Career Blast in a Half

The Booby Traps That Keep Women Broke I Billy Zerillo Money isn't math. It's war. And most women are losing. Not because they're bad with numbers. Not because they spend too much on lattes. They're losing because they're fighting the wrong battle—themselves. Billy Zerillo learned this the hard way, watching his parents weaponize money. A single mother making every financial mistake in the book. The kind of origin story that either breaks you or makes you dangerous. Billy chose dangerous. Now he's a behavioral wealth coach who works exclusively with women. Why? Because he discovered something the financial industry doesn't want you to know: Women don't have money problems. They have permission problems. In this episode with Loren, Billy exposes the three booby traps that keep brilliant, capable women playing small with their money: The trap that makes you hoard cash while inflation steals your future.  The trap that makes you spend on everyone except the person who matters most.  The trap that keeps you so overwhelmed you'd rather be broke than deal with it. Here's the uncomfortable truth: Your money story is writing your life story. And if you don't like the ending, it's time to listen and grab a pen. This isn't about budgets or investment tips. This is about the six inches between your ears that's either building your empire or burning it down. Warning: This episode will make you uncomfortable. Good. Comfort is expensive, and you can't afford it anymore. Add Billy's contact details

Time Poverty is Killing Your Job Search | Peggy Sullivan Maybe that's why your job search feels like a full-time job... but without the paycheck? This week, Loren is joined by Peggy Sullivan—bestselling author of Beyond Busyness, corporate performance expert, and founder of She Can—to tackle one of the most destructive myths in executive career transitions: the busier you are, the more productive you must be. Spoiler: it's not true. Peggy knows firsthand how burnout disguises itself as drive. Her own journey through stress-induced health issues, personal loss, and extreme overwhelm led her to create a powerful framework that's helped thousands—from entrepreneurs to Google and Bank of America execs—reclaim their time and focus on what actually moves the needle. Chapters 00:00 – The Myth of Busyness 03:02 – The Impact of Busyness on Life 06:03 – Breaking the Cycle of Busyness 08:48 – The Busy Busting Framework 12:04 – Finding Happiness in the Everyday 14:58 – Mastering Metrics and Values 17:59 – The Importance of Human Connection 21:05 – Strategies for Job Seekers 24:05 – Transforming Unhappiness into Action 26:51 – The Role of Fun in Learning 30:09 – Conclusion and Call to Action Peggy Sullivan is a leadership speaker, best-selling author, and founder of SheCAN!, a women's empowerment organization. She helps high-achievers rediscover joy, purpose, and balance in their lives.   Peggy's bestselling book is a practical, laugh-out-loud guide to doing less and achieving more. Packed with stories, science, and simple exercises, each chapter delivers a fresh mindset shift and actionable step to reclaim your time and live more intentionally. It's a must-read for anyone navigating career burnout, work/life balance, or just craving clarity.   Follow Peggy: Website Linkedin Beyond Business Book Link! Suggest a topic or ask a question for me to answer on the show!  Want  FREE executive job search tips each week? Click here to join my newsletter. Get a copy of my ebook Turn Age Into Your Advantage Follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorengreiff/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/portfoliorocket/ Watch my podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpGM7j8croBkkZ4bLqN7DOQ/  

How Not To Diss The Dream | Mitch Matthews What happens when high achievers stop dreaming? In this episode, Mitch Matthews—speaker, coach, and host of the Dream Think Do podcast—shares why reconnecting with your dreams isn't optional, it's essential. From navigating career pivots to understanding the neuroscience behind our emotions, Mitch unpacks how small experiments, emotional honesty, and defining your “why” are key to building momentum and real growth. This isn't about lofty ideas—it's about taking actionable steps to make dreams real. From Burnout to Breakthrough Mitch reveals how the dream was once “kicked out” of him—and why that's more common than you'd think. Together, we explore how experiences, not just ambitions, can bring clarity, and why emotional indicators shouldn't be ignored. This episode isn't just a pep talk. It's a practical roadmap for anyone who wants to stop stalling and start moving. Chapters: 00:00 – Intro 03:12 – The Importance of Experiences Over Dreams 06:13 – Navigating Career Transitions and Inner Struggles 08:46 – The Science of Dreaming and Neuroscience Insights 12:02 – Small Experiments and Micro Actions 14:52 – Testing and Iterating on Your Dreams 17:54 – The Power of Exponential Thinking 21:09 – Maintaining Momentum in the Face of Challenges 24:13 – Understanding Your Why and Learning from Failure 27:04 – Prioritizing Dreams and Taking Action Follow Mitch:

Teacher to Google Big Tech | Keith Anderson What separates those who talk about making a big move – even a pivot from those who actually do it? Being unreasonable. Tenacious and not quitting when that goal is non-negotiable.  Keith Anderson - was an English teacher – with a love for linguistics (find out why this matters and how he used it) making $27k annually.  With sights on working at Google and a coach who told him it was impossible. His fire was lit.  How'd he do it? That's what this episode is all about.  From Futility to Strategy Keith started out messaging 125 strangers with "I see you work at Google. Can you refer me?" That landed with 125 rejections. Trials and errors brought on the breakthrough when he stopped treating his job search like a transaction: He spoke like an insider using industry vernacular that signaled belonging He humanized his resume by placing quirky personal details (like winning a pie competition) at the top He limited rejection exposure by confining job search activities to 2 hours daily He measured progress objectively rather than emotionally The results - hardly overnight –  but earned positions at Google, and later worked at Facebook, YouTube, and Uber. The Reality Behind the Dream The fantasy of "making it" quickly gave way to the reality of long hours and relentless production demands. Dreams achieved often look different than dreams imagined. Your Excuses Don't Matter "Don't believe what everyone says," Keith advises. "Don't believe everything you read. It's people's perception, their reality. But that doesn't need to be your reality." While others debate whether the job market is good or bad, someone is getting hired somewhere today. Why not you? "What's wrong with people," Keith says, "is they believe they can do well by just getting by when they need to aim for the highest." The permission to be unreasonable in pursuit of what matters might be the only permission worth seeking.   You can hire Keith to help you with your job search https://careeralchemylab.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/keithand/LinkedIn   Chapters: 00:00 - 01:45 - Introduction 01:45 - 04:18 - Keith's Background and Burnout 04:18 - 09:01 - The Spark of Interest in Tech 09:01 - 14:00 - The Job Search Strategy Evolution 14:00 - 19:04 - Resume Transformation 19:04 - 23:25 - Making Your Resume Human - Quirks Work 23:25 - 27:16 - Handling Rejection and Almost Quitting 27:16 - 30:25 - Reality Check at Google 30:25 - 32:49 - Finding the Right Path in Tech 32:49 - 37:00 - Key Advice for Career Transitions 37:00 - 39:34 - Closing and Business Information   Like what you hear?  Subscribe and leave a 5-star review!  Suggest a topic or ask a question for me to answer on the show!  Want  FREE executive job search tips each week? Click here to join my newsletter. Get a copy of my ebook Turn Age Into Your Advantage Follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorengreiff/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/portfoliorocket/ Watch my podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpGM7j8croBkkZ4bLqN7DOQ/

