Career Connections with the HR Insider

You're a busy soloprenuer doing all the things and you have been doing great at keeping it all together until now. Your business is growing and you need help, but you just don't want to go through the process of hiring. It sounds like a pain , so you have decided you will just work harder to get it all done. WRONG ANSWER! Listen to this episode and hear the 3 consequences that happens when you do not hire. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

You've hired the people, but not quite sure how to get more out of them or don't know how to keep them? Then listen to this episode where I share 3 ways to improve employee engagement in your business right now! It's not enough to hire great people-you must also know how to keep them! I give you a simple approach to do just that. Send any questions or "aha" moments to barbara@careerpathwaysconsulting.com. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/barbara-mason/support

Project managers are always in demand. The Project Management Institute (PMI®) expects 22 million new project management job openings through 2027. For a long time, project managers were mostly seen in IT and construction but now there are so many industries you can use project management skills. This episode is going to shift your thinking on where and how you can think about project management outside of those industries and so much more! In this episode, I sit down with Crystal Richards who is the Principal and Owner of MindsparQ™, a talent development consulting firm dedicated to helping organizations better the skills sets of their teams in the areas of project management, communications, and leadership. Crystal Richards has over 20 years of experience as a project manager and a trainer. Crystal is a certified project management professional, an agile certified practitioner, and is certified in emotional intelligence (EQ). Crystal’s focus is to train people to be better project managers so they can consistently deliver projects with clarity, confidence and courage. Crystal also maintains an online community on project management and leadership better practices. To learn more about the community, go to themindsparq.mn.co. And connect with Crystal on the following platforms: www.theMindsparQ.com crystal@theMindsparQ.com LI: in/theMindsparQ IG: @theMindsparQ Twitter: @theMindsparQ Vimeo: www.vimeo.com/theMindsparQ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/barbara-mason/support

I spent 20 years in corporate America as a Black female and 15 of those years was in leadership. In this episode, I talk about what that experience was like, how I felt and how I survived. It is a conversation that is not had often especially without censure. Now that I no longer work in corporate America, I can speak freely about the challenging moments and be transparent about my journey. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/barbara-mason/support

Being a working mom is one of the hardest jobs and now that there is a pandemic, it is even more difficult. But it is possible to have a great career and still be a great mother. It takes some realistic expectations, boundaries and much more. In this episode, I sit down with 3 other working moms and we discuss the challenges and the rewards of being a working mother. If you are looking for laughs, encouragement and solutions...this is the episode for you. If you need help balancing your career, please reach out to me at barbara@careerpathwaysconsulting.com to set up a chat. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/barbara-mason/support

I left my comfortable senior level 9-5 job in June 2019 and now 18 months later, it is real clear the 5 definitive things I have learned by making that transition. This is an episode for career professionals working in corporate America and for entrepreneurs. Some things we do not learn until we make huge leaps of faith. Take a listen to this episode and glean the "gems" of what I learned and how to apply them to your current career and life. If you need help making a career transition, reach out to me and be a part of my career change program, TRANSITIONS. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/barbara-mason/support

Diversity and inclusion has evolved in the workplace and it is becoming more and more relevant and a part of our everyday world. Sometimes, it can be hard to navigate as a human, but especially in the workplace. In this open discussion with Nicole Mitchell, Director of Diversity & Inclusion at Cedars-Sinai Hospital, we talk about how this evolution has happened, why companies should pay attention to it, and how employees can help and navigate it. This is a must-listen for all leaders and all employees. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/barbara-mason/support

In this episode, I share 3 reasons why you should stop settling in your career. Statistics show that over 50% of people go to jobs everyday they do not like. They remain in unfulfilling roles for many reasons, but in this episode I hope you get a clear view on why that is not the best option. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/barbara-mason/support

It has been one year since I "Fired My Boss" and in this episode, I talk about what life is like now after I am for real gone from my 9-5. I share 3 things in my life that are completely different. This episode will inspire you to think about your own career journey and take inventory of where you are and where you want to be. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/barbara-mason/support

Our world has turned upside down but it is important that we leverage the time we have doing this crisis and use it to find or re-create our passion. In this episode, I share a conversation I had with Andrea Holyfield-a career transition consultant and we both share our unique experiences on going after our passion and how we discovered it! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/barbara-mason/support

There is a time to blend in and there is a time to stand out. In this episode, I share with you 3 ways to stand out at work and be noticed. If you are looking to grow in your career, get promoted or move into leadership-this episode is for you! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/barbara-mason/support

In this episode- I explore how time is a constant and we have to approach and think about our time differently in order to reach our goals. I give you 3 practical tips on how to think about your time and manage it differently so you can accomplish your career goals. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/barbara-mason/support

This episode explores the need for courage in your career if you intend to get where you want to be. Barbara gives personal examples of how she had to demonstrate courage in her career in pivotal moments and go against the odds. If you are struggling with unmet career goals and feel hesitant about the next step in your career-this is for you! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/barbara-mason/support

Chef Adyre Mason, owner of The Veggie was a systems engineer and cashed in her 401K to open her vegan comfort food meal prep company! Listen to her approach of WHY and HOW she did it! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/barbara-mason/support

The first 90 days is critical in any new role, job, or assignment. I give you 5 practical tips on how to make sure you start it the right way and have success the 1st 90 days and beyond! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/barbara-mason/support

Listen to my 3 reasons that led to my decision to leave corporate America June 2019. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/barbara-mason/support

Listen to these golden nugget excerpts from my radio interview on the Solutions Radio show with Ronda Robinson. I talk about how to manage your boss, how to survive your performance reviews, and what to do when things are not going well at work. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/barbara-mason/support

Learn the 5 pillars that will help support you in your career growth! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/barbara-mason/support

I give you the "insider" secrets on the 3 things hiring managers want to know when you interview! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/barbara-mason/support

I discuss the 5 barriers or obstacles that keeps you from making the career move you need to make. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/barbara-mason/support

In this episode, I am taking you behind the scenes on an interview with Ronda Robinson on the Solutions radio show. We get to business discussing resumes, interviews and more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/barbara-mason/support

Are you prepared as you could be if you were unfortunate to lose your job today? Find out 5 things you can do today to be in a good position just in case... --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/barbara-mason/support

Tune in as I share 4 obstacles to landing the job you want! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/barbara-mason/support

5 signs it may be time for a career change --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/barbara-mason/support