Balance Boldly for Ambitious Women in Business Balance and Relationships

In this concise yet potent micro episode, I’m answering an audience question on why you want to set expansive boundaries, what the benefits are, and the risk of not choosing to infuse them in your life, relationships, and business.
Time Stamps:
00:00 Discussing boundaries and their key significance of what makes them expansive vs rigid
04:06 Why personal boundaries crucial for physical and mental health, especially in relationships
06:42 Benefits of setting boundaries for personal abundance and energy
10:03 The tangible link between boundaries and healing


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Balance Boldly for Ambitious Women in Business (and a few brave men) is a weekly podcast hosted by Naketa Ren Thigpen, the #1 Balance (and) Relationship Advisor in the world. The show offers work-life balance and relationship development strategies you can implement that help you navigate transitions in life while strengthening personal and professional relationships. Naketa and her incredibly potent guest focus on enhancing mental health and wellbeing without sacrificing boundaries, sustainable business growth practices, or relationship intimacy from the bedroom to the boardroom. The strategies shared in what feels like a mutual conversation with friends you trust will help you leave new multigenerational imprints and balance boldly.

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Now Go! Enjoy the balance of your day, but remember, do it, BOLDLY!
Thank you for listening!

-With love- Naketa Ren Thigpen, Balance (and) Relationship Advisor ♾️💜💋

Have you found yourself privately saying, “I don’t get it, I don’t have imposter syndrome, and can’t relate to people who say they have.” Our next guest, Sheila Buswell, can in fact relate to you if you’re a human who connects with that statement. At least she could, until she couldn’t… Once the CEO and Co-Founder of Buswell Biomedical, and veteran of the US Army, got perspective on where the feeling of “not enough” showed up in a specific area of her purview, everything changed. Today, Sheila’s an author, sharing her personal experiences with imposter syndrome alongside a diverse group of other accomplished humans who struggled with self-doubt in her book, Is This Seat For Me? Overcoming Imposter Syndrome in Everyday Life and Business. In this episode, we dive deeper into how you can be dope and still doubt in a way that can make you play small when you’re here for big impact.
Time Stamps:
00:00 In-depth conversation about imposter syndrome
04:40 How Imposter syndrome arises with new challenges
08:52 Biases at work
13:30 The importance of deciding to embrace or fix flaws
14:27 Not every woman want’s to hold your baby
20:07 Space for freedom of choice.
21:57 Bucking the system
25:53 Understanding diverse communication styles, including your own
29:49 Sharing is caring and how to start small

More about Sheila Buswell
After losing her scholarship to college, Sheila enrolled in the US Army where she cross trained as a Generator Mechanic. After receiving a medical discharge in 2001, Sheila transitioned back into civilian life. Committed to not ending up in a minimum wage job flipping burgers, Sheila enrolled in the Missouri University of Science and Technology so she could build a career as an engineer. 

For years, Sheila both had success in her career and also endured a tremendous amount of sexism. She left her job in 2019 to found Buswell Biomedical, a company based off the device she invented which is controlled by Machine Learning.

Follow Sheila Buswell:
www.isthisseatforme.com 

Sheila’s Book: Is This Seat for Me? Overcoming Imposter Syndrome in Everyday Life and Business

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More on the BBP:
Balance Boldly for Ambitious Women in Business (and a few brave men) is a weekly podcast hosted by Naketa Ren Thigpen, the #1 Balance (and) Relationship Advisor in the world. The show offers work-life balance and relationship development strategies you can implement that help you navigate transitions in life while strengthening personal and professional relationships. Naketa and her incredibly potent guest focus on enhancing mental health and wellbeing without sacrificing boundaries, sustainable business growth practices, or relationship intimacy from the bedroom to the boardroom. The strategies shared in what feels like a mutual conversation with friends you trust will help you leave new multigenerational imprints and balance boldly....

We’ve all been there, stuck, questioning ourselves and asking what we should do next. In this episode, Dr. Jia Ng, a Board-Certified Nephrologist, Assistant Professor, Researcher, and Coach opens up and shares what she realized as a powerful truth that guided her toward a path, she could’ve never seen herself if she hadn’t slowed down to hear it. Listen in as Dr. Jia talks about what life looked like leaving a clinical career as a physician, balancing kids, family, and her sanity before taking the leap into her next chapter of life.
Time Stamps:
00:00 Appreciating where you are and embracing the in-between
04:53 Transition to broader impact
10:12 What life looks like when you let go of expectations
13:13 How your transition impacts your family, work, and leadership
17:05 Navigating challenges while working with your spouse (in separate businesses)
19:38 Balancing work and life while embracing the Japanese concept, the “power of ma”
21:26 Exploring what’s next after one transition is complete and a new one is rising

