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Work Unscripted

Marlo Lyons
Leadership
Career Advancement
Career Development
Burnout
Promotion
Boundaries
Executive Presence
Feedback
Performance Reviews
Nervous System
Executive Leadership
Emotional Resilience
Fulfillment
Board Governance
Curiosity
Work Friendships
Trust In the Workplace
Leadership Visibility
Stress Management
Workplace Communication

Work Unscripted with Marlo Lyons offers a candid exploration into the realities of career advancement and leadership. Hosted by Marlo Lyons, executive career coach and former HR exec, this podcast brings unfiltered insights on work, leadership, and finding your path. Episodes feature in-depth discussions with industry leaders who share real stories and practical tools, and honest insights from Mar... more

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HR works for the company, not for you.

Have you ever walked into HR thinking, “Finally. Someone is going to listen. Someone is going to help.” And then nothing changed, or things got worse. In this solo episode of Work Unscripted, Marlo Lyons breaks... more

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Using AI once in a while is not the same as changing how you work. In this episode of Work Unscripted, executive coach Marlo Lyons talks with AI product leader Tatsiana Maskalevich about how to move beyond one-off chatbot prompts and start thinking i... more

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Your boss may know things about the future of your job long before you do. A reorganization. A budget cut. A project ending. Even layoffs. And still, they have to walk into meetings, look everyone in the eye, and act completely normal.

In this Crack... more

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In executive search, by the time a senior leadership role is posted, the conversation may already be well underway.

Search firms are building lists. Boards are asking who they trust. Decision-makers are comparing reputations. And leaders are being d... more

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Tammy Levent
Travel entrepreneur and author, founder of Elite Travel Management Group
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Cassandra Thompson
Connection and career expert
Episode: Stop Networking. Start Connecting: How to Build Real Relationships at Work with Cassandra Thompson
Trixi Menhardt
Executive and life coach
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Episode: How to Stop Chasing External Validation and Start Choosing Fulfillment with Trixi Tschiedel Menhardt
Michelle Reina
Co-author and trust expert, researcher and practitioner
The Art of Trust Building; Trust and Betrayal in the Workplace; Rebuilding Trust in the Workplace
Episode: Trust in the Workplace: How It Breaks, Why It Fails, and How to Rebuild It with Drs. Dennis & Michelle Reina
Dennis Reina
Co-author and trust expert, researcher and practitioner
The Art of Trust Building; Trust and Betrayal in the Workplace; Rebuilding Trust in the Workplace
Episode: Trust in the Workplace: How It Breaks, Why It Fails, and How to Rebuild It with Drs. Dennis & Michelle Reina
Wendy Sterling
Former corporate executive turned coach focused on energetic intelligence (EI) and money mindset
Private practice / Coaching
Episode: Why You’re Stuck in Money Stress (And How to Shift Your Energy, Standards, and Results) with Wendy Sterling
Margo Boster
Coach and author of Mindfully Successful
Mindfully Successful (book)
Episode: Crushing It… But Exhausted? How to Break the Burnout Cycle with Margo Boster
Casey Webster
HR executive and gamification expert
MyHR Extension
Episode: Career Advancement Strategies: Think Like a CEO, Not an Employee with Casey Webster
Dr. Jacob Kashiwagi
Leadership expert advocating no-influence leadership
Leadership Society of Arizona
Episode: What If Leadership Isn’t About Influence? Rethinking Leadership with Dr. Jacob Kashiwagi

Host

Marlo Lyons
Host of Work Unscripted and noted executive career coach with HR leadership background.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 25 ratings
  • Real talk!

    Love the real talk, the real questions and insight. I’ve known Marlo since we were in law school together. She’s always been very insightful and I’m so happy to get to hear real issues we are all dealing with and powerful, positive solutions! Listen to these podcasts. You won’t regret it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OCU law fellow friend
    United States7 months ago
  • The best there is!

    Marlo has helped me through so many phases, and will always be my trusted source for career guidance. Listen to what she has to say!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tali L.
    United States10 months ago
  • True rockstar!

