Career Yak

Start your own podcast with Buzzsprout, who I use as a host and highly recommend.Email us at careeryakpod@gmail.com if you have questions about starting your own podcast.Support the showGet our most downloaded freebie, our house renovation template that my wife and I used to track costs and that you can use on your own projects. Don't forget to join our email list to get access to more Career Yak content.Also don't forget to check out our other podcast Sales Yak if you want to dig more into whether a sales career is right for you.Start your own podcast with Buzzsprout.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental).

Start your own podcast with Buzzsprout, who I use as a host and highly recommend.Email us at careeryakpod@gmail.com if you have questions about starting your own podcast.Support the showGet our most downloaded freebie, our house renovation template that my wife and I used to track costs and that you can use on your own projects. Don't forget to join our email list to get access to more Career Yak content.Also don't forget to check out our other podcast Sales Yak if you want to dig more into whether a sales career is right for you.Start your own podcast with Buzzsprout.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental).

Start your own podcast with Buzzsprout, who I use as a host and highly recommend.Email us at careeryakpod@gmail.com if you have questions about starting your own podcast.Support the showGet our most downloaded freebie, our house renovation template that my wife and I used to track costs and that you can use on your own projects. Don't forget to join our email list to get access to more Career Yak content.Also don't forget to check out our other podcast Sales Yak if you want to dig more into whether a sales career is right for you.Start your own podcast with Buzzsprout.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental).

Start your own podcast with Buzzsprout, who I use as a host and highly recommend.Email us at careeryakpod@gmail.com if you have questions about starting your own podcast. Support the showGet our most downloaded freebie, our house renovation template that my wife and I used to track costs and that you can use on your own projects. Check out our new affiliate Lone Birch to get some handmade high quality wood products for your home or public office. Based in NH, USA… use coupon code career to get 10% off. Check out our other New England affiliate Vermont Flannel. Don't forget to join our email list to get access to more Career Yak content.Also don't forget to check out our other podcast Sales Yak if you want to dig more into whether a sales career is right for you.Start your own podcast with Buzzsprout.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental).

Start your own podcast with Buzzsprout. Support the showGet our most downloaded freebie, our house renovation template that my wife and I used to track costs and that you can use on your own projects. Check out our new affiliate Lone Birch to get some handmade high quality wood products for your home or public office. Based in NH, USA… use coupon code career to get 10% off. Check out our other New England affiliate Vermont Flannel. Don't forget to join our email list to get access to more Career Yak content.Also don't forget to check out our other podcast Sales Yak if you want to dig more into whether a sales career is right for you.Start your own podcast with Buzzsprout.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental).

If you have a company or are an individual looking to start a podcast, here's the first step. Start your own podcast with Buzzsprout. Support the showGet our most downloaded freebie, our house renovation template that my wife and I used to track costs and that you can use on your own projects. Check out our new affiliate Lone Birch to get some handmade high quality wood products for your home or public office. Based in NH, USA… use coupon code career to get 10% off. Check out our other New England affiliate Vermont Flannel. Don't forget to join our email list to get access to more Career Yak content.Also don't forget to check out our other podcast Sales Yak if you want to dig more into whether a sales career is right for you.Start your own podcast with Buzzsprout.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental).

Subscriber-only episodeCheck out this episode to dig into the details of how we structured our budget and the actual costs of items like cabinets, appliances, flooring and more during our house project.  If you need help with budgeting for your project, email me at careeryakpod@gmail.com Get our most downloaded freebie, our house renovation template that my wife and I used to track costs and that you can use on your own projects. Check out our new affiliate Lone Birch to get some handmade high quality wood products for your home or public office. Based in NH, USA… use coupon code career to get 10% off. Check out our other New England affiliate Vermont Flannel. Don't forget to join our email list to get access to more Career Yak content.Also don't forget to check out our other podcast Sales Yak if you want to dig more into whether a sales career is right for you.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental).

Our first guest from Africa! I reconnect with my childhood friend Jonathan to chat about what it's like to be a freelance videographer in South Africa and his journey to hopefully making full length movies one day. Check out some of his work here! Support the showGet our most downloaded freebie, our house renovation template that my wife and I used to track costs and that you can use on your own projects. Check out our new affiliate Lone Birch to get some handmade high quality wood products for your home or public office. Based in NH, USA… use coupon code career to get 10% off. Don't forget to join our email list to get access to more Career Yak content.Also don't forget to check out our other podcast Sales Yak if you want to dig more into whether a sales career is right for you.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental).

