Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # JJ DiGeronimo Author for Women at Work and In Life ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://jjdigeronimo.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Blog](https://jjdigeronimo.com/blog/) - [184. Claiming Your Spiritual Authority with Hugo Muñoz on The Divine Particle in You](https://jjdigeronimo.com/184-claiming-your-spiritual-authority-with-hugo-munoz-on-the-divine-particle-in-you/) - Send JJ a Text Message What if manifestation isn't about asking the universe for what you want—but about reclaiming the spiritual authority you already possess? In this episode of Together We Seek, I sit down with engineer, entrepreneur, and author Hugo Muñoz to explore his thought-provoking perspective that every person carries a Divine Particle—a spark - [183. Your Progressive Chart: Insights for Your Journey with Diane Trimbath](https://jjdigeronimo.com/183-your-progressive-chart-insights-for-your-journey-with-diane-trimbath/) - Send JJ a Text Message "Your birth chart reveals who you came here to be. Your progressed chart reveals who you're becoming." Diane Trimbath Have you ever wondered why certain chapters of your life seem to unfold exactly when they do? Why some seasons feel expansive while others call for deep reflection and transformation? In - [182.Shadow Work: Is Your Shadow Hiding with Cassandra Shofar](https://jjdigeronimo.com/182-shadow-work-is-your-shadow-hiding-with-cassandra-shofar/) - Send JJ a Text Message "The parts of ourselves we hide often hold the greatest opportunity for healing, self-acceptance, and transformation." What if the thoughts, emotions, and experiences you've pushed aside are quietly shaping your energy, relationships, and overall well-being? In this illuminating conversation, JJ DiGeronimo sits down with licensed professional counselor, Reiki Master, certified - [181. The Sacred Elements: Nature, Water & Ancient Wisdom with Suri Sawyer](https://jjdigeronimo.com/181-the-sacred-elements-nature-water-ancient-wisdom-with-suri-sawyer/) - Send JJ a Text Message What if the greatest teacher for living well has been nature all along? "If you really want to learn to live well, you must look at nature. It shows us everything." – Suri Sawyer In this episode of Together We Seek, I sit down with Suri Sawyer, a former Montessori - [180. Plant Medicine, Dreams & Nervous System Healing: A Path to Self-Remembering with Lynda Samphire](https://jjdigeronimo.com/180-plant-medicine-dreams-nervous-system-healing-a-path-to-self-remembering-with-lynda-samphire/) - Send JJ a Text Message Have you ever felt called toward plant medicine but weren't sure where to begin—or wondered if it was really about healing or simply remembering who you already are? "This is not self-improvement. It is self-return." – Lynda Samphire In this thought-provoking episode of Together We Seek, I sit down with - [179. Bioenergetic Healing - Healing Without Reliving Trauma with Kristine Genovese](https://jjdigeronimo.com/179-bioenergetic-healing-healing-without-reliving-trauma-with-kristine-genovese/) - Send JJ a Text Message What if healing didn't require revisiting every painful memory? Many of us carry patterns, emotional wounds, and self-limiting beliefs that quietly influence our relationships, careers, health, and sense of purpose. We may understand them intellectually, yet still find ourselves repeating the same experiences and wondering why nothing seems to change. - [178: The Power of Conscious Breath with Dr. Colleen Quinn](https://jjdigeronimo.com/178-the-power-of-conscious-breath-with-dr-colleen-quinn/) - Send JJ a Text Message "This is what I've longed for for so long: to have an open heart that feels it all, to feel fully alive." – Dr. Colleen Quinn What if feeling deeply wasn't something to avoid, but something to reclaim? Many of us spend years protecting ourselves from disappointment, grief, uncertainty, and - [177. Breaking Toxic Relationships by Working With Your Inner Child with Karen Bashford](https://jjdigeronimo.com/177-breaking-toxic-relationships-by-working-with-your-inner-child-with-karen-bashford/) - Send JJ a Text Message Have you ever found yourself repeating the same painful relationship patterns, abandoning your own needs, or wondering why certain emotional triggers keep showing up in your life? If so, this conversation may help you better understand the deeper emotional patterns shaping your relationships, self-worth, boundaries, and daily energy. Many women - [176. Beyond the Planets: What Asteroids Reveal About Your Soul's Story with Cassandra DeAnn](https://jjdigeronimo.com/176-beyond-the-planets-what-asteroids-reveal-about-your-souls-story-with-cassandra-deann/) - Send JJ a Text Message Most astrology stops at the planets. But woven through your natal chart is a deeper layer. Considering the asteroid placements can speak directly to your soul's lineage, past life's gifts, and challenges. In this live session we're going beyond the traditional planetary framework into a discussion of asteroids in astrology. - [175. Quantum Healing and the Akashic Records with Laura Mazzotta](https://jjdigeronimo.com/175-quantum-healing-and-the-akashic-records-with-laura-mazzotta/) - Send JJ a Text Message What if the healing you have been searching for is not about going back into your trauma one more time, but about accessing a part of yourself that is already whole? Laura Mazzotta spent nearly twenty-five years as a therapist before sepsis nearly took her life and sent her searching - [174. How to Be Intuitive with Dallisa Hocking](https://jjdigeronimo.com/174-how-to-be-intuitive-with-dallisa-hocking/) - Send JJ a Text Message Have you ever had a moment where you just knew something, and then talked yourself out of it? That quiet pull is not random, and this episode is going to help you understand why. Dallisa Hocking is a fifth-generation psychic medium whose grandmother could see full body apparitions and whose - [173. How Movement Heals - Embodied Dance as a Healing Practice with Allison Pagano](https://jjdigeronimo.com/173-how-movement-heals-embodied-dance-as-a-healing-practice-with-allison-pagano/) - Send JJ a Text Message What if the healing you have been chasing through books, therapy, and doing all the right things has been waiting somewhere your mind cannot go? Allison Pagano spent 25 years learning what the body knows that the mind cannot reach. She is a dancer, healer, and founder of Embodied Dance, - [172. Medium and Psychic: What's the Difference with Medium and Psychic Karen Docherty](https://jjdigeronimo.com/172-medium-and-psychic-whats-the-difference-with-medium-and-psychic-karen-docherty/) - Send JJ a Text Message "Authentic mediums know how to put someone's mind at ease." Karen Docherty said it simply, and it is worth sitting with. Karen Docherty, a medium and psychic from Scotland, has been working with her gifts since childhood, seeing spirits in her grandmother's kitchen as young as seven, and was invited - [171. How Her Tarot & Oracle Deck Helps You Trust Your Intuition with Stella Yann](https://jjdigeronimo.com/171-how-her-tarot-oracle-deck-helps-you-trust-your-intuition-with-stella-yann/) - Send JJ a Text Message Are you being pulled toward something deeper but questioning if you can trust your intuition? In this episode of Together We Seek, JJ DiGeronimo sits down with Stella Yann to explore how tarot can awaken your intuition, strengthen your inner guidance, and help you align with your true life purpose. - [170: How Angels Work With Us: Recognizing the Guidance You’re Already Receiving with Sue Elliott](https://jjdigeronimo.com/170-how-angels-work-with-us-recognizing-the-guidance-youre-already-receiving-with-sue-elliott/) - Send JJ a Text Message What if the guidance you’ve been asking for is already showing up in your life… and you’ve been taught to second-guess it? Have you ever felt a nudge to reach out to someone, change direction, or say something that made no logical sense… but felt right? Do you experience goosebumps, - [169. Rewiring Unworthiness: How Hypnotherapy Changed It All For This Attorney with Lani Gonzales](https://jjdigeronimo.com/169-rewiring-unworthiness-how-hypnotherapy-changed-it-all-for-this-attorney-with-lani-gonzales/) - Send JJ a Text Message What if the key to healing wasn't talking about your problems, but reprogramming the ninety percent of your mind you're not even aware of? JJ DiGeronimo sits down with Lani Gonzales, a former attorney-turned hypnotherapist who discovered that her high-achieving, Type A lifestyle was actually keeping her stuck. Lani became - [168. Crystal Skulls: Ancient Energy Tools, Healing, and Channeling with Michelle Falcone](https://jjdigeronimo.com/168-crystal-skulls-ancient-energy-tools-healing-and-channeling-with-michelle-falcone/) - Send JJ a Text Message Crystal skulls have been surrounded by mystery for years, yet for many practitioners they are powerful tools for channeling, meditation, and deep energetic work. Michelle shares how she was intuitively guided to her first crystal skull, how these sacred objects work, and how they can support healing, connection, and personal - [167. Feeling the Shift? You Are Not Alone with JJ DiGeronimo](https://jjdigeronimo.com/167-feeling-the-shift-you-are-not-alone-with-jj-digeronimo/) - Send JJ a Text Message Something is shifting right now, and if you are feeling it, this episode is for you. Whether you are questioning your work, wondering about your purpose, or just feeling different than you did six months ago, you are not alone. This is not just a personal shift. It is collective. - [166. Why You Still Doubt Yourself - Your Chiron Explains It with Lisa Tahir](https://jjdigeronimo.com/166-why-you-still-doubt-yourself-your-chiron-explains-it-with-lisa-tahir/) - Send JJ a Text Message Why do you still doubt yourself even when you have achieved so much? In this episode of Together We Seek, JJ DiGeronimo sits down with licensed therapist and author Lisa Tahir to explore how Chiron in your birth chart can reveal the deeper patterns behind self doubt, overachievement, and emotional - [165. Akashic Records: Understanding Your Soul’s Blueprint with Mary Madeiras](https://jjdigeronimo.com/165-akashic-records-understanding-your-souls-blueprint-with-mary-madeiras/) - Send JJ a Text Message What if there was a place where every experience, thought, and choice your soul has ever made is recorded—and accessible? In this episode of Together We Seek, JJ DiGeronimo sits down with Akashic Records practitioner and Emmy Award-winning director Mary Madeiras to explore the Akashic Records—a quantum field often described - [164. How To Manifest Your Dreams with Marie Major](https://jjdigeronimo.com/164-how-to-manifest-your-dreams-with-marie-major/) - Send JJ a Text Message What if your dreams are not random at all, but messages, whispers, and invitations guiding you toward the life you are here to live? In this episode of Together We Seek, JJ DiGeronimo sits down with spiritual teacher and author Marie Major to explore manifestation, the dream state, and a - [163. Remembering Your Divine Feminine Energy & Voice with Mary Jane Brigger](https://jjdigeronimo.com/163-remembering-your-divine-feminine-energy-voice-with-mary-jane-brigger/) - Send JJ a Text Message What if the wisdom you’ve been searching for already lives within you? In this episode, JJ DiGeronimo sits down with Mary Jane Brigger to explore the meaning and power of the divine feminine. Together, they discuss how this sacred energy lives within all of us, regardless of gender, and represents - [162. Are You Having A Spiritual Awakening with JJ DiGeronimo](https://jjdigeronimo.com/162-are-you-having-a-spiritual-awakening-with-jj-digeronimo/) - Send JJ a Text Message Signs You're in a Spiritual Awakening "Follow your whispers. They know the way." — JJ DiGeronimo Have you been feeling restless, disconnected, or quietly wondering if there's something more — even when your life looks completely fine from the outside? In this solo episode, JJ DiGeronimo names what so many - [161. Sound Healing | How To Raise Your Vibration with Kathy Harmon-Luber](https://jjdigeronimo.com/161-sound-healing-how-to-raise-your-vibration-with-kathy-harmon-luber/) - Send JJ a Text Message In this episode of Together We Seek, I sit down with Kathy Harmon-Luber, certified sound therapy practitioner, Reiki master, classically trained flutist, and author of Suffering to Thriving. Kathy shares what sound healing truly is, how vibrational medicine works on the body and subtle energy field, and why frequency, tone, - [160. Turning Grief Into Positive Impact: Ghost Flower with Ksenia Merck](https://jjdigeronimo.com/160-turning-grief-into-positive-impact-ghost-flower-with-ksenia-merck/) - Send JJ a Text Message Turning Grief Into Something Positive: A Journey Of Healing In this episode, I sit down with Ksenia Merck — artist, architect, and illustrator of the posthumously published science-fiction novel Ghost Flower written by her late husband. Ksenia shares how creativity became a lifeline after loss, helping her weave together the - [159. Why Neuro Linguistic Programming Matters to Your Life Work with Lindsay Goodwin](https://jjdigeronimo.com/159-why-neuro-linguistic-programming-matters-to-your-life-work-with-lindsay-goodwin/) - Send JJ a Text Message Unlocking the Power of Neuro Linguistic Programming - Have you ever wondered how neuro linguistic programming works to transform lives? In this video, we delve into the fascinating world of NLP, exploring its potential to reshape your mind and enhance personal growth. Whether you're new to NLP or looking to - [158. How to Tap into Magic | High Vibe | Divine Intuition with Elizabeth Webb, Author of Made for Magic](https://jjdigeronimo.com/158-how-to-tap-into-magic-high-vibe-divine-intuition-with-elizabeth-webb-author-of-made-for-magic/) - Send JJ a Text Message Welcome to an exploration of how to tap into magic and elevate your life into a high-vibe state. In this video, we dive into the mystical, intuitive, and practical sides of living a life filled with wonder, clarity, and joy. Together, we explore how to live a more magical life—and - [157. How to Publish Your Spiritual Book with a Mastermind and Community | Natalie Walstein, Founder of Book Magic](https://jjdigeronimo.com/157-how-to-publish-your-spiritual-book-with-a-mastermind-and-community-natalie-walstein-founder-of-book-magic/) - Send JJ a Text Message Many spiritually conscious creators feel called to write a book, yet struggle with self-doubt, fear of visibility, or uncertainty about how their message fits into the world. If you’re wondering how to write a book that sells—without compromising your values or voice—this conversation offers grounded, practical guidance rooted in alignment - [156. Spiritual Awakening - Activating the Light Body with Master Nick Eagle](https://jjdigeronimo.com/156-spiritual-awakening-activating-the-light-body-with-master-nick-eagle/) - Send JJ a Text Message Embark On A Transformative Journey As We Explore The Profound Process Of How To Achieve Spiritual Awakening. This Video Delves Into The Intricate Spiritual Awakening Stages That Guide You Towards Enlightenment And Self-Discovery. Join Us As We Unravel The Mysteries Of The Rainbow Light Body And Its Significance In Spiritual - [155. Earth’s Intelligent Design with Graham Skidmore](https://jjdigeronimo.com/155-earths-intelligent-design-with-graham-skidmore/) - Send JJ a Text Message At some point, doing “all the right things” stops working. And yet, certain lessons keep repeating, not because you’re failing, but because something deeper is asking to be embodied. What if your challenges are not signs that something is wrong, but evidence that something is unfolding exactly as it should? - [154: Remembering the Healer Within with Dayana Infante, Celestial Elevation](https://jjdigeronimo.com/154-remembering-the-healer-within-with-dayana-infante-celestial-elevation/) - Send JJ a Text Message In this deeply grounding and illuminating conversation, JJ sits down with Dayana Infante, an intuitive energy healer and ThetaHealing® practitioner whose work centers on helping people remember who they truly are. This episode is not about fixing what is broken. It is about remembering what was never lost. Dayana shares - [153: 7 Great Lessons from Together We Seek Podcast in 2025](https://jjdigeronimo.com/153-7-great-lessons-from-together-we-seek-podcast-in-2025/) - Send JJ a Text Message A Year of Awakening, Remembering & Rising In this year-end reflection, JJ shares the lessons that illuminated our path toward deeper alignment, meaning, and remembering. Every episode offered wisdom and activation, and through these conversations, powerful themes emerged. 