Deep Work Out Loud

Julie Harris Oliver
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Welcome to Deep Work: Out Loud, The thinking that fuels our life, our work, and our leadership. I'm Julie Harris Oliver. This is the podcast where I sit with another professional coach and we do some work around a single concept, piece of inspiration, a topic we've seen come up in coaching. If we're very lucky, while talking about it, we might demonstrate what coaching might look and feel like. But we'll see how this goes. It's all an experiment. With any luck, you will leave with something you can apply and use in your work or your life or both.

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    Living Off Menu: Worthiness, Permission, and Small Experiments with Marie Smith | Deep Work Out Loud

    Host Julie Harris Oliver welcomes coach Marie Smith, founder of Golden Hour Coaching, who shares her path from teacher to personal trainer to life and health coach after hearing a clear spiritual prompting to become a life coach. Marie discusses the idea of "living off menu," inspired by Glennon Doyle's story about ordering beyond the menu, and connects it to agency, permission, and creating a life beyond inherited expectations. The conversation explores purpose as "being" rather than "doing," women's conditioning around worth tied to productivity, domestic labor and mental load, and learning to receive help. Marie offers practical steps to begin: journal desires, list the reasons you think you can't, challenge them as if advising a friend, choose one small experiment, and act. She shares where to find her and a Stress SOS guide via text.   00:00 Welcome to Deep Work 00:37 Meet Marie Smith 01:33 Her Coaching Origin Story 03:41 Hearing the Call 04:34 Living Off Menu 08:06 Permission and Agency 09:05 Purpose as Being 12:08 Worthy Just Because 16:15 Moms Dads and Bedtime 17:57 The Menu We Inherit 19:04 Double Standards Trap 20:04 My Life Is Mine 20:53 Quiet the Inner Critic 23:50 Small Off Menu Experiments 26:58 Learning to Receive Help 28:53 Asking for Help After Surgery 30:59 Journal Your Next Step 33:50 Find Marie and Wrap Up

    37 min
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  3. 17 MAR

    Humor at Work: Levity, Creativity, and the "Yes, And" Mindset with Connie Liu | Deep Work Out Loud

    Host Julie Harris Oliver welcomes executive coach and two-time founder Connie Liu (CEO of Tandem) to discuss humor's role in work, leadership, and coaching. Connie shares that her path to coaching began after hiring an executive coach during her transition out of her first company, valuing coaching as a place to be fully honest without "curating" for others. They explore humor as a release valve that extends emotional runway, reduces high-stakes pressure, and increases creativity—especially through improv's "yes, and" approach and design-thinking environments that normalize risk and riffing on bad ideas. Connie describes using standup comedy as a counterbalance to founder seriousness and as a way to practice levity, while both reflect on when humor is welcomed or risky at work, including for women and in highly serious roles. 00:00 Welcome and Format 00:35 Meet Connie Liu 01:09 Connie's Coaching Origin 02:31 Why Humor at Work 04:10 Standup as Counterbalance 06:09 Humor as Release Valve 07:15 Making Humor Feel Safe 09:07 Creativity and Yes And 13:40 Dog Interruption Reset 14:12 Lightening the Room Fast 16:03 Can You Teach Funny 16:23 Rule of Three Parenting 17:53 Sarcasm and Pranks Roots 18:36 Back to Executives 18:45 Personality on Calls 19:25 Creating vs Reporting 20:22 Finding the Right Balance 21:07 Sales Stories That Land 21:51 Standup Fear and Dares 22:49 Bombing and Getting Hooked 24:14 Comedy Style and Influences 24:57 Work Persona and Gender 28:41 Founder Seriousness vs Humor 30:18 Keeping Perspective at Work 31:37 Key Takeaways and Farewell

