Season 1

April 28, 2025

Failing Forward, Authentic Leadership, and Winning Championships with…

In this inspiring episode of She is Bossy , Clara sits down with trailblazing soccer coach Julianne Sitch — the first woman to lead a men’s team to an NCAA championship. From her early days as the only girl on an all-boys soc...

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April 14, 2025

Your Job Shouldn’t Make You Cry: Handling Toxic Work Environments

Ever felt so overwhelmed by your job that you find yourself in tears, stressed, or anxious just thinking about work? You're not alone. In this heartfelt and practical solo episode of "She is Bossy," Clara Purk dives deep into...

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March 31, 2025

Why People Pleasing is Costing You as a Manager

People pleasing might feel good in the moment—but it’s quietly chipping away at your leadership. In this solo episode of She Is Bossy , Clara gets real about the hidden cost of people pleasing at work, especially for new mana...

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March 17, 2025

Hybrid Culture, Performance Reviews, and Taking your Vacation with Dr…

In this conversation, Dr. Katie Rehnberg shares her research on hybrid meetings, the challenges they present, and insights into effective communication in the workplace. Katie also reflects on her career path, transitioning f...

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March 11, 2025

Owning Your Bossy, Facing your Fears and Getting Out of the Way with …

In this episode of She is Bossy , I sit down with Liz Tinkham—former Senior Managing Director at Accenture and a true powerhouse in the world of leadership and business. Over her 32-year career, Liz led some of Accenture’s la...

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March 4, 2025

Avoiding Priority Whiplash: 4 Steps to Set Direction for your Team

In this episode, Clara discusses the challenges new managers face, particularly the tendency to shift priorities frequently, which can lead to frustration and disengagement within teams. She provides a framework for effective...

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Feb. 24, 2025

Trusting your Gut, Having Hard Conversations, and Getting over Impost…

In this conversation, Clara Purk interviews Melissa Schoppen, a former police officer turned head of HR and eventual entrepreneur. They discuss the challenges of being a new manager, how to conquer imposter syndrome, and the ...

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Feb. 17, 2025

Ep 7: Stop Doing Someone Else's Job

In this conversation, Clara Purk addresses the challenges faced by high-performing overachievers who often take on responsibilities that are not theirs. She emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, understanding the root ...

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Feb. 10, 2025

Ep 6: How to Lean In and Learn AI with Mary Purk

In this episode of 'She Is Bossy', Clara interviews AI expert and former Executive Director of the AI Center at Wharton, Mary Purk, discussing the intersection of AI and leadership. Mary shares her career journey, emphasizing...

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Feb. 3, 2025

Ep 5: How to Get Good at Receiving Feedback

In the workplace (and, honestly, in life) receiving feedback is one of the best tools we have to learn and grow. But receiving feedback is also one of the hardest things to do well, especially when the feedback challenges our...

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Jan. 27, 2025

Ep 4: Navigating the New Manager Transition with Anna Purk

In this episode, we hear from Clara's sister, Anna Purk, a manager in healthcare strategy consulting. Clara and Anna discuss the challenges and lessons learned in transitioning to management. They explore the importance of tr...

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Jan. 20, 2025

Ep 3: Get Comfortable Being Wrong

Being wrong is inevitable! So why is it so hard to admit when we are? In this episode, I cover 3 reasons why it's important to get comfortable being wrong, 4 tips on what to do when you do make a mistake, and how to apply the...

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Jan. 13, 2025

Ep 2: 6 Steps to Coach your Team to Success

As a boss, you have a unique opportunity to coach your team and help them be more successful. Follow these six steps to effectively coach people on your team, while also making delegating and giving feedback easier for you.

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Oct. 21, 2024

Ep 1: 5 Tips for Delegation

She is Bossy is the podcast dedicated to helping you be a better boss. Listen to 5 practical tips for delegation that you can apply immediately to help you delegate better at work.

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