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âWe all have different levels of fear and doubt about our capabilities, embrace that and lean into your past wins, lean into those moments when you were afraid, exhausted, werenât sure and yet still managed to get through it; see the result, refer to that, and keep going.â
In this episode of Have A Seat, I sit down with Velera Wilsonâglobal speaker and author of Youâre Absolutely Worth It, for a candid conversation about confidence, self-worth, and what it really takes to stop playing small at work.
Velera shares how she went from being the âonly one in the roomâ to becoming a powerful voice for women ready to break free from imposter syndrome, perfectionism, and people-pleasing.
From learning how to âdo it scaredâ to asking for what you truly deserve, this episode is packed with mindset shifts, real talk, and permission to start showing up like you already belongâbecause spoiler alert: you do.
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Velera Wilson
https://www.linkedin.com/in/velera-wilson/
Youâre Absolutely Worth It
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"Those shifts [in work culture] allowed me to remain very career-driven and productive. If they hadnât happened, I couldâve easily been part of the statistics of women who left the workforce because it was just too much."Huong:
"If a plant doesnât thrive in the garden, we donât blame the plantâwe look at the environment. Itâs the same in the workplace. We need to ask: What needs to change to help this person thrive?"In this insightful and heartfelt episode of Have a Seat, I sit down with Angela Smith and Huong Bui, co-founders of KaleidoWork, to explore what it truly means to create human-centric workplaces.
Drawing from their rich leadership experience and coaching work, Angela and Huong unpack the beliefs, behaviors, and systems that shape how we workâand how we can do it better. From redefining leadership and boundaries to dismantling outdated 9-to-5 norms, these two powerhouse women share powerful strategies for sustainable leadership and workplace well-being.
If youâve ever felt burned out, unseen, or boxed in by traditional expectations, this conversation offers a refreshing, compassionate, and action-forward perspective.
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www.kaleidowork.com
https://www.youtube.com/@kaleidowork
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What keeps me going is knowing how important this role is and how we can learn and grow in these roles but the key is to know who you are and see yourself. Know your work and know your worth. ~ Kathy
Having a lack of confidence not only begins to play on your own psyche, self esteem and self worth, but it will begin to also show up in your money, in missed promotions, opportunities and stretch assignments. ~ Rhonda
In this episode, I sit down with the dynamic duo behind The BEA Network â Kathy A. Adams and Rhonda Augustus â two powerhouse executive assistants, leaders, and changemakers who are expanding whatâs possible in the admin profession.
We chat about their inspiration for launching The Black Executive Admin Network, the importance of visibility and voice for Black admin professionals, and how their own career journeys led them to build the kind of community they wish they had.
If youâve ever felt like there wasnât space for you at the table, this conversation is your reminder that you can build your own â and invite others to thrive alongside you.
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Rhonda Augustus
Website: The Confident Communicator
LinkedIn: (2) Rhonda Augustus | LinkedInKathy A. Adams, MBA â Your #1 Admin Advocate
Website: KathyAAdams.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathyaadams-mba/Business LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/gfTFvirN
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"You donât have to be composed 100% of the time. You donât have to be the steady one, the cheerful one, the âoffice therapistâ every single day. You can be messy. You can be human. And you can still be amazing at your job."
In this heartfelt solo episode, I get real about a part of the admin role we donât talk about enough: emotional labor.
From holding space for overwhelmed coworkers to staying composed while managing total chaos, admin professionals often carry the invisible weight of everyone elseâs emotions â all while keeping their own in check. Sound familiar? Youâre not alone.
Tune in as I unpack what emotional labor looks like in our world, how it shows up day after day, the toll it can quietly take, and how to start caring for yourself in the process. Itâs honest, validating, and a must-listen for anyone whoâs ever smiled through the stress and said, âItâs fine.â
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âWeâre not just welcoming someone to the team â weâre helping them feel like they actually belong there.â
In this solo episode of Have a Seat, we're talking onboarding â but not from the new hire's perspective. Nope, this oneâs for the admin professionals who actually make onboarding work.
From scheduling smarter 1:1s and dropping office culture cheat codes, to giving real campus tours (yes, the bathroom matters) and sharing local lunch secrets, Iâm spilling the admin-side tea on how to make someone feel welcome and equipped.
Whether you're in the office or onboarding from afar, this episode is your reminder that when it comes to first impressions, weâre the ones who make it make sense.
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"Sometimes it's not what you say, but how you say it that makes all the difference."
Ever had one of those service experiences that just stuck with you? In this weekâs mini episode of Have a Seat, I share a recent interaction with a rental car company that got me thinking about the power of perceptionâand how admin professionals are often the first impression, the voice, and the vibe of the entire organization.
Whether youâre answering the phone, drafting an email, or greeting a guest, how you show up matters (even on a random Tuesday at 4:30). Tune in for a quick, honest reminder of why your presence as an admin pro carries more weight than you thinkâand how stellar communication can leave a lasting impact.
