Work Unscripted

You might have an employee who is brilliant, creative, fast, intuitive, and full of potential, and you might be managing them in a way that quietly makes it harder for them to succeed. In this solo episode of Work Unscripted, part of the Neurodivergence at Work series for ADHD Awareness Month, Marlo Lyons shares a practical guide for managers who want to better support employees with ADHD, executive function challenges, or simply diffe rent ways of working. A manager’s job isn’t to figu...

What if ADHD is not the full story? In this episode of Work Unscripted, Marlo Lyons sits down with Otto Siegel, a Genius Coach and expert in helping people decode and activate their innate brilliance. Otto has spent more than 20 years researching and practicing a non-medical approach to moving beyond ADHD, anxiety, and the feeling of “not enough” by helping people understand how they are uniquely wired. Marlo and Otto dig into what happens when brilliant people spend their lives trying to fit...

Moving too fast. Talking too much. Being too intense. Being “too emotional.” For years, Marlo Lyons heard versions of that feedback at work. She tried to make sense of it the only way she knew how: by pushing harder, masking more, and trying to become easier for other people to understand. In this personal episode of Work Unscripted, Marlo opens up about being diagnosed later in life with AuDHD, meaning both autism and ADHD. She shares what that diagnosis finally helped her understand about h...

You finally work up the courage to tell your boss something you are still trying to understand about yourself. They listen. They might even say, “I appreciate you trusting me with this.” Then they tell someone else. In this solo episode of Work Unscripted, Marlo Lyons talks about one of the most damaging leadership failures: creating a safe space, then failing to hold it. Psychological safety at work has two parts: inviting honest conversations and protecting what an employee trusted yo...

Everyone is the hero of their own story. But we don’t always want to admit: sometimes, we may be the obstacle in someone else’s. In this episode of Work Unscripted, Marlo Lyons sits down with storyteller, keynote speaker, and storytelling strategist Valerie Gordon to talk about why people misunderstand each other at work, at home, and in the stories we tell ourselves. Valerie spent more than two decades telling stories on television before turning that same lens toward real life, career growt...

What if the role you worked your whole career toward is actually the wrong destination? In this solo episode of Work Unscripted, Marlo Lyons shares a personal story about turning down a role that looked like the next obvious career move, and why saying no became one of the most important decisions of her career. This episode is about career alignment, values, leadership fit, and why the most strategic thing you can do sometimes is walk away from the thing everyone expects you to say yes to.&n...

Some leaders communicate beautifully when the environment is controlled. But then the stakes shift and suddenly, the clarity, authority, and confidence they had in rehearsal starts to collapse. In this episode of Work Unscripted, Marlo Lyons sits down with executive presence coach Kathryn Janicek to talk about why executive presence breaks down in high-pressure moments, and how leaders can rebuild it in real time. As former TV news reporters, Marlo and Kathryn both understand what it means to...

There are people waiting for their boss to care about their career more than they do. Pause on that. In this Cracking the Code episode of Work Unscripted, Marlo Lyons calls out the permission trap: the career pattern where people wait to be noticed, developed, promoted, sponsored, or picked before they take ownership of their own growth. Your manager may care about you. But your manager is not your career coach. They are managing a team, hitting goals, sitting in meetings, and putting out fir...

Senior women in leadership are often surrounded by people and still completely alone. It is one of the least talked about realities of making it to the top. And Sirisha “Siri” Swahari decided to stop waiting for someone to fix it. In this episode of Work Unscripted, host Marlo Lyons talks with Sirisha “Siri” Swahari, executive leader and founder of Women Executives Circle, about leadership loneliness, peer community and what it actually looks like to build a space where senior women can...

Stop calling yourself a perfectionist like it’s a compliment. Perfectionism is not a personality trait, or a strength in disguise. It is fear with a really good publicist. In this solo episode of Work Unscripted, Marlo Lyons, executive coach and workplace strategist, calls out the version of perfectionism so many high achievers wear like a badge. It’s the kind that keeps the draft unfinished, the idea unshared, the business unstarted, the post unpublished, and the conversation delayed. Becaus...

