

No More Mondays
Angie Callen
No More Mondays is your permission slip to ditch the Sunday Scaries and build a career—and life—you actually want.
Hosted by Angie Callen, founder of The Modern Coach and Career Benders, this show delivers energetic conversations, real stories, and practical strategies to help you navigate work, leadership, and business with clarity and confidence.
Whether you're a coach, a leader, or a high-achieving pro craving more alignment, you'll get actionable tools, smart insights, and a weekly dose of motivation to help you make bold, values-driven moves.
From mindset shifts and entrepreneurial growth to career transitions and executive presence, No More Mondays is where ambition meets authenticity...and success gets defined on your terms.
Hosted by Angie Callen, founder of The Modern Coach and Career Benders, this show delivers energetic conversations, real stories, and practical strategies to help you navigate work, leadership, and business with clarity and confidence.
Whether you're a coach, a leader, or a high-achieving pro craving more alignment, you'll get actionable tools, smart insights, and a weekly dose of motivation to help you make bold, values-driven moves.
From mindset shifts and entrepreneurial growth to career transitions and executive presence, No More Mondays is where ambition meets authenticity...and success gets defined on your terms.
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Oct 16, 2025 • 4min
The Spice Girl Rule for Clarity and Action: Midweek Momentum with Terry Weaver
In this Double Shot from my conversation with Terry Weaver, we explore what he calls “The Spice Girl Rule” — a simple (and surprisingly fun) way to uncover what you really, really want. Terry shares how asking the right questions can help us move from dreaming to doing, and why most people never actually start their thing. This short, high-energy clip is your reminder that clarity isn’t complicated — it just takes honesty and a little action. 🎧 Listen to the full episode here: https://nomoremondays.libsyn.com

Oct 13, 2025 • 43min
Humanizing Communication: How to Speak With People (Not At Them) with Jason Raitz
Average communication costs us more than we think. Trust, opportunities, and connection...the list goes on. In this episode of No More Mondays, Angie Callen sits down with Jason Raitz, founder of Speak With People, to explore how leaders and professionals can transform the way they communicate. From building bridges instead of walls to turning curiosity into your biggest leadership advantage, this episode is your masterclass in human-first communication. 💬 What you’ll learn: Why communication isn’t just about being effective, it’s about being human The difference between speaking with vs. at people How empathy and curiosity build stronger teams Why listening to understand creates better relationships and results If you’ve ever wondered how to connect more authentically with your team, clients, or community — this one’s for you. 🔗 Learn more about Speak With People: https://www.speakwithpeople.com 🔗 Connect with Jason on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonraitz 🔗 Follow Angie Callen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angiecallen #leadership #communication #authenticity #empathy #humansstillmatter

Oct 6, 2025 • 40min
The Unlikely Gift of Adversity: Finding Purpose Through Challenge with Diane M. Simard
What if adversity didn’t just test you but transformed you? In this week’s episode of No More Mondays, Angie Callen sits down with Diane M. Simard, business strategist, author, and mental health advocate, to talk about the unexpected clarity and purpose that can emerge from life’s hardest seasons. Diane’s journey from corporate leadership to championing mental health reform reveals how challenge can become a catalyst for change—and how embracing vulnerability can lead to authentic impact. 💡 In this episode: How adversity can reveal hidden purpose Moving beyond “before” identities to define your next chapter The power of choosing growth over fear Why humanity and strategy belong together in leadership and life If you’ve ever faced a crossroads and wondered how to rebuild, this conversation is your reminder that transformation often starts in the moments that shake us most. 🎧 Listen now for a grounded, empowering take on resilience, reinvention, and what it means to live with purpose. #resilience #leadership #authenticity #growth #humansstillmatter

Oct 2, 2025 • 5min
Stop Hiding, Share the Message: Midweek Momentum with Sebastian Rusk
In this Double Shot from my conversation with Sebastian Rusk, we get a bold reminder to stop sitting on the sidelines and start sharing our ideas. Sebastian’s famous line — “Podcasts suck if you don’t have one” — isn’t really just about podcasting. It’s about showing up, putting your message into the world, and letting it reach the people who need it most. Whether it’s a podcast, a blog, or even a simple post, the world can’t benefit from what we never share. 🎧 Listen to the full episode here.