    35 min

  4. 10 MAR

    Making Fewer, Better Decisions with Brian Duggan | Deep Work Out Loud

    Julie Harris Oliver interviews executive leadership coach and OD consultant Brian Duggan about helping senior leaders make fewer, better decisions. Brian shares his path from theater directing to coaching and introduces research citing that senior leaders make 70–80,000 decisions per year, with up to half being low-importance or low-impact. He outlines the "Five V Role Model" stances leaders can take—Vote, Voice, Vision, Void, and Veto. Whether you're a seasoned leader or just beginning your journey, this episode is packed with insights that can transform your approach to decision-making and organizational impact.   00:00 Welcome to Deep Work Out Loud + Meet Julie & Brian 01:42 Brian's Accidental Path from Theater Director to Coach 04:06 Why Theater Skills Translate to Coaching & OD Systems Thinking 05:51 The Leadership Problem: Senior Leaders Making Too Many Decisions 07:32 McKinsey Decision Overload + Two Common Stances: Vote & Voice 11:14 The Better Shift: Leading Through Vision (and Developing People) 15:23 Reputation, Intention, and How Leaders Choose to Show Up 16:33 The Counterintuitive Stance: Intentional 'Void' and Role Boundaries 21:47 Void Needs Vision: Context Over Details, Trust Over Rumors 25:19 Matching Stances to Level: Apple Store Stories on Autonomy & Escalation 29:32 When Execs 'Voice Down': The Cost of One Comment (The Color Story) 30:44 Fixing the Process: Getting the Right Voices at the Right Time 31:46 The Two Questions: What Only I Can Do vs. What I'm Supposed to Do 32:35 Personal Burnout Story: Over-Voicing, Over-Doing, and Resentment 37:29 Making It a Shared Language: Bringing Voice In Early (and Using It) 39:17 Gen Z, Disillusionment, and Clarifying Vote vs. Voice 41:31 How to Ask for Feedback: Criteria, Context, and Engagement Survey Traps 44:40 From Work to Life Roles: Introducing the 'Five Stances' Framework 45:32 Level, Zones, Lanes: The Targeting System Behind Your Role 48:09 The Fifth V—Veto: When to Overrule (and Why It's Dangerous) 51:12 A Real Veto Scenario: Hiring Freeze, Rescinded Offers, and Hard Calls 53:43 Wrap-Up: Positive Conflict at the Top + The 'Five V Role Model' 55:49 Closing & Listener Invitation: Clarify Your Roles and Communicate Vision

    58 min

  5. 3 MAR

    Forest Therapy and Nervous System Regulation with Laura London | Deep Work out Loud

    In this episode of Deep Work Out Loud, Julie Harris Oliver is joined by leadership strategist and executive coach Laura London (founder of Calocedrus Partners, former McKinsey leader) for a candid, coach-style exploration of forest therapy—and why Laura believes it's a practical tool for leadership right now. They unpack what "forest therapy" means, how sensory awareness connects to nervous system regulation, and why slowing down can be harder than it sounds. Julie brings real skepticism, including a vivid story of an experience in nature that left her feeling unsafe, and Laura helps examine the protective story that followed—and what it might be costing. Along the way, Laura shares how the practice became personal through her family's experience with sensory processing disorder (SPD), and Julie describes a small experiment she's trying to bring more quiet, presence, and reset into everyday life.   00:00 Welcome to Deep Work Out Loud + Meet Laura London 01:13 Laura's Journey: From Early Work Curiosity to McKinsey & Coaching 04:28 Today's Topic: What Is Forest Therapy (and Why It Matters Now) 05:53 The Science: Senses, Nervous System Regulation & the AI Age 08:42 Laura's Personal Story: Fragility, Authenticity, and Finding Relief in Nature 10:50 Sensory Processing Disorder & the 5-4-3-2-1 Nature Practice (with Her Son) 15:01 Forest Bathing vs. Forest Therapy: Guided Walks, Principles, and Slowing Down 18:24 Julie the Skeptic: "Nature Will Try to Kill You" + A Beach Injury Story 21:22 Coaching the Reframe: Protection vs. Limitation, Awe, and Belonging in Nature 27:50 Small Experiments: Dog Walks Without Headphones + Why Quiet Isn't Wasted Time 31:31 Leadership Takeaways: Regulated Leaders, Contagious Emotions, and Practical Tips 35:31 Where to Find Laura + Final Invitation to Try Nature This Week   Find Laura HERE Find Julie HERE

