blair

Episode 116

mardi 26 novembre 2024 • Duration 25:44

Do you ever feel like your team just doesn’t “get it”? In this episode, I sit down with Gallup-certified strengths coach Charlotte Blair to unravel the secrets of effective leadership communication. Charlotte shares how clarity, curiosity, and strengths-based coaching can transform workplace dynamics and foster trust. From practical delegation frameworks to listening techniques, you’ll walk away with actionable tips to level up your leadership game. Don’t miss this chance to boost your confidence, improve your team’s performance, and build a foundation of trust!

In this episode, we talk about the following:
1. The importance of clear communication and setting expectations in leadership and negotiation.
2. Using strengths-based coaching to enhance team performance and trust.
3. Practical tools and tips for leaders to improve delegation and build deeper connections with their teams.

Connect with Charlotte:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlotteblair/
http://www.charlotteblair.com.au

The Negotiator's Toolbox is now available!
Get $100 off when you use code TOOLBOX at www.negotiationlove.com

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Ready to continue your professional growth?
Here are a few resources for you:


The power of saying no with a smile with Regina Hutchinson

Episode 26

mardi 7 mars 2023 • Duration 29:15

Regina Hutchinson, Executive Coach, Human Resources Consultant, and Transformation Leader, joins us today to share all about her experiences, and how she managed to handle having a family and being successful in her career.

Tune in to get inspired by this interesting conversation, and learn new ways to advocate for yourself along the way. Regina's story doesn't stop amazing me. She’s such a wonderful friend of mine and I’m sure you’ll have some great takeaways from all her wisdom in today’s episode.

A look at what we talked about:
[00:01:43] Meet Regina Hutchinson.
[00:03:33] Regina’s ability to say no with a smile.
[00:05:36] The type of leader Regina is.
[00:06:52] Working on being heard.
[00:09:24] Juggling motherhood, marriage, and business.
[00:12:00] Techniques when people need to manage up.
[00:16:42] Focusing on the shared goal.
[00:17:50] How Regina advocates for herself.
[00:21:10] Things Regina feels proud of in her career.
[00:24:00] Regina’s perspective of leverage.

Connect with Regina
https://www.linkedin.com/in/reginahutchinson/

The Negotiator's Toolbox is now available!
Get $100 off when you use code TOOLBOX at www.negotiationlove.com

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Ready to continue your professional growth?
Here are a few resources for you:


Avoid a negotiation-hangover

Episode 25

mardi 28 février 2023 • Duration 11:43

Have you ever gotten a promotion, and felt like you could have asked for a higher compensation but didn't? Well, today I’m sharing this real-life story from one of my clients where he asked for more, despite being told many reasons why getting more wasn't possible.

It is so important to understand what our value is to be able to have confidence and advocate for ourselves. People so often settle down for things that aren’t really fair, and then end up getting more responsibilities and not enough compensation, these are the moments when you should stand up for yourself and ask for what you deserve.

A look at what I talked about:
[00:01:10] Asking for more when you get a promotion.
[00:01:25] One of my client’s stories.
[00:03:20] The reasons why you should get more.
[00:04:00] Using their arguments to your advantage.
[00:05:30] Don’t settle for the first thing they offer.
[00:06:02] Understanding your value and advocating for yourself.
[00:07:00] The feelings when you stand up for yourself.
[00:07:51] The key of negotiation - aha moment.
[00:08:44] Walking away satisfied knowing you did all you could.

The Negotiator's Toolbox is now available!
Get $100 off when you use code TOOLBOX at www.negotiationlove.com

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Ready to continue your professional growth?
Here are a few resources for you:


Seeding your own opportunities

Episode 24

mardi 21 février 2023 • Duration 11:23

Let's talk about how important it is to be clear about what we want and where we’re going in business (and life for that matter!). When you know those things you feel confident enough to take on new challenges and opportunities.

Today I’m going to share one experience from earlier in my career that made me realize that opportunities belong to those who take advantage of them. It doesn't matter if you don't feel ready yet, go for it and figure it out later. Start being curious about what's happening around you, and don't forget to advocate for yourself.

A look at what I talked about:
[00:01:24] Being clear about where you’re going.
[00:02:45] Look at what others are getting and lead with curiosity.
[00:03:06] Remembering experiences in my career.
[00:04:40] Opportunities are gone if we don't take action.
[00:05:10] Change being jealous for being curious.
[00:06:24] Look around for opportunities.
[00:07:01] Ask your peers how they found their opportunities.
[00:07:40] Some advice to take away.
[00:08:20] Have an abundance mindset.
[00:09:00] Always say ‘yes’ and don’t assume ‘no’.

The Negotiator's Toolbox is now available!
Get $100 off when you use code TOOLBOX at www.negotiationlove.com

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Ready to continue your professional growth?
Here are a few resources for you:


Being your own advocate + practicing it everyday with Shabana Walker

Episode 23

mardi 14 février 2023 • Duration 31:03

Shabana Walker, Vice President of Customer Strategy for Tools, Technology, & Quality, is joining us today in this episode to share her experiences working in the telecommunications industry for over 17 years, during which she has had nine different roles.

