Queen Speaking

We're sharing how journaling can improve our daily lives, how to find the best style to work for you and stick with it. Links in this episode: * Fast Company: You can’t be productive without routines and rituals. Here’s why (https://www.fastcompany.com/90293936/benefits-of-daily-routines-and-rituals) * The Cut: I’ve Been in 4 Relationships With the Same Person (https://www.thecut.com/2019/01/ive-been-in-four-relationships-with-the-same-person.html) * Zen Habits: The Four Habits that Form Habits (https://zenhabits.net/habitses/) * Rhodia Pads (https://rhodiapads.com/collections_view_all.php) * 52 Lists for Happiness: Weekly Journaling Inspiration for Positivity, Balance, and Joy Diary by Moorea Seal (https://amzn.to/2TpeDNT) * Two Minute Mornings: A Journal to Win Your Day Every Day Diary by Neil Pasricha (https://amzn.to/2D1hYLW) * Bullet Journal YouTube: How to Bullet Journal (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fm15cmYU0IM) * Real Simple: How to Find the Right Journaling Style to Improve Your Life (https://www.

Let’s learn how to use hygge, the nordic concept of coziness, to make our space stay-in ready intentionally instead of an afterthought as we learn to embrace the winter season. Links in this episode: * Man Repeller: There Are Two Kinds of People in This World: “Sorry” People and “Thank You” People (https://www.manrepeller.com/2019/01/there-are-two-kinds-of-people-sorry-people-and-thank-you-people.html) * TheSkimm: Your Biggest Money Questions, Answered by Vanguard (https://theskimm.com/picks/1w6JdmVQZCCK6Iwmo6sUEA/money-questions-answered) * The Wing: No Man’s Land (https://www.the-wing.com/nomansland/) * Lifehacker: How to Get Through a Miserable Winter With the Danish Concept of Hygge (https://lifehacker.com/how-to-get-through-a-miserable-winter-with-the-danish-c-1791001000) * Cuyana: Alpaca Lounge Cardigan (https://www.cuyana.com/alpaca-lounge-cardigan.html)

In this month’s, Women Inspiring #TeamQS segment, we’re shouting out Samin Nosrat of Salt Fat Acid Heat fame. We get into what she’s teaching us about community and food through her Netflix series and her approachable fundamentals of cooking from her bestselling cookbook. Links in this episode: * Hikyoga Love You Day (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/love-you-day-presented-by-hikyoga-tickets-53700041269) * Queen Speaking: How To Set Boundaries Without Feeling Guilty (https://www.queenspeaking.com/47) * Nick Wignall: How to Be More Assertive: A Practical Guide (https://nickwignall.com/how-to-be-more-assertive/) * NYTimes: Redefining Representation: The Women of the 116th Congress (https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2019/01/14/us/politics/women-of-the-116th-congress.html) * Ciao Samin (http://ciaosamin.com/) * Netflix: Salt Fat Acid Heat (https://www.netflix.com/title/80198288) * Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat: Mastering the Elements of Good Cooking by Samin Nosrat and Wendy MacNaughton (https://amzn.to/2Mkbr3s) * Milk Str

We’re talking through some of the reasons why self doubt creeps in, what you can do to overcome those negative thoughts, and tactics to silence your inner critic. Links in this episode: * Farnoosh Torabi on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/farnooshtorabi/) * So Money Podcast (http://podcast.farnoosh.tv/) * Stash Wealth (https://www.stashwealth.com/home) * Brownkids on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/brownkids/) * Shine: 4 Science-Backed Ways to Upgrade Your Self-Talk (https://advice.shinetext.com/articles/4-science-backed-ways-to-upgrade-your-self-talk/) * Very Well Mind: The Toxic Effects of Negative Self-Talk (https://www.verywellmind.com/negative-self-talk-and-how-it-affects-us-4161304) * Nick Wignall: 10 Types of Negative Self-Talk (and How to Correct Them) (https://nickwignall.com/negative-self-talk/) * The Positivity Blog: 12 Powerful Tips to Overcome Negative Thoughts (and Embrace Positive Thinking) (https://www.positivityblog.com/overcome-negative-thoughts/)

