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Gen Z quietly clocked what the rest of us are just now realizing: Success doesnât have to be loud, linear, or soul-draining.
Iâm joined by Sophie Hirst â former Google senior manager turned Gen Z coach and founder of Workbaby â for a conversation that unpacks how a new generation (and anyone quietly ambitious) is rewriting the rules of work, visibility, and self-worth.
We talk behind-the-scenes life at Google, managing up without burning out, and how to build a career you actually want to live inside â one thatâs energy-aware, values-led, and not built entirely on LinkedIn optics.
This oneâs for the quiet climbers.
The soft disruptors.
The ones who donât always speak first â but who always see whatâs really going on.
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This wasnât meant to be an episode.
It was a voice note in motion â one I almost left in my drafts.
But the week was loud.
Two dream interviews on the mic.
Big stakes behind the scenes.
And that quiet discomfort that sneaks in when youâre expanding faster than you can explain.
So I pressed record.
No tidy insights. No plan. Just a reflection from the middle of it â
where things feel raw, real, and still in rehearsal.
If you want more voice notes like this â the in-between moments â
tell me. Whisper it through a review, or drop a DM @awfullyquietpodcast.
Either way: thanks for being here.
It means more than you think.
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What if your most fulfilling path isnât the fastest one?
This week, Iâm joined by Chloe Linn â the founder of Slow Self, a thoughtful online platform inspiring people to grow at their own pace. Chloeâs work is rooted in unlearning toxic productivity and embracing the slower, more intentional rhythms of life and work.
In this conversation, we talk about what it really means to grow slowly â how rushing often sends us climbing the wrong mountain, and how success without alignment can feel quietly hollow. We explore the idea that a career isnât a straight climb to âbigger, better, bolder,â but more like a winding path with seasons of clarity, reflection, and redirection. And how reconnecting to that path â day by day â starts by slowing down enough to hear yourself.
Chloe shares her philosophy on meaningful work, resisting urgency, and doing the inner work that slow living actually requires. Her take on the slow movement isnât about matcha and skincare â itâs about coming home to yourself.
If you're in a season of pause, reflection, or quiet change â or you just want a break from the noise â this oneâs for you.
Follow Chloe @slowselfco â itâs truly my favorite corner of the internet. And check out her beautifully-crafted Notion goal setting workbook.
Send this episode to someone who could use a slow, grounding hour. And if you feel generous, rating and reviewing helps more than you know.
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What if you could hit restart on your career? In this episode, Iâm sharing the moves Iâd make if I were starting from scratch.
From building quiet influence to getting senior leadership to advocate for me. This is what I wish someone had told me when I was trying to fit into a mold of being âextroverted, outgoing, out thereâ and failing miserably.
If youâve ever felt like your personality wasnât made for performance reviews or that your best work happens after the meeting endsâthis oneâs for you. Grab a flat white, pop your AirPods in, and letâs rewrite the playbook.
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Have a thought? DM me: @awfullyquietpodcast
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This episode is about the skills that actually move the needle: The very real, very underrated ability to be human at work.
Iâm joined by Hayley Dawson, founder of Letâs Talk Human Skills, who helps people develop the kind of presence, trust, and clarity that gets you hired, remembered, and respected, without faking it.
We get into what human skills actually are (spoiler: not fluff), how to show up with quiet confidence in interviews and conversations, and why deep thinkers and good listeners might already have the upper hand. Hayley shares frameworks, real stories, and those mic-drop moments that make you go, âOh⊠thatâs what Iâve been trying to say about myself.â If youâve been craving something more real in your work life, this oneâs for you.
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đ Connect with Hayley: [Instagram] | [Substack]
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Youâre doing the work. Making moves.
And stillâthe doubt hits. Loud.
This episode is a soft landing for that in-between.
A quiet check-in on ambition, identity, and what it means to build something slow, sharp, and real.
If youâve ever questioned your pace, your path, or whether youâre âdoing enoughââyouâre not alone.
This is the part we donât post about. But it matters.
The second half? A 6-minute grounding track.
No mindset hacks. No pressure.
Just something solid to come back to.
Quietly obsessed? Leave a rating so more people can find us.
Have a thought? DM me: @awfullyquietpodcast
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If you're the type who'd rather think than speak, process slowly, and say âIâll circle backâ instead of jumping in... this oneâs for you. Weâre flipping the script on the idea that loud = powerful. Spoiler alert: sometimes, the quietest voice in the room is the one that actually shifts the conversation.
Weâll break down what âlow-key loudâ actually looks like, why it works (especially if youâre introverted), and how to practice it in meetings, emails, and moments where you usually overthink your way into silence.
Hit play if you're over proving yourself and ready to move differently.
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Do you feel invisible at work? Like you're doing the work, but no one really *sees* you?