The 411 on Ageism & How To End It Faster I Janine Vanderburg   For the life of me, given the choice between a strong, more profitable business and letting go of the back-assward stigma around age, the logic is clear. But is it?    Like me, Janine Vanderburg isn't shy about why the math isn't mathing the business reasons why it's about impact not age..    Here's what you'll find out:  What employers don't want you to know  You think it's your resume that needs tweaking or  your interview techniques but What if the real obstacle was something entirely different? What if the system itself was rigged against you in ways you've never considered—not because you're not qualified, but because of your date of birth.  Who's impacted by ageism, or who isn't? When there's a problem like ageism in hiring, it "goes in both directions." As Janine Vanderburg reveals, we're not just talking about discrimination against those 40-plus. "Youngerism" is equally "alive and kicking." If you've been ghosted after interviews, if you've watched less qualified candidates get positions you were perfect for, it might not be you—it might be your birth year. Let's talk about the numbers they're not talking about Last year alone, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission received 16,000 complaints of age discrimination. When surveyed, over 80% of respondents believed they had experienced workplace age discrimination. Even more shocking: Resume Builder's surveys found hiring managers systematically screen out both applicants over 60 AND those under 27. And if you work with AI? 90% of hiring managers don't want to hire anybody over 35 for roles involving artificial intelligence—despite experienced professionals often being the best AI power users. Three Places Ageism Is Sabotaging Your Career (And What to Do About It) Inside your own mind: When you think "I'm too young/old for this position" before even applying In hiring practices: When recruiters make assumptions about your abilities based solely on graduation dates Embedded in systems: When AI screening tools filter you out before a human ever sees your application The Demographic Shift That Will Change Everything By 2030—just five years away—there will be more people over 65 than under 18. Companies unprepared for this reality will be scrambling for talent while others thrive. Will you be positioned to capitalize on this inevitable shift? What Smart Job Seekers Do Differently As Janine advises, "You can be willing to fight to end ageism, and you can also try to preserve your financial security." Both can be true at once. The wisest approach? Learn the unwritten rules, navigate the system strategically, and position yourself where your true value is recognized. Listen now to discover how to turn what looks like an obstacle into your greatest competitive advantage. Janine Vanderburg (https://www.linkedin.com/in/janinevanderburg/) is a Keynote Speaker, and Founder/Director of Changing the Narrative is the leading effort in the U.S. to change the way people think, talk and act about aging and ageism through evidence-based strategies and innovative public campaigns. Her end game? To end ageism."   Chapters: 00:00-01:32 - Introduction & The Firestarter 01:32-05:58 - Understanding the Landscape of Ageism 05:58-09:23 - Janine's Awakening to Ageism 09:23-10:41 - Cliff Notes from the Training 10:41-13:34 - Employer Messaging Shift 13:34-16:05 - The Math Isn't Mathing 16:05-18:14 - Progress & Reality Check 18:14-29:09 - Staying in the Fight Without Burning Out   Like what you hear?  Subscribe and leave a 5-star review!  Suggest a topic or ask a question for me to answer on the show!  Want  FREE executive job search tips each week? Click here to join my newsletter. Get a copy of my ebook Turn Age Into Your Advantage Follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorengreiff/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/portfoliorocket/ Watch my podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpGM7j8croBkkZ4bLqN7DOQ/

In this me to you episode, I am delivering some tough love and strategic clarity for executives facing job search challenges in today's uncertain climate.  Uncertainty isn't new, and someone will get hired despite the chaos - here are the 5 key take-aways to make sure it you.  See uncertainty as feature, not a bug Extended interview processes are designed to find leaders who leverage uncertainty as an advantage. Companies want those who transform chaos, not merely endure it. Scarcity is a lie, not the truth Opportunities haven't vanished; they've transformed. The problem isn't market scarcity but your perspective. Flip your viewpoint and find possibilities in unexpected places. Campaign, don't just search Reframe from passive "searching" to active "campaigning." Treat your job hunt as a strategic business initiative. Apply agile methods: iterate, test, learn from failures. You need to deepen connections In uncertain times, companies seek referrals through trusted networks. Don't ask "who do you know?" but rather "who needs to know what I know?" - an approach focused on providing value. Flaunt your battle scars Don't hide struggles with crisis management - these experiences make you valuable. Perfection won't land you the job; authentic leadership will. The future belongs to executives who move first, adapt quickly, and build value regardless of conditions. Someone will get hired - make it you. Chapters: 00:01 - Introduction to uncertainty in the current job market 02:27 - Tough love about job search challenges 04:50 - How uncertainty creates opportunity 07:17 - The rise of temporary opportunities 09:21 - AI's impact on executive roles 11:25 - Breakthrough #1: Reframe your search as a campaign 13:46 - Breakthrough #2: Treat the world as your market 14:59 - Breakthrough #3: Focus on deeper connections 16:14 - Breakthrough #4: Be a leader of change 16:52 - The importance of personal branding 17:14 - Closing thoughts   Like what you hear?  Subscribe and leave a 5-star review!  Suggest a topic or ask a question for me to answer on the show!  Want  FREE executive job search tips each week? Click here to join my newsletter. Get a copy of my ebook Turn Age Into Your Advantage Follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorengreiff/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/portfoliorocket/ Watch my podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpGM7j8croBkkZ4bLqN7DOQ/

The world is obsessed with metrics and status. But the most important currency is the one you're missing.  Most of us spend our careers chasing validation – titles and paychecks. I did too. So did our guest Matt Emerzian. The brutal reality? Your job search misery, corporate culture complaints, and endless pursuit of status are all symptoms of the same disease:  The belief that mattering is something you find rather than something YOU make. Think this theoretical? Think again: Get Matt' 5 Frameworks to Make Your Life Matter I-You-We Framework: I Matter: Discover your uniqueness (there's only 1 of you among 8 billion!) You Matter: Make the 38,000 daily choices count by connecting first We Matter: Stop the self-help delusion - you're not on an island with a volleyball Brutal Time Audit: What truly matters to you?Check your calendar. The gap between these two answers is why you feel empty. Values as Weapons: When everything feels uncertain, non-negotiable values become your armor.  The Self-Talk Intervention: Your internal dialogue is the most revealing data point of your life. Most of us wouldn't speak to enemies the way we speak to ourselves. The Counterintuitive Path: The healing sequence is backwards: internal healing → relationship repair → serving others. Most get stuck at step one forever. Culture Ownership Test: Stop pointing at "toxic culture" as if it's over there. You ARE the culture.  Want to matter more? Start by making others matter more.   00:00 Intro 01:51 The Search for Meaning in Work 04:49 Matt's Journey to Finding Purpose 10:01 Understanding Mattering Beyond Clichés 14:34 Creating a Movement Around Mattering 22:11 Actionable Steps to Cultivate Mattering 26:03 The Power of Choice in Finding Meaning   Follow Matt: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-emerzian/ Website: https://www.matthewemerzian.com/ X: https://x.com/emerzian Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matthewemerzian/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MEmerzian/   Like what you hear?  Subscribe and leave a 5-star review!  Suggest a topic or ask a question for me to answer on the show!  Want  FREE executive job search tips each week? Click here to join my newsletter. Get a copy of my ebook Turn Age Into Your Advantage Follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorengreiff/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/portfoliorocket/ Watch my podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpGM7j8croBkkZ4bLqN7DOQ/

Recruiting is big business ($10B) and that's just at the executive level.  They don't work for you, they work for their clients and it's hard.  I know, I lived it.    Today's recruiters are busier and pickier than ever.  They're not looking at your resume. They're looking through you.  Bottom-First Screening: While you obsess over that job title, elite recruiters scroll directly to your volunteer work and recommendations. This is where they spot the difference between performers and pretenders. The $10K Truth Bomb "If I handed you $10,000 for development right now, where would it go?" Hesitate? You're done. Your immediate answer reveals what you know you lack — and whether you're brave enough to admit it. ARU: The Invisible Scorecard Appreciation. Respect. Understanding. Leaders who master this trinity don't chase loyalty — it hunts them down. No Scars  = No Chance Perfect candidates terrify top recruiters. They want someone who's been burned to ashes and rebuilt themselves. Battle-tested. Not bubble-wrapped. Team Credit = Instant Credibility The moment you say "I" instead of "we" when describing victories, you've exposed yourself as a corner-office liability. Name The Bloody Moose: Address your "flaws" before they do. Age concerns? Throw it on the table first and reframe it as the seasoned judgment they desperately need.   00:00:00 Intro 00:04:16 Understanding Executive Talent 00:07:15 The Importance of Emotional Intelligence 00:10:03 Building a Strong Candidate Profile 00:13:53 How Candidates Can Work with Recruiters 00:16:41 Navigating Ageism in Recruitment 00:19:46 The Qualities of Effective Leaders 00:22:49 The Value of Vulnerability and Authenticity 00:25:48 The Changing Landscape of Employment 00:28:38 Overcoming Adversity in Leadership 00:31:43 Closing Thoughts and Recommendations   Follow Rick: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rickkloete/ Website: http://www.kloetegroup.com/   Like what you hear?  Subscribe and leave a 5-star review!  Suggest a topic or ask a question for me to answer on the show!  Want  FREE executive job search tips each week? Click here to join my newsletter. Get a copy of my ebook Turn Age Into Your Advantage Follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorengreiff/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/portfoliorocket/ Watch my podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpGM7j8croBkkZ4bLqN7DOQ/

