Modern Gen X Woman
We’re changing the rules and changing the conversation around Gen X Women. No longer are we, as Gen X women, going to blend in the background, wait to be promoted, or cringe when having to talk about our rates for our services.We are going to declare the life and success we want and go after it, without apology. Modern Gen X Woman, it's your time. Jackie Ghedine + Mimi Bishop are top career and business coaches for Modern Gen X women who want to make an impact, leave their mark and increase their success and wealth. We're here to he...
Things are Changing
In this episode, Jackie and Mimi discuss the shifting focus of their business and the decision to put the podcast on pause. They talk about acquiring a conference and working with corporate clients for learning and development. The hosts share funny stories and anecdotes, including driving styles and dealing with teenagers. They emphasize the importance of taking time to reassess and make intentional decisions. The episode concludes with a call to stay connected and provide feedback.
Takeaways
Workplace Culture: Change or Die
Summary
In this episode, Jackie and Mimi discuss the importance of workplace culture and how it can impact employee satisfaction and company profitability. They emphasize the need for a positive and supportive work environment, where employees feel respected and valued. The hosts provide strategies for diagnosing and changing workplace culture, including creating autonomy, setting clear goals, and investing in professional development. They also discuss the importance of collaboration and communication in building a cohesive team. The episode concludes with an announcement about the upcoming Reimagine conference.
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Authenticity and Resilience with Tamara Layne
In a world that often challenges the very essence of identity, being authentic to oneself as a transwoman is not just an act of bravery—it's an act of resilience because you must come out every single day you are navigating a society that may not always understand or accept you.
Our guest, Tamara Layne has found the ultimate triumph in living as her true self and being a beacon for others are working toward doing the same.
Tamara Layne is a 59-year-old transwoman who was born in Canarsie, Brooklyn and now live...
I Hate My Boss, Now What
In this episode, Jackie and Mimi discuss the challenges of hating your boss and provide strategies for dealing with toxic boss-employee relationships. They emphasize the demoralizing effect of a toxic boss and the importance of finding validation from sources other than your boss. They also highlight the responsibility of leaders to build confidence and create a culture of psychological safety. The conversation explores the dynamics of the boss-employee relationship and the need for clear communication and aligned expectations. The hosts encourage listeners to take ownership of their emotions and explore their options for improvement. The episode concludes with an...
I Hate My Boss, Now What
In this episode, Jackie and Mimi discuss the challenges of hating your boss and provide strategies for dealing with toxic boss-employee relationships. They emphasize the demoralizing effect of a toxic boss and the importance of finding validation from sources other than your boss. They also highlight the responsibility of leaders to build confidence and create a culture of psychological safety. The conversation explores the dynamics of the boss-employee relationship and the need for clear communication and aligned expectations. The hosts encourage listeners to take ownership of their emotions and explore their options for improvement. The episode concludes with an...
It's Time to Start Running Efficient Meetings
This episode explores strategies for running effective meetings. The hosts discuss the inefficiency of many meetings and the negative impact of too many meetings on productivity and decision-making. They emphasize the importance of flow and time management in meetings and suggest alternatives to status meetings. The hosts also provide tips for effective brainstorming meetings and offer tactics for making meetings more efficient. The episode concludes with a call to action for individuals and organizations to improve their meeting practices.
Do This in Status Meetings
Do Meetless Mondays
Do schedule meetings to not end on the...
"V" Day—Loving Yourself and Your Vagina
Dr. McNally discusses the changes women experience in their bodies after the age of 40 and provides insights on how to navigate these changes. She emphasizes the importance of open communication with healthcare providers and encourages women to ask questions and advocate for their needs.
Dr. McNally also highlights the significance of regular checkups and blood work to monitor overall health. She addresses the physical changes in a woman's body, including hormonal fluctuations and vaginal health. Additionally, she discusses the impact of nutrition and exercise on overall well-being and offers insights on maintaining sexual health and intimacy as w...
