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You prepared and built up that conversation with your manager for days, maybe even weeks. And then... it doesn't deliver the closure you hoped. It didn’t go bad, but it feels like nothing was really resolved. In this episode, Melody names the invisible pattern behind this frustration – and why it has nothing to do with how well you prepared or what you said. 

What You’ll Discover:

• The 3-phase mental journey that happens before you even open your mouth (and why it sets you up for disappointment)
• The #1 shift to stop replaying conversations wondering what went wrong
• How to keep important topics alive over time without burning political capital or seeming difficult

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Are you constantly measuring yourself against everyone else at work? This constant comparison is exhausting. And according to today’s guest, Ruchika T. Malhotra, it's also sabotaging you. Ruchika is the author of Uncompete: Rejecting Competition to Unlock Success and joins Melody to share a radically different approach to success – one that doesn't require being obsessed with always being the best.

What You’ll Discover: 

• The invisible beliefs about competition draining your energy at work (and how to break free from them)
• How to handle colleagues who seem to get ahead by stepping over others
• Ways to advance your career without "sharp elbows" or playing political games that make you feel gross

About Ruchika 

Ruchika T. Malhotra is the founder of Candour, a global inclusion strategy firm that has worked with some of the world’s biggest organizations. A former business journalist, she is now a regular contributor to Harvard Business Review and her writing has appeared in The New York Times, Forbes, Bloomberg, The Seattle Times, and more. She is the author of Inclusion on Purpose: An Intersectional Approach to Creating a Culture of Belonging at Work and Uncompete: Rejecting Competition to Unlock Success.  https://www.ruchika.co/ 

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If you feel like a pushover at work – as if you set limits but people ignore your requests – this episode is for you. Melody breaks down the subtle ways you may be sending the message that your boundaries don’t matter, and how to start commanding the same respect you already give your boss, colleagues, and customers. 

What You’ll Discover:

• Why your teammate keeps dumping last-minute requests on you despite your obvious stress
• How to reset relationships that are testing you without seeming confrontational or difficult
• The framing that makes you look unprofessional instead of protecting your reputation
• The 2-second swap to avoid sounding defensive when pushing back on requests
• How to address disrespectful treatment even if you're worried about appearing oversensitive or causing conflict

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What happens when your greatest professional strengths become the very things that exhaust you? In this episode, Melody sits down with Elise, a graduate of the RESILIENT program, who shares her journey from taking leave for burnout after feeling trapped in cycles of overthinking and self-doubt to developing the confidence to take "imperfect action" and trust her instincts. 

What You’ll Discover: 

• How "procrast-learning" keeps you stuck in endless preparation mode instead of taking action
• The specific mantras Elise used to push through discomfort and take "imperfect action" in challenging situations
• How to dramatically shorten your preparation time for important conversations and presentations
• Ways to share incomplete thoughts and disagree with confidence in meetings without second-guessing yourself

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Accomplished professionals with decades of experience and impressive titles often find themselves trapped in a bizarre pattern: despite their proven competence, they regularly feel like scared children about to get in trouble at work. Melody explores this visceral reaction and how to rewire your response so you can show up with the confidence your experience has earned you. 

What You’ll Discover:

• Why a simple "Can we chat?" email from your boss can trigger the same physical response as facing your parents' disappointment as a child
• The hidden connection between being a "good kid" and struggling with executive presence decades later
• How this pattern shows up differently as you climb the corporate ladder - and why it gets worse, not better (if you’re not careful) 
• How to use this 7-letter word to pull yourself out of emotional panic and into logical reasoning
• The one minute technique that instantly calms your brain's fear center when you feel triggered 

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If you’ve ever felt like your personal style doesn’t match the professional you are – or want to – become, then this episode is for you. Joining me is Cassandra Sethi, founder of Next Level Wardrobe and the creator of the NLW Style System, which helps executives and entrepreneurs create stress-free, high-impact wardrobes that give you confidence and presence in any room. 

What You’ll Discover: 

• The embarrassing moment that made Melody fully revamp her personal brand 
• The exact steps to build a personal brand that feels authentic and leadership-ready
• Common mistakes you might be making when you try to look “executive”
• How decision fatigue shows up in your closet—and how to eliminate it

About Cassandra

Cassandra Sethi is the Founder of Next Level Wardrobe, a top-rated virtual and in-person personal styling service for professionals. With over 25 years of experience in the fashion industry, her and her team help executives, entrepreneurs, and leaders build streamlined, polished wardrobes without stress. Her signature NLW Style System teaches clients how to shop smarter, dress for their goals, and feel confident in any setting. Known for her practical, strategic approach, she believes great style should be simple, sustainable, and aligned with who you are. Cassandra’s mission is to take the guesswork out of getting dressed—so clients can focus on making a greater impact in their work and lives, while always looking and feeling their best.

