Speak In Flow

How loud is your inner critic? Would you love to silence the inner critic and develop the skills to Speak in Flow? After a decade of studying the state of flow, Melinda Lee has found the actionable and practical steps for heart-centred leaders to develop their communication confidence. Melinda helps leaders like you overcome their fear of public speaking and transform self-doubt into confidence & freedom, so they can exponentially increase their impact with heart and ease. We all have an internal dial of authentic strength, and when we learn to turn it up in spite of our circumstances, people feel and hear us, and our world changes. That is the power of our voice. When we Speak in Flow: · We feel free to be ourselves. · We speak from the heart. · We can connect with our audience · We feel more in alignment with our purpose. · Other people are attracted to us, and more opportunities show up! There are many ways to manifest authority, abundance and influence. What I stand for and love doing is empowering others to get in touch with their heart, tune into their intuition, and communicate their truth. This is Speak in Flow.

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  Episode #180

  Why 60% of Your Employees Are Financially Stressed

  Sep 24, 202626 minS2

  Financial stress is a taboo topic at work. Nobody talks about it, even though financial compensation is usually the main reason people show up in the first place. But staying silent doesn't make the problem disappear, it just makes it bigger. In today's episode, Laura Brecher, Senior Manager for Success and Growth at Balance Financial Wellness, joins Melinda Lee to unpack why financial stress is one of the most overlooked drivers of disengagement, absenteeism, and lost productivity in the workplace. In This Episode, You Will Learn: Financial Stress Is a Leadership Issue, Not Just a Personal One Why financial wellness should be treated as an employee benefit alongside physical and mental health, and how stress that starts at home follows employees into the workplace, shaping their concentration, decision-making, and engagement. The Invisible Struggle Behind “Disengagement” “What barriers might this person be carrying that we can help remove?” Why financial stress is often invisible to leaders, and how reframing the question from “why isn't this employee more engaged” to what's really going on can transform how you support your team. Understanding Your Team's “Money Scripts” Why managing money isn't about intelligence or motivation, but about the deeply personal beliefs, habits, and “money scripts” people develop long before their first paycheck, and how these unconscious biases shape financial decisions at every level of an organization. Listen First, Then Act “No one organization can solve complex challenges alone.” Why the first step for any leader is asking employees what they're actually experiencing rather than assuming the answers, and how partnering with financial wellness organizations creates a stronger, more resilient workforce. ___________________________ Everyone obsesses over commission structure. Uncapped vs. capped. Tiered vs. residual. Accelerators vs. flat bonus. But the plan almost never dies on the formula. It dies on the explanation. If your reps can't tell you how their next deal maps to their next paycheck, you have a communication problem. And it's costing you revenue. Read our latest article, “How Commission Strategies Turn Employees Into Owners” to fix the communication gap. ___________________________ About the Guest: Lara Brecher is the Senior Manager, Partner Growth and Success at Balance Financial Wellness, a nonprofit dedicated to making financial wellness accessible to everyone. With nearly 20 years of experience in community development and partner relations, Lara has built her career around a single mission: helping people navigate financial systems that weren't built for them. At Balance, she partners with employers, healthcare organizations, financial institutions, and community groups to bring one-to-one financial coaching and education to the people who need it most. Her work is grounded in the belief that financial wellness isn't just about money, it's connected to mental health, workplace engagement, and long-term organizational success. Connect with Lara Brecher: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lara-brecher-4621a039/ Fun Facts: • ‍‍ Mother to two tiny humans and two fluffy cats • Lives in Oakland, CA • Loves yoga and hiking ___________________________ About Melinda: Melinda Lee is a Presentation Skills Expert, Speaking Coach, and nationally renowned Motivational Speaker. She holds an M.A. in Organizational Psychology, is an Insights Practitioner, and is a Certified Professional in Talent Development as well as Certified in Conflict Resolution. For over a decade, Melinda has researched and studied the state of “flow” and used it as a proven technique to help corporate leaders and business owners amplify their voices, access flow, and present their mission in a more powerful way to achieve results. She has been the TEDx Berkeley Speaker Coach and has worked with hundreds of executives and teams from Facebook, Google, Microsoft, Caltrans, Bay Area Rapid Transit System, and more. Currently, she lives in San Francisco, California, and is breaking the ancestral lineage of silence. Website: https://speakinflow.com/ Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/speakinflow Instagram: https://instagram.com/speakinflow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpowerall Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app. Leave us an Apple Podcast review.

