Her Leading Story: What happens when talented and professional women find fulfilling work

27. Lessons in Leadership, Service, and Global Impact

 In this episode of Her Leading Story, Julie Artis interviews Dr. Cora Neumann, Chief Community Health Officer for the Native American Development Corporation and current candidate for Montana State Senate. With a career spanning public health, international diplomacy, and political activism, Cora shares how she navigated the challenges of balancing a career in service and with the needs of her family. From founding the First Ladies Initiative to working with rural and indigenous communities, Cora always leads with a focus on community needs - building initiatives together from the ground up.
Key Takeaways:
The importance of building community, especially when starting from scratch in unfamiliar environments.
The power of following your passion, focusing on what your community needs, and being open to unexpected opportunities.
How Cora founded the First Ladies Initiative to empower female leaders across Africa, and grew it into a global alliance working serving more than 70 first ladies around the world. 
Cora Neuman’s bio:
Dr. Cora Neumann is a public health practitioner, policy advocate and non-profit strategist. Cora has over twenty years of experience in the public, private, and non-profit sectors, including working at the U.S. State Department, the RAND Corporation, the Montana Public Health Institute, the Bush Institute, Care. com, and the World Health Organization. She currently serves as Chief Community Health Officer for the Native American Development Corporation. Throughout her career, she has designed strategies and brought together local, Tribal and national leaders to deliver quality, accessible health care and social services to underserved communities. In 2009, Cora launched the Global First Ladies Alliance in partnership with the offices of First Ladies Laura Bush and Michelle Obama, and has worked with more than 70 first ladies around the world to support their delivery of critical social services to their populations. Cora brings her sense of public service to her professional life, including serving on the board of Columbia University School of Public Health, Nitsiniikookit - a storytelling non-profit led by award-winning Blackfeet filmmakers Ivan and Ivy MacDonald, serving as a former regional Vice President of the Montana Public Health Association, and she is currently running for public office. Cora has a master’s degree in public health from Columbia University and doctorate in public health and development from the University of Oxford (topic: revitalization of Indigenous knowledge for public health). Cora grew up and is based in Bozeman, Montana surrounded by four generations of family, from her grandmother to her two children.
You can connect with Cora on her website, on Facebook, on LinkedIn, and on Instagram.
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Feedback or questions? I’d love to hear from you! Email: julie@julieartiscoaching.com 
Production Credits: Produced by Awkward Sage Media 

26. Career Pivots: How to talk about it when you’re in the messy middle

Guest: Bree Luck, Founder of Awkward Sage Media and podcast producer.
In this episode, Julie Artis and Bree Luck discuss how career comparison can lead to feelings of self-doubt and uncertainty. They discuss the challenges and opportunities presented by career transitions, or by following an unconventional career path.  They also share practical strategies to help you confidently navigate social situations where they may encounter questions about their professional pursuits.
How comparison can make us doubt ourselves and feel like we want to hide
Why career transitions often bring up a mix of vulnerability and excitement
The importance of believing in yourself, even when you're starting over
Actionable strategies for navigating social situations related to your career
Call to Action
Visit http://www.awkwardsagemedia.com to listen to great podcasts, including this one, and learn about Bree's resources for launching or growing your podcast.
Apply for FREE Resume Refresh Live Coaching: 
Click here to apply for a chance to work with Julie on your resume during a live podcast session.
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SCHEDULE A FREE CALL WITH JULIE: Voice Your Value Call  - Grab a spot on my calendar! 
 