More about Dr. Jia Ng:
Dr. Jia Ng, MD MSCE is a Board-certified Nephrologist and Assistant Professor at the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/ Northwell, New York. She is also the founder of PublishedMD, where she coaches clinicians on how to publish research papers, build authority and achieve their academic goals without the overwhelm. Currently, she is an active clinical researcher, and has received more than $1 Million Dollars of grant funding from the National Institutes of Health and Foundational Grants.
Follow Dr. Jia Ng:
Website: www.publishedMD.com
YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@PublishedMD
Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/jiahweing
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jiahweing/


Ready for self-care mastery that activates alignment in your life, business, and relationships? Join us in our new mentorship, the Women’s Self-Care Guild- a sanctuary for ambitious women seeking peace. https://www.thigpro.com/mentorship

More on the BBP:
Balance Boldly for Ambitious Women in Business (and a few brave men) is a weekly podcast hosted by Naketa Ren Thigpen, the #1 Balance (and) Relationship Advisor in the world. The show offers work-life balance and relationship development strategies you can implement that help you navigate transitions in life while strengthening personal and professional relationships. Naketa and her incredibly potent guest focus on enhancing mental health and wellbeing without sacrificing boundaries, sustainable business growth practices, or relationship intimacy from the bedroom to the boardroom. The strategies shared in what feels like a mutual conversation with friends you trust will help you leave new multigenerational imprints and balance boldly.

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In a world where transactional connections are too common and professional networks are often built around WIFMRN (what’s in it for me right now) without true thought of establishing long, meaningful relationships, the power of mutual support is rare. Tiffany Houser, Executive Coach and Founder of EVOLVE, is focused on changing the narrative of these contexts by helping the leaders she serves leverage advantages from increased self-worth. If you’ve found yourself in a career transition and are unsure of how to craft a supportive professional network where people don’t feel used and you feel seen and embraced, tune in.
Time Stamps:
00:00 Building a strong network during career shifts
05:48 Why grounding in your self-worth and gratitude matter
08:36 How to craft your network before you need to tap-in during career transitions
12:23 The importance of managing your health during perimenopause before major life or work changes
14:59 Reconciling tools helps you maintain your energy capacity and engagement
17:24 Crafting supportive professional networks during career transitions
20:33 How self-worth and thought leadership elevate you and your networks
26:15 Thriving with impact in leadership
28:58 Gratitude, authenticity, and impact in leadership
31:46 Prioritize yourself to better serve others
35:34 Be clear about your agenda while considering others; emotional intelligence 101
38:31 Maintain grace, release pressure, cultivate alternative possibilities
43:42 The power of simplicity in your pause.

More about Tiffany Houser
Tiffany Houser is an executive & leadership coach and founder of EVOLVE, on a mission to transform senior leaders and founders' experience with self-worth, authenticity, their vision, and purpose. With extensive experience coaching leaders and designing transformative team experiences, Tiffany believes in cultivating compassionate, responsible, inclusive, and empowered leaders at all levels. Through her 1:1 coaching, she uncovers hidden self-worth struggles and equips leaders with the tools to gain clarity and confidence. Tiffany is also the Creator of Self Worth Advantage® which provides leaders and their people partners with strategies and a framework to leave the imposter feelings behind for good.
Follow Tiffany:
selfworthadvantage.com
evolveeq.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffanyhouser/

Ready for self-care mastery that activates alignment in your life, business, and relationships? Join us in our new mentorship, the Women’s Self-Care Guild- a sanctuary for ambitious women seeking peace. https://www.thigpro.com/mentorship

More on the BBP:
Balance Boldly for Ambitious Women in Business (and a few brave men) is a weekly podcast hosted by Naketa Ren Thigpen, the #1 Balance (and) Relationship Advisor in the world. The show offers work-life balance and relationship development strategies you can implement that help you navigate transitions in life while strengthening personal and professional relationships. Naketa and her incredibly potent guest focus on enhancing mental health and wellbeing without sacrificing boundaries, sustainable business growth practices, or relationship intimacy from the bedroom to the boardroom. The strategies shared in what feels like a mutual conversation with friends you trust

Last week was about the art of professional breakups and this week we are diving into the signs and solutions for personal relationships that have come to their end. Understanding the theory of reciprocity in relationships is simple but applying that awareness in real time is far from easy when you justify the imbalance because of the amount of time you’ve known someone. If you’ve ever experienced consistent passive-aggressive behavior in a relationship with your BFF or other deemed close relationships, you’ll want to pull up a chair and tune in with full focus.
Time Stamps:
00:00 Spotting and dealing with uneven, mentally taxing relationships.
06:55 Know your position and adjust to the situation.
08:38 How to read a room and communicate effectively.
11:43 Why it’s important to normalize paying friends for their work.
17:17 Manage your stress before you take a break so you can refuel fully.
20:42 Dealing with passive aggressive and condescending critiques.
22:41 Being clear about boundaries and expressing frustrations firmly.
25:35 Share with those you know can benefit.


