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Ambitious Women Natalie Luke

Grace Over Grind: The Gentle Power You Need to Lead in a Shifting World

Ever feel like you’re climbing a mountain made of sand?
In this powerful episode of UnCeiling You, Mozella Perry Ademiluyi shares wisdom on navigating today’s challenges with gentle power, not relentless push.

You’ll learn:
✅ How to manage your internal environment when the external world feels chaotic
✅ Why influence is about moving hearts, not pushing harder
✅ Small, practical habits that recharge your energy so you don’t burn out
✅ The 3H framework: Head, Heart, Hands—how to realign your energy and move forward

🌿 Whether you’re facing a career challenge, a personal struggle, or simply want to feel stronger inside, this conversation will leave you inspired and ready to climb your own mountain—without burning out.

🔗 Listen to the episode here https://www.buzzsprout.com/2445948/episodes/17248372

🔗 Watch the episode here https://youtu.be/uDtSdtR0Q6w

Let’s keep climbing—together.

Ambitious Women Natalie Luke

Too Old, Too Green, Too Much? Why We Need to Talk About Age Bias

Have you ever been told you’re “too young” to lead? Or “too old” to learn something new?

This week on UnCeiling You, we’re tackling one of the most overlooked—and damaging—biases in the workplace: age bias.

Whether it’s being seen as “too green” for an opportunity, or “too close to retirement” to invest in, age assumptions quietly limit talent across industries. And too often, we don’t even recognize them for what they are: barriers that keep people—and companies—stuck.

My guest, Sheila Callaham, founder of the Age Equity Alliance, brings years of expertise to this conversation.

We talk about:
✅ The invisible ways age bias shows up at work
✅ Why “career timelines” are outdated—and harmful
✅ How mutual mentoring across generations creates stronger, more resilient teams
✅ The business case for age-inclusive workplaces—and why it’s urgent

If you’ve ever felt unseen because of your age—or want to build a career that thrives at every stage—this episode is for you.

🎧 Listen to the full conversation here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2445948/episodes/17242702
🎥 Watch the video (available June 2nd) on YouTube: https://youtu.be/457FKR_-5Fw

Together, let’s challenge the assumptions that hold us back—and build workplaces that value everyone’s contributions.

Thank you for being part of this community.

Here’s to unceiling our potential,
Natalie

P.S. After you listen, I’d love to hear your thoughts. What’s one age bias you’ve seen—or experienced—in your career? Hit reply and share your story. Let’s keep the conversation going.

Ambitious Women Natalie Luke

When Ambition Meets Burnout

What happens when pushing through just isn’t an option?

In this deeply resonant episode of UnCeiling You, I sit down with the incredible Trisha Tyon—a career strategist and coach who specializes in helping professionals navigate chronic illness, burnout, and caregiving responsibilities without sacrificing their ambition.

✨ We talk about:

  • How to match your ambition with your energy—especially on tough days
  • Redefining success when life throws a curveball
  • Trisha’s personal story of being diagnosed with lupus at 25 and how it reshaped her entire career path
  • The power of self-advocacy at work and how to start having those difficult conversations
  • What a truly inclusive workplace would look like—and your role in creating it
  • The hidden cost of “pushing through” and how to gracefully slow down without falling behind

Trisha shares actionable advice for anyone feeling stuck, exhausted, or overlooked—and her message is compelling for ambitious women navigating invisible challenges.

💡 Her parting advice?

“Give yourself grace. You don’t have to prove your worth by pushing past your limits.”

📩 Want to connect with Trisha? Find her on LinkedIn: Trisha Tyon
Email her at: trisha@trishatyon.com

And check the show notes for her calendar link + info about her brand-new coaching program for professional women ready to land their dream jobs!

🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts. @UnCeiling You

#UnCeilingYou #CareerGrowth #ChronicIllness #BurnoutRecovery #WomenInLeadership #AmbitionWithGrace #InclusiveWorkplaces #SelfAdvocacy #NetworkingForWomen #PodcastEpisode #WomenSupportingWomen #LeadershipJourney

The FRED Framework: Reverse Engineering Your Success
Career Development Natalie Luke

The FRED Framework: Reverse Engineering Your Success

In Episode 8 of UnCeiling You, Natalie Luke, PhD, sits down with Mariette Frey to explore her transformative FRED Framework, a practical tool designed to reverse-engineer success in any area of life. Whether you’re navigating career changes, moving to a new city, or tackling personal goals, the FRED Framework provides actionable steps to turn fear into empowerment.