Corporate America is bleeding talent pretending the needs of working parents are asking for a perk, at the expense of being a profit engine.   This week Heather Powers, author of The Power Lane: Why Keeping Moms in the Workforce REVS the Economy exposes this hypocrisy.   "Women are not leaving the workforce, they're leaving the workplace."   Let's get real with the facts:  The undeniable math:  Companies losing parents are burning money.  Replacement costs run 2x salary while teams flounder for months. Smart organizations are waking up.   The data needs to demolish myths:  Most productive employees? Parents with multiple kids.  The talent shortage isn't theoretical—it's here, and businesses ignoring parent flexibility are losing their competitive edge. Stop apologizing for parenthood: How to dismantle outdated the "work vs. family" dichotomy. No more apologizing for Thursday soccer games— leverage those constraints into ruthless productivity. Your Ace: The uncomfortable truths: Company's stubbornness isn't just hurting parents—it's sabotaging shareholder value. The most expensive words in business? "This is how we've always done it."   Like what you hear? Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review! Suggest a topic or ask a question for me to answer on the show!  Want  FREE executive job search tips each week? Click here to join my newsletter. Get a copy of my ebook Turn Age Into Your Advantage Follow me on LinkedIn Follow me on Instagram  Watch my podcast on YouTube    Follow Heather on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-l-powers/ Get Heather's book: The Power Lane: Why Keeping Moms in the Workforce REVS the Economy 

“Kidnappers are just businessmen looking for a great deal”    That's how Scott Walker, legendary hostage negotiator reframes his work (with a 93% success rate) in high stakes situations you can apply to yours.    Let's call a spade a spade. You can feel like a hostage in your job search.    Every interview can fire off an emotion.  Your future, in limbo.  Your finances handcuffed Your head, unclear who to trust, including yourself.    We can all learn from Scott starting with:   The River of Emotion:  A metaphor to overcome emotional hijacking.  His tip, observe NOT absorb. Stand on the riverbank without swimming in the current.   The 3-2-1 Formula:  Sort your challenges into three buckets: What you can control, influence, or must ignore   Trust as the Golden Thread:  Understand how trust is the foundation of all successful negotiations.  The simple (but not easy) principle: do what you say you're going to do.   Embracing Conflict:  Learn why the "conflict call" is often necessary to establish boundaries and expectations. Having direct, candid, kind conversations enhances your value and presence.   The 30-Second Reset:  Practice pausing throughout your day to feel the feeling and drop the story.  This simple habit builds the emotional muscle needed for higher-stakes situations.   Negotiating our emotional regulation isn't limited to hostage situations or boardrooms - it's simply "a conversation with purpose" that we all engage in daily.    Like what you hear? Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review! Suggest a topic or ask a question for me to answer on the show!  Want  FREE executive job search tips each week? Click here to join my newsletter. Follow me on LinkedIn Follow me on Instagram  Watch my podcast on YouTube    Follow Scott on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottaw/ Elevate Your Negotiation Game: https://winanynegotiation.com/pages/negotiation-training To order a copy of Scott's book, 'Order Out of Chaos', click here: https://www.waterstones.com/book/order-out-of-chaos/scott-walker/9780349434988

Doubt kills your job search faster than any market condition. It's not just hesitation—it's resistance holding hostage everything you want. The antidote? Certainty. That inner knowing that transcends credentials, perfect keywords, and competitive threats. My 3 secrets and your shifts:  Be a swordfish, not a whale  Swordfish slice forward with explosive acceleration and channel all energy toward their target.  Whales circle aimlessly, stuck in familiar patterns, deliberating endlessly. Your forward momentum creates the flywheel that attracts everything.  No momentum, no results. Success leaves clues, start collecting them Talk to five people daily who have what you want.  Stop guessing. Ask them: "What would you do differently if starting now?" Their answers create your shortcut. Replace mediocrity with mastery  Your search is an audition for the role you want.   Half-measures telegraph self-doubt. No one gets hired for "good enough Not minimum effort Define the top three most meaningful elements that make you the best at what you do, who you do it for and why. Message it, and refine it relentlessly.  Cut corners and certainty can't shine through.  Commit to excellence and signals turn green. 

"Confidence isn't built—it's practiced."   The Confidence Myth What we call confidence is often just comfortable competence.  But true confidence is revealed precisely when we don't know what we're doing.   The 5 Confidence Killers External Validation: Outsourcing your worth makes you one criticism away from collapse. Comparison: Every minute comparing is a minute not creating. Comparison assassinates action. Overthinking: Analysis paralysis is fear wearing a lab coat. Fear of Failure: Confident people see failure as data, not definition. Broken Self-Trust: Every broken self-promise erodes your confidence foundation. Building Unshakeable Confidence Build Self-Trust: Make tiny commitments and keep them. Watch trust compound. Use Failure: The question isn't "Will I fail?" but "What will I learn?" Take Action: Confidence isn't built in contemplation—it's forged in movement. Speak to Yourself Like Someone You Love:  Your internal dialogue creates your reality.  Choose Daily: Confidence is a choice. Choose it before you feel it. Nicole Kalil is one of the most inspiring women I've met in a long, long time.   Her website; https://nicolekalil.com/ Subscribe to This Is Woman's Work  her Top 0.5% podcast  Book: "Validation is for Parking: How Women Can Beat the Confidence Con" Free Confidence Assessment: confidenceassessment.com  

We've created a system of fictional generational boxes that don't exist in reality. "Boomer," "Gen X," "Millennial" - arbitrary labels with zero scientific basis. Yet we use them daily to dismiss, categorize, and stereotype people who were simply born during a random year span. The cost?  Innovation stifled.  Talent wasted.  Workplaces poisoned. The coming demographic shift (longer lives, fewer births) will expose this charade. The winners will be those who see people, not labels. The question isn't which generation you belong to. It's whether you'll perpetuate the myth or break it. In this fierce conversation with Sheila Callaham, Executive Director & Board Chair | Global Educator | Forbes Contributor We break down:  The Great Age Label Myth The arbitrary boxes assume people think identically because they were born within 15-20 year spans. We'd never accept this for race or gender – why tolerate it for age? The Demographic Time Bomb Leaders remain dangerously oblivious: people are living longer while birth rates plummet. The talent pool is shrinking, yet organizations continue discarding experienced workers. This talent sustainability crisis will explode within five years. The Longevity Revolution The Age Equity Alliance's Longevity Mindset Index measures how "future-ready" companies are through employee perceptions.  The Action Plan Recognize when age-based assumptions infiltrate conversations Call it out – respectfully but firmly Focus on skills and competencies, not birth years Ask people what they want rather than assuming based on age   For more information, visit ageequityalliance.org or connect with Sheila Callaham on LinkedIn.

