Claim The Lead

The advice and inspiration you need to live skillfully. Join founder and CEO of Claim the Lead, Teena Evert, as she helps you get what you want out of life and your career by talking to subject matter experts and intelligent people who know how to lead.

Learn success secrets to change your career after 50 and become more prosperous in all areas of your life. 

Learn practical strategies for using adversity as a catalyst to boost your happiness and move forward in your life and career.

Learn how Nate Rifkin shifted out of the depths of despair by elevating his life and career to levels of success that he never dreamed possible. Walk away with simple tools and powerful practices to create your best life.

Your career success depends on developing a wide range of skills divided into three areas: career planning, leadership & management, and interpersonal dynamics. The Career Toolkit will show you how to design and execute your plan to achieve the career you deserve. "When it comes to career planning, don't just ask yourself about your job or your career, ask about your life." - Mark Herschberg

Is your career path what you expected? Did your career turn out the way you thought it would? Do you want to figure out what to do next? Perhaps, you know what you want, but how do you get it? In this episode, we explore the common questions that purpose-driven professionals have when they’re ready to create something new that brings greater satisfaction and aligns with their unique gifts and personality.

Learn from a networking expert why you need to network before you need to network. Discover the one question you should ask your network, especially if you feel stuck in your career or the job search process. Gain strategies to explore your “Why Factor” to support the progression of your career.

Learn practical ways to shift your mindset so that you can focus your thoughts and get ready to free yourself from the fears that are holding you back from achieving your goals and reaching for your dreams.

In this episode Sam Thiara shares powerful and relevant life lessons that you will be able to relate to whether your life’s work is to be a custodian or a CEO. If there is something that you want to do, it will happen, if you don’t add limitations. “Obstacles are your necessary bricks on your road to success.” - Sam Thiara

Your work interests are what keep you motivated and energized. Understanding and following them will bring enjoyment and satisfaction to your life.

In this episode, I'm going to talk about how to find out what your calling is and how this can change your life at work. You’ll learn: How to define the word “calling” as it applies to your career What specifically it means for you to approach your career as a calling How the word calling may apply to areas of your life other than work

This question and one other can sabotage your happiness and success in life. Get crucial tips to find your unique path to walk down.

Explore one of the most pressing questions on mid-career professionals’ minds today - Is it time for a career or a job change? Learn how to respond and not react to change so that you can claim the lead and be empowered in your decision.

Learn how to transform a job you hate into work that aligns with what you think is most important in life and allows you to live out a sense of purpose.

Learn 7 tips to make empowered decisions about your future and put a final stop to second-guessing yourself. 

Learn powerful strategies and techniques to tame your worry and be more confident so you can regain your energy and flourish during uncertain times.

So many job-seekers are unknowingly sabotaging their job search.  Are you one of them?  In this episode, you will learn nine ways you might be sabotaging your success. You will also learn 3 tips to develop a trait that successful people have developed to make their dream a reality. →FREE PDF DOWNLOAD: NO-FAIL JOB SEARCH PLAN

Do you want to get clear about whether you're doing the right work, clarity about how not to settle for another mismatched job, or clarity about what steps to take to create positive change? In this episode, I'll teach you 3 career clarifying strategies and help decide which strategy is right for you. Free PDF Download → 3 STEPS TO REVIVE YOUR CAREER  

The work experience for many people in 2020 is uncertain, unsettling, and uninspired. Constant career change already was the norm, but the number of workers currently in transition has dramatically spiked. People at all career stages are asking themselves questions like:  "How can I thrive in such an uncertain world of work?" "How can I find more meaning and purpose in my job?"  "What should I do next?" In this episode, you'll learn:  5-steps to reach your future career goals and improve your work life. Strategies to get clear on what's most important to you in the new year. Support to help you get clear, take action, and build your career confidence.