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🗓️ FREE TRAINING: Discover which one of 6 traits drives you to overthink & people-please at work -- and how to finally break free. RSVP for 60 Minutes to Defeat Self-Sabotage, happening August 14th 12pm ET (replay available): https://melodywilding.com/60minutes

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Have you ever gotten the promotion you wanted, only to feel completely overwhelmed instead of excited? Today's guest, Amy, knows that feeling intimately. As an administrative manager at a major research university, she transitioned from a role where she felt confident and at the top of her game to a new position that challenged everything she thought she knew about herself. You’ll hear how after joining RESILIENT she went from second-guessing every interaction to being recognized as a strategic leader across her organization.

What You’ll Discover

• The "popcorn strategy" Amy used to build rapport with someone who initially found her annoying (now they work seamlessly together)
• How she went from dreading Monday mornings to feeling energized about challenges – without changing jobs or teams
• The mistake Amy was making that was sabotaging her credibility (even though she thought she was being professional)

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In this episode, Melody breaks down the sneaky, subtle ways self-sabotage shows up at work. Not the obvious stuff you see in every career listicle, but things you’re praised for yet quietly hold you back from the success, recognition, and peace of mind you actually want.

What You’ll Discover:

▪️Why your "responsible" decision-making might actually be based on completely made-up math

▪️ How you're unconsciously treating yourself worse than you'd treat your most unreliable colleague

▪️ One emotional habit that feels like self-awareness but actually prevents you from solving problems

▪️ The seemingly professional behavior that's actually laziness in disguise

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In this episode, get a special peek into Melody’s recent training that will show you how the simple roadmap to sound credible, clear, and get paid 20-40% more – without working extra hours. 

What You’ll Discover:

• Pinpoint exactly what’s going wrong if you aren’t commanding credibility and respect – even if you're doing the work of someone two levels up
• What it REALLY means when you're told "you need executive presence" (hint: it has nothing to do with being louder or wearing nicer clothes)
• Small tweaks you can make TODAY to articulate yourself with such polish and precision, your boss’s boss says, “We need you looped in earlier.”
• Unveil Melody’s 5-step system that gets clients at top Fortune 500 companies tapped for 6-figure promotions (without annoying buzzwords or 10 hours of prep)

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Melody sits down with Alli Peck, the powerhouse behind @allifromcorporate, where over a million followers turn for her bold, unfiltered advice on navigating the modern workplace. Now leading a mechanical engineering team at a national security facility, Alli reveals what leaders are really looking for when they evaluate your communication, presence, and potential.

What You’ll Discover: 

• One small behavior that instantly signals “this person is ready for more responsibility”
• The most common communication mistake that makes even smart people seem unprepared or immature
• What the most impressive team members do differently when sharing ideas or handling pushback
• The red flag that makes leaders hesitate to put you in front of important stakeholders

About Alli Peck

Alli Peck is a TEDx speaker, author of Surviving Office Life, and social media influencer with nearly one million followers across seven platforms, where she shares bold, relatable content on career development and navigating the modern workplace (@allifromcorporate0). She leads a mechanical engineering team at a National Security facility, runs a real estate investment company in Las Vegas, and has been featured in The Today Show, Business Insider, TIME Magazine, and The Skimm. Allison brings a unique blend of corporate leadership, small business strategy, and viral storytelling—helping organizations build high-performing teams and amplify their success through impactful social media.

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In this episode, Melody reveals the one simple communication shift that instantly elevates how others perceive your credibility. Melody breaks down how to communicate in a way that reflects the true complexity and magnitude of your work, so leaders see you as the strategic, high-value professional you actually are.

What You’ll Discover: 

• The two missing ingredients that instantly separate senior-level communication from junior-level rambling
• How to make colleagues and leader lean forward and think "now that was impressive"
• The before-and-after transformation that got one client invited to present to the board within six months

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Melody shares her most controversial “hot takes” on workplace politics and delivers the hard truths about how influence really works in corporate environments. This episode challenges the romanticized view of how work "should" operate and provides a pragmatic framework for gaining influence ethically. 

What You’ll Discover: 

▪️The brain science behind why "staying above office politics" backfires

▪️How to tell the difference between productive politics and destructive manipulation

▪️Why your "weakness" for picking up on tension might be the most valuable skill you're not using

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It's performance review season, and if you're still approaching your review the way you did 10 years ago, you're leaving BIG opportunities on the table. If you're tired of working your butt off only to walk out of your review feeling underwhelmed, this episode will show you exactly what needs to shift. Melody reveals five secrets that separate leaders who advance from those who stay stuck at "meets expectations." 

