Find Your Path Podcast

I couldn't quite pinpoint and put into words my re-entry into the corporate world, so I thought I'd try through my poetry. Outro song: Kulu by N'Gou Bagayokowww.michellekyu.com

Introducing spoken my word poems to this podcast. Less words, more silence.Music: Prana Breathing Rythm by Sattva Doshawww.michellekyu.com

Random morning channeled thoughts from Hiriketiya, Sri Lanka.Reflecting on what it means to realize the self, to know thyself. And what it means to experience true liberation and be home with yourself.

Raw, unfiltered and real thoughts this morning from the Himalayas in Rishikesh, India. Channeled after morning meditation. Hari Om

Every once in a while, you meet someone who is living their dream life and it's absolutely captivating. I'm excited to share this conversation I had with my friend Amelia Noel - Columbia MBA and a former Wall Street Banker, turned master certified coach. Earlier this year, Amelia uprooted her life in New York City to move to Mexico City, and shares the ins and outs of her journey to get to this point. We recorded this conversation live together in Mexico City and she shares nuggets of wisdom on what it means to take aligned action, listen to your intuition, and go after it. Amelia shares practical takeaways on her decision making process and will leave you feeling inspired to tune into your inner wisdom and what you want. ------------- About AmeliaAmelia Noel is a Master Certified Coach, podcast host, corporate workshop facilitator, and creator of the Breaking Free from the Grind  1:1 coaching program. After spending over a decade of her career working on Wall Street at a top investment bank and as a global strategy consultant to Fortune 100 companies, Amelia now helps professionals working demanding corporate careers eliminate stress, self-doubt, and overworking so they can break free from the grind and create sustainable success in their careers.  Connect with Ameliawww.amelianoelcoaching.comIG: @breakingfreefromthegrindLinkedIn: Amelia Noel

Over the last few years, I've had to make some major life decisions, anywhere from deciding to leave corporate, to moving cities, to ending a marriage. Through those series of big major life decisions, I've learned to recalibrate how I approach decision making. Sometimes we get too into our heads, leaving us with a lot of decision fatigue and keeping us stuck. In this episode, I explore a more holistic, yogic way of making decisions, that moves away from cognitive / brain thinking, into incorporating our whole body intelligence in making decisions. Hopefully this episode will help those move forward in a different way. Lokah Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu 🤍 may all beings everywhere be happy and free 🕊 Follow me on social media: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.michellekyu.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/michelleyucoaching ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.linkedin.com/in/michellekyu⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Learning to master and harness the feminine and masculine energy is so critical to living a balanced life. In this episode, I talk about the different energies, why they are not gender specific, and why we naturally ebb and flow between the two. Lokah Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu 🤍 may all beings everywhere be happy and free 🕊 Follow me on social media: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.michellekyu.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/michelleyucoaching ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.linkedin.com/in/michellekyu⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Today marks 4 years post leaving my full time 9-5 job 🥳 and it's been a journey! Taking a moment to pause and reflect on my transformation, the journey it took to get here, the takeaways, learnings, failures, and everything in between. A big thank you to everyone who has played a part in my journey - you are my teachers and thank you for putting your trust in me. Lokah Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu 🤍 may all beings everywhere be happy and free 🕊 Follow me on social media: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.michellekyu.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/michelle.k.yu⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.linkedin.com/in/michellekyu⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Intro music: Modern Headspace - Step Into My Power Outro music: Marti Nikki, DJ Drez - Lokah Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu

Reflecting on all that it means to step into your truest self and honor your own unique journey. Many times we are pressured to follow what other's want of us, which prevents us from living and enduring the life we really want. Start living for yourself and get clear on what your path is. Follow me on social media: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.michellekyu.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/michelle.k.yu⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.linkedin.com/in/michellekyu⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Intro music: Modern Headspace - Step Into My Power Outro music: Marti Nikki, DJ Drez - Lokah Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu

Death is one of the biggest fears for most people, but it's also a wonderful teacher. In this episode, I share different perspectives on how we might look at death from the yogic philosophy. Death can be seen as the ending of a cycle which allows us to appreciate and become more present of the now - which then liberates us from fear. Follow me on social media: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.michellekyu.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/michelle.k.yu⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.linkedin.com/in/michellekyu⁠⁠⁠⁠ Intro music: Yearning - DJ Drez Outro music: Marti Nikki, DJ Drez - Lokah Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu

We are all wildly creative beings with the capacity to create anything that we set our minds to. But what happens when we get into a creative funk? In yogic philosophy, there is a believe that everyone is capable of accessing infinite potential (called "kundalini"). Yet many times our energy centers are blocked which makes it difficult to channel out what wants to come out. In this episode I share more about how to find flow, tap into flow, and allow ourselves to tap back into the genius state. Follow me on social media: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.michellekyu.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/michelle.k.yu⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.linkedin.com/in/michellekyu⁠⁠⁠ Intro music: Just Let Go - Tara Divina Outro music: Marti Nikki, DJ Drez - Lokah Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu Side note - my first book of poems "The Day I Left" is coming out May 12. Reserve your copy on Amazon now. https://amzn.to/3UmZa1l

Something new and different! Join me for Find Your Path's first guided meditation episode. A short 10 minute meditation to help you snap into stillness, find calm, and refresh your nervous system. Make sure you are NOT driving, seated in a comfortable seat and turn off any distractions/notifications.

My grandma passed away in February 2024, and it was a surreal life moment that solidified all my spiritual growth from the past year. I was really fortunate to have been there from the beginning to the end. Through my grandma's passing, I saw what a peaceful transition looks like, which completely rewired the way I see life and death. This episode is a tribute to her, to sharing her bravery and legacy, and to being able to amplify her story to the world. Follow me on social media: ⁠⁠⁠www.michellekyu.com⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/michelle.k.yu⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.linkedin.com/in/michellekyu⁠⁠ Intro music: Just Let Go - Tara Divina Outro music: Marti Nikki, DJ Drez - Lokah Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu

In 2023, healing was a really big priority for me, as I processed the ending of my marriage and what life 2.0 would look like. Healing has taken me to various places, from Sedona to Hawaii to Costa Rica to India. I've dabbled deep into trying various modalities of healing, including plant medicines, hypnosis, past life regressions, yoga and meditation, traditional therapy and coaching, and everything in between. Curious? I'll share sneak peeks into my journey. Anyone on the spiritual path will want to tune in. Follow me on social media: ⁠⁠www.michellekyu.com⁠⁠ ⁠⁠www.instagram.com/michelle.k.yu⁠⁠ ⁠⁠www.linkedin.com/in/michellekyu⁠ Intro music: DJ Drez - Yearning Outro music: Marti Nikki, DJ Drez - Lokah Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu

Find Your Path podcast is back, with a refreshed look and feel! 🥳 It's been about a year and a half since my last podcast episode and my time away was really intentional. It was a much needed sacred pause that allowed me to burn things down and allow myself to rebuild again. In this episode, I share all the different life changes that I've undergone on the backend (infertility, separation/divorce, solo international travels, my spiritual pilgrimage through the Himalayas, completing yoga teacher training). If you're looking for some inspiration, considering taking a sabbatical for yourself, or need a push, you'll definitely want to tune into this episode. Follow me on social media: ⁠www.michellekyu.com⁠ ⁠www.instagram.com/michelle.k.yu⁠ ⁠www.linkedin.com/in/michellekyu Intro music: DJ Drez - Yearning Outro music: Marti Nikki, DJ Drez - Lokah Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu

When it comes to getting promoted, we are sometimes so focused on hitting that goal, hitting that milestone, and wanting to get there as fast as we can that when the time finally comes and we get it, we find ourselves unsure of how to proceed. I have worked with many different clients, mentees, and individuals who have faced this situation of uncertainty when getting promoted. So, in this episode, I’m addressing this topic headfirst and giving you some practical advice. Tune in to discover 4 Steps to help you navigate this transition into a new role with confidence and make the best of your promotion. Follow me on social media: www.michellekyu.com www.instagram.com/michelle.k.yu www.linkedin.com/in/michellekyu --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michelle-k-yu/support

In our lives and in the corporate world we are conditioned to focus only on our Masculine energy and ignore or reject our Feminine energy. But what if we could let go of that and hold both sides within us, and truly experience a wider spectrum of this human emotional experience, instead of just one that we're so conditioned and comfortable with? In today’s episode, I am talking to a very special guest, Tatsuya Fushimi. He is a certified life and business coach with a focus on mindset and soul alignment. His purpose is to support others in reaching their highest potential and alignment with their truest selves. He has so much wisdom and insight for anybody looking to start a business or just going through transitions in their life and he is sharing it all with us today. Join us to find out more about finding balance within yourself and in how you lead, how to get more in tune with your soul alignment, completely rewriting your identity, leaning into your intuition, and other really juicy and deep topics that we are tackling together. Connect with Tatsu: LinkedIn Tatsuya Fushimi Instagram: @tatsuyafushimi Facebook: @tatsuya.fushimi.9 You may also want to check out his Children's books The networking platform we connected on: Lunchclub Follow me on social media: www.michellekyu.com www.instagram.com/michelle.k.yu www.linkedin.com/in/michellekyu

Today I wanted to take the time to celebrate the Find Your Path Podcast’s 50th episode milestone. When I started this podcast I knew exactly what I wanted to cover, but I didn't really have goals on where I wanted to take it next. There have been times when it felt really hard to come on the mic, when it felt super awkward or when I was just super uninspired. But, I kept going through it all and have gotten farther than I could’ve imagined. So, today we’re celebrating in style with a very special episode with the best of the Find Your Path Podcast. We have cut and highlighted different segments from some of the most popular episodes with the top tidbits just for you. Tune in and join the party! >> 50th Podcast Episode Celebration Giveaway

What does beekeeping have to do with taking calculated risks in your career? Well, believe it or not, there’s actually a lot of overlap. So, in this episode, I’m sharing with you some specific scenarios in which people commonly get stuck when they need to make a decision in their careers. As well as some tips to help you break out of your analysis paralysis, reframe your thoughts, and get over those internal hurdles that might be holding you back. >> 50th Podcast Episode Celebration Giveaway

Have you ever been the only woman or person of color in the room? Have you ever felt like you’re in an underrepresented field? Well, you’re not alone. I know there are some important and very real challenges that women, women of color, and minorities experience in the workplace. To name a few: impostor syndrome, feeling unsafe and having to work harder to get to the same place as others. But, It’s time to break up the shame, the stigma, and the loneliness. I have coached hundreds of clients that face this situation. So, in this episode, I’m sharing with you some mindset takeaways to consider, as well as some tools and skills to help you navigate being the only one who looks like you. It’s time to own up to your greatness and celebrate your uniqueness in the workplace. Follow me on social media: www.michellekyu.com www.instagram.com/michelle.k.yu www.linkedin.com/in/michellekyu --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michelle-k-yu/support

I got the inspiration to record this episode of Find Your Path because of a couple of coaching clients that have been getting sick – either with COVID or other illnesses. It became clear to me. The thoughts that were present, the actions that followed, the pressure we put on ourselves to push through and continue to work, especially if you are like a type-A high-achieving person. So, in this episode, I'm talking about working while you're sick and how we can reframe how we see working when we're not feeling the best. Follow me on social media: www.michellekyu.com www.instagram.com/michelle.k.yu www.linkedin.com/in/michellekyu