Confidence matters. But does confidence alone move your career forward? In this episode of Work Unscripted, Marlo Lyons sits down with Kirsteen Williamson-Guinn, founder of Elevate Women, to talk about what it really takes for women to grow, lead, and future-proof their career advancement in high-pressure, political workplaces. After 32 years in banking, including senior leadership in a male-dominated environment, Kirsteen knows what it feels like to perform, push, navigate politics, and slow...

HR works for the company, not for you. Have you ever walked into HR thinking, “Finally. Someone is going to listen. Someone is going to help.” And then nothing changed, or things got worse. In this solo episode of Work Unscripted, Marlo Lyons breaks the code on what HR is really designed to do, and why employees need to stop confusing HR with personal advocacy. HR may listen, investigate, and say they are taking things seriously, but at the end of the day, HR works for the company. And if you...

Using AI once in a while is not the same as changing how you work. In this episode of Work Unscripted, executive coach Marlo Lyons talks with AI product leader Tatsiana Maskalevich about how to move beyond one-off chatbot prompts and start thinking in terms of compounding AI workflows. AI is changing how work gets done, how leaders make decisions, and how professionals stay valuable in a rapidly shifting workplace. Marlo and Tatsiana talk about the fear of AI taking jobs and why collaboration...

Your boss may know things about the future of your job long before you do. A reorganization. A budget cut. A project ending. Even layoffs. And still, they have to walk into meetings, look everyone in the eye, and act completely normal. In this Cracking the Code episode of Work Unscripted, Marlo Lyons explores the emotional labor and the hidden cost of leadership: the invisible work leaders do to manage pressure, protect their teams, navigate competing priorities, and carry information they ca...

In executive search, by the time a senior leadership role is posted, the conversation may already be well underway. Search firms are building lists. Boards are asking who they trust. Decision-makers are comparing reputations. And leaders are being discussed in rooms they may not even know they’re in. In this episode of Work Unscripted, Marlo Lyons sits down with executive search leaders with Neill Marshall and Kurt Mosley HealthSearch Partners, who executive search leaders with more than thir...

Most leaders are trained to have answers. But the best leaders know when to ask questions instead. What would happen if, for the next 30 days, you stopped giving answers and only asked questions? In this Cracking the Code episode of Work Unscripted, Marlo Lyons challenges leaders to try a simple but uncomfortable leadership experiment: stop fixing, stop directing, stop jumping in with the answer, and start leading with questions. Most leaders think their job is to solve problems quickly. But ...

Networking can feel awkward, transactional, and exhausting, especially if you’re an introvert. So how do introverts network without feeling fake, forced or drained? In this episode of Work Unscripted, Marlo Lyons talks with speaker, coach, and author Stephanie Thoma about how introverts can build real professional relationships, speak up with more confidence, and create career visibility without losing themselves in the process. Author of The Confident Introvert, Stephanie shares practi...

What do you do when your boss clearly doesn’t have your back? Maybe they talk badly about you to others. Maybe they develop your peers but not you. Maybe decisions are being made about your career in rooms you’re not invited to. Or maybe it’s not subtle at all and you know exactly where you stand. In this Cracking the Code episode of Work Unscripted, Marlo Lyons breaks down what to do when your boss doesn’t support you, advocate for you, or give you the constructive feedback you need to grow ...

What do you do when everything falls apart? Your marriage, your finances, your business, your sense of self? In this episode of Work Unscripted, Marlo Lyons sits down with travel entrepreneur Tammy Levent for one of the most honest, raw, and inspiring conversations about resilience, reinvention, and starting over without letting fear lead. Tammy has built a $100M travel empire, pioneered destination weddings as a business model, and survived an armed robbery, major debt, life-threatenin...

Kids in the summer understand something most adults at work have forgotten: curiosity creates momentum. They try things. Change the rules. Build, fail, pivot, and try again. Meanwhile, adults overthink, over-polish, and wait until everything is “perfect” before speaking up or taking action. And that perfectionism? It may look professional, but it often kills innovation. In this Cracking the Code episode of Work Unscripted, Marlo Lyons breaks down why curiosity beats perfectionism at work, wha...

