Send us a Message Embracing our authentic selves in our careers is like unlocking a treasure trove of fulfillment and innovation. It's about finding joy in what we do and letting our unique perspectives shine. When we're genuine, trust and credibility naturally follow, paving the way for strong professional relationships and open, honest communication. This authenticity isn't just about personal growth; it's a game-changer for the entire workplace culture. Being true to ourselves fosters creativ...
Oct 23, 2023•42 min
Send us a Message As we know, the status quo doesn't serve the global majority. That's why it's so important that we create opportunities to move ourselves into positions that empower us. Financial literacy is a powerful tool that does just that, enabling women and other marginalized genders to take charge of their economic destinies. Financial literacy is about much more than just dollars and cents; it's about independence, breaking cycles of poverty, and bridging the wealth gap. With financial...
Oct 16, 2023•48 min
Send us a Message Expectations are a part of life, but if we take them too much to heart, it can have negative effects. It can stir up anger and resentment, making it hard for us to make our own choices. This can even lead to mental health struggles like depression and anxiety. So, it's important to shed the burden of societal expectations and fully embrace our genuine selves. Instead of letting others dictate who we "should" be, let's tune into our own thoughts, desires, and beliefs. That's whe...
Oct 09, 2023•47 min
Send us a Message Life has this funny way of evolving, and so do we. (Re)discovering your purpose is like embarking on a lifelong treasure hunt for the essence of who you are. It's not a one-time, "set it and forget it" kind of deal. It's about honoring the shifts, the growth spurts, and the gentle nudges from the universe. This process isn't about flipping a switch; it's more like adjusting the volume knob until the melody feels just right. In this episode, Kim and Louise are joined by mystic, ...
Oct 02, 2023•51 min
Send us a Message Let's face it. Change can be really hard. Change is also the only constant, and mastering the art of navigating transitions is key to personal and professional growth. Whether it's a career move, a new project, or a life milestone, transitions shape our journey. In this episode, Kim is joined by the owner of My HR Firm, Celine Perez, where they hone in on what it takes to successfully navigate change. If you're currently at a crossroads or just curious about the art of career e...
Sep 25, 2023•49 min
Send us a Message What is divine timing? Well, basically, it’s the belief that everything happens exactly when it's meant to. Have you ever had several different and unrelated people mention a book or movie to you multiple times or run into the same person again and again? That's divine timing giving you a nudge to take inspired action on the things you’re being called to. In this week's episode, Kim and Louise are going to be joined by their guest, coach Nadine Stille, as they dive head first i...
Sep 18, 2023•53 min
Send us a Message Welcome to September! The air is crisp. The apples are ripe. The school year has started. It's a time of new beginnings! It's also a time of overwhelm for so many folks - maybe even you. Louise and Kim have been helping many of their clients through this season of overwhelm and are bringing you this special episode to share with you their ideas on how to use this season as a time to reflect, reset, and recalibrate yourself so you're not drowning in overwhelm as we head into the...
Sep 10, 2023•46 min
Send us a Message Together, these dynamic forces of learning and unlearning guide us along the path of personal discovery so we can continue to upgrade ourselves for our highest good. In this episode, Louise and Kim are joined by multi-passionate entrepreneur Régine Théodat as they unravel the secrets of this transformative journey. You can learn more about Régine and her fabulous adventures at: https://www.isseandlo.com https://https.www.instagram.com/regine.theodat https://www.youtube.com/chan...
Sep 05, 2023•47 min
Send us a Message We've all heard about the importance of rest. And yet, many (or maybe even most) of us feel like we struggle to get enough of it. Most people think rest synonymous with sleep. In fact, they serve somewhat different functions - both incredibly important to our overall functioning. While both rest and sleep support your mental, emotional and physical health, rest also soothes, calms and regulates your nervous system. Whereas sleep gives your body (and brain) time to repair itself...
Aug 28, 2023•50 min
Send us a Message Entitled and empowered are two distict mindsets and ways of approaching life. Entitlement is marked by a belief in unearned privileges and expectations, while empowerment is characterized by a sense of agency, accountability, and the pursuit of personal and collective growth. The journey from entitled to empowered involves a shift in mindset, focusing on self-awareness, accountability, gratitude, and a willingness to embrace challenges and opportunities for personal development...