Conversation Resolutions, and Stop Saying Conflict and Difficult
This episode explores the concept of conversation resolution, which combines the art of conflict resolution with difficult conversations. The hosts emphasize the importance of shifting mindset and energy when approaching conversations, as well as understanding subconscious beliefs. They discuss the impact of mindset on conflict resolution and the power of neutralizing language in conversations. The episode also highlights the significance of setting intentions and focusing on resolution rather than being right. The hosts stress the importance of fostering collaborative environments and building trust in order to create good relationships at work.
Takeaways
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking separates the greats from the goods. It is a significant differentiator in business success, whether you’re an individual or you’re a company, problem-solving in the box is not going to challenge the status quo and amplify innovation.
Some people are critical thinkers by nature, while others need to work on building this skill.
How do you solve a problem when the solution isn’t the answer? Let’s dig into critical thinking and why it is a must-hone skill for today.
In this conversation, Mimi and Jackie discuss the importanc...
Collective Intelligence
This episode explores the concept of collective intelligence and leadership. We delve into how leaders can leverage the collective knowledge and creativity of their teams to solve complex problems, foster innovation, and make more informed decisions.
We discuss the origins of psychological safety and the importance of creating a culture that encourages diverse perspectives. We also provide practical tips for facilitating collective intelligence meetings and setting clear objectives and actionable outcomes. Finally, we highlight the application of collective intelligence in various settings and invite listeners to reach out for further support and training.
In this co...
The Ego and the Imposter
The Ego stops us from taking in other ideas and exploring outside ourselves for answers.
The Imposter keeps us looking for validation from others and keeps us questioning ourselves.
When you think about being a phenomenal leader, regardless of title, there has to be a balance between the ego and the imposter. This is one of the roots we include in our professional development training and we’re going to give you a glimpse into the Worlds of the Ego and the Worlds of the Imposter and share with you how to teeter be...
Funny Woman of a Certain Age, Carole Montgomery
We can’t imagine a world where humor isn’t a big part of it. Let’s face it, the world is a tough place and sometimes the only way to get through it is via a good laugh. What’s even funnier is comedy that resonates, reflects and makes fun of our crazy midlife lives. This week’s guest, Carole Montgomery is the queen of poking fun of, and adoring, women 50+.
Carole has headlined clubs & colleges across the USA and starred in 2 different Las Vegas production shows. In fact,
THE LAS VEGAS SUN calls Carole "one...
The Year of Spontaneity
People step into a new year in different ways. Some set rigid goals and over plan (MIMI!), some pick some goals but don’t put any thought behind them and some people live life day to day without any clear vision or goals.
We’re here to offer a fresh perspective for 2024: Spontaneity.
Picture this: Embracing opportunities without a preconceived script, trusting our instincts, and welcoming surprises. No need to meticulously plan every step – spontaneity becomes the compass guiding us through the adventures of 2024.
So, let's break free from the norm, trade resolutions for spo...
Best Of: Worry Peak
Hey Gen X Women!
Is it 2AM again and you find yourself worrying, thinking, ruminating? Look, I’ve never been a great sleeper but it has gotten much worse once I hit midlife and I know I’m not alone.
Have you seen a difference in how much you worry or ruminate as you’ve reached midlife?
Listen up because in this episode we’re telling you, we aren’t crazy (even though we may sometimes feel like we are) and instead, why and how we are reacting to the different physical, emotional and psychologi...
Best Of: Good Girl Epidemic
From the moment we’re born, societal expectations begin to shape our thoughts and beliefs about how we are supposed to show up in the world. As girls, we were taught to be polite, stay quiet, be calm, don’t make others feel bad, don’t show off. We’re encouraged to suppress our voices, not to take up too much space and to keep our ideas to ourselves.
This week, Mimi and I are going to uncover the hidden truths around the Good Girl Epidemic, explore how it impacted us as young girls, and how, even today, th...
