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Ever feel like you need ALL the answers before making a move, Sausers? In this episode, hosts Molly and Liz are diving into the 80/20 rule—but not the one you're thinking of. They're talking about how decision-making is actually 80% courage and only 20% certainty, why healing requires surrendering to what happened before you can take action, and how self-trust is built through the tiny promises you keep to yourself every single day. If you're an all-or-nothing person (hi, it's them), this conversation is going to resonate. They're breaking down how to find peace with not having it all figured out and why that might actually be the most powerful move you can make. Let's get into it.

Have you received an email at work and thought, "this email is concise and clear on the ask," how do I write more like this. Or maybe, you are good at writing direct and clear emails, and when you receive emails from colleagues, you want to give them tips to cut out words like sorry, just, very, and should. This week's episode of The Saus covers clear and bold language in emails and what words to remove that might sound passive or perhaps unassertive. An ep from the vault and not to miss! Enjoy, Sausers!

At work, we can all get frustrated with processes, policies, or decisions, people - and sometimes we have solutions or ideas to make things better, but how do you actually roll that up without sounding like you're just complaining? In this episode, Molly and Liz break down the crucial difference between venting and advocating, and give you the how-to with practical tips for raising concerns in a way that gets heard and respected. Whether you're dealing with inefficient processes, policy changes that affect you personally, or you're a leader trying to coach your team through their complaints, this conversation gives you a clear framework for advocating effectively. Perfect for anyone who's ever felt stuck between staying silent and speaking up, but wasn't sure how to do it without damaging relationships or coming across as negative.

In this episode, Molly and Liz dive into one of the toughest challenges leaders face: how to guide your team through uncertain times without losing their trust or creating panic. Drawing from their own leadership experiences and recent news of Glassdoor's merger with Indeed, they share practical do's and don'ts for communicating authentically during business struggles. They explore the delicate balance between being honest about challenges while avoiding toxic positivity and what they've learned along the way. Whether you're navigating layoffs, market downturns, or organizational changes, this conversation offers candid insights into leading with integrity when the stakes are high. A must-listen for anyone who's ever wondered how to keep their team motivated when everything feels uncertain.

In this milestone episode, hosts Molly McKinstry and Liz Hajjar celebrate turning 40 by diving deep into three game-changing mindsets: choosing progress over perfection, understanding that rejection is actually redirection, and the power of showing up as your authentic self. Whether they're sharing stories from their 40th birthday trips or getting vulnerable about being recovering perfectionists and people pleasers, Molly and Liz serve up the kind of honest, relatable conversations that make you feel like you're chatting with your good friends. If you're ready to run your own race, show up authentically, and maybe plan that dream trip you've been putting off, The Saus is your weekly dose of empowerment, wisdom, and fun.

In the exciting Season 5 premiere of The Saus, hosts Molly McKinstry and Liz Hajjar dive into a topic that resonates with everyone in the workplace: what's in our control, what's outside our control, and what we can influence. Inspired by March Madness basketball tournament dynamics, the duo explores how we often waste energy stressing about things beyond our control—like company-wide decisions at the C-suite level or leadership changes—while underestimating what we actually can control, including our mindset, attitude, boundaries, and communication style. Molly and Liz also unpack the powerful middle ground of influence, where constructive feedback, relationship building, and intentional presence can shape outcomes without directly controlling them. Join them as they kick off an exciting new season with practical wisdom for navigating workplace dynamics with confidence and clarity. Sausers, thank you for being here, whether it has been for 1 episode or all episodes, thrilled to have you as a part of The Saus community!

Inspired by the Super Bowl Molly and Liz talk about navigating what's next after being let go or laid off from your job. They dive into strategies for maintaining confidence during career shifts. This candid conversation tackles thoughts on fighting recency bias, taking things 'poco a poco' (little by little), and embracing the power of sliding doors moments. They discuss remembering you're more than your job title. Whether you're facing a layoff or contemplating change, Liz and Molly offer a compassionate roadmap for navigating career changes while staying true to yourself. A timely discussion for anyone feeling the impact of recent industry shifts.

Back with their first episode of 2025, Liz and Molly share their survival guide for high-pressure moments at work and life. After weathering what felt like "the longest year that was January," :) they break down three game-changing phrases to maintain your cool when tensions rise: "That's interesting, tell me more," "Help me understand your perspective," and "What would a good outcome look like for you?" Whether you're facing an urgent crisis, managing conflicting opinions, or navigating tough decisions, these practical EQ strategies will help you lead with clarity and stay composed under pressure.Simple but not always easy! Enjoy, Sausers. Inspired by IG Post by @wingsinstitute

In this end-of-year episode, hosts Molly and Liz dive into what it truly means to mature at work while avoiding burnout. Drawing from peak performance expert Julia Arndt's insights, they explore essential strategies for maintaining professional excellence without sacrificing your wellbeing - from setting healthy boundaries to practicing self-compassion. As the holiday season approaches, they share personal experiences and candid reflections on managing energy, handling feedback, and giving yourself permission to have "off weeks." Whether you're sprinting to meet year-end goals or feeling the weight of holiday commitments, this conversation provides the perfect blend of actionable advice and reassuring reminders to help you close out 2024 with intention and step into the new year with both ambition and self-compassion. Episode inspired by a post from : @peakperformancewithJulia Follow The Saus: IG : @thesauspodcast LI : @thesauspodcast Tik Tok: @thesauspodcast

Join us this week as we pull an oldie but goodie from the vault (no video it's that old!). Hosts Molly & Liz dive into Imposter Syndrome. They each share when they have experienced it and how they have learned to deal with hit (spoiler alert, they continue to work through it today). Imposter syndrome is a. hot topic in today's workforce and life. Enjoy, Sausers!

