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What if the key to unlocking your full potential wasn’t just about working harder or climbing the ladder, but about understanding the invisible forces that shape how others see you?
In today's episode, Erin dives into a transformative conversation with Alison Fragale, an expert on power, status, and the subtle art of influence.
Her groundbreaking insights from her book, Likeable Badass, offer a powerful roadmap for navigating life’s unspoken rules with authenticity, strategy, and even a little bit of fun.
In this episode, Erin and Alison unpack the dynamics of power and status, revealing why they’re more than just workplace buzzwords—they’re the foundation of how we’re perceived and what opportunities come our way.
Alison explains why respect is the true currency of influence, how life can be approached like a game, and why caring about what others think of you is not just normal but essential.
Whether you’re navigating office politics, tackling imposter syndrome, or simply striving to show up as your best self, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom you can use to level up.
Here are 5 big takeaways to chew on:
1. The Essence of Power and Status
Alison began by distinguishing power from status:
Power: Control over resources that others value (e.g., a boss deciding promotions or a parent holding car keys).
Status: The respect and value others assign to you.
She explained that while power is significant, status often precedes it. Respect and value lay the foundation for obtaining resources and authority. Without respect, people hesitate to entrust others with power, even if they technically qualify for it.
Key Takeaway: "Resources follow respect." Gaining power often starts with earning the respect of others.
2. Status as a Playful Game
Alison introduced the concept of status as a "game" using an insightful definition:
“A game is a problem-solving activity approached with a playful attitude.”
She encouraged adopting this mindset when tackling unfair or challenging situations. Though life's "games" (e.g., gaining status or respect) can be unjust, they can also be approached with creativity and enjoyment. By doing so, we can reclaim agency and find joy even in adversity.
Key Takeaway: Life may not always be fair, but embracing a playful approach can make navigating status challenges more manageable—and even enjoyable.
3. Challenging the “Don’t Care What Others Think” Mentality
Alison debunked the common advice to "not care what others think," labeling it as misleading and counterproductive.
Humans are inherently social beings, reliant on their "audience" for validation and interaction.
Instead of ignoring feedback, she encouraged understanding and influencing your audience.
This nuanced perspective bridges authenticity with strategy: staying true to yourself while recognizing how others perceive you influences your outcomes.
Key Takeaway: Don't obsess over others' opinions, but don’t dismiss them either. Learn to influence perceptions strategically while maintaining authenticity.
If you’re curious to learn more about external validation vs. Internal confidence, check out this episode, too: Episode 247: Validation vs. Confidence: What's the Real Difference? A Chat with Nicole Kalil
4. The Likable Badass Framework
Alison introduced the concept behind her book title, Likable Badass, rooted in the two critical dimensions of status:
Capability (Y-Axis): Competence, decisiveness, and the ability to get things done.
Caring (X-Axis): Warmth, sincerity, and consideration for others.
Everyone aspires to be seen as both capable and caring, and those who embody both traits earn the highest respect. The title encapsulates this balance in a catchy, empowering way.
Key Takeaway: Strive to be both capable and caring. This sweet spot not only aligns with authenticity but also enhances how others perceive and respect you.
5. Overcoming People-Pleasing Tendencies
Alison tackled people-pleasing behaviors, which often stem from a skewed emphasis on caring at the expense of assertiveness.
People pleasers prioritize others’ happiness, often sacrificing their own. She emphasized that true status requires balancing caring with self-assertion, ensuring mutual respect rather than one-sided compromise.
Key Takeaway: To overcome people-pleasing, assert your needs alongside your care for others. Authenticity paired with assertiveness builds respect without self-sacrifice.
Closing Thoughts
Alison’s insights offer a fresh lens on navigating the complexities of status and power. By blending authenticity with strategic action, we can shape how others perceive us and create the outcomes we desire. Whether you aim to become a "likable badass" or simply want to navigate life's "games" with more joy, these principles can guide your journey.
How will you use these strategies to elevate your status and unlock new opportunities? Let us know in the comments below!
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What if the secret to conquering chaos, leading with confidence, and transforming stress into ease was as simple as your next breath?
This week on the podcast, I sat down with breathwork expert Samantha Skelly to uncover the transformative power of intentional breathing.
As the Founder of Pause Breathwork, Samantha Skelly is on a mission to help others unlock their infinite potential though breathwork. And her next big focus is making breathwork accessible & affordable to humanity, worldwide.