What You’ll Discover:

• Why your review has almost nothing to do with the past 12 months (and what it's REALLY about)
• The seemingly harmless 5-word phrase that's destroying your credibility in reviews
• What your boss is really thinking when they say you need to "work on your executive presence"
• Two quick techniques that turn ambiguous feedback into actionable clarity
• Why your "areas for improvement" are screaming “you’re not ready for a promotion” (and the simple fix) 

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If you've been waiting to "feel more confident" before speaking up in meetings, asking for that promotion, or sharing your insights at higher levels, this episode will completely shift how you think about building authority and credibility at work. Melody surveyed hundreds of mid-to-senior level professionals. What she found were hidden patterns that keep even the most driven people stuck, struggling to turn their expertise into true respect and recognition. In this episode, she unpacks why the self-help industry’s obsession with “confidence” might be making it worse.

What You’ll Discover: 

• What your nervous system really needs to build executive presence 
• Why your carefully crafted message can still land flat—and what to do about it
• A life-changing 5-word concept that will change how you think about nervousness
• The five biggest myths professionals believe about confidence (and what’s true instead)

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Ever walk out of a meeting wondering what your boss actually meant when they said "That's an interesting perspective" or "Let's circle back on this"? You're not imagining things – executives speak in code, and cracking it is essential for your career advancement. In this episode, Melody breaks down the diplomatic language that senior leaders use and reveals what they're really trying to tell you when they can't just say it directly. 

What You’ll Discover: 

• How to develop sophisticated communication radar without becoming paranoid about every executive interaction
• The power mapping exercise that helps you identify who really influences decisions (beyond the org chart)
• When to push forward with your ideas versus when to strategically step back and regroup
• How to the difference between real urgency and manufactured panic when you’re told "we need to move fast on this"
• The best way to respond when executives say "this needs more polish" without just making your slides look pretty and hoping for the best

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Learn how to quiet your racing mind and overcome chronic worry at work with clinical psychologist Nick Wignall. If you struggle with workplace anxiety, overthinking every email, or constantly second-guessing your decisions, this episode provides practical strategies to break free from the worry cycle. 

What You’ll Discover: 

• The subtle, sneaky causes of anxiety that most people never notice at work
• How to tell the difference between a worry and worrying (and why it matters for your career)
• The most underrated solution to workplace worry that has nothing to do with breathing exercises
• How to actually stop your mind from racing when you're spiraling about work

About Nick: 

Nick Wignall is a board-certified clinical psychologist. He currently works as a coach for anxious high-achievers and runs a leadership consulting firm, Loom. His newsletter, The Friendly Mind, reaches 50,000+ people each week and shares practical, evidence-based advice for emotional health and wellbeing. https://nickwignall.com/ 

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🚨Get on the free waitlist for Speak Like a Senior Leader™, Melody’s new program to help you become a crisp, clear, confident communicator. Head to https://speaklikeaseniorleader.com. 

You can be highly competent and still not come across that way. You can be clear in your head and still unintentionally confuse, frustrate, or undersell yourself without even realizing it. In this episode, Melody gives you the behind-the-scenes look at how her brand-new program Speak Like a Senior Leader™ came to be and breaks down the 6 subtle communication mistakes that might be keeping you from developing the executive presence and gravitas that makes decision-makers trust you with bigger opportunities. 

What You’ll Discover: 

• The silent reason your expertise isn't translating into influence (even if everyone says you're doing a great job)
• The six sneaky habits that make even high performers sound like mid-level contributors instead of strategic leaders
• One innocent-sounding sentence that instantly signals “not ready for the next level” (and what to say instead)
• Why most senior leaders don’t answer the question they’re asked, and why that makes them MORE effective, not evasive
• The communication pattern that makes you sound scattered, even when your thinking is crystal clear

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Criticism at work only gets harsher and more frequent the higher you climb – not easier or less. That’s why in this episode Melody shares strategies to take feedback seriously without taking it personally (none of which requires superhuman zen). You'll learn how to handle difficult conversations in a way that both projects executive presence and safeguards your confidence.  

What You’ll Discover: 

• How to decode what criticism reveals about workplace politics, power dynamics, and hidden agendas
• How to separate someone's communication style from the actual content of their feedback
• Why you should never act on a leader’s input until you do THIS (and no, it’s not “ask questions”)
• The specific scripts to use when you're blindsided by criticism and need to calm down

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Author Sabina Nawaz joins Melody to explore why pressure, not power, is what truly derails even the most well-intentioned leaders. They unpack simple tools like the Yes List and Multiple Meanings to help you lead with clarity, even when you’re overwhelmed.