Emotional intelligence has a huge impact on how we work today because much of our work is human-focused. We’re going to talk through the value of EI/EQ and tactics to enhance these skills. Links in this episode: * Pinch of Yum (https://pinchofyum.com/) * ABC: The Goldbergs (https://abc.go.com/shows/the-goldbergs) * Netflix: Tidying Up with Marie Kondo (https://www.netflix.com/title/80209379) * HoneyBook | Rising Tide: The Ultimate Guide to Strategic Planning for Small Businesses (https://www.honeybook.com/risingtide/business-planning) * Emotional Intelligence 2.0 by Travis Bradberry (https://amzn.to/2LSxcH9) * Harvard Business Review: Emotional Intelligence Has 12 Elements. Which Do You Need to Work On? (https://hbr.org/2017/02/emotional-intelligence-has-12-elements-which-do-you-need-to-work-on) * Harvard Business Review: How to Hire for Emotional Intelligence (https://hbr.org/2016/02/how-to-hire-for-emotional-intelligence) * Harvard Business Review: The Rise of AI Makes Emotional Intelligence More Important

Recognizing that growth happens, we wanted to talk about how we’ve revisited our own budgets, how they’ve evolved, what the new priorities are, and how to readjust as your budget changes and grows with you. Links in this episode: * Queen Speaking: Reflection And Goal Setting (https://www.queenspeaking.com/49) * Ideas.TED.com: Quiz: Which TED talk are you? (https://ideas.ted.com/quiz-which-ted-talk-are-you/) * TED YouTube: How to build (and rebuild) trust | Frances Frei (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pVeq-0dIqpk) * Bon Appetit YouTube: Carla and Ina Garten Make Chocolate-Pecan Scones | From the Test Kitchen (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SgiW_1Ry2dY) * Queen Speaking: Budget Basics (https://www.queenspeaking.com/2)

This month we’re spotlighting Brené Brown and talking through her pillars of work on vulnerability, how to move past shame, fear, and imperfection to be more in tune, thoughtful leaders. Links in this episode: * Queen Speaking episodes (https://www.queenspeaking.com/episodes) * 23andMe: Health and Ancestry Kit (https://www.23andme.com/dna-health-ancestry/) * TEDxHouston: Brené Brown “The Power of Vulnerability” (https://www.ted.com/talks/brene_brown_on_vulnerability) * Brené Brown (https://brenebrown.com/) * Armchair Expert Podcast Live: Brené Brown (https://armchairexpertpod.com/pods/brene-brown) * Brené Brown blog: Courage Over Comfort: Rumbling with Shame, Accountability, and Failure at Work (https://brenebrown.com/blog/2018/03/13/courage-comfort-rumbling-shame-accountability-failure-work/) * Forbes: Brené Brown: How Vulnerability Can Make Our Lives Better (https://www.forbes.com/sites/danschawbel/2013/04/21/brene-brown-how-vulnerability-can-make-our-lives-better/#d21b42a36c72) * Brené Brown blog: Leading

It’s the end of the year, which means it’s the perfect time to look back on your accomplishments, celebrate your achievements, and assess lessons learned. We’re sharing how to use this self reflection to set smart goals for the new year. Links in this episode: * Halsey Street by Naima Coster (https://amzn.to/2Sf86Vi) * Morning Brew (https://morningbrew.cmail20.com/t/j-l-ffuur-jdiljiltij-jd/) * Melody Hansen on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/p/BrQkDckhHkj/) * The Cut on Tuesdays: How to Ruin a Dinner Party (https://www.thecut.com/2018/12/the-cut-on-tuesdays-episode-10-cooking-with-samin-nosrat.html) * Harvard Business Review: Why You Should Make Time for Self Reflection Even If You Hate Doing It (https://hbr.org/2017/03/why-you-should-make-time-for-self-reflection-even-if-you-hate-doing-it) * MindTools: SMART Goals How to Make Your Goals Achievable (https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/smart-goals.htm) * Ideas.TED.com: The science of setting goals (https://ideas.ted.com/the-science-of-setting-goals/)