7 Lessons That Shaped JJ Awakening in 2025 Lesson 1- The Body - [152: Know Your Stars – Evolutionary Astrology & Dissolving Limiting Beliefs with Dr. Jeanne Comeau](https://jjdigeronimo.com/152-know-your-stars-evolutionary-astrology-dissolving-limiting-beliefs-with-dr-jeanne-comeau/) - Send JJ a Text Message Have you ever wondered why certain patterns, emotional themes, or callings keep repeating in your life—no matter how much work you’ve done? In this episode of Together We Seek, JJ DiGeronimo is joined by Jeanne Comeau, evolutionary astrologer, leadership coach, and former corporate executive, for a conversation about astrology as - [151. Feeling Our Feelings for Safe Emotional Experiences with Cathy Williams](https://jjdigeronimo.com/151-feeling-our-feelings-for-safe-emotional-experiences-with-cathy-williams/) - Send JJ a Text Message Why is it so hard for women to feel their feelings—especially when something inside us whispers that something isn’t right? In this episode, JJ talks with movement and expressive arts therapist Cathy Williams, who helps women reconnect with the body’s wisdom through somatic and creative practices. Cathy shares how ignoring - [150: Unlocking Inner Joy: A Modern Mystical Approach to Awakening with Holly Erin Copeland](https://jjdigeronimo.com/150-unlocking-inner-joy-a-modern-mystical-approach-to-awakening-with-holly-erin-copeland/) - Send JJ a Text Message Have you “done all the right things” and still felt deeply unhappy? Built the life that should feel like a dream… yet your mind won’t stop spinning? In this episode of Together We Seek, JJ DiGeronimo sits down with former ecologist-turned-spiritual guide Holly Erin Copeland to explore what it really - [149. Adiyogi Shiva Techniques for Ancestral Healing & Karma Release with Edit B Kiss](https://jjdigeronimo.com/149-adiyogi-shiva-techniques-for-ancestral-healing-karma-release-with-edit-b-kiss/) - Send JJ a Text Message What if your cravings, burnout, or repeating relationship patterns aren’t just “you” — but echoes from your lineage and past lives? In this episode, JJ sits down with former petroleum engineer turned holistic healer Edit B Kiss to explore Adiyogi Shiva techniques for ancestral healing, karma release, and deep chakra - [148: Soul-to-Soul Channeling – Transforming Relationships by Channeling Wisdom with Stephanie Banks](https://jjdigeronimo.com/148-soul-to-soul-channeling-transforming-relationships-by-channeling-wisdom-with-stephanie-banks/) - Send JJ a Text Message What if you could understand the true purpose behind your most challenging relationships? In this episode, I talk with conscious channel Stephanie Banks about the power of soul-to-soul communication and how channeling the higher self of loved ones can bring clarity, healing, and peace. Stephanie shares how these messages reveal - [147. Ritual as a Two-Way Conversation with the Universe with Kilkenny Tremblay](https://jjdigeronimo.com/147-ritual-as-a-two-way-conversation-with-the-universe-with-kilkenny-tremblay/) - Send JJ a Text Message Ever wondered how to turn your awareness into a true dialogue with the universe? JJ DiGeronimo connects with Kilkenny Tremblay about using meditation, nervous system awareness, and ritual to receive clear guidance from spirit. Together they explore how mindfulness evolves into intuitive listening, why nature amplifies healing, and how simple, - [146. Stuck? Releasing Energy That Isn’t Yours — EFT, Family & Systemic Constellations with Corby Furrow](https://jjdigeronimo.com/146-stuck-releasing-energy-that-isnt-yours-eft-family-systemic-constellations-with-corby-furrow/) - Send JJ a Text Message Do you ever feel stuck — like no matter what you do, something invisible keeps holding you back? In this powerful conversation, JJ DiGeronimo and energy practitioner Corby Furrow explore how emotional energy, family patterns, and inherited beliefs can quietly shape your life and limit your flow. As a Master - [145. Your Body Holds Your Messages: Unlocking Somatic Wisdom with Majo Torreli](https://jjdigeronimo.com/145-your-body-holds-your-messages-unlocking-somatic-wisdom-with-majo-torreli/) - Send JJ a Text Message What if your body has been whispering to you all along—trying to guide, warn, or awaken you? Have you ever felt tension, fatigue, or unease that your mind couldn’t explain? Could those sensations be messages waiting for you to listen? In this deeply honest and healing episode, JJ DiGeronimo talks - [144. How I Was Forced to Trust the Process in Jamaica with JJ DiGeronimo](https://jjdigeronimo.com/144-how-i-was-forced-to-trust-the-process-in-jamaica-with-jj-digeronimo/) - Send JJ a Text Message Fear often shows up right alongside excitement — that flutter in your chest that says this matters. In this heartfelt solo episode, JJ DiGeronimo shares how she learned not to let fear take the lead, even when it tried to. From the thrill and uncertainty of hosting her first international - [143. Your Soul Business: Define, Align, Expand and Impact with Camille L. Miller and JJ DiGeronimo](https://jjdigeronimo.com/143-your-soul-business-define-align-expand-and-impact-with-camille-l-miller-and-jj-digeronimo/) - Send JJ a Text Message What happens when you align your business with your soul’s calling? In this inspiring episode, JJ DiGeronimo sits down with Camille L. Miller, founder of the Soul Professional Business School, to explore how purpose-driven entrepreneurs can blend strategy with spirituality to create meaningful success. Together, they discuss: 💫 What it means - [142: Soul Statements Are Transformative with Corey Lyon Folsom](https://jjdigeronimo.com/142-soul-statements-are-transformative-with-corey-lyon-folsom/) - Send JJ a Text Message What if the words you spoke to yourself could shift your frequency and completely change how you experience life? In this inspiring conversation, JJ DiGeronimo and Corey Lyon Folsom explore the profound practice of Soul Statements—short, powerful truths that reconnect you with your inner wisdom and the essence of who - [141: Unlock Your Soul Purpose with The Aura Color Wheel with Helen Ye Plehn](https://jjdigeronimo.com/141-unlock-your-soul-purpose-with-the-aura-color-wheel-with-helen-ye-plehn/) - Send JJ a Text Message Have you ever wondered… Why am I here? What am I meant to do? How can I truly be happy? So many of us ask these questions, but few tools provide clear answers. In this week’s episode of Together We Seek, I sit down with Helen Ye Plehn, author of - [140. Clearing the Way: Preparing for What’s Next with JJ DiGeronimo](https://jjdigeronimo.com/140-clearing-the-way-preparing-for-whats-next-with-jj-digeronimo/) - Send JJ a Text Message What’s holding you back from your next chapter?Are old patterns, perfectionism, or self-doubt keeping you stuck?How do you clear energy that no longer serves you so you can step into what’s truly calling? In this solo episode, JJ DiGeronimo shares a deeply personal mystical journey in Bend, Oregon — including - [139. You Designed This Divine Human Experience with Angel Rachel Corpus](https://jjdigeronimo.com/139-you-designed-this-divine-human-experience-with-angel-rachel-corpus/) - Send JJ a Text Message Podcast Summary Together with Rachel Corpus, we explore the delicate dance between spiritual enlightenment and the earthly experiences that shape us, acknowledging the sacredness of every moment, from the challenges of addiction and loss to the joys of motherhood and simple daily pleasures. Her story serves as a poignant reminder - [138. The Alchemy of Becoming the Alchemist with Anna Finck, Embodied Wellness](https://jjdigeronimo.com/138-the-alchemy-of-becoming-the-alchemist-with-anna-finck-embodied-wellness/) - Send JJ a Text Message What if our words are codes and as we speak, we create? // What if you are both the art and the artist—the alchemist of your own becoming? // Are you living in reaction—or intentionally creating your life? // Can your body help you make clearer yes/no decisions? In this - [109. 5 High-Vibrational Things to Do Before Your Morning Coffee for More Energy & Focus](https://jjdigeronimo.com/113-5-high-vibrational-things-to-do-before-your-morning-coffee-for-more-energy-focus/) - Send JJ a Text Message Are you starting your day in alignment with your highest energy? Before you sip your morning coffee, there are simple yet high-vibrational practices that can elevate your frequency, boost your immune system, and enhance mental clarity. In this special Together We Seek episode, JJ DiGeronimo welcomes wellness expert Sharon Ashcraft - [86. Amplifying the Light: Meditation, Channeling, Pleiadians, and Spiritual Guidance with Louis Valentino](https://jjdigeronimo.com/amplifying-the-light-meditation-channeling-pleiadians-and-spiritual-guidance-with-louis-valentino/) - Send JJ a Text Message In this illuminating episode of Together We Seek, host JJ DiGeronimo welcomes spiritual guide and channeler Louis Valentino for a profound exploration of cosmic wisdom and earthly transformation. Louis shares his journey into channeling, beginning in 1997, and how he receives messages from Pleiadian beings. The key areas covered: • - [89. Healing Trauma: Nervous System Insights & Regulation Techniques from NatNat Bedard](https://jjdigeronimo.com/healing-trauma-nervous-system-insights-regulation-techniques-from-natnat-bedard/) - Send JJ a Text Message In this enlightening episode, we journey through the profound experiences of NatNat Bedard, who shares her transformative path of healing from severe health challenges, including significant brainstem and cerebellum lesions. NatNat's story is a powerful testament to the strength found in self-compassion and the critical importance of lifting the ego's - [110. The Power of Alignment: Shifting from Striving to Flow with Rebekah Hogan](https://jjdigeronimo.com/109-the-power-of-alignment-shifting-from-striving-to-flow-with-rebekah-hogan/) - Send JJ a Text Message In this episode of Together We Seek, JJ DiGeronimo sits with Rebekah Hogan as they explore how true success stems from inner alignment. They break down how alignment is the key to creating your desired life. Rebekah shares powerful insights on how to move from striving to ease by focusing - [111: How Am I Going to Heal? Harnessing the Power of Tai Chi & Qigong for Healing with Danielle Pashko](https://jjdigeronimo.com/110-how-am-i-going-to-heal-harnessing-the-power-of-tai-chi-qigong-for-healing-with-danielle-pashko/) - Send JJ a Text Message If you’ve struggled with chronic illness, this episode will inspire you. In this episode of Together We Seek, host JJ DiGeronimo sits down with a chronic illness coach and functional nutritionist, Danielle Pashko, to explore the transformative power of Tai Chi and Qigong. Danielle shares her personal healing journey, overcoming - [112: Immune System Strategies E4: Wellness for Healers and Lightworkers: Roots, Remedies, and Ancient Wisdom with Sharon Ashcraft](https://jjdigeronimo.com/111-immune-system-strategies-e4-wellness-for-healers-and-lightworkers-roots-remedies-and-ancient-wisdom-with-sharon-ashcraft/) - Send JJ a Text Message In this powerful episode of Together We Seek, JJ DiGeronimo and Sharon Ashcraft explore immune system strategies specifically designed for healers, lightworkers, and spiritual seekers. Sharon, an expert in natural healing, herbal remedies, and ancient wisdom, shares practical immune-boosting strategies to help you strengthen your body’s natural defenses using food, - [113. Your Sixth Sense – Your Greatest Asset at Work & in Life with Jenn Cohen](https://jjdigeronimo.com/112-your-sixth-sense-your-greatest-asset-at-work-in-life-with-jenn-cohen/) - Send JJ a Text Message In this powerful episode, JJ DiGeronimo sits down with Jenn Cohen to explore how intuition—often dismissed or misunderstood—is our first sense and an incredible asset in life and business. Jenn, an entertainment industry executive turned intuitive coach, shares her journey of learning to trust her inner knowing, from childhood curiosity - [137: Stepping Into a New Season with JJ DiGeronimo](https://jjdigeronimo.com/137-stepping-into-a-new-season-with-jj-digeronimo/) - Send JJ a Text Message What does it mean to begin a new season — in life or in a podcast? In this special solo episode, JJ DiGeronimo reflects on the beauty of a new season and the power of honoring fresh beginnings. Just as awakening unfolds in phases, each new season invites us to - [136. Shadow Work in Recovery: Healing, Sobriety & Spiritual Power with Sunshine, The Pink-Haired Sober Witch](https://jjdigeronimo.com/136-shadow-work-in-recovery-healing-sobriety-spiritual-power-with-sunshine-the-pink-haired-sober-witch/) - Send JJ a Text Message “Only when we know our own darkness can we sit in the darkness with others.” — Pema Chödrön In this episode of Together We Seek, JJ DiGeronimo sits down with Sunshine—widely known as The Pink-Haired Sober Witch—to explore the deep connection between shadow work and recovery. Whether recovery for you - [135. Breaking the Cycle of Emotionally Unavailable Relationships with Nathalie Gaglione](https://jjdigeronimo.com/135-breaking-the-cycle-of-emotionally-unavailable-relationships-with-nathalie-gaglione/) - Send JJ a Text Message What do emotionally unavailable relationships have to do with your spiritual journey? More than you might think. In this episode of Together We Seek, JJ DiGeronimo sits down with Nathalie Gaglione to explore why some are drawn to partners who feel unable to meet us emotionally. Nathalie reveals that it’s - [134: Transmission of the Highest Truth with Eva Müller](https://jjdigeronimo.com/134-transmission-of-the-highest-truth-with-eva-muller/) - Send JJ a Text Message What if awakening isn’t about becoming someone new—but remembering who you’ve always been? In this episode of Together We Seek, JJ DiGeronimo sits down with Eva Müller, energy healer and spiritual guide, to explore the path to Self-Realization, Unity Consciousness, and Pure Divinity. Eva shares how she works with divine - [133. Breathe Your Way to Sovereignty: Energetic Leadership & Intuition with Brenda Winkle](https://jjdigeronimo.com/133-breathe-your-way-to-sovereignty-energetic-leadership-intuition-with-brenda-winkle/) - Send JJ a Text Message You might catch yourself thinking, I don’t know who I am anymore… or Why am I so anxious? In this episode of Together We Seek, JJ DiGeronimo sits down with Brenda Winkle to talk about how breath can help you separate what’s yours from what’s not—and reclaim your energy, your - [132: Awakening Through Daily Meditation & the Seven Chakras with Joe Singleton](https://jjdigeronimo.com/132-awakening-through-daily-meditation-the-seven-chakras-with-joe-singleton/) - Send JJ a Text Message In this heartfelt and expansive episode, JJ sits down with author and spiritual seeker Joe Singleton to explore the power of meditation, the chakra system, and the path to awakening. 