Deeper Than Work

I recently had the opportunity to sit down with Isimemen Aladejobi, a Career & Business Strategist, wife, mom, and all-around powerhouse! Isi has made it her mission in life to help Black women secure their dream jobs, grow their dream businesses & live rich fulfilling lives. Growth-minded people know how to receive feedback and constructive criticism in a way that doesn’t devalue their personhood. In this episode of Deeper Than Work, Isi and I talk about how to shift your belief system to one that will ground you, sustain you, and have you thriving! According to Isi, the whole process of shifting and behaving differently starts with radical, transformative honesty. What do you believe about yourself? Join us in this episode as we help you discover how to access your truest thoughts about what you want and deserve, how to find instances of repeated truth about your life and your work, and how you can follow three steps to experience life-altering breakthroughs in your career and life.

In this episode of Deeper Than Work, I had the pleasure of speaking with Glory Edozien, Ph.D. Dr. Glory is a LinkedIn Visibility Expert for Thought Leaders. She teaches women in mid-level management how to get visible in their careers so that they can get the recognition they deserve and attract senior management positions! According to Dr. Glory, visibility is all about “letting people know what you are capable of and the value that you bring to an organization.” She teaches high achieving women how to create expert-driven content based on her visibility formula and why it’s so important. Join us in this episode as we help you discover how to position yourself in digital spaces, how to uncover your unique value, and what you can do to drastically increase visibility for your career journey. If you’re a fan of the Deeper Than Work podcast, please subscribe, rate and review on iTunes.

If you’re anything like me, there are days that pass by and you can’t account for each hour of your day. Maybe you’re spending more time than planned watching TV or scrolling social media. You haven’t been able to identify the gaps in your schedule, thus you don’t know how to make time for your priorities. You don’t know what causes distractions, so you have no real, consistent plan for your time. Time is relative and it’s different for every one of us. You and I both have different demands on our time, thus our 24 hours will not look the same. However, we can all benefit from determining our real priorities and creating time for what matters most to us. Join me in this episode as I help you figure out what your real priorities are, how to create more time in your day, and how you can be in charge of your own schedule, so that you can focus on your priorities and plans. If you’re a fan of the Deeper Than Work podcast, please subscribe, rate and review on iTunes.

I can’t tell you the number of times I’ve coached women through the fear of hearing, “No.” So many of us are afraid of feeling rejected and we take the “No” personally. We don’t try new things, we don’t ask for what we deserve, and we don’t give ourselves a chance to pursue our dreams because we fear potential rejection. Rejection decreases your ability to keep pushing forward. It increases anger, anxiety, depression, jealousy, and sadness. It drives imposter syndrome and lack of self-confidence. It sabotages your future success. Join me in this episode as I unpack the fear of hearing, “No,” the underlying fear being rejected, and how you can push past that fear. If you’re a fan of the Deeper Than Work podcast, please subscribe, rate and review on iTunes. Not sure how? Here’s a step-by-step guide to help!

In this episode of Deeper Than Work, I’m speaking with Minda Harts, CEO of The Memo LLC, speaker, and best selling author of The Memo: What Women of Color Need to Know to Secure a Seat at the Table. Minda is dedicated to teaching women of color how to advance their careers, secure leadership positions and partnering with organizations to build equity and inclusive workspaces. Listen in as we not only talk about how to secure your seat at the table as a woman of color, but how to be prepared so that you’re actually heard once you’re there. If you’re a fan of the Deeper Than Work podcast, please subscribe, rate and review on iTunes.

In this episode of Deeper Than Work, I am thrilled to be joined by Lexi B. Lexi is an entrepreneur, speaker, writer, freedom fighter and a Black woman in tech. In addition to all of that, Lexi is a community builder - which led her to create Sista Circle: Black Women in Tech. The goal of Sista Circle is to support the work of Black women in the Tech industry by building a strong network and safe space. Sista Circle partners with tech companies like Facebook, Instagram, and Slack, to promote recruitment and retention of black women. Lexi and I talk about her experiences being the only person that looks like her in the room, the importance of building a strong community, and how to change your own internal narrative. If you’re a fan of the Deeper Than Work podcast, please subscribe, rate and review on iTunes.