I’m a Career Transformation Coach and Life Counselor. I walk my clients through 5 steps to get unstuck so they can move forward towards creating a brighter future. In this episode, you will learn about these 5 steps and be given resources and strategies to help you take immediate action.

In an era where 'hustling' is the leading message for professional women, I want to shift the conversation to explore the #1 career growth tactic you need to master. It's not mindset), it's your authentic confidence. In this episode:  I explain what authentic confidence is and is not. I give you insight into how you can get clear, gain confidence, and get your career back on track so you can feel energized about your future. I offer you a powerful tool to create a plan and take immediate action.  You will walk away feeling motivated and ready to take inspired action! Listen here: https://teenaevert.com/ep-67/

Today I am speaking with Deborah Dee Vicino (affectionately known as Dee Dee). She is a recovering Assistant Principal, a Certified Food Management Expert and Consultant, a Certified Corporate Trainer, a Certified Educational Trainer, and an International Best-Selling Author. She uses her training and expertise to inspire and educate thousands through informational and transformational seminars, presentations, and workshops.   In this episode, we get to the root of what will keep you going even when the future feels uncertain. You can reinvent yourself and your career even into your 50’s. Dee says it’s about holding onto your confidence and the feeling of excitement that will come again- just because the day isn’t successful doesn’t mean your path isn’t successful. 

Today's featured guest is Rochelle Finzel, a leadership coach, writer, speaker, and outdoor adventurer. She has degrees in leadership and social welfare, having spent twenty years leading public policy and nonprofit efforts to advance economic opportunity. She has a gift for seeing people's strengths and helps high-achieving women thrive in work and life. In this episode, you'll learn: How confidence is more than just your knowledge and expertise. The importance of believing in yourself and knowing your values. How visualizing the life you want can transform your career. The power of our mind and how to use it to heal and succeed.

Learn about the opportunity to challenge and grow your style as a busy professional woman who is navigating the virtual space due to COVID—with our featured guest Allison Hamilton-Rohe. In this episode, you'll learn: How to feel professional when working from home 3 of the biggest challenges women face when it comes to "style." Tips to empower your everyday experience of "getting dressed."  Strategies to turn shopping (online or offline) into a scavenger hunt! https://teenaevert.com/ep-64/

Today’s featured guest is Elizabeth Suarez, a highly sought-after leadership and negotiation strategist.  In this episode we talk about: How confidence is an inner force that helps you propel and shine. The power in turning the answer of "no" into a future opportunity. Secrets to effectively reach your goals and not waste a lot of time. A tool to identify your next important step in your career journey. https://teenaevert.com/ep-63/

Today's featured guest is Debra Valentina, owner of Creativing. She is an intuitive business and life coach for female entrepreneurs and executives, an international inspirational speaker, and a three-time published author.  Her memoir "Beyond Chaos: Journey to Freedom and Joy" was published in March 2020 by Write Path Publishing. Debra believes that confidence is the power of leading your life and decisions by knowing yourself and what you value. Her confidence grew when forced to make tough decisions in her professional life.  I this episode, we talk about: How to start making the right decisions that align with your values. When to trust your "NO" and what happens when you don't. How to listen and act on your "knowingness." https://teenaevert.com/ep-62/

Are you facing a career change or significant life detours? It takes courage to make hard decisions and face significant life changes. My featured guest today talks about the 3 D’s—a Natural Disaster, a life-threatening disease, or a personal Disaster. She is an expert at teaching people how to handle detours in life that have the potential to destroy your most important assets - your overall sense of wellbeing and financial health. It takes strength, focus, and being centered to develop the confidence and internal knowing that what you are doing is the correct path. Be prepared to experience lots of starts and stops in life to figure out what your true path is. Empower yourself to be proactive and prevent costly mistakes, particularly when it comes to your health and wellbeing! Rhonda (Bolish-Lampo) Bolich-Lampo is a speaker, Health and Lifestyle Coach, and author. She empowers you in life and in business on how to be proactive with your health, how to prevent costly mistakes as much as possible, and how to protect your assets and hard work.  Her mantra is “If you don’t take care of your body where are you going to live.”  Rhonda encourages you to prioritize your own next steps and to plan now so you can move through life easily maneuvering through the detours. In this episode, you will learn 3 ways to be proactive and prevent costly mistakes that will empower you to navigate significant life changes and detours before they happen! https://teenaevert.com/ep-61/