Work moves fast. We optimize for speed, efficiency, tools, and output, but somehow, a lot of people feel more disconnected than ever. In this episode of Work Unscripted, host Marlo Lyons sits down with workplace connection expert Cassandra Thompson to talk about why genuine relationships are the key to employee engagement, trust and career growth. This conversation goes way beyond surface-level networking and awkward LinkedIn messages. Marlo and Cassandra break down how real connection builds...

Can a work friendship quietly become a career liability? When workplace friendships collide with power, what once felt like casual conversation can quickly become complicated…and costly In this Cracking the Code episode of Work Unscripted, Marlo Lyons breaks down the hidden career risks of workplace friendships, especially when one person gets promoted and suddenly becomes the boss. In this episode, you'll learn: Why workplace friendships shift after a promotion, even when your intentio...

What if the next promotion, the bigger paycheck, or the better title still doesn’t make you happy? If success feels empty, you may be caught in achievement addiction – the cycle of chasing external milestones, titles, and validation that never actually delivers lasting fulfillment. In this episode of Work Unscripted, Marlo Lyons sits down with executive and life coach Trixi Tschiedel Menhardt to unpack why so many high achievers feel restless, depleted and disconnected, enen when they ...

Two small words you use every day may be quietly damaging your workplace relationships: why and should. In leadership conversations, feedback moments, and everyday team communication, these common words often land differently than intended, triggering defensiveness, shame and disconnection instead of clarity and collaboration. "Why did you do that?" can sound like an interrogation. "You should have handled it differently" can sound like judgment. And when people feel accused or shamed, they s...

Most workplace conflict isn’t about strategy, performance, or communication. It’s about broken trust. In this episode of Work Unscripted, Marlo Lyons sits down with researchers and authors Michelle and Dennis Reina who have spent 30+ years studying how trust is built, broken, and rebuilt in organizations. Michelle and Dennis break down the three essential dimensions of trust: character, communication, and capability. And more importantly, what happens when each one beaks down. In this convers...

Building emotional resilience starts with one mindset shift and it works even in the middle of chaos. What’s your first thought when something goes wrong? Do you ask, “Why is this happening to me?” Or… something more empowering? In this Cracking the Code episode of Work Unscripted, Marlo Lyons breaks down one of the most powerful mindset shifts you can make to build emotional resilience, self-trust, and confidence, especially in high-stress moments. Through a real-life story (flat tire, tech ...

Let’s talk about money. It’s the thing we all think about… but rarely talk about honestly. In this episode of Work Unscripted, Marlo Lyons sits down with career and life coach Wendy Sterling to unpack the deeper forces shaping how we earn, spend, and experience wealth, way beyond budgets, strategies, and spreadsheets. Because here’s the truth: most high-achieving professionals aren’t stuck because they don’t work hard enough. They’re stuck because they’re operating from hustle culture, money ...

“Executive presence.” It’s the feedback everyone gets and no one can clearly define. In this Cracking the Code mini episode of Work Unscripted, Marlo Lyons breaks down what executive presence actually means, why so much of the feedback around it is vague, biased, and frustrating and what behavioral science says you can actually do about it. Marlo challenges the traditional narrative and reframes executive presence as your ability to create confidence, clarity, and trust in high-stakes environ...

You can be successful… and still be completely exhausted. In fact, for many high-achieving leaders, that’s exactly what’s happening. As we head into Q2, the pace picks up, the pressure builds, and for a lot of professionals, stress, burnout, and reactivity start to feel like the norm. In this episode of Work Unscripted, host Marlo Lyons sits down with coach Margo Boster to talk about what it really means to be “successfully exhausted” and why so many high performers don’t recognize it until t...

Ever gotten feedback that worked… for about three days? In this Cracking the Code mini episode of Work Unscripted, Marlo Lyons breaks down why most workplace feedback doesn’t lead to lasting change and what actually does. Drawing on behavioral science and real workplace dynamics, Marlo unpacks why feedback often fades fast and inevitably triggers defensiveness, confusion, or short-term compliance instead of real growth. And more importantly, she gives you a clear, practical framework to turn ...

Too many people are doing their jobs and doing them well… and wondering why it’s not enough. In a workplace shaped by layoffs, stalled hiring, burnout, and limited development opportunities, simply “doing your job well” is no longer a strategy for career growth. In this episode of Work Unscripted, executive coach Marlo Lyons sits down with HR executive and gamification expert Casey Webster to explore what it really means to think like a CEO, no matter your role or level. Marlo and Casey talk ...

