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What would happen if your name came up in a budget meeting tomorrow?

Would they fight to keep you or quietly move on?

In this episode, Dr. Heather Walker asks the tough question every professional should be prepared to answer: Can they (your manager and others) clearly explain your value in just a few words?

Whether you’re aiming for promotion or just job security in a tough market, this episode is your call to get visible, get intentional, and start advocating for yourself in ways that actually resonate.

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Ever feel like your hard work is hiding in plain sight? You're delivering great results, but somehow, you're still not getting the recognition or opportunities you deserve?

In this candid episode, Dr. Heather Walker shares her personal journey from being overlooked to standing out online. You'll discover why traditional advice like “keep your head down and do your job” isn't always the path to recognition and growth. Learn practical strategies to elevate your digital footprint, optimize your online presence, and navigate the AI gatekeepers that shape today's hiring and promotion landscape.

Ready to get noticed for the incredible work you do? Tune in and learn how to leverage your online presence to open doors.

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Layoffs are tough whether you’ve been personally affected or you’re supporting someone going through it. In this episode of Lead with Levity, we unpack the 10 most common challenges people face after a layoff and 10 hidden opportunities. You'll also find practical advice on how to support friends or loved ones experiencing job loss with empathy, respect, and real care.

For deeper support, check out the Career Currency Roadmap. It's a powerful bundle of tools designed to help you rebuild clarity and confidence in your career journey.

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Layoff anxiety is real and so very common right now. In this episode of the Lead with Levity Podcast, Dr. Heather Walker offers grounded guidance for professionals who are still employed but feeling the pressure of uncertainty.

If your workload has doubled, your role has shifted, or your instincts are telling you something isn’t right, this episode is for you.

You’ll learn to recognize the early signs of layoffs, understand how survival mode hijacks your decision-making, and explore whether it's time to stay, shift, or step into something new. We wrap with a personal mantra to carry you through moments of doubt, and a powerful resource to help you reclaim your clarity.

Want to take the next step with intention? Grab the Clarity Compass inside the Career Currency Roadmap here.

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Ever felt like the more you grow, the more people pull away? Like your rise somehow makes you “too much”?

In this final episode of our 4-part series on building the support you deserve, Dr. Heather Walker breaks down the “Pet to Threat” phenomenon and what to do when excellence starts to isolate you.

Learn how to turn the tension into trust, shift perception without shrinking, and build relationship equity that protects your power. You’ll walk away with practical conversation starters, a reflection exercise, and a pact to move forward with integrity, clarity, and connection.

And, when you're ready to map out your support system, grab the Career Currency Roadmap Bundle to get the Support Network Map and more tools designed to help you rise with people, not in spite of them.

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Have you ever walked into a meeting fully prepared, only to realize the decision was already made without you?

You're not alone.

In this episode, we're pulling back the curtain on the hidden dynamics of workplace power plays. You'll meet Rachel, a talented leader blindsided by decisions made behind closed doors, and Jack, who feels invisible despite putting in the work.

Together, we'll break down why simply doing good work isn't enough and how you can proactively shape conversations and secure buy-in before the meeting even starts.

You'll learn:

• Red flags you're being shut out of important conversations
• How to identify and connect with key influencers early
• Practical steps for securing allies and building your inner circle
• How to position your ideas so they're impossible to ignore

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What if leadership wasn’t about your title, but about the energy you bring into every room? In this episode, Dr. Heather Walker sits down with Tonya Kay Herb -- CEO, coach, and founder of Outspoken - to explore how redefining leadership starts with reclaiming kindness, starting with yourself.

Tonya shares her signature BIKE framework (Be You, Insight, Kindness, Engage), a soulful and science-backed approach to showing up with purpose and presence in every area of life. You’ll hear how a forgotten bicycle turned into a powerful coaching tool - and why the voice in your head might just need a hug.

If you’ve ever struggled with imposter syndrome, burnout, or that nagging inner critic, this episode offers the tools - and the mindset shift - you didn’t know you needed.

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Ever feel like you're doing everything right at work but still not getting the recognition, resources, or results you deserve? You’re not alone—and you’re not crazy.

In this powerful kickoff to a 4-part series, Dr. Heather Walker breaks down the 5 types of people every professional needs in their corner to grow, thrive, and finally stop operating in isolation. You’ll also hear Heather’s personal story of stepping into leadership without the support she truly needed—and what she wishes she had known earlier.

This episode is for you if:

• You find yourself having to figure things out on your own.
• You lead a team but feel disconnected or under-supported.
• You want to get ahead without losing yourself in the process.

Stay tuned for Part 2: “Hidden Power Moves Happening Behind Closed Doors (That You Can’t Afford to Ignore).”

Mentioned in this episode:

• Why high performers still get shut out
• How to evaluate your current network
• The real reason some people seem to “coast” into promotions
• How to stop playing the game alone

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