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Breaking the Silence After 25+ Years: Rediscovering Her Inner Whispers and Self-Love with Laura Gray](https://jjdigeronimo.com/130-breaking-the-silence-after-25-years-rediscovering-her-inner-whispers-and-self-love-with-laura-gray/) - Send JJ a Text Message If you’re feeling called to reclaim parts of yourself that have been hidden or silenced, this conversation will inspire you to lean into your own journey inward—and remember that your light has always been there, waiting. Author of The Swing on the Silver Star in the Royal Purple Sky, Laura - [129. Exploring Bach Flower Essences: Vibrational Remedies for Stress & More with Sharon Ashcraft](https://jjdigeronimo.com/129-exploring-bach-flower-essences-vibrational-remedies-for-stress-more-with-sharon-ashcraft/) - Send JJ a Text Message Have you ever wondered how the subtle energy of flowers can help you release stress, rebalance your emotions, and elevate your frequency? 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Like the world moves too fast, too loud, or too heavy—and you're left wondering if something's wrong with you? This week, on the Together We Seek Podcast, we illuminate the path to your higher self through soulful conversations with lightworkers, healers, and - [126: Dreams - Unlocking the Power with Wakefully App with founder Sansan Fibri](https://jjdigeronimo.com/126-dreams-unlocking-the-power-with-wakefully-app-with-founder-sansan-fibri/) - Send JJ a Text Message Dreams, Manifestation & Subconscious Healing - What if the stories holding you back are the ones you're not even aware you're telling yourself? From decoding symbolic messages while you sleep to rewriting your inner script through a blend of neuroscience, creativity, and intuitive insight, Sansan Fibri shares the story behind Wakefully—a - [125: From Crossroads to Enlightenment — Why I Started Together We Seek](https://jjdigeronimo.com/125-from-crossroads-to-enlightenment-why-i-started-together-we-seek/) - Send JJ a Text Message What if your biggest breakdown is actually the beginning of your breakthrough? In this special episode, I share the deeply personal story behind Together We Seek—how a painful season in 2016 cracked me open, and led me to a journey of seeking: healing, truth, energy work, and soul remembrance. I - [124: Channeling Light Lines & Magdalene Magic: Unlocking Soul Wisdom with Rose Magic](https://jjdigeronimo.com/124-channeling-light-lines-magdalene-magic-unlocking-soul-wisdom-with-rose-magic/) - Send JJ a Text Message Could intuitive drawing unlock your next level of personal growth and spiritual alignment? Are you curious how simple lines, colors, or even squiggles can become powerful tools to connect with divine guidance and manifest your desires? 🌟 “We’re not fixing anything, we’re activating the dormant parts of our soul, bringing - [123: Quantum Medicine - BioResonance Technology with Lynnette Dillen](https://jjdigeronimo.com/123-quantum-medicine-bioresonance-technology-with-lynnette-dillen/) - Send JJ a Text Message “Why do we get sick if our cells constantly regenerate?” and “Why do I still feel unwell when all my tests are normal?” 🌟 What if the key to your chronic health issues wasn’t in your lab results—but in your energy field? 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In this empowering episode of Together We Seek, JJ DiGeronimo welcomes intuitive guide and numerology expert Judy Onorato to explore how numbers can help you reconnect with your innate wisdom and align with your soul’s purpose. - [116: Letting Go of Who You 'Should Be' to Become Who You Are: Your Divine Path with Rebecca Paris](https://jjdigeronimo.com/116-letting-go-of-who-you-should-be-to-become-who-you-are-your-divine-path-with-rebecca-paris/) - Send JJ a Text Message What if the life you’ve built—successful, structured, and on track—wasn’t the life your soul came here to live? In this deeply inspiring episode of Together We Seek, JJ DiGeronimo sits down with Rebecca Paris, a former VP in advertising who traded in the matrix for a journey of spiritual awakening. - [115. Raising Your Frequency: How to Align with Your Higher Self with David Hulse](https://jjdigeronimo.com/115-raising-your-frequency-how-to-align-with-your-higher-self-with-david-hulse/) - Send JJ a Text Message What if you could transform your entire reality just by changing your frequency? In this eye-opening episode of Together We Seek, JJ DiGeronimo sits down with David Hulse, founder of the Academy for Spiritual Awakening, to explore the profound power of vibration, frequency, and spiritual alignment. From a strict religious - [114: Spiritual Guidance for the Modern Seeker with Michael McAdams](https://jjdigeronimo.com/114-spiritual-guidance-for-the-modern-seeker-with-michael-mcadams/) - Send JJ a Text Message In this illuminating episode of Together We Seek, JJ DiGeronimo welcomes Michael McAdams, a lifelong seeker of spiritual truth and co-author of An Angel Told Me So, a collection of profound messages dictated from spirit teachers through his mother, Wilma Jean Jones. Michael shares his insights on modern seekers, the - [108. Reiki and Beyond: Unlocking Healing, Spiritual Growth & Self-Discovery with Rev. Joe Thornton](https://jjdigeronimo.com/108-reiki-and-beyond-unlocking-healing-spiritual-growth-self-discovery-with-rev-joe-thornton/) - Send JJ a Text Message In this enlightening episode of Together We Seek, JJ DiGeronimo welcomes Rev. Joe Thornton, a Reiki Master, spiritual coach, and author of Reiki and Beyond: A Practical Journey into the Realm of Reiki. Joe shares his powerful journey into energy healing, beginning with a life-changing Reiki experience that led him - [107: High-Frequency Food - E2: Wellness for Healers and Lightworkers: Roots, Remedies, and Ancient Wisdom with Sharon Ashcraft](https://jjdigeronimo.com/107-high-frequency-food-e2-wellness-for-healers-and-lightworkers-roots-remedies-and-ancient-wisdom-with-sharon-ashcraft/) - Send JJ a Text Message In this enlightening episode, JJ and Sharon Ashcraft explore the concept of high-frequency foods—nourishing choices that elevate energy, support digestion, and enhance overall well-being. They discuss practical ways to integrate high-vibrational foods into daily life, even in challenging environments like airports and offer mindful eating tips to sustain a light-filled - [106: Clearing Energy Blocks & Elevating Your Frequency with Multidimensional Healing with Janine Regan-Sinclair](https://jjdigeronimo.com/106-clearing-energy-blocks-elevating-your-frequency-with-multidimensional-healing-with-janine-regan-sinclair/) - Send JJ a Text Message In this enlightening episode of Together We Seek, we welcome Janine Regan-Sinclair, also known as The Consciousness Architect. Janine brings her groundbreaking multidimensional healing approach, helping people clear energetic blocks, raise their vibration, and expand their consciousness. 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Keys to Your Avatar: Unlocking Your Life Events within Your Birth Chart with Caroline Jamry](https://jjdigeronimo.com/100-keys-to-your-avatar-unlocking-your-life-events-within-your-birth-chart-with-caroline-jamry/) - Send JJ a Text Message In this 100 episode of Together WE Seek, JJ DiGeronimo connects with astrologer Caroline Jamry to discuss how your birth chart holds the keys to your avatar. Caroline explains how planetary placements and transits influence your decisions, challenges, and opportunities, empowering you to better understand your unique path. 🎧 Discover - [99. Where are you in YOUR career cycle? #3 of 3 with Astrologer Molly Gauthier](https://jjdigeronimo.com/99-where-are-you-in-your-career-cycle-3-of-3-with-astrologer-molly-gauthier/) - Send JJ a Text Message In this third class of the Career & Birth Chart Series, Astrologer Molly Gauthier and JJ will delve into the following question: "Where are you in the 12-year career cycle? What's next for you in 2025?" 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Unlock Your Career Potential with Astrology: Insights from Your Birth Chart with Molly Gauthier](https://jjdigeronimo.com/97-unlock-your-career-potential-with-astrology-insights-from-your-birth-chart-with-molly-gauthier/) - Send JJ a Text Message Unlock Your Career Potential with Astrology: Insights from Your Birth Chart with Molly Gauthier In the podcast episode, part of a three-part series, JJ DiGeronimo and Molly Gauthier delve into the transformative power of astrology as a tool for personal and professional alignment. This conversation explores how birth charts serve - [96. Feeling Stuck? Realigning Your Energy Can Be Key—Start With Me!](https://jjdigeronimo.com/96-feeling-stuck-realigning-your-energy-can-be-key-start-with-me/) - Send JJ a Text Message In this episode of Together We Seek, I reflect on the incredible journey that has brought us here and the powerful role energy plays in aligning with our life’s work. Drawing from my personal experiences and the wisdom of over 90 lightworkers, I explore how raising your frequency can unlock - [95. Embracing Your Spiritual Awakening: Benjamin Bernstein's Journey and Insights](https://jjdigeronimo.com/95-embracing-your-spiritual-awakening-benjamin-bernsteins-journey-and-insights/) - Send JJ a Text Message In this powerful episode, JJ DiGeronimo welcomes Benjamin Bernstein, renowned astrologer and spiritual guide, to discuss his journey of awakening and the transformative tools he offers. Benjamin highlights one of his innovations from his popular book Instant Divine Assistance (IDA) Invocations. The innovation he shares with us is a simple - [94. Trance Channeling with Pamela Downs and JJ DiGeronimo](https://jjdigeronimo.com/94-trance-channeling-with-pamela-downs-and-jj-digeronimo/) - Send JJ a Text Message Pamela Downs shares her extraordinary journey from a marketing professional and musician to a renowned trance channeler. Sparked by a transformative experience in Costa Rica, Pamela discovered her ability to connect with high-frequency beings, unlocking her channeling potential. In this captivating episode, JJ DiGeronimo and Pamela explore the art of - [Calling of A Priestess & Light Languages with Elies Hadi](https://jjdigeronimo.com/calling-of-a-priestess-light-languages-with-elies-hadi/) - Send JJ a Text Message In this enlightening episode, host JJ DiGeronimo invites the insightful Elies Hadi from Indonesia to explore the captivating journey. 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ThetaHealing: Altering Subconscious Beliefs for Personal Transformation with Tammy Waldron](https://jjdigeronimo.com/91-thetahealing-altering-subconscious-beliefs-for-personal-transformation-with-tammy-waldron/) - Send JJ a Text Message In this episode, we delve into the transformative world of ThetaHealing, a powerful technique designed to access and alter subconscious beliefs. Tammy Waldron and JJ DiGeronimo explore how ThetaHealing can help individuals unlock their inner potential by transforming limiting beliefs into empowering ones. Listeners will gain insights into the profound - [90. Three Techniques to Shifting Your Energy to Connect more with Your Higher Self with JJ DiGeronimo](https://jjdigeronimo.com/90-three-techniques-to-shifting-your-energy-to-connect-more-with-your-higher-self-with-jj-digeronimo/) - Send JJ a Text Message Shifting Your Energy: Intuitive Techniques to Connecting with Your Higher Self In this transformative episode of "Together We Seek," we delve into the profound world of energy management and its pivotal role in personal growth and spiritual awakening. Through sharing personal experiences and insights from books like "Accelerate Your Impact" - [88. 7 Sacred Truths with Clairvoyant Healer and Channeler Suzy Schaak](https://jjdigeronimo.com/88-7-sacred-truths-with-clairvoyant-healer-and-channeler-suzy-schaak/) - Send JJ a Text Message In this "Together We Seek" episode, clairvoyant healer Suzy Schaak shares her spiritual journey and insights on holistic health. She discusses her evolution from childhood mystical experiences to becoming a healer, including profound soul conversations with her ALS-affected father. Suzy explores the connection between emotional and physical health, explaining how - [87. Unlocking Your Potential with JJ DiGeronimo](https://jjdigeronimo.com/87-unlocking-your-potential-with-jj-digeronimo/) - Send JJ a Text Message Welcome to Season 4 of Together We Seek with JJ DiGeronimo, reflecting on journey and purpose of these episodes and the emerging community. 1. Origin Story: The podcast began 1.5 years ago to showcase energy practitioners who helped the host through personal challenges. 