🎙️ Episode Release Date: March 24, 2025
🎧 Listen Here: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/cabe3af7-0c14-4361-893a-96544a7adc2c/

🎧 Watch Here: https://youtu.be/yuVXWs6b97E

What Is the FRED Framework?

The FRED Framework is a values-based system Mariette created to help individuals tackle life’s transitions with clarity and confidence. It consists of four pillars:

  1. Finances: Assess the financial resources and investments required to achieve your goal.
  2. Robustness: Build mental and physical resilience to overcome challenges.
  3. Ecosystem: Surround yourself with supportive communities and networks.
  4. Dreams: Define and refine your aspirations, turning them into actionable goals.

Key Insight: “Reverse-engineering your dreams allows you to break them into achievable steps. Start with the end in mind and work backward to define your path forward.”

Crossing the Corporate Monkey Bars

Mariette discusses the concept of lateral career moves as a way to gain clarity and align with personal strengths. She highlights how imagination and ambition are key to navigating these transitions:

Mariette’s Tip:
“Sometimes the best path isn’t up but across. By exploring different roles, you can discover what truly lights you up.”

Navigating Change with Resilience

Having moved 19 times in 24 years, Mariette understands the fear and excitement that come with transitions. She shares how self-awareness and preparation can transform fear of the unknown into an opportunity for growth.

Mariette’s Advice:
“Reframe fear as a sign that you’re about to level up. What if it’s not terrifying? What if it’s amazing?”

Her moves have taught her to embrace change with optimism and find beauty in the process, whether it’s decluttering a home or rebuilding a sense of community.

Using the FRED Framework to Overcome Fear

Mariette provides a step-by-step approach to applying the FRED Framework to any goal:

  1. Define Your Dream: Get specific about your goal and what success looks like.
  2. Plan Finances: Calculate the costs, both financial and time-related, needed to achieve your dream.
  3. Build Robustness: Strengthen your mental and physical resilience to face challenges.
  4. Create Your Ecosystem: Identify and engage with people and resources that will support your journey.

A Story of Transformation

Mariette shares a compelling story of coaching a friend through a career transition. Despite her friend’s initial fear and self-doubt, the FRED Framework helped her evaluate the opportunity objectively, align her values, and step into a role that exceeded her expectations.

Key Takeaway: “If there’s no data to prove you’ll fail, then go for it. Surround yourself with people who lift you up and push you forward.”

Practical Tips for Making a Move

Mariette’s advice isn’t limited to career changes—it applies to physical moves, personal growth, and more:

  • Plan Ahead: Prepare financially and emotionally for the transition.
  • Grieve What You Leave Behind: Acknowledge the emotional impact of leaving a familiar place or situation.
  • Book a Trip Back: Visiting your old environment can validate why you made the change and help you move forward.

Imagination and Ambition in Action

Mariette emphasizes the importance of using imagination and ambition to push past fear and achieve meaningful change:

  • Ask ‘What If It’s Amazing?’ Shift your mindset to focus on possibilities rather than obstacles.
  • Reframe Negative Thoughts: Recognize when fear is holding you back and consciously choose a more empowering perspective.
  • Lean Into Growth: Fear often signals an opportunity for leveling up—embrace it.

Get in Touch with Mariette

Mariette Frey is passionate about helping individuals navigate transitions and achieve their goals. You can connect with her through:

“If fear is holding you back, it’s probably a sign you’re heading in the right direction. Take the leap!”

Key Takeaways for Listeners

  1. Use the FRED Framework to clarify your goals and break them into actionable steps.
  2. Reframe fear as a sign of growth and opportunity.
  3. Build a supportive community to help you navigate transitions.
  4. Grieve what you leave behind to fully embrace the new chapter.
  5. Reverse-engineer your dreams to create a roadmap to success.

🎧 Listen to Episode: The FRED Framework: Reverse Engineering Your Success
🌟 Connect with Mariette Frey: Mariette Frey