What You’ll Discover: 

• Sneaky ways pressure warps your thinking, behavior, and relationships at work
• The first thing to do when you feel like you’re barely keeping your head above water
• How to build your “pressure capacity” so challenges don’t derail your success 

About Sabina Nawaz

Sabina Nawaz is an elite executive coach who advises C-level executives and teams at Fortune 500 corporations, government agencies, nonprofits, and academic institutions around the world. During her fourteen-year tenure at Microsoft, she went from managing software development teams to leading the company’s executive development and succession planning efforts for over 11,000 managers and nearly a thousand executives, advising Bill Gates and Steve Ballmer directly. 

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You're on top of your work, but part of you is always checking – did that land? Did my boss like it? In this episode, Melody explains how constantly seeking your boss's approval drains your confidence and what to do about it. In this episode, she gets into what happens when your focus shifts from doing your job to managing someone else’s reaction. 

What You’ll Discover: 

• How to differentiate managing up from approval seeking 
• Why your boss's approval never actually satisfies you
• The seemingly innocent habit that's secretly broadcasting your insecurity to everyone
• The "filter not sponge" approach that transforms how others’ input affects you
• How "I know my worth" can become a trap if it's your only strategy

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Most of us weren't taught how to handle workplace stress, difficult colleagues, or career setbacks. We just figure it out as we go—sometimes successfully, sometimes not. In this episode, clinical psychologist Dr. Emily Anhalt breaks down what she calls "emotional fitness" and why it matters in our work lives. Based on fifteen years of research with professionals across industries, her new book "Flex Your Feelings" offers a refreshingly practical approach to strengthening our emotional health. Dr. Anhalt shares simple exercises you can use to build resilience and connection in everyday work situations, from tense meetings to performance reviews.

What You’ll Discover: 

• Why treating your emotions like muscles you can train changes everything about how you handle workplace stress
• How to spot the telltale signs of emotional "unfitness" before they derail your career
• Practical "emotional pushups" that Emily has taught top Silicon Valley executives

About Dr. Emily Anhalt  

Dr. Emily Anhalt is a clinical psychologist, keynote speaker, author, and cofounder of Coa, the gym for mental health. For the past fifteen years, Dr. Anhalt has worked clinically with executives, founders, and high-performers, and has conducted extensive research with prominent psychologists and entrepreneurs about how leaders can improve their emotional fitness. Dr. Anhalt has collaborated with companies like Google, Salesforce, NBCUniversal, NASDAQ, and the NBA, and her debut book, Flex Your Feelings (published with Penguin Randomhouse) is available now.

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🚨 Enrollment is now open for the next cohort of Melody’s signature program RESILIENT. Secure your spot: https://melodywilding.com/resilient

"I'm good at what I do." Imagine how it would feel to say those words out loud – and actually believe them. Today you’ll meet Grainne, who after decades of "emotional hangovers" and perfectionism, finally learned to trust her expertise through RESILIENT. She shares how she went from constantly questioning her value to confidently stating "I'm very good at what I do.” 

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Do you find yourself lying awake at night replaying work conversations in your head? Are you exhausted from feeling everything deeply while colleagues seem to effortlessly brush things off? In this eye-opening episode, Melody Wilding and her co-coach Wendy Cary, PCC unpack why you're stuck in a cycle of overwhelm, perfectionism, and self-doubt – despite your talent and dedication. They reveal a model that can help you finally pinpoint the root causes of your struggles, understand the biological basis of your sensitivity, and transform what feels like a professional liability into your greatest advantage. 

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Whenever you get around powerful executives, you shrink. Your usual confidence evaporates, your words get jumbled, and you find yourself acting like you're grateful just to be in the room. This episode dives into the hidden reasons behind why accomplished mid-career professionals like you often feel intimidated by those in authority and how to stop undermining yourself. 

What You’ll Discover:

• Why some leaders make you feel instantly smaller while others feel like equals (hint: it’s not their title!)
• How to spot when you're unconsciously handing over your power
• The subtle language patterns that immediately signal you're operating from a disadvantaged position
• What your strongest reactions to certain leaders reveal about you

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In this episode, you’ll hear from recent RESILIENT alumni, Rebecca, who spent years being her team’s "spray foam" – filling every gap and putting everyone else's needs before her own. Rebecca reveals how she tripled her assertiveness score, advocated for a leadership position, and finally designed a role that honors her ambition and sensitivity.

