Working Girl Talk - Pod.casts

WORK BREAK: Shrek 5 & Gladiator 2, today's movie marketing & "The Bikeriders" recap

July 12, 2024 14:26 - 59 minutes - 81.6 MB

Work Break is back with fellow podcaster and movie girlie, Kelcy Valletta! On this Work Break: Kelcy processes "Leave the World Behind" Are we too scared to see "Long Legs"? A week of remake/sequel announcements: Gladiator 2, Devil Wears Prada 2 AND Shrek 5. Abby mourns the loss of "Horizon: An American Saga 2" in theaters The Bikeriders recap (a double 5-star movie!) and why Jodie Comer needs an Oscar Idea Of You vs. A Family Affair pt. 2 Podcasts we're listening to: Crime Junkies an...

WORK BREAK: Sabrina Carpenter Tickets, Zac Efron Is Back (although, he really never left) & Our Love For Abby Jimenez Books

July 05, 2024 17:20 - 1 hour - 90.2 MB

Abby sits down with fellow corporate girlie, influencer and pop culture super fan, Avi Cecchi @always.avi. On this Work Break, Abby and Avi discuss: Surviving (barely) Sabrina Carpenter's ticket queue Taylor Swift in Ireland A Family Affair on Netflix Avi's breakdown of Game of Thrones & House of the Dragon Abby's Movie Minute: A Quiet Place Day One and Horizon: An American Saga Abby learns that Jamie Campbell Bower dated Ginny Weasley Our love for Abby Jimenez books FOLLOW Working...

WORK BREAK: Travvy Takes London

June 28, 2024 14:54 - 33 minutes - 45.8 MB

For the corporate girlies who need a WORK BREAK. Spin-off alert! Join Abby and friends as they chat about the the things we fit into our precious lunch break and weekends. From movies and books to trips and pop culture, enjoy YOUR work break with Work Break. On this first edition of Work Break, Abby and her sister, McCall, dive into: Travis and Taylor in LONDON (aahhh!), Perfect Match vs. Love Island UK/US, break dancing in the Olympics, Abby's love for Maxton Hall, summer music, and a rea...

Should I Get a Master’s Degree?

August 25, 2023 13:38 - 14 minutes - 19.5 MB

Should I get a master’s degree? Well, as someone who has a paper due and discussion board posts due in the next 24 hours, it may be the wrong time to ask me this question...🤪 Kidding! But in all seriousness, this is a common question that you may ask yourself at some point in your career or you may be thinking about it now. In this episode, I'll share my experiences starting a master's degree (learn from my mistakes!) and share some ideas on what areas to consider before starting. I love ...

Speaking up about workplace issues & starting a tech company with a purpose with Claire Schmidt, founder & CEO of AllVoices

August 11, 2023 15:29 - 36 minutes - 50.1 MB

When something happens at work, how do you actually report it? Claire Schmidt, the Founder and CEO of AllVoices, created a solution that helps support employees do just that. Claire was the VP of technology and innovation at 20th Century Fox before leaving to build AllVoices full time. She has an interesting and inspiring career journey and what she's built is incredible. Welcome Claire to WGT! 💕Thank you to BiziNumbers for sponsoring today's episode! BiziNumbers provides expert support to ...

How Can I Advocate For Myself At Work?

July 28, 2023 11:00 - 13 minutes - 18.6 MB

You may not be used to acknowledging the work you've done -- and especially the next step of telling others about it. No one wants to appear conceited or boastful. But more often than not, I see people underselling their great work. In this episode, I’ve compiled a few of my WGT tips based on my own experience and working with other young professionals. Today, we're answering: How can I advocate for myself and showcase my achievements without appearing boastful or conceited? This Week'...

