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  • Episode 92 - How to give feedback people can use

    Episode 92 - How to give feedback people can use
    2025/10/22
    You've given feedback. They nodded. They said they understood. Nothing changed.


    Sound familiar? This episode tackles one of the hardest parts of managing - giving feedback that actually works. You host Amanda breaks down why most feedback fails and what to do instead.



    What you'll discover


    • Why "be more proactive" means nothing and what to say instead
    • The hidden challenge women face when giving feedback (we're either "too nice" or "too direct")
    • Exactly how to be specific without being harsh
    • The one question that ensures people actually understand what you need


    The reality check: Research shows 57% of employees prefer corrective feedback over praise. They want to improve. But when you tell someone to "communicate better" without explaining what that means, they're left guessing. And guessing rarely leads to change.


    Perfect for women leaders tired of the feedback loop that goes nowhere.


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    10 分
  • Episode 91 - My team doesn't respect me

    Episode 91 - My team doesn't respect me
    2025/10/15
    My team doesn't respect me. How women leaders can earn authority at work


    Your team talks over you. Questions your decisions. Goes around you to escalate issues. You're wondering if you're imagining it.


    You're not.


    In this episode, your host Amanda tackles one of the hardest challenges in leadership: when your team doesn't respect you. And if you're a woman leader or new manager, the problem runs deeper than most advice admits.


    What you'll learn


    Research shows women leaders face competence doubts at higher rates than men, your team is more likely to question whether you should be leading at all. We break down why this happens, what makes it worse, and what actually works. You'll get specific language for addressing disrespect in the moment, how to set clear expectations that stick, and why performing authority backfires completely.


    Practical strategies for building respect


    • How to address disrespect the first time it happens (not the fifth)
    • Three non-negotiables every new leader needs to establish
    • The difference between boundary testing and actual undermining
    • Why being liked and being respected aren't the same thing


    Stop waiting for your team to make this easy. Respect comes from consistent behaviour over time, and this episode shows you exactly how to start.


    Perfect for new managers, women in leadership, and anyone navigating team dynamics that feel off.


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    15 分
  • Episode 90 - Turning self trust into workplace impact

    Episode 90 - Turning self trust into workplace impact
    2025/05/28
    You've built confidence and started speaking up, so why are less qualified colleagues still getting promoted while your ideas disappear into organizational black holes? The problem isn't your confidence. It's the missing strategy between feeling confident and actually getting ahead. This week's episode was made for women who are tired of working twice as hard for half the recognition and are ready to turn their self-trust into career momentum.
    What You'll Learn



    Your host Amanda reveals the three strategic bridges that turn inner confidence into workplace influence, plus specific scripts for those cringe-worthy moments we all face: when someone hijacks your idea in meetings, your manager takes credit for your work, or that colleague who won't stop interrupting you.



    You'll discover why explaining how hard you worked actually hurts your career, how to showcase impact without feeling like you're bragging, and the 15-minute exercise that maps your real value.
    Your work can't speak for itself because work doesn't have a voice. You do.



    Don't forget to take a look at this week's podsheet to support your learning and exploration of the key themes and topics
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    22 分
  • Episode 89 - Confidence as a craft - Building your professional self trust

    Episode 89 - Confidence as a craft - Building your professional self trust
    2025/05/21
    Struggling with workplace confidence? You're not alone. In this episode of Career Espresso, Amanda tackles the myth that confidence is something you're born with, revealing how it's actually a skill you can develop through practice.



    Research shows that what looks like "natural confidence" is really the result of deliberate practice. This episode explores the three pillars that transform professional self-trust: competence awareness, boundary setting, and resilience through failure.



    You'll learn practical strategies to build your confidence muscle, including how to -



    ➡️ Create an evidence journal to bank your successes➡️ Practice "micro-boldness" with small daily actions➡️ Develop a resilience ritual for bouncing back from setbacks



    Plus, we address common confidence traps that hold professionals back and answer frequently asked questions about building self-trust at any career stage.



    Whether you speak up first in meetings or prefer to contribute quietly, this episode gives you actionable tools to trust yourself more deeply at work. Your career success starts with trusting yourself first.