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  Episode #179

  Why small decisions kill business value

  Sep 17, 202635 minS2

  How does a decision stick when priorities and how to accomplish them change every day, creating an environment of hostility and confusion? Michael Bush, founder of GrowthWays and creator of the Guardrailing Framework, has spent over 25 years helping CEOs and leadership teams answer exactly that question. In this episode of the Speak In Flow Podcast, Melinda Lee unpacks Michael's powerful framework for strategic decision-making. This episode is essential listening for any leader who understands that good decisions don't happen by accident. In This Episode, You Will Learn: Start with the Destination in Mind "If you don't know where you're going, it makes it really difficult to even set off in a direction." Instead of reacting to what's in front of them, high-performing organizations start by defining the end game, down to the date, the dollar amount, and the buyer. The Power of “Good Decisions” “Good decisions mean they hurt no one, they add value to lives and to the business, and you really can't go wrong if you keep it that simple.” Michael breaks down what makes a decision “good” vs. “bad” and why the golden rule still applies in the boardroom. Short-Term Goals, Frequent Rewards When everyone in the organization knows the goal, miracles happen. Michael shares real-world examples of how open-book management and company-wide bonuses turned struggling companies around faster than anyone anticipated. Breaking Down Silos “If you can't trust a coworker or your boss, it makes it really hard to be effective, because you're always watching your back rather than doing your job.” The organizations that struggle are the ones with silos, cults of personality, and leaders who say they have an “open-door policy” but punish anyone who challenges them. ___________________________________ Commission strategy is a leadership decision, not a finance afterthought. The formula matters, but the formula only works if people actually understand it. Read our latest article, "How Commission Strategies Turn Employees Into Owners” to boost your team's productivity. ___________________________________ About the Guest: Michael Bush is the founder of GrowthWays Partners and creator of the Guardrailing® Framework, a decision-making methodology that helps leaders build more valuable businesses aligned with what matters most. With over 25 years of experience, Michael has raised over $200 million in growth capital and been involved in transactions exceeding $325 million in enterprise value. He previously served as President and CEO of Ganeden, leading its global expansion and acquisition by Kerry Group. Today, he advises founders, CEOs, and investors on growth strategy, leadership, and exit readiness. Connect with Michael Bush: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelbush/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/GrowthWays-Partners/61560996898333/# Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growthwayspartners/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@GrowthWaysPartners Other Important: https://substack.com/@michaelbushsf GrowthWays Website: https://www.growthways.com/ Fun Facts: Musician who donates show proceeds to charity Certified meditation instructor ‍‍ Father of three daughters Performs improv comedy with his wife ___________________________________ About Melinda: Melinda Lee is a Presentation Skills Expert, Speaking Coach, and nationally renowned Motivational Speaker. She holds an M.A. in Organizational Psychology, is an Insights Practitioner, and is a Certified Professional in Talent Development as well as Certified in Conflict Resolution. For over a decade, Melinda has researched and studied the state of “flow” and used it as a proven technique to help corporate leaders and business owners amplify their voices, access flow, and present their mission in a more powerful way to achieve results. She has been the TEDx Berkeley Speaker Coach and has worked with hundreds of executives and teams from Facebook, Google, Microsoft, Caltrans, Bay Area Rapid Transit System, and more. Currently, she lives in San Francisco, California, and is breaking the ancestral lineage of silence. Website: https://speakinflow.com/ Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/speakinflow Instagram: https://instagram.com/speakinflow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpowerall Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app. Leave us an Apple Podcast review.

