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The Polished Podcast
by The Polished Network
Welcome to the Polished Podcast, your go-to destination for empowering conversations that embolden women in both their faith and work. At Polished Network, we believe your work matters, and we're here to provide the connection you crave, the professional development you deserve, and the Gospel you need.Join host Jane Doerman and our inspiring guests in each episode as we take a deep dive into the themes resonating within the Polished community. Our diverse range of guests, all Christian working women, generously share their unique perspectives and experiences, creating a space where meaningful conversations unfold.Whatever brought you here today, we're thrilled to have you as part of the Polished community. Each episode is crafted to resonate with you, sparking a renewed sense of purpose and emboldening you to flourish on your leadership journey. Tune in for stories that inspire, encourage, and empower as we navigate the intersection of faith and work together.
Episodes
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Ep 41: Why Joy is a Leadership Strategy with Catrina Ballard
In this heartfelt and inspiring finale of The Polished Podcast, host Jane Doerman sits down with Catrina Ballard, founder and owner of Happy Teams, to explore how joy can be a transformative leadership strategy. Wrapping up the Leading Joyfully series, this conversation dives into Catrina's…
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Ep 40: Choosing Joy Amidst Adversity with Debora Grandison
In this powerful episode of The Polished Podcast, host Jane Doerman sits down with Debora Grandison, founder of She Speaks From a Joyful Heart, LLC, to explore what it truly means to lead joyfully—even in the face of life's toughest challenges. Debora's story is one of resilience, faith, and an...
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Episode 39: Leading Joyfully in a Divided World: Faith, Politics, and Curiosity with Kaitlyn Schiess
In this powerful and thought-provoking episode of The Polished Podcast, host Jane Doerman sits down with Kaitlyn Schiess—author, writer, podcaster, and Duke Divinity School student—to explore what it means to lead joyfully in a politically divided world. With a heart for integrating faith and...
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Ep 38: Singleness with Purpose: Leading Joyfully in EVERY Season
In this episode of The Polished Podcast, host Jane Doerman sits down with Kelly Werner, founder of Mission Single, to explore what it means to lead joyfully as a single Christian woman. The conversation centers on finding purpose, building community, and embracing God's calling in every season of...
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Episode 37: Leading Gratefully through Embracing Adversity with Ellie Nieves
In this episode of The Polished Podcast, host Jane Doerman sits down with Ellie Nieves—attorney, speaker, women's leadership coach, and faith-filled road warrior—to explore the powerful theme of leading gratefully through adversity. Ellie shares her journey from navigating the pressures of New…
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Ep 36: Embracing My Voice with Gratitude with Elaine Lin Hering
In this episode of The Polished Podcast, host Jane Doerman and special guest Elaine Lin Hering explore what it means to Lead Gratefully by embracing our voices. Elaine, author of Unlearning Silence, shares her journey of breaking free from silence in the workplace and encourages women to speak…
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EP 35: Moving Forward Together: The Story of the Merger of Polished Network and 4word with Melissa Harrison
Episode Show Notes: Melissa Harrison In this special episode of *The Polished Podcast*, host Jane Doerman takes a moment to pause from the usual format to introduce Melissa Harrison, the Executive Director and President of 4word. Fresh from the announcement at the BOLDLY Conference 2024, Polished...
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Ep: 34 Inviting Holy Spirit Into Your Workplace with David Silko
In this episode of The Polished Podcast, hosted by Jane Doerman, guest David Silko, a retiree turned refiree, AND Polished Network board member, shares how gratitude can be a game-changer in leadership. With decades of experience in accounting and operations, David reveals how leading with...
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Ep 33: Bold Leadership- Embracing Your Identity in Christ
Have you ever felt torn between the demands of leadership and the question of your identity in Christ? In this powerful episode of The Polished Podcast, hosted by Jane Doerman, we dive into this critical theme with Nadya Dickson, National Director of The Master Program for Women. Nadya shares her...
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Ep 32: Bold Leadership as a Faith Driven Leader with Ann Eileen Thompson
Are you ready to lead with courage and faith? In this powerful episode of The Polished Podcast, host Jane Doerman welcomes Ann Eileen Thompson, coach, advisor, and host of the Faith Driven Leader Podcast, to dive deep into what it means to lead boldly. Ann shares her inspiring journey from...
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Ep 31: How Humility Makes Us Bold Leaders with Denise Lee Yohn
In this episode of The Polished Podcast, host Jane Doerman sits down with Denise Lee Yohn to explore the theme of "Leading BOLDLY" through humility. Bold leadership is often mistaken for being loud or forceful, but Denise shares a refreshing perspective: true boldness is deeply rooted in humility...
