This world can be a hard place to live in, and staying true to yourself in the face of adversity is one of the greatest tests we face. In this raw and resonant episode, Melinda Lee sits down with Masada Ellis - poet, founder ...
In this powerful episode, Melinda Lee sits down with Tana Jackson, VP of Operations at Upright Labs, to unpack the unspoken challenges women face in corporate leadership. From battling micromanagement and workplace politics t...
What does it take to shift from transactional sales to transformative customer success? In this episode, Melinda Lee chats with Andrea Bumstead, VP of Customer Success, about her journey from marketing and sales to leading lo...
Every interaction, from conversations with friends to managing conflicts at work, is a form of negotiation and mediation. But how do we handle these conversations when emotions are running high? In this episode, Melinda Lee s...
Changing your career from one thing to another is no easy task, but it's far from impossible. In fact, you can often take all the knowledge and skills from your past and use them to fuel your next chapter. Don't believe it? J...
In this episode, host Melinda Lee welcomes Jenn Pedde, VP of Customer Advocacy at PeoplePath, a seasoned expert in building and managing online communities to discuss why online communities matter now more than ever. Jenn and...
We did it! Our 100th episode. Can you believe it? When we reach a milestone like this, it is a time of joy but also a time to reflect on what we have learned along the way. For host Melinda, there are many wonderful lessons t...
In this episode, host Melinda Lee welcomes Ernie Bray, a dynamic entrepreneur and CEO of AutoClaims Direct (ACD), to discuss Ernie's personal communication journey to overcome stage fright and the critical role of communicati...
Curious about the future of B2B marketing? One spoiler: Communities remain one of its pillars. In this episode, Melinda Lee sits down with Joshua Zerkel, a seasoned community-led growth leader who has helped grow companies li...
Do you dread the idea of becoming an "empty nester" when your kids leave home? What if this transition could be a time of joy, self-discovery, and reinvention instead? Join Melinda Lee and Hanna Bankier, founder of Birdie Lau...
Do you have a great idea that just won't take off and you don't know why? Before you change any aspect of your product, ask yourself: Is the problem my idea, or how am I selling it? Join Melinda and Win Cramer, CEO and founde...
AI sparks a lot of controversy, but for those willing to explore its potential, it's a game-changer for communication. In Episode 95 of the Speak In Flow podcast, host Melinda Lee breaks down how artificial intelligence tools...
In Episode 94 of the Speak In Flow podcast with Product Marketing Executive, David Haboud, we take a look at the world of communication in high-tech environments. Melinda and David focused on the importance of creating things...
In episode 93 of the Speak In Flow podcast, Melinda interviews Dr. Barry Sandrew, a Harvard-trained neuroscientist who has transitioned into a successful entrepreneur and AI innovator in Hollywood. Dr. Sandrew shares his rema...
In episode 92 of the Speak In Flow podcast, Melinda takes us on a journey to help us manage and understand one of the most common and overwhelming emotions: stress. A much-needed guide after the holidays, when we have to retu...
In episode 91 of the Speak In Flow podcast, Devin Fong, an experienced leader in data analytics, shares some great insights on how to effectively communicate complex data by using storytelling, particularly in the finance and...
In episode 90 of the Speak In Flow podcast, Melinda Lee welcomes powerhouse leader Sara Menke, founder of Premier Talent Partners and Asya Technologies. Running two companies may seem like an impossible task, and Sara shares ...
In episode 89 of the Speak In Flow podcast, Melinda Lee has an empowering conversation with Jeffrey Yang, the Chief Technology Officer at Rising Team. They dive deep into how you can supercharge your team by getting them all ...
In episode 88 of the Speak In Flow podcast, Chris Sterbenc, a seasoned startup consultant and fractional Chief Revenue Officer (CRO), shares 35 years of experience working in startups with Melinda. Chris is all about making s...
In episode 87 of the Speak In Flow podcast, the wonderful Cari Stieglitz joins Melinda Lee in a heartfelt conversation about the unique challenges of communication in remote and hybrid work models. As human connection seems t...
In episode 86 of the Speak In Flow podcast, Melinda Lee and Lina La, Program Manager at Palo Alto University, explore the journey of developing your unique leadership identity. Lina shares her experience stepping out of her c...
In episode 85 of the Speak In Flow podcast, Melinda Lee welcomes Renesha Westerfield, an HR executive who shares her journey of embracing vulnerability and authenticity as a key part of her leadership style. Renesha opens up ...
In this episode of the Speak In Flow Podcast, Melinda Lee sits down with Sarah Fruy, a marketing leader at Pantheon with over 20 years of experience strategizing marketing campaigns for companies like Google and TikTok. They ...
In episode 81 of the Speak In Flow Podcast, host Melinda Lee engages with Chrystal Ellis Sweazey, Director of Human Resources at the American Conservatory Theater. With over a decade of leadership experience, Chrystal shares ...