Aug 21, 2023•50 min
Send us a Message Doubting your creativity? Time to reconsider! Creativity isn't limited to grand art or major breakthroughs; it takes various forms. We often hold back from creative things due to comparison or fear of failure. In this episode, Louise and Kim have a conversation with Creativity Doula, Hollis Citron. They discuss how everyone has their own creative spark and explore ways to nurture and embrace our unique creative expressions. Hollis is on a mission to make creativity accessible t...
Aug 14, 2023•46 min
Send us a Message Life can be messy. We are mistake-making beings. And yet, the other F word (failure) lurks around every corner and can prevent us from showing up fully in our lives. Join us as we talk with photographer Shannon MacFarlane about the ups and downs, ins and outs of living a mistake embracing life without caving to the fear of failure. You can learn more about Shannon at https://www.slobberedlens.com/ #failure #fword #mindset #yourkickasscareer #mistakes #makingmistakes #makemistak...
Aug 04, 2023•46 min
Send us a Message 95% of us would say we have a bucket list, but how many of us have written our list down and intentionally crossing items off it? Join us as we talk with Roger Williams, author and host of the Crossing It Off podcast, about what it means to truly live with a bucket list mindset. You can learn more about Roger at: https://crossingitoffpodcast.com/ #mindset #bucketlist #crossingitoff #intentionality #intentional #dothething Show Highlights 0:00 Welcome & Hellos 1:30 Celebrati...
Jul 31, 2023•50 min
Send us a Message Work-life balance is something we all strive for, in one way or another. It's this concept of creating enough energy so we can excel at work and still enjoy all of the elements that make up our lives. When it comes down to it, it's really about creating boundaries around how work shows up for us in our lives. In this week's episode, Kim and Louise get a chance to talk with Conscious Launch Strategist & Copy Coach For The Internet Rich And Famous, Sage Polaris. Sage is one o...
Jul 24, 2023•48 min
Send us a Message Play for adults is critical in our stressful go-go-go lives. It has been shown to release endorphins, improve brain functionality, stimulate creativity, and increase energy. It's also an amazing catalyst to help guide you through any personal or professional transformation. In this episode, Kim and Louise sit down with a business game expert and creator Jean Berry of Jean Berry Presents to talk about all things play. Come play with us! You can learn more about Jean's genius at:...
Jul 17, 2023•49 min
Send us a Message "You are such a badass!" When's the last time someone said that to you? When's the last time you believed it about yourself? And what does it even mean to say you're a badass?! We dive into all those questions... and more... on this episode of Kickass Career Conversations with Louise & Kim. This episode, we're joined by business consultant and bestselling co-author of The Pursuit of Badasserie series, Amanda Furgiuele to discuss what it means to be a badass and how to own i...
Jul 10, 2023•46 min
Send us a Message Butterflies are beautiful. They've transformed themselves from caterpillars (also beautiful, but in a different way). And, when butterflies land in your stomach they can be downright annoying and even debilitating. It can be particularly challenging when those butterflies show up at work. But what can you do about them? Well, that's what Kim and Louise are talking with Heidi Pauer, founder of Kind Finds, this week. Heidi's background in education and the arts has let her experi...
Jul 03, 2023•52 min
Send us a Message Life is a rollercoaster. And sometimes, those dips can start to veer us off course. But, they don't have to. In fact, those dips can often open doors we never knew existed. In this week's episode, Louise and Kim chat with Kylie Travers about how to turn obstacles into opportunities and create a life you love. You can learn more about Kylie's amazing story at https://kylietravers.com.au or find her on the socials at KylieTraversAus. Show Highlights 0:00 Welcome & Hello 1:12 ...
Jun 26, 2023•36 min
Send us a Message Being the best-kept secret in your industry doesn't help anyone - least of all yourself. So why do you keep putting yourself in the corner and expecting someone to come ask you to dance? On this week's episode, Kim and Louise are joined by Mackenzie Armstrong of Armstrong Virtual Solutions, where they're going to talk about ways you can stand out from the crowd. You can learn more about Mackenzie at: https://armstrongvirtualsolutions.com https://www.instagram.com/mackenzie.arms...
Jun 19, 2023•40 min
Send us a Message It often feels as though we're living in a pressure cooker. People are restless, volatile, and tempers are blowing up left and right. And, most of us don't want to live this way. We are looking for a way out, a way that feels more stable, secure, and grounded. That's where emotional freedom comes in. There are a multitude of ways we can approach finding emotional freedom in our lives, including EMDR, EFT (or "tapping"), and somatic awareness. On this week's episode, Kim and Lou...
