63 episodes
Powrup Powrsuit
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Nat and Kristen are on a mission to amplify your impact as a leader - think of us as your personal cheerleaders. We’ve been there and done that and are open-sourcing the leadership playbook. Filled with actionable insights and entertaining commentary, each episode will equip you with the confidence and skills to shape your career on your terms. Find out more at www.powrsuit.com.
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Ep 61: (Minisode) Balancing act: Career, kids, and everything in between
Join us for a special Mother's Day minisode where we tackle a listener's question: how do you balance a fulfilling career with raising kids?
Kristen and Nat dive into the complexities of career aspirations and family time, sharing personal insights and practical tips. From navigating part-time roles to challenging assumptions and setting boundaries, we explore the real struggles faced by working mothers. Plus, hear from our supportive community and gain inspiration from women who've found their own unique paths. Tune in for an honest discussion on finding balance, setting priorities, and redefining success on your own terms.
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The Female Career: Five women of Aotearoa on how they juggle both
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Ep 60: The Art of Influence: Master the Meeting Before the Meeting
Mastering the art of influence is not as complicated as you think! It's all about setting the scene behind the scenes. The meeting before the meeting! Drawing inspiration from shuttle diplomacy, we explore how to get support for your idea.
From identifying key stakeholders and nurturing those relationships to gaining valuable insights and backing. In Powrsuit fashion, we offer up practical tips and real-life anecdotes for engaging allies, seeking feedback, and building consensus, ultimately paving the way for successful outcomes.
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How to influence stakeholders
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Ep 59: Essential leadership skills for 2024: Our top picks
In our latest ep, Nat and Kristen break down the must-have leadership skills for 2024. With workplaces juggling diverse teams, reorganisations, and the pressure to do more with less, we're here to share skills for surviving and thriving.
From resilience to adaptability, decision-making to curiosity, and communication to prioritization, these skills are your secret weapons in a world full of distractions. Tune in to discover why mastering these skills is crucial for leading through constant change.
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Rocks, pebbles, sand: Prioritisation
Procrastinate much?
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Ep 58: The joys of being an absolute beginner
In a world where expertise is revered, embracing beginner status might seem counterintuitive. Yet, our brains are wired to learn and adapt to change. So, in this ep, Nat and Kristen explore the transformative power of being a beginner.
Are there downsides to expertise? Yep, a few! While expertise can bring respect and mastery, it also carries limitations. Experts may find themselves trapped in routine, resistant to change, and hindered by preconceived notions.
Let's take kids! They exemplify the beginner's mindset, unburdened by preconceptions and fear of failure—their ability to embrace novelty and ask unconventional questions fuels rapid learning and flexibility.
Embracing beginner status fosters a growth mindset, improves listening and networking skills, and encourages collaboration.
What new experiences have you embraced lately?
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Ep 57: (Minisode) How do I land the role when I don't have the exact skills?
Join Kristen and Nat on the latest mini-episode of Powrup where we tackle a Powrsuiter's question: How do you land a role when you don't have the exact skills?
We discuss real-life scenarios where experienced professionals missed out on opportunities due to employers' narrow criteria.
In an employer's market, navigating these challenges by proactively addressing skills gaps, emphasising transferable skills, and maintaining resilience in the face of setbacks - keep going!
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Ep 56: Do you think you're a leader?
Our latest episode explores the common phenomenon of women hesitating to see themselves as leaders despite their roles and behaviours suggesting otherwise! We touch on societal stereotypes and expectations of what leaders should look, act, and sound like, often not aligning with traditional gender norms.
But what defines a leader, really? We break it down beyond titles and positions, highlighting key behaviours and skills like communication, empathy, and decisiveness that characterise effective leadership.
We also debunk the myth, in Powrsuit style, that leadership equals formal authority over others, emphasising how anyone can inspire and motivate those around them, regardless of their official title.
So, if you've ever questioned your leadership potential, tune in as we share insights, stories, and practical tips to help you recognise and embrace your leadership qualities.
'Til next week, Powrsuiters!
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Oh my. If you do nothing else for yourself today, give this podcast a listen. Thank you Nat and Kristen for bringing comfortable phrasing to account, inviting an accountability mirror of sorts to hold up to ourselves and others.
Two dynamos with globally applicable insights for women and male allies. Seriously, I just listened to 15 episodes in 48 hours.
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Devouring these. So helpful, humorous and delightful. Laughing and feeling the power right along with Nat and Kristen. Love the diversity of topics here all centered on empowering women. Boom.