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RESOURCES
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Learning Tools
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Books
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Atomic Habits by James Clear – Building better habits without burnout
Essentialism by Greg McKeown – Focusing on what truly matters
The Defining Decade by Meg Jay – Making the most of your 30s
The First 90 Days by Michael D. Watkins – Navigating career transitions
Radical Candor by Kim Scott – Leading with honesty and empathy
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Mindset: The New Psychology of Success – Carol S. Dweck
The power of a growth mindset vs. a fixed mindset.
The Mountain Is You – Brianna Wiest
Overcoming self-sabotage and embracing change.
Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance – Angela Duckworth
How resilience and passion drive long-term success.
The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck – Mark Manson
Letting go of perfectionism and prioritizing what truly matters.
Podcasts
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The Career Contessa Podcast – Career advice, job searching, leadership, and personal branding specifically for women.
Bossed Up – Hosted by Emilie Aries, this podcast covers career confidence, negotiation, and work-life balance for ambitious women.
Her First $100K – Financial Feminist – Hosted by Tori Dunlap, this podcast focuses on salary negotiation, financial literacy, and career empowerment for women.
Being Boss – For women entrepreneurs, creatives, and side hustlers looking to build confidence in business and career.
Women at Work (Harvard Business Review) – Conversations about gender dynamics in the workplace, leadership challenges, and professional development for women.
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We Can Do Hard Things – Glennon Doyle – Candid conversations about resilience, mental health, and personal growth.
The Mel Robbins Podcast – Real talk about motivation, mindset shifts, and building confidence as a woman in the workplace and beyond.
Happier with Gretchen Rubin – Strategies for creating a more fulfilling and balanced life, focusing on habits, happiness, and well-being.
She Makes Money Moves (Glamour & iHeartRadio) – A financial and career podcast tailored to millennial and Gen Z women navigating success and money.
Balanced Black Girl – Hosted by Les Alfred, this podcast centers on wellness, self-care, and career growth from a Black woman’s perspective.
Learning Tools
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Professional Development
Google Project Management: Professional Certificate – Coursera
Covers Agile, Scrum, and stakeholder management—great for transitioning into project management.
Harvard’s Rhetoric: The Art of Persuasive Writing and Public Speaking – edX
Improves communication, argumentation, and persuasion—essential for leadership roles.
Chris Voss Teaches the Art of Negotiation – MasterClass
Former FBI negotiator teaches negotiation tactics, which is useful in claims and business.
Personal Development
Developing Executive Presence – LinkedIn Learning
Focuses on confidence, leadership, and professional communication.
Time Management for Professionals – Udemy
Teaches strategies to improve focus, productivity, and time efficiency.
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Professional Development
Harvard Business Review (@HarvardBusinessReview)
Leadership strategies, management insights, and career growth.
Project Management Academy (@ProjectManagementAcademy)
Project management skills, CAPM & PMP prep, and business workflow insights.
Personal Development
TED Talks (@TED)
Inspiring talks on career growth, leadership, and self-improvement.
Ali Abdaal (@AliAbdaal)
Productivity, time management, and self-development tips.
Vanessa Van Edwards (Science of People) (@ScienceofPeople)
Body language, charisma, and effective communication.
Level Up Your Skills
Growing in your career (and life) doesn’t have to be complicated. Here are some of my go-to courses and YouTube channels for building skills in leadership, productivity, and career development. Whether you're looking to step up at work, switch paths, or just get better at what you do, these resources can help.