You'll hear how Rebecca transformed her perfectionism and fear of disappointing others into the confidence to set clear boundaries, including how she:

• Stopped letting guilt drive her reactions to workplace demands
• Directly asked for a formal management role after decades of informal leadership
• Learned to trust her social capital instead of "reinventing relationship rules" daily
• Started teaching people how to treat her through clear communication

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Are you the one who notices the tension in your manager's voice that no one else picked up on? Still replaying last week's conflict while your colleagues have moved on? In this episode, Melody challenges everything you've been told about being "too sensitive" at work. Discover why trying to "toughen up" is fighting a losing battle, but simply "embracing your sensitivity" isn't the answer either.

If you're tired of sensitivity holding you back from the recognition, fulfillment, and impact you deserve, this episode offers a radically different approach that doesn't require changing who you are.

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Speaking up in meetings shouldn't feel like a high-wire act. But for so many thoughtful professionals, it does. You’ve got great ideas, valuable insights, and the experience to back them up, yet the words don’t come out when it counts. The moment passes, and you’re left replaying what you could have said. In this episode, Melody tackles how to speak up in meetings without spiraling into self-doubt or perfectionism. You’ll learn the real reasons your voice gets stuck, and practical ways to finally change that.

What You’ll Discover: 

• How to jump into fast-moving conversations without interrupting or sounding aggressive
• A go-to phrase that helps you jump in when meetings move quickly
• What to say when your mind goes blank and you still want to sound composed
• A quick mindset shift that helps you stop replaying meetings in your head

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If you've ever found yourself overexplaining in emails, freezing up when you're put on the spot, or second-guessing your words long after a meeting ends, then this episode is for you. Melody reveals three habits of highly effective communicators – habits that help your ideas land, your voice carry weight, and your confidence show up before you even say a word.

What You’ll Discover: 

• Why your message isn’t landing – and the subtle shift that makes people actually listen
• A powerful mindset reframe to stop overexplaining and start being taken seriously
• How to get your point across without steamrolling others or overthinking every word
• The overlooked factor that makes high-pressure conversations feel less intimidating
• A simple technique to stay composed (and sound confident) when you're put on the spot.

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Whether you've experienced a colleague who blames every mistake on someone else, work for a boss who can't take feedback, or you've caught yourself taking things too personally, this episode provides practical tools for breaking free from victim mindsets without denying real challenges. Renowned psychologist Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman joins Melody to discuss how our mindset expands or limits our options. 

You’ll discover: 

• How to snap yourself out of a victim mindset with a simple word swap
• The uncomfortable truth that "people just don't care about you" – and why that's actually liberating for your career growth
• Surprising ways to manage your emotions at work when you start getting angry, indignant, or personalizing situations
• The controversial connection between high sensitivity and narcissism

About Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman 

Scott Barry Kaufman, Ph.D., is a cognitive psychologist who is among the top one percent most cited scientists in the world for his groundbreaking research on intelligence, creativity, and human potential. He is the host of The Psychology Podcast, which has received more than 30 million downloads and is frequently ranked the #1 psychology podcast in the world. Dr. Kaufman’s writing has appeared in The Atlantic, Scientific American, Psychology Today, and Harvard Business Review, and he is the author of ten previous books, including Transcend, Wired to Create, and Ungifted. https://scottbarrykaufman.com/ 

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Is your resume ready for today's job market? Former executive recruiter and resume expert Lisa Rangel reveals what actually makes hiring managers take notice in 2025. As the founder of Chameleon Resumes and creator of the M.E.T.A. job search process, Lisa has helped professionals in 88+ countries land their dream roles. She shares insider knowledge about what's changed in hiring, how to make your experience stand out (even when it doesn't seem like a perfect match), and practical strategies for quantifying your achievements in ways that capture attention.

You’ll Discover:

• Shifts in hiring practices over the last 4-5 years and how to adapt your approach
• Simple tips to update your long-dormant resume without getting overwhelmed
• How to turn seemingly "unmeasurable" achievements into compelling metrics that grab attention
• The truth about cover letters (and how to write one that actually works)

About Lisa  

Lisa Rangel is the Founder/CEO of ChameleonResumes.com, the premier executive resume writing and job landing consulting firm, with client success in 88+ countries. Lisa’s mission in life is to continue to make the world a happier place with one fulfilling, well-paying job change at a time using her 4-Step M.E.T.A. Job Landing System. She is a graduate of Cornell University and the first in her family to graduate from college. 

She is a trusted senior-level job landing expert who has been featured or published over 200+ times in media outlets including Fortune, Forbes, Newsweek, Fast Company, Business Insider, LinkedIn, BBC, Investor's Business Daily, Crain's New York, Chicago Tribune, Good Morning America & more.  She has also been selected by a number of private recruitment and executive search firms as an expert to provide guidance on how to land a fulfilling six-figure role. Download resume samples at: https://chameleonresumes.com/executive-resume-samples 

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Celebrating one month since Managing Up hit shelves, Melody shares the rarely-discussed struggles behind the book’s release. She pulls back the curtain on the messy reality of creating something meaningful – from crushing setbacks to unexpected breakthroughs and the mindsets, habits, and strategies that helped her along the way. 