    39 min

  6. 24 FEB

    Heart Wounds in Leadership with Krista Johnson

    In this episode of Deep Work Out Loud, Julie Harris Oliver is joined by Krista Johnson, an organizational psychology practitioner and executive coach. The discussion delves into the significance of heart wounds in leadership, explaining how unresolved emotional imprints from past experiences can impact present behavior. Krista outlines methods to identify and manage these heart wounds, emphasizing the importance of presence, emotional regulation, and reflective practice in leadership. They explore the challenges of navigating corporate environments while maintaining personal well-being and the transformative power of heart-centered leadership. The conversation underlines the critical need for developing personal agility and emotional competence in today's rapidly changing world.   00:00 Introduction to Deep Work Out Loud 00:33 Meet Krista Johnson: Organizational Psychology Practitioner 01:36 The Concept of Fierce Conversations 02:12 Krista's Journey to Coaching 03:36 Heart Wounds and Leadership 04:13 Understanding and Identifying Heart Wounds 06:14 Impact of Heart Wounds in Professional Settings 09:14 Healing and Managing Heart Wounds 12:11 The Importance of Presence and Emotional Regulation 25:52 Practical Techniques for Emotional Regulation 32:13 Conclusion and Final Thoughts   Find Krista here www.kristajohnsoncoaching.com   Find Julie here www.julieharrisoliver.com

    37 min

  7. 17 FEB

    Cultivating Adult Friendships with Dr. Lauren Collier | Deep Work Out Loud

    In this episode of Deep Work Out Loud, host Julie Harris Oliver sits down with Dr. Lauren Collier, a professional coach and founder of the Friendship Project. They discuss the challenges and strategies for forming meaningful adult friendships, particularly for women experiencing life transitions. Dr. Collier shares her journey from social work to coaching and introduces her initiative to create intentional friendship circles. Through an eight-week learning journey, she aims to facilitate deeper connections and combat social isolation. The discussion covers the importance of alignment, affinity, and shared experiences in building lasting relationships. The episode also touches on the impact of the pandemic on social skills and the importance of intentionality and openness in fostering friendships.   00:00 Introduction to Deep Work Out Loud 00:39 Meet Dr. Lauren Collier 01:09 Lauren's Journey to Coaching 02:15 The Importance of Adult Friendships 02:48 Challenges in Making New Friends 04:11 The Loneliness Epidemic 04:58 Key Elements for Building Friendships 05:40 Cultural and Political Barriers 06:48 Intentional Friendship Building 09:46 Lauren's Friendship Circles Initiative 14:01 The Impact of the Pandemic on Friendships 17:12 Practical Steps for Building Friendships 20:16 Challenges and Solutions in Friendship Building 28:21 Conclusion and Contact Information Find Lauren HERE Find Julie HERE

    31 min

  8. 10 FEB

    Finding Alignment in Your Career and Life with Ron Pratt

    In this episode of Deep Work Out Loud, host Julie Harris Oliver sits down with Ron Pratt, founder of the Altera Collective, to discuss the importance of alignment in our careers and lives. Ron shares his personal journey from a promising career in consulting and finance to founding his own coaching practice. They delve into the key elements of alignment—values, motivators, interests, and personality—and discuss how understanding these can lead to a more fulfilling and sustainable career. Ron also explains how leaders can use this framework to foster better relationships and environments for their teams. Tune in for insightful tips on diagnosing misalignment and practical advice for finding a career that truly fits.   00:00 Introduction to Deep Work Out Loud 00:35 Meet Ron Pratt: Career Journey and Insights 01:28 The Path to Coaching: Ron's Story 03:08 Exploring Career Misalignment 08:48 The Importance of Values in Career Choices 12:55 Frameworks for Career Alignment 18:59 Navigating Career Transitions in Challenging Times 19:59 Short-Term vs Long-Term Career Goals 20:58 Understanding Motivators 23:38 The Role of Interests in Career Satisfaction 25:19 Client Stories: Real-Life Applications 28:57 Framework for Career Alignment 33:07 The Importance of Alignment Beyond Career 35:54 Final Thoughts and Contact Information   Find Ron HERE Find Julie HERE

    37 min
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Welcome to Deep Work: Out Loud, The thinking that fuels our life, our work, and our leadership. I'm Julie Harris Oliver. This is the podcast where I sit with another professional coach and we do some work around a single concept, piece of inspiration, a topic we've seen come up in coaching. If we're very lucky, while talking about it, we might demonstrate what coaching might look and feel like. But we'll see how this goes. It's all an experiment. With any luck, you will leave with something you can apply and use in your work or your life or both.

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  • Creator
    Julie Harris Oliver
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025
  • Show Website
    Deep Work Out Loud

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