One Bold Move A Day

Managers are pulled in many different directions every day. They're often expected to be the coach and the player, which means they have expectations in leading their team's outcomes and producing their own results. With the many real demands on their time, it can be hard for leaders to prioritize their learning and development. This episode shares ways to make time for your own learning and growth daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly. As a bonus, most of these practices can be done in less than 10 minutes! I'd love to hear your thoughts and Bold Moves, so I can cheer you on. Drop me a line @ShannaAHocking on LinkedIn, Instagram, or my website - ShannaAHocking.com.

I'm excited to share with you exclusive access to the opening chapter of One Bold Move a Day, the book. I wanted to share this special preview with you as a member of the One Bold Move a Day community. You've made a commitment to grow as a leader, advance your career, and develop as a person. Thank you for being a part of this Bold Move journey. For more information and to pre-order One Bold Move a Day, visit https://www.OneBoldMoveaDay.com

TWO HUNDRED FIFTY! It's the 250th episode of One Bold Move a Day Podcast. In this episode, you'll hear 10 reflections from the boldest moves I've made these last two years, including stories I have not shared before, as we reflect together on how we got here, celebrate our progress, and plan for where we're going next. For more from Shanna: Text SHANNA to 66866 to be added to my email list for more can't miss leadership and career insights Take my FREE Lead From Where You Are Assessment to learn and leverage your strengths - https://www.shannaahocking.com/assessment Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking When you make your #oneboldmoveaday, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

One of the most difficult boss types to work for is an insecure boss, because their worries hold them—and you—back from being successful. How can you tell if you have an insecure boss? This episode provide signs to look out for to determine if you have an insecure boss and shares six strategies on how to work with them. Your One Bold Move: Try out these strategies to navigate this difficult situation while keeping confidence in yourself. Consider whether it's worth it to stay in a workplace where you are not able to shine as your truest self. For more from Shanna: Text SHANNA to 66866 to be added to my email list for more can't miss leadership and career insights Lead From Where You Are Assessment (to learn and leverage your strengths!) - https://www.shannaahocking.com/assessment Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking When you make your #oneboldmoveaday, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

An interview process won't reveal everything about a candidate, but it can tell you exactly what you need to know to make a great hiring decision. By asking thoughtful questions during the interview, you can get a sense of who they are and how you can teach them—and learn from them—as a future member of your team. This episode shares eight of my favorite interview questions to ask and why. For more from Shanna: Text SHANNA to 66866 to be added to my email list for more can't miss leadership and career insights Lead From Where You Are Assessment (to learn and leverage your strengths!) - https://www.shannaahocking.com/assessment Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking

Great leaders set their team members up for success. One of the best ways to do this—especially if you're still in a remote/hybrid work situation—is regular 1:1 meetings with your direct reports. This episode provides a recommended structure for what the team member can prepare, as well as what you might ask to have a more meaningful and productive 1:1 meeting. For the meeting template, visit my website: https://www.shannaahocking.com/blog/2022/4/8/exactly-what-to-ask-in-your-next-11-meetings For the NNTR Update: https://www.shannaahocking.com/oneboldmoveaday/2020/7/18/episode-24-show-your-value-to-your-manager-the-nntr-update For more from Shanna: Lead From Where You Are Assessment (to learn and leverage your strengths!) - https://www.shannaahocking.com/assessment Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking

When is the last time you shared openly at work about your own accomplishments? If you can't recall when you may have recently done this, you're not alone—and it's time to get started. Your ability to speak about your own accomplishments at work directly affects your career growth and financial outcomes. This episode shares why it's so important to talk about your work and three ways to get started. For more from Shanna: Text SHANNA to 66866 to be added to my email list for more can't miss leadership and career insights Lead From Where You Are Assessment (to learn and leverage your strengths!) - https://www.shannaahocking.com/assessment Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking When you make your #oneboldmoveaday, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