FREE TOOLS 
Yep, free. Julie’s created a couple of free tools to help as you navigate your own leading role. Click the links below. 
Quiz: Is it time to make a career change? 
Feedback Scripts for Team Leaders - Five scripts that will help you deliver feedback that is supportive, motivating, AND will improve the performance and productivity of your team members. 
Feedback or questions? I’d love to hear from you! Email: julie@julieartiscoaching.com 
Production Credits: Produced by Awkward Sage Media 
 
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25. How to Thrive During Times of Transition and Change

Change, whether anticipated or unexpected, is an inevitable part of our lives and careers. Yes, it can be a source of anxiety or uncertainty…  but change also presents opportunities for growth. In this episode of Her Leading Story, I share an episode from Back Pocket Coach, where I spoke with Vicki Abelson about the power of embracing change and navigating career transitions.
Key Insights
The Power of Change: Change, while often initially perceived as negative, can act as a catalyst for personal and professional growth. 
Understanding Your Motivations (and your Colleague’s):  By understanding our own core motivations and those of the people we work with, we can build trust and create a more supportive work environment.
Navigating Expectations and Communication:  As leaders, it's important to communicate expectations clearly while also offering support and resources to help individuals and teams adapt effectively.
About Vicki Abelson
Vicki Abelson is an Executive Coach and Leadership Consultant who helps successful women overcome imposter syndrome so that they can have the courage to go after what they really want, in and out of the office. Vicki’s InstagramVicki’s LinkedIn
Vicki is running a 5 day challenge to Get Unstuck that you can find here.
 
 
Apply for FREE Resume Refresh Live Coaching: 
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SCHEDULE A FREE CALL WITH JULIE: Voice Your Value Call  - Grab a spot on my calendar! 
 
FREE TOOLS 
Yep, free. Julie’s created a couple of free tools to help as you navigate your own leading role. Click the links below. 
Quiz: Is it time to make a career change? 
Feedback Scripts for Team Leaders - Five scripts that will help you deliver feedback that is supportive, motivating, AND will improve the performance and productivity of your team members. 
Feedback or questions? I’d love to hear from you! Email: julie@julieartiscoaching.com 
Production Credits: Produced by Awkward Sage Media 

24: Revising your “Retro” Resume: Expert Tips for Mid-Career Women

In this solo episode, Julie addresses the ways resumes have changed over the years, how to tailor your resume to the specific job you seek, and how a career coach can support you as you refresh your resume.  
Key Takeaways
How Resumes Have Changed: Learn how resumes have changed due to technology, expectations, and the current emphasis on highlighting impact and accomplishments.
Moving Through Mindset Blocks: Address the emotional and mental roadblocks that emerge when editing your resume, like regret, frustration, avoidance, and doubt.  
Quantify Your Success: Learn how to frame your accomplishments in a data-driven, impactful way, even if your field doesn't rely on traditional sales metrics.
Do YOU need to update your resume?
Apply for FREE Resume Refresh Live Coaching: 
Click here to apply for a chance to work with Julie on your resume during a live podcast session.
CONNECT WITH JULIE
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SCHEDULE A FREE CALL WITH JULIE: Voice Your Value Call  - Grab a spot on my calendar! 
 
FREE TOOLS 
Yep, free. Julie’s created a couple of free tools to help as you navigate your own leading role. Click the links below. 
Quiz: Is it time to make a career change? 
Feedback Scripts for Team Leaders - Five scripts that will help you deliver feedback that is supportive, motivating, AND will improve the performance and productivity of your team members. 
Feedback or questions? I’d love to hear from you! Email: julie@julieartiscoaching.com 
Production Credits: Produced by Awkward Sage Media 

23. Tools for Growth: Figuring Out What You Want (Replay)

This week, we're revisiting an earlier solo episode of Her Leading Story.  I'll be digging a little deeper into some journaling and reflection exercises that will help you tune into yourself, to point the way to your next best career move.   
In this episode, I discuss:
How many of us are socialized to achieve and "climb the ladder"...  but how we can end up at mid-career doing work we don't truly find fulfilling.
Using the "decades" exercise for self-reflection to identify lifelong interests and patterns.
Paying attention to "energy and flow" to pinpoint activities and work aspects that energize you...as well as those that leave you feeling drained.
Let's dive back into these exercises together.
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FREE TOOLS 
Yep, free. Julie’s created a couple of free tools to help as you navigate your own leading role. Click the links below. 
Quiz: Is it time to make a career change? 
Feedback Scripts for Team Leaders - Five scripts that will help you deliver feedback that is supportive, motivating, AND will improve the performance and productivity of your team members. 
Feedback or questions? I’d love to hear from you! Email: julie@julieartiscoaching.com 
Production Credits: Produced by Awkward Sage Media 