Subscriber-only episodeListen in to get a look behind the scenes of the Career Yak podcast stats.  Get our most downloaded freebie, our house renovation template that my wife and I used to track costs and that you can use on your own projects. Check out our new affiliate Lone Birch to get some handmade high quality wood products for your home or public office. Based in NH, USA… use coupon code career to get 10% off. Don't forget to join our email list to get access to more Career Yak content.Also don't forget to check out our other podcast Sales Yak if you want to dig more into whether a sales career is right for you.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental).

Sometimes you don't know what you don't know in business or sales. Testing can help clarify things.  Support the showCheck out our new affiliate Lone Birch to get some handmade high quality wood products for your home or public office. Based in NH, USA… use coupon code career to get 10% off. Lone BirchDoes Your Company Needs Its Own Podcast to build brand awareness and credibility? We can help! Click here to learn more. Don't forget to join our email list to get access to more Career Yak content.Also don't forget to check out our other podcast Sales Yak if you want to dig more into whether a sales career is right for you.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental).

Subscriber-only episodeTo get more details on starting a business in the trucking industry, check out this premium episode taken from my interview with Josh Utke. Check out our new affiliate Lone Birch to get some handmade high quality wood products for your home or public office. Based in NH, USA… use coupon code career to get 10% off. Lone BirchDoes Your Company Needs Its Own Podcast to build brand awareness and credibility? We can help! Click here to learn more. Don't forget to join our email list to get access to more Career Yak content.Also don't forget to check out our other podcast Sales Yak if you want to dig more into whether a sales career is right for you.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental).

I welcome in another seasoned sales professional turned entrepreneur in this fun conversation with Josh Utke, founder of Sun Key Equipment Finance based in Phoenix, AZ.  Josh and I briefly worked together and in this conversation he gives insight on sales in the transportation industry and why he made the jump to becoming an entrepreneur. Check out Josh's other business as well, EvolvePro, which helps transportation professionals with online industry specific education tools. Support the showCheck out our new affiliate Lone Birch to get some handmade high quality wood products for your home or public office. Based in NH, USA… use coupon code career to get 10% off. Lone BirchDoes Your Company Needs Its Own Podcast to build brand awareness and credibility? We can help! Click here to learn more. Don't forget to join our email list to get access to more Career Yak content.Also don't forget to check out our other podcast Sales Yak if you want to dig more into whether a sales career is right for you.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental).

Today I share a bit about how my wife and I budgeted and tracked costs for a full interior renovation we performed on our home we recently purchased.We created a template to track costs and compare it to our original budget. Click here to get access to it and feel free to tailor it to your own project. If you have questions regarding budgeting or home renovation info, feel free to email me at careeryakpod@gmail.com. Support the showDoes Your Company Needs Its Own Podcast to build brand awareness and credibility? We can help! Click here to learn more. Don't forget to join our email list to get access to more Career Yak content.Also don't forget to check out our other podcast Sales Yak if you want to dig more into whether a sales career is right for you.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental).

You can't close deals unless you have deals to close. Support the showDoes Your Company Needs Its Own Podcast to build brand awareness and credibility? We can help! Click here to learn more. Don't forget to join our email list to get access to more Career Yak content.Also don't forget to check out our other podcast Sales Yak if you want to dig more into whether a sales career is right for you.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental).

Heather Osgood of True Native Media and The Podcast Broker shares about her journey in entrepreneurship and how her businesses help other podcasters grow and thrive. Support the showCareer Yak Podcast Service - Does Your Company Needs Its Own Podcast?Don't forget to join our email list to get access to more Career Yak content.Also don't forget to check out our other podcast Sales Yak if you want to dig more into whether a sales career is right for you.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental).

Check out my quick review of Fanatical Prospecting by Jeb Blount. I recommend! Support the showCareer Yak Podcast Service - Does Your Company Needs Its Own Podcast?Don't forget to join our email list to get access to more Career Yak content.Also don't forget to check out our other podcast Sales Yak if you want to dig more into whether a sales career is right for you.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental).

