Work Besties Who Podcast

Work Besties Who Podcast
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Building a bold community of work besties 💼👯‍♀️ to bond 🤝💞, banter 😂🎉, and bloom 🌸✨ 🎙️ Listen to the Work Besties Who Podcast: where workplace friendships get real! From tea spills to relatable laughs, we’re unpacking everything about work life's ups, downs, and unforgettable moments.✨ Join us for candid chats, relatable stories, and a sprinkle of chaos—because what’s work without a little drama and a lot of fun?  💼😄 Hit play, and let’s dive into the messy magic of workplace connections together! Work Besties:-)

  1. Fixable Problems vs. Dealbreakers in Love, Friendship & Work Bestie Relationships with Shelley Badayos

    4D AGO

    Fixable Problems vs. Dealbreakers in Love, Friendship & Work Bestie Relationships with Shelley Badayos

    How do you know when a relationship needs repair… and when it’s revealing a dealbreaker? In Episode 94, we sit down with Shelley Badayos to unpack one of the messiest questions in love, friendship, and work-bestie relationships: what is actually fixable, and what is costing you too much to keep normalizing? We talk about attachment patterns, why we repeat what feels familiar, the difference between awareness and acceptance, and what it really looks like to move from insight into action. We also explore how these same relationship dynamics show up in platonic and workplace relationships, especially when a friendship starts to shift, feel one-sided, or quietly stop feeling mutual. Inside this episode:  fixable problems vs. true dealbreakers  awareness vs. acceptance  repair, boundaries, and changed behavior  the friendship formula and why work friendships change  how to tell if a relationship needs a conversation, a reset, or something more honest If you have ever found yourself wondering whether a relationship is asking for repair — or revealing something deeper — this conversation is for you. Send us Fan Mail You can watch the full episode on Youtube Follow us on IG ,  TikTok, Threads and LinkedIn Please rate, comment and provide suggestions for upcoming episodes Work Besties! Theme Song Written by Ralph Lentini @therallyband

    21 min
  2. Career Clarity Through Action with David Prosper

    MAR 16

    Career Clarity Through Action with David Prosper

    In this episode, we sit down with David Prosper, aka The Clarity Guy, for a conversation on career pivots, overthinking, burnout, and what it really takes to move forward when you don’t have the full plan. David shares why clarity is not about knowing the entire outcome — it’s about identifying your next right step. We talk about why high performers often get stuck, how overthinking keeps people trapped, and what to do when you’re successful on paper but no longer feel aligned with your work. We also walk through a real-time example of David’s coaching process, where he helps us break down a press kit challenge into one simple next action. Later, we get into the emotional side of clarity: anxiety, ambiguity, reacting versus responding, and the difference between feelings that are valid and feelings that should not drive your decisions. If you’ve been waiting for certainty before making a move, this episode is your reminder that progress comes before clarity — not after. What we cover Why the biggest myth about clarity is thinking you need the full outcomeThe question that cuts through overwhelm: What is my next right step?Why smart, ambitious people overcomplicate simple decisionsHow to know whether a career pivot is really necessaryThe difference between reacting to pain and responding with intentionDavid’s framework for getting unstuck: state, story, and systemWhy overthinking can become a prisonThe meaning behind David’s compass and the idea of finding your northDavid Prosper Instagram: @theclarityguy_ Send us Fan Mail You can watch the full episode on Youtube Follow us on IG ,  TikTok, Threads and LinkedIn Please rate, comment and provide suggestions for upcoming episodes Work Besties! Theme Song Written by Ralph Lentini @therallyband

    29 min
  3. Success Than What? With Elena Donskaya

    MAR 9

    Success Than What? With Elena Donskaya

    Elena Donskaya had the career, the title, the team, the family, and everything that looked like success from the outside. But inside, something felt off. In this episode, Elena opens up about the moment she realized her “first mountain” wasn’t fulfilling what it had promised, how she began listening to the whispers of her intuition, and what eventually led her from Wall Street into coaching women through burnout, identity shifts, and self-reconnection. We also talk about what a feminine energy coach actually does, why so many high-achieving women feel numb or disconnected, how overthinking fuels burnout, and why clarity often starts with slowing down enough to hear yourself again. This conversation is for anyone who has ever thought: I did everything right… so why doesn’t this feel right? In this episode, we cover: Elena’s breaking point after achieving the “dream” on paperWhy success doesn’t always equal fulfillmentWhat feminine energy coaching means in practiceHow intuition can show up in everyday lifeThe role of stress, burnout, and disconnection in high-achieving womenWhy identity shifts matter more than just changing habitsHow to tell when it may be time for a pivotWhy clarity comes from space, stillness, and self-trustConnect with Elena: Instagram: @elenavisionary LinkedIn: Elena Donskaya, MBA Skool community: Awakened Woman AcademySend us Fan Mail You can watch the full episode on Youtube Follow us on IG ,  TikTok, Threads and LinkedIn Please rate, comment and provide suggestions for upcoming episodes Work Besties! Theme Song Written by Ralph Lentini @therallyband

