

Bossed Up
Emilie Aries
Are you ready to step up as the boss of your life? Emilie Aries breaks down career conundrums with expert interviews to help women navigate career transition and step up as the boss of their careers. Whether you're in the job search, starting a side hustle, climbing a corporate ladder, or an experienced entrepreneur, join Bossed Up's community of courageous women who lift as they climb.
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Nov 21, 2023 • 13min
How to Become an Inspiring, Visionary Leader
Women managers have been rated better or equal to men on every leadership characteristic except one: envisioning. So what does it mean to be a visionary leader - and what does it matter? I'm diving in to the gender dynamics of visionary leadership and why it's so crucial for women leader's long-term impact. Related links: Level Up: my leadership accelerator for women on the riseHBR: Women and the Vision ThingDec 14: An Evening with Mayor Anna Stout - join me in Denver!Learn more via my InstagramResearch on the gendered perception of mistakes at workThe Bossed Up Courage Community Bossed Up's LinkedIn Group

Nov 14, 2023 • 38min
Finding Your Voice at Work
Have you struggled to find your voice at work? Have you started self-silencing? Or overthinking your every sentence? Today's episode with Samara Bay, author of Permission to Speak, is for you. We're breaking down why it's so challenging to speak up and be heard at work, how to counter voice bias with voice justice, and how to embrace your voice as "the new sound of power."Related links: Speak Up: my 8-week assertive communications courseSamara's book, Permission to SpeakFollow Samara on InstagramSamara's How to Pitch workshopEmail me at emilie@bossedup.orgJoin the Bossed Up Courage Community on Facebook Join Bossed Up's group on Linkedin

Nov 7, 2023 • 17min
The Broken Rung of Leadership
This podcast discusses the 'broken rung' of leadership as a major barrier to gender equality in leadership roles. It explores strategies for promoting underrepresented leaders and addresses the challenges faced by women, especially women of color, in organizations. It also emphasizes the need for organizations to invest in leadership development programs and create safe spaces for women to discuss their challenges.

Oct 31, 2023 • 31min
Women of Color in Leadership and Trauma at Work
In today's episode, I sit down with Marisol Solarte-Erlacher, M.A., LPC, a trauma expert and resilience consultant specializing in supporting women of color through post-traumatic growth.Together we break down: The differences between chronic stress, burnout, and trauma;How women of color in leadership can sustain themselves; And how we all can create more inclusive workplaces where all people can thrive. Related links include: Learn more about Marisol hereResilience and Resistance PodcastEpisode 304 featuring Robin DiAngelo, author of White FragilityThe Bossed Up Courage Community on FacebookBossed Up's Group on LinkedIn

Oct 24, 2023 • 12min
The Gender Confidence Gap Myth
You've heard the "stat" before: men tend to apply for jobs when they meet only 60% of the qualifications and women only once they reach 100% of them. We're supposed to conclude that women simply need more confidence to stretch outside their comfort zone, right? Wrong. In today's episode, I'm diving into the details and breaking down why perpetuating this myth is so harmful. Related links:HIRED: my job search acceleratorHBR: Why Women Don't Apply for Jobs Unless They're 100% Qualified2022 Study on Gender Differences in Response to Job AdvertsOur World in Data: Gender Gap in Leisure TimeThe Bossed Up Courage Community on FacebookThe Bossed Up Group on LinkedIn

Oct 17, 2023 • 34min
The jobs of America's next Silicon Valley
You may have heard lately about the importance of chips - also often referred to as microchips or semiconductors. Today's episode with Kylie Patterson, Senior Advisor for Opportunity and Inclusion at the US Department of Commerce, breaks down: why chips are so important;how our government is getting involved to spur growth and innovation, andhow we can ensure that our tax dollars that go towards creating the jobs of the future can remove obstacles along the way that have historically prevented under-represented groups from taking advantage of this industrial boom in STEM.Tune in now to learn more!Related links: CHIPS.govSign up for the CHIPS.gov newsletter hereThroughline podcast: Silicon IslandThe Bossed Up Courage Community on FacebookThe Bossed Up Group on Linkedin

Oct 12, 2023 • 16min
On Being White and Latina
In today's episode, I'm sharing my personal experience being white and Latina. This Hispanic Heritage Month, I feel compelled to talk more publicly about my relationship with race and ethnicity, and better understand the difference between the two.Related links:Blair Imani on Race vs. Ethnicity on InstagramLatinidad Is Cancelled - an essay on the problematic nature of "Latin" identityThe Bossed Up Courage Community on FacebookThe Bossed Up Group on Linkedin

Oct 3, 2023 • 17min
What Actually Creates Gender Equality at Work
I've spent the last 10 years helping women boss up - by getting hired, speaking up, and leveling up. I've worked with incredible organizations, activated allies, hell, I wrote the book on bossin' up and have been a featured speaker on stages across the globe. But still...it's not enough. In today's episode I'm sharing a big shift I'm navigating to make sure we're actually "lifting as we climb." Related links: Take Action Bossed Up for OrganizationsLevel UpSpeak UpHIREDLinkedIn study on persistent gender inequityPew data on persistent gender wage gapEp 417: The Truth About Women's Communication at WorkEp 167: How to Call People in (Or Out) at WorkEp 251: The Difference Between Assertive vs. Aggressive Communication

Sep 26, 2023 • 43min
The Top Struggles of High Achievers
On today's exceptionally raw and real episode, I sit down with Chris Castillo, mindset coach for high achievers and the Founder of Empowered Achievers. We break down the common ways high achievers can run into struggle, and unpack how to move through it with some on-the-spot coaching by Chris.Related links: Ep 138 with Chris: A Confusing Career ChangeRead that story about Jim Carey's dad in my book, Bossed UpFollow Chris on TikTokLearn more about Chris' programs on her website

Sep 19, 2023 • 34min
Interview Tips for Candidates with a Non-Traditional Background
Are you a job-seeker navigating a big career pivot? Interviewing with a "non-traditional" background can pose a challenge. In today's episode, I sit down with federal agent-turned-career coach, Crystal Barrow, to talk through these challenges and more: How to find the courage to make a big career pivotHow to explain your "non-traditional" background in the job interviewHow to deal with ageism, sexism, racism, and more systemic obstacles along the wayRelated links from today's discussion:HIRED: Bossed Up's Job Search AcceleratorTick HR Solutions: Embracing Non-Traditional Candidates: A Shift In RecruitingConnect with Crystal Barrow on Linkedinhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/crystalmbarrow/Follow Shape Your Success on FacebookFollow Shape Your Success on InstagramFollow Shape Your Success on TwitterGet instant access to Crystal's workshop, 5 Steps Driven Women Use to Transition to a Dream Job With More Flexibility While Getting Paid What They Deserve AND Without Giving Up Their Soul's PurposeJoin the Bossed Up Courage Community on FacebookJoin the Bossed Up Group on LinkedIn