<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<rss version="2.0" encoding="UTF-8" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:admin="http://webns.net/mvcb/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom/" xmlns:rdf="http://www.w3.org/1999/02/22-rdf-syntax-ns#" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:googleplay="http://www.google.com/schemas/play-podcasts/1.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:fireside="http://fireside.fm/modules/rss/fireside">
  <channel>
    <fireside:hostname>web01.fireside.fm</fireside:hostname>
    <fireside:genDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 07:20:04 -0500</fireside:genDate>
    <generator>Fireside (https://fireside.fm)</generator>
    <title>Queen Speaking - Episodes Tagged with “How To”</title>
    <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/tags/how%20to</link>
    <pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2020 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <description>A podcast for women as we navigate our personal and professional lives, sharing the inspiration that helps us along the way.
Together we’ll celebrate our triumphs and dig into our setbacks. We're giving voice to the experiences we live on a daily basis in search of continued self awareness. Let's find more ways to create opportunity for ourselves and advocate for our communities.
</description>
    <language>en-us</language>
    <itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type>
    <itunes:subtitle>A podcast for women as we navigate our personal and professional lives, sharing the inspiration that helps us along the way.</itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
    <itunes:summary>A podcast for women as we navigate our personal and professional lives, sharing the inspiration that helps us along the way.
Together we’ll celebrate our triumphs and dig into our setbacks. We're giving voice to the experiences we live on a daily basis in search of continued self awareness. Let's find more ways to create opportunity for ourselves and advocate for our communities.
</itunes:summary>
    <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
    <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
    <itunes:keywords>Queen Speaking, queen speaking podcast, breanna queen speaking, sydney queen speaking, breanna banford, sydney bell, #teamqs, Team QS</itunes:keywords>
    <itunes:owner>
      <itunes:name>Queen Speaking</itunes:name>
      <itunes:email>Queenspeaking1@gmail.com</itunes:email>
    </itunes:owner>
<itunes:category text="Business">
  <itunes:category text="Careers"/>
</itunes:category>
<itunes:category text="Society &amp; Culture"/>
<item>
  <title>Episode 134: You Deserve A Day Off</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/134</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">b6beff93-cf80-4bcd-84b7-7c23c2f87d86</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2020 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/b6beff93-cf80-4bcd-84b7-7c23c2f87d86.mp3" length="38161292" type="audio/mpeg"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Not all days off are created equal. Sometimes we need to take a PTO day to do nothing or tackle chores and appointments—a day off for no reason! We’re talking about how we all should make time off a priority for ourselves even if we’re not going on a full blown vacation and how to ask your boss for it. (Originally aired 9/20/19).</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>38:30</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>Not all days off are created equal. Sometimes we need to take a PTO day to do nothing or tackle chores and appointments—a day off for no reason! We’re talking about how we all should make time off a priority for ourselves even if we’re not going on a full blown vacation and how to ask your boss for it. (Originally aired 9/20/19).
Links in this episode:
* NYTimes: Smarter Living newsletter (https://www.nytimes.com/newsletters/smarter-living)
* Girls Night in Club: Everything You Need to Know to Take a Staycation ASAHP (As Soon As Humanly Possible) (https://girlsnightinclub.com/posts/everything-you-need-to-know-about-taking-an-effective-staycation/)
* NYTimes: What to Do With a Day Off (https://www.nytimes.com/2019/09/02/smarter-living/what-to-do-with-a-day-off.html) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Day off, take a break, vacation, how to, staycation, spa day, staycation spa day, do nothing staycation, use a vacation day to get finances in order, how to take a day off for me, how to ask for PTO, how to ask for a day off, how to ask my boss for a day off, pros and cons with unlimited vacation time, are there benefits to unlimited vacation time, how do I request vacation time when it’s unlimited, vacation day for no reason, take a vacation day to get chores done, take a vacation day for annual appointments, how to ask my boss for a day off, asking my boss for a day off, pto day, paid time off, using my paid time off, how do I use my paid time off</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Not all days off are created equal. Sometimes we need to take a PTO day to do nothing or tackle chores and appointments—a day off for no reason! We’re talking about how we all should make time off a priority for ourselves even if we’re not going on a full blown vacation and how to ask your boss for it. (Originally aired 9/20/19).</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>NYTimes: <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/newsletters/smarter-living" rel="nofollow">Smarter Living newsletter</a></li>
<li>Girls Night in Club: <a href="https://girlsnightinclub.com/posts/everything-you-need-to-know-about-taking-an-effective-staycation/" rel="nofollow">Everything You Need to Know to Take a Staycation ASAHP (As Soon As Humanly Possible)</a></li>
<li>NYTimes: <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2019/09/02/smarter-living/what-to-do-with-a-day-off.html" rel="nofollow">What to Do With a Day Off</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Not all days off are created equal. Sometimes we need to take a PTO day to do nothing or tackle chores and appointments—a day off for no reason! We’re talking about how we all should make time off a priority for ourselves even if we’re not going on a full blown vacation and how to ask your boss for it. (Originally aired 9/20/19).</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>NYTimes: <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/newsletters/smarter-living" rel="nofollow">Smarter Living newsletter</a></li>
<li>Girls Night in Club: <a href="https://girlsnightinclub.com/posts/everything-you-need-to-know-about-taking-an-effective-staycation/" rel="nofollow">Everything You Need to Know to Take a Staycation ASAHP (As Soon As Humanly Possible)</a></li>
<li>NYTimes: <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2019/09/02/smarter-living/what-to-do-with-a-day-off.html" rel="nofollow">What to Do With a Day Off</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 133: Finding Your Identity Outside of Work</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/133</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">f8d45700-4126-4e69-970d-c77d49a2d3dd</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2020 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/f8d45700-4126-4e69-970d-c77d49a2d3dd.mp3" length="48326639" type="audio/mpeg"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Your career does not define you! We discuss how we show up in other areas of our life to feel fulfilled, how to recognize those roles, and give them room to breathe. (Originally aired 2/22/19).</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>49:06</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>Your career does not define you! We discuss how we show up in other areas of our life to feel fulfilled, how to recognize those roles, and give them room to breathe. (Originally aired 2/22/19).
Links in this episode:
* Zen Habits: The Zen Habits Guide to Spending Your Time Intentionally (https://zenhabits.net/intentionally/)
* Strengths Edge: UnlockIt Workshop (https://www.strengths-edge.com/)
* Entrepreneur: Science Knows You Need to Get a Life Outside of Work. This Is How You Do It. (https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/293500)
* The Cut: Your Job Can’t Be the Only Meaningful Thing in Your Life (https://www.thecut.com/article/how-to-find-meaning-outside-of-work.html)
* The Everygirl: 5 Reasons Why Your Career Does Not Define Your Identity (http://theeverygirl.com/5-reasons-why-your-career-does-not-define-your-identity/)
* Queen Speaking: How To Set Boundaries Without Feeling Guilty (https://www.queenspeaking.com/47) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>is your job your identity, how your job shapes your identity, work identity and self, work identity 3 main factors, does a job define a person, identity outside of work, your work is not your worth, how to find meaning outside of work, who am i when I’m not at work</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Your career does not define you! We discuss how we show up in other areas of our life to feel fulfilled, how to recognize those roles, and give them room to breathe. (Originally aired 2/22/19).</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Zen Habits: <a href="https://zenhabits.net/intentionally/" rel="nofollow">The Zen Habits Guide to Spending Your Time Intentionally</a></li>
<li>Strengths Edge: <a href="https://www.strengths-edge.com/" rel="nofollow">UnlockIt Workshop</a></li>
<li>Entrepreneur: <a href="https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/293500" rel="nofollow">Science Knows You Need to Get a Life Outside of Work. This Is How You Do It.</a></li>
<li>The Cut: <a href="https://www.thecut.com/article/how-to-find-meaning-outside-of-work.html" rel="nofollow">Your Job Can’t Be the Only Meaningful Thing in Your Life</a></li>
<li>The Everygirl: <a href="http://theeverygirl.com/5-reasons-why-your-career-does-not-define-your-identity/" rel="nofollow">5 Reasons Why Your Career Does Not Define Your Identity</a></li>
<li>Queen Speaking: <a href="https://www.queenspeaking.com/47" rel="nofollow">How To Set Boundaries Without Feeling Guilty</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Your career does not define you! We discuss how we show up in other areas of our life to feel fulfilled, how to recognize those roles, and give them room to breathe. (Originally aired 2/22/19).</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Zen Habits: <a href="https://zenhabits.net/intentionally/" rel="nofollow">The Zen Habits Guide to Spending Your Time Intentionally</a></li>
<li>Strengths Edge: <a href="https://www.strengths-edge.com/" rel="nofollow">UnlockIt Workshop</a></li>
<li>Entrepreneur: <a href="https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/293500" rel="nofollow">Science Knows You Need to Get a Life Outside of Work. This Is How You Do It.</a></li>
<li>The Cut: <a href="https://www.thecut.com/article/how-to-find-meaning-outside-of-work.html" rel="nofollow">Your Job Can’t Be the Only Meaningful Thing in Your Life</a></li>
<li>The Everygirl: <a href="http://theeverygirl.com/5-reasons-why-your-career-does-not-define-your-identity/" rel="nofollow">5 Reasons Why Your Career Does Not Define Your Identity</a></li>
<li>Queen Speaking: <a href="https://www.queenspeaking.com/47" rel="nofollow">How To Set Boundaries Without Feeling Guilty</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 132: Do You Know Your Top Five Strengths?</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/132</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">447aa154-e322-471c-adfa-511e6bb1f85a</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2020 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/447aa154-e322-471c-adfa-511e6bb1f85a.mp3" length="52655990" type="audio/mpeg"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Learn how to tap into your natural talents as you pursue your own career development. We share our experience taking the Gallup CliftonStrengths assessment, our top five strengths, and how they show up for us in the work we do. (Originally aired 11/9/18).</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>53:36</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>Learn how to tap into your natural talents as you pursue your own career development. We share our experience taking the Gallup CliftonStrengths assessment, our top five strengths, and how they show up for us in the work we do. (Originally aired 11/9/18).
Links in this episode:
* Netflix: Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj (https://www.netflix.com/title/80239931)
* Gallup: CliftonStrengths (https://www.gallupstrengthscenter.com/)
* StrengthsFinder 2.0 by Tom Rath (https://amzn.to/2DmW4Wf)
* CliftonStrengths Theme Domains (https://www.gallupstrengthscenter.com/home/en-us/cliftonstrengths-themes-domains)
* Strengths-Edge Coaching (https://www.strengths-edge.com/) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Gallup StrengthsFinder, Strengths, career development, StrengthsFinder and hr development, strengthsfinder and the classroom, strengthsfinder coaching, cliftonStrengths coaching, gallup cliftonstrengths, 34 CliftonStrengths, cliftonStrengths workshop, cliftonStrengths hr training, cliftonStrengths team development, what are my strengths, how do I find my strengths, strengths coaching, business coaching</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Learn how to tap into your natural talents as you pursue your own career development. We share our experience taking the Gallup CliftonStrengths assessment, our top five strengths, and how they show up for us in the work we do. (Originally aired 11/9/18).</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Netflix: <a href="https://www.netflix.com/title/80239931" rel="nofollow">Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj</a></li>
<li>Gallup: <a href="https://www.gallupstrengthscenter.com/" rel="nofollow">CliftonStrengths</a></li>
<li><a href="https://amzn.to/2DmW4Wf" rel="nofollow">StrengthsFinder 2.0 by Tom Rath</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.gallupstrengthscenter.com/home/en-us/cliftonstrengths-themes-domains" rel="nofollow">CliftonStrengths Theme Domains</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.strengths-edge.com/" rel="nofollow">Strengths-Edge Coaching</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Learn how to tap into your natural talents as you pursue your own career development. We share our experience taking the Gallup CliftonStrengths assessment, our top five strengths, and how they show up for us in the work we do. (Originally aired 11/9/18).</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Netflix: <a href="https://www.netflix.com/title/80239931" rel="nofollow">Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj</a></li>
<li>Gallup: <a href="https://www.gallupstrengthscenter.com/" rel="nofollow">CliftonStrengths</a></li>
<li><a href="https://amzn.to/2DmW4Wf" rel="nofollow">StrengthsFinder 2.0 by Tom Rath</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.gallupstrengthscenter.com/home/en-us/cliftonstrengths-themes-domains" rel="nofollow">CliftonStrengths Theme Domains</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.strengths-edge.com/" rel="nofollow">Strengths-Edge Coaching</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 114: Support In Uncertain Times</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/114</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">22c9df34-994b-4562-8f5b-1bd164409d61</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2020 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/22c9df34-994b-4562-8f5b-1bd164409d61.mp3" length="39974788" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>There’s a lot going on for everyone right now — uncertainty with work, how we live, how we connect, and how we take care of ourselves. With a lot of things up in the air, we wanted to talk about how we can take extra steps to take care of ourselves mentally and physically when we’re inundated with unsettling news about the effects of COVID-19.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>41:38</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>There’s a lot going on for everyone right now — uncertainty with work, how we live, how we connect, and how we take care of ourselves. With a lot of things up in the air, we wanted to talk about how we can take extra steps to take care of ourselves mentally and physically when we’re inundated with unsettling news about the effects of COVID-19.  
Links in this episode:
* Kinetix (https://www.kinetix585.com/)
* Nike Training Club (https://www.nike.com/ntc-app)
* GMA Keep calm and wash your hands: 5 tips for managing stress around coronavirus (https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/wellness/story/keep-calm-wash-hands-tips-managing-stress-coronavirus-69482702)
* Bon Appetit: Say You’re Stuck at Home for Two Weeks… (https://www.bonappetit.com/story/prepare-home-coronavirus)
* Zen Habits: Dealing with the Immense Uncertainty of the World (https://zenhabits.net/immense-uncertainty/)
* Information is Beautiful on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/p/B97D8Riho8M/)
* No Kid Hungry (https://www.nokidhungry.org/) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Support in uncertain times, how to, giving back, managing anxiety, support local, covid-19 and anxiety, anxious thinking about covid-19, uncertainty at work, uncertainty with our living environment, uncertainty and covid-19, taking care of yourself in uncertain times, dealing with uncertainty of the world and zen habits, anxiety and exercise, mentally caring for yourself, physically caring for yourself, supporting local businesses during the quarantine, how to support local businesses with covid-19 outbreak, how to support local, supporting local businesses, giving back, tips to giving back during the quarantine</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>There’s a lot going on for everyone right now — uncertainty with work, how we live, how we connect, and how we take care of ourselves. With a lot of things up in the air, we wanted to talk about how we can take extra steps to take care of ourselves mentally and physically when we’re inundated with unsettling news about the effects of COVID-19.  </p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.kinetix585.com/" rel="nofollow">Kinetix</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nike.com/ntc-app" rel="nofollow">Nike Training Club</a></li>
<li>GMA Keep calm and wash your hands: <a href="https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/wellness/story/keep-calm-wash-hands-tips-managing-stress-coronavirus-69482702" rel="nofollow">5 tips for managing stress around coronavirus</a></li>
<li>Bon Appetit: <a href="https://www.bonappetit.com/story/prepare-home-coronavirus" rel="nofollow">Say You’re Stuck at Home for Two Weeks…</a></li>
<li>Zen Habits: <a href="https://zenhabits.net/immense-uncertainty/" rel="nofollow">Dealing with the Immense Uncertainty of the World</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/B97D8Riho8M/" rel="nofollow">Information is Beautiful on Instagram</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nokidhungry.org/" rel="nofollow">No Kid Hungry</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>There’s a lot going on for everyone right now — uncertainty with work, how we live, how we connect, and how we take care of ourselves. With a lot of things up in the air, we wanted to talk about how we can take extra steps to take care of ourselves mentally and physically when we’re inundated with unsettling news about the effects of COVID-19.  </p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.kinetix585.com/" rel="nofollow">Kinetix</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nike.com/ntc-app" rel="nofollow">Nike Training Club</a></li>
<li>GMA Keep calm and wash your hands: <a href="https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/wellness/story/keep-calm-wash-hands-tips-managing-stress-coronavirus-69482702" rel="nofollow">5 tips for managing stress around coronavirus</a></li>
<li>Bon Appetit: <a href="https://www.bonappetit.com/story/prepare-home-coronavirus" rel="nofollow">Say You’re Stuck at Home for Two Weeks…</a></li>
<li>Zen Habits: <a href="https://zenhabits.net/immense-uncertainty/" rel="nofollow">Dealing with the Immense Uncertainty of the World</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/B97D8Riho8M/" rel="nofollow">Information is Beautiful on Instagram</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nokidhungry.org/" rel="nofollow">No Kid Hungry</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 108: Our New Take On Mentorship</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/108</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">d8754e1f-ef03-4383-a489-7dd60c02d09a</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 21 Feb 2020 04:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/d8754e1f-ef03-4383-a489-7dd60c02d09a.mp3" length="30249714" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Today, we’re revisiting mentorship after reading a recent Quartzy newsletter. We’ve both experienced a fair amount of changes since 2018, so we thought it was time to look at what’s changed since that first conversation, and how we approach this still hard-to-identify challenge to find, be, and have a mentor.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>31:30</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>Today, we’re revisiting mentorship after reading a recent Quartzy newsletter. We’ve both experienced a fair amount of changes since 2018, so we thought it was time to look at what’s changed since that first conversation, and how we approach this still hard-to-identify challenge to find, be, and have a mentor.
Links in this episode:
* Vote Save America (https://votesaveamerica.com/)
* Quartzy the newsletter (https://qz.com/re/quartzy-the-newsletter/) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Mentorship, community, networking, friendship, how to, 2020 election, vote save America, quartzy newsletter, quartzy mentorship, mentors, mentors who teach and support, mentors and career growth, mentorship and networking, mentors in your network, finding mentors in your network, make mentorship easy, how to find a mentor, what can a mentor teach you, how we foster relationships with the people around us, ask good questions, learn by asking questions, goal setting with mentors, informal mentorship, how mentorship and friendship blend together, where mentorship meets friendship</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Today, we’re revisiting mentorship after reading a recent Quartzy newsletter. We’ve both experienced a fair amount of changes since 2018, so we thought it was time to look at what’s changed since that first conversation, and how we approach this still hard-to-identify challenge to find, be, and have a mentor.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://votesaveamerica.com/" rel="nofollow">Vote Save America</a></li>
<li><a href="https://qz.com/re/quartzy-the-newsletter/" rel="nofollow">Quartzy the newsletter</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Today, we’re revisiting mentorship after reading a recent Quartzy newsletter. We’ve both experienced a fair amount of changes since 2018, so we thought it was time to look at what’s changed since that first conversation, and how we approach this still hard-to-identify challenge to find, be, and have a mentor.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://votesaveamerica.com/" rel="nofollow">Vote Save America</a></li>
<li><a href="https://qz.com/re/quartzy-the-newsletter/" rel="nofollow">Quartzy the newsletter</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 106: Why You Need A Personal “User Manual”</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/106</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">862404f0-dfda-4ffa-81f7-9ca91de3d1c0</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 07 Feb 2020 04:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/862404f0-dfda-4ffa-81f7-9ca91de3d1c0.mp3" length="37216258" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Adam Grant, an organizational psychologist and author, has talked about the value of creating a personal user manual to communicate your work style to your manager or your teammates. We loved this idea and wanted to dig into why it makes sense, what to include, and how to present it to your teammates.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>38:45</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>Adam Grant, an organizational psychologist and author, has talked about the value of creating a personal user manual to communicate your work style to your manager or your teammates. We loved this idea and wanted to dig into why it makes sense, what to include, and how to present it to your teammates.
Links in this episode:
* Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard: Adam Grant (episode 163) (https://armchairexpertpod.com/pods/adam-grant)
* Harvard Business Review: To Achieve Big Goals, Start with Small Habits (https://hbr.org/2020/01/to-achieve-big-goals-start-with-small-habits)
* Queen Speaking Personal User Manual Worksheet (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ORmxQoPnPvW6wbKsBbHep8KcJNXqT1V0/view?usp=sharing) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Personal user manual, adam grant, communication, professional development, how to create a personal user manual, how to create a personal user manual for work, communicating your workstyle to your manager, communicating your workstyle to your team, self reflection and professional development, new hire onboarding, onboarding new teammates, onboarding a new manager, getting comfortable with a new manager, defining your workstyle, how do you work best, when are you most productive, how to tell my manager I need a different work environment, work environment and productivity</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Adam Grant, an organizational psychologist and author, has talked about the value of creating a personal user manual to communicate your work style to your manager or your teammates. We loved this idea and wanted to dig into why it makes sense, what to include, and how to present it to your teammates.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard: <a href="https://armchairexpertpod.com/pods/adam-grant" rel="nofollow">Adam Grant (episode 163)</a></li>
<li>Harvard Business Review: <a href="https://hbr.org/2020/01/to-achieve-big-goals-start-with-small-habits" rel="nofollow">To Achieve Big Goals, Start with Small Habits</a></li>
<li><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ORmxQoPnPvW6wbKsBbHep8KcJNXqT1V0/view?usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">Queen Speaking Personal User Manual Worksheet</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Adam Grant, an organizational psychologist and author, has talked about the value of creating a personal user manual to communicate your work style to your manager or your teammates. We loved this idea and wanted to dig into why it makes sense, what to include, and how to present it to your teammates.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard: <a href="https://armchairexpertpod.com/pods/adam-grant" rel="nofollow">Adam Grant (episode 163)</a></li>
<li>Harvard Business Review: <a href="https://hbr.org/2020/01/to-achieve-big-goals-start-with-small-habits" rel="nofollow">To Achieve Big Goals, Start with Small Habits</a></li>
<li><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ORmxQoPnPvW6wbKsBbHep8KcJNXqT1V0/view?usp=sharing" rel="nofollow">Queen Speaking Personal User Manual Worksheet</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 105: Getting Comfortable with Imperfection</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/105</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">5275987c-8881-40f8-ace2-67cc7d753e22</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2020 04:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/5275987c-8881-40f8-ace2-67cc7d753e22.mp3" length="30154419" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>We wanted to dig into exploring how to break the perfection streak and aim for what NYTimes Smarter Living has referred to as a “Mostly Fine Decision.” Let’s get comfortable with mini mistakes and failures, which surprisingly helps us to be more successful in the work we do.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>31:24</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>We wanted to dig into exploring how to break the perfection streak and aim for what NYTimes Smarter Living has referred to as a “Mostly Fine Decision.” Let’s get comfortable with mini mistakes and failures, which surprisingly helps us to be more successful in the work we do.
Links in this episode:
* Ideas.TED.com: How you can use the power of celebration to make new habits stick (https://ideas.ted.com/how-you-can-use-the-power-of-celebration-to-make-new-habits-stick/)
* NY Times Smarter Living: It’s Never Going to Be Perfect, So Just Get It Done (https://www.nytimes.com/2019/07/07/smarter-living/its-never-going-to-be-perfect-so-just-get-it-done.html) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Mostly fine decision, NY Times Smarter Living, NY Times Smarter Living and perfection, NY Times Smarter Living: It’s Never Going to Be Perfect, So Just Get It Done, perfection, imposter syndrome, getting over perfection, building confidence, building self esteem, getting comfortable with mistakes, getting comfortable with failure, working to produce quality work, quality and complete work vs. perfect work, getting comfortable with communicating change</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>We wanted to dig into exploring how to break the perfection streak and aim for what NYTimes Smarter Living has referred to as a “Mostly Fine Decision.” Let’s get comfortable with mini mistakes and failures, which surprisingly helps us to be more successful in the work we do.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Ideas.TED.com: <a href="https://ideas.ted.com/how-you-can-use-the-power-of-celebration-to-make-new-habits-stick/" rel="nofollow">How you can use the power of celebration to make new habits stick</a></li>
<li>NY Times Smarter Living: <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2019/07/07/smarter-living/its-never-going-to-be-perfect-so-just-get-it-done.html" rel="nofollow">It’s Never Going to Be Perfect, So Just Get It Done</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>We wanted to dig into exploring how to break the perfection streak and aim for what NYTimes Smarter Living has referred to as a “Mostly Fine Decision.” Let’s get comfortable with mini mistakes and failures, which surprisingly helps us to be more successful in the work we do.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Ideas.TED.com: <a href="https://ideas.ted.com/how-you-can-use-the-power-of-celebration-to-make-new-habits-stick/" rel="nofollow">How you can use the power of celebration to make new habits stick</a></li>
<li>NY Times Smarter Living: <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2019/07/07/smarter-living/its-never-going-to-be-perfect-so-just-get-it-done.html" rel="nofollow">It’s Never Going to Be Perfect, So Just Get It Done</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 103: Where Do Your (Brand) Loyalties Lie?</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/103</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">5d0acf82-bbb5-42c0-997e-20057ec215ea</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 17 Jan 2020 04:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/5d0acf82-bbb5-42c0-997e-20057ec215ea.mp3" length="52790671" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Today, we’re getting into what makes us loyal to a brand, what we pay attention to, and the impact of marketing. We also shout out a few of our favorite brands, including some local love.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>54:59</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>Today, we’re getting into what makes us loyal to a brand, what we pay attention to, and the impact of marketing. We also shout out a few of our favorite brands, including some local love.
Links in this episode:
* Bob’s Red Mill (https://www.bobsredmill.com/)
* Nisolo (https://nisolo.com/)
* Patagonia (https://www.patagonia.com/home/)
* Warby Parker (https://www.warbyparker.com/)
* Cuyana (https://www.cuyana.com/)
* Bon Appetit (https://www.bonappetit.com/)
* Everlane (https://www.everlane.com/)
* Ole Henricksen (https://www.sephora.com/search?keyword=OLEHENRIKSEN)
* Nike Training Club (https://www.nike.com/us/en_us/c/nike-plus/training-app)
* Crooked Media (https://crooked.com/)
* Spotify (https://www.spotify.com/us/) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Brand loyalty, how to, marketing, local businesses, what makes someone loyal to a brand, why are you loyal to a brand, what is good marketing for brand loyalty, how do brands establish customer loyalty, customer service tips, what makes a great brand, local community, support local, shop local, give back to your community, bob’s red mill and employee owned, patagonia and national parks, supporting local brands, supporting brands for good business practices, good business practices that encourage brand loyalty, business practices and brand loyalty, marketing and brand loyalty, warby parker, bon appetit, everlane, ole henricksen, nike training club, crooked media, spotify</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Today, we’re getting into what makes us loyal to a brand, what we pay attention to, and the impact of marketing. We also shout out a few of our favorite brands, including some local love.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.bobsredmill.com/" rel="nofollow">Bob’s Red Mill</a></li>
<li><a href="https://nisolo.com/" rel="nofollow">Nisolo</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.patagonia.com/home/" rel="nofollow">Patagonia</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.warbyparker.com/" rel="nofollow">Warby Parker</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.cuyana.com/" rel="nofollow">Cuyana</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.bonappetit.com/" rel="nofollow">Bon Appetit</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.everlane.com/" rel="nofollow">Everlane</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.sephora.com/search?keyword=OLEHENRIKSEN" rel="nofollow">Ole Henricksen</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nike.com/us/en_us/c/nike-plus/training-app" rel="nofollow">Nike Training Club</a></li>
<li><a href="https://crooked.com/" rel="nofollow">Crooked Media</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.spotify.com/us/" rel="nofollow">Spotify</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Today, we’re getting into what makes us loyal to a brand, what we pay attention to, and the impact of marketing. We also shout out a few of our favorite brands, including some local love.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.bobsredmill.com/" rel="nofollow">Bob’s Red Mill</a></li>
<li><a href="https://nisolo.com/" rel="nofollow">Nisolo</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.patagonia.com/home/" rel="nofollow">Patagonia</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.warbyparker.com/" rel="nofollow">Warby Parker</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.cuyana.com/" rel="nofollow">Cuyana</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.bonappetit.com/" rel="nofollow">Bon Appetit</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.everlane.com/" rel="nofollow">Everlane</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.sephora.com/search?keyword=OLEHENRIKSEN" rel="nofollow">Ole Henricksen</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.nike.com/us/en_us/c/nike-plus/training-app" rel="nofollow">Nike Training Club</a></li>
<li><a href="https://crooked.com/" rel="nofollow">Crooked Media</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.spotify.com/us/" rel="nofollow">Spotify</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 99: Communicating Household Roles With Your Partner</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/99</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">7ac40986-7059-4b02-9ad5-da122c8fee0b</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 13 Dec 2019 04:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/7ac40986-7059-4b02-9ad5-da122c8fee0b.mp3" length="40236013" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>We’re talking about what it takes to fairly split roles and responsibilities in our households, how to communicate effectively and divide the work with your partner.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>41:54</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>We’re talking about what it takes to fairly split roles and responsibilities in our households, how to communicate effectively and divide the work with your partner.