Today’s topic is about the myth that you have to work really hard, to a burnout level, to be successful.  How have you responded from an event or situation that knocked you off your feet? How did this affect your self-confidence? How did you get up and put the pieces back together? How did this experience change the course of your life?  Featured guest, Geri Maroney, author of Beautiful Lady, shares powerful lessons learned from a major event in her life that resulted in a reawakening and a career reinvention that required balance, rebuilding her confidence, and a reprioritization of what truly matters in her life! https://teenaevert.com/ep-60/

Today we’re talking about CONTENT, CONFIDENCE, and CONVERSION with my featured guest and friend, Deb Coman! Deb Coman, founder of The Content Conversion Lab and DebComan.com, is the copy behind top influencer ads and high-powered launches that stop the scroll on social media. Her 4 Cs formula for content that converts empowers service-based business owners to confidently reach, attract, and enroll more ideal clients without overwhelm. In this episode you’ll learn: The 4 C Formula to empower yourself with confidence that your content will reach, attract, and enroll more of your ideal clients. How to ditch the invisibility cloak so that you can be seen as an authority and the obvious choice to solve their challenge. 3 Costly Content Mistakes Guide to help you crack the content conversion code to confidently stand out online to attract what you want! https://teenaevert.com/ep-59/

Hey There, thanks for tuning into the Confident Careerist Podcast. I’m your host Teena Evert Founder and CEO of CLAIM THE LEAD and today I want to talk about how to Claim the Lead to Light Your Path of Possibility…

My hope is that by increasing your awareness of trauma you’ll be more compassionate towards yourself and others who may be suffering from its impact. When we increase our trauma awareness we have a greater chance of healing. The process of healing trauma can lead to greater self-confidence, self-esteem, and resilience. In this episode we’ll explore: What is trauma? The impact of trauma Survival behaviors that show up in your professional life Practices to strengthen resilience and healthy coping strategies

On a scale of 1-10 (1 being very low and 10 being very high) How confident are you in your career? On that same scale, how satisfied are you in your career?  What happens when you know you’re a talented individual, but you’re frustrated because you don’t feel like your work matters. -You’re not getting the recognition that you deserve in your role AND -You don’t feel fulfilled—you might even be burned out.  -You feel stuck and don’t know what to do to change your situation. Sound familiar? I’ve been there and many of my clients have been there. You’re not alone.  Tune into this episode to learn how you can be confident and satisfied in your career!

This episode dives deeper into what holds many people back and sabotages their success even though they want to move forward and grow. Learn a powerful 3 step process to break up with fear and boost your confidence so that you can have more clarity and strength to reach your biggest life and career goals.

THE CONFIDENT CAREERIST Podcast provides inspiration and guidance to have a career that lights you up, strategies to avoid burnout, and smart ways to get ahead and advance in your career. In this episode, you're going to hear a personal story that will highlight and inform the #1 thing that stops ambitious women from success and how to overcome it. In this episode, you're going to hear a personal story that will highlight and inform The #1 Thing That Stops Ambitious Women From Success!