In this episode, weâre talking about the invisible weight of being an introvert in a loud workplace. Not being seen doesnât mean youâre not worthy, but it *does* mean itâs time to shift how youâre showing up, in a way that still feels like you.
Iâll walk you through:
- Why invisibility often starts before we even enter the workplace
- The difference between quiet resentment and quiet power
- 3 subtle shifts you can try this week to build visibility without burning out
This oneâs for the introvert whoâs ambitious *and* self-aware + ready to be known for who they actually are.
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Have you ever stopped to consider that the key to your success isnât just what you do, but how you treat yourself in the quiet moments? Weâre taught to push harder, to prove our worth through effort and external validation. But what if the real game-changer is something simplerâand more profoundâthan that?
In this episode, I sit down with Jessica Faith Grahamâchildren's book author and therapistâwhoâs here to flip the script on what success actually means. Self-love isnât some fluffy idea; itâs a career flex.
The way you treat yourself when no oneâs watching shapes the way you show up when everyone is. Want better opportunities, more fulfilling work, and real success? Itâs time to start showing up for yourself first. Forget hustle culture. Forget proving yourself to everyone else. Itâs all about you and your relationship with yourself.
This isnât about spa days or feel-good affirmations (though, love those). Itâs about showing yourself grace, building self-trust, and believing that you are worthy of the opportunities you desire. The quiet confidence that lets you move differently, take up space, and build a career that actually fits you. The career you want? It starts with the most important meeting of the dayâthe one where you meet yourself.
This conversation is for anyone whoâs ready to understand that success starts from within. Itâs time to start showing up for yourself in ways that nurture your soul and empower your path forward. When you make this your priority, everything else will fall into place.
âš If this episode hit home, drop a quick rating. It's like a quiet nod of approval that helps more people find the pod.
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đ Connect with Jessica: [Instagram] | [Book: The Love Inside on Amazon] | [Website]
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Personal branding sounds⊠exhausting.
Like itâs made for people who love the spotlight and never miss a chance to âcircle back.â But hereâs the twist: the strongest personal brands? They donât shout. They hum. They stick with youâwithout doing the most.
In this video, weâre talking about building a personal brand that does the talking for youâso you donât have to constantly pitch yourself or push for visibility. Because letâs be honest: thatâs not your vibe.
Hereâs what weâre getting into:
âïž Why personal branding isnât about being loudâitâs about being undeniably clear
âïž 3 low-effort ways to make your brand magnetic (without being That Person)
âïž Subtle shifts that help the right people remember you for the right things
If youâve ever thought, âMy work should speak for itselfâ⊠but it kinda doesnâtâthis is for you. And if you want to go even deeper, Iâve got something coming soon for people who like their impact loud and their approach⊠quiet.
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Networking feels pointless⊠until itâs the reason a door opens for you. The wild part? The biggest career moves often trace back to small, quiet connections you didnât think much of at the time.
In this episode, I sit down with Rebecca van Dijk, founder of Peer Suite, to talk about networking in a way that actually works, especially if youâd rather do anything else.
We get into:
The biggest mistakes people make and why it feels so awkwardHow to build real connections without forced small talkLow-key ways to start networking that wonât drain your social batteryIf networking has ever felt cringey, unnecessary, or just not your thing, this convo might change the way you see it. And who knows? Future you might thank you for listening.
âš If this episode hit home, drop a quick rating. It's like a quiet nod of approval that helps more people find the pod.
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đ Connect with Becky: [Instagram] | [LinkedIn] | [Peer Suite]
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If youâre an introvert who isnât gunning for the CEO seat but still wants to make a real impact, this oneâs for you.
Weâre cutting through the noise and getting to the real question: what do you actually want from your career? Not what looks good on paper. Not what you should be chasing. But what actually feels right for you.
In this episode, Iâll share question prompts that hit differentâthe kind that make you pause, rethink, and finally see the career path thatâs been waiting for you all along. No corporate buzzwords, no pressure to become someone youâre not. Just real clarity on what excites you, what youâre naturally great at, and how to turn that into a career that works for you.
If youâre tired of guessing your next move, tune in. This is the clarity youâve been waiting for.
âš If this episode hit, leave a ratingâit helps more introverts find us.
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I thought getting promoted meant I had to be tougher. Tougher at defending my ideas. Tougher at protecting what I thought was right.
So, I leaned in. Spoke up. Made sure people knew I had a seat at the table. But instead of feeling like a leader, I just felt⊠off. Instead of influence, I got resistance. Instead of respect, I got pushback.
One conversation changed everything.
In this episode, weâre talking about a lesson I wish Iâd learned sooner: real leadership isnât about proving yourselfâitâs about presence. If youâve ever struggled with finding your voice at work, figuring out how to balance confidence with collaboration, or just feeling like you have to fight for your place, this oneâs for you.