Jun 10, 2023•53 min
Send us a Message No one wants to feel like an imposter. But the truth is, many of us do. If you’ve ever felt like you don’t belong or you don’t deserve your job, know that you’re not alone. In fact, according to a recent research study, nearly two-thirds (62%) of workers worldwide reported experiencing imposter syndrome at some point in their careers. If you’re personally struggling with imposter syndrome or are working with others who are exhibiting some of the common traits, there are a lot o...
Jun 03, 2023•46 min
Send us a Message Have you ever wondered why it seems so difficult to actively promote yourself? You know, sharing your successes, achievements, and wisdom without holding back? In this episode, Louise and Kim are joined by Lisa Bragg, the woman who literally wrote the book on the subject! In her book, Bragging Rights: How to Talk about Your Work Using Purposeful Self-Promotion , Lisa examines why so many people are afraid to speak up about their work, illuminates why bragging is a catalyst of p...
May 29, 2023•50 min
Send us a Message Letting go holds immense power in our lives. It is the art of releasing attachments, expectations, and burdens that no longer serve us. When we learn to let go, we create space for growth, healing, and transformation. By relinquishing control and surrendering to the natural flow of life, we free ourselves from the shackles of the past and open ourselves up to new possibilities. Letting go is a profound act of self-liberation, allowing us to embrace the present moment fully and ...
May 22, 2023•43 min
Send us a Message We're all aware that communication is a critical component of interpersonal effectiveness. We communicate to get our ideas across, to connect with others, to negotiate, and inspire. And yet, many of us still struggle with our communication skills. That's where empowered communication comes in. Empowered communication is a way of speaking that can help us identify shared values, encourages us to use language that increases goodwill, and avoid language that contributes to resentm...
May 16, 2023•47 min
Send us a Message Society places immense value on "staying in control." We're constantly told how to create a life that is organized, structured, and planned. However, if you're like most folks we know, this ends up creating stress and overwhelm in our lives, instead. The reality is... none of us is really ever in control. It can be tricky to learn how to release control (and the desire for it). And, when we do... we are greeted by the freedom so many of us are yearning for. In this episode, Kim...
May 08, 2023•51 min
Send us a Message If you hear a voice within you say you cannot paint, then by all means paint, and that voice will be silenced." - Vincent Van Gogh We all have that little voice in our heads that can either lift us up or bring us down. But here's the thing: our thoughts are just thoughts. They're not good or bad, they just are. So let's learn to accept them without letting them control us. On this episode, Kim and Louise discuss how to create a kinder inner dialogue. Show Highlights Welcome 0:0...
May 01, 2023•44 min
Send us a Message We are so excited to be celebrating our one-year anniversary of Kickass Conversations with Louise & Kim on this week's episode! Join us as we talk about "Where Your Attention Goes" and how that can lead to great things - you know, like creating a podcast, a Collective of amazing humans, and so much more! And it's not just "woo"! There is science behind the concept that where your attention goes, energy flows. It's connected to the idea that neurons that fire together, wire ...
Apr 24, 2023•39 min
Send us a Message Do you dread annual performance reviews (giving and/or receiving them)? Do you prefer to focus on what needs to be done versus taking the time to go inside yourself and understand why you're doing what you're doing? Enter self-evaluation. This term goes by many names - self-awareness, self-assessment, self-inquiry. No matter how you phrase it, though, the bottom line is it plays an important role in your overall development - personally AND professionally. In this week's episod...
Apr 17, 2023•48 min
Send us a Message Have you ever found yourself at a crossroads unsure of which direction to turn? It can feel heavy and overwhelming to make a decision from that place. Which one is the "right" choice? What happens if you make the "wrong" choice? It can be downright debilitating and keep you stuck for quite a long time. In this episode of Kickass Conversations with Louise and Kim, we dive into the topic of how to get through challenging times when you are needing to make a decision about which w...
Apr 11, 2023•37 min
Send us a Message What would it be like to have deep, unshakeable belief in yourself? Pretty amazing, huh? That's what it means to have inner strength. It's that range of behaviors, skills and attitudes that keep you both stable and adaptable throughout life. So how does someone get that kind of inner strength? That's what Kim and Louise are going to be talking about in this episode with their guest, Sabrina Osso, CEO of Osso Safe. Sabrina is a TEDx Speaker and author promoting safety and preven...
Apr 03, 2023•45 min
