You Belong in the C-Suite

Our guest today is the perfect example of what elevating businesses and the capability of people to achieve new levels of performance look like. Her name is Deb Coviello, and she is the founder of Illumination Partners, LLC - a consulting firm that helps leaders navigate change and reach peace of mind in their businesses. Throughout this conversation, you'll hear Deb talk about how your core values influence the way you lead and impact your organization, a personal story of what needed to change within her to make her team perform to a higher potential, the impact of the great resignation, and more. Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

In today's episode, Laura is joined by financial advisor, wealth and money mindset coach, Natalie Bullen. Natalie is the owner of Unapologetic Wealth - a coaching and consulting firm that helps women and marginalized communities create the wealth they deserve and desire. To say that you're in for a treat doesn't do justice to this episode. Natalie's storytelling skills and lively conversation will bring you to a place of gleefulness as she talks about money mindset, how to be more proactive in our financial lives, inherited beliefs about money, and so many other interesting facts about how we perceive money in both our personal and professional lives. Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

The challenges of the pandemic have brought quite a few outcomes in society such as the way we live, coexist, and of course work. However, not all of us were ready for such unforeseen changes, and organizations and leaders weren't the exception. Today on the show, we welcome DEI advocate and thought leader, Joe Santana. Throughout the conversation, you'll hear Joe share some dynamic stories, stats, and facts about the future of the workforce, the behaviors organizations need to embrace to succeed in today's business landscape, the different dimensions of work as a result of the pandemic, concrete examples on how leaders can prepare for potential outcomes, and more. If you are looking for an up-to-date, informed approach to what the future holds for organizations, leaders, and employees, this episode is for you. Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

As you've heard us mention before, the mission of Laura's company - The Catch Group is to bring more authenticity and diversity to the top jobs at organizations. We are excited to highlight this Listener Favorite episode with Tracy Renee Williams, the VP of Learning & Development for the Valence BONDS program, a membership program that develops black professionals and aspiring leaders through coaching, community, and curriculum. We hope you enjoy this episode as it is one of the most listened-to episodes of the podcast! Don't forget to join the movement and support one black emerging executive. Visit www.eachonereach.org and valence.community to learn more. Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

If you've been a longtime listener of the show, you know Laura is a huge proponent of building a life and career aligned with our values. Through her free resources and programs, she helps high-achieving women live a more fulfilled life. A solid foundation of what you stand for can make a big difference when it comes to prioritizing your life and career. And this is exactly what she wants to share with you today. Laura learns best by getting examples and in today's episode, she wants to share a few on how she prioritizes with her values in mind. Listen until the end to find out about what inspires her and how she combines this inspiration with her aspirations and values to live a more meaningful life. Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

In today's episode, we welcome intrapreneur, innovator, and tech expert - William Adams. William is currently the Technical Advisor to Microsoft's CTO, Kevin Scott. What does a technical advisor do - you ask? William helps Microsoft do better as an organization by focusing on stronger ways to bring people into the company, growing their careers, and making them more effective. During this conversation, Laura and William cover the fascinating aspects of his unique role, what his leadership philosophy is, the four directives every thriving leader should understand, and much more! Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

Welcome to the second season of the You Belong in The C-Suite podcast! We kick off the year with a profound conversation on human connection, empathy, and the transformative power of self-awareness. In today's episode, you will hear Laura and Shari discuss the importance of consciously recognizing similarities between the situations of others and our own past experiences, why separating ourselves from negative incidents is so helpful in uncovering our authentic selves, how false beliefs imposed by society affect our relationships, and much more! Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

Welcome to the final episode of season 1 of the You Belong in The C-Suite podcast. In today's episode, Laura shares a sneak peek of what's coming up in season 2. There are a number of great things happening in 2022 and we can't wait for you to be a part of it! From solo episodes to more new and interesting guests that'll teach you how to grow your career and achieve long-lasting success, to the release of Laura's book - Values First: How Knowing Your Core Beliefs Can Get You The Life And Career You Want, which will be coming out in the spring of 2022, you can expect a whole new suite of great content starting in January. We are taking a short break to rest and recharge, and we urge you to do the same! Thank you for showing your support. We will see you next year. Until then, remember...your leadership belongs here, you belong in the c-suite. Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