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âItâs OK, you can thrive in your career and still desire a thriving relationship, one doesnât have to come at the expense of another.â
Can you really lead in your career and still have a life? This weekâs guest, career success coach Sara Spencer, says absolutely yes â and sheâs here to show us how.
In this energizing conversation, Sara shares her personal journey from burnout to balance and how it inspired her to help other women leaders do the same. We dive into what it means to redefine success, make room for relationships and joy, and stop glorifying the âalways onâ hustle.
If youâve ever felt like you had to choose between ambition and well-being, this oneâs for you.
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Sara Spencer
https://www.instagram.com/saraspencercoaching/
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarabspencer/
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âYour job title didnât give you your worth â that was all you.â
This special mini-episode of Have a Seat is dedicated to the admin professionals who may not have a team to celebrate with this Admin Professionals Month.
Whether you're in between roles, navigating a layoff, or just in a quieter season of your career, this honest and heartfelt message is for you.
This is a reminder that your worth isnât tied to your job title â you matter, you're seen, and you're not alone.
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âBurnout isnât a badge of honor. Itâs a warning sign that somethingâs out of balance â and you donât have to earn your exhaustion to be worthy.â
Feeling stretched thin and running on fumes? Youâre not alone. In this energizing episode of Have a Seat, Iâm joined by the incredible Dr. Jen Harrison, a dissertation coach, mental health advocate, and fierce champion for women navigating high-pressure spaces.
We dive into the realities of burnout, the myths weâve been sold about pushing through exhaustion, and how to build sustainable boundaries that actually stick. Dr. Jen shares her wisdom on reclaiming your space, protecting your energy, and why burnout is not a badge of honor â itâs a warning sign.
If youâve been waiting for permission to step off the hamster wheel, this is it.
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Read Write Perfect
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-harrison-769a89172/
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"Your EA isnât just keeping your schedule running â theyâre keeping your world in motion."
This week on Have A SeatâŠConversations With Women in the Workplace, Iâm flipping the mic and speaking directly to the executives, managers, and teams lucky enough to work alongside an executive assistant.
In honor of Admin Professionals Month, weâre getting real about what it actually means to work with an EAâand spoiler alert: itâs a lot more than managing calendars and booking travel.
From letting your EA in on the big picture to treating them like the strategic partner they are, Iâm dishing out the dos, the donâts, and the âplease stop doing thatsâ of this crucial working relationship.
If youâre ready to level up how you collaborate with your EA (and make your life a whole lot easier in the process), hit play.
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âIt starts with a why; if you donât have a reason why you want to make health changes and better lifestyle changes in your life, youâre always going to default to whatâs comfortable.â
Feeling like your energyâs on a permanent coffee break? Youâre not aloneâand todayâs guest knows exactly how that feels.
In this episode of Have a Seat, Iâm joined by the vibrant and inspiring Adrienne Simmons, a health and wellness coach whoâs on a mission to help us reclaim our vitality as we age.
Once known as the âEnergizer Bunny,â Adrienne hit a wall in her 50s that left her tired, foggy, and facing a scary pre-diabetes diagnosis. But instead of accepting that as her new normal, she took charge and created a lifestyle reboot that brought her energyâand joyâroaring back.
If youâve been feeling stuck, sluggish, or stretched too thin, this episode is the wake-up call your body and mind have been waiting for.
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Energy For Life
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1559175091214903/
http://www.linkedin.com/in/adrienne-simmons-69087716/
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"Every roller coaster has a peak and a plunge, but itâs the journey that makes the ride unforgettable."
As we step into a new season, Iâm opening up about some of lifeâs unexpected twists and turnsâboth personal and professional.
In this episode, I share the bittersweet reality of navigating a return-to-office mandate at my current job, which has sparked an exciting (and slightly nerve-wracking) decision to start my own career pathway.
Iâll also talk about a recent unsettling experienceâan attempted break-in at our homeâand the surprising importance of community support in times of uncertainty.
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âThe feminine way has nothing to do with competition, itâs very collaborative, it looks for answers that will serve everyone, that will be the highest good for everyone involved.â
What if building a successful business wasnât about hustling harder but about embracing your feminine power and intuition?
In this episode of Have A Seat, I sit down with Julie FouchtâWitchpreneur, Business Coach, and Podcasterâto talk about The Art of Feminine Business and why traditional, masculine-driven strategies donât always work for women.
Julie shares how failure is really just a correction point, why taking risks is key to growth, and how surrounding yourself with a supportive community of women can transform the way you show up in business and life.
If you're ready to create success on your terms, this episode is a must-listen!
Ways to connect with Julie:
The Art of Feminine Business by Julie Foucht
https://twitter.com/juliefoucht
https://www.instagram.com/artoffemininebusiness/
https://www.facebook.com/coachjulz
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOGZzDaBLIEI4H4ickTVszA
https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachjulz/
The Art of Feminine Business with Julie Foucht
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"Supporting executives remotely isnât about just keeping upâitâs about staying ahead. The more strategic we are with communication, priorities, and workflows, the more essential we become."
