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Returning for season four in September 2026.

The Hello Velocity Podcast

If you're a high-achieving woman in leadership who's crushing it at work but behind the scenes you're running on empty - you've found your new favorite podcast.

At Hello Velocity, we're here for the women who are excellent at what they do, but are tired of doing it at the cost of themselves.

Whether you're managing a team, climbing the corporate ladder, or figuring out how to lead without burning out — this podcast is built for you.

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  • Burnout Isn't Just About Being Busy at Work
    5/19/26

    Burnout Isn't Just About Being Busy at Work

    Leadership coach and host Brittany Canaski finalizes this conversation about burnout by identifying personal demands and resources that are influencing or leading you to burnout. She reviews common burnout signs and revisits the Job Demands-Resources model: burnout arises when the demands on us outweigh our resources. She extends this framework to personal life with specific demands and resources we have in our lives.

  • What Comes Next After Getting Laid Off (And How To Prevent Job Search Burnout)
    5/18/26

    What Comes Next After Getting Laid Off (And How To Prevent Job Search Burnout)

    Host Brittany Canaski speaks with career coach and recruiting leader Nicole Anderson about how job insecurity contributes to burnout in 2026 amid layoffs, shifting federal funding, and AI fears. Nicole encourages listeners to stay empowered rather than fear-driven. She shares practical tactics to manage anxiety and gives step-by-step guidance for the first days and weeks after a layoff and for longer searches.

  • Staying Visible and Transparent During Stressful Transitions and Uncertainty
    5/7/26

    Staying Visible and Transparent During Stressful Transitions and Uncertainty

    Host Brittany Canaski interviews Leadership Visibility and Influence Expert Susan Barber about managing stress during workplace change and uncertainty. Drawing on her experience during major organizational transitions at Kraft/Kraft Heinz, Sue discusses common stressors and encourages focusing on what you can control, stepping up during chaos, and seeking peer support.

  • Tech Stress is More Common Than You Think (And What To Do About It)
    5/6/26

    Tech Stress is More Common Than You Think (And What To Do About It)

    Host Brittany Canaski continues the stress and burnout conversation by doing a deep dive into how technology increases anxiety for corporate women, focusing on three areas: being constantly accessible, overwhelming workplace communication channels, and social media. At work, she recommends defining what “urgent” actually means, communicating preferred channels, and limiting email and chat interruptions during meetings or focus time.

  • How Sitting at a Desk Is Draining Your Energy (Techniques to Reduce Tension and Burnout)
    5/5/26

    How Sitting at a Desk Is Draining Your Energy (Techniques to Reduce Tension and Burnout)

    Host Brittany Canaski interviews Workstation Wellness Consultant Anne Asher about how stress and long hours at a desk affect physical wellbeing and contribute to burnout. Anne gives practical desk-alignment guidance and emphasizes gentle habit-building over “perfect posture.” She also recommends frequent short movement breaks to support energy, focus, and long-term health.

  • Romanticize Your Life to Prevent Burnout with Mandy Rogers (How to Recharge with Solo Dates)
    4/14/26

    Romanticize Your Life to Prevent Burnout with Mandy Rogers (How to Recharge with Solo Dates)

    Host Brittany Canaski welcomes Mandy Rogers to discuss investing in your relationship with yourself as a proactive way to prevent stress and burnout. Mandy shares her experience with early burnout, and the warning signs she watches for, including deep fatigue, withdrawing socially, and losing optimism and joy. Mandy outlines three “layers” of solo dates—from small at-home rituals like puzzling, to outings like concerts, to solo travel.

  • Caregiver Stress & Burnout with Tessa Shahid (Balancing Work and Life as a Caregiver)
    4/7/26

    Caregiver Stress & Burnout with Tessa Shahid (Balancing Work and Life as a Caregiver)

    Host Brittany Canaski interviews Tessa Shahid about stress and burnout in caregiving. Tessa describes caregiving as more than full-time direct care - ranging from emotional support to helping friends or family through recovery.  They share ideas for workplace support like therapy benefits, ERGs, talking with your manager, and FMLA, noting companies often do not do enough.