2. 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Kristin shares her profound journey from working in war zones as a public health anthropologist to becoming a guide in accessing the Akashic Records. Listeners will discover: - What the - [Are You a Magdalene? Awakening the Magdalene Priestess Within with Alina Cristina Buteica](https://jjdigeronimo.com/are-you-a-magdalene-awakening-the-magdalene-priestess-within-with-alina-cristina-buteica/) - Send JJ a Text Message Embark on a transformative journey as we honor the timeless legacy of Mary Magdalene with the inspiring Alina Christina Buteica. Timed perfectly with her feast day on July 22nd and the beginning of Leo season, this episode illuminates Mary Magdalene's role as a beacon of wisdom and leadership. 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Quiz & Meetup with Allison Holley](https://jjdigeronimo.com/are-you-a-starseed-quiz-meetup-with-allison-holley/) - Send JJ a Text Message In this captivating episode of the Together, We Seek Podcast, host JJ DiGeronimo is joined by special guest Allison Holley, who shares her insights on what it means to be a Starseed and discusses the unique soul origins and missions of these cosmic beings. Take the Are You A StarSeed - [Navigating Cancer with Survivor and Holistic Coach Gena Bradshaw](https://jjdigeronimo.com/navigating-cancer-with-survivor-and-holistic-coach-gena-bradshaw/) - Send JJ a Text Message Navigating Cancer with Insights from a Survivor and Holistic Health Coach YouTube Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_SNp8W-SHJ8 Gena Bradshaw is a holistic health coach and author who shares her unique survivor story and sheds light on the holistic approach to cancer treatment. Having been through the journey herself, she highlights the significance of - [The Natural Healing Power of Scalar Energy with Tom Paladino](https://jjdigeronimo.com/the-natural-healing-power-of-scalar-energy-with-tom-paladino/) - Send JJ a Text Message Scalar Energy - Tapping into this Pure Healing & Revolutionary Energy with Tom Palladino Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YNGOnzrBrk&t=1s In this enlightening podcast episode, we dive deep into the revolutionary world of Scalar Energy with our distinguished guest, Tom Paladino. Discover how this limitless, cosmic power, initially introduced to us by - [How Can Sensuality Boost Your Intuition with Casey Hall](https://jjdigeronimo.com/how-can-sensuality-boost-your-intuition-with-casey-hall/) - In this captivating podcast, Casey Hall shares the relationship between sensuality and intuition. Discover how embracing your sensual side can unlock a path to personal empowerment and connection. We delve into the concept of sensitivity as a strength, shedding light on how it can fuel your intuitive abilities when we practice being present. Casey provides practical advice - [Take On a Role You Are Not Qualified For](https://jjdigeronimo.com/take-role-not-qualified/) - Looking for excitement in your job? Liz Wiseman, president of Wiseman Group and author of Rookie Smarts: Why Learning Beats Knowing in the New Game of Work, says you should take on a job you are not qualified for. She details this philosophy in the article How to Stay Excited About Your Career. Liz assessed the jobs - [Accelerate Your Impact in the Work Place](https://jjdigeronimo.com/accelerate-impact-work-place/) - Looking for the inside track on career advancement? My new book, Accelerate Your Impact, offers the guidance required to help take your career to the next level and beyond. I'm very excited about this book and the exercises included that will help women in business understand their value-based contributions in their industry. In my first - [Astrology - The Most Empowering Tool for Self-Discovery with Angie Agnoni](https://jjdigeronimo.com/astrology-the-most-empowering-tool-for-self-discovery-with-angie-agnoni/) - Did you know that astrology isn't just about your daily horoscope? It's both a science and an art that tracks planetary movements to interpret their effects on our lives. In this enlightening podcast episode, we welcome Angie Agnoni, a renowned lightworker, astrologer, and numerologist. 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This is especially true for entrepreneurs who rarely have any physical - [Create a Plan for Future Career Advancement](https://jjdigeronimo.com/how-women-in-technology-create-a-plan-for-future-advancement/) - I find that many women that focus solely on their to-do list are not always the first choice for promotions. If you want to get ahead in the workplace it does take time and a plan. It is helpful to think about it as you do a project: outlining current situation, future desire and a roadmap to - [Gender Balancing the Business World - Part 2](https://jjdigeronimo.com/gender-balancing-the-business-world-part-2/) - The other day I was talking about Avivah Wittenberg-Cox's presentation at the Chautauqua Institute entitled Gender Balancing the Business World: What is Taking so Long? Avivah, president of 20-first, has found three main reasons for the discrepancy and in Monday's article, we talked about the Career Cycle. The second reason is about communication styles. 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Not just your surroundings, but where you are in your life. Right now. Today. This minute. Are you where you want to be? Is this how you pictured your life to be when you reached this age; this stage in your life? As I travel the country meeting and speaking with other Women, - [Break the Chain - One Billion Rising](https://jjdigeronimo.com/break-the-chain-one-billion-rising/) - Are you aware that women around the globe are rising to break the chain of domestic violence. One in three women will be raped or beaten in her lifetime. Let 's stop for a moment and absorb that incredible fact. One in three women will be beaten or raped in their lifetime. We need to stop - [How to Ask for a Raise and Get it](https://jjdigeronimo.com/how-to-ask-for-a-raise-and-get-it/) - I had the opportunity to present a program on Live at Lakeside on How to Ask for a Raise. Following are the highlights of the presentation: Be realistic: Understand the market in which you work and what you are worth - rough idea – ask around since wages vary by cities.Know your company's policy: some companies only provide - [Technology Needs More Females](https://jjdigeronimo.com/why-does-it-need-a-female-voice/) - For many companies IT is emerging from a secure room (size varies) with blinking lights, cables and boxes to a competitive differentiator for many companies. IT is now part of many key company initiatives. IT departments need more than good programmers and project managers these days to be successful. Many IT departments are moving from - [WE Magazine for Women Entrepreneurs](https://jjdigeronimo.com/we-magazine-for-women-spotlights-the-entrepreneurial/) - This month I was very blessed to be a featured woman business owner in the WE Magazine. This magazine features those that are inspiring and motivating other women to achieve their personal best in business and life. I encourage you to visit the WE Magazine site to learn more about these amazing women. The magazine also offers - [10 Career Potholes to Avoid](https://jjdigeronimo.com/10-career-potholes-to-avoid/) - This past week I was a guest on Live on Lakeside talking about potholes that we should avoid in business. Here is a link to the Career Potholes video with the complete interview.In a nutshell, here are the ten things to avoid:Declining key networking events where you might meet influential or interesting peopleSharing too much - [Women Empowerment Quotes Help Women Leaders](https://jjdigeronimo.com/women-empowerment-quotes-help-women-leaders/) - There is something so powerful about seeing, reading and believing words of empowerment. If you are a member of Facebook, you'll notice a trend of women in business sharing memes or pictures that contain women empowerment quotes; quotes that reaffirm, encourage, support and challenge. - [Evolving the Platform to JJDiGeronimo.com](https://jjdigeronimo.com/change-is-a-four-letter-word/) - Over the past few years, my passion and mission have remained the same but the process through which I, deliver my message has grown. My new website will reflect that change and the focus on speaking, training and presenting that I am currently pursuing. The new website has required a lot of change. Change can - [New Book! The Confident Woman, Co-authored by JJ DiGeronimo](https://jjdigeronimo.com/the-confident-woman-coauthored-jj-digeronimo/) - Looking to feel more self-assured? Do you want to exude confidence? Well, check out the highly anticipated book The Confident Woman: Tapping into Your Inner Power! Authored by CEO’s, leaders, and experts from the U.K., India, Bangladesh, Trinidad, Spain, South Africa, Australia, Canada, Kenya, Puerto Rico, and the United States, chapters include powerful personal and professional leadership tools - [Social Media - Do You Maximize Online Relationships?](https://jjdigeronimo.com/do-you-maximize-online-relationships/) - Social media provides many opportunities to connect strategically and consistently. Here are just a few suggestions for how to make the most of those social media contacts: Keep your profile current: use a professional picture of yourself - not your company logo, a picture from vacation or an Avatar. Post your expertise and - [Get 23 Cents More On Every Dollar](https://jjdigeronimo.com/get-23-cents-more-on-every-dollar/) - Where can you invest your money and receive a 23% return? How about looking in the mirror ...that is if you take the initiative and invest in yourself. How? Ask for a Raise! In a recent article on the Ellevate Network, Sallie Krawcheck shares her advice on the best investment women can make today in their career - [Elinor Otto, Oldest Working 'Rosie the Riveter'](https://jjdigeronimo.com/elinor-otto-oldest-working-rosie-the-riveter/) - Elinor Otto made a guest appearance on Ellen. Elinor continues to work on the manufacturing line, wielding a riveter for a job that she has worked in since she was 21....72 years ago! Yes, Elinor is 93 years old - the oldest of the original Rosie the Riveter girls having started her job during WWII when - [Bad Managers: Career Advice Before You Quit A Bad Manager](https://jjdigeronimo.com/career-advice-before-you-quit-a-bad-manager/) - Do you work for the worst boss ever? Many of us have been in that position and the only solution we can find is to leave. In fact, I was recently talking with a woman who’d been with a company 10 years but was so unhappy with her current boss that she felt certain the - [Increase Productivity - Create More Productivity from Disengaged Employees](https://jjdigeronimo.com/talented-leaders-can-teach-bored-employees-to-be-more-engaged-to-benefit-the-bottom-line/) - I recently had the opportunity to share my thoughts about how talented leaders can benefit the business and company morale with strategies to engage disengaged employees. The article was published on Small Business Online. Here is a snippet: How many people do you know that enjoy their job? From recent conversations, interviews and articles, it - [Gender Gap: It isn't Always About the Money](https://jjdigeronimo.com/gender-gap-isnt-always-money/) - There has been a shake up in entertainment this week - a gender gap of mass proportions. If you follow pop culture you know that this week Stana Katic, who plays Detective Kate Beckett on the ABC show Castle has been let go from the show after eight seasons. Last week lead acttress Nicole Beharie was killed - [Lessons of Failure](https://jjdigeronimo.com/the-real-lesson-of-failure/) - We are all going to make mistakes. Yesterday, today, and tomorrow we will probably do or say something or conversely fail to do or say something that we wish we could take back. The classic desire for a "do over." - [10 Things Fathers of Daughters Can Do to Advocate For Women](https://jjdigeronimo.com/10-things-fathers-of-daughters-can-advocate-women/) - Jeffery Halter is the found of the Fathers of Daughters Initiative and has been a huge supporter of women in leadership and I'd like to share with you an article and a movement he has created to encourage girls and women to advance to their highest potential. This Father's Day Give Your Daughter A Gift - - [5 Ways to Achieve Professional Power to Thrive and Flourish](https://jjdigeronimo.com/5-ways-to-achieve-professional-power-to-thrive-and-flourish/) - Do you seek to achieve professional power in your career? Statistics show that women with power are far more capable of achieving their professional goals and making a significant difference in their life and the lives of others. Striving to achieve professional power by seeking opportunities and related roles with more influence and impact can be - [Performance Reviews that Work](https://jjdigeronimo.com/performance-reviews-that-work/) - I recently connected with Megan Wilson of Ghergich & Co. who provided the updated changes to our traditional take on company performance reviews. She has this to share: Have you ever had a job where you haven’t had a performance review? Of course not: They’re as ingrained as the 9-to-5 workday, it seems. But do workplace reviews - [Your To-Do List - 5 Things to Take OFF](https://jjdigeronimo.com/5-things-to-take-off-your-to-do-list/) - Get your red pen ready - it is time to cross a few things of your daily "to-do" list. Feeling Guilty. As women today there will always be too much to do and too many places to be. Accept that you cannot be everything to everyone and you will have guilt so take that off - [Take A Break - 3 Downtime Tips from Successful Women](https://jjdigeronimo.com/3-downtime-tips-from-successful-women/) - Do you make yourself a priority? Have you learned to put aside a little time for yourself on a regular basis? If not, this article offers advice you will want to consider - seriously. - [Making Strategic Partnerships](https://jjdigeronimo.com/making-strategic-decisions-and-partnerships/) - Being strategic is one of my main focuses; in daily tasks, networking efforts and business plans, I believe that you must first have a specific direction or strategy before you embark on a journey for your career. I was recently interviewed on the podcast Chatting With Experts and had the opportunity to share a few - [Forgiveness May be the Key to Productivity](https://jjdigeronimo.com/forgiveness-may-key-productivity/) - It is time to accept forgiveness for the fact that you didn't finish your to-do list yesterday and today isn't looking much better. Each day we strive to be productive, to tick