My podcast is designed to help ambitious, professional women excel at work, know their worth and access actionable career management strategies in 15 minutes or less. #PowHerMoves To learn more about Ericka: https://linktr.ee/IAmErickaSpradley
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Looking at where you are right now, do you feel that you're not getting the rewards and recognition you deserve? Do you feel that you are looking for answers but can’t seem the “straight to the point” answers you need? You’re a busy career women, we get that, you time is valuable, and every second counts in this crazy rush, rush business world we live in. Perhaps your ideas are not taken as seriously as they should be, your experience is undervalued, or you're not getting the opportunities y ...
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Are you a strong independent career woman who is looking to build your brand and create a career you love? Do you want the dream job but fear you will have to sacrifice your work life balance to get it? Whether you're a young professional just starting her career, or you're a busy career woman who's been working hard for years, this podcast is designed to inspire and motivate today's career women by giving them the insider-secrets to building their professional and personal brand, creating a ...
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[Weekly Success Strategy 8]: Career Management 101 - Manage Your Mindset
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3:12This week, I share 5 mindset tips for your consideration when it comes to managing your career,Por Ericka Spradley
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[Weekly Success Strategy 7]: Managing Your Reputation Amidst Crisis
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2:23As the organization continues change, being mindful of how you manage your reputation is key. This week, I share 3 tips that are advantageous to managing your reputation amidst crisis.Por Ericka Spradley
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[Weekly Success Strategy 6]: Influence Is An Asset
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4:05This week, I share 10 tips to help you increase your influence at work.Por Ericka Spradley
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[Weekly Success Strategy 5]: Ditch The Elevator Pitch
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4:34This week, I want you to reconsider how you approach your elevator pitch and revist the way you're framing your "who, what and why."Por Ericka Spradley
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Ep72: Self-Talk - What the Top 1% of Executives Already Know
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18:38Our self-talk is the most potent drug you’ll ever take, and right now, you’re either using it to empower yourself, or tear yourself down. When you tell yourself you can’t do something, your brain literally shuts down the production of the neurotransmitters that would make it possible. Negative self-talk programs your cells to malfunction, your gene…
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[Weekly Success Strategy 4]: Seize The Day
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4:10If you're thinking there aren't enough hours in a day, there's an opportunity to make at least one adjustment. This week, I share 10 tips to help you "create" more time and/or approach time management from a different perspective.Por Ericka Spradley
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Ep71: How to Answer the "What is your Greatest Weakness Question." Here's your Best Answer!
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14:45Do you think you might end up interviewing for a new job or a new position this year? Well, if so, let me tell you, after interviewing thousands of job candidates, there is ONE question that everyone THINKS they are answering correctly – and often times, they ARE NOT and the question I’m talking about is the “What is your Greatest Weakness” questio…
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[Weekly Success Strategy 3]: Self-Care Is Not Selfish
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2:08As a woman, you've been conditioned and socialized to sacrifice, So much so, others expect it of you and oftentimes, you execute with a smile. This week, take a few minutes to think about what needs to change in terms of how you care for yourself. Then, take action.Por Ericka Spradley
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[Weekly Success Strategy 2]: 5 Communication Tips When Working From Home
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1:26This week, I share 5 quick communication tips you can leverage when you're working remotely. It's one thing to do the work, it's something else to function as "The Invisible Woman."Por Ericka Spradley
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Ep70: Affirmations Can Only Work if You Do This
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35:19Hello, everyone! Welcome back to The Career Woman’s Secret Playbook Podcast. Today’s episode is all about harnessing the power of affirmations to set the tone for a confident, balanced, and successful day. That’s right, we’re diving into how morning affirmations can help you Thrive in 2025—our theme for the year. Morning affirmations are more than …
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[Weekly Success Strategy 1]: You Play Too Much (Or Probably Not Enough)