Rose Kennedy once said: "Life isn't a matter of milestones, but of moments". Today, on episode 41 of the You Belong in the C-Suite podcast we're celebrating both. We're celebrating our first season but most importantly we're celebrating all the positive influence and moments we've come to experience thanks to our guests and listeners. We're also highlighting some of our top downloaded episodes as well as some of Laura's favorite interviews! These episodes are full of actionable tips and tools to lead with your values and help you make the right move in your career, so we urge you to go back and listen to them if you haven't already. Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

2022 is right around the corner, and most likely, the time to share what you and your team have accomplished this year has arrived as part of your performance management process. Throughout her career, Laura has seen multiple year-end reviews and in today's episode, she shares some handy tips on how to best reflect on and communicate your achievements. This episode is the perfect tool to learn how to stop minimizing your hard work, account for early big wins, and show off your results through your authentic leadership! Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

Are you taking care of yourself? As the year comes to an end, it is important to make sure that not only our professional goals are achieved but that our personal needs are met as well. We've worked hard during the last 12 months, and as leaders, executives, or members of an organization, the demand never seems to cease. And it most likely never will. This is why setting the appropriate boundaries to avoid burnout and make room for the things we enjoy is so important! This is one of the favorite episodes from the podcast and we thought it would be a nice reminder with the holidays being so close. Take a step to do one thing for yourself today and enjoy the episode! Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

Working moms face a long list of challenges and it's no secret teary morning drop-offs are included in it. The tears, anxiety, and sometimes even guilt remain after a long day of work while children wonder what mommy does after she disappears for the day. Both Laura and Jossy know what it's like to build a successful career while caring for a family, and in today's episode, they discuss all the intricacies of being professional women and mothers. If you are a mother in the workforce looking to strengthen a sense of togetherness with your children while building your career, listen to this entire episode, and don't forget to check out Jossy's book! Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

Do you have a hard time recognizing your own accomplishments or feeling comfortable when talking about them to others? Today's episode is a game-changer when it comes to bragging, as our guest, Meredith Fineman debunks the negative connotation of this word. Fineman has decades of experience teaching professionals how to strategically and cohesively project their work so that the right people notice it in a way that plays to their strengths. As she mentions, "a brag is a strategic piece of information to get what you want. It's not only about what you've done but also about how you're delivering it and how you're making someone feel and advocate for you". Throughout this episode, you'll hear Fineman outline the key elements of effective bragging, how to inspire and benefit others by sharing your accomplishments, and how to model a culture of healthy pride in which bragging isn't seen as something shameful. Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

Today on the show we welcome the founder of Dyvergent Consulting Group, LLC, and leadership & DE&I Consultant, Kerry Rosado. During this conversation, Laura and Kerry cover a lot of ground. Kerry opens up about what inspired her to help leaders have a better understanding of what diversity and inclusion really mean and how they can make this part of their teams' culture. She also shares what it means to go from compliance to implementing diversity and inclusion best practices as well as the organizational changes required to make the D&I achievements sustainable. Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

In today's episode, Laura tackles the process of creating a strategic budget plan for you and your team. She goes over the line items you should include in it as well as how harnessing your relationships with your finance partners when creating one may you up for success. We hope this episode helps you feel more confident when diving into the annual budgeting process, grow awareness and create a consistent stream of development within your team! Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

Today, we're excited to have on the show, transformation artist and startup culture expert, Katie McLaughlin. In this conversation, Laura and Katie talk about how intentionality helps build thriving workplace cultures. They dive deep into how as a leader, staying connected to your team has a direct impact on business outcomes, and how leveraging data from other areas of your company can assist in how you show up for your team. When you're a leader, every interaction counts. Building intentional moments by finding ways to stay connected with your team isn't as hard as you may think. Listen until the end of this episode and start building a prosperous work culture among your peers today! Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