Sep 29, 2025 • 37min
From Command to Connection: Modern Leadership with Christopher Sprague
Forceful, command-and-control leadership isn’t just outdated; it’s limiting results. In this episode of No More Mondays, Angie Callen sits down with Christopher Sprague, CEO of Enluma Leadership Group, to explore why extraordinary performance comes from putting people first. Drawing on his Fortune 100 experience and his work at Enluma, Chris shares why trust, empathy, and vulnerability drive results that intimidation never will. 🎧 What you’ll learn in this episode: Why forceful leadership breeds mediocrity How trust and empathy unlock performance The shift from intimidation to inspiration What modern leadership must look like for the next generation ✨ Key Takeaway: Extraordinary results are possible when leaders put people first. 🔗 Connect with Christopher Sprague: LinkedIn | Enluma Leadership Group 🔗 Connect with Angie Callen: LinkedIn

Sep 24, 2025 • 4min
Your Mission Is More Important Than Your Mug: Midweek Momentum with Ryan Koral
In this Double Shot from my conversation with Ryan Koral, we dig into a challenge most of us face: comparison. Ryan shares how he overcame the excuses and insecurities that were holding him back from creating content by focusing on his mission instead of his appearance. *Your mission is more important than your mug* It’s a powerful reminder that when we lead with purpose, consistency follows. 🎧 Listen to the full episode here:!

Sep 22, 2025 • 38min
Say Yes: Building Careers and Communities Through Connection with Greg Wasserman
What still moves the needle in a world of AI, ghosting, and endless cold emails? Real human connection. In this episode of No More Mondays, Angie Callen sits down with Greg Wasserman, Head of Relationships at RSS.com and a master of the warm introduction. From Yahoo sales to startup community-building, Greg has spent more than 20 years proving that every opportunity, deal, and idea starts with a person. We explore why networking is about trust (not transactions), how community drives revenue and retention, and why saying “yes” can transform your career path. Plus, Greg breaks down the underrated “karma bank” of generosity and introductions. If you’ve ever wondered how to grow your career or business without losing your humanity, this conversation is your blueprint. Show Notes: Networking as trust, not transactions How community creates ROI and loyalty Why saying “yes” can change your trajectory The power of the “karma bank” of introductions Connect with Greg Wasserman: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregwasserman Connect with Angie Callen: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angiecallen

Sep 17, 2025 • 11min
The Rhetoric Triangle Every Leader Needs: Midweek Momentum with Cindy Skalicky
In this Double Shot from my conversation with Cindy Skalicky, we dig into Aristotle’s timeless rhetoric triangle: ethos (credibility), pathos (emotion), and logos (logic), and how blending all three makes our communication more persuasive and memorable. Cindy explains why stories often beat data, how leaders can connect more deeply with their audience, and why the best ideas are those people can actually act on. It’s a short but powerful framework for anyone who wants their message to truly resonate. 🎧 Listen to the full episode here: https://nomoremondays.libsyn.com/171-storytelling-strategy-the-science-of-persuasion-with-cindy-skolicki

Sep 15, 2025 • 35min
How Curiosity and Authenticity Fuel Entrepreneurship with Alyssa Nolte
What if Mondays didn’t have to mean dread, burnout, or bending to someone else’s rules? In this week’s episode of No More Mondays, I sit down with Alyssa Nolte, CEO of True View and host of Taking Back Monday, to talk about curiosity, choice, and the messy truths of entrepreneurship. Alyssa shares her path from commission-only startup life to serial entrepreneur, why curiosity can be a superpower, and how authenticity beats shock-value marketing every time. We also tackle the idea that not making a choice is still a choice, and why agency is the key to taking back Mondays for good. 👉 What you’ll learn in this episode: Why curiosity often matters more than experience How fear shapes our relationship with Mondays (and how to reframe it) The difference between authenticity and “shock value” marketing Why leaders who try to do everything themselves hold others back If you’ve ever felt stuck in the Sunday Scaries, this conversation is your reminder that you have more agency than you think, and that even dead houseplants can teach us something about humility. Show Notes & Links: Connect with Alyssa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alyssanolte Listen to Taking Back Monday: https://alyssanolte.com/podcast/ Follow Angie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angiecallen Free Core Values Exercise: https://themoderncoach.co/corevalues

Sep 8, 2025 • 33min
Deliberate Evolution: Burnout, Balance & The Ecology of Leadership with Dan Capello:
Burnout isn’t just about your job; it’s about the person doing the work. This week on No More Mondays, I’m joined by returning guest Dan Capello, coach, speaker, and author of Deliberate Evolution (with his upcoming book The Unprocessed Life on the way). Dan shares his fresh perspective on why we can’t “rest our way out” of burnout and introduces frameworks that help us heal at the root. We dive into: 🌱 How to uncover your unique “burnout fingerprint” 🍽️ The Kitchen Blueprint for building balance into daily life 🔬 Why Dan calls his approach the Ecology of Leadership If you’ve been running on empty or stuck in cycles of stress, this conversation will give you the clarity, tools, and inspiration to start fresh. 👉 Grab the free Core Values Exercise: https://themoderncoach.co/corevalues