Strategic Insights & Career Growth: UnCeiling You by Dr. Natalie Luke
đ UnCeiling You Podcast: Strategic Insights & Career Growth for Ambitious, Purpose-Driven Professionals The UnCeiling You Podcast is for ambitious professionalsâespecially those navigating bias, self-doubt, and barriers to leadershipâwho are ready to take bold action and grow their careers with confidence. Each week, youâll hear real stories, practical strategies, and actionable tools to help you: â Build confidence and career clarity â Expand your network with purpose â Develop the tools and mindset to advance â Create measurable resultsâwhether itâs a promotion, leadership role, stronger network, personal brand, or side hustle This podcast isnât just about inspirationâitâs about strategic growth. Join us for insightful interviews, resources, and direction that help you turn ambition into action. New episodes drop every week.
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In episode 23, Dr. Natalie Luke engages with Mozella Perry Ademiluyi, a leadership guide and founder of Mountain Peak Strategies, discussing the importance of aligning our head, heart, and hands for sustainable success. They explore the challenges women face in leadership roles, the significance of recharging energy, and the necessity of accountability and support networks. Mozella shares insights on balancing ambition with self-ca...
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In Episode 22, Natalie Luke, PhD, and Sheila discuss the critical issue of ageism in the workplace, emphasizing the importance of age equity within DEI strategies. They explore the hidden costs of ignoring age discrimination, the benefits of mixed-age workforces, and the concept of mutual mentoring. Sheila highlights the need for a longevity mindset to adapt to changing demographics and the evolving nature of work....
Challenging the expectation that women should adapt to unsafe designsâand revealing what real workplace equity looks like.Â
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In this conversation, Dr. Natalie Luke speaks with Amy Roosa, a risk control expert and founder of the Safety Rack, about the critical need for properly fitting personal protective equipment (PPE) for women in male-dominated fields. They discuss the barriers women face in the workplace, the importance of...
Episode 3: Navigating Big Roles, Imposter Syndrome, and Career Pivots
Welcome to Episode 3 of UnCeiling You with Natalie Luke, PhD!
In this episode, Natalie sits down with rising star Julia Frense Maria, a sourcing and procurement professional with a decade of experience across multiple industries. Together, they explore how to navigate big roles, overcome imposter syndrome, and make meaningful career pivots. Julia shares he...
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In this episode, Ana Trsic shares her inspiring journey from a corporate job to becoming a successful entrepreneur through candle making. She discusses the pressures of cultural expectations, the importance of choosing joy, and the transformative power of social media. Ana emphasizes the need for mindset shifts and personal growth, encouraging listeners to redefine success on their own terms and take bold steps tow...
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In this episode 19 of UnCeiling You, Natalie Luke, PhD, sits down with Ellen Leikindâauthor of Poker Woman and creator of the BOLD negotiation systemâto unpack the hidden costs of âplaying it safeâ at work. From poker tables to boardrooms, Ellen shares how understanding power dynamics, owning your voice, and knowing when to fold (or go all in) are essential to advancing your career. If youâve ever been overlooked for a ...
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What if the rules youâve been told to followâwork hard, be a team player, stay humbleâare the very things holding you back?
In this episode, Dr. Anna Kallschmidt unpacks the invisible rulebook of the American workplaceâand how it was built without most of us in mind. From class-based communication styles to gendered expectations in interviews, Anna brings decades of research to explain why marginalized pro...
Unspoken rules. Invisible barriers. Exhausting double standards.
In this compelling episode, Dr. Arin N. Reeves joins host Natalie Luke, PhD, to unpack the hidden dynamics that hold women and underrepresented professionals backâespecially in leadership. Drawing on decades of research and personal experience, Arin explores how to navigate microaggressions, exclusion, and manipulation without losing your mindâ or your career.
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In episode 16, Dr. Natalie Luke speaks with Dr. Patricia Stepp about her experiences with toxic leadership, the importance of resilience, and the pivotal moments that shaped her career. They discuss the dynamics of leadership, the necessity of networking, and the challenges women face in the workplace. Dr. Stepp shares her journey from biomedical research to intellectual property, emphasizing the value of authenticity and the impor...