Ready for self-care mastery that activates alignment in your life, business, and relationships? Join us in our new mentorship, the Women’s Self-Care Guild- a sanctuary for ambitious women seeking peace. https://www.thigpro.com/mentorship

More on the BBP:
Balance Boldly for Ambitious Women in Business (and a few brave men) is a weekly podcast hosted by Naketa Ren Thigpen, the #1 Balance (and) Relationship Advisor in the world. The show offers work-life balance and relationship development strategies you can implement that help you navigate transitions in life while strengthening personal and professional relationships. Naketa and her incredibly potent guest focus on enhancing mental health and wellbeing without sacrificing boundaries, sustainable business growth practices, or relationship intimacy from the bedroom to the boardroom. The strategies shared in what feels like a mutual conversation with friends you trust will help you leave new multigenerational imprints and balance boldly.

Your Review Matters!
Listen & Leave a review on Apple Podcast: https://rebrand.ly/BalanceBoldly-ApplePodcasts
Listen & Leave a review on Spotify: https://rebrand.ly/BalanceBoldly-Spotify

If you’re ready for intentional rest and relaxation strategies that support your mental health and increase productivity, WATCH our newest show, The Lazy Overachiever & JOIN the channel: YouTube @TLOshow
The Lazy Overachiever Show is your haven away from the hustle. Subscribe to the link above on your favorite podcast app to gain insights into the benefits of balancing achievement with well-deserved rest.
Follow:
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Now Go! Enjoy the balance of your day, but...

Strategic conversations are required when you find yourself in dire need of breaking up with someone, you’re in a professional partnership with. Whether they are a business partner or project specific partner, tact is essential for your sanity and the sanctity of your reputation. Make no mistake, this is an art form in and of itself that takes practice and intentionality, especially if you must navigate the same space moving forward.
Time Stamps:
00:00 Professional breakups and personal reflections
03:25 Careful vetting helps find the right support.
08:03 Seeking support and building awareness for success.
10:21 Recognizing personal trauma, habits, and the need for validation.
13:36 Avoid bringing past emotions into current situations.
18:11 Honest breakup conversations addressing work partnership issues.
20:17 How to approach breakup conversations calmly and professionally.

Ready for self-care mastery that activates alignment in your life, business, and relationships? Join us in our new mentorship, the Women’s Self-Care Guild- a sanctuary for ambitious women seeking peace. https://www.thigpro.com/mentorship

More on the BBP:
Balance Boldly for Ambitious Women in Business (and a few brave men) is a weekly podcast hosted by Naketa Ren Thigpen, the #1 Balance (and) Relationship Advisor in the world. The show offers work-life balance and relationship development strategies you can implement that help you navigate transitions in life while strengthening personal and professional relationships. Naketa and her incredibly potent guest focus on enhancing mental health and wellbeing without sacrificing boundaries, sustainable business growth practices, or relationship intimacy from the bedroom to the boardroom. The strategies shared in what feels like a mutual conversation with friends you trust will help you leave new multigenerational imprints and balance boldly.

Your Review Matters!
Listen & Leave a review on Apple Podcast: https://rebrand.ly/BalanceBoldly-ApplePodcasts
Listen & Leave a review on Spotify: https://rebrand.ly/BalanceBoldly-Spotify

If you’re ready for intentional rest and relaxation strategies that support your mental health and increase productivity, WATCH our newest show, The Lazy Overachiever & JOIN the channel: YouTube @TLOshow
The Lazy Overachiever Show is your haven away from the hustle. Subscribe to the link above on your favorite podcast app to gain insights into the benefits of balancing achievement with well-deserved rest.
Follow:
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/naketathigpen
Instagram: www.instagram.com/asknaketa
Threads: www.threads.net/asknaketa

Now Go! Enjoy the balance of your day, but remember, do it, BOLDLY!
Thank you for listening!

-With love- Naketa Ren Thigpen, Balance (and) Relationship Advisor...