Two women engineers, turned roommates, turned close friends, discussing all things work and life related that young professionals like us encounter when trying to succeed in a male-dominated industry.
Our goal is to build a community of women where we can learn, grow, and empower each other as we navigate our careers.
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Episode 73- Work Travel Tips Every Corporate Girly Needs to Know
Hi Everyone!
Welcome back to Wise Women Once Said podcast! We were on a bit of a break but are excited to share this episode with you all where we dive into a topic that many professionals navigate frequently: work travel tips. Whether you’re a seasoned road warrior or new to corporate trips, we’ve got some invaluable insights to make your travels smoother, more productive, and even enjoyable!
In this episode, we cover practical strategies and thoughtful tips for work trips, including:
The Power of Preparation: From planning your itinerary to packing smart, preparation is your best friend.
Maximizing Rewards and Streamlining Travel: Build loyalty with airlines and hotels while choosing flights that save time and reduce stress.
Packing with Purpose: Keep it light and functional to make moving through airports and cities effortless.
Staying Healthy and Energized: Snack smarter, stay hydrated, and fit wellness into your travel routine.
Turning Transit Time into Me Time: Use downtime at the gate or on the plane for productivity or personal growth.
Getting the Inside Scoop: Why connecting with colleagues or locals before your trip can make all the difference.
Keeping it Together: Track expenses and manage reimbursements seamlessly to avoid post-trip headaches
Whether traveling solo or with a group, preparation and setting boundaries are key to successful work trips. Stick around until the end for our top tips on staying organized and turning travel challenges into opportunities for personal and professional growth!
If you’re loving the podcast, please leave us a rating or review wherever you listen! And don’t forget to share the episode with your fellow travelers.
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3 Sept 2024
Episode 72- How to Handle Difficult Conversations
Hi Everyone! Welcome back to Wise Women Once Said podcast! This week, we’re diving into a topic we all grapple with: navigating those tough, sometimes awkward conversations. Whether you're dealing with a work dilemma or a personal conflict, we’ve got you covered.
In this episode, we delve into effective strategies for managing these challenging conversations such as:
Preparation is Key: How to come into tough conversations armed with talking points and evidence to make your case.
Effective Communication: Why “I” and “we” statements work better than “you” statements and how to find common ground.
Listening and Staying Cool: The power of listening more than you talk, staying calm, and not letting emotions drive the conversation.
Keep It Professional: Don’t take things personally; remember business is business. Don’t let emotions take over or let hurtful comments get under your skin.
Understand and Relate: Acknowledge the other person's viewpoint, show some vulnerability, and look for where you can agree.
Descalation Techniques: If tensions rise, suggest taking a break or addressing the "elephant in the room" to keep the conversation genuine.
Building Relationships: Avoid winning arguments at the expense of goodwill; focus on building bridges and understanding
Stick around until the end for our top tips on handling tough conversations and turning them into opportunities for growth.
If you’re loving the podcast, please leave us a rating or review wherever you listen! And, share the love—tell a friend about our show!
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Email: Wisewomenoncesaidpodcast@gmail.com
4 Aug 2024
Episode 71- Outgrowing Friendships
Hi Everyone! We hope you are having an amazing summer and welcome back to Wise Women Once Said! We have an important episode for you this week all about friendships because let's be honest, its hard to make friends as an adult! Rachel and Paige have both had friendships (old and new) come in and out of thier life. They provide their personal experience on how to navigate friendships through different seasons of life.
In this episode, Rachel and Paige deep dive the following:
reasons we outgrow friendships
when you know which friends are there for a reason, season or a lifetime
when to take a pause from friendships
how to not have resent in a friendships
how to make new friends during different seasons of life
Listen at the end for Paige and Rachel's top tips on making meaningful friendships.
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Better yet, tell a friend about the podcast!
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Email: Wisewomenoncesaidpodcast@gmail.com
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