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3:01When was the last time you planned a play date for yourself? If you're like me, something shifted when you became a responsible, working woman. The next thing you know, seriousness replaces recreation and life becomes a little less enjoyable. It's time to change that and add play to the list of priorities. One of the best things you can do to impro…
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Ep69: Thrive in 2025 with Podcast Host, Best-Selling Author and Emmy-Winning Journalist Dominique Sachse Episode
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1:14:17They say, 'Beware of meeting your idols—they’ll disappoint you.' But my guest today, Dominique Sachse, is the exception to that rule. I had the privilege of meeting her in person when I appeared on her podcast, Over 50 & Flourishing, and let me tell you—she’s even more beautiful, kind, and inspiring in real life. I know you’re going to love her as …
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Ep68: Why Resolutions Don’t Work – Do THIS Instead
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38:14If you’ve ever felt the sting of setting New Year’s resolutions that seem to vanish by February, this episode is PERFECT for you. And since we’re airing the day before New Year’s, we’ve got JUST enough time to break down why so many resolutions fail, uncover practical solutions to keep you on track, and help you embrace 2025 with the confidence and…
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In this episode, I share a strategic approach you can take to stop perpetuating the cycle of being underpaid when you’re rewarded with additional responsibilities as a result of organizational change.Por Ericka Spradley
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Ep67: Not Confident in Interviews? Here’s What you Do
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17:50Today we’re diving into a topic that’s as exciting as it is nerve-wracking: How to Be Confident in Interviews. Whether you're gearing up for your dream job, prepping for a career pivot, or even pitching your own business idea, confidence is your secret weapon. Now, before you think, "But Dr. Dawn, I’m not naturally confident," let me remind you of …
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Ep66: When it's Time to Pivot - It's Never Too Late
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46:17Join me as Commercial Real Estate Associate Advisor Tiffani Silvey helps us close out our Monthly Motivation Series for 2024! Tiffani's journey from a full-ride nursing scholarship to thriving in the male-dominated world of commercial real estate is nothing short of inspiring. After enduring personal tragedy, she had to pivot quickly and her story …
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Ep65: Tell Me About Yourself - Here's How to Give the Perfect Answer
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11:29Let’s talk about the question that trips up almost EVERY job candidate I’ve ever interviewed: The dreaded, ‘Tell me about yourself.’ Question. Sounds simple, right? But trust me, most people totally blow it! In today’s video, I’m going to show you exactly how to craft the PERFECT answer to this question so that former-hiring managers like me will o…
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Ep64: 5 Easy Ways to Keep Stress in Check Over the Holidays for Busy Women
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19:28With Thanksgiving right around the corner, I have a question for you: do the holidays make you feel more frazzled than festive? Well, then you’re in the right place. Today, I’m breaking down 5 easy ways to keep stress in check over the holidays so you can actually enjoy the season for what it’s meant to be: a time of joy, connection, and maybe just…
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Ep63: Taking Care of Family Business - An Inspiring Story of Two Sisters Kristin & Devon McCrossin
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56:10Ever heard that going into business with family is a recipe for disaster? Well, get ready to throw that stereotype out the window! Today, we’re diving into the story of a powerhouse, female-founded digital media and advertising company that’s smashing the mold. Two unstoppable sisters, Kristin and Devon McCrossin, took the leap, purchased their fam…
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Ep62: You Don’t Have to Work for a Difficult Boss
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33:07Hello, lovely listeners: I’m here to tell you something that may surprise you: You don’t have to work for a difficult boss. Yes, you heard that right! If you’re feeling trapped with a boss who’s critical, and unapproachable you DON’T have to settle. And HERE’S why it matters: continuing to work in such an environment COULD HAVE serious consequences…
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In this episode, I discuss “The Slippery Scope”, the situations that cause it, how it contributes to you being underpaid, and how you can manage it.Por Ericka Spradley
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Ep61: What to Do When Staff or Coworkers Undermine You
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21:55Are you feeling undermined at work? You can’t really put your finger on it BUT your gut is telling you something, and it ain’t good. Well, you are not alone – this can happen to us all and in today’s episode, I’m going to give you 4 powerful strategies to take back the reins right here on The Career Woman’s Secret Playbook Podcast! Whether it’s sub…
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Ep60: Want to Achieve Your Goals? Focus on THIS Instead!