off the ever growing number of tasks on our list of responsibilities and for some of us; that seems like an exercise in - [The Power of No](https://jjdigeronimo.com/the-power-of-no/) - Can you say no? Eckhart Tolle is one of my favorite authors. In The Power of NOW. Tolle writes that there is only ever Now. The past only happened in the Now, and the future--which hasn’t happened yet--will only happen in the Now of the present moment. There is only, ever, NOW, this present moment. Every - [How Do Your Expectations Impact Your Workload?](https://jjdigeronimo.com/how-do-your-expectations-impact-your-workload/) - I just received a funny, yet oh so true, email from a fan who is reading my new book . . . ."Sometimes I look at my husband sitting in his chair, laptop in hand, while I am having three conversations with our three little girls and I wonder how he can be so blinded to the fact that all - [Self Doubt - What FEAR is Holding Your Career Back?](https://jjdigeronimo.com/what-is-holding-you-back/) - You are the verge of change; you can feel it, almost taste it and yet... Have you been in that position? You were ready to make a change; diet, exercise, education, faith, career and yet something holds you back. What holds you back? Some say that it is a fear of failure. Rather than try - [Getting Unstuck - A Few Ways to Get Unstuck?](https://jjdigeronimo.com/how-do-you-get-unstuck/) - Are you stuck in a rut? Same job, same habits, same daily drudge? Maybe it is time to examine a few things and perhaps get unstuck. I came across an article recently from Rena, the Unstuck Coach, who offers Top 5 Ways to Get Unstuck: Slow down – Take a few minutes each day to - [Burned Out from Your Corporate Job?](https://jjdigeronimo.com/how-to-bounce-back-from-burn-out/) - I find there seems to be a common thread of exhaustion, stress, and frustration amoung women. I don't know if it is weather related or seasonal but there are ways that we can take control of our feelings of burn out and turn things around in our favor. First, let's identify the symptoms. Matt Rudmann - [Unemployed - Ideas to Increase Your Visibility](https://jjdigeronimo.com/what-to-do-with-your-time-when-you-are-unemployed/) - A Purposeful Woman reader recently asked me how to fill the hours when you are in search of a new career or job. It is an interesting question because, although there are many tasks associated with keeping on top of the job search, there are also ways you can use the time to give back - [Silence - A Tool When Negotiating](https://jjdigeronimo.com/silence-the-key-tool-when-negotiating/) - Whether you are negotiating for a raise or the salary of a new job or for your point of view on a work project; silence is a key tool. People are naturally uncomfortable with silence and tend to jump in to fill the awkward space. However, it is in that silence that the person you - [Impostor Syndrome - Is Impostor Syndrome Holding You Back?](https://jjdigeronimo.com/unmasking-the-impostor-syndrome/) - Do you go to work and live in fear of people finding out you are not as smart, talented or accomplished as they think you are? Do you question your value to a project because you think you don't contribute on the level of others. Do you compare your efforts to others in the company? - [Asking for A Raise - Tips and Strategies to Position for a Higher Salary](https://jjdigeronimo.com/how-to-ask-for-the-raise-you-deserve/) - It has been a while since your last raise and during that time you have been exceeding expectations, killing your goals and even managing additional projects for your boss. You deserve to be compensated for the work you have accomplished; all that remains is asking for it. According to the Wall Street Journal article, Women - [Keep Gender Equality Momentum Moving Forward](https://jjdigeronimo.com/keep-gender-equality-momentum-moving-forward/) - There is a lot of focus on the initiative to promote women to leadership positions and there is positive movement, however, the end result of achieving gender equality is going to be a long journey. So how do you keep from feeling disappointment or fatigue over the goal of seeing women and men equality in - [Delegation - 5 Types of Delegation in Business](https://jjdigeronimo.com/5-types-of-delegation-in-business/) - One of the many skills necessary to be a great leader in business is the art of delegation. Just like when we started to give our children a little bit of responsibility, there are different stages of delegation. Bruce Fong shared his ideas of the different levels of delegation which are worth reviewing: Five levels - [Leaders of STEM, Dr. Irene Bell - Stranmillis University College in Northern Ireland](https://jjdigeronimo.com/dr-irene-bell-leading-woman-in-stem/) - Dr. Bell and the relationship with Mary Mount University and now Stransmillis has been wonderful to expand the IASL reach internationally. We are preparing young educators to be leaders of STEM education from the start of their academic careers. This should create a cadre of highly qualified students and future Mary Mount University. I had - [Asking for a Raise?](https://jjdigeronimo.com/is-it-time-to-ask-for-a-raise/) - According to the website PayScale, 75% of the people who ask for a raise, receive the raise. That is a pretty significant number. However, it doesn't take into consideration the number of people that WANT to ask for a raise and don't - [Strategic Thinking - The Key to Effective Leadership](https://jjdigeronimo.com/strategic-thinking-the-key-to-effective-leadership/) - Are you a proactive or reactive thinker? Often the challenges of our work life and the number of balls we juggle each day don't lend themselves to being strategic in our thinking. We can find our backs to the wall, forced to put out fires rather than being able to plan how to avoid the fires in the first place. - [Top Two Networking Questions to Ask](https://jjdigeronimo.com/top-two-networking-questions-to-ask/) - Do have a strategy when you go to a networking event? is it a game to collect business cards or is it a struggle for you to talk with others and so perhaps you help the event coordinator or do you focus on just one or two people and try to make a connection? There - [Are You Politically Savvy Enough to Lead in Business?](https://jjdigeronimo.com/are-you-politically-savvy-enough-to-lead-in-business/) - Becoming a leader in business isn't just about WHAT you know or even WHO you know but it also has to do with HOW you are known. In other words, Just how politically savvy are you in the office? - [Do You Flourish in Your Current Career?](https://jjdigeronimo.com/do-you-flourish-in-your-current-career/) - In a study conducted by the Center for Talent Innovation, it was determined that there were five key things women what from their position of leadership. They want to: Flourish Excel Work for meaning and purpose Empower others and be empowered Earn well - [Quiet Leadership - You Don't Have to be Loud to be Heard](https://jjdigeronimo.com/you-dont-have-to-be-loud-to-be-heard-the-power-of-quiet-leadership/) - Have you ever watched The View - morning talk show free-for-all started by Barbara Walters and currently hosted by Whoopi Goldberg, Rosie O'Donnell, Rosie Perez and Nicole Wallace? Don't tune in if you have a headache because it will only get worse as you try to make out the points each host is trying to make as they interrupt, shout, insult and talk over one another. Regardless of who is on the panel, The View has been known for its loud, A-type personalities each trying to over shout the next to be heard. It is annoying, rude and hard to watch. But we have been taught that if you want to be heard you have to speak up. If you want to lead, you have to be loud. But is that really the case? - [Self-Efficacy: Important for Women in Business](https://jjdigeronimo.com/self-efficacy-plus-self-esteem-equals-effective-leadership/) - Are you familiar with the term Self-Efficacy? It is described as an individual's belief in his or her capacity to execute behaviors necessary to produce specific performance attainments. Whereas a term we may be more familiar with, self-esteem is a person's overall subjective emotional evaluation of his or her own worth. It is a judgment - [Considering a Career Change? By When?](https://jjdigeronimo.com/considering-a-career-change-by-when/) - By when will you make the change? Dave Munson, founder and owner of Saddleback Leather, asks his team members two important words: "by when?" In a recenter interview published in Forbes, Kevin Kruse asks Munson to share his best advice for those starting their leadership journey. Munson: This is great. This is really an easy one, okay? But it's - [Self-Sabotaging - Our We Unknowingly Sabotaging Our Careers?](https://jjdigeronimo.com/are-you-unknowingly-sabotaging-your-career-advancement/) - This is going to be a tough discussion, but one that we need to have. In this article, I am inviting us all - myself included - to hold a mirror up and ask some challenging questions. We may be surprised by the answers. Let me say up front - there is good news at - [Lateral Moves- Forget Ladders it is a Jungle Gym](https://jjdigeronimo.com/forget-climbing-the-ladder-and-grab-onto-the-jungle-gym/) - Since we were young women in the workforce we were familiar with the phrase “climbing the corporate ladder.” We knew that this meant moving in our career from entry level to a position of power and leadership. Like a ladder, the trip was supposed to be ever upwardly mobile. And since we believed up was - [References - Are You Easy to Refer?](https://jjdigeronimo.com/are-you-easy-to-refer/) - Referrals and word of mouth testimonials are the best way to gain new business, be considered for a new position or to grow your network. But just how easy are you to refer? - [Women in Business - How Companies Can Support & Encourage Women](https://jjdigeronimo.com/how-supportive-of-women-in-leadership-is-your-company/) - There is a lot of conversation around the need for women in advancement and leadership roles and creating a diverse environment, but just how supportive is the company you work for? - [Career Advancement - Stop Blaming Women!](https://jjdigeronimo.com/who-or-what-is-holding-you-back-from-career-advancement/) - I am tired of the assumption that it is the woman holding herself back from career growth; sometimes it isn't the woman. Sometimes it is the culture and leadership of the organization. - [Career Mistakes - Are They Lessons or Setbacks?](https://jjdigeronimo.com/youve-made-a-mistake-now-what/) - Do you agonize over the mistakes you make. Do you hit yourself on the forehead like the old V8 juice commercials "I could have had a V8!" and bemoan what could have been if only? Starting today, let's take a new look at our mistakes; as the learning tool they are. Just like we often learn more about management styles from our worst boss, our mistakes are teachers just waiting to show us more! - [Innovation - Do You Believe You Are Innovative?](https://jjdigeronimo.com/do-women-believe-they-are-innovative/) - As I spend more time with women in technology across the country, I am amazed at their passion and energy for their craft. They are confident and dedicated to their career and aspire to be strong leaders in the future. - [Career Change - Is It Time to Go?](https://jjdigeronimo.com/is-it-time-to-go-contemplating-a-career-change/) - We are creatures of habit. From a very young age we thrive on the known; breakfast in the morning, a day of school, homework, play time, supper, reading a chapter and then off to sleep to start all over again. - [Impact At Any Age - 90 Yr Old Barbara Beskind Still in Tech](https://jjdigeronimo.com/barbara-beskind-woman-in-tech/) - Purpose has no age limit. Take Barbara Beskind for example. She has been creating and designing since she was eight years old. At 90, she has enjoyed three full careers, her most recent started two years ago with IDEO in Silicon Valley as a designer of products that help the aging with their unique challenges. - [Women Leaders - Are You A Self Aware Leader?](https://jjdigeronimo.com/being-a-self-aware-leader/) - Understanding what makes a good leader is an important study and we've touched on a number of times within these blogs on including the article Women in Leadership – Tips for Top Woman Leaders and Strategic Influence: A Necessary Skill for Women Leaders. However, I just stumbled upon an article that suggests women become self-aware of their - [Inspiring #GirlBoss - Sophia Amoruso](https://jjdigeronimo.com/sophia-amoruso-is-a-purposeful-woman/) - Sophia Amoruso is the founder of Nasty Gal Vintage and the author of an inspiring business book I'm currently reading called #GirlBoss. Sophia pulls no punches in her story of how she took a vintage clothing business operated out of her bedroom to over $100 million in annual sales in just seven years. "It takes - [Time Management: Quick Tips To Be More Effective](https://jjdigeronimo.com/time-a-valuable-commodity/) - How well do you manage your time? Do you find yourself wishing that: There were more hours in the day/week You could clone yourself to get everything done You would finish everything on your daily to-do list You are not alone. We have heard about time management; we all know about the "if you touch - [College Students - Advice for Young Women Preparing for their 1st Job](https://jjdigeronimo.com/college-students-prepare-to-enter-the-work-force/) - This month I had the opportunity to talk with college women preparing to enter the workforce. With many different degrees and levels of education, we spent time talking about what makes an effective professional. We also discussed what it takes to move through different roles and levels within an organization and how professional women can strategically - [Leadership Keynotes for Women with JJ DiGeronimo, Author and Keynote Speaker](https://jjdigeronimo.com/leadership-presentations-for-2015/) - How important is leadership to you and your organization? I wanted to bring to light some of the leadership workshops and presentations that have impacted women in the workplace! You can review an entire list here: Leadership Programs, but here are just a few examples and what you can expect to learn. Leadership & Career - [Women in Tech - Feeling Like an Outsider?](https://jjdigeronimo.com/women-in-tech-feeling-like-an-outsider/) - The question of the day, the month, the year: Why aren't there more women in technology positions? Company leaders will blame the education system but here is what the women had to say: Nearly three-quarters of the women said they felt like “outsiders” at technology companies, compared to just 17 percent of the men surveyed. - [Working Moms - The Juggle