Everything that's rewarding is on the other side of a Risky Conversation. In this podcast for professional women, we have honest talks about topics often considered taboo or "too risky" at work -- salary negotiation, mental and reproductive health, office politics, social injustices, and unconventional ways smart women navigate their path forward despite a flawed and sexist society. Join me as we dive deeper into these risky yet rewarding conversations, embracing the growth they bring.
This is a replay of my interview on The Burnout Club podcast, hosted by Patrice Bonfiglio—a hedge fund industry veteran and all-around powerhouse.Key Takeaways:Burnout isn’t caused by working hard—it’s driven by chasing a specific feeling or using emotion as fuel to push yourself to extremes.A key sign of burnout is physical illness—it often shows up through physical symptoms.Overcoming burnout requires a two-pronged approach: logical reasoning combined with subconscious work using hypnotic techniques for focused relaxation and deeper insights.Real-life examples from my high-achieving clients show how chasing feelings of accomplishment or confidence can unintentionally lead to burnout.Reflections from Patrice and me on our experience attending the Project 1490 retreat, where we first met in person.Featured: The Burnout Club by Patrice Bonfiglio Project 1490 by Sarah Dale Client case study: How to Raise Millions Without Burning OutLeadership Archetype quiz on www.jamieleecoach.com Text me your thoughts on this episode!Enjoy the show? Don't miss an episode, listen and subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Leave me a review in Apple Podcasts. Connect with me *NEW SERVICE ALERT: Click here to learn about Hypno-Coaching* Connect with me on LinkedIn Email me at jamie@jamieleecoach.com
1/2/25 • 30:36
This holiday treat is a guided hypnotic relaxation designed to help you unwind, celebrate your wins, and step into the new year with lightness, joy, and renewed energy.If you enjoy this, please share this episode with your favorite people! To learn more about my services, come to www.jamieleecoach.com. Happy holidays! Jamie Text me your thoughts on this episode!Enjoy the show? Don't miss an episode, listen and subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Leave me a review in Apple Podcasts. Connect with me *NEW SERVICE ALERT: Click here to learn about Hypno-Coaching* Connect with me on LinkedIn Email me at jamie@jamieleecoach.com
12/24/24 • 06:38
As the year comes to a close, many of us find ourselves being unusually hard on ourselves. The “itty-bitty-shitty committee” in our minds grows louder, fueled by the pressure of the year-end. We take stock of the past twelve months and too often hold them against ourselves like a harsh jury.For some, the holidays — the Christmas season — can feel particularly challenging, especially if the memories associated with this time aren’t the happiest. It’s a season that often drags us back into childhood, stirring up complicated emotions.In today’s episode, I’m sharing a deeply personal story of how I’ve learned to rewrite stories about a time I was once homeless, the profound impact of Byron Katie’s teachings, and what's possible when you turn these stories around. If you’re feeling the weight of the year or the pull of old memories, this one’s for you. Let’s dive in.Featured: The Work of Byron Katie https://thework.com/Text me your thoughts on this episode!Enjoy the show? Don't miss an episode, listen and subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Leave me a review in Apple Podcasts. Connect with me *NEW SERVICE ALERT: Click here to learn about Hypno-Coaching* Connect with me on LinkedIn Email me at jamie@jamieleecoach.com
12/19/24 • 18:31
I'm joined by Joyce Kao and Heidi Seibold, the co-founders of the Digital Research Academy.Joyce and Heidi have an inspiring entrepreneurial journey. As former researchers, they decided to take the leap and co-found the Digital Research Academy, a training network focused on open science and research best practices. In our conversation, they share the challenges they faced in making the decision to build the academy independently and how coaching helped them gain clarity on a key decision for the academy, or their "brain child." Now in their first year, they're seeing incredible demand for their work and are passionate about the importance of open science.This is a story of betting on yourself, finding the right partner, and using your expertise to create something meaningful.Learn more about Digital Research Academy here: https://digital-research.academy/https://www.linkedin.com/company/digital-research-academy/https://twitter.com/DigiResAcademyhttps://mastodon.social/@digiresacademy/Text me your thoughts on this episode!Enjoy the show? Don't miss an episode, listen and subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Leave me a review in Apple Podcasts. Connect with me *NEW SERVICE ALERT: Click here to learn about Hypno-Coaching* Connect with me on LinkedIn Email me at jamie@jamieleecoach.com
12/12/24 • 38:41
This is a replay of a recent online workshop I delivered called "How to Tap into Brain Magic When the World Feels like a Dumpster Fire." Here's what you'll learn: Why accessing the unconscious matters when you want to take new action and advocate for yourself, especially when you're a woman, a person of color, or of any other marginalized identity How to overcome self-advocacy jitters and imposter syndrome, particularly for women, minorities, and neurodiverse individuals.A demo of the "shift out and shut up" technique, something you can do in the middle of 1:1 conversations to help you feel more grounded, attentive, and alive. A demo of a simple practice based on Princeton University's Dr. Les Fehmi's book Open Focus Brain, which induces alpha brain wave state How to lower anxiety by activating both sides of the brain.A demo of a guided visualization to mentally rehearse a desired outcome.Tangible techniques to improve neuroplasticity and confidence.To take the Leadership Archetype Quiz for free, come one over to www.jamieleecoach.com. Watch the video replay on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JV0jjPAoaWQText me your thoughts on this episode!Enjoy the show? Don't miss an episode, listen and subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Leave me a review in Apple Podcasts. Connect with me *NEW SERVICE ALERT: Click here to learn about Hypno-Coaching* Connect with me on LinkedIn Email me at jamie@jamieleecoach.com