Feeling stuck in your career? Thinking about quitting your job? Telling yourself you want more…but not sure what that actually means? In this Cracking the Code episode of Work Unscripted, executive coach Marlo Lyons challenges the story you tell yourself: What you want isn’t always what you need. You may think you want: A new jobA promotionMore moneyLess stressMore autonomyBut what you actually need is clarity, alignment, courage and space to reflect. This episode explores w...

What if leadership isn’t about influence at all? In this episode of Work Unscripted, host Marlo Lyons sits down with researcher and leadership expert Dr. Jacob Kashiwagi to explore a radically different leadership philosophy: “no influence leadership.” Instead of persuading, motivating, or trying to change people, Dr. Kashiwagi argues that great leaders focus on something much simpler and much harder: understanding people and aligning them in the right roles to succeed. Their conversation cha...

Congratulations, you’ve been promoted! New title. Bigger paycheck. Maybe even that LinkedIn “I got promoted” announcement. Now what? In this episode of Work Unscripted, Marlo Lyons cracks the code on what really happens after a promotion and why the fastest way to fail in your new role is to keep doing your old job. Because a promotion isn’t a reward. It’s a reset. Whether you’re early in your career navigating your first leadership role, a mid-career professional struggling to let go of bein...

If the phrase “sell yourself” makes you cringe… this episode is for you. In this episode, executive coach Marlo Lyons sits down with visibility strategist Chardét Ryel to unpack a skill most professionals avoid but desperately need: authentic self-promotion. Whether you’re pursuing a promotion, navigating a job search, building a business, or stepping into greater leadership visibility, you are pitching yourself every single day. The problem? Most people either overperform, underplay, or comp...

Have you ever received feedback at work that made you question your entire career? In this episode of Work Unscripted, Marlo Lyons cracks the code on five cryptic feedback phrases that derail high performers and shows you exactly how to translate them into actionable career growth. This is your guide to: Developing emotional intelligence and empathy in the workplaceTurning vague performance review comments into clear next stepsImproving stakeholder alignment, collaboration, and executive pres...

Board seats aren’t reserved for a lucky few, but they are reserved for leaders who understand the game. In this episode of Work Unscripted, executive coach Marlo Lyons sits down with board career expert and co-author Naomi Kent to unpack their new book, Wanted: A Board Career, and break down what it really takes to build a meaningful, strategic board portfolio. This is not a job search. And treating it like one is the biggest mistake executives make. Together, Marlo and Naomi walk through the...

Most executives think they’re one promotion away from the C-suite and C-suite leaders think they're one step away from a board seat. They’re not. They’re one mindset shift away and most never make it. In reality, moving up the corporate ladder into the C-suite or onto a board requires an entirely different way of thinking. In this Cracking the Code mini episode of Work Unscripted, Marlo Lyons breaks down the critical mindset shift required to move from executive operator to strategic le...

What needs to change for you to level up as a leader, and why do so many high performers get stuck right before promotion? In this episode of Work Unscripted, Marlo Lyons sits down with executive coach Kristen Johnson. Kristen has worked with middle management inside some of the world’s most recognizable organizations—including PayPal, Google, Amazon, Sephora, Chase, and Cisco—giving her a rare, inside look at what truly separates managers from enterprise-level leaders. Together, they break d...

What if the very thing you’re hiding at work is actually the key to becoming a stronger, more trusted leader? In this Cracking the Code mini-episode of Work Unscripted, Marlo Lyons breaks down how to show vulnerability and credibility at the same time that builds authority and influence. Because vulnerability in leadership doesn’t mean oversharing, emotional dumping, or losing control. It means leading with authenticity and competence. In this quick, practical episode, you’ll learn: How vulne...

Is your job actually a hostile work environment, or do you just have a terrible boss? In this eye-opening episode, employment law expert Nestor Barrero joins Marlo Lyons to break down the real legal differences between discrimination, harassment, bullying, and a simply toxic workplace. If you’ve ever wondered whether what you’re experiencing at work is illegal, retaliation, or just deeply unhealthy, this conversation is your roadmap. You’ll learn: What legally qualifies as discrimination (and...