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BONUS SERIES: The BOLDLY Podcast E3: Be Transformed
BOLDLY Podcast Episode 3: Be Transformed In the third and final episode of *The BOLDLY Podcast* mini-series, host Jane Doerman explores the powerful theme of transformation, asking listeners to consider how God can renew their minds, their work, and their lives. Joined by influential guests like...
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Ep 30: Women, Work and Calling with Joanna Meyer
Summary: In this episode of The Polished Podcast, host Jane Doerman welcomes Joanna Meyer, Executive Director of Women, Work, and Calling, to discuss what it truly means to lead boldly in response to God's calling. Joanna shares her personal journey of bold leadership, shaped by deep trust in…
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Ep: 29 Emboldened Leadership in Healthcare with Joni Watson
In today's episode of The Polished Podcast, host Jane Doerman sits down with Joni Watson, a registered nurse and Chief Vision Officer of The Creating Collective, to explore what it means to lead boldly in healthcare. With a passion for leadership and a deep commitment to integrating faith into…
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BONUS SERIES: The BOLDLY Podcast BE EMBOLDENED
BOLDLY Podcast Episode 2: Be Emboldened Welcome to the second installment of our bonus series: THE BOLDLY PODCAST, hosted by Jane Doerman. Today, we delve deep into a topic that resonates with so many women—embracing the title of "leader." Surprisingly, many women, even those involved in...
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Ep 28: How Stewarding Your Health Can Elevate Wise Leadership with Ginger Hill
In this episode of The Polished Podcast, host Jane Doerman sits down with health and wellness expert Ginger Hill to discuss how caring for your physical health is essential to leading wisely. Ginger shares her insights from over 15 years in the wellness industry, emphasizing that leadership is...
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Ep 27: Building Purposeful Communities and Embracing Our Limits with Grant and Cheyanne Skeldon
In this compelling episode of The Polished Podcast, host Jane Doerman sits down with Grant and Cheyanne Skeldon for an insightful conversation on leading the next generation with wisdom and purpose. Together, they explore what it means to build strong, sustainable communities that empower young...
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Ep 26: Leading Wisely with Resilience with Alli Worthington
In this episode of *The Polished Podcast*, host Jane Doerman sits down with Alli Worthington, a speaker, author, business coach, and mom of five, to explore the powerful connection between resilience and wisdom in leadership. After facing personal and financial hardship, Alli rebuilt her life…
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Ep 25: The Power of Emotional Intelligence in Leadership with Kristin Bartholomew
In this episode of The Polished Podcast, host Jane Doerman sits down with Kristin Bartholomew, a leadership development coach specializing in emotional intelligence. We explore the theme of "Leading Wisely," focusing on how divine wisdom, as described in James 3:17, can guide us through the...
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BONUS SERIES: The BOLDLY Podcast E1: Be Renewed
Welcome to the very first episode of the BOLDLY Podcast, where we give you an insider's look at what makes the BOLDLY Conference so special. I'm your host, Jane Doerman, and today, we're diving deep into the essence of BOLDLY, a conference designed for women who are driven in work and anchored in...
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Summer Mixtape Series with Jane Doerman
In this final episode of the *Polished Podcast Summer Mixtape Series*, host Jane Doerman wraps up the summer with a heartfelt discussion on a virtue we all struggle with—patience. Drawing from her personal story of navigating career setbacks during the Great Recession, Jane reflects on how…
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Polished Podcast Summer Mixtape Series with guest Rosemary Flaaten
In this episode of the Polished Podcast Summer Mixtape Series, host Jane Doerman talks with Rosemary Flaaten, Co-Director of the Siloam Springs Polished Chapter. Rosemary shares a devotional thought challenging us to consider how our ordinary lives can be transformed by God, starting with…
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Polished Podcast Summer Mixtape Series with Leslie Lowery
In this episode of the Polished Podcast Summer Mixtape Series, host Jane Doerman speaks with Leslie Lowery, Co-Director of the Polished Castle Hills Chapter. Leslie shares encouragement from Ephesians 3:20, urging women to integrate their faith and work, as God desires to be included in every...
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Polished Podcast Summer Mixtape Series with Erin Baxter
In this episode of the Polished Podcast Summer Mixtape Series, host Jane Doerman welcomes Erin Baxter, the former Communications Director for Polished Network. Erin shares an encouraging message for women seeking to be emboldened in their faith to follow Jesus. She highlights the often-overlooked...