Links in this episode:
* Fair Play: A Game-Changing Solution for When You Have Too Much to Do (and More Life to Live) by Eve Rodsky (https://www.amazon.com/Fair-Play-Game-Changing-Solution-When/dp/0525541934)
* The New York Times: How Same-Sex Couples Divide Chores, and What It Reveals About Modern Parenting (https://www.nytimes.com/2018/05/16/upshot/same-sex-couples-divide-chores-much-more-evenly-until-they-become-parents.html) 
* Culture Amp’s People Geekly newsletter (https://hello.cultureamp.com/subscribe-to-the-people-geekly) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Communicating with your partner, household roles, fair play, how to, eve rodsky and fair play, how to communicate with your partner about splitting responsibilities, splitting responsibilities, household chores as an adult, how to split household responsibilities, how to split household chores, how society is shifting to more men taking on household responsibilities, how to talk to your partner about splitting roles, i feel statements, how to split roles, how to talk to your partner, how to communicate with your partner, how to avoid getting defensive in relationship conversations, discussing household responsibilities with your partner, discussing household responsibilities, how to have hard conversations, how to have hard conversations in a relationship, do women do too much, do women take too much on, do women take too much on at home, building trust with your partner</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>We’re talking about what it takes to fairly split roles and responsibilities in our households, how to communicate effectively and divide the work with your partner.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Fair-Play-Game-Changing-Solution-When/dp/0525541934" rel="nofollow">Fair Play: A Game-Changing Solution for When You Have Too Much to Do (and More Life to Live) by Eve Rodsky</a></li>
<li>The New York Times: <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2018/05/16/upshot/same-sex-couples-divide-chores-much-more-evenly-until-they-become-parents.html" rel="nofollow">How Same-Sex Couples Divide Chores, and What It Reveals About Modern Parenting</a> </li>
<li><a href="https://hello.cultureamp.com/subscribe-to-the-people-geekly" rel="nofollow">Culture Amp’s People Geekly newsletter</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>We’re talking about what it takes to fairly split roles and responsibilities in our households, how to communicate effectively and divide the work with your partner.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Fair-Play-Game-Changing-Solution-When/dp/0525541934" rel="nofollow">Fair Play: A Game-Changing Solution for When You Have Too Much to Do (and More Life to Live) by Eve Rodsky</a></li>
<li>The New York Times: <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2018/05/16/upshot/same-sex-couples-divide-chores-much-more-evenly-until-they-become-parents.html" rel="nofollow">How Same-Sex Couples Divide Chores, and What It Reveals About Modern Parenting</a> </li>
<li><a href="https://hello.cultureamp.com/subscribe-to-the-people-geekly" rel="nofollow">Culture Amp’s People Geekly newsletter</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 97: Holiday Season Survival Tips</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/97</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">19c340ea-8308-4919-ae3d-7502e6085373</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 29 Nov 2019 04:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/19c340ea-8308-4919-ae3d-7502e6085373.mp3" length="33554935" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>As we prepare for the holidays, we’re sharing our favorite holiday season hacks to make party attending and hosting so simple and stress free.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>34:56</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>As we prepare for the holidays, we’re sharing our favorite holiday season hacks to make party attending and hosting so simple and stress free.
Links in this episode:
* Modern Love on Amazon Prime (https://www.amazon.com/Modern-Love-Season-1/dp/B07VNF5351)
* Half Baked Harvest: French Onion Potato Soup (https://www.halfbakedharvest.com/french-onion-potato-soup/)
* Fine Cooking: Classic Tomato Soup (https://www.finecooking.com/recipe/classic-tomato-soup)
* Skinnytaste: Turkey Pumpkin White Bean Chili (https://www.skinnytaste.com/crockpot-turkey-white-bean-pumpkin/) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Holiday party survival tips, how to, holiday party hacks, cooking, holiday season prep, prepping for the holiday season, how to make holiday party prep easy, simplify holiday party prep, best appetizers to bring to a party, holiday party appetizers, holiday party planning, holiday stress, how to take the stress out of the holidays, find joy in the holiday season, bring joy to the holiday season, semi-homemade eats, semi-homemade recipes, pre-made appetizers for the holidays, hostess gift tips, favorite recipes</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>As we prepare for the holidays, we’re sharing our favorite holiday season hacks to make party attending and hosting so simple and stress free.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Modern-Love-Season-1/dp/B07VNF5351" rel="nofollow">Modern Love on Amazon Prime</a></li>
<li>Half Baked Harvest: <a href="https://www.halfbakedharvest.com/french-onion-potato-soup/" rel="nofollow">French Onion Potato Soup</a></li>
<li>Fine Cooking: <a href="https://www.finecooking.com/recipe/classic-tomato-soup" rel="nofollow">Classic Tomato Soup</a></li>
<li>Skinnytaste: <a href="https://www.skinnytaste.com/crockpot-turkey-white-bean-pumpkin/" rel="nofollow">Turkey Pumpkin White Bean Chili</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>As we prepare for the holidays, we’re sharing our favorite holiday season hacks to make party attending and hosting so simple and stress free.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Modern-Love-Season-1/dp/B07VNF5351" rel="nofollow">Modern Love on Amazon Prime</a></li>
<li>Half Baked Harvest: <a href="https://www.halfbakedharvest.com/french-onion-potato-soup/" rel="nofollow">French Onion Potato Soup</a></li>
<li>Fine Cooking: <a href="https://www.finecooking.com/recipe/classic-tomato-soup" rel="nofollow">Classic Tomato Soup</a></li>
<li>Skinnytaste: <a href="https://www.skinnytaste.com/crockpot-turkey-white-bean-pumpkin/" rel="nofollow">Turkey Pumpkin White Bean Chili</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 96: How Your Workspace Affects Your Productivity</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/96</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">ad308e5d-2cf4-437d-a218-529dae6324f9</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 22 Nov 2019 04:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/ad308e5d-2cf4-437d-a218-529dae6324f9.mp3" length="47464617" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>We’re talking about how small (or big) adjustments to our work environments can affect our productivity, the changes that make a difference, and how to ask for what you need. </itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>49:26</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>We’re talking about how small (or big) adjustments to our work environments can affect our productivity, the changes that make a difference, and how to ask for what you need. 
Links in this episode:
* Succession on HBO (https://www.hbo.com/succession)
* The Morning Show on Apple+ (https://tv.apple.com/us/show/the-morning-show/umc.cmc.25tn3v8ku4b39tr6ccgb8nl6m) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>How to be productive, how to get a productivity boost, adjust your environment to be more productive, how your environment affects your productivity, improve productivity, how to improve productivity, how your workspace affects your productivity, changes to your workspace, how to ask for a standing desk, how to ask to work from home, working from home and productivity, working from a coffee shop and productivity, change of scenery and productivity, where do I work best, where do people work to be productive, where to go to be productive, how to ask for changes to your workspace, how does your environment affect your productivity, how does your environment impact your productivity</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>We’re talking about how small (or big) adjustments to our work environments can affect our productivity, the changes that make a difference, and how to ask for what you need. </p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.hbo.com/succession" rel="nofollow">Succession on HBO</a></li>
<li><a href="https://tv.apple.com/us/show/the-morning-show/umc.cmc.25tn3v8ku4b39tr6ccgb8nl6m" rel="nofollow">The Morning Show on Apple+</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>We’re talking about how small (or big) adjustments to our work environments can affect our productivity, the changes that make a difference, and how to ask for what you need. </p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.hbo.com/succession" rel="nofollow">Succession on HBO</a></li>
<li><a href="https://tv.apple.com/us/show/the-morning-show/umc.cmc.25tn3v8ku4b39tr6ccgb8nl6m" rel="nofollow">The Morning Show on Apple+</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 95: Why Do We Keep Saying Sorry?</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/95</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">86b75455-713b-49ce-b015-51e000a1dae0</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 15 Nov 2019 04:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/86b75455-713b-49ce-b015-51e000a1dae0.mp3" length="35076307" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>As women we have the tendency to over apologize. In this episode, we get into how to replace “I’m sorry” and only use it when necessary to be stronger communicators.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>36:32</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>As women we have the tendency to over apologize. In this episode, we get into how to replace “I’m sorry” and only use it when necessary to be stronger communicators.
Links in this episode:
* The Cut: How Do I Make Plans Without ‘Getting a Drink’? (https://www.thecut.com/2019/11/11-ways-to-make-friends-without-drinking-alcohol.html)
* Career Contessa: How to Stop Apologizing at Work (+ What to Say Instead) (https://www.careercontessa.com/advice/stop-apologizing/)
* Just Not Sorry — the Gmail Plug-in (https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/just-not-sorry-the-gmail/fmegmibednnlgojepmidhlhpjbppmlci) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Is my apology necessary, how to stop apologizing, how to stop apologizing at work, what to say instead of i’m sorry, replacing I’m sorry with thank you, say thank you instead, are you really sorry, when is an apology necessary, when to apologize, when not to apologize, how to be confident, stop apologizing and be more confident, stop apologizing and be a better speaker, am I over apologizing, what is over apologizing, just not sorry chrome extension, just not sorry chrome, just not sorry — the Gmail plug-in, the negative effects of apologizing too much, do i apologize too much</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>As women we have the tendency to over apologize. In this episode, we get into how to replace “I’m sorry” and only use it when necessary to be stronger communicators.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>The Cut: <a href="https://www.thecut.com/2019/11/11-ways-to-make-friends-without-drinking-alcohol.html" rel="nofollow">How Do I Make Plans Without ‘Getting a Drink’?</a></li>
<li>Career Contessa: <a href="https://www.careercontessa.com/advice/stop-apologizing/" rel="nofollow">How to Stop Apologizing at Work (+ What to Say Instead)</a></li>
<li><a href="https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/just-not-sorry-the-gmail/fmegmibednnlgojepmidhlhpjbppmlci" rel="nofollow">Just Not Sorry — the Gmail Plug-in</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>As women we have the tendency to over apologize. In this episode, we get into how to replace “I’m sorry” and only use it when necessary to be stronger communicators.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>The Cut: <a href="https://www.thecut.com/2019/11/11-ways-to-make-friends-without-drinking-alcohol.html" rel="nofollow">How Do I Make Plans Without ‘Getting a Drink’?</a></li>
<li>Career Contessa: <a href="https://www.careercontessa.com/advice/stop-apologizing/" rel="nofollow">How to Stop Apologizing at Work (+ What to Say Instead)</a></li>
<li><a href="https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/just-not-sorry-the-gmail/fmegmibednnlgojepmidhlhpjbppmlci" rel="nofollow">Just Not Sorry — the Gmail Plug-in</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 94: On Authenticity: To Be or Not?</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/94</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">c0c9258d-fff1-458a-bab9-e3b22cece4a0</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 08 Nov 2019 04:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/c0c9258d-fff1-458a-bab9-e3b22cece4a0.mp3" length="36883562" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>This episode is inspired by Man Repeller’s article on Bon Appétit’s test kitchen YouTube channel and Claire Saffitz’s success. Our conversation dives into what it means to be authentic, the value of authentic content on social media, removing fear, and connecting with people.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>38:24</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>This episode is inspired by Man Repeller’s article on Bon Appétit’s test kitchen YouTube channel and Claire Saffitz’s success. Our conversation dives into what it means to be authentic, the value of authentic content on social media, removing fear, and connecting with people.
Links in this episode:
* Roc Girl Gang on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/rocgirlgang/)
* Hypebooth on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/hypebooth/)
* Sir Rocha Says on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/sirrochasays/)
* Plann Instagram Scheduling Tool (https://www.plannthat.com/)
* Man Repeller: How Bon Appétit Became a YouTube Sensation—and Why Claire Saffitz Is the Perfect Star (https://www.manrepeller.com/2019/10/how-bon-appetit-became-a-youtube-sensation-and-why-claire-saffitz-is-the-perfect-star.html) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Authenticity, how to be authentic, what is authenticity, Man Repeller and How Bon Appétit Became a YouTube Sensation—and Why Claire Saffitz Is the Perfect Star, bon appetit and authentic content, bon appetit media, bon appetit creating authentic content, bon appetit youtube content, real talk and claire saffitz, bon appetit real talk, man repeller bon appetit behind the scenes, is authentic content the next thing in media, social media and authenticity, man repeller article recap, </itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>This episode is inspired by Man Repeller’s article on Bon Appétit’s test kitchen YouTube channel and Claire Saffitz’s success. Our conversation dives into what it means to be authentic, the value of authentic content on social media, removing fear, and connecting with people.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/rocgirlgang/" rel="nofollow">Roc Girl Gang on Instagram</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/hypebooth/" rel="nofollow">Hypebooth on Instagram</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/sirrochasays/" rel="nofollow">Sir Rocha Says on Instagram</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.plannthat.com/" rel="nofollow">Plann Instagram Scheduling Tool</a></li>
<li>Man Repeller: <a href="https://www.manrepeller.com/2019/10/how-bon-appetit-became-a-youtube-sensation-and-why-claire-saffitz-is-the-perfect-star.html" rel="nofollow">How Bon Appétit Became a YouTube Sensation—and Why Claire Saffitz Is the Perfect Star</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>This episode is inspired by Man Repeller’s article on Bon Appétit’s test kitchen YouTube channel and Claire Saffitz’s success. Our conversation dives into what it means to be authentic, the value of authentic content on social media, removing fear, and connecting with people.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/rocgirlgang/" rel="nofollow">Roc Girl Gang on Instagram</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/hypebooth/" rel="nofollow">Hypebooth on Instagram</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/sirrochasays/" rel="nofollow">Sir Rocha Says on Instagram</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.plannthat.com/" rel="nofollow">Plann Instagram Scheduling Tool</a></li>
<li>Man Repeller: <a href="https://www.manrepeller.com/2019/10/how-bon-appetit-became-a-youtube-sensation-and-why-claire-saffitz-is-the-perfect-star.html" rel="nofollow">How Bon Appétit Became a YouTube Sensation—and Why Claire Saffitz Is the Perfect Star</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 92: How To Stay Motivated</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/92</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">799491ad-9d01-492e-8c6a-88d03755c34f</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 25 Oct 2019 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/799491ad-9d01-492e-8c6a-88d03755c34f.mp3" length="39522975" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>We’re talking about the differences between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, and how we move between both depending on what we’re doing and where we are in our lives. Plus, tips to stay motivated and get re-motivated.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>41:09</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>We’re talking about the differences between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, and how we move between both depending on what we’re doing and where we are in our lives. Plus, tips to stay motivated and get re-motivated.
Links in this episode:
* Fortune’s raceAhead e-newsletter (https://cloud.newsletters.fortune.com/fortune/nloptin?utm_source=email&amp;amp;utm_medium=newsletter&amp;amp;utm_campaign=raceahead&amp;amp;utm_content=2019101119pm&amp;amp;nl=RACEAHEAD)
* Nick Wignall: 10 Psychological Tricks to Stay Motivated and Stick with Your Goals (https://nickwignall.com/stay-motivated/?ck_subscriber_id=458776291)
* Career Contessa: 13 Ways to Motivate Yourself at Work (https://www.careercontessa.com/advice/how-to-motivate-yourself/) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Motivation, how to get motivated, how to stay motivated, how to, intrinsic motivation, extrinsic motivation, motivation and breaking things into small chunks of work, nick wignall and motivation, career contessa and motivation, staying motivated at work, how to get remotivated at work, creative challenges and motivation, control over your actions and motivation, choice and motivation, charles duhigg motivation, charles duhigg smarter faster better, motivation and decision making, toggle between internal and external, big red x chain and staying motivated, tactics to stay motivated, tactics to get re-motivated, is intrinsic motivation better than extrinsic motivation</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>We’re talking about the differences between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, and how we move between both depending on what we’re doing and where we are in our lives. Plus, tips to stay motivated and get re-motivated.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://cloud.newsletters.fortune.com/fortune/nloptin?utm_source=email&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=raceahead&utm_content=2019101119pm&nl=RACEAHEAD" rel="nofollow">Fortune’s raceAhead e-newsletter</a></li>
<li>Nick Wignall: <a href="https://nickwignall.com/stay-motivated/?ck_subscriber_id=458776291" rel="nofollow">10 Psychological Tricks to Stay Motivated and Stick with Your Goals</a></li>
<li>Career Contessa: <a href="https://www.careercontessa.com/advice/how-to-motivate-yourself/" rel="nofollow">13 Ways to Motivate Yourself at Work</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>We’re talking about the differences between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, and how we move between both depending on what we’re doing and where we are in our lives. Plus, tips to stay motivated and get re-motivated.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://cloud.newsletters.fortune.com/fortune/nloptin?utm_source=email&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=raceahead&utm_content=2019101119pm&nl=RACEAHEAD" rel="nofollow">Fortune’s raceAhead e-newsletter</a></li>
<li>Nick Wignall: <a href="https://nickwignall.com/stay-motivated/?ck_subscriber_id=458776291" rel="nofollow">10 Psychological Tricks to Stay Motivated and Stick with Your Goals</a></li>
<li>Career Contessa: <a href="https://www.careercontessa.com/advice/how-to-motivate-yourself/" rel="nofollow">13 Ways to Motivate Yourself at Work</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 91: Take Your Public Speaking Skills With You Everywhere</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/91</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">fd7059c3-cb51-49f2-9a8b-74702fdf2f1b</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 18 Oct 2019 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/fd7059c3-cb51-49f2-9a8b-74702fdf2f1b.mp3" length="43231944" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>We’re talking about the different ways we use public speaking skills beyond the stage. Our skills can help us on phone and video calls, in one-on-one conversations, and when leading team or client meetings.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>45:01</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>We’re talking about the different ways we use public speaking skills beyond the stage. Our skills can help us on phone and video calls, in one-on-one conversations, and when leading team or client meetings.
Links in this episode:
* Episode 40: Preparing for a presentation (https://www.queenspeaking.com/40)
* Ethos3: 5 Shocking Public Speaking Statistics (https://www.ethos3.com/2018/03/5-shocking-public-speaking-statistics/)
* Ideas.TED.com: Tap into the power to persuade by using these 6 techniques of clear and compelling speech (https://ideas.ted.com/tap-into-the-power-to-persuade-by-using-these-6-techniques-of-clear-and-compelling-speech/) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Public speaking tips, how to, confidence, preparing for public speaking, using public speaking skills in other way, using public speaking skills in new ways, using public speaking skills offstage, where will I use public speaking skills, how can I improve public speaking, public speaking skills, public speaking how to, how to lead a team meeting, how to impress clients, prepare and practice public speaking, audience and public speaking, body language and public speaking, confidence and public speaking, how to channel nervous energy public speaking</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>We’re talking about the different ways we use public speaking skills beyond the stage. Our skills can help us on phone and video calls, in one-on-one conversations, and when leading team or client meetings.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Episode 40: <a href="https://www.queenspeaking.com/40" rel="nofollow">Preparing for a presentation</a></li>
<li>Ethos3: <a href="https://www.ethos3.com/2018/03/5-shocking-public-speaking-statistics/" rel="nofollow">5 Shocking Public Speaking Statistics</a></li>
<li>Ideas.TED.com: <a href="https://ideas.ted.com/tap-into-the-power-to-persuade-by-using-these-6-techniques-of-clear-and-compelling-speech/" rel="nofollow">Tap into the power to persuade by using these 6 techniques of clear and compelling speech</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>We’re talking about the different ways we use public speaking skills beyond the stage. Our skills can help us on phone and video calls, in one-on-one conversations, and when leading team or client meetings.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Episode 40: <a href="https://www.queenspeaking.com/40" rel="nofollow">Preparing for a presentation</a></li>
<li>Ethos3: <a href="https://www.ethos3.com/2018/03/5-shocking-public-speaking-statistics/" rel="nofollow">5 Shocking Public Speaking Statistics</a></li>
<li>Ideas.TED.com: <a href="https://ideas.ted.com/tap-into-the-power-to-persuade-by-using-these-6-techniques-of-clear-and-compelling-speech/" rel="nofollow">Tap into the power to persuade by using these 6 techniques of clear and compelling speech</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 90: Setting Boundaries With Anxious Friends</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/90</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">b9281f2e-5540-47c1-a691-5613b1773432</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 11 Oct 2019 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/b9281f2e-5540-47c1-a691-5613b1773432.mp3" length="34529616" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>We often talk about the anxiety we feel in different situations, and it’s always been helpful to know that we’re not alone in these feelings. In this episode, we’re exploring how we can talk about our anxiety and ask for support, while being aware of the boundaries that need to exist with the people we love and what that conversation might look like in the workplace too.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>35:57</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>We often talk about the anxiety we feel in different situations, and it’s always been helpful to know that we’re not alone in these feelings. In this episode, we’re exploring how we can talk about our anxiety and ask for support, while being aware of the boundaries that need to exist with the people we love and what that conversation might look like in the workplace too.
Links in this episode:
* Nylon: It’s OK to Set Boundaries with Your Anxious Friends (https://nylon.com/setting-boundaries-with-anxious-friends) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Boundaries, how to, anxiety, setting boundaries, setting boundaries with your anxious friends, how to set boundaries, how to set boundaries with your anxious friends, how to ask for support from your friends, anxiety and asking for support, communicating through anxiety, communicating to my boss about anxiety, how to talk to my boss about anxiety, nylon it’s ok to set boundaries with your anxious friends</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>We often talk about the anxiety we feel in different situations, and it’s always been helpful to know that we’re not alone in these feelings. In this episode, we’re exploring how we can talk about our anxiety and ask for support, while being aware of the boundaries that need to exist with the people we love and what that conversation might look like in the workplace too.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Nylon: <a href="https://nylon.com/setting-boundaries-with-anxious-friends" rel="nofollow">It’s OK to Set Boundaries with Your Anxious Friends</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>We often talk about the anxiety we feel in different situations, and it’s always been helpful to know that we’re not alone in these feelings. In this episode, we’re exploring how we can talk about our anxiety and ask for support, while being aware of the boundaries that need to exist with the people we love and what that conversation might look like in the workplace too.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Nylon: <a href="https://nylon.com/setting-boundaries-with-anxious-friends" rel="nofollow">It’s OK to Set Boundaries with Your Anxious Friends</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 88: Let’s Get Assertive</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/88</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">979cb22c-6ced-4dfe-9818-77f2a3a3a118</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 27 Sep 2019 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/979cb22c-6ced-4dfe-9818-77f2a3a3a118.mp3" length="34743611" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>We’re recapping a workshop we attended through Junior League of Rochester with Emilie Aries on assertive communication, how it differs from aggressive communication, and why it matters for women to communicate our intent.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>36:11</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>We’re recapping a workshop we attended through Junior League of Rochester with Emilie Aries on assertive communication, how it differs from aggressive communication, and why it matters for women to communicate our intent.
Links in this episode:
* Junior League of Rochester (http://www.jlroch.org/)
* Emilie Aries (https://www.emiliearies.com/)
* YouTube: The Power of No (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=epAlxzmYyAE)
* Bossed Up: A Grown Woman's Guide to Getting Your Sh-t Together by Emilie Aries (https://www.amazon.com/Bossed-Up-Womans-Getting-Together/dp/1541724208) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Bossed Up: A Grown Woman’s Guide to Getting your Sh*t Together, Emilie Aries, Bossed Up: A Grown Woman’s Guide to Getting your Sh*t Together and Emilie Aries, assertive communication, how to communicate assertively, assertive communication vs. aggressive communication, how to communicate effectively, how to communicate clearly, how to communicate directly, how to communicate intent, assertive vs. aggressive communication, women and communication, workplace communication, communication styles</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>We’re recapping a workshop we attended through Junior League of Rochester with Emilie Aries on assertive communication, how it differs from aggressive communication, and why it matters for women to communicate our intent.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.jlroch.org/" rel="nofollow">Junior League of Rochester</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.emiliearies.com/" rel="nofollow">Emilie Aries</a></li>
<li>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=epAlxzmYyAE" rel="nofollow">The Power of No</a></li>
<li>Bossed Up: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Bossed-Up-Womans-Getting-Together/dp/1541724208" rel="nofollow">A Grown Woman&#39;s Guide to Getting Your Sh-t Together by Emilie Aries</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>We’re recapping a workshop we attended through Junior League of Rochester with Emilie Aries on assertive communication, how it differs from aggressive communication, and why it matters for women to communicate our intent.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.jlroch.org/" rel="nofollow">Junior League of Rochester</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.emiliearies.com/" rel="nofollow">Emilie Aries</a></li>
<li>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=epAlxzmYyAE" rel="nofollow">The Power of No</a></li>
<li>Bossed Up: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Bossed-Up-Womans-Getting-Together/dp/1541724208" rel="nofollow">A Grown Woman&#39;s Guide to Getting Your Sh-t Together by Emilie Aries</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 87: You Deserve A Day Off</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/87</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">4276563f-f9e4-4954-a212-ad92a99e8026</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 20 Sep 2019 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/4276563f-f9e4-4954-a212-ad92a99e8026.mp3" length="36978857" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Not all days off are created equal. Sometimes we need to take a PTO day to do nothing or tackle chores and appointments—a day off for no reason! We’re talking about how we all should make time off a priority for ourselves even if we’re not going on a full blown vacation and how to ask your boss for it.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>38:30</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>Not all days off are created equal. Sometimes we need to take a PTO day to do nothing or tackle chores and appointments—a day off for no reason! We’re talking about how we all should make time off a priority for ourselves even if we’re not going on a full blown vacation and how to ask your boss for it.
Links in this episode:
* NYTimes: Smarter Living newsletter (https://www.nytimes.com/newsletters/smarter-living)
* Girls Night in Club: Everything You Need to Know to Take a Staycation ASAHP (As Soon As Humanly Possible) (https://girlsnightinclub.com/posts/everything-you-need-to-know-about-taking-an-effective-staycation/)
* NYTimes: What to Do With a Day Off (https://www.nytimes.com/2019/09/02/smarter-living/what-to-do-with-a-day-off.html) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Day off, take a break, vacation, how to, staycation, spa day, staycation spa day, do nothing staycation, use a vacation day to get finances in order, how to take a day off for me, how to ask for PTO, how to ask for a day off, how to ask my boss for a day off, pros and cons with unlimited vacation time, are there benefits to unlimited vacation time, how do I request vacation time when it’s unlimited, vacation day for no reason, take a vacation day to get chores done, take a vacation day for annual appointments, how to ask my boss for a day off, asking my boss for a day off, pto day, paid time off, using my paid time off, how do I use my paid time off</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Not all days off are created equal. Sometimes we need to take a PTO day to do nothing or tackle chores and appointments—a day off for no reason! We’re talking about how we all should make time off a priority for ourselves even if we’re not going on a full blown vacation and how to ask your boss for it.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>NYTimes: <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/newsletters/smarter-living" rel="nofollow">Smarter Living newsletter</a></li>
<li>Girls Night in Club: <a href="https://girlsnightinclub.com/posts/everything-you-need-to-know-about-taking-an-effective-staycation/" rel="nofollow">Everything You Need to Know to Take a Staycation ASAHP (As Soon As Humanly Possible)</a></li>
<li>NYTimes: <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2019/09/02/smarter-living/what-to-do-with-a-day-off.html" rel="nofollow">What to Do With a Day Off</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Not all days off are created equal. Sometimes we need to take a PTO day to do nothing or tackle chores and appointments—a day off for no reason! We’re talking about how we all should make time off a priority for ourselves even if we’re not going on a full blown vacation and how to ask your boss for it.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>NYTimes: <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/newsletters/smarter-living" rel="nofollow">Smarter Living newsletter</a></li>
<li>Girls Night in Club: <a href="https://girlsnightinclub.com/posts/everything-you-need-to-know-about-taking-an-effective-staycation/" rel="nofollow">Everything You Need to Know to Take a Staycation ASAHP (As Soon As Humanly Possible)</a></li>
<li>NYTimes: <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2019/09/02/smarter-living/what-to-do-with-a-day-off.html" rel="nofollow">What to Do With a Day Off</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 86: Why We’re Rethinking "Passion"</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/86</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">e5cb9c75-6700-48c6-8cae-5bb6263494de</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 13 Sep 2019 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/e5cb9c75-6700-48c6-8cae-5bb6263494de.mp3" length="28633048" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Simon Sinek has flipped the idea of passion on its head—it isn't something we find, it's something we experience. With that in mind, we want to dig into how we perceive passion and the impact that has on us.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>29:49</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>Simon Sinek has flipped the idea of passion on its head—it isn't something we find, it's something we experience. With that in mind, we want to dig into how we perceive passion in our lives and work and the impact that has on us.