There's a gap in the marketplace—a gap between what you know and how you share it. Most professionals +40 make the fatal mistake of assuming experience speaks for itself.    It doesn't.  Experience without relevance is a timeline  Past tense.    The marketplace invests in your future contributions   That's what gets you hired.    This week I reveal my 5 secrets for transforming decades of experience into what's relevant – (and hiring managers can't ignore) Craft a "Tomorrow Story"  Stop documenting history and start narrating potential. Your narrative must project forward, not just recite backward. Speak the Language of Metrics Decision-makers are fluent in numbers. Not ambiguities like more, grew or improved without context Learn Visibly Your adaptability matters more than your accumulated knowledge. Here's where I share the  uncomfortable truth about how learning signals trump experience signals in today's hiring landscape. Inclusivity as Currency The modern workplace values connectors and bridge-builders. Hear the surprising way clients leverage inclusivity stories to outcompete younger candidates. Evolution Over Stability Career stability used to be an asset. Now it's often misread as stagnation. Discover how to reframe your consistent track record as deliberate evolution. Why This Matters Now "Your decades of experience are either your greatest asset or your heaviest anchor.  The difference isn't in what you've done—it's in how you package it."   This isn't about tips and tricks.    It's about the fundamental mindset shift that transforms how decision-makers perceive your value in a marketplace that often mistakes youth for innovation.

The game of life (and work) has changed.   It's no longer about whether to use AI, but how to wield it while preserving what makes us irreplaceable.   Kate O'Neill isn't just another tech pundit.   As an early Netflix employee and a sought-after “human technologist,” she sits at the intersection of algorithms and imagination.   I pulled Kate away from her book tour and speaking engagements to help us uncover: •Why and how tech literacy is crucial in today's job market—and how to approach it •The gaps between AI capabilities and human skills •How AI differs from past technological revolutions •Practical strategies to stay current—without feeling overwhelmed   The Danger Zones •Rash leadership decisions to replace humans wholesale •The defeatist mindset that surrenders before the battle even begins •The “keeping up” treadmill that never stops accelerating   Where You'll Win •Contextual awareness that AI can't replicate •Emotional intelligence that machines merely simulate •Curiosity that transforms anxiety into an advantage   You won't master every tool—and that's not the point.   This is: Approach tech with strategic playfulness, reimagining possibilities through your human lens. Instead of asking, “What can this do?” ask, “How might I do this differently?”   Connect:   Website: KOinsights.com Latest Book: What Matters Next (Available now) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kateoneill/   About Kate O'Neill •Featured in Wired Magazine, Wall Street Journal, Inc.com, and The New York Times •One of the first 100 employees at Netflix •Nearly 30 years working in technology •Author of What Matters Next and several other books on technology and human experience

Leadership is one of those words that gets thrown around like authenticity or value. Everyone nods. Few translate.   This week, we sat down with Masi Willis, Founder of The Mason Effect. She caught up with us between her work travels, helping individuals and businesses better communicate to understand each other.   What changes when that happens? Everything.   Here's what I learned from Masi—and you can too:   The Sherpa Principle Leaders don't climb alone. They guide others up the mountain while ensuring everyone arrives healthy. The summit isn't the goal—getting there together is.   The Platinum Rule Forget the Golden Rule. Leadership that transforms follows the Platinum Rule: Do unto others as they would want done to themselves.   Most leadership fails at this first turn—understanding both the mirror and the window.   The Support-Challenge Matrix Four leadership types emerge: •Protectors → Create comfortable mediocrity. •Dominators → Create fear, not performance. •Abdicators → Create organizational zombies. •Liberators → Create growth worth having.   Great leaders aren't gardeners who treat every plant the same. They calibrate the sunlight and water each person needs.   The Voice Mismatch The fundamental disconnect: Organizations hire the 16% (pioneers/creatives) to lead the 73% (nurturers/guardians) without creating a shared language.   It's like expecting someone to follow directions in German when they speak Japanese.   The Authenticity Trap Your natural leadership voice emerged before the world told you what you ought to be.   Burnout isn't from working too hard—it's from working against your wiring.   Follow Masi Willis:

You want to feel seen, heard and accepted.  You want to feel appreciated And you want to feel like you're doing the right thing.   But when FOPO (Fear Of Overvaluing Other People's Opinions) creeps in, you cave.    Putting ultimate goals of happiness and fulfillment aside Devaluing the accolades you worked for Discounting the achievements you earned   Why?    You listened to them, but that led you to staying stuck.    Our guest this week is Erica Rooney is a stuck expert, keynote speaker and author of Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors.    You ask what are sticky floors?    The internal barriers that keep us all stuck. Struggles with perfectionism  Imposter syndrome  And systemic barriers (like age, drinking and how things are supposed to look)   So how do you get the stick off?  Short answer, you don't   But in the episode you'll find out:    > How to use the SNAP framework to manage it > How to balance the tricky nuance between feedback and FOPO > How to overcome personal challenges to achieve greater personal and professional growth Follow Erica Rooney  Get Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors    Follow me: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorengreiff/ Interested in my coaching programs: portfoliorocket.com

If you're seeking job security, it's gone. Long gone.   That means that you're in charge.  Your career is YOUR business.  No business can survive with outdated systems, an ill informed team or strategy that doesn't meet today's demands.  Same for you.  This week I share some of my interview with TJ Bennett, host of The DesuckifyWork® Podcast.  We talk about my mission to end career victimization and how you can free yourself from it with:  Examples of sticky story telling.  The truth behind the ATS Why being qualified doesn't make you hireable How to replace job security with career adaptability And what it means to stay relevant in your career   Because here's the thing: You're going to live longer than you think.  The question isn't whether you'll find another job.  The question is: What are you going to do with the next 10, 15, 20 years of your life?   Follow me: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorengreiff/ Interested in my coaching programs: portfoliorocket.com   Follow TJ Bennett here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teejaybee/ Check out his website: thepuddingfactory.net And his substack: tjbennett.substack.com

Over the past five years there has been a significant increase in corporate issuing performance incentive plans (up 20+)   But are Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) there to help you improve or are they  insidious tactics used by employers to manage you out of your position?    How has their original intent changed over time?  What are the subtle signs that yours may be coming?  Who should you go to?  What should you do about it before it's too late?  What does “at will” really mean?  How do you take care of your mental well being when you're in the midst of it and after?    Our guest this week is  Employee Advocate Consultant, Dan Goodman.  He saw through the PIP myth 30 years ago and noticed something that most people overlook:  The gap between what employers promise and what they deliver isn't just unfair - it's wrong.   Here's the thing:  Most employees don't need a lawyer. They need a guide. Someone who can shine a light on the dark corners where "performance improvement plans" mask their real intent, where "you must sign this today" creates artificial urgency.   He decodes corporate doublespeak into what you need to hear.   Follow Dan here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-goodman2001/ Schedule a call with Dan here: https://www.dangoodmanea.com/ Connect with me, Loren Website: https://www.portfoliorocket.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorengreiff/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/portfoliorocket/ Email: Loren@portfoliorocket.com   Join our 30-day Blast Program: https://programs.portfoliorocket.com/blast-february-2025

What if your day job was to talk to 4 people a day for an hour each?  What if the goal was simply to build human connection?  What if there was no agenda during these conversations? No set questions or criteria to be someone's friend?    This week we take a peek into non linear careers.    You've probably experienced this yourself.  Even asking  “How did I get here?”   Our guest this week is Rob Lawless.  After graduating suma cum laude in finance and landing at Deloitte and a “Millennial move," with a pay cut a $24 million venture-funded startup he stopped coloring in the lines and launched his project 10KFriends.    To date, Rob has had over 6,500 conversations with people across 90 countries gaining media attention, on "On Air with Ryan Seacrest," the "TODAY Show with Hoda and Jenna," and the Kelly Clarkson Show.    Today he's turned his project into a thriving keynote speaking career.    Discover how to:    Embrace calculated risks while pursuing your next role.  Overcome the mental hurdles holding your back Harness the unexpected  How to stay true to your vision when others don't “get it”   Follow Rob on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-lawless-robs10kfriends/ Follow Rob on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robs10kfriends/ Connect with me, Loren Website: https://www.portfoliorocket.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorengreiff/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/portfoliorocket/ Email: Loren@portfoliorocket.com   Join our 30-day Blast Program: 30-Day Blast