One thing I’ve learned over my 15 years in Corporate America is that feedback can be a key differentiator between those who succeed and and those who don’t. Especially for those of us who are looking to climb the ladder, take on leadership positions, and/or secure higher paying opportunities, understanding what we should stop, start, and continue doing is a critical part of our journey. All feedback is NOT created equal though and research tells us that Black women are less likely to receive the kind of meaningful feedback we need in order to improve our skills so we can get to the next level. Join me in this episode as I dive deep into how important good feedback is, and how you can take control of the conversation so you can demand the kind of feedback that will help you take your career to the next level. If you’re a fan of the Deeper Than Work podcast, please subscribe, rate and review on iTunes.

Have you ever had that nagging thought in the back of your mind that you’re meant to be doing so much more in your career than you currently are? That even though, on paper, your career looks like it’s exactly where it should be, you can’t shake the feeling that there’s still so much of an impact you’re capable of making? Congrats! That means you’re ready to transition from just “good” to “great”! Whether your next level involves finally doing the work that aligns with your God-given purpose, or going after the title and pay you know you deserve, or stepping out on faith so you can start your business, it’s time for you to enter your season of greatness. Join me in this episode as I dive deep into the three core beliefs every person who has successfully up-leveled in their career, must have. As always, if you’re a fan of the Deeper Than Work podcast, please subscribe, rate and review on iTunes.

In the final episode of this 3 part series breaking down the 3 things you’re underestimating in your career that are keeping you from reaching the level of success you crave, I’m talking about community - which is the last foundational piece of building a successful career. So many of the women that I talk to throw networking and community to the side, thinking they can ride the elevator of success to the top by themselves. But truthfully, community means SO much more than team work. And it’s not just about networking, either. If you’re not leveraging community in your career and fostering relationships with people, you’re doing yourself a serious disservice - and I’m here to tell you how to start utilizing this key strategy for maximum success. Listen in as I dig into the benefits of building your own personal career community, why networking really is the key to your net worth, and how community is the critical missing piece in your career success strategy. As always, if you’re a fan of the Deeper Than Work podcast, please subscribe, rate and review on iTunes.

In part 1 of this series, episode 51, I talked all about confidence - which I believe is the #1 thing blocking your career glow-up. I broke down how detrimental lack of confidence is and why it’s the one critical skill for crafting a successful career. Today I’m unmasking the second biggest culprit when it comes to career standstills - fear. In all of the conversations I have with women, there’s a lot of fears that come up when it comes to why they’re not progressing in their careers. They’re afraid to ask for a raise, afraid to apply for that job, afraid to actually move in the direction they need to go in. There are so many women out there swimming around in stuck, fully aware of the next step they should take but unable to push past the fear to step into the careers they’ve always wanted. Listen in as I break down how doubt is paralyzing your career and what you can do to finally cut the cord on fear. As always, if you’re a fan of the Deeper Than Work podcast, please subscribe, rate and review on iTunes.

Since launching my free Career Breakthrough Coaching Sessions about a month and a half ago, I’ve had the privilege of speaking with dozens of women about their career journeys and goals. It’s been such an eye opening experience - both for me and for the women I’ve spoken with. What I’ve noticed is that although the women I’m speaking with have different goals and are at different places in their career, there are common blockers that run through each of their stories and that these blockers are responsible for keeping each of them “stuck”. Of all the blockers I’ve uncovered, there have been 3 major ones that are not only common, but are often so ingrained, the women I speak with don’t even realize how these things are negatively impacting their career success. I’m tackling the biggest and most crucial blocker I’ve come across - lack of confidence - and breaking down how to immediately increase your self-confidence so you can level up in your career. As always, if you’re a fan of the Deeper Than Work podcast, please subscribe, rate and review on iTunes.

I wrote a post on the Your Career Girl Facebook page last year that started off with the words: I don’t believe in Impostor Syndrome. And as you can imagine, it was quite controversial. Impostor Syndrome is defined as the persistent inability to believe that one’s success is deserved or was legitimately achieved as a result of one’s own efforts or skills. And while I believe that there are very real emotional and professional implications of being affected by Impostor Syndrome, I don’t believe the premise of the argument. Impostor Syndrome isn’t some thing that women of color have created on their own - its origins stem from some very real implications of racism. Also, Impostor Syndrome isn’t something that women of color are destined to deal with for the rest of our lives - it is very possible to push through. Listen in as I break down my definition of Impostor Syndrome, explain the different types and share my 4 step process on eliminating it once and for all. As always, if you’re a fan of the Deeper Than Work podcast, please subscribe, rate and review on iTunes. Not sure how? Head to yourcareergirl.com/review for a step by step guide!

