In a previous episode, Laura talked about the importance of aligning your values with your company rather than trying to fit into its culture. In today's episode, she dives deeper into this topic and shows you how to use your values in the interviewing process from multiple perspectives, including as a candidate or as an HR professional within an organization. Get ready to learn how to assess values alignment during an interview, how to integrate them to ask better questions when interviewing a ...
Nov 08, 2023•15 min•Season 3Ep. 133
In today's episode, Laura and true trailblazer in the construction industry, Misha Homara, sit down for an insightful conversation about the importance of sharing knowledge and helping others in the community. Laura and Misha explore how by helping each other, we can create a better community and ultimately achieve greater success together. It's all about shifting our mindset from "How do I do this?" to "Who can help me do this?" By surrounding ourselves with the right people and support groups,...
Nov 01, 2023•38 min•Season 3Ep. 132
Do you think there is a right or wrong personality type for a CEO? Today's episode is focused on a recent study done by Stanford and MIT: "There's no such thing as a perfect CEO personality type". Laura has been studying and working with leaders for over 20 years and in today's episode she brings her expertise along with the study mentioned above to explore what research tells us about the common stereotypes of personality traits every CEO should have, and how a CEOs personality affects the patt...
Oct 25, 2023•23 min•Season 3Ep. 131
Confidence...are we born with it? do we build it? can we be confident 100% of the time? In today's episode, Laura and her guest, Nicole Kalil cover all things confidence. From the false messages we've gotten about being confident to the actionable things you can do to build and keep it, to understanding the balance between external validation and trusting yourself, this conversation will equip you with the tools you need to begin your confidence journey. Listen until the end and soak into every ...
Oct 18, 2023•51 min•Season 2Ep. 130
Laura's guest, Karith Foster, does an amazing job at creating neutral spaces to learn about diversity at work through humor. She specializes in bringing people together by talking about the things we have in common with each other, and in this episode, we find out all about her journey and mission! Laura and Karith discuss everything from the pivotal moments that guided her career to why the traditional DEI programs aren't making any changes. They also talk about the negative effects of cancel c...
Oct 11, 2023•42 min•Season 3Ep. 129
Does the idea of not giving 100% scare you? Breaking the habit of "all-or-nothing" thinking is hard, especially in a society where we're used to hearing comments like "go big or go home". Lowering or even adjusting our goals or expectations of ourselves isn't something we're taught. Luckily, it is proven this isn't the only way to achieve your goals or live a purposeful life. In today's episode, Laura shares 3 tactics that'll help you rest to 85%, so be ready to get uncomfortable! Not everything...
Oct 04, 2023•15 min•Season 3Ep. 128
In today's episode, Laura and her guest, Jenny Evans delve deep into the topic of finding meaning and purpose in what you do. They explore the idea that there are multiple ways to achieve this, and it's all about discovering your own unique path. Whether it's through continuous learning, tapping into your talents and skills, or expanding your capacity, they both agree that it's essential to find that sense of fulfillment in our lives and work. Throughout this conversation, you'll also hear Laura...
Sep 27, 2023•42 min•Season 3Ep. 127
Do we need to trade in our core beliefs for success? Instead, what would our journey look like if we had the power to choose how we want to live our values? Today's conversation with Genea Barnes will teach you what to do when your values are in conflict and how to identify your subconscious values to live in alignment with your life purpose. In this episode, we look at Genea's own journey of entrepreneurship and how she's now living her values. Whether you're an entrepreneur or a corporate lead...
Sep 20, 2023•42 min•Season 3Ep. 126
Do any of these phrases sound familiar to you? "She has some great ideas but she’s just not the right culture fit" "He’s got the drive we want, he fits with the culture”. Culture fit - what does that even mean? Culture fit is a term often used to justify decisions that we don’t know how to express or a way for leaders to not give specific feedback. In today’s episode, Laura goes over a major mindset shift - moving from culture fit to values alignment. Plus, she also explains how by doing intenti...
Sep 13, 2023•26 min•Season 3Ep. 125
In today's episode, Laura and expert on inclusion and diversity, Ruth Rathblott bring an authentic and very much-needed conversation around creating a culture of belonging and how understanding our differences helps us connect with others. Throughout this conversation, you'll hear Ruth share her experience hiding her disability for years, the 4 key steps to unhiding, how to stop making people feel comfortable above your own comfort and more. Listen in on this session and learn how to unhide, thr...