  • The Stress of Being a Working Mom with Caitlin Cohoon (How to Navigate Motherhood and Leadership)
    3/31/26

    The Stress of Being a Working Mom with Caitlin Cohoon (How to Navigate Motherhood and Leadership)

    On this week’s podcast episode, Brittany Canaski interviews Leadership and Communication Coach Caitlin Cohoon about the stress of being a working mom, including navigating maternity leave, returning to work, and feeling spread thin by increased responsibility and decision fatigue.

  • What Does Burnout Look Like for Women in Leadership? A Candid Conversation with Tiffany Benitez
    3/31/26

    What Does Burnout Look Like for Women in Leadership? A Candid Conversation with Tiffany Benitez

    We join Tiffany Benitez of Women in Tech Trailblazers for a crossover conversation on women in leadership navigating burnout and the “messy behind-the-scenes” reality. Brittany shares how burnout surprised her as a business owner. Tiffany discusses recognizing her own burnout indicators, evaluating commitments, and using journaling and priority-setting to say no more often. They also challenge narrow definitions of “women in tech,” and emphasize the power of community.

  • Is Your Need to Fix Everything Causing Burnout with Leah Marone (Stop Fixing Everyone's Problems)
    3/30/26

    Is Your Need to Fix Everything Causing Burnout with Leah Marone (Stop Fixing Everyone's Problems)

    In today's episode we welcome psychotherapist and corporate mental wellness consultant Leah Marone to discuss stress, anxiety, burnout, and “serial fixing.” Leah explains how high-functioning women often operate two to three steps ahead, taking ownership of others’ problems, fueling anxious thoughts and burnout.

  • How to Prevent and Manage Burnout (What's Causing Your Burnout)
    3/9/26

    How to Prevent and Manage Burnout (What's Causing Your Burnout)

    In today's episode we break down what burnout is, what factors are causing it, and specific ideas of how to navigate each factor in order to help you manage and prevent burnout in the future. Listen in for specific techniques to manage each of these causes both within your control and conversations you need to be having with your manager.

  • Breaking the Cycles of Stress, Overwhelm, and Burnout
    3/2/26

    Breaking the Cycles of Stress, Overwhelm, and Burnout

    Welcome back to season three of the Hello Velocity podcast! Brittany shares that this season will focus on stress and burnout - topics that have been especially present for her clients and herself over recent months. Brittany emphasizes that people often feel they have to “ride it out,” and her goal is to help listeners see what’s within their control, manage patterns sooner, and reduce repeated cycles.

  • Season two finale: Navigating holiday stress with confidence and support
    11/25/25

    Season two finale: Navigating holiday stress with confidence and support

    In the season 2 finale of the Hello Velocity Podcast, host Brittany Canaski recaps the diverse topics related to confidence explored throughout the season. Brittany also dives into two essential skills for boosting confidence: how to say 'no' and how to ask for support, especially crucial during the busy holiday season.

  • Empowering women through travel with Megan Grant
    11/18/25

    Empowering women through travel with Megan Grant

    In today's episode we sit down with Megan Grant, Founder and Chief Memory Creator for Cherish Tours, to discuss the transformative power of travel for women. Brittany and Megan discuss topics such as building confidence through travel, the importance of setting intentions, and practical tips for corporate women to navigate holiday travel. Megan also highlights how Cherish Tours supports local women in the communities they visit, making a positive impact in the world.

  • Manifesting success without the hustle with Morgan Hamer
    11/10/25

    Manifesting success without the hustle with Morgan Hamer

    Today we're joined by Morgan Hamer, a manifesting mentor and founder of Morgan Manifests. They discuss the power of manifesting, overcoming personal and professional challenges, and finding balance between masculine and feminine energies. Learn practical strategies for financial freedom, inner peace, and confidence.

  • Building confidence through community
    11/4/25

    Building confidence through community

    Brittany discusses three key ways our confidence can be impacted by others: jealousy, competition, and the importance of a personal board of directors. Brittany emphasizes the value of community and shares insightful advice on fostering meaningful connections to boost confidence.

  • Personal style as a tool for confidence with Lisa Speer
    10/29/25

    Personal style as a tool for confidence with Lisa Speer

    Today we're joined by Lisa Spear, a Business and Personal Brand Strategist at Spearhead Solutions. Discover how personal style can help you boost your confidence and presentation on a daily basis. Learn about the importance of color analysis, fit preferences, and how your personal style can positively impact how you feel and perform.