I was chatting with one of my career coaching clients the other day about her professional journey, and our conversation veered onto the topic of when she was fired two years ago from her job and how much emotional baggage she still carried from that experience. Even though she’s since found another role that she enjoys. Even though the reason for her being fired wasn’t because she was incompetent or not good at her job, she still carries the scars. Our conversation was both inspiring and triggering for me. It got me thinking about my own lay off back in 2011 and how rattled I was by it and how it still shapes the way I view and interact with organizations all these years later. Listen is as I dig into the implications of being involuntarily let go from your company and what you can do to process this professional trauma. As always, if you’re a fan of the Deeper Than Work podcast, please subscribe, rate and review on iTunes. Not sure how? Go to yourcareergirl.com/review for a step by step guide!

We’re chatting with Salary Negotiation Coach, Kathlyn Hart in this week’s episode and we’re breaking through the myths and negative thinking associated with asking for more money. Kathlyn specializes in financial empowerment and her mission is to help you earn more money so you can live your most bold and brave life. She’s not only been able to amass huge success in her own finances by saving over $16,000 to quit the 9-5 world to make my dream of backpacking across Asia a reality and finding the courage to successfully switch careers from non-profit to software design, she’s also coached countless millennials on their journey to increase their income as well! Listen in as Kathlyn shares her super practical and relatable advice on how to give yourself permission to prosper. P.S. If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe, rate and review on iTunes.

Hey Career Girl Nation! After a quick Holiday break, we are back with the first episode of 2019. My initial thought was to tackle goal setting and developing your career action plan for the year, but then I realized two things: 1) We’ve done that already (check out episode 22 from 2017), and 2) At the foundation of any career strategy is…clarity. That said, we’re diving into getting completely, crystal clear on what you want to be doing in your career. Listen in as I break down my 3 steps to clarity: >> Knowing your what, why and how >> Understanding your point >> Staying in alignment P.S. If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe, rate and review on iTunes.

If you’re like me, these last few weeks of 2018 are your favorite time of the year. Not because of the food, presents, or time off from work, but because it’s the time when it’s perfectly normal - expected even - for you to turn inward and reflect on the past 12 months. You’re most likely asking yourself questions like: Did I accomplish all of my goals this year? What worked well for me? What didn’t? How do I want things to change next year? Yes, these are the types of introspective questions I live for. Here’s the thing: If you’re not happy with your answers to these questions, or you feel like you weren’t able to reach all of your goals, or you haven’t been able to reach your full potential - this episode is for you. Listen in as I go behind the scenes of some of my client’s biggest wins for 2018 (including one client who was able to land an impactful role that came with a $90,000 raise) and share the proven six step process you need to follow in order to achieve huge career wins for yourself next year! If you’re ready to make next year, your best year - listen in! P.S. If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe, rate and review on iTunes.

This episode is on a topic that’s very near and dear to my heart. I’m diving into how to “honor your pace” or simply put: How to stop obsessing over self-imposed timelines when it comes to your career and life. There’s a post on my Instagram account about my struggle with honoring my pace that really resonates with the people that read it. It seems like more than just a few people can relate to feeling like they need to accomplish this or that by the time they’re X years old. As a career coach, I speak to women from various walks of life in different spaces in their career and no matter how different each of their career stories are, the one constant is the fact that they all feel they aren’t progressing through their career as quickly as they feel they “should”. In this episode, I’m going to break down the pitfalls of living in your “shoulds” and give you practical ways you can work toward honoring the pace things are unfolding in your own life. P.S. If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe, rate and review on iTunes.