We’re deep-diving into the topic of secure and insecure leadership today. In this episode, I’ll talk about what insecure leadership and secure leadership look like, as well as signals that can help you determine if you're feeling insecure and if you're projecting that insecurity onto others. This episode will help you recognize the source of people's reactivity, whether you’re dealing with an insecure leader, and how you can move forward and better handle that situation if that’s your case. Follow me on social media: www.michellekyu.com www.instagram.com/michelle.k.yu www.linkedin.com/in/michellekyu

There's a lot of heaviness going on in the world right now – the news and the fear about where the markets are going – and I feel like most of us are just feeling exhausted like we have this huge weight on our shoulders. So, in this episode, I’m talking about mind management and how to better manage your mind especially when the markets are going crazy and organizations are starting to lay off. Follow me on social media: www.michellekyu.com www.instagram.com/michelle.k.yu www.linkedin.com/in/michellekyu

It’s been 2 years since I left a steady, full time, W2 role. I never would have imagined to be where I am today, and I’m so thankful to my former self for taking the leap. In this episode, I openly share what I’ve learned after leaving a full-time job to start my business. I address all the things I’ve had to unlearn and dissect. I openly share the behind the scenes of my journey (hint: it wasn’t all rainbows and daisies). Anyone considering going all in on themselves, taking the leap, or just curious to learn about my journey should tune in. Follow me on social media: www.michellekyu.com www.instagram.com/michelle.k.yu www.linkedin.com/in/michellekyu --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michelle-k-yu/support

Are you a generalist or a specialist? If you believe that you are a generalist, you think of yourself as the jack of all trades. On the other hand, if you’re a specialist, your niche is too narrow and you may not be able to advance in your career. These are the usual concepts that come to our minds whenever we talk about the difference between these two. What about you, are you in the middle of the trenches thinking about whether you’re a specialist or generalist or where to take your career next? In this episode, I will be talking about how to know if you’re a specialist or a generalist. I will be sharing some tips for companies to know what kind of employees they need to hire. This episode will remind you that if you’re in a limbo of deciding on whether to be a generalist or a specialist, all you need to have is the honesty within yourself to recognize what are your strengths, where you want to focus and all the other external factors which might affect you. Tune in to this episode and share it with someone who is at the crossroads of deciding whether to be a specialist or a generalist.

It’s the first anniversary of the “ Find your Path” podcast! In today’s episode, I will be unpacking this journey with you, sharing all the surprising things I’ve encountered through podcasting, what it’s taught me, and other unexpected lessons. Anyone looking to further unleash their own voice, whether it be through podcasting, writing, speaking  or other creative means, should tune in.

With “hustle culture” and expectations on “being productive,” we’ve been given messages that we need to push and work ourselves to exhaustion. Rest and slowing down is often de-emphasized in today’s overly connected world. But, what if we don’t need to work ourselves to exhaustion before we finally realize that there is a better way of doing things? What if we could take preventative steps to avoid burning out? If you are feeling like you’ve been burning the candle at both ends lately, know that you are NOT alone. In this episode, I am joined by Duncan So, co-founder of The Burnout Clinic who is an expert in workplace well-being and burnout recovery.  He also delivers clinical burnout experiences to help workplace leaders quickly recover from burnout and empower their careers. We tackle a myriad of topics ranging from what burnout really is to identifying indicators that you are experiencing burnout. We share perspectives on what organizations and individuals can do in order to prevent burnout. Join us for an enriching conversation with tangible techniques to combat these signs of burnout. Connect with Duncan LinkedIn Business Pages: Website Community Linkedin Facebook Instagram Try their 30 day Burnout Recovery Challenge and enter to win a trip to Jamaica: www.burnoutrecoverychallenge.com Follow me on social media: www.michellekyu.com www.instagram.com/michelle.k.yu www.linkedin.com/in/michellekyu --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michelle-k-yu/support --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michelle-k-yu/support