  • Bridging communication gaps across generations with Charlotte Berry
    10/12/25

    Bridging communication gaps across generations with Charlotte Berry

    In this episode, Brittany sits down with workplace communications specialist Charlotte Berry to discuss the complexities of communicating across different generations in corporate settings. They explore the evolving expectations of younger workers, the fading concept of 'paying your dues,' and the impact of rapid technological changes on communication preferences.

  • Confident mindsets to release fears and limiting beliefs
    10/14/25

    Confident mindsets to release fears and limiting beliefs

    Learn about the role of fears, such as fear of failure and success, and untrue beliefs that may be sabotaging your growth. Discover actionable steps and mindset shifts to build a more confident you, to be ready to tackle new challenges and to achieve your goals.

  • How to be seen as confident at work
    10/6/25

    How to be seen as confident at work

    Brittany shares tangible tips and tricks to exude confidence, providing listeners with practical advice on body language, communication habits, accepting compliments, and more. Whether it's adjusting your posture or refining your speaking habits, these actionable strategies will help you project the confidence you feel internally.

  • Overcoming public speaking fears with Marianna Swallow
    9/29/25

    Overcoming public speaking fears with Marianna Swallow

    In this episode, Marianna shares valuable insights on overcoming stage fright, the benefits of structured yet flexible preparation, and why no one, even high-level executives, should shy away from seeking help to improve their public speaking skills. They also explore why communicating with confidence is crucial at every level of corporate life and offer practical tips for making public speaking easy and enjoyable for everyone.

  • Building confidence in male-dominated workplaces
    9/25/25

    Building confidence in male-dominated workplaces

    Brittany explores how women's relationship with confidence manifests in corporate spaces and the challenges they face. Highlighting systemic biases, such as men being promoted on potential while women on experience, Brittany offers insights and tools to help women navigate these challenges. She also emphasizes the importance of core values, advocates, and allies in fostering a supportive environment for women in the workplace.

  • How to negotiate during career transitions with Nicole Anderson
    9/15/25

    How to negotiate during career transitions with Nicole Anderson

    In this episode, we are joined by Nicole Anderson, an experienced career coach and recruiting leader. Brittany and Nicole dive into Nicole's holistic approach to career transitions, job search strategies, and the importance of confidence in the process. They discuss networking tips, how to maintain energy while job hunting, and specific advice for salary negotiations. Join the conversation and learn how to navigate the evolving job market with confidence.

  • Season two kickoff! Confidence for corporate women leaders
    9/8/25

    Season two kickoff! Confidence for corporate women leaders

    Join host Brittany Canaski in the first episode of season two of the Hello Velocity podcast where she highlights the new season's focus on confidence, especially for corporate women. She outlines the major challenges women have to confidence, such as imposter syndrome, external vs. internal confidence, and overcoming negative perceptions of confidence. Tune in to start thinking about your relationship with confidence and how you can transform it.

  • 12. Staying accountable: season one reflections and future plans
    6/29/25

    12. Staying accountable: season one reflections and future plans

    Join us in the final episode of Season One of the Hello Velocity podcast! Reflect on the topics covered, from work-life balance to building good habits and tackling self-sabotage. Discover key takeaways on staying accountable between seasons and what's coming up next, including a free webinar and insights into Season Two. Thank you to all listeners for your support and feedback—can't wait to see you in September!

  • 11. Overcoming people-pleasing: prioritize yourself
    6/22/25

    11. Overcoming people-pleasing: prioritize yourself

    Today we conclude our self-sabotage series by diving into the concept of people-pleasing. This episode specifically addresses how consistently putting others' needs before your own can negatively impact your wellbeing. We explore the motivations behind people-pleasing, different types observed, and effective techniques to overcome this behavior.

  • 10. Navigating perfectionism: let go of self-imposed pressure
    6/22/25

    10. Navigating perfectionism: let go of self-imposed pressure

    In this episode of the Hello Velocity podcast, we continue our mini-series on self-sabotage by analyzing perfectionism. We explore how perfectionism manifests, where it can be hurting you, and discuss three common types of perfectionism: as a way to control, to win approval, and to avoid negative emotions.

