Over This Should
Welcome to Over This Should, the podcast where we ditch societal expectations, challenge the "shoulds" holding women back, and embrace life on your own terms. Hosted by Pamela Meadows, this empowering series features inspiring conversations, expert insights, and practical strategies to help you set boundaries, boost confidence, and live authentically.
Designed for women ready to step into their power, Over This Should covers topics like self-love, emotional intelligence, navigating relationships, and achieving personal and professional growth. Whether you’re redefining success, balancing life’s demands, or seeking inspiration, this podcast provides the tools and support you need to create a fulfilling, unapologetic life.
Join us every week for uplifting stories, actionable advice, and thought-provoking interviews that empower you to live boldly and authentically. Let’s redefine what it means to thrive—together!
Over This Should
Boss Moves: How to Level Up in Your Career Without Losing Your Sanity
Working harder isn’t the answer—working smarter is.
In this episode, we’re breaking down the three-step strategy to level up your career and business—without burnout, waiting for a promotion, or working yourself into the ground.
You’ll learn how to get visible strategically, negotiate like a boss, and start leading NOW (even before you have the title). Plus, we’re throwing in some jaw-dropping stats about why women get overlooked at work—and exactly how you can make sure you’re not one of them.
It’s time to stop playing small and own your next level.
Key Takeaways:
✅ Hard work alone won’t get you ahead—it’s about strategy, visibility, and leadership.
✅ Get visible strategically: If the right people don’t see your value, you’re invisible. Document your wins and speak up.
✅ Negotiate like a boss: Women earn 82 cents for every $1 a man makes—but women who negotiate their salaries earn an average of 7% more than those who don’t. (AAUW, 2023)
✅ Act like a leader NOW. Leaders solve problems, delegate low-value work, and make themselves indispensable. Your title doesn’t make you a leader—your actions do.
Action Step:
💡 Your challenge: Get clear about what you want, then ask for what you want. Whether it’s a raise, a promotion, or a more flexible schedule—make the ask and back it up with data.
Resources & Links:
👉 Need help stepping into your next level? Work with me 1:1! Learn more at www.pamelameadows.com
👉 Follow me on Instagram for more boss-level career tips: @thepamelameadows.