Taking Back Monday

Alyssa Nolte

Welcome to "Taking Back Monday," the podcast designed for the go-getters, the visionaries, and the trailblazers who are ready to say "goodbye" to the Sunday Scaries and lead the way in creating meaningful work.We talk about building high-performance teams, enhancing leadership skills, and creating impactful customer relationships.It's time to say "goodbye" to the Sunday Scaries. RSSVERIFY

  1. 12/08/2025

    Rethinking How We Build: Craft, Risk, and Real Collaboration feat. Beau Dromiack

    This episode looks at how teams actually build things together... and why so many groups still protect their own turf. Alyssa and Beau talk about architecture, construction, leadership, and how shared risk can transform the way people work. Beau explains why craft, coordination, and empathy matter more than ever, especially as AI begins reshaping technical work. This conversation is worth a listen if you work on any team where silos slow things down. Beau breaks down the real reasons teams clash and offers practical ways to build trust and make collaboration easier. Key takeaways: Better buildings start with better teamwork. You can’t improve outcomes without understanding each person’s risks.Craft matters. When quality drops, trust erodes and silos harden. When craft rises, collaboration gets easier.AI will reshape the profession. Teams that work with shared values and strong coordination will have a major advantage.People and resources mentioned:  Norman Foster The Toyota Way The Innovator’s DilemmaShare your thoughts - send us a text It's time to say "goodbye" to the Sunday Scaries. Connect with Alyssa LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alyssanolte/ Subscribe to the Taking Back Monday Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/7158635254474272768/ Follow the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TakingBackMondayPod Follow the show on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@takingbackmondaypod

    24 min
  2. Redefining "Having It All" feat. Mireia Mujika

    11/17/2025

    Redefining "Having It All" feat. Mireia Mujika

    When Mireia became a mother, everything changed. What started as a struggle to balance work and family became the spark for an entirely new path—one built around authenticity, courage, and redefining what “having it all” really means. In this conversation, Alyssa and Mireia talk about the moment when life forces you to pause and ask, is this really what I want? They share honest stories about identity, motherhood, and how to rebuild a life that fits the person you’ve become—not the one you used to be. Why listen: If you’ve ever felt stuck between who you were and who you’re becoming, this episode will remind you that change isn’t failure—it’s growth. Key takeaways: → “Having it all” only matters if you define what “all” means for you. → Sometimes clarity starts by asking what you don’t want anymore. → Courageous authenticity makes life and leadership lighter, not harder. People and resources mentioned: Stephen Bartlett – Diary of a CEO podcast Bare and Brave – Mireia’s coaching company Share your thoughts - send us a text It's time to say "goodbye" to the Sunday Scaries. Connect with Alyssa LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alyssanolte/ Subscribe to the Taking Back Monday Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/7158635254474272768/ Follow the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TakingBackMondayPod Follow the show on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@takingbackmondaypod

    24 min
  3. Redefining Success: Choosing Joy Over Burnout feat. Eric Nehrlich

    11/10/2025

    Redefining Success: Choosing Joy Over Burnout feat. Eric Nehrlich

    What happens when the thing you’ve been chasing suddenly doesn’t feel worth it anymore? In this conversation, Alyssa Nolte and Eric Nehrlich unpack the pressure to achieve constantly and the freedom that comes from saying no. Eric shares the story of how working 100-hour weeks at Google led to a total collapse and a life-changing realization: success means nothing if it costs your health, joy, and relationships. Alyssa reflects on her own “mirror moment,” realizing she’d been modeling the same burnout cycle for her kids. This episode is a must-listen if you’ve ever asked yourself, is it worth it? or felt trapped by the pace of your own ambition. Key takeaways:  Saying no is a skill and it’s one that can change your life. Energy audits help you find what fuels you and what drains you. The best leaders set clear expectations and model the balance they want for their teams.Mentioned in this episode:  TooManyTrees.com (Eric’s coaching site) LinkedIn – Eric Nehrlich Google, Apple (referenced in Eric’s story)Share your thoughts - send us a text It's time to say "goodbye" to the Sunday Scaries. Connect with Alyssa LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alyssanolte/ Subscribe to the Taking Back Monday Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/7158635254474272768/ Follow the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TakingBackMondayPod Follow the show on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@takingbackmondaypod

    26 min
  4. You Can’t Be Every Tree in the Forest: The Power of Niching Down feat. Dr. Munira Zahabi

    11/03/2025

    You Can’t Be Every Tree in the Forest: The Power of Niching Down feat. Dr. Munira Zahabi

    When Alyssa sat down with Dr. Munira Zahabi, known as The Niche Navigator, the conversation quickly turned to one of the hardest lessons for any entrepreneur - you can’t be everything to everyone. Munira shares how her own career twists led her to help others uncover their unique “nucleus” - the core of who they are and what they’re meant to do. Together, Alyssa and Munira unpack how knowing your niche doesn’t limit you; it sets you free to grow stronger roots and stand taller in your lane. Why listen: If you’ve ever struggled to define what you want to be known for (or felt pulled in too many directions) this episode will help you focus, simplify, and rediscover what makes you different. Key takeaways:  Finding your niche starts with curiosity, pay attention to what energizes you most. Your story is your superpower, learning to tell it clearly builds connection and credibility. Growth happens when you stay in your lane long enough to be recognized for it.Share your thoughts - send us a text It's time to say "goodbye" to the Sunday Scaries. Connect with Alyssa LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alyssanolte/ Subscribe to the Taking Back Monday Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/7158635254474272768/ Follow the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TakingBackMondayPod Follow the show on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@takingbackmondaypod

    27 min

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Welcome to "Taking Back Monday," the podcast designed for the go-getters, the visionaries, and the trailblazers who are ready to say "goodbye" to the Sunday Scaries and lead the way in creating meaningful work.We talk about building high-performance teams, enhancing leadership skills, and creating impactful customer relationships.It's time to say "goodbye" to the Sunday Scaries. RSSVERIFY