Shoot your shot! How I spoke at Create & Cultivate & why you should step out of your comfort zone

June 16, 2023 15:09 - 21 minutes - 29.6 MB

Today, we're recapping my experience at Create & Cultivate's 2023 conference in LA. I'll dive into my pitch, the event takeaways and the importance of stepping outside of your comfort zone. Now, let's talk!💕 FOLLOW Working Girl Talk on Instagram

What the duck? Updates from Apple’s WWDC, growing up as a ”social media baby” & communication at work

June 09, 2023 13:10 - 17 minutes - 24.4 MB

We’re back! Welcome to the newest season of WGT. Today, we’re diving into this week’s business headlines and different communication styles in the office. Check out today’s sponsor! Go to Bizinumbers.com to become a member and get personalized financial dashboards and support for you business or side hustle. Find your financial safe space with BiziNumbers. Today’s headlines: USA’s Most revenue generating businesses (50Pros/Fortune) Apple’s Ducking update (BBC) More updates from A...

WGT Takes NYC: Signal Awards Recap & Career Learning Lessons with Sydnie

January 31, 2023 13:23 - 36 minutes - 50.2 MB

Welcome to the newest season of Working Girl Talk! In our season opener, Abby sits down with her best friend Sydnie from a studio LIVE in NEW YORK CITY.🗽🌃🚖 The two besties are recapping their trip, talking about the pod's Signal Award win, and sharing some learning lessons for the working woman heading into the rest of 2023. FOLLOW Sydnie on TikTok @sydniestorer FOLLOW @workinggirltalk on Instagram, LinkedIn -- and now TikTok

The Battle Against Burn Out

October 21, 2022 18:22 - 15 minutes - 21.6 MB

Burn out. A buzzword you’ve probably heard many times throughout the last few years. You may have even used it to describe yourself. Today's episode is a raw and real conversation about my battle with burn out over the last few months and work avoidance (yes, it's a thing). Resources: The 5 Stages of Burn Out (Integris Health) A Guide to reducing Task Avoidance in the Workplace (WorkBrighter) FOLLOW Working Girl Talk on Instagram and LinkedIn. Thank you for being here! More episodes...

Guiltlessly Going After Your Dreams & Launching a Vegan Food Product with Shayne Hindes

June 10, 2022 13:50 - 32 minutes - 44.1 MB

Vegan, plant-based, keto-friendly, gluten free. You’ve probably heard these terms plenty of times recently. But how do you even start a food brand? Especially one that fits into the categories above? How do you bring your actual food product idea to life? And what are the learning lessons along the way? Today, you’ll get answers to that and more as I chat with Shayne Hindes, founder of Guiltless by Shayne. Guiltless is a plant-based and health conscious dessert brand. They have a variety o...

Why Are Zillennials So Unhappy At Work?

April 29, 2022 14:34 - 15 minutes - 21.2 MB

"Employees born between 1993 and 1998 are the most unsatisfied of all workers, according to a report from MetLife, an insurance and benefits company." - Fortune Why are Zillennials (a microgroup between Millennials and Gen Z) so unhappy at work? Why is job satisfaction across all generations the lowest it has been in 20 years? As someone who is passionate about the workplace and happiness in careers, these stats really struck me. Why is this happening? How can we fix it? I don't have all t...

7 Lessons From 27 Years

March 25, 2022 16:53 - 9 minutes - 13 MB

A ✨special edition✨ episode of Working Girl Talk! After a birthday week, Abby shares 7 lessons from 27 years of life. This Week's News: 📌 Instagram Launches Algorithm-Free Feed Sorting Options (Social Media Today) 📌 HubSpot Hack Leads to Data Breaches at BlockFi, Swan Bitcoin, NYDIG and Circle (Coin Desk) 📌 Uber shares up 5% after reaching deal to list NYC taxis on its app (CNBC) 📌 YouTube adds 4,000 free TV episodes (The Verge) FOLLOW Working Girl talk on Instagram and LinkedIn...

3 Simple Tips to Become a Better Communicator at Work

March 18, 2022 18:59 - 10 minutes - 14.4 MB

Communication is ✨everything✨ in the workplace. Today, we're talking three simple tips to become a better communicator at work. They'll help you sound more confident and clear and will help you become a better listener. Let's dive in! This Week's News: ⭐️ Netflix's new price change (The Verge) ⭐️ Amazon aquires MGM (Variety) ⭐️ TikTok nearing deal with Oracle (Social Media Today) ⭐️ Starbucks CEO to retire (Yahoo! Finance) ⭐️ IG users will be able to create NFTs (Gizmodo) FOLLOW Wo...