    Marlo is a great thought leader and rockstar! #Relatable #Authentic

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joan G. Wilmer
    United Statesa year ago
  • The Power of The Pause

    Marlo nails it in every episode. Highly recommend the Resilience episode. Incredibly relatable for anyone that has “run out of gas” and how to adapt to change - RESILIENCE

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mrs. Sage
    United Statesa year ago
  • Insightful and captivating

    Love this podcast! Marlo has a great way of providing coaching and insight through her personal experiences. I really loved her episode on the truth about HR, with how you can leverage HR for your career growth but to also understand what HR’s role at the company is - which is so important when you do want to leverage HR. Plus other episodes come with great guidance like tapping into talent and different styles, and not just terming someone because they are different from you. Love it!! Great po... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Evergreen926
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Guests and host deliver relatable leadership insights with measurable frameworks.
The show is praised for resilience-focused guidance and clear communication strategies.
Audience finds the insights timely for navigating modern workplace dynamics.
Real talk about authentic career guidance that's practical and actionable.
Listeners appreciate honest, real-world coaching and usable takeaways.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#235
Australia/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#232
Mexico/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#241
Singapore/Business/Careers

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

How Recruiters Really Work: Insider Tips to Accelerate Your Job Search with Kristen Fife
Q: How should a candidate approach outreach to recruiters and hiring managers?
Candidates should research the recruiter's current roles and specialties, personalize messages, and demonstrate specific interest in the company and role. They should avoid generic inquiries, and when possible, reach out to the hiring manager or a referral inside the company. Timing matters; outreach should occur when not in final interview stages or after a notification of an open headcount, and they should present a concise value proposition.
How Recruiters Really Work: Insider Tips to Accelerate Your Job Search with Kristen Fife
Q: What should a job seeker do to improve visibility and increase their chances in a tough market?
Pillar strategies include increasing visibility through volunteering in the field, building a thought leadership footprint via LinkedIn articles or blogs, networking with peers and hiring managers, and leveraging referrals. She also emphasizes tailoring and updating resumes to highlight relevant experience, using the STAR method to describe accomplishments, and engaging with recruiters and hiring managers in a targeted, informed way.
How Recruiters Really Work: Insider Tips to Accelerate Your Job Search with Kristen Fife
Q: Explain the difference between contract, agency, and internal recruiters and how they interact with hiring managers.
Kristen explains there are agency recruiters (staffing firms), internal corporate recruiters, campus recruiters, and executive recruiters. Agencies source candidates for client job descriptions, internal recruiters hire directly for the employer, campus recruiters focus on entry-level and internships, and executive recruiters handle senior-level searches with longer timelines. All work with hiring managers to fill roles, but they operate under different contracts, scopes, and confidentiality norms.
How to Thrive as a Highly Sensitive Person at Work: Managing Burnout, Feedback, and Mental Health with Heather Dominick
Q: What is your hope for the future of leadership for highly sensitive professionals?
Dare to go against the tide and empower HSPs to own their difference, acting for betterment.
How to Thrive as a Highly Sensitive Person at Work: Managing Burnout, Feedback, and Mental Health with Heather Dominick
Q: What is the first step someone can take tomorrow to lead differently?
Determine if you or someone on your team is an HSP and use that insight to adapt leadership and processes.

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This show focuses on real-world career growth, leadership, and navigating workplace dynamics. Episodes frequently explore topics like building trust at work, clear communication, reducing defensiveness in conversations, and aligning personal values with professional milestones. Guests range from HR thought leaders to executive coaches, offering practical frameworks and actionable steps for better management, resilience, and career momentum. A standout thread is the emphasis on psychological safety, self-leadership, and boundary-setting as foundations for sustainable success in modern organizations.

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Recent guests on Work Unscripted include:

1. Tammy Levent
2. Cassandra Thompson
3. Trixi Menhardt
4. Michelle Reina
5. Dennis Reina
6. Wendy Sterling
7. Margo Boster
8. Casey Webster

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