Michelle's Seat at the Table

EP 10 - Season 1 Recap & Finale

EP 10 - Season One Finale and Recap, Lessons on Belonging and Leadership Get ready for a powerful recap of season one of Michelle Radney’s podcast, where she shares pivotal insights about readiness, authenticity, courage, and the power of community at the table. Whether you've listened to all episodes or are just catching up, this summary distills key lessons to elevate your leadership journey. Key Takeaways: * Readiness is a decision, not a feeling - make the leap. * Authenticity fuels real connection and leadership. * Courage manifests in small, consistent actions, especially when pursuing what you love. * Mindfulness is strategic, influencing leadership effectiveness. * Removing titles allows for authentic identity and potential. * Sponsorship, often overlooked, is essential for advancement—everyone should seek or offer it. * Negotiation skills can be developed, and everyone deserves to assert their value confidently. Season 1 Guests: Chef Angie Shaghaghi; Michael O'Brien; Suezette Yasim Robotham; Kimberly Hairston-Kicks; Marsha Speed Resources & Links: * Michelle Radney on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleradney] * Michelle's Season One Podcast  [https://linktr.ee/MichellesSeatattheTable] * Connect with Michelle: * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/michelles_seatatthetable/] * Email: michelle@michellesseatatthetable.com [michelle@michellesseatatthetable.com]

EP 9 - PART 2 The Art Of Negotiation: A Seat At The Table with Marsha Speed

Join me for this week for PART 2 featuring Marsha Speed, Vice President of Sales at Fisher Scientific Industrial segment directly negotiating contracts and driving strategic initiatives.   In this episode, we explore effective negotiation techniques with a focus on salary discussions, career growth, and financial literacy. Whether you're negotiating a job offer, a raise, or discussing investments, these insights will help you advocate confidently and professionally. Driven by a deep passion for financial literacy, Marsha is dedicated to helping others develop and increase their knowledge in this area.  Don’t miss the rapid-fire round at the end! Tune in for: * The importance of pausing and asking strategic questions during negotiations * How to articulate your value and align it with the company's goals * Beyond salary: negotiating benefits such as remote work and stock options * The significance of financial literacy, including stocks and retirement planning * Tips for building confidence and self-promoting without sounding boastful * How principles of negotiation apply across industries, from healthcare to real estate Share your questions or insights: michelle@michellesseatatthetable.com [michelle@michellesseatatthetable.com] Follow me on Instagram: michelles_seatatthetable [https://www.instagram.com/michelles_seatatthetable/] Follow me on LinkedIn: Michelle Radney [https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleradney]  About today's guest, Marsha Speed: Marsha is the North America Sales Vice President for the Industrial segment at Fisher Scientific.  She joined Thermo Fisher Scientific in 2019 as an Industry Director, directly negotiating contracts and driving strategic initiatives that supported customer research, quality, and chemical laboratories. Marsha brings over 30 years of experience in leadership and team-building. Her career includes more than 25 years at Grainger Industrial Supply, where she held a variety of roles with increasing responsibility, before joining Fisher Scientific. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Marketing and Management from DePaul University in Chicago, Illinois, and an MBA with a specialization in Entrepreneurship from Kennesaw State University in Atlanta, Georgia. LinkedIn: Marsha Speed [https://www.linkedin.com/in/marshaspeed2010]

EP 8 - The Art of Negotiation PART 1: A Seat At The Table with Marsha Speed

Join me for this week’s episode (part 1) featuring Marsha Speed, Vice President of Sales at Fisher Scientific Industrial segment directly negotiating contracts and driving strategic initiatives.   The conversation explores the art of negotiation and financial literacy, highlighting the challenges and strategies for successful negotiation. It also delves into the gender differences in negotiation and provides practical tips for salary negotiation and job offers. Driven by a deep passion for financial literacy, Marsha is dedicated to helping others develop and increase their knowledge in this area.  Don’t miss the rapid-fire round at the end! Takeaways: * Financial literacy is crucial for personal and professional success * Negotiation involves asking questions, understanding market intelligence, and considering non-monetary benefits Share your questions or insights: michelle@michellesseatatthetable.com [michelle@michellesseatatthetable.com] Follow me on Instagram: michelles_seatatthetable [https://www.instagram.com/michelles_seatatthetable/] Follow me on LinkedIn: Michelle Radney [https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleradney]  About today's guest, Marsha Speed: Marsha is the North America Sales Vice President for the Industrial segment at Fisher Scientific.  She joined Thermo Fisher Scientific in 2019 as an Industry Director, directly negotiating contracts and driving strategic initiatives that supported customer research, quality, and chemical laboratories. Marsha brings over 30 years of experience in leadership and team-building. Her career includes more than 25 years at Grainger Industrial Supply, where she held a variety of roles with increasing responsibility, before joining Fisher Scientific. LinkedIn: Marsha Speed [https://www.linkedin.com/in/marshaspeed2010]

EP 7 - The Power Of Mentorship: A Seat At The Table with Kimberly Hairston-Hicks

Join me for this week’s episode featuring Kimberly Hairston-Hicks, an award-winning marketing executive and the current Chief Marketing Officer at Gold Bond. Kimberly shares her inspiring journey through the beauty industry, the importance of mentorship, and her efforts to empower women of color through beauty and wellness. Discover her career insights, mentorship stories, and tips for building meaningful professional relationships. Don’t miss the rapid-fire round at the end! Tune in for: The role of mentorship and sponsorship in career development Building a brand and supporting women of color Strategies for establishing and fostering mentor-mentee relationships Kimberly's career in the beauty industry         Share your questions or insights: michelle@michellesseatatthetable.com [michelle@michellesseatatthetable.com] Follow me on Instagram: michelles_seatatthetable [https://www.instagram.com/michelles_seatatthetable/] Follow me on LinkedIn: Michelle Radney [https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleradney]  About today's guest, Kimberly Hairston-Hicks: Kimberly Hairston-Hicks is an award-winning C-suite marketing executive with 20 years of global beauty industry experience. Before joining Sanofi, she was building a new approach to beauty by shifting how the industry prioritizes the underrepresented multicultural consumer for Combs Enterprises.  Kimberly's leadership roles have spanned across renowned companies, including Coty, L'Oreal and The Coca-Cola Company. She also served as the Chief Marketing Officer for a multicultural hair-care portfolio backed by L. CATTERTON COMPANY. Guest Links: LinkedIn: Kimberly Hairston Hicks [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-hairston-hicks-bab5971a] Instagram: good beaute [https://www.instagram.com/goodbeaute/?hl=en] and  the_pause_journey [https://www.instagram.com/the_pause_journey/] TikTok: @thepausejourney

EP 6 - Mentors Give You A Map; Sponsors Give You A Seat

The conversation explores the importance of mentorship and sponsorship in career growth, highlighting the impact of sponsorship, peer mentorship, and the role of mentorship as a career GPS. It also addresses the uneven access to mentorship and sponsorship, the timing for seeking mentorship and sponsorship, and provides tips for building strong connections with mentors and sponsors. Takeaways * Importance of mentorship and sponsorship * Mentors guide — they help you know what to do. * Sponsors advocate — they help you get opportunities. * Both are essential, but they serve distinct roles. Share your questions or insights: michelle@michellesseatatthetable.com [michelle@michellesseatatthetable.com] Follow me on Instagram: michelles_seatatthetable