Girls That Excel

<p>In this episode, the hosts discuss the significance of summer jobs and how they shape personal and professional growth. They share their first job experiences, the lessons learned, and the importance of balancing...

<p>AI is changing the workplace as we know it, but how should we embrace it without losing our humanity? In this episode, Manisha Dhawan, a leader in digital transformation, offers her expertise on the future of work...

<p>Is it really delegation if you just do it yourself? This week, we’re tackling the art of letting go without losing control. We’ll walk through how to delegate with intention, build trust with your team, and stop...

<p>A deep dive into the coworkers who are always “busy”… but never actually working.</p><p>They’ve always got a meeting, their Slack status is constantly “In Focus Mode,” and yet—somehow—nothing ever gets done. This...

<p>It’s bring-your-dog-to-work day—every day. In this episode, we explore the rise of pet-friendly workplaces, from pawternity leave to in-office pup naps. Are pets the ultimate wellness perk or just a fluffy...

<p>In this episode, we’re diving into the sun-soaked world of Summer Fridays—the ultimate workplace perk that lets you log off early and live your best life (or at least clean your apartment before your friends show up...

<p>In this episode, Girls That Excel is joined by Lina Osofsky from the Learned In Trivia podcast to explore the fascinating history and cultural impact of coffee in the workplace. They dive into how coffee evolved from...

<p>In this episode, Elyssa and Emily debate the unlimited paid time off (PTO) policy. Elyssa advocates for the benefits of unlimited PTO, highlighting its flexibility and potential for improved work-life balance. Emily...

<p>In this episode, Emily and Elyssa discuss the romanticization of hustle culture, the societal pressures to work unpaid hours, and the impact of burnout on personal well-being. They share personal experiences, explore...

<p>This week, we’re joined by Gaston Seneza, a software engineer, entrepreneur, and global risk-taker who moved from Rwanda to Silicon Valley to chase his dreams. Gaston opens up about his bold moves, big failures, and...

<p>Performance reviews: the corporate Hunger Games of adulting. In this episode of Girls That Excel, Emily and Elyssa break down The Good, The Bad, and The Awkward of performance evaluations—why they exist, how they...

<p>Managing up isn’t just about survival—it’s about strategy. Whether your boss is all over your to-do list or nowhere to be found, we’re breaking down how to navigate different leadership styles without losing your...

<p>What does it take to turn a dream of owning a bar into reality? We’re sitting down with Too Soon owner Nick Flower and bartender Jaggar to talk about cocktails, community, and creativity. From NYC-inspired vibes to...

<p>Ever had a coworker conveniently “forget” how to do something, leaving you to pick up the slack? That’s weaponized incompetence—the strategic act of dodging responsibilities and offloading invisible labor onto others...

<p>In this episode, we sit down with Emily’s very first friend in Portland, Pua, to talk about one of the biggest career shifts of all—leaving the workforce to become a stay-at-home mom. From her background as a...