Links in this episode:
* 23andMe (https://www.23andme.com/)
* Simon Sinek on passion (https://www.facebook.com/166356006498/posts/10157533878481499?s=628167493&amp;amp;v=e&amp;amp;sfns=mo) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Passion is an output, passion, visionaries, finding your vision, find your vision vs. have a vision, How Do You Find Your Passion? Simon sinek, simon sinek, simon sinek on passion, How Do You Find Your Passion?, Find what we believe in to experience passion, find what you believe in, how to find what you believe in, find what you believe in to experience passion, find your vision, adopt a vision, we’re not all visionaries, find what excites you in life</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Simon Sinek has flipped the idea of passion on its head—it isn&#39;t something we find, it&#39;s something we experience. With that in mind, we want to dig into how we perceive passion in our lives and work and the impact that has on us.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.23andme.com/" rel="nofollow">23andMe</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/166356006498/posts/10157533878481499?s=628167493&v=e&sfns=mo" rel="nofollow">Simon Sinek on passion</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Simon Sinek has flipped the idea of passion on its head—it isn&#39;t something we find, it&#39;s something we experience. With that in mind, we want to dig into how we perceive passion in our lives and work and the impact that has on us.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.23andme.com/" rel="nofollow">23andMe</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/166356006498/posts/10157533878481499?s=628167493&v=e&sfns=mo" rel="nofollow">Simon Sinek on passion</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 84: On Nominating Yourself</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/84</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">a4b77283-0f07-446e-b786-7689190f0ef8</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 30 Aug 2019 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/a4b77283-0f07-446e-b786-7689190f0ef8.mp3" length="38048832" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>This week, we’re channeling Gwendoline Christie who nominated herself for an Emmy and got it. We’re getting into why it’s confidence vs. narcissism when we self-nominate. From picking your moment to acknowledging your greatness, and asking what we can do to support ourselves or encourage the women around us to self-nominate. Think bigger and be bold!</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>39:37</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>This week, we’re channeling Gwendoline Christie who nominated herself for an Emmy and got it. We’re getting into why it’s confidence vs. narcissism when we self-nominate. From picking your moment to acknowledging your greatness, and asking what we can do to support ourselves or encourage the women around us to self-nominate. Think bigger and be bold!
Links in this episode:
* #FairFight2020 (https://fairfight.com/about-fair-fight/)
* Hulu: Fosse/Verdon (https://www.hulu.com/series/fosseverdon-151fed30-9719-4620-ac13-3aadbfc5be43)
* Vogue: Gwendoline Christie Nominated Herself for an Emmy After HBO Didn’t—And Then Got It (https://www.vogue.com/article/gwendoline-christie-nominated-herself-emmy-awards-game-of-thrones) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Practice makes progress, taking calculated risks, going for it, confidence builder, self nomination, gwendoline christie nominating herself for an Emmy, sir brienne of tarth hbo emmy, stepping up for yourself, standing up for yourself, defending yourself, how to promote yourself, asking for a promotion, preparing for a promotion, defending your work, defining your point of view, difference between confidence and narcissism, think bigger, flip the narrative on thinking big, how to be bold, betting on you, betting on yourself</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>This week, we’re channeling Gwendoline Christie who nominated herself for an Emmy and got it. We’re getting into why it’s confidence vs. narcissism when we self-nominate. From picking your moment to acknowledging your greatness, and asking what we can do to support ourselves or encourage the women around us to self-nominate. Think bigger and be bold!</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://fairfight.com/about-fair-fight/" rel="nofollow">#FairFight2020</a></li>
<li>Hulu: <a href="https://www.hulu.com/series/fosseverdon-151fed30-9719-4620-ac13-3aadbfc5be43" rel="nofollow">Fosse/Verdon</a></li>
<li>Vogue: <a href="https://www.vogue.com/article/gwendoline-christie-nominated-herself-emmy-awards-game-of-thrones" rel="nofollow">Gwendoline Christie Nominated Herself for an Emmy After HBO Didn’t—And Then Got It</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>This week, we’re channeling Gwendoline Christie who nominated herself for an Emmy and got it. We’re getting into why it’s confidence vs. narcissism when we self-nominate. From picking your moment to acknowledging your greatness, and asking what we can do to support ourselves or encourage the women around us to self-nominate. Think bigger and be bold!</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://fairfight.com/about-fair-fight/" rel="nofollow">#FairFight2020</a></li>
<li>Hulu: <a href="https://www.hulu.com/series/fosseverdon-151fed30-9719-4620-ac13-3aadbfc5be43" rel="nofollow">Fosse/Verdon</a></li>
<li>Vogue: <a href="https://www.vogue.com/article/gwendoline-christie-nominated-herself-emmy-awards-game-of-thrones" rel="nofollow">Gwendoline Christie Nominated Herself for an Emmy After HBO Didn’t—And Then Got It</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 83: Take The Stress Out Of Sunday</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/83</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">157b3a17-9749-42ad-a677-050d0cf467fe</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 23 Aug 2019 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/157b3a17-9749-42ad-a677-050d0cf467fe.mp3" length="40283660" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>When did Sunday become such a stressful day? We’re talking about how to do more with you Sunday (hint: spend less time on chores) by mentally preparing for the week ahead and finding ways to restructure our day to enjoy both weekend days to the fullest. Sunday Scaries be gone!</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>41:57</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>When did Sunday become such a stressful day? We’re talking about how to do more with you Sunday (hint: spend less time on chores) by mentally preparing for the week ahead and finding ways to restructure our day to enjoy both weekend days to the fullest. Sunday Scaries be gone!
Links in this episode:
* The Everygirl: 6 Easy Things to Do on Sunday That Will Improve Your Week (http://theeverygirl.com/6-things-to-do-on-sunday-that-will-make-your-week-easier)
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Sunday Scaries, relaxation, how to, take the stress out of Sunday, avoiding sunday scaries, how to avoid sunday scaries, sunday scaries and anxiety, make the most of the weekend, sunday time management, weekend time management, anxiety and sunday to dos, anxiety and sunday chores, how to do just enough, how to power putter, power putter and merlin mann, sunday routine, sunday meal prep, sunday no phone time, sunday chore time, sunday workouts</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>When did Sunday become such a stressful day? We’re talking about how to do more with you Sunday (hint: spend less time on chores) by mentally preparing for the week ahead and finding ways to restructure our day to enjoy both weekend days to the fullest. Sunday Scaries be gone!</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>The Everygirl: <a href="http://theeverygirl.com/6-things-to-do-on-sunday-that-will-make-your-week-easier" rel="nofollow">6 Easy Things to Do on Sunday That Will Improve Your Week</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>When did Sunday become such a stressful day? We’re talking about how to do more with you Sunday (hint: spend less time on chores) by mentally preparing for the week ahead and finding ways to restructure our day to enjoy both weekend days to the fullest. Sunday Scaries be gone!</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>The Everygirl: <a href="http://theeverygirl.com/6-things-to-do-on-sunday-that-will-make-your-week-easier" rel="nofollow">6 Easy Things to Do on Sunday That Will Improve Your Week</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 82: Are You Communicating What You Need?</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/82</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">d8af226d-c4a1-4590-aaaa-d9326f501c82</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 16 Aug 2019 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/d8af226d-c4a1-4590-aaaa-d9326f501c82.mp3" length="38809518" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>This episode is inspired by The Crane Wife, an essay from The Paris Review. We’re talking about needs — why they matter, defining them for ourselves, and how to communicate them, even when it’s hard. </itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>40:25</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>This episode is inspired by The Crane Wife, an essay from The Paris Review. We’re talking about needs — why they matter, defining them for ourselves, and how to communicate them, even when it’s hard. 
Links in this episode:
* FiveThirtyEight Podcasts (https://fivethirtyeight.com/tag/fivethirtyeight-podcasts/)
* KCRW's Left, Right &amp;amp; Center (https://www.npr.org/podcasts/381444881/k-c-r-w-s-left-right-center)
* Pinch of Yum: Thai Chicken Salad (https://pinchofyum.com/chopped-thai-chicken-salad)
* Bon Appetit: Ramen Noodles with Miso Pesto (https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/miso-pesto-with-ramen-noodles)
* The Paris Review: The Crane Wife (https://www.theparisreview.org/blog/2019/07/16/the-crane-wife/) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>The Crane Wife, The Crane Wife essay, The Crane Wife essay by CJ Hauser, The Crane Wife Paris Review, communicating our needs, women and communication, codependency, independence in relationships, values and relationships, needs and relationships, how do I communicate my needs to my partner, how do I communicate my needs at work, how do I communicate my needs, asking for help, setting boundaries, communicating expectations, women and diminishing our needs, why do women not speak up</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>This episode is inspired by The Crane Wife, an essay from The Paris Review. We’re talking about needs — why they matter, defining them for ourselves, and how to communicate them, even when it’s hard. </p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://fivethirtyeight.com/tag/fivethirtyeight-podcasts/" rel="nofollow">FiveThirtyEight Podcasts</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.npr.org/podcasts/381444881/k-c-r-w-s-left-right-center" rel="nofollow">KCRW&#39;s Left, Right &amp; Center</a></li>
<li>Pinch of Yum: <a href="https://pinchofyum.com/chopped-thai-chicken-salad" rel="nofollow">Thai Chicken Salad</a></li>
<li>Bon Appetit: <a href="https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/miso-pesto-with-ramen-noodles" rel="nofollow">Ramen Noodles with Miso Pesto</a></li>
<li>The Paris Review: <a href="https://www.theparisreview.org/blog/2019/07/16/the-crane-wife/" rel="nofollow">The Crane Wife</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>This episode is inspired by The Crane Wife, an essay from The Paris Review. We’re talking about needs — why they matter, defining them for ourselves, and how to communicate them, even when it’s hard. </p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://fivethirtyeight.com/tag/fivethirtyeight-podcasts/" rel="nofollow">FiveThirtyEight Podcasts</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.npr.org/podcasts/381444881/k-c-r-w-s-left-right-center" rel="nofollow">KCRW&#39;s Left, Right &amp; Center</a></li>
<li>Pinch of Yum: <a href="https://pinchofyum.com/chopped-thai-chicken-salad" rel="nofollow">Thai Chicken Salad</a></li>
<li>Bon Appetit: <a href="https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/miso-pesto-with-ramen-noodles" rel="nofollow">Ramen Noodles with Miso Pesto</a></li>
<li>The Paris Review: <a href="https://www.theparisreview.org/blog/2019/07/16/the-crane-wife/" rel="nofollow">The Crane Wife</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 81: You Need A Break</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/81</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">c3e62d20-5d06-4990-b31e-c4b417714ec6</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 09 Aug 2019 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/c3e62d20-5d06-4990-b31e-c4b417714ec6.mp3" length="35005254" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Sometimes vacation is the break we need and other times all we want is a breather from the day-to-day. We’re talking about how taking a step back from it all can help us realign with what matters most. Let’s clear our plates so we can fill them back up with things that make us most happy.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>36:27</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>Sometimes vacation is the break we need and other times all we want is a breather from the day-to-day. We’re talking about how taking a step back from it all can help us realign with what matters most. Let’s clear our plates so we can fill them back up with things that make us most happy.
Links in this episode:
* Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng (https://www.amazon.com/Little-Fires-Everywhere-Celeste-Ng/dp/0735224293)
* Psychology Today: Find a Therapist (https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Vacation, burnout, taking a break, take a breather, take time off, personal sabbatical, drop everything, how to take things off your plate, align with your values, what are your core values, reflection, realign with your values, taking the pressure off yourself, relax, relaxation tips, personal time, taking a break for personal time</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Sometimes vacation is the break we need and other times all we want is a breather from the day-to-day. We’re talking about how taking a step back from it all can help us realign with what matters most. Let’s clear our plates so we can fill them back up with things that make us most happy.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Little-Fires-Everywhere-Celeste-Ng/dp/0735224293" rel="nofollow">Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng</a></li>
<li>Psychology Today: <a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists" rel="nofollow">Find a Therapist</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Sometimes vacation is the break we need and other times all we want is a breather from the day-to-day. We’re talking about how taking a step back from it all can help us realign with what matters most. Let’s clear our plates so we can fill them back up with things that make us most happy.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Little-Fires-Everywhere-Celeste-Ng/dp/0735224293" rel="nofollow">Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng</a></li>
<li>Psychology Today: <a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists" rel="nofollow">Find a Therapist</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 80: Women Inspiring #TeamQS: Reese Witherspoon</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/80</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">75a55e74-20cf-4695-a9b0-12a55288ee9c</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 02 Aug 2019 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/75a55e74-20cf-4695-a9b0-12a55288ee9c.mp3" length="29940424" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>In our latest Women Inspiring #TeamQS episode, we’re gushing about Reese Witherspoon—Big Little Lies, her media company, Hello Sunshine, the value of friendship, and why having a support system can help you conquer new and challenging work that makes a lasting impact.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>31:11</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>In our latest Women Inspiring #TeamQS episode, we’re gushing about Reese Witherspoon—Big Little Lies, her media company, Hello Sunshine, the value of friendship, and why having a support system can help you conquer new and challenging work that makes a lasting impact.
Links in this episode:
* Knix: Thigh Saver Short (https://knix.com/products/thigh-saver-short) 
* Man Repeller: 14 People on How They Actually Made New Friends as an Adult (https://www.manrepeller.com/2019/06/advice-adult-friendship.html)
* Inc.com: Even Brené Brown Gets Nervous at Public Speaking Engagements. Here Are Her 3 Tricks for Calming Nerves (https://www.inc.com/melanie-curtin/even-brene-brown-gets-nervous-at-public-speaking-engagements-here-are-her-3-tricks-for-calming-nerves.html)
* InStyle: Reese Witherspoon on How to Get What You Want (https://www.instyle.com/celebrity/reese-witherspoon-june-cover)
* Forbes: 5 Things I Learned From Reese Witherspoon's Company Hello Sunshine (https://www.forbes.com/sites/marybethferrante/2018/11/29/5-things-i-learned-from-reese-witherspoons-company-hello-sunshine/#63f15ed9760b)
* Cinema Blend: The 10 Best Reese Witherspoon Movies, Ranked (https://www.cinemablend.com/news/2474662/the-10-best-reese-witherspoon-movies-ranked)
* @ReeseWitherspoon on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/reesewitherspoon/?hl=en) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Women inspiring #teamqs, reese witherspoon, how to, What can I learn from reese witherspoon, reese witherspoon and hello sunshine, hello sunshine, hello sunshine media company, best reese witherspoon movies, legally blonde and reese witherspoon, instyle and reese witherspoon, reese witherspoon on ambition, reese witherspoon ambition and humor, how to make friends as an adult, reese witherspoon and draper james, female-driven stories in film and tv, media companies telling female stories, big little lies and reese witherspoon, madeline big little lies</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>In our latest Women Inspiring #TeamQS episode, we’re gushing about Reese Witherspoon—Big Little Lies, her media company, Hello Sunshine, the value of friendship, and why having a support system can help you conquer new and challenging work that makes a lasting impact.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Knix: <a href="https://knix.com/products/thigh-saver-short" rel="nofollow">Thigh Saver Short</a> </li>
<li>Man Repeller: <a href="https://www.manrepeller.com/2019/06/advice-adult-friendship.html" rel="nofollow">14 People on How They <em>Actually</em> Made New Friends as an Adult</a></li>
<li>Inc.com: <a href="https://www.inc.com/melanie-curtin/even-brene-brown-gets-nervous-at-public-speaking-engagements-here-are-her-3-tricks-for-calming-nerves.html" rel="nofollow">Even Brené Brown Gets Nervous at Public Speaking Engagements. Here Are Her 3 Tricks for Calming Nerves</a></li>
<li>InStyle: <a href="https://www.instyle.com/celebrity/reese-witherspoon-june-cover" rel="nofollow">Reese Witherspoon on How to Get What You Want</a></li>
<li>Forbes: <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/marybethferrante/2018/11/29/5-things-i-learned-from-reese-witherspoons-company-hello-sunshine/#63f15ed9760b" rel="nofollow">5 Things I Learned From Reese Witherspoon&#39;s Company Hello Sunshine</a></li>
<li>Cinema Blend: <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/news/2474662/the-10-best-reese-witherspoon-movies-ranked" rel="nofollow">The 10 Best Reese Witherspoon Movies, Ranked</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reesewitherspoon/?hl=en" rel="nofollow">@ReeseWitherspoon on Instagram</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>In our latest Women Inspiring #TeamQS episode, we’re gushing about Reese Witherspoon—Big Little Lies, her media company, Hello Sunshine, the value of friendship, and why having a support system can help you conquer new and challenging work that makes a lasting impact.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Knix: <a href="https://knix.com/products/thigh-saver-short" rel="nofollow">Thigh Saver Short</a> </li>
<li>Man Repeller: <a href="https://www.manrepeller.com/2019/06/advice-adult-friendship.html" rel="nofollow">14 People on How They <em>Actually</em> Made New Friends as an Adult</a></li>
<li>Inc.com: <a href="https://www.inc.com/melanie-curtin/even-brene-brown-gets-nervous-at-public-speaking-engagements-here-are-her-3-tricks-for-calming-nerves.html" rel="nofollow">Even Brené Brown Gets Nervous at Public Speaking Engagements. Here Are Her 3 Tricks for Calming Nerves</a></li>
<li>InStyle: <a href="https://www.instyle.com/celebrity/reese-witherspoon-june-cover" rel="nofollow">Reese Witherspoon on How to Get What You Want</a></li>
<li>Forbes: <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/marybethferrante/2018/11/29/5-things-i-learned-from-reese-witherspoons-company-hello-sunshine/#63f15ed9760b" rel="nofollow">5 Things I Learned From Reese Witherspoon&#39;s Company Hello Sunshine</a></li>
<li>Cinema Blend: <a href="https://www.cinemablend.com/news/2474662/the-10-best-reese-witherspoon-movies-ranked" rel="nofollow">The 10 Best Reese Witherspoon Movies, Ranked</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/reesewitherspoon/?hl=en" rel="nofollow">@ReeseWitherspoon on Instagram</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 79: How To Find A Hobby</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/79</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">64fb9515-ef2f-47af-bbee-ae6adb73515a</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 26 Jul 2019 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/64fb9515-ef2f-47af-bbee-ae6adb73515a.mp3" length="67503714" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>We talk through why it’s good for your well-being to have a hobby and what questions to ask to find one that works for you. (Originally aired on 06/01/18).</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>1:09:04</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>We talk through why it’s good for your well-being to have a hobby and what questions to ask to find one that works for you. (Originally aired on 06/01/18).
Links in this episode:
- HubSpot Academy Courses &amp;amp; Certifications (https://academy.hubspot.com/courses)
- Queen Speaking Episode 7: Continuing Education (http://www.queenspeaking.com/7)
- Barnard College Commencement: Abby Wambach, Remarks as Delivered (https://barnard.edu/commencement/archives/2018/abby-wambach-remarks)
- A Plus: We'd take relationship advice from Will Smith (https://www.facebook.com/aplusapp/videos/1921514897919437/?hc_ref=ARTUbdOy1bGcNmHCUIiVoaFsJk0IELEI6zt7DcLI2qSp3uqpwkK3_YUHtal6zK-z1Gw)
- The Cut: Welcome to ‘Get a Hobby’ Week (https://www.thecut.com/2018/01/all-the-cuts-articles-on-hobbies-to-try-in-2018.html)
- The Cut: Not Everything Is A Side Hustle (https://www.thecut.com/2018/01/hobbies-dont-need-to-make-you-money.html)
- Bustle: How To Find A Hobby As An Adult (https://www.bustle.com/articles/119942-how-to-find-a-hobby-as-an-adult)
- The Everygirl: How to Find Your Passion as an Adult (and Why It’s So Important) (http://theeverygirl.com/how-to-find-your-passion-as-an-adult/)
- The Cut: Why Hobbies Make You Happy (https://www.thecut.com/2018/01/why-hobbies-make-you-happy.html) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>adult hobbies, finding a hobby, hobbies, how to find a hobby, finding a hobby as a adult, do I need a hobby, find your passion as an adult, how to find a hobby as an adult, what should I do in my free time, not everything is a side hustle, side hustle vs hobby, what's my hobby</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>We talk through why it’s good for your well-being to have a hobby and what questions to ask to find one that works for you. (Originally aired on 06/01/18).</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://academy.hubspot.com/courses" rel="nofollow">HubSpot Academy Courses &amp; Certifications</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.queenspeaking.com/7" rel="nofollow">Queen Speaking Episode 7: Continuing Education</a></li>
<li>Barnard College Commencement: <a href="https://barnard.edu/commencement/archives/2018/abby-wambach-remarks" rel="nofollow">Abby Wambach, Remarks as Delivered</a></li>
<li>A Plus: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/aplusapp/videos/1921514897919437/?hc_ref=ARTUbdOy1bGcNmHCUIiVoaFsJk0IELEI6zt7DcLI2qSp3uqpwkK3_YUHtal6zK-z1Gw" rel="nofollow">We&#39;d take relationship advice from Will Smith</a></li>
<li>The Cut: <a href="https://www.thecut.com/2018/01/all-the-cuts-articles-on-hobbies-to-try-in-2018.html" rel="nofollow">Welcome to ‘Get a Hobby’ Week</a></li>
<li>The Cut: <a href="https://www.thecut.com/2018/01/hobbies-dont-need-to-make-you-money.html" rel="nofollow">Not Everything Is A Side Hustle</a></li>
<li>Bustle: <a href="https://www.bustle.com/articles/119942-how-to-find-a-hobby-as-an-adult" rel="nofollow">How To Find A Hobby As An Adult</a></li>
<li>The Everygirl: <a href="http://theeverygirl.com/how-to-find-your-passion-as-an-adult/" rel="nofollow">How to Find Your Passion as an Adult (and Why It’s So Important)</a></li>
<li>The Cut: <a href="https://www.thecut.com/2018/01/why-hobbies-make-you-happy.html" rel="nofollow">Why Hobbies Make You Happy</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>We talk through why it’s good for your well-being to have a hobby and what questions to ask to find one that works for you. (Originally aired on 06/01/18).</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://academy.hubspot.com/courses" rel="nofollow">HubSpot Academy Courses &amp; Certifications</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.queenspeaking.com/7" rel="nofollow">Queen Speaking Episode 7: Continuing Education</a></li>
<li>Barnard College Commencement: <a href="https://barnard.edu/commencement/archives/2018/abby-wambach-remarks" rel="nofollow">Abby Wambach, Remarks as Delivered</a></li>
<li>A Plus: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/aplusapp/videos/1921514897919437/?hc_ref=ARTUbdOy1bGcNmHCUIiVoaFsJk0IELEI6zt7DcLI2qSp3uqpwkK3_YUHtal6zK-z1Gw" rel="nofollow">We&#39;d take relationship advice from Will Smith</a></li>
<li>The Cut: <a href="https://www.thecut.com/2018/01/all-the-cuts-articles-on-hobbies-to-try-in-2018.html" rel="nofollow">Welcome to ‘Get a Hobby’ Week</a></li>
<li>The Cut: <a href="https://www.thecut.com/2018/01/hobbies-dont-need-to-make-you-money.html" rel="nofollow">Not Everything Is A Side Hustle</a></li>
<li>Bustle: <a href="https://www.bustle.com/articles/119942-how-to-find-a-hobby-as-an-adult" rel="nofollow">How To Find A Hobby As An Adult</a></li>
<li>The Everygirl: <a href="http://theeverygirl.com/how-to-find-your-passion-as-an-adult/" rel="nofollow">How to Find Your Passion as an Adult (and Why It’s So Important)</a></li>
<li>The Cut: <a href="https://www.thecut.com/2018/01/why-hobbies-make-you-happy.html" rel="nofollow">Why Hobbies Make You Happy</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 78: How To Practice Active Listening</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/78</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">2382cf64-3a56-4c67-be2e-f25939a426f7</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 19 Jul 2019 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/2382cf64-3a56-4c67-be2e-f25939a426f7.mp3" length="60240119" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Good leaders listen well, pay attention, and ask relevant questions. We talk through the ways to improve your active listening skills to help you build strong relationships. (Originally aired on 04/20/18).</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>1:01:30</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>Good leaders listen well, pay attention, and ask relevant questions. We talk through the ways to improve your active listening skills to help you build strong relationships. (Originally aired on 04/20/18).
Links in this episode:
- Seth Godin: Effort in the face of near-certain rejection (http://sethgodin.typepad.com/seths_blog/2018/04/effort-in-the-face-of-near-certain-rejection.html) 
- Fast Company: How One Simple Change Can Make You A Better Listener (https://www.fastcompany.com/3042330/how-one-simple-change-can-make-you-a-better-listener)
- The Cut: How to Be an Excellent (or at Least Pretty Good) Listener (https://www.thecut.com/2017/12/how-to-be-a-better-listener.html) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>active listening, leadership, management tips, how to, how to practice active listening, why active listening will make you a better leader, will active listening help me in my job, be a better listener, active listening tips, how to active listen, how to be an excellent listener</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Good leaders listen well, pay attention, and ask relevant questions. We talk through the ways to improve your active listening skills to help you build strong relationships. (Originally aired on 04/20/18).</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Seth Godin: <a href="http://sethgodin.typepad.com/seths_blog/2018/04/effort-in-the-face-of-near-certain-rejection.html" rel="nofollow">Effort in the face of near-certain rejection</a> </li>
<li>Fast Company: <a href="https://www.fastcompany.com/3042330/how-one-simple-change-can-make-you-a-better-listener" rel="nofollow">How One Simple Change Can Make You A Better Listener</a></li>
<li>The Cut: <a href="https://www.thecut.com/2017/12/how-to-be-a-better-listener.html" rel="nofollow">How to Be an Excellent (or at Least Pretty Good) Listener</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Good leaders listen well, pay attention, and ask relevant questions. We talk through the ways to improve your active listening skills to help you build strong relationships. (Originally aired on 04/20/18).</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Seth Godin: <a href="http://sethgodin.typepad.com/seths_blog/2018/04/effort-in-the-face-of-near-certain-rejection.html" rel="nofollow">Effort in the face of near-certain rejection</a> </li>
<li>Fast Company: <a href="https://www.fastcompany.com/3042330/how-one-simple-change-can-make-you-a-better-listener" rel="nofollow">How One Simple Change Can Make You A Better Listener</a></li>
<li>The Cut: <a href="https://www.thecut.com/2017/12/how-to-be-a-better-listener.html" rel="nofollow">How to Be an Excellent (or at Least Pretty Good) Listener</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 77: Building A Capsule Wardrobe</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/77</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">d696c713-0a1f-4924-8bb2-36d989320439</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 12 Jul 2019 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/d696c713-0a1f-4924-8bb2-36d989320439.mp3" length="59377384" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>We walk through how to pare down to the essentials, mix and match, and build your capsule wardrobe. (Originally aired on 04/06/18).</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>1:00:36</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>We walk through how to pare down to the essentials, mix and match, and build your capsule wardrobe. (Originally aired on 04/06/18).
