78 episodes
Opt In Melissa Franks
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5.0 • 6 Ratings
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Do I have to be friends with my co workers to get ahead? Should I take the promotion even if I hate the job? Is my salary big enough or am I getting screwed? Do I have to choose between having a family and having a career? I've been laid off now what do I do? I'm Melissa Franks, and I've spent the last 25 years building my corporate career and a family to along the way, there have been bumps and bruises and some epic going down in flames of glory moments. My journey up the corporate ladder found me forging new ground without a safety net. Through my real life stories, experiences, and special guests on the show, I take the mystery out of how to succeed in the corporate world. I'm going to spill all the tea about how decisions are really made, how to tell who the hidden influencers are, and how to realize your full potential while enjoying the process at the same time. Each week, we will dive into a topic where I will share the good, the bad, and the ugly of my experiences and what we can all learn from them. You will walk away each week with a clear set of next steps to take action and improve your circumstances. We are going to speak frankly and freely about when it's time to opt in or to opt out. Opt In is a place where you can come to get practical, actionable advice to propel your career and your life in the direction you want. Work with me: www.melissafranks.com/offers
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How to Identify Your Corporate Identity
The episode discusses Melissa's awakening at a conference and the impact it had on her business identity. It explores the importance of adapting to changes in the business environment and the insights gained from attending a conference. The experience at the conference led to a new understanding of entrepreneurship and a reevaluation of the entrepreneurial spirit.TakeawaysAdapting to changes in the business environment is crucial for professional growth.Attending conferences and events can pr...
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It's Time We Start Treating our Employee's Like Adults
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The Leadership Lesson that Harrison Butker Taught Us
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Beauty Counter - What Really Happens when Private Equity Moves In
This episode Melissa discusses the recent buyback of Beauty Counter by its founder, Greg Renfro, after private equity firm Carlyle Group acquired the majority shareholder interest in the company. The conversation explores the implications of this buyback and the challenges faced by Renfro in rebuilding the business. It also highlights the human element of such transactions, particularly the impact on the 65,000 brand advocates who relied on Beauty Counter for income. The episode concludes wit...
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The Importance of Demonstration and Explanation in Business
In this episode, Melissa discusses the difference between show and tell and the importance of demonstration and explanation in business. She highlights how show and tell in kindergarten is the first opportunity to practice presentation skills and emphasizes the need to cultivate and capitalize on this skill throughout life. Melissa explains that telling provides information and facts, while demonstrating and explaining give practical exhibitions and convey understanding. She explore...
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How to Make A Seamless Professional Change
In this episode, Melissa Franks discusses the possibility of pivoting and making changes in one's career or personal life. She shares her own personal story of going through a major life shift and how she applied her skills and expertise to navigate through it. Melissa emphasizes that everyone has an unending bank of skills and expertise that can be transferred to different situations. She encourages listeners to focus on their favorite skills and lead with them when making a change. Cla...