The Everyday Worker

Can a career that was once fulfilling all of a sudden feel out of alignment with your values? Whether you say yes or no, this is was happened to Kevin Laylor. This guest loved his job as a business analyst, but over time he felt he needed to make a...

Is it possible to feel peace even when you're life seems like complete chaos? Today's guest has felt that peace even when working multiple jobs and taking care of her kids while her husband works long hours. You might be facing feelings of mayhem in...

Are you bound for an unsuccessful life if life hasn't dealt you a good hand? It might feel like it at times, but today's guests prove that you have it within your power to take control of your life and create success, even when life doesn't just give it...

How do you explain yourself to recruiters when you feel like you're unqualified for the position? This worry comes up a lot, especially when it comes to making a pivot to a new industry. But there's a better way you can talk about your experiences so...

There's a lot of different ways to figure out what you're passionate about, but here's one perspective you may not have tried taking. It will help you to identify your core strengths that you've had from since you were young. For more resources on...

When I first heard the idea that your thoughts create your results, I kind of brushed it aside as if it's just another one of those "fluffy" feel-good catch phrases that people use. But there's something I read that completely changed my perspective on...

You might feel like you really want to make a career change, but do you actions reflect that? You'll never confidently make a career transition until you go out and do something about it. In this episode, I share about a brand new community of people...

You might not think about it much, but who you were as a child can give a lot of insight into what you should be doing for a career as an adult. How? Well, today's guest teaches people all around the world about the benefits of learning how to play and...

Some people have a slightly different perspective on what a career is and how to create one. Everything I talk about in this podcast revolves around having the right definition. So in this episode, I set the record straight so that you can move forward...

You'll never figure out your next career move until you GET OUT there and take action. In this episode, I share 5 ways you can start taking action today. I promise you that you will feel a huge weight lifted off your shoulders as you start implementing...

What does choosing your career and choosing your wedding dress have to do with each other? Much more than you might think, actually! I learned a lot from my wife's experience when she had to choose her wedding dress and the experience she is having...

You'll never confidently choose a career until you take action. Stop window shopping and get out there! In this episode, I dive deeper into what you can do to network with people and discover a career you can successfully transition to. For more...

Why would someone leave a career on Wall Street to become a career coach? It's all in the pursuit of creating a career that brings purpose and meaning every day you go in to work. Jena Viviano has set out to help others take their career to the next...

Creating a vision of what you want to achieve in your life is important, especially when you encounter obstacles, challenges, or negative feedback as you progress in life. In the second step of my 3 Easy Steps to Know Your Interests workbook, you will...

There's actually a very good reason that you probably have a hard time making decisions, especially when it comes to those big life decisions like who to marry, what career to choose, or where to live. In this episode, we dig into the root cause for...

In episode 79, we talked about the root cause of why you might be struggling to make tough decisions in your life. Now, we want to get more specific in how you can become better at making decisions so you can confidently make tough choices throughout...

Not sure what you're interested in or what your passion is? This is what keeps a lot of people from making the switch to a new career. In this episode, and episodes 081 & 082, I will be expanding on each of the steps of the FREE workbook that will...

Even when you drop out of a graduate program, you can create a successful career for yourself. When James dropped out of his PhD program, he didn't have a clear direction on what he wanted to do with his life, but he knew he wanted to do something...

"Do I really want to leave a job that I'm comfortable in – even if it regularly drains me? What if this is just a phase of dissatisfaction and I'll regret making a permanent switch in careers?" I got these questions from someone who has been thinking...

Nobody likes getting told they aren't doing a good job. Criticism is the worst. But if you can look at criticism from a new perspective, it can accelerate your growth in your career and your life. For more resources on careers and how to discover one...

This might not be something you've thought about before, although maybe you're much smarter than me. But every industry seems to have their own level of professionalism. What is seen as professional around lawyers is probably different than graphic...

What are you responsible for and what is the responsibility of your coach, mentor, friend, trusted family member, whoever helps you in your life right now? All throughout your life, you will face moments of tough decisions. It will feel as if you need...

The fear of leaving a steady career is real. There's fear of what you are leaving behind and fear of what you will encounter. But you can overcome that fear. You don't have to be special, you just have to know what you want in your life. Tanya was able...