From hilariously relatable mishaps (like sending a 10-year-old email to thousands) to life-changing strategies for managing energy and embracing joy, Samantha shared tools that could shift how we approach work, leadership, and even self-healing.
Here were some of my favorite topics that we covered in the episode:
1. Managing Emotions Through Breathwork
Samantha introduces the concept of consciously choosing your breath pattern to influence how you feel. Instead of letting anxiety take control, she suggests asking yourself what you want to feel, like confidence or clarity, and then adjusting your breath accordingly.
By using deep, intentional breaths, you can activate the parasympathetic nervous system (the “rest and digest” state), helping you feel grounded, even in high-stress moments.
Btw, if you’re looking for another breathwork expert on the pod, I think you’ll love this one with Erin Telford: The Art of Breathwork: Mastering Self-Love and Living Fully with Erin Telford
2. Real-Life Example of Breathwork
Samantha recounts an intense experience right before recording this episode, where an old, out-of-date email was accidentally sent to her entire mailing list. She describes feeling an initial surge of rage, then using breathwork to regain her composure and approach the situation with clarity.
By taking two deep breaths and extending the exhale, she shifted from a “fight-or-flight” response to a calmer, problem-solving mindset.
3. Shifting Mindsets from Stress to Ease
I reflect on my own experience with stress in building my company, improve it!, sharing how I used to view stress as a badge of hard work. In response, Samantha offers a framework called LIFE: Lucrative, Impactful, Fun, and Easy.
She encourages business owners to allow success to feel easy and fulfilling instead of always hard-earned, emphasizing the importance of self-love and creating a business model that sustains rather than drains energy.
For all things breathwork and how to start incorporating it into your daily routine (and why you should!), listen to the full episode. It'll blow your mind with how simple it is + the impacts it can have.
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Did today’s episode resonate with you? Leave us a review sharing your favorite breathwork insight and we’ll send you a free signed copy of I See You! A Leader’s Guide to Energizing Your Team through Radical Empathy. Have another question about breathwork that we can answer, or a question about something else? Leave us a Speakpipe audio clip and we’ll answer it in an upcoming episode. Don’t want to miss another episode? If you’re a Spotify listener, find our show here and click “Follow.” If you’re an Apple Podcast listener, click here and make sure to hit “+Follow.” Want 2 emails a week from us? One with a quick tip you can implement right away to enhance your personal and/or professional lives & one of our famous F.A.I.L. Fourward Friday newsletters? Subscribe here.Show Links
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What if five minutes could change everything about how you lead, connect, and thrive?
In today's episode, I reveal the powerful daily gratitude practice that shifted my mindset from scarcity to abundance—fueling not only my own growth, but transforming my team dynamics and leadership resilience.
If you’re ready for a simple, impactful habit to elevate your life and work, this post is for you! Here’s a quick look at how gratitude can revolutionize your life and leadership, just as it did for me.
1. Gratitude Enhances Mental and Emotional Well-Being
Gratitude has profound effects on mental health, reducing anxiety and depression while boosting overall mood. In this episode, I begin by sharing how this practice helped me refocus from a scarcity mindset—where stress and fear of “not enough” clouded my vision—to one of abundance and peace.
Listing just a few daily “wins” and things I’m grateful for gives my mind a positive focal point and sets the tone for my day. Practicing gratitude helps you focus on what you have, rather than what you lack, cultivating a mindset that energizes and uplifts both you and your team.
And if you’re looking for more info on forming an abundance mindset, I think you’ll love this ep: Episode 202: Self Worth = Net Worth: How to Live in Abundance
2. Fostering Team Relationships through Gratitude
Integrating gratitude in a team setting doesn’t just enhance your day, but strengthens your team dynamics. I found that a simple habit of sharing appreciation with my team, both in private conversations and during meetings, lifted our collective spirit.
This genuine acknowledgment brought cohesion and positivity to our interactions, boosting communication and morale. With everyone aligned and motivated, our work flowed better, and the energy shifted toward collaborative success, building a work environment that supports growth and achievement.
3. Building Resilience as a Leader
With gratitude as a grounding practice, I noticed an increased resilience to daily challenges. For instance, when obstacles like travel delays or sudden issues arose, my gratitude practice allowed me to pause, reframe, and face these situations with a calmer, more adaptive mindset.