As a HR leader and career strategist, I’ve spoken to thousands of women over the past decade at various stages in their career. While each woman’s experience is unique, I’ve been able to categorize the challenges women face in their professional journeys into a few main themes. One theme that comes up a lot in my work is overcoming the challenge of leaving a job/career/company that no longer serves you. In fact, of the 100 women who’ve applied to have a free career exploration call with me since February of this year, an overwhelming majority of applicants list some variation of this as a main career challenge they’re facing: “Exiting a work space I’ve outgrown”. With all the challenges women - especially Black women - face in their careers, it’s no surprise they’re having trouble making the leap to bigger and better opportunities at work. In this episode, I’m discussing 1) how to know you’ve outgrown your current work space, 2) why it’s hard for you to walk away from that space even when you know you should and 3) what steps you can take once you’re finally ready to move on to the next phase in your career. If you’re on the fence about staying or leaving your current work situation, this episode is just for you! P.S. If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe, rate and review on iTunes.

Hey Career Girl Nation! I’m back with Part 2 of the “Where the Heck Have I Been” episode and ready to dive even deeper into the lessons learned from my 6 month hiatus. If you haven’t already, be sure to go back and listen to Part 1 in episode 42 where I break down into detail what served as the catalyst for my silent growth period, where I went and what I did while I was away. In Part II, I’m digging deeper into my lessons learned during my silent growth period and also sharing the specific tools I’ve incorporated into my daily routine in order to decrease the chances of having to take such an extended leave again or worse - experiencing another bout of burnout! Lastly, I walk you through the new direction for Your Career Girl and Deeper than Work and clearly explain what I do and who I serve. As always, I truly appreciate all of your support and encouragement, and I’m grateful to have a community who embraces me - flaws and all! P.S. If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe, rate and review on iTunes.

Hey Career Girl Nation! It’s baaaaack! Yes! The Deeper than Work podcast is back and all new with episode 42 all about what I’ve been up to over the past 6 months! In this super personal and candid episode, I break down into detail 1) what happened, 2) where I’ve been and 3) what’s next for me, the Your Career Girl brand and the Deeper than Work podcast. There’s so much in store for Your Career Girl in 2019 and beyond and I’m excited to dive into so much new content and career advice in the coming weeks, but before I do that, I wanted to take the time to walk my listeners through my growth journey to not only explain where I’ve been, but to provide support and encouragement for those of you who may be experiencing something similar. For all of you die-hard listeners of the podcast, this one is a must listen! I truly appreciate all of your support and encouragement, as always! P.S. If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe, rate and review on iTunes.

Hey Career Girl Nation! This is an episode you don’t want to miss. I get to interview Charreah Jackson, author of the new book Boss Bride: The Powerful Woman’s Playbook for Love and Success. Charreah has spent more than 10 years researching healthy relationships and careers. She’s also a senior editor for Essence magazine, and her stories have been featured on CNN, NBC, Time Fortune, and more. Being a “boss bride” is all about a a state of mind. It starts with finding the parallels between your work and home life, and merging them into one. Over 50% of households have a female who is making all the money, or a “female breadwinner” so to speak. It’s the new normal, and yet hiring managers are still basing their decisions on your social status in life. Are you engaged? Planning a wedding? Married? There’s also a struggle with finding the right partner in your life, and it’s not a choice that should be taken lightly. You need to be strategic and intentional with your romantic life, in the same ways you approach your professional life. If you want to be a boss at your love life and your job, episode 40 is a must listen!

Hey Career Girl Nation! Today’s episode is all about burnout. It’s a real thing. I’ve experienced burnout myself for a few months. I was falling asleep constantly, in a constant state of stress, and I just didn’t have it in me anymore. Being burned out in your career is serious. I got an overwhelming response to this issue. It resonated with numerous people, especially women. Many of us are starting our own businesses in addition to our 9-5 job, and building that entrepreneur life for ourselves. It’s easy to think you can do it all, all the time. I’m going to discuss how to identify, reverse, and prevent burnout in your career. Now, this doesn’t mean you are doing something wrong. It doesn’t mean you are in a toxic environment. Burnout just happens, and we may not always realize it. If you think you are burned out and want to do something about it, take a listen to episode 40! P.S. If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe, rate and review on iTunes!

In this episode, I get to interview a very special guest! I’ve known Mr. Nemo Ashong for close to two years, who is the founder of Empjoyment. He talks about his mission to have a truly inclusive and empowered world, and how we can value ourselves and know our full self-worth. All of us are priceless, but we live in a world where things cost money and we need to afford that lifestyle. We should be pushing to get top dollar to where we are. But first, we need to be able to demonstrate our value, and own who we are. I’m talking to a lot of women who are working to get the salaries they deserve, but there are systems at play where they don’t get paid at the same levels as men. A woman only makes 80 cents for every dollar that a man makes. For a black woman, they make even less. We discuss how you can start creating a space where you can speak freely, and open more doors. If you know you are worth more and you want your salary to grow, episode 39 is a must listen! P.S. If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe, rate and review on iTunes.