Subscriber-only episodeOn this premium episode Casey sheds light on some financial metrics for restaurants in particular and talks about why she thinks it's so important to try and poke holes in someone's business idea.Check out Kasey and her business here!Career Yak Podcast Service - Does Your Company Needs Its Own Podcast?Don't forget to join our email list to get access to more Career Yak content.Also don't forget to check out our other podcast Sales Yak if you want to dig more into whether a sales career is right for you.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental).

Join me in one of my favorite interviews as I chat with New England entrepreneur, Kasey Anton, Owner of Spark Business Consulting. She's an expert on small business, Quickbooks, business models and restaurants.Also check out her new book, Profit First for Restaurants, coming out end of June, 2023. Pre order now!You can check out Kasey and all she's doing here! Support the showCareer Yak Podcast Service - Does Your Company Needs Its Own Podcast?Don't forget to join our email list to get access to more Career Yak content.Also don't forget to check out our other podcast Sales Yak if you want to dig more into whether a sales career is right for you.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental).

Learn about how to form better habits and ask better questions as you coach others. 4 out of 5 stars for me!Check it out here: The Coaching Habit Support the showCareer Yak Podcast Service - Does Your Company Needs Its Own Podcast?Don't forget to join our email list to get access to more Career Yak content.Also don't forget to check out our other podcast Sales Yak if you want to dig more into whether a sales career is right for you.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental).

Subscriber-only episodeLearn about my earnings and details on department financial metrics when I was a Rental Manager in the commercial truck space. Career Yak Podcast Service - Does Your Company Needs Its Own Podcast?Don't forget to join our email list to get access to more Career Yak content.Also don't forget to check out our other podcast Sales Yak if you want to dig more into whether a sales career is right for you.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental).

Ian had changed companies, moved cities, and even switched career paths briefly. And we used to work together! But he didn't want to give up on the industry he started in. He knew there was opportunity and he hadn't reached his full potential. Free resource for anyone looking to change jobs!7 Steps to Starting Your Next Job SearchCheck out Ian's company at arvadarentalls.com. Support the showCareer Yak Podcast Service - Does Your Company Needs Its Own Podcast?Don't forget to join our email list to get access to more Career Yak content.Also don't forget to check out our other podcast Sales Yak if you want to dig more into whether a sales career is right for you.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental).

Check out my quick review of The JOLT Effect - How High Performers Overcome Customer Indecision. Quick read or listen, and I do recommend, especially if you're in sales. Support the showShould your company start a podcast?Don't forget to join our email list to get access to more Career Yak content.Also don't forget to check out our other podcast Sales Yak if you want to dig more into whether a sales career is right for you.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental).

From the Sales Yak podcast:Selling is a valuable skill. Don't let it go to waste, but use it to your benefit in other aspects of life. Here are two ways I do that!Email Chris at careeryakpod@gmail.com for questions and guidance on using a CRM for a job search.Resources:Zoho CRM (affiliate)Using a CRM for a Job Search Walk Through Video Support the showShould your company start a podcast?Don't forget to join our email list to get access to more Career Yak content.Also don't forget to check out our other podcast Sales Yak if you want to dig more into whether a sales career is right for you.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental).

Chris was my realtor here in NH, and shares how he drastically switched careers to become a realtor in his 30s. What does it take to be a realtor, and why should you consider it?Listen to find out! And if you want to listen to our premium episode, where Chris goes in depth on earning potential and percentages associated with realtor commission and working for a team, then become a premium subscriber and the additional episode will show up in your feed. Check out Hvizda Realty online!Support the showShould your company start a podcast?Don't forget to join our email list to get access to more Career Yak content.Also don't forget to check out our other podcast Sales Yak if you want to dig more into whether a sales career is right for you.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental).

Subscriber-only episodeDirector of Sales Chris Powles shares details on what you can make as a realtor and how  realty groups and teams structured. Support the showShould your company start a podcast?Don't forget to join our email list to get access to more Career Yak content.Also don't forget to check out our other podcast Sales Yak if you want to dig more into whether a sales career is right for you.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental).