12/9/24 • 62:54
In this episode of Risky Conversations, we talk about betting on and investing in women leaders. I'm joined by Patricia Lizarraga, CEO and portfolio manager of the W CEO ETF, who discusses her journey from growing up in a military dictatorship in Lima, Peru, to her career in finance. She highlights the challenges and opportunities she faced, including starting a sorority at Yale and bringing financial products to Peru. Patricia explains the investment thesis of the W CEO ETF, which focuses on women CEOs outperforming, because as women, they've had to consistently outperform and overcome many internal and external barriers. W CEO ETF, which invests in 140 U.S. companies with female CEOs, has shown an average outperformance of 170 basis points per annum and has outperformed its comparables by 70-90 basis points since its inception in January 2023. We talked about the importance of diversification and impact investing, aiming to increase female representation in leadership roles.Learn more: https://hypatiacapital.com/#hypatiainvestathon#100sharesforwomenText me your thoughts on this episode!Enjoy the show? Don't miss an episode, listen and subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Leave me a review in Apple Podcasts. Connect with me *NEW SERVICE ALERT: Click here to learn about Hypno-Coaching* Connect with me on LinkedIn Email me at jamie@jamieleecoach.com
11/22/24 • 46:07
If you've ever doubted yourself, felt out of place, or struggled with imposter syndrome as a woman or person of marginalized identity, remember this:There’s nothing wrong with you.The corporate ladders are broken. Leadership pipelines are broken. It’s not your fault that society conditions women and marginalized people to question their worth.We’re all put into “trances”—altered states of consciousness triggered by external influences—that lead us to second-guess ourselves.It’s essential to have tools to snap out of these unwanted trances and connect with the full power of your mind—your Brain Magic.That’s why I’m inviting you to my free, interactive workshop:How to Tap into Your Brain Magic When the World Seems Like a Dumpster FireThursday, 11/21/24, 1pm ETJoin me to discover practical tools that will help you access your inner strength and clarity.Text me your thoughts on this episode!Enjoy the show? Don't miss an episode, listen and subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Leave me a review in Apple Podcasts. Connect with me *NEW SERVICE ALERT: Click here to learn about Hypno-Coaching* Connect with me on LinkedIn Email me at jamie@jamieleecoach.com
11/10/24 • 10:27
Today's episode is recorded on November 7th, 2024 — just days after the U.S. election. Like many of you, I’ve been navigating big, complex emotions: grief, disappointment, and a familiar feeling of heartbreak. Today, I’ll share a personal reflection on what this election meant to me as an immigrant, a woman of color, and a coach who serves women striving for leadership in a flawed system. We'll explore how Kamala Harris’s concession speech spoke to the hopes and resilience of so many of us, and I’ll offer a few practices to help ground us in this challenging time. Above all, this episode is a reminder that we have the capacity to do extraordinary good in the world, even when it seems a door has closed. Mentioned in this episode: Vice President Kamala Harris' Full Concession Speech on Time.com: https://time.com/7173617/kamala-harris-concession-speech-full-transcript/Text me your thoughts on this episode!Enjoy the show? Don't miss an episode, listen and subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Leave me a review in Apple Podcasts. Connect with me *NEW SERVICE ALERT: Click here to learn about Hypno-Coaching* Connect with me on LinkedIn Email me at jamie@jamieleecoach.com
11/7/24 • 10:21
I’m Jamie Lee, an executive coach for ambitious overthinkers who want to stop holding themselves back and start advocating confidently to advance their careers.If you’re curious about how to make that happen for yourself, visit jamieleecoach.com, where you can take a quick leadership archetype quiz or dive into over 100 blog posts packed with actionable tips on self-advocacy.One of the biggest challenges I hear from high-achievers is figuring out how to balance their creative side with their ambitious, career-driven goals. So many of us get caught up in all-or-nothing thinking: we assume that to pursue our creative passions, we have to sacrifice our professional success, or vice versa. But what if it’s possible to do both? What if, by doubting ourselves a little less and taking a few bold steps forward, we could create a career that allows space for all of our ambitions?Today, we’re talking to someone who embodies this possibility beautifully. I’m thrilled to introduce Rachael Eckles—a lawyer, bioethicist, and award-winning novelist. Rachael has built a career that lets her thrive as both a successful professional and a creative force. We’re going to dive into the risks she took along the way, the decisions that helped her merge these passions, and, of course, her fierce female protagonist who lights up her fiction series.You'll learn: Rachel's diverse background and career journey, including her bold move to ask for a role at a pharmaceutical company's bioethics program early in her career.Navigating office politics and gender bias as a woman in male-dominated industries like healthcare and finance.The inspiration and creation behind Rachel's "Trading Secrets" book series, featuring the powerful and unapologetic character of Celeste Donovan.Rachel's philanthropic efforts through her foundation Aphrodite Gives, which supports initiatives empowering women and girls globally.Advice Rachel shares for women in the workplace, including the importance of being confident, assertive, and advocating for yourself.The role of storytelling as a common thread throughout Rachel's diverse career experiences.Rachel's plans to continue writing and publishing books, as well as her openness to collaborating with other female authors committed to philanthropy.Featured in this episode: Connect with Rachael on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter @rachaelecklesOr on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedIn.com/in/rachaeleckles.Subscribe to her newsletter at https://www.rachaeleckles.com Text me your thoughts on this episode!Enjoy the show? Don't miss an episode, listen and subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Leave me a review in Apple Podcasts. Connect with me *NEW SERVICE ALERT: Click here to learn about Hypno-Coaching* Connect with me on LinkedIn Email me at jamie@jamieleecoach.com