Ever received feedback with no examples, no clarity, and no idea what to do next? Welcome to Part II of Marlo Lyons’ performance review series, where we break down one of the most frustrating workplace experiences: vague, cryptic, or confusing feedback. In this solo episode, Marlo shares a deeply personal story of receiving unclear feedback that left her spiraling, second-guessing herself, and trying to decode meaning that no one could (or would) explain. You’ll learn: What to do when feedbac...

Are you exhausted from running full-speed on the corporate treadmill? Feeling burned out, overwhelmed, or stuck in the never-ending rat race? You’re not alone, and 2026 can be the year everything changes. In this powerful episode of Work Unscripted, Marlo Lyons sits down with coach and burnout expert Carolina Bakker to explore how high-achieving professionals can finally break free from chronic stress, people-pleasing, and overwork to create a life filled with clarity, boundaries, fulfillment...

What if 2026 brought you everything you’ve been chasing— the job, the title, the money, the house, the partner — and you still didn’t feel fulfilled? In this solo episode, executive coach and author Marlo Lyons breaks down one of the most powerful (and overlooked) tools for personal development, career clarity, and long-term fulfillment: living in alignment with your core values. You’ll learn: Why achieving your goals won’t guarantee happinessHow misaligned values lead to burnout, stress, res...

If you’re a high-achieving woman who struggles with overthinking, people-pleasing, emotional triggers, or that relentless inner critic…this episode is for you. This week on Work Unscripted, Marlo sits down with therapist and former Army officer Elaine Belson to talk about the psychology behind the inner critic, or as Elaine calls it, the inner bully. Together, they unpack the six habits that fuel self-doubt in high-functioning women: ruminating, mind reading, anticipating others’ reactions, c...

Feeling stretched thin this holiday season? You’re not alone. In this episode of Work Unscripted, Marlo Lyons shares practical, guilt-free strategies for setting healthy boundaries at work and home, especially when the lines between the two start to blur. From turning off notifications and communicating expectations clearly, to defining what “urgent” really means, Marlo helps you reclaim your time, protect your energy, and stay aligned with your values. Whether you’re a people pleaser, a lead...

What if success didn’t have to be a competition? In this episode of Work Unscripted, host Marlo Lyons sits down with Ruchika Malhotra, global inclusion strategist and author of the upcoming book Uncompete (Penguin Random House, releasing November 4). Together, they explore how the culture of competition in corporate life fuels burnout, bias, and exclusion, and learn how redefining success can help us build more collaborative, fulfilling, and joyful workplaces. Ruchika shares practical steps f...

What happens when your performance review praises your results, but tears down your identity? In this raw and vulnerable solo episode of Work Unscripted, host Marlo Lyons shares the real words from one of her own annual performance reviews— like “over-driving,” “over-reacting,” and “the Marlo show.” As a neurodivergent professional, Marlo unpacks how judgmental feedback lands, why it stings, and what leaders can do to make performance reviews feel constructive instead of personal. You’ll lear...

Are you or someone on your team a highly sensitive person (HSP)? You’re not alone. Roughly 20% of the population is born with this trait, meaning their nervous system processes stimuli more deeply than others. In this eye-opening episode of Work Unscripted, host Marlo Lyons sits down with Heather Dominick, founder of the Highly Sensitive Leadership training program, to unpack what it really means to be an HSP in today’s fast-paced workplace. They discuss how HSPs can prevent burnout, manage c...

Most workplace advice skips the real truths: the things your manager won’t tell you, but that make or break your career. In this solo episode of Work Unscripted, host Marlo Lyons reveals the five unspoken rules that separate people who get stuck from those who move up fast. You’ll learn why making your boss look good is essential, how stakeholder alignment protects your reputation, and why bringing proposals instead of final decisions builds buy-in. Marlo also unpacks why your career is YOUR ...

