The Jillian Mele Show

The Hidden Cost of Hustle: How Overworking Leads to Burnout and What to Do About It Feb 20, 2025

Have you ever pushed yourself so hard that your body forced you to stop? That’s exactly what happened to me. In this episode, I open up about my recent experience and some of the lessons I’ve learned about entrepreneurship, overworking, and setting boundaries. I’m joined by Dr. Patty Ann Tublin, a human behavior and performance expert, who shares why so many professionals—especially new entrepreneurs—fall into the burnout trap and how to break free. We discuss the power of delegation, the importance of knowing your "why," and practical strategies for reclaiming your time without sacrificing success. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or stuck in the cycle of constant hustle, this conversation is for you!

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Reflect & Connect: The Power of Communication in Business Feb 05, 2025

Think you're a great communicator? Think again.

In this episode, Matt Detjen, North American Trading Manager at Michelin and author of Reflect: The Art of Powerful Sales Communication, joins me to break down why most people struggle with communication—and tips to communicate with confidence!

Key Takeaways:
✔️ The #1 reason people fail at sales conversations (hint: it’s not what you think)
✔️ Why reflective listening is the secret to influence and connection
✔️ How storytelling can make or break your sales pitch
✔️ Why confidence without preparation can backfire—big time

🚀 Whether you're selling a product, an idea, or yourself, these insights will help you communicate with clarity, confidence, and impact.

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The Confidence Code: Answering Your Questions & Sharing My Stories Jan 28, 2025

Confidence—it’s something we all want more of, but how do we actually build it? In this episode, I’m sharing my personal tips and answering your questions about confidence, including:

How to find your voice in a room full of loud personalities
Ways to present and prepare with confidence
Whether confidence is innate or something you cultivate
… and so much more!

From the lessons I learned as a journalist to insights from my career pivot, I’ll also introduce my "ARC of Confidence" framework: Act, Reflect, Celebrate. Tune in for my real stories, actionable advice, and a fresh perspective on building confidence!

CHAPTERS:
00:00 The Arc of Confidence: Act, Reflect, Celebrate
03:31 The First Time I Was on Live TV
06:58 Building Confidence Through Experience
10:06 Confidence in the Face of Other Loud Voices
14:46 Overcoming Challenges and Rejection
16:34 My Own Struggles With Confidence
20:27 Confidence vs. Cockiness
22:58 Levi Makes an Appearance

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Your Presence: The Ultimate Superpower Jan 22, 2025

Your presence has the power to transform your life. It can open doors, build trust, and make lasting impressions. In this episode, I reveal why your presence is your superpower and share actionable tips to elevate it. From how you dress and speak to mastering confidence and authentic communication, I break it all down! Learn how to stand out, captivate attention, and leave a lasting impact—all while being true to yourself. Ready to unlock your full potential? Tune in and discover the superpower within you!
CHAPTERS:
00:00 The Start of Your Transformation
02:02 Your Presence Can Take You to the Next Level
03:27 I Was Not Always This Confident
06:12 Meeting the Moment
09:31 Building Confidence is a Skill
11:53 Accepting a Challenge
12:22 A Few of My "DO" Actions
17:15 A Few of My "DON'T" Actions
20:07 The Most Interesting Person in the Room

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California On Our Minds Jan 15, 2025

Whether you are directly impacted, know someone who is, or have zero ties to the fires in California, we all feel something about the devastation. Anne McCloy, a former journalist and friend felt a calling to speak about this since her roots run deep in the Pacific Palisades going back generations. In this episode, she shares her story, gives us a glimpse into the Palisades, we talk about how this has made us think about the things that really matter in life, and more.
00:00 The Impact of California Fires
02:47 Personal Connections to Pacific Palisades
05:51 Community and Loss
09:04 The Emotional Toll of Disasters
12:05 Navigating Help and Donations
14:47 The Role of Social Media
17:25 The Broader Context of Disasters
20:42 Political and Environmental Concerns
23:29 The Future of Pacific Palisades
26:35 Reflections on Loss and Memory
29:34 The Importance of Community Support
32:42 Gratitude for First Responders
35:28 Continuing the Conversation

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Mastering a Growth Mindset: 5 Things You Can Consider Today Jan 07, 2025