    23 min
  4. Career Clarity & Pivoting

    MAR 2

    Career Clarity & Pivoting

    Have you ever opened LinkedIn, seen someone announce a new job, and immediately started rethinking your entire life? Or had a normal Tuesday and one email made you think: maybe I should become a florist. If that’s you, welcome to career clarity and pivoting—the Work Besties way. Jess & Claude break down how to stop making decisions in panic after one bad meeting and start gathering real data about what’s actually going on. You’ll get: A Stay / Shift / Go decision frameworkA 5-factor scorecard to stop arguing with yourselfSeveral clarity experiments you can try this week A Work Besties Clarity Sprint you can do with a trusted friend in 12 minutesOur March Community Challenge: Your Ideal Day This month is all about momentum, not mayhem—so instead of waiting for clarity to arrive, we’re helping you move a little so clarity can follow. Clarity comes from action: use small experiments to generate data  Books cited: What Color is Your Parachute Working Identity: Unconventional Strategies For Reinventing Your Career by Herminia Ibarra PIVOT: The Only Move That Matters Is Your Next Move by Jenny Blake Send us Fan Mail You can watch the full episode on Youtube Follow us on IG ,  TikTok, Threads and LinkedIn Please rate, comment and provide suggestions for upcoming episodes Work Besties! Theme Song Written by Ralph Lentini @therallyband

    21 min
  5. Personal Branding at Work: Authentic, Not Exposed

    FEB 23

    Personal Branding at Work: Authentic, Not Exposed

    In this episode of Work Besties Who Podcast, Jess and Claude sit down with executive coach and leadership strategist Kathryn Booker-Veloz to answer the question so many professionals struggle with: How do you show up authentically—without oversharing and regretting it later? Kathryn breaks down what real workplace authenticity looks like (hint: it’s not perfection, and it’s not bringing every personal detail to work). You’ll learn a simple “intent vs. impact” check before you speak up in a meeting or post on LinkedIn, how to “read the room,” and how to build trust while still keeping healthy boundaries. Plus, Kathryn shares how leaders can create “breathing points” for their teams and why younger generations are demanding more humanity at work. What you’ll learn What “authentic” actually means at work (and why perfectionism backfires)The difference between being real and oversharingKathryn’s 10-second visibility check: intent vs. impactHow to share stories that build trust (without crossing personal boundaries)What to post (and not post) on LinkedInHow leaders can create psychological safety—without losing credibilityHow to find (or become) a “work bestie” when trust feels riskyGuest Kathryn Booker-Veloz — Executive coach & leadership strategist, founder of Influence Leadership Lab. She has coached 300+ leaders in high-stakes environments where visibility, power, and reputation matter. Work with Kathryn Kathryn is offering a complimentary 1-hour coaching call to help you work through a real challenge in real time. Website: kathrynexecutive.com Send us Fan Mail You can watch the full episode on Youtube Follow us on IG ,  TikTok, Threads and LinkedIn Please rate, comment and provide suggestions for upcoming episodes Work Besties! Theme Song Written by Ralph Lentini @therallyband

    29 min
  6. Build Your Brand, Not a Persona with Ronni Landeck

    FEB 16

    Build Your Brand, Not a Persona with Ronni Landeck

    If you’ve ever been the person who “just handles it,” this episode is for you. Jess and Claude sit down with leadership coach Ronni Landeck to talk about authenticity at work that’s rooted in alignment (not performance), boundaries that protect your time without sounding difficult, and communication that doesn’t come with a side of apology. They kick off with a powerful distinction: being a high performer is being great at your job — becoming “the default” is being great at everyone else’s job too. From there, Ronni shares how to stay authentic within real workplace dynamics, how to pause with executive presence when you’re put on the spot, and how to build sustainable success without burning out. You’ll also hear Ronni’s SOURCE framework — a practical guide for staying grounded under pressure — plus a simple way to reframe imposter syndrome using self-compassion and “power phrases” that help you show up with clarity and confidence. What we cover in this episode The difference between being a high performer vs. becoming “the default”What authenticity at work actually means (and what people get wrong)Boundaries that strengthen executive presenceA clear script to use when new work gets added to your plateConfidence, imposter syndrome, and why self-compassion mattersRonni’s SOURCE framework for sustainable performance and personal growthThe sentence to use when someone hands you work that isn’t yours  “Right now, my top three priorities are A, B, and C — where would you like this new task prioritized?” Memorable moments “Hope isn’t a strategy.”“Self-compassion is a muscle—you build it.”“Action brings clarity and confidence.”Resources mentioned How to Win Friends and Influence People — Dale CarnegieHealing the Fragmented Selves of Trauma Survivors — Janina FisherSelf-compassion research — Kristin NeffRumi: “As you start to walk on the way, the way appears.”Connect with Ronni Landeck  Website: https://ronnilandeck.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronni-landeck-bast/ Send us Fan Mail You can watch the full episode on Youtube Follow us on IG ,  TikTok, Threads and LinkedIn Please rate, comment and provide suggestions for upcoming episodes Work Besties! Theme Song Written by Ralph Lentini @therallyband