Work doesn't have to make you miserable Neither does your job search.    The trick – knowing how to adapt.    “Things are changing much faster in labor market than 15 years ago” says our guest this week  Andrew Seaman Host of Get Hired and Editor-At-Large for Jobs & Career Development at LinkedIn News.    Today Andrew is in the interviewee seat.   He breaks down the nuances of balancing “intelligent risk” in this job market and the need to blend being open to change with being deliberate and patient. (not easy)   Andrew also lets us in on pieces of his story and candid takes on:    His relationship with work and boundaries The intersection of resumes and LinkedIn The rush of automation (AI) and his concerns on the impact on hiring How the pandemic changed the game for older workers Upskilling, reskilling and staying educated about the marketplace   Follow Andrew Seaman Listen to the Get Hired Podcast Subscribe to the Get Hired Newsletter

It's not about you It's never has been   It never will be.    Thinking otherwise.  That's what's sucking the life out of your success.    Your job search too.    You need a job > they need a solution You want a referral > why should they put their reputation on the line?  You want more money > they want to know what's that worth to them?   Most get this wrong.    You're driving, but it's not for you.  It's for them.    How could this be how it is?    Our guest, this week is James A. Felts A man on a selfless mission to help leaders grow their command presence. He breaks down where belonging comes from?  The hard hit ego takes on leaders and leading teams.  The power of the BE, KNOW DO framework  Why the discipline of knowing it's not about you is key to your success.    The Bottom Line The Consumption of You, It's Sucking Out Your Success    Follow James A. Felts    Follow me, Loren Greiff on LinkedIn   Every 40+ executive I work with has a moment when they realize:  Their richest opportunities still lie ahead.   I help experienced leaders turn decades of insight  into their next powerful chapter. Let's shape what comes next.  

As a kid New Year's Eve guaranteed staying up past midnight As a 60 year old woman I guarantee I'll be in bed before 10PM   Some things stay the same Others don't.   This week I'm flying solo to cover both.    What Will Stay The Same Human Nature: Opportunity attracts the bold, before it attracts the crowd. Risk is what you don't see (or hear): Preparation beats prediction. Overnight tragedies and long-term miracles:  Smart career decisions look boring in real time. The best story wins: Numbers inform, stories transform. Know which to use when.  It's supposed to be hard: Success demands its price upfront.   What Will Change?   2025 is a HUGE year, not because it's a new year:  AI adoption to full adaption: 2024's No.1 interview question “Tell me how you use AI in your job” 5 C's of the relationship economy: Humanity Superpowers with skills AI will never replace Upskilling and reskilling: The difference between Netflix and Blockbuster Employee Value Proposition (EVP): From static posters to dynamic systems. Hybrid + Multi Gen. Leadership: Make your presence felt by pixel and in person to work together across 5 generations   The Bottom Line Preparation beats prediction.   Follow me, Loren Greiff on LinkedIn   Every 40+ executive I work with has a moment when they realize:  Their richest opportunities still lie ahead.   I help experienced leaders turn decades of insight  into their next powerful chapter. Let's shape what comes next.

The greatest lie in business?  That success belongs to the loudest voice in the room.   But what about Warren Buffett? Bill Gates and this week's guest, Linkedin Top Voice Lissa Appiah?    Lissa started making her mark when she discovered being quiet didn't mean staying quiet.  That's how she helps her clients leverage their truth to meet impact in today's workforce   Find out why rewiring the rules matters now more than ever.   The Wake-Up Call The Big Lie: You've been told to "speak up more" your entire career.  What if that advice is completely wrong? The Power Play: Why introverts are secretly running some of the most influential companies - and how they do it without pretending to be extroverts The Cultural Blind Spot: Your cultural background shapes your introversion.  Most career advice completely misses this. Here's what you need to know. The Visibility Secret: How to get noticed without burning out (including the unexpected power of what you wear) The Network Flip: Stop working the room. Make the room work for you. The Leadership Edge: Why the future belongs to leaders who listen first - and how to position yourself as one     The Bottom Line You don't need to shout to make an impact. You need to be strategic.   The Expert Follow Lissa Appiah Certified Career Strategist guiding quiet leaders on how to win at work with a strong personal brand.    Check out her: Introvert At Work Quiz     Follow me, Loren Greiff on LinkedIn   Every 40+ executive I work with has a moment when they realize:  Their richest opportunities still lie ahead.   I help experienced leaders turn decades of insight  into their next powerful chapter. Let's shape what comes next.

Looking at my 2024 whiteboard, some of my goals will go unchecked.   → But my clients crushed theirs. → Making the big bucks → Landing huge 15/10 roles   All while overcoming ageism   → Building new networks to last a lifetime → Leading companies and changing industries → Lifting others up without a second thought.   I've described it as the year of EVERYTHING.    And you top the list.  You've listened You've shared You've subscribed and written reviews.    THANK YOU!  I strive to continue to bring you new guests that honor your time Challenge your mind And reframe your thinking.    This week we'll keep it short, with key takes from 13 this year's most listened to episodes.    Full episodes are here:  Your First Step On LinkedIn I Jasmin Alic  Awkward? Good! | Henna Pryor Time Rich? Energy Poor? | Simon Alexander Ong How To Become Unignorable I Communicate Like 1% of CEOs I Oliver Aust How To Be A Likeable Badass And Why It Matters I Alison Fragale The Universal Ism, Ageism I Dealing With It In Your Career (Pt 1) I Maureen Clough Copy For C-suiters, Words That Win Jobs I Adam Knorr Storytelling IS Everything I Michael Margolis Find Your Unique Voice (Even If You Think You Lost It) I Melissa Cohen & Julie Michelle Morris What's The Difference Between Culture Fit & Culture Climate? I Dr. Colleen Saringer You're A Legend In the Making: Secrets to Executive Transformation I Howie Chan Soothing Lies: Debunking Self-Care Fairytales I Randi Braun Mindfulness In Your Career Is BS | Steve Ware   Follow me, Loren Greiff on LinkedIn Book a call with me

What if Success Didn't Require Selling Out?   What if the conventional startup playbook is wrong?   Sharon Gillenwater sold her tech company in 2022 for $25M.    But that's not the interesting part.  The interesting part is how she did it.    By ignoring almost everything Silicon Valley says you "must" do to succeed.   Whether you're dreaming of starting your own venture, stuck in a soul-crushing corporate job, or simply tired of feeling like success requires compromise,  Sharon's story offers a powerful alternative.  She candidly shares how she overcame imposter syndrome, bootstrapped a successful company, and maintained her integrity while building serious wealth.   Find out:  Why Being an Outsider is an Asset?  When everyone in your industry sees the world the same way,  What happens when someone like you shows up with fresh eyes?    Sharon did, and she spotted an opportunity hiding in plain sight.   How Fear Is  Driving Your Decisions?  Sharon developed a simple test: "If my bank account had an extra $100K,  Would I make the same choice?"    What changes when you remove scarcity from your decision-making?   What If Your Critics Are Scared For You? Here's the thing about naysayers, especially family:  Their doubt often comes from love.  What shifts for you when you see it from that perspective?  The Point Is: The market is hungry for people and businesses that make things better. Not just better products, but better ways of working, better ways of treating people, better ways of measuring success.   Sharon's story isn't about being nice or being profitable.    It's about being both.  And maybe that's the revolution you've been waiting for.   Her new book, "Scaling with Soul," isn't just a memoir.  It's an invitation to rethink what's possible for you in your career.   Are you ready to accept?   Grab a copy of Sharon's book: Scaling with a Soul  Sharon's  Website Connect with her on LinkedIn   Follow me, Loren Greiff on LinkedIn Book a call with me

You spent 20 years building other people's brands.  Then that piece of your identity was gone.     Now what?   Fact #1: Your impressive title or years there, was never your brand.    Which then prompts you to ask these questions:    > Why, if I never needed a personal brand before, do I need one now?    > Why do some folks also on the market thrive and land interviews and I hear crickets?   > What's the real reason why my impressive network isn't helping me generate opportunities?  (Hint: It's not dead, just dormant)   > How can I make my age work for me as my competitive advantage?    It's all right here (and more)   Spoiler alert: In today's market, your personal brand is essential, not a fluffy nice to have.    That's why Former PepsiCo VP of Design and Old Navy creative leader  Phil VanDusen is our guest.    Today Phil helps industry veterans reinvent their relevance through his community, Bonfire. Download Philip's Personal Brand Wheel: philipvandusen.com/PBW

Your name isn't complicated. Our laziness is.   Reality check:   → 74% of workers struggle with pronunciations → 44% face it in interviews → 41% endure it in client meetings   Let me break this down   → L.O.R.E.N. (Not Lauren, not Laryn) → G.R.E.I.F.F. (Gryfe rhymes with life) → Michelle? No problem. Funny how that works.   Here's what we're really talking about:   → When you mangle someone's name, → You're not just fumbling syllables. → You're choosing convenience over respect.   The fix isn't complicated:   → Ask once → Practice twice → Get it right   The math: > 10 seconds to learn = years of respect > 0 seconds to butcher = instant credibility loss   Isn't that worth the extra moment? → Because in our rush to digitize everything, → Speaking someone's name with care might be → The most human thing we have left.