With so much in life that is out of our control, there is one big thing we can control: our mindset. If the last few years taught Jillian anything, it is to look at every situation as an opportunity for growth and that shifting your mindset can take you a long way. She has 5 things for you to consider to see if they can help shift and shape your mind in even the smallest ways!
After Jillian left her career in broadcast journalism, graduated with her MBA, and started a business, she has made it her mission to empower people when it comes to their confidence and presentation skills. Doing a 180 in her life has transformed her mindset!
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CHAPTERS
00:00 Embracing the Growth Mindset
03:22 The Journey of Change
05:54 The Two Thoughts that Awakened Me
08:32 Looking at Challenges as Opportunities
10:02 Learning New Skills to Up Your Value
15:20 Seeing the Bigger Picture
19:08 Believing in Yourself
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Starting the Year With Authenticity Jan 02, 2025

Get ready to learn more about Jillian as she shares something that she has never discussed publicly. This is laying the groundwork for a year of honesty, inspiration, and motivation on this podcast as we all challenge each other to grow!
After Jillian left her career in broadcast journalism, graduated with her MBA, and started a business, she has made it her mission to empower people when it comes to their confidence and presentation skills. Doing a 180 in her life has transformed her mindset!
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How one idea can change your life with Adrienne Marciano of Ruespari Oct 03, 2024

Adrienne Marciano of Ruespari had a vision and didn't let anything get in the way of making her idea a reality. Not even people who tried to tear down her self-confidence. Now, after a few years, she has found success in all the right places including Nordstrom carrying her products! Her story, advice, and vulnerability will inspire you in many ways.

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Charles Barkley: 51 Minutes with the Man who Lives (and Speaks) Authentically. Sep 18, 2024

Charles Barkley talks to Jillian about Life, Basketball in the Early Days, why he didn't want to be Drafted by the Sixers, the Conversation that Changed his Life, Overcoming Missteps, Authenticity, Who Inspires Him, Charity, Social Media, Golf, and more!

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Maximizing Your Potential & Opportunity in Business & Your Personal Life with Erika Rothenberger Sep 10, 2024

Erika Rothenberger does it all: she is a businesswoman, a mom, a motivator, a fighter, and one heck of an inspiration. In this episode, we discuss how to maximize your potential and go after exactly what you want!

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Mentality Matters: Erin Como gives a huge boost of positivity and perspective to us all! Sep 04, 2024

Erin Como has been a fixture on TV throughout the DC region for years, and it is no surprise why. She is a ray of positivity and an advocate for mental and physical wellness. Are you ready to boost your mentality? Listen to what she has to say!

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Pivoting to Follow Your Passion: How to build a successful business with Kristin Harrison from Bungalow 10 Interiors Aug 21, 2024

Kristin Harrison always had an eye for design. Her passion for it was infectious. She had no idea where it would go but she took the leap of faith anyway and built it into a huge success in a few short years. In this episode, Kristin shares with you what she has learned along the way!

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Taking the Leap: Getting More Out of Life with Anne McCloy Aug 14, 2024

Anne McCloy is an Emmy-Award Winning Journalist who gained national attention covering New York Governor Andrew Cuomo's press conferences during Covid. In 2023, she bravely stepped away from the job she loved so much to focus on family. Now, she is preparing to welcome twin girls any day, and talks about what it is like to take the leap of faith and pivot in life.

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Confidence is Silent: 10 ways to build more of it! Aug 07, 2024

Throughout Jillian's career in broadcast journalism, she faced many people who wanted to knock her down. She learned the ins and outs of what it takes to be confident and now she shares some of it with you. This applies to confidence both personally and professionally.

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Building a Business after Pivoting: The Power of Video & Storytelling with Marisa Brahney Aug 01, 2024

Marisa Brahney is an Emmy-Award Winning Journalist who now runs her own business coaching people and business owners how to elevate using the power of video. Jillian and Marisa are not only friends, they have worked together at two news stations and know what it takes to tell a great story, and how important it really is. Listen for some of their inspiration and tips that you can use!

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It Can Be Lonely When You Are Building: Keep Going! Jul 31, 2024

Jillian shares her 10 lessons and tips to keep the momentum going when are you trying to build a brand or a business. After nearly 20 years in broadcast journalism, and changing careers to a business owner, Jillian is walking the walk and is sharing all of her honest insight!

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Starting Over Professionally: What you can expect in Year 1. Jul 24, 2024

16 months after Jillian left her career in journalism and started her own business, she shares her experiences. Things she learned, things she wishes someone told her, and things for you to think about!

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Reinventing Yourself: My Personal Experience Jul 17, 2024

Since taking the risk of leaving a career and starting a business, I have reflected back on how I got here. I can point to 4 phases that I went through when deciding it was time to reinvent myself. I share this with you to be a shoulder if you are going through the same thing or to be a guide if you are thinking about it.