2023 Modern Gen X Woman of the Year: Eleanor Beaton
Carving a niche and constructing a world around it, surrounding yourself with supportive women, demanding your value, and recognizing that investing in yourself is not selfish. These tenets serve as guiding lights for women striving to excel in their personal and professional lives. It's no surprise that Eleanor Beaton, a standout figure embodying these ideals, that’s why we’re delighted to have Eleanor as the 4th annual Modern Gen X Woman of the Year.
Eleanor Beaton is a global authority on women's entrepreneurship, contributing her expertise as an advisor on women's leadership at the Yale School of M...
2023 Gen X Gift Guide, Jackie + Mimi's PIcks
Trying to find the perfect gift for the holidays is always fun and when we find something we love, we want to share. This week, Mimi and I are telling you our top holiday picks.
In this episode, we’re talking about some of our favorite gift ideas….
Mimi’s Picks
PaperSource desk calendarsCommit 30 Fitness JournalNikol Beauty Makeup and Skincare L’Occitane CandlesJackie’s Picks
Towel wrap for out of the shower...Soft Skills are Not Soft
Hard skills were the foundation for hiring talent for way too long. Soft skills were considered, well, soft. We know this is no longer the case and, we, refuse to call them soft skills because we know from all the work we do with organizations, these are the POWER SKILLS that separate successful individuals and organizations.
Why do we call them power skills? Because without them, no one has power. Not the leaders, not the team, and not the company. Take a listen to find out why.
Find Your Glimmers This Thanksgiving
This Thanksgiving, Jackie and Mimi are talking off the cuff about appreciation and gratitude, and we're introducing you to 'Glimmers.'
A glimmer is a psychological term because it is the opposite of a trigger Glimmers in everyday life are small, spontaneous moments where you feel calm, peaceful, present, joyful, or all of the above. However, how a glimmer looks can vary from person to person.
The holidays can be tough for some but with 'Glimmers of Hope, Happiness, and Joy" you too can find peace.
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Belonging, The Epicenter of Workplace (and Life) Happiness
As adults, we greatly underestimate something we innately need…. a sense of belonging.
You may think that as a grown-up it’s something you haven’t needed since 5th grade, but in reality, belonging is something that’s core to our physiological and psychological well-being.
In this episode, we’re uncovering why belonging is key to our happiness and you can create more of it.
In this episode, we’re talking about…
The brain science behind belonging Why belonging can feel so hard How belonging...Let's Talk About Sex with Sex Therapist, Dr. Shannon Chavez
Did you know women can experience up to eight different kinds of orgasms? Yup, that’s news to us too.
Let’s face it, sex is one of those things you just don’t want to talk about with your friends (at least I don’t!) but you still may have some burning questions.
That’s why in today’s episode we’re speaking to the expert, Dr. Shannon Chavez, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Certified Sex Therapist.
Take a listen as we have a candid conversation abou...
Can an Innocent Cup of Coffee Change Your Life?
Welcome to our milestone moment of the Modern Gen X Woman. Our 200th episode! We can’t believe how much Mimi and I and our business have changed throughout the years…even our podcast which started out being called Make Your Life Magnificent. We’re talking about the transformative power of life’s little events and today we’re going to reveal how an innocent cup of coffee changed the trajectory not once but TWICE.
We’re about to spill the beans (see how I did that) on what’s next for us at Modern Gen X Wo...
The Importance of Mentoring
The old belief around mentoring being one way is antiquated. For the first time, we have four generations in the workforce and each generation has insights and skills to teach other generations. Companies with a strong mentorship program benefit from the cross-pollination of ideas, points of view, and diversity.
Mentees, regardless of age, see great benefits but have you also thought about how incredible it is to be a mentor? In this episode we’re going to talk all about the importance of mentoring for us, for the next generation, and beyond.
Is Your Non-Preference Sending the Wrong Message
We want to be accommodating and easy going, the kind of woman who wants to ‘go with the flow’ so we say thinks like, ‘Whatever you want,” “I don’t care,” or “You decide.” While we think this is helpful to others and sends the message that we can take the backseat, it actually can send the opposite message from what you are trying to portray.