Our first repeat guest, Danny Wolfe, joins the pod to chat about how they've managed to grow since our last conversation two years ago. Change is a constant in business, and Danny shares details on how they've increased sales, brought in new partners and more.Check our my first episode with Danny. And don't forget to check out Diversified Body and Paint online.Want a new job but don't know where to start? Start with our 7 Steps to Starting Your Next Job Search.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental). Support the showShould your company start a podcast?Don't forget to join our email list to get access to more Career Yak content.Also don't forget to check out our other podcast Sales Yak if you want to dig more into whether a sales career is right for you.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental).

Why are all marketing messages the same? Is it because the messages work, or is it because companies fail to successfully differentiate? Support the showShould your company start a podcast?Don't forget to join our email list to get access to more Career Yak content.Also don't forget to check out our other podcast Sales Yak if you want to dig more into whether a sales career is right for you.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental).

If you're a soccer fan or sports fan in general, listen to my conversation with Padraig Smith who tells us what it's like to work in soccer and lead a professional team. We hear about his career journey from Ireland to the US, which included working with UEFA and rubbing shoulders with big clubs like Manchester City and Real Madrid. In the volatile world that is sports, Padraig focuses on surrounding himself with good people and building an organization that has long term sustainability. Check out the Colorado Rapids online. Support the showShould your company start a podcast?Don't forget to join our email list to get access to more Career Yak content.Also don't forget to check out our other podcast Sales Yak if you want to dig more into whether a sales career is right for you.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental).

Listen in as we discuss the finance industry, what it takes to get in, aligning Biblical values with wealth management, and entrepreneurship in this space.Check out Jeremy and Houston's AZ based business, Redeem Wealth.If you're looking for your next job get help with our 7 Steps to Your Next Job Search. Support the showAlso don't forget to check out our other podcast Sales Yak if you want to dig more into whether a sales career is right for you.If you find this content valuable, consider supporting the show!Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental).

These are three key insights I've been lucky enough to glean from others in my career.Want a new job but don't know where to start? Start with our 7 Steps to Starting Your Next Job Search.Email us the best career advice you've received at careeryakpod@gmail.com and we'll consider sharing it on the show!Check out my previous episode: Be a FarmerMusic by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental).Support the showAlso don't forget to check out our other podcast Sales Yak if you want to dig more into whether a sales career is right for you.If you find this content valuable, consider supporting the show!Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental).

As we get ready for new interview episodes coming in 2023, let's ease back in with some top clips from the past!If you are ready to make a change or just starting in your career, check out our new tool: 7 Steps to Starting Your Next Job SearchLinks to full episodes:Rusty and Mitchell Gonzales talk constructionScott Polston on working with his spouse and his Christian faith in the workplaceErik Jaeke on helping employees reach their full potentialCheck us out at careeryak.com!Support the show

When applying, it can be natural to try to rely on your immediate network in search for a new role. But should you? If you've ever interviewed for jobs, you know that some questions can be difficult. Today's tip focuses on one way to make answering those tough questions a little easier. Visit our Career Yak Website and join our email list.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland(instrumental)Support the show

If you've ever interviewed for jobs, you know that some questions can be difficult. Today's tip focuses on one way to make answering those tough questions a little easier. Visit our Career Yak Website and join our email list.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental)Support the show

Check out the links to three podcast episodes I listened to in the past week or so below. Grow the Showhttps://overcast.fm/+kPd6HypO4Business Made Simplehttps://overcast.fm/+GPB4pX548Alexi Lalas' State of the Union https://overcast.fm/+IfEmhSVE4Support the show

Check out three of my top tips that have helped me  during job transitions. Visit our Career Yak Website and join our email list.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental)Support the show

Promoting a new sport is not easy, and getting it added to the Olympics can be a monumnetal challenge. But my guest today, Ajay Nwosu (CEO of Teqball USA), is trying to do both. Ajay has a fascinating career background in the sporting world, and today he joins me to shed light on the emerging sport of Teqball. Together we discuss a variety of business lessons, including how he uses his networking and marketing skills to successfully promote something new to the market. Check out Teqball for yourself! https://teqball.com/Verse of the DayRomans 10:9 KJV9 That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved.Visit our Career Yak Website and join our email list.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental)

Career Yak is back with this inspiring interview with Robert Netzly! Robert takes us through his journey of leaving a dream job to trust God and dive head first into the world of Biblically Responsible Investing.Check out Inspire Investing online: inspireinvesting.comCheck out Robert's book, Biblically Responsible InvestingVisit our Career Yak Website and join our email list.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental)