Instead of letting stressful moments dictate my mood, I embraced each challenge as a lesson, focusing on what was still within my control. This approach not only supported my emotional regulation but also set a positive example for my team, showing them how to navigate challenges effectively.
4. Long-Term Leadership Impact
Sticking to my gratitude practice has had a long-lasting impact on my leadership style, making me a more empathetic, balanced, and approachable leader. The effects extended beyond my professional life, enhancing my relationships as a parent, spouse, and friend.
Embedding gratitude into your routine has a ripple effect—it supports personal growth and allows you to lead from a place of compassion and joy, ultimately making a positive impact on your entire team and community.
5. Start Your Own 5-Minute Gratitude Practice
The episode outlines a straightforward gratitude practice: reflecting on past wins, listing things you’re grateful for now, and setting intentions for the day. This five-minute habit can be done verbally, digitally, or in a journal and serves as a daily reset, focusing your energy on the positives. By committing to this practice, you’ll find shifts in mindset and improved emotional regulation that benefit your leadership style, relationships, and personal growth.
To dive deeper, listen to the full episode, and discover how gratitude can transform your leadership and inspire those around you.
And if you remember nothing else from this gratitude practice, remember this: what you focus on grows. Start each day by honoring the good, and watch how it attracts more positivity, resilience, and connection into your life and leadership.
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If you don’t take the time for yourself, the time will take itself and go elsewhere.
Sound familiar, especially during the holidays?
Yup, you’re not the only one.
In today’s episode, Erin shares her 4-step strategy for finding balance between giving to yourself and giving to others during the holiday season.
Erin also shares:
What a “Bliss List” is and why you need to make one Why you should start making connections between the times you get sick to what’s going on in your personal and professional lives How to give yourself rewards (and actually schedule them) that contribute to your health holisticallyIf you’re looking for a new way to schedule self care—this is the episode for you.
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Does your job search feel like it’s its own full-time job that’s not leading anywhere and also not paying you?
You’re not alone.
In response to this Q, Daisy Auger-Domínguez--a cross-sector global leader, speaker, author, and advisor on future readying workplaces, fostering inclusion, and addressing burnout at work—joins Erin today to discuss 4 strategies to avoid burnout while you’re in the heat of the job search.
Daisy also shares:
How to make your networking smarter, more focused, and consistent towards what you’re trying to accomplish in your career How to recognize burnout when it does occur as you’re job searching and what to do about it Why remembering what excites you about the job search is crucial to preventing burnout and actually getting the job you wantIf you’re looking for a fresh perspective on the job search—this is the episode for you.
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When you're building inclusion for those around you at work, but you yourself are not feeling included, what do you do about that?
This question from a listener really begs us to consider what’s within the locus of our control vs. what's not when it comes to inclusion at work.
In response to this Q, Erin gives you 5 ways to go from excluded by others to including yourself and 5 ways to cope if leadership is excluding you, not necessarily your team/coworkers.
Erin also shares:
How to take situations that hurt your feelings and transform them into opportunities for empathy Why changing your environment could be the secret to feeling more included How to change your status in low stakes situations to lead to higher levels of brainstorming, connection, and consideration by your leadership teamIf you’re looking for a fresh perspective on inclusion—this is the episode for you.
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Jon Macaskill and Will Schneider are hosts of the Men Talking Mindfulness Podcast—a project geared towards breaking barriers, fostering resilience, promoting peace, and developing a new masculine. Jon is a retired Navy SEAL and leadership consultant, and Will is a wellness consultant and teacher.
In today’s episode, Jon and Will join Erin to discuss all things mindfulness in response to a listener question—particularly about how men can practice mindfulness inside and outside of work.
Jon and Will share one important strategy that you can implement today to help create psychological safety for men at work.
Jon and Will also share:
Mindfulness practices you can start incorporating today An acronym for F.L.O.W. that you need to know A simple breathwork technique you can use anywhere, anytimeIf you’re looking for a fresh perspective on mindfulness—this is the episode for you.
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In today’s episode, Erin answers a question from a listener about what to do when you start to outperform your boss. It’s juicy, it’s complicated, and...it’s manageable.
Erin gives you a six-step strategy for how to handle a situation like this, especially if you’re overperforming and underappreciated.
Erin also shares:
The differences between Upset U and Upward U How to be the leader you want to be led by How to offer solutions when you receive criticismIf you’re looking for an answer to a tricky situation for now, for the future, or to share with a friend who’s going through this—this is the episode for you.