Supporting executives remotely isnât just about keeping upâitâs about staying ahead. In this episode, weâre diving into the strategies that make virtual executive support seamless, from managing competing priorities and streamlining communication to resolving conflicts and optimizing workflows.
Whether you're handling one exec or juggling multiple leaders, Iâm sharing real-life tactics to keep things running smoothlyâwithout losing your sanity.
If youâre an EA or AA navigating the remote work world, this episode is packed with practical tips to help you level up your support and truly own your role.
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"Communication isnât just about talkingâitâs about talking effectively. Itâs about making sure your message lands the way you intend it to, whether thatâs with your exec, your team, or even yourself."
Communication isnât just about talkingâitâs about being heard, understood, and making an impact. In this episode, Iâm diving into the art of workplace communication, from keeping your executive informed to ensuring your team has what they needâwithout overloading them with unnecessary details.
Plus, Iâm sharing real-life examples of tough conversations Iâve had (and will have!) and how Iâm navigating them with confidence.
If you've ever struggled with getting your message across more effectively, this episode is packed with practical tips to help you communicate with clarity, purpose, and a little bit of humor.
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âItâs important that whatever you do resonates with your spirit and resonates with who you areâ
In Loving Memory of Nadine King
In this special in memoriam episode, I am honored to re-release my conversation with the incredible Nadine KingâEA coach, author, pastor, and founder of Black Admin Magic.
I had been a longtime admirer of Nadineâs work, and when we had the opportunity to collaborate as contributors for Melissa Peoplesâ e2 Conference in early 2020, I was beyond thrilled. She was a powerhouse in our industryâa thought leader who led with wisdom, authenticity, and an unwavering commitment to uplifting others.
This conversation remains one of the most empowering and insightful Iâve had, and Iâm proud to share it with you once again. If you knew Nadine, youâll recognize her signature no-nonsense style, her honesty, and her deep understanding of the challenges women face in their careers. And if youâre just discovering her for the first time, I hope this episode serves as a lasting tribute to her brilliance, passion, and legacy.
Nadine, your impact lives on.
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âWhen you think about your written communication, do you tend to be an over-informer or an under-informer; think about what your reader probably wants, and then meet in the middle a bit more.â
Struggling to get your point across without rambling? In this episode of Have a Seat, I chat with Erin Lebacqz, founder of High-Value Writing, about how to ditch the word vomit and write with clarity, confidence, and impact.
Whether itâs an email, a report, or even a simple Slack message, Erin shares practical tips to make your writing more effectiveâso people actually read (and understand!) what youâre saying. If youâve ever agonized over hitting âsend,â this episode is for you!
Tune in and check the show notes for ways to connect with Erin and level up your writing game.
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High-Value Writing
High-Value Writing (@highvaluewriting) âą Instagram photos and videos
High-Value Writing - YouTube
Erin Lebacqz - Head of Content - High-Value Writing | LinkedIn
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âMoney is a tool and itâs very emotional and sometimes we have a lot of guilt and shame and all of these feelings around it; so women feel like they need to have their own sense of self around money before they can really understand how to use it.â
Money talksâbut are we, as women, truly part of the conversation?
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Barb Provost and Maggie Nielsen of Purse Strings to uncover the financial gaps that have historically left women on the sidelines and, more importantly, how we can take charge of our financial futures.
From breaking down industry biases to practical steps for becoming financially fearless, this conversation is all about empowerment, knowledge, and making money work for usânot the other way around.
Plus, donât miss out on their podcast, Women & Money: The Shit We Donât Talk About, where they continue these candid, game-changing conversations. Tune in now and start rewriting your financial story!
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https://pursestrings.co/
https://pursestrings.co/podcast/
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"This is your moment to fix what isnât working and find something better. You deserve to wake up on Monday mornings without the dread, to work in a space that aligns with your values, and to feel like you belong."
Ever found yourself in a job that just doesnât feel right? Youâre not alone! In this episode, weâre tackling the uncomfortable but all-too-common experience of being in an ill-fitting role.
From recognizing the signs to creating an exit strategy and prioritizing your well-being, weâll explore actionable steps to help you pivot toward a more fulfilling career.
Whether youâre feeling stuck or simply rethinking your next move, this conversation is packed with insights, humor, and a healthy dose of encouragement to help you navigate your way to career bliss. Donât miss it!
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"Youâre not alone in this. So many women are navigating the same shifts, and weâre all figuring it out together."
âMidlife collisionâ isnât a crisisâitâs a wake-up call. In this episode of Have a Seat, we explore the unexpected crossroads many of us face in our careers, personal lives, and sense of identity.
Inspired by the idea that this stage of life is more about recalibrating than unraveling, I break down what a midlife collision really is, why it happens, and how to turn it into a powerful reset.
Here's the article that inspired this episode:
https://www.fastcompany.com/90966565/forget-the-crisis-the-midlife-collision-is-real-and-affecting-a-large-part-of-the-workforce
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