22: Building a Better World through Financial Activism

In this episode, Julie interviews Amy Kaufman, founder of Studio Watershed. Amy shares her unique career path - from majoring in art, to working in Homeland Security, to founding Studio Watershed, a consulting firm that plays a pivotal role in scaling nonprofits and driving social change through strategic financial planning.
In this episode we discuss:
Amy’s early exposure to social service through volunteering and how it shaped her career aspirations, blending her interests in art, policy, and social impact.
How a variety of career experiences contributed to Amy’s expertise in finance, strategy, and her most recent venture into social impact consulting.
What inspired Amy to start  her consulting firm and Studio Watershed’s unique approach to assisting nonprofits in navigating financial challenges and opportunities for growth.
What being a financial activist means to Amy, and how it’s possible for anyone to align their financial decisions with their values.
AMY KAUFMAN BIO: Amy Kaufman is a financial activist and the heart and soul behind Studio Watershed. With more than two decades in the social sector, Amy's been leading positive change, weaving together strategy, scale, finance, and data in a way that makes real impact. Amy's all about deep partnerships and working towards social justice. Amy’s LinkedIn profile
Studio Watershed website
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SCHEDULE A FREE CALL WITH JULIE: Voice Your Value Call  - Grab a spot on my calendar! 
 
FREE TOOLS 
Yep, free. Julie’s created a couple of free tools to help as you navigate your own leading role. Click the links below. 
Quiz: Is it time to make a career change? 
Feedback Scripts for Team Leaders - Five scripts that will help you deliver feedback that is supportive, motivating, AND will improve the performance and productivity of your team members. 
Feedback or questions? I’d love to hear from you! Email: julie@julieartiscoaching.com 
Production Credits: Produced by Awkward Sage Media 
 

21: Stuck in a Career Rut? How to Open Yourself to New Opportunities

Join Julie Artis on this solo episode of Her Leading Story as she shares insights about her work with clients - and her own career.  If you feel stuck in your current role or unsure how to create the career you want, this episode is for you!  You'll walk away inspired and ready to open yourself up to new opportunities.
 
Key Takeaways
The importance of self-reflection and identifying your core strengths and values.
How to advocate for yourself with your boss and senior leadership.
How the "decades exercise" can help you unearth your true potential.
How you can create a mindset that looks for new opportunities rather than ignoring them. 
CONNECT WITH JULIE
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SCHEDULE A FREE CALL WITH JULIE: Voice Your Value Call  - Grab a spot on my calendar! 
 
FREE TOOLS 
Yep, free. Julie’s created a couple of free tools to help as you navigate your own leading role. Click the links below. 
Quiz: Is it time to make a career change? 
Feedback Scripts for Team Leaders - Five scripts that will help you deliver feedback that is supportive, motivating, AND will improve the performance and productivity of your team members. 
Feedback or questions? I’d love to hear from you! Email: julie@julieartiscoaching.com 
Production Credits: Produced by Awkward Sage Media 
 
If you enjoyed this episode, check out Episode 5 of Her Leading Story next!