Links in this episode:
- Chrissy Rutherford on fear (https://www.instagram.com/p/Bg3fWixBT02/?hl=en&amp;amp;taken-by=chrissyford)
- Food &amp;amp; Wine: Red Wine BBQ Chicken (http://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/red-wine-bbq-chicken)
- Marie Kondo (http://konmari.com/)
- Unfancy: My Spring Capsule-ish Wardrobe (http://www.un-fancy.com/capsule-wardrobe-101/my-capsule-ish-wardrobe-spring-2017/)
- The Pastiche: Spring capsule wardrobe experiment (http://www.thepastiche.com/blog/2016-spring-capsule-wardrobe-experiment?rq=capsule%20wardrobe)
- Poshmark (https://poshmark.com/feed)
- Cladwell Capsule Wardrobe (https://cladwell.com/capsules/)
- Vetta Capsule Wardrobe (https://www.vettacapsule.com/) 
- Everlane (https://www.everlane.com/)
- Eileen Fisher (https://www.eileenfisher.com/women/collections/the-system)
- Who What Wear: The Capsule Wardrobe: How to Reduce Your Closet to 37 Pieces (http://www.whowhatwear.com/how-to-capsule-wardrobe)
- Rent the Runway (https://www.renttherunway.com/)
- Le Tote  (https://www.letote.com/)
- Stitch Fix (https://www.stitchfix.com/) 
- Miss Louie on YouTube: 12 pieces = 30 outfits (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PPxsrEPrHSY&amp;amp;t=38s) + Winter to Spring (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9YsCcEfr10k) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>capsule wardrobe, closet clean-out, marie kondo, mix and match, simplify, spring cleaning, how to put together a capsule wardrobe, building a capsule wardrobe, pare down to the essentials in your closet, closet basics, clothing basics, marie kondo my closet</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>We walk through how to pare down to the essentials, mix and match, and build your capsule wardrobe. (Originally aired on 04/06/18).</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Bg3fWixBT02/?hl=en&taken-by=chrissyford" rel="nofollow">Chrissy Rutherford on fear</a></li>
<li>Food &amp; Wine: <a href="http://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/red-wine-bbq-chicken" rel="nofollow">Red Wine BBQ Chicken</a></li>
<li><a href="http://konmari.com/" rel="nofollow">Marie Kondo</a></li>
<li>Unfancy: <a href="http://www.un-fancy.com/capsule-wardrobe-101/my-capsule-ish-wardrobe-spring-2017/" rel="nofollow">My Spring Capsule-ish Wardrobe</a></li>
<li>The Pastiche: <a href="http://www.thepastiche.com/blog/2016-spring-capsule-wardrobe-experiment?rq=capsule%20wardrobe" rel="nofollow">Spring capsule wardrobe experiment</a></li>
<li><a href="https://poshmark.com/feed" rel="nofollow">Poshmark</a></li>
<li><a href="https://cladwell.com/capsules/" rel="nofollow">Cladwell Capsule Wardrobe</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.vettacapsule.com/" rel="nofollow">Vetta Capsule Wardrobe</a> </li>
<li><a href="https://www.everlane.com/" rel="nofollow">Everlane</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.eileenfisher.com/women/collections/the-system" rel="nofollow">Eileen Fisher</a></li>
<li>Who What Wear: <a href="http://www.whowhatwear.com/how-to-capsule-wardrobe" rel="nofollow">The Capsule Wardrobe: How to Reduce Your Closet to 37 Pieces</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.renttherunway.com/" rel="nofollow">Rent the Runway</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.letote.com/" rel="nofollow">Le Tote </a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.stitchfix.com/" rel="nofollow">Stitch Fix</a> </li>
<li>Miss Louie on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PPxsrEPrHSY&t=38s" rel="nofollow">12 pieces = 30 outfits</a> + <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9YsCcEfr10k" rel="nofollow">Winter to Spring</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>We walk through how to pare down to the essentials, mix and match, and build your capsule wardrobe. (Originally aired on 04/06/18).</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Bg3fWixBT02/?hl=en&taken-by=chrissyford" rel="nofollow">Chrissy Rutherford on fear</a></li>
<li>Food &amp; Wine: <a href="http://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/red-wine-bbq-chicken" rel="nofollow">Red Wine BBQ Chicken</a></li>
<li><a href="http://konmari.com/" rel="nofollow">Marie Kondo</a></li>
<li>Unfancy: <a href="http://www.un-fancy.com/capsule-wardrobe-101/my-capsule-ish-wardrobe-spring-2017/" rel="nofollow">My Spring Capsule-ish Wardrobe</a></li>
<li>The Pastiche: <a href="http://www.thepastiche.com/blog/2016-spring-capsule-wardrobe-experiment?rq=capsule%20wardrobe" rel="nofollow">Spring capsule wardrobe experiment</a></li>
<li><a href="https://poshmark.com/feed" rel="nofollow">Poshmark</a></li>
<li><a href="https://cladwell.com/capsules/" rel="nofollow">Cladwell Capsule Wardrobe</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.vettacapsule.com/" rel="nofollow">Vetta Capsule Wardrobe</a> </li>
<li><a href="https://www.everlane.com/" rel="nofollow">Everlane</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.eileenfisher.com/women/collections/the-system" rel="nofollow">Eileen Fisher</a></li>
<li>Who What Wear: <a href="http://www.whowhatwear.com/how-to-capsule-wardrobe" rel="nofollow">The Capsule Wardrobe: How to Reduce Your Closet to 37 Pieces</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.renttherunway.com/" rel="nofollow">Rent the Runway</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.letote.com/" rel="nofollow">Le Tote </a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.stitchfix.com/" rel="nofollow">Stitch Fix</a> </li>
<li>Miss Louie on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PPxsrEPrHSY&t=38s" rel="nofollow">12 pieces = 30 outfits</a> + <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9YsCcEfr10k" rel="nofollow">Winter to Spring</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 76: Meal Prep Basics</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/76</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">27eb0588-41ea-4a34-9136-caa7dd80fee9</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 05 Jul 2019 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/27eb0588-41ea-4a34-9136-caa7dd80fee9.mp3" length="62790092" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>If you’re asking, “Where do I begin? I don’t have time or the resources to meal prep.” We uncover helpful resources and apps to get you started on your meal prep journey. (Originally aired on 03/16/18).</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>1:04:10</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>If you’re asking, “Where do I begin? I don’t have time or the resources to meal prep.” We uncover helpful resources and apps to get you started on your meal prep journey. (Originally aired on 03/16/18).
Links in this episode:
- Kayla Itsines: Meal Prep 101 (https://www.kaylaitsines.com/blogs/lifestyle/18903859-meal-prep-101-for-beginners)
- Amazon: 20 pack of reusable containers with compartments (https://amzn.to/2CJRD7E)
- MyDomaine: The Single Person's Guide to Cooking for One (http://www.mydomaine.com/cooking-for-one-tips/slide2)
- Food52 - newsletter mini series: Change The Way You Cook - Lessons in the Kitchen (https://food52.com/p/change-the-way-you-cook-lessons) 
- Chickpea Magazine: Weekly Meal Plan printable (https://chickpeamagazine.com/products/basic-meal-planner?variant=32621235716)
- Gimme Some Oven: Barbacoa recipe (https://www.gimmesomeoven.com/barbacoa-recipe/)
- Apps: Cozi (http://www.cozi.com/), Yummly (https://www.yummly.com/), AnyList (https://www.anylist.com/), PepperPlate (https://www.pepperplate.com/), Mealboard (http://www.mealboard.com/), Tone It Up Nutrition Plan (https://my.toneitup.com/pages/tone-it-up-nutrition-plan-kit) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>meal prep, meal prep apps, meal prep recipes, meal prep tips, recipes, how to meal prep, meal prep made easy, best way to meal prep, recipes to meal prep, meal prep resources, meal prep apps, meal prep recipes</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>If you’re asking, “Where do I begin? I don’t have time or the resources to meal prep.” We uncover helpful resources and apps to get you started on your meal prep journey. (Originally aired on 03/16/18).</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Kayla Itsines: <a href="https://www.kaylaitsines.com/blogs/lifestyle/18903859-meal-prep-101-for-beginners" rel="nofollow">Meal Prep 101</a></li>
<li>Amazon: <a href="https://amzn.to/2CJRD7E" rel="nofollow">20 pack of reusable containers with compartments</a></li>
<li>MyDomaine: <a href="http://www.mydomaine.com/cooking-for-one-tips/slide2" rel="nofollow">The Single Person&#39;s Guide to Cooking for One</a></li>
<li>Food52 - newsletter mini series: <a href="https://food52.com/p/change-the-way-you-cook-lessons" rel="nofollow">Change The Way You Cook - Lessons in the Kitchen</a> </li>
<li>Chickpea Magazine: <a href="https://chickpeamagazine.com/products/basic-meal-planner?variant=32621235716" rel="nofollow">Weekly Meal Plan printable</a></li>
<li>Gimme Some Oven: <a href="https://www.gimmesomeoven.com/barbacoa-recipe/" rel="nofollow">Barbacoa recipe</a></li>
<li>Apps: <a href="http://www.cozi.com/" rel="nofollow">Cozi</a>, <a href="https://www.yummly.com/" rel="nofollow">Yummly</a>, <a href="https://www.anylist.com/" rel="nofollow">AnyList</a>, <a href="https://www.pepperplate.com/" rel="nofollow">PepperPlate</a>, <a href="http://www.mealboard.com/" rel="nofollow">Mealboard</a>, <a href="https://my.toneitup.com/pages/tone-it-up-nutrition-plan-kit" rel="nofollow">Tone It Up Nutrition Plan</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>If you’re asking, “Where do I begin? I don’t have time or the resources to meal prep.” We uncover helpful resources and apps to get you started on your meal prep journey. (Originally aired on 03/16/18).</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Kayla Itsines: <a href="https://www.kaylaitsines.com/blogs/lifestyle/18903859-meal-prep-101-for-beginners" rel="nofollow">Meal Prep 101</a></li>
<li>Amazon: <a href="https://amzn.to/2CJRD7E" rel="nofollow">20 pack of reusable containers with compartments</a></li>
<li>MyDomaine: <a href="http://www.mydomaine.com/cooking-for-one-tips/slide2" rel="nofollow">The Single Person&#39;s Guide to Cooking for One</a></li>
<li>Food52 - newsletter mini series: <a href="https://food52.com/p/change-the-way-you-cook-lessons" rel="nofollow">Change The Way You Cook - Lessons in the Kitchen</a> </li>
<li>Chickpea Magazine: <a href="https://chickpeamagazine.com/products/basic-meal-planner?variant=32621235716" rel="nofollow">Weekly Meal Plan printable</a></li>
<li>Gimme Some Oven: <a href="https://www.gimmesomeoven.com/barbacoa-recipe/" rel="nofollow">Barbacoa recipe</a></li>
<li>Apps: <a href="http://www.cozi.com/" rel="nofollow">Cozi</a>, <a href="https://www.yummly.com/" rel="nofollow">Yummly</a>, <a href="https://www.anylist.com/" rel="nofollow">AnyList</a>, <a href="https://www.pepperplate.com/" rel="nofollow">PepperPlate</a>, <a href="http://www.mealboard.com/" rel="nofollow">Mealboard</a>, <a href="https://my.toneitup.com/pages/tone-it-up-nutrition-plan-kit" rel="nofollow">Tone It Up Nutrition Plan</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 75: Break the Imposter Syndrome Cycle</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/75</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">b535a5fb-4491-42ce-a9a8-ed0561bc913a</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 28 Jun 2019 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/b535a5fb-4491-42ce-a9a8-ed0561bc913a.mp3" length="45419543" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Are you experiencing the Dunning-Kruger Effect—where the more experience you have, the less confident you are in the work you produce? We’re talking about the ways imposter syndrome can make you feel like a fraud, coping behaviors associated with it, and then how to break the cycle.

*****
**Update:** We’re also taking a podcast vacation for the month of July—actual vacation getaways + revisiting our Queen Speaking action plan to continue bringing you great content! As we like to say, sometimes taking a break is part of the hustle. We’ll have fresh episodes for you in few weeks. See you back here in August!</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>47:18</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>Are you experiencing the Dunning-Kruger Effect—where the more experience you have, the less confident you are in the work you produce? We’re talking about the ways imposter syndrome can make you feel like a fraud, coping behaviors associated with it, and then how to break the cycle.
*Update: * We’re also taking a podcast vacation for the month of July—actual vacation getaways + revisiting our Queen Speaking action plan to continue bringing you great content! As we like to say, sometimes taking a break is part of the hustle. We’ll have fresh episodes for you in few weeks. See you back here in August!
Links in this episode:
* Healthyish: The Healthyish Guide to Your 30s (https://www.bonappetit.com/story/guide-to-your-30s)
* Nick Wignall: Emotional Intelligence is Overrated. Aim for Emotional Fitness Instead (https://nickwignall.com/emotional-fitness-introduction/)
* Being Boss: Episode #150 // The Imposter Complex with Tanya Geisler (https://beingboss.club/podcast/episode-150-impostor-complex-tanya-geisler)
* Career Contessa: Feel Like a Fraud? 3 Questions to Help You Beat Impostor Syndrome (https://www.careercontessa.com/advice/constantly-comparing-yourself-to-others/) 
* Ideas.TED.com: 4 ways to quiet imposter syndrome and start believing in yourself (https://ideas.ted.com/4-ways-to-quiet-imposter-syndrome-and-start-believing-in-yourself/)
* @TheScienceofBecoming: Dunning-Kruger Effect (https://www.instagram.com/p/Byc7X6JBg60/) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Imposter syndrome, confidence, how to, the imposter complex and tanya geisler, tanya geisler on being boss, feel like a fraud, beat imposter syndrome, quiet imposter syndrome, how to quiet imposter syndrome, believe in yourself and break imposter syndrome cycle, how to break the imposter syndrome cycle, how to have more confidence and overcome imposter syndrome, what’s imposter syndrome, how to cope with imposter syndrome, overcome imposter syndrome by trusting your experience, experiences with imposter syndrome</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Are you experiencing the Dunning-Kruger Effect—where the more experience you have, the less confident you are in the work you produce? We’re talking about the ways imposter syndrome can make you feel like a fraud, coping behaviors associated with it, and then how to break the cycle.</p>

<hr>

<p>*<em>Update: *</em> We’re also taking a podcast vacation for the month of July—actual vacation getaways + revisiting our Queen Speaking action plan to continue bringing you great content! As we like to say, sometimes taking a break is part of the hustle. We’ll have fresh episodes for you in few weeks. See you back here in August!</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Healthyish: <a href="https://www.bonappetit.com/story/guide-to-your-30s" rel="nofollow">The Healthyish Guide to Your 30s</a></li>
<li>Nick Wignall: <a href="https://nickwignall.com/emotional-fitness-introduction/" rel="nofollow">Emotional Intelligence is Overrated. Aim for Emotional Fitness Instead</a></li>
<li>Being Boss: <a href="https://beingboss.club/podcast/episode-150-impostor-complex-tanya-geisler" rel="nofollow">Episode #150 // The Imposter Complex with Tanya Geisler</a></li>
<li>Career Contessa: <a href="https://www.careercontessa.com/advice/constantly-comparing-yourself-to-others/" rel="nofollow">Feel Like a Fraud? 3 Questions to Help You Beat Impostor Syndrome</a> </li>
<li>Ideas.TED.com: <a href="https://ideas.ted.com/4-ways-to-quiet-imposter-syndrome-and-start-believing-in-yourself/" rel="nofollow">4 ways to quiet imposter syndrome and start believing in yourself</a></li>
<li>@TheScienceofBecoming: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Byc7X6JBg60/" rel="nofollow">Dunning-Kruger Effect</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Are you experiencing the Dunning-Kruger Effect—where the more experience you have, the less confident you are in the work you produce? We’re talking about the ways imposter syndrome can make you feel like a fraud, coping behaviors associated with it, and then how to break the cycle.</p>

<hr>

<p>*<em>Update: *</em> We’re also taking a podcast vacation for the month of July—actual vacation getaways + revisiting our Queen Speaking action plan to continue bringing you great content! As we like to say, sometimes taking a break is part of the hustle. We’ll have fresh episodes for you in few weeks. See you back here in August!</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Healthyish: <a href="https://www.bonappetit.com/story/guide-to-your-30s" rel="nofollow">The Healthyish Guide to Your 30s</a></li>
<li>Nick Wignall: <a href="https://nickwignall.com/emotional-fitness-introduction/" rel="nofollow">Emotional Intelligence is Overrated. Aim for Emotional Fitness Instead</a></li>
<li>Being Boss: <a href="https://beingboss.club/podcast/episode-150-impostor-complex-tanya-geisler" rel="nofollow">Episode #150 // The Imposter Complex with Tanya Geisler</a></li>
<li>Career Contessa: <a href="https://www.careercontessa.com/advice/constantly-comparing-yourself-to-others/" rel="nofollow">Feel Like a Fraud? 3 Questions to Help You Beat Impostor Syndrome</a> </li>
<li>Ideas.TED.com: <a href="https://ideas.ted.com/4-ways-to-quiet-imposter-syndrome-and-start-believing-in-yourself/" rel="nofollow">4 ways to quiet imposter syndrome and start believing in yourself</a></li>
<li>@TheScienceofBecoming: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Byc7X6JBg60/" rel="nofollow">Dunning-Kruger Effect</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 74: Manage Your Time Around Your Energy</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/74</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">c510e5b8-10de-4ee4-beb9-85e7d23e32fb</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 21 Jun 2019 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/c510e5b8-10de-4ee4-beb9-85e7d23e32fb.mp3" length="44706087" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>We're taking time management to another level! What can we do to maximize our energy—physical, mental and emotional to impact our productivity?</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>46:33</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>We're taking time management to another level! What can we do to maximize our energy—physical, mental and emotional to impact our productivity?
Links in this episode:
* HBO: The Sopranos (https://www.hbo.com/the-sopranos)
* Hulu: The Handmaid’s Tale (https://www.hulu.com/series/the-handmaids-tale-565d8976-9d26-4e63-866c-40f8a137ce5f)
* FX: Pose (https://www.fxnetworks.com/shows/pose)
* First Round Review: Our 6 Must Reads for Honing Focus and Managing Your Time (https://firstround.com/review/our-6-must-reads-for-honing-focus-and-managing-your-time/)
* First Round Review: The Brain Hacks Top Founders Use to Get the Job Done (https://firstround.com/review/The-Brain-Hacks-Top-Founders-Use-to-Get-Stuff-Done/) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Productivity, time management, manage time around your energy, how to, burnout, avoiding burnout, brain hacks to get the job done, first round review, first round review and managing your time, first round review time management tips, how to manage your time, how to manage your time around your energy, how to manage time around my energy, time management and my energy, mental energy and time management, shake up my mental energy to be more productive, productivity tips, peak performance and mental energy, peak performance and productivity, time management based on peak energy</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>We&#39;re taking time management to another level! What can we do to maximize our energy—physical, mental and emotional to impact our productivity?</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>HBO: <a href="https://www.hbo.com/the-sopranos" rel="nofollow">The Sopranos</a></li>
<li>Hulu: <a href="https://www.hulu.com/series/the-handmaids-tale-565d8976-9d26-4e63-866c-40f8a137ce5f" rel="nofollow">The Handmaid’s Tale</a></li>
<li>FX: <a href="https://www.fxnetworks.com/shows/pose" rel="nofollow">Pose</a></li>
<li>First Round Review: <a href="https://firstround.com/review/our-6-must-reads-for-honing-focus-and-managing-your-time/" rel="nofollow">Our 6 Must Reads for Honing Focus and Managing Your Time</a></li>
<li>First Round Review: <a href="https://firstround.com/review/The-Brain-Hacks-Top-Founders-Use-to-Get-Stuff-Done/" rel="nofollow">The Brain Hacks Top Founders Use to Get the Job Done</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>We&#39;re taking time management to another level! What can we do to maximize our energy—physical, mental and emotional to impact our productivity?</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>HBO: <a href="https://www.hbo.com/the-sopranos" rel="nofollow">The Sopranos</a></li>
<li>Hulu: <a href="https://www.hulu.com/series/the-handmaids-tale-565d8976-9d26-4e63-866c-40f8a137ce5f" rel="nofollow">The Handmaid’s Tale</a></li>
<li>FX: <a href="https://www.fxnetworks.com/shows/pose" rel="nofollow">Pose</a></li>
<li>First Round Review: <a href="https://firstround.com/review/our-6-must-reads-for-honing-focus-and-managing-your-time/" rel="nofollow">Our 6 Must Reads for Honing Focus and Managing Your Time</a></li>
<li>First Round Review: <a href="https://firstround.com/review/The-Brain-Hacks-Top-Founders-Use-to-Get-Stuff-Done/" rel="nofollow">The Brain Hacks Top Founders Use to Get the Job Done</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 73:  What It Takes To Build Your Confidence</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/73</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">53a0ae7d-0779-4c5e-a6d0-33302760e767</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 14 Jun 2019 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/53a0ae7d-0779-4c5e-a6d0-33302760e767.mp3" length="47630965" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Inspired by Brittany Packnett’s TED talk about confidence coming from permission, community, and curiosity, we dive into more ways to boost your confidence and how to put these tips into practice.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>49:36</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>Inspired by Brittany Packnett’s TED talk about confidence coming from permission, community, and curiosity, we dive into more ways to boost your confidence and how to put these tips into practice.
Links in this episode:
* Simon Sinek: Notes to Inspire (https://startwithwhy.us9.list-manage.com/subscribe/post?u=febe4bcef7d845ddbdad2915d&amp;amp;id=67907679e4)
* Quartzy Newsletter: May 24, 2019 (https://qz.com/emails/quartzy/1624219/)
* TED: Brittany Packnett: How To Build Your Confidence — and Spark It In Others (https://www.ted.com/talks/brittany_packnett_how_to_build_your_confidence_and_spark_it_in_others)
* The Tim Ferriss Show: Derek Sivers on Developing Confidence, Finding Happiness, and Saying “No” to Millions (https://podcastnotes.org/2019/05/13/sivers/)
* So Money with Farnoosh Torabi: Karen Rinaldi, Author of (It's Great to) Suck at Something (http://podcast.farnoosh.tv/episode/karen-rinaldi-2/)
* Zen Habits: 25 Killer Actions to Boost Your Self-Confidence (https://zenhabits.net/25-killer-actions-to-boost-your-self-confidence/) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Self confidence, confidence, how to, building confidence, How to build your confidence, brittany packnett ted talk, brittany packnett confidence, brittany packnett how to build confidence and spark it in others, ted talk on confidence, derek sivers on developing confidence, how to build confidence, how to boost your self-confidence, how to be more confident, dress with confidence, how to look confident, You are whatever you pretend to be Kurt Vonnegut, pretending to be confident, acting confident, confidence vs. arrogance, confidence and permission community curiosity</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Inspired by Brittany Packnett’s TED talk about confidence coming from permission, community, and curiosity, we dive into more ways to boost your confidence and how to put these tips into practice.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Simon Sinek: <a href="https://startwithwhy.us9.list-manage.com/subscribe/post?u=febe4bcef7d845ddbdad2915d&id=67907679e4" rel="nofollow">Notes to Inspire</a></li>
<li><a href="https://qz.com/emails/quartzy/1624219/" rel="nofollow">Quartzy Newsletter: May 24, 2019</a></li>
<li>TED: <a href="https://www.ted.com/talks/brittany_packnett_how_to_build_your_confidence_and_spark_it_in_others" rel="nofollow">Brittany Packnett: How To Build Your Confidence — and Spark It In Others</a></li>
<li>The Tim Ferriss Show: <a href="https://podcastnotes.org/2019/05/13/sivers/" rel="nofollow">Derek Sivers on Developing Confidence, Finding Happiness, and Saying “No” to Millions</a></li>
<li>So Money with Farnoosh Torabi: <a href="http://podcast.farnoosh.tv/episode/karen-rinaldi-2/" rel="nofollow">Karen Rinaldi, Author of (It&#39;s Great to) Suck at Something</a></li>
<li>Zen Habits: <a href="https://zenhabits.net/25-killer-actions-to-boost-your-self-confidence/" rel="nofollow">25 Killer Actions to Boost Your Self-Confidence</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Inspired by Brittany Packnett’s TED talk about confidence coming from permission, community, and curiosity, we dive into more ways to boost your confidence and how to put these tips into practice.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Simon Sinek: <a href="https://startwithwhy.us9.list-manage.com/subscribe/post?u=febe4bcef7d845ddbdad2915d&id=67907679e4" rel="nofollow">Notes to Inspire</a></li>
<li><a href="https://qz.com/emails/quartzy/1624219/" rel="nofollow">Quartzy Newsletter: May 24, 2019</a></li>
<li>TED: <a href="https://www.ted.com/talks/brittany_packnett_how_to_build_your_confidence_and_spark_it_in_others" rel="nofollow">Brittany Packnett: How To Build Your Confidence — and Spark It In Others</a></li>
<li>The Tim Ferriss Show: <a href="https://podcastnotes.org/2019/05/13/sivers/" rel="nofollow">Derek Sivers on Developing Confidence, Finding Happiness, and Saying “No” to Millions</a></li>
<li>So Money with Farnoosh Torabi: <a href="http://podcast.farnoosh.tv/episode/karen-rinaldi-2/" rel="nofollow">Karen Rinaldi, Author of (It&#39;s Great to) Suck at Something</a></li>
<li>Zen Habits: <a href="https://zenhabits.net/25-killer-actions-to-boost-your-self-confidence/" rel="nofollow">25 Killer Actions to Boost Your Self-Confidence</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 72: Women Inspiring #TeamQS: Kristen Bell</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/72</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">3effa163-c6e9-40da-a61f-a000c0b64bbf</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 07 Jun 2019 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/3effa163-c6e9-40da-a61f-a000c0b64bbf.mp3" length="39641675" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>In our latest Women Inspiring #TeamQS episode, we’re talking about Kristen Bell—her acting work, business and activist efforts, and why we’re obsessed with the way she lives her most authentic life.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>41:17</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>In our latest Women Inspiring #TeamQS episode, we’re talking about Kristen Bell—her acting work, business and activist efforts, and why we’re obsessed with the way she lives her most authentic life.
Links in this episode:
* First Round Review: Our 6 Must Reads for Honing Focus and Managing Your Time (https://firstround.com/review/our-6-must-reads-for-honing-focus-and-managing-your-time/)
* TED: Brittany Packnett: How To Build Your Confidence — and Spark It In Others (https://www.ted.com/talks/brittany_packnett_how_to_build_your_confidence_and_spark_it_in_others)
* Kristen Bell on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/kristenanniebell/)
* Hello Bello (https://hellobello.com/)
* This Saves Lives (https://thissaveslives.com/pages/our-founders)
* Women’s Peace and Humanitarian Fund (http://wphfund.org/kristen-bell-serve-global-advocate-womens-peace-humanitarian-fund/) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Women inspiring #teamQS, kristen bell, how to, women’s peace and humanitarian fund, how to build confidence, managing your time around your energy, kristen bell on instagram, #featuredteacherfriday, kristen bell and featured teacher friday, kristen bell and Hello bello, kristen bell and this saves lives, kristen bell and forgetting sarah marshall, kristen bell and the good place, kristen bell and authenticity, kristen bell and dax shepard marriage, krsiten bell and advocacy and access work</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>In our latest Women Inspiring #TeamQS episode, we’re talking about Kristen Bell—her acting work, business and activist efforts, and why we’re obsessed with the way she lives her most authentic life.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>First Round Review: <a href="https://firstround.com/review/our-6-must-reads-for-honing-focus-and-managing-your-time/" rel="nofollow">Our 6 Must Reads for Honing Focus and Managing Your Time</a></li>
<li>TED: <a href="https://www.ted.com/talks/brittany_packnett_how_to_build_your_confidence_and_spark_it_in_others" rel="nofollow">Brittany Packnett: How To Build Your Confidence — and Spark It In Others</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/kristenanniebell/" rel="nofollow">Kristen Bell on Instagram</a></li>
<li><a href="https://hellobello.com/" rel="nofollow">Hello Bello</a></li>
<li><a href="https://thissaveslives.com/pages/our-founders" rel="nofollow">This Saves Lives</a></li>
<li><a href="http://wphfund.org/kristen-bell-serve-global-advocate-womens-peace-humanitarian-fund/" rel="nofollow">Women’s Peace and Humanitarian Fund</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>In our latest Women Inspiring #TeamQS episode, we’re talking about Kristen Bell—her acting work, business and activist efforts, and why we’re obsessed with the way she lives her most authentic life.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>First Round Review: <a href="https://firstround.com/review/our-6-must-reads-for-honing-focus-and-managing-your-time/" rel="nofollow">Our 6 Must Reads for Honing Focus and Managing Your Time</a></li>
<li>TED: <a href="https://www.ted.com/talks/brittany_packnett_how_to_build_your_confidence_and_spark_it_in_others" rel="nofollow">Brittany Packnett: How To Build Your Confidence — and Spark It In Others</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/kristenanniebell/" rel="nofollow">Kristen Bell on Instagram</a></li>
<li><a href="https://hellobello.com/" rel="nofollow">Hello Bello</a></li>
<li><a href="https://thissaveslives.com/pages/our-founders" rel="nofollow">This Saves Lives</a></li>
<li><a href="http://wphfund.org/kristen-bell-serve-global-advocate-womens-peace-humanitarian-fund/" rel="nofollow">Women’s Peace and Humanitarian Fund</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 71: Creating a Sense of Belonging at Work</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/71</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">9c295e5d-3903-4015-a117-919fa7b6e336</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 31 May 2019 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/9c295e5d-3903-4015-a117-919fa7b6e336.mp3" length="45015794" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>We’re sharing what it looks like to create community and belonging in the workplace. What can we do as individuals to support a culture that allows employees to bring their whole self to work by creating a safe, secure, and welcoming environment?</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>46:53</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>We’re sharing what it looks like to create community and belonging in the workplace. What can we do as individuals to support a culture that allows employees to bring their whole self to work by creating a safe, secure, and welcoming environment?
