Frustrated And Exhausted Ruth Wood
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Welcome to 'Frustrated and Exhausted,' a podcast for women in leadership!
I'm Ruth Wood, a leadership coach for women, and I’m here to help you navigate life without feeling overwhelmed.
This podcast is for you if you're tired of juggling so many things. Here, I'll share experiences, tips, and practical ways to find balance and thrive in leadership without sacrificing your sanity.
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Who Are You Now?
In today's episode, we're diving deep into the theme of personal identity and the significant shifts that redefine who we are.
As life throws its curveballs—be it marriage, career changes, or even moving countries—our sense of self is often put to the test.
We'll explore how nostalgia can sometimes hold us back and share strategies for embracing the person you've become.
Here are the highlights
(03:00) Identity shifts and nostalgia's impact on self-discovery
(04:02) Changes in life after our 20s
(10:05) Self-appreciation and self-confidence
Book a call: https://link.coachspace.ai/widget/bookings/resonatediscovery
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We Can Do Hard Things with Ingrid McGhee
In this episode, we're diving into the world of resilience and legal challenges with my special guest, Ingrid McGhee, a seasoned employment law expert from Weightmans Law Firm in Glasgow.
Ingrid's journey into law is a fascinating story of ambition, adaptability, and tackling tough challenges head-on.
She shares her unique perspective on navigating the legal field, the importance of emotional intelligence, and her experiences of stepping outside her comfort zone to grow personally and professionally.
Join us for a conversation filled with insightful lessons on pushing boundaries and finding your path in the demanding world of law.
Here are the highlights:
(1:23) Career path and finding a niche in the legal field
(5:48) Taking career risks and pursuing new opportunities
(15:23) Being authentic in a legal career
(20:03) Personal growth, ambition, and self-awareness in a legal career
(29:09) Career growth, self-awareness, and being a role model
Find out more
Connect with Ingrid on LinkedIn HERE.
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Stepping Into The Shadows
In this episode I'm going to be taking a look at the concept of our shadow, and how that can impact us at work.
I talk about what the benefits are, and how to understand the less shiny, positive side of ourselves, and why it matters when we're in leadership roles.
Here are the highlights
(01:31) Personal growth
(03:03) Understanding emotional responses at work
(09:15) Personal biases
To read more about Jung and his ideas, start here: Jung: The Key Ideas, by Ruth Snowden
https://amzn.eu/d/1DlHsTp
To read more on DEI, I highly recommend Ruchika Tulshuan’s book, Inclusion on Purpose: https://amzn.eu/d/hS5egbG
For an accessible approach to psychodynamics, I highly recommend listening to Julia Roger's podcast, The Dynamics of Everyday Life –
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What People Say (When You're Not Listening)
In this episode, we confront the discomforting reality of how others perceive us when we aren't present.
I give tips and tricks on how to deal with the anxiety of this concept and talk about the reasons why we may feel anxious.
Get in touch:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resonateleadership
LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthalexandrawood
Website:https://www.resonateleadership.co.uk
Book a call: https://link.coachspace.ai/widget/bookings/resonatediscovery
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Do You Need A Mansplainer?
In this episode of "Frustrated and Exhausted," we delve into the topic of mansplaining, a phenomenon where men feel compelled to offer unnecessary explanations, often disregarding women's expertise.
We kick off the discussion with a viral TikTok clip featuring golfer Georgia Ball, who encountered a patronising person while golfing.
Throughout the episode, we explore strategies for addressing this behaviour while dissecting the underlying biases that cause it.
Georgia Ball video: https://www.tiktok.com/@georgiagolfcoach/video/7337774171075743009?lang=en
Rebecca Solnit, Men Explain Things To Me: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00TILS7PM?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_QYV4FZD1HBB54HXMVS6V
Sign up for the masterclass here: https://women.resonateleadership.co.uk/leadermasterclass503415
Get in touch: https://www.instagram.com/resonateleadership
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthalexandrawood
Website: https://www.resonateleadership.co.uk
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Neurodiversity, Women & Work with Susan Ball
In today's episode, coinciding with Neurodiversity Awareness Week, we're chatting with the incredible Susan Ball!
Susan is a passionate advocate for diversity and neurodiversity, earning herself a place on the Diversity Power List 2023/4
We dive into Susan's journey, from her tax hustle to her gigs as a non-Executive Director and trustee. She spills the beans on her personal battles with neurodiversity in the workplace and shares some useful strategies for overcoming them.
Here are the highlights
(04:23) Career choices and professional growth
(21:10) Coping with menopause and work-related stress
(23:52) Workplace mental health and dyslexia
(34:42) Leadership, neurodiversity, and personal growth
Connect with Susan here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-ball-rsm/
More information on Neurodiversity Awareness Week: https://www.neurodiversityweek.com
Get in touch: https://www.instagram.com/resonateleadership
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthalexandrawood
Website: https://www.resonateleadership.co.uk
Customer Reviews
Women are Powerful
A very insightful podcast delivered with warmth and humour. I do agree that as women we are and can be powerful. We meet that unconscious bias and assumption all the time that we’re not. I do a lot of work myself in this area, in the field of voice, so I found this fascinating. Well done Ruth, great podcast.
Authentic
A very authentic look at women in leadership and the challenges of juggling and spinning the plates. Societal expectations and media representations as key factors are not ignored. Well done, Ruth.
Practical advice delivered with compassion
Really enjoyed listening to this. Ruth really gets the every day challenges of women in the workplace and reflects on them with warmth, good humour and common sense. Made me feel understood and optimistic.