The Introverted Executive
119 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 months ago - ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsThe Introverted Executive Podcast is focused on helping Introverted women working within large organizations, rise to senior leadership - WITHOUT networking. If you are tired of feeling overlooked and underestimated while you make it all happen behind the scenes, this is the podcast for you!
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How to reclaim influence when undermined
September 23, 2023 17:50 - 21 minutes - 51.1 MBHave you ever felt a sinking sensation, an unsettling feeling that despite your sincere efforts, you are always trying to make the world a better place, in some way, with motivation driven by heartfelt purpose – that you are being deliberately undermined at work? If so, you’re not alone. In this episode, I'll help you navigate this situation. To listen to the episode about "Having your own Fan Club," mentioned in this episode: LISTEN HERE. To join the waitlist so you are the FIRST to kn...
From Hidden Gem to Workplace Star: Making Your Mark in Your Organization
September 11, 2023 05:43 - 20 minutes - 46.7 MBDoes the Senior Leadership Know Your Name? Do you know those moments at work when you feel like blending into the wallpaper? You're this hidden gem, but no one has the map to find you. Yeah, I've been there, and trust me, so many of the fantastic people I talk to feel the same way. Whenever someone like you shares their story with me, I always think, 'Wow, if only more people knew just how awesome they are.' You’ve got all these amazing talents and ideas, but sometimes it feels like you...
How and Why Executives Invest in Themselves
August 27, 2023 23:39 - 23 minutes - 55.2 MBWhen was the last time you decided to invest in yourself? I mean REALLY invest in yourself? Today, I want to talk to you about what I mean when I ask you that question and some of the ways you might consider making more significant investments in yourself that will propel you to your desired version of success. The "Looking for a Place to SHINE, from Underestimated to Executive" coaching program is OPEN for new clients. You don't have to wait until you are an executive to have your own co...
Breaking the Chain: Stop Negative Thinking in Its Tracks After a Big Mistake
August 12, 2023 23:09 - 22 minutes - 50.8 MBMaking a mistake, even what you consider a BIG mistake, isn’t necessarily a problem until you start beating yourself up over something that’s already done and can’t be undone. Your mind is tricky, and sometimes it can get stuck in a loop, especially if you feel shame, humiliation, deep regret, sadness, embarrassment, mortification, or possibly discredited. Maybe you find yourself saying, over and over, “Why did I do that? How could I have been so stupid? I’m a complete idiot!” These feeling...
What I did when someone called my life "TUMULTUOUS"
June 26, 2023 00:26 - 16 minutes - 37 MBI know you're doing everything you can to lean fully into the complete experience of life. You’re going for it in your career, relationships, family, and overall experiences. No matter how hard you try, and even if you have a similarly motivated family – things will never be perfect, not even close. So, what do you do when other people describe your life with negative adjectives? Listen to this episode to find out what I do in these situations. Do you want to know when my executive coa...
How to Choose if You Should Stay or Leave Your Current Job
June 11, 2023 18:08 - 19 minutes - 46.2 MBInevitably, when you're looking to grow in your career, you will come to a crossroads and have to decide if it is time to leave your current organization. As with most things, there are pros and cons to the approach you take. This is a very personal decision; ultimately, you must choose which option is right for you. This episode will give help you navigate this decision. DM me at @introvertedexecutive on Instagram.com/introvertedexecutive ----------------------------- Do you w...
The 13th Week: My Secret to Success
October 24, 2022 01:00 - 18 minutes - 44 MBOne of my secrets to powerful goal accomplishment and building the career and life you have always dreamed of is to not only set big goals but then to check in periodically on the progress you're making. This includes a fresh intentional decision that you want to continue to pursue the goals you have been working toward. It's what you do in the 13th week that makes all the difference. It's that 13th week when you make your luck, so to speak. In this episode, I will walk you through, step-b...
Be an Example of What's Possible: How Your Success Helps Those Around You
October 16, 2022 22:39 - 14 minutes - 34.9 MBHave you ever felt a touch of guilt because you think you might be getting too successful or that you are selfish for wanting a more significant life? Do you think you'd be a better mom if you didn’t work or if you had a more straightforward career with less responsibility? Do you ever feel others judge you for your success or for your desire to be more successful? If so, this episode is for you! Do you want to know when my executive coaching program opens to take in new clients next? Subs...