Join me as I go back and listen to the one clip that stood out to me from each of the first five Career Yak interviews. These clips jumped out at me as I reviewed the conversations of the past and I hope they can add value to your personal and professional life as well!Visit our Career Yak Website and join our email list.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental)

Listen in as I chat with a special guest, Ken Goodwillie, aka my Dad! He talks about his God-given ability to be handy, his history in Christian ministry and how he eventually started his own home improvement business after being laid off in 2007. Ken goes into detail about how Christians can share Christ with others in the workplace and use their jobs and businesses to honor God. He also highlights the logistics behind starting a business and what it takes to be successful. Don't forget to check out the links that correspond to our conversation below!Pathways Video Series Related Blog Post: First Interview with my Dad Visit our Career Yak Website and join our email list.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental)Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Make the call, don't be afraid to reach out... you never know who will answer. Check out my previous episode with Marc McDaniel.Check out the interview with Sara Blakely on The School of Greatness Podcast.Visit our Career Yak Website and join our email list.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental)

Listen in to learn Erin's story and how she drastically changed her career path and jumped from being an Associate Registrar to an Information Security Analyst. Not only did Erin dive head first into a new tech career with little to no experience, but she increased her pay, and expanded her future opportunities. Visit our Career Yak Website and join our email list.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental)Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEInstacart - Groceries delivered in as little as 1 hour. Free delivery on your first order over $35.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

You know what's fun? Feeling wanted, making a sale, getting a promotion. You know what's a bummer? Getting rejected, losing a sale, getting passed over for a job. But no one is perfect and it is paramount that we discover our flaws to learn from them and then grow.Visit our Career Yak Website and join our email list.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental)

Listen in as I talk shop with Danny Wolfe, a former vendor of mine. Danny sheds light on opening a brand new facility within the last year, what it takes to be motivated in sales, and how to set long term goals and grow a business. Check out Diversified Body and Paint online.Visit our Career Yak Website and join our email list.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental)Free Sales Resource: Sales Activity Tracker

Value the process. If you want to reap a harvest, you have to plant the seeds first.Visit our Career Yak Website and join our email list.Free Sales Resource: Sales Activity TrackerMusic by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental)

On the show today I have Tyler Damore, VP at AudioEye. Listen in while we talk about what it's like to be in on the very early stages of a tech company. He tells us how setting incremental goals was a key to success, and how the mission of making the web a more accessible place for those with disabilities helps to motivate him. Check out AudioEye online.Visit our Career Yak Website and join our email list.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental)Free Sales Resource: Sales Activity Tracker

Why do companies make transactions with their customers difficult? What can we do to make the customer buying experience as easy and smooth as possible? Visit our Career Yak Website and join our email list.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental).

Join me as I talk with Brady Gregor about being a Division 1 collegiate golf coach. He discusses his path, earning more responsibilities at a relatively young age, and mentoring his players. We talk goal setting, player recruitment, why he thinks people should consider going to college and more.Check out Brady's Podcast: Any Given TuesdayVisit our Career Yak Website and join our email list.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental).

If you know Christ, be a light in your workplace and environment.Romans 1:16 “For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first and also to the Greek.”Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental).

Alyssa joins the show today to discuss entrepreneurship, being bold, thinking creatively, and much more. She eventually journeyed to starting a flower and coffee shop in small town New England and talks about what it takes to grow a business, and how to take risks along the way. Pivoting her business to add more revenue streams in 2020 is also a fascinating and insightful part of the conversation you won't want to miss!Check out Apotheca's website, Instagram, and Facebook!Visit our Career Yak Website and join our email list.Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental).

Is the sales team more important than a support team? Or is operations king? The answer is neither. Both are essential. But what is most important is the seamless communication and coordination between both parties.Free Sales Resource: Sales Activity TrackerVisit our Career Yak Website!Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental)

Join me as I chat with Michael Draper about the details of working in non profit businesses. Michael shares with us his journey in non profits, and why it's important to have a mission driven mindset. We discuss how to overcome obstacles, the importance of working in jobs you are passionate about, and being a light for Christ in the workplace and world. Check out Michael's Podcast: Dads Watching Sports Free Sales Resource: Sales Activity TrackerVisit our Career Yak Website!Music by Scandinavianz, song Wonderland (instrumental)