The Corporate Burnouts Podcast

If You Had to Start Over Tomorrow, Would You?

What would you actually do if you woke up tomorrow with all your skills, experience, and wisdom, but zero network, zero reputation, and zero job or clients? That's the question driving this week's episode of The Corporate Burnouts. The Mandys get into it: the soft skills that outlast any job title, why your career path is probably circumstance, not intention, and what it really means to redefine success on your own terms. Plus: Mandy Holt's unexpected obsession with hibiscus plants, Mandy Alt's townhouse sale saga, the difference between working for something and fighting for it, and why so many of us feel trapped by a degree or a title we worked hard to earn. They close with a challenge: do a lifestyle audit. Ask yourself the hard question and stop waiting for a catastrophe to give yourself permission. 📩 Share what YOU would do: hello@thecorporateburnouts.com [hello@thecorporateburnouts.com]

Leadership Coaching Secrets Every Woman Should Know

Why High-Achieving Women Get Stuck — and How to Break Free | Ep. 68 with Ali Carson If you've ever felt stuck in your career, burned out from chasing the wrong version of success, or like you're getting in your own way, this episode is for you. We're joined by Ali Carson, MBA, ACC, Gallup certified strengths coach, brain-based coach, two-time #1 international bestselling author, and founder of Movere Coaching. With 20+ years in HR and leadership development, Ali helps high-achieving women unlock their strengths and lead with authenticity. In this episode, we dig into:✔️ Why high-achieving women are often the last to recognize when they're stuck✔️ The hidden habits holding women back and the books that expose them✔️ How redefining success changed everything for Ali (and can for you too)✔️ Limiting beliefs: what they are, where they come from, and how to release them✔️ The "implementation intentions" strategy that makes change actually stick✔️ Why accountability is the missing piece most people ignore✔️ Ali's Rise & Thrive group coaching program and why community matters in growth Ali's story — from small-town Missouri to building her own coaching business after losing both parents and walking away from burnout — is raw, real, and deeply relatable. Whether you're still in corporate or building something of your own, this episode will help you stop letting yourself get in your own way. 🔗 Find Ali Carson: - Website - https://moverecoaching.com/ [https://moverecoaching.com/] - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/moverecoaching/ [https://www.instagram.com/moverecoaching/] - LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/movere-coaching [https://www.linkedin.com/company/movere-coaching] - Links to books she is a part of - https://bit.ly/4olVY4H [https://bit.ly/4olVY4H] & https://bit.ly/49VJStk [https://bit.ly/49VJStk]

Imposter Syndrome Is Lying To You

Ever felt like you've "tricked" everyone into thinking you belong? Yeah, us too. In Episode 67, both Mandys get real about imposter syndrome: what it actually feels like, why it hits hardest when you're leveling up, and why the goal was never to get rid of it. From Mandy Holt sitting in a boardroom at a multi-billion dollar company thinking "I have done it, I have screwed myself", to Mandy Alt pouring foamy beers as a brand new bartender, we've both been there. We talk about why imposter syndrome is actually a signal (not a stop sign), how to borrow confidence from the people around you, and why "ready" is a decision, not a feeling. Plus, college tours, early graduation drama, camper rentals, and a Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead reference you didn't know you needed. Topics: imposter syndrome, women in business, career growth, self-doubt, mindset, entrepreneurship, burnout recovery, personal development

You Are Not A Victim Of Corporate Life

You are not a victim of your corporate life and this episode is your wake-up call. In Episode 66, both Mandys get real about one of the most uncomfortable truths in burnout recovery: personal responsibility. After 65 episodes of unpacking toxic workplaces, bad bosses, and burnout, they're turning the mirror around on themselves and on you. They dig into why so many of us stay stuck in jobs we hate, and it's not just the health insurance. It's fear. It's comfort. It's a corporate identity we've built our entire self-worth around. It's the "frog in the pot" effect and the complaining circles that keep us boiling. This episode covers: * Why you're not a victim (even when it really feels like you are) * The "frog in the pot" theory and how corporate life slowly normalizes the unbearable * Professional codependency — and why loyalty to your boss isn't a reason to stay * The "choose your hard" mindset shift that changes everything * The questions you need to ask yourself if you're ready to explore what's next Plus, a reference back to their episode with Rachel Zimmerman on health insurance options outside of corporate, and a sneak peek at next week's topic: imposter syndrome. If you've ever told yourself "I can't leave" , this one's for you.

Quitting Corporate? Let's Talk About Health Insurance!

Confused about health insurance after leaving corporate? You're not alone. In this episode, we sit down with Rachel Zimmerman, an independent employee benefits broker with 15+ years of experience helping small businesses and individuals navigate the world of health insurance. Whether you're leaving a 9-to-5, starting a business, or just trying to make sense of the marketplace, this episode is your cheat sheet. We cover: * The Affordable Care Act (ACA) explained in plain English * How tax credits work and who actually qualifies * Why you need a marketplace local broker, not an 800 number * The difference between marketplace plans and employer group plans * Missouri's Chamber Benefit Plan (and how to find something similar in your state) * Prescriptions, networks, and the questions most people forget to ask Rachel also shares the story behind her women's scuba diving club, Midwest Mermaids Scuba, and her brand-new podcast, Dive Like a Girl, launching June 1st. This one is packed with real, actionable information that could change how you think about your coverage and maybe even give you the permission you need to take the leap. How to find Rachel: Instagram - @midwestmermaidsscuba / @thehealthinsurancelady Websites - https://zimmermanbenefits.com/ [https://zimmermanbenefits.com/] & https://midwestmermaids.com/ [https://midwestmermaids.com/]