Afraid of What You'll Leave Behind? When your goal requires a big change
October 10, 2022 23:04 - 14 minutes - 33.3 MBAs you rise and grow in your career and as your vision of what you want gets more apparent, at some point, you’ll realize that if you want to take that next step, you’ll end up leaving some parts of the life you’re currently living behind. This can seem very scary and uncertain. In many cases, you might even pass up on something you really want and believe in due to the anxiety and fear that such a change will bring. That is what we'll dig into in this episode. Here is the FREE resource...
What's Your Humble Quest?
July 18, 2022 01:29 - 18 minutes - 42 MBIs there any chance that being "humble" is holding you back? Make no mistakes, I want you to remain humble and authentic to who you are meant to be. The thing is, that the way YOU define "humble" might be creatling a glass celing. This is a glass celing of your own creation. Today, you will define humble in a way that honors where you have been while you remain persistenly driven toward your own purpose driven life! --------- Do you want to know when my executive coaching opens to tak...
How to Manage Anxiety on Your Way to Senior Leadership
April 10, 2022 23:14 - 20 minutes - 46.9 MBAs you grow in your career and take on greater responsibility, it is very likely that even if anxiety was not an issue for you in the past, or if you have never admitted it (even to yourself) it will start to make more appearances in your life. This episode will empower you to manage it in a way that will allow you to step into all that is possible for you in your amazing life! Do you want to know when my executive coaching opens to take in new clients again? Subscribe to the "Rise and Shin...
Process E-Mail Like a Busy Executive
March 27, 2022 23:10 - 24 minutes - 54.9 MBDo you ever marvel how it seems like some people never forget about anything they delegate or how some people seem highly focused and responsive in spite of how busy they are? If you listen to this podcast all the time, this one is going to be a bit different. This is a “just do it and get it under control” kind of episode. Resources mentioned in this episode: 1. My favorite planner: The FULL FOCUS Planner by Michael Hyatt. 2. "Getting Things Done" by David Allen 3. Stack Method for...
The Fastest Way to Rise at Work: Take Initiative That Matters
March 21, 2022 04:17 - 14 minutes - 32.6 MBIf you’re listening to this podcast, I know you already DO have initiative, but this episode is not about the everyday run-of-the-mill initiative. You only get so much energy every day, so I want you to use it well. This episode will focus on the best way for you to use that initiative so that you get noticed in a positive light and so your senior leadership begins to see you as a high potential for executive positions. Do you want to know when my executive coaching opens to take in new cl...
Strengthening Your Influence: The Necessity of a Professional 'Fan Club'
March 14, 2022 04:00 - 20 minutes - 47 MBAs you rise in your career, you must find a way to widen your circle and find new over-lapping circles, which will help you spread the word about what you’re doing without having to be in the spotlight all the time. That's where a fan club or “followerships” come into play. Do you want to know when my executive coaching opens to take in new clients again? Subscribe to the "Rise and Shine" Newsletter, curated for introverted women who want to rise to executive leadership; when my program ...
How to Find Career Opportunities You Love
March 13, 2022 23:53 - 18 minutes - 42.5 MBIt's tempting to focus on job boards and online job sites when you are ready for a new career opportunity, especially if you lean toward the introverted side. These sites do work sometimes, but there are a few ways that are MUCH more powerful if you want to end up in a job you love. JobStars.com - FInd Professional Organizations Click here for the GET PROMOTED IN 10 DAYS CHALLENGE Do you want to know when my executive coaching opens to take in new clients again? Subscr...
Invisible Leaders: How to Shine When You Feel Overlooked
March 07, 2022 05:18 - 16 minutes - 38.2 MBDo you ever feel like you are working hard but are overlooked for promotions or recognition? If so, you're not alone. Many introverted leaders feel this way. Just like you, the one who holds the team together, always ensures deadlines are met, yet you don't always get the credit you deserve. In this episode today, we’ll talk about how you can shine when you feel overlooked and undervalued. If you want to be alerted when my executive coaching opens to take in new clients again, subscribe ...
Can You Change Your Past?
