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Ordinary To Badass

Marie Sonneman
Ordinary To Badass
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    440: You Learned to Work Twice as Hard… Now You Need to Stop

    04/05/2026 | 19 mins.
    You learned to work twice as hard to prove yourself…
    ...…but what if that’s the exact thing holding you back?
    Think working harder gets you promoted?
    ...Think again.
    In this episode, I’m breaking down the quiet truth most people don’t realize until it’s too late:
    👉 The people getting promoted aren’t always the hardest workers
    ...👉 They’re the ones who are easiest to choose
    If you’ve been the one who:
    Takes on more
    Handles everything
    Keeps things running behind the scenes
    …and still gets overlooked?
    ...
    This episode is going to hit.
    ✨ Theme: Visibility & Advocacy
    We’re talking about the shift from:
    ...👉 working harder → to being seen clearly
    ...👉 proving yourself → to being the obvious choice
    🔥 Why “working twice as hard” is actually working against you
    ...💡 What your boss is really using to decide who gets promoted
    ...💬 The subtle shift that makes your impact visible—without feeling fake
    ...
    And if this episode has you thinking:
    “Okay… so what SHOULD I be doing instead?”
    ...
    I’ve got you.
    🎁 Join my free live masterclass:
    What Actually Decides Promotions (Behind Closed Doors)
    I’ll walk you through:
    👉 What your boss is actually looking for before they promote someone
    👉 Why hard work alone isn’t getting you picked
    👉 How to make your work visible without being loud or fake
    👉 The shift that makes you the obvious choice
    👉 Save your seat here: https://go.ordinarytobadass.com/joinbcd-now
    💬 If this hit you, DM me “MOVE UP” on Instagram
    ⭐ And if you’ve ever been overlooked but know you’re capable of more—leave a review. You’re not the only one.
    You’ll hear:
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    439: You Don’t Have a Confidence Problem — You’re Ignoring Your Intuition

    27/04/2026 | 32 mins.
    Most people think they need more confidence to take action.
    ...But what if that’s not the problem?
    ...
    In this episode, we’re flipping the script.
    ...
    Because the truth is—you already know what to do. You’ve felt it in those quiet moments, in your gut, in that nudge you keep second-guessing. The issue isn’t a lack of confidence… it’s that you’ve been taught not to trust yourself.
    ...
    We talk about:
    Why you keep overthinking decisions you already know the answer to
    How constantly seeking validation is eroding your self-trust
    The real relationship between intuition and confidence (and why most people get it backwards)
    Simple ways to start reconnecting with your inner knowing
    If you’ve ever felt stuck, indecisive, or unsure of your next move—this episode will help you see that you’re not broken… you’ve just been ignoring the most reliable guidance you have.
    Hit play and start trusting yourself again.
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    438: You Got Promoted… But Something Feels Off at Work

    20/04/2026 | 10 mins.
    Ever walked away from a work conversation thinking, “Nothing they said was wrong… so why did that feel off?” In this episode, we unpack the quiet, often invisible shifts that happen when you step into leadership—especially the ones no one prepares you for. From changing team dynamics to subtle disrespect, repeated ideas, and that “tone” you can’t quite call out, this is the stuff that stacks up.
    You’ll hear real stories—from losing casual friendships after a promotion to navigating moments where you’re talked down to without it being obvious. More importantly, you’ll learn how to handle it without shrinking or snapping. Because the real skill isn’t just confidence—it’s having the language to respond in the moment.
    If you’ve ever replayed a conversation wishing you’d said something differently, this one’s for you.

    Reach out to me on IG @Ordinarytobadass and tell me if you can relate.
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    437: You’re Not Broken—You’re Covered Up- From autopilot to alignment with Kathrin Fox

    06/04/2026 | 8 mins.
    What if the reason your life doesn’t feel aligned… isn’t because you’re doing it wrong—but because it was never really yours to begin with?
    Think growth is about becoming better, stronger, more confident?
    Think again.
    In this remix episode, Kathrin Fox—a transpersonal psychologist and coach—dives into what it really takes to peel back the layers of conditioning, expectations, and autopilot living… so you can finally reconnect with who you actually are.
    From feeling unseen and out of place… to building a life rooted in truth, values, and self-trust—this conversation will challenge the way you think about success, leadership, and even yourself.
    ✨ Theme: Mindset Breakthroughs
    We’re talking:
    Why so many high-achieving women still feel disconnected
    The hidden patterns running your life (without you realizing it)
    How slowing down might be the most powerful move you can make
    You’ll hear:
    🔥 Why reacting isn’t the same as choosing—and how to take your power back
    💡 The role your values play in clarity, confidence, and decision-making
    💬 What it actually looks like to peel back the layers and come home to yourself
    This isn’t about fixing yourself.
    It’s about realizing…
    you were never broken to begin with.
    💬 If this hit you, DM me “BADASS” on IG @ordinarytobadass
    ⭐ And if you loved it, rate + review—it helps more women step into their power
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    436: You Learned How to Fit In—Here’s How to Stand Out (Without Feeling Fake)

    30/03/2026 | 8 mins.
    You did everything right.
    ...Worked hard. Stayed low-key. Easy to work with.
    So why are you still not the obvious choice for promotion?
    Because this isn’t a confidence problem.
    ...It’s a visibility problem.
    In Part 2 of this series, we flip the script.
    You’ll learn why being “easy to work with” is quietly holding you back—and what actually gets you promoted instead. (Hint: it’s about becoming the safest bet in the room.)
    We’re breaking down:
    The real difference between being liked vs. being trusted with more
    Why promotions are risk decisions (not rewards for hard work)
    The dangerous gap between what you do and what your boss actually sees
    3 powerful shifts to go from reliable → promotable
    How to start translating your work so leadership gets it
    And if you’ve ever felt overlooked—even though you KNOW you’re capable—this episode is going to change how you show up starting today.
    Because you don’t need more confidence.
    ...You need to be more understood.
    🎧 Listen now—and then send this to the woman who’s been doing everything right but still isn’t being seen.
    Click the link below to get in the classhttps://go.ordinarytobadass.com/joinbcd

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About Ordinary To Badass

A podcast for women who are capable—but tired of being overlooked in rooms not built for them. Hosted by Marie Sonneman, a law enforcement lieutenant turned leadership coach, this podcast delivers unfiltered conversations, practical career advice, and leadership strategies for women in predominantly male industries. From quiet confidence to strategic visibility, you’ll hear how women rise without shrinking or burning out—and how to build a life that doesn’t disappear in the process. If you’re ready to be unmistakable at work and protect what matters outside of it, you’re in the right place.
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