In today's episode of the You Belong in the C-Suite podcast, Laura welcomes Dr. Amy Beacom and Sue Campbell to talk about their book, The Parental Leave Playbook. If you are a soon-to-be parent getting ready to go on a hiatus, a leader looking to accommodate your employees' parental needs, or curious to learn how to transition well to enjoy this new stage of life, you have got to keep listening! Our guests dive deep into how parental leave policies perpetuate the gender gap, the cultural differences in the matter between the United States and other countries, how knowing your values is the first step toward creating a parental leave plan, and more! All of this with the goal of empowering parents throughout this new chapter of their lives, and helping them align with the kind of family they want to be. Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

As a leader, how can you acquire the perspective you need to better understand your people and shift from seeing things through your leadership lens to seeing things through the eyes of those you lead? Our guest today is leadership expert, Zoë Routh. With over 30+ years of experience, Zoë has helped companies from different parts of the world develop the skills and strategies needed to build better places to work. Join Laura and Zoë as they discuss the different aspects of advanced leadership thinking, how you can become a more productive leader, and the essential skills you need to think more strategically. If you're looking to develop yourself to be a more compassionate leader, we know you'll LOVE this episode! So, what are you waiting for? Let's dive in! Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

In today's episode, Laura delves into why you should know your company's annual operating plan, how you may create a roadmap to your success as a leader, and the importance of bringing your team along the journey in a transparent, inclusive way. Throughout this solo episode, you'll also hear our host discuss how sticking to your values will allow you to show up authentically as a leader and provide a strategic plan of your own. Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

Our guest today is executive coach, Diana Lowe, whose expertise has helped aspiring leaders and leaders develop their interpersonal intelligence, personal influence, and communication. In this episode, Laura and Diana discuss the impact organizational cultures have on emotional intelligence and how developing this skill can be the differentiator in leadership. We learned a lot about the characteristics of emotionally intelligent leaders through practical, real-life examples from Diana, and we know you'll love the valuable information she shares in this episode. Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

In this solo episode, Laura talks about how surrounding yourself with a group of trusted partners can help you thrive at work, live in line with your values, and hold yourself accountable. She also shares why being part of a peer group has been crucial to her success and encourages us to build a support system with like-minded people in which we can find advice, share perceptions, and learn from the successes and failures of others. Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

This episode is all about building a powerful leadership message that allows you to communicate your vision confidently while staying true to yourself! Throughout the conversation, you will hear Laura and Robin talk about how to achieve clarity and authenticity in your communication (verbal and physical), what visibility and leadership have in common, how to align your message with your core values, and so much more. Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

In today's conversation, Laura and Vivian explore the different angles of DEI, how they are perceived in other parts of the world, and what leaders, organizations, and employees can do to build a more inclusive environment at the workplace. Plus, Vivian provides practical analogies on the components companies need to make DEI a tangible reality from the inside out. Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

In today's conversation, Dr. Mira Brancu gives a masterclass on how to successfully navigate politics in the workplace. If you've ever wondered whether it's possible to do politics with integrity while honoring your values and making a positive impact on those around you, this episode is for you. Dr. Brancu begins by sharing her experience dealing with politics in the early stages of her career. She then delves into what we can do to understand organizational systems, shares tips on how to lead positive problem-solving processes, how to identify people who don't have official positions but still have leader's ears, what to do when you've tried everything and your office has become a toxic environment, and so much more. Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

In today's episode, Laura brings a new approach to the typical type-A leader and talks about what the new generations are craving when it comes to leadership. What type of leadership style do you identify yourself with? Regardless of your answer, know that leading with your values and being your authentic self can not only yield amazing results for you and others but also build a supportive culture around the things that matter the most to you! Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

