New year, new goals. In our first episode of 2024, Challin and Mous talk about goal setting, accountability, and how to set realistic expectations so you see sustainable progress. 

Did you know women tend to internalize feelings of failure more than men? The truth is failure is natural - and we can all learn something from it. In this episode, Mous and Challin dive into what it means to fail and how we can channel lessons learned from it into progress towards a better future.

We always hear talk of "work-life balance" and how to achieve it, but the reality is work and life should exist in harmony with one another. On this episode, Rishi Behari is back to talk about work-life harmony, how to get into the optimal flow state for productivity, and how to bounce back if your job has been impacted by the recent string of layoffs. 

After a short hiatus...we’re back! In this episode, Mous and Challin discuss quiet quitting, the forces behind it, and why it’s time for a rebrand.

Everyone inherently experiences change - both good and bad - at some point in their lives. On this episode Depika Mistry joins us to talk about change, the fear associated with it, and how to properly prepare for it.

Did you know only 13.5% of billionaires in the United States are women? In this episode, our team debates what it means to be a "self-made billionaire" and how that wealth impacts society.

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Overworked team sat down to talk about women's health, the gender gap in healthcare, and give tips for getting the most out of your doctor appointments.  Access the show notes here: www.weareoverworked.com/blog/episode-13-breast-cancer-awareness-month

Artificial intelligence is becoming more and more prevalent around the world...but is all that AI really making processes more equitable? In this episode, Mous and Challin are joined by Rishi Behari, a professional coach and AI subject matter expert to discuss what artificial intelligence is, how it works, and how that technology does or does not provide equal opportunities to job applicants.

In our first episode of season two, Mous, Challin, and Caitlin discuss body image, how we see ourselves, and how to balance health with looks. 

Have you ever had to pitch yourself, your dream, or your company? Chances are, you've had to do at least one of those and you may not have even realized it. In this episode, Challin and Mous sit down to discuss pitching, capturing attention, and how to be a polished presenter.

June is Pride Month which usually means Pride Parades across the U.S. and a show of support at each...but how can we honor the LGBTQ+ community after the confetti sets and the music stops? Steven Wakabayashi, founder and CEO of QTBIPOC Design joins us to discuss allyship, rainbow washing and how you can show your support all year round.   View show notes here: https://www.weareoverworked.com/blog/pride-beyond-parades-steven-wakabayshi

Investments can be intimidating, especially if you haven't been educated on the ins and outs of the stock market. This episode features Carolyn Leonard, an expert in all things investing...so much so that she is the second women in the U.S. to trade in the pits with her own money and the first in Chicago. She joins us to discuss how and where to invest, knowing your own worth, and what it was like to be one of few women in a male-dominated industry. Access show notes here: https://www.weareoverworked.com/blog/investment-carolyn-leonard

Making tough decisions is a lot easier when you have a mentor to talk to. Episode 7 features Cheryl McPhilimy, a professor at Loyola University Chicago and founding faculty advisor of Inigo Communications, Chicago's only student-run communications agency. Cheryl shares how mentors can help us with conflict resolution, how they enable long-term success, and her tips for a successful mentorship. Access show notes here: http://www.weareoverworked.com/blog/episode-7-mentorship

If you ask someone about their fears you'll probably hear about spiders, sharks, or snakes...but what about success? It may seem counterintuitive but many people seem to fear success because they feel like they aren't worthy of it. (You are!) In this episode, we tackle the importance of facing your fears and setting boundaries with our special guest, Depika Mistry.  Access show notes here: https://www.weareoverworked.com/blog/episode-6-setting-boundaries-with-depika-mistry

We've all been there-work is stressful, sleep takes a back seat, and self care gets pushed aside. In this episode, Grace Derocha, Registered Dietitian, talks about the importance of self care for overall health and wellness and shares tips on how to find balance in your life while juggling multiple priorities.    View show notes here: www.weareoverworked.com/blog/self-worth-grace-derocha

Entrepreneurship can feel... like you're climbing Mount Everest. Our latest guest, Erik Severinghaus, has done both and wrote a book about it! In this episode, we discuss the challenges of entrepreneurship, the importance of mental resilience, and what to do when you encounter failure. Access show notes here: https://www.weareoverworked.com/blog/episode-four-climbing-proverbial-ladder  

In this episode we talk about dealing with situations where fairytales don’t match up to reality. We take a deep dive into the Meghan Markle interview, the idea of a “dream job” and the reality of glamorizing overworking.

International Women's Day was March 8. In this episode, we discuss the history of IWD, what we #ChooseToChallenge, and potential solutions with special guest Rachel Misick, author of Second to None.  Check out our blog for any resources mentioned in this episode: https://www.weareoverworked.com/blog/episode-2-choose-to-challenge.

Welcome to Overworked! In this episode, we share how the podcast got its start, our backgrounds, the recent news about Britney Spears' conservatorship, and how COVID-19 has affected women in the workplace.  https://www.weareoverworked.com/blog/episode-one-addressing-challenges-women-face-today