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. Career Clarity & Pivoting

    4D AGO

    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 a text 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. 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 a text 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. 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 a text 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
  4. 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 a text 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
  5. 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 a text 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
  6. Rest Is A Power Move

    JAN 26

    Rest Is A Power Move

    Ever swear you’ll “catch up on sleep this weekend”… and somehow wake up Monday still tired? Same. 😅 In this January wrap-up, Jess and Claude are making a bold claim: rest isn’t a reward — it’s a strategy. We’re talking the real reason your habits fall apart when you’re exhausted (spoiler: your brain goes into survival mode), plus a few simple, low-pressure routines you can actually keep. In this episode: The January recap: what stuck, what didn’t, and why “pressure” isn’t the moveThe Rest Ledger: an energy budget for your life (what drained you vs. what restored you)The Power Down Protocol: close loops → dim & distance → downshiftThe Work Bestie bedtime routine: brain → light → bodyWhat to do if you wake up at 2AM (without doom scrolling 😬)A 1-week experiment: the “no after-hours spiral” boundaryNot medical advice: If you’re dealing with chronic insomnia or severe sleep issues, please talk to a qualified clinician. Books on Rest, Sleep & Energy Exhausted: How to Revitalize, Restore, and Renew Your Energy – the book Jess references in this episodeWhy We Sleep by Matthew WalkerRest Is Resistance by Tricia HerseyBurnout by Emily Nagoski & Amelia NagoskiEssentialism by Greg McKeownThe Sleep Solution by W. Chris Winter, MDPodcasts for Going Deeper The Huberman Lab Podcast (sleep & nervous system episodes)Ten Percent HappierThe Mel Robbins Podcast (rest, boundaries & burnout conversations)Feel Better, Live More (Dr. Rangan Chatterjee)The Happiness Lab#Sleep #BurnoutRecovery #WorkLifeBalance Send a text 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

    28 min
  7. The Skeptic’s Guide to Vision Boards: Make One That Actually Drives Action

    JAN 19

    The Skeptic’s Guide to Vision Boards: Make One That Actually Drives Action

    Vision boards work… do they? 😅 In this episode, Jess (the believer) and Claude (the skeptic) make vision boards for 2026 and unpack what vision boards really are: not magic, not toxic positivity, but a clarity tool that helps you focus your decisions and take real action. We share the 3 questions that guide everything, how to avoid turning your board into a fantasy board, and a simple way to keep your goals visible all year. What You’ll Learn / Key Takeaways: The 3 questions to ask before you cut a single pictureWhy “vision board” is really a clarity boardHow to avoid a “fantasy board” (and keep goals tangible)What it means when you don’t hit a goal… but you’re still on trackWhy consistency is the real secret ingredientPhysical vs digital vision boards: pick what works for your brainThe easiest way to actually use your board (phone wallpaper hack)Mentioned in This Episode: Recording from Podfest in Orlando (yes, we’re literally on the floor 😄)Canva vs magazines + scissors + glueBuilding community + growing the podcast ecosystemAction Challenge (for listeners): Answer these three questions today: How do I want work to feel in 2026?What do I want less of?What am I willing to do differently?Then share ONE word, phrase, or image that represents your 2026 direction. Send a text 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

    18 min
  8. Reinventing Yourself With Grace: It’s Okay If Your Path Deviates with Rosamaria Mancini (SOS Podcasts)

    JAN 12

    Reinventing Yourself With Grace: It’s Okay If Your Path Deviates with Rosamaria Mancini (SOS Podcasts)

    “New Year, New You” can feel inspiring… until your life takes a turn you didn’t plan. In this episode, Rosamaria Mancini—author of SOS Podcasts—joins us to explore what it really means to reinvent yourself when your path changes, and how to meet that deviation with grace, empathy, and connection. Rosamaria shares her story of leaving New York and rebuilding her identity through major transitions in Italy and later Germany. From culture shock and learning new rhythms of daily life to loneliness, motherhood, and the challenge of making friends later in adulthood, she offers an honest look at what it takes to start over—without losing yourself in the process. A standout theme: podcasts as connection. For Rosamaria, podcast voices became a lifeline during isolated seasons—helping her feel less alone, more grounded, and still connected to the world she came from. If your “future plan” doesn’t look the way you expected this year, this conversation is a reminder: different doesn’t mean wrong—your path can deviate and still be yours. In this episode, we talk about: When Rosamaria realized she was truly an expatItaly vs. Germany: the emotional whiplash of switching culturesHow slowing down can be the key to belongingFriendship abroad + building “chosen family”The “emergency contact” moment that hits expats hardPodcasts as a tool for comfort, learning, and connectionThe mindset shift: staying true to yourself when plans changeGuest: Rosamaria Mancini Website: [https://rosamariamancini.com]Book: SOS PodcastsResources mentioned NPR Life KitThe Daily (The New York Times)Wiser Than Me (Julia Louis-Dreyfus)Send a text 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
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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
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