52 episodes

Welcome to WomenHeard, presented by New York Women in Communications: a career-oriented podcast featuring candid conversations with women in communications. Host & career expert Julie Hochheiser Ilkovich chats with successful, passionate guests about topics that are top of mind for working women: career advancement, equality in the workplace, compensation, & more! Guests also share their advice on universal career topics, such as mastering the job interview & time management. The goal of WomenHeard is to create a comfortable space to have the conversations that will help women succeed.

WomenHeard New York Women in Communications

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    • 4.8 • 21 Ratings

Welcome to WomenHeard, presented by New York Women in Communications: a career-oriented podcast featuring candid conversations with women in communications. Host & career expert Julie Hochheiser Ilkovich chats with successful, passionate guests about topics that are top of mind for working women: career advancement, equality in the workplace, compensation, & more! Guests also share their advice on universal career topics, such as mastering the job interview & time management. The goal of WomenHeard is to create a comfortable space to have the conversations that will help women succeed.

    Melody Lee, Vice President of Brand Marketing, Herman Miller

    Melody Lee, Vice President of Brand Marketing, Herman Miller

    From crisis management to in-house agency work to collaborating with iconic brands, Melody Lee has achieved a lot in the communications industry! This episode dives into where Melody got her start and how her career path consistently challenges her to "make herself as uncomfortable as possible". Listen for details on how she's navigated career transitions, when being an outsider can be beneficial, and how to pay it forward when it comes to mentorship. Plus, Melody shares her experience being a part of the NYWICI Board of Directors and her recommendations for how to get more involved.

    This episode was recorded in the fall of 2022. 

    • 50 min
    The 2023 NYWICI Scholarship

    The 2023 NYWICI Scholarship

    Could you be the next NYWICI scholarship winner? NYWICI believes in empowering future generations in communications and wants to support your professional path. Tune into this episode with former scholarship recipients and review committee members, as they share how they got their start, reflect on why you should put yourself in the running, and discuss the exciting opportunities that could open up. Plus, you'll hear tips for how to make your application stand out! Apply by February 28, 2023 and get more information here.

    This episode features three exceptional panelists:


    Nancy Rabstejnek Nichols, Senior Vice President, External Affairs, Interpublic Group and Past President of NYWICI
    Lauren Hurwitz, Founder and CEO of MediaHouse, Freelance Writer, and Real Estate Agent at Compass
    Chelsea Orcutt, Associate Director, Strategy and Operations, Thirty Madison and Co-Vice President of Scholarships & Grants for NYWICI

    • 56 min
    Robyn Hatcher, Coach, Author & Consultant

    Robyn Hatcher, Coach, Author & Consultant

    Curious how to go from invisible to invaluable at work? In this professional workshop, Robyn Hatcher teaches us how to "own it while we hone it" and take on a more active role in our career development. Step into this strategic coaching session to hear practical tips for how we can differentiate ourselves and get the most success with colleagues who have different communication styles than us. This episode also includes some valuable confidence-building tips!

    • 37 min
    Tiffany R. Warren, EVP Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer, Sony Music Group and President & Founder, ADCOLOR

    Tiffany R. Warren, EVP Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer, Sony Music Group and President & Founder, ADCOLOR

    We're thrilled to share our conversation with 2022 Matrix winner Tiffany R. Warren! In this episode, Tiffany discussed the 25th anniversary of her corporate career and how taking chances helped contribute to becoming a C-suite executive in her early thirties. We also hear about setbacks and improvements in the DEI space, her motto of "rising up and reaching back", and continuing her mission to work with and elevate marginalized communities. Plus, Tiffany shares insight on why she stopped calling herself a "role model" and started rebranding as a "real model".

    • 50 min
    Stephanie Mehta, CEO and Chief Content Officer, Mansueto Ventures

    Stephanie Mehta, CEO and Chief Content Officer, Mansueto Ventures

    We're thrilled to share our conversation with 2022 Matrix winner Stephanie Mehta! Stephanie spoke about the advice she received that lit a fire under her - "be better than the 10%" - that was the encouragement she needed to distinguish herself professionally. Listen to this episode to hear about her former roles in business journalism (including The Wall Street Journal, Fortune and Fast Company) and what it's like being a CEO. Plus, she shares her perspective on what the "next normal" mindset should be in future workplace culture.

    • 51 min
    Bootcamp Panel: How to Effectively Communicate No Matter the Age Gap

    Bootcamp Panel: How to Effectively Communicate No Matter the Age Gap

    Did you know that there are five generations in the workplace? Just that fact makes this conversation about intergenerational communications so important! The panel featured in this episode was originally recorded at NYWICI's 2021 Student Career Bootcamp and features experts discussing how to bridge the communication gaps between generations in the workplace. You'll hear tons of advice about how to communicate effectively in the workplace as well as anecdotes that are both educational and entertaining.

    The bootcamp is relaunching this year as an exciting new event: the Communications Bootcamp. The 2022 Communications Bootcamp is an exclusive event for rising students and early professionals. It will feature industry icons and speakers discussing the tools, skills, and expertise young women need to develop their careers and succeed in today’s dynamic communications industry. The Bootcamp will be held on Monday, November 7th, 2022 at the Spotify Headquarters in New York City. Here is more information and a link to register. We hope to see you there!

    • 43 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
21 Ratings

21 Ratings

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LOVE this podcast

This is one of my favorite podcasts! There's actual "real talk" about career and life, and Julie and the guests always have such a great rapport. Highly recommend!

Hapa3d ,

Must-Listen Podcast!

No matter what stage of your career you’re in, these interviews are so insightful! I love the diversity of perspectives that these high-achieving women bring to the table.

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AWESOME!!!

This podcast is awesome! So insightful and great career advice even if you don't work in communications.

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