Trust isn't built overnight.  It's built one small action at a time.  But you can't control whether people trust you.    You can only control your actions, your follow-through,  and your willingness to take responsibility.   This week our guest is LinkedIn Top Voice Shane Hatton,  Best-selling author of two books:   > "Lead The Room – Communicate a Message That Counts in Moments That Matter" and  > "Let's Talk Culture – The Conversations You Need to Create the Team You Want."    And host of the podcast of "Phone Calls With Clever People," exploring leadership topics through conversations with thought leaders.   We go deep into trust or bust:  Find out:   How The Trust Bank Works > Trust operates like a bank account - deposits and withdrawals > Withdrawals cost more than deposits (about 10x more) > So do you earn it when only 25% of leaders give trust upfront?   What's In The Trust-Building Toolbox > What actually builds trust? (It's Not what you'd expect)  >It's more than just leading by example   What About Digital Trust?  > Your trust journey starts long before you meet someone: > What's the first layer?   > The second  and the third?    What  Happens When Trust Breaks?  > The secret = Context matters. > This is where it gets juicy! The Generational Trust Gap > We all carry an invisible rulebook of expectations: > The key: Make the unspoken spoken   The Bottom Line > What ISN”T communicated is felt.  > What's felt is interpreted.  > What's interpreted is often inaccurate.   Follow Shane:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/shanemhatton/   Get his books here: Let's Talk Culture  Lead the Room

We're going there.  Full on, spiritual   WHY?  Because it's what most of us in times of uncertainty miss.  Especially now Especially in your job search.    Don't waste the value of uncertainty Instead listen to this episode as:   Dr. John Page unpacks the intersection of faith and career uncertainty.    4 insights you don't want to miss;    The Certainty Paradox January won't magically be better than December.  The only certainty?  Nothing's certain.    Your Exit Signal When your values clash with reality,  The neon sign doesn't get dimmer.  It gets louder. Listen. . Faith Without Action = Dead:  Sitting still never created change.  Take the leap.  Watch the window of faith open up through action.   The Interview Truth:  Decision-makers can smell belief or lack of it.  Your faith (or lack of it) speaks before you do.   Navigating career transitions in uncertain times.  This is Raw. Real. Required listening.   Dr. John Page is not a therapist or a psychologist. He's a Former pastor now helping people like me and you  figure sh*t out, without the dogma.    Follow him here:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-john-page-2b227823b/

You want more power.  But, here's what you're missing   Power isn't earned respect  Power doesn't mean value either. This week's conversation with Allison Fragale, best-selling author of Likeable Badass: How Women Get The Success They Deserve, reveals three game-changing insights about power, status, and success. The Power Trap  > Power without status is like having keys to a room nobody wants to enter.  > Think about it,  when did you ever enthusiastically follow someone because of their title?  > Status comes before power - it's what makes people want to give you opportunities, not out of obligations. The Status Formula  Two dimensions determine your status: Capability: Your proven ability to deliver Caring: Your commitment to others' success   This explains why some executives get every opportunity While others, equally qualified, get passed over.  Every interaction either builds or erodes your perception. The Strategic Truth  The most successful executives build status when they don't need it.  It's not networking - it's status building.  In today's world of remote work and AI, status is the ultimate differentiator between good and great careers.   The Bottom Line:  > Power can be given.  > Status must be earned.  > Which one are you building today?   Alison Fragale is a research psychologist, award-winning professor, international keynote speaker, and author, on a mission to help others — especially women — work and live better by understanding and applying the science of people.  Follow here here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisonfragale/ Get her book here:https://alisonfragale.com/

Here's something no one told you in business school: Your greatest asset isn't your MBA, your network, or your experience.   It's your weirdness.   Not the corny coffee-mug kind.  The WYRD kind. (That's the original spelling, by the way.)   WYRD: The power to control or influence fate and destiny.   Turns out our ancestors knew something we've forgotten.  That thing that makes you different?  It's not a bug.    It's your operating system.   Frankie Russo learned this the expensive way.   Built an empire Lost it all in 2008 Discovered something better than success   Here's the plot twist:  You can't fulfill your 'why' until you embrace your 'weird.'   In this week's conversation, Frankie unpacks:   - The 7-8 year reinvention cycle (it's coming, whether you're ready or not) - Why "bottoms" are your best teachers - How to weaponize weirdness in high-stakes moments - The counterintuitive path to genius-level work   The kicker?  Your weirdness isn't something to overcome.  It's your superpower waiting to be activated.   But only if you're brave enough to use it.   Are you?   Frankie Russo is Two-time TEDx speaker, author, and guide for those ready to turn their weird into their worth.   Check him out:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankie-russo/ https://www.frankierusso.com/

In the high-stakes game of executive job hunting, you're probably obsessing over your network, your resume, your interview techniques. But here's the thing:  While everyone else is playing the same old notes, there's an untapped advantage sitting right in front of you. Writing. Not just any writing  > The kind that makes people stop scrolling.  > The kind that turns strangers into allies.  > The kind that opens doors before you even knock.   Adam Knorr, the wizard behind some of LinkedIn's most engaging executive profiles, joins us to share these startling truths:    On a platform of 1 billion users, only 16% are consistently showing up.  That's not just a gap – it's your opportunity.   He reveals the elegant simplicity of what works:    > One clear message.  > One ideal reader.  > One purposeful call to action.   Perfect isn't the point.    > Consistency is.  > Every post – you decide the cadence builds your mountain > One pebble at a time. Plus Adam's rub on using AI to write your copy  >Turn profile views into conversations,  > Conversations into opportunities.   The best time to start was yesterday.  The second best time is now.   Follow Adam here  https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamknorr/  

Here's the pickle:   Experience, wisdom, and broader perspectives add tremendous value, but quantifying this without relying on age alone IS tricky.    That's why in Part 2 of The Universal Ism, Ageism I Dealing With It In Your Career we're focusing on how to leverage your experience without having it become a liability.    Maureen Clough of "It Gets Late Early" is back and she's not pulling any punches.   Why should you listen?   Your change starts within. Flip your mental script on age. Experience has a price tag. Learn to calculate it. Cross-pollination is magic. Young + old = unexpected breakthroughs. Fear is real. So is your value. Both can coexist. Careers are marathons, not sprints – how will you pace yourself? Talk is cheap. Real inclusivity takes guts and action. This isn't just another episode. I t's a call to arms.  A nudge to rethink, rebuild, and revolutionize how we view age in your job search and career.  Follow here here:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/maureenwclough/   Listen to It Gets Late Early Here  https://www.itgetslateearly.com/podcast   Want to change the future of the tech workforce together? Sign up for Maureen's newsletter here: https://www.itgetslateearly.com/?fbclid=IwY2xjawFo9YlleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHaPbnPPMzihcdXkP8sWHNqws-HZnZwE6WPG6mulDjLdWTKAFK3l-MziczA_aem_3apY2HzyLLXuRAk5rBvhqQ    