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  Episode #178

  How to Protect Employee Morale During Budget Cuts

  Sep 10, 202635 minS2

  Being motivated when there's a lack of external incentives is hard. So how do you manage to keep your employees motivated during hardships? In this episode of the Speak in Flow podcast, Melinda Lee sits down with Laurice Gonzalez, Principal Financial Analyst at San Francisco Public Works, to explore what truly drives employee engagement when budget cuts, hiring freezes, and uncertainty are the new normal. In This Episode, You Will Learn: The Truth About Motivation in Hard Times "Let's just call it what it is." Why accepting and naming difficult realities, rather than sugarcoating them, is the first step toward building trust and protecting employee morale when budgets tighten and uncertainty looms. Communication as the Foundation of Trust “Clarity builds trust… when communication is hindered, people start filling in the gaps.” How inconsistent or withheld information leads employees to create their own (often worse) narratives, and why transparency, even about hard truths, actually strengthens organizational culture. The Cadence of Consistency Why consistent, predictable communication creates a sense of security, and how follow-ups and Q&A opportunities reinforce transparency over time. The Power of Purpose Over Paychecks “When you help people realize the meaning behind their roles, it ignites accountability.” Why connecting daily work to a “North Star” purpose is one of the most effective (and free) ways to reignite engagement when external rewards are limited. ____________________________________________ How can you improve your employees' working conditions if you don't know what's bothering them? The reality is that a good work environment and feeling heard have a greater impact on employee retention than we realise, particularly during tough times for the company. Read our latest article, "How to Make Every Employee a Brand Representative," to learn the best strategies and frameworks for getting honest feedback from your employees. ____________________________________________ About the Guest: Laurice Gonzalez is a Principal Budget Analyst at San Francisco Public Works, where she bridges financial strategy and people operations. Born and raised in the Philippines, she moved to the Bay Area in 2013 and has built a diverse career spanning advertising, the tech industry, the Superior Court of California, and now public service. At SF Public Works, she has led initiatives in employee engagement, strategic planning, process improvement, and operations budget, always with a focus on how people, operations, and strategy intersect to drive organizational success. Connect with Laurice Gonzales: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurice-gonzales/ Fun Facts: Weekend dog mom to Paeng, who claims most of her free time Has more houseplants than she's willing to admit Loves painting florals and botanicals Happiest with a good book, acrylic paint, and a quiet weekend ____________________________________________ About Melinda: Melinda Lee is a Presentation Skills Expert, Speaking Coach, and nationally renowned Motivational Speaker. She holds an M.A. in Organizational Psychology, is an Insights Practitioner, and is a Certified Professional in Talent Development as well as Certified in Conflict Resolution. For over a decade, Melinda has researched and studied the state of “flow” and used it as a proven technique to help corporate leaders and business owners amplify their voices, access flow, and present their mission in a more powerful way to achieve results. She has been the TEDx Berkeley Speaker Coach and has worked with hundreds of executives and teams from Facebook, Google, Microsoft, Caltrans, Bay Area Rapid Transit System, and more. Currently, she lives in San Francisco, California, and is breaking the ancestral lineage of silence. Website: https://speakinflow.com/ Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/speakinflow Instagram: https://instagram.com/speakinflow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpowerall Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app. Leave us an Apple Podcast review. Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.

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  Episode #177

  How to Align Your Leadership Team in 30 Days

  Sep 3, 202626 minS2

  In any company, the main focus is always to “get the job done,” and training and development efforts are often limited to technology and instrumental labor. This can hinder efficiency, especially as the company grows. In this episode, Melinda Lee sits down with M.K. Palmore, founder of Apogee Global RMS, to discuss why communication is the most overlooked strategic tool in business today. Drawing on his 30+ years of experience in enterprise risk and cybersecurity, M.K. explains why breakdowns in execution almost always come back to people. In This Episode, You Will Learn: The Holistic Approach to Risk Why cybersecurity, technology, and process failures are almost never the real problem, and how looking at the “seams” between people, process, and technology reveals the hidden cracks in your organization. Why Overcommunication Is Your Superpower “Sometimes it's okay to reiterate the same message every month. It's not rote; it's resetting expectations.” How the best leaders keep strategy alive by saying it over and over, and why repetition is the key to real alignment. The Mid-Management Breakdown Your executive team may understand the vision, but if your mid-level managers don't live and breathe it, your strategy dies at the execution layer. Learn where the breakage really happens and how to fix it. Investing in People That Might Leave “What happens if you invest in your leaders and they leave? What happens if you don't?” Why developing your people, even if it means preparing them for opportunities outside your company, is the single highest-return investment you can make, and how it creates a culture of loyalty that brings talent back stronger. –––––––––––––––––––––––––– We all know the drill: fill out the feedback form, say the “right” things, and move on. Your employees are lying to you, not out of malice, but out of fear. Most organizations are swimming in “safe” feedback while the real issues fester underneath. The solution isn't more surveys, it's a fundamental shift in how you communicate. Read our latest blog post. "How to Make Every Employee a Brand Representative" and learn the pillars of a feedback culture. –––––––––––––––––––––––––– About the Guest: M.K. Palmore is the Founder and Principal Advisor of Apogee Global RMS, an enterprise risk management firm built on his founding thesis that cyber, physical, and human capital risk are no longer separable but a single interconnected system, the Nexus of Risk. Over a 35-year career spanning the U.S. Marine Corps, the FBI, Palo Alto Networks, and Google Cloud, M.K. has led cybersecurity and risk initiatives at the highest levels of national security and global enterprise. Today, he advises organizations on integrated risk management, speaks internationally, and hosts The Risk Apogee podcast. Connect with M.K. Palmore: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mkpalmore/ Website: www.apogeeglobalrms.com Fun Facts: ⚓ Marine to FBI: Served as a U.S. Marine Corps officer before becoming an FBI Special Agent and earning his SWAT Operator certification. AI & Cloud Insider: Held senior roles at Palo Alto Networks and Google Cloud, giving him a front-row seat to enterprise AI and cloud-scale security. Student of Leadership: Believes leadership is a lifelong discipline, and the best leaders never stop learning. –––––––––––––––––––––––––– About Melinda: Melinda Lee is a Presentation Skills Expert, Speaking Coach, and nationally renowned Motivational Speaker. She holds an M.A. in Organizational Psychology, is an Insights Practitioner, and is a Certified Professional in Talent Development as well as Certified in Conflict Resolution. For over a decade, Melinda has researched and studied the state of “flow” and used it as a proven technique to help corporate leaders and business owners amplify their voices, access flow, and present their mission in a more powerful way to achieve results. She has been the TEDx Berkeley Speaker Coach and has worked with hundreds of executives and teams from Facebook, Google, Microsoft, Caltrans, Bay Area Rapid Transit System, and more. Currently, she lives in San Francisco, California, and is breaking the ancestral lineage of silence. Website: https://speakinflow.com/ Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/speakinflow Instagram: https://instagram.com/speakinflow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpowerall Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app. Leave us an Apple Podcast review.