Sep 06, 2023•43 min•Season 3Ep. 124
In today's episode, Laura and her guest, Shereese Floyd roll up their sleeves and dive into why the world needs more female thought leaders and how you as one can bring more of your thought leadership internally and externally. In this conversation, you’ll hear Shereese talk about how you can share your own experience with different audiences in an authentic way, why aligning your purpose to your values and paycheck is the perfect combo to thrive as a thought leader, and the importance of always...
Aug 30, 2023•46 min•Season 3Ep. 123
In today's episode, Laura sits down with Gil Gershoni - founder and creative director of branding agency, Gershoni Creative - to unpack the many powers of dyslexic thinkers and how this hyper-ability impacts their leadership. Throughout this episode, you'll hear Gil share how his dyslexia amplifies his leadership style, why a can-do attitude develops a proactive approach in all situations, how he brings his team along in his vision, and more. Laura’s first book – Values First. How Knowing Your C...
Aug 23, 2023•43 min•Season 3Ep. 122
In today's episode, Laura and Alicia Ray talk about the different empowering ways you can advocate for yourself, and in particular, the ones Alicia has implemented in her own life and career since joining Laura's Group Coaching Program . Alicia went from feeling burned out, overwhelmed, and barely surviving the day to regaining the power to make important decisions based on her values. She decided to prioritize her own development by betting on her success and choosing the path of self-advocacy....
Aug 16, 2023•48 min•Season 3Ep. 121
Over the past few months, Laura has been collecting data from leaders on their career journeys, and whether they should stay at their current role or transition into a new one. The results are astonishing, and in today's episode, you get to hear all about it. Laura dives deep into the main reasons leaders hesitate when it comes to their next career move and why - believe it or not - they are already ready for bigger things. Where do you want to see yourself 6 months from now? If you are ready to...
Aug 09, 2023•26 min•Season 3Ep. 120
Starting a new job is exciting. However, before officially moving forward, there are a few things you should consider to make your transition more successful. In today's episode, Laura shares the five mistakes she has seen time and time again leaders make in transitioning roles. From setting boundaries early on to taking the necessary time to absorb your new work environment, Laura covers all the bases to save you from crashing and burning at your new job. If you want to learn what you need to a...
Aug 02, 2023•32 min•Season 3Ep. 119
In today's solo episode, Laura goes step by step over how to effectively ask for professional development sponsorship as well as the things you should know beforehand to make the most out of your conversation. This is a wide-ranging episode about how to become knowledgeable of what you're already being offered by your employer, how to get funding for your team's development, how to provide more visibility for your team, and even how to ask for your manager's support so you can prioritize time in...
Jul 26, 2023•34 min•Season 3Ep. 118
Today's session is truly special. Laura is giving you permission to do something for yourself! So allow yourself to stop being overscheduled and overworked and think about the one thing you need more of right now. It is time to build an action plan to prioritize your needs and this episode will help you do just that! So, what is one small step you can take today that will give you more of what you need? Get in touch with Laura and let her know! Laura’s first book – Values First. How Knowing Your...
Jul 19, 2023•19 min•Season 3Ep. 117
Today we're bringing you one of your favorite episodes - Belonging and Advocacy with Amanda Knox. Tune into this listener favorite and revisit Amanda's inspiring story as she shares what her work in advocacy looks like as an exoneree, how she integrates her life and work, the causes she supports, and more. Laura’s first book – Values First. How Knowing Your Core Beliefs Can Get You the Life and Career You Want – is now available! Grab your copy today ! Love audiobooks? Values First is also avail...
Jul 12, 2023•44 min•Season 3Ep. 116
In today's episode, Kevin Wilde shares hard-earned wisdom every aspiring leader needs to hear. Kevin is the author of the book Coachability: The Leadership Superpower and in this conversation, he talks about the differentiating factor in leadership and what coachable leaders do more often than their peers. Get ready to dive deeper into the power of leadership coachability, the benefits of acting on feedback, and how to recognize your blind spots before they derail your career. Laura’s first book...
Jul 05, 2023•54 min•Season 3Ep. 115
In today's episode, Laura talks about how this concept of the unreliable narrator comes into the lives of high-achieving leaders. She also walks us through a few examples of how she sees this show up in the leaders that she coaches and challenges us to spend more time in our bright spots and the compliments that we get. This episode will help you shift from being the unreliable narrator to trusting yourself and your strengths, so listen in and enjoy! Laura’s first book – Values First. How Knowin...