    Don't forget to take a look at this week's podsheet to support your learning and exploration of the key themes and topics
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    13 分
  • Episode 88 - Building your digital authority - How to stand out online without selling out

    Episode 88 - Building your digital authority - How to stand out online without selling out
    2025/05/14
    Are you struggling to build a professional online presence that feels authentic? In this episode of Career Espresso, Amanda tackles the challenge of developing digital authority without compromising your values or becoming just another "hustle culture influencer."
    The reality is clear, having zero online presence is increasingly a liability in today's professional landscape. Research shows that 65% of decision-makers check your online presence before meeting you, and professionals with strong personal brands have 14 times more opportunity than those without. But building digital authority isn't about posting constantly or following trends – it's about providing specific value with a clear point of view.
    This episode breaks down practical strategies for busy professionals who want to stand out online authentically -
    ➡️ Why clarity beats consistency in building genuine authority➡️ How to leverage your specific expertise rather than trying to be a generalist➡️ Practical approaches like the "expertise spotlight" and "slow content method"➡️ Tips for engaging meaningfully with others' content to build relationships
    Whether you've been hesitant to post at all or feel trapped in content creation that doesn't feel like you, this episode offers a refreshing middle ground.
    Don't forget to take a look at this week's podsheet to support your learning and exploration of the key themes and topics
    Get a full transcript of the episode here
    Learn how to build an online presence that opens doors professionally without becoming a burden or performance.

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    13 分
  • Episode 87 - The Adaptation Playbook - Turning workplace change into career opportunity

    Episode 87 - The Adaptation Playbook - Turning workplace change into career opportunity
    2025/05/07
    Facing redundancy or restructuring? Don't panic, it might be your biggest career opportunity. In this episode, Amanda shares her tested three-part framework for not just surviving but thriving during workplace change.


    What you'll learn -
    ➡️ The critical difference between those who stagnate during change and those who advance➡️ A practical three-step framework: Read the landscape, Reposition your value, Rebuild your visibility➡️ How to transform your skills into problem-solving capabilities that remain valuable regardless of job title➡️ Practical techniques to increase your visibility with decision-makers during times of transition


    Drawing from personal experience of three career redundancies and coaching hundreds of professionals through organisational change, Amanda breaks down exactly how to spot hidden opportunities while others are frozen by uncertainty.
    The episode includes a simple one-page tool to clarify your unique value proposition beyond any job title, helping you approach your next workplace change with confidence rather than fear.


    Don't forget to take a look at this week's podsheet to support your learning and exploration of the key themes and topics
    Get a full transcript of the episode here
    Listen now and turn your next workplace disruption into your biggest career advancement.


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    17 分
  • Episode 86 - The AI advantage. How to partner with technology without losing your human edge

    Episode 86 - The AI advantage. How to partner with technology without losing your human edge
    2025/04/23
    Worried AI might take your job?
    This episode shows you how to make AI your career ally instead of your replacement. In just 20 minutes, you'll learn practical strategies to use AI while strengthening the human skills that truly matter. Discover why the real career threat isn't AI itself—it's refusing to partner with it.
    What you'll learn -
    ➡️ Why AI-confident professionals are twice as likely to get promoted➡️ Three specific ways to develop your AI advantage without becoming a tech expert➡️ Common AI partnership mistakes most people make (and how to avoid them)➡️ A simple 30-minute exercise to identify where AI can enhance your particular role
    The research is clear: teams using AI effectively show 40% better creative output and problem-solving. But the advantage only comes when you develop what Harvard researchers call "collaboration intelligence" with technology.


    Whether you're in marketing, finance, HR or any other area, this episode provides a practical framework for becoming irreplaceable in an AI-enhanced workplace. You'll walk away with actionable steps to partner with AI while focusing on the uniquely human abilities that will make you more valuable than ever. Stop competing with AI and start collaborating with it. Your career will thank you.


    Career Espresso: Your weekly shot of career wisdom.


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    14 分
  • Episode 85 - The proximity paradox - staying visible in a remote first world

    Episode 85 - The proximity paradox - staying visible in a remote first world
    2025/04/16


    Remote work is here to stay, but is it silently hurting your career? In this essential episode, Amanda tackles the "proximity paradox" – the surprising reality that while remote work offers better work-life balance and higher productivity, it might be damaging your long-term career prospects.


    Stanford research reveals remote workers are promoted 35% less often than their in-office counterparts. Your professional network shrinks by about 17% per year when working remotely. Yet 90% of us want to maintain flexible work arrangements.


    This episode unpacks why being good at your job is no longer enough in a remote environment. You need visibility – a separate skill that requires intention and strategy.


    Amanda breaks down the four types of visibility that matter for your career:


    - Results visibility: What you produce

    - Process visibility: How you work

    - Relationship visibility: Who sees you as a trusted colleague

    - Value visibility: How others connect your work to what matters


    You'll learn practical strategies to overcome the proximity paradox:


    - Design your visibility rhythm with consistent touch points

    - Use the right communication channels for different messages

    - Master micro-visibility techniques throughout your workday

    - Curate and share your impacts effectively


    This isn't about self-promotion – it's about ensuring your contributions get the recognition they deserve. In a remote-first world, visibility doesn't happen by accident. It happens by design.


    Listen now to transform how you approach remote work and take control of your career trajectory, no matter where you're working.

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    13 分