137 episodes

A podcast for women as we navigate our personal and professional lives, sharing the inspiration that helps us along the way.
Together we’ll celebrate our triumphs and dig into our setbacks. We're giving voice to the experiences we live on a daily basis in search of continued self awareness. Let's find more ways to create opportunity for ourselves and advocate for our communities.

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A podcast for women as we navigate our personal and professional lives, sharing the inspiration that helps us along the way.
Together we’ll celebrate our triumphs and dig into our setbacks. We're giving voice to the experiences we live on a daily basis in search of continued self awareness. Let's find more ways to create opportunity for ourselves and advocate for our communities.

    Episode 136: An Intentional Pause

    Episode 136: An Intentional Pause

    It’s scary to slow down, but we’re going to be taking time off from the podcast for rest and reflection as we manage life in a pandemic and many moments of change.


    Links in this episode:



    Syd on Instagram
    Breanna on Instagram
    Vote Save America


    Thank you for listening and we'll keep you in the loop on what's next!

    • 19 min
    Episode 135: “Can’t Do It All” Workshop Recap

    Episode 135: “Can’t Do It All” Workshop Recap

    In early March, we attended the “Can’t Do It All Workshop” hosted by licensed marriage and family therapist, Alaina Brubaker at Rochester Brainery. Since many of us feel trapped by pressure and expectation to do more, we're recapping her tips to organize our lives according to our values and priorities. (Originally aired 4/17/20).


    Links in this episode:



    Brooklyn Nine-Nine on Hulu
    @Alaina_talks_therapy on Instagram
    Rochester Brainery
    Brene Brown: List of Values

    • 39 min
    Episode 134: You Deserve A Day Off

    Episode 134: You Deserve A Day Off

    Not all days off are created equal. Sometimes we need to take a PTO day to do nothing or tackle chores and appointments—a day off for no reason! We’re talking about how we all should make time off a priority for ourselves even if we’re not going on a full blown vacation and how to ask your boss for it. (Originally aired 9/20/19).


    Links in this episode:



    NYTimes: Smarter Living newsletter
    Girls Night in Club: Everything You Need to Know to Take a Staycation ASAHP (As Soon As Humanly Possible)
    NYTimes: What to Do With a Day Off

    • 38 min
    Episode 133: Finding Your Identity Outside of Work

    Episode 133: Finding Your Identity Outside of Work

    Your career does not define you! We discuss how we show up in other areas of our life to feel fulfilled, how to recognize those roles, and give them room to breathe. (Originally aired 2/22/19).


    Links in this episode:



    Zen Habits: The Zen Habits Guide to Spending Your Time Intentionally
    Strengths Edge: UnlockIt Workshop
    Entrepreneur: Science Knows You Need to Get a Life Outside of Work. This Is How You Do It.
    The Cut: Your Job Can’t Be the Only Meaningful Thing in Your Life
    The Everygirl: 5 Reasons Why Your Career Does Not Define Your Identity
    Queen Speaking: How To Set Boundaries Without Feeling Guilty

    • 49 min
    Episode 132: Do You Know Your Top Five Strengths?

    Episode 132: Do You Know Your Top Five Strengths?

    Learn how to tap into your natural talents as you pursue your own career development. We share our experience taking the Gallup CliftonStrengths assessment, our top five strengths, and how they show up for us in the work we do. (Originally aired 11/9/18).


    Links in this episode:



    Netflix: Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj
    Gallup: CliftonStrengths
    StrengthsFinder 2.0 by Tom Rath
    CliftonStrengths Theme Domains
    Strengths-Edge Coaching

    • 53 min
    Episode 131: What Breanna’s Reading

    Episode 131: What Breanna’s Reading

    We’re sharing Breanna’s top recommendations for the newsletters, magazines, blogs, books, and more!


    Links in this episode:



    Morning Brew
    NYTimes Smarter Living newsletter
    Nick Wignall’s newsletter
    Zen Habits
    Anti-Racism Daily
    The Kitchn
    Skinnytaste
    Gimme Some Oven
    Jacey Duprie on Instagram
    InStyle Magazine
    InStyle: Alicia Keys Is Creating the Art She — and the World — Needs Right Now
    Best American Food Writing 2019
    Magnolia Table by Joanna Gaines
    Salt Fat Acid Heat by Samin Nosrat

    • 51 min

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