In this episode, I sit down with a very exciting guest! Meet Aithyni, owner of The Career Design Lab, and working during the day as a diversity and inclusion manager. She talks with us about her journey, and how LinkedIn helped transition her to a new and amazing career. LinkedIn is a place with no judgment, a space for starting open genuine discussions with like-minded people. Even if you aren’t job searching right now, it’s still important to find those connections. There are also many unique challenges women face in the workplace, no matter what your skin type. Many of us face unconscious bias, myself included. We dig deeper into how LinkedIn can help you leverage, and battle that bias. If you want to own your career and find the right people that will navigate the way to your goals and dreams, episode 38 is a must listen! P.S. If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe, rate and review on iTunes.

Today’s episode is a little different from the topics I normally discuss, specifically focusing on one demographic within corporate America. I want to laser my focus on this and talk about women who are over 40 or approaching 40, and navigating a career change. I’m getting a lot of women reaching out and asking questions about this. As you get older in the workplace, things can become more difficult. Being over 40 in corporate America isn’t easy. People start to make incorrect assumptions. They think about all the stereotypes and stigmas that come with you being older. How can you navigate through that and move forward? I’m going to break this down for you even more, and go through some strategies and tips you can use if you are in this age range trying to level up in your career. Even if you aren’t 40, or you know you will be in this demographic at some point, then episode 37 is just for you!

Hey Career Girl Nation! In this episode I sit down with Jamila Souffrant, a money coach and creator of the blog Journey To Launch and we discuss some ideas of how you can expand your earning potential and keep as many coins as possible. Many of us don’t realize the importance of budgeting. We don’t track what we spend, or how much we spend on items like groceries or transportation. You can be making a lot of money and still be broke, living paycheck to paycheck. But there are ways to use the tools and the money you have to make even more! Each of us has a customized journey when it comes to money and finances. It’s really important to start thinking about what your goals are, and making sure your actions are lining up with those goals. If you want to reach your financial goals and learn valuable tips on budgeting, episode 36 is a must listen!

Today’s episode is all about tapping into that hidden job market so recruiters will come knocking at your door. On a weekly basis, I have several recruiters from top notch companies reaching out to me. In three weeks one of my clients already had three competing job offers. You want recruiters beating down your doors begging for an interview, not the other way around. I use the same strategies in my business. I’m going to break down these strategies even more for you, starting with the power of LinkedIn. LinkedIn is the most impactful tool you can use for your networking, job search, and connecting with other recruiters and peers. If you want to get noticed and have all the opportunities come to you, take a listen to episode 35!

I’ve been getting a ton of questions about resumes coming in recently. I did a Facebook live video about this topic over in my Career Success Circle group, and it was so well received that I wanted to reformat it to share with you guys. I want to spend some time breaking down my top tips to make sure that your resume reflects just how amazing you are.   I’ve talked to a lot of women who are top performers, but aren’t getting the job offers and interviews they want because there’s a disconnect with their resumes. The resumes don’t reflect how much value they bring to the table If you’re on the job hunt and not hearing back even though you know you are qualified, or if you’re about to start job searching, episode 34 is a must listen!

Hey Career Girl Nation! I want to talk to you about "playing the game" at work. This topic came up after a member of my Career Success Circle community asked about navigating office politics. I hear from a lot of women in corporate America that they're not interested in playing the game, and I think that's because they believe it to be negative. When most people hear the term "playing the game", they think of it with a negative connotation. They think it means you have to be cutthroat and shady. But that's not the case! In today's episode, I'm breaking down exactly what it means to play the game, and the five strategies you need to successfully navigate it. If you don't know how to play the game, or don't know where to start, episode 32 is for you!

Hey Career Girl Nation!  Today I’m coming at you with another episode about networking. I want to talk about the importance of networking across. This is something that is often overlooked when it comes to networking. People are quick to network up--looking to people who are above them in their careers. But I want to talk about why you should be networking across. This episode is inspired by an interview that Issa Rae did. In this interview, she talked about networking with people on the same level as her. People who were ‘in the trenches’ at the same time, and how that helped elevate her career. This is networking across! In today’s episode, I’m talking about how you can strategically place yourself around people who are on the same level as you, and how to make this an important part of your networking plan. If you’re ready to get serious about networking, then you don’t want to miss episode 33!

