Career Tipper

A green dashboard doesn’t always tell the whole story. In this episode of Reading the Room, Program Manager and Mental Health Advocate Michele Badie shares five workplace practices suggestions that project professionals can use to hear what their tools can’t carry: from one standing question in the check-ins you already have, to communicating up, to leaning on your peers.One question to take with you: what’s in your next status report that came from a system, and what’s missing that only came from a person?

AI trust can split project professionals into two camps.This episode of Reading The Room season, Program Manager and Mental Health Advocate Michele Badie is talking about AI fluency and the role judgment plays in how we as project professionals actually use AI, and the one question to ask before you send the next thing it helps you draft.

Are you the one who always spots the elephant in the room your team refuses to see? Ineffective communication is the primary driver of project failure one out of every three times, according to PMI. Not the plan. Not the timeline. The communication.A new season of Career Tipper® is ready for you, Reading the Room. Episode 1: The Plan is Never the Whole Job. Identifying what's invisible in the room is the baseline. Michele is sharing four things she has learned to look for, and one question to ask before your next meeting.

What does it mean to lead with care?For project managers, the job isn’t just about charts, check-ins, and deliverables. It’s about holding space for people, emotions, and constant change. And while we often talk about productivity and performance, we don’t talk nearly enough about the mental toll of keeping everything and everyone on track.That’s why this episode of Calm In The Chaos is all about shifting the conversation. Not just how we manage stress individually but how we collectively build team cultures that prioritize well-being. Licensed therapist and workplace wellness expert Valeir Carmel Dorsainvil, will join me.Let’s talk honestly about how PMs can foster psychological safety, set healthy boundaries, and model what it means to care for ourselves and each other.Because care isn’t a bonus feature of leadership.It’s the foundation of sustainable, successful teams.

Project managers often serve as the bridge between strategy and execution, but how frequently do we talk about the emotional toll of that role? Or the mental health impact of "urgency culture" and communication breakdowns?This Calm In The Chaos episode will explore deepened conversations around wellness at work; licensed therapist Valerie Carmel Dorsainvil LCSW, who specializes in workplace wellness, and I have been reflecting on two essential themes:1. Leading in all directions—up, down, and across—while protecting team wellbeing.2. Managing time without sacrificing mental health?We welcome you to join us in conversations that need normalizing. ✔️ The real mental health impacts of poor communication✔️ How to create psychological safety across project teams✔️ Breaking free from the "always-on" mindset✔️ Recovery tips for teams already on the brink

This Calm In The Chaos episode will explore the mental health challenges of project and program management practitioners, particularly how to develop their mental wellness capacity to navigate complex projects. Joined by licensed therapist Valeris Carmel Dorsainvil LCSW, who specializes in workplace wellness, we will explore these practitioners' unique pressures and how to proactively check in on their mental well-being. This conversation offers actionable advice for project and program management professionals who want to build healthy teams by staying mentally strong and adaptable through uncertainty.

This Calm In The Chaos episode will explore the mental health challenges of project and program management practitioners, particularly how to identify signs of burnout and maintain self-care while meeting deadlines. Joined by licensed therapist Valerie Carmel Dorsainvil, who specializes in workplace wellness, we will explore these practitioners' unique pressures and how to check in on their mental well-being proactively. This conversation offers actionable advice for project and program management professionals who want to build healthy teams by recognizing signs of burnout.

This Calm In The Chaos episode will dive deep into project and program management practitioners' mental health challenges, particularly during the mid-month crunch. With constant deadlines, team dynamics, and deliverables piling up, it's easy for stress and burnout to take center stage. Joined by licensed therapist Valerie Carmel Dorsainvil LCSW, specializing in workplace wellness, we will explore project and program management practitioners' unique pressures and how to check in on their mental well-being proactively. This conversation offers actionable advice for project and program management professionals who want to build healthy teams by honoring psychological safety.