February 28, 2022 00:24 - 11 minutes - 29 MBYou have a handful of stories that you tell about your life. These stories like, "I am a single mom," or "I grew up poor," describe where you have been and how you got here. Where did these stories come from? In today’s episode, I will help you create a definition of yourself that inspires you. This will be a deeply authentic and powerful definition that will propel you into all that is possible for you and who you want to be. If you want to be alerted when my executive coaching opens ...
Five Ways To Be More Assertive (Not Aggressive)
February 21, 2022 04:14 - 21 minutes - 49.8 MBThink about your typical day at work. Do you ever have difficulty asking for help? How often do you feel like you're doing all the work no one else wants to do, behind the scenes, because you know it must get done? Even if you have a team of people to delegate to – you think it’s easier just to do it yourself than to deal with the imagined discomfort of tasking someone else or asking for assistance. If this sounds like your day, this episode is for you. If you want to be alerted when my e...
Are You Too Young to be an Executive?
February 14, 2022 01:00 - 15 minutes - 35.3 MBAre you too young to be a CEO or a member of the executive team? I know this is a thought that a lot of people have about themselves when they are rising in an industry. In this episode, I’ll give you some of the usual criteria used for selecting executive-level leaders and various scenarios by which you could find yourself at the executive level earlier than you expected. Resources referenced: https://acorn-advisors.com/ceo-selection-and-evaluation-criteria/ https://leadership...
Are You Ready to Level-Up Your Professionalism?
February 07, 2022 04:00 - 18 minutes - 42.4 MBIf you are like me, now and then, you come to a fork in the road, and you know it’s time to decide you are either going to settle and this is as good as it gets – OR it’s you have to decide that it’s time to level up. You know my perspective on things, and I know you feel it too: you are here for a reason, and to fully realize that purpose, you must DECIDE that you will live up to your full capability and realize the impact you were born to make. If you want to be alerted when my executiv...
How to be a Champion for Change: A Key to Rapid Promotions
January 31, 2022 00:35 - 14 minutes - 32.8 MBWe live in a dynamic world. This is one opportunity for introverts to shine. You're analytic, a deep thinker, and can process large amounts of data. You notice it all. Because of this, you likely see changes coming before others. It's what you do once you notice the change that makes all the difference... If you want to be alerted when my executive coaching opens to take in new clients again, subscribe to the "Rise and Shine" Newsletter, where you will also get weekly accountability, acti...
Are you too tactical? How to Grow Your Strategic Muscles
January 23, 2022 16:30 - 15 minutes - 34.9 MBHave you ever been told that you are too tactical? If you feel stuck in place and have difficulty being seen as having a high potential for an executive position, you may need to flex those strategic muscles a bit more. If you want to be alerted when my executive coaching opens to take in new clients again, subscribe to the "Rise and Shine" Newsletter, where you will also get weekly accountability, activities, tips, and tricks to continue to rise in your organization. If you have any que...
Fact Check: This Misconception You Believe 100% Is Your Worst Block
January 16, 2022 06:08 - 10 minutes - 24.3 MBYou have deep-seated beliefs that feel like they’ve always been there. You don’t even question them; because, to you, they are “just the way things are”. You accepted the reality long ago. In your brain, they are a stone-cold fact. If you're wrong, you could completely change your entire trajectory! If you want to be alerted when my executive coaching opens to take in new clients again, subscribe to the "Rise and Shine" Newsletter, where you will also get weekly accountability, activities...
Fact Check: This Misconception You Believe 100% is your worst block
January 16, 2022 06:08 - 10 minutes - 24.3 MBYou have deep-seated beliefs that feel like they’ve always been there. You don’t even question them; because to you, they are “just the way things are”. You accepted the reality long ago. In your brain they are a stone-cold fact. If you're wrong, you could completely change you entire trajectory! If you want to be alerted when my executive coaching opens to take in new clients again, subscribe to the "Rise and Shine" Newsletter, where you will also get weekly accountability, activities, t...