Stay tuned for this interesting conversation where Shabana shares her career highlights and how she stood up for herself at her lowest moments, her experience as a leader, and her mindset to approach the opportunities she encountered along the way. I’m confident that you’ll find this conversation as inspiring as I did.

A look at what we talked about:
[00:01:48] Meet Shabana and her career highlights.
[00:03:00] Always saying yes to opportunities.
[00:05:16] Being grateful and doing your best.
[00:06:45] Strive for progress, not perfection.
[00:11:15] Be open and thankful for the feedback.
[00:12:32] The pivotal point for Shabana’s career.
[00:15:48] Shabana’s tools and practices as a leader.
[00:20:08] Going from boss to coach.
[00:20:52] Shabana’s lowest moment in her career.
[00:24:55] Have the courage to stand up for yourself.
[00:26:19] Shabana’s idea of leverage.

Connect with Shabana:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/shabanawalker/

The Negotiator's Toolbox is now available!
Get $100 off when you use code TOOLBOX at www.negotiationlove.com

_____________________________________________________

Ready to continue your professional growth?
Here are a few resources for you:


Understanding your value to create leverage

Episode 22

mardi 7 février 2023 • Duration 11:55

Let’s talk about what your value is, what you bring to the table, and why it is so important to acknowledge said value to create power and leverage for yourself.

Tune in to discover the three things you should be doing to help you out in this process of understanding your worth and uniqueness. It is time to finally shift your mindset and prevent that little voice in your head from telling you you’re not good enough to take on new opportunities.

A look at what I talk about:
[00:01:25] Understanding your value.
[00:02:20] The importance of celebrating your value.
[00:03:09] Find what our worth is and say it out loud.
[00:04:23] Value leads to leverage. Leverage is power.
[00:06:08] Be clear about what you want.
[00:06:25] Embody what you want so it becomes comfortable for you.
[00:07:37] Celebrate your value every day.
[00:09:30] Recognize how unique you are.

The Negotiator's Toolbox is now available!
Get $100 off when you use code TOOLBOX at www.negotiationlove.com

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Ready to continue your professional growth?
Here are a few resources for you:


3 keys to success

Episode 21

mardi 31 janvier 2023 • Duration 14:29

In today's episode I’ll be sharing 3 essential keys to success. You must first start with knowing how to signal your value by asking for things you deserve,  moving to assuming the role you want before you get it, and saying yes to opportunities even if you don’t feel ready yet!

Tune in and listen to the lessons I’ve learned from my peer "Dan", and I have to say, he has taught me a lot! I want to share with you one of the most important things I learned from him, which is asking for want you want or need and avoiding the path of least resistance. It is time to change things and start advocating for yourself, and I’m going to show you exactly how!

A look at what I talk about:
[00:01:13] My favorite character: Dan.
[00:03:24] The one thing Dan taught me.
[00:03:55] Becoming the path of least resistance.
[00:04:39] Asking for things that make you uneasy.
[00:05:45] How to signal your value.
[00:06:21] Notice what people around you are getting.
[00:07:30] Ask for more than what you want or ask more often.
[00:08:57] Assume the role that you want.
[00:10:23] Say yes, and then figure it out!
[00:11:56] Challenge yourself to do things differently.

The Negotiator's Toolbox is now available!
Get $100 off when you use code TOOLBOX at www.negotiationlove.com

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Ready to continue your professional growth?
Here are a few resources for you:


Thinking beyond yourself

Episode 20

mardi 24 janvier 2023 • Duration 13:05

I had this really interesting conversation with a good friend recently and I wanted to share some takeaways with you today during this solo episode! We were going about the fact that she is asked to do certain things at work that she’s not happy about and I asked her, what would she like to be doing. Her answer was, ‘I don’t know’.

How often do we find ourselves and others in the same position?

So I challenged her then and I challenge you now to do this exercise, to get clarity into what you want in your life! Ask 5 people in your workspace to tell you where they see you in the near future. Tune in as I walk you through the step-by-step of doing this challenge in the best way possible and what to do with those answers.

A look at what I talk about:
[00:02:42] Thinking bigger than yourself
[00:03:10] A challenge for my friend
[00:03:28] Reasons this a great idea
[00:04:37] How to do this challenge
[00:05:45] Someone to help think outside the box
[00:07:10] Brainstorm out loud with them
[00:08:08] Sit and just listen 
[00:10:02] Take the time to invest in yourself
[00:10:14] I challenge you to do this exercise!

The Negotiator's Toolbox is now available!
Get $100 off when you use code TOOLBOX at www.negotiationlove.com

_____________________________________________________

Ready to continue your professional growth?
Here are a few resources for you:


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