Loyalty can be a double edged sword, especially in one's career. On one hand, it can help build a sense of dedication and reputation, but on the other hand, it can stifle growth. In today’s episode, I’ll be discussing both what employees should consider when thinking about whether to stay or leave an organization, and I'll also discuss what companies and organizations can do to ensure they cultivate a space for dedication and long term focused individuals.  Tune in to this insightful episode, and share with anyone you know who might feeling at a career crossroads. Follow me on social media: www.michellekyu.com www.instagram.com/michelle.k.yu www.linkedin.com/in/michellekyu --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michelle-k-yu/support --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michelle-k-yu/support

Networking has become such a huge part of our community but some people still find it unusual and not on their radar. How about you, what do you think of networking? In today’s episode, I’ll be giving you my two cents on the world of networking and why I think it’s a good way to expand your connections. I believe it’s time to embrace the whole networking world and be part of something that will help you build your reach. Follow me on social media: www.michellekyu.com www.instagram.com/michelle.k.yu www.linkedin.com/in/michellekyu --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michelle-k-yu/support --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michelle-k-yu/support

Living in a world where productivity and to-do lists are part of our everyday lives can become exhausting. Why did career break become such a stigmatized topic in our society? How far can we keep up with this thinking and exhaust ourselves due to society’s beliefs? In today’s episode, I’ll be bringing in some awareness on the importance of career breaks in our lives. It’s time we see career breaks in a different perspective and break the limiting beliefs we have around this topic. Follow me on social media: www.michellekyu.com www.instagram.com/michelle.k.yu www.linkedin.com/in/michellekyu --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michelle-k-yu/support --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michelle-k-yu/support

What does it feel like to be living in a world where people judge you for being who you are? In this episode, I am joined by Layla Ramirez who is the Senior Program Manager, Inclusion, Diversity and Equity at Amazon Web Services to talk about a myriad of topics from making a career jump to racial injustice to shifting your mindset and many more. We’ll address important things especially with regards to owning who you are and what you can do. Follow me on social media: www.michellekyu.com www.instagram.com/michelle.k.yu www.linkedin.com/in/michellekyu --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michelle-k-yu/support

What happens if you’re a high earner and you so desperately want to seek change in your career - but feel like you can’t because of the financial benefits and comfort your current position provides? What do you do when you’re tied to the “golden handcuffs” that make it appear that anywhere else you attempt to look won’t ever match up to where you’re at currently?  In this episode, I’ll address the common limiting beliefs people have when breaking free from the golden handcuffs, along with the steps and mindset shifts to help you move forward with ease. Follow me on social media: www.michellekyu.com www.instagram.com/michelle.k.yu www.linkedin.com/in/michellekyu --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michelle-k-yu/support

Are you in career competition with your partner? Do you consciously, or maybe unconsciously, compare where you are at professionally against where your partner is? There's such a lack of literature on this topic, so I wanted to shed light on this topic, as I oftentimes see this pattern occur in my private coaching sessions. The beauty is, we have the ability and power to shift this dynamic, starting with how we see the situation.  Get in touch: www.michellekyu.com www.instagram.com/in/michellekyu www.linkedin.com/in/michellekyu

In this episode, I want to dispel the notion and perspective we have about "dream jobs." The words and language that we use matter, and by using this term, we subconsciously ascribe comparison and finality to our careers, when there's so much more fluidity than we might think. If you're beating down on yourself about not being in a "dream job" or finding yourself in a state of comparison with others about it, tune in to hear a different perspective and to help you reframe a way to look at it.   Connect with me: www.michellekyu.com www.instagram.com/michelle.k.yu www.linkedin.com/in/michellekyu

If you're finding yourself in a period at work where you're so fed up, frustrated and at the tipping point of wanting to "rage quit," listen to this episode before taking action. It's completely normal for our emotions to want to take over, but before doing anything about it, slow down, and take a moment to digest what the thoughts are and where it might be coming from. This episode will give further perspective. Follow me on social media: www.michellekyu.com www.instagram.com/michelle.k.yu www.linkedin.com/in/michellekyu

