The Glass Sessions Podcast
The Glass Sessions is a weekly light-hearted business podcast hosted by the two Principal Advisors of The Glass Advisory, Courtney and Lauren. They are two best friends who met working their first adult jobs in customer service back in 2012 and have been navigating work and life side by side ever since. Over the years, they’ve climbed the corporate ladder, built and led high-performing teams, and tackled the challenges of leadership, burnout, and reinvention - all while sharing plenty of laughs along the way.
Each Glass Session brings you behind the scenes with real stories, sharp insights, and honest takes on what it actually looks like to grow in today’s professional world: the good, the messy, and everything in between. From leadership lessons to career pivots, it’s the advice you didn’t know you needed, from the friends you wish you had at work.
New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. Subscribe on Apple, Spotify or anywhere you listen to podcasts.
Understanding The Effects of Power At Work With Nik Kinley
We often think of "power" in the workplace as something reserved for the CEO or the boardroom, but the truth is, power dynamics are at play in almost every interaction we have. Whether you are managing a team of ten, leading a project, or just trying to influence a decision, power is shaping how you think, feel, and act—often without you even realizing it.
In this episode of The Glass Sessions, we are joined by Nik Kinley, a London-based leadership consultant and psychologist with a fascinating background. With over 35 years of experience, Nik has worked with everyone from CEOs and royalty to criminals in his time as a forensic psychotherapist. He joined us to discuss his latest book, The Power Trap: How Leadership Changes People and What to Do About It, and to break down the science of how authority physically and psychologically rewires our brains.
Manage Change Like a Pro
Change in the workplace is UNCOMFORTABLE. Whether it’s a re-org, an acquisition, or a shift in strategy, our natural defensive habits often take over - building walls, avoiding difficult conversations, or holding in frustrations until we blow up.
In this episode of The Glass Sessions, we break down how to identify exactly where you stand in the face of change and how to move toward a position of influence and stability.
How To Have Great Meetings
Are your work meetings a productivity drain or a dynamic engine for results? For many, meetings have become a default setting, lacking focus, energy, and clear outcomes. On this week's episode of The Glass Sessions, we dive into how to transform those tedious calendar blocks into opportunities that actually drive connection, clarity, and results. We share practical tips on preparation, confident participation, managing group dynamics, and why the follow-up is your most powerful tool.
Setting Yourself Up For Success Through The End of The Year
The end of the year often feels like an exhausting sprint - a mad dash to close projects, meet targets, and push through until the clock resets in January. But it doesn't have to be.
In this episode of The Glass Sessions, we share how to close out the year with clarity, energy, and intention instead of just counting down the days. We discuss how to get ahead of year-end reviews, build genuine momentum on your most impactful goals, and communicate clearly with leadership about your trajectory for next year.
Is Management Right For You?
Thinking about taking the leap into management? In this episode of The Glass Sessions, Lauren and Courtney share the honest truth about what it really means to lead a team and how to decide if management is the right path for your career.