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Empowering Workers: Federal Employees, Disability and Employment Rights, and Social Security Disability for All is a podcast dedicated to advocating for federal employees and individuals navigating disability and employment challenges. Hosted by Kevin Rosenquist and featuring expert insights from attorney Eric Pines, the show dives into critical topics like workplace accommodations, employee rights, and social security disability claims. With actionable advice and compassionate discussions, ...
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🌟 UnCeiling You Podcast: Strategic Insights & Career Growth for Ambitious, Purpose-Driven Professionals The UnCeiling You Podcast is for ambitious professionals—especially those navigating bias, self-doubt, and barriers to leadership—who are ready to take bold action and grow their careers with confidence. Each week, you’ll hear real stories, practical strategies, and actionable tools to help you: ✅ Build confidence and career clarity ✅ Expand your network with purpose ✅ Develop the tools an ...
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I’m your host, Anisha Jennings, a tech professional and entrepreneur, and I’m here to unpack the immigrant experience in America. When I first arrived from India, I thought I had to choose between my heritage and the American Dream. I quickly learned that success comes from embracing both. Each week on” Your American Dream,” we’ll dive into the topics crucial for immigrant success - from navigating workplace culture to building a thriving career while honoring our roots. I’ll share candid st ...
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Inclusive Advantage

Brenda Denbesten

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"The Inclusive Advantage" is a podcast dedicated to empowering women and minorities in male-dominated industries like mining, manufacturing, and construction. Hosted by "Brenda Denbesten" with 18 years of experience, the podcast shares hard-earned wisdom, strategic advice, and inspiring stories to help listeners break through barriers, advocate for themselves, and foster inclusive workplaces.
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Welcome to “Breaking Barriers: Women Leading the Way,” A Thrive podcast that celebrates and highlights the remarkable achievements of women who are shaping the future. With your host Pam Bateson, a coach to the coaches, entrepreneur and founder of Thrive, an online coaching platform, along with a variety of expert guests. Join us as we delve into the stories of trailblazing women who have overcome challenges, shattered glass ceilings, and made significant impacts in their respective fields. ...
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In this podcast, we shine a light on the aspects of leadership, culture, and career advancement that should be considered totally unacceptable. From toxic workplace behaviors to outdated leadership practices and the obstacles holding professionals back, Totally Unacceptable is your platform for confronting challenges head-on and creating pathways for growth. What to Expect: 💥 Exposing Toxicity Unfiltered discussions about workplace behaviors and leadership practices that hinder success, well ...
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Leading Real Change

Dr Jacqueline Kerr

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Welcome to the Leading Real Change podcast with host Dr Jacqueline Kerr, an expert in workplace culture change. I interview dedicated and passionate Changemakers about their careers, how they lead change, and what leaders can do today to make a difference to build healthy, inclusive workplace cultures for all. I am excited to share these examples of real workplace change with you. You’ll learn about effective strategies that are working and how to overcome real barriers to change that challe ...
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Explore the barriers to skills transfer and how to overcome them, with a sprinkle of neuroscience. Stella Collins and her guests share insights into how L&D can take people from knowing – to doing. Watch out skills gap – we're coming for you!
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Learning From The Edges

Michelle Parry-Slater

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The world of work is full of friction. Departments work in silos. Work gets stuck. Teams find workplaces are not as easeful as they could or should be. And in all of this human beings are caught in the challenges, resulting in poor work, mental health worries and worse. As a research project, Learning From The Edges will look at the edges of work, where friction exists and explore what gets in the way of work and of learning. Why is there friction? How can work be more fruitful for organisat ...
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Join Coach Katina Robertson as she shares practical strategies to break free from professional barriers and reach your full potential. Drawing from her 20+ years in the pharmaceutical and biotech industry, Katina brings real-world wisdom from her own career struggles and introduces expert guests who know exactly how to help you overcome workplace challenges. Whether you’re feeling stuck in your career path, struggling with promotion opportunities, or seeking clearer direction, this podcast d ...
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Stories from those who dared, strategies for those who will! Are you a professional who is successful but stuck? Do you need to break through a career plateau that has you feeling uninspired, overlooked, and like your potential is being wasted? You know that you're meant for more, but you're unsure of the next step. Then you’ve found the right place, my friend, because this podcast is where Daring Breakthroughs come to life! Welcome to Daring Breakthroughs, the podcast obsessed with helping ...
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Amazing digital experiences don’t just happen. They are purposefully created by artists and engineers, who strategically and creatively get to know the problem, configure a solution, and maneuver through the various dynamics, hurdles, and technicalities to make it a reality. Hosts Sean and Paul will discuss various elements that go into creating and managing software products, from building user personas to designing for trackable success. No topic is off-limits if it helps inspire and build ...
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Essential insights from trusted people experts to help business leaders overcome the barriers to accelerated growth. In the People Puzzles podcast, award-winning business leader, founder and HR expert Ally Maughan welcomes a variety of business leaders and people experts to explore the common challenges and obstacles that growing businesses need to address to achieve their ambitions. Speaking with business leaders, sector specialists and people experts, Ally explores the people problems that ...
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Workforce Central