It's unavoidable, and it's happening right now. You're aging.    But no matter what age you are something is going on.    In your 20's or 30's you'll experience youngerism In your 30's or 40's, it's middle-ageism Over 40? straight up ageism   And, then there's “lookism” and “genderism” especially for women.    This week my favorite AGE gal pal Maureen Clough, the host of the incredible podcast “It Gets Late Early”.    She rips the bandaid off tech's dirty little secrets but ageism doesn't start or end there.    In this episode find out:    The shocking truth about ageism's reach and how it manifests across different industries.  How changing your perspective CAN influence those around you. Risk vs. Rewards: uncovering potential consequences and benefits of addressing ageism head-on. Why public backlash matters– like in cases of Indeed's rapid response vs.  slower reactions from giants like LinkedIn. And, what the bigger case for ROI Inclusion is and how age-inclusive policies can lead to increased profits and market share.   Maureen Clough is the genius host of It Gets Late Early, a show about getting older in Tech. | She's been featured in WIRED, Business Insider and Inside Edition    Maureen is an ex-journalist who somehow found herself in the tech world, and then discovered that I was “old” for tech even before I hit 40. This was the genesis of It Gets Late Early, which is all about the experience of getting older in the youth-obsessed tech industry. She is  starting the conversation about age bias in the corporate world with the intention of making things better for all of us - employers included. Follow here here:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/maureenwclough/   Listen to It Gets Late Early Here  https://www.itgetslateearly.com/podcast   Want to change the future of the tech workforce together? Sign up for Maureen's newsletter here: https://www.itgetslateearly.com/?fbclid=IwY2xjawFo9YlleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHaPbnPPMzihcdXkP8sWHNqws-HZnZwE6WPG6mulDjLdWTKAFK3l-MziczA_aem_3apY2HzyLLXuRAk5rBvhqQ    

Roughly 28% of Americans have laid off in the last two years.    The repercussions – no one needs to tell you.    Whether it's the first time it's ever happened to you Didn't see it coming  Or suspect ageism caused it   You need a way and place to deal with it to heal from it.    To go from “what if” to “imagine if”  To allow for redirection out of the ashes of resignation. And get real and vulnerable to rebuild and recover the identity you had.    Laura Krauss, also known as “layoff Laura” didn't take her layoff lying down.   She made it public, yes for herself But also for you And for those who are grieving – going through the layoff phases and stages In this episode we address some lesser known facts around layoffs: Why and how the emotional impact of layoffs often outweighs financial hits Why age  doesn't have to be a source of shame and how to use it for what's next How to craft your new personal narrative to navigate post-layoff challenges. Plus: where to go and how to access Laura's growing community  “The Layoff Cooties Couch” – the safest seat to connect with others healing from the emotional trauma of a layoff. After 20+ years as high producing global sales executive, Laura Krauss was blindsided and laid off. Shocked and unsupported by her coworkers, she vulnerably started sharing her story on Linkedin in Nov. of 2023.    Since then her life has changed. And it hasn't been easy or over produced (like this episode).  She's been raw and real in her personal journey through a layoff,  the emotional impact, the importance of community, and the need to destigmatize layoffs.  She emphasizes the stages of grief experienced during this transition and the significance of finding one's identity beyond work.    Laura also highlights the healing power of vulnerability and the importance of mindset shifts for job seekers, particularly in addressing ageism and crafting a personal narrative post-layoff.   Follow Laura!   Preorder her upcoming book The Layoff Cooties, It's Them, Not You here:    https://www.rippleeffectsales.com Join her community here: https://the-layoff-cooties-couch.mn.co/plans/1445282?bundle_token=5ba606b766144cc96320fb833098a7c9

Ever found yourself in the heart-wrenching reality of change?    > Your nakedness can feel even more naked (especially in private)  > You feel lost in the storm of the unknown > You're confronted with peeling back the layers but, what's underneath?    Change is complex   > So where can you start unraveling so you can rise?  > How can you get grounded in turbulent times?  > How can you extract the insights while managing all the emotions?   Start right here.    This week Renee DeVore breaks it down, with a firm hand and gentle heart   Find out:    How to listen to your inner guidance Where to lean in, to navigate change without white knuckling it How to build self acceptance, intuition and empowerment to see things differently   Bonus: Find out why: "Nothing happens to us, it always happens for us." Renee DeVore guides people through transformative change, helping them unlock a deeper awareness of who they are to help them overcome:    Feeling like you're constantly giving to others but leaving nothing for yourself Struggling to balance empathy with standing up for your own needs Navigating feelings of guilt when you prioritize yourself Battling imposter syndrome and self-doubt Striving to live up to external expectations while longing to feel fulfilled Losing touch with your sense of purpose and personal joy

Legends are people like you and me who ask themselves:    What was this all for?  Am I living up to my  fullest potential  What is the story I want to tell    What do I want to leave behind?   Our week's guest is Howie Chan. He's on a quest for legendary, building legendary brands. In this episode you'll find out:   The pillars of becoming a legend (ice baths not included)  How to reframe self-promotion so both you and others can benefit The power behind the Be, Do, Have Philosophy And how to get out of the trap of quick-fix, instant-result mindset.   Plus the myths around charisma guaranteed to surprise you! Howie Chan is on a mission: To help 1 million people live their version of legendary. Sign up for his LegendLetters.co   LEGEND LETTERS The weekly newsletter that gives you the best strategies from scientific research and legendary figures on self-mastery and influencing human behavior. I cover topics like persuasion, charisma, and high-performance living - in your inbox - every Sunday.   Connect with Howie https://www.linkedin.com/in/howiechaniam/   Connect with me, Loren Website: https://www.portfoliorocket.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorengreiff/  

What if the path to your best self doesn't run to a bar, but away from it?  > What if sobriety isn't about what you lose, but about what you gain?  > What if it delivered clarity, health, and a renewed sense of self? > What if you're functioning well on the surface but feel the weight of alcohol pulling you down?    Welcome to a pivotal “sober curious” conversation in this week's episode.   Find out:   > Why 30% of Americans have chosen to stop drinking > Who is leading this movement (pssst it's not who you think) > How sobriety is impacting cultural shifts towards alcohol's role in society   ++ Tips on how to navigate social situations and decline the drink without feeling pressured or excluded. This episode is for those who may be at the crossroads of deciding to let go of alcohol and grasp a fuller, richer life.    Join me and Brittany Young as we explore how stepping away from the drink is her story (and mine) and could be yours toward true achievement and authenticity Brittany is an executive sober coach and speaker, focusing on helping high-achievers replace alcohol with life-enhancing tools for success and freedom through her Breakthrough BS Method™. Her philosophy centers on empowerment and transformative growth, replacing dependency with purposeful living   Connect with Brittany https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittany-young-7aa2775a/   Connect with me, Loren Website: https://www.portfoliorocket.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorengreiff/

You've been noticing that your job search is taking forever Your career is moving in slow motion You've been waiting and waiting for the offer to come   Election years will do that   You want to get a handle on the red flags  If you're better off seeking a full time or contract role?  And what your long  vs. short tenure can signal  It's all here for you thanks to our guest Erica Reckcamp   Whether you're in a search, expecting a promotion, raise or bonus Find out:    How this election year will impact the labor market for the rest of 2024   How to delicately address upcoming shifts in power and policies  How to increase the value of your candidacy when risks are higher Who you need to networking with, that most don't know about Erica Reckcamp is one of my most trusted resume partners for  C-Suite Board, and Executive job seekers.    With years of