11/5/24 • 65:17
When you're a smart, capable woman who leads, you're most likely going to be one of the few or the only in the leadership suite -- especially so if you're a woman of color, an immigrant, on the LGBTQ spectrum or neurodivergent. This inevitably means you often have to FIGHT to keep your seat at the table. When should you put up a fight? Why should you risk fighting? What life skills outside of work will help you become a better fighter and therefore a winner? But also, when should you walk away from the fight? These are the questions we tackled on the interview with my friend and colleague Monique DeMaio, who tells her own riveting story of fighting and prevailing as the only woman in leadership. You'll learn: Monique's inspiring journey as an immigrant, including the challenges she faced and how she learned to advocate for herself from a young ageHer transition from the corporate world to entrepreneurship, and the pivotal moments that led her to start her own successful consulting businessThe importance of confidence, assertiveness, and not letting others define your worth as a woman in the workplaceMonique's holistic approach to empowering women, including her upcoming "Circle of Possibilities" retreat focused on intentional living and fulfillmentValuable tips and strategies for navigating office politics, managing work-life balance, and believing in your own potentialFeatured in this podcast: Monique's website with links to her podcast, book, and retreat: https://www.moniquedemaio.com/OnDemand CMO: https://www.ondemandcmo.com/Take the Leadership Archetype Quiz here: https://www.jamieleecoach.com/Text me your thoughts on this episode!Enjoy the show? Don't miss an episode, listen and subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Leave me a review in Apple Podcasts. Connect with me *NEW SERVICE ALERT: Click here to learn about Hypno-Coaching* Connect with me on LinkedIn Email me at jamie@jamieleecoach.com
10/18/24 • 51:41
When my coaching clients—accomplished professionals who are minorities at work—tell me how they spin out in anxious rumination or freeze up without speaking in large meetings, I know it’s not because they haven’t prepared or tried hard enough.It’s because a part of their brain tells them that speaking up is too big a risk. They're pushing too hard against a belief that cuts right into their sense of safety and self-worth.In today’s episode, we’ll dive into why this happens and, more importantly, how to break the cycle. I’ll share actionable strategies for overcoming the fear of judgment, speaking up confidently, and reclaiming your voice in high-pressure settings. Whether you’ve struggled to find your footing in large meetings or want to understand how to move from self-doubt to self-assurance, this episode is for you.You'll learn: Five-step plan you can try on, especially if you're introverted, analytical, or a minority in the workplace The evolutionary roots of "public speaking anxiety and why it feels so nerve-wracking to stand out What to decide on ahead of time before speaking How to embrace feeling awkward so speaking up can lead to the best learnings and connections Featured in this episode: Leadership Archetype Quiz (and join the newsletter list) at www.jamieleecoach.comConfidence Lab with Smith College Executive Education Program on 10/24/24. Register for free HEREBook your free 1-hour long consultation with me HEREText me your thoughts on this episode!Enjoy the show? Don't miss an episode, listen and subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Leave me a review in Apple Podcasts. Connect with me *NEW SERVICE ALERT: Click here to learn about Hypno-Coaching* Connect with me on LinkedIn Email me at jamie@jamieleecoach.com
10/11/24 • 30:31
Imagine a world where more women and women of color are in check-writing and decision-making roles at every level of entrepreneurship and investing. That's the future I explored as an intern at Golden Seeds (back in 2010), an angel fund dedicated to women-owned and led startups. I relished sitting in on investor pitches and learning about innovative solutions in areas as varied as reproductive health, children's education, and sustainable fashion -- spaces where women's lived experiences are uniquely valuable. In this podcast episode, I interviewed Marcia Dawood, a trailblazer in the angel investing space who's also an author, TEDx speaker, and venture partner. Marcia is passionate about demystifying angel investing and empowering more women -- at all income levels -- to get involved. We discussed: Marcia's journey into angel investing, the challenges she's faced, and the wins she's celebrated. The stark funding disparities women and minority founders continue to face. Practical strategies for women to get started as angel investors, even without a finance background or large sums of money. How to build relationships with entrepreneurs, evaluate deals, and create a diversified investment portfolio. Tune in to find out how you, too, can become a catalyst for change through angel investing, no matter where you're starting from. Featured in this episode: Connect with Marcia on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marciadawood/ Check out her book "Do Good While Doing Well": https://bit.ly/3yxekKDAnd the workbook: https://bit.ly/3ToZMUNPodcast "Angel Next Door" playlist: https://www.marciadawood.com/angelnextdoorText me your thoughts on this episode!Enjoy the show? Don't miss an episode, listen and subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Leave me a review in Apple Podcasts. Connect with me *NEW SERVICE ALERT: Click here to learn about Hypno-Coaching* Connect with me on LinkedIn Email me at jamie@jamieleecoach.com
10/4/24 • 41:19