National Association of Workforce Boards

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Greetings all and welcome to Workforce Central, the National Association of Workforce Board’s podcast series. NAWB serves, supports and represents the nearly 600 State and Local Workforce Development Boards (WDBs) and their 12,000+ business members as they work to meet the needs of business and job seekers in communities all across the country. To learn more and to become a member, visit www.nawb.org
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Welcome to The Unstoppable Grit Podcast – your ultimate guide for overcoming burnout, navigating career plateaus, and unlocking a more satisfying and purposeful life. Each episode is packed with transformative mindset shifts and actionable strategies designed to help you dismantle the barriers blocking your path to success. Why listen to us? Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by life’s demands or you’re on the brink of achieving greatness but can’t seem to break through, you've found your co ...
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Join Katie and Mary in navigating the complexity of corporate culture and modern life without becoming a psycho. They discuss the things that are making you grind your teeth and lay awake at 2 am, sharing mental wellness tips while making fun of the absurdity of it all, changing the game, and laughing our way through surviving it. New full audio episodes drop every Monday — and YouTube videos every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Explore Sponsorship Opportunities: Contact Us at businesspsycho ...
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The Speak Your Power Now podcast will empower women by honing their communication skills, helping them break free from self-doubt, and unlocking their true potential. Through a blend of interviews, solo shows, and co-hosted episodes, each 30-45 minute episode offers practical tips, inspiring stories, and transformative insights. By providing resources and fostering a supportive community, this podcast aims to uplift and inspire women to speak with power and confidence.
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Be Happy Abroad