In this week’s episode, we are exploring the ideas around not having a preference and encouraging you to take a stand.
In this episode we’re ta...
Super-Star Reporter & Modern-Day Polymath: Antionette Biordi
When you’ve won 4 Emmy Awards and have been nominated for two more… you can take a break and revel in your success, right?
Nope. Today, we speak to a true powerhouse who has a deep love for her family and Italian heritage, is a top-notch professional, and health and fitness expert. She’s warm, empathetic and so down to earth.
Antoinette Biordi, is a weekday reporter covering breaking news and is the weekend anchor for News 12 Long Island. She’s reported on everything from court cases, crime, community issues, societal concerns, health and wellness, to heartwar...
The 101 of Relational Intelligence
You know that person that seems to be a natural with others? The one that makes people feel comfortable, gets others to follow their lead and is memorable?
While they are probably genuinely a “good egg” they rely on their skill of relational intelligence to build rapport, garner trust, and build deep connections.
Notice I said skill. Relational intelligence is a skill you can build increasing your awareness of others and to create deep connections allowing you to drive influence and impact.
In this episode we’re talking more about what relational intelligence is, why ...
Are You An Avoider? How to Face S^^^
Unless you have a personality disorder, you probably don’t like conflict.
I am a pretty strong-willed woman who doesn’t take shit from anyone, and I hate conflict. My pulse rate goes up and my palms get all sweaty. But I know, I cannot put my head in the sand and wait for situations to subside.
Modern Gen X Woman don’t avoid hard things. Yes, we may feel uncomfortable, drag our feet a bit but overall we face things and get through to the other side.
In this episode we unpack how you can t...
Consciously Uncoupling From Your Job
Breakups are hard. If you’re in a romantic relationship, if you have a long term friendship that is no longer serving you. We’ve learned the rules to navigate both of these types of breakups, but who’s setting the rules for when you break up with your job?
There are so many emotions that run rampantly through, not only are we walking away from the job (regardless if it’s our decision or not) and the company, but the people.
In this episode, we are digging into how to handle the personal piece as you co...
Conscious Leadership and Evolved Entrepreneurship with Melinda Wittstock
Image Steve Jobs saying… “you asked the best questions". This is exactly what happened to our guest, Melinda Wittstock, after she interviewed him as a 24-year-old correspondent of the Times of London.
Since impressing Mr. Jobs, Melinda has gone on to being a 5-time serial entrepreneur and visionary innovator in all things media and tech as a conscious leader.
In this week’s episode, Jackie and I talk with Melinda about what it takes to life the life of a serial entrepreneur including the importance of overcoming limiting beliefs, meditation and practicing gratitude; how to balance work and h...
Best of: Is Feeling Lonely Causing Big Emotions?
We are human beings which means we are all emotional and moody. It’s natural, it’s common. But what happens when your emotions or your moods seem irrational and extreme?
In coaching, we talk a lot about how our thoughts impact our feelings which impact our actions but we don’t talk enough about some physiological factors impacting our mood.
In this week’s episode, we’re introducing you to HALT, the acronym that can help you support your mental health.
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Best of: Madonna, Paulina, Ashley Why Women (of a certain age) Can’t Win
The Grammy’s really struck a nerve in us. We were traveling for business and missed them and instead of seeing news dropping about the music, the performances, and the winners, my news feed was blowing up with negative, nasty comments about the work Madonna had done.
It stopped us in our tracks and we rearranged all of our podcasts to quickly produce this one. We have to address what is going on here.
Best Of: Pitfalls of Misplaced Loyalty
Here you are shopping at Target or your favorite store and you have a list of items you need. Laundry detergent, toothpaste, paper towels, ketchup, and mascara.
I would guess you go down each of those aisles knowing what you’re getting. When I say that, I mean the brand you are buying. Mine…Tide, Toms, UpandUp brand, Heinz, Benefit.
Generation X is the most loyal generation and brands like these, are benefitting wildly. They are thrilled you’ve been using the toothpaste for six years and don’t actually look to explore...
