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Rachael O'Meara || The Pausecast
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The Pausecast podcast helps high-achieving leaders move beyond overwhelm and self-doubt to reclaim their confidence in their next career steps using Emotional Intelligence, Neuroscience, Mindfulness, and more. Hosted by Rachael O’Meara, MBA, MA, is a PCC executive coach with over a decade at Google and co-founder of SIC Venture Studio. Her 3 books 'Pause', 'Pause the Journal', and her latest collaboration 'Leading with Self-Awareness' are key resources for career growth. Her work is featured in the NYT, WSJ, HBR, and TEDx.

  1. 6 NGÀY TRƯỚC

    🎧 Ep. 222: How to Lead Big Moves Without Losing Yourself — with Alex Phillips

    Landing a new role can feel like a win...and a test of your values. In this energizing convo, Alex Phillips shares what it’s really like to take a bold leap—moving his family across the world for a leadership role in big tech —and how he learned to redefine success from the inside out. We talk about boundaries, burnout prevention, and the art of staying human in a world that emphasizes “always on.” 🌏💼 🔑 Key Takeaways 02:07 – Big Moves, Bigger Lessons: The reality of relocating a family and leading through uncertainty.05:00 – Boundaries = Freedom: Why asking for what you need and saying no are leadership superpowers.07:41 – Invest in Your Edge: How personal development fuels your confidence and clarity.09:15 – From Chaos to Clarity: How Alex creates calm routines for anchors in leadership.12:59 – Health Is Non-Negotiable: Why energy management—not time management—is the true edge.15:10 – Feeling Stuck? Use the quiet seasons to retool, refocus, and rise stronger. My Favorite Soundbites: “Don’t be afraid to say no.”“Your job is never finished.”“Ownership is super critical.” Who should listen: high-achieving leaders navigating growth, transition, or a new chapter. If you’re craving more clarity, calm, and confidence—this episode will help you reset your mindset and rise stronger. #techleaders #leadershipinaction #pausecast #emotionalintellignece #confidentleaders

    17 phút

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    Ep. 221 How to Get Into Your Groove—and Stay There with Rich Berta

    Ever feel like you’re doing all the right things but still not quite in your flow? In Ep. 221 of The Pausecast, Rachael sits down with her former and inspiring teammate tech leader + mentor Rich Berta to explore what it really takes to get into your groove — and stay there — especially when the ground is constantly shifting. Rich shares how he’s navigated bold career moves, built teams across continents, and found meaning through mentoring others. 💡 Together, we dive into how curiosity, alignment, and intentional pauses can help you lead (and live) from a place of grounded confidence — even in uncertain times. 💡 Key Takeaways: (2:10) How to recognize when you’re stuck in “push mode” instead of true flow (6:40) Why getting your groove back isn’t about doing more — it’s about doing differently (10:15) The small daily practice that reconnects you to your energy and purpose (14:45) The role of self-compassion when you’re rebuilding confidence (18:05) How to re-enter your next chapter with clarity and calm 🎯 Who should listen: If you’re a high-achieving leader who’s lost your spark and ready to feel clear, confident, and in your groove again — this conversation will remind you it’s not too late to realign and rise.

    17 phút

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    🎧 Ep. 220 – Heart Coherence for Tech Leaders: Breathwork to Reboot Clarity + Calm

    In this episode of The Pausecast...💡 Discover how conscious breath creates heart coherence—a science-backed state that enhances focus, intuition, and emotional regulation under pressure.🧘‍♀️ Practice an integrative breathwork session to find your own rhythm of coherence.💬 Learn how to tune into your “heart brain” and unlock intuitive decision-making with two powerful reflection questions. ✨ Pro tip: Before you begin, think of someone or something you’re grateful for. Visualize it, then start breathing—gratitude accelerates coherence and calm. Want to explore the science behind breathwork? Check out this 11 minute primer I made: Listen here → https://youtu.be/pVxWNcC63zo

    21 phút
  4. Ep. 219 - VIP Christine Comaford : Going from critter brain to clarity

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    Ep. 219 - VIP Christine Comaford : Going from critter brain to clarity

    Here’s what you’ll discover in Ep. 219👇🌱 Why humans are “meaning-making machines” (and how that can help or hurt you)🎡 The SmartTribe ⁠⁠Emotional Wheel⁠⁠ —a game-changer for navigating feelings (graphic linked!) 📊 The surprising % of people who actually know what they’re feeling in the moment❓ The 3 transformative questions to ask yourself if you want a new outcome🐾 What a “critter state” is, how to get out of it, and exactly how long to stay there🌀 The 4 stages of consciousness (⁠view graphic) and how to move through them.🌳 How nature can reset your nervous system and open your perspective 💫 Christine’s secret to life (you’ll want to hear this one!) This episode is part science, part soul—and all about giving you tools to feel more grounded, clear, and confident in your next move. ✨ 🎧 Tune in now—you’ll leave with a breath of fresh air + a powerful reset. About Christine Comaford Bill Gates calls her “super high bandwidth.” For over 30 years Leadership and Culture Coach, Serial Entrepreneur, and New York Times bestselling author Christine Comaford has helped leaders navigate growth and change. Christine is sought after for providing proven strategies to shift executive behavior to create more positive outcomes, enroll and align teams in times of change, profoundly increase sales, product offerings, and company value. Her coaching, consulting and strategies have created hundreds of billions of dollars in new revenue and company value for her clients. The potent neuroscience techniques she teaches are easy to learn and immediately applicable to help leaders see into their blind spots, expand their vision, and more effectively influence outcomes. About Rachael O'Meara Rachael O'Meara, MBA, MA, PCC helps high achieving leaders move beyond overwhelm and self-doubt to reclaim their confidence and make their next big career move. Her book Pause was a top business book for your career based on her burnout of Google, and she has been featured in the New York Times, WSJ.com, HBR and on the TEDx stage.