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Credentialed Episode 20: The Power of Storytelling, Part 2 Mar 27, 2024

This is the second half of Justine & Jillian's conversation with Jeff Smith, owner of Hourglass Winery in Calistoga, California. After part of his winery was destroyed by a wildfire, he discusses the importance of storytelling for every business owner.

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Credentialed Episode 19: The Power of Storytelling, Part 1 Mar 20, 2024

Justine & Jillian speak with Jeff Smith, owner of Hourglass Winery in Calistoga, California. Not only was his winery decimated by pandemic shutdowns, in September of 2020 the Glass fire devastated his winery. About 4 years later, the rebuild is still happening. His story was changed forever. And he has advice for business owners about how powerful storytelling really is.

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Credentialed Episode 18: Overcoming Insecurities Mar 13, 2024

Hint- we all have them! Justine & Jillian get vulnerable about theirs and share ways to overcome them.

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Credentialed Episode 17: Stand out! Mar 06, 2024

Justine & Jillian give their top 6 tips to stand out in an interview or other professional setting. Plus, one of their favorite bonus tips!

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Credentialed Episode 16: Let's talk about money Feb 28, 2024

Justine and Jillian are joined by Dahlia Goldberg, a Senior Wealth Advisor at Mariner Wealth Advisors to talk all things money. From saving to investing, and even whether you should discuss your salary, no topic is off limits.

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Credentialed Episode 15: Don't do these things! Feb 21, 2024

With their years in broadcasting, Justine & Jillian have an extensive list of "do's" and "don'ts" in a professional setting. In this episode, they break down their top "don'ts" and offer tips that translate to most settings.

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Credentialed Episode 14: Meaning of a "High Value Woman". Feb 14, 2024

Episode 14 is a discussion based on a request from a podcast follower, who wanted Justine & Jillian to "take on what it means to be a high value woman in 2024, facing fears & following dreams." So here they go!

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Credentialed Episode 13: Super Bowl Edition! Feb 07, 2024

Justine & Jillian talk a little Super Bowl, the dad/daughter sports connection, their favorite sporting events to cover, Jillian's big sports fashion faux pas and more!

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Credentialed Episode 12: Our top 8 tips for owning a room and being memorable. Jan 31, 2024

Whether you are giving a presentation, public speaking, or simply going to an event or meeting, all of these tips are built to work in any situation to give you more confidence and make you more memorable.

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Credentialed Episode 11: Traveling for the Soul Jan 24, 2024

Justine & Jillian talk about why it is important to immerse yourself in new and different experiences and cultures for growth and restoration.

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Credentialed Episode 10: Comedian Michael Yo Jan 17, 2024

Yo talks about his own pivoting in life, being authentic in Hollywood, why he wants everyone around him to win, the very first time he saw hair extensions, and more!

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Credentialed Episode 9: Managing Relationships Jan 10, 2024

Justine & Jillian talk about what's most important in relationships and how we can all offer some support to others through 5 simple words and a number system.

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Credentialed Episode 8: Does work-life balance exist? Jan 03, 2024

In this world of 24/7 connectivity, Justine and Jillian discuss changing work norms, including the high level of burnout, the future of in-office work, and the four-day workweek.

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Credentialed Episode 7: 2023 Reflections Dec 27, 2023

Justine and Jillian discuss how they approach the end of the year, reflecting on the experiences they're grateful for, the lessons learned, and what they hope to build on in 2024.

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Credentialed Episode 6: Authenticity Dec 20, 2023

Justine & Jillian discuss what authenticity means to them and why we need it now more than ever.

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Credentialed Episode 5: Defining Moments in Life Dec 13, 2023

We all have defining moments in life. Some are empowering, others embarrassing, and some are simply devastating and change the course of your life. Justine & Jillian share a few of theirs, and the lessons behind them.

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Credentialed Episode 4: Navigating Social Media Dec 06, 2023

The good, the bad and the ugly of navigating social media in 2023. From work to imposter syndrome and yes, even the comments. Justine & Jillian break down their experiences and thoughts about it.

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Credentialed Episode 3: How far will AI go? Nov 29, 2023

Justine & Jillian dive into the world of AI with AI Engineer Jack Dwyer. They discuss the possibility that humans could eventually live forever, what AI means for jobs, the economy, relationships and much more.

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Credentialed Episode 2: Pulling back the curtain on Justine & Jillian's broadcasting careers Nov 22, 2023

From their favorite and most profound interviews, to scary moments along the way. Get to know Justine & Jillian better through a different lens.

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Credentialed Episode 1: Meet Justine & Jillian Nov 14, 2023

Welcome to this introduction to Justine & Jillian! Hear about their decision to take a break from broadcasting to pursue MBA's. Their parallel journey is unique and inspiring.

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