Links in this episode:
* Marco Polo (https://www.marcopolo.me/)
* NYTimes: The Case for Doing Nothing (https://www.nytimes.com/2019/04/29/smarter-living/the-case-for-doing-nothing.html)
* Supermajority (https://supermajority.com/about-us/)
* Culture Amp: 6 Ways to Foster Belonging in the Workplace (http://hello.cultureamp.com/hubfs/1703-Belonging/Culture-Amp_6-ways-to-foster-belonging.pdf) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Company culture, belonging, belonging at work, creating a sense of belonging at work, foster belonging at work, culture amp belonging at work, supermajority, Making people feel welcome, comfortable, and safe in their work environment, retention in the workplace, how to make employees feel valued for embracing what makes them different, diversity and inclusion, community and belonging, building a community in your work culture, supporting LGBTQ+ in the workplace, bring your whole self to work, what do millennials value in the workplace, millennials and company culture</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>We’re sharing what it looks like to create community and belonging in the workplace. What can we do as individuals to support a culture that allows employees to bring their whole self to work by creating a safe, secure, and welcoming environment?</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.marcopolo.me/" rel="nofollow">Marco Polo</a></li>
<li>NYTimes: <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2019/04/29/smarter-living/the-case-for-doing-nothing.html" rel="nofollow">The Case for Doing Nothing</a></li>
<li><a href="https://supermajority.com/about-us/" rel="nofollow">Supermajority</a></li>
<li>Culture Amp: <a href="http://hello.cultureamp.com/hubfs/1703-Belonging/Culture-Amp_6-ways-to-foster-belonging.pdf" rel="nofollow">6 Ways to Foster Belonging in the Workplace</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>We’re sharing what it looks like to create community and belonging in the workplace. What can we do as individuals to support a culture that allows employees to bring their whole self to work by creating a safe, secure, and welcoming environment?</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.marcopolo.me/" rel="nofollow">Marco Polo</a></li>
<li>NYTimes: <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2019/04/29/smarter-living/the-case-for-doing-nothing.html" rel="nofollow">The Case for Doing Nothing</a></li>
<li><a href="https://supermajority.com/about-us/" rel="nofollow">Supermajority</a></li>
<li>Culture Amp: <a href="http://hello.cultureamp.com/hubfs/1703-Belonging/Culture-Amp_6-ways-to-foster-belonging.pdf" rel="nofollow">6 Ways to Foster Belonging in the Workplace</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 70: How To Make The Most of Summertime</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/70</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">3fea7443-99a3-495e-a39c-4a31b24c42d3</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 24 May 2019 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/3fea7443-99a3-495e-a39c-4a31b24c42d3.mp3" length="39855670" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>With so much going on in the summer, we want to share ways to avoid FOMO, make room for the things you want to do most, embrace the outdoors, and check things off your summer bucket list while also working in relaxation and spontaneity.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>41:30</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>With so much going on in the summer, we want to share ways to avoid FOMO, make room for the things you want to do most, embrace the outdoors, and check things off your summer bucket list while also working in relaxation and spontaneity.
Links in this episode:
* Brené Brown: The Call to Courage (https://www.netflix.com/title/81010166)
* Inc.com: 7 Tips for Making the Most of Your Summer (https://www.inc.com/jonathan-alpert/7-ways-to-maximize-your-summer-without-stressing-yourself-out.html) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Summer bucket list, make the most of summer, how to be present, how to, how to be present in the summer, avoiding fomo in the summertime, how to make the most of summertime, how to have a relaxing summer, planning a summer bucket list, spontaneity on vacation, spontaneity on summer vacation, summer fomo, how to make the most of the outdoors during summer, enjoying the outdoors, what to do outside in the summer, vacation planning, summer vacation planning</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>With so much going on in the summer, we want to share ways to avoid FOMO, make room for the things you want to do most, embrace the outdoors, and check things off your summer bucket list while also working in relaxation and spontaneity.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Brené Brown: <a href="https://www.netflix.com/title/81010166" rel="nofollow">The Call to Courage</a></li>
<li>Inc.com: <a href="https://www.inc.com/jonathan-alpert/7-ways-to-maximize-your-summer-without-stressing-yourself-out.html" rel="nofollow">7 Tips for Making the Most of Your Summer</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>With so much going on in the summer, we want to share ways to avoid FOMO, make room for the things you want to do most, embrace the outdoors, and check things off your summer bucket list while also working in relaxation and spontaneity.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Brené Brown: <a href="https://www.netflix.com/title/81010166" rel="nofollow">The Call to Courage</a></li>
<li>Inc.com: <a href="https://www.inc.com/jonathan-alpert/7-ways-to-maximize-your-summer-without-stressing-yourself-out.html" rel="nofollow">7 Tips for Making the Most of Your Summer</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 69: Challenges That Come With Pursuing Balance In Life</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/69</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">ec9e1d39-f10a-44b0-bc62-13ddb8d9b15e</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 17 May 2019 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/ec9e1d39-f10a-44b0-bc62-13ddb8d9b15e.mp3" length="43279592" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>We’re recapping our first in-person Paired event discussion around balance. We learned about the biggest challenges women are facing as they work toward a better work/life integration and share the ways we can fill our lives with more joy by setting expectations around our needs first.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>45:04</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>We’re recapping our first in-person Paired event discussion around balance. We learned about the biggest challenges women are facing as they work toward a better work/life integration and share the ways we can fill our lives with more joy by setting expectations around our needs first.
Links in this episode:
* Stitch Fix (referral code for $25 off) (https://www.stitchfix.com/invite/t4kwchzsmk?sod=w&amp;amp;som=c)
* Medium: How to Deliver Constructive Feedback in Difficult Situations (https://medium.com/s/please-advise/the-essential-guide-to-difficult-conversations-41f736e63ccf)
* Netflix: HOMECOMING: A film by Beyoncé  (https://www.netflix.com/title/81013626)
* Ideas.TED.com: “I believe in work-life Jenga, not work-life balance”: Here’s how Stacey Abrams gets things done (https://ideas.ted.com/i-believe-in-work-life-jenga-not-work-life-balance-heres-how-stacey-abrams-gets-things-done/)
* Shine: Take Control of Your Time With Stacey Abrams' 'Work-Life Jenga' Strategy (https://advice.shinetext.com/articles/take-control-of-your-time-with-stacey-abrams-work-life-jenga-strategy)
* Episode 24: Achieving A Realistic Work/Life Balance (https://www.queenspeaking.com/24)
* Episode 47: How To Set Boundaries Without Feeling Guilty (https://www.queenspeaking.com/47) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Work life balance, work life integration, setting boundaries, how to, joy, balance, work life jenga, stacey abrams work life jenga, take control of your time, challenges with communicating boundaries, how to communicate your boundaries, how to communicate your needs, setting boundaries without feeling guilty, fulfillment, feeling joy, fill your life with joy, practice setting expectation, set expectations around your needs</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>We’re recapping our first in-person Paired event discussion around balance. We learned about the biggest challenges women are facing as they work toward a better work/life integration and share the ways we can fill our lives with more joy by setting expectations around our needs first.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.stitchfix.com/invite/t4kwchzsmk?sod=w&som=c" rel="nofollow">Stitch Fix (referral code for $25 off)</a></li>
<li>Medium: <a href="https://medium.com/s/please-advise/the-essential-guide-to-difficult-conversations-41f736e63ccf" rel="nofollow">How to Deliver Constructive Feedback in Difficult Situations</a></li>
<li>Netflix: <a href="https://www.netflix.com/title/81013626" rel="nofollow">HOMECOMING: A film by Beyoncé </a></li>
<li>Ideas.TED.com: <a href="https://ideas.ted.com/i-believe-in-work-life-jenga-not-work-life-balance-heres-how-stacey-abrams-gets-things-done/" rel="nofollow">“I believe in work-life Jenga, not work-life balance”: Here’s how Stacey Abrams gets things done</a></li>
<li>Shine: <a href="https://advice.shinetext.com/articles/take-control-of-your-time-with-stacey-abrams-work-life-jenga-strategy" rel="nofollow">Take Control of Your Time With Stacey Abrams&#39; &#39;Work-Life Jenga&#39; Strategy</a></li>
<li>Episode 24: <a href="https://www.queenspeaking.com/24" rel="nofollow">Achieving A Realistic Work/Life Balance</a></li>
<li>Episode 47: <a href="https://www.queenspeaking.com/47" rel="nofollow">How To Set Boundaries Without Feeling Guilty</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>We’re recapping our first in-person Paired event discussion around balance. We learned about the biggest challenges women are facing as they work toward a better work/life integration and share the ways we can fill our lives with more joy by setting expectations around our needs first.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.stitchfix.com/invite/t4kwchzsmk?sod=w&som=c" rel="nofollow">Stitch Fix (referral code for $25 off)</a></li>
<li>Medium: <a href="https://medium.com/s/please-advise/the-essential-guide-to-difficult-conversations-41f736e63ccf" rel="nofollow">How to Deliver Constructive Feedback in Difficult Situations</a></li>
<li>Netflix: <a href="https://www.netflix.com/title/81013626" rel="nofollow">HOMECOMING: A film by Beyoncé </a></li>
<li>Ideas.TED.com: <a href="https://ideas.ted.com/i-believe-in-work-life-jenga-not-work-life-balance-heres-how-stacey-abrams-gets-things-done/" rel="nofollow">“I believe in work-life Jenga, not work-life balance”: Here’s how Stacey Abrams gets things done</a></li>
<li>Shine: <a href="https://advice.shinetext.com/articles/take-control-of-your-time-with-stacey-abrams-work-life-jenga-strategy" rel="nofollow">Take Control of Your Time With Stacey Abrams&#39; &#39;Work-Life Jenga&#39; Strategy</a></li>
<li>Episode 24: <a href="https://www.queenspeaking.com/24" rel="nofollow">Achieving A Realistic Work/Life Balance</a></li>
<li>Episode 47: <a href="https://www.queenspeaking.com/47" rel="nofollow">How To Set Boundaries Without Feeling Guilty</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 68: Showing Up As Friendships Evolve</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/68</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">217fc3d9-30c5-4a7c-a1b0-ec2af167fe09</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 10 May 2019 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/217fc3d9-30c5-4a7c-a1b0-ec2af167fe09.mp3" length="43445940" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>As we get older, the people we spend time with may change as our life experiences do too. We’re sharing how to maintain healthy friendships, recognize and be ok with proximity friends, and ask for what you need from your friends.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>45:15</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>As we get older, the people we spend time with may change as our life experiences do too. We’re sharing how to maintain healthy friendships, recognize and be ok with proximity friends, and ask for what you need from your friends.
Links in this episode:
* AstroStyle: Numerology: Your Life Path Number (https://astrostyle.com/numerology/)
* Eclectic Energies Enneagram Tests (https://www.eclecticenergies.com/enneagram/test)
* Goop: When Friendships Change (https://goop.com/work/relationships/when-friendships-change/)
* The Atlantic: How Friendships Change Over Time (https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2015/10/how-friendships-change-over-time-in-adulthood/411466/) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Friendships, adult friendships, true friends, how to, How do you know if it’s worth showing up, showing up for friends, asking for what I need, asking for what I need from my friends, how friendships change over time, friendship evolution, when friendships change, how does friendships evolve, how do I know who my true friends are, how do I make friends, adult friendships and how they change, sticking by your friends, proximity friends, friendships change as our lives change</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>As we get older, the people we spend time with may change as our life experiences do too. We’re sharing how to maintain healthy friendships, recognize and be ok with proximity friends, and ask for what you need from your friends.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>AstroStyle: <a href="https://astrostyle.com/numerology/" rel="nofollow">Numerology: Your Life Path Number</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.eclecticenergies.com/enneagram/test" rel="nofollow">Eclectic Energies Enneagram Tests</a></li>
<li>Goop: <a href="https://goop.com/work/relationships/when-friendships-change/" rel="nofollow">When Friendships Change</a></li>
<li>The Atlantic: <a href="https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2015/10/how-friendships-change-over-time-in-adulthood/411466/" rel="nofollow">How Friendships Change Over Time</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>As we get older, the people we spend time with may change as our life experiences do too. We’re sharing how to maintain healthy friendships, recognize and be ok with proximity friends, and ask for what you need from your friends.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>AstroStyle: <a href="https://astrostyle.com/numerology/" rel="nofollow">Numerology: Your Life Path Number</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.eclecticenergies.com/enneagram/test" rel="nofollow">Eclectic Energies Enneagram Tests</a></li>
<li>Goop: <a href="https://goop.com/work/relationships/when-friendships-change/" rel="nofollow">When Friendships Change</a></li>
<li>The Atlantic: <a href="https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2015/10/how-friendships-change-over-time-in-adulthood/411466/" rel="nofollow">How Friendships Change Over Time</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 67: Women Inspiring #TeamQS: Stacey Abrams</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/67</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">dc0d1390-b457-416d-9cfc-5315c00363e7</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 03 May 2019 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/dc0d1390-b457-416d-9cfc-5315c00363e7.mp3" length="38500228" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>It’s our latest Women Inspiring #TeamQS episode! We’re excited to talk about Stacey Abrams, the recent candidate for the governor of Georgia in 2018 and what we can learn from her about perseverance, standing up for what’s right, and owning your experiences.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>40:06</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>It’s our latest Women Inspiring #TeamQS episode! We’re excited to talk about Stacey Abrams, the recent candidate for the governor of Georgia in 2018 and what we can learn from her about perseverance, standing up for what’s right, and owning your experiences.
Links in this episode:
* Ideas.TED.com: Here’s a question to consider: What if there’s nothing wrong with you? (https://ideas.ted.com/heres-a-question-to-consider-what-if-theres-nothing-wrong-with-you/)
* The New York Times: Productivity Isn’t About Time Management. It’s About Attention Management (https://www.nytimes.com/2019/03/28/smarter-living/productivity-isnt-about-time-management-its-about-attention-management.html)
* The Cut: Stacey Abrams What’s Next (https://www.thecut.com/2019/03/stacey-abrams-whats-next.html)
* The Cut on Tuesdays: Stacey Abrams on Dealing With Debt and Shame (https://www.thecut.com/2019/04/the-cut-on-tuesdays-stacey-abrams-on-dealing-with-debt.html) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>women inspiring #teamqs, how to, stacey abrams, stacey abrams georgia governor, stacey abrams president 2020, stacey abrams and the cut, stacey abrams and perseverance, stacey abrams and politics, US politics, understanding us political races, fighting voter suppression tactics, voter suppression tactics and georgia governor race 2018, Fair Fight</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>It’s our latest Women Inspiring #TeamQS episode! We’re excited to talk about Stacey Abrams, the recent candidate for the governor of Georgia in 2018 and what we can learn from her about perseverance, standing up for what’s right, and owning your experiences.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Ideas.TED.com: <a href="https://ideas.ted.com/heres-a-question-to-consider-what-if-theres-nothing-wrong-with-you/" rel="nofollow">Here’s a question to consider: What if there’s nothing wrong with you?</a></li>
<li>The New York Times: <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2019/03/28/smarter-living/productivity-isnt-about-time-management-its-about-attention-management.html" rel="nofollow">Productivity Isn’t About Time Management. It’s About Attention Management</a></li>
<li>The Cut: <a href="https://www.thecut.com/2019/03/stacey-abrams-whats-next.html" rel="nofollow">Stacey Abrams What’s Next</a></li>
<li>The Cut on Tuesdays: <a href="https://www.thecut.com/2019/04/the-cut-on-tuesdays-stacey-abrams-on-dealing-with-debt.html" rel="nofollow">Stacey Abrams on Dealing With Debt and Shame</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>It’s our latest Women Inspiring #TeamQS episode! We’re excited to talk about Stacey Abrams, the recent candidate for the governor of Georgia in 2018 and what we can learn from her about perseverance, standing up for what’s right, and owning your experiences.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Ideas.TED.com: <a href="https://ideas.ted.com/heres-a-question-to-consider-what-if-theres-nothing-wrong-with-you/" rel="nofollow">Here’s a question to consider: What if there’s nothing wrong with you?</a></li>
<li>The New York Times: <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2019/03/28/smarter-living/productivity-isnt-about-time-management-its-about-attention-management.html" rel="nofollow">Productivity Isn’t About Time Management. It’s About Attention Management</a></li>
<li>The Cut: <a href="https://www.thecut.com/2019/03/stacey-abrams-whats-next.html" rel="nofollow">Stacey Abrams What’s Next</a></li>
<li>The Cut on Tuesdays: <a href="https://www.thecut.com/2019/04/the-cut-on-tuesdays-stacey-abrams-on-dealing-with-debt.html" rel="nofollow">Stacey Abrams on Dealing With Debt and Shame</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 66: How To Create Habits That Stick</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/66</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">81a3c011-71a5-445d-89ba-761f6369f16b</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 26 Apr 2019 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/81a3c011-71a5-445d-89ba-761f6369f16b.mp3" length="42067928" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>We’re talking about making good habits stick. Whether you’re breaking bad habits, adding to your current routine, or visualizing how your current habits came to be, it’s all about starting and staying consistent.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>43:48</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>We’re talking about making good habits stick. Whether you’re breaking bad habits, adding to your current routine, or visualizing how your current habits came to be, it’s all about starting and staying consistent.
Links in this episode:
* Everlane: The Work Pant (https://www.everlane.com/products/womens-work-pant-regular-black) 
* My Name Is Yeh: Baby Meal Prep Guide (http://mynameisyeh.com/mynameisyeh/2019/3/baby-meal-prep-guide)
* Marie Claire: Does a Thank You Note Really Matter? (https://www.marieclaire.com/sex-love/a26935078/thank-you-note-gratitude-importance)
* 21 Day Hero: The Definitive Guide: How to Replace Bad Habits and Build Good Ones That Stick for Life (https://21dayhero.com/habits-guide/)
* Zen Habits: The 5 Keys to Forming Any Habit (https://zenhabits.net/habit-keys/)
* Inc: This One Idea From "Atomic Habits" Will Change Your Life (https://www.inc.com/benjamin-p-hardy/this-one-idea-from-atomic-habits-will-change-your-life.html) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>How to create good habits, how to, forming habits, how to create habits that stick, just start, how to start a habit, how to make a habit stick, planning, habit planning, creating routines, how to create a routine, how to create a routine that sticks, james clear and atomic habits, workout habit, meal prep habit, productivity habits, task tracking, time tracking, skincare habits, skincare routine</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>We’re talking about making good habits stick. Whether you’re breaking bad habits, adding to your current routine, or visualizing how your current habits came to be, it’s all about starting and staying consistent.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Everlane: <a href="https://www.everlane.com/products/womens-work-pant-regular-black" rel="nofollow">The Work Pant</a> </li>
<li>My Name Is Yeh: <a href="http://mynameisyeh.com/mynameisyeh/2019/3/baby-meal-prep-guide" rel="nofollow">Baby Meal Prep Guide</a></li>
<li>Marie Claire: <a href="https://www.marieclaire.com/sex-love/a26935078/thank-you-note-gratitude-importance" rel="nofollow">Does a Thank You Note Really Matter?</a></li>
<li>21 Day Hero: <a href="https://21dayhero.com/habits-guide/" rel="nofollow">The Definitive Guide: How to Replace Bad Habits and Build Good Ones That Stick for Life</a></li>
<li>Zen Habits: <a href="https://zenhabits.net/habit-keys/" rel="nofollow">The 5 Keys to Forming Any Habit</a></li>
<li>Inc: <a href="https://www.inc.com/benjamin-p-hardy/this-one-idea-from-atomic-habits-will-change-your-life.html" rel="nofollow">This One Idea From &quot;Atomic Habits&quot; Will Change Your Life</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>We’re talking about making good habits stick. Whether you’re breaking bad habits, adding to your current routine, or visualizing how your current habits came to be, it’s all about starting and staying consistent.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Everlane: <a href="https://www.everlane.com/products/womens-work-pant-regular-black" rel="nofollow">The Work Pant</a> </li>
<li>My Name Is Yeh: <a href="http://mynameisyeh.com/mynameisyeh/2019/3/baby-meal-prep-guide" rel="nofollow">Baby Meal Prep Guide</a></li>
<li>Marie Claire: <a href="https://www.marieclaire.com/sex-love/a26935078/thank-you-note-gratitude-importance" rel="nofollow">Does a Thank You Note Really Matter?</a></li>
<li>21 Day Hero: <a href="https://21dayhero.com/habits-guide/" rel="nofollow">The Definitive Guide: How to Replace Bad Habits and Build Good Ones That Stick for Life</a></li>
<li>Zen Habits: <a href="https://zenhabits.net/habit-keys/" rel="nofollow">The 5 Keys to Forming Any Habit</a></li>
<li>Inc: <a href="https://www.inc.com/benjamin-p-hardy/this-one-idea-from-atomic-habits-will-change-your-life.html" rel="nofollow">This One Idea From &quot;Atomic Habits&quot; Will Change Your Life</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 65: Using Coaching Techniques in the Workplace</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/65</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">217525a3-0969-430a-be19-d933ba364a87</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 19 Apr 2019 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/217525a3-0969-430a-be19-d933ba364a87.mp3" length="47321675" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>We’re discussing how to apply different coaching techniques and tactics in the workplace to help guide your teammates and ensure everyone around you feels heard and supported.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>49:17</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>We’re discussing how to apply different coaching techniques and tactics in the workplace to help guide your teammates and ensure everyone around you feels heard and supported. 
Links in this episode:
* Lifewire: iPhone Notes: Everything You Need to Know (https://www.lifewire.com/iphone-notes-app-4140213)
* @heyamberrae on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/heyamberrae/)
* Jonathan Van Ness (book coming September 2019!) (https://www.jonathanvanness.com/book)
* Differential Reinforcement: How to Change Other People’s Behavior without Damaging the Relationship (https://nickwignall.com/differential-reinforcement/)
* International Coach Federation: The Gold Standard in Coaching (https://coachfederation.org/) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>coaching in the workplace, importance of coaching in the workplace, benefits of workplace coaching, coaching scenario examples, examples of coaching and mentoring in the workplace, coaching employees to improve performance, mentors, mentorship, Difference between therapy  mentoring and coaching, mentoring vs coaching, coaching techniques, professional coaching, career coach, career coaching, behavior change, international coaching federation</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>We’re discussing how to apply different coaching techniques and tactics in the workplace to help guide your teammates and ensure everyone around you feels heard and supported. </p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Lifewire: <a href="https://www.lifewire.com/iphone-notes-app-4140213" rel="nofollow">iPhone Notes: Everything You Need to Know</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/heyamberrae/" rel="nofollow">@heyamberrae on Instagram</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.jonathanvanness.com/book" rel="nofollow">Jonathan Van Ness (book coming September 2019!)</a></li>
<li>Differential Reinforcement: <a href="https://nickwignall.com/differential-reinforcement/" rel="nofollow">How to Change Other People’s Behavior without Damaging the Relationship</a></li>
<li>International Coach Federation: <a href="https://coachfederation.org/" rel="nofollow">The Gold Standard in Coaching</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>We’re discussing how to apply different coaching techniques and tactics in the workplace to help guide your teammates and ensure everyone around you feels heard and supported. </p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Lifewire: <a href="https://www.lifewire.com/iphone-notes-app-4140213" rel="nofollow">iPhone Notes: Everything You Need to Know</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/heyamberrae/" rel="nofollow">@heyamberrae on Instagram</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.jonathanvanness.com/book" rel="nofollow">Jonathan Van Ness (book coming September 2019!)</a></li>
<li>Differential Reinforcement: <a href="https://nickwignall.com/differential-reinforcement/" rel="nofollow">How to Change Other People’s Behavior without Damaging the Relationship</a></li>
<li>International Coach Federation: <a href="https://coachfederation.org/" rel="nofollow">The Gold Standard in Coaching</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 64: How To Curate Your Career Path</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/64</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">3b81e561-08b5-4375-854f-8e69720d6c89</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 12 Apr 2019 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/3b81e561-08b5-4375-854f-8e69720d6c89.mp3" length="56785107" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>We’re sharing what it looks like when you start to create a career path within your organization or as you prepare for a new job. This includes seeking out career development opportunities, relationships to nurture in this process, and finding ways to expand your range.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>59:08</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>We’re sharing what it looks like when you start to create a career path within your organization or as you prepare for a new job. This includes seeking out career development opportunities, relationships to nurture in this process, and finding ways to expand your range.
Links in this episodes:
* Lessonly: Max’s Note (https://www.lessonly.com/get-maxs-note/)
* Ideas.TED.com: 5 irrational thinking patterns that could be dragging you down — and how to start challenging them (https://ideas.ted.com/5-irrational-thinking-patterns-that-could-be-dragging-you-down-and-how-to-start-challenging-them/)
* Glassdoor: How to Build Your Own Career Path Within an Organization (https://www.glassdoor.com/blog/guide/how-to-build-your-own-career-path-within-an-organization/) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Build your career path within an organization, career path, career pathing, building a career path, career development, how to, career development tips, how to grow in your job, taking on new projects, promotions, promotions and career path development, growth plan, continuing education budget at work, human resources and benefits, employee benefits, curating your career journey, how to curate your career path, stretch assignments, work bestie, support system at work, joining committees, networking to advance your career</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>We’re sharing what it looks like when you start to create a career path within your organization or as you prepare for a new job. This includes seeking out career development opportunities, relationships to nurture in this process, and finding ways to expand your range.</p>

<p>Links in this episodes:</p>

<ul>
<li>Lessonly: <a href="https://www.lessonly.com/get-maxs-note/" rel="nofollow">Max’s Note</a></li>
<li>Ideas.TED.com: <a href="https://ideas.ted.com/5-irrational-thinking-patterns-that-could-be-dragging-you-down-and-how-to-start-challenging-them/" rel="nofollow">5 irrational thinking patterns that could be dragging you down — and how to start challenging them</a></li>
<li>Glassdoor: <a href="https://www.glassdoor.com/blog/guide/how-to-build-your-own-career-path-within-an-organization/" rel="nofollow">How to Build Your Own Career Path Within an Organization</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>We’re sharing what it looks like when you start to create a career path within your organization or as you prepare for a new job. This includes seeking out career development opportunities, relationships to nurture in this process, and finding ways to expand your range.</p>

<p>Links in this episodes:</p>

<ul>
<li>Lessonly: <a href="https://www.lessonly.com/get-maxs-note/" rel="nofollow">Max’s Note</a></li>
<li>Ideas.TED.com: <a href="https://ideas.ted.com/5-irrational-thinking-patterns-that-could-be-dragging-you-down-and-how-to-start-challenging-them/" rel="nofollow">5 irrational thinking patterns that could be dragging you down — and how to start challenging them</a></li>
<li>Glassdoor: <a href="https://www.glassdoor.com/blog/guide/how-to-build-your-own-career-path-within-an-organization/" rel="nofollow">How to Build Your Own Career Path Within an Organization</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 63: Women Inspiring #TeamQS: Melinda Gates</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/63</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">62b5bf0a-71c3-4e36-9152-7c9d6ac5aea2</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 05 Apr 2019 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/62b5bf0a-71c3-4e36-9152-7c9d6ac5aea2.mp3" length="38216852" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>In this month’s Women Inspiring #TeamQS segment, we’re talking about Melinda Gates of the Bill &amp; Melinda Gates Foundation. We dive into what we can learn from her about reflection, balance, making positive change where you can, and finding partners to accomplish good work.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>39:48</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>In this month’s Women Inspiring #TeamQS segment, we’re talking about Melinda Gates of the Bill &amp;amp; Melinda Gates Foundation. We dive into what we can learn from her about reflection, balance, making positive change where you can, and finding partners to accomplish good work.