What should you do when a colleague (or a manager) takes credit for your ideas at work? According to Harvard Business Review, it's a matter of when, not if. You’ll speak up in a meeting with managers and offer a strategic solution to a business problem only to be unacknowledged, ignored, or worse yet, shushed. Then a colleague — almost always a man — will paraphrase your idea and get praised for it. It's infuriating. It hurts. While injustices exist, you don’t want to idly stand by and let it happen to you. You want to be able to identify the patterns that lead to this sort of thing, so you can nip it in the bud. You want to call it out when someone tries to take credit for your ideas, claim the credit you deserve, and right the wrong. In this episode, I'm walking you through Specific patterns to watch out forHow to effect change by focusing on what you can control What to say and how when someone tries to take credit for your ideas in a meeting Featured in the episode: Episode 1: Self-Advocacy is an Act of Service Episode 8: How to Get Better Paid: Pitfalls to Avoid (Tiara Syndrome)Episode 33: One from Anti-Anxiety Toolkit Episode 66: Demo of Self-Directed Neuroplasticity Tools 7 Tricky Work Situations, and How to Respond to Them, By Alicia Bassuk on Harvard Business Review Text me your thoughts on this episode!Enjoy the show? Don't miss an episode, listen and subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Leave me a review in Apple Podcasts. Connect with me *NEW SERVICE ALERT: Click here to learn about Hypno-Coaching* Connect with me on LinkedIn Email me at jamie@jamieleecoach.com
9/12/24 • 36:57
In this episode, I'm joined by Anne Devereux-Mills, former CEO of ad agencies and founder of Parlay House, to discuss the bold and boundary-pushing choices Anne made in her career and beyond. Anne shares how she navigated the male-dominated executive suite as CEO of ad agencies, taking risks to draw lines between her work and family life, even when it went against the norms. She opens up about the difficult, vulnerable conversations she had to have -- calling out inappropriate behavior from powerful colleagues, discussing personal health challenges, and confronting its aftermath. But Anne's biggest risk-taking may have been inviting 12 complete strangers into her home to have the kind of raw and real conversations that are forbidden in the workplace. This leap of faith led to the creation of Parlay House (full disclosure: I'm a member of Parlay House), a community that empowers women to shed their work personas and connect on a deeper, human-to-human level. Learn more about Parlay House here: https://parlayhouse.com/Follow Anne on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/annedevmills/Follow Parlay House on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/parlay.house/Text me your thoughts on this episode!Enjoy the show? Don't miss an episode, listen and subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Leave me a review in Apple Podcasts. Connect with me *NEW SERVICE ALERT: Click here to learn about Hypno-Coaching* Connect with me on LinkedIn Email me at jamie@jamieleecoach.com
9/5/24 • 39:45
If you've ever struggled with severe PMS, painful periods, or the visceral challenges of having a female body in a male-dominated workplace, this episode is a must-listen. This is an important conversation for me personally. As a menstruating woman in her forties, I've had days where I'd been doubled over in premenstrual pain (both physical and mental) so bad the overly dramatic part of my brain told me I was going to die. I'm always searching for answers, so I've googled my symptoms ad nauseam. I've read books on the topic, including Shalene Gupta's The Cycle (https://shalenegupta.com/the-cycle/). Then, I advocated for myself with my OBGYN. All of which led me to a prescription for low-dose SSRI that flipped the switch on period paid and made my cycles much, much more manageable. Around 80% of women experience period pain or PMS (premenstrual syndrome). For about 10% of women with PME (premenstrual exacerbation) or PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder), the pain is severe enough to disrupt their lives, relationships, and careers. In this honest and vulnerable conversation with Shalene Gupta, we address period pain, something that affects a majority of women yet is so often shrouded in shame and silence. Shalene bravely shares her journey with PMDD and the immense challenges it posed for her high-powered career as a journalist and writer. She shared invaluable insights on navigating PMDD as an ambitious, high-achieving woman. We also discuss practical strategies for managing physical, mental, and emotional symptoms, as well as guidance on overcoming the societal stigma that often prevents women from learning about treatment solutions and getting help, so they can continue to excel in their careers and lives. To learn more: Sign up for Shalene's newsletter on her website: https://shalenegupta.com/Check out the website of the International Association of Premenstrual Disorders (IAPMD) at iapmd.org for more resources on PMDD-related diagnosis and treatment Track your menstrual cycles. There are many great apps available on app stores. I personally use a print version I downloaded from Maisie Hill https://maisiehill.com/chartmycycle/Text me your thoughts on this episode!Enjoy the show? Don't miss an episode, listen and subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Leave me a review in Apple Podcasts. Connect with me *NEW SERVICE ALERT: Click here to learn about Hypno-Coaching* Connect with me on LinkedIn Email me at jamie@jamieleecoach.com
8/26/24 • 36:09
In today's podcast, we're going to talk about negotiating a pay raise after coming back from maternity leave.We're going to address why this can feel riskywhat you can do to de-risk your request for the salary increaseand the steps you can take to ensure that the risk you take in asking for a raise is most likely to be rewardedI'm sharing a simple, easy-to-follow framework, scripts and a mindset shift to help you navigate this conversation. (You can also click HERE for the LinkedIn article with these steps and scripts.) But FIRST can I be honest with you? As a feminist who believes in the equality of all genders and who believes that the female body is magical for its life-creating and life-giving powers -- the concept of a "fatherhood bonus" and "motherhood penalty" is befuddling if not repugnant. It makes me sad and mad. Listen to the episode for my suggestions on how to flip the script on this ingrained sexism as well as real client case studies of how to negotiate a pay raise when you're coming back from maternity leave. Text me your thoughts on this episode!Enjoy the show? Don't miss an episode, listen and subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Leave me a review in Apple Podcasts. Connect with me *NEW SERVICE ALERT: Click here to learn about Hypno-Coaching* Connect with me on LinkedIn Email me at jamie@jamieleecoach.com
