LEAVE YOUR MARK: Freshly Brewed Career Advice with Aliza Licht

The Personal Rebrand I Didn’t See Coming

This week’s episode is personal. I am taking a moment to share a glimpse of what is coming next in my own evolution. If you have read my book, On Brand, you know that your personal brand changes. It grows as you grow. Today I am living that truth in a very real way. In this episode, I talk about • the career shifts that shaped me • the unexpected turn my passions have taken • why I am rethinking how I show up as a communicator • and why this moment feels like a natural next chapter A new phase is coming, and it connects everything I have ever done. Thank you for listening, for growing with me, and for letting me evolve in real time. I cannot wait to bring you into what is next.

Toxic Nonchalance: When Relaxed Leadership Causes Team Stress

In this episode, I’m talking about something I’ve seen again and again in leadership: Toxic Nonchalance. It's when a manager appears calm, easygoing, and “empowering,” but their lack of direction and decisiveness quietly drives everyone crazy. They think they’re creating space. What they’re really creating is stress. I break down how this leadership trap shows up — from unclear expectations and delayed decisions to endless “You decide” moments that leave teams spinning. Drawing on insights from Forbes and Harvard Business Review, I’ll unpack why leaders fall into this pattern, what it signals to employees, and how to shift from passive to purposeful.You’ll learn: Why indecisive leadership damages trust and engagement How “relaxed” leaders accidentally create anxiety and burnout The difference between empowerment and abandonment How to balance calm with clarity My self-diagnosis checklist to see if you’re slipping into toxic nonchalance yourself If you’ve ever worried that being too chill might come across as careless, this episode will help you find that sweet spot between calm and confident leadership. Because being easygoing isn’t the goal. Being clear is.

Effortless Influence: How Jane Birkin Rewrote the Rules of Reinvention with Marisa Meltzer

In this episode of Leave Your Mark, I sit down again with New York Times bestselling author Marisa Meltzer to talk about her new book, IT GIRL — the first comprehensive biography of Jane Birkin, actress, singer, and legendary style icon. Jane Birkin was synonymous with chic. Her effortless style and artistic legacy have been immortalized through her music and film career. And of course, she was the inspiration behind one of the world’s most coveted bags, the Hermès Birkin. But who was the real woman behind the it girl? Marisa sheds new light on Birkin’s enigmatic life and explores her profound influence on generations in a rigorously reported biography unlike any other. It Girl paints a vivid portrait of Birkin’s life — from her early years in 1960s London to her rise as a beloved celebrity in France — revealing her creative drive, personal challenges, and the delicate balance between her public persona and private self. Together, we talk about how Birkin redefined femininity, inspired an entire cultural aesthetic, and carved out a creative identity that was far more than a muse. Far from being just the woman behind the bag, Jane Birkin was a woman ahead of her time — and It Girl finally gives her the recognition she deserves.

Focused, Not Frenzied: Amanda Goetz on Escaping Toxic Grit and Redefining Ambition

In a world that rewards busyness, focus has become a radical act. Amanda Goetz — 2x founder, 4x CMO, and author of Toxic Grit — joins me to unpack why our obsession with doing it all is costing us what matters most. From the myth of balance to the power of intentional imbalance, Amanda shares how to build a version of ambition that fuels joy instead of burnout. This episode is your permission slip to stop chasing more and start focusing on what actually moves you forward.

Introducing Polyworking: Build a Brand of Self, Not a Brand of Tasks

In a world where everyone’s juggling side hustles, creative projects, and career pivots, how do you stay recognizable — and not just busy? This week on Leave Your Mark, we’re diving into polyworking, one of Forbes’ top personal branding trends for 2025. Learn how to juggle multiple roles without losing your identity, the 5 must-dos (and don’t-dos) of building a multi-lane career, and why the smartest professionals are choosing to build a brand of self, not a brand of tasks. Perfect for anyone balancing consulting, content, or creative work — and wondering how to make it all make sense.