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Episode No. 194  •  
July 24, 2026

The Productivity Trap

When Doing More Costs You More

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 >
Two women hold podcast microphones and discuss workplace norms in their podcast for women
Episode No. 193  •  
July 3, 2026

Your Network Matters!

But Your Weak Ties Matter More

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 >
Episode No. 192  •  
June 12, 2026

Five Go-To Lines for Better Boundaries at Work

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 >
Episode No. 191  •  
May 29, 2026

Your Birth Year Shouldn’t Matter

Ageism at Every Age

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 >

Episode Archive

Episode No. 190  •  
May 15, 2026

Finding Your Thing

(When Nothing Feels Clear)

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 >
Episode No. 189  •  
May 1, 2026

Small Conversations, Big Impact

Check-ins Matter

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 >
Episode No. 188  •  
April 17, 2026

The Ambition Gap is Bullshit–

And We're Not Buying It

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 >
Episode No. 187  •  
April 3, 2026

Strategic Defiance at Work

It's Not About Being Difficult —It’s About Being Aligned

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 >
Episode No. 186  •  
March 20, 2026

The Broken Rung Strikes Again

(and Women Are Done)

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 >
Episode No. 185  •  
March 6, 2026

Performance Improvement Plans

Path to Progress or Paper Trail of Pain? (Part Two)

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 >
Episode No. 184  •  
February 20, 2026

Performance Improvement Plans

Path to Progress or Paper Trail of Pain? (Part One)

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 >
Episode No. 183  •  
February 6, 2026

When Nice is Not Kind (nor Effective)

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 >
Episode No. 182  •  
January 27, 2026

Seven Ways Your Thoughts are Distorting Your Emotions–

And What To Do About It

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 >
Episode No. 181  •  
January 9, 2026

Self-Diagnosis Check-In: Thoughtful (and fun!)

Questions for a Joyful Work Year Ahead

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 >
Episode No. 180  •  
December 27, 2025

Needy, Checked Out, or Defensive?

Rethinking Behavior at Work

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 >
Episode No. 179  •  
December 11, 2025

Celebrate!

It's Transformative, Fun and Uplifting!

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 >
Episode No. 178  •  
November 29, 2025

How to Know a Person

An Exploration of Seeing and Being Seen (Part 2)

Being seen is central to being human essential to human flourishing. Join us as we explore how to harness this super power and get… Go to episode >
Two women talk about work while drinking coffee
Episode No. 177  •  
November 14, 2025

How to Know a Person

An Exploration of Seeing and Being Seen (Part 1)

Being seen is central to being human essential to human flourishing. Join us as we explore how to harness this super power and get… Go to episode >
Episode No. 176  •  
October 30, 2025

Two Jobs, One Life

The Rise of Moonlighting for Women at Work

Moonlighting encompasses everything from freelance work and gig economy jobs to online businesses and passion and experiment projects. The concept of two jobs has… Go to episode >
Episode No. 175  •  
October 17, 2025

Protect Your Mental Health

Navigating Stress in Turbulent Times

Recent research shows that women experience mental health conditions differently than men, and we're unpacking it all. We'll discuss the critical role of connection—our… Go to episode >