8/12/24 • 31:03
It's with great pleasure and joy that I am announcing the rebrand of my podcast.Two years ago, I bootstrapped an ambitious podcast series for women called Negotiate Your Career Growth. After 1000s and 1000s of downloads, 68 episodes, 20 incredible interviews with thought leaders, award winning journalists, experts and authors... We're going to keep going just under a new name and a reframe. Welcome to Risky Conversations. Why? Because everything that's rewarding is on the other side of a risky conversation. Text me your thoughts on this episode!Enjoy the show? Don't miss an episode, listen and subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Leave me a review in Apple Podcasts. Connect with me *NEW SERVICE ALERT: Click here to learn about Hypno-Coaching* Connect with me on LinkedIn Email me at jamie@jamieleecoach.com
8/6/24 • 03:57
Mid-year reviews. Some companies have them as soon as Q2 wraps up, like clockwork, and some companies treat them informally. Whatever the case may be for you, you want to show up to them feeling confident, prepared, and ready to advocate for career growth that would make you actually want to get up on Monday morning.In this episode, I'm sharing a simple yet powerful five-step framework that has helped real women get promoted and better paid in various industries, including engineering, media, non-profits, and finance.This framework will work any time of the year. In fact, it's something I routinely and repeatedly walk my executive coaching clients through so they can negotiate and secure buy-in with colleagues, investors, and decision-makers. You'll learn: What the overachiever's dilemma is and how to sidestep it Why prioritizing facts over feelings is a leadership practice and how to do itHow to take the lead in a career conversation and direct it toward your future vision of growth without coming across as greedy, selfish, or self-aggrandizing How to take stock of your contributions in a systematic and objective way What questions to ask yourself so you can articulate the benefit and value of your contributions How to ask a simple question that can help you secure buy-in even before you've made your request How to frame your ask for resources or support in a way that is most conducive to a yesWant to learn more? Come take the Leadership Archetype quiz on www.jamieleecoach.com and find out how you can optimize this winning strategy to your own style. Text me your thoughts on this episode!Enjoy the show? Don't miss an episode, listen and subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Leave me a review in Apple Podcasts. Connect with me *NEW SERVICE ALERT: Click here to learn about Hypno-Coaching* Connect with me on LinkedIn Email me at jamie@jamieleecoach.com
7/23/24 • 31:05
This is a replay of a webinar that's intended to help you gain confidence and skill in collaborative, interest-based negotiation so you can grow your influence, impact, andincome. You can immediately apply the skills and strategies from this webinar to improve your outcomes in everyday workplace negotiations and salary negotiations.You'll also: • Explore frameworks for leading problem-solving, value-creating conversations• Learn a simple, repeatable 5-step framework for negotiating • Hear the thought process, structure, and debrief of a negotiation role-play designed to help you gain practice in the tactics of interest-based, mutual-benefit negotiationAccess the slide presentation RIGHT HERE (Google Drive link). Text me your thoughts on this episode!Enjoy the show? Don't miss an episode, listen and subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Leave me a review in Apple Podcasts. Connect with me *NEW SERVICE ALERT: Click here to learn about Hypno-Coaching* Connect with me on LinkedIn Email me at jamie@jamieleecoach.com
7/8/24 • 47:21
This is a recording of a live webinar I hosted on Friday 6/21/2024. Watch the video replay here: https://youtu.be/noBDqmL5t8g?si=ED0E-TFcFKUvofZTIn this webinar, we talked about: Perimenopause and confidence Gender socialization and confidence Self-directed neuroplasticity tools How to politely and firmly say no to a wrongly-timed invitation Demo of bilateral stimulation, which promotes blood flow and impulses to both sides of the brain, effectively reducing anxiety How to generate calm, grounded focus ahead of a presentation (with my former client Kristine) Demo of my take on Dr. Amy Cuddy's power pose, which helps you to down-regulate the sympathetic nervous system, associated with flight/fight/freeze stress response, and activates the parasympathetic nervous system, associated with rest and digest Demo of how to generate the confidence to speak up when you're flabbergasted by an opposing counsel who's saying factually incorrect things (aka lying through their mouths) To learn more about coaching with me, come on over to https://www.jamieleecoach.com/apply Text me your thoughts on this episode!Enjoy the show? Don't miss an episode, listen and subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Leave me a review in Apple Podcasts. Connect with me *NEW SERVICE ALERT: Click here to learn about Hypno-Coaching* Connect with me on LinkedIn Email me at jamie@jamieleecoach.com
6/24/24 • 66:36