How to Accept, Respect, and Value Your Personality at Home and at Work Nadine Hanchar is the developer of the PEP Personality Process and a Master Trainer of NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Psychology), Bestselling Author, Speaker, facilitator, Counsellor, and Consultant. Specializing in relationships, communication, and professional development. Her results-oriented approach allows the person, couple, family, or organization to go forward with a better quality of life. Key Takeaways:  Ways to be more present, creative, and joyful in all areas of your life How to tap into the power of your personality to enhance your relationships Tips to resolve communication breakdowns and relationship misunderstandings Strategies to feel heard, seen, and accepted for who you are

Are you able to see your future success in the workplace? What are your big leadership and career goal? Do you have a plan to achieve your goals? Special guest, Shanda K. Miller is a champion for personal and professional development and loves to help others become successful leaders. She unshackles team leaders and supervisors from the curse of “not enough” and the myth that leaders must work long hours and sacrifice their personal life. Shanda has over 20 years of experience leading teams and is the author of the book, From Supervisor to Super Leader. In this episode you’ll learn: How a clear intention plays a role in your future success.  Key Tips to remove obstacles along your leadership path. 3 steps to achieve any leadership or career goal. Shanda wants other team leaders to learn what she learned and to know that being a team leader doesn’t have to mean being stressed and overworked.  Leading teams can be stress-free and rewarding if you apply the right principles. Her leadership purpose is to help others become the leaders they are meant to be.  “Never, ever, give up on your dream.”  Shanda would like to offer YOU a FREE signed copy of her book - From Supervisor to Super Leader.  Here’s the  link to claim this generous offer: https://becomeasuperleader.com/teenaevert To your success! Teena and Shanda

Season IV is here and is inspired by a recent event in my life that reminded me once again of the importance of finding our voice, especially as women! The theme of Season IV is Women’s Voices. Be Heard. Be Seen. Be Bold. Do you have a message you’d like to share with the world? Are you ready to be heard and be bold in taking action towards making that happen? If so apply to be a special guest on The Confident Careerist Podcast. I would love to have you. https://teenaevert.com/podcast-guest-application/

4-Week Special Series: “Tools to Help You Through Turbulent Times” With the recent pandemic of COVID-19 people are seeking support as they manage anxiety, overwhelm, fear and uncertainty during turbulent times. This special 4-week series has been curated to give you practical tools based on scientific research to help cope with uncontrollable circumstances and strengthen your resilience. In this episode you’ll learn: Two primary approaches to dealing with stressors like COVID-19 Tips to draw on your personal resilience and stay healthy Steps to help you combat any current or future challenges ► See the show notes for a FREE Downloadable Resilience Planner: https://teenaevert.com/ep-49/

We have all experienced uncontrollable circumstances in our life and currently the entire world is experiencing this due to the rapid spreading of the coronavirus which has resulted in a pandemic. In this episode you will learn: ■ Effective and ineffective coping styles ■ Ways to thrive in uncertain times ■ 5 steps to deal with uncontrollable circumstances Check out the show notes for a FREE Resource: 5 Steps to Deal with Uncontrollable Circumstances https://teenaevert.com/ep-48/

4-Week Special Series: “Tools to Help You Through Turbulent Times” With the recent pandemic of COVID-19 people are seeking support as they manage anxiety, overwhelm, fear and uncertainty during turbulent times. This special 4-week series has been curated to give you practical tools based on scientific research to help cope with uncontrollable circumstances and strengthen your resilience. "Today isn't yesterday, and tomorrow isn't determined. When the desire to do more comes from a place that's bigger than ourselves, anything is possible." - Gary Keller In this episode you'll learn:  ▪︎ Tools to cope through turbulent times ▪︎ Tips to tame your fear ▪︎ Practices to reduce anxiety and  increase well-being Check out the show notes for additional resources: https://teenaevert.com/ep-47

4-Week Special Series: “Tools to Help You Through Turbulent Times” With the recent pandemic of COVID-19 people are seeking support as they manage anxiety, overwhelm, fear and uncertainty during turbulent times. This special 4-week series has been curated to give you practical tools based on scientific research to help you cope with uncontrollable circumstances and strengthen your resilience. This is a time in our history where globally people need help to decrease their overall stress patterns and develop new coping skills. The Coronavirus has quickly spread across the world making many people feel anxious and uncertain. Unexpected events impact everyone differently. My intention for this special 4-week series is to help you be able to identify your stressors, learn how to reduce the physical symptoms of stress and anxiety and develop new coping skills so that you can problem solve unexpected issues that have and will continue to come up due to the Coronavirus. As a result, my hope is that you will improve the overall quality of your life with reduced stress. Be sure to check the show notes for your FREE Mental Resource Worksheet - https://teenaevert.com/ep-46

