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PODCAST

Embrace the Squiggle

Kristine Thody & Colleen Delvecchio

The podcast where professional women share the real, unfiltered stories behind their career pivots and squiggly journeys. Whether you"re contemplating a major career shift, feeling sidelined after a break, or simply questioning "what"s next?" when the traditional ladder doesn"t exist, this podcast is your career navigation companion.Hosts Colleen and Kristine bring you weekly conversations with women who"ve navigated career uncertainty and emerged stronger, offering practical strategies and the

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39:04

The Squiggliest Episode Yet with Colleen and Kristine

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2025/07/30

Ever found yourself nodding along to career advice that doesn't actually feel right for YOU? This week, your favorite career coaches throw out the rulebook completely! Colleen and Kristine tackle the question we've all secretly wondered: "Do I really want that promotion, or am I just supposed to want it?" What We're Squiggling About: The permission slip you need to define success YOUR way (even if it means saying no to that fancy title)Why keeping a "humble brag" list isn't conceited, it's ca...

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37:41

Stop Doing Everything: Strength Based Team Building...

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2025/07/23

Ever wondered what happens when "Take Your Daughter to Work Day" turns into a full-blown career? This week's episode is a delightful deep dive with Lindsay LaBonte, who turned her childhood fascination with her dad's mortgage business into her own financial industry adventure! What's in store: The real story of how Lindsay went from "playing bank" as a kid to actually running one 🏦The juggling act of motherhood, leadership, and that pesky thing called "parental expectations"How to delegate

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47:49

The 20-Year Squiggle: Thriving Through Internal...

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2025/07/16

Ever wondered what a Chief of Staff actually does… and how to become one? This episode unveils the squiggly career moves that can lead to this powerful but often misunderstood role. What You'll Discover: How to leverage research skills from academia into business advantageThe unspoken challenges of managing teams at a young ageWhy the Chief of Staff role might be the perfect fit for "connectors" and strategic thinkersStrategic pivots between large corporations and nimble startupsDarcey Bennet...

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48:03

Squiggling Through the Messy Middle with Miranda...

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2025/07/09

Questioning your career path? This week's guest went from working a normal corporate job to co-founding a tech company with a billion-dollar IPO—and reveals the unconventional wisdom that guided her journey. What You'll Gain: Permission to leave "secure" jobs when they no longer serve your growthHow side hustles can transform into unexpected career opportunitiesThe unfiltered truth about entrepreneurship's messy, non-linear realityStrategies for recognizing when it's time for your next pivotM...

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44:48

Career Zigzags Are the Ultimate Competitive Edge with...

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2025/07/02

Feeling like your diverse background is holding you back? This week's guest went from investigative journalism in Taiwan to launching an AI fashion startup—and will transform how you see your own career "detours." What You'll Learn: How to reframe past experiences as unique competitive advantagesThe confidence to make bold pivots between seemingly unrelated industriesPractical strategies for women breaking into tech leadershipAnya Cheng (Meta, eBay, McDonald's, Target) shares the counterintui...

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39:11

How to Pivot Without Losing Momentum with Kokui Adesokan

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2025/06/25

Ever feel like your career path looks more like a game of pinball than a straight line? (Same.) In this episode, we chat with the amazing Kokui Adesokan about her squiggly journey from growing up in Togo to thriving in the U.S. aerospace and tech industries. Kokui opens up about the pivots, plot twists, and big leaps of faith that shaped her career—from studying chemical engineering to finding her groove in aerospace, and all the moments of “sure, I’ll try that” in between. We dig into: How c...

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42:10

Why Is Clarity Missing And What Can You Do About It?

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2025/06/18

Feeling lost in the fog of vague directives? You're not alone! In this straight-talking episode, Colleen and Kristine tackle the frustrating reality of unclear organizational goals that leave middle managers dangling. Highlights: Gallup reveals how many employees are actually working in the darkWhy unclear direction doesn't just hurt productivity—it undermines psychological safetySpecific strategies to navigate when your higher-ups can't articulate what success looks likeThe critical window f...

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48:38

Stop and Celebrate Yourself, You Deserve It! with...

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2025/06/11

Are you the kind of person who hits a big milestone… then immediately moves on to the next goal? Same. In this episode, we’re talking to Robyn Glaser—venture executive and all-around badass—about why high-achieving women so often skip the celebration phase, and how that needs to change. We loved this conversation with Robyn Glaser — and we think you will too. 🙌 We talk about: ✨ What it’s like to break into male-dominated industries 🎶 Why saying yes to new opportunities (even scary ones)

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38:44

Finding a Mentor Who Lifts You Up with Christina Mitine

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2025/06/04

What a delight chatting with Christina Mitine about her fascinating career path! From aspiring veterinarian to Oracle sales to various AWS roles, her journey proves there's no "right way" to build a meaningful career. Episode Highlights: Christina shares how the Women in Revenue Group on Lin provided crucial networking opportunitiesWe discuss navigating different company cultures and leveraging transferable skillsThe vital importance of finding mentors and sponsors who champion your growthBui...

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35:57

The Not-So- Secret Ingredient to a Thriving Squiggly...