How do you handle when an interview goes awry? Especially for a job you want. I've heard from clients and friends about interviewers commenting on their race, age, and pregnancy status, among other inappropriate topics. If you find yourself in an interview that isn't going well, or worse, the interviewer displays obvious bias, this episode walks you through what you can do to prepare yourself. I also share about one of the most difficult interviews I was ever on, and how I handled it. For more from Shanna: Text SHANNA to 66866 to be added to my email list for more can't miss leadership and career insights Lead From Where You Are Assessment (to learn and leverage your strengths!) - https://www.shannaahocking.com/assessment Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking When you make your #oneboldmoveaday, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

Asking for a raise may feel like an overwhelming conversation. When is the right time? How much should you ask for? Can I really ask for something like this for myself? A recent survey showed that 60% of women have never negotiated their salary—and this has direct consequences for women's long-term financial success. This episode shares six things you can do to set yourself up for success in asking for a raise. Your One Bold Move: Ask for more, because you deserve it! For the complete scripts shared in this episode, here's a link to an accompanying blog post: https://www.shannaahocking.com/blog/2022/3/7/how-to-ask-for-a-raise-and-get-it

Executive presence can be hard to define, but you know when people have it. It's about your energy, approach, words, and actions that demonstrate you can handle the challenges of a leadership role and hold your own with others in getting things done. Executive presence is ultimately about how you make other people feel. If you're looking to take on a formal leadership role or increase your ability to influence in the role you're in now, the good news is you can enhance your executive presence with intentional effort. This episode provides three ways to get started. Your One Bold Move: Focus on enhancing your executive presence so you can be seen as a leader people say they want to work with and for. For more from Shanna: Text SHANNA to 66866 to be added to my email list for more can't miss leadership and career insights Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking When you make your #oneboldmoveaday, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

Being an inclusive colleague means showing up in the day to day moments. On today's episode, I get deeply personal. Thank you for joining me to listen and learn together on three ways to be a more inclusive colleague. Your One Bold Move: Being inclusive is an ongoing process and it starts with us. When you're feeling unsure of where to start or overwhelmed by how much needs to be done still, remember it's often the smallest moments that lead to the biggest and most important outcomes. For more from Shanna: Text SHANNA to 66866 to be added to my email list for more can't miss leadership and career insights Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking When you make your #oneboldmoveaday, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

Oftentimes people will ask: What made this the right time to [insert bold move here]? Y'all, there's no such thing as a perfect time. This episode is perfect for when you need the motivation to make your one bold move--whether that's applying for a job, negotiating your salary, or speaking up in meetings. Plus, I share details on my BOLD MOVE to launch Hocking Leadership, my new full-time business. Your One Bold Move: Create the perfect time for yourself by making your bold move. For more from Shanna: Text SHANNA to 66866 to be added to my email list for more can't miss leadership and career insights Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking When you make your #oneboldmoveaday, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

As you begin the new year, it's a great time to reflect on what your goals are and who you want to become. To amplify your efforts, it's worthwhile to consider who can support you on your journey. Though you are so much more than your job, you spend the majority of your time at work, so it's worthwhile to invest in your workplace relationships. Whether you're just starting your career or are more senior in your field, here are five relationships that can help you thrive at work. Your One Bold Move: Write down the five relationships you need to thrive at work and spend five minutes reflecting on the name of at least one person you consider to fit each category for you. If you have any open categories, this is your area to focus on to identify people to build relationships with. Join the Lead From Where You Are Challenge from January 2-31! https://bit.ly/leadfromwhereyouare Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking

January is often thought of as the time for setting goals. This year, I'm setting goals in December, so I can begin working toward them in January. Most importantly, this plan gives me time to look back on the past year before I move forward. This episode provides three steps for your goalsetting process to work toward your big dreams. Your One Bold Move: Now is the time to create your goals for 2022. There's no time to wait to create the life you want for yourself. For questions referenced in this episode for your guided reflection or more on the Letter to Yourself: https://www.shannaahocking.com/blog/2021/12/11/the-best-time-to-set-your-2022-goals If your big goal for 2022 is asking for a promotion, check this exact strategy to prepare: https://www.shannaahocking.com/blog/2021/11/7/your-strategy-to-ask-for-a-promotion For more from Shanna: Text SHANNA to 66866 to be added to my email list for more can't miss leadership and career insights Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking When you make your #oneboldmoveaday, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

It's a leader's job to coach their team members to solve their problems and handle difficult situations. Sometimes we are so eager to help them (myself included!) that we may unintentionally get in the way. When you set your team up for success, you set yourself up for success, too. This episode provides three tips on how to help your team effectively manage their own challenges. Your One Bold Move: Coach your team members to work through what comes their way by giving them the responsibility and encouragement they need. HBR article mentioned in the episode: https://hbr.org/1999/11/management-time-whos-got-the-monkey For more from Shanna: Text SHANNA to 66866 to be added to my email list for more can't miss leadership and career insights Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking When you make your #oneboldmove, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

It's the most wonderful time of the year. With the holidays approaching, you may be thinking about how you'll celebrate with your team. Investing in workplace rituals creates a sense of unity, meaning, and connectedness. Figuring out how to bring people together, whether you're in person or not, is important. After all, a team exists to achieve more than any individual could alone. As a leader, this is your opportunity to help your team members feel valued for their individual and collective efforts at work. This episode is your guide to meaningful gift giving and gatherings at work this holiday season. If you're looking for inspiration and gift ideas for your team members, colleagues, or boss, on my blog I share five of my favorite gift ideas that will work for most anyone: https://www.shannaahocking.com/blog/2021/11/21/your-guide-to-meaningful-holiday-celebrations-with-your-team Your One Bold Move: Keep your people at heart when you're planning for meaningful celebrations this year and always. For more from Shanna: Text SHANNA to 66866 to be added to my email list for more can't miss leadership and career insights Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking When you make your #oneboldmove, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

I consider myself a goal-oriented person, but that doesn't mean I love setting goals in a work environment. (What is a SMART goal anyway?!) Still, it's a leader's expectation to set goals with your team members, and show them you're invested in their success. Goalsetting should happen for new employees during onboarding and on an annual basis for all other employees. It may make sense to do this for project-based goals, too. This episode provides five steps to get you started in setting goals for your team that actually work. Your One Bold Move: Set meaningful goals with your team members that motivate them to achieve more than they thought possible and remember to celebrate progress along the way. For more from Shanna: Text SHANNA to 66866 to be added to my email list for more can't miss leadership and career insights Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking When you make your #oneboldmove, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

Whether or not you're in a creative field, your work likely relies on your ability to think creatively about your projects. What happens when that spark of inspiration just isn't coming to you? This episode provides four tips to get through a creative block and achieve more than you thought was possible. Your One Bold Move: You don't need to wait for inspiration. You need to create it! For more from Shanna: Text SHANNA to 66866 to be added to my email list for more can't miss leadership and career insights Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking When you make your #oneboldmove, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

In recent conversations with friends and colleagues, the talk has been about how everyone is exhausted. Even the people who are loving their work, their teams are doing great, and their industries are thriving are experiencing this, too. You're feeling it. Your team is feeling it. As a leader, you're expected to keep showing up. This episode shares four strategies to lead yourself and your team right now. Your One Bold Move: Keep showing up for your team and yourself, knowing you're making a difference in the world. Also be compassionate to yourself. You can feel on top of the world and underneath its weight, too. We're in it together. For more from Shanna: Did you sign up for the One Bold Move a Day book club yet? Text SHANNA to 66866 to get all the details. You'll also be added to my email list for more can't miss leadership and career insights. Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking When you make your #oneboldmove, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

How many books are on your bedside table right now? How long have they been there? People frequently tell me they have a hard time reading books, even though they want to. I totally get it. We're pulled in a million directions every day. This episode shares 4 strategies to make reading a part of your everyday life. I'm starting a book club for the One Bold Move a Day community! Love learning with you and this could be a fun way to bring us all together. Sign up to be added to the book club waitlist, so you're first to know—and you'll also be added to my email list so you can get more leadership and career insights directly to your inbox twice monthly. Sign up here: https://forms.gle/d2UMLazWoHmZiDJA6 Your One Bold Move: Add more reading to your life and find new ways to connect with learning, others--and yourself.

Your work best friend got a new job. While you're thrilled for her, it's hard being the one left behind at work. (You might have even thought you'd be the first to leave!) Research shows having a best friend at work is a significant factor in your happiness and success in your job. This episodes provides four things you can do to make this transition a little bit better for you. Your One Bold Move: Honor your loss for what was, and take all of the energy from the special memories you have into creating something new for yourself.

What's the last new thing you've learned? There's so much information coming at us that it can be hard to remember it all, not to mention, be able to apply it. You can, however, improve your retention, which will enable you to do a better job of putting it into practice. It starts with improving how you learn and this episode provides six ways to do that. For more from Shanna: Text SHANNA to 66866 to be added to my email list for more can't miss leadership and career insights Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking When you make your #oneboldmove, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

It's a bold move to build something in the face of challenge, to know it may not last forever--and do it anyway. This week's episode is a reminder of the importance of finding joy, moving forward, leaning into uncertainty, and taking the leap, even in a world of risk and challenge. Your One Bold Move: What bold move will you take to build something important to you, even in the face of challenge? To see pictures of our sukkah (temporary hut), check out my Instagram post @ShannaAHocking: https://www.instagram.com/p/CUFKEVcr4FJ/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link. While you're there, let's connect on IG! To get my newest free guide, Creating Your Personal Board of Advisors, (along with can't miss leadership and career insights twice monthly), text SHANNA to 66866 or visit https://www.shannaahocking.com/subscribe.

And just like that, schedules are back-to-back with more meetings, emails, and deadlines. You may have also added back in a commute. All of this may make you feel more out of control at work. Without pausing to reflect on where you are and what you value, it would be easy to get caught up in the churn and keep moving forward each day. But you deserve better than working at everyone else's whim, which means it's time to review and reset your boundaries. This episode provides insights on how to create better boundaries in three fairly universal areas at work to preserve your energy, which will set you up for success at work and home. (Can you guess the three areas?!) For more from Shanna: Text SHANNA to 66866 to get a copy of my new free guide, Creating Your Personal Board of Advisors, as well as sign up for my email list for more can't miss leadership and career insights Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking When you make your #oneboldmove, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

Have you been in a conversation with a friend or colleague who feels the need to be right about everything? Conversations can feel like an argument. They may not even realize they're doing it. Or...this may have been you doing it. We've created a world where being wrong is to be avoided at all costs--but that's not the "right" answer either. This episodes provides five ways to let go of being right all the time, including understanding why you might feel this way, why the little things become the big things in personal relationships, how to honor others' opinions and admit when you're wrong, as well as how to be a better listener. Your One Bold Move: Let go of being right all the time, so you can truly be your best self personally and professionally--and bring this out in others, too.

There's a lot going on in the world. I chose this special episode, because I felt like you needed a reminder while you care for your community, your loved ones, and yourself: You are enough. I'll see you next week with a new episode. For more from Shanna: Text SHANNA to 66866 to be added to my email list for more can't miss leadership and career insights Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking When you make your #oneboldmove, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

Research shows that while working from home makes you more productive, it won't necessarily help you advance your career. It's especially challenging for people working in a hybrid workplace where some may be back in the office and others aren't, or if the days you're there don't line up with the senior leaders of the organization. Now consider that more women, especially working mothers, want to work remotely. If "out of sight, out of mind" is true, then it will be on you to make sure you're visible even while you work from home. In this week's episode, I've got 4 ways for you to do this—and extra motivation for why it matters. Resources mentioned in this week's episode. Episode 40: NNTR (No Need to Respond) Update Episode 212: WOTD (Win of the Day) For more from Shanna: Text SHANNA to 66866 to be added to my email list for more can't miss leadership and career insights Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking When you make your #oneboldmove, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

One of the most frequently asked questions I get is: How do you prioritize your time when you have so many competing priorities? Over time, I've learned to develop strategies and systems to help me achieve my most important goals as a leader, employee, and working mom. This episode shares my tips on how I focus on my best and highest use of time at work and ways you can begin implementing this strategy. I'm going to add a visual of my priorities quadrant to my Instagram feed (https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking) so you can use this for yourself. Your One Bold Move: Focus on what's most important at work, including what's not urgent. This is where your growth happens. For more on time management, listen to: Episode 196: Radical Prioritization Episode 141: Boost Your Productivity With This Tip Episode 118: My Radical Tip To Get Rid of Your To-Do List For more from Shanna: Text SHANNA to 66866 to be added to my email list for more can't miss leadership and career insights Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking When you make your #oneboldmove, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

Did you ever wish you could be an Olympian? I did (though I didn't do anything to actually get my closer to that childhood dream!). I have been following with interest Simone Biles' return to the Olympics--and her subsequent decision to prioritize her health, wellbeing, and safety over competing in the all around. This moment has given us a pivotal opportunity to reflect on mental health, particularly at work. This episode shares things to keep in mind when considering how to talk about mental health at work, and why it matters--particularly for women who have been taught you have to compromise yourself to meet others' expectations. Also included is what to say when asking for a mental health day, how to approach a recurring therapy appointment, or learning more about mental health resources provided by your employer. For people leaders, you should give thought to how you'll proactively address and reactively handle these conversations. One more word: If you ever need help and you're not sure where to turn, know you're not alone. Call 1800273TALK 24 hours a day/7 days a week to reach the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Your Bold Move: Go for gold in prioritizing your mental health and yourself. For more from Shanna: Text SHANNA to 66866 to be added to my email list for more can't miss leadership and career insights Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking When you make your #oneboldmove, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

While we're away on bleisure (business + leisure--definitely one of the benefits of remote work!) at one of our favorite places in the world, I wanted to support you with a replay episode on the importance of envisioning your happy place. If you're at your desk, this will be a welcome respite. If you're in your happy place now, take note of all the details, so you can file them away for when you'll need it. I'll be back next week with a new episode! For more from Shanna: Text SHANNA to 66866 to be added to my email list for more can't miss leadership and career insights Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking When you make your #oneboldmove, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

This week, Matt and I will celebrate our 18-year wedding anniversary. We've navigated a lot as a dual career couple. According to Pew Research, in about half of two parent couples, both spouses work full-time. In that same study, 56% of couples said that balancing two careers is hard. When we were starting our lives together, people weren't as open about all the wonderful things and the challenges of being in a dual career couple. Whether you're in this stage of your life now or considering it for the future, this is what I would share with other dual career couples and what I wish had been shared with us. Your One Bold Move: Have open conversations with your partner about your expectations, your values, and what is important to you in your lives together. For more from Shanna: Text SHANNA to 66866 to be added to my email list for more can't miss leadership and career insights Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking When you make your #oneboldmove, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

It can be hard to let go of something--whether relationships, missed goals, projects, or unkept promises. By not letting go, though, you're unintentionally holding yourself back. This episode shares four ways to let go, so you can move forward. Your One Bold Move: It's not possible to avoid disappointment. It's in learning to work through this and letting things go that you can emerge stronger. For more from Shanna: Text SHANNA to 66866 to be added to my email list for more can't miss leadership and career insights Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking When you make your #oneboldmove, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

One of the most frequently asked questions I get is: How do you stay so positive? Y'all, I'm not positive 100% of the time. I have hard days. Hard weeks. I had one last week. I felt a bit lost and completely overwhelmed more than once. I have learned over time how to maximize my ability to bring my best self to what's important to me, and that's what I want to help you do, too. This episode shares the five things I did last week with the hopes it can help you bounce back, too. Your One Bold Move: When you feel overwhelmed or lost, everything is a lot. Keep making forward progress. What is the ONE best next step you can make right now? For more from Shanna: Text SHANNA to 66866 to be added to my email list for more can't miss leadership and career insights. Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking When you make your #oneboldmove, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

There's a lot of leadership advice out there (including my own!) that says you have to be noticed to advance your career. How do you get noticed if you're working remotely or only in the office a few days a week? You'll need to exceed expectations, keep your presence known, and advocate for your own work—but it's more than that. This episode shares four things to build the case for your promotion or raise even while you work from home. Your One Bold Move: Build the case for your promotion or pay raise and advocate for your own work. Even if you aren't seen in the office every day, with a little effort, you can still make your positive accomplishments visible and grow your career. Want more leadership and career tips like this sent directly to your inbox twice monthly PLUS my most-requested About Me Template to build trust with your team? Text SHANNA to 66866 or visit https://www.shannaahocking.com/subscribe For more from Shanna: Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking When you make your #oneboldmove, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

We're back! Excited to learn together again. Over the last few weeks, I've heard from many of you about the stress of feeling like you don't want to be at your job anymore and whether it's time to leave. Here are a few of the things you've shared with me... +I'm not even sure what I'm doing here anymore. +I have things that are important to me beyond my work and yet I still love this organization. +I am using all my energy trying to be something I'm not sure aligns with who I want to become. +I'm so overworked and overwhelmed, but I'm afraid to tell my boss. +They are returning to four days in person a week and I'm not sure I can go back to that. If one of those sounds like what you've been saying to yourself and your friends, I've got you today with thoughts about how to talk to your boss about changing your role or switching to a new job within your organization. This episode includes templates and speaking tips you can use to approach these important conversations with your boss. Your One Bold Move: Speak up for yourself about the changes you need in your job before walking away and invite your boss to be a partner with you. You owe this to yourself to create a meaningful experience at work to bring your strengths each day. For more from Shanna: Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking When you make your #oneboldmove, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

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According to multiple recent polls, American workers are considering new job options. Some polls show percentages as high as 40% of all workers planning to leave their jobs this year. While it’s great to see companies (and hiring) open back up again, this new reality is something for every manager to be aware of—and proactively planning for. One of the most influential factors in employees’ work satisfaction is who they work for; meaning that leaders play a significant role in retaining your team members. This episode provides three tips to help you do that in the post-pandemic work environment. All this week we’re continuing the theme of exploring the Great Resignation and how to approach this as employees and team leaders. Your One Bold Move: Understand what motivates your employees and help them make progress in their work so you can create meaningful engagement--and help retain them in the organization. For more from Shanna: Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking When you make your #oneboldmove, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

All this week, we’re continuing the theme of exploring the Great Resignation and how to approach this as employees and team leaders. People have been spending a lot of time over the last year considering who they work with and for. Making a career change post-pandemic will require even more intentionality than before. You’re trying to figure out if this is the right time, the right role, and the right organization—and sometimes grass looks greener until you get up close. I’ve shared before what you should be thinking about before taking a new job, and I’ve updated these questions here for the post pandemic environment. This episode shares four things to consider before making a job switch right now. Your One Bold Move: Intentionally consider all aspects of the job change in the post pandemic world, so you can bring your best self to your work and life. For more from Shanna: To get my leadership and career insights directly to your inbox twice monthly, text SHANNA to 66866 or visit https://www.shannaahocking.com/subscribe Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking When you make your #oneboldmove, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

All this week, we’re continuing the theme of exploring the Great Resignation and how to approach this as employees and team leaders. It’s hard to know if it’s the pandemic or the job. Maybe you feel like you need to do *something* but you still have more you want to learn or do in your current role. If you’ve decided it’s more likely the circumstances we’re in than the job you have, it doesn’t mean you have to settle for languishing. This episode shares five tips to help you re-energize yourself at work. Your One Bold Move: It’s normal to feel restless, anxious, or even bored at work. Channel your strengths and purpose to motivate yourself and keep you moving forward. For more from Shanna: To get my leadership and career insights directly to your inbox twice monthly, text SHANNA to 66866 or visit https://www.shannaahocking.com/subscribe Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking When you make your #oneboldmove, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

According to a recent survey from Microsoft, 40% of workers are considering leaving their job within the next year. That is what is keeping me up at night. How am I as a leader supporting my team members to fulfill their potential and their purpose in our organization? As a thought leader on leadership and career development, how am I giving you the tools you need to make the right choices for yourself? This week we’ll be exploring topics on all things job-related. It will be less about the tactical things related to a job search, interviews, networking (but I’ve got episodes for you on all of those topics!). This week will focus more on the thought process that goes into deciding whether it’s time for a new job or you just need to re-energize yourself at work, the most important questions to consider before taking a new job, and how managers can support team members who are likely going through these career questions for themselves. It’s not always clear when it’s time to leave a job. Sometimes it hits you like a lightning bolt, sometimes it’s little things that add up to become a big thing, and other times you’re just living through a pandemic and it makes everything a lot less clear. This episode will share warning signs when it’s time to think about leaving your job (albeit not an exhaustive list). Your One Bold Move: It’s not always clear when it’s time to leave a job, but look for the warning signs in your work environment and in your heart. For more from Shanna: To get my leadership and career insights directly to your inbox twice monthly, text SHANNA to 66866 or visit https://www.shannaahocking.com/subscribe Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking When you make your #oneboldmove, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on! Links referenced in the episode: I Want Your Job Boss: https://www.shannaahocking.com/oneboldmoveaday/2020/12/6/episode-119-i-want-your-job-boss How to Ask for a Promotion: https://www.shannaahocking.com/oneboldmoveaday/2021/1/26/episode-140-how-to-ask-for-a-promotion How to Stay Motivated When You’re Not Receiving Any Recognition: https://www.shannaahocking.com/oneboldmoveaday/2021/3/18/episode-183-how-to-stay-motivated-when-youre-not-receiving-recognition NNTR Update (How to Show Value to Your Manager): https://www.shannaahocking.com/oneboldmoveaday/2020/7/18/episode-24-show-your-value-to-your-manager-the-nntr-update

In your heart is a song. I like to think of it as your purpose. Throughout your life, the song may sound differently, but it’s always there—if you listen. This episode shares a story of how I reclaimed my voice and worked toward my purpose over time and how I want to help you do this, too. What song does your heart want to sing? Your One Bold Move: Listen to your purpose and work toward it every day. For more from Shanna: Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking When you make your #oneboldmove, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

When you’re working on a new project, program, or event, you spend so much time planning and preparing that when it’s finally over you’re exhausted and ready to move on. But there’s a way to leverage the process to carry your learning forward and set you up for success in the future. It’s through reflection on what went well and what to do differently, often called an After Action Review or a Retrospective Review. In today’s episode I’ll walk through why you should consider doing this at work and how to get started. You don't have to be a team leader to facilitate any of this and you can also apply these principles to your own work or personal goals. Your One Bold Move: Before you move on to the next thing at work, spend time as a group reflecting on what you’ve learned and how you will apply this going forward. For more from Shanna: Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking When you make your #oneboldmove, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

Today launches HeyMama’s campaign, Motherhood On the Resume. I was so moved when I heard about this campaign, because for much of my career, and for many women before me, motherhood has been considered a penalty. Being a working mother required a dual identity I hadn’t been prepared for. Here's the thing: Motherhood has made me a better employee and, most especially, a better leader. Working has made me a better mother, too. Your One Bold Move: Join me and HeyMama in adding Mother to your LinkedIn profile and/or resume. Together let’s destigmatize motherhood in the workplace. For more information: https://heymama.co/motherhood-on-the-resume/ For more from Shanna: Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking When you make your #oneboldmove, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

I love WOTD so much, I'm reprising this episode with new thoughts. At work, it's important to celebrate the big and small wins. Things move so quickly, you may not slow down enough to acknowledge what you've done. You may also feel uncomfortable sharing your awesomeness with other people. I developed Win of the Day (WOTD) to bring more celebration to work--and encourage my team to share their own successes. This episode provides tips on how WOTD works, what a win is, and why it matters, so you can bring WOTD to your team or office. Your One Bold Move: Share a WOTD with a colleague or your team. Invite them to share, too. Find more ways to celebrate together at work. Send me a note with your WOTD so I can cheer you on! For more from Shanna: Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking When you make your #oneboldmove, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

Your strengths helped get you to where you are today. Doing more of the same thing or doing it better will not, however, lead to sustainable growth. What got you here won't get you where you're going next. (I should mention is a book by the same title and that’s not really what this is about. I had mixed feelings on the book, though it’s clearly celebrated by many.) This episode shares three things you need to do to level up. This will be important in transitioning to the next normal, going from peer to manager, taking on a promotion, leading as your team grows, etc. Your One Bold Move: Reaching the next level will require new learning and adaptability. Believe in yourself and what is possible for where you’re going next. For more from Shanna: Text SHANNA to 66866 to get my leadership and career tips directly to your inbox twice monthly. Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking When you make your #oneboldmove, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

Do you feel you’re able to innovate at work? Lots of attention is paid to entrepreneurs who start their own companies, but you don’t have to start your own business to build something meaningful. You can be what’s called an intrapreneur—someone who innovates within a larger organization. Organizations rely on innovation for continued growth, but there are benefits for you, too. When you’re more creative at work, you’re contributing to your own learning and job satisfaction. This episode shares five ways you can bring creativity to your work every day. Your One Bold Move: Sharing new ideas and trying out initiatives are how an organization—and you—can grow and evolve. For more from Shanna: Sign up for my newsletter by texting SHANNA to 66866 or visiting https://www.shannaahocking.com/subscribe Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking When you make your #oneboldmove, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

You know you need to build your network to advance your career and grow as a leader--and *how* you do it makes a difference. Making email introductions the right way builds relationships and adds value. This episode walks you through a template on the right way to introduce two people over email--including some insights you won't hear anywhere else, like who should follow up on an intro first and why! Your One Bold Move: When you follow these tips to introduce people over email (or be introduced), you'll both build your network and be the person everyone loves to make connections for. For more from Shanna: Sign up for my newsletter by texting SHANNA to 66866 or visiting https://www.shannaahocking.com/subscribe Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking When you make your #oneboldmove, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

It's inevitable that you'll have tough days at work. The question is then: How do you handle it? This episode provides four tips you can use to get back on track after a tough day. Your One Bold Move: On the tough days at work, remember you are tough, too, and use these strategies to support yourself in moving forward. Additional Resources: The One Folder You Need to Have - https://www.shannaahocking.com/blog/2017/6/23/the-one-folder-you-need-to-have For more from Shanna: Sign up for my newsletter by texting SHANNA to 66866 or visiting https://www.shannaahocking.com/subscribe Website - https://www.shannaahocking.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/shannaahocking LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannaahocking When you make your #oneboldmove, tag me on social, so I can cheer you on!

Every great organization thrives because they have a group of people watching out for them, giving them feedback, and advocating for them. You deserve this, too! This episode shares how to create a personal board of advisors, including what to consider in candidates and the importance of nurturing these relationships. Your One Bold Move: Create your personal board of advisors to develop the strongest and best version of yourself. Through One Bold Move a Day podcast, I hope you consider me a member of your board of advisors. If you're interested in learning more about how to work together with me, send me a note info@shannaahocking.com.

Are you thinking about starting a side hustle or is it something you might like to do someday? I'm proud to have what I call an "And Career." This episode shares the origin story for Be Yourself Boldly and how it has evolved over time. I also provide four tips to consider whether you have an idea for a business and don't know where you start or you're figuring out your way now. Your One Bold Move: If you're ready to try launching a side hustle, you don't need to have everything perfect to start. (Plus, you have your day job to rely on!)

As you think about returning to an office or connecting with others you haven't seen in a while, you may be feeling unsure about how to make small talk again. This episode shares four tips (and several examples you can use in your next convo!) on how to make small talk that will lead to positive outcomes. Your One Bold Move: When making small talk, ask questions to invite others to share their best self. Plus, reference Episode 155 for virtual icebreaker questions you can use with a group or individual.