  • 09. Unpacking procrastination: get more done with less stress
    6/8/25

    09. Unpacking procrastination: get more done with less stress

    In this episode, we discuss the ever-present issue of procrastination, which can significantly delay your goals and progress, often leading to unnecessary stress and wasted energy. We'll explore three main types of procrastination: deadline procrastination, productive procrastination, and distracted procrastination. You'll gain new perspectives on how to recognize these behaviors in yourself and others, along with actionable strategies to overcome and manage them effectively.

  • 08. Breaking up with your bad habits: techniques for lasting change
    6/3/25

    08. Breaking up with your bad habits: techniques for lasting change

    We continue our conversation about habits, focusing on breaking bad habits. We discuss how to identify triggers, understand motivations, and create plans to support change. Learn how to replace your bad habits with better alternatives and stay motivated for long-term success. Tune in for actionable strategies and mindsets to invest in a better future self. Don't miss this insightful episode!

  • 07. Building habits that stick: avoiding common pitfalls
    5/25/25

    07. Building habits that stick: avoiding common pitfalls

    In this episode of the Hello Velocity podcast, we delve into the importance of habits in achieving our wellbeing and self-care goals. We discuss the crucial role of habits in daily routines and provide practical insights into building effective habits. Key points include avoiding the pitfalls of an all-or-nothing mentality, the dangers of setting and forgetting habits, and the need to choose habits based on internal motivations rather than external pressures.

  • 06. Designing your morning routine: from rigid to relaxed
    5/25/25

    06. Designing your morning routine: from rigid to relaxed

    In this episode of the Hello Velocity Podcast, we dive into the importance of morning routines and how they set the stage for a productive and intentional day. We discuss common pitfalls, such as not preparing the night before or being too rigid with routines, and offer practical advice to create a morning routine tailored to your individual needs. Discover how simple, consistent morning habits can enhance your well-being, reduce stress, and help you start your day on the right foot.

  • 05. Prioritizing your well-being: fill your own cup first
    5/12/25

    05. Prioritizing your well-being: fill your own cup first

    In this episode of the Hello Velocity podcast, we discuss the critical importance of well-being for leaders. Often overlooked, prioritizing personal well-being is essential for better performance both at work and at home. We explore practical ways to focus on physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health, and provide actionable tips such as starting your day with activities that 'fill your cup.'

  • 04. Embracing change: how to navigate life's unexpected twists
    5/5/25

    04. Embracing change: how to navigate life's unexpected twists

    Join me and dive into how to handle unexpected changes and disruptions that life throws our way. Discover practical tips and mindset shifts to better navigate changes, maintain work-life balance, and stay flexible with your plans. Learn how to adapt to life's inevitable surprises without losing momentum, and explore specific techniques to respond intentionally to events out of your control.

  • 03. Redefining work-life balance: working smarter, not harder
    4/27/25

    03. Redefining work-life balance: working smarter, not harder

    In this episode, we dive into the concept of work-life balance, exploring its realistic application in our daily lives. Learn how to redefine this term for yourself, manage your responsibilities more effectively, and embrace flexibility to reduce stress. Discover practical techniques, including setting boundaries, prioritizing tasks, and asking for help to achieve a more harmonious and fulfilling lifestyle.

  • 02. Uncovering your core values: empower your decision making
    4/13/25

    02. Uncovering your core values: empower your decision making

    In this episode, we delve into the essential topic of core values and their profound impact on everyday decisions, relationships, and goals. We discuss the impact of values on personal and professional life and share actionable steps to discover and refine your core values. The episode highlights how identifying core values can transform life decisions, improve self-alignment, and foster more meaningful connections.

  • 01. Being authentic as a leader: the power of being yourself
    4/13/25

    01. Being authentic as a leader: the power of being yourself

    Brittany discusses the challenges women face in corporate leadership, including the tendency to mimic others or become overly agreeable, which can lead to a lack of authenticity. The episode aims to empower listeners to embrace their authentic selves in leadership roles, leading to greater effectiveness and personal fulfillment.

  • Podcast Trailer
    4/6/25

    Podcast Trailer

    In the trailer, Brittany Canaski, shares that her motivation for starting the podcast is to help address common challenges faced by women leaders, such as burnout, lack of confidence, and people-pleasing. The podcast will cover topics such as improving leadership skills, managing time effectively, overcoming perfectionism, and achieving a better work-life balance.

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