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Polished Podcast Summer Mixtape Series with Jessica Rimmer
In this episode of the Polished Podcast Summer Mixtape Series, host Jane Doerman sits down with Jessica Rimmer, Director of one of the Oklahoma City Chapters. Jessica shares her perspective on how God is our boss and how the work we do every day is a form of worship. Drawing inspiration from...
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Polished Summer Mixtape Series with Kathy Book
In this episode of the Polished Podcast Summer Mixtape Series, host Jane Doerman welcomes Kathy Book, Director of one of the Cincinnati Chapters. Kathy discusses the merger between her organization, Women in the Marketplace, and Polished Network, which took place a year ago. She shares a…
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Summer Mixtape Series with Heather Davila
In this episode of the Polished Podcast Summer Mixtape Series, host Jane Doerman is joined by Heather Davila, Co-Director of the North Dallas Chapter. Heather shares her passion for the mission of the Polished Network, which aims to embolden women in their faith and work. Drawing from her...
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Summer Mixtape Series with Aduré Oleru
In this episode of the Polished Podcast Summer Mixtape Series, host Jane Doerman sits down with Aduré Oleru, the Polished Chapter Director for Atlanta. Adure shares her journey within the Polished Network, reflecting on the unique gifts we all have and how they can be used in our work and...
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Ep 24: Transforming Work Cultures Through Embracing Enthusiasm
Today, we conclude our series on "Leading with Enthusiasm" with Tiffanie Limbrick, Director of Licensing for RightNow Media and one of our Polished Chapter Directors. She is also creating a new resource for the Polished Network, set to release in mid-July. Tiffanie's unique journey, from working…
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Ep 23: Building Smart and Healthy Teams At Work
In this enlightening episode of the Polished Podcast, host Jane Doerman is joined by Katie Armentrout, founder of People-fluence, to discuss the transformative power of leading with enthusiasm and building a smart, healthy team. Katie's journey from her family's retail business to her impactful...
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Ep 22: Overcoming Barriers Through Enthusiastic Leadership
Today's episode centers on the transformative power of leading with enthusiasm. Join us as we explore this dynamic leadership style with Ariel Moore, Senior Director at the Center for Social Innovation at Oklahoma State University. Discover how enthusiasm can inspire others to dream more, learn...
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Ep 21: Building Resilience In Our Leadership
Summary: Feeling burnt out or overwhelmed in your leadership role? Discover how to reignite your passion and resilience with insights from Melissa Mashburn, an inspiring Author, Speaker, Pastor, and Executive Director of Ministry Chick. In this episode of the Polished Podcast, Jane and Melissa...
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Ep 20: Leaving A Legacy Through Leading With Care
Ready to leave a lasting legacy? In the final episode of our "Leading with Care" series, we explore the profound impact of compassionate leadership. Host Jane Doerman welcomes Martha Brangenberg, founder and co-host of the iWork4Him and sheworks4him podcasts. Martha embodies leading with care,...
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Ep 19: Prioritizing Meaningful Professional Relationships
Discover the power of "leading with care" on this episode of the Polished Podcast. Join host Jane Doerman and guest Shalynne Jackson, a Diversity and Inclusion expert and Principal Strategist at Sonders Strategies, as they delve into building meaningful relationships at work and in life. Shalynne...
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Ep 18: Cultivating Curiosity in our Leadership
Dive into the heart of leadership on The Polished Podcast with host Jane Doerman and special guest Leah Brown. In this episode, the spotlight is on leading with care, exploring how curiosity can transform relationships and ignite meaningful change. Leah Brown, a licensed professional counselor…
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Ep 17: Empowering Working Moms with Teresa Tanner
Spring is blooming, and with Mother's Day just around the corner, it's time to celebrate the remarkable women who shape our lives. Whether you're a biological mother, an adoptive mom, an aunt, or a spiritual mentor, the role of motherhood, in all its forms, is a vital cornerstone of our community...
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Ep 16: Attuning to the Holy Spirit with Tracy Mathews
Have you ever felt like the concept of care in the workplace is easier said than done? Let's talk about it! This month join us in a series of conversations surrounding the concept of what it looks like to lead with care. Today, we start by exploring the foundation of renewal and refreshment: our...
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Ep 15: Casting A Clear And Captivating Vision
Struggling to cast a compelling vision for your team? Join us on the Polished Podcast as host Jane Doerman teams up with Jenni Catron, CEO of The Foresight Group, to tackle this critical leadership challenge head-on. Together, they delve into the complexities of communication, unlocking…
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Ep 14: Navigating the Art of Content Creation with Sarah Kuban
This is a story worth telling! Join Jane as we dive into the captivating world of content creation at the Magnolia Network with our special guest, Sarah Kuban, the Senior VP of Content. From Asbury University to leading alongside Chip and Joanna Gaines, Sarah shares her incredible journey filled...