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25:18Have you HAD it when it comes to goal setting? You get all motivated, set a goal, but then achieving that goal starts to feel like that light at the end of a never-ending tunnel. And THEN, even when you can muster enough will power to actually work on that goal, you’re JUST not getting the outcome you were looking for. Well, this never-ending cycle…
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Ep59: 3 Skills Professional Speakers Don’t Want You to Know
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21:51Speaking in front of an audience can be intimidating. But if you know the right tricks, you’ll be a step ahead of the game. Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on 3 specific strategies that I’ve used for YEARS that can instantly boost your speaking game. Today’s episode is all about professional speaking, and I am so excited to reveal a few of the …
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Ep58: Have You Ever Considered Owning a Franchise? Hear Franchise Owner of Chicken Salad Chick Emily Gray's Inspiring Story
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48:22Today’s Episode: If you’ve ever dreamed of owning your own business but are hesitant to start from scratch, franchising MIGHT be for you. With a proven business model, built-in brand recognition, and ongoing support, owning a franchise could create a faster path to success than starting a business on your own. So come back and join me for Episode 5…
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Ep57: Your Words May Be Sending the Wrong Message
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21:32Did you know that the words you choose and how you communicate them could be sending the wrong message? In the business world, language reflects not only our thoughts but also how others perceive us. Even in 2024, career women continue to use passive words and phrases more frequently than men, which can weaken their professional presence, and I wan…
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Ep56: 5 Ways to Take Your Power Back When Facing Career Change
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18:01Are you sick to death of feeling like you have NO control when you are facing change, especially when it comes to your career? With the 5 steps we’re talking about today, you can ABSOLUTELY take charge of your life when facing a career change. Whether you are pivoting to a new role, switching industries, or starting your own business, WE’RE talking…
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In this episode, I share 7 tips to help you position yourself to win when you’re the only woman in the room.Por Ericka Spradley
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Ep 55: Is Clutter Affecting You More than You Think?
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15:12Hello listeners and Welcome Back to The Career Woman’s Secret Playbook Podcast. Today we are tackling the issue of: “Is clutter affecting you more than you think? We’re not ONLY answering THIS question, BUT I’m ALSO going to share Action Steps you can put in place RIGHT AWAY while giving you ACCESS to our 30-Day Decluttering Challenge that YOU can …
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In this episode, I share 10 suggestions for bringing your authentic self to work.Por Ericka Spradley
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Ep54: Build your Brand and the Job Will Come
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37:40Hello listeners and Welcome to The Career Woman’s Secret Playbook Podcast – today we are diving into a game-changing strategy that EVERY career woman needs to know - building your brand! THIS, my friends, is the secret sauce behind not only living a more fulfilling personal life BUT this one concept alone can set you up to get your next job opportu…
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[3-Minute Career Makeover] - The Expectation Creep
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3:00In just three minutes, I offer career strategies and advice that will change your mind about the way you manage your career. This episode tackles the subtle, often unspoken shift in responsibilities that goes beyond the original job description, where the creep hides and what you can do about it.Por Ericka Spradley
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Ep53: You Teach People How to Treat You
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27:57Episode 53: You Teach People How to Treat You Welcome back to The Career Woman's Secret Playbook Podcast! I'm your host, Dr. Dawn, and today we’re diving into a topic that’s a game-changer for every career woman: "You Teach People How to Treat You." In this episode, we’ll explore why it’s crucial for busy career women to understand how this concept…
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Ep 52 - The Secret to Prioritizing your Tasks without Burnout!
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20:45Are you overwhelmed with work and don't know where to start? Are you feeling exhausted just thinking about your to-do list because you know tackling it all means burning out? Then you won't want to miss Episode #52 of The Career Woman's Secret Playbook. Come back and join me as I share the ultimate secrets to prioritizing your tasks like a pro, but…
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In this episode, I share 5 actions you can take to start acting your wage at work.Por Ericka Spradley
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Ep 51: Know Your Value & Ask for the Job!