Do you ever feel that pressure that you HAVE to have a plan for your life? I feel that all the time! So what do we do? We fill in the blanks with a bunch of made of crap so we feel better about ourselves and we can finally explain to people what our...

Staying within the realm of comfort will almost never yield the results you REALLY want for your life. It's is only when you place yourself in an state of discomfort that your mind and body are challenged, forcing it to see what you're really made of....

There are so many parts of defining your dream job. One of those really important parts is defining what you want your work-life to look like and how it integrates with your personal life. For more resources on careers and how to discover one that will...

Nobody really likes being around that person that can only see the negative in every situation. You know who I'm talking about? The people who say they are just "being realistic"? Yeah, them. But it's inevitable that you will have to be around people...

Can simply travelling completely change your perspective on the world? Well, yes and no. Today's guest, Chris Muhlestein had life changing experiences on his extended international trip, but there were no Marriot or Hilton hotels where he was staying....

Are some people just lucky to have an AMAZING career? Or is there something uniquely different about the way they think and do things? I believe it's a little luck, but I also think you have much more control over what type of career you create than you...

If you haven't yet, go listen to episode 64 where we talk about what a superpower is and why it's important to know what yours is. Now, Anita and I share with you how to identify that superpower and how it can be applied to your career. For more...

You have something unique and special that you are naturally extraordinary at. You might not know what that is just yet, but we all have a superpower within us. Some people can fix ANYTHING, some can tell amazing stories, and others could sell a ketchup...

This is my most real self. I'm not great at being totally vulnerable and confident in my own struggles, but here it is. Be kind... Haha. For more resources on careers and how to discover one that will bring you fulfillment, make sure you go visit [...

Getting that first internship is the most frustrating and difficult process, especially if you don't have a lot of connections from your family or friends. But today's guest, Dimitri Wheeler was able to open up great opportunities for himself, even...

We sometimes feel like we have too much going on. We feel drained at the end of the day because of all your responsibilities at work and at home. But what if you're wasting a lot of that time and energy on things you have absolutely no control over?...

No matter how you look at it, being laid off sucks. But the fact is, you're in this situation now and the only thing you can do now is deal with it. One simple change in your mindset towards your unemployment will do 2 things for you: 1) Increase the...

Creating an effective resume, building visibility to recruiters, and broadening your network. We hit on each of these topics as Anita shares some of her major takeaways from her virtual conference that just ended this week. This advice comes from...

"I quit", followed by storming out of the office. Is that how you imagine you need to make a career change? There might be a better. The best way to make a career change is by thoughtfully making preparations over time. Here's two major ways you can...

Landing a great job isn't about whether you're more qualified than the next guy. That can help, but no amount of qualifications on a resume can replace HOW you present those qualifications. Or in other words, how you market yourself. In this episode,...

Are your decisions you're making today benefiting your future self? How so? A simply change in mindset can exponentially make you more marketable. Trust me, your future self will thank you for it! For more resources on careers and how to discover one...

You have to be learning. Always. But with so much to learn, how do you decide what to focus on right now? That's what we answer in this episode. For more resources on careers and how to discover one that will bring you fulfillment, make sure you go...

During crazy, uncertain times, how can you make better decisions to reduce risk and feel confident? Here are 3 important steps you should take for whenever you face a tough decision.For more resources on careers and how to discover one that will bring...

Fear always seems to accompany change. But without being able to change, how are you able to ever improve your life or situation? Learning how to overcome fear is an important skill to being able to create the life and career you want. For more...

What does it look like to actually OWN your career and your life? When you show up with purpose and intention, you generate energy that allows you to have control over your life instead of simply reacting to what's going on around you. Today, John Neral...

If there was any one thing you could do to change your life, what would you do? In this episode, I wanted to share how personal development has made a massive impact in my life. But what is personal development and why is it even important? I'm also...

How do you positively describe why you have changed jobs so much? It is crucial to be able to clearly answer this question when your recruiter or employer asks about your job history. Make sure you listen to this episode so you can crush your...

Are you worried about a recruiter seeing your resume because you have changed jobs so often? It might not be such a bad thing anymore! Actually, quite the opposite.For more resources on careers and how to discover one that will bring you fulfillment,...

If you find yourself in a purposeless job, you can still find happiness. You might feel like the only thing that will make you happy is by changing your situation, like your boss, your pay, or your job. But there are things you can do TODAY to start...

Jumