Psychology at Work | Career Success, Leadership, Communication Skills

Getting talked over in meetings is one of the most common (and most demoralizing) experiences professionals face at work. But what if there's something in your communication style that's unintentionally inviting interruptions? In this episode, Melody unpacks the REAL reasons you keep getting cut off – and none of them have anything to do with developing a thicker skin.
What You’ll Discover:

How a Senior Account Director went from getting derailed every meeting to being described as "in command"
The #1 thing you should ask yourself before opening your mouth (99% of people get this wrong)
Specific phrases to reclaim the conversation when someone talks over you, without looking defensive
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“You’re too detailed." "You’re too in the weeds." "You need to zoom out." You've heard the feedback, but nobody’s told you what to actually DO about it. Reshmi, a program manager at a major CPG company, was hearing this constantly despite being one of the most capable people on her team. In this conversation, she shares specific changes that turned "she's too tactical" into "I love how you framed that" feedback from executives.
You’ll discover: 
Why "delegate more" is bad advice for the "too in the weeds" problem
How to stop over-preparing for every meeting and still sound intelligent and informed
C-Suite goes on tangents? Here’s how to get the conversation back on track
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If you're a working mom who feels like you're constantly falling short both in your career and at home, this episode will change how you think about why. Dr. Corinne Low joins Melody to discuss "the squeeze" — that period when caregiving demands and professional growth peak at the exact same time — and why so many women end up making permanent sacrifices to survive what's actually a temporary season. We also get into what you can do to redefine success during this period, from renegotiating the invisible labor in your household to thinking about your time like an economist.
In this episode, you'll discover:
The invisible iceberg beneath every "equal" partnership that most couples never talk about
Think your career is over after 40? Here’s why your chance of promotion increases with age
An economist's trick for figuring out which of your daily tasks you should stop doing entirely
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If you've ever tried to build a new habit, change how you show up at work, or break a pattern that isn't serving you, and then give up when it didn't stick, this episode is for you. Eric Zimmer, host of the 50-million-download podcast The One You Feed and author of How A Little Becomes A Lot, joins Melody to discuss how to make change stick when your busy, overwhelmed, and “not the disciplined type.” 
What You’ll Discover: 
How to stay motivated when progress feels painfully slow
The secret to breaking the cycle of going all in, falling off, and feeling like a failure
A simple “equation” for reducing stress and suffering at work — even when you can't change the situation
Ways to recover when you fall off track with goals that don’t involve scrapping everything and starting over
About Eric Zimmer
Eric Zimmer is an author, teacher, speaker, and the creator of The One You Feed podcast—an award-winning show with over 50 million downloads across 800+ conversations exploring meaningful living. Through his behavior coaching, workshops, and mentorship, he's guided thousands worldwide in creating sustainable habits that last—not through willpower or epiphany, but through steady change. His approach blends cutting-edge science with timeless wisdom, offering practical pathways to more integrity and deeper meaning. https://www.oneyoufeed.net/ 

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How do you hold your team accountable without becoming a micromanager? In this episode, I talk with Ashley Herd — employment lawyer turned HR leader and author of The Manager Method — about how to set clear expectations, follow up when things fall through the cracks, and have honest conversations about performance without it feeling punishing or personal.
What You’ll Discover: 
Why agreement is not the same as accountability (and the one conversation most managers skip)
How to delegate without ending up redoing everything at 10pm 
The real reason your team isn't following through (hint: it's probably not laziness)
How to negotiate priorities upward so your boss's "urgent" request doesn't derail your team's week
About Ashley Herd
Ashley Herd is a former Chief People Officer and General Counsel , leadership speaker, and podcast host who has trained over 250,000 managers through LinkedIn Learning and live corporate trainings. Ashley has spent her career helping professionals navigate leadership challenges with clarity and confidence. Ashley built Manager Method after leading HR and Legal teams at McKinsey, Yum! Brands and Modern Luxury. She’s a top LinkedIn Learning instructor and co-host of the HR Besties podcast. As the CEO of Manager Method, Ashley works with organizations of all sizes to equip their managers with practical, proven tools that drive clarity, accountability and stronger teams - because better managers build better workplaces. https://www.managermethod.com/

FREE TRAINING: Effortless Executive Presence
LIVE VIRTUAL EVENT May 5th @ 3pm ET
5 secrets to speak with crisp, confident authority, even if you’re an introvert or overthinker.
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