Get UNSTUCK in Your Career with Lia Garvin

March 11, 2022 17:25 - 45 minutes - 63.1 MB

Have you ever felt stuck? Stuck in your career, stuck in a project at work…If you have, you may have also wondered, “What’s making me feel stuck?” "Is there something I can do about it?" In today’s episode with Lia Garvin, you’ll discover yes, there is something you can do about it… starting right now. About Lia Garvin: Lia has spent a decade working in big tech, you may be familiar with some of the places she’s worked including Microsoft, Apple, and Google where she was the senior opera...

Feel Confident Asking For a Raise TODAY

March 04, 2022 21:16 - 19 minutes - 26.1 MB

A survey by Salary.com revealed that 44% of respondents claim to have never brought up the subject of a raise during their performance reviews.😱 Why are we so afraid to discuss raises and promotions? What’s holding us back? It may be something different for each of us. And while there’s no blanket why... In today’s episode, we’re diving into the how! How to bring up the raise topic and how to conquer some of the common mindset blocks around it. After today’s episode, get ready to never fe...

Do Dream Jobs Exist?

February 11, 2022 17:34 - 10 minutes - 14.5 MB

Do dream jobs actually exist? At some point, we've all wondered about achieving that "dream job." Maybe you feel like you've never had the dream job, don't even know what your dream job is, or you feel like you have the dream job but wonder, "If I really love what I do, why is it so hard?!" Maybe we're thinking about dream jobs ALL WRONG? We're diving how we can start thinking about dream jobs in a way that will, hopefully, make them more achievable — and make our careers more enjoyable! ...

8 Happy Headlines + Takeaways From That Viral New Hire Story

February 04, 2022 19:19 - 11 minutes - 15.4 MB

I think we all could use a little pick-me-up of happiness right now. One small step toward that, I’m changing up our usual biz and tech headlines today. On this episode, we’re talking through eight happy headlines! We're also diving into that viral Ask A Manager reader submission, "the new hire who showed up is not the same person we interviewed" - a WGT must-read!👀 This week's happy headlines: ⭐️ Last-resort cancer therapy holds back disease for more than a decade (Nature) ⭐️ Cincinnati...

WGT is BACK! All news: The 5G saga explained

January 21, 2022 20:37 - 12 minutes - 17.6 MB

Happy 2022! A little late is better than never, right? In today's episode we're covering major business and tech headlines that you NEED to know. Let's go! This week's news: ⭐️ Google is discontinuing its legacy free G Suite tier (9to5Google) ⭐️ YouTube doubling down on creator-generated content (Deadline) ⭐️ Become Marriott's TikTok ambassador (Marketing Dive) ⭐️ Twitter's inspiring new campaign (Fast Company) ⭐️ Chicken soup candles? Yep. (Marketing Dive) ⭐️ Netflix raises price...

2021 Best of: Salary Negotiations, Resumés and Leadership with Lucy Basta

December 17, 2021 15:28 - 11 minutes - 16.1 MB

Need motivation heading into the new year? Earlier this year, we had Lucy Basta on Working Girl Talk. Lucy is the co-founder of WorkWell, a company that’s placed over a 1000 people in high-paying jobs. This was the MOST popular guest episode of 2021 so I thought I’d bring back some pieces of wisdom from Lucy as we finish out the year. Today, you’ll hear some 📝 resumé tips, 💰salary negotiation best practices and ⚡️advice on leadership. If you want to hear the full episode, go back to episo...

Take Your Power Back in Job Interviews

November 24, 2021 17:24 - 14 minutes - 20.5 MB

Let's face it, job interviews are stressful and the power dynamic can feel one-sided at times. Today, we're talking about the simple lesson that you NEED to take to heart when it comes to job interviews. This mindset will help you feel more confident in job interviews and help save everyone time. This Week's News: ⭐️ Twitter's shopping stream (The Verge) ⭐️ Hollister and Snapchat team up (Modern Retail) ⭐️ Lush quits social media (Daily Hive)

Stop Staying Late at Work!

