web02.fireside.fm Fri, 01 May 2026 17:18:18 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Queen Speaking - Episodes Tagged with “Vacation” https://www.queenspeaking.com/tags/vacation Fri, 21 Aug 2020 04:00:00 -0400 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. en-us episodic A podcast for women as we navigate our personal and professional lives, sharing the inspiration that helps us along the way. Queen Speaking 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. no Queen Speaking, queen speaking podcast, breanna queen speaking, sydney queen speaking, breanna banford, sydney bell, #teamqs, Team QS Queen Speaking Queenspeaking1@gmail.com Episode 134: You Deserve A Day Off https://www.queenspeaking.com/134 b6beff93-cf80-4bcd-84b7-7c23c2f87d86 Fri, 21 Aug 2020 04:00:00 -0400 Queen Speaking full Queen Speaking 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). 38:30 no <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" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">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/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">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" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">What to Do With a Day Off</a> </li> </ul> 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 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).

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]]> Episode 87: You Deserve A Day Off https://www.queenspeaking.com/87 4276563f-f9e4-4954-a212-ad92a99e8026 Fri, 20 Sep 2019 04:00:00 -0400 Queen Speaking full Queen Speaking 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. 38:30 no 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) 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 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.

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]]> Episode 81: You Need A Break https://www.queenspeaking.com/81 c3e62d20-5d06-4990-b31e-c4b417714ec6 Fri, 09 Aug 2019 04:00:00 -0400 Queen Speaking full Queen Speaking 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. 36:27 no 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) 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 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.

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]]> Episode 70: How To Make The Most of Summertime https://www.queenspeaking.com/70 3fea7443-99a3-495e-a39c-4a31b24c42d3 Fri, 24 May 2019 04:00:00 -0400 Queen Speaking full Queen Speaking 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. 41:30 no 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) 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 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.

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]]> Episode 48: Capsule Wardrobe: Packing For Vacation https://www.queenspeaking.com/48 d4bce5e2-8338-4785-ba30-4c36054c4920 Fri, 21 Dec 2018 04:00:00 -0500 Queen Speaking full Queen Speaking 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. 52:25 no 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) 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 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.

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]]> Episode 26: Planning Your Ultimate, Stress-free Vacation https://www.queenspeaking.com/26 9cddfc15-e00c-42f7-a4e1-a4f7096528c9 Fri, 20 Jul 2018 04:00:00 -0400 Queen Speaking full Queen Speaking Vacation is not about becoming Instagram famous. Ask yourself, “What do you do to chill out?” Then, incorporate that into your vacation experience. Learn to take advantage of this time to do things that make you happy, soak up some downtime, and explore. 1:18:27 no Vacation is not about becoming Instagram famous. Ask yourself, “What do you do to chill out?” Then, incorporate that into your vacation experience. Learn to take advantage of this time to do things that make you happy, soak up some downtime, and explore. Links in this episode: * First Round Media: The Type of Team Diversity You’re Probably Not Paying Attention To (http://firstround.com/review/the-type-of-team-diversity-youre-probably-not-paying-attention-to/) * Werk It: The Podcast (https://www.wnycstudios.org/shows/werkit) * Fast Company: How to recharge on vacation when you can’t stop stressing out (https://www.fastcompany.com/40587762/how-to-recharge-on-vacation-when-you-cant-stop-stressing-out) * Girlboss: 50 Free (Or Very Cheap) Things To Do This Summer (https://www.girlboss.com/life/free-things-to-do-summer) * Girls’ Night In: How to Plan a Trip That's Relaxing, Not Overwhelming (http://girlsnightinclub.com/posts/how-to-plan-a-travel-itinerary-thats-relaxing-not-overwhelming/) * NYTimes: How to Plan the Perfect Trip With Your Significant Other This Summer (https://www.nytimes.com/2018/06/20/smarter-living/how-to-plan-the-perfect-trip-with-your-significant-other-this-summer.html) * Jauntaroo (http://www.jauntaroo.com/) * Afar (https://www.afar.com/travel-inspiration) * Thrillist (https://www.thrillist.com/) * Scott’s Cheap Flights (https://scottscheapflights.com/) * The Muse: Vacation Checklist: 4 Steps to Prepare for Your Time Off (https://www.themuse.com/advice/vacation-checklist-4-steps-to-prepare-for-your-time-off) * HuffPost: How To Prepare Yourself For The Perfect, Stress-Free Vacation (https://www.huffingtonpost.com/2015/07/03/stress-free-vacation-prepare_n_3518955.html) * Bon Appetit: Our Highly Subjective But Very Smart Guide to Traveling (https://www.bonappetit.com/gallery/travel-lessons-tips) travel, travel tips, vacation planning, vacation, OOO, stress-free vacation, planning a relaxing trip, vacation tips with your significant other, jauntaroo, afar, thrillist, scott's cheap flights, vacation checklist, preparing for vacation, how to prepare for vacation Vacation is not about becoming Instagram famous. Ask yourself, “What do you do to chill out?” Then, incorporate that into your vacation experience. Learn to take advantage of this time to do things that make you happy, soak up some downtime, and explore.

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