We’re talking through the best ways to pack smartly for vacation using capsule wardrobe tips as you prepare for your holiday getaway, whether you’re heading to visit family, off to the beach, going camping, or up in the mountains. Links in this episode: * Skinnytaste: Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip (https://www.skinnytaste.com/hot-spinach-and-artichoke-dip/) * Smitten Kitchen Every Day: Triumphant and Unfussy New Favorites by Deb Perelman (https://amzn.to/2UkoUvN) * Jonathan Van Ness on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/p/Bq-oGSMn-ta/) * The Capsule Suitcase: How I Pack For a Winter Trip (https://capsulesuitcase.com/2015/10/21/how-i-pack-for-a-winter-trip/) * Pinterest: Travel Capsule Packing Lists (https://www.pinterest.com/vettacapsule/travel-capsule-packing-lists/?lp=true) * Away: The Insider Packing Cubes (https://www.awaytravel.com/organizers/packing-cubes-four/green) * MyDomaine: The 18-Piece Capsule Wardrobe a Travel Editor Wears on Vacation (https://www.mydomaine.com/italy-packing-list)

We’re navigating how to set boundaries by learning to say no and how to combat feelings of guilt that might come up as you put this in practice. Links in this episode: * Morning Brew (https://morningbrew.cmail19.com/t/j-l-pitmc-jdlhjrjuyu-dj/) * Career Contessa: The Communication Soft Skills You Need at Work (+ How to Use Them) (https://www.careercontessa.com/advice/soft-skills-definition/) * Girlboss: Need To Say “No” More? Start With These 5 Questions (https://amp.mindbodygreen.com/articles/how-to-say-no-set-boundaries-without-feeling-guilty--18769) * MindBodyGreen: How To Say No & Set Boundaries Without Feeling Guilty (https://amp.mindbodygreen.com/articles/how-to-say-no-set-boundaries-without-feeling-guilty--18769) * PsychCentral: What to Do When You Feel Guilty About Setting Boundaries (https://psychcentral.com/lib/what-to-do-when-you-feel-guilty-about-setting-boundaries/) * Shine: Self-Care With a Side of Guilt: How to Set Boundaries and Not Feel Like a Let Down (https://advice.shinetext.com/articles/s

We’re sharing tips to be more present and the advantages this has in work, relationships, and during stressful times to avoid the “busyness paradox.” Links in this episode: * Emotional Intelligence 2.0 by Travis Bradberry (https://amzn.to/2rdx5MQ) * Queen Speaking: How To Practice Active Listening (https://www.queenspeaking.com/13) * Mackenzie’s Table: Table for One eBook (https://mackenziestable.com/product/table-for-one) * TED.com: 6 tactics to help you turn heated dinner arguments into real conversations (https://ideas.ted.com/6-strategies-to-help-you-turn-heated-dinner-arguments-into-real-conversations/) * BuzzFeed News: Bon Appétit’s Test Kitchen Chefs Are The Only YouTube Stars I Care About (https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/louispeitzman/bon-appetit-cooking-videos-youtube-claire-saffitz-brad-leone) * Mindful: Slow Down to Get Ahead (https://www.mindful.org/slow-down-to-get-ahead/) * Forbes: The Multitaskers' Guide To Being More Present (https://www.forbes.com/sites/work-in-progress/2013/09/19/the-mu

Each month, we spotlight a new woman (in this case women) as we discuss the “Women’s Wave” in Congress. We’re sharing why it matters, who it impacts, and where to go next as we support women and equal representation in politics. Links in this episode: * No Limits with Rebecca Jarvis: #90 Nicole Richie (https://tunein.com/embed/player/t122740032) * NY Times: Michelle Obama and Tracee Ellis Ross on the Power of Women’s Stories (https://www.nytimes.com/2018/11/20/books/michelle-obama-tracee-ellis-ross-interview.html) * RealClear Politics: More Women in Congress, But Was It a Pink Wave? (https://www.realclearpolitics.com/articles/2018/11/12/more_women_in_congress_but_was_it_a_pink_wave_138629.html) * The Hill: What it will take to turn the women’s wave into an ocean (https://thehill.com/opinion/campaign/417926-what-it-will-take-to-turn-the-womens-wave-into-an-ocean) * Vox: It’s official: a record-breaking number of women have won seats in Congress (https://www.vox.com/policy-and-politics/2018/11/7/18024742/midter