November 12, 2021 16:37 - 16 minutes - 23.1 MB

"Amerisleep polled 1,188 workers, 90% of which have stayed late at work by at least 15 minutes, and 75% say they’ve had a job that’s asked too much of them." (Ladders, Amerisleep) "Can you stay late?" or "I'll just do one more thing." can cause us to stay way later at work than we wanted or expected. And staying late past your work schedule may not be as beneficial as you think. In today's episode, we're starting the conversation about finding and maintaining balance with your work schedu...

Innovating the Activewear Industry with Emma Vollrath, CEO & founder of Emma Lou The Label

November 05, 2021 18:59 - 35 minutes - 49.4 MB

Have you ever had that feeling you were MEANT to do something? That voice in the back of your mind or even those little signs you see everywhere. You just can't shake that feeling. After noticing multiple of her personal training clients struggle with the same problem, Emma Vollrath decided she was the one to do something about it. Emma is the CEO & founder of Emma Lou The Label. She joins Working Girl talk to about her journey into creating her innovative activewear line. On This Epi...

Part 3: Workplace Horror Stories with Cathleen Daly

October 29, 2021 16:45 - 19 minutes - 26.7 MB

🎃 Embarrassing moments at work, awkward job interviews and a new advice column - Working Girl Talk Halloween has arrived! Join us if you dare... for a special Halloween episode. This time, we're joined by Cathleen Daly, blogger, brand strategist and past guest. ⭐️ Follow Working Girl Talk (@workinggirltalk) ⭐️ Folllow Cathleen (@discoveringdaly) 🎙Check out the first time Cathleen was on the show: Apple, Spotify

Getting Out of A Slump & Finding Motivation Again

October 22, 2021 16:46 - 15 minutes - 21.4 MB

Sometimes you are super motivated and can't wait to take on everything in your path.⚡️And other times, it's hard to get yourself to do anything.😅 That is what we call A SLUMP! We all hit slumps every once in a while. We hit that creative and motivational wall, and we feel we've lost that spark. It happens. Today, we're talking about some small things to help you get out of that slump and find motivation again. It takes time but let's do it together! This Week's News: 📌 Facebook to ch...

Best of Working Girl Talk: Start by Starting with Lisa Song Sutton & Sam Abrahart

October 15, 2021 18:25 - 14 minutes - 19.6 MB

The biggest step is to just get started but sometimes that can be the hardest one to take. But we all start somewhere. Today’s special Best Of episode looks back at how some of our favorite guests got their start in their business and career. Full episodes of today’s Best Of guests: ⭐️ Episode 29 with Sam Abrahart - Apple, Spotify ⭐️ Episode 52 with Lisa Song Sutton - Apple, Spotify Follow Working Girl Talk on Instagram and LinkedIn Want to do a good deed today? Tell us what y...

All news! Twitter allows tipping with Bitcoin & Facebook‘s new features.

September 24, 2021 15:29 - 12 minutes - 17.5 MB

This Week's Headlines: ⚡️ Twitter's allows tipping with Bitcoin (The Verge) ⚡️ El Salvador's cryptocurrency update (Fortune, Fortune CEO Daily) ⚡️ Toast makes a comeback on the stock exchange (Forbes, Under 30 Newsletter) ⚡️ Facebook announces new features (TechCrunch) FOLLOW @workinggirltalk on Instagram

Don‘t Let Fear Win! How to Move Past Your Fear & Do Big Things

September 17, 2021 17:17 - 15 minutes - 21.5 MB

Think about the last time you were afraid to do something. That fear of failure, fear that you’re not good enough, that panic to lead a meeting at work, to walk into an event alone, to ask someone for advice, etc... I recently had a HUGE epiphany when it comes to fear. And I'm here to say we don't have to let fear hold us back! Buckle up because we're going on a journey in this short, inspiring episode. ⭐️ Follow @workinggirltalk on Instagram for the latest business and tech news, workp...

Starting a Social Media Agency & Managing Mental Health in a Digital World with Becca Booker, Founder & CEO of Homemade Social

September 10, 2021 20:43 - 57 minutes - 79.1 MB

What started as a side hustle quickly turned into a profitable and powerful female empire supporting three employees and an extensive clientele with a growing waitlist. Becca Booker, CEO and founder of Homemade Social, joins us today! We discuss Becca's start in social, mental health and social media, learnings as a CEO, what their team looks for in social media managers and MORE! FOLLOW Becca (@bbooks ) and Homemade Social (@homemadesocial_) This Week's News: - Ray Ban and Faceboo...