Underestimated at work? Use it to your advantage
January 10, 2022 00:46 - 18 minutes - 42.4 MBDo you feel like you're outgrowing your role? You’ll know you're underestimated if you are asking for bigger roles, bigger projects, more responsibility. You only get positive feedback, but It seems like no one – not even your direct supervisor is interested in letting you push past your boundaries and grow to the next level. In this episode I'll let you know a secret: You can use this moment to your advantage! If you want to be alerted when my executive coaching opens to take in new clien...
Underestimated at Work? Use it To Your Advantage.
January 10, 2022 00:46 - 18 minutes - 42.4 MBDo you feel like you're outgrowing your role? You’ll know you're underestimated if you ask for more prominent roles, significant projects, and responsibility. You only get positive feedback, but It seems like no one – not even your direct supervisor is interested in letting you push past your boundaries and grow to the next level. In this episode, I'll let you know a secret: You can use this moment to your advantage! If you want to be alerted when my executive coaching opens to take in ne...
3 Strategies to Increase Executive Potential For Introverts
January 03, 2022 00:37 - 16 minutes - 38.2 MBYou often feel invisible because you are quieter than the extroverted leaders in your organization. Yet, you notice all the details, facial expressions, and body language that others seem to miss. You wonder why people don’t notice that this project could benefit from something happening over there, yet you don’t say anything because you feel it’s obvious. This episode will change your mindset and give you three steps to be seen as a thought leader in your organization. Get the correspon...
The power of collaboration to get BIG things done
October 25, 2021 01:29 - 15 minutes - 35.1 MBI want you to be THE ONE in your area of expertise, no matter where you sit in the organization, to notice opportunities where you can step up and decide to build a coalition of your own for a problem that YOU know should be fixed. Subscribe to my Newsletter for ongoing accountability, tips, tricks, and great information curated especially for aspiring introverted executives! If you have any questions or want to connect, email me at [email protected]. Click here to leav...
Breaking the Cycle: Transform Your Life Beyond Comfort and Ease
October 17, 2021 22:31 - 20 minutes - 47.9 MBHow does genetic predisposition block your success? Humans are creatures of habit. We find ways to get through life that keep us safe, fed, and comfortable. We have all of our genetic history working to ensure we have a safe place to sleep and food in our belly so we have the energy to find new food tomorrow. This is how we stay alive. Our genetic predisposition also drives us to find the easiest way to get the food and the safety. In other articles, I have talked about ways to remove fric...
STOP Recycling Your Life and Expect a New Outcome
October 17, 2021 22:31 - 20 minutes - 47.9 MBThere is a difference between a smooth functioning, high potential life and a life where ease and comfort are your primary goal. If you are interested in changing your life's trajectory, then it’s time to decide you will do some things differently. Newsletter for ongoing accountability, tips and tricks, and tons of great information. If you have any questions or want to connect with me, email me at [email protected] or call me at (724) 374-8362 and leave a voice message....
5 Ways Successful Women Reduce Friction in Their Life
September 07, 2021 02:55 - 24 minutes - 56.5 MBYour life doesn't have to be a constant barrage of unexpected struggles to overcome. Ready to take your game to a new level? Here are 5 ways to smooth life processes so you can avoid obstacles coming at you like you're Keanu Reeves in The Matrix, you know the scene… Newsletter for ongoing accountability, tips and tricks, and tons of great information. If you have any questions or want to connect with me, email me at [email protected] or call me at (724) 374-8362 and lea...
Solve Your Worst Decision Paralysis in 5 Steps
July 26, 2021 07:00 - 25 minutes - 59.3 MBYour brain will create the most incredible things and all you have to do is decide ahead of time what you want and then keep the promises to yourself. When you do that enough in the same direction, you will achieve practically everything you set out to achieve. Subscribe to the Rise and Shine Newsletter for ongoing accountability, tips and tricks, and tons of great information. If you have any questions or want to connect with me, email me at [email protected] or call m...
10 steps to exude more confidence in life
July 12, 2021 07:00 - 22 minutes - 53.1 MBYour brain is programmed to see what’s wrong because it's trying to protect you, so that’s what it’s always looking for. Your brain will spend all day searching and finding negative thoughts that create negative emotions just so you will go somewhere safe and hide. This is the opposite of self-confidence and I’ll tell you how to turn it around in this episode. Subscribe to the Rise and Shine Newsletter for ongoing accountability, tips and tricks, and tons of great information. I talked...