We’re sharing the ways to support local during the holiday season as we challenge you to shop small, give back to your community, and opt outside. Links in this episode: * EntreLeadership on YouTube: What Is White Space at Work? | Juliet Funt (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5TVcgqF08GY) * The New York Times: The Congressional Uniform Is About to Change (https://www.nytimes.com/2018/11/07/fashion/women-changing-politics.html) * Confetti Foundation (http://confettifoundation.org/) * Giving Tuesday (https://www.givingtuesday.org/) * VolunteerMatch (https://www.volunteermatch.org/) * AmazonSmile (https://smile.amazon.com/) * Tom’s One for One (https://www.toms.com/improving-lives) * Warby Parker Buy A Pair, Give A Pair (https://www.warbyparker.com/buy-a-pair-give-a-pair) * 10Tree mission (https://www.tentree.com/pages/company) * Real Clear Life: 16 Brands That Use the TOMS Model of One-for-One Giving (http://www.realclearlife.com/books/16-brands-use-toms-model-one-one-giving/) * Even Odd (https://evenodd.us/) *

We’re diving into fika, the Swedish coffee break, and how to incorporate their baking traditions into our lives. With the holidays around the corner, let’s aim for more mindful moments for self care. Links in this episode: * Sephora: OLEHENRIKSEN Glow Brightly™ - Radiance-Boosting Super Set (https://www.sephora.com/product/glow-brightly-P436910?icid2=products%20grid:p436910:product) * Sephora: ORIGINS Clear Improvement® Active Charcoal Mask to Clear Pores (https://www.sephora.com/product/clear-improvement-active-charcoal-mask-to-clear-pores-P297524?icid2=products%20grid:p297524:product) * Sephora: DRUNK ELEPHANT The Littles™ (https://www.sephora.com/product/the-littles-tm-P429239?icid2=products%20grid:p429239:product) * Target: Unscented Acure Brilliantly Brightening Facial Scrub (https://www.target.com/p/acure-brilliantly-brightening-facial-scrub-4-fl-oz/-/A-16453836) * Ideas.TED.com: 5 steps to help you figure out your passion (https://ideas.ted.com/5-steps-to-help-you-figure-out-out-your-passion/) * Armcha

Learn how to tap into your natural talents as you pursue your own career development. We share our experience taking the Gallup CliftonStrengths assessment, our top five strengths, and how they show up for us in the work we do. Links in this episode: * Netflix: Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj (https://www.netflix.com/title/80239931) * Gallup: CliftonStrengths (https://www.gallupstrengthscenter.com/) * StrengthsFinder 2.0 by Tom Rath (https://amzn.to/2DmW4Wf) * CliftonStrengths Theme Domains (https://www.gallupstrengthscenter.com/home/en-us/cliftonstrengths-themes-domains) * Strengths-Edge Coaching (https://www.strengths-edge.com/)

Online communities play a major role in bringing people together. How can you take advantage of your special interests and build friend groups online based around them? We talk through how to do that effectively and where to bring your online community to the real world. Links in this episode: * Roc Girl Gang: Women of Distinction at Three Brothers Wineries & Estates (https://www.rocgirlgang.com/blog/2018/10/20/women-of-distinction-at-three-brothers-wineries-estates) * Washington Post: How Julia Louis-Dreyfus quietly became the most successful sitcom star ever (https://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/tv/how-julia-louis-dreyfus-quietly-became-the-most-successful-sitcom-star-ever/2018/10/16/b434a03a-ce2e-11e8-a3e6-44daa3d35ede_story.html) * Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity by Kim Scott (https://amzn.to/2CG3wuD) * Queen Speaking: Can I Give You Some Feedback? (https://www.queenspeaking.com/27) * Girls Night In Club Book Club (http://girlsnightinclub.com/book-club/) * Bumble BF