In this Calm In The Chaos episode, we dove deep into project management practitioners' mental health challenges, particularly during the mid-month crunch. With constant deadlines, team dynamics, and deliverables piling up, it's easy for stress and burnout to take center stage. Joined by licensed therapist Valerie Carmel Dorsainvil LCSW, specializing in workplace wellness, we explored project management practitioners' unique pressures and how to proactively check in on their mental well-being. From recognizing early signs of burnout to practical tips for setting boundaries and fostering resilience, this conversation offers actionable advice for project management professionals who want to balance productivity with peace of mind. Whether leading a high-stakes project or simply navigating daily work stress, this episode reminds you to pause, reflect, and prioritize yourself.Episode Notes:[00:00 - 01:56]: Intros and the "why" behind the launch of the mid-month wellness check-in series for pr

Evolving to your professional best is a journey that will lead many of us to assess the need to honor your mental wellness. Mental wellness awareness is year-round, and small actions can ignite transformation to take better care of ourselves. Many professionals actively seek ways to manage compassion fatigue, preserving their ability to provide compassionate care while safeguarding their well-being. Natasha is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the states of Florida, Oregon, and Washington, a Florida Qualified Supervisor, a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC), a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), a Certified Compassion Fatigue Professional (CCFP), a Compassion Fatigue Educator and a Certified Forward Facing Professional Resilience Coach and Consultant. She received her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Argosy University, Sarasota. She is the Clinical Director of Lakewood Residential Treatment Center and the owner of D'Arcangelo Counseling & Consulting, LLC

Evolving to your professional best is a journey that will lead many of us to assess the need to honor your mental wellness. Mental wellness awareness is year-round, and small actions can ignite transformation to take better care of ourselves. Determining a pattern of how to prioritize self-awareness, practicing mindfulness to foster a growth mindset that supports setting meaningful goals, and engaging in positive self-talk is a journey that may require a few reboots. We must work to celebrate our efforts to care for ourselves consistently. Valerie Carmel Dorsainvil is next up in the series, discussing mindful evolution. Valerie Carmel Dorsainvil, LCSW, CCTP, is adding her insight to the series by discussing the importance of building a healthy relationship with yourself. When you're as passionate and knowledgeable as Valerie Carmel Dorsainvil, guiding high-achieving Black women's stress and trauma to their highest selves is all in a day's work. As a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and found

Evolving to your professional best is a journey that will lead many of us to assess the need to honor your mental wellness. Mental wellness awareness is year-round, and small actions can ignite transformation to take better care of ourselves. Treating ourselves like a priority and having a healthy relationship with ourselves can sometimes be challenging for various reasons. Sometimes, embarking on or reconnecting to therapy can be a good investment of our time and resources with an ROI of next-level self-care we're each worthy of experiencing.Dr. Rhonda Baker, M.A., LMFT, is adding her insight to the series by discussing the importance of building a healthy relationship with yourself. Dr. Baker is a pioneer in human services—a highly sought-after professional who has created a humanitarian impact for over 25 years. As a licensed marriage and family therapist, Dr. Baker diligently assists couples and communities in navigating relationship challenges through the Art of DismantlingTM communication barriers.

Evolving to your professional best is a journey that will lead many of us to assess the need to honor your mental wellness. Mental wellness awareness is year-round, and small actions can ignite transformation to take better care of ourselves. As we navigate the ebbs and flows of our careers, we sometimes need to heal from career grief, perceived lost opportunities, unexpected life events, overcome self-doubt, and dismiss the imposter syndrome.Caitlin Magidson, NCC, LCPC is kicking off the series by discussing Well-being in Life & Career. Caitlin integrates her mental health counseling and coaching specialties as she guides clients through personal and professional life transitions to enhance their overall well-being. Caitlin previously worked as the Assistant Director of Coaching & Education at the Johns Hopkins Carey Business School. She has coached executive leaders through Hopkins’ Academy for Women and Leadership and The Academy for Health Care Leadership and Management. Show Notes:[00:29]:  Miche