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Ep 13: Empowering Women Through Communication with Kendra Ramirez
Today's conversation with our guest Kendra Ramirez focuses on leading with communication as a faith-oriented woman in the tech industry. Kendra shares her journey, emphasizing direct communication in male-dominated spaces and the importance of allies. We will be challenged to consider how to…
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Ep 12: The Sacred Work of Writing with Peggy Bodde
Discover the hidden potential of effective communication in leadership on the latest episode of the Polished Podcast with special guest Peggy Boddet. Peggy is a trailblazing author, leader, and founder of Sacred Work a foundation dedicated to providing women with free career and leadership...
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Ep 11: Unlocking Innovation with Dr. Amber Teufel
Summary: We're unlocking innovation through collaboration with today's guest– Dr. Amber Teufel, Group Head Microbiologist at Procter and Gamble. Together, Jane and Amber explore the transformative power of collaboration in the workplace and beyond. From navigating the complexities of embracing...
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Ep 10: Unity in Action Through Collaborative Decision Making with Pastor Stephanie O'Brien
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you had to make a significant decision all by yourself, not knowing which direction to go? In today's episode of the Polished Podcast, Jane Doerman and Stephanie O'Brien, the lead Pastor of Mill City Church, have a profound conversation. Pastor...
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Ep 9: Building a Firm Foundation of Trust
We are continuing our journey of learning how to lead with collaboration and in this episode, we explore the essence of collaborative leadership with God in both personal and professional realms. Our guest Jackie Johnson, Director of Growth at WorkMatters, vulnerably shares her story and...
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Ep 8: Chasing Radical God-Sized Dreams with Erica Dvorak
Welcome to the Polished Podcast with your host, Jane Doerman! In celebration of International Women's Month, we're diving into the theme of leading with collaboration, and we have the incredible Erica Dvorak joining us. Erica, an entrepreneur and visionary behind Faith and Gather, shares her...
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Ep 7: Seeing Others with Karla Blair
Tune in to the latest episode of the Polished Podcast with host Jane Doerman and special guest Karla Blair,Senior Accounting Operations Mgr for GE Aerospace! Discover how Karla's steadfast commitment to leading with love transforms both her professional and personal life. From her empathetic...
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Ep 6: How We Show Up with Sarah Thebarge
Dive into the latest episode of The Polished Podcast with host Jane Doerman and guest Sarah Thebarge! Discover the transformative power of leading with love as Sarah demonstrates the power of showing up for others, even in the face of personal brokenness. Sarah is an author, speaker, nurse and...
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Ep 5: Pursuing Equity with Kelley Johnson
In this episode, Jane continues to explore the transformative power of leading with love alongside special guest Kelley Johnson, CEO of KEIRUS by KJE. Together, they explore the vital components of vulnerability, empathy, and kindness in leadership. Through Kelley's personal journey and insights,...
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Ep 4: Called to Cultivate with Chelsea Sobolik
Today's episode delves into the theme of the month, "Lead with Love." Join Jane and her guest, Chelsea Sobolik, Director of Government Relations at World Relief and author of the book "Called to Cultivate: A Gospel Vision for Women and Work" & "Longing for Motherhood - Holding onto Hope in the...
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Ep 1: Polished Podcast 2.0 with Kat Armstrong
Join Kat Armstrong and Jane Doerman in this special relaunch episode of the Polished Podcast! As they embark on Polished Podcast 2.0, they reflect on memorable moments, share insights, and introduce Jane as the new host. Whether you're a long-time listener or tuning in for the first time, buckle…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to the Polished Podcast, your go-to destination for empowering conversations that embolden women in both their faith and work. At Polished Network, we believe your work matters, and we're here to provide the connection you crave, the professional development you deserve, and the Gospel you need.Join host Jane Doerman and our inspiring guests in each episode as we take a deep dive into the themes resonating within the Polished community. Our diverse range of guests, all Christian working women, generously share their unique perspectives and experiences, creating a space where meaningful conversations unfold.Whatever brought you here today, we're thrilled to have you as part of the Polished community. Each episode is crafted to resonate with you, sparking a renewed sense of purpose and emboldening you to flourish on your leadership journey. Tune in for stories that inspire, encourage, and empower as we navigate the intersection of faith and work together.
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