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United States
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Inspiration meets practical advice in this podcast from the nation’s largest network of conferences for women in the workplace. For over 20 years, we’ve delivered insights from extraordinary women, such as Michelle Obama, Maya Angelou, Indra Nooyi, Elizabeth Gilbert, Serena Williams, and Brené Brown. Now, Women Amplified offers you a taste of the Conference each month to enjoy from the comfort of your own phone! Hosted by award-winning journalist Celeste Headlee, you can expect true stories and real-world advice from the most brilliant and successful women out there. We cover topics around leadership, career advancement, self-care, transitions and other relevant issues that women face. This is your go-to listening experience to help you navigate life in your career and at home and bring your best “you” to all that you do!
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@women_amplified
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English
Episodes
You Can Be A Healthy High-Achiever
6/23/2025
In this episode, leadership coach Sohee Jun explores how women can redefine success on their own terms, and move beyond the idea of trying to “have it all.” Sohee shares practical tools to identify burnout and build self-awareness; you’ll learn how to push back on your own toxic productivity, how to define your own success, […]
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Duration:00:28:03
Here’s How You Turn Managers Into Mentors
4/29/2025
In this episode, speaker and coach Naeemah Elias shares her vision for building meaningful mentorship in your organization. She’ll tell you why thoughtful mentorship is better for your people and for your company — and why you don’t need to worry that developing talent means losing it down the line. You’ll leave with scripts and […]
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Duration:00:38:16
It’s Time To Lead Like A Woman
3/26/2025
In this episode, speaker and executive coach Susanne Goldstein shares her philosophy on leading authentically. Too often, women in positions of power have to bend over backwards to fit into the stereotypical “leader” mold – but it doesn’t have to be that way. Susanne will share tips for bringing femininity and strength together, for leaning […]
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Duration:00:29:22
Sheryl Lee Ralph Won’t Give Up (And Neither Should You)
2/22/2025
In this episode, Sheryl Lee Ralph joins us to share her inspiring journey to “making it” in her 60s. In a wide-ranging interview, we talk about coping with political anxiety, speaking up for marginalized voices, and staying resilient in tough times. Listeners will walk away inspired by Sheryl’s story – and feeling empowered to write […]
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Duration:00:27:20
Start Your 2025 With Microjoys
1/31/2025
In this episode, Cyndie Spiegel shares the power of microjoys — her word for little moments of hope and creativity, buried in the day-to-day grind. Cyndie is an expert in positive psychology and community building, and her personal experience with tragedy taught her to focus in on the beauty that might be easy to miss. […]
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Duration:00:36:19
Start 2025 Inspired And Refreshed | Best of Women Amplified
12/23/2024
We’re off enjoying a break this holiday season — and we hope you’re getting a break, too — but we wanted to make sure you still had something to nourish your heart and mind during the holiday season. So, here’s a few episodes we did this year that you might want to revisit: We’ll see […]
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Duration:00:03:06
How To Practice Real Self-Care
11/8/2024
In this episode, Pooja Lakshmin shares her expertise on the power of self-care. As a mental health practitioner, Pooja knows where many of us tend to fall flat and steer ourselves toward burnout. Here, she’ll share tips for how to set meaningful boundaries at work, how to recognize what priorities really matter, and how to […]
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Duration:00:37:46
How to Leave Past Mistakes Behind | That's a Good Question
10/25/2024
PROBLEM: How do I overcome past professional mistakes (i.e. getting fired, performing poorly due to personal issues) with former employers and companies who may now be potential partners or clients, now that I’m a business owner? Delaware is a small state and I have been avoiding events (i.e. networking events, workshops, meetings) when I know […]
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Cutting Through DEI Squabble To Make Real Progress
10/11/2024
In this episode, Colette Phillips joins us to share her unique approach to diversity, equity and inclusion – or DEI – training. You’ll learn some of the leadership tips and tricks from her book, The Includers. And she’ll also share some best practices for making sure the DEI message doesn’t get lost in buzzwords and […]
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Duration:00:33:06
How to Navigate Age in a Multigenerational Workplace
9/6/2024