of Having it ALL](https://jjdigeronimo.com/can-you-be-a-mom-and-an-executive/) - It's called "having it all," a misnomer that many women strive to achieve only to end up stressed and frustrated. However, by planning, surrounding yourself with great assistance in all aspects of your life and examining and adjusting what is important to you; you can be a great Mom and a successful executive. I recently - [Mid-Career Women - How to Maneuver the Landscape.](https://jjdigeronimo.com/an-ugly-truth-exposed-or-a-misunderstanding/) - I recently had the opportunity to attend and speak at the Grace Hooper Convention (#GHC2014). My topic “Leadership Strategies for High Impact Women” resonated with many mid-career women that desire the opportunity to take their next professional step forward yet are unsure on how to maneuver the current landscape. During my session, we discussed specific - [Your Passion - Can You Do More of IT?](https://jjdigeronimo.com/dont-talk-about-it-be-about-it/) - Candace Benson, a woman in tech and founder of Camp Tech recently made this statement when talking about having a professional vision, "Don't talk about it...BE about it." What does that mean to you? To me, it means that I need to stop procrastinating and start taking action. For some reason, this simple quote from - [STEM Curriculum - STEM Programs for Youth](https://jjdigeronimo.com/ronda-jameson-m-ed-shares-how-she-brings-s-t-e-m-programs-to-youth/) - I was thrilled to meet and interview Ronda Jameson. She had great advice about how she created programs and opportunities for young students in STEM. Listen to my recent interview with Ronda. Ronda Jameson, M.Ed is the Director of STEM Education for Texarkana Independent School District in Texarkana, Texas. She has served in public and private - [Forbes Features JJ DiGeronimo: Women in Tech](https://jjdigeronimo.com/forbes-feature-article-women-in-tech-triumph/) - Recently I had the opportunity to speak with Leo King, a reporter for Forbes specializing in cutting-edge technology. We talked about the world of technology and the woman's role in its advancement. We discussed where women are currently in the leadership of technology and how companies might diversify their staff to include more women. This - [Young Women in Tech - Inspiring Eden Full, Founder of Sun Saluter (VIDEO)](https://jjdigeronimo.com/inspiring-eden-full-founder-of-sun-saluter-video/) - I had the pleasure of interviewing Eden Full while she was in Germany (the power of technology) and she shares her inspirational story. She is changing the world - listen to how she uses solar power to bring light and power to the middle of African villages. Eden is an aspiring product designer interested in - [Resume Advice for Your Career: A Toolbox of Resume Tips](https://jjdigeronimo.com/recommended-must-haves-for-your-career-the-new-career-toolbox/) - Guest Post by Cathy Posner Having the “right tools for the right job” is important. Quite often I am asked questions like, “do I need a one-page or two-page resume?” Or, “how important is LinkedIn?” Based on those questions—and many others--, I’ve put together a list of primary “tools” you’ll want at the ready for every - [Apply Now -Don't Wait to Be 100% Qualified for a New Position](https://jjdigeronimo.com/do-we-really-need-to-be-100-qualified/) - Women read instructions. Women ask for directions Women follow the rules In a recent Harvard Business Review article the author, Tara Sophia Mohr, states that women won't apply for a job unless they feel they are 100% qualified whereas a man will apply if he is only 60% qualified. That is a significant separation. In - [Want to Change Your Job - The Process Should Start Now](https://jjdigeronimo.com/are-you-ready-to-change-swim-lanes/) - Are you tired of your current role or project; are you ready to move to something new? I recently had the opportunity to talk about this subject at a conference. For those of you that this idea resonates, I want to encourage you to start the process now. It takes time to make a move in - [Delegation - 9 Steps to Delegate Your Way to Success](https://jjdigeronimo.com/delegating-your-way-to-success/) - How well do you delegate? We have all found ourselves saying "If you want something done right you have to do it yourself," but is that really the case? One business executive that I encountered has grown her business by delegating everything that "isn't her genius." Think about that for a minute. What do you - [Gratitude - Advance Your Career with Appreciation & Gratitude](https://jjdigeronimo.com/advance-your-career-with-gratitude/) - Taking the time each day to be grateful for the people you meet and the opportunities you are afforded is an important part of being an Impactful Professional. When we step aside from our day-to-day activities to look for the positive and find a way to be thankful, it helps to put things into perspective. - [Women in STEM - Leading an IP Management & Technology Transfer Firm, Laura Schoppe](https://jjdigeronimo.com/leading-an-ip-management-technology-transfer-firm-laura-schoppe/) - Laura Schoppe, recently chatted with me about her journey to become a leading woman in STEM. I have been seeking out leading women who can share insights, challenges and successes for others who want to advance in careers of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. During the interview, Laura shared two pieces of advice she was - [Women in Leadership - Tips for Top Woman Leaders](https://jjdigeronimo.com/the-secrets-of-women-in-leadership/) - I don't know about you, but when I see an article that offers the inside scoop of some of today's top leaders, I am immediately drawn to read it. We are learning creatures and when I have the ability to learn something new from someone who is already making a difference, I jump at the - [STEM WOMEN - Woman in STEM develops STEM opportunities for K-12](https://jjdigeronimo.com/woman-in-stem-develops-stem-opportunities-for-k-12/) - Kimberly Clavin has a masters in Mechanical Engineering with a specialization in acoustics. After working in the industry for six years as a design and test engineer Kimberly decided to change her pathway and focus on education of engineering topics. Kimberly is now the Manager of STEM Initiatives in Dublin City Schools, Ohio. As Manager - [Tech Girls are Super Heroes!](https://jjdigeronimo.com/tech-girls-are-super-heroes/) - Jenine Beekhuyzen is an advocate for diversity in IT and has a long history of organizing and presenting at girls and computing events and visiting schools. She has volunteered in many committees and mentoring programs over the past decade. I recently had the opportunity to interview Jenine and learn more about her passion for girls in - [Your Centers of Influence - Tap In!](https://jjdigeronimo.com/do-you-tap-into-your-centers-of-influence/) - Whether we know it or not, we each have centers of influence in our life that can aid in our professional growth. the question is - are we using them effectively? What is a Center of Influence? A Center of Influence is someone in your network who understands you, respects what you offer and is - [Seeking a Promotion - Ways to Step Up and Stand Out](https://jjdigeronimo.com/go-beyond-your-do-to-list-when-seeking-a-promotion/) - Recently, I had the opportunity to provide my thoughts on what it takes today for women seeking promotional opportunities. The article Positioning Yourself for Promotion offers a variety of great ideas from several Purposeful Women in the workforce today. In case you didn't read the article, here are my thoughts on your to-do list: As - [The Difference Between Knowledge and Experience](https://jjdigeronimo.com/the-difference-between-knowledge-and-experience/) - Have you ever had to call a plumber out to the house only to have the problem fixed in under 15 minutes and then receive a bill for $75 or $100? Does it get your goat? Are you inclined to argue and say - "$100 for fifteen minutes of work? That's highway robbery!" Perhaps. But - [7 Steps Leaders Use to Build an Effective Team](https://jjdigeronimo.com/7-steps-leaders-use-to-build-an-effective-team/) - Building an effective team starts with creating a launching pad for success. Start by understanding the team members and their work style, then outline the goals and expectations for the team. After all of the team members are starting from the same place, spend time engaging and supporting the members of the team to produce - [Tech Savvy Women](https://jjdigeronimo.com/computing-is-too-important-to-be-left-to-men/) - "Computing is too important to be left to men,:" is a humorous quote offered to us by Karen Spärck Jones, Professor of Computers and Information at Cambridge Computer Laboratory. Spärck Jones was a vocal advocate for women in computing and technology; she introduced the concept of inverse document frequency (IDF) used by most search engines today. - [The Workplace - Effective Communication Methods for Women](https://jjdigeronimo.com/how-engaging-are-you-in-the-workplace/) - The book P.E.R.S.U.A.D.E. Communication Strategies that Move People to Action by Marlene Caroselli, Ed.D. offers some interesting discussion points and exercises to help readers be more persuasive in their communication. Each letter stands for a different strategy and the letter E - Engage - resonated with me. How often have you been in a meeting - [Women in Business - Self Imposed Boundaries](https://jjdigeronimo.com/challenges-women-leaders-face/) - The battle cry is heard around the world championing women for positions of leadership, however, research shows that women themselves can add to barriers that keep them from advancing. The challenges we face as professional business women have evolved over the years but there are still some unique obstacles that we face. Here are just - [Nelson Mandela - One Person Can Make a Huge Impact](https://jjdigeronimo.com/one-person-really-can-make-a-difference/) - In the wake of Nelson Mandela's passing, many are coming forward to share their memories, thoughts, prayers and insights into how he impacted their lives and the lives of hundreds of thousand others. One man. He championed peace and equality, overcoming fears and reaching to make dreams a reality. He set an example that generations - [Businesses Need Women in Executive Positions](https://jjdigeronimo.com/why-businesses-need-women-in-executive-positions/) - I am not sure, but the "good ol' boy network" in business may be officially on the way out. As we round out the end of 2013 and look to a new year, more and more business leaders are recognizing the value of having women in positions of power. Nicholas Kristof, a writer for the - [Michael J. Fox Doesn't Worry - Why Should You?](https://jjdigeronimo.com/michael-j-fox-doesnt-worry-why-should-you/) - They say that women are born worriers. We worry about our children, we worry about our jobs, we worry about our family and the bills and our health and the fate of the government...we worry. To what end? Now I am not going to say that I never worry, who could, but a quote from - [Project Management - 5 Lessons](https://jjdigeronimo.com/5-lessons-for-successful-technology-project-management/) - I recently saw a quote floating around Twitter about the negative aspect of pulling the ladder up behind you as you crash through the glass ceiling. I commented at the time about the importance of paying it forward and mentoring girls and women along the way. In an effort to continue that thought process, I - [What Does Success Look Like for JJ?](https://jjdigeronimo.com/what-does-success-look-like-for-you/) - Recently I was interviewed by Jamie for the Flyy, Female & Fabulous online magazine. She asked a variety of questions about my professional journey, thoughts as an entrepreneur and my advice for other Purposeful Women on their path to success. My belief is that before you take your first step you really do need to - [Before You Leap Into a New Project](https://jjdigeronimo.com/what-should-you-do-before-you-leap-into-a-new-project/) - As an entrepreneur, your brain is swimming with new ideas and directions for your business. Your excitement is contagious and your energy is intoxicating, however often you find the end of the day comes before the end of your “to do” list. The challenge? Focus. Rather than focusing on one idea and following it through - [Negotiation - Tips for Most Situations](https://jjdigeronimo.com/negotiating-tips-for-any-situation/) - Almost from the minute, we wake up until when our head hits the pillow, we find ourselves negotiating our way through the day. It might be negotiating with yourself for just five more minutes of sleep when you hit the snooze button. Or negotiating with your child over their outfit choice or what they eat - [Career Change - 5 Steps Before You Leap](https://jjdigeronimo.com/5-steps-to-prepare-for-your-career-leap/) - Contemplating making a change in your career? Whether you are thinking about applying for an internal promotion, leaving the company for an advanced position or leaving the corporate world to start your own business, there are steps that you need to be prepared to take. Following are five steps that I have found important in - [Having a Voice in a Male Dominated Industry](https://jjdigeronimo.com/having-a-voice-in-a-male-dominated-industry/) - I was recently interviewed and asked and answered the question: What is the secret to making yourself heard in male-dominated occupations? I learned early on that I needed to know technology inside and out. Not as good as my male counterparts but often better to be taken seriously at the conference table. In fact, I graduated with - [Surround Yourself with Positive People](https://jjdigeronimo.com/surround-yourself-with-positive-people/) - We've talked before about taking an inventory of the people around you and measuring their level of positive attitude in your life. It is important for our own attitude that we surround ourselves with positive people as much as possible. But in turn, we must also be viewed as positive people. In the book Eat - [Career Mentors for Women](https://jjdigeronimo.com/the-benefits-of-career-mentoring-for-women/) - There are too many benefits of career mentoring for women to fully discuss in a short article. So that should tell you about the potential value available when you team-up with an experienced person. There's nothing new about mentoring because it's been around for thousands of years. Socrates mentored Plato, and he did a pretty - [Time Management or Energy Management?](https://jjdigeronimo.com/do-you-focus-on-time-management-or-energy-management/) - Time management has been a buzz phrase and the title of countless books and workshops for more than a decade. So why don't we