Be a Delight to Work With! 6 Tips to Help You Be the Best Coworker

August 27, 2021 15:00 - 15 minutes - 21.2 MB

Have you ever worked with someone and thought, "They were so easy to work with!" or "I love working with them!" ? Don't we all want to be that person? Today, we're breaking down six tips to help you be the best coworker and the easiest person to work with. This Week's News: 📌 Walmart launches delivery service (Yahoo!) 📌 Warby Parker files for N.Y.S.E. (Dealbook with Andrew Ross Sorkin, SEC) 📌 Shopify and TikTok team up (The New York Times) 📌 Forbes to go public (CNBC, 1440 Daily Dig...

Toxic Productivity: 4 Reminders To Help You Handle It

August 13, 2021 12:00 - 16 minutes - 22.1 MB

Mae West once said, "Too much of a good thing can be wonderful." But what about productivity? We all have A LOT of responsibilities. In the race to get all of them done, we sometimes burn out, get hurt, get sick or even worse. I've learned recently that productivity is a balancing act --- there's a healthy dose and a toxic dose. I've experienced this firsthand and have learned a few things along the way. Today, I'm sharing four specific, personal learnings to help you avoid the burnout and...

Building A Juicy Brand & How Your Brand Can Create The Law of Attraction with Monique Bryan, Branding Expert & Entrepreneur

July 30, 2021 17:06 - 52 minutes - 71.9 MB

“You are whoever you say you are.” Are you telling your brand story how you want to be telling it? Monique Bryan brings over 15 years of top-level industry experience in the areas of product development, entrepreneurship, branding, business development, and personal styling today. Today, Monique runs a successful personal brand consultancy. In today’s episode: - Starting her career in fashion - Finding passion in your career - How getting breast cancer helped her start her current busine...

Robinhood's IPO, Netflix's Q2 Earnings Report & A Farmville-like Game Turned Into A Ponzi Scheme

July 23, 2021 20:16 - 8 minutes - 11.8 MB

Another all news episode! We're diving into some interesting business headliens from this week. - Netflix Q2 earnings report (CNBC, The Motley Fool) - Zoom's big purchase (Globe Newswire) - A Farmville clone turned into a ponzi scheme - yes, it's real (Rest of World) - Robinhood is set to go public (The New York Times)

All News! Become a Director of Taco Relations, Apple Employees Say WFH May Be Getting More Strict & Netflix Could Be Expanding Into Gaming?

July 16, 2021 16:19 - 18 minutes - 25.9 MB

Get the scoop on the business, tech and workplace headlines from this past week. - Become a director of taco relations (Progressive Grocer) - Apple employees want to work remotely (The Verge) - Facebook Pay to branch out (The Verge) - GMail's new security feature is rolling out (The Verge) - Move to Italy and start a business (CNN) - Sony's pulls ad (Polygon) - Gaming on Netflix? (CNET) - Dictionary adds new words (CNN, Dictionary.com)

Netflix Dives Deeper Into Podcasting, Chobani Is Going Public? & Embracing Change

July 09, 2021 16:28 - 12 minutes - 17.6 MB

Change is hard. And when I can’t find the inspiration and motivation in myself, I turn to the words of others. Think of today's episode as an audio Pinterest board - yes, we're making that a thing now. Here's your reminder that changing and growing are necessary parts of life - and you can conquer it! This Week's News: - Microsoft paying bonuses (CNBC, Fortune CEO Daily) - Richard Branson heads to space (Space, 1440 Newsletter) - Netflix hires former Apple Podcasts employee (Variety) ...

3 Simple Tips to Help Your Resumé Stand Out

July 02, 2021 15:12 - 17 minutes - 24 MB

With more companies hiring and more people rethinking their careers, right now is the perfect time to dust off the resumé! We're going over three easy steps you can take today to help your resumé get noticed. This Week's News: - LinkedIn data theft (Fortune) - TikTok rolling out longer videos (The Verge) - Amazon's big pod purchase (Podcast Business Journal) - Panera selling Au Bon Pain (CNN) - Gap's Yeezy brand could potentially make how much?! (NECN) FOLLOW Working Girl Talk ...