Links in this episode:
* WOOP my life (http://woopmylife.org/woop-1)
* Quartz at work: Six things you don’t owe your boss (https://qz.com/work/1561901/six-things-you-dont-owe-your-boss/)
* Netflix: Queer Eye (https://www.netflix.com/title/80160037)
* Bill &amp;amp; Melinda Gates Foundation (https://www.gatesfoundation.org/)
* Our 2019 Annual Letter by Bill &amp;amp; Melinda Gates (https://www.gatesnotes.com/2019-Annual-Letter)
* InStyle: How Melinda Gates Gets the Job Done (https://www.instyle.com/celebrity/melinda-gates-badass-women)
* Fortune: Why Melinda Gates Has Been Funding Female VCs Through Her Secretive Investment Firm (http://fortune.com/2018/05/30/melinda-gates-limited-partner-venture-capital/) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>women inspiring #teamqs, how to, melinda gates, bill and melinda gates foundation, woop my life, netflix queer eye, bill and melinda gates foundation annual letter, reflection, balance, work life balance, work life integration, melinda gates and funding female vcs, investment firm, investment firms for women, investor funds for women, pivotal ventures, pivotal ventures and melinda gates, woman beside the man, female empowerment, women supporting women</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>In this month’s Women Inspiring #TeamQS segment, we’re talking about Melinda Gates of the Bill &amp; Melinda Gates Foundation. We dive into what we can learn from her about reflection, balance, making positive change where you can, and finding partners to accomplish good work.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="http://woopmylife.org/woop-1" rel="nofollow">WOOP my life</a></li>
<li>Quartz at work: <a href="https://qz.com/work/1561901/six-things-you-dont-owe-your-boss/" rel="nofollow">Six things you don’t owe your boss</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.netflix.com/title/80160037" rel="nofollow">Netflix: Queer Eye</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.gatesfoundation.org/" rel="nofollow">Bill &amp; Melinda Gates Foundation</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.gatesnotes.com/2019-Annual-Letter" rel="nofollow">Our 2019 Annual Letter by Bill &amp; Melinda Gates</a></li>
<li>InStyle: <a href="https://www.instyle.com/celebrity/melinda-gates-badass-women" rel="nofollow">How Melinda Gates Gets the Job Done</a></li>
<li>Fortune: <a href="http://fortune.com/2018/05/30/melinda-gates-limited-partner-venture-capital/" rel="nofollow">Why Melinda Gates Has Been Funding Female VCs Through Her Secretive Investment Firm</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>In this month’s Women Inspiring #TeamQS segment, we’re talking about Melinda Gates of the Bill &amp; Melinda Gates Foundation. We dive into what we can learn from her about reflection, balance, making positive change where you can, and finding partners to accomplish good work.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="http://woopmylife.org/woop-1" rel="nofollow">WOOP my life</a></li>
<li>Quartz at work: <a href="https://qz.com/work/1561901/six-things-you-dont-owe-your-boss/" rel="nofollow">Six things you don’t owe your boss</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.netflix.com/title/80160037" rel="nofollow">Netflix: Queer Eye</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.gatesfoundation.org/" rel="nofollow">Bill &amp; Melinda Gates Foundation</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.gatesnotes.com/2019-Annual-Letter" rel="nofollow">Our 2019 Annual Letter by Bill &amp; Melinda Gates</a></li>
<li>InStyle: <a href="https://www.instyle.com/celebrity/melinda-gates-badass-women" rel="nofollow">How Melinda Gates Gets the Job Done</a></li>
<li>Fortune: <a href="http://fortune.com/2018/05/30/melinda-gates-limited-partner-venture-capital/" rel="nofollow">Why Melinda Gates Has Been Funding Female VCs Through Her Secretive Investment Firm</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 61: Why You Should Start A Supper Club </title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/61</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">dea6ffb7-5ceb-4521-9983-63cc8e77afb5</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 22 Mar 2019 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/dea6ffb7-5ceb-4521-9983-63cc8e77afb5.mp3" length="41282165" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Want a new option for your friend outings? We’re sharing inspiration for hosting a monthly supper club and other food-based gatherings to enhance your quality time with friends and how to make it your own based on your interests.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>42:59</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>Want a new option for your friend outings? We’re sharing inspiration for hosting a monthly supper club and other food-based gatherings to enhance your quality time with friends and how to make it your own based on your interests.
Links in this episode:
* NYTimes Cooking: How to Cook Beans (https://cooking.nytimes.com/guides/21-how-to-cook-beans)
* School of Podcasting (http://schoolofpodcasting.com/)
* Lizzo on YouTube: Juice (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XaCrQL_8eMY)
* The Cut: It’s Just a Matter of Time Till Everybody Loves Lizzo As much as she loves herself. (https://www.thecut.com/2019/02/lizzo-flute-pop-star.html)
* Bon Appetit: We’re Starting a Cookbook Club, and So Can You (https://www.bonappetit.com/story/were-starting-cookbook-club)
* Pinch of Yum: I started a dinner club and it changed my life (https://pinchofyum.com/dinner-club) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>How to, supper club, adult friendships, how to start a supper club, starting a supper club, starting a cookbook club, international supper club, starting an international supper, how to start an international supper club, dinner club, happy hour, adult friendships, wine and cheese pairings, galentine’s day celebration, how to bond with your friends, bonding time with friends</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Want a new option for your friend outings? We’re sharing inspiration for hosting a monthly supper club and other food-based gatherings to enhance your quality time with friends and how to make it your own based on your interests.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>NYTimes Cooking: <a href="https://cooking.nytimes.com/guides/21-how-to-cook-beans" rel="nofollow">How to Cook Beans</a></li>
<li><a href="http://schoolofpodcasting.com/" rel="nofollow">School of Podcasting</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XaCrQL_8eMY" rel="nofollow">Lizzo on YouTube: Juice</a></li>
<li>The Cut: <a href="https://www.thecut.com/2019/02/lizzo-flute-pop-star.html" rel="nofollow">It’s Just a Matter of Time Till Everybody Loves Lizzo As much as she loves herself.</a></li>
<li>Bon Appetit: <a href="https://www.bonappetit.com/story/were-starting-cookbook-club" rel="nofollow">We’re Starting a Cookbook Club, and So Can You</a></li>
<li>Pinch of Yum: <a href="https://pinchofyum.com/dinner-club" rel="nofollow">I started a dinner club and it changed my life</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Want a new option for your friend outings? We’re sharing inspiration for hosting a monthly supper club and other food-based gatherings to enhance your quality time with friends and how to make it your own based on your interests.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>NYTimes Cooking: <a href="https://cooking.nytimes.com/guides/21-how-to-cook-beans" rel="nofollow">How to Cook Beans</a></li>
<li><a href="http://schoolofpodcasting.com/" rel="nofollow">School of Podcasting</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XaCrQL_8eMY" rel="nofollow">Lizzo on YouTube: Juice</a></li>
<li>The Cut: <a href="https://www.thecut.com/2019/02/lizzo-flute-pop-star.html" rel="nofollow">It’s Just a Matter of Time Till Everybody Loves Lizzo As much as she loves herself.</a></li>
<li>Bon Appetit: <a href="https://www.bonappetit.com/story/were-starting-cookbook-club" rel="nofollow">We’re Starting a Cookbook Club, and So Can You</a></li>
<li>Pinch of Yum: <a href="https://pinchofyum.com/dinner-club" rel="nofollow">I started a dinner club and it changed my life</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 59: Grit vs. I Quit</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/59</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">18782a33-ffd4-4f09-ace5-8919a3f49056</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 08 Mar 2019 04:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/18782a33-ffd4-4f09-ace5-8919a3f49056.mp3" length="50055964" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>We get into how grit relates to career success. You’ll learn how to make the distinction between manager struggles and big picture career planning, assessing if you’re in the right industry, and when to dig in and find the grit-driven path to growth.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>52:08</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>We get into how grit relates to career success. You’ll learn how to make the distinction between manager struggles and big picture career planning, assessing if you’re in the right industry, and when to dig in and find the grit-driven path to growth.
Links in this episode:
* Girls Night In Club: Ashley C. Ford on Human Storytelling, Financial Wellness, and Learning to Ask for Help (http://girlsnightinclub.com/posts/an-interview-with-ashley-c-ford/?mc_cid=462510efd1&amp;amp;mc_eid=3c9631c65a) 
* First Round Review: How to Make Connections That Count — Advice From a Silicon Valley Veteran (and Introvert) (https://firstround.com/review/how-to-make-connections-that-count-advice-from-a-silicon-valley-veteran-and-introvert/)
* Freakonomics Radio: How to Get More Grit in Your Life (Ep. 246) (http://freakonomics.com/podcast/grit/)
* Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela Duckworth (https://amzn.to/2Vq5CVe) 
* Forbes: 5 Characteristics Of Grit -- How Many Do You Have? (https://www.forbes.com/sites/margaretperlis/2013/10/29/5-characteristics-of-grit-what-it-is-why-you-need-it-and-do-you-have-it/#56a3689c4f7b)
* Create &amp;amp; Cultivate: 8 Signs You Definitely Need to Dump Your Job (https://www.createcultivate.com/blog/2015/12/12/8-signs-you-definitely-need-to-dump-your-job) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>how does grit apply to having a successful career, grit and career success, grit vs. i quit, Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance, grit angela duckworth, grit angela duckworth ted talk, 5 characteristics of grit, how do you know when it’s time to quit your job, should i quit my job, </itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>We get into how grit relates to career success. You’ll learn how to make the distinction between manager struggles and big picture career planning, assessing if you’re in the right industry, and when to dig in and find the grit-driven path to growth.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Girls Night In Club: <a href="http://girlsnightinclub.com/posts/an-interview-with-ashley-c-ford/?mc_cid=462510efd1&mc_eid=3c9631c65a" rel="nofollow">Ashley C. Ford on Human Storytelling, Financial Wellness, and Learning to Ask for Help</a> </li>
<li>First Round Review: <a href="https://firstround.com/review/how-to-make-connections-that-count-advice-from-a-silicon-valley-veteran-and-introvert/" rel="nofollow">How to Make Connections That Count — Advice From a Silicon Valley Veteran (and Introvert)</a></li>
<li>Freakonomics Radio: <a href="http://freakonomics.com/podcast/grit/" rel="nofollow">How to Get More Grit in Your Life (Ep. 246)</a></li>
<li><a href="https://amzn.to/2Vq5CVe" rel="nofollow">Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela Duckworth</a> </li>
<li>Forbes: <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/margaretperlis/2013/10/29/5-characteristics-of-grit-what-it-is-why-you-need-it-and-do-you-have-it/#56a3689c4f7b" rel="nofollow">5 Characteristics Of Grit -- How Many Do You Have?</a></li>
<li>Create &amp; Cultivate: <a href="https://www.createcultivate.com/blog/2015/12/12/8-signs-you-definitely-need-to-dump-your-job" rel="nofollow">8 Signs You Definitely Need to Dump Your Job</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>We get into how grit relates to career success. You’ll learn how to make the distinction between manager struggles and big picture career planning, assessing if you’re in the right industry, and when to dig in and find the grit-driven path to growth.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Girls Night In Club: <a href="http://girlsnightinclub.com/posts/an-interview-with-ashley-c-ford/?mc_cid=462510efd1&mc_eid=3c9631c65a" rel="nofollow">Ashley C. Ford on Human Storytelling, Financial Wellness, and Learning to Ask for Help</a> </li>
<li>First Round Review: <a href="https://firstround.com/review/how-to-make-connections-that-count-advice-from-a-silicon-valley-veteran-and-introvert/" rel="nofollow">How to Make Connections That Count — Advice From a Silicon Valley Veteran (and Introvert)</a></li>
<li>Freakonomics Radio: <a href="http://freakonomics.com/podcast/grit/" rel="nofollow">How to Get More Grit in Your Life (Ep. 246)</a></li>
<li><a href="https://amzn.to/2Vq5CVe" rel="nofollow">Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela Duckworth</a> </li>
<li>Forbes: <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/margaretperlis/2013/10/29/5-characteristics-of-grit-what-it-is-why-you-need-it-and-do-you-have-it/#56a3689c4f7b" rel="nofollow">5 Characteristics Of Grit -- How Many Do You Have?</a></li>
<li>Create &amp; Cultivate: <a href="https://www.createcultivate.com/blog/2015/12/12/8-signs-you-definitely-need-to-dump-your-job" rel="nofollow">8 Signs You Definitely Need to Dump Your Job</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 58: Women Inspiring #TeamQS: Whitney Wolfe Herd, CEO of Bumble</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/58</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">6d612034-7bf1-44b3-a76c-ead6f16f0be3</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 01 Mar 2019 04:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/6d612034-7bf1-44b3-a76c-ead6f16f0be3.mp3" length="29787451" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>In this month’s Women Inspiring #TeamQS segment, we’re talking about Whitney Wolfe Herd, founder and CEO of Bumble. We dig into her impact on the dating app industry and how she’s continuing to empower women through new business ventures and investing in women founders by being vocal about what matters.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>31:01</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>In this month’s Women Inspiring #TeamQS segment, we’re talking about Whitney Wolfe Herd, founder and CEO of Bumble. We dig into her impact on the dating app industry and how she’s continuing to empower women through new business ventures and investing in women founders by being vocal about what matters.
Links in this episode:
* Afar Media (https://www.afar.com/)
* Create &amp;amp; Cultivate: These are the Financial Rules to Follow at Every Age (https://www.createcultivate.com/blog/2016/3/25/20s-30s-40s-financial-rules-to-follow-at-every-age)
* Michelle Obama on Instagram: Grammys post on friendship (https://www.instagram.com/p/BtuTi6bBBx4/)
* Bumble (https://bumble.com/)
* NPR’s How I Built This with Guy Raz: Bumble: Whitney Wolfe (https://www.npr.org/2017/11/29/557437086/bumble-whitney-wolfe) 
* Forbes: Bumble's Whitney Wolfe Herd Swiped Right To A $230 Million Fortune (https://www.forbes.com/sites/maddieberg/2018/07/11/whitney-wolfe-heard-bumble-net-worth/#7fd3ab0d147f)
* Marie Claire: Whitney Wolfe Herd Has Big Plans for Bumble in 2019 (https://www.marieclaire.com/career-advice/a23335721/whitney-wolfe-herd-bumble-beauty-line/)
* Bumble on YouTube: Serena Williams: Bumble Commercial (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQcXpoWIwxo)
* The Beehive: We're Launching Bumble Fund to Invest in Women Founders (https://thebeehive.bumble.com/bumbleblog/bumblefund) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords> women inspiring #teamqs,  how to, whitney wolfe herd, bumble, bumble app, bumble fund, serena williams bumble commercial, whitney wolfe herd strong woman, whitney wolfe herd empowering women, whitney wolfe herd and bumble fund, bumble fund, taking a stand for what matters, being vocal, standing up for what you believe in, living by your values</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>In this month’s Women Inspiring #TeamQS segment, we’re talking about Whitney Wolfe Herd, founder and CEO of Bumble. We dig into her impact on the dating app industry and how she’s continuing to empower women through new business ventures and investing in women founders by being vocal about what matters.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.afar.com/" rel="nofollow">Afar Media</a></li>
<li>Create &amp; Cultivate: <a href="https://www.createcultivate.com/blog/2016/3/25/20s-30s-40s-financial-rules-to-follow-at-every-age" rel="nofollow">These are the Financial Rules to Follow at Every Age</a></li>
<li>Michelle Obama on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BtuTi6bBBx4/" rel="nofollow">Grammys post on friendship</a></li>
<li><a href="https://bumble.com/" rel="nofollow">Bumble</a></li>
<li>NPR’s How I Built This with Guy Raz: <a href="https://www.npr.org/2017/11/29/557437086/bumble-whitney-wolfe" rel="nofollow">Bumble: Whitney Wolfe</a> </li>
<li>Forbes: <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/maddieberg/2018/07/11/whitney-wolfe-heard-bumble-net-worth/#7fd3ab0d147f" rel="nofollow">Bumble&#39;s Whitney Wolfe Herd Swiped Right To A $230 Million Fortune</a></li>
<li>Marie Claire: <a href="https://www.marieclaire.com/career-advice/a23335721/whitney-wolfe-herd-bumble-beauty-line/" rel="nofollow">Whitney Wolfe Herd Has Big Plans for Bumble in 2019</a></li>
<li>Bumble on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQcXpoWIwxo" rel="nofollow">Serena Williams: Bumble Commercial</a></li>
<li>The Beehive: <a href="https://thebeehive.bumble.com/bumbleblog/bumblefund" rel="nofollow">We&#39;re Launching Bumble Fund to Invest in Women Founders</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>In this month’s Women Inspiring #TeamQS segment, we’re talking about Whitney Wolfe Herd, founder and CEO of Bumble. We dig into her impact on the dating app industry and how she’s continuing to empower women through new business ventures and investing in women founders by being vocal about what matters.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.afar.com/" rel="nofollow">Afar Media</a></li>
<li>Create &amp; Cultivate: <a href="https://www.createcultivate.com/blog/2016/3/25/20s-30s-40s-financial-rules-to-follow-at-every-age" rel="nofollow">These are the Financial Rules to Follow at Every Age</a></li>
<li>Michelle Obama on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BtuTi6bBBx4/" rel="nofollow">Grammys post on friendship</a></li>
<li><a href="https://bumble.com/" rel="nofollow">Bumble</a></li>
<li>NPR’s How I Built This with Guy Raz: <a href="https://www.npr.org/2017/11/29/557437086/bumble-whitney-wolfe" rel="nofollow">Bumble: Whitney Wolfe</a> </li>
<li>Forbes: <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/maddieberg/2018/07/11/whitney-wolfe-heard-bumble-net-worth/#7fd3ab0d147f" rel="nofollow">Bumble&#39;s Whitney Wolfe Herd Swiped Right To A $230 Million Fortune</a></li>
<li>Marie Claire: <a href="https://www.marieclaire.com/career-advice/a23335721/whitney-wolfe-herd-bumble-beauty-line/" rel="nofollow">Whitney Wolfe Herd Has Big Plans for Bumble in 2019</a></li>
<li>Bumble on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQcXpoWIwxo" rel="nofollow">Serena Williams: Bumble Commercial</a></li>
<li>The Beehive: <a href="https://thebeehive.bumble.com/bumbleblog/bumblefund" rel="nofollow">We&#39;re Launching Bumble Fund to Invest in Women Founders</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 57: Who Am I When I’m Not At Work?</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/57</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">096e325a-f3f7-4153-ae78-37bdf2e90fc2</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 22 Feb 2019 04:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/096e325a-f3f7-4153-ae78-37bdf2e90fc2.mp3" length="47144461" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Your career does not define your identity! We discuss how we show up in other areas of our life to feel fulfilled, how to recognize those roles, and give them room to breathe.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>49:06</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>Your career does not define your identity! We discuss how we show up in other areas of our life to feel fulfilled, how to recognize those roles, and give them room to breathe.
Links in this episode:
* Zen Habits: The Zen Habits Guide to Spending Your Time Intentionally (https://zenhabits.net/intentionally/)
* Strengths Edge: UnlockIt Workshop (https://www.strengths-edge.com/)
* Entrepreneur: Science Knows You Need to Get a Life Outside of Work. This Is How You Do It. (https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/293500)
* The Cut: Your Job Can’t Be the Only Meaningful Thing in Your Life (https://www.thecut.com/article/how-to-find-meaning-outside-of-work.html)
* The Everygirl: 5 Reasons Why Your Career Does Not Define Your Identity (http://theeverygirl.com/5-reasons-why-your-career-does-not-define-your-identity/)
* Queen Speaking: How To Set Boundaries Without Feeling Guilty (https://www.queenspeaking.com/47) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>is your job your identity, how your job shapes your identity, work identity and self, work identity 3 main factors, does a job define a person, identity outside of work, your work is not your worth, how to find meaning outside of work, who am i when I’m not at work</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Your career does not define your identity! We discuss how we show up in other areas of our life to feel fulfilled, how to recognize those roles, and give them room to breathe.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Zen Habits: <a href="https://zenhabits.net/intentionally/" rel="nofollow">The Zen Habits Guide to Spending Your Time Intentionally</a></li>
<li>Strengths Edge: <a href="https://www.strengths-edge.com/" rel="nofollow">UnlockIt Workshop</a></li>
<li>Entrepreneur: <a href="https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/293500" rel="nofollow">Science Knows You Need to Get a Life Outside of Work. This Is How You Do It.</a></li>
<li>The Cut: <a href="https://www.thecut.com/article/how-to-find-meaning-outside-of-work.html" rel="nofollow">Your Job Can’t Be the Only Meaningful Thing in Your Life</a></li>
<li>The Everygirl: <a href="http://theeverygirl.com/5-reasons-why-your-career-does-not-define-your-identity/" rel="nofollow">5 Reasons Why Your Career Does Not Define Your Identity</a></li>
<li>Queen Speaking: <a href="https://www.queenspeaking.com/47" rel="nofollow">How To Set Boundaries Without Feeling Guilty</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Your career does not define your identity! We discuss how we show up in other areas of our life to feel fulfilled, how to recognize those roles, and give them room to breathe.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Zen Habits: <a href="https://zenhabits.net/intentionally/" rel="nofollow">The Zen Habits Guide to Spending Your Time Intentionally</a></li>
<li>Strengths Edge: <a href="https://www.strengths-edge.com/" rel="nofollow">UnlockIt Workshop</a></li>
<li>Entrepreneur: <a href="https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/293500" rel="nofollow">Science Knows You Need to Get a Life Outside of Work. This Is How You Do It.</a></li>
<li>The Cut: <a href="https://www.thecut.com/article/how-to-find-meaning-outside-of-work.html" rel="nofollow">Your Job Can’t Be the Only Meaningful Thing in Your Life</a></li>
<li>The Everygirl: <a href="http://theeverygirl.com/5-reasons-why-your-career-does-not-define-your-identity/" rel="nofollow">5 Reasons Why Your Career Does Not Define Your Identity</a></li>
<li>Queen Speaking: <a href="https://www.queenspeaking.com/47" rel="nofollow">How To Set Boundaries Without Feeling Guilty</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 56: To Journal or Not?</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/56</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">56e0ee79-c8a2-469d-8651-1798d9bd5363</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 15 Feb 2019 04:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/56e0ee79-c8a2-469d-8651-1798d9bd5363.mp3" length="51284764" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>We're sharing how journaling can improve our daily lives, how to find the best style to work for you and stick with it.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>53:25</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>We're sharing how journaling can improve our daily lives, how to find the best style to work for you and stick with it.
Links in this episode:
* Fast Company: You can’t be productive without routines and rituals. Here’s why (https://www.fastcompany.com/90293936/benefits-of-daily-routines-and-rituals)
* The Cut: I’ve Been in 4 Relationships With the Same Person (https://www.thecut.com/2019/01/ive-been-in-four-relationships-with-the-same-person.html)
* Zen Habits: The Four Habits that Form Habits (https://zenhabits.net/habitses/)
* Rhodia Pads (https://rhodiapads.com/collections_view_all.php)
* 52 Lists for Happiness: Weekly Journaling Inspiration for Positivity, Balance, and Joy Diary by Moorea Seal (https://amzn.to/2TpeDNT)
* Two Minute Mornings: A Journal to Win Your Day Every Day Diary by Neil Pasricha (https://amzn.to/2D1hYLW)
* Bullet Journal YouTube: How to Bullet Journal (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fm15cmYU0IM)
* Real Simple: How to Find the Right Journaling Style to Improve Your Life (https://www.realsimple.com/work-life/joys-of-journaling)
* Doist: The 15-Minute Habit Worth Making Time For (https://doist.com/blog/benefits-of-journaling/) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Journaling, how to, habits, weekly journaling inspiration, journaling how-to, how to bullet journal, how to make journaling a habit, daily journaling, dream journaling, vision journaling, dream journaling, how to find the right journaling style to improve your life, how to find the right journaling style, a habit worth making time for, free journaling, stream of conscious journaling, one line a day journaling, gratitude journaling, how to gratitude journal</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>We&#39;re sharing how journaling can improve our daily lives, how to find the best style to work for you and stick with it.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Fast Company: <a href="https://www.fastcompany.com/90293936/benefits-of-daily-routines-and-rituals" rel="nofollow">You can’t be productive without routines and rituals. Here’s why</a></li>
<li>The Cut: <a href="https://www.thecut.com/2019/01/ive-been-in-four-relationships-with-the-same-person.html" rel="nofollow">I’ve Been in 4 Relationships With the Same Person</a></li>
<li>Zen Habits: <a href="https://zenhabits.net/habitses/" rel="nofollow">The Four Habits that Form Habits</a></li>
<li><a href="https://rhodiapads.com/collections_view_all.php" rel="nofollow">Rhodia Pads</a></li>
<li><a href="https://amzn.to/2TpeDNT" rel="nofollow">52 Lists for Happiness: Weekly Journaling Inspiration for Positivity, Balance, and Joy Diary by Moorea Seal</a></li>
<li><a href="https://amzn.to/2D1hYLW" rel="nofollow">Two Minute Mornings: A Journal to Win Your Day Every Day Diary by Neil Pasricha</a></li>
<li>Bullet Journal YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fm15cmYU0IM" rel="nofollow">How to Bullet Journal</a></li>
<li>Real Simple: <a href="https://www.realsimple.com/work-life/joys-of-journaling" rel="nofollow">How to Find the Right Journaling Style to Improve Your Life</a></li>
<li>Doist: <a href="https://doist.com/blog/benefits-of-journaling/" rel="nofollow">The 15-Minute Habit Worth Making Time For</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>We&#39;re sharing how journaling can improve our daily lives, how to find the best style to work for you and stick with it.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Fast Company: <a href="https://www.fastcompany.com/90293936/benefits-of-daily-routines-and-rituals" rel="nofollow">You can’t be productive without routines and rituals. Here’s why</a></li>
<li>The Cut: <a href="https://www.thecut.com/2019/01/ive-been-in-four-relationships-with-the-same-person.html" rel="nofollow">I’ve Been in 4 Relationships With the Same Person</a></li>
<li>Zen Habits: <a href="https://zenhabits.net/habitses/" rel="nofollow">The Four Habits that Form Habits</a></li>
<li><a href="https://rhodiapads.com/collections_view_all.php" rel="nofollow">Rhodia Pads</a></li>
<li><a href="https://amzn.to/2TpeDNT" rel="nofollow">52 Lists for Happiness: Weekly Journaling Inspiration for Positivity, Balance, and Joy Diary by Moorea Seal</a></li>
<li><a href="https://amzn.to/2D1hYLW" rel="nofollow">Two Minute Mornings: A Journal to Win Your Day Every Day Diary by Neil Pasricha</a></li>
<li>Bullet Journal YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fm15cmYU0IM" rel="nofollow">How to Bullet Journal</a></li>
<li>Real Simple: <a href="https://www.realsimple.com/work-life/joys-of-journaling" rel="nofollow">How to Find the Right Journaling Style to Improve Your Life</a></li>
<li>Doist: <a href="https://doist.com/blog/benefits-of-journaling/" rel="nofollow">The 15-Minute Habit Worth Making Time For</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 55: How To Hygge to Survive Winter</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/55</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">575708c4-af16-4137-9d80-f98a00bfdd16</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 08 Feb 2019 04:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/575708c4-af16-4137-9d80-f98a00bfdd16.mp3" length="40959082" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Let’s learn how to use hygge, the nordic concept of coziness, to make our space stay-in ready intentionally instead of an afterthought as we learn to embrace the winter season.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>42:39</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>Let’s learn how to use hygge, the nordic concept of coziness, to make our space stay-in ready intentionally instead of an afterthought as we learn to embrace the winter season.
Links in this episode:
* Man Repeller: There Are Two Kinds of People in This World: “Sorry” People and “Thank You” People (https://www.manrepeller.com/2019/01/there-are-two-kinds-of-people-sorry-people-and-thank-you-people.html)
* TheSkimm: Your Biggest Money Questions, Answered by Vanguard (https://theskimm.com/picks/1w6JdmVQZCCK6Iwmo6sUEA/money-questions-answered)
* The Wing: No Man’s Land (https://www.the-wing.com/nomansland/)
* Lifehacker: How to Get Through a Miserable Winter With the Danish Concept of Hygge (https://lifehacker.com/how-to-get-through-a-miserable-winter-with-the-danish-c-1791001000)
* Cuyana: Alpaca Lounge Cardigan (https://www.cuyana.com/alpaca-lounge-cardigan.html) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Hygge, how to, winter, coziness, how to hygge to survive winter, make the most of winter with hygge tips, hygge tips, how to hygge, nordic traditions and hygge, scandinavian traditions and hygge, How to have a hygge-inspired winter, winter and comfort food, winter and making time for friends, winter traditions</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Let’s learn how to use hygge, the nordic concept of coziness, to make our space stay-in ready intentionally instead of an afterthought as we learn to embrace the winter season.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Man Repeller: <a href="https://www.manrepeller.com/2019/01/there-are-two-kinds-of-people-sorry-people-and-thank-you-people.html" rel="nofollow">There Are Two Kinds of People in This World: “Sorry” People and “Thank You” People</a></li>
<li>TheSkimm: <a href="https://theskimm.com/picks/1w6JdmVQZCCK6Iwmo6sUEA/money-questions-answered" rel="nofollow">Your Biggest Money Questions, Answered by Vanguard</a></li>
<li>The Wing: <a href="https://www.the-wing.com/nomansland/" rel="nofollow">No Man’s Land</a></li>
<li>Lifehacker: <a href="https://lifehacker.com/how-to-get-through-a-miserable-winter-with-the-danish-c-1791001000" rel="nofollow">How to Get Through a Miserable Winter With the Danish Concept of Hygge</a></li>
<li>Cuyana: <a href="https://www.cuyana.com/alpaca-lounge-cardigan.html" rel="nofollow">Alpaca Lounge Cardigan</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Let’s learn how to use hygge, the nordic concept of coziness, to make our space stay-in ready intentionally instead of an afterthought as we learn to embrace the winter season.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Man Repeller: <a href="https://www.manrepeller.com/2019/01/there-are-two-kinds-of-people-sorry-people-and-thank-you-people.html" rel="nofollow">There Are Two Kinds of People in This World: “Sorry” People and “Thank You” People</a></li>
<li>TheSkimm: <a href="https://theskimm.com/picks/1w6JdmVQZCCK6Iwmo6sUEA/money-questions-answered" rel="nofollow">Your Biggest Money Questions, Answered by Vanguard</a></li>
<li>The Wing: <a href="https://www.the-wing.com/nomansland/" rel="nofollow">No Man’s Land</a></li>
<li>Lifehacker: <a href="https://lifehacker.com/how-to-get-through-a-miserable-winter-with-the-danish-c-1791001000" rel="nofollow">How to Get Through a Miserable Winter With the Danish Concept of Hygge</a></li>
<li>Cuyana: <a href="https://www.cuyana.com/alpaca-lounge-cardigan.html" rel="nofollow">Alpaca Lounge Cardigan</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 54: Women Inspiring #TeamQS: Samin Nosrat</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/54</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">aaeeb9ec-1edf-4dc1-8dd5-94c8000e2dd1</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 01 Feb 2019 04:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/aaeeb9ec-1edf-4dc1-8dd5-94c8000e2dd1.mp3" length="35404823" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>In this month’s, Women Inspiring #TeamQS segment, we’re shouting out Samin Nosrat of Salt Fat Acid Heat fame. We get into what she’s teaching us about community and food through her Netflix series and her approachable fundamentals of cooking from her bestselling cookbook.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>36:52</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>In this month’s, Women Inspiring #TeamQS segment, we’re shouting out Samin Nosrat of Salt Fat Acid Heat fame. We get into what she’s teaching us about community and food through her Netflix series and her approachable fundamentals of cooking from her bestselling cookbook.