Gen Z is entering the workforce in record numbers and managers everywhere are feeling the impact. Studies show that 60% of businesses have already fired Gen Z employees within months of hiring them, citing poor communication, lack of initiative, and struggles adapting to corporate life. But what’s really behind this trend, and what can we do about it? In this episode of Work Unscripted, host Marlo Lyons sits down with Dr. Andrea Mata, clinical psychologist, speaker, and author, to unpack the ...

Looking for a job in today’s market can feel overwhelming. Endless applications, ghosting, and tough competition leave many professionals stuck. That’s why career coach Marlo Lyons created this episode: to give you five practical, no-fluff job search hacks that actually work in a brutal market. You’ll learn how to structure your search like a job, avoid the mistakes that sabotage your applications, upgrade your LinkedIn, build visibility, and create a support network that fuels momentum...

Is your job search stalled, or are you wondering why recruiters aren't responding to your resume? In this episode, host Marlo Lyons talks to veteran recruiter Kristen Fife, author of "The Recruiter's Playbook," who shares insider secrets about how recruiters operate and what they're really looking for in candidates. Learn why recruiters only spend six seconds scanning your resume, how applicant tracking systems (ATS) affect your job applications, and practical tips for standing out in a compe...

We’re halfway through the year and performance reviews are right around the corner. If you’re aiming for a promotion in the next performance cycle, you can’t afford to wait. The time to take control of your career is now. In this episode, host Marlo Lyons shares exactly how to get noticed and promoted at work, cutting through the noise of corporate life to reveal what truly drives advancement. If you’re putting in long hours and hoping someone in leadership will notice, consider this your rea...

Are your feedback conversations empowering your team or creating tension? In this episode of Work Unscripted, host Marlo Lyons talks with Joan Hibdon, author of "The Leader’s Guide to Mastering Feedback," about why most managers struggle to deliver effective feedback and how to transform criticism from destructive to constructive. You'll find out why 65% of employees crave more frequent and meaningful feedback, learn practical frameworks for giving feedback well, and understand how to handle ...

Ever wondered what truly separates the professionals who get ahead from those who just get by? It’s midyear and in this solo episode of Work Unscripted, host Marlo Lyons brings some unspoken truths that can transform your career trajectory and help you stand out in any job. Don’t worry, this isn’t your typical HR training, this episode is your backstage pass to navigating corporate politics, building credibility, and advancing professionally. You’ll learn: How to make your boss your greatest ...

For many, parenthood includes hitting pause on your career. But does it have to impact your professional identity? On this episode of Work Unscripted, host Marlo Lyons sits down with Neha Ruch, author of The Power Pause, to explore how intentional career breaks for motherhood can redefine ambition, purpose, and professional fulfillment. Neha shares her own journey of stepping away from a thriving career to prioritize motherhood, facing societal pushback, and eventually finding deep meaning an...

Ever judged someone negatively after they got fired, without knowing the real story? You're not alone. In this solo episode of Work Unscripted, former HR executive Marlo Lyons exposes the uncomfortable truth behind workplace firings and the harmful assumptions we make about those who've been let go. Marlo shares eye-opening stories from behind closed HR doors, highlighting the real reasons good employees get fired (often due to misalignment, management biases, or office politics) not incompet...

Are you chasing happiness, or are you truly fulfilled? In this episode, Marlo sits down with Bernie Borges, the Fulfillment Architect and host of the Midlife Fulfilled Podcast, to explore what it means to build a meaningful life—especially in midlife. Bernie reveals his powerful framework of five pillars: health, fitness, career, relationships, and legacy. You’ll discover why fulfillment is more enduring than happiness, how to recognize it in everyday achievements, and why leaders need to emb...

Is your workplace truly supportive—or are you caught in something more manipulative than you realize? In this solo episode, Marlo Lyons breaks down the difference between a healthy company culture and a full-blown company cult. From love bombing new hires to rewarding blind loyalty over actual performance, Marlo unpacks the subtle emotional manipulation tactics that can trap even the most high-performing professionals. She shares red flags to watch for, including over-identification with the ...

Have you ever had that subtle feeling urging you toward a decision, but brushed it off as fear or uncertainty? What if that feeling was your greatest ally, guiding you toward the life and success you’ve always wanted? In this empowering episode of Work Unscripted, Marlo sits down with Wendy Sterling—intuitive prosperity mentor, speaker, and bestselling author—to explore the transformative power of intuition. Wendy shares her incredible personal journey of leaving a secure, 20-year corporate c...

