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No Cape Required
Women are working the butts off and trying to navigate the intricate dance between work, life, and everything in between, fueled by the pervasive myth of the "Superwoman." No Cape Required is on a mission to bust this myth. In each episode, I'll bring you personal narratives of success, candid conversations about overcoming challenges, and practical tips to help you achieve a harmonious blend of career aspirations, personal fulfillment, and everyday responsibilities. If you are ready to focus on creating a life you love without societal pressure to “do it all” and “have it all” by being everything to everyone, you are in the right place.
Episodes
20 episodes
19. Finishing Strong: Setting Intentions and Goals for an Empowered New Year
Hey there, No Cape Required listeners! This episode is all about finishing the year strong and setting yourself up for an incredible new year. Buckle up for a real, practical guide to reflection and goal setting that's way more meaningful than ...
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Episode 19
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24:13
18. 3 Critical Mindset Shifts To Advance Your Career
In today's episode of No Cape Required, I sit down with award-winning speaker, author, and executive coach Neena Newberry to explore 3 critical mindset shifts for career advancement and personal fulfillment. We delve into the importance of taki...
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Episode 18
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37:01
17. Embracing Imperfection and Emotional Balance
Have you ever found yourself paralyzed by past regrets or future worries, unable to fully enjoy the present moment? Join me, Dr. Dara Rossi, as I sit down with the insightful Dr. Carrie Johansson to uncover the liberating concept of psychologic...
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Episode 17
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38:45
16. Breaking Free From the Hustle Culture
What if the relentless pursuit of busyness is actually holding you back from true success and fulfillment? Join me as we explore the liberating journey of finding freedom from busyness. Drawing from personal experiences and reflections, I tackl...
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15. Building Inner Strength Through Fitness
Unlock the secrets to a healthier, more resilient you with our latest episode of "No Cape Required." Join us as we sit down with Kim Rahir, a 60-year-old health coach and European champion in master weightlifting, who transformed her life after...
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Episode 15
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37:20
14. Lean In to a Purpose-Driven Life
Living authentically isn't just a catchphrase; it's a courageous act. Through heartfelt personal stories, Pallavi Ridout and I explore the importance of aligning one's life with core values and authentic purpose. Discover how ignoring these val...
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Episode 14
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34:02
13. Breaking Through the Inner Glass Ceiling
Unlock the secrets to breaking through your own inner glass ceiling and step into your true potential. Join us on "No Cape Required" as we dive into the subtle yet powerful self-limiting behaviors that hold many women back, often without them e...
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Episode 13
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36:47
12. Women, Wine, and Wellness
Ever wondered if the glass of wine you're holding is really helping you relax or just adding to your stress? In this episode, we unravel the complexities of alcohol consumption among women and challenge some deeply held beliefs. Joined by my da...
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Episode 12
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34:18
11. Quieting the Inner Critic
Join me, Dara Rossi, as I explore the persistent challenge of silencing our inner critic, the voice that demands perfection in every facet of our lives. Together with my esteemed guest, Pam Aks, a professional certified coach and author, we unp...
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Episode 11
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21:17
10. Being Audacious and How To Lead Like a Queen
Are you ready to embrace your inner queen and lead with audacity? That's precisely what Sarah Kenny and I unpack in a heart-to-heart about redefining bold leadership. As we delve into the transformative journey from gender equity advocacy to co...
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Episode 10
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26:47
9. Superwoman Must Die
Join me as my guest Errika Flood-Moultrie, founder of Connections Multiplied, and I unravel the complexities and challenges faced by Black women striving for leadership roles in the nonprofit sector. Listen in as Errika shares her personal narr...
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Episode 9
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28:19
8. Your Purpose is in Your Blueprint
Have you ever felt a gentle tug at your soul, whispering that there's something more you're meant to do? Laura Berman Fortgang, renowned personal coach and speaker, joins me in an intimate conversation that could be your first step towards that...
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Episode 8
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29:22
7. Managing Conflict in the Workplace
In this interview, we're talking about conflict in the workplace and the role that emotional intelligence plays in navigating such conflict successfully.My guest, Dr. Robyn Short, is an organization systems design consultant, peac...
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Episode 7
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38:35
6. EmPower with Etiquette: Polite Boundaries, Better Relationships
You may be thinking, why are you talking about etiquette. Civility is hard to find in our world. People are under a lot of stress, and it seems that many people are just waiting for an opportunity to express the pent-up anger. We see it p...
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30:46
5. Happiness Through Neuroscience
This topic is timely, since March 20 is designated as International Day of Happiness,. The date is designed to recognizes the relevance of happiness and well-being as universal goals and aspirations in the lives of human around our ...
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31:18
4. Executive Women and Moms: Leading & Living Authentically Without the Cape
In this interview, Jessica Nunez and I have a great discussion on the Superwoman archetype and its impact on women's personal and professional lives. There are societal pressures for women to excel in every aspect of life without dropping...
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Episode 4
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31:50
3. Juggling Act: Balancing Your Life and Caregiving Responsibilities
Approximately 50 million Americans provide family care services to elderly and disabled people right now, and many of them find themselves sandwiched between this caregiving for an elderly family member and then caregiving for their own childre...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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35:20
2. Saying No to Non-Promotable Tasks
Do you want to find out why you should stop doing so many non-promotable tasks and how to do so? That is the topic for this episode.I am joined by Amy McGregor, Vice President of Banking Supervision for the Feder...
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Episode 2
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28:09
1. Your True Voice Matters
Today I am solo and sharing a story that had a real impact on a 16-year-old girl. It's a story that left her without her own voice. The voice I am referring to is deep within you – it is your inner guidance. I'm wondering what voic...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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No Cape Required Introduction
Ladies, I know you are out there working your tushes off sometime with your head just above water. You are trying to navigate the intricate dance between work, life, and everything in between, fueled by the pervasive myth of the "Superwom...
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Season 1
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Episode 0
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