Before dropping a pretty six-figure penny on business school (or any educational degree for that matter), I want to share very openly and honestly what you will NOT learn from school. School will and WON'T teach you certain things. In my opinion, the biggest thing that's missing is learning how to brand and advocate for yourself, and manage your own mindset. Tune into today's episode for more. Stay connected: www.michellekyu.com www.linkedin.com/in/michellekyu www.instagram.com/michelle.k.yu

Let's re-think the whole "new year, new you" thing because new years resolutions tend to fail. In this episode, I go deep into how to make your new years goals stick, and the pitfalls to be aware of in order to be successful.

In my first job ever post college, I was paid $30K. After 10 years in industry, I was able to more than 10 fold my corporate salary, to an ending compensation of $340K. From $30K, to $53K, to $90K, and onwards.... I talk through all the different odds and ends I've done to get to this point, and the lessons and mindset it took to make those shifts.  I share this openly because I know that if it's possible for me, it's also possible for you. This level of abundance is available to you, and it starts with adjusting your mindset.  Here's my salary trajectory: 2006: $6.25/hour 2006-2010: $10-$12/hour 2010: $30k, this was my first ever "real job" post graduating college  2011: total comp ~$53k, inside sales job with commission.  2012: total comp $90k ($40/hour, with overtime) 2013: total comp starting $158k, ending at $178k ($120K to $130K base, with a 32% bonus) 2016: total comp $161k ($140k base with a 15% bonus) 2016-2020: $150k to $167k base, 35% bonus  2019-2020: total comp $337k ($250k base and 35% bonus - 50% raise)

For those who work in fast growth environments where change is constant, it's easy to hit periods of uncertainty in your role. If you find yourself scratching your head, asking yourself, what is my role? Or being confused because the work now seems out of the initial job description, then this episode is for you. In this episode, I talk about where the common blockages are when it comes to gaining clarity, and how to navigate forward. 

Some people have lots of internal blocks and barriers when it comes to speaking about themselves. They feel icky when talking about themselves in interviews, writing about their experience on resumes, or going up to bat for themselves during performance or promotion conversation. If you feel weird speaking about yourself in any of those situations, it comes down to the thoughts behind it. So, if this is you then this episode is for you. Let's clean up some of those thoughts, shall we? 

A recording of our webinar, "Breaking the MBA Brain," an exclusive, open and honest fireside chat with 3 ambitious career and business women. Michelle (Duke 2016), Amelia (Columbia 2019) and Sara (INSEAD 2019) will share their personal experience with their "MBA brains," and where their mindset has evolved since. In our webinar, we openly share what we've had to learn (and un-learn) through the process of leaving highly sought after industries, like consulting, private equity and tech. We also discuss our jump into entrepreneurship and how coaching has played a fundamental role. ++++ About us: Michelle Yu is a Career & Leadership Coach and HR consultant with nearly a decade of experience working in various HR and People Operations roles in Silicon Valley. She helps underrepresented individuals break through new barriers in their careers, so they can bridge the gap and shatter ceilings at work. With a deep understanding of Eastern and Western cultures, she helps individuals find their own unique style and edge, activate their voice and lead with confidence through a mindset and somatic approach. Michelle is an ICF certified coach and Duke MBA. Amelia Noel is a certified life & career coach who helps Type A, high-achieving, perfectionist brains working in finance & consulting break free from the mental grind of their careers & feel less stressed, more confident & more in control at work. A Columbia MBA who spent nearly a decade working in investment banking & consulting, Amelia uses a mindset-based approach to help clients working in highly demanding industries create careers & lives they f*cking love. Sara Lim is a certified life coach, adjunct professor, former finance minion and mother of two. She primarily works with high-performing millennial women with young children (or planning for families) who are tired of putting themselves last. She helps them gain clarity on the work-life integration they want, then take concrete steps to create it by calming their inner critic and shifting belief patterns through mindset coaching. Born and raised in Singapore and educated at UC Berkeley (US) and INSEAD (Europe), she has a deep understanding of both Western and Eastern cultures and how cultural and societal lenses impact the way we see the world. Connect with us on Instagram: @mkyu_coaching @amelianoelcoaching @saralimcoaching And on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellekyu/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/amelianoel/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/saralimyh/