Today’s episode is about transitions through life and how to love, learn, work and play as you age.  Dr. Nancy Schlossberg taught at Howard University, Wayne State, and was a tenured full professor at the University of Maryland, College Park for 27 years. She was the first woman executive at the American Council of Education (ACE) where she established the Office of Women in Higher Education (1973). She later served as a Senior Fellow at the American Council of Education’s (ACE’s) Center on Adult Learning. Nancy developed the career transition theory and has done research and written a number of books on this topic including the paths people take in retirement, the need to continually rebalance your Psychological Portfolio, and the bottom line, the need to "matter."  In this episode you will discover: What makes the difference in how we handle a particular transition The various paths that people take towards retirement What it means to rebalance your psychological profile Practical ways to continue to love, learn, work and play as you age Where to find Nancy: www.transitionsthroughlife.com

Today’s episode is focused on learning about how to reach the next level in your career by unleashing your untapped talents to grow professionally.  The featured guest is Denise Harris. Denise is the founder of Denise Harris Executive Coaching & Corporate Consulting, which was created to help leaders and teams increase awareness, envision possibilities, achieve insights, and accomplish meaningful and challenging goals.  She incorporates and infuses a passion for authentic leadership into every aspect of her work to help her clients create the space to be centered and intentional in their commitment to growth, day-to-day choices and interactions with others.  In this episode you will learn: Relevant tips and strategies to advance in your career Action steps to accomplish your most desired goals Ways to avoid common mistakes and recover from your (past and future) failures Wisdom that will inspire you to face your fears and move forward Proven methods to achieve greater satisfaction and success in life  Where to find Denise Website: https://www.deniseharrisonline.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denise-harris/ Instagram: @thecorporateally

Today’s episode is focused on how to reclaim your power at work! This is an important topic to give attention to because so many people that I work with feel powerless at work. I have also felt this way at work and it not only feels uncomfortable, it has the potential to lead to self-destructive behaviors and chronic negative thinking about ourselves. As a result, our confidence begins to erode, our vital energy gets tapped out, and we find ourselves feeling deeply depleted. When this is happening in our work-life we feel stuck and when we are stuck we can’t move forward. This state of being can also carry over into other parts of our lives and have an impact on the quality of our personal relationships, our self-care practices and our overall connection to our strengths and the value that we have to offer at work and in the world. Be sure to download the "Reclaim Your Power at Work" Handout! https://teenaevert.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/RECLAIM-YOUR-POWER-AT-WORK.pdf

Many people want more from their work than the paycheck it provides - they want a sense of purpose and deeper meaning in their work.  The truth is, more than 50% of  people feel miserable in their jobs. Uninspired work and constant career change is the norm, with people at all career stages asking themselves questions like - “How can I find more meaning in my work?” and “What path should I take now?” Tune into this episode and get the answers to these important questions and more! Download my FREE Career Happiness Guide: https://teenaevert.com/career-happiness-guide/

In today’s episode, I share the key to having greater happiness, productivity and engagement in your work. You will learn:  Important pathways to well-being How to move through blindspots and flourish Ways to get into your 'power zone' Ways to shift your focus from what is wrong to what is strong Key practices to increase happiness and decrease depression FREE Career and Happiness Guide: https://teenaevert.com/career-happiness-guide/