manage our time very well? How many times have you said "Gee I wish there were more than 24 hours in the day?" Time is a finite unit of measure and - [Women Are You A Negative or Positive Communicator?](https://jjdigeronimo.com/are-you-a-negative-or-positive-communicator/) - We all like to think that we are a shining example of all that is good and right in this world. We like to think that the words we speak will help to motivate and inspire. But is that truly the case? We all need to actively mute the negative in both our internal and - [Women, Value and Impact](https://jjdigeronimo.com/never-underestimate-your-value/) - We have talked about the importance of understanding our own value before but it bares repeating. I frequently encounter business women who wave away praise at their efforts as though what they have accomplished is nothing. I find most women tend to underplay their value. They rarely toot their own horn and often look in - [Who's With You Thick & Thin?](https://jjdigeronimo.com/whos-with-you-thick-thin/) - “Lots of people want to ride with you in the limo, but what you want is someone who will take the bus with you when the limo breaks down.” -Oprah Winfrey I was at lunch recently with a friend and we were talking about the lessons learned when you hit a tough spot in your life. - [Women, Jump Start Your Day](https://jjdigeronimo.com/jump-start-your-day/) - Whether or not you’re a ‘morning’ person, morning energy is a great predictor of how the day is apt to go. A strong energy pulse in the morning is likely to predict a wonderfully engaging day. You wake up glad to be alive, grateful that you are in the world, that you have people you - [Steve Jobs - Have the Courage to Follow Your Heart and Intuition](https://jjdigeronimo.com/have-the-courage-to-follow-your-heart-and-intuition-steve-jobs/) - The world lost a leader, an inspiration to all things that are possible this last week when Steve Jobs passed away. On Twitter three of the ten top trending topics were about Steve and his gifts to the world. iSad being the simplest and yet most profound trending topic of them all. I was drawn to - [Career Strategies for Women](https://jjdigeronimo.com/career-strategies-to-differentiate-your-professional-brand/) - As companies are condensing staff and asking more of their employees, it is difficult to dig out from under the task list to actively plan a career strategy, especially for women that have many demands outside the workplace. Often women are just trying to get done what is on their to-do list. If you want - [Mentors, Sponsors and Advisory Boards for Business Women](https://jjdigeronimo.com/mentors-sponsors-and-advisory-boards-for-purposeful-women/) - Mentorship and Sponsorship are extremely important and I would go even a step beyond to an advisory board which is a group of both. Mentorship is often a person that gives you advice on how to move from here to there or maneuver a situation. They talk only to you about what you should do. - [How JJ DiGeronimo Use LinkedIn to Advance Her Professional Impact](https://jjdigeronimo.com/how-purposeful-women-use-linkedin/) - As a woman in high tech and an entrepreneur, I have used Linkedin for years as a valuable tool for career and business enhancement. I have found that it can: ** help publish a book ** expand my professional network ** create peer groups ** locate great candidates for key positions ** query experts ** build - [Ask Questions, Then Listen Carefully](https://jjdigeronimo.com/ask-then-listen-carefully/) - Anne Sweeney, President of Disney/ABC Television was recently interviewed by Moira Forbes for an article in the September edition of Forbes Magazine. When asked how she has developed the ability to influence, Anne responds that "curiosity gets people excited" and leads to new ideas: The smartest thing you can ever do is to constantly ask - [Time Management or Multi Tasking](https://jjdigeronimo.com/time-management-versus-multi-tasking/) - I often wonder at the frenzy of our lives and what example we are unwittingly showing our children. Women are known for being champion multi-taskers while men seem to be the one trick wonder. We often think our ability to juggle multiple tasks at once is a sign of superior management and yet, how often - [On AMAZON - A Working Woman's GPS](https://jjdigeronimo.com/available-now-on-amazon-a-working-womans-gps/) - If you have ever written a book, you will understand the excitement I am feeling. As of today, The Working Woman's GPS- when the plan to have it all has led you astray - is available through AMAZON! In A Working Woman’s GPS, When the Plan to Have it All Has Led You Astray, DiGeronimo shares her - [You Have Been Given a Second Chance](https://jjdigeronimo.com/you-have-been-given-a-second-chance/) - Have you ever felt that way? Has something happened in your life or in the life of someone close that stops you short? You think; it could have been much worse. Or - this is a wake up call. Or - maybe I better look at my priorities and make some changes. We have all - [Color Outside the Lines](https://jjdigeronimo.com/color-outside-the-lines/) - As I was driving today I turned on the radio to hear Natasha Bedingfield's song "I am Unwritten." A popular song and for many an anthem of the possibilities of our lives. Do you ever find yourself hemmed in by tradition? What would it feel like to color outside the lines? If you could break one - [The Journey to an Inspired Life - Where to Go from Here?](https://jjdigeronimo.com/the-journey-to-an-inspired-life-where-to-go-from-here/) - Would you ever go on a cross-country journey without a map (or GPS system)? For those adventurous types who have all the time in the world, it might sound like fun. Check out the book Blue Highways to read the true account of a man who did just that after losing his wife and job - [7 Characteristics of Successful Business Women](https://jjdigeronimo.com/7-characteristics-of-successful-business-women/) - When you think of successful business women; someone who appears to have it all, what would you say is their most valuable characteristic? Intelligence? Creativity? Balance? CG McIntire published an article on their site entitled the Essential Key Characteristics For Business Women. See if you agree: Sell the Vision Reinvent the Rules Achieve With - [Woman and Money](https://jjdigeronimo.com/purposeful-woman-and-money/) - How involved are you in the family finances? Investments? College funds? Retirement? Taxes? Historically the man in a relationship took care of the money and often the woman wasn't even aware of what bills were due and how much was saved for the future until an unexpected tragedy occurs. There is a financial expert, Carina - [Christie Marquez Shares Thoughts on Sales & Technology](https://jjdigeronimo.com/purposeful-woman-christie-marquez-shares-thoughts-on-sales/) - I had the pleasure of interviewing Christie Marquez, a Business Innovation Manager at Cisco about her approach to business and the field of sales specifically. Christie started as a school teacher and then transitioned to the sales environment. Here is just a portion of this informative interview: JJ: Do you have any correlations between teaching children and - [Are You a Task, Time or Gift Kind of Giver?](https://jjdigeronimo.com/are-you-a-task-time-or-gift-kind-of-giver/) - How do you communicate your appreciation to others in your life? Think about it. How do you express your gratitude? It may be with a shiny gift but there are other ways to show appreciation. When thinking about this, I am reminded of a book I read to help improve my communication channels in my - [Living Life on Purpose](https://jjdigeronimo.com/living-life-on-purpose/) - I love Gretchen Rubin author of the Happiness-Project.com shares a story of waking up to the reality that she wasn't happy. She had it all but felt like she was in danger of wasting her life. Sound familiar? So she decided to challenge herself: I'll have a happiness project! I vowed. I saw it in a - [THE PLAN - Yes - I'm Shouting](https://jjdigeronimo.com/the-plan-yes-im-shouting/) - Have you bought into the idea of the plan? Do you spend your days, weeks and life trying to achieve the plan? The Plan is to Have It All. This Plan seems real based on many of the women I have interviewed throughout the year. It seems to be the source, drive and ambition and the same source that has created overscheduled, - [We Have The Power to Change](https://jjdigeronimo.com/we-have-the-power-to-change/) - I don't mean change our nail polish, our clothes or change our hair color; although certainly we can and do on a regular basis. No - I mean "change" in the bigger sense. When I look at where we have come over the last fifty years compared to the changes made in our male counterpart's - [Are the Threads of Your Life in a Tangle?](https://jjdigeronimo.com/are-the-threads-of-your-life-in-a-tangle/) - What threads (choices), make up your quilt of life? Over time, I have made many choices; some come with many benefits and others impacted aspects of my life that I was not expecting. Each of these choices, I think of as threads—the job thread or the family thread, for example. Each choice has made its own impact and some - [What Are Your Strengths?](https://jjdigeronimo.com/what-are-your-strengths/) - Before we can assess where we are on our journey or if we are on the right path or what we want to be "when we grow up," we need to first pick up a mirror and take a cold hard look. Not at the wrinkles or stray hairs - but really look beyond the - [Success or Significance?](https://jjdigeronimo.com/success-or-significance/) - I just finished reading a book by Bob Buford called Halftime. In the book he talks about how people spend the first half of their life accomplishing tasks, so they spend the first half of their life focusing on success. And when they reach that success, similar to the happiness quotient, they now start to - [Are We Making the RIGHT Choices? Who Gets to Decide?](https://jjdigeronimo.com/are-we-making-the-right-choices-who-gets-to-decide/) - If you’re a career woman like me or had a career and left to spend time in other ways, you know that life is all about choices. Each choice has one or more consequences. Sometimes our individual choices make great sense at the time, but once stacked on-top of others, even a great choice can often leave - [Changing the Way We View the World: Unconscious Bias](https://jjdigeronimo.com/changing-the-way-we-view-the-world-unconscious-bias/) - Renee Navarro, PharmD, MD, Vice Chancellor, Diversity and Outreach, UCSF defines unconscious bias as follows: Unconscious biases are social stereotypes about certain groups of people that individuals form outside their own conscious awareness. Everyone holds unconscious beliefs about various social and identity groups, and these biases stem from one’s tendency to organize social worlds by categorizing. - [Manterrupting – Bropropriating – Mansplaining Ways Men Undermine Women](https://jjdigeronimo.com/manterrupting-bropropriating-mansplaining-ways-men-undermine-women/) - Let’s start with a few definitions: Manterrupting: Unnecessary interruption of a woman by a man. Bropropriating: Taking a woman’s idea and taking credit for it. Mansplaining: When a man explains something to a woman in a patronizing way and it often begins with a man completely disregarding a woman’s opinions by interrupting her mid-sentence. As a woman - [Creating a Safe Environment for Increased Innovation](https://jjdigeronimo.com/creating-a-safe-environment-for-increased-innovation/) - Do you work in a safe environment? By that I mean, do you feel supported and encouraged to share ideas and concepts for how the business and/or your department can be more productive? In an article called Six Habits of People Who Bring Out the Best in Others, one of those habits is creating a - [Lead with the End in Mind](https://jjdigeronimo.com/lead-with-the-end-in-mind/) - As a leader, of your department, your company, your life, the most successful way to proceed is to keep the end in mind. What do you want to be known for? What do you want to accomplish? What do you want as your legacy? In the recent article Great Leaders Start with the End In - [Thinking About a Career Move? Before You Leap...](https://jjdigeronimo.com/thinking-about-a-career-move-before-you-leap/) - It is easy to stay in a job for years, even when you are no longer happy or feel challenged, simply because it seems easier. However, at some point you may want to consider making a career move or even a jump into owning your own business. Are you thinking about jumping out of the - [How to Be Viewed as a Strategic Thinker](https://jjdigeronimo.com/how-to-be-viewed-as-a-strategic-thinker/) - Are you a strategic thinker or a tactical thinker? What is the difference? A professional focused on tactics often zeros in on ways to cut costs and improve the bottom line while a strategic thinker is focused on generating sales and growing the business. Which are you? More importantly - which do others see you - [Be the Most Persuasive Just By Showing Up](https://jjdigeronimo.com/be-the-most-persuasive-just-by-showing-up/) - Looking to gain consensus on an idea? Want to close a sale? The trick may be as simple as showing up. Robin Camarote says that the The 1 Thing Ridiculously Persuasive People Do Every Day is showing up. She says: "In-person requests are 34 times more successful than email. Researchers Vanessa Bohns and Mahdi Roghanizad say, "we found that - [How to Be a Curious Leader](https://jjdigeronimo.com/how-to-be-a-curious-leader/) - When you think of the traits of a great leader, does curiosity come to mind? Interestingly enough, a curious leader is one who will find ask the questions that lead to innovation and unique perspectives about problems that have stumped those before. Albert Einstein said: "I have no special talents. I am only passionately curious." - [Athena International - Owning a Business: My Story](https://jjdigeronimo.com/athena-international-owning-a-business-my-story/) - In September I will have the great opportunity of moderating a panel discussion at the Athena International conference where the topic is about owning a business. The insiders sharing their experience will be: Julie Brandle, President/Founder, Metis Construction Services June Taylor, Chair, Ohio Casino Control Commission; President, MAC Installations & Consulting, LLC Stacey Zahoranski, Wealth Advisor, Beacon Wealth - [Newly Promoted? Here is Your First Task](https://jjdigeronimo.com/newly-promoted-first-task/) - Have you been newly promoted? Congratulations! Now here is your first task. Approach your new role with the open eyes of your prior position. When you start a new position