Stop waiting for your manager to read your mind! Nat and Kristen share the tools that actually work for managing up - from assuming positive intent instead of creating villain stories in your head, to that weekly email format that makes you look like the most organised person alive. They cover how to get more autonomy without your boss panicking, why leading with solutions beats dumping problems every time, and the art of strategic visibility (hint: forward those compliments). For anyone who wants to turn this relationship into actual teamwork for a win-win.
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Nat and Kristen dive into research showing your romantic partner is tied for the #1 factor in women's career success - right alongside your manager. They break down why household imbalance costs women up to half a million dollars over their careers, and share practical strategies that actually work. From changing the language around domestic tasks to strategic "piano-moving" techniques for gradual change, plus tips for allies who want to step up. They also tackle the real conversations they hear in every workshop and why some situations might need professional help to navigate.
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Your social life deserves a strategy. Nat and Kristen break down the friendship audit - who are your actual top 5, which relationships drain precious energy, and why you can't maintain 100 ‘close’ friendships. Plus we chat about how to reconnect without the awkward ‘catch me up on your entire life’ marathon, and why loose connections are actually pretty handy and should be low maintenance.
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We're all craving human connection but somehow can't be bothered leaving the house. Sound familiar? After Kristen's solo weekend that left her feeling oddly hollow, we're diving into why over half our community is desperately lonely yet terrible at actually showing up.
Turns out we've trained ourselves to choose the couch over real humans, and surprise - it's making us miserable. We're sharing stories of random boat trips and pottery weekends that led to lifelong friendships, plus why saying yes to that awkward neighbour invitation might be exactly what you need. Because here's the thing: staying isolated feels easy but leaves you drained, while making the effort to connect feels hard in the moment but actually energises you.
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Nat and Kristen take a personality quiz to figure out if they're introverts or extroverts (one's bang in the middle, one definitely gets energy from people), then share practical ways to actually boost your energy instead of just being perpetually exhausted. From fake commutes and guilt-free downtime to putting on real clothes for video calls, they cover what works for different personality types. Plus: why dating drains you, the truth about naps, and Nat's absinthe incident that has Kristen plotting an intervention. For anyone who's tired of being tired and wants to discover what gives them their energy back.
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Nat and Kristen explore why managing your energy might be the game-changer you've been missing. From Obama's identical suits to why checking email first thing is basically self-sabotage, they unpack the sneaky battery drains - decision fatigue, task switching, and that brutal afternoon slump we all know too well. Plus, why the 9-5 workday wasn't built for women's energy patterns and how to actually work with your natural rhythms.
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Ever catch yourself saying ‘Can I just say…’ before every meeting contribution? You're not alone. Nat and Kristen dig into why women are still waiting for invitations that aren't coming - from childhood praise for being ‘well-behaved’ to boardroom dynamics where men get called on eight times more than women. They share practical ways to ditch the permission-seeking phrases, ask for what you want, and get comfortable with hearing ‘no.’ In summary: stop asking who's going to let you - start asking who's going to stop you!
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Nat and Kristen just survived speaking at a major conference in front of 600 people and share what actually works when you're thrown into the storytelling deep end. From crafting a story that resonates, to handling pre-stage jitters (even they get nervous!), to the slide oops the night before - this ep breaks down the real stuff behind public speaking. Whether you're prepping for an all-hands presentation, pitching to clients, or eyeing up that conference stage, this is a no-BS guide to not bombing when all eyes are on you.
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Ever been to a conference or workshop, taken great notes, then completely forgotten everything three weeks later? Turns out we forget 90% of what we learn within a week, and only 12% of employees actually use corporate training on the job.
We're talking about why companies keep spending billions on learning that doesn't stick, why your Coursera subscription isn't changing your career, and what actually works. Psst: it's less about big expensive programs and more about small daily actions and accountability.
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Ever been asked to do something, and your brain short-circuits between 'absolutely not' and 'I guess I have to'? This episode dives into the messy middle ground where most of life actually happens. We're talking about mastering the art of 'No, but...' and 'Yes, if...' responses - because it turns out there's a whole world between hard nos and reluctant yeses. We break down how conditional responses can actually make you look more collaborative (not flaky).