One thing I'm very passionate about is helping women make more money. I'm all about breaking that glass ceiling, and earning the salary you' re worth. I see a lot of people struggling when it comes to asking for a raise. People don't seem to know the right steps to take, and aren't getting the outcomes they hope for. The biggest mistake I see people make is not being prepared for the big conversation. You can't just schedule a meeting with HR and tell them you want a raise--there is so much you should do before you even think about requesting that meeting! In today's episode, I'm sharing the five things you need to do so that when you go into that meeting with your manager, you're fully prepared. If you are trying to get a salary increase this year, then episode 31 is a must-listen for you! Check out the show notes at: yourcareergirl.com/blog/episode31

One of the differentiating characteristics of top performers and everyone else is the incessant drive to make an impact. Top performers need to make professional contributions that matter and are valued. For this reason, it's no surprise that they're almost always in some stage of career transition. Whether they're moving to a new role, taking on a new project, or implementing a new idea, top performers are either preparing for, in the process of, or just finishing up making some kind of move. The thing is, even though it's not uncommon for these types of opportunities to present themselves to top performers, there are times when no matter how hard you work or how well you do your job, you're not being tapped for the actual opportunities you want. In episode 30, I'm talking about the importance of building a brand that supports the kinds of moves you want to make in your career. If you're ready to be more strategic and intentional about choosing your next career opportunity, then this episode is a must listen! Check out the show notes at: yourcareergirl.com/blog/episode30

This episode is a little different from other episodes, but I just had to dive into the controversy surrounding the new movie, All the Money in the World as it relates to the gender wage gap. If you're unaware, right on the heels of the controversy with actor Kevin Spacey being accused of sexual misconduct against several men, the producers decided to re-shoot the movie so they could essentially remove Kevin from all scenes. When asked to re-shoot the movie, Mark Wahlberg (man) said yes, as long as he was paid $1,500,000 to do so and Michelle Williams (woman) said yes, and that she'd even be willing to donate her salary to make it happen! As you might expect, once news of the pay discrepancy went public, some people were calling for Marky Mark's head on a platter and demanding he do something to right this wrong (he's since donated all the money he made from the re-shoot to the Time's Up Legal Defense Fund in Michelle Williams' name). Listen in to episode 29 as I break down my thoughts on what happened and the three mindset shifts you need to make in order to make sure something like this don't happen to you. Check out the show notes at: yourcareergirl.com/blog/episode29

While it's critical that you focus on how much money you make, what I'm learning is that it's not just about that. It's also about how much money you keep. In today's episode, I'm chatting with Bola Onada Sokunbi from Clever Girl Finance and she's going to dive deep into how you can keep more of the money you make in your 9-5 and use it to build REAL wealth for yourself. Bola is a Certified Financial Education Instructor (CFEI), finance expert, writer, business strategist, social media influencer and founder/CEO of Clever Girl Finance, a platform that empowers and educates women to make the best financial decisions for their current and future selves and to pursue their dreams of financial independence in order to live life on their own terms. If making AND keeping more money in your 9-5 is one of your goals for this year and beyond, you've got to listen in to episode 28! Check out the show notes at www.yourcareergirl.com/blog/episode28

One of the luxuries of getting another year older, is the acquisition of more knowledge and wisdom - especially as it relates to my career. I've been through sooo much on my professional journey since I graduated from college back in 2005. From being the new kid on the block, to working in a toxic work environment, to being laid off, to building my career back up again, to becoming the most senior black woman at my company. Let me tell you, if I could tell 21 year old Dorianne the things that I know now, I could have done so many things differently and avoid some of the drama. When they say "hindsight is 20/20", they're not lying. In this episode, I break down the 34 things I've learned over the years in my career. Yup, that's one lesson for every year of life. Check out the show notes here: http://www.yourcareergirl.com/blog/episode27