Don't Quit Your Daydream with Sage Aubrey, handbag designer & founder of SAGE AUBREY

June 25, 2021 18:27 - 59 minutes - 82.1 MB

ICON ALERT! Handbag designer, entrepreneur, mother, CEO, creator of the #SAGESQUAD -- the iconic Sage Loman joins us today! Sage launched her brand, SAGE AUBREY in 2015. The company was founded on the philosophy that women deserve honestly priced luxury. The brand is built on the foundations of quality, craftsmanship and kindness to the planet and women. On This Episode: - Sage's early start in entrepreneurship - Letting go of naysayers & negative energy - How she actually started c...

Refresh On Your 2021 Goals, My BTS Meal Experience & What Does Google's New Retail Shop Mean?

June 18, 2021 16:45 - 20 minutes - 28.1 MB

There are about six months left of 2021! Time is flying and it's the perfect opportunity to acknowledge your wins and set your focus on where you're going. Abby will be walking you through a checklist on assessing your goals and what step to take next. This is the perfect episode to come back to, month after month, year after year, to refresh and reset on your goals. But first, a lot happened this week in the tech and business world, let's start by diving into some headlines. This Week...

Switching Careers & Diving into Sustainable Fashion - Danielle Salinas & Shriya Bisht Misra, co-founders of Maison de Papillon & Project Gaia NYC

June 11, 2021 17:19 - 36 minutes - 49.9 MB

Have you ever wanted to take the leap and dive into a new career? If so, listen up! Today, we're chatting with Danielle and Shriya, co-founders of women's apparel line, Maison de Papillon, and Project Gaia NYC, a collaborative, multi-brand concept store showcasing elevated, purpose-driven brands. Both of them decided to switch career paths and ended up meeting at Parsons in NYC. They instantly connected and had the idea to create something chic, effortless and sustainable. In today’s ...

The Future of Work: Predictions & Priorities in Post-Pandemic Careers

May 28, 2021 18:30 - 18 minutes - 25 MB

Business Insider shared a post earlier this month that said, “A study from professional network app Blind shows employees prefer flexibility over a 30k raise." Seeing that sparked a lot of thoughts amongst myself and the WGT community. Thoughts about: how work from home is a more commonplace conversation in workplaces now, that WFH is actually something that could be a non-negotiable for someone taking a job vs. years past when it may not have been, thoughts about what's really a priority f...

PTO 101: How to Request Vacation Time (& Get It Approved!)

May 21, 2021 15:19 - 21 minutes - 29.9 MB

Vacation is all you’ve ever wanted, but how do you ask for it? I've seen a lot of memes and TikToks recently about PTO. A lot of them are to the effect of: "Me working on my day off to show my boss how dedicated I am." I laugh because it's relatable. But WHY is it relatable? Something so simple can bring a lot of stress. In today’s episode, we’re covering: ⭐️ How to ask for vacation time (and get it approved) ⭐️ How to prepare for your time off ⭐️ How to not work on your vacation time. ...

10 Lessons Learned From 100 Episodes

May 14, 2021 15:37 - 14 minutes - 19.5 MB

It's WGT 100!🎉 In today's episode, Abby shares 10 lessons learned from editing, creating and producing 100 episodes of the podcast. Get ready for some life lessons, laughs and inspiration. Thank you for supporting the show! Here's to 100 more episodes. ⭐️ Wish Working Girl Talk a happy 100 by sharing the show on your Instagram Story @workinggirltalk If WGT has provided any value to you, please leave a review and share the link to the show with someone who needs to hear it. This Week's...

Get Featured & Be Seen as an Industry Leader with Gloria Chou, PR guru

May 07, 2021 14:48 - 39 minutes - 53.7 MB

As a former TV producer and U.S. Diplomat, and now a PR expert, Gloria Chou has had a super diverse career path. Hers is a story of following your values and purpose when it comes to your career journey, no matter how uncertain or scary it may seem. If you want to be seen as a thought leader and share your story and insight with the world, get ready to take some notes. On this episode: ⭐️ Gloria's career path ⭐️ How to use rejection to your advantage ⭐️ Why do YOU need PR? ⭐️ Gloria's...