Letâs get into it. Because sometimes, the strongest person in the room isnât the one pushing the hardestâitâs the one who knows when to pull back.
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Sitting across from a senior leader with your mind going blank? Youâre not alone. Coffee chats can feel awkward if you donât know what to sayâbut done right, they can open doors you didnât even know existed. The good news? You donât need to impress or prove yourself. You just need a game plan.
In this episode, weâre breaking down how to prep, what to say, and how to make these convos actually valuable (without the cringe or try-hard energy). From the one mindset shift that changes everything to the exact questions that spark real insightâyouâll walk away ready to turn small talk into big career moves.
And donât worry, weâre covering the follow-up too. Because a great conversation doesnât end when the coffeeâs goneâitâs just the beginning. Ready to make networking feel less awkward and more like a cheat code for your career? Letâs get into it.
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You might be sitting on a secret strengthâsomething that makes you stand outâbut hereâs the catch: youâre probably the last to see it. We all have blind spots, not because our strengths are hidden, but because they feel so natural we assume everyone has them. Spoiler: they donât.
Today, weâre breaking out the Johari Window, a simple but underrated tool to help you spot what others already see in you. No fluff, no overthinkingâjust a clear way to recognize what makes you you.
And letâs be realâasking for feedback can feel weird. So Iâll give you a foolproof way to get honest insights from friends and coworkers without making it awkward. Ready to finally see what makes you different (in the best way)? Letâs get into it.
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Burnout doesnât have to be the price of success. In this episode, I sit down with Julia Arndt, TEDx speaker, corporate well-being expert, and founder of the Peak Performance Method. We dive into the often-overlooked truth: you can actually have it all without running yourself into the ground. Julia shares how high achievers can reach the top without the endless grind that leads to burnout.
Juliaâs approach? Itâs all about scaling sustainably. Sheâs coached over 10,000 people at top companies like Google, Meta, and Amazonâand her method proves that success isnât about hustling harder, but working smarter. She talks about how to keep your health, mindset, and energy intact while chasing big dreams.
Whether youâre an entrepreneur, corporate leader, or just someone trying to thrive without burning out, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you have it allâand still get that nap. Tune in for a refreshing take on work, life, and balance.
âš Loved this episode? Leave a ratingâitâs like a little âthank youâ that helps more people discover the pod.
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Your weekly 1:1 isnât just a status updateâitâs your best chance to make your work seen (without feeling like youâre self-promoting).
In this episode, Iâll break down exactly how to structure these convos so your manager actually gets your impactâwithout you having to oversell, overexplain, or feel awkward.
P.S. Want the cheat code for standing out without shouting? Grab my FREE guide â https://hannahsosa.myflodesk.com/subtle-self-promotion
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Email: [email protected]
Website: https://subtlecareers.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/subtlecareers/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thegrowbarn/about/
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If your LinkedIn headline is just a job title + buzzwords, youâre probably blending in with everyone else.
Hereâs the thing: Trying to be âsearchableâ can actually make you forgettable. But thereâs a simple fixâjust a small tweakâand your headline can start doing the work for you.
In this episode, Iâll reveal:
âïž The one thing most people get wrong with their LinkedIn headline
âïž How to stand out without feeling awkward or cringey
âïž The subtle change that will actually make hiring managers stop scrolling
Hit play and find out how to fix your headline in less than 10 minutes.
P.S. Want a sneak peek into how to stand out without shouting? Grab my free cheat sheet for subtle self-promotion.
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Youâre great at what you do, but if no one sees it, does it even count? You donât need to be the loudest in the room to get recognizedâyou just need the right strategy.
In this episode, I'm breaking down the "Introvert Dilemma" into 3 simple moves:
Get clear on what you actually want to be known forSubtly (but strategically) shape how others see youLet your quiet strengths do the talkingâfor realNo fake networking. No shouting. Just low-key influence that actually works.
Hit play & letâs make your work speak louder than you ever need to.
P.S. Want the cheat code for standing out without shouting? Grab my FREE guide: https://hannahsosa.myflodesk.com/subtle-self-promotion
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Anne MĂŒhlethaler went from running global comms at Louboutin (yes, the red soles) to redefining what it means to lead as an introvert. Now, sheâs helping people own their quiet power with her Story of You methodology.
Weâre diving into how Anne thrived in an extroverted industry, why introverts are secretly the ultimate storytellers, and how you can stand out without shouting.
If youâve ever felt like âtoo quietâ could hold you back, this episode is your sign: itâs not a flawâitâs your edge.
âïž Rate the pod: Because quiet confidence deserves a louder stage.
đ© Slide into the DMs: Got ideas, feedback, or a guest in mind? Hit me up @awfullyquietpodcast
đ Connect with Anne: Sheâs got all the goodsâWebsite, Newsletter, Podcast, Meditations, 1:1 Coaching
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