Franziska Luxhoj

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Welcome to 'Be Happy Abroad: How to live a fulfilling & meaningful life as an International', your one-stop podcast for knowledge, tips and inspiring stories on living happily as an international or expat. Every week, we delve into topics like cultural adaptation, overcoming language barriers and typical challenges encountered in an international & intercultural life, creating fulfilling connections and maintaining ties to home. We provide actionable insights and practical tips for every sta ...
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How to catch the moment fear disguises itself as logic—and turn it into leadership clarity. Why do we sometimes pull back when opportunity knocks instead of stepping forward? In this episode of UnCeiling You, host Dr. Natalie Luke sits down with Dr. Albert Bramante — a seasoned talent agent and psychologist — to explore the hidden psychology of sel…
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Episode Summary In this episode, Courtney Bolton, a Social Security Disability Advocate at Pines Federal, to explain what to do after receiving an SSDI denial letter. Courtney walks through the full appeal process—from reconsideration to hearings before an administrative law judge—and shares practical advice on how to strengthen your appeal, submit…
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🎙 NEW EPISODE LIVE! 🌟 From Systems Engineer to Leadership Strategist: Sairan Aqrawi on Reinvention, Resilience, and the American Dream Meet Sairan Aqrawi—an accomplished engineer, international transition coach, and business strategist who transforms complexity into clarity. In this episode of Your American Dream with Anisha: ⚙️ How Sairan blended …
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Most professionals know how to act like leaders — confident voice, polished presence, solid résumé. But what happens when your energy doesn’t match your words? In this episode of UnCeiling You, Dr. Natalie Luke sits down with Katherine Lazaruk, leadership and presence coach, opera singer turned executive educator, to explore what it really means to…
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Job boards are where dreams go to die — so where do real opportunities live? In this episode, Dr. Natalie Luke sits down with résumé and career-strategy expert Dawn Rasmussen to uncover the hidden job market and the mindset shifts that separate stuck professionals from strategic leaders. Dawn explains why visibility is a strategy, how to turn a rés…
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With so many tools at our disposal, why do product people continue to struggle with effective communication? Email after email, meeting after meeting, teams replay the same conversations and plow the same ground, re-litigating the decisions they agreed to weeks before — wasting time, money, and energy in the process. The “information asymmetry” tha…
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Are you struggling with confidence in your wardrobe or feeling like your style no longer reflects who you are? In this inspiring episode of Your American Dream, host Anisha Jennings sits down with Jaspreet “Jazz” Oberoi, a Certified Image Consultant, Color Analyst, and immigrant entrepreneur who helps women transform their wardrobes and rediscover …
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What if the key to freedom isn’t independence — but connection? In this episode of UnCeiling You, Dr. Natalie Luke talks with Sasha Eburne, an Australian entrepreneur, NLP Master Coach, and single mom who transformed pandemic uncertainty into a thriving business and global network. After 25 years in corporate life, Sasha stopped asking for permissi…
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Are you a working caregiver feeling exhausted, overlooked, and unsupported? Have you ever been told you’re not pushing your team hard enough when, in truth, everyone is just trying to hold it all together? You’re not alone — and this episode is for you. In this episode of Daring Breakthroughs, Jenn Landis sits down with Heather Powers, former corpo…
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Are you searching for natural ways to restore balance and reconnect with traditional wisdom? In this inspiring episode of Your American Dream, host Anisha Jennings sits down with Khulan Enkhtaivan, a U.S.–certified nutritionist, Ayurvedic practitioner, and founder of Amu Nutrition. What started as Khulan’s search for healing solutions for her daugh…
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If you’ve ever wondered why your professional network feels supportive but not strategic, this episode will change the way you think about connection and influence. In this conversation, host Dr. Natalie Luke sits down with Liz Weber, CMC, CSP — one of the Top 30 Global Gurus for Leadership (2025) alongside icons like John Maxwell and Simon Sinek. …
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Have you ever felt like your career path looks more like a “spaghetti bowl” than a ladder? Are you worried that your varied background doesn’t tell a clear story? It’s time to reframe that thinking and harness your unique journey as your greatest strength. Whether you’re exploring career change, battling the fear of failure, or learning how to get …
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John Cutler is Head of Product at Dotwork – a startup dedicated to transforming how teams collaborate and manage product development. He is also a prolific writer, including his wildly popular newsletter, The Beautiful Mess. John’s prior roles include supporting product teams at Toast as Senior Director, Product Enablement and Product Evangelist an…
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Are you considering a career change or dreaming of pursuing your creative passions later in life? In this inspiring episode of Your American Dream, host Anisha Jennings sits down with Maria Imbalzano, an award-winning contemporary romance author who transformed her career from divorce lawyer to bestselling novelist. Maria shares her journey of disc…
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Degrees open doors—but they don’t guarantee promotions. Discover the real career currency no one told you about. Credentials matter, but they’re not the whole story. In this episode of UnCeiling You, I sit down with Brianne Rush, founder of The Independence Lab, to talk about what really accelerates careers—curiosity, confidence, and authentic conn…
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In this episode of the UnCeiling You podcast, Kelly Slavitt shares her journey of building strategic connections and navigating the complexities of leadership as a woman in a male-dominated field. She discusses the importance of relationships in career progression, the challenges of being the only woman at the table, and how she uses humor and asse…
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Tired of working harder but not seeing the career advancement you deserve? The problem isn't a lack of effort—it’s the lack of a proven career advancement strategy. In this motivational video, I’m sharing my secret weapon for breakthrough success: The S.E.M. Formula (Strategize, Energize, Mobilize). This framework is the key to unlocking your next …