As a woman, I've encountered contradicting feedback that my voice is both "too loud" and "too soft." I've felt the pressure to change, minimize, and silence my natural speaking voice because unconscious gender bias leads to more criticism, rather than amplification of women's voices. In this episode, my two guests -- Julie Fogh and Casey Erin Clark of Vital Voice Training -- celebrate a decade of helping leaders communicate with savvy, charisma, authenticity, and confidence by embracing, not changing, their voices. We revisit their journey from their first pitch to present at the Bullish Conference in Miami, in 2014 (where I also presented a negotiation workshop and met them for the first time), to their current mission of reshaping communication culture. Julie and Casey share their insights on how women's voices have evolved in the public sphere, countering critiques like vocal fry and upspeak, and how they’ve built a community grounded in the core values of service. You'll learn: How to use insights from acting training to uncover more authentic aspects of yourself for empowered self-expressionWhat genuinely builds the confidence to speak on a TEDx stage How to combat public speaking anxiety The surprising take on filler words like "ums" and "ahs" that will have you feeling relieved to speak as you doHow to approach the intersection of personal power and systemic/environmental factors, so you have greater agency over how you speak, especially if you're a woman and a person of marginalized identity How to have difficult conversations with an audience that lead to breakthroughs and what Julie and Casey offer to make it even easier Vital Voice Training is a voice, public speaking, and communication coaching company on a mission to change the conversation about what leaders are “supposed” to sound like, help organizations revolutionize their communication culture, and help individuals communicate with savvy, charisma, confidence, and a deep connection to their core values. For the client, the result is your voice: amplified (not just louder). Website: http://vitalvoicetraining.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/vital_voice, @vital_voice Instagram: http://instagram.com/vitalvoicetraining, @vitalvoicetraining Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vital-voice-trainingText me your thoughts on this episode!Enjoy the show? Don't miss an episode, listen and subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Leave me a review in Apple Podcasts. Connect with me *NEW SERVICE ALERT: Click here to learn about Hypno-Coaching* Connect with me on LinkedIn Email me at jamie@jamieleecoach.com
6/12/24 • 55:29
Selena Rezvani, author of the WSJ-bestselling book "Quick Confidence" returned to the podcast to share with us these pearls of wisdom: How Selena and Jamie's experiences of negotiating as college students informed how we later became our own advocates as a minority in the workplace How taking action and presenting solutions, even while feeling desperate, can lead to courageous outcomes Tips on how to build confidence by keeping promises to oneself, recognizing one's own strengths, and managing self-awareness and energy levels How to create a more equitable workplace through small acts of validation, sponsorship, and allyship How to overcome the fear of failure by developing a supportive inner dialogue and loosening the attachment to outcomes Selena Rezvani is a recognized consultant, speaker, and author on leadership and self-advocacy.Named by Forbes “the premier expert on standing up for yourself at work,” she’s the author of the Wall Street Journal bestselling book Quick Confidence and also wrote the award-winning Pushback and The Next Generation of Women Leaders, all about ways to make your voice heard and negotiate your needs at work.Selena addresses thousands of professionals each year at places like The World Bank, Under Armour, Microsoft, P&G, and many others. Today, she’s a columnist for NBC News’ Know Your Value. Selena is based in Philadelphia where she lives with her husband Geoff and 11-year-old boy-girl twins.Connect with Selena: TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@selenarezvaniInstagram https://www.instagram.com/selenarezvani/LinkedIn Newsletter https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/quick-confidence-6754213349921316864/LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/selenarezvani/Text me your thoughts on this episode!Enjoy the show? Don't miss an episode, listen and subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Leave me a review in Apple Podcasts. Connect with me *NEW SERVICE ALERT: Click here to learn about Hypno-Coaching* Connect with me on LinkedIn Email me at jamie@jamieleecoach.com
5/21/24 • 38:35
When you want to motivate people to take certain actions but not others (i.e. get the deal on time, but not settle), what do you say? Here's what most people do: Start with the incentive and end with the thing to avoid. "We want to work with you, but these terms don't work for us.""I know we can get the project done on time and on budget, but no last-minute changes this time. Ok?" In this short but mighty actionable episode, I'm walking you throughThe brain-based reason why this typical way is suboptimalOne simple hack you can use in a variety of settings to foster positive motivation, even as you give feedback or deliver "bad news" Four different examples from business negotiation, people management, text conversation, and even at the doctor's office, so you know how you, too, can adapt this insight for improved outcomes with other people Give this hack a test drive in your daily life and at work this week, and let me know how it goes! Text me your thoughts on this episode!Enjoy the show? Don't miss an episode, listen and subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Leave me a review in Apple Podcasts. Connect with me *NEW SERVICE ALERT: Click here to learn about Hypno-Coaching* Connect with me on LinkedIn Email me at jamie@jamieleecoach.com
5/14/24 • 11:10