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33:50Welcome listeners to Episode 51 of The Career Woman's Secret Playbook Podcast! I'm your host Dr. Dawn and in today's episode I am going to show you how to know your value and confidently asking for your next job or promotion. You're going to get the insider-secrets of what I say to my coaching clients to help them understand that betting on themsel…
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Ep50: Start your Own Business with Special Guest Kimberly Brock, Host of the She's Just Getting Started Podcast
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42:25Introduction: Welcome listeners to this very Special Edition of The Career Woman's Secret Playbook Podcast! We’re celebrating our 50th episode today with our Special Guest Kimberly Brock. Kimberly Brock is the podcast host of She’s Just Getting Started podcast, which is ranked in the top 1% of all business podcasts. So come back and join me because…
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Ep49 - Turning your Passion Project into a Business
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37:59Hello there listeners and welcome to another exciting episode of The Career Woman's Secret Playbook Podcast! I'm your host, Dr. Dawn, and today, we're diving into something you may NOT have considered before…turning your passion project into a business. In other words, if you’ve ever dreamt of leaving your 9-to-5 and dedicating yourself entirely to…
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The Reorg Remix: Managing Your Career During Company Restructures
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8:19In this episode, I discuss reorgs and how you can manage your career amidst change.Por Ericka Spradley
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Ep48 - How to Have More Fun Working Remotely Without Sacrificing Productivity
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21:37Working remotely has its perks, but let's be honest, it can sometimes feel monotonous and even lonely, so tune in to today's episode for my 5 favorite ways of how to make working remotely more fun without losing productivity. Here's what we will be talking about... 1. Create a Fun and Inspiring Workspace: First things first, ladies—your workspace m…
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Ep47: Summer Travel Tips for the Busy Career Woman
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25:42We all look forward to those precious days away with our families, but let's be honest…the planning AND the details can be overwhelming. If you're anything like me, you want your vacation to be a true break – you do NOT want to take a vacation from your vacation! So today, I'm sharing 5 of my favorite ways to plan a vacation without spreading yours…
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Ep46: Balancing Bargains & Boundaries - Plan Ahead for a Better Holiday Weekend
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19:51Let's start with a reality many of us are familiar with: Memorial Day weekend, with its slew of sales and social events, can be a real test of our discipline and planning skills. It’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of big discounts or the pressure to attend every gathering AND don’t even get me started on the fact that most people have com…
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Contrary To Culture: A Working Woman’s Cheat Code
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17:20In this episode, I share 10 principles from my latest book to help you win at work and achieve work-life balance.Por Ericka Spradley
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Ep45: Are You Struggling on Monday Mornings? Change your Monday, Change your Life!
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31:58Are you struggling on Monday Mornings? Are you one of those people who drag into the office, pray that the coffee pot is already brewing and are already counting down until Friday? Could it be your job? Maybe, but what if it’s not? What if the WAY you’re starting your Monday is ruining your chances for a good one? Join us for today’s episode to see…
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Ep44 – Why do Women Suffer from More from Imposter Syndrome then the Men? And What We can Do About it?
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26:45Did you know that professional women today suffer from Imposter Syndrome in greater numbers than the men? Well ladies, we’re not only going to look at the reasons WHY this is happening BUT we’re going to define what Impostor syndrome actually is AND we’re going to look at some easy ways that we can overcome it! Welcome to Episode 44 of The Career W…
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Ep43: How Not to be an Overthinker/Stop Torturing Yourself with these 3 Easy Steps!
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16:21Are you an overthinker like me? Then you know first-hand that overthinking can add to frustration, which then causes you to interfere with your own success. So let’s get to it – let me show you 3 easy ways that you can break free from this unhealthy pattern so that you can start taking some confident action steps towards your goals. Step 1: Recogni…
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Ep 42: 3 Ways You May be Holding Yourself Back
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16:27Welcome back, Career Women, to another episode of The Career Woman's Secret Playbook. I'm your host, Dr. Dawn, and today we're talking about the ways in which we might be inadvertently hindering our own success in the workplace. So, grab your notebooks and get ready to take some notes because we're about to uncover the top 3 ways we may be blocking…
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Ep 41: Healthy Habit Hacks for 2024 Show Notes Hello, listeners and welcome back to another empowering episode of The Career Woman's Secret Playbook Podcast. I'm your host, Dr. Dawn, and I am thrilled today to bring you today’s topic which is all about creating healthy habits for 2024. But before we begin, I’m so glad you are here to find out about…
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Ep 40 – New Year, New You: How to Crush Your Resolutions Once and for All!
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28:21Hello, listeners and welcome back to another empowering episode of The Career Woman's Secret Playbook Podcast. I'm your host, Dr. Dawn, and since we are already a few weeks IN to the new year, we are going to talk about New Year's Resolutions, why they often times DON’T work, and what we can do about it. I am also going to share a personal story wi…
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Do THIS to Network Anytime and Anywhere - The Do's and Don'ts of Modern Networking
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26:34Hello, everyone! Welcome to Episode 39 of The Career Woman's Secret Playbook Podcast. I'm your host, Dr. Dawn, and I am so excited that you are here because today’s topic is something that is so crucial for career success, and yet there are still SO many questions about it. As you can see from the title of today’s episode, YES, we are talking about…
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