you have the rare opportunity to view the company in a way that you will never have again. You come into the new role with - [Accelerate Your Impact Wins Again!](https://jjdigeronimo.com/accelerate-your-impact-wins-again/) - The readers have spoken. Accelerate Your Impact has again been recognized as a 'must read' non-fiction book for women. Winning the Bronze metal for non-fiction women's books, The Reader's Favorite 2017 selection is JJ DiGeronimo's latest book. This is the fifth national book award for Accelerate Your Impact. Here's what the reviewer had to say: - [Bringing STEM to the Elementary Classroom](https://jjdigeronimo.com/bringing-stem-to-the-elementary-classroom/) - I was thrilled to see new after-school STEM programs in Brecksville/Broadview Heights Schools that work to engage more 4th and 5th grade girls! Thanks Classroom Antics for your help and expertise. This is something I wish all schools would embrace so that we can introduce our girls to the exciting opportunities available to them in STEM careers. - [Women Leaders: Be Resilient](https://jjdigeronimo.com/women-leaders-be-resilient/) - How resilient are you? In Hillary Clinton's latest book "What Happened" she speaks to the value and importance of being resilient. As a person, as a country. She appeared on Jimmy Fallon's Late Night Show and talked about the election, our country currently and about being resilient: "I took a lot of walks in the - [Professional Behaviors that Set You Apart](https://jjdigeronimo.com/professional-behaviors-that-set-you-apart/) - There are a few classic professional behaviors that great leaders display. Honesty. Integrity. Communication. Leadership. However, there are more professional behaviors that few are aware of that will set you apart from the pack. In the Inc. article 30 Behaviors That Will Make You Unstoppable, the author, Benjamin P. Hardy, shares some hard core examples of what - [Personal Coaching New Emerging Employee Benefit](https://jjdigeronimo.com/personal-coaching-new-emerging-employee-benefit/) - Personal coaching is the latest in human resource support being offered at some of the best places to work in the United States. I often talk about the value and importance of mentoring; whether you are the mentor or you seek a mentor to assist you in your career journey. Personal coaching is perhaps a - [Are You a Thermometer or a Thermostat?](https://jjdigeronimo.com/are-you-a-thermometer-or-a-thermostat/) - Are You a Thermometer or a Thermostat? I heard this question asked a few days ago and it got me to thinking about the difference between the two. A thermometer lets us know what the current temperature is. It is straight forward and merely reflects the environment that it is in. While a thermostat can - [Who is in Your Sphere of Influence?](https://jjdigeronimo.com/who-is-in-your-sphere-of-influence/) - How strong is your network? Who is in your sphere of influence and do they support your efforts to advance in your career? Picture a circle and you are in the center. Surrounding you are those that you interact with at work, within the community and as part of your friends and family network. As - [Hope is Not a Career Strategy](https://jjdigeronimo.com/hope-is-not-a-career-strategy/) - Hope is not a career strategy. Anything worth achieving is worth working for so don’t leave it to chance, be ready for the opportunity when it presents itself. Is what I have achieved the “All” I really want? Why am I here? We’ve all asked at one time or another. We begin to ask ourselves - [Creating Content to Build Your Brand](https://jjdigeronimo.com/creating-content-build-brand/) - As you look to build your brand awareness within your company and out in the industry, consider the power of creating content to share your expertise. Writing blog articles, LinkedIn articles or even books can be a great way to showcase your knowledge. Joe Pulizzi, the founder of Content Marketing Institute, is a big believer in the - [Getting Unstuck - Pursue a Dream](https://jjdigeronimo.com/getting-unstuck-pursue-a-dream/) - Feeling like you are spinning your wheels? Perhaps you would benefit from a lesson in getting unstuck. How often do you worry about things you can’t change? How frequently do you compare yourself to others who, in some cases, you don’t even intimately know? Our society encourages us to watch what other people do, care - [Life Teaches us Leadership Lessons](https://jjdigeronimo.com/life-teaches-us-leadership-lessons/) - Are you open to the leadership lessons life has to offer? Life is a teacher; we are its pupils. Whenever a challenging situation arises, I ask myself, What am I meant to learn from this? For example, I’ve learned, through multiple opportunities, to be patient with myself and others. Over and over, I’ve been tested - [Women Leaders: Are You Open to Learn?](https://jjdigeronimo.com/women-leaders-are-you-open-to-learn/) - Women leaders, how open are you to learn more about your given craft? It can be an easy trap to feel that because you have performed a certain role for a number of years that there really isn’t anything new you can learn. WayUp CEO and Google alum Liz Wessel shared one of the seven - [Accelerate Your Impact Wins Diversity Book Award](https://jjdigeronimo.com/accelerate-your-impact-wins-diversity-book-award/) - 2017 Award-Winning Business Diversity Book Helps Women Advance Their Careers Professional Playbook Offers Specific Strategies for Working Women Striving for Leadership Positions and Board Seats Professional women who aspire to advance their careers often encounter a sea of obstacles. Without a career playbook specific for women, many experience common pitfalls and corporate cultures that derail their - [What Will it Take to Make You Stay?](https://jjdigeronimo.com/will-take-make-stay/) - You are a star and yet perhaps feel like you are the only one who knows it. Do you struggle to feel appreciated and valued in your work? Are you tempted to start just going through the motions at work like so many of your peers because it doesn't appear to matter either way? You may - [Assess Your Network of Professionals](https://jjdigeronimo.com/assess-your-network-of-professionals/) - Your network, who you know and who knows you, can be the most valuable tool in your career arsenal. Yet, how often have you taken the time to assess your network for the value and support it provides? In my new book Accelerate Your Impact, I spend a bit of time talking about the power - [Dealing with Rejection at Work](https://jjdigeronimo.com/dealing-with-rejection-at-work/) - How do you handle rejection at work? Wow, this is a charged question that many associate with an emotional response. However, I have learned that "no" may really be a blessing in disguise. You've heard the adage, when one door closes, another opens, however, sometimes the door just closes. So what do you do? For - [Feminine Leadership is Fierce Grace](https://jjdigeronimo.com/feminine-leadership-fierce-grace/) - How is feminine leadership different from male leadership? And what is Fierce Grace? Lisa Marie Jenkins Transformation Consultant. Training Facilitator. Author offers insight in her article Fierce Grace - Women On the Move. "Feminine Leadership is Fierce Grace, the shift that will transform the way we all work, lead, and live." In her talk, The - [Toughing Out a Challenging Work Assignment](https://jjdigeronimo.com/toughing-challenging-work-assignment/) - Not every work assignment is joyful. Sometimes you are faced with a challenging work assignment that you fear will result in failure, termination, or demotion. However, it is how we respond to these challenging work assignments that speak to our character. Often it isn't the challenging work assignment that is stressful but rather those that - [3 Ways to More Effective Communication](https://jjdigeronimo.com/3-ways-to-more-effective-communication/) - Of all the leadership skills necessary perhaps effective communication is the most important. Being able to communicate so that peers, associates, leaders, vendors, customers and community understand is harder than you might think. In an INC article written by Alison Davis, Founder and CEO, Davis & Company, entitled Leaders: The Reason Your Communication May be Falling Short, - [Before Seeking a Business Sponsor - Know What You Want](https://jjdigeronimo.com/before-seeking-a-business-sponsor-know-what-you-want/) - You've heard the adage "you only have one chance to make a first impression." The same can be true when seeking a business sponsor to help you advance your career. That conversation you have with a business leader who might be the perfect "center of influence" for your future career journey is an important one. - [How to Handle Professional Rejection](https://jjdigeronimo.com/how-to-handle-professional-rejection/) - It isn't easy facing professional rejection; loss of a job, passed over for promotion or other work related rejections can be difficult to overcome. However, what is most important about professional rejection is the determination to get back up again as well as learning from the experience. In the Huffington Post article "How to Get - [Do Your Job Postings Sound Gender Specific?](https://jjdigeronimo.com/do-your-job-postings-sound-gender-specific/) - There is a growing awareness by company leaders for the need to recruit more female professionals however, if your job openings sound gender specific, male-oriented- you will fail to attract women candidates. 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[in-person or virtually] She provides action-based strategies to encourage young women to pursue STEM degrees with advice and guidance for - [Nurture Your Flow Retreat ~ May 1, 2022](https://jjdigeronimo.com/nurture-your-flow-retreat-may-1-2022/) - Taking the time to invest in yourself the way you invest in others is a gift only you can give yourself. Exactly ½ way through the Spring equinox and Summer solstice, May 1 is a festive day to embrace Mother Nature and all she offers. Join us for a day of celebration for where we - [Episode 16: Are You Working On Your Career? Or Only In Your Career?](https://jjdigeronimo.com/episode-16-are-you-working-on-your-career-or-only-in-your-career/) - Episode 16: Are You Working On Your Career? Or Only In Your Career? There is a difference between working on your career and working in your career.So many women who I talk to are busy working on their to-do lists, working through their calendars… and, oftentimes, it takes real discipline to step back and say, - [Episode 13: Are Your Talents Still Buried?](https://jjdigeronimo.com/episode-13-are-your-talents-still-buried/) - Episode 13: Are Your Talents Still Buried? Many of our gifts – AKA our talents and our treasure – are still buried.Buried beneath our inner voice, our schedule, how we treat ourselves, what we say yes to, and what we think is possible.So many of us forget about our knowing and connection, and lose ourselves - [Episode 14: Asking for a Raise -10 Proven Steps to Prepare](https://jjdigeronimo.com/episode-14-asking-for-a-raise-10-proven-steps-to-prepare/) - Episode 14: Asking for A Raise ~ 10 Proven Steps to Prepare Is it time to renegotiate your salary or ask for a raise?It can be intimidating – so be sure you are prepared. 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These fuel stations allow you to shift from mundane tasks and the - [Episode 8: Why Women Need Mentors & Sponsors at Work](https://jjdigeronimo.com/episode-8-why-women-need-mentors-sponsors-at-work/) - Episode 8: Why Women Need Sponsors at Work I spent over two years reading articles, white papers, and books, watching videos, and listening to podcasts to understand better why more women weren’t running departments, leading teams, or even on C-level boards.Is it that we don’t want it? 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It can - [Episode 31: Using Fear As A Force with Dawna Jones](https://jjdigeronimo.com/episode-31-using-fear-as-a-force-with-dawna-jones/) - Episode 31: Using Fear As A Force with Dawna Jones Fear drives a lot of what we do as humans. We often make decisions based on fear, and those don’t always land us in the best of spots. So, how do you use fear as something to propel you to a place of impact and - [How to Say No at Work & Life](https://jjdigeronimo.com/how-to-say-no-at-work-life/) - Episode 30: How to Say "No" at Work I know, I know it’s not easy to say no, but if you have aspirations—it’s critical that you do! You’ve got to align yourself to the right activities. If you want to have more influence and impact, you have to find time in your schedule to make - [Feeling Guilty? Tools to Manage the Guilt](https://jjdigeronimo.com/feeling-guilty-tools-to-manage-the-guilt/) - Episode 29: Feeling Guilty? 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This may seem like a silly question at some level; I’m sure you’re thinking, “Well, I’ve been doing this for five, 10, 15 years, I’d say I’m relevant.” But are you really?During crossroads in my career, the question of - [Episode 2: Aligning Your Yeses, Work, and Energy for Your Next Level of Impact](https://jjdigeronimo.com/episode-2-aligning-your-yeses-work-and-energy-for-your-next-level-of-impact/) - Episode 2: Aligning Your Yeses, Work, and Energy for Your Next Level of Impact Think about the last few times you said yes to a request that took you more than five hours to complete. How much time did you give yourself to make that decision? I have created a tool you can download below - [Episode 15: 5 Wins from Every No](https://jjdigeronimo.com/episode-15-5-wins-from-every-no/) - Episode 15: 5 Wins From Every No Collecting your noes has been an instrumental aspect of my work and my alignment in business today. 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Women leaders often get these labels even though they exhibit similar behaviors - [3 BS Blocks that are Messing With Your Career with Jill Griffin](https://jjdigeronimo.com/3-bs-blocks-that-are-messing-with-your-career-with-jill-griffin/) - Episode 48: 3 BS Blocks that are Messing With Your Career with Jill Griffin There are 3 BS (Belief Systems) blocking you between you and your next-level career. In this episode, we will discuss:Imposter Syndrome, People Pleasing, and PerfectionismThe sneaky ways these 3 BS blocks show upWhy you go from feeling good to bad so - [Resources](https://jjdigeronimo.com/career-resources/) - Resources Action-based strategies designed to help professional women move forward and create the impact they desire. The Power of No Bundle If you want to get to the next step in your career and life, you have to change how and where you spend your time each day. 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