You'll discover:

• The shocking job termination that became the foundation for Melody's managing up framework
• Why hundreds of thousands of words ended up in the trash – and how she found the courage to start over
• The one-star reviews of her first book that completely transformed her approach to writing this one
• How she balances running a business full-time with book writing 

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You work hard, get promoted, receive praise—but there’s still a part of you that feels like it’s all temporary, that maybe it happened by chance. In this episode, Melody reveals how imposter syndrome goes beyond simple self-doubt. It's about how we process positive experiences, often attributing success to luck while internalizing every small misstep as proof of inadequacy. She shares four actionable steps to help you shift your thinking

What You’ll Discover:

• Why your successes often feel fleeting or undeserved—and what you can do to make them truly stick
• How imposter syndrome tricks you into downplaying achievements and amplifying self-doubt
• How to rewire your brain to see success as a reflection of your skills rather than pure luck
• The neuroscience behind why praise feels uncomfortable for high achievers and how to overcome it.
• Four proven techniques to reframe how you see your achievements and start owning your success.

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In this episode, Jefferson Fisher, trial attorney and social media’s go-to expert on communication, shares practical, counterintuitive strategies to handle tough conversations with confidence. Jefferson’s short, no-nonsense videos have helped millions learn how to argue less, communicate more effectively, and stay in control under pressure.

You’ll discover:

✔ How to sound strong and assertive without stepping on toes
 ✔ What to say when someone takes credit for your work
 ✔ Tactful ways to disagree with someone more senior
 ✔ The exact words to use when delivering bad news
 ✔ His three-part framework: say it with control, say it with confidence, say it to connect

About Jefferson  

Jefferson Fisher is a trial lawyer, writer, and speaker whose work to help people communicate during life’s everyday arguments and conversations, with his practical videos and authentic presence, has gained millions of followers around the world, including celebrities and global leaders. He is a sought-after speaker on communication at Fortune 500 companies and governmental agencies, and hundreds of thousands of people subscribe to his actionable email newsletter and podcast. Fisher is a Texas board-certified personal injury attorney and the founder of Fisher Firm, where he helps people all over the United States connect to trusted legal services. Learn more at https://www.jeffersonfisher.com/ 

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Tired of feeling powerless in your job search? HR insider and career coach, Madeline Mann, is here to flip the script on traditional job hunting. Madeline shares her revolutionary approach that transforms frustrated job seekers into confident job shoppers. Drawing from her experience in HR and recruiting at top companies, she breaks down exactly how to take control of your career journey and land roles at dream companies like Google, Amazon, and Microsoft.

You’ll Discover:

• The psychology behind what actually makes hiring managers take notice 
• How to shift from being a desperate job seeker to becoming an empowered job shopper
• Practical strategies for managing an effective job search while working full-time

About Madeline  

Madeline Mann is an HR & Recruiting leader and the author of Reverse the Search, who spun her insider knowledge of the hiring process into an award-winning career coaching empire, called Self Made Millennial, where she has reached millions. Through her platforms and coaching, Mann works to turn job seekers into Job Shoppers, enabling any professional to land high-paying job offers, with many landing roles at competitive Fortune 500 companies. Mann has been featured in outlets such as The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, and ABC News, and is recognized as a LinkedIn Top Voice.

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As a leader, it’s easy to point the finger at someone else when something goes wrong – expectations aren’t met, peers are slow to act, or pressure from the top adds to an already stressful environment. Leaders spend so much time trying to control others, stressing and ruminating on how to force a situation to bend to their will, when they should instead focus on themselves. Today, Muriel M. Wilkins, author of LEADERSHIP UNBLOCKED, joins the show to share seven hidden beliefs that block leaders’ progress and how to get unstuck. 

About Muriel

Muriel M. Wilkins, founder and CEO of Paravis Partners, is a sought-after C-suite adviser and executive coach with a twenty-year track record of helping senior leaders take their performance to the next level. She is the author of Leadership Unblocked: Break Through the Beliefs That Limit Your Potential and coauthor of Own the Room: Discover Your Signature Voice to Master Your Leadership Presence. Muriel is the host of the Harvard Business Review podcast Coaching Real Leaders, consistently ranked as a top-ten podcast in Apple's Management category. 