Jun 28, 2023•20 min•Season 3Ep. 114
Welcome to this special episode! We are excited to let you know that Laura's book - Values First. How Knowing Your Core Beliefs Can Get You the Life and Career You Want – is now available as an audiobook! It's been a year since the release of the book. Initially, it was released in hardcover, paperback, and Kindle versions. However, after the demands of her audience, Laura decided it was time to bring it to life in the audio version as well. So in this episode, she shares the behind-the-scenes o...
Jun 21, 2023•34 min•Season 3Ep. 113
Today on the show, Laura welcomes the current Interim CEO at C200, Barri Rafferty. At C200 Barri focuses on helping women succeed in their careers, and advance current and future women entrepreneurs and corporate leaders. This conversation is a deep dive into everything from the current state of women in the C-suite to creating support systems, setting clear boundaries, and leveraging your team's strengths to win. Laura's empowering chat with Barri will inspire you to keep advancing your career ...
Jun 14, 2023•41 min•Season 3Ep. 112
Corporate governance is crucial for the smooth running of an organization. But how does it work exactly and how does it affect you as a leader? In today's episode, Laura sits down with governance expert, Lisa Coletta, for a thought-provoking conversation about why governance matters for leaders and organizations. Lisa's no-nonsense approach to simplifying governance and making it actionable is a game-changer. Throughout this episode, you will hear her emphasize why governance should not be viewe...
Jun 07, 2023•53 min•Season 3Ep. 111
Today on the show, Laura welcomes business executive Manal Keen to talk about the importance of having an open mind and how this has changed the dynamic in her personal and professional life. Throughout this conversation, you will also hear Laura and Manal explore different topics such as how to develop a work-life integration that works for you, burnout, setting boundaries, productivity tips, and much more. Laura’s first book – Values First. How Knowing Your Core Beliefs Can Get You the Life an...
May 31, 2023•46 min•Season 3Ep. 110
This week, Laura interviews entrepreneur and book author, Robert Jordan. Robert has devoted his career to working with leaders and helping organizations perform better. In this episode, he delves into the four types of leadership presented in his book and also shares how to know which one you are to thrive at work. This episode is packed with valuable insights and practical tips for leaders at all levels. Get ready to hear Laura and Robert discuss the importance of having open and honest convers...
May 24, 2023•39 min•Season 3Ep. 109
In this episode, Laura and her guest, Maria Doughty delve into the world of non-profit board service and explore how it can positively impact both your personal life and professional career. Non-profit organizations play a crucial role in addressing societal issues and driving positive change. Join Laura and Maria as they discuss the benefits of serving on a non-profit board, how it can build leadership capability, how compassionate leaders can meet the needs of employees but still have to make ...
May 17, 2023•50 min•Season 3Ep. 108
In today's episode, you'll learn the different ways you can strengthen your relationships with your peers at work and how being intentional about it can lead to more impact. Laura and leadership coach Miriam Meima dive deep into the common themes they see when coaching other leaders. They explore the importance of avoiding initiative overload, how to use your energy cycle to increase productivity, the benefits of having open communication with your team, and much more. This episode will provide ...
May 10, 2023•46 min•Season 3Ep. 107
How often do you celebrate your successes? Recognizing your wins serve as fuel for your continued growth. However, people are more likely to associate celebration with their personal lives rather than their careers. But what if there was a way to celebrate wins at work regularly and help you want to make progress continuously? This is the focus of today's conversation with Aashni Shah, the founder of Hypedocs - a platform designed to engage, motivate, and retain employees by making it easier for...
May 03, 2023•52 min•Season 3Ep. 106
It has been a year since the release of Laura's book, Values First , can you believe that? In the last year, she has helped her readers recenter their lives around what truly matters to them - are you one of them? In celebration of the one-year anniversary of the book, today she goes over the V.A.L.U.E.S. First Framework. Specifically, the V and the U. (Remember, V is for values first and U is for uplifting others.) This episode will teach you how to identify your values and connect them to your...
Apr 26, 2023•23 min•Season 3Ep. 105
Whether you're trying to expand your knowledge or start learning about how to make better financial decisions, this week's conversation is the way to go! Our guest is wealth advisor Jenifer Sapel, and today, she shares how we can build financial confidence, as well as her 5-step framework to align our financial decisions with our values. Throughout this episode, you will also hear Laura and Jenifer talk about the feelings of shame some people feel when it comes to money and not knowing everythin...
Apr 19, 2023•42 min•Season 3Ep. 104