The Skills Recharged® conversation recently continued during the Add Your S.A.U.C.E. episode on my podcast, Career Tipper®. S.A.U.C.E is my latest professional development acronym to help professionals like yourself keep their skills recharged, competitive, and hire-ready. #ProfessionalDevelopment In this bonus video, I'm providing more information on E in S.A.U.C.E on exploring opportunities beyond your comfort zone, including insight from David Tann, the Founder and Creative Director of Tantrum Agency. #SkillsRecharged --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/career-tipper/support

S.A.U.C.E. episode on my podcast, Career Tipper®. S.A.U.C.E is my latest professional development acronym to help professionals like yourself to keep their skills recharged, competitive, and hire-ready. #ProfessionalDevelopment Michele provides more information on C in S.A.U.C.E on communicating your value, including insight from Career Coach, Cathy Francois in this bonus video. #SkillsRecharged --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/career-tipper/support

S.A.U.C.E. episode on my podcast, Career Tipper®. S.A.U.C.E is my latest professional development acronym to help professionals like yourself to keep their skills recharged, competitive, and hire-ready. #ProfessionalDevelopment Michele provideds more information on U in S.A.U.C.E on understanding your niche, including insight from Former Accountant and Investment Banker, Dalan Vanterpool in this bonus video. #SkillsRecharged --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/career-tipper/support

The Skills Recharged® conversation recently continued during the Add Your S.A.U.C.E. episode on the Career Tipper® podcast. S.A.U.C.E is Michele's latest professional development acronym to help professionals like yourself keep their skills recharged, competitive, and hire-ready. #ProfessionalDevelopment In this bonus video, Michele provides more information on A in S.A.U.C.E on assessing your skills that center around transferable skills, including insight from Agile Coach Stella Ihenacho. #SkillsRecharged --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/career-tipper/support

S.A.U.C.E is Michele's latest professional development acronym to help professionals like yourself to keep their skills recharged, competitive, and hire-ready. The Skills Recharged® conversation recently continued during the Add Your S.A.U.C.E. episode on my podcast, Career Tipper®. In this video, Michele provides more information on S in S.A.U.C.E on strategizing your money line alignment in this bonus video based on No Boss, Only Clients written by the former accountant and investment banker Dalan Vanterpool. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/career-tipper/support

The Skills Recharged conversation continues on the Career Tipper podcast, with Michele encouraging and guiding listeners to add their sauce when promoting and sharing their skills in the workplace and their businesses. Check out this episode, where she shares her latest professional development strategy, Add Your S.A.U.C.E., full of expert advice clips, friendly reminders, and insight to help listeners continue to evolve to their professional best while keeping their skills recharged, competitive, and hire-ready on an ongoing basis. Show Notes: [00:07] Michele shares her professional development journey. [01:38] Michele introduces and explains her latest professional development strategy, Add Your S.A.U.C.E. [04:20] S - Strategize your alignment with the money line breakdown [9:20] A - Assess your skills [15:10] U - Understand Your Niche [19:55] C - Communicate Your Value [25:19] E - Explore Opportunities Beyond Your Comfort Zone --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/career-t

Ladies, financial empowerment is an ongoing conversation that helps us evolve to our professional best. Michele Badie hosts the Career Tipper podcast and is a Women On The Rise International board member. She and the Founder of Women On The Rise International (WOTR), Arelene Blake discussed the Educated & Broke™️ program during a financial empowerment special edition episode. WOTR is educating women on developing tactical strategies to earn more money, know their worth, budget, save, pay off debt, invest, start a business and provide a legacy for their families.   [00:03] Intros and Arlene shares an overview of Women On The Rise International (WOTR).   [03:37] Arlene shares her vision for the financial empowerment programming, Educated & Broke™ (E&B)  [06:29] Michele shares her journey of supporting E&B and becoming a member of the board.   [8:00] Arlene talks about the importance of being a part of a community-based organization and a program like E&B.    [11