Leading Like Her
83 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsWe all have that person we turn to when we need advice. That person who’s friendly, insightful, and calm, yet honest and direct. The one who will tell it to you straight, but will also be there to encourage and help you find your way. In the complicated and political business world however, it can be hard to know who you can turn to. Leading Like Her is the big (business) sister you’ve been missing in your career life. Erin has grown enough in her career as an operations leader to have authentic experiences that she wants to pass on as well as grow together with you through the experiences and advice of other guests on the podcast. More than the podcasts themselves, Leading Like Her connects listeners through authentic stories. Coming from the perspective of a mid-level manager, rather than a CEO, Erin meets you where you are and invites you on a growth journey with her as we strive to become better leaders together. This journey is paved by the experiences and knowledge of both Erin and her diverse guests, with the hope reaching a place of self confidence and permission in order to create actionable change in your own career trajectory. The Leading Like Her podcast and the community of women that follow along, inspire confidence and connection to cultivate the best leaders we all can be.
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On Those Days When Nothing Seems To Go Right
February 28, 2022 11:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MBWe've all had THOSE days. The days that start with a spilled cup of coffee, that snowball into a stressful day where nothing on your to-do list gets done. I had a string of those this week, and it got me thinking about the ways that I cope with that. In this episode, I talk about how to handle that crappy day. We talk about tools you can use to turn a bad day around, and how to deal with a day you just CANNOT get a handle on. If you LOVE Leading Like Her, SHARE it with a friend! Tag me in ...
4 Ways To Handle BURNOUT
February 24, 2022 11:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBIt's 2022. We've been in a pandemic for over 2 years. I don't know ANYONE that hasn't felt a little bit burned out recently. We are all sick and tired of feeling sick and tired. In today's episode, I share 4 ways I am handling that burned out feeling. I also share how the podcast is going and what is giving me joy right now! If you LOVE Leading Like Her, SHARE it with a friend! Tag me in an Instagram story! Personal account --->@leadinglikeerin Podcast account --->@leadinglikeher www....
Forget about "Future" You For A Second - Current You is Pretty Special
February 14, 2022 11:00 - 11 minutes - 8.02 MBWe spend SO much time setting goals, planning our lives, and looking towards that future that I think we sometimes FORGET to be PROUD of how far we have come. Today I want you to STOP thinking about the future for a second and take a moment to be proud of where you are TODAY. If you LOVE Leading Like Her, SHARE it with a friend! Tag me in an Instagram story! Personal account --->@leadinglikeerin Podcast account --->@leadinglikeher www.leadinglikeher.com is LIVE!! Find guest bios, link...
[INTERVIEW] Kelly Gallagher-Friend: Setting Boundaries and Asking for HELP
February 10, 2022 11:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MBYOU GUYS. This was our SECOND attempt at recording an episode, due to lots of technical issues with the original audio. Kelly Gallagher-Friend is a brand developer, graphic designer, and the owner of Your Friendly Kreative - but most importantly someone that loves and lives to create. Her work aims to empower others by showing up authentically as they are, ultimately creating from a place of true connection. Not just a name, Friend is the lens through which she approaches each client, as sh...
The IMPORTANCE of Taking Those Mental Health Days
February 07, 2022 13:00 - 13 minutes - 9.31 MBIt's 2022. We should be able to be honest if we are feeling burnt out, stressed, or needing a break. As leaders, we need to set the example and advocate for mental health days for ourselves and our team. Today's episode digs into when to take a mental health day, and what you should do on that precious day off! If you LOVE Leading Like Her, SHARE it with a friend! Tag me in an Instagram story! Personal account --->@leadinglikeerin Podcast account --->@leadinglikeher www.leadinglikehe...
A Story About A Time I Was COMPLETELY Embarrassed At Work - When To Laugh At Yourself
February 03, 2022 11:00 - 11 minutes - 7.74 MBHave you ever laid awake at night going over all of the times you've ever been awkward, embarrassed, or said the wrong thing? It can't be just me. Today I share an embarrassing story that happened to me when I was a young supervisor, and how I handled it - with a sense of humor. If you LOVE Leading Like Her, SHARE it with a friend! Tag me in an Instagram story! Personal account --->@leadinglikeerin Podcast account --->@leadinglikeher www.leadinglikeher.com is LIVE!! Find guest bios, l...
Speaking Up - The POWER of Using Your Voice At Work
January 31, 2022 11:00 - 13 minutes - 9.11 MB"I can't fix what I do not know about." This is one of my go-to phrases. In this episode, I talk about the importance of speaking out, building confidence, and offering solutions to problems while using your voice. Listen to Self(ish) Confidence Podcast HERE! If you LOVE Leading Like Her, SHARE it with a friend! Tag me in an Instagram story! Personal account --->@leadinglikeerin Podcast account --->@leadinglikeher www.leadinglikeher.com is LIVE!! Find guest bios, links to episodes, ...