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In this conversation, Natalie Luke and Dr. Sarah Kaplan explore the critical importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in business. They discuss how companies that prioritize DEI not only enhance their corporate performance but also foster innovation and employee satisfaction. The discussion highlights the risks associated with rolling back DEI initiatives, the impact of privilege and bias in the workplace, and th...
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In this conversation, Dr. Natalie Luke and Dr. Marilyn A. Clark discuss the evolving landscape for women in leadership, highlighting the barriers that persist despite progress. They explore the importance of radical responsibility, reframing ambition, and the power of imagination in career growth. The discussion emphasizes the need for strategic networking, visibility, and building support systems to navigate challenges and ...
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In this episode of UnCeiling You, host Dr. Natalie Luke reflects on her journey and the evolution of the podcast. She discusses the internal battles women face, such as self-doubt and imposter syndrome, and how external barriers in the workplace often compound these challenges. With insights from her own experiences and the stories of others, Natalie emphasizes the importance of community, mentorship, and the need for women ...
In Episode 12, Natalie Luke and Trisha Tyan explore the detrimental effects of hustle culture on health and productivity. They discuss the importance of listening to one's body, advocating for oneself in the workplace, and redefining success in light of personal challenges such as chronic illness. Trisha shares her journey of navigating ambition while managing her health, emphasizing the need for self-acceptance and realistic ...
In episode 11 of UnCeiling You, Natalie Luke dives deep with empowerment coach and sales leader Mariette Frey to explore her FRED Frameworkâa practical, values-driven tool designed to help individuals reverse-engineer their success. Mariette shares her journey of navigating 19 moves in 24 years, including personal and professional transitions, while offering strategies for tackling fear, change, and decision-making.
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Episode 10.đïž Welcome to Episode 10 of UnCeiling You with Natalie Luke!
In this episode, we sit down with Paula, a financial planning expert with a mission to empower women to take control of their financial futures. Together, we explore how aligning ambition with financial planning can help you turn your dreams into actionable goals.
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The Cost of Not Asking:
- A real-life story about a hir...
Episode 9: Leading with Passion and Values â A Conversation with Robyn Parrott
đïž Welcome to Episode 9 of UnCeiling You
In this inspiring episode, host Dr. Natalie Luke sits down with her longtime friend, tennis teammate, and CEO of Sleep Solutions, Robyn Parrott. Robyn shares her incredible journey from a career in respiratory therapy to becoming the founder and CEO of a thriving business that has served Michigan communiti...
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In this inspiring episode of UnCeiling You, I sit down with the incredible Hope Mueller, an author, publishing company founder, retreat host, and Senior Vice President at a pharmaceutical company. From facing significant adversity at a young age to building a life of resilience, imagination, and ambition, Hope shares her journey and the mindset shifts that fueled her success. đ
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â How Hope ...
Episode 7. In this inspiring episode of UnCeiling You, Natalie sits down with Pamela, a trailbFlazer who has successfully navigated the unique challenges and rewards of working in both small startups and large corporations. Together, they delve into Pamela's career journey, from her beginnings in small lab startups to her current role in a division of a global organization.
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Is ambition a dirty word? Not in this conversation! In this episode, Kara Taylor joins Natalie Luke, PhD to redefine ambition through the power of imagination, mindset shifts, and courageous action. Kara shares her expertise in transformational success and dream building, drawing from her background in clinical social work, military leadership, and coaching to help women break free from societal expectation...
đïž Welcome to Episode 5 of UnCeiling Your Career!
In this inspiring episode, Natalie Luke, PhD, sits down with Dr. Mona Jhaveri, founder of Music Beats Cancer, to discuss how ambition and resilience can create transformative change. Dr. Jhaveriâs journey from scientist to entrepreneur to nonprofit leader highlights the power of turning setbacks into stepping stones for innovation.
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