Shedding the Corporate Bitch

Are you intentional about who sits at your table of career success?
In this thought-provoking episode, host Bernadette Boas dives deep into the essential relationships you need to fuel your career growth and personal transformation. She unpacks why creating a circle of influence—your own “Personal Board of Directors”—isn’t just a nice-to-have, but a critical strategy for anyone determined to thrive at any stage of their journey...

When was the last time someone stole your idea or explained something to you that you were the expert on? It happens more often than one thinks.

Welcome to another transformative episode of the Shedding the Corporate Bitch Podcast with Bernadette Boas. In this powerful conversation, executive coach Kelly Meerbott joins us to unpack the nuanced, often contentious issue of mansplaining and its impact on workplace dynamics and leadersh...

When was the last time you got up to get into the day and realized you are just not in the mood, or you just don't care to do anything?

We all have those days. Sometimes, there are days and even weeks of it. If you're not careful, it can really sabotage your success.

In this episode of the "Shedding the Corporate Bitch Podcast," host Bernadette Boas dives deep into the real-world struggles of managing low-energy d...

How often have you paused to ask yourself: What is my 'why,' and how can unlocking it transform the way I navigate my work and personal goals?

In this empowering episode of Shedding the Corporate Bitch, host Bernadette Boas engages in a transformative conversation with Jannette Anderson, also known as the "Why Whisperer" as she shares her unique insights and proven strategies to help you discover and articulate y...

We all have the same amount of time in a day. So, why are some managers better people leaders than others?

In this episode of the Shedding the Corporate Bitch Podcast, host Bernadette Boas delves deep into a common challenge faced by corporate and entrepreneurial leaders alike: effectively managing time to prioritize your people. Bernadette shares her insights and strategies for putting your team first, highlighting the pivotal role...

Have you ever stopped to wonder if your difficult boss or colleague is just a challenging personality, or could it be that you yourself are unknowingly contributing to the toxic dynamic?

In our latest episode of the Shedding the Corporate Bitch Podcast, host Bernadette Boas sits down with award-winning author Vicky Oliver to explore the complex world of workplace dynamics. With her book "Bad Bosses, Crazy Co-Workers, and Other ...

Are you truly aware of the cost your organization pays for ignoring mental health, not just in lost productivity, but in the unseen toll on your employees’ lives?"

Join host Bernadette Boas as she delves into the critical topic of mental health and well-being in the corporate world. This episode stresses the urgent necessity for businesses to treat mental health as a core business imperative rather than a mere afterthought. 

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Are you truly being 100% honest and open with your team—or even yourself? What walls might you be building and what fake personas might you need to shed to become the powerhouse leader you're meant to be?

Are you ready to transform your leadership style by embracing real connections and genuine communication? Join us on the "Shedding the Corporate Bitch" podcast as we dive into a transformative discussion with Grace G...

Do you dread giving or receiving performance reviews? If so, what causes that anxiety, stress, or avoidance?

In this episode of the Shedding the Corporate Bitch Podcast, host Bernadette Bowes dives deep into the world of performance reviews—those annual or semi-annual evaluations that often spark anxiety and uncertainty among employees and managers alike. Bernadette explores how mastering both giving and receiving feedback can unloc...

How prepared are you to lead in a workplace that’s changing faster than ever before? As corporate executives, you’re facing unprecedented challenges—shifting workforce dynamics, evolving employee expectations, and relentless demands for adaptability.

Is your leadership evolving to meet these demands, or are you stuck in outdated methods that no longer work?

Bernadette Boas is joined by Vanessa Juldeman, President of Mosaic People Dev...

Have you ever felt like you're achieving success on paper, but deep down you're not fulfilled with who you've become as a leader or person?

Bernadette's diving into the profound yet simple questions that uncover what you really want out of life, drawing from my own experiences of transition from a high-powered corporate career to a more fulfilling path of self-awareness and leadership, and providing you a process...

Bernadette Boas is getting into a difficult and intimate conversation with guest, Gabriella Rosa, all about fertility, and in many cases, infertility. 

Gabriela shares her profound insights on how workplace pressures impact both men and women on their fertility journey, and provides actionable strategies to optimize health and improve chances of conceiving a healthy baby.

Episode Highlights:

1. Gabriela's Personal Fert...

When was the last time your trust was broken by a leader, and how did it impact your performance and commitment to the organization?

In this powerful episode of Shedding the Corporate Bitch Podcast, Bernadette Boas explores the critical importance of trust in corporate leadership and its impact on organizational success. Drawing from recent research and real-world examples, she delivers actionable insights for leaders look...

Do you know what your personal brand is at work, and how other's view that brand?

If you don't, you really need to, as it conveys to everyone around you, especially your boss(es), how others perceive, know, trust, and like you, and what that means to advancement.

In this episode, Bernadette is joined by Mitchell Levy, a thought leader and expert on credibility and clarity with Credibility Nation, to delv...

Are you setting goals or just dreaming? Is your team aligned to the business goals you've passed down to them or are they spinning in confusion? 

Do you have a process for setting, communicating, and pursuing your goals?

In this episode, Bernadette Boas delves into the art of effective goal setting within the corporate environment. She highlights the critical steps and strategies necessary for setting realist...

Have you wanted to foster the ability to express and understand your emotions to better navigate success and challenges at work, and to find ways to internalize positive emotions so you can learn valuable lessons from your experiences to elevate your leadership.

In this inspiring episode of Shedding the Corporate Bitch Podcast, host Bernadette Boas sits down with Carrie Vanston, an accomplished executive coach and business strategis...

In this episode of Shedding the Corporate Bitch, Bernadette Boas explores the powerful role of gratitude in leadership and its profound impact on organizational culture, team performance, and personal growth.

Key Insights

• Serving Others Serves You
• Research-Backed Benefits
• The Role of Managers
• Overcoming Challenges
• Practical Practices

Key Take-Aways

• Gratitude leads to increased performance, engagement, trust, retention, and red...

Step into the new era of leadership with Bernadette Boas and special guest Thom Dennis from Serenity in Leadership. Together, we promise to uncover the secrets to thriving as a corporate leader amid the relentless pace of change fueled by AI advancements and societal shifts. 

Thom's unique perspective, grounded in his experiences as a former Royal Marine officer and global consultant, provides practical tools for embr...

What is causing your stress and overwhelm, is it your packed calendar or multiple-page to-do list?

It is critical for the health and success of your team and you to find solutions to managing your time and workload. It will save your sanity. Despite the demanding nature of leadership roles, effective time management emerges as a powerful antidote to these pervasive problems.

You will gain actionable insights on ma...