Hyper growth. Blitzscaling. Growth Hacking. These are all buzzy words that we're so accustomed to hearing about - especially in Silicon Valley, where constant and continual growth is the "standard," and if we're not moving quickly, then something is wrong. But there is so much benefit in being able to slow it down, in working to build a strong foundation and in being able to re-center and calibrate. I dive deep into all the thoughts about going fast and going slow in today's episode to help you re-think the need to constantly move at 150mph. 

Excited to go deep today and talk about the gap between East-West, and something I've been chewing and sitting on for a long time now. I finally feel ready to go on the record about this topic after a lot of healing :) A pretty dense topic where I share areas that Asian Americans need to be cognizant, how they can build up that muscle and what's needed to bridge the gap in white corporate America. 

Returning to the roots of why I started this podcast (and cheers to my 25th episode!): what it means to find your path. We live in a society where we're so conditioned to gain acceptance from others, causing us to mirror or follow along what other people do because we want that sense of safety and belonging. When finding your own path, it can be painful. In this episode, I share common blockages where people fall short, and provide perspective and shifts to help you move forward.  

When was the last time you thought about your personal and professional brand? Many people give themselves plenty of reasons and excuses to avoid doing brand and identity work, getting caught up in all the small details. In this episode, I talk about the common hang ups that keep people stuck, and provide perspective shifts to get you moving forward, faster. 

Excited to have Kirsten Franklin, a recovering attorney turned transformational life and business coach, on my podcast today! Kirsten shares more about her perspective from leaving her role as a corporate attorney, to becoming an entrepreneur, coach and speaker. We go behind the hood, where Kirsten openly shares how she started her business, how she breaks barriers as the "odd man out," and the mindset behind how she keeps moving forward.  If you are curious to hear and witness what a coached mindset *truly* sounds like - tune into this episode with Kirsten.  ++++++ Kirsten Franklin is a recovering attorney turned transformational life and business coach who specializes in working with people across the globe to become at the top of their game. She has worked with top tier big 4 accounting executives, law partners, former NFL players, NBA players, real estate executives and countless business owners and entrepreneurs. One of her missions is to help millions of people recognize their true self-worth and live life by their design. She received her J.D. from St. John's University School of Law in 2001 and has studied behavioral science since 1992, including positive psychology, meditation and mindfulness, neuro-science and quantum science. Website: https://kirstenfranklin.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirsten-franklin Free FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ThriveTribeGlobal/

Why do people avoid seeking help when they need it? Where have we learned and internalized the shame of seeking help? How can people learn to move forward? In this episode, I go dive into the psychology behind it, the common misconceptions people have when seeking help, and how old beliefs often get in the way of new progress. 

We've been hearing a lot about the Great Resignation - where roughly 1/2 of employees are thinking about resigning from their jobs and employee engagement is at an all time low.  In this episode, I normalize the conversation and share different perspectives from an employee, manager, and organizational level. Bottom line - you aren't alone, and please take care of yourselves. 

My mom retired last week, after a 40 year long career working in corporate America. I can't help but share and reflect on all the different lessons and stories from her retirement, how it's affected me and my perspective of work - and also as an Asian American woman. Tribute and shout out to my mom for letting me talk about her journey and experience!

How do you get people to start caring about things in the workplace that they aren't excited about or bought into? Whether it be a bad manager, a un-collaborative team member or an organization that only cares about the money - how does one go about changing behavior? In this episode I talk about the WIFM question, and how that alone can change and shift people's way of operating. When they know what truly benefits and boomerangs back to them, they might be more incentivized to change.