UnCeiling You: Career Growth for Women Ready to Rise Without Burning Out
Natalie Luke, PhD
59 episodes
2 days ago
This week, right before Thanksgiving — a time when so many women already carry the emotional, logistical, and relational load for their families — a major federal rule was announced reclassifying several women-dominated professions as “non-professional.” Nursing, teaching, social work, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, and physician assistant programs will lose access to Graduate PLUS loans beginning July 1, 2026. This change affects workforce pipelines, acces...
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This week, right before Thanksgiving — a time when so many women already carry the emotional, logistical, and relational load for their families — a major federal rule was announced reclassifying several women-dominated professions as “non-professional.” Nursing, teaching, social work, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, and physician assistant programs will lose access to Graduate PLUS loans beginning July 1, 2026. This change affects workforce pipelines, acces...
This week, right before Thanksgiving — a time when so many women already carry the emotional, logistical, and relational load for their families — a major federal rule was announced reclassifying several women-dominated professions as “non-professional.” Nursing, teaching, social work, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, and physician assistant programs will lose access to Graduate PLUS loans beginning July 1, 2026. This change affects workforce pipelines, acces...
What if the boldest career move you can make isn’t a yes — but a no? In this powerful episode of UnCeiling You, Natalie sits down with Stacie Shifflett, a woman who has rewritten what leadership looks like in rooms where she was never “supposed” to hold power. From turning down multiple offers from Booz Allen… to negotiating work on her own terms… to helping lead a $50 million acquisition without a college degree… to walking away from lucrative roles that didn’t align with her va...
Career advancement and leadership development don’t come from pushing harder — they come from learning how to lead with calm clarity. In this episode, we explore what it takes to shift from reacting under pressure to responding with confidence at work so you can grow sustainably without burning out. This conversation with The Dutch Mentor goes straight to the heart of what overwhelmed high performers face: the invisible pace that drives urgency, overworking, and emotional exhaustion. Together...
You hit every target — but somehow, it still feels like no one sees you. In this episode of UnCeiling You, host Dr. Natalie Luke sits down with Sharon Ehrlich — executive coach, public speaker, and former IT executive — to unpack why high-performing women can feel invisible even when excelling. Together, they explore the mindset and strategies behind true visibility, confidence at work, and career advancement that doesn’t come at the cost of your peace. You’ll learn: Why effort ≠ recognition ...
What happens when life looks perfect on the outside—but inside, something feels misaligned? In this episode of UnCeiling You, Dr. Natalie Luke talks with Betsy Pepine, award-winning entrepreneur and author of Breaking Boxes, about staying aligned with your values under pressure. Together, they explore how authenticity, awareness, and courage fuel leadership development and career advancement for women who refuse to compromise their integrity for success. You’ll learn how women in leadership c...
Negotiation isn’t confrontation — it’s alignment. In this empowering episode of UnCeiling You, Dr. Natalie Luke talks with Khiara Cureton, Executive, Career, and Wealth Coach, about redefining negotiation as a tool for leadership development and career advancement — especially for ambitious women balancing work and motherhood. You’ll learn how to ask for more without guilt, lead from alignment instead of exhaustion, and cultivate confidence at work rooted in self-trust, not people-pleasing. T...
Why do we pull back when opportunity knocks instead of stepping forward? In this episode of UnCeiling You, Dr. Natalie Luke talks with Dr. Albert Bramante, talent agent, psychologist, and author of Rise Above the Script, about the hidden psychology of self-sabotage and how to transform fear into clarity and confidence at work. You’ll learn how to spot the split-second moment when fear disguises itself as logic—and how to use it to your advantage for authentic leadership development and career...
Most professionals know how to act like leaders — confident voice, polished presence, solid résumé. But what happens when your energy doesn’t match your words? In this episode of UnCeiling You, Dr. Natalie Luke sits down with Katherine Lazaruk, leadership and presence coach, opera singer turned executive educator, to explore what it really means to lead from the inside out. Katherine shares how self-leadership becomes the foundation for authentic influence — and how you can stop performing le...
Job boards are where dreams go to die — so where do real opportunities live? In this episode of UnCeiling You, Dr. Natalie Luke sits down with Dawn Rasmussen, résumé and career-strategy expert, to reveal why visibility is leadership strategy, not self-promotion. Together, they unpack how to turn your résumé into a narrative of impact, network authentically, and transform setbacks into growth opportunities. You’ll learn how to reframe self-promotion as service, shift from external validation t...
What if the key to freedom isn’t independence—but connection? In this episode of UnCeiling You, Dr. Natalie Luke talks with Sasha Eburne, Australian entrepreneur and NLP Master Coach, about how confidence, community, and self-trust drive career advancement and authentic success. After 25 years in corporate life, Sasha stopped asking for permission and started creating freedom through relationships, not isolation. Together, they explore how women in leadership can let go of guilt, build confid...