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  Episode #176

  Executive Presence Born from Crisis

  Aug 27, 202625 minS2

  Before everyone dives into fall planning, this month, we’re revisiting some of our favorite conversations that every executive should have fresh in their mind! A terrifying moment of personal crisis can become the catalyst for reclaiming your sense of purpose. Many think that being courageous is an innate trait, when in reality, this is an ability born from resilience. Karla Yepez, HR Director for aerospace manufacturer Trio Manufacturing, embodies this truth. In this episode of the Speak in Flow podcast with Melinda Lee, Karla shares how she hit rock bottom and the mindset shift that not only brought her back but solidified her mission to lead with humanity. In This Episode, You Will Learn: The Power of a Pivot “I had to take a really hard look in the mirror and remind myself who I am.” Karla’s journey reveals that our deepest challenges often prepare us for our greatest callings. When fear paralyzed her, she drew strength from a lifetime of overcoming adversity, realizing, "I was not made to break." The Effect of Curiosity “I didn't just file the file, I would read.” Long before her director title, Karla’s innate curiosity and willingness to ask questions transformed a simple filing job into a launching pad for her career. Her story is a testament to how a learning mindset can turn any role into an opportunity. What Your Darkest Moment Reveals “I was deteriorating, but inside I was still functioning.” The crisis that forced Karla to confront who she was under pressure, was a leader who, despite crumbling internally, never abandoned her duty to her team. The “Human” in Human Resources “Bring back human to human resources.” Build a culture you want to be in, you must embody the principles of empathy and justice, proving that the strongest organizations are built on a foundation of genuine human connection. About the Guest: Karla Yepez is the Director of Human Resources at Trio Manufacturing, Inc., a world-class leader in precision manufacturing for the aerospace and defense sector. Beginning her career in an entry-level filing job, Karla's innate drive to learn and help others propelled her into an unexpected HR role during a crisis. Karla is a passionate advocate for building cultures where people feel valued, protected, and connected to a purpose larger than themselves. Fun Facts: Mission-Driven Pride: She feels a deep, personal connection to her work, knowing that the components her company produces are essential to U.S. national defense. This isn't just a job; it's a contribution to the freedoms she cherishes. Chipotle to Boardroom: Before leading HR, Karla applied the customer service principles she learned at Chipotle to her early office jobs, proving that foundational skills translate everywhere. Driven by Mentorship: She attributes much of her success to the mentors who saw her potential, from the VP who noticed her curiosity while filing to the founders of Trio, who provided security and guidance. About Melinda: Melinda Lee is a Presentation Skills Expert, Speaking Coach, and nationally renowned Motivational Speaker. She holds an M.A. in Organizational Psychology, is an Insights Practitioner, and is a Certified Professional in Talent Development as well as Certified in Conflict Resolution. For over a decade, Melinda has researched and studied the state of “flow” and used it as a proven technique to help corporate leaders and business owners amplify their voices, access flow, and present their mission in a more powerful way to achieve results. She has been the TEDx Berkeley Speaker Coach and has worked with hundreds of executives and teams from Facebook, Google, Microsoft, Caltrans, Bay Area Rapid Transit System, and more. Currently, she lives in San Francisco, California, and is breaking the ancestral lineage of silence. Website: https://speakinflow.com/ Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/speakinflow Instagram: https://instagram.com/speakinflow LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mpowerall Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app. Leave us an Apple Podcast review. Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.

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