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In this candid episode, Melody shares the behind-the-scenes story of her bold new direction and introduces a brand new concept: your Professional Power Position. She opens up about the personal wake-up calls that led to this evolution, including why she stopped softening her message and what happened when she did. Through compelling examples and personal confessions, Melody shows why mastering both your own psychology AND others' is the key to getting the recognition, respect, and results you deserve. This conversation will change how you think about power, influence, and success at work. 

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Today is a big day! Melody’s new book, Managing Up: How to Get What You Need from the People in Charge, is officially out in the world 🎉 To celebrate, you get exclusive first listen to the Introduction, where you’ll hear why managing up isn’t something you do for your boss—it’s something you do for yourself. 

Grab your copy at managingup.com. Your support on launch day will help bring this book to as many professionals as possible who need it.

Audio courtesy of Penguin Random House Audio from  MANAGING UP by Melody Wilding, read by the author. 

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In this exclusive segment from her recent Managing Up Mastery training, Melody reveals the final five conversations from her new book – the ones that help you build strategic relationships, make your work visible, and position yourself for the opportunities you deserve.

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Think your hard work and careful preparation is enough to influence decisions at work? Think again. In this special episode, get an exclusive peek at the framework from Melody's new book "Managing Up" as she reveals the invisible workplace dynamics most professionals miss. Learn the first five essential conversations that transform how leaders see and treat you at work. From getting clear on priorities to setting boundaries that stick, discover exactly when and how to have the conversations that shape your success. 

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Join Melody as she reveals why everything you thought you knew about managing up is outdated and possibly sabotaging your success. Learn why this critical skill isn't about being a yes-person or surviving bad bosses, but about strategically positioning yourself for greater influence, autonomy, and impact. Whether you're an introvert who thinks you can't play office politics, or someone with a great boss who thinks you don't need these skills, this episode will transform how you think about managing up in today's complex workplace.

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In this episode, get a special peek into Melody’s recent training that will show you how to decode your boss's working style, understand what drives their behavior, and adapt your approach to get better results. Whether you're dealing with a micromanager, an indecisive boss, or someone who just doesn't seem to get you, this episode will give you practical tools to move from constant friction to smooth collaboration. It's time to stop dreading those interactions and start navigating them with confidence.

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"My boss is difficult" - how many times have you thought or said those words? In this episode, Melody shares an uncomfortable truth that might ruffle some feathers, but could completely change your career trajectory and take back your power. 

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Neuroscientist and former Google executive Anne-Laure Le Cunff challenges our linear idea of career success, introducing a new approach: tiny experiments. She shares how this experimental mindset transformed her own career trajectory and offers practical strategies for anyone looking to make more meaningful career choices. Whether you're feeling stuck in your current role or contemplating a bold career move, this conversation will reshape how you think about professional growth and decision-making. You’ll Discover:

• Why traditional career planning often fails us, and how an experimental mindset can unlock new possibilities you never considered
• he surprising truth about procrastination and how to use it as a tool for deeper self-understanding
• How to run "tiny experiments" in your current role to explore new directions without taking major risks
• Three essential mental shifts that transform decision paralysis into purposeful action

About Anne-Laure

Anne-Laure Le Cunff is an award-winning neuroscientist and entrepreneur. She is the founder of Ness Labs, where her weekly newsletter is read by more than 100,000 curious minds. Her research at King’s College London focuses on the psychology and neuroscience of lifelong learning, curiosity, and adaptability. Her upcoming book, Tiny Experiments, is a transformative guide for living a more experimental life, turning uncertainty into curiosity, and carving a path of self-discovery. Previously, she worked at Google as an executive on digital health projects. Her work has been featured in Rolling Stone, Forbes, Financial Times, and WIRED. Learn more at https://nesslabs.com/

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Feeling overwhelmed by all the "quick favors" and extra work that's landed on your plate? In this episode, Melody breaks down exactly when (and how) to say no to additional work without damaging relationships or appearing difficult.

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Do you find yourself overwhelmed by emotions at work, struggling to maintain control? In this episode of Psychology at Work, Melody speaks with Jay Moon Fields, a leading embodiment educator and expert in emotion regulation. Discover how connecting with your body can transform your professional experience, enhancing your emotional intelligence and relationships.

You’ll Discover:

• The role of embodiment in emotional regulation and why it's crucial for personal and professional success.
• Practical techniques like grounding, centering, and orienting to help you stay present and composed.
• The significance of the vagus nerve and its impact on your social engagement system.
• How subtle shifts in language and self-awareness can transform people-pleasing tendencies into personal empowerment.

