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Hello Moxie
Dr. Melissa Steach, Goddess Athena, and The Art of Working Through Life
Host: Nicole
Guest: Dr. Melissa Steach – Artist, Organizational Psychologist, Career Strategy Coach, and Creator of The Art of Working Through Life, Known for Helping People Redefine Work as a Tool for Building a Values-Aligned Life.
In this bold, insightful, and joyfully real episode, Nicole sits down with the multifaceted Dr. Melissa Steach — industrial-organizational psychologist, artist, coach, and creator of The Art of Working Through Life. From bang fails in Paris to surviving hair-raising childhood encounters, Melissa brings her signature moxie to the mic in a conversation that’s as hilarious as it is profound.
Melissa opens up about her unconventional upbringing, the armor we wear (literally and metaphorically), and her belief that work should be a tool—not a trap. She shares strategies for emotional self-awareness, including how to challenge entrenched beliefs with techniques like Byron Katie’s "The Work." Plus, you’ll hear how Athena, the Greek goddess of wisdom and war, became her childhood avatar — and what a Ford Pinto, a step show, and a screaming friend taught her about survival and communication.
🌟 You’ll also hear:
- Why self-awareness is Melissa’s superpower
- How childhood grit shaped her values
- The leadership mindset shift: “Don’t wear your bikini to the boardroom”
- The difference between being seen vs. being useful at work
- Why curiosity is the real flex in life and leadership
Whether you're climbing the corporate ladder, running your own venture, or figuring out what comes next, this episode is a masterclass in resilience, intention, and heart.
🔗 Connect with Dr. Melissa Steach
- Website: www.drsteach.com
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/melissasteach
- Instagram: @drsteach
- Course: Compassionate Leadership on LinkedIn Learning – Over 29,000 learners and counting!
✨ Favorite Quote from Melissa in this Episode:
“Work isn’t who you are — it’s the tool you use to create a life that feels like you.” — Dr. Melissa Steach
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