This week's podcast episode was inspired by a question I received from one of the Career Success Circle members, April. She asked: "How can I focus on improving my skills in my career, without going into debt?" I thought this was an amazing question. As a high achieving and ambitious woman, you may be at a point in your career where you're looking to pivot. Maybe you're feeling stuck and like you want to make a switch, or you want to expand on your skill set, but 1) you're not sure where to start and/or 2) you're not sure where the coins are going to come from to make it happen. I've spoken to many women over the years who share these sentiments and I'm a firm believer in the fact that money should never hinder you from going after personal and professional development opportunities. Listen in to episode 26 as I break down my four tips for learning new skills and increasing your knowledge base - without breaking the bank! If you've got BIG plans for your career this year, this episode is especially for you! Head over to http://www.yourcareergirl.com/blog/episode26 for the show notes!

Can you believe 2017 is so close to being over?  Like, seriously - we've only got about 4 days left! I can't believe how quickly time has flown by. Well, they say time flies when you're having fun - and I've got to admit, 2017 has been a blast! I'm so grateful that I've been able to achieve every single goal I've set for myself this year. Whether it was getting to a leadership position at my company, expanding my network, or launching a podcast - I've checked so many things off my list over the past 12 months.  Along with my accomplishments for the year, have been many lessons learned. These lessons are the focus of this week's episode. I'd like to break down the 3 things you should stop doing and the 1 thing you need to start in order to make 2018 the best year in your career, yet! If you've got BIG plans for your career in 2018, this episode is especially for you! For detailed show notes, head on over to http://www.yourcareergirl.com/blog/episode25 P.S. If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe, rate and review on iTunes.

Sexual harassment in the U.S. has ALWAYS been a problem. And with the recent rise of the #metoo movement, led by Tarana Burke, our problem is now all over these internet streets for the world to see. Yup, that's right. We've been hearing pretty much on a daily basis just how icky men have been to the women they work with. Whether it's by forceably groping or kissing them, making inappropriate comments, or flat out rape. Did you know that over 17 million women have reported sexual assault since 1998? It's crazy, y'all. And of those 17 million that have reported their assault, there are millions more who've yet to speak up. These stats are just not OK by me and is the reason I've dedicated this episode to equipping you with the proper information, tools and resources you need to do your part to end this systemic problem. In this episode, I'm diving DEEP into sexual harassment in the workplace. I break down: What sexual harassment is and isn't Why we (yes, you and me included) keep doing that allows it to happen What we (again, you and me) can do to stop it going forward! If you've ever experienced, witnessed, or heard about sexual harassment at work (basically, if you're an adult with access to the internet) - this episode is for you. Check out the show notes at www.yourcareergirl.com/blog/episode24

If you're not thrilled with your current job, you might be tempted to just update your resume, throw together a cover letter and start applying to every half-way decent job you find on Indeed.com. But before you launch your next job search, I'd encourage you to listen to this podcast episode. Why? Because, based on my experience, you’ve got to take time to identify what it is you really want in order to have a successful job search. Knowing what you really want will help your job search be more intentional and targeted - and pretty much guarantee that you won't waste any unnecessary time, effort or energy! I'd like to peel back the curtain and walk you through my proven, step-by-step process to identifying and landing your dream job - in record time. It's the exact process I've been using on myself since 2012 and that I use with my clients - one of whom was able to land his dream job in just 21 days. Believe me, you don't want to miss this one! Grab the show notes at www.yourcareergirl.com/blog/episode23

Although 2017 isn't quite over yet, being the high achieving and ambitious woman I know you are, you've probably already started thinking about what you'd like to accomplish in your career for next year - and I don't blame you - because I'm doing the same thing! One of the secrets to an overwhelmingly successful career is creating and implementing a strategic career plan. Imagine how you'd feel if you could look back over your career 12 months from now and have been able to accomplish all of the goals you'd set for yourself just one year earlier. It'd feel amazing, right?! Well, in this episode, I'm breaking down the 10 steps you need to focus on in order to create your career strategy for 2018 (and beyond)! Download your FREE Career Strategy Worksheet to help you through the process here: www.yourcareergirl.com/blog/episode22 For detailed show notes including all the links we discussed in this episode, head over to www.yourcareergirl.com/blog/episode22

