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Kristi & Tanqueray On The Rocks™ Welcome to the space where bold leaders and edgy entrepreneurs come to feel seen, supported, and inspired. Kristi Straw and Tanqueray Edwards are here to tackle the hard conversations about leadership, entrepreneurship, and navigating life's messy middle – served straight up with authenticity, humor, and practical takeaways. This isn't just a podcast about work – it's about creating the kind of career and life you truly want, without losing yourself in the pr ...
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S3: EP1 Humanity On Tap: Leading the Future of Work with Heart (with Guest Dr. John Tuder)
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Welcome to Kristi & Tanqueray On The Rocks™. In this engaging episode, hosts Kristi Straw and Tanqueray Edwards welcome John Tuders to explore the evolving landscape of work and the indispensable role of human skills in effective leadership. Gain valuable insights on emotional intelligence, building trust, navigating work-life integration, and the …
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S2E7: Insights for 2025 - Empathy, Execution, and Leadership
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In this episode: Kristi & Tanqueray delve into leadership lessons drawn from books, podcasts, movies, and personal experiences. The importance of self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and sharing one’s voice while exploring how personal growth fuels better leadership. Key Takeaways: "Leadership isn’t about hitting numbers; it’s about aligning peo…
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S2E6: The Microaggressions Series - Part 3
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In this 3 part series: Kristi & Tanqueray explore the pervasive issue of microaggressions in the workplace, featuring candid discussions with leaders from diverse backgrounds. Guests shared personal experiences, such as subtle slights, mispronounced names, and inappropriate comments, highlighting the cumulative harm these behaviors inflict on margi…
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S2E5: The Microaggressions Series - Part 2
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In this 3 part series: Kristi & Tanqueray explore the pervasive issue of microaggressions in the workplace, featuring candid discussions with leaders from diverse backgrounds. Guests shared personal experiences, such as subtle slights, mispronounced names, and inappropriate comments, highlighting the cumulative harm these behaviors inflict on margi…
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S2E4: The Microaggressions Series - Part 1
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In this 3 part series: Kristi & Tanqueray explore the pervasive issue of microaggressions in the workplace, featuring candid discussions with leaders from diverse backgrounds. Guests shared personal experiences, such as subtle slights, mispronounced names, and inappropriate comments, highlighting the cumulative harm these behaviors inflict on margi…
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S2EP3: Thriving Through Change with Sara Goscha
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In this episode: Kristi & Tanqueray welcome Sara Goscha, founder of Carroll Management Consulting. Sara shares her transformative journey from corporate executive to purpose-driven entrepreneur, reflecting on how personal loss catalyzed her decision to create a legacy-focused business. Through candid discussions about overcoming a scarcity mindset,…
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S2EP2: Entrepreneurship: Navigating the Wilderness and Betting on Yourself
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In this episode: Kristi & Tanqueray dive into the realities of entrepreneurship, emphasizing that successful ventures come in many forms and timelines. The hosts discuss their contrasting entrepreneurial journeys, with one starting strong with a major client and the other investing time into foundational work, highlighting that there is no singular…
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S2EP1: Discussing Trailblazer Burnout w/ Nakira Carter
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In this episode: Kristi & Tanqueray season two of Kristi and Tanqueray on the Rocks: The Trailblazers Toolkit kicks off with an engaging discussion on "Trailblazer Burnout," featuring guest Nakira Carter, a corporate real estate executive with over 25 years of experience. Nakira shared insights on navigating burnout as a woman of color in corporate…
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S1EP7: Unlearning the Corporate Climb: Redefining Success, Authenticity, and Well-being
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In this episode: Kristi & Tanqueray discuss shedding corporate habits, redefining success beyond the “ladder” mentality, and embracing more fulfilling, multifaceted career paths. With plans for an exciting Season 2, including guest appearances and a series on microaggressions from women of color’s perspectives, they encourage listeners to stay curi…
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S1EP6: Building Authentic Connections: The Power of Community and Self-Directed Growth
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In this episode: Kristi & Tanqueray explore the importance of authenticity, intentional community building, and self-directed growth, especially for leaders transitioning from corporate roles to entrepreneurship. The hosts emphasize that showing up as your true self attracts supportive relationships and strengthens professional networks. They share…
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S1EP5: Unlocking Value: Leadership Tips for Productivity, Growth, and Balance
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In this episode: Kristi & Tanqueray share leadership insights and tips on personal productivity. They discuss the importance of time management through techniques like time blocking, aided by AI tools like ChatGPT, and the value of building in “thinking time” for mental clarity. Key Takeaways: "Be true to you. It ultimately comes back to your intui…
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S1EP4: Resiliency Redefined: Embracing Change and Reclaiming Self-Worth
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In this episode: Kristi & Tanqueray explore the theme of resilience, particularly in the context of job loss and role elimination. Tanqueray shares her experience of handling the emotional impact after her role was eliminated in a major hospitality brand, emphasizing the importance of composure and self-reflection during such challenging moments. K…
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S1EP3: Tall Poppy Syndrome: Getting Cut Down for Standing Out
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In this episode: Kristi & Tanqueray focused this episode's conversation on Tall Poppy Syndrome, a phenomenon where successful women, particularly in leadership, are criticized or undermined for standing out. You'll hear Kristi & Tanqueray's personal experiences and frustrations with the gender gap in leadership and what strategies are useful for ov…
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S1EP2: Hurricane Strikes & AI, The Perfect Storm for Change
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In this episode: Kristi & Tanqueray discuss the critical challenges organizations face as they adopt artificial intelligence (AI) and automation strategies. They delve into how the rapid technological changes, like AI, are transforming the workforce, highlighting the human element often left behind in this transition. Emotional intelligence (EQ) em…
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In this episode: Kristi & Tanqueray dive into the world of corporate rebels. They discuss how embracing one's "unfit and feral" side can be a catalyst for success. With personal anecdotes and expert insights, Kristi and Tanqueray explore the challenges and rewards of breaking free from traditional corporate norms. They encourage listeners to embrac…
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Introducing the On the Rocks Podcast with Kristi Straw & Tanqueray Edwards!
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Join Kristi Straw and Tanqueray Edwards as they shake up the world of work—one cocktail and candid conversation at a time. On this podcast, we dive into the messy realities of corporate life that nobody talks about over office coffee. From the high stakes of boardroom battles to the day-to-day grind that tests our spirits, we're here to share it al…
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