How To Best Deal When the Weight of Responsibility Crushes You
July 06, 2021 04:01 - 19 minutes - 45.2 MBInevitably when you get into a position where you are growing and out of your comfort zone, you are going to have days like this. Even if you have been in the workforce for many years, sometimes that only means that your problems are bigger and the impact of your decisions can be even more substantial. So – this episode applies to you just as much. Subscribe to the Rise and Shine Newsletter for ongoing accountability, tips and tricks, and tons of great information. If you have any quest...
Try this Hack to Rock Your Zoom Interview
June 28, 2021 07:00 - 19 minutes - 45.9 MBZoom interviews offer an amazing opportunity, especially for introverts and people who like to do a ton of preparation. You can take that preparation to an entirely new level when you interview via Zoom. We’ll dive in deep on the best ways to take your Zoom Interviews to a new level in this episode, plus I’ll share one hack that you are CRAZY to not take advantage of if you are interviewed via Zoom. Subscribe to the Rise and Shine Newsletter for ongoing accountability, tips and tricks, an...
The biggest career mistake you can make: Tell Yourself No
June 21, 2021 04:30 - 19 minutes - 44.6 MBI almost made the biggest career mistake of my entire life this year. Oh yeah – I almost blew it. I almost ruined my chance. I almost failed – it was so close. Looking back now, I can’t believe how close I came to losing out on a big opportunity. What did I do that was so horrible? That is exactly what I’ll detail for you in this episode today. Subscribe to the Rise and Shine Newsletter for ongoing accountability, tips and tricks, and tons of great information. If you have any questi...
How You Might Fail Before You Start
March 01, 2021 06:09 - 23 minutes - 54 MBIf you have a big or important goal that you want to achieve, then today’s episode is going to make a huge difference in the way you go about making that happen. This is the difference between a life plan that is mainly dependent on winning the lottery (you know, sitting around waiting for fortune to rain down on you) or taking that dream that has always been in your head and going after it with all you have to make it real. Subscribe to the Rise and Shine Newsletter for ongoing accountab...
10 Ways a Career Coach Will Supercharge Your Path
February 22, 2021 08:00 - 18 minutes - 43 MBThe decision to hire a Career Coach is an investment and a commitment you make in yourself. It is a decision that you are no longer playing small. You are ready to get serious, to go pro. You are ready to reach for your highest potential self! SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER for ongoing accountability, tips and tricks, and tons of great information. If you have any questions or want to connect with me, email me at [email protected] or call me at (724) 374-8362 and leave a voice ...
The #1 Way You Block Your Best Life
February 16, 2021 03:20 - 21 minutes - 49.5 MBIf you get nothing else out of this episode today, get clear with the impact you care to make in this world, and then set out to create it. Do this in big ways and small ways, but spend your energy dreaming of the change and then making it happen. SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER for ongoing accountability, tips and tricks, and tons of great information. If you have any questions or want to connect with me, email me at [email protected] or call me at (724) 374-8362 and leave a vo...
Corporate Stockholm Syndrome and Toxic Leadership
February 08, 2021 08:30 - 36 minutes - 83.3 MBHave you heard of Corporate Stockholm Syndrome? If this type of behavior is tolerated, It will only inspire others to lead in this manner and will spoil the entire organizational culture and output. The ultimate loser will be the customer. If you are like me, and working in an industry where you are very passionate about your customer, where lives could be on the line. There is zero room to let such behavior spread. SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER for ongoing accountability, tips and tricks, ...
Childhood Adversity Drives Many High Achievers
February 01, 2021 01:00 - 35 minutes - 81.9 MBMany young people, maybe just like you — grow up and do well in the world, not just in spite of the difficulties they have known, but maybe even because of them. If you had a hard childhood, you may have developed some of the "powers" described in this podcast episode. SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER for ongoing accountability, tips and tricks, and tons of great information. If you have any questions or want to connect with me, email me at [email protected] or call me at (724) 3...
