Business Casual: The Stories We Tell, In and Outside of the Boardroom
Business Casual: The Stories We Tell, In and Outside of the Boardroom
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Welcome to Business Casual! I am Mihae Ahn, your host and author of "The Stories We Tell" and "Perfectly Incomplete". Business Casual brings you unfiltered conversations with badass, inspiring, highly accomplished women who are changing the game. I am passionate about and believe in the power of sharing stories, our authentic, raw, and incomplete stories, getting beyond the polished LinkedIn profiles to the real humans behind the titles.Join me for honest talk with remarkable women who are willing to let down their guard and share the stories that truly matter—both in and outside of the boardroom. You will be inspired. More importantly, you will feel seen and heard.
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The podcast explores themes such as personal growth, leadership challenges, and women's empowerment, with episodes like 'Health, Boundaries, and Hope' showcasing heartfelt discussions with inspiring female leaders.

Welcome to Business Casual! I am Mihae Ahn, your host and author of “The Stories We Tell” and “Perfectly Incomplete”. Business Casual brings you unfiltered conversations with badass, inspiring, highly accomplished women who are changing the game. I am passionate about and believe in the power of sharing stories, our authentic, raw, and incomplete stories, getting beyond the polished LinkedIn profiles to the real humans behind the titles.
Join me for honest talk with remarkable women who are willing to let down their guard and share the stories that truly matter—both in and outside of the boardroom. You will be inspired. More importantly, you will feel seen and heard.
The guest of the last episode of season 2 is my dear friend Maricel. We met just a few months ago and I remember thinking, she will hold a significant place in my heart. And she has. Our friendship has been growing quickly and I am honored to call her a friend.
Maricel is a deep thinker with a rich inner world. She has incredibly sharp self-awareness which she has cultivated very intentionally through a lot of self-reflection and writing.
Some key takeaways from the episode include:
- Career paths don't have to be linear—embracing the winding journey can lead to unexpected growth.
- Internal motivation brings more lasting fulfillment than seeking external validation.
- Letting go of relationships that no longer serve you creates space for growth.
- Managing our inner critic through self-reflection is crucial for moving forward.
- Collective thriving and community mindset matter more than individual success alone.
This episode is full of golden nuggets, really. I'm so appreciative of Maricel openly, candidly sharing her journey so far. Please enjoy.
Music: ”Come Out Tonight” by Vicki Vox (via Epidemic Sound)
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