Join hosts Liz and Molly this week for an inspiring conversation with Angie Vaux, founder of Women in Tech Forum and Women Leaders Forum. With 25 years of experience in tech leadership across SAP and TripAdvisor, Angie shares her expertise on building a personal board of directors - a network of 5-6 trusted advisors who can propel your career forward. Learn how to strategically select mentors and sponsors, the importance of seeking diverse perspectives and honest feedback, and why women need to prioritize career development. Whether you're early in your career or a seasoned leader, you'll gain practical insights on building professional networks and embracing Angie's secret sauce: "Feel the fear and do it anyway." LI Angie Vaux: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angie-vaux-28561914/ Women in Tech Website: https://www.womenintechforum.com/

In the 21st century, we rarely see what we saw people 40 years ago do. Work at one company for X amount of years and retire. Today, depending on our careers, we are lucky to work at a few different companies. And sometimes when we leave a company, we are sad to leave even though we know it's is right. In this episode, your hosts discuss something we've never spoken about before on The Saus, grieving the 'loss' of a job. Why you should do it, why it is crucial, and why take the time to mourn. We hope you enjoy, Sausers!

In this episode of The Saus, hosts Molly McKinstry and Liz Hajjar dive into the often-overlooked topic of career seasons. They explore the natural ebb and flow of professional life, from periods of intense hustle and growth to times of steady maintenance and even moments of bold reinvention. Drawing from personal experiences and industry insights, Molly and Liz discuss how to recognize these seasons, adapt to them, and use them to your advantage. They offer valuable perspectives on balancing career ambitions with personal life, managing burnout, and the courage it takes to consider a complete career pivot. Whether you're a rising star, a seasoned executive, or contemplating a major professional change, this episode provides actionable insights on navigating your career journey to fit your season. Enjoy, Sausers! Instagram Post inspiration for this episode from @rebuild.with.rhia Follow The Saus Podcast: IG: @thesauspodcast Linkedin: @thesauspodcast TikTok: @thesauspodcast FB: @thesauspodcast

Wendy Harris is intelligent and fierce and real. She gives the advice you want and need to hear. This is an episode you do not want to miss, Sausers. After a very successful career in Finance, Wendy moved into Tech as a Sales Leader. Wendy has worked for incredible brands and built incredible sales team. This is an episode you will not want it to end. Enjoy, Sausers! Follow Wendy on LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendyharrisirl/

Hi Sausers, Can networking feel awkward or maybe even a bit slimy? It is hard to make time for it because it is one. more. thing. Tune into this episode for why there is so much power in networking and tips on making it enjoyable. We hope this episode encourages you to reach out to people, attend events and see how networking can you help you walk away with gratitude. Enjoy,Sausers! Articles referenced: Indeed: https://uk.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/business-networking HBR: https://hbr.org/2016/05/learn-to-love-networking

Sausers, in this week's episode learn practical strategies for building confidence in your professional life with hosts Liz and Molly. This episode explores Mel Robbins' refreshing take on confidence. Your hosts walk through 5 useful tips to enhance your confidence. Whether you're dealing with imposter syndrome, navigating career setbacks, or aiming to advance your professional growth, this episode provides actionable advice to help you become a more confident version of yourself. Join Liz and Molly to hear practical tips with examples that will help you take decisive steps towards your goals and embrace the challenges that foster genuine confidence. Enjoy, Sausers! Follow us on socials: IG: @thesauspodcast Tik Tok: @thesaudpodcast LI: @thesauspodcast Mel Robbins podcast episode link here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/21xePLmMVneXbBTZWyXrfD?si=181aebe991ac4cf2

Hi Sausers, we still have about 3 weeks left of summer, does it feel like summer is starting to end and it's back to pre-summer routines? Looking for motivation as you head into fall season? In this episode, your hosts, Liz and Molly discuss tips on back to work, life, all of it after summer. It's fun, light and good tips to keep motivation high heading into fall! Enjoy, Sausers! Follow up on socials: Instagram: @thesauspodcast TikTok: @thesauspodcast Linkedin: @thesauspodcast Articles referenced: https://www.forbes.com/sites/laurencebradford/2018/09/26/how-to-beat-the-post-summer-slump-and-get-motivated/ https://www.speakeragency.co.uk/blog/back-to-the-office-how-to-deal-with-post-summer-situation

Join hosts Molly and Liz this week as they interview Ahsley Carter, founder and CEO of Go Beyond Perfect. Perfectionism, what a loaded topic. Many of us have been successful because of our perfectionism, but does it cause us to burn out? Does is increase anxiety? Do we feel we always have to strive to be 'perfect'? Ashley explores all of this with Molly and Liz and talks about how can you be a high performer without the stress of perfectionism. Enjoy, Sausers!

Happy Summering, Sausers. Pulling one from the vault this week. Remember in school when your neighbor would ask to copy your work and you said, 'no way'? What about in the workplace? This week your hosts Liz and Molly steal Jeff Su's LI post covering one of Google's values "Steal with Pride." In this episode, they cover how to share your work so you can get credit. How to ask a co-worker to share their work with you and how you can be sure to give them credit. And if a co-worker steals your work and doesn't give you credit, what to do. Finally, a big focus on why stealing other's work is important, but how to do it appropriately (aka give them credit!) Enjoy, Sausers!

AI is the talk of everywhere these days. Meet an investor in it, Diana Kimball Berlin. While Diana is a Series A investor in AI, she also has a colorful career and so much to learn from. She is an avid reader and a swiftie. Tune in to this episode to learn how and where to dive into AI. How to go after what you want in your career. And which Taylor Swift album really is the best. Diana is a gem, you won't want to miss this episode!