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Dr. Darnyelle Jervey Harmon is a business consultant, keynote speaker, and corporate trainer whose “it” in life is to demystify money so that people can walk into their wealth in abundance.
In today’s episode, Dr. Darnyelle shares her Million Dollar Mindset ways of thinking to get you unstuck, paid for your true value, and detached from what’s not meant for you in the long-run.
Dr. Darnyelle also shares:
Her journey to trust herself again Why the way you see money is a reflection of the way you see yourself One easy way to get money to “move” when it is not flowing to youIf you’re looking for a fresh perspective on your financial world—this is the episode for you.
Special sprinkles on top of this episode:
Why purple is Dr. Darnyelle’s safe haven The power of setting alarms on your phone throughout the day that say, “What would abundance do?”If you liked this episode, you can keep the party going with:
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Ever inherited a team that has a different work culture than what you’re used to? You’re definitely not the only one.
In today’s episode, Erin gives you her 6-step process to create a fully-realized team environment whether you’re an emerging leader, new leader, or experienced leader.
Erin also shares:
Why having one-on-one conversations with your team members is essential (and what 4 questions to give them to think about before you have the convo) How to create a vision with your team, not for your team How to develop leadership opportunities within your team that don’t exist yetIf you’re craving more collaboration within your team but you’re not sure where to start—this is the episode for you.
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Ashley Menzies Babatunde is a lawyer, storyteller, founder, and DEIB strategist passionate about work at the intersection of humanity and career. She cares deeply about centering our humanity in conversations about work.
In today’s episode, Ashely tells you how to normalize the “unsteadiness” of a career curve and gives you some tangible strategies for doing so.
Ashley also shares:
Why she started a podcast after her first big failure in her legal career How keeping a journaling practice allowed her to make career changes that wouldn’t have been possible without that level of reflection The quickest way to figure out what you want to do nextIf you’ve been mulling over a career shift or wondering what to do professionally—this is the episode for you.
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In today’s episode, Erin shares some her favorite + easiest ways for adding a little spice to your teams’ daily routine when you feel like you need to switch something up.
If you’re pressed for ideas to get your team laughing again (and working happier, not harder)—this is the episode for you.
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In today’s episode, Dr. Romie Mushtaq joins Erin to discuss her definition of a “busy brain” and how it can help you mitigate stress in your life and still achieve your most ambitious goals. Dr. Romie is a physician, workplace wellness keynote speaker, and best-selling author.
If you’re feeling stressed—this is the episode for you.
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"Yes, and” is a central tenet of improv—and our favorite buzzword. It means to postpone judgement on what someone just said, and then add your own thought to it. For example, “Yes I think what you just said is so important, and I think _________.” It’s the exact opposite of saying, “Yes, but.”
In today’s episode, Erin answers a question from a listener about how to make brainstorming sessions more impactful. She gives you a foolproof exercise you can do with your team right now that incorporate lots of “yes, and.”
If your team’s brainstorming sessions could use a little oomph—this is the episode for you.
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Self-care—we hear it all the time to the point that it’s a buzz word everyone likes to throw around. And yes, we know that it has tons of mental and physical health benefits, but thinking about how it can lead to professional abundance isn’t the norm.
In today’s episode, Taylor Elyse Morrison joins Erin to discuss all things “inner workout,” ie, self-care in its truest form. Taylor is the founder & award-winning author of Inner Workout, well-being and leadership development speaker, and facilitator & coach.
If you’re feeling like your self-care routine could use an upgrade—this is the episode for you.
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We had an anonymous improve it! peep call in and ask about burnout - something we all know a little bit too well, and what our best advice is for preventing it and how to make burnout prevention a company-wide initiative.
It has a little something to do with LSD (and that’s Light Saver Day, mind you).
In today’s episode, Erin gives you a solo activity called “Light Savers” to prevent burnout from the source & a group activity called “Light Saver Day” to prevent burnout in your team.
Erin also shares:
What a Bliss List is and why you need to make one right now Why taking time off as a leader is crucial How to survey your team before and after Light Saver Day implementationIf you're feeling burnt out or sense burnout in your team – this is the episode for you.
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What does a tiny tattoo of a key have to do with remembering who you are and what you’re here to do?
All that and more, according to Chief Visionary Officer, serial entrepreneur, and #1 bestselling author Jessica Zweig. Jessica’s “it” has always been to be able to reflect back to people their divinity, their necessary responsibility they have to be themselves. Her work is to be your mirror and then get out of the way.