6 People Who Were NOT Overnight Success Stories

April 30, 2021 13:30 - 25 minutes - 34.6 MB

Today’s episode is for anyone who has ever thought: “That will never be me,” “What if I fail?” or “When will I make it?” Spoiler alert: Success doesn’t happen overnight. The brands and people we think of as successful and unattainable today, most likely started exactly where you are. These people and brands are years in the making. Today, we’re talking about six specific people that were not overnight successes. Resources for stories shared in today's episodes: Joel Clark • Medium • ...

Get Out of Your Career Comfort Zone with Anna Keenan of Kendra Scott & Self Made Sister Podcast

April 23, 2021 15:07 - 52 minutes - 72 MB

Anna Keenan is the Regional Marketing & Philanthropic Manager of Kendra Scott and the host of Self Made Sister Podcast. This episode is perfect for anyone who is on their career path and wondering what their next move is. It will show you that you’re right where you’re supposed to be, putting yourself out there makes a huge difference and growth can be a little bit uncomfortable (but worth it in the end). In This Episode: 💕 Handling career disappointment 💕 Starting a cupcake company ...

How To Quit Your Job

April 16, 2021 14:47 - 25 minutes - 34.7 MB

In episode 93, we talked about deciding when it’s time to leave a job. As promised, today we are talking about how to quit. Quitting is never easy. But there are some steps to take in advance, and during those two weeks, to make it easier for your employer and yourself. We are all about leaving on the best foot possible. In today's episode, you'll learn how to quit your job and not burn any bridges in the process. FOLLOW Working Girl Talk on Instagram (@workinggirltalk) Additional ...

Show Up & Serve! Diving Into Consumer Psychology with Irene Moore

April 09, 2021 15:07 - 40 minutes - 55.7 MB

From her start in the beauty industry at L’Oréal to running her own digital agency, Irene Moore is a consumer psychology expert and helps brands share their story with their ideal audiences. Irene joins us all the way from the U.K. to spill the tea ☕️ on how to connect with your audience and stand out of the crowd.✨ On this episode: Working at L’Oréal Corporate vs. owning a business Loneliness of entrepreneurship Getting her start in the beauty industry at Bobbi Brown Creating a rol...

Best & Worst Brand Campaigns of April Fools' Day 2021

April 02, 2021 15:08 - 20 minutes - 28.2 MB

Brands got into the April Fools' Day fun yesterday - some were good and some were...strange. We're diving into some of the best and worst brand campaigns on today's episode. Who is your top pick? FOLLOW Working Girl Talk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/workinggirltalk/ Sources: Subway: https://www.marketing-interactive.com/subway-my-puts-april-fools-twist-to-eat-fresh-slogan-by-creating-daily-face-wash Volkswagen: https://www.theverge.com/2021/3/30/22357166/volkswagen-name...

When Is It Time To Leave a Job?

March 26, 2021 15:28 - 19 minutes - 27 MB

It’s ok if you’ve outgrown a job or decide it’s not for you. But how do you know when it's time to leave a job? Quitting and starting over is stressful, so thinking and planning ahead is crucial before you put in that two weeks notice. As tough as it is, you’re the only one that can make this decision. The prompts discussed in today's episode can help you figure out your path and help you answer, "Should I stay or should I go?" Attitude quote (The Center of Work Ethic Development) Comf...

How To Raise Your Prices & Master Your Sales Calls with Jessica Marx

March 19, 2021 20:32 - 39 minutes - 54.4 MB

This is the perfect episode for young entrepreneurs and business owners! Jessica Marx, a business growth strategist who was recently named “Top Female Coach” by Yahoo! Finance, joins us for a walkthrough of launching your business. On This Episode: 💕 How to niche down services 💕 Creating a pricing model 💕 How to raise price and not lose clients 💕 How to feel more confident in sales 💕 What to focus on in your business 💕 Should you ever work for free? FOLLOW Jessica on Instagram a...