If your professional network feels supportive but not strategic, this episode will transform the way you think about connection and influence. Host Dr. Natalie Luke sits down with Liz Weber, CMC, CSP — ranked among the Top 30 Global Gurus for Leadership (2025) — to uncover how powerful leaders create networks that drive career advancement and sustainable leadership development. Together, they challenge the myth that “being nice” or “making friends” leads to success. Instead, Liz reveals how t...
Degrees open doors—but they don’t guarantee promotions. In this episode of UnCeiling You, Dr. Natalie Luke sits down with Brianne Rush, founder of The Independence Lab, to reveal the real drivers of career advancement—curiosity, confidence, and authentic connection. Brianne shares how she rose from intern to managing editor in one year, the three biggest networking mistakes Gen Z professionals make, and how asking for help can actually accelerate growth. Together, they unpack why relationship...
In this episode of UnCeiling You, Dr. Natalie Luke sits down with Kelly Slavitt, global legal executive and board advisor, to reveal the one red flag every woman in leadership watches for — the subtle warning sign that can make or break your career advancement. Kelly shares lessons from decades in boardrooms, including how to read power dynamics, build confidence at work, and maintain integrity in high-stakes decisions. Together, they unpack how leadership development requires not just expert...
In this episode of UnCeiling You, host Dr. Natalie Luke talks with Kelly Slavitt, a seasoned board advisor and legal executive, about what it really takes for women in leadership to earn their seat at the table. Kelly shares lessons from her journey navigating male-dominated boardrooms, building confidence at work, and using humor and strategy to drive career advancement. Together, they unpack how relationships fuel leadership growth, why trust is a non-negotiable in high-stakes settings, and...
In this episode [EP 42] of UnCeiling You, Dr. Natalie Luke and Amy Quesenberry explore how compassion transforms leadership development, drives career advancement, and builds lasting confidence at work. Amy shares her journey from burnout to self-compassion, revealing how kindness — toward ourselves and others — creates stronger, more connected teams. Together, they unpack why compassion isn’t soft; it’s strategic. You’ll learn how to recognize burnout early, give and receive feedback with gr...
In this insider conversation, Dean shares how he thought the stage had passed him by—only to discover that stepping into the spotlight was a powerful new beginning. He opens up about the quiet belief he held onto even without external validation, the subtle signs of readiness to reinvent, and how aligning values, desires, and strengths transformed burnout into flow. Dean leaves us with a bold question that now guides every new opportunity: Does this align with my purpose and my values? 🎁 Free...
Amy Quesenberry reveals the self-compassion phrase that starts her mornings, the emotional signals that tell her she’s off balance, and how simple acts of kindness—like complimenting a smile—create authentic connections everywhere she goes. 🎁 Free Reset Guide for Leaders Who Carry a Lot If you’re constantly “on,” responsible for everything, and craving more calm without losing momentum, this short reset will help you slow the internal pace and lead with clarity. 👉 Download here! Resourc...
In this insider conversation, Elaine Lin Hering opens up about a moment of regret when she silenced a junior colleague by defaulting to the “company line” rather than truly listening. She later repaired the relationship by apologizing directly, underscoring that leadership isn’t about perfection but about accountability and growth. Elaine shares her grounding mantra — “I matter too” — a reminder that every voice is worthy of dignity and respect, even in everyday moments like carving out time ...
In this raw and deeply honest episode of UnCeiling You, Dr. Natalie Luke talks with Abby Havermann about how self-doubt and self-betrayal can silently lead to burnout—and how to break free. After a personal wake-up call that changed everything, Abby shares how she began listening to her body, trusting her intuition, and rebuilding from authenticity. You’ll learn how to: ✅ Recognize the signs of misalignment before burnout hits ✅ Rebuild confidence and self-trust through awareness ...
In this empowering episode of UnCeiling You, Dr. Natalie Luke speaks with Serena Low about how introverts can thrive in leadership, networking, and career growth—without pretending to be extroverted. Serena shares her journey from quiet achiever to confident quiet warrior, showing that introversion is a superpower, not a setback. You’ll learn how to: ✅ Network authentically without burnout or small-talk overload ✅ Use deep listening to build influence and trust in leadership ...
UnCeiling You: Career Growth for Women Ready to Rise Without Burning Out
This week, right before Thanksgiving — a time when so many women already carry the emotional, logistical, and relational load for their families — a major federal rule was announced reclassifying several women-dominated professions as “non-professional.” Nursing, teaching, social work, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, and physician assistant programs will lose access to Graduate PLUS loans beginning July 1, 2026. This change affects workforce pipelines, acces...