Organize Your Closet to Get Promoted
January 25, 2021 01:56 - 21 minutes - 51.4 MBYou are one whole person who wants to live a great life and make an impact in a career that you love. Today’s podcast is an example of a small step toward your goals – one that can have BIG benefits in the long run. The simple act of cleaning out your closet, in the way I am going to teach you, will have many benefits to your career, no matter what field your dream job is in! SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER for ongoing accountability, tips and tricks, and tons of great information. If you have ...
Self Care for High Achievers
January 19, 2021 02:34 - 24 minutes - 58 MBYour life didn’t stop just because a worldwide pandemic hit and the political situation in the United States became a tinderbox in so many ways this past year. You have kids to nurture through this, parents you can’t see, and love that's strained because you are both stressed and showing that stress in different ways. There is nothing like uncertainty to exponentially increase anxiety and stress levels. It's time to take a breath, center yourself, and take time to just love and care for you....
Transform Your Life in 2021
January 04, 2021 02:59 - 25 minutes - 59.5 MBThe concept in this episode will completely blow your mind. If you go all-in on it, by the end of 2021, you won’t even recognize yourself – and I mean that in the best way possible. This is not another "not a resolution, but a goal" podcast. This is something WORTHY of who you are meant to be. BEWARE: This episode is only for the bold. 😎 SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER for ongoing accountability, tips and tricks, and tons of great information. If you have any questions or want to connect with m...
You are the Gift. Why you must share your talents with the world.
December 21, 2020 05:17 - 19 minutes - 45 MBYou are a gift. A beautiful, wonderful, complex, special, and unique gift. And, there is someone who is wishing on every star for you right this moment. No, they might not know your name right now, and they aren’t sure exactly what it is that they do need – but they know they need something, and YOU are the person that God put on this planet who is the answer to their prayers. You are the one who will finally bring them peace of mind, solutions, a way forward. You are here to bring them hop...
No Phone at Work? Manage Tasks Like a Boss Anyway
December 14, 2020 13:00 - 32 minutes - 76.1 MBIn my business/work life I have an interesting problem, one that some of you may have as well. Due to concerns over intellectual property or other types of security, many companies and organizations will not allow you to take your cell phones, iPads, or even smartwatches into your workspaces. Considering the way most of us work these days, this is hard to comprehend. In this episode, I explain my task management system, which works no matter where I am and with or without a phone! SUBSCR...
Opportunity is Knocking: Are your résumé and portfolio up to date?
December 08, 2020 05:18 - 27 minutes - 63.8 MBA person with Executive Presence will be ready when that amazing opportunity comes knocking. When you arrive at an interview (even if it is on Zoom) with a neat, professional appearance, the picture of poise -- others will take note. When they then ask you for examples of your work, and you open your book to the exact page and highlight the perfect example, you will come across as organized, methodical, and prepared. These moments are always impressive. The best way to curate these momen...
How you are losing control of your life and 5 steps to keep it from slipping out of your hands
November 30, 2020 18:14 - 28 minutes - 66.7 MBNothing stays the same and that pertains to your life. You're either growing abundance in or you are shrinking within your life – playing small. Even if you think you are in an “ok place” right now, but you don't take one step toward the positive side, your life may start to slip. It will happen slowly at first, then before you know it, you can end up on loose gravel and find yourself barreling toward the canyon floor. I'll give you 5 steps to stop the slip and to propel your life into 20...
Something Worth Leaving Behind
November 25, 2020 07:07 - 15 minutes - 36.4 MBWhat if we spent more time thinking about what we could make better rather than on everything that seems so wrong? Just imagine what a wonderful world that would be. All it takes is each one of us deciding, today, that we are going to do our part. Are you ready to do something worth leaving behind? This episode will help you figure out what your life's legacy is and how to get to work creating it! SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER for ongoing accountability, tips and tricks, and tons of great info...
When You Make $100K and Hate Your Job
November 16, 2020 08:00 - 15 minutes - 37 MBIf you make $100K, then you are in the top 9% of all income earners in the US. You can kill yourself to get to this milestone and realize, when you get here, that you are absolutely miserable. In this episode, we'll talk about what you can do about it. Schedule your 1:1 COACHING session here! Just scroll down to the page to find all the coaching options. Choose the one that is right for you. I look forward to working with you! SUBSCRIBE TO NEWSLETTER for ongoing accountability, tips a...