In this episode, I sit down with Danielle Fairbain-Bland, Licensed Clinical Social Worker from Vision Transformation Firm and get down to the nitty gritty of toxic work environments. We're in a dangerous time right now where the idea of having an abusive job is "normalized" and almost considered a rite of passage.  I'm not going to lie, this episode really hit home for me as I was reminded of my own toxic environment that I dealt with for two whole years. If you're currently in a toxic work environment or know someone who is, this episode is a must listen! For detailed show notes including all the links we discussed in this episode, head over to yourcareergirl.com/blog/episode21

In this episode, I have a special guest, Kenneth Cheadle from kennethcheadle.com and he is giving us the goods on how putting yourselves in position to strategically ask and act on feedback you receive can exponentially improve the trajectory of your career. Kenneth is a certified life and career coach and the founder and CEO of "The Millennial Takeover" – a Career Program for young professionals prepared to take their career to the next level. -- If you like this episode, please rate, review and subscribe on iTunes! -- Head on over to yourcareergirl.com to get access to more tools and resources to take your career to the next level.

In this episode I'll give you my top tips for getting ahead in your career as a black woman. It's already challenging being a woman in corporate America - and once you add being black on top of that - there are certain things you'll need to know in order to navigate it successfully. -- If you like this episode, please rate, review and subscribe on iTunes! -- Head on over to yourcareergirl.com to get access to more tools and resources to take your career to the next level.

In this episode I'll go through the top mistakes you should be avoiding if you're trying to land that next promotion. If you've been trying to get to the next level for some time, but for some reason you're not making any progress, listen to this! -- If you like this episode, please rate, review and subscribe on iTunes! -- Head on over to yourcareergirl.com to get access to more tools and resources to take your career to the next level.

In this episode I'm breaking down how you can strategically build relationships to help you take your career to the next level. Building relationships is more than just networking for the sake of collecting business cards. Learn the types of relationships you should build and how. -- If you like this episode, please rate, review and subscribe on iTunes! -- Head on over to yourcareergirl.com to get access to more tools and resources to take your career to the next level.

In this episode, I'll break down the secret to achieving career fulfillment! Hint: It's actually not a secret at all. Learn the 3 Ps of career fulfillment and how you can upgrade your own career right now! -- If you like this episode, please rate, review and subscribe on iTunes! -- Head on over to yourcareergirl.com to get access to more tools and resources to take your career to the next level.

In this episode, I'll explain what stretch goals are, why you should have them and how they're the secret ingredient to reaching the highest heights of career success. To grab your free guide to setting the kind of career goals that will catapult your career trajectory and push you to the next level: http://www.yourcareergirl.com/success -- If you like this episode, please rate, review and subscribe on iTunes! -- Head on over to yourcareergirl.com to get access to more tools and resources to take your career to the next level.

This episode was a lot of fun! I have a special guest, Adunola Adeshola from employeeREDEFINED.com and she breaks down her 3 tips for setting boundaries at work so you won't get burned out. Adunola is a career strategist who teaches young professionals how to transition from bored and frustrated to satisfied and fulfilled in their careers.  In her signature program, careerREDEFINED, she helps her clients navigate their job hunt strategy so that they can land the positions they know they deserve. She also shares practical advice on how to take control of your career and life on her website, employeeREDEFINED.com.  In her free time, you can find her in her kitchen trying out a new recipe she found somewhere online.  -- Want a FREE career makeover in just 5 days? *** Get started now at www.yourcareergirl.com

I didn't always make six-figures and I wasn't always confident asking for what I deserved. Find out my compensation history, how I went from $75k to $115k in one fell swoop and when the best time to ask for more is. If earning a higher salary is a goal you have, then you don't want to miss this episode. -- Want a FREE career makeover in just 5 days? *** Get started now at www.yourcareergirl.com/career-makeover

One of the best parts of my job is having the ability to work with women to tackle major career challenges. In episode 12, I'll be answering listener questions on how to organize your resume when your experience is all over the place and how to resign without burning bridges. Want your career questions answered? Send it in to deeperthanwork@gmail.com! -- Want a FREE career makeover in just 5 days? *** Get started now at www.yourcareergirl.com/career-makeover

Shaming someone because they choose to/have to work a 9-5 is never OK. This episode walks you through the 4 common lies that are told about 9-5'ers, a.k.a., "You'll never make 6 figures" and shuts them all down! -- Want a FREE career makeover in just 5 days? *** Get started now at www.yourcareergirl.com/career-makeover