Talking about our own achievements at work may seem unnatural to some. Some would rather quietly perform their roles and fly under the radar before talking boastfully about their accomplishments. However, if one is to be noticed, waiting for your performance to tell the story may not be an effective way to get other people's attention. So, should your work speak for itself or should you do it? Today's episode is all about boosting your visibility at work and being in control of your career. Our guest, Kim Welcome brings a delightful amount of actionable tips, tools, and examples on shifting your mindset for success, ways to build your personal brand at work, how to excel as an introvert, and more. Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

What's holding you back in your career? Is it that experience that you think you need before moving to a new role? Or perhaps the lack of confidence that keeps you from owning the space you already belong in? Today's episode is the pep talk you need to get closer to what you want! It is an invitation to reflect and take action on your career. During this solo episode, Laura shares some of the most common roadblocks the high-achieving leaders that she coaches face and how you can overcome them to advance in your career. You've gained experience along the way. Now you're ready to take your career to the next level. Get rid of those limiting beliefs and apply for that new position. Now is a perfect time. You belong there. Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

In today's episode, Laura welcomes conscious influencer and DEI executive, Rachel Lauren, to discuss the ins and outs of Diversity, Inclusion and Equity (DEI) strategies, how leaders can influence in strategic ways to be more inclusive, and how organizations and leaders can lead in the DEI space. You will hear how Rachel's journey to becoming a voice for the voiceless began and how being a Black woman in America has shaped her experience and led her to the work she is doing today. We hope this conversation helps you contribute to the creation of a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture within your organization. Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

Today, Laura welcomes Alex Gilbert to chat about inclusion and self-advocacy for people with ADHD and learning disabilities in the workplace. Alex focuses on helping people with learning disabilities figure how to navigate their workloads and help them reach their highest potential. Having been diagnosed with dyslexia at the age of 8, Alex knows the impact of learning disabilities is not restricted to childhood and has experienced firsthand how adults with these disorders often face unique challenges at work. In today's episode, you will hear Laura and Alex talk about how companies can be more receiving of people with LD, tools, and resources these can provide to ease their way back into the office, why being inclusive benefits everyone, and more. Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

Join Laura and New York Times best-selling author, Dr. Vince Molinaro as they geek out on leadership development and the importance of accountability within the organizations. Throughout this conversation, Dr. Molinaro shares real-life experiences and turning points in his career, talks about the collective impact leaders have in an organization, dives deep into how to stop wasting energy on dualities in an organization, and so much more. Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

In today's episode, Laura talks about the great resignation, a term coined by associate professor of management at Texas A&M University, Anthony Klotz, referring to the exits of massive amounts of employees due to the life-changing period people have experienced during the pandemic. The world is changing, and this imminent event will bring more shifts and challenges to the organizations as people's perspectives and priorities realign. Listen until the end of this episode to learn how to successfully navigate this time of change. Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

In today's episode, Laura covers the importance of saying no and how practicing this can positively affect your personal and professional life. She shares stories of moments in her career where saying yes wasn't an option, how she gracefully handled these situations, and how you can do it too! Think of this episode as your guilt-free guide to saying no. Whether you are a people pleaser or simply feel uncertain of what the other person's response will be, Laura has got you covered! Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

If you're looking to land your next best opportunity with an optimized LinkedIn profile and clear strategic direction, this episode is for you! Today's episode was inspired by a question from a member of our community: How important is it to show up on LinkedIn? Where do I even get started after not having a presence for years? Our guest today is LinkedIn strategist, Adriane Simpson. She is the CEO and founder of The LinkedIn Pros and career coach for six-figure professionals and small businesses. Throughout this rich conversation, Adriane shares actionable tips to make sure your LinkedIn profile works while you sleep. She delves into the recommended amount of positions you should apply for each week while setting boundaries during your career search. She also talks about how to make your profile more searchable, the benefits of joining groups, the difference between a resume and a LinkedIn profile, and more! Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

In this episode, Laura delves into the top 3 reasons giving and receiving feedback is so beneficial! She dives deep into how giving feedback creates space for tough conversations, how it helps set expectations and mutual understanding, and how by providing feedback you are setting others up for success! Receiving feedback, on the other hand, has an incredible impact on our performance! You'll hear Laura discuss how this can deepen relationships and how it can even lead to the next right action. Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