Links in this episode:
* Hikyoga Love You Day (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/love-you-day-presented-by-hikyoga-tickets-53700041269)
* Queen Speaking: How To Set Boundaries Without Feeling Guilty (https://www.queenspeaking.com/47)
* Nick Wignall: How to Be More Assertive: A Practical Guide (https://nickwignall.com/how-to-be-more-assertive/)
* NYTimes: Redefining Representation: The Women of the 116th Congress (https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2019/01/14/us/politics/women-of-the-116th-congress.html)
* Ciao Samin (http://ciaosamin.com/)
* Netflix: Salt Fat Acid Heat (https://www.netflix.com/title/80198288)
* Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat: Mastering the Elements of Good Cooking by Samin Nosrat and Wendy MacNaughton (https://amzn.to/2Mkbr3s)
* Milk Street Radio: Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat: The Elements of Good Cooking (https://www.177milkstreet.com/radio/salt-fat-acid-heat-the-elements-of-good-cooking)
* Washington Post: Netflix’s new ‘Salt Fat Acid Heat’ is unlike any other food show on TV (https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/voraciously/wp/2018/10/15/netflixs-new-salt-fat-acid-heat-is-unlike-any-other-food-show-on-tv/) 
* The Cut: Profile: Samin Nosrat of Netflix’s Salt Fat Acid Heat (https://www.thecut.com/2018/10/samin-nosrat-profile-salt-fat-acid-heat-netflix.html)
* The Cut on Tuesdays: How to Ruin a Dinner Party (https://www.thecut.com/2018/12/the-cut-on-tuesdays-episode-10-cooking-with-samin-nosrat.html) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>samin nosrat, salt fat acid heat, women inspiring #teamqs, salt fat acid heat netflix, milk street radio salt fat acid heat, mastering the elements of good cooking, universal language of food, supporting female chefs, women on food shows, cooking fundamentals, women in media</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>In this month’s, Women Inspiring #TeamQS segment, we’re shouting out Samin Nosrat of Salt Fat Acid Heat fame. We get into what she’s teaching us about community and food through her Netflix series and her approachable fundamentals of cooking from her bestselling cookbook.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/love-you-day-presented-by-hikyoga-tickets-53700041269" rel="nofollow">Hikyoga Love You Day</a></li>
<li>Queen Speaking: <a href="https://www.queenspeaking.com/47" rel="nofollow">How To Set Boundaries Without Feeling Guilty</a></li>
<li>Nick Wignall: <a href="https://nickwignall.com/how-to-be-more-assertive/" rel="nofollow">How to Be More Assertive: A Practical Guide</a></li>
<li>NYTimes: <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2019/01/14/us/politics/women-of-the-116th-congress.html" rel="nofollow">Redefining Representation: The Women of the 116th Congress</a></li>
<li><a href="http://ciaosamin.com/" rel="nofollow">Ciao Samin</a></li>
<li>Netflix: <a href="https://www.netflix.com/title/80198288" rel="nofollow">Salt Fat Acid Heat</a></li>
<li><a href="https://amzn.to/2Mkbr3s" rel="nofollow">Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat: Mastering the Elements of Good Cooking by Samin Nosrat and Wendy MacNaughton</a></li>
<li>Milk Street Radio: <a href="https://www.177milkstreet.com/radio/salt-fat-acid-heat-the-elements-of-good-cooking" rel="nofollow">Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat: The Elements of Good Cooking</a></li>
<li>Washington Post: <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/voraciously/wp/2018/10/15/netflixs-new-salt-fat-acid-heat-is-unlike-any-other-food-show-on-tv/" rel="nofollow">Netflix’s new ‘Salt Fat Acid Heat’ is unlike any other food show on TV</a> </li>
<li>The Cut: <a href="https://www.thecut.com/2018/10/samin-nosrat-profile-salt-fat-acid-heat-netflix.html" rel="nofollow">Profile: Samin Nosrat of Netflix’s Salt Fat Acid Heat</a></li>
<li>The Cut on Tuesdays: <a href="https://www.thecut.com/2018/12/the-cut-on-tuesdays-episode-10-cooking-with-samin-nosrat.html" rel="nofollow">How to Ruin a Dinner Party</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>In this month’s, Women Inspiring #TeamQS segment, we’re shouting out Samin Nosrat of Salt Fat Acid Heat fame. We get into what she’s teaching us about community and food through her Netflix series and her approachable fundamentals of cooking from her bestselling cookbook.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/love-you-day-presented-by-hikyoga-tickets-53700041269" rel="nofollow">Hikyoga Love You Day</a></li>
<li>Queen Speaking: <a href="https://www.queenspeaking.com/47" rel="nofollow">How To Set Boundaries Without Feeling Guilty</a></li>
<li>Nick Wignall: <a href="https://nickwignall.com/how-to-be-more-assertive/" rel="nofollow">How to Be More Assertive: A Practical Guide</a></li>
<li>NYTimes: <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2019/01/14/us/politics/women-of-the-116th-congress.html" rel="nofollow">Redefining Representation: The Women of the 116th Congress</a></li>
<li><a href="http://ciaosamin.com/" rel="nofollow">Ciao Samin</a></li>
<li>Netflix: <a href="https://www.netflix.com/title/80198288" rel="nofollow">Salt Fat Acid Heat</a></li>
<li><a href="https://amzn.to/2Mkbr3s" rel="nofollow">Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat: Mastering the Elements of Good Cooking by Samin Nosrat and Wendy MacNaughton</a></li>
<li>Milk Street Radio: <a href="https://www.177milkstreet.com/radio/salt-fat-acid-heat-the-elements-of-good-cooking" rel="nofollow">Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat: The Elements of Good Cooking</a></li>
<li>Washington Post: <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/voraciously/wp/2018/10/15/netflixs-new-salt-fat-acid-heat-is-unlike-any-other-food-show-on-tv/" rel="nofollow">Netflix’s new ‘Salt Fat Acid Heat’ is unlike any other food show on TV</a> </li>
<li>The Cut: <a href="https://www.thecut.com/2018/10/samin-nosrat-profile-salt-fat-acid-heat-netflix.html" rel="nofollow">Profile: Samin Nosrat of Netflix’s Salt Fat Acid Heat</a></li>
<li>The Cut on Tuesdays: <a href="https://www.thecut.com/2018/12/the-cut-on-tuesdays-episode-10-cooking-with-samin-nosrat.html" rel="nofollow">How to Ruin a Dinner Party</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 53: How To Tame Your Inner Critic</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/53</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">9a5abec3-6b42-44c2-87c7-c6ca8053af2d</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 25 Jan 2019 04:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/9a5abec3-6b42-44c2-87c7-c6ca8053af2d.mp3" length="51567723" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>We’re talking through some of the reasons why self doubt creeps in, what you can do to overcome those negative thoughts, and tactics to silence your inner critic.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>53:42</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>We’re talking through some of the reasons why self doubt creeps in, what you can do to overcome those negative thoughts, and tactics to silence your inner critic.
Links in this episode:
* Farnoosh Torabi on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/farnooshtorabi/)
* So Money Podcast (http://podcast.farnoosh.tv/)
* Stash Wealth (https://www.stashwealth.com/home)
* Brownkids on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/brownkids/)
* Shine: 4 Science-Backed Ways to Upgrade Your Self-Talk (https://advice.shinetext.com/articles/4-science-backed-ways-to-upgrade-your-self-talk/)
* Very Well Mind: The Toxic Effects of Negative Self-Talk (https://www.verywellmind.com/negative-self-talk-and-how-it-affects-us-4161304)
* Nick Wignall: 10 Types of Negative Self-Talk (and How to Correct Them) (https://nickwignall.com/negative-self-talk/)
* The Positivity Blog: 12 Powerful Tips to Overcome Negative Thoughts (and Embrace Positive Thinking) (https://www.positivityblog.com/overcome-negative-thoughts/) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Inner critic, taming your inner critic, toxic effects of negative self-talk, Types of Negative Self-Talk (and How to Correct Them), Negative Self-Talk, Ways To Silence Your Inner Critic, End Negative Self-Talk and Feel Better About Yourself, stop negative self-talk, Dealing With Negative Thoughts, Overcome Negative Thoughts and Embrace Positive Thinking, positive thinking, Overcome Negative Thought Patterns, imposter syndrome</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>We’re talking through some of the reasons why self doubt creeps in, what you can do to overcome those negative thoughts, and tactics to silence your inner critic.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/farnooshtorabi/" rel="nofollow">Farnoosh Torabi on Instagram</a></li>
<li><a href="http://podcast.farnoosh.tv/" rel="nofollow">So Money Podcast</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.stashwealth.com/home" rel="nofollow">Stash Wealth</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/brownkids/" rel="nofollow">Brownkids on Instagram</a></li>
<li>Shine: <a href="https://advice.shinetext.com/articles/4-science-backed-ways-to-upgrade-your-self-talk/" rel="nofollow">4 Science-Backed Ways to Upgrade Your Self-Talk</a></li>
<li>Very Well Mind: <a href="https://www.verywellmind.com/negative-self-talk-and-how-it-affects-us-4161304" rel="nofollow">The Toxic Effects of Negative Self-Talk</a></li>
<li>Nick Wignall: <a href="https://nickwignall.com/negative-self-talk/" rel="nofollow">10 Types of Negative Self-Talk (and How to Correct Them)</a></li>
<li>The Positivity Blog: <a href="https://www.positivityblog.com/overcome-negative-thoughts/" rel="nofollow">12 Powerful Tips to Overcome Negative Thoughts (and Embrace Positive Thinking)</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>We’re talking through some of the reasons why self doubt creeps in, what you can do to overcome those negative thoughts, and tactics to silence your inner critic.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/farnooshtorabi/" rel="nofollow">Farnoosh Torabi on Instagram</a></li>
<li><a href="http://podcast.farnoosh.tv/" rel="nofollow">So Money Podcast</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.stashwealth.com/home" rel="nofollow">Stash Wealth</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/brownkids/" rel="nofollow">Brownkids on Instagram</a></li>
<li>Shine: <a href="https://advice.shinetext.com/articles/4-science-backed-ways-to-upgrade-your-self-talk/" rel="nofollow">4 Science-Backed Ways to Upgrade Your Self-Talk</a></li>
<li>Very Well Mind: <a href="https://www.verywellmind.com/negative-self-talk-and-how-it-affects-us-4161304" rel="nofollow">The Toxic Effects of Negative Self-Talk</a></li>
<li>Nick Wignall: <a href="https://nickwignall.com/negative-self-talk/" rel="nofollow">10 Types of Negative Self-Talk (and How to Correct Them)</a></li>
<li>The Positivity Blog: <a href="https://www.positivityblog.com/overcome-negative-thoughts/" rel="nofollow">12 Powerful Tips to Overcome Negative Thoughts (and Embrace Positive Thinking)</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 52: Emotional Intelligence In The Workplace</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/52</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">ad9fb0ce-2aee-4e78-a235-de953b4a703d</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 18 Jan 2019 04:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/ad9fb0ce-2aee-4e78-a235-de953b4a703d.mp3" length="37790116" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Emotional intelligence has a huge impact on how we work today because much of our work is human-focused. We’re going to talk through the value of EI/EQ and tactics to enhance these skills.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>39:21</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>Emotional intelligence has a huge impact on how we work today because much of our work is human-focused. We’re going to talk through the value of EI/EQ and tactics to enhance these skills.
Links in this episode:
* Pinch of Yum (https://pinchofyum.com/)
* ABC: The Goldbergs (https://abc.go.com/shows/the-goldbergs)
* Netflix: Tidying Up with Marie Kondo (https://www.netflix.com/title/80209379)
* HoneyBook | Rising Tide: The Ultimate Guide to Strategic Planning for Small Businesses (https://www.honeybook.com/risingtide/business-planning)
* Emotional Intelligence 2.0 by Travis Bradberry (https://amzn.to/2LSxcH9)
* Harvard Business Review: Emotional Intelligence Has 12 Elements. Which Do You Need to Work On? (https://hbr.org/2017/02/emotional-intelligence-has-12-elements-which-do-you-need-to-work-on)
* Harvard Business Review: How to Hire for Emotional Intelligence (https://hbr.org/2016/02/how-to-hire-for-emotional-intelligence)
* Harvard Business Review: The Rise of AI Makes Emotional Intelligence More Important (https://hbr.org/2017/02/the-rise-of-ai-makes-emotional-intelligence-more-important)
* Inc: How to Increase Your Emotional Intelligence (https://www.inc.com/justin-bariso/how-to-increase-your-emotional-intelligence.html)
* The Atlantic: The Dark Side of Emotional Intelligence (https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2014/01/the-dark-side-of-emotional-intelligence/282720/) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Emotional intelligence, emotional intelligence in the workplace, how to, the dark side of emotional intelligence, increase your emotional intelligence, emotional intelligence and hiring, emotional intelligence 2.0, emotional intelligence competencies, emotional intelligence strategies, self awareness, social awareness, relationship management, self management, emotional intelligence and leadership</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Emotional intelligence has a huge impact on how we work today because much of our work is human-focused. We’re going to talk through the value of EI/EQ and tactics to enhance these skills.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://pinchofyum.com/" rel="nofollow">Pinch of Yum</a></li>
<li>ABC: <a href="https://abc.go.com/shows/the-goldbergs" rel="nofollow">The Goldbergs</a></li>
<li>Netflix: <a href="https://www.netflix.com/title/80209379" rel="nofollow">Tidying Up with Marie Kondo</a></li>
<li>HoneyBook | Rising Tide: <a href="https://www.honeybook.com/risingtide/business-planning" rel="nofollow">The Ultimate Guide to Strategic Planning for Small Businesses</a></li>
<li><a href="https://amzn.to/2LSxcH9" rel="nofollow">Emotional Intelligence 2.0 by Travis Bradberry</a></li>
<li>Harvard Business Review: <a href="https://hbr.org/2017/02/emotional-intelligence-has-12-elements-which-do-you-need-to-work-on" rel="nofollow">Emotional Intelligence Has 12 Elements. Which Do You Need to Work On?</a></li>
<li>Harvard Business Review: <a href="https://hbr.org/2016/02/how-to-hire-for-emotional-intelligence" rel="nofollow">How to Hire for Emotional Intelligence</a></li>
<li>Harvard Business Review: <a href="https://hbr.org/2017/02/the-rise-of-ai-makes-emotional-intelligence-more-important" rel="nofollow">The Rise of AI Makes Emotional Intelligence More Important</a></li>
<li>Inc: <a href="https://www.inc.com/justin-bariso/how-to-increase-your-emotional-intelligence.html" rel="nofollow">How to Increase Your Emotional Intelligence</a></li>
<li>The Atlantic: <a href="https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2014/01/the-dark-side-of-emotional-intelligence/282720/" rel="nofollow">The Dark Side of Emotional Intelligence</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Emotional intelligence has a huge impact on how we work today because much of our work is human-focused. We’re going to talk through the value of EI/EQ and tactics to enhance these skills.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://pinchofyum.com/" rel="nofollow">Pinch of Yum</a></li>
<li>ABC: <a href="https://abc.go.com/shows/the-goldbergs" rel="nofollow">The Goldbergs</a></li>
<li>Netflix: <a href="https://www.netflix.com/title/80209379" rel="nofollow">Tidying Up with Marie Kondo</a></li>
<li>HoneyBook | Rising Tide: <a href="https://www.honeybook.com/risingtide/business-planning" rel="nofollow">The Ultimate Guide to Strategic Planning for Small Businesses</a></li>
<li><a href="https://amzn.to/2LSxcH9" rel="nofollow">Emotional Intelligence 2.0 by Travis Bradberry</a></li>
<li>Harvard Business Review: <a href="https://hbr.org/2017/02/emotional-intelligence-has-12-elements-which-do-you-need-to-work-on" rel="nofollow">Emotional Intelligence Has 12 Elements. Which Do You Need to Work On?</a></li>
<li>Harvard Business Review: <a href="https://hbr.org/2016/02/how-to-hire-for-emotional-intelligence" rel="nofollow">How to Hire for Emotional Intelligence</a></li>
<li>Harvard Business Review: <a href="https://hbr.org/2017/02/the-rise-of-ai-makes-emotional-intelligence-more-important" rel="nofollow">The Rise of AI Makes Emotional Intelligence More Important</a></li>
<li>Inc: <a href="https://www.inc.com/justin-bariso/how-to-increase-your-emotional-intelligence.html" rel="nofollow">How to Increase Your Emotional Intelligence</a></li>
<li>The Atlantic: <a href="https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2014/01/the-dark-side-of-emotional-intelligence/282720/" rel="nofollow">The Dark Side of Emotional Intelligence</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 50: Women Inspiring #TeamQS: Brené Brown</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/50</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">e1e71485-31da-4cea-8359-6cf91e5ff82b</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 04 Jan 2019 04:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/e1e71485-31da-4cea-8359-6cf91e5ff82b.mp3" length="45067621" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>This month we’re spotlighting Brené Brown and talking through her pillars of work on vulnerability, how to move past shame, fear, and imperfection to be more in tune, thoughtful leaders.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>46:56</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>This month we’re spotlighting Brené Brown and talking through her pillars of work on vulnerability, how to move past shame, fear, and imperfection to be more in tune, thoughtful leaders.
Links in this episode:
* Queen Speaking episodes (https://www.queenspeaking.com/episodes)
* 23andMe: Health and Ancestry Kit (https://www.23andme.com/dna-health-ancestry/)
* TEDxHouston: Brené Brown “The Power of Vulnerability” (https://www.ted.com/talks/brene_brown_on_vulnerability)
* Brené Brown (https://brenebrown.com/)
* Armchair Expert Podcast Live: Brené Brown (https://armchairexpertpod.com/pods/brene-brown)
* Brené Brown blog: Courage Over Comfort: Rumbling with Shame, Accountability, and Failure at Work (https://brenebrown.com/blog/2018/03/13/courage-comfort-rumbling-shame-accountability-failure-work/)
* Forbes: Brené Brown: How Vulnerability Can Make Our Lives Better (https://www.forbes.com/sites/danschawbel/2013/04/21/brene-brown-how-vulnerability-can-make-our-lives-better/#d21b42a36c72)
* Brené Brown blog: Leading from Hurt Versus Leading from Heart (https://brenebrown.com/blog/2018/12/04/leading-from-hurt-versus-leading-from-heart/) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>brené brown and tedxhouston, women inspiring #teamqs, brené brown, brené brown ted talk, brené brown the power of vulnerability, the power of vulnerability, tedxhouston the power of vulnerability, brené brown blog, brené brown how vulnerability can make us better leaders, courage over comfort, armchair expert and brené brown, leading from hurt versus leading from heart, how to be vulnerable, how to be a better leader, emotional intelligence</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>This month we’re spotlighting Brené Brown and talking through her pillars of work on vulnerability, how to move past shame, fear, and imperfection to be more in tune, thoughtful leaders.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.queenspeaking.com/episodes" rel="nofollow">Queen Speaking episodes</a></li>
<li>23andMe: <a href="https://www.23andme.com/dna-health-ancestry/" rel="nofollow">Health and Ancestry Kit</a></li>
<li>TEDxHouston: <a href="https://www.ted.com/talks/brene_brown_on_vulnerability" rel="nofollow">Brené Brown “The Power of Vulnerability”</a></li>
<li><a href="https://brenebrown.com/" rel="nofollow">Brené Brown</a></li>
<li>Armchair Expert Podcast Live: <a href="https://armchairexpertpod.com/pods/brene-brown" rel="nofollow">Brené Brown</a></li>
<li>Brené Brown blog: <a href="https://brenebrown.com/blog/2018/03/13/courage-comfort-rumbling-shame-accountability-failure-work/" rel="nofollow">Courage Over Comfort: Rumbling with Shame, Accountability, and Failure at Work</a></li>
<li>Forbes: Brené Brown: <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/danschawbel/2013/04/21/brene-brown-how-vulnerability-can-make-our-lives-better/#d21b42a36c72" rel="nofollow">How Vulnerability Can Make Our Lives Better</a></li>
<li>Brené Brown blog: <a href="https://brenebrown.com/blog/2018/12/04/leading-from-hurt-versus-leading-from-heart/" rel="nofollow">Leading from Hurt Versus Leading from Heart</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>This month we’re spotlighting Brené Brown and talking through her pillars of work on vulnerability, how to move past shame, fear, and imperfection to be more in tune, thoughtful leaders.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.queenspeaking.com/episodes" rel="nofollow">Queen Speaking episodes</a></li>
<li>23andMe: <a href="https://www.23andme.com/dna-health-ancestry/" rel="nofollow">Health and Ancestry Kit</a></li>
<li>TEDxHouston: <a href="https://www.ted.com/talks/brene_brown_on_vulnerability" rel="nofollow">Brené Brown “The Power of Vulnerability”</a></li>
<li><a href="https://brenebrown.com/" rel="nofollow">Brené Brown</a></li>
<li>Armchair Expert Podcast Live: <a href="https://armchairexpertpod.com/pods/brene-brown" rel="nofollow">Brené Brown</a></li>
<li>Brené Brown blog: <a href="https://brenebrown.com/blog/2018/03/13/courage-comfort-rumbling-shame-accountability-failure-work/" rel="nofollow">Courage Over Comfort: Rumbling with Shame, Accountability, and Failure at Work</a></li>
<li>Forbes: Brené Brown: <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/danschawbel/2013/04/21/brene-brown-how-vulnerability-can-make-our-lives-better/#d21b42a36c72" rel="nofollow">How Vulnerability Can Make Our Lives Better</a></li>
<li>Brené Brown blog: <a href="https://brenebrown.com/blog/2018/12/04/leading-from-hurt-versus-leading-from-heart/" rel="nofollow">Leading from Hurt Versus Leading from Heart</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 49: Reflection And Goal Setting</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/49</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">8d3a9fe1-f33c-4c00-b160-83cfbe358135</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 28 Dec 2018 04:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/8d3a9fe1-f33c-4c00-b160-83cfbe358135.mp3" length="40398181" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>It’s the end of the year, which means it’s the perfect time to look back on your accomplishments, celebrate your achievements, and assess lessons learned. We’re sharing how to use this self reflection to set smart goals for the new year.
</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>42:04</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>It’s the end of the year, which means it’s the perfect time to look back on your accomplishments, celebrate your achievements, and assess lessons learned. We’re sharing how to use this self reflection to set smart goals for the new year.
Links in this episode:
* Halsey Street by Naima Coster (https://amzn.to/2Sf86Vi)
* Morning Brew (https://morningbrew.cmail20.com/t/j-l-ffuur-jdiljiltij-jd/)
* Melody Hansen on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/p/BrQkDckhHkj/)
* The Cut on Tuesdays: How to Ruin a Dinner Party (https://www.thecut.com/2018/12/the-cut-on-tuesdays-episode-10-cooking-with-samin-nosrat.html)
* Harvard Business Review: Why You Should Make Time for Self Reflection Even If You Hate Doing It (https://hbr.org/2017/03/why-you-should-make-time-for-self-reflection-even-if-you-hate-doing-it)
* MindTools: SMART Goals How to Make Your Goals Achievable (https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/smart-goals.htm)
* Ideas.TED.com: The science of setting goals (https://ideas.ted.com/the-science-of-setting-goals/) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Self reflection, goal setting, how to, setting goals, how to set goals, goals vs. resolutions, new year’s resolutions, Why You Should Make Time for Self Reflection, smart goals, smart goals to make your goals achievable, accomplishments, bullet journal, tracking last year’s accomplishments, reflecting on accomplishments and lessons learned, goal tracking system, new year clean slate, long term goal planning, setting long term goals, new year new you goals, </itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>It’s the end of the year, which means it’s the perfect time to look back on your accomplishments, celebrate your achievements, and assess lessons learned. We’re sharing how to use this self reflection to set smart goals for the new year.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://amzn.to/2Sf86Vi" rel="nofollow">Halsey Street by Naima Coster</a></li>
<li><a href="https://morningbrew.cmail20.com/t/j-l-ffuur-jdiljiltij-jd/" rel="nofollow">Morning Brew</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BrQkDckhHkj/" rel="nofollow">Melody Hansen on Instagram</a></li>
<li>The Cut on Tuesdays: <a href="https://www.thecut.com/2018/12/the-cut-on-tuesdays-episode-10-cooking-with-samin-nosrat.html" rel="nofollow">How to Ruin a Dinner Party</a></li>
<li>Harvard Business Review: <a href="https://hbr.org/2017/03/why-you-should-make-time-for-self-reflection-even-if-you-hate-doing-it" rel="nofollow">Why You Should Make Time for Self Reflection Even If You Hate Doing It</a></li>
<li>MindTools: <a href="https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/smart-goals.htm" rel="nofollow">SMART Goals How to Make Your Goals Achievable</a></li>
<li>Ideas.TED.com: <a href="https://ideas.ted.com/the-science-of-setting-goals/" rel="nofollow">The science of setting goals</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>It’s the end of the year, which means it’s the perfect time to look back on your accomplishments, celebrate your achievements, and assess lessons learned. We’re sharing how to use this self reflection to set smart goals for the new year.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://amzn.to/2Sf86Vi" rel="nofollow">Halsey Street by Naima Coster</a></li>
<li><a href="https://morningbrew.cmail20.com/t/j-l-ffuur-jdiljiltij-jd/" rel="nofollow">Morning Brew</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BrQkDckhHkj/" rel="nofollow">Melody Hansen on Instagram</a></li>
<li>The Cut on Tuesdays: <a href="https://www.thecut.com/2018/12/the-cut-on-tuesdays-episode-10-cooking-with-samin-nosrat.html" rel="nofollow">How to Ruin a Dinner Party</a></li>
<li>Harvard Business Review: <a href="https://hbr.org/2017/03/why-you-should-make-time-for-self-reflection-even-if-you-hate-doing-it" rel="nofollow">Why You Should Make Time for Self Reflection Even If You Hate Doing It</a></li>
<li>MindTools: <a href="https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/smart-goals.htm" rel="nofollow">SMART Goals How to Make Your Goals Achievable</a></li>
<li>Ideas.TED.com: <a href="https://ideas.ted.com/the-science-of-setting-goals/" rel="nofollow">The science of setting goals</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 48: Capsule Wardrobe: Packing For Vacation</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/48</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">d4bce5e2-8338-4785-ba30-4c36054c4920</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 21 Dec 2018 04:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/d4bce5e2-8338-4785-ba30-4c36054c4920.mp3" length="50328056" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>We’re talking through the best ways to pack smartly for vacation using capsule wardrobe tips as you prepare for your holiday getaway, whether you’re heading to visit family, off to the beach, going camping, or up in the mountains.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>52:25</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>We’re talking through the best ways to pack smartly for vacation using capsule wardrobe tips as you prepare for your holiday getaway, whether you’re heading to visit family, off to the beach, going camping, or up in the mountains.