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2025/05/28

Maintaining genuine professional relationships isn’t just nice, it’s essential. In this episode, we talk about how staying in touch (even casually) can quietly shape your career in powerful ways—and how it’s played out over decades for our guest, Soo Finley. This week, I got to catch up with my high school friend Soo Finley, who now works at the executive level in banking—and let me tell you, her career path has been anything but predictable (just the way we like it on this show). Soo walks ...

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43:36

What Happens When Work Finally Feels Good with Bonni...

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2025/05/21

What does it take to build a thriving business while navigating some of life’s toughest personal challenges? This week on Embrace the Squiggle, Colleen and Kristine sit down with the unstoppable Bonni Scepkowski. She is an award-winning meeting strategist, founder of Stellar Meetings, and a master of orchestrating meaningful moments in the life sciences industry. But behind her professional success is a deeply personal journey of resilience, reinvention, and relentless authenticity. From her ...

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39:33

Starting the HR Revolution with Ashleigh Beadle

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2025/05/14

What if the skills you already have could open the door to a career you actually love? This week, we’re joined by the brilliant Ashleigh Beadle, who opens up about her non-linear path from law school dreams to launching her own consulting business. Ashleigh shares the real story behind her career pivots—what worked, what didn’t, and how she leaned into her transferable skills (even when things didn’t go to plan). We chat about navigating uncertainty, staying aligned with your values, and how ...

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27:42

Mastering Public Speaking for Your Squiggly Career...

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2025/05/07

Terrified of Public Speaking? You’re Not Alone, And We’ve Got You Covered. 🎤😅 In this episode of Embrace the Squiggle, Colleen and Kristine get real about the nerves, mindset shifts, and messy moments behind the mic. From giving a TEDx talk to delivering a major keynote, they’re pulling back the curtain on what it really takes to speak with confidence... and why you don’t need to be perfect to be powerful. You’ll hear: How they prepped for their biggest speaking gigs yetWhy practicing >

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35:52

Turning a Challenging Past into a Purpose-Driven...

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2025/04/30

What if the very things that once held you back became the foundation for everything you built? In this episode of Embrace the Squiggle, Kelly Martins joins Colleen and Kristine to share the real story behind her squiggly career journey. From a background in graphic design and photography to launching her own consulting business focused on empowering others through strategic marketing and leadership support. Kelly opens up about reclaiming her confidence after leaving a difficult relationship...

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36:06

Being an Introvert in an Extroverted Career with...

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2025/04/23

"I’m an introvert... but what I do for a living is an extroverts dream.” Ever felt like your personality didn’t quite match your job title? This week on Embrace the Squiggle, Nellie Beckett gets real about navigating that exact tension—and how she’s turned it into one of her biggest strengths. From nonprofit gigs and teaching in Baltimore to creating meaningful community connections in public radio across the Deep South, Nellie’s story is a masterclass in showing up, even when you’re not su...

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39:06

The Transformational Power of Taking Career Risks...

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2025/04/16

What do marine biology, massage therapy, and managing a Chamber of Commerce have in common? Moe's career journey. In this episode of Embrace the Squiggle, Colleen sits down with Moe Belliveau, the Executive Director of the East Hampton Chamber, for a conversation that’s anything but linear. With Kristine away, Colleen dives into Moe’s fascinating path, from dreaming of becoming a marine biologist, to drawing blueprints in architectural drafting, navigating the structure of corporate life at A...

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45:56

Leaving Misaligned Jobs Led to Her Dream Career with...

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2025/04/09

Kristine and Colleen chat with Patrika Alis Cheston, a marketing and sales strategist who’s anything but conventional. Patrika walks us through her winding career path—from studying education and journalism to leading strategy for startups and founding her own ventures, Roundology and Outsource SDR. She opens up about the power of internships, why it’s okay to pivot (again and again), and how recognizing misaligned values at work pushed her to build a career on her own terms. Plus, we dive ...

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45:57

How a Health Scare Ignited Her Squiggly Career with...

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2025/04/02

How do you turn career pivots into purpose-driven success? This week, Kristine and Colleen sit down with Lisa Michaud, a real estate investor, entrepreneur, and former HR and accounting professional, to explore her incredible career evolution. Lisa opens up about the mindset shifts that helped her navigate multiple career transitions, the power of mentorship, and why personal challenges—including a major health scare—forced her to redefine success on her own terms. In this episode, you'll lea...

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27:52

From Peer to Boss: Navigating the Awkward Shift with...

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2025/03/26

What happens when you're suddenly in charge of the people you used to work alongside? In this episode, Colleen and Kristine unpack the tricky dynamics of leadership transitions—especially when it means managing former colleagues and friends. They share real talk on: Setting new boundaries (without being a jerk)Navigating emotional landmines with emotional intelligenceRedefining relationships at workThe shift from control to compassion in modern leadershipWhy knowing your team’s strengths is y...

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42:08

Curiosity is the Compass of Your Squiggly Career with...

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2025/03/19

Colleen and Kristine sit down with Karen Single for a candid and inspiring conversation about embracing the unexpected turns in a career. Karen opens up about her journey—from dreaming of becoming a teacher in the 1960s to facing academic dismissal from college, and ultimately carving out a fulfilling path in higher education. She reflects on career pivots, including a detour into the corporate world at Fidelity, stepping back to prioritize family, and eventually returning to student-facing w...

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