I've come across a book that makes the perplexing and painful things from my childhood AND professional life make sense within the broader context of the history of humanity. And I'd like to shout about it from the mountaintops. This book is The Patriarchs: How Men Came to Rule, by Angela Saini, a science journalist and author who teaches at MIT. Now, don't get this wrong. The book ISN'T about bashing men or making the female gender superior to another (that would just be perpetuating yet another form of oppression). It IS about going on an eye-opening journey back through time, 10,000 years before modern civilization, to uncover the true roots of gender oppression. It's about challenging the deeply ingrained notion that men have always been the dominant sex. The book debunks the view that patriarchy is just "the way things are." It walks you, point-by-point, through the latest research findings in science and archaeology to show that the systemic favoring of men isn't a natural law, but a constructed one. This revelation matters because every day, women encounter the effect of gendered expectations, whether it's to handle more housework despite both partners working, or the glass ceilings in STEM fields and corporate leadership.Join me and Angela Saini as we dive into prehistory and history to challenge our perceptions and inspire change. Don't forget to subscribe and share this episode with someone who needs to hear this. Text me your thoughts on this episode!Enjoy the show? Don't miss an episode, listen and subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Leave me a review in Apple Podcasts. Connect with me *NEW SERVICE ALERT: Click here to learn about Hypno-Coaching* Connect with me on LinkedIn Email me at jamie@jamieleecoach.com
5/6/24 • 54:35
If you're listening -- and not just a bot scanning text online -- you know what a monumental challenge it is to contend every day with leading your human self and other human beings. But what exactly does it take to lead other humans well? What does genuine human leadership look like? Joining us today to unpack these questions is Dr. Jennifer Nash, an executive advisor, leadership development consultant, and author of the award-winning book, "Be Human, Lead Human." Together we dive into the essence of leading with humanity and how it can impact our career satisfaction and growth. You'll learn: How women leaders can negotiate career growth using human leadership principles What to do when you notice yourself prioritizing relationships while diminishing your own contributions How prioritizing ourselves is often the very opposite of selfish and greedy How to balance humanity and logic when making difficult leadership decisions like letting underperformers goHow to apply human leadership principles regardless of whether you have a leadership title or not Jennifer Nash, PhD, MBA, PCC, is an executive advisor, MG100 member, author, and leadership development consultant partnering with Fortune 50 executives to drive positive business outcomes. Jennifer earned her MBA from the University of Michigan and her PhD from Case Western Reserve University. She serves as an Executive, Leadership, and Career Coach at the University of Michigan and is a fellow at the Harvard/McLean Institute of Coaching. She serves as adjunct faculty at the University of Michigan and has presented her groundbreaking leadership and coaching research at Harvard University and Columbia University. Jennifer's award-winning book entitled Be Human, Lead Human: How to Connect People and Performance is now available worldwide.To learn more about Dr. Jennifer Nash and her book "Be Human, Lead Human," click here: https://drjennifernash.com/bhlhText me your thoughts on this episode!Enjoy the show? Don't miss an episode, listen and subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Leave me a review in Apple Podcasts. Connect with me *NEW SERVICE ALERT: Click here to learn about Hypno-Coaching* Connect with me on LinkedIn Email me at jamie@jamieleecoach.com
4/24/24 • 29:21
Let's get you equipped with the skill and confidence to ask for a raise, negotiate a job offer, or make requests for resources you need to thrive in your career and life. You'll learn: What the overachiever's dilemma is and what you can do about it How to think about negotiation in a way that makes it immediately accessible, no matter where you are in the process The ONE thing you always have and the ONE thing you must do in negotiation What 90% of negotiation challenges really are, and how to move through it What the 3A trap (or unhappy triangle) is and how to overstep it Common problems overachievers encounter in negotiation, and why Live coaching demo to help a volunteer client achieve objective perspective and confidence in negotiating her compensation The five things you must practice to build you negotiation "muscle" Invitation to book your free 1:1 consultation at https://www.jamieleecoach.com/applyWatch the video replay here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sWlACimBOkI&feature=youtu.beText me your thoughts on this episode!Enjoy the show? Don't miss an episode, listen and subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Leave me a review in Apple Podcasts. Connect with me *NEW SERVICE ALERT: Click here to learn about Hypno-Coaching* Connect with me on LinkedIn Email me at jamie@jamieleecoach.com
4/19/24 • 51:33
My dear listeners, you are cordially invited to my upcoming webinar The Art of Negotiating Salary, Resources, and More on Friday, April 19th. Register right over here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_igVx-tx0RzOR7RMtpMB7PgIf you’re listening to this AFTER Friday, April 19, 2024, fear not. You can subscribe to my email newsletter right here: https://jamieleecoach.activehosted.com/f/1 Subscribe and you'll get: * E-book "How to Ask for a Big Pay Raise" which includes salary negotiation scripts my clients have used to secure $50K, $100K+ in pay increases* Resource guide: 50+ things you can negotiate in your career* Replay of Articulate Your Value: Negotiation Workshop * More tips, case studies, and webinar invitesHere’s my why: Your negotiation success is my professional pride and joy. Lets not wait. let’s get you started right away. In today's episode, I’m sharing 3 savvy scripts to negotiate your salary. Then I’m going to share a coaching demo where I helped a client implement exactly threse three savvy scripts. Text me your thoughts on this episode!Enjoy the show? Don't miss an episode, listen and subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Leave me a review in Apple Podcasts. Connect with me *NEW SERVICE ALERT: Click here to learn about Hypno-Coaching* Connect with me on LinkedIn Email me at jamie@jamieleecoach.com
4/11/24 • 14:19