I Failed Out Of College - The Power of BOUNCING BACK after FAILURE
January 24, 2022 11:00 - 22 minutes - 15.2 MBThe cat is out of the bag - I am not perfect, have not had success in a straight line, and I fail. A LOT. The biggest failure in my life (so far) is failing out of college after 2 years. In that moment, I was DEVASTATED, ASHAMED, and DEPRESSED. It was really hard to see any positives in that situation. However time heals a lot of wounds, and as I persevered I came to understand WHY I failed, what LESSONS it taught me, and HOW I could become a better person and leader because of my failures...
[INTERVIEW] Erin Quick - The Startup Space and Doing the THING
January 20, 2022 11:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MBErin Quick is the founder and CEO of PairTree, a company that is REVOLUTIONIZING the adoption process. She has successfully founded two companies, and offers us advice on how to start a startup. Spoiler - you have to DO IT. Erin was generous to offer listeners of the show a Promo code for PairTree! Promo code: PAIRTREELLH20 (that’s good for 20% off 3 months of matching) Website: pairtreefamily.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PairTreeFamily/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p...
What are you doing TODAY to achieve your DREAMS
January 17, 2022 11:00 - 13 minutes - 9.02 MBWe are a few weeks into 2022. This is usually the week when people quit on their "resolutions". I'm not a fan of resolutions. I'm a fan of GOALS. Today we talk about how to turn DREAMS into GOALS, which then drive our ACTIONS. If you LOVE Leading Like Her, SHARE it with a friend! Tag me in an Instagram story! Personal account --->@leadinglikeerin Podcast account --->@leadinglikeher www.leadinglikeher.com is LIVE!! Find guest bios, links to episodes, great books and links, and more!
A Vulnerable Episode Where I Talk About Assault
January 13, 2022 11:00 - 19 minutes - 13.1 MBTRIGGER WARNING - Assault, Sexual Assault, Harassment I do not want ANYONE to think they are alone if they went through what I went through. I was physically touched inappropriately at work. This episode is what I wish I would have done, instead of what I ended up doing. If I can help even ONE person get help if they are being harassed or assaulted at work, then this was completely worth it. If you LOVE Leading Like Her, SHARE it with a friend! Tag me in an Instagram story! Personal ac...
[JOB SKILL] How To NOT Put People To Sleep When Giving a Presentation
January 10, 2022 16:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MBWe've all been in that conference room. The poor presenter reading a slide word for word. Full paragraphs of words on the screen. Me, struggling to stay awake and understand the point. DON'T be that person! In this episode, I talk about the RIGHT way to give a presentation. I also discuss how to MENTOR someone who is about to present to executives. Say NO to death by Power Point. If you LOVE Leading Like Her, SHARE it with a friend! Tag me in an Instagram story! Personal account --->@le...
[INTERVIEW] Joni Wickham - The Thin Line Between Cupcake and Bitch
January 06, 2022 11:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MBI had the absolute PRIVILEGE to interview Joni Wickham. Joni is the former Chief of Staff to the Mayor of Kansas City, MO, and the author of the FANTASTIC book titled The Thin Line Between Cupcake and Bitch. As the title hints, Joni's book talks a lot about the need for women to be likeable, but not so likeable to be viewed as a pushover. In this episode, I can barely contain my excitement speaking with this strong, smart, hilarious woman whose book is an EXCELLENT jumping off point for man...
It's Time To Bring Back ROUTINE
January 03, 2022 11:00 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MBIt. Is Time. The holidays are over, and everyone is going back to work and life. In today's episode, we talk about the power of ROUTINE, and how having a set plan can help you reach your goals in record time. What parts of your routine are you most excited to get back to? Share with me on LinkedIn or Instagram! If you need an AMAZING website designer or just a professional ear to help you focus your brand, you HAVE to check out Kelly at Your Friendly Kreative! Check out Kelly's work HERE...
How To Start 2022 With a Professional BANG - Part 2
December 23, 2021 11:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MBThis is OUR YEAR. Why is it our year? Because we SAID SO! In this episode, I break down 3 more tips to starting your new year excited and motivated for the future. We have ONE LIFE. Let's make the changes NOW in order to make this next year successful, exciting, and the life and career we have dreamed of! Links to topics discussed in this episode are below! How to Write SMART Goals SMART Goals Reference Guide My new favorite book has a website! ladiesgetpaid.com If you LOVE Leading Li...
