This episode is about the skills that actually move the needle: The very real, very underrated ability to be human at work. I’m joined by Hayley Dawson, founder of Let’s Talk Human Skills, who helps people develop the kind of presence, trust, and clarity that gets you hired, remembered, and respected, without faking it.We get into what human skills actually are (spoiler: not fluff), how to show up with quiet confidence in interviews and conversations, and why deep thinkers and good listeners might already have the upper hand. Hayley shares frameworks, real stories, and those mic-drop moments that make you go, “Oh… that’s what I’ve been trying to say about myself.” If you’ve been craving something more real in your work life, this one’s for you.✨ If this episode hit home, drop a quick rating. It's like a quiet nod of approval that helps more people find the pod.📩 Thoughts or questions? DM me at @awfullyquietpodcast🔗 Connect with Hayley: [Instagram] | [Substack]
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#80: Mid spiral? Press play.
You’re doing the work. Making moves.And still—the doubt hits. Loud.This episode is a soft landing for that in-between.A quiet check-in on ambition, identity, and what it means to build something slow, sharp, and real.If you’ve ever questioned your pace, your path, or whether you’re “doing enough”—you’re not alone.This is the part we don’t post about. But it matters.The second half? A 6-minute grounding track.No mindset hacks. No pressure.Just something solid to come back to.Quietly obsessed? Leave a rating so more people can find us.Have a thought? DM me: @awfullyquietpodcast
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#79: Low-Key Loud: Speak Less, Be Heard More at Work
If you're the type who'd rather think than speak, process slowly, and say “I’ll circle back” instead of jumping in... this one’s for you. We’re flipping the script on the idea that loud = powerful. Spoiler alert: sometimes, the quietest voice in the room is the one that actually shifts the conversation.We’ll break down what “low-key loud” actually looks like, why it works (especially if you’re introverted), and how to practice it in meetings, emails, and moments where you usually overthink your way into silence.Hit play if you're over proving yourself and ready to move differently.✨ Loved it? Drop a rating so more introverts can find us.📩 Slide into our DMs @awfullyquietpodcast and share your thoughts.
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#78: Unseen ≠ Unworthy: How to Handle Feeling Invisible at Work
Do you feel invisible at work? Like you're doing the work, but no one really *sees* you?In this episode, we’re talking about the invisible weight of being an introvert in a loud workplace. Not being seen doesn’t mean you’re not worthy, but it *does* mean it’s time to shift how you’re showing up, in a way that still feels like you.I’ll walk you through:- Why invisibility often starts before we even enter the workplace- The difference between quiet resentment and quiet power- 3 subtle shifts you can try this week to build visibility without burning outThis one’s for the introvert who’s ambitious *and* self-aware + ready to be known for who they actually are.✨ If this episode hit, leave a rating—it helps more introverts find us.📩 Wanna share your thoughts? Slide into @awfullyquietpodcast DMs.
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#77: Your Inner Voice Is the Main Character ft. Jessica Faith Graham
Have you ever stopped to consider that the key to your success isn’t just what you do, but how you treat yourself in the quiet moments? We’re taught to push harder, to prove our worth through effort and external validation. But what if the real game-changer is something simpler—and more profound—than that?In this episode, I sit down with Jessica Faith Graham—children's book author and therapist—who’s here to flip the script on what success actually means. Self-love isn’t some fluffy idea; it’s a career flex.The way you treat yourself when no one’s watching shapes the way you show up when everyone is. Want better opportunities, more fulfilling work, and real success? It’s time to start showing up for yourself first. Forget hustle culture. Forget proving yourself to everyone else. It’s all about you and your relationship with yourself.This isn’t about spa days or feel-good affirmations (though, love those). It’s about showing yourself grace, building self-trust, and believing that you are worthy of the opportunities you desire. The quiet confidence that lets you move differently, take up space, and build a career that actually fits you. The career you want? It starts with the most important meeting of the day—the one where you meet yourself. This conversation is for anyone who’s ready to understand that success starts from within. It’s time to start showing up for yourself in ways that nurture your soul and empower your path forward. When you make this your priority, everything else will fall into place.✨ If this episode hit home, drop a quick rating. It's like a quiet nod of approval that helps more people find the pod.📩 Thoughts or questions? DM me at @awfullyquietpodcast - I’m listening.🔗 Connect with Jessica: [Instagram] | [Book: The Love Inside on Amazon] | [Website]
Are you someone with a quiet nature, yet dare to dream big when it comes to your career?
The Awfully Quiet Podcast is here to show you how your being awfully quiet is often misconstrued, but can become a killer asset in the workplace, in board rooms, at dinner tables.
We cover subtle career strategies that get you noticed for your unique strengths and introduce you to introvert leaders and experts who have built widely successful, exceptional careers for themselves.
This Podcast is hosted by Hannah Šoša - INTJ, 6/2 Projector, Corporate Brand Marketer & Founder of SUBTLE CAREERS.
With her signature program “Brand Your Quiet” she teaches Personal Brand Strategy tailored for introverts and is on a mission to get more introverts a seat at the table and in positions they thrive in.
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