Today on the show, Laura welcomes book author, global thought leader, and senior faculty member at one of the world's leading business schools, G. Richard Shell. During this conversation, Richard goes into detail on the close relationship between values and conflict. He delves into his tactical approach when it comes to conflict resolution in the workplace, why values are our best guide in times of crisis, shares what inspired him to write his book The Conscience Code: Lead with Your Values. Advance Your Career, and much more! Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

A sponsor is someone willing to advocate for you and use his or her influence to move your career forward within an organization. Someone willing to put their credibility and reputation on the line while bringing your name up in those high-level talent development discussions that take place behind closed doors. Join Laura and Mark on episode 14 to learn about the difference between mentorship and sponsorship, the 3 behaviors of leading on purpose, how to differentiate potential and talent, and hold people to high standard performance. Additionally, if you're looking for a sponsor, learn what you need to make sure you're a good sponsee and what you should expect from that relationship. Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

When was the last time you checked in with yourself? When was the last time you evaluated your feelings and well-being? We're almost at the end of this quarter and it's a great time to reflect on the things that either align with who we are or represent a hindrance to our personal and professional development. In today's episode, Laura walks us through her self-reflection process, the benefits she has found in re-visiting her values every 90 days, and shares a few examples of how she achieves balance by sticking to her values and recalibrating when things need to be adjusted. Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

Today, we're excited to welcome Dr. Merary Simeon to the show. Dr. Merary is a native of Puerto Rico who moved to New Jersey in her teenage years. She is the first person in her family to graduate from high school, college, build a career in corporate America, and most recently obtain a doctorate degree. In today's episode, she shares her number one motivation for self-betterment, how she balances motherhood and her successful career, the purpose behind her podcast Color Forward, and about the new book, Radical Woman. Lastly, we dive deep into how she lives her values and the boundaries she has in place to live those every day. Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

In today's episode, Laura is joined by the talented Tracy Reneé Williams. Tracy is the CEO of LDC Concepts, where they help you unlock the magic of emotional intelligence and the power of communication. She is also the Vice President of Learning and Development at the Valence community - an organization which mission is to create new paths to success for black professionals. She is here today to talk about her values and leadership roles as well as the importance of creating a safe space for black professionals, embracing diversity, peer community, diversity, and inclusion for executives. Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

Today on the show, Laura welcomes artist and interior designer, Brittany Lyons. From color palette recommendations to bed linen types, Brittany focuses on curating a space that nurtures relaxation through peaceful, functional design. This fun conversation is a bit different from the leadership content you're used to hearing. However, it contains great actionable steps to help you bring peace and calm into your work and home spaces. Throughout this episode, Laura and Brittany discuss how keeping boundaries and being aligned with our values are closely related to our physical surroundings as these can serve as a trigger for intentional peace and rest. Brittany also shares her opinion on whether it is recommended to have a TV in your room, the importance of having not only designated spaces but days to recharge and practice self-care, and much more! Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

Who are your Most Valuable Partnerships, or your MVPs? Your everyday partnerships and collaborations can help you build valuable skills and advance your career. In today's episode, Laura talks about the three most important relationships that have helped her most to build her career as an executive and in the C-suite. She delves into why HR is an integral part of the business, how your finance partners can collaborate with you on getting a project funded, and her experience working with external vendors and how this benefited the entire organization, and much more! Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

Do you work for a non-profit, consulting or in corporate? Then you are technically working for someone else. If you are waiting for someone else to guide your career - a manager, a mentor, human resources - you might be getting some great advice and tools, but if you want action, you have to own it for yourself! In today's episode, Laura talks about owning your career by investing in yourself and shares some of the best free and low cost options for career development. Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