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Ever wondered why your brilliant ideas keep getting shot down at work? It turns out, 9 out of 10 people would split an orange in half instead of asking what the other person actually needs it for (spoiler: one wanted the peel, the other the juice). Nat and Kristen break down finding common ground - the workplace skill that stops you from being that person who leads with solutions nobody asked for. From botched sales calls to family vacation negotiations, they share practical tactics for actually getting people on your side.
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Rerun alert! 🔄 Because good influence advice is like those perfect jeans - timeless!
Ever wondered what golf clubs have to do with workplace influence? In our 100th episode (we survived!), we're replaying why influence matters more than your LinkedIn game.
Thanks to an insightful convo with negotiation coach Stu Van Rij, we confess our cringeworthy influence fails and share three strategies that won't make you feel like a used car salesperson. Whether you get steamrolled in meetings or can't convince your teen that jackets are useful in the winter, this replay's for you.
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It’s time for a town hall! What it's really like running Powersuit with a focus on growth, hustling, and of course, finding ourselves in some weird pickles. Turns out people think we're way bigger than we actually are, we have an army of members doing unpaid sales for us, and we're still driving through foggy highways at 9pm for regional gigs. We cover the feedback we get about our pink branding being ‘triggering,’ what we're actively avoiding (cold calling - no thanks), and why we're switching the newsletter to fortnightly because Nat needs her Sunday back. Plus honest chat about project planning failures, hiring anxiety, and whether protein smoothies actually work.
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One in two people quit over their manager, but here's the thing: this relationship is actually a two-way street, and there's way more you can control than you think. Most managers get about 4 hours of leadership training per month, so it's up to us to manage up.
In Powrsuit fashion, we lead with self-leadership and serve up actionable tips on how to crack your manager's communication code, stop making assumptions, and take control of the dynamic. When you're stuck with each other anyway, might as well make it work, right?
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We explore why we over-apologise - that unconscious 'sorry' many of us use as a filler word that actually diminishes our impact at work and beyond. Women apologise up to three times more than men, creating a gender apology gap with real costs: undermining authority, reinforcing negative power dynamics, and even hurting pay negotiations!
We discuss when apologies are actually warranted (letting someone down, making mistakes with consequences) versus when to skip it entirely (taking up space, as conversation filler, or setting boundaries). Try our 72-hour reset challenge to rewire your brain and break the sorry habit.
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‘My worst manager was a woman’ - heard that before? We tackle this taboo topic head-on, examining why women leaders often face harsher judgment for the same behaviours as men. From Queen Bee syndrome to scarcity mindsets, we unpack our unconscious expectations of how women ‘should’ lead. Whether you're dealing with a challenging boss or questioning your own reactions, our convo offers fresh perspectives on workplace dynamics without serving up the usual empowerment clichés.
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We dive into the reality of navigating a remote and hybrid world, from productivity myths to awkward video calls to loneliness. We share practical insights from our own workation experiments and challenge companies to stop measuring 'bums in seats.' Perfect for anyone navigating hybrid setups, dreaming of flexible work hours, or just trying to escape the office loud-chewer.
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It's time to tackle the 'flakiness epidemic' sweeping through our social and professional lives. Why have last-minute cancellations skyrocketed? Blame Covid, digital communication, and our tendency to overcommit. But come on, hard-working event organisers are facing 50% no-show rates, and it matters! Chronic cancelling damages your reputation and social capital. Whether you're guilty of hitting 'can't make it' too often or frustrated by flaky friends, we offer practical tips to break the habit in this refreshingly honest take on modern cancel culture and its toll on our relationships.
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Back by popular demand! Discover the art of Woo - that essential skill of influence and persuasion that helps leaders turn ideas into action. We discuss how to tailor your approach, get emotional buy-in, and why storytelling works better than facts when convincing others. This episode remains a practical guide on creating win-wins through influence and empathy. If you missed it the first time, here's your chance to learn if you've got the Woo factor.
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We dive into practical AI tips for busy women, sharing our fave robot wizadry- yep, including some notable fails. From turning pets into humans to skipping Google forever, we explore how AI can automate those boring admin tasks that somehow always land on our plates (saving some of us 3 hours each week!).
No tech bro knowledge needed – just grab the free version of ChatGPT and start playing. Even if your AI-generated firepit designs fail or group pic features floating wine glasses and six-fingered hands, you'll still save time and learn a thing or two.
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