Have you ever noticed that “I’m so busy” has become less of a complaint and more of a humblebrag - or a declaration of… Go to episode >

This isn’t about hustling harder or becoming a LinkedIn goblin. It’s about using the generous, invisible network women already build for each other —… Go to episode >

Have you ever walked out of a conversation and thought, “Why didn’t I say that?” Welcome to Whether you’re dealing with a chronic interrupter,… Go to episode >

Age bias affects people across the entire career span. For women, this bias is compounded by gender, creating what researchers call “gendered ageism,” a… Go to episode >

Congratulations, job seekers, new workers and soon-to-be-graduates—and also, buckle up - it is a bumpy ride. That’s the vibe of early career life right… Go to episode >

Check-ins are where management actually happens—and in this episode checkins are given the status they deserve - at the center of performance, trust, and… Go to episode >

Spoiler: women aren’t less ambitious. The system just hasn’t been built to recognize, support, or reward their ambition in the same way. Drawing on… Go to episode >

What if the most powerful leadership move isn't agreement—it's a principled "no"? Sunita Sah redefines defiance as quiet integrity: acting on your values when… Go to episode >

For over a decade, this report has tracked slow, incremental progress. Women now make up nearly 30% of the C-suite, up from 17%. But… Go to episode >

A PIP, to remind listeners, is still the same document—written performance gaps, expectations, timeline, support, consequences—but from the receiver’s side it lands less like… Go to episode >

Our hosts unpack how and when PIPs are effective and conversely, what is just a waste of time and a cause for unnecessary tension… Go to episode >

Being agreeable may feel safe—but it comes at a cost. Agreeableness means people don’t get the information they need to improve; high performers feel… Go to episode >

Emotions are not simple cause-and-effect reactions to events, but responses filtered through the stories your mind tells. Your thoughts act as a middleperson between… Go to episode >

Ditch the stiff year-end reviews—Crina and Kirsten grab the NYT’s “7 Reflection Questions for a Happier New Year” and remix it for work with… Go to episode >

When the stakes are high and expectations are muddy, even the most competent humans can slip into self‑protection mode at work. Deadlines, performance reviews,… Go to episode >

Nearly every cultural or religious tradition celebrates something this time of year, reminding us that humans are wired to pause, connect, and acknowledge progress.… Go to episode >