Maddy is a corporate marketer by day and a passionate nonprofit leader nights and weekends. She is also the founder of Dallas Hero's Project, an organization that helps nonprofits tell their stories and expand their reach. In today's episode, Laura and Maddy discuss what it is like to lead a purpose-driven life both inside and outside of work by utilizing her skills to positively impact the world and creating space for others to follow. Maddy is the perfect example of how to stop waiting to show up as an impactful leader and live your values in both your life and career! Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

In today's episode, Laura gets very authentic as she takes us back to just after graduate school. A decisive moment in her life and career where she first encountered this feeling. Dealing with imposter syndrome isn't necessarily a one-time thing you can just check off your list. Even after 15 years working as a leader and executive, Laura experienced it and successfully battled it again. Her perseverance in not allowing imposter syndrome hinder her success is proof that we all can overcome it and become the best version of ourselves by focusing on our worth and values, rather than on the lies it makes us believe. Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

In today's episode, Laura is joined by the amazing Arlene Pace Green. Arlene is an Organizational Psychologist and Consultant, Executive Coach, and Leadership Development Speaker. Her mission is to help people identify and achieve their greatest aspirations. Arlene is here today to talk about her new book You Deserve to Love Your Job, her personal journey to getting there and how we can live an abundant and joyful life, because we certainly CAN have it all! Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

Undoubtedly, working from home has its benefits. But what happens when there are no separate locations for home and work? Today, Laura shares her own experience with this challenging reality. While she doesn't believe in work-life balance as an achievable outcome, she does recommend going back to our values and setting boundaries to create priorities. Throughout this episode, you'll hear her talk about the benefits of putting in transition times throughout your day, creating a physical boundary between work and home, how setting intentions for the next day can help reduce anxiety, and so much more! Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

Today, Laura is chatting with Jay Cone and Lisa Weaver from Unstuck Minds. Unstuck Minds is a firm focused on helping leaders find compassion and creative solutions when they feel uncertain and overwhelmed. Throughout this episode, you'll hear them talk about Jay's and Lisa's biggest strengths and how they bring them to life in the work that they do, the importance of being deliberate in this time of chaos, four disciplines/SCAN framework to get unstuck and guide leaders, and much more! Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

In today's episode, Laura talks about the one thing that has helped her the most in her career. Having served as a leader in top executive positions for a variety of companies, our host has experienced firsthand the importance of discovering and choosing our core values, those fundamental beliefs that allow us to make decisions, set boundaries, and determine what is important to us so we can move towards the life we want to live. Throughout this episode, you'll hear Laura talk about the process she's gone through to discover her values, a few questions you can ask yourself to discover yours, what fuels her desire to help others reach their potential, and more! Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the resources mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and not in control of your time? Do you constantly experience burnout and struggle to cope with life demands? Then it's probably time for you to learn how to set boundaries! In today's episode, Laura delves into the concept of setting boundaries. She shares her own experience balancing responsibilities with life and work and walks us through 3 steps to tangibly set boundaries. Laura believes that by creating a clear boundary-based system rooted in our values, we can set realistic expectations for ourselves and encourage others to put boundaries into their work too. She also emphasizes the fact that boundaries can evolve and change over time. That is why giving ourselves permission to prioritize what's important and aligning with our values will allow us to hold on to our boundaries and ultimately live the successful life we all strive for. Laura's first book – Values First. How Knowing Your Core Beliefs Can Get You the Life and Career You Want – is now available! Grab your copy today! Love audiobooks? Values First is also available on Audible and Itunes, so be sure to take a listen! Go to www.thecatchgroup.com to check out the show notes, resources, and links mentioned in this episode! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.

Hi there, leader! Welcome to the You Belong In The C-Suite podcast! The place for ambitious high achievers with big career goals ready to make a difference in the world by embracing their authentic leadership. Every Wednesday, Laura Eigel, Ph.D., will bring you actionable tips and tools, and enlightening interviews with real leaders to help you lead with your values, create a positive influence in your work, and build a successful career. Because remember, you belong in the c-suite! Connect with Laura: -Follow The Catch Group on LinkedIn. -Follow the show on Instagram @thecatchgroup. -Enjoying what you hear? Follow and leave a review HERE.