America’s biggest phobia is a fear of public speaking! It’s time to conquer it. We’re talking through the top three things to keep in mind before you stand up in front of your team or take the stage for your next presentation. Links in this episode: * Zen Habits: Paring Down Your Life (https://zenhabits.net/paring/) * YouTube: Will Smith (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKuHFYu3smtrl2AwwMOXOlg/featured) * Huffington Post: 7 Essential Tips to Prepare for a TED Talk (https://www.huffingtonpost.com/simon-young/7-essential-tips-to-prepa_b_7537228.html) * Ethos3: 5 Shocking Public Speaking Statistics (https://www.ethos3.com/2018/03/5-shocking-public-speaking-statistics/) * Ethos3: The Godin Method (https://www.ethos3.com/design-tips/the-godin-method/) * Hongkiat: 10 Presentation Tools to Win Over Your Audience (https://www.hongkiat.com/blog/presentation-tools/) * Freakonomics Radio: Who Needs Handwriting (http://freakonomics.com/podcast/who-needs-handwriting/)

What’s the difference between fear and anxiety? Following Mental Health Awareness Week, we’re sharing how to recognize fear in your life and how to let it go, whether it’s fear of failure, uncertainty, insecurity or lack of control. Links in this episode: * Netflix: Quincy (https://www.netflix.com/title/80102952) * Milk Street Radio: Ina Garten is a Messy Cook: The Hidden World of The Barefoot Contessa (https://www.177milkstreet.com/radio/ina-garten-is-a-messy-cook-the-hidden-world-of-the-barefoot-contessa) * NAMI: Mental Illness Awareness Week (https://www.nami.org/Get-Involved/Awareness-Events/Mental-Illness-Awareness-Week) * VeryWellMind: The Difference Between Fear and Anxiety (https://www.verywellmind.com/fear-and-anxiety-differences-and-similarities-2584399) * Mary Poffenroth: RIA (https://www.marypoffenroth.com/) * You Are a Badass®: How to Stop Doubting Your Greatness and Start Living an Awesome Life by Jen Sincero (https://amzn.to/2ROQhfZ)

Welcome to a new segment on Queen Speaking. Each month, we’ll spotlight a new woman, talk about her impact, and what we can learn from her. This week, we’re talking about Christine Blasey Ford, her testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee, and what we can do next. Links in this episode: * CBS News YouTube: Brett Kavanaugh and Christine Blasey Ford full testimonies before the Senate Judiciary Committee (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SVGIiiZXdl4) * Netflix: Atypical (https://www.netflix.com/title/80117540) * HBO: Insecure (https://www.hbo.com/insecure) * Time: How Christine Blasey Ford’s Testimony Changed America (http://time.com/5415027/christine-blasey-ford-testimony/) * The New York Times: Anita Hill: How to Get the Kavanaugh Hearings Right (https://www.nytimes.com/2018/09/18/opinion/anita-hill-brett-kavanaugh-clarence-thomas.html)

Why does practicing self-love matter? We talk through how the struggle to accept ourselves and our bodies took root and the actions we can take toward self-compassion. Links in this episode: * Back to Work: Episode 314: Which Fellini You Want to Be (http://5by5.tv/b2w/314) * Elle: Four Middle Eastern and Muslim Actresses On The Roles They Don’t Get and The Ones They Won’t Take (https://www.elle.com/culture/movies-tv/a23088487/middle-eastern-muslim-actress-roundtable) * Positive Psychology Program: What is Self-Acceptance? 25 Exercises + Definition and Quotes (https://positivepsychologyprogram.com/self-acceptance/) * Knix: Every Body Has A Stor (http://www.stories-knixwear.com/)y * Dove: Campaign for Real Beauty (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wpM499XhMJQ) * ThirdLove: To Each, Her Own (http://toeachherown.thirdlove.com/) * Always: #LikeAGirl (https://always.com/en-us/about-us/likeagirl-how-it-all-started) * Momsplaining with Kristen Bell (https://www.ellentube.com/studios/momsplaining/momsplaining-with-krist