How To Start 2022 With a Professional BANG - Part 1
December 20, 2021 11:00 - 12 minutes - 8.84 MBIn today's episode, I share 3 things we all should do before hitting the ground running in the New Year. This is the time to get our SHIT TOGETHER to make some moves in 2022. What goals are you going to smash this next year? I bet you that these three things will help you kick start your fresh year with a BANG. If you LOVE Leading Like Her, SHARE it with a friend! Tag me in an Instagram story! Personal account --->@leadinglikeerin Podcast account --->@leadinglikeher Find Erin on LinkedIn...
[JOB SKILL] 4 Tips for Building CONFIDENCE While Negotiating
December 16, 2021 11:00 - 13 minutes - 9.52 MBToday we are talking about NEGOTIATING. I have received TONS of feedback asking for some tips and tricks to better negotiate salaries, business contracts, and even haggle at the public market. In today's episode, I share 4 tips to help you negotiate that next big deal. These things will help you build confidence and reduce stress when you actually sit down to the table to start to negotiate. I hope these tools will DRIVE you to ask for what you want (and more), be able to compromise, and ...
How a Mammogram Lit a FIRE in me
December 13, 2021 11:00 - 12 minutes - 8.79 MBIf you are looking for some MOTIVATION - today is the day! In this episode, I talk about how a short interaction with a woman conducting my mammogram fired me the EFF UP. I talk about how YOU ARE VALID. Your FEELINGS are valid. Your CONCERNS are valid. Your PRESENCE is valid. Take up that SPACE and build your CONFIDENCE girl! We are badass women and it is about DAMN time we take our EARNED seat at the table. Need an AMAZING song to PUMP YOU UP?!? Check out Confident by Demi Lovato HERE...
[INTERVIEW] Celine Williams - Building Your Dream, One Role At A Time
December 09, 2021 11:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBIn this episode, I talk with Celine Williams. Celine is a real estate agent in the North Seattle area. She recently went FULL TIME, quitting her role at Boeing to sell houses. We talk about how she moved through different roles in her career, always building skills that would lead her to her next role. We also talk about having a DREAM, and using that dream to make a plan and take ACTION. Celine is a wife as well as a mother to 2 young boys, and as any small business owner will tell you, ...
Where Was I Last Week? I Was On VACATION
December 06, 2021 11:00 - 12 minutes - 8.64 MBIt is SO important to make sure you are using ALL of those vacation days! I talk about how to manage your vacation time, understanding your company's policy, and what to do to make your vacation the BEST memories! What your BIG vacation plan for 2022?? I want to know!! Tag me in a comment on Instagram, or share a story with your amazing itinerary! If you LOVE Leading Like Her, SHARE it with a friend! Tag me in an Instagram story! Personal account --->@leadinglikeerin Podcast account --->...
What are you REALLY thankful for?
November 25, 2021 11:00 - 6 minutes - 4.54 MBHappy Thanksgiving! I hope you ALL are enjoying time with friends and family! This short episode is all about stopping and REALLY thinking about the small things you are grateful for. And what are you doing this year to have amazing things to be grateful for next year? If you LOVE Leading Like Her, SHARE it with a friend! Tag me in an Instagram story! Personal account --->@leadinglikeerin Podcast account --->@leadinglikeher www.leadinglikeher.com is LIVE!! Find guest bios, links to epi...
[JOB SKILL] 3 Things You Can Do RIGHT NOW To Build Your Network
November 22, 2021 11:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MBNetworking is a muscle. You have to keep USING it and FLEXING it and make sure that you are growing your acquaintances and connections as you gain experience. You can't get what you don't work for! In this episode, I share with you THREE things you can do FROM YOUR COUCH to grow your network. Us introverts? We aren't always about the big dinners and social gatherings. But that does NOT mean we can sleep on building connections in and out of the workplace!! I also share an example of a ti...
[INTERVIEW] Dr. Christine Jehu - Knowing your POWER
November 18, 2021 11:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MBIn this episode, I chat with Dr. Christine Jehu, a Director of Sports Psychology at a D1 University. She opens up about her path to her current role, and her experience on the board of the American Psychological Association. We discuss the difficulties of being a leader at a young age, and what we can do to take back our POWER in the room where it happens. Dr. Christine Jehu (she/her) is a coffee obsessed counseling and sport psychologist & podcaster. She's truly a psychological ninja with ...
[INTERVIEW] Dr. Christine Jehu - Knowing your POWER
November 18, 2021 11:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MBIn this episode, I chat with Dr. Christine Jehu, a Director of Sports Psychology at a D1 University. She opens up about her path to her current role, and her experience on the board of the American Psychological Association. We discuss the difficulties of being a leader at a young age, and what we can do to take back our POWER in the room where it happens. Dr. Christine Jehu (she/her) is a coffee obsessed counseling and sport psychologist & podcaster. She's truly a psychological ninja with ...