Summer Shorts: 7 Things to Do in Midlife
Welcome to our Summer Shorts Series where each week Mimi + I (Jackie + I) talk off the cuff about a single idea, quote, concept, inspiration or current event.
There is something invigorating and exciting about doing something different. Maybe it’s something you used to do, something you’ve wanted to do or something brand new.
When we hit midlife, it could feel like every day is the same. How do you break out of that feeling? We’re here to talk about the 7 Things To Do In Your 50s.
Introducing GEN neXt, the magazin...
Summer Shorts: 7 Questions to Ask To Find Your Authentic Self
Welcome to our Summer Shorts Series where each week we talk off the cuff about a single idea, quote, concept, inspiration or current event.
If I had to pick one word for the decade it would be “authentic”. Everyone is looking for the real deal with both others and within themselves. The problem is how do you figure out what is truly authentic to you?
With so many inputs of commentary, information and ideas it can be hard to tell where you really begin.
In this week’s episode we are going to help you...
A Guiding Light Through a Tough Diagnosis with Catherine Dittmer
Imagine being a mom of three young kids, waking up with a sore throat and stopping by urgent care to make sure it’s not strep. Instead of being told yup, it’s strep, you’re raced to the ER because you don’t have a cold or even a virus… you have cancer and your organs are shutting down.
This is exactly what happened to our special and brave guest Catherine Dittmer.
At first there is denial and annoyance, then lots of anger. In this episode Catherine generously shares her story and how she coped. By sh...
Summer Short: 7 Words to Avoid
Welcome to our Summer Shorts Series where each week we talk off the cuff about a single idea, quote, concept, inspiration or current event.
There are certain words that fly out of our mouths — no they don’t start with F — These are words and phrases we want to challenge you to remove from your vocabulary.
When we work with clients and with companies, one of the aspects we coach and consult on is Linguistic Intelligence. Bringing awareness to the words or phrases that can be triggering for you or for others. They can diminish you and...
Summer Shorts: 7 Small Habits
Welcome to our Summer Shorts Series where each week we talk off the cuff about a single idea, quote, concept, inspiration or current event.
Habits are the backbone of achievement. It doesn’t matter if you are trying to achieve a healthier lifestyle, a new job or financial security, it all starts with habits. We, as humans, live and breathe in the form of habits - and if our habits do not align with what we want for ourselves, it’ll be near impossible to get there.
This week we are talking about 7 small habits…
Are...
Summer Shorts: Jackie + Mimi's 7 Summer Picks
Welcome to our Summer Shorts Series where each week Mimi + I (Jackie + I) talk off the cuff about a single idea, quote, concept, inspiration or current event.
What are we talking about this week? Well, we can’t go into summer without talking about our summer picks, what we are excited about and what we are doing this summer and how you, too can push your summer limits.
Mimi's Picks:
Jello Sugar-Free Chocolate Pudding Book store (two recent faves – Lady Tan’s Circle of Women and Hello Beautiful) Julie Louis Dreyfus Podcast — Wiser Than Me Audible b...Divorce Can Be Easy'er' with Erin Levine
Should I stay or should I go? This is a question many married women in midlife think about…. a lot. Like so many things these days, the way we approach though situations, like divorce, can be a lot easier.
Enter Erin Levine ,founder of Hello Divorce. Hello Divorce is an online platform that creates an easier, kinder and less expensive divorce. Hello Divorce can handle almost every divorce without court and it costs thousands less than hiring a lawyer.
Erin Levine is not your typical attorney. With over a decade of experience in litigating complex fami...
The Good Girl Epidemic
From the moment we’re born, societal expectations begin to shape our thoughts and beliefs about how we are supposed to show up in the world. As girls, we were taught to be polite, stay quiet, be calm, don’t make others feel bad, don’t show off. We’re encouraged to suppress our voices, not to take up too much space and to keep our ideas to ourselves.
This week, Mimi and I are going to uncover the hidden truths around the Good Girl Epidemic, explore how it impacted us as young girls, and how, even today, th...
