More Than the Dress

By: Dress for Success Worldwide
  • Summary

  • “More than the Dress” is a biweekly podcast hosted by Michele C. Meyer-Shipp, Esq., CEO of Dress for Success Worldwide, the leading global nonprofit employment resource for women. Each episode features a corporate thought leader or a client ambassador engaging in 30-minute conversations about relevant, current issues women face in their journeys to economic independence.

    “More Than the Dress” aims to recognize, celebrate, and honor incredible and notable women while addressing the challenges and opportunities for women to thrive in work and life in the ever-evolving work landscape. Our guests are remarkable women with notable stories to share!

    At the forefront of the women’s empowerment movement for 27 years, Dress for Success has served over 1.3 million women of all walks of life in over 139 affiliates in more than 20 countries. It started in 1997 providing professional attire, and its services have expanded beyond the suit to offer career coaching and mentoring, skill readiness, upskilling and reskilling, networking, and community. Dress for Success helps women build confidence and determination from the inside out.

    Michele C. Meyer-Shipp, Esq., CEO of Dress for Success Worldwide, is a lawyer, talent culture, and DEIA strategist. A sought-after speaker, Michele has decades of expertise in Talent Management, Human Resources, Multicultural Marketing, Strategic Partnerships/External Affairs, Employee Relations, Employment Law, Crisis Management, Strategy, Organizational Effectiveness, and more.

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Episodes
  • Resilience as a Skill with Dr. Marie-Hélène Pelletier
    Jan 21 2025

    In this insightful episode of More Than the Dress, Michele C. Meyer-Shipp welcomes Dr. Marie-Hélène Pelletier, a leadership psychologist and author of The Resilience Plan. Together, they dive into the true meaning of resilience as a skill anyone can build and practice. Dr. Pelletier shares actionable steps for creating a personalized resilience plan and how to adapt to life’s ever-changing contexts.

    “More than the Dress” is a biweekly podcast hosted by Michele C. Meyer-Shipp, Esq., CEO of Dress for Success Worldwide, the leading global nonprofit employment resource for women. Each episode features a corporate thought leader or a client ambassador engaging in 30-minute conversations about relevant, current issues women face in their journeys to economic independence.

    “More Than the Dress” aims to recognize, celebrate, and honor incredible and notable women while addressing the challenges and opportunities for women to thrive in work and life in the ever-evolving work landscape. Our guests are remarkable women with notable stories to share!

    At the forefront of the women’s empowerment movement for 27 years, Dress for Success has served over 1.3 million women of all walks of life in over 139 affiliates in more than 20 countries. It started in 1997 providing professional attire, and its services have expanded beyond the suit to offer career coaching and mentoring, skill readiness, upskilling and reskilling, networking, and community. Dress for Success helps women build confidence and determination from the inside out.

    Michele C. Meyer-Shipp, Esq., CEO of Dress for Success Worldwide, is a lawyer, talent culture, and DEIA strategist. A sought-after speaker, Michele has decades of expertise in Talent Management, Human Resources, Multicultural Marketing, Strategic Partnerships/External Affairs, Employee Relations, Employment Law, Crisis Management, Strategy, Organizational Effectiveness, and more.

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    36 mins
  • Rewriting and Owning Your Story with Claudia Hernandez
    Nov 27 2024

    In this episode of More Than the Dress, host Michele C. Meyer-Shipp sits down with Dress for Success Global Ambassador Claudia Hernandez to explore how challenges can become opportunities for growth. Claudia shares her journey from being in foster care to becoming a global program manager, reflecting on the power of resilience, shifting mindsets, and embracing her identity as a single mother and migrant. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about owning your story, finding strength in adversity, and building a meaningful path forward.

    “More than the Dress” is a biweekly podcast hosted by Michele C. Meyer-Shipp, Esq., CEO of Dress for Success Worldwide, the leading global nonprofit employment resource for women. Each episode features a corporate thought leader or a client ambassador engaging in 30-minute conversations about relevant, current issues women face in their journeys to economic independence.

    “More Than the Dress” aims to recognize, celebrate, and honor incredible and notable women while addressing the challenges and opportunities for women to thrive in work and life in the ever-evolving work landscape. Our guests are remarkable women with notable stories to share!

    At the forefront of the women’s empowerment movement for 27 years, Dress for Success has served over 1.3 million women of all walks of life in over 139 affiliates in more than 20 countries. It started in 1997 providing professional attire, and its services have expanded beyond the suit to offer career coaching and mentoring, skill readiness, upskilling and reskilling, networking, and community. Dress for Success helps women build confidence and determination from the inside out.

    Michele C. Meyer-Shipp, Esq., CEO of Dress for Success Worldwide, is a lawyer, talent culture, and DEIA strategist. A sought-after speaker, Michele has decades of expertise in Talent Management, Human Resources, Multicultural Marketing, Strategic Partnerships/External Affairs, Employee Relations, Employment Law, Crisis Management, Strategy, Organizational Effectiveness, and more.

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    40 mins
  • Be your best advocate with Jessica Berman
    Nov 13 2024

    In this new episode of More Than the Dress, host Michele C. Meyer-Shipp and Jessica Berman, Commissioner of the National Women’s Soccer League, explore self-advocacy as a tool to work fulfillment, recognizing when it's time for a career change, and embracing unique strengths to navigate career transitions with confidence. Tune in to hear these invaluable insights and other great advice to help you create the career you deserve.

    “More than the Dress” is a biweekly podcast hosted by Michele C. Meyer-Shipp, Esq., CEO of Dress for Success Worldwide, the leading global nonprofit employment resource for women. Each episode features a corporate thought leader or a client ambassador engaging in 30-minute conversations about relevant, current issues women face in their journeys to economic independence.

    “More Than the Dress” aims to recognize, celebrate, and honor incredible and notable women while addressing the challenges and opportunities for women to thrive in work and life in the ever-evolving work landscape in the United States. Our guests are remarkable women with notable stories to share!

    At the forefront of the women’s empowerment movement for 27 years, Dress for Success has served over 1.3 million women of all walks of life in over 139 affiliates in more than 20 countries. It started in 1997 providing professional attire, and its services have expanded beyond the suit to offer career coaching and mentoring, skill readiness, upskilling and reskilling, networking, and community. Dress for Success helps women build confidence and determination from the inside out.

    Michele C. Meyer-Shipp, Esq., CEO of Dress for Success Worldwide, is a lawyer, talent culture, and DEIA strategist. A sought-after speaker, Michele has decades of expertise in Talent Management, Human Resources, Multicultural Marketing, Strategic Partnerships/External Affairs, Employee Relations, Employment Law, Crisis Management, Strategy, Organizational Effectiveness, and more.

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    34 mins

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