Links in this episode:
* Skinnytaste: Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip (https://www.skinnytaste.com/hot-spinach-and-artichoke-dip/)
* Smitten Kitchen Every Day: Triumphant and Unfussy New Favorites by Deb Perelman (https://amzn.to/2UkoUvN)
* Jonathan Van Ness on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/p/Bq-oGSMn-ta/)
* The Capsule Suitcase: How I Pack For a Winter Trip (https://capsulesuitcase.com/2015/10/21/how-i-pack-for-a-winter-trip/)
* Pinterest: Travel Capsule Packing Lists (https://www.pinterest.com/vettacapsule/travel-capsule-packing-lists/?lp=true)
* Away: The Insider Packing Cubes (https://www.awaytravel.com/organizers/packing-cubes-four/green)
* MyDomaine: The 18-Piece Capsule Wardrobe a Travel Editor Wears on Vacation (https://www.mydomaine.com/italy-packing-list) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Holiday travel packing, packing smartly for vacation, capsule wardrobe for vacation, capsule wardrobe for packing, how to pack a capsule wardrobe, how to pack for a winter trip, how to pack for a beach vacation, how to pack for a camping trip, how to pack for a snowy getaway, how to pack for holiday vacation, holiday vacation packing, travel capsule packing lists, 18-piece capsule wardrobe</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>We’re talking through the best ways to pack smartly for vacation using capsule wardrobe tips as you prepare for your holiday getaway, whether you’re heading to visit family, off to the beach, going camping, or up in the mountains.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Skinnytaste: <a href="https://www.skinnytaste.com/hot-spinach-and-artichoke-dip/" rel="nofollow">Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip</a></li>
<li><a href="https://amzn.to/2UkoUvN" rel="nofollow">Smitten Kitchen Every Day: Triumphant and Unfussy New Favorites by Deb Perelman</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Bq-oGSMn-ta/" rel="nofollow">Jonathan Van Ness on Instagram</a></li>
<li>The Capsule Suitcase: <a href="https://capsulesuitcase.com/2015/10/21/how-i-pack-for-a-winter-trip/" rel="nofollow">How I Pack For a Winter Trip</a></li>
<li>Pinterest: <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/vettacapsule/travel-capsule-packing-lists/?lp=true" rel="nofollow">Travel Capsule Packing Lists</a></li>
<li>Away: <a href="https://www.awaytravel.com/organizers/packing-cubes-four/green" rel="nofollow">The Insider Packing Cubes</a></li>
<li>MyDomaine: <a href="https://www.mydomaine.com/italy-packing-list" rel="nofollow">The 18-Piece Capsule Wardrobe a Travel Editor Wears on Vacation</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>We’re talking through the best ways to pack smartly for vacation using capsule wardrobe tips as you prepare for your holiday getaway, whether you’re heading to visit family, off to the beach, going camping, or up in the mountains.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Skinnytaste: <a href="https://www.skinnytaste.com/hot-spinach-and-artichoke-dip/" rel="nofollow">Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip</a></li>
<li><a href="https://amzn.to/2UkoUvN" rel="nofollow">Smitten Kitchen Every Day: Triumphant and Unfussy New Favorites by Deb Perelman</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Bq-oGSMn-ta/" rel="nofollow">Jonathan Van Ness on Instagram</a></li>
<li>The Capsule Suitcase: <a href="https://capsulesuitcase.com/2015/10/21/how-i-pack-for-a-winter-trip/" rel="nofollow">How I Pack For a Winter Trip</a></li>
<li>Pinterest: <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/vettacapsule/travel-capsule-packing-lists/?lp=true" rel="nofollow">Travel Capsule Packing Lists</a></li>
<li>Away: <a href="https://www.awaytravel.com/organizers/packing-cubes-four/green" rel="nofollow">The Insider Packing Cubes</a></li>
<li>MyDomaine: <a href="https://www.mydomaine.com/italy-packing-list" rel="nofollow">The 18-Piece Capsule Wardrobe a Travel Editor Wears on Vacation</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 47: How To Set Boundaries Without Feeling Guilty</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/47</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">a81004a3-f40d-4047-b076-0a0599778903</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 14 Dec 2018 04:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/a81004a3-f40d-4047-b076-0a0599778903.mp3" length="47559494" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>We’re navigating how to set boundaries by learning to say no and how to combat feelings of guilt that might come up as you put this in practice.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>49:32</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>We’re navigating how to set boundaries by learning to say no and how to combat feelings of guilt that might come up as you put this in practice.
Links in this episode:
* Morning Brew (https://morningbrew.cmail19.com/t/j-l-pitmc-jdlhjrjuyu-dj/)
* Career Contessa: The Communication Soft Skills You Need at Work (+ How to Use Them) (https://www.careercontessa.com/advice/soft-skills-definition/)
* Girlboss: Need To Say “No” More? Start With These 5 Questions (https://amp.mindbodygreen.com/articles/how-to-say-no-set-boundaries-without-feeling-guilty--18769)
* MindBodyGreen: How To Say No &amp;amp; Set Boundaries Without Feeling Guilty (https://amp.mindbodygreen.com/articles/how-to-say-no-set-boundaries-without-feeling-guilty--18769)
* PsychCentral: What to Do When You Feel Guilty About Setting Boundaries (https://psychcentral.com/lib/what-to-do-when-you-feel-guilty-about-setting-boundaries/) 
* Shine: Self-Care With a Side of Guilt: How to Set Boundaries and Not Feel Like a Let Down (https://advice.shinetext.com/articles/self-care-with-a-side-of-guilt-how-to-set-boundaries-and-not-feel-like-a/) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Switching from the fomo to the jomo mindset, how to say no, how to set boundaries, how to set boundaries at work, how to set boundaries with family and friends, setting personal boundaries, setting work boundaries, how to say no and set boundaries without feeling guilty, what to do when you feel guilty about setting boundaries, say no more, how to set boundaries and not feel like a let down, say no to things to keep your sanity when it comes to work and life</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>We’re navigating how to set boundaries by learning to say no and how to combat feelings of guilt that might come up as you put this in practice.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://morningbrew.cmail19.com/t/j-l-pitmc-jdlhjrjuyu-dj/" rel="nofollow">Morning Brew</a></li>
<li>Career Contessa: <a href="https://www.careercontessa.com/advice/soft-skills-definition/" rel="nofollow">The Communication Soft Skills You Need at Work (+ How to Use Them)</a></li>
<li>Girlboss: <a href="https://amp.mindbodygreen.com/articles/how-to-say-no-set-boundaries-without-feeling-guilty--18769" rel="nofollow">Need To Say “No” More? Start With These 5 Questions</a></li>
<li>MindBodyGreen: <a href="https://amp.mindbodygreen.com/articles/how-to-say-no-set-boundaries-without-feeling-guilty--18769" rel="nofollow">How To Say No &amp; Set Boundaries Without Feeling Guilty</a></li>
<li>PsychCentral: <a href="https://psychcentral.com/lib/what-to-do-when-you-feel-guilty-about-setting-boundaries/" rel="nofollow">What to Do When You Feel Guilty About Setting Boundaries</a> </li>
<li>Shine: <a href="https://advice.shinetext.com/articles/self-care-with-a-side-of-guilt-how-to-set-boundaries-and-not-feel-like-a/" rel="nofollow">Self-Care With a Side of Guilt: How to Set Boundaries and Not Feel Like a Let Down</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>We’re navigating how to set boundaries by learning to say no and how to combat feelings of guilt that might come up as you put this in practice.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://morningbrew.cmail19.com/t/j-l-pitmc-jdlhjrjuyu-dj/" rel="nofollow">Morning Brew</a></li>
<li>Career Contessa: <a href="https://www.careercontessa.com/advice/soft-skills-definition/" rel="nofollow">The Communication Soft Skills You Need at Work (+ How to Use Them)</a></li>
<li>Girlboss: <a href="https://amp.mindbodygreen.com/articles/how-to-say-no-set-boundaries-without-feeling-guilty--18769" rel="nofollow">Need To Say “No” More? Start With These 5 Questions</a></li>
<li>MindBodyGreen: <a href="https://amp.mindbodygreen.com/articles/how-to-say-no-set-boundaries-without-feeling-guilty--18769" rel="nofollow">How To Say No &amp; Set Boundaries Without Feeling Guilty</a></li>
<li>PsychCentral: <a href="https://psychcentral.com/lib/what-to-do-when-you-feel-guilty-about-setting-boundaries/" rel="nofollow">What to Do When You Feel Guilty About Setting Boundaries</a> </li>
<li>Shine: <a href="https://advice.shinetext.com/articles/self-care-with-a-side-of-guilt-how-to-set-boundaries-and-not-feel-like-a/" rel="nofollow">Self-Care With a Side of Guilt: How to Set Boundaries and Not Feel Like a Let Down</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 46: How To Be Present In Everyday Life</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/46</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">04e3cd4c-4647-4e75-ae34-a82ce6bc09c8</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 07 Dec 2018 04:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/04e3cd4c-4647-4e75-ae34-a82ce6bc09c8.mp3" length="62625669" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>We’re sharing tips to be more present and the advantages this has in work, relationships, and during stressful times to avoid the “busyness paradox.”</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>1:05:13</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>We’re sharing tips to be more present and the advantages this has in work, relationships, and during stressful times to avoid the “busyness paradox.”
Links in this episode:
* Emotional Intelligence 2.0 by Travis Bradberry (https://amzn.to/2rdx5MQ)
* Queen Speaking: How To Practice Active Listening (https://www.queenspeaking.com/13)
* Mackenzie’s Table: Table for One eBook (https://mackenziestable.com/product/table-for-one)
* TED.com: 6 tactics to help you turn heated dinner arguments into real conversations (https://ideas.ted.com/6-strategies-to-help-you-turn-heated-dinner-arguments-into-real-conversations/)
* BuzzFeed News: Bon Appétit’s Test Kitchen Chefs Are The Only YouTube Stars I Care About (https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/louispeitzman/bon-appetit-cooking-videos-youtube-claire-saffitz-brad-leone)
* Mindful: Slow Down to Get Ahead (https://www.mindful.org/slow-down-to-get-ahead/)
* Forbes: The Multitaskers' Guide To Being More Present (https://www.forbes.com/sites/work-in-progress/2013/09/19/the-multitaskers-guide-to-being-more-present/#76166e306c5c)
* Peaceful Dumpling: Being Present Is The Secret Weapon To Overcoming Anxiety, According To Science (https://www.peacefuldumpling.com/being-present-overcoming-anxiety) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Mindfulness, stress relief, how to be present, how to slow down and savor moments, how to be present in everyday life, how to be present at work, how to be present in your relationships, how to be present during stressful times, being present is the secret weapon to overcoming anxiety, multitaskers guide to being more present, slow down to get ahead, mindfulness tips, tips to being present</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>We’re sharing tips to be more present and the advantages this has in work, relationships, and during stressful times to avoid the “busyness paradox.”</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://amzn.to/2rdx5MQ" rel="nofollow">Emotional Intelligence 2.0 by Travis Bradberry</a></li>
<li>Queen Speaking: <a href="https://www.queenspeaking.com/13" rel="nofollow">How To Practice Active Listening</a></li>
<li>Mackenzie’s Table: <a href="https://mackenziestable.com/product/table-for-one" rel="nofollow">Table for One eBook</a></li>
<li>TED.com: <a href="https://ideas.ted.com/6-strategies-to-help-you-turn-heated-dinner-arguments-into-real-conversations/" rel="nofollow">6 tactics to help you turn heated dinner arguments into real conversations</a></li>
<li>BuzzFeed News: <a href="https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/louispeitzman/bon-appetit-cooking-videos-youtube-claire-saffitz-brad-leone" rel="nofollow">Bon Appétit’s Test Kitchen Chefs Are The Only YouTube Stars I Care About</a></li>
<li>Mindful: <a href="https://www.mindful.org/slow-down-to-get-ahead/" rel="nofollow">Slow Down to Get Ahead</a></li>
<li>Forbes: <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/work-in-progress/2013/09/19/the-multitaskers-guide-to-being-more-present/#76166e306c5c" rel="nofollow">The Multitaskers&#39; Guide To Being More Present</a></li>
<li>Peaceful Dumpling: <a href="https://www.peacefuldumpling.com/being-present-overcoming-anxiety" rel="nofollow">Being Present Is The Secret Weapon To Overcoming Anxiety, According To Science</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>We’re sharing tips to be more present and the advantages this has in work, relationships, and during stressful times to avoid the “busyness paradox.”</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li><a href="https://amzn.to/2rdx5MQ" rel="nofollow">Emotional Intelligence 2.0 by Travis Bradberry</a></li>
<li>Queen Speaking: <a href="https://www.queenspeaking.com/13" rel="nofollow">How To Practice Active Listening</a></li>
<li>Mackenzie’s Table: <a href="https://mackenziestable.com/product/table-for-one" rel="nofollow">Table for One eBook</a></li>
<li>TED.com: <a href="https://ideas.ted.com/6-strategies-to-help-you-turn-heated-dinner-arguments-into-real-conversations/" rel="nofollow">6 tactics to help you turn heated dinner arguments into real conversations</a></li>
<li>BuzzFeed News: <a href="https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/louispeitzman/bon-appetit-cooking-videos-youtube-claire-saffitz-brad-leone" rel="nofollow">Bon Appétit’s Test Kitchen Chefs Are The Only YouTube Stars I Care About</a></li>
<li>Mindful: <a href="https://www.mindful.org/slow-down-to-get-ahead/" rel="nofollow">Slow Down to Get Ahead</a></li>
<li>Forbes: <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/work-in-progress/2013/09/19/the-multitaskers-guide-to-being-more-present/#76166e306c5c" rel="nofollow">The Multitaskers&#39; Guide To Being More Present</a></li>
<li>Peaceful Dumpling: <a href="https://www.peacefuldumpling.com/being-present-overcoming-anxiety" rel="nofollow">Being Present Is The Secret Weapon To Overcoming Anxiety, According To Science</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 42: Do You Know Your Top Five Strengths?</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/42</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">4e29671b-e5e9-44d1-abae-520e15df454f</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 09 Nov 2018 04:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/4e29671b-e5e9-44d1-abae-520e15df454f.mp3" length="51473682" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Learn how to tap into your natural talents as you pursue your own career development. We share our experience taking the Gallup CliftonStrengths assessment, our top five strengths, and how they show up for us in the work we do.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>53:36</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>Learn how to tap into your natural talents as you pursue your own career development. We share our experience taking the Gallup CliftonStrengths assessment, our top five strengths, and how they show up for us in the work we do.
Links in this episode:
* Netflix: Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj (https://www.netflix.com/title/80239931)
* Gallup: CliftonStrengths (https://www.gallupstrengthscenter.com/)
* StrengthsFinder 2.0 by Tom Rath (https://amzn.to/2DmW4Wf)
* CliftonStrengths Theme Domains (https://www.gallupstrengthscenter.com/home/en-us/cliftonstrengths-themes-domains)
* Strengths-Edge Coaching (https://www.strengths-edge.com/) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Gallup StrengthsFinder, Strengths, career development, StrengthsFinder and hr development, strengthsfinder and the classroom, strengthsfinder coaching, cliftonStrengths coaching, gallup cliftonstrengths, 34 CliftonStrengths, cliftonStrengths workshop, cliftonStrengths hr training, cliftonStrengths team development, what are my strengths, how do I find my strengths, strengths coaching, business coaching</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Learn how to tap into your natural talents as you pursue your own career development. We share our experience taking the Gallup CliftonStrengths assessment, our top five strengths, and how they show up for us in the work we do.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Netflix: <a href="https://www.netflix.com/title/80239931" rel="nofollow">Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj</a></li>
<li>Gallup: <a href="https://www.gallupstrengthscenter.com/" rel="nofollow">CliftonStrengths</a></li>
<li><a href="https://amzn.to/2DmW4Wf" rel="nofollow">StrengthsFinder 2.0 by Tom Rath</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.gallupstrengthscenter.com/home/en-us/cliftonstrengths-themes-domains" rel="nofollow">CliftonStrengths Theme Domains</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.strengths-edge.com/" rel="nofollow">Strengths-Edge Coaching</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Learn how to tap into your natural talents as you pursue your own career development. We share our experience taking the Gallup CliftonStrengths assessment, our top five strengths, and how they show up for us in the work we do.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Netflix: <a href="https://www.netflix.com/title/80239931" rel="nofollow">Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj</a></li>
<li>Gallup: <a href="https://www.gallupstrengthscenter.com/" rel="nofollow">CliftonStrengths</a></li>
<li><a href="https://amzn.to/2DmW4Wf" rel="nofollow">StrengthsFinder 2.0 by Tom Rath</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.gallupstrengthscenter.com/home/en-us/cliftonstrengths-themes-domains" rel="nofollow">CliftonStrengths Theme Domains</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.strengths-edge.com/" rel="nofollow">Strengths-Edge Coaching</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 41: Can You Find A Friend Group Online?</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/41</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">0da8c80e-f840-4232-b393-14b677c18c6e</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 02 Nov 2018 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/0da8c80e-f840-4232-b393-14b677c18c6e.mp3" length="56227550" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>Online communities play a major role in bringing people together. How can you take advantage of your special interests and build friend groups online based around them? We talk through how to do that effectively and where to bring your online community to the real world.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>58:33</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>Online communities play a major role in bringing people together. How can you take advantage of your special interests and build friend groups online based around them? We talk through how to do that effectively and where to bring your online community to the real world.
Links in this episode:
* Roc Girl Gang: Women of Distinction at Three Brothers Wineries &amp;amp; Estates (https://www.rocgirlgang.com/blog/2018/10/20/women-of-distinction-at-three-brothers-wineries-estates)
* Washington Post: How Julia Louis-Dreyfus quietly became the most successful sitcom star ever (https://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/tv/how-julia-louis-dreyfus-quietly-became-the-most-successful-sitcom-star-ever/2018/10/16/b434a03a-ce2e-11e8-a3e6-44daa3d35ede_story.html)
* Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity by Kim Scott (https://amzn.to/2CG3wuD)
* Queen Speaking: Can I Give You Some Feedback? (https://www.queenspeaking.com/27)
* Girls Night In Club Book Club (http://girlsnightinclub.com/book-club/)
* Bumble BFF (https://bumble.com/bff)
* Rising Tide Society (https://www.honeybook.com/risingtide/meet-us/)
* Roc Girl Gang (https://www.rocgirlgang.com/)
* Creative Mornings (https://creativemornings.com/)
* Create &amp;amp; Cultivate (https://www.createcultivate.com/) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Finding your friend group online, How to Turn an Online Friend into a Real-Life Friend, How to Make Your Way Into Any Group, finding friends online, how to find new friends, special interest friends, online communities, online friendships sites, online friendship apps, industry events and conferences, online engagement, social media engagement, How To Make A Group Of Friends, Finding Your Community Online, friendships, how to make friends, making friends</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>Online communities play a major role in bringing people together. How can you take advantage of your special interests and build friend groups online based around them? We talk through how to do that effectively and where to bring your online community to the real world.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Roc Girl Gang: <a href="https://www.rocgirlgang.com/blog/2018/10/20/women-of-distinction-at-three-brothers-wineries-estates" rel="nofollow">Women of Distinction at Three Brothers Wineries &amp; Estates</a></li>
<li>Washington Post: <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/tv/how-julia-louis-dreyfus-quietly-became-the-most-successful-sitcom-star-ever/2018/10/16/b434a03a-ce2e-11e8-a3e6-44daa3d35ede_story.html" rel="nofollow">How Julia Louis-Dreyfus quietly became the most successful sitcom star ever</a></li>
<li><a href="https://amzn.to/2CG3wuD" rel="nofollow">Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity by Kim Scott</a></li>
<li>Queen Speaking: <a href="https://www.queenspeaking.com/27" rel="nofollow">Can I Give You Some Feedback?</a></li>
<li><a href="http://girlsnightinclub.com/book-club/" rel="nofollow">Girls Night In Club Book Club</a></li>
<li><a href="https://bumble.com/bff" rel="nofollow">Bumble BFF</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.honeybook.com/risingtide/meet-us/" rel="nofollow">Rising Tide Society</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.rocgirlgang.com/" rel="nofollow">Roc Girl Gang</a></li>
<li><a href="https://creativemornings.com/" rel="nofollow">Creative Mornings</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.createcultivate.com/" rel="nofollow">Create &amp; Cultivate</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Online communities play a major role in bringing people together. How can you take advantage of your special interests and build friend groups online based around them? We talk through how to do that effectively and where to bring your online community to the real world.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Roc Girl Gang: <a href="https://www.rocgirlgang.com/blog/2018/10/20/women-of-distinction-at-three-brothers-wineries-estates" rel="nofollow">Women of Distinction at Three Brothers Wineries &amp; Estates</a></li>
<li>Washington Post: <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/tv/how-julia-louis-dreyfus-quietly-became-the-most-successful-sitcom-star-ever/2018/10/16/b434a03a-ce2e-11e8-a3e6-44daa3d35ede_story.html" rel="nofollow">How Julia Louis-Dreyfus quietly became the most successful sitcom star ever</a></li>
<li><a href="https://amzn.to/2CG3wuD" rel="nofollow">Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity by Kim Scott</a></li>
<li>Queen Speaking: <a href="https://www.queenspeaking.com/27" rel="nofollow">Can I Give You Some Feedback?</a></li>
<li><a href="http://girlsnightinclub.com/book-club/" rel="nofollow">Girls Night In Club Book Club</a></li>
<li><a href="https://bumble.com/bff" rel="nofollow">Bumble BFF</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.honeybook.com/risingtide/meet-us/" rel="nofollow">Rising Tide Society</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.rocgirlgang.com/" rel="nofollow">Roc Girl Gang</a></li>
<li><a href="https://creativemornings.com/" rel="nofollow">Creative Mornings</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.createcultivate.com/" rel="nofollow">Create &amp; Cultivate</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 40: Preparing For A Presentation</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/40</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">6b5f4042-85a0-4564-b163-59aa87999425</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 26 Oct 2018 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/6b5f4042-85a0-4564-b163-59aa87999425.mp3" length="51516732" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>America’s biggest phobia is a fear of public speaking! It’s time to conquer it. We’re talking through the top three things to keep in mind before you stand up in front of your team or take the stage for your next presentation.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>53:39</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>America’s biggest phobia is a fear of public speaking! It’s time to conquer it. We’re talking through the top three things to keep in mind before you stand up in front of your team or take the stage for your next presentation.
Links in this episode:
* Zen Habits: Paring Down Your Life (https://zenhabits.net/paring/)
* YouTube: Will Smith (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKuHFYu3smtrl2AwwMOXOlg/featured)
* Huffington Post: 7 Essential Tips to Prepare for a TED Talk (https://www.huffingtonpost.com/simon-young/7-essential-tips-to-prepa_b_7537228.html)
* Ethos3: 5 Shocking Public Speaking Statistics (https://www.ethos3.com/2018/03/5-shocking-public-speaking-statistics/)
* Ethos3: The Godin Method (https://www.ethos3.com/design-tips/the-godin-method/)
* Hongkiat: 10 Presentation Tools to Win Over Your Audience (https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/presentation-tools/)
* Freakonomics Radio: Who Needs Handwriting (http://freakonomics.com/podcast/who-needs-handwriting/) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>Preparing for a presentation, presentation prep, speaker, speaking opportunities, preparing for a ted talk, tips to prepare for a talk, tips to prepare for a speech, public speaking methods, win over your audience, public speaking, rehearsing a presentation</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>America’s biggest phobia is a fear of public speaking! It’s time to conquer it. We’re talking through the top three things to keep in mind before you stand up in front of your team or take the stage for your next presentation.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Zen Habits: <a href="https://zenhabits.net/paring/" rel="nofollow">Paring Down Your Life</a></li>
<li>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKuHFYu3smtrl2AwwMOXOlg/featured" rel="nofollow">Will Smith</a></li>
<li>Huffington Post: <a href="https://www.huffingtonpost.com/simon-young/7-essential-tips-to-prepa_b_7537228.html" rel="nofollow">7 Essential Tips to Prepare for a TED Talk</a></li>
<li>Ethos3: <a href="https://www.ethos3.com/2018/03/5-shocking-public-speaking-statistics/" rel="nofollow">5 Shocking Public Speaking Statistics</a></li>
<li>Ethos3: <a href="https://www.ethos3.com/design-tips/the-godin-method/" rel="nofollow">The Godin Method</a></li>
<li>Hongkiat: <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/presentation-tools/" rel="nofollow">10 Presentation Tools to Win Over Your Audience</a></li>
<li>Freakonomics Radio: <a href="http://freakonomics.com/podcast/who-needs-handwriting/" rel="nofollow">Who Needs Handwriting</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>America’s biggest phobia is a fear of public speaking! It’s time to conquer it. We’re talking through the top three things to keep in mind before you stand up in front of your team or take the stage for your next presentation.</p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Zen Habits: <a href="https://zenhabits.net/paring/" rel="nofollow">Paring Down Your Life</a></li>
<li>YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKuHFYu3smtrl2AwwMOXOlg/featured" rel="nofollow">Will Smith</a></li>
<li>Huffington Post: <a href="https://www.huffingtonpost.com/simon-young/7-essential-tips-to-prepa_b_7537228.html" rel="nofollow">7 Essential Tips to Prepare for a TED Talk</a></li>
<li>Ethos3: <a href="https://www.ethos3.com/2018/03/5-shocking-public-speaking-statistics/" rel="nofollow">5 Shocking Public Speaking Statistics</a></li>
<li>Ethos3: <a href="https://www.ethos3.com/design-tips/the-godin-method/" rel="nofollow">The Godin Method</a></li>
<li>Hongkiat: <a href="https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/presentation-tools/" rel="nofollow">10 Presentation Tools to Win Over Your Audience</a></li>
<li>Freakonomics Radio: <a href="http://freakonomics.com/podcast/who-needs-handwriting/" rel="nofollow">Who Needs Handwriting</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
<item>
  <title>Episode 35: How To Handle Rejection</title>
  <link>https://www.queenspeaking.com/35</link>
  <guid isPermaLink="false">fa9fc106-1568-4cd2-a369-0609e51487ca</guid>
  <pubDate>Fri, 21 Sep 2018 04:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Queen Speaking</author>
  <enclosure url="https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/fa9fc106-1568-4cd2-a369-0609e51487ca.mp3" length="44933456" type="audio/mp3"/>
  <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
  <itunes:author>Queen Speaking</itunes:author>
  <itunes:subtitle>We’ve been rejected from jobs, schools, people… the list goes on, and every single time it sucks, but let’s learn how to dig for the “why” behind the message. We share some coping tools and lessons learned to deal with rejection.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>46:48</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/4/491ceebd-49ca-40d7-bda7-893e2c6c5aa8/cover.jpg?v=1"/>
  <description>We’ve been rejected from jobs, schools, people… the list goes on, and every single time it sucks, but let’s learn how to dig for the “why” behind the message. We share some coping tools and lessons learned to overcome rejection. 
Links in this episode:
* Fast Company: When should you take a mental health day? (https://www.fastcompany.com/90225167/when-is-it-ok-to-take-a-mental-health-day)
* Nike - Dream Crazy (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fq2CvmgoO7I)
* Inc: 5 Ways Mentally Strong People Deal With Rejection (https://www.inc.com/amy-morin/5-ways-mentally-strong-people-deal-with-rejection.html)
* Everyday Health: 7 Tips for Dealing With Rejection (https://www.everydayhealth.com/emotional-health/7-tips-dealing-with-rejection/) 
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>how to, rejection, how to handle rejection, dealing with rejection, being rejected, how to cope with rejection, rejected from school, rejected from a job, coping with rejection</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>We’ve been rejected from jobs, schools, people… the list goes on, and every single time it sucks, but let’s learn how to dig for the “why” behind the message. We share some coping tools and lessons learned to overcome rejection. </p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Fast Company: <a href="https://www.fastcompany.com/90225167/when-is-it-ok-to-take-a-mental-health-day" rel="nofollow">When should you take a mental health day?</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fq2CvmgoO7I" rel="nofollow">Nike - Dream Crazy</a></li>
<li>Inc: <a href="https://www.inc.com/amy-morin/5-ways-mentally-strong-people-deal-with-rejection.html" rel="nofollow">5 Ways Mentally Strong People Deal With Rejection</a></li>
<li>Everyday Health: <a href="https://www.everydayhealth.com/emotional-health/7-tips-dealing-with-rejection/" rel="nofollow">7 Tips for Dealing With Rejection</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>We’ve been rejected from jobs, schools, people… the list goes on, and every single time it sucks, but let’s learn how to dig for the “why” behind the message. We share some coping tools and lessons learned to overcome rejection. </p>

<p>Links in this episode:</p>

<ul>
<li>Fast Company: <a href="https://www.fastcompany.com/90225167/when-is-it-ok-to-take-a-mental-health-day" rel="nofollow">When should you take a mental health day?</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fq2CvmgoO7I" rel="nofollow">Nike - Dream Crazy</a></li>
<li>Inc: <a href="https://www.inc.com/amy-morin/5-ways-mentally-strong-people-deal-with-rejection.html" rel="nofollow">5 Ways Mentally Strong People Deal With Rejection</a></li>
<li>Everyday Health: <a href="https://www.everydayhealth.com/emotional-health/7-tips-dealing-with-rejection/" rel="nofollow">7 Tips for Dealing With Rejection</a></li>
</ul>]]>
  </itunes:summary>
</item>
  </channel>
</rss>