If speaking up for yourself in your career causes stress or nervous system activation (think increased heartbeat, sweaty palms, shortness of breath, or the urge to hide or run away), you are not alone. In this episode, my guest Amy Babish and I discuss practical tools and techniques for managing stress and building nervous system capacity, so you can advocate for yourself as a high-achieving woman. Amy Babish, a transformational coach with over 20 years of experience, shares her expertise in embodied equity, which is the impact of trauma on our nervous system. When trauma goes unaddressed, it can hinder our ability to confidently assert our desires and negotiate for ourselves in various aspects of our lives, both personally and professionally. Amy explains that embodied equity work helps build resilience and capacity for personal, professional, and collective liberation by addressing historical and intergenerational traumas while fostering connections and helping us identify opportunities to speak up for ourselves. You'll learn: What embodied equity is, and why it matters to high-achieving women who want to speak up, advocate, and negotiate for themselves - 03:39How microaggressions can lead to survivalist reaction - 09:07 Practical tools for discharging stress and regulating the nervous system - 19:09 How to differentiate between freeze response versus fight or flight response, and what to do about it - 28:05What to know when you've experienced burnout because you were in a toxic environment, or you were working with someone who was extremely biased and discriminatory in the workplace - 30:13 Amy's guidance on bringing awareness into the body to manage stress response of fawning, for example in meetings - 34:07 Why abuse of power in the workplace is never the victim's fault - 41:20 Mentioned: Follow Amy's substack https://amybabish.substack.com/ or instagram https://instagram.com/amybabishCheck out her website https://amybabish.com/Text me your thoughts on this episode!Enjoy the show? Don't miss an episode, listen and subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Leave me a review in Apple Podcasts. Connect with me *NEW SERVICE ALERT: Click here to learn about Hypno-Coaching* Connect with me on LinkedIn Email me at jamie@jamieleecoach.com
4/2/24 • 44:41
Navigating toxic workplaces is something I coach on every week in my practice. Gaining the skills and insights to deal with bullying and unhealthy work cultures is essential for you to negotiate the uneven and sometimes rough terrain of your career journey. In this episode, I'm interviewing two experts featured in the Harvard Business Review Guide to Navigating the Toxic Workplace. Organizational psychologist Ludmila Praslaova and executive coach Caroline Stokes discuss the root causes of bullying behavior and offer strategies for both organizations and individuals to address toxic work cultures. They provide insights from decades of research and coaching experience on improving communication, building allies, and advocating for change. What you'll learn: Workplace bullying is a common problem that negatively impacts career growth and mental health Bullying often stems from insecurity and a lack of understanding between colleagues (across) or from either a direct report (up) or supervisor (down)Marginalized groups are more vulnerable to bullying due to power dynamicsWhy it's important to trust your intuition and how to do it if something feels wrong at workWhy, in addition to individual self-care, organizations need to take responsibility for creating healthy cultures How gender plays a role in workplace bullying, with men more likely to bully both men and womenHow to apply the "vote for yourself and vote with your feet" principle The why of building allies and documenting incidents to address bullyingFeatured in this episode: Caroline Stokes is an Executive Coach for Start-up Cultures and Fortune 500 Leaders. Check out her book: Elephane Before Unicorns: Emotionally Intelligent Strategies to Save Your Company Caroline's LinkedIn and website Ludmila N. Praslova, Ph.D., is the author of The Canary Code: A Guide to Neurodiversity, Dignity, and Intersectional Belonging at Work. She's also a professor of Graduate Industrial-Organizational Psychology at Vanguard University of Southern California. She is a member of the Thinkers 50 Radar Class of 2024 – a global group of management thinkers most likely make an impact on the world.Ludmila's LinkedIn NEW! Come on over to JamieLeeCoach.com to get your custom tips and scripts based on your leadership archetype. Text me your thoughts on this episode!Enjoy the show? Don't miss an episode, listen and subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Leave me a review in Apple Podcasts. Connect with me *NEW SERVICE ALERT: Click here to learn about Hypno-Coaching* Connect with me on LinkedIn Email me at jamie@jamieleecoach.com
3/19/24 • 53:11
Hey, y'all, I have a free gift for you, I put together a really fun, a super quick online quiz that you can take in about two to five minutes. Access it here: www.jamieleecoach.comThis quiz will tell you which of the four leadership archetypes you are. It will tell you what your superpowers are, and how others see you. And you will get type-specific tips and scripts on how you can improve your leadership effectiveness, your self efficacy, without sacrificing your authenticity. Ever been told, “You make enough money,” when you know your contributions say otherwise? This happened to a client who felt frustrated and unsure how to respond, especially because she wants to keep adding value *and* get better paid. When you’re a woman, a minority in the workplace, you will encounter comments insinuating you should be “grateful” for what you earn now (which makes me so mad… don’t get me started on how sexist that is). But here’s the thing: your rebuttal does NOT have to be confrontational. In this episode, you'll learn a proven, battle-tested way to meet comments like that with even-keeled, level-headedness that will elevate your leadership presence *and* create an entry point to the conversation you REALLY want to have.To get 1:1 executive coaching support, book your free 1:1 consultation today at www.jamieleecoach.com/applyText me your thoughts on this episode!Enjoy the show? Don't miss an episode, listen and subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Leave me a review in Apple Podcasts. Connect with me *NEW SERVICE ALERT: Click here to learn about Hypno-Coaching* Connect with me on LinkedIn Email me at jamie@jamieleecoach.com
2/27/24 • 24:29