In today’s episode, Jessica shares the ONE thing you can do to step into the light - and it’s not complicated at all, but it’s also not easy. 😊
Jessica also shares:
Her experience starting her own business, growing it to a multimillion-dollar business in the first 5 years, and then selling it Her light-body activation at a temple in Egypt and the one big truth that it brought her Her definitions of “light” and “dark” and how anyone can be a “light worker”If you’re interested in remembering what you came here for and letting everything else go—this is the episode for you.
Special sprinkles on top of this episode:
Jessica and Erin's funny "run-in" in Costa Rica Being burnt out on a cellular level and how Jessica came back from itIf you liked this episode, you can keep the party going with:
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Purchase Erin’s book, I See You! A Leader’s Guide to Energizing Your Team through Radical Empathy. Get our free Book Club timeline and checklist here. Did today’s episode resonate with you? Please leave us a 5-star review and drop us any Qs you want answered in upcoming episodes. Boring professional development is out, virtual improv team building is in. Learn more about our offerings here. Your hunt for the top best virtual keynote speakers stops today. Learn more about our F Words at Work & Empathetic Leader keynotes here.Connect with Jessica Zweig:
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In today’s episode, Daralyse Lyons joins Erin on the pod. Daralyse is a business growth officer, podcast host, author, and journalist.
Daralyse shares concrete strategies for making your workplace culture more inclusive and equitable.
Daralyse also shares:
Her experience working for a hedge fund and stepping away to teach yoga, which led to a career in journalism and writing her first book Her biracial identity and experiences growing up & as an adult in community with other biracial and multiracial folks How improv has prepared her to jump into whatever makes her happy and allows her to give back to the worldIf you’re interested in learning more about biracial experiences and how to make your workplace more equitable—this is the episode for you.
Special sprinkles on top of this episode:
What a “partial offer” is on the improv stage & why it matters for your everyday life How to use improv to say “no”If you liked this episode, you can keep the party going with:
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Purchase Erin’s book, I See You! A Leader’s Guide to Energizing Your Team through Radical Empathy. Get our free Book Club timeline and checklist here. Did today’s episode resonate with you? Please leave us a 5-star review and drop us any Qs you want answered in upcoming episodes. Boring professional development is out, virtual improv team building is in. Learn more about our offerings here. Your hunt for the top best virtual keynote speakers stops today. Learn more about our F Words at Work & Empathetic Leader keynotes here.Connect with Daralyse Lyons:
Daralyse’s LinkedIn Daralyse’s website Daralyse’s book: Demystifying Diversity: Embracing our Shared Humanity Daralyse’s podcastConnect with Erin Diehl:
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Is the only component to your evening routine scrolling mindlessly on your phone before your eyelids can’t stay open anymore?
You’re definitely not the only one. 😅
In today’s episode, Erin gives you the full rundown of the iDiehl Day—what it is and how you can use it to create the routine that the current season of your life is calling for. (Hint: it’s probably not more hours on the ‘Gram).
She also shares how most recently she’s paired the iDiehl Day with chronobiology and Ayurvedic concepts discussed in the book Change Your Schedule, Change Your Life.
Erin spills the tea on:
How an accountability partner helps you actually stick to your morning routine Working out as a working parent & how to balance workout classes with home workouts The minute-by-minute breakdown of going from CEO to Mom to Erin each dayIf your routine needs a little sprucey spruce—this is the episode for you.
Special sprinkles on top of this episode:
The breakfast Erin has eaten for 15 years and why When she finds reading time and how it adds up ~strategic~ showeringIf you liked this episode, you can keep the party going with:
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Check out the book referenced in this episode: Change Your Schedule, Change Your Life: How to Harness the Power of Clock Genes to Lose Weight, Optimize Your Workout, and Finally Get a Good Night's Sleep. Purchase Erin’s book, I See You! A Leader’s Guide to Energizing Your Team through Radical Empathy. Get our free Book Club timeline and checklist here. Did today’s episode resonate with you? Please leave us a 5-star review and drop us any Qs you want answered in upcoming episodes. Boring professional development is out, virtual improv team building is in. Learn more about our offerings here. Your hunt for the top best virtual keynote speakers stops today. Learn more about our F Words at Work & Empathetic Leader keynotes here.Connect with Erin Diehl:
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