No one doesn't have imposter syndrome.    The question is which one   There are 5 types (who knew)    I have them all but in varying degrees   This week we're bringing back one of our  All time most listened to episodes with Jule Kim   Find out:    How Imposter Syndrome annoyingly explains away our success What are the 5 types of Imposter Syndrome How they present themselves on the surface How do they can sneak out unexpectedly Jule is an Imposter Syndrome expert she understands  from the inside out    Law school drop out, turns top amateur gamer, Microsoft Technical Editor, Amazon Content Manager, Headshot Photographer to executive leadership coach.  Connect with Jule Kim LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julekim/ Website: https://adviceactually.com/ Get Jule's self love card deck here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0593690303?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details   Connect with Loren: Website: https://www.portfoliorocket.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorengreiff/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/portfoliorocket/ Email: Loren@portfoliorocket.com

It's easy for executives to feel overwhelmed on LinkedIn   The platform is robust And drives far more impact than a parking spot for your resume   But before you throw your hands up Let's focus on first things first   Our guest this week Jasmin Alic is living proof that great teachers Help others to get great   Who doesn't want to know how he does it So you can too   Find out:    How to budget your time when time constrained on Linkedin  The three things you need to optimize your profile and turn it into a one-shot landing page? How to uncomplicate what you want others to do once they get to your profile Connect with Jasmin LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/alicjasmin/ Book a call with him: https://calendly.com/jasmin-alic/linkedin?month=2024-02   Connect with Loren: Book a Discovery Call https://www.portfoliorocket.com/ Get Your Free eBook: How To Access The Hidden Job Market LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorengreiff/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/portfoliorocket/ Email: Loren@portfoliorocket.com

Ouchhh That's the sound of your values being stepped on.    Your coworker threw you under the bus You're stuck in fear You don't have enough saved to tell your job to shove it    Why does this happen?    Short answer You don't know your values.  You're not living them   This week, Ricki Pasinelli, CEO Whisperer & Chief Growth Strategist Chief  blows the lid off of core values:   Find out:   Why your core values fuel your actions whether personal or professional What your first step are to evaluate them - in interviews and in your next role How to apply them daily   “Core values should be more than just statements;  they must translate into everyday actions that attract like-minded individuals and repel  those who don't align”    Make sure to follow Ricki    Ricki is the Founder of Make Partnership is a boutique consultancy providing expertise in double-digit growth acceleration for 50+ employees across tech startups, creative agencies, manufacturing companies, and professional service firms.   You can book a call with her here   Connect with Loren: Book a Discovery Call  Get Your Free eBook: How To Access The Hidden Job Market LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorengreiff/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/portfoliorocket/ Email: Loren@portfoliorocket.com  

There are two types of people:   Those who see personal investments as an expense, And those who understand it as a path to remarkable ROI   Most financial advisors tell you to put any extra cash into    Real estate The market  Investments   But that's not what financial advisor, Mando Sallavanti suggests   “The first place that I tell people to consider is in the mirror, it's themselves” Find out: What Mando did when he made $360 in his first three months to invest in himself (and why you do the same thing)  How much you should sock away in your “emergency fund” regardless of how secure your job is (or not)  What are the best free resources to invest in – before anything happens to your job What do to do to take advantage of hidden tax benefits while you're on the market Follow Mando  Get his newsletter here PS: Mando is not your average financial planner type of guy and nor is his content He helps people build passive income, retire early, and travel  Get your free subscription to  Connect with Loren: Book a Discovery Call  Get Your Free eBook: How To Access The Hidden Job Market LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorengreiff/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/portfoliorocket/ Email: Loren@portfoliorocket.com

Are you looking to network or gain access to those with influence?   There IS a difference:    Networking: A coffee conversation, that can tip over to a transaction Strategic networking:  Intentional relationship building Access and influence: Fostered relationships earning you access and influence   No judgment, simply a distinction   Scott MacGregor is the master at building relationships to gain access and influence than  And in this week's episode he share some of his best secrets   Find out how:    Why you should seek out opportunities vs. occasions When to make “the ask”? What it means to be one of one and why it's game-changing What are low cost, low effort ways to put $1M in someone's heart to build that relationship.   Scott is the Founder & CEO of The Outlier Project A private membership community of people all over the world who want to live an extraordinary life and recognize that the people you surround yourself with play a huge role For more info www.theoutlierproject.co   Connect with Scott Get your free subscription to The Outlier magazine    Connect with Loren: Book a Discovery Call  Get Your Free eBook: How To Access The Hidden Job Market LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorengreiff/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/portfoliorocket/ Email: Loren@portfoliorocket.com

Everyone loves a great story   Stories make you memorable Stories help you engage where facts can't   Stories are more powerful than glue in helping us bond, relate and align  [this is why they work like magic in your job search]    But, here's the thing   Too many executives steer away from sharing their best stories Not because they don't have them  Because they don't how to share a vulnerable story without oversharing, or TMI That's why this week guest Holly Crawshaw is here.    Find out how:    Tell stories that help people cheer for you.  Share your wound story to be authentic, without sharing the drama Lean into stories that are professional with sprinkles of your 5 % differentiators And what you need to removed from your stories, to avoid TMI Holly's ghostwriting background led her to go all in on Linkedin.  Over the last 3 years she's generated over 8,000,000 views,  100,000 new followers, and increased leads by an average of 230% for her clients. Connect with Holly Join her next Masterclass  (I did and it's been life changing!)  Connect with Loren: Book a Discovery Call  Get Your Free eBook: How To Access The Hidden Job Market LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorengreiff/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/portfoliorocket/ Email: Loren@portfoliorocket.com

Create Don't Wait That's the most notable difference with today's executives in transition.    And to cut your time on the market.  While driving alignment  And earning more (for our clients, on average +40-70% more)    What do I mean when I say create,  don't wait?    It's all in this concise less than 15 minute (solo) episode   Find out:   How to avoid the black holes of the ATS What the key elements are to strategically network and drive referrals vs. network to drink coffee.  How to differentiate yourself vs. commoditizing your candidacy How to amplify your search success without going it alone.    Did you like this episode?  We want to hear it all – email us at info@portfoliorocket.com I'm Loren Greiff, Executive Career Strategist Empowering executives with today's non conventional strategies  to earn their seat at the table or make a new one.  Connect with me:  Book a Discovery Call  Get Your Free eBook: How To Access The Hidden Job Market LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorengreiff/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/portfoliorocket/ Email: Loren@portfoliorocket.com

They say, what doesn't kill you will make you stronger.  Few understand this the way our guest Kofi Douhadji does.    In his words:  “Resilience is just something you build up”   This applies to all of us –  in and outside of our careers –  especially in a job search.    In this episode Kofi shares his secrets to building resilience.    Find out how:    Curiosity and gratitude help overcome adversity.  See beyond the obvious Embracing fear and growth are necessary for success.  See beyond your conditions to strengthen your resilience and inner strength.  How to apply resilience as a  tool in both your personal and professional life.   His path is remarkable Born in Togo, West Africa to becoming a US citizen, to two (nearly three time) book author, airforce pilot, father and Founder of Flying Wings,  a hybrid-publishing house.    This episode celebrates your past unique path and inspires your lesser known path to come.    Connect with Kofi Douhadji    Connect with Loren: Book a Discovery Call  Get Your Free eBook: How To Access The Hidden Job Market LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorengreiff/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/portfoliorocket/ Email: Loren@portfoliorocket.com

We forget or may not realize how strongly our workplace is a “determinant of our health”.    Regardless of the said culture or assumed fit  Workplaces are still a source of harassment, bullying, and depression.    So what does the buzzword of “culture fit” really mean?    Our guest this week, Dr. Colleen Saringer is an organizational health professional (not to be confused with HR)    For 25+ years she been advocating change through the lens of bettering the  organization from a health standpoint      In this episode find out:    Why and what you need to know about culture fit and culture climate to protect your mental health.   What are some common examples and disconnects between them?    How can you get to the truth behind a company's culture climate?    What is Dr. Saringer's workplace advocacy ACTION framework you as an employee have a responsibility to?  Connect with Dr. Colleen Saringer   Connect with Loren: Book a Discovery Call  Get Your Free eBook: How To Access The Hidden Job Market LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorengreiff/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/portfoliorocket/ Email: Loren@portfoliorocket.com