Today, I am talking about how to ask your spouse or significant other for support when you’re navigating a career change. Experiencing a career change certainly has many challenges, as does asking for support when you feel stressed and you’re not quite sure what it is you need. This has been a common struggle for many of my career changing clients. Is this you? Are you someone who’s contemplating a career change by starting to look at the pros and cons of your work life? Are you someone who is preparing to take action in the immediate future? Are you someone who has already taken specific action steps towards change? Regardless of the stage of change you’re in, you’ll benefit from receiving  support throughout your transition. One of the most obvious support people in your life is your spouse, partner or significant other.  When you’re navigating this time of great change and uncertainty, how do you engage their support?  Tune into this episode and I will show you how!  Download your FREE Career Happiness Guide: https://teenaevert.com/career-happiness-guide/

Today, I am talking about Career Change Barriers, Fears, and Strategies one of my favorite topics! Since graduating from college, I have changed my career many times and have negotiated even more life transitions!  Early in my career, I felt that there were more barriers to continue with my work living in remote Alaska as a Fisheries Biologist, so I sought out a change. I was also fearless and optimistic in my 20’s and really didn’t let anything get in my way. I also didn’t have any real strategies in place or any kind of formal guidance. As a result, my career path was 100% determined by happenstance.  “Things turn out best for people who make the best of the way things turn out.” - Art Linkletter If you are thinking about a career change or in the process of one and would like to be coached through the process to ensure you negotiate it in the best way possible, please reach out to me by scheduling a FREE Consultation where I will have the opportunity to learn more about your situation and provide you with some recommendations and support. Schedule Your FREE Consultation Session: https://TalkToTeena.as.me/

Today, I am talking about how you can energize your work life! Particularly if you are feeling a lack of motivation, boredom with your work tasks, or questioning whether there is something better out there for you! I work with a lot of people who seem to have lost their mojo at work. For many reasons, their work day is more draining than energizing and despite their efforts, they have not been successful at changing this. They think perhaps changing jobs is the answer. Well, it might be, but it also might not be. It’s best to look at your situation from different angles. Perhaps you can’t see the forest for the trees. You are so involved in the details of what you think the problem is that you can’t look at the situation as a whole and find a viable solution. Now if you want to energize your work life, but you really hate going to work everyday...this will require a major attitude adjustment and a significant mindset shift. If you’re stuck in a rut feeling like you’re constantly having crappy things happen to you day-in-and-day-out, with no control over what is happening to you, then you’re probably burying yourself in negativity. You’ve got to start climbing your way out of this deep dark well by introducing positive things into your life and take back control of fueling your spirit, your power, and your purpose - more on this later. If you’re bored at work from the repetition and lack of stimulation or you’re feeling resentful because your day revolves around when or if everyone else needs something from you - Then I bet you are tired from giving more to others then to yourself. Sound familiar? I get it, I’ve been there! I have been in all of these situations, more than once, and from my own struggles, I want to share some of my strategies and tips to help you feel more energized at work, regardless of where you are at along your career path. First and foremost, is to learn how to claim the lead in your life, by regaining control when you feel like you have lost it, by recharging your energy when it’s been depleted, by reviving your spirit when you feel it has nearly shriveled up and died, and restoring your confidence when it’s been eroded by giving away your power. To learn more, visit: https://teenaevert.com/podcast

Relationships at work can be stressful indeed. In this episode, I share practical and powerful tips to best manage stressful work relationships, so that you feel empowered and in control of the situation, regardless of the outcome.  To learn more visit: https://teenaevert.com/podcast/

Today I’m talking about STRESS. Stress affects people’s health, well-being and workplace performance. It’s a big deal. Did you know?  Up to 90% of all medical visits are stress-related Chronic stress costs the US Business Economy approximately 600 billion a year Your perception of stress radically alters your physiological reaction to it. “It’s not stress that kills us, it’s our reaction to it.” - Hans Selye ‘father of stress research’ In this episode, you'll learn:  How unmanaged stress can lead to burnout The most common workplace stressors Best practices to manage stress and build resilience How stress influences your health As well as additional resources to support your health and wellbeing. For more info please visit: https://teenaevert.com/podcast/