This episode features renowned leadership and DEI expert Carolina Caro who will explore ways to harness an age-diverse workforce in today’s multigenerational environment. She will offer tips to bridge the divide, address generational conflict and biases, and create a culture of inclusion where age is celebrated and respected. . This episode is essential for anyone […]
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Duration:00:31:14
When Is It Time To Quit A Job That’s Not Helping You Grow? | That’s A Good Question
8/23/2024
PROBLEM: I am grateful for my job and I am humbly proud to be a public service provider, but in my current role and at the end of the day, I am often left with feeling under-utilized and with my natural abilities and talents under-valued. After seven years and several productive conversations with management, my […]
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Duration:00:26:28
How to Make Your Next Move, Your Best Move
8/12/2024
This episode, which is a replay from the March 2024 National Conference for Women, features Career Expert and Author Kimberly Brown. She will walk us through her structured framework to help you develop a clear and effective career strategy, tailored to your short-term and long-term goals. This episode is crucial for anyone looking to regain control […]
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Duration:00:27:56
Managing Humans In the AI Revolution
7/26/2024
In this episode, Christie Smith — coauthor of the forthcoming book Essential — shares her ideas for the future of management. Distributed and remote teams are increasingly common models for work, and coupled with the massive boom in generative AI technology, it’s easy to lose touch with the more personal elements of being a manager. […]
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Duration:00:23:34
How to Be Taken Seriously | That’s a Good Question (Replay)
6/28/2024
PROBLEM: How do I manage being a young woman in a director level role? I find that it can be challenging in getting folks to take me seriously. I run a department of three offices with multiple full-time staff and oversee a critical area of compliance. While I don’t want to completely change how I […]
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Duration:00:21:58
Take Control of Your Stress Response
5/30/2024
In this episode, Jeff Benton shares a roadmap for self-evolution — and for changing your feelings from the enemies of ease to a superpower in all areas of life. Jeff channeled tragedy in his personal life into success, confidence, and strength; now, his company, Paragon Performance Evolution, teaches those principles on the individual and team […]
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Duration:00:34:37
Tap into Your Inner Genius and Progress Your Career
5/16/2024
This episode features The Karma of Success author Liz Tran, a pioneer in blending spirituality with practical strategies for personal and professional growth. She will share insights to help you recognize your core competencies, understand your motivators, and offer ways to manage your strengths effectively. With a mix of advice and inspiration, you will leave […]
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Duration:00:29:08
How To Deal – And Heal – With Your Money
4/20/2024
In this episode, Kara Stevens — AKA the Frugal Feminista and author of Heal Your Relationship with Money — brings her signature honesty and compassion to a candid conversation about all things money. Learn the tactical ways you can save, invest, build wealth and retire, without sacrificing today. And explore how your emotional relationship with money is impacting your […]
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Duration:00:34:20
The Art & Science of Effective Communication
4/3/2024
In this episode, join Hillary Wicht, an acclaimed expert in executive leadership coaching, as she explores the art of communication. Discover the hidden “power leaks” that undermine influence, and learn practical strategies to overcome them. With Hillary’s guidance, listeners will learn how to build trust, ensure their voices are heard, and gain respect for their […]
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Duration:00:44:40
Secrets to a Successful Interview
3/13/2024
In today’s competitive job landscape, acing an interview is more challenging than ever. Anna Papalia, seasoned HR expert and author of the transformative guide Interviewology, brings a game-changing approach to mastering interviews. In this enlightening conversation, uncover the pivotal role of self-awareness, and why standard advice often misses the mark. Explore the four distinct interview […]
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Duration:00:27:32
Feeding the Soul: A Conversation with José Andrés and Laysha Ward
2/2/2024
This episode features an extraordinary conversation between chef and humanitarian José Andrés and Target strategic advisor Laysha Ward. Andrés’s work with World Central Kitchen recently earned him a nomination for the Nobel Peace Prize. In this conversation, which was recorded at the 2023 Pennsylvania Conference for Women, we’ll hear about his work fighting hunger, the […]
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Duration:00:29:47