    33 phút

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    Ep. 218: From Overwhelmed to In Control: 3 Boundaries WFH Leader Need

    Feeling pulled in a million directions while working remote, hybrid, or even in-office? Boundaries can get flimsy, leaving you drained, stressed, and stretched too thin. In Ep. 218 of the Pausecast, I share a 3-step process to firm up your boundaries — so you can reclaim your time, energy, and focus. The 3 steps to stronger boundaries we'll walk through: 1️⃣ Be aware — notice where your boundaries feel weak 2️⃣ Claim your choice — recognize you have the power to change them 3️⃣ Change the system — shift your environment, routines, or expectations to support your new boundaries Even small changes can transform how you show up at work and in life. Your turn: What boundaries are you celebrating? Which could use a little more firming up? Need help creating or strengthening boundaries? Let’s talk. Send me a message and I’ll reply with your next step. ✨ Here’s to leading boldly without being pulled every which way. #boundaries #wfh #leadershipdevelopment

    17 phút

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    Ep. 217: 😭 Don't Panic! How to Stay Calm When Your Manager Pushes Your Buttons

    In Ep. 217 of the Pausecast... 🔹 The #1 thing to do the moment frustration hits 🔹 How to move the relationship forward even when things feel stuck 🔹 Why passive-aggressive behavior costs you credibility (and what to do instead) 🔹 Practical steps to stay calm, approach your manager with clarity, and set better boundaries 🔹 The leadership skills you must lean on — intention, truth, and vulnerability — to resolve conflict without losing yourself I learned this the hard way. After burning out at Google, I had to rebuild how I handled my emotions - not just at work but everywhere — and now I teach my fellow leaders how they can do it to, and avoid the mistakes I learned the hard way. If you are seeking clarity on what's next for you and/or how to get there and make your next career move, you needx to know about the Confident Tech Exec Mastermind, now accepting applicants! https://www.rachaelomeara.com/course You can’t always control what happens at work.  But you can control how you respond. 👍

    16 phút

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    Ep. 216: From Scattered Stressball To Top Tech Exec - Hacks to Keep Your Cool In The Hot Seat

    What Stress? :X Stress usually comes from holding onto fear, anger, sadness, or hurt — and not letting ourselves fully experience or process it. Instead, we often turn to our devices, numb out, and avoid what’s really going on. The result? Feeling tense, drained, and disconnected from ourselves. Does this sound familiar? In Ep. 216 we cover... 💡 What really causes stress (hint: it’s not just deadlines) 💡 How to mitigate stress by addressing the root cause 💡 How your body can help you process stress — instead of making it worse 💡 Daily “pause experiments” to shift out of stress patterns - listening to this definitely counts and is a great start. I know how it feels — I burned out at Google and had no idea how to de-stress. Now, I teach leaders how to prevent burnout and handle stress before it takes over — using my Confident Tech Exec Method. Whether it’s leading yourself through tough times or leading others with clarity and calm, these techniques work — supported by yours truly you every step of the way. Message me "de-stress" and I"ll share some tools for you to try - there is so much support here for you - from classes to coaching to tools - you decide what's best! #podcast #destress #leadershipstress #stresstools #pausecast

    16 phút

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    🚨 Ep. 215: Lead Like a Visionary, Not a Taskmaster

    Are you leading your team (or yourself for that matter)… or just managing? 🤔 In this episode, we dive into the real differences between managing tasks and leading people—and why learning to lead with clarity, confidence, and emotional intelligence is what sets the most effective tech leaders apart. Inside, we’ll cover: The key traits that distinguish great leaders from great managers How to spot when you’re stuck in “manager mode” (and what to do about it) Why both roles matter—and how to intentionally step into leadership when it counts Practical shifts you can make today to inspire your team, be more visionary, and reduce overwhelm If you’re feeling pulled in a million directions and want to lead with more impact, presence, and confidence—without burning out—this episode is for you. I’d love to hear what resonates most for you after you listen. Message me and share your takeaways—I read every note personally. 💬 Want more support to rise into your next level of leadership? Learn about the Confident Tech Exec Mastermind - now open for enrollment. https://www.rachaelomeara.com/course

    16 phút
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The Pausecast podcast helps high-achieving leaders move beyond overwhelm and self-doubt to reclaim their confidence in their next career steps using Emotional Intelligence, Neuroscience, Mindfulness, and more. Hosted by Rachael O’Meara, MBA, MA, is a PCC executive coach with over a decade at Google and co-founder of SIC Venture Studio. Her 3 books 'Pause', 'Pause the Journal', and her latest collaboration 'Leading with Self-Awareness' are key resources for career growth. Her work is featured in the NYT, WSJ, HBR, and TEDx.

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    Rachael O'Meara || The Pausecast
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    2018 - 2025
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