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Have you ever felt lonely, socially anxious, or unsure how to make friends? Do you long for a sense of community and wonder how to feel belonging? In this episode of Daring Breakthroughs, host Jenn Landis sits down with Amanda Ray Newman, an inspiring artist, author, and speaker, to explore community, connecting through creativity, and fostering me…
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Have you ever achieved career success but still felt like you didn’t belong? In this inspiring episode of Your American Dream, host Anisha Jennings sits down with Constance Howard, a four-time Emmy Award-winning broadcast journalist turned transformational executive coach. After spending over 40 years in television news, Constance reveals how she w…
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In this episode [EP 42] of the UnCeiling You podcast, Dr. Natalie Luke and Amy Quesenberry discuss the critical role of compassion in leadership and personal growth. They explore how compassion can combat burnout, foster connection, and drive business success. Amy shares her journey of overcoming self-judgment and the importance of self-compassion …
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Workplace bullying isn’t just a schoolyard problem—it’s alive and well in offices, boardrooms, and businesses everywhere. And the damage it does is staggering. In this episode of Totally Unacceptable, Ed Clementi puts the spotlight on the bully boss—the so-called “leader” who hides behind authority, leads through fear, and poisons culture. You’ll l…
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Nesrine Changuel is a product coach, advisor, and speaker with more than a decade of senior-level product experience at Google, Spotify, and Microsoft. Soon she will add “author” to her long list of accomplishments with the publication of Product Delight: How to Make Your Product Stand Out with Emotional Connection (September 23, 2025). In this epi…
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In this episode of the UnCeiling You podcast, Natalie Luke, PhD and Abby Havermann explore the journey from self-betrayal to authenticity. Abby shares her transformative experience of spending a night in jail, which served as a wake-up call to recognize the misalignments in her life. They discuss the importance of awareness, the body's signals, and…
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Are you thriving professionally but feeling disconnected, exhausted, or unfulfilled? In this transformative episode of Your American Dream, host Anisha Jennings sits down with Marina Zakharova, an ICF-certified professional coach (PCC) from Toronto who specializes in helping high-achieving professionals reconnect with themselves without burning out…
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In this episode of UnCeiling You, Dr. Natalie Luke and Serena Low explore the strengths of introversion, emphasizing that it is not a limitation but a powerful asset. Serena shares her journey from feeling inadequate as a quiet achiever to embracing her identity as a quiet warrior. The conversation delves into practical strategies for introverts to…
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Episode Summary In this episode of Empowering Workers, attorney Eric L. Pines is joined by Courtney Bolton, a Social Security Disability advocate at Pines Federal, to discuss one of the most frustrating issues for applicants: why Social Security Disability (SSDI) claims get denied. With years of experience guiding clients through the SSDI process, …
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In this episode of Your American Dream, get ready to be inspired by the story of Vicki Wright Hamilton - a 40-year corporate technology veteran turned multi-faceted entrepreneur whose journey is a testament to resilience, reinvention, and purpose-led leadership. After facing the challenges of balancing caregiving with a high-powered career, Vicki t…
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In this episode [EP 39] of UnCeiling You, host Dr. Natalie Luke talks with Bart Merrell, who shares how he faced some of life’s toughest challenges and still found ways forward. 👉 Subscribe to unlock exclusive Insider Questions and bonus content — and support the show at the same time! Click Here! If you’ve ever felt like your skills aren’t special…
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In this episode of Product Momentum, content strategist Brian Piper joins Dan Sharp and guest co-host Tim Snedden to describe the power of AI in content strategy—revealing how these tools act as creative partners, not just digital workhorses. What’s at stake isn’t just automation or efficiency, but a fundamental shift in how product managers, write…
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What happens when the world tells you you’re not enough — and you start to believe it? In this episode [EP 38] of UnCeiling You, host Dr. Natalie Luke engages in a profound conversation with Neena Perez about self-worth, healing from trauma, and the journey of self-discovery. Neena shares her personal story of overcoming significant challenges, inc…
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🎙In this episode of Your American Dream, get ready to be inspired by the story of Kavita Melwani—a Master Certified Jungian Success Coach and second-generation immigrant whose journey is a testament to resilience, reinvention, and purpose-led leadership. After facing burnout, Kavita transformed her life and created an intuitive leadership coaching …
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In this episode (EP 37), Lynn Quinn discusses her model of the Four Zones of Communication, which includes the pink, yellow, higher, and halt zones. She emphasizes the importance of understanding these zones to foster better communication, build trust, and create a supportive community. The conversation explores the significance of introspection, r…
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🎙 Your American Dream Podcast Guest: Susan Leger-Ferraro In this episode of Your American Dream, be inspired by Susan Leger-Ferraro — a visionary leader whose lifelong work bridges child development, education, and social justice. A granddaughter of Canadian immigrants, Susan grew up with strong values of community, resilience, and service. Those v…
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In this conversation (EP 36), Dr. Michele D. Clark shares her profound journey through breast cancer, strokes, and personal trauma. She discusses the importance of redefining identity after trauma, the impact of community support, and the power of self-talk in healing. Dr. Clark emphasizes the need for women to embrace their stories and create a ne…
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In this enlightening conversation (EP 35), Dr. Natalie Luke and Pat Fenner explore the transformative journey from isolation to connection, particularly in life changes such as divorce and career shifts. Pat shares her experiences rebuilding her life and community, emphasizing the importance of intentional networking and asking more profound questi…
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