20: Navigating Big Career Shifts: Lessons from a Recruiter

With Amanda Mayeux
This week, Julie interviews Amanda Mayeux, an executive recruiter in the tech industry. They discuss the evolution of Amanda’s career, especially how she moved from textiles, apparel, and merchandising into recruiting. Amanda also shares what it’s like to work as a recruiter and how she’s navigated working at a large tech organization. Finally, we discuss her plans to engage in executive coaching and career development.
Key Points Discussed:
Career Journeys: How an internship at Ralph Lauren led to a career pivot, and how Amanda navigated it.
Taking Risks: How Amanda has been able to step into the unknown, take risks, and bet on herself throughout her career.  
The Role of Recruiters: Amanda explains the difference between in-house and agency recruiters, and how each can play a pivotal role in your career development.
Navigating Career Shifts: Amanda discusses strategies for navigating through large organizations, including the importance of networking and mentors.
Gamification of Work: How Amanda gamified her work day to be more productive and enjoy her role more.   
Whether you're contemplating a career pivot or want to reflect on ways to reinvest in your current role, this episode offers a wealth of wisdom to guide you along the way.
AMANDA MAYEUX BIO
Amanda supports humans navigating their external environment as they ignite, evolve, and expand their inner environment. She has over 13 years' experience working alongside business leaders and growing companies of all sizes in the technology, advertising, marketing, and fashion industries. She has a bias for taking aligned action and a passion for optimizing a life that supports your unique goals and desires.
Amanda’s LinkedIn profile
Amanda’s website:  amandamayeux.com
CONNECT WITH JULIE
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SCHEDULE A FREE CALL WITH JULIE: Voice Your Value Call  - Grab a spot on my calendar! 
 
FREE TOOLS 
Yep, free. Julie’s created a couple of free tools to help as you navigate your own leading role. Click the links below. 
Quiz: Is it time to make a career change? 
Feedback Scripts for Team Leaders - Five scripts that will help you deliver feedback that is supportive, motivating, AND will improve the performance and productivity of your team members. 
Feedback or questions? I’d love to hear from you! Email: julie@julieartiscoaching.com 
Production Credits: Produced by Awkward Sage Media

19. How to be a better negotiator

In this solo episode, Julie shares tips for preparing for your next negotiation. She discusses how women, because of their socialization, may actually have an edge in negotiation. Julie also discusses strategies for building confidence, conducting research to strengthen your position, and how simple, neuroscience-based tools can calm and center you just before a high-stakes negotiation.  
 
00:38 The Importance of Negotiation Skills
02:17 The Gendered Aspect of Negotiation
04:51 Building Confidence for Negotiation
05:17 Understanding Your Strengths and Non-Negotiables
09:58 Neuroscience Tools to Calm Your Nervous System
13:29 The Power of Peripheral Vision
14:30 Conclusion and Invitation for Support
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SCHEDULE A FREE CALL WITH JULIE: Voice Your Value Call  - Grab a spot on my calendar! 
 
FREE TOOLS 
Yep, free. Julie’s created a couple of free tools to help as you navigate your own leading role. Click the links below. 
Quiz: Is it time to make a career change? 
Feedback Scripts for Team Leaders - Five scripts that will help you deliver feedback that is supportive, motivating, AND will improve the performance and productivity of your team members. 
Feedback or questions? I’d love to hear from you! Email: julie@julieartiscoaching.com 
Production Credits: Produced by Awkward Sage Media 

18: Live Coaching Session! Getting Promoted, Managing Time, and Setting Priorities

In this episode, Julie coaches a client navigating a *double* promotion within her company.  We discuss her new role, its focus on company growth, how to set goals for herself and the team, and how to prioritize. Listen in on this behind-the-scenes peek into an actual coaching call, and take away tips to effectively manage your time - in life and at work - even when you are feeling overwhelmed.
 
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SCHEDULE A FREE CALL WITH JULIE: Voice Your Value Call  - Grab a spot on my calendar! 
 
FREE TOOLS 
Yep, free. Julie’s created a couple of free tools to help as you navigate your own leading role. Click the links below. 
Quiz: Is it time to make a career change? 
Feedback Scripts for Team Leaders - Five scripts that will help you deliver feedback that is supportive, motivating, AND will improve the performance and productivity of your team members. 
Feedback or questions? I’d love to hear from you! Email: julie@julieartiscoaching.com 
Production Credits: Produced by Awkward Sage Media