Have you ever been broke? Like, really broke? Marlo Lyons has, and now she's positioned herself to retire comfortably in her 60s. In this special solo episode, featuring insightful conversation clips from financial expert Randy Thurman, Marlo shares her personal journey from financial crisis to freedom, along with practical strategies you can apply immediately. Randy Thurman, a CPA, Certified Financial Planner, and author of More Than a Millionaire, lays out his five critical steps to achievi...

Step into a special recap edition of Work Unscripted, where host Marlo Lyons revisits the most powerful insights and expert advice shared this past quarter. From learning how to choose genuine fulfillment with Amy Wong, unlocking insider job market strategies with Jane Turkewitz, mastering fearless networking despite social anxiety with Michaela Alexis, to decoding and harnessing the strengths of ADHD in the workplace with Diann Wingert—this episode offers the very best strategies to thrive, ...

When it comes to navigating ADHD in the workplace, it’s time to think differently, in order to work differently. Marlo Lyons is joined by Diann Wingert, a former psychotherapist turned business coach, who shares her personal and professional journey with ADHD. Having received a late-life diagnosis herself, Diann understands the complexities of being neurodivergent in a corporate environment. Marlo and Diann tackle the common misconceptions about ADHD, the emotional and professional struggles,...

Think HR is just about onboarding and exit interviews? Think again. In this episode, Marlo Lyons is dismantling common misperceptions and offering clearer perspective on how HR impacts your career and workplace relations. With years of firsthand experience, Marlo explores the dual nature of HRBPs and debunks myths about their role in supporting employees versus advancing business objectives. Tune in to learn how to effectively navigate your relationship with HR, leverage executive coac...

Does networking feel like a chore, especially with social anxiety shadowing your every move? Join us on this episode of Work Unscripted as Marlo Lyons sits down with Michaela Alexis, author of ‘No Fear Networking: A Guide to Building Relationships for the Socially Anxious.’ Michaela shares her personal journey from battling agoraphobia to speaking on stages across the country, providing practical strategies that cater to the socially anxious. You learn key techniques for managing anxiety, fro...

It's true - sometimes people just don’t mesh. But in today’s episode, we’re diving into how communication styles can actually make or break workplace relationships. Marlo Lyons shares her personal journey with a challenging boss and how it transformed her approach to professional interactions. You'll learn the four main social styles—drivers, expressives, analyticals, and amiables—and how recognizing and adapting to these styles can dramatically improve your work relationships. Marlo emphasi...

Are you tired of the black hole of job applications, where you submit your resume and hear nothing back? Today, we're going to hear from an expert recruiter who's going to pull back the curtain on what's really happening on the other side. Jane Turkewitz, a seasoned executive recruiter and career coach, shares her unfiltered, expert advice on everything from crafting a standout resume that beats applicant tracking systems to acing your interviews with confidence. You’ll learn why traditional...

When life throws you a curveball, how do you respond? In this solo episode, Marlo Lyons explores resilience—the essential ingredient that empowers us to thrive amidst adversity. Whether facing natural disasters or personal challenges, mastering resilience is crucial not just for surviving but for truly thriving. Marlo shares practical strategies to build resilience, including methods to pause, reflect, and bounce back stronger from life’s challenges. Resilience isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a cr...

Tired of making New Year's resolutions that fizzle out? Join Marlo Lyons on the inaugural episode of Work Unscripted as she sits down with Amy Wong, author of "Living on Purpose." Start the New Year by stepping away from fleeting resolutions and discover the five deliberate choices that can guide you to true fulfillment. Amy challenges the autopilot mode of living that so many of us fall into and discusses why feeling your way through life, rather than calculating every step, can lead ...

Welcome to Work Unscripted. Join host Marlo Lyons as she draws on over two decades of experience to offer unfiltered, hard-hitting insights into navigating the professional world. Each episode delivers real stories from those who've dared to redefine success, alongside practical tools to elevate your career. Whether you’re stuck in a job rut or on the cusp of a major career transition, Marlo provides the strategies and support you need to move forward with confidence. Subscribe now to transfo...