    32 min
  7. Unmasking at Work (with Adriana Vaccaro)

    FEB 9

    Unmasking at Work (with Adriana Vaccaro)

    We all want to “be ourselves” at work… but many of us learned to survive by wearing masks: the high performer mask, the people-pleaser mask, the “I’m fine” mask. In this episode, Jess & Claude sit down with Adriana Vaccaro, CEO and Founder of Culture Redesigned, to unpack what masking actually is, why it happens, and how it quietly becomes your personal brand. You’ll learn how to recognize when you’re masking, how psychological safety changes everything, and what leaders can do to create environments where people can show up as themselves. And we close with the question we all wonder: If unmasking feels risky, what’s the first mask you should take off without putting your job at risk? In This Episode, We Cover What “masking” at work really looks like (and why it’s a brain-based defense mechanism)The connection between psychological safety and authenticityHow to tell if you’re masking because something is unaligned vs unfamiliarWhy “chameleon behavior” can feel safe—but cost you over timeThe manager’s role in shaping the emotional environment of a teamHow to build trust through consistent, clear, authentic communicationAdriana’s safest “first unmasking step” when authenticity feels riskyKey Takeaways Unmasking isn’t an overnight change — it’s gradual and strategic.Psychological safety is the real opposite of masking.Your body often tells the truth first (fatigue, headaches, “the ick,” dread).Leaders must take responsibility for the environment they create.Trust grows when people experience you as consistent and authentic.A safe first step toward unmasking: stop people-pleasing and practice silence.About Our Guest Adriana Vaccaro is the CEO and Founder of Culture Redesigned. She blends behavioral science with real-world business leadership to help organizations and individuals turn values into actions that actually change outcomes. Connect with Adriana Adriana Vaccaro, MBA | LinkedInCulture Redesigned – Building Dream TeamsWork Besties Challenge (Try This This Week) Pick one moment where you usually “fill the space” to keep things smooth.  Instead, pause for 3 seconds before responding. Practice silence without over-agreeing. Send us Fan Mail You can watch the full episode on Youtube Follow us on IG ,  TikTok, Threads and LinkedIn Please rate, comment and provide suggestions for upcoming episodes Work Besties! Theme Song Written by Ralph Lentini @therallyband

    30 min
  8. Authenticity At Work

    FEB 2

    Authenticity At Work

    Ever notice your voice goes two octaves higher in a meeting—or you rewrite the same email sentence five times because it sounds “too much like you”? In this episode, we’re exploring authenticity at work without turning it into oversharing. Because being yourself at work gets easier when someone else sees you and helps you stay aligned. This month’s commitment: we don’t punish honesty—we reward it with safety. And we don’t chase perfection; we practice alignment. In this episode, we cover: What we mean by authenticity: consistency between your values and your behaviorsWhy authenticity isn’t “unfiltered everything” (you can be real and professional)The two versions of authenticity: corporate (reliability + boundaries) and creative (voice + POV)“Your brand is your behavior”—and how misalignment shows up (hello, “brand panic”)3 “work bestie” safety signals: reflect you back kindly, protect you in rooms you’re not in, and tell you the truth without shaming youTry this this week: Pick one value (clarity, calm, balance, excellence, etc.) → translate it into one behavior people can see. Share it with your work bestie and ask for a gut check. Coming up this month: Unmasking at Work (and why your brand is your behavior)Authentic Influence (boundaries that protect your brand)How to Stay You While You GrowShare with your work bestie and tag us with the value + behavior you’re practicing this week. Send us Fan Mail You can watch the full episode on Youtube Follow us on IG ,  TikTok, Threads and LinkedIn Please rate, comment and provide suggestions for upcoming episodes Work Besties! Theme Song Written by Ralph Lentini @therallyband

    17 min
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Building a bold community of work besties 💼👯‍♀️ to bond 🤝💞, banter 😂🎉, and bloom 🌸✨ 🎙️ Listen to the Work Besties Who Podcast: where workplace friendships get real! From tea spills to relatable laughs, we’re unpacking everything about work life's ups, downs, and unforgettable moments.✨ Join us for candid chats, relatable stories, and a sprinkle of chaos—because what’s work without a little drama and a lot of fun?  💼😄 Hit play, and let’s dive into the messy magic of workplace connections together! Work Besties:-)

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    Work Besties Who Podcast
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    94
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