Don't Wear Shoes Unless Absolutely Necessary
November 15, 2021 11:00 - 13 minutes - 9.12 MBIn this episode, I talk about the lessons I've learned from a beloved uncle. My Uncle Tommy passed away recently, and I reflect on his sense of humor, his love for his friends and family, and his impact on my life as a child and an adult. I task you to love HARD, and to call someone RIGHT NOW to tell them you love them. Life is too damn short to hold that inside. Find things that take you to your HAPPY place. No one should live to work. Use your career and your income to build a life you...
[INTERVIEW] Gina Murdoch - The Power of Giving Back and Loving What You Do
November 11, 2021 11:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBIn today's episode, I interview Gina Murdoch, the President and CEO of MSAA - The Multiple Sclerosis Association of America. We chat about how her interest and drive to help others motivated her to join MSAA and other nonprofit organizations. The best way to see if you want to pursue a career in a nonprofit space is to VOLUNTEER!! You will meet people within the organization that can connect with you and help you understand the culture and mission of that association. You also never know w...
[JOB SKILL] Performance Reviews - How to Give and Receive Negative Feedback
November 08, 2021 11:00 - 21 minutes - 14.5 MBThank you to Kristen for suggesting this topic via my Instagram Stories!!! I HATE Performance Reviews. I hate giving them. I hate getting them. They are SO uncomfortable. But as a leader, I need to be able to give and receive criticism in a constructive and professional way. So today's episode focuses on the importance of being objective, and taking the review process seriously. It's ok to feel your feelings. Just don't dwell there! Crucial Conversations is a GREAT book to reference when ...
[INTERVIEW] Joan Gostomski - How Recruiters See You and that Pesky Compensation Question
November 04, 2021 10:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MBOMG people! This conversation with Joan is SUCH a good one. Joan has been a recruiter for over 20 years and is a wealth of information. We talk about how to get noticed during the screening process, when and how to ask about compensation, how to tell if you are talking to a GOOD recruiter, and great advice IF you are a recruiter that is listening! I am SO thankful to Joan for coming on and being so helpful! If you LOVE Leading Like Her, SHARE it with a friend! Tag me in an Instagram story!...
DON'T Be Someone's Last Resort
November 01, 2021 10:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBIn this episode, I tell a story from EARLY in my career when I was SEVERELY underestimated. Sometimes we need to push through the frustration and PROVE that we are meant to be there, leading our teams effectively and showing what we are capable of. Today's quote is from "The Thin Line Between Cupcake and Bitch" by Joni Wickham! If you have not picked up this book, I STRONGLY recommend it. Her blend of stories and life lessons is SO GOOD and I cannot WAIT to have her on the show in a few we...
[INTERVIEW] Candace Buford - The Purpose of Having a PLAN and How She Got Published
October 28, 2021 10:00 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MBI am SO excited to sit down with author and good friend, Candace Buford. Candace has had a VERY curvy path to published, and we talk about her 5 year plan, her parent's expectations, and how she navigated her way through the publishing world to release her first Young Adult novel, KNEEL! Candace has asked that any aspiring writer's out there that need some advice, email her at: [email protected]. You can also tag Candace on Instagram, or share this podcast and tag @leadinglike her an...
Be Authentically You
October 25, 2021 10:00 - 12 minutes - 8.69 MBToday's episode asking the question - who are YOU? What are your dreams and goals for this short life we have? Self awareness is a major skill - and one a good leader is always working on. Who do you see when you look in the mirror? Tag me on Instagram @leadinglikeher! Or shoot me a DM so I can personally THANK YOU for listening to this podcast! www.leadinglikeher.com
[JOB SKILL] Nailing Your Next Interview
October 25, 2021 10:00 - 19 minutes - 13.8 MBOur first technical podcast! I have been in hiring mode lately, and have seen a LOT of candidates make simple, silly mistakes. I want to help you avoid these pitfalls and share with you what to expect and prepare for. Let me help you land your next dream job! Today we cover: 3 reminders when going in for an interview 3 questions to have prepared answers in advance 3 questions to ask of the hiring manager Follow @leadinglikeher on Instagram! Tag us in an Instagram story or shoot us a DM so ...
I'm Rooting For Us
October 21, 2021 01:00 - 13 minutes - 9.57 MBWelcome to Leading Like Her! In this episode, we learn more about me - your host, Erin. :) If I can help ONE woman gain clarity on what she wants to do in her life or help her win that DREAM job, this podcast would be SO worth it. Tell me what you want to hear! DM me on Instagram @leadinglikeher!