About Jay

Jay Moon Fields, M.A. is a leading educator, coach and author. Over a half million people have taken her courses featured on LinkedIn Learning, and her book Teaching People Not Poses is used by yoga teacher training programs globally. For over twenty years, she has taught the principles and practices of embodied social and emotional intelligence to individuals and groups from Patagonia, Wieden + Kennedy, Apple, the UN, Baker Tilly and GoPro. Jay has been a guest on over 30 podcasts and was named one of the top 50 health and wellness bloggers making a difference in the world by Greatist.com. She received her BA in Psychosocial Health and Human Movement from the College of William and Mary and her masters in Integral Transformative Education from Prescott College. https://jaymoonfields.com/ 

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It’s no secret that work is more uncertain than ever. You may spend each day worrying, “Will I be let go?” even if you’re a top performer. There’s a term for this: layoff anxiety. In this episode, Melody breaks down how to manage constant stress about your job security without letting it consume you or hurt your performance. 

What You’ll Discover:

• Why 58% of companies plan layoffs in 2026 and how these cuts are different from previous years
• How to separate real layoff warning signs from anxiety-driven overthinking
• Specific questions you can ask your manager to gauge job security without sounding paranoid
• What leadership actually looks for when making difficult staffing decisions

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Melody reveals the #1 career skill no one ever teaches you: managing up. This episode is perfect for thoughtful professionals who want more recognition, resources, and flexibility at work; overthinkers tired of second-guessing every interaction with their boss; and anyone ready to move from reliable executor to respected strategic partner.

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Setting boundaries at work sounds simple in theory - just say no, right? But in practice, it's far more complex, especially if you're someone who takes pride in being reliable and going above and beyond. So where's the line between being a dedicated professional and burning yourself out?
 
 Today, Melody gets into this question with Dr. Sharon Martin, a licensed psychotherapist who has spent 25 years helping perfectionists and people-pleasers reclaim their lives through better boundaries. Whether you're struggling to say no to yet another project, feeling guilty about not answering emails at midnight, or wondering if your helpfulness has crossed into unhealthy territory, this episode will give you practical strategies for setting and maintaining boundaries that stick.

You’ll Discover:

• How perfectionism and people-pleasing tendencies can sabotage your ability to set healthy boundaries.
• The hidden signs of perfectionism at work and how they manifest in your professional life.
• Strategies to set and maintain boundaries that stick, without feeling guilty or inadequate.
• How to identify your needs and create boundaries that align with your personal values and goals.
• Tips for handling pushback and maintaining your boundaries in high-pressure environments.
• The importance of viewing boundary-setting as a form of self-care that benefits both you and those around you.

About Dr. Sharon Martin

Dr. Sharon Martin is a licensed psychotherapist and author specializing in codependency recovery. For the past 25 years, she’s been helping perfectionists and people-pleasers overcome self-doubt, embrace their imperfections, and learn to set boundaries. Dr. Martin is the author of four self-help books including The CBT Workbook for Perfectionism and The Better Boundaries Workbook. She also writes the popular blog Conquering Codependency for Psychology Today and has been featured in various media outlets including PsychCentral, Web MD, Women’s World, and Highly Sensitive Refuge. https://www.livewellwithsharonmartin.com/ 

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Ever feel like you don't command attention in meetings, even when you know your ideas are solid? Or maybe you've been told you need more "executive presence," but you're not even sure what that means. In this episode, Melody demystifies executive presence, breaking it down into three practical elements that anyone can master, regardless of personality type. 

What You'll Discover:

• The three-element framework that makes "executive presence" less mysterious and more achievable
• The best time to speak up in meetings for maximum impact 
• How to make your point in half the time (without leaving out what matters)
• The "So What Ladder" technique that instantly makes your ideas more compelling to senior leaders

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Are you ready to step up as a leader, even without a formal title? In this episode of Psychology at Work, Melody Wilding is joined by Eddie Turner, a Harvard-trained leadership expert, to discuss what it truly means to be an emerging leader. Tune in to learn how to navigate the nuanced transition from team member to influential leader in your organization.

You’ll Discover: 

• What defines an emerging leader and how to identify if you’re on the path.
• Ten unexpected categories of emerging leadership that go beyond traditional definitions.
• Practical tips for increasing your visibility and making an impact, especially in remote work settings.
• How to adopt a "we, not me" mentality that resonates with executives and peers alike.
• Strategies for dealing with unsupportive bosses and expanding your influence inside and outside your organization.

Eddie Turner is an in-demand Harvard-trained leadership development at all organizational levels. He is listed on several industry rankings with distinguished thought leaders and holds numerous certifications as a coach, facilitator, trainer, and speaker. He works as an executive coach for both experienced and emerging leaders. Eddie is the author of the internationally bestselling book, “140 Simple Messages to Guide Emerging Leaders.” He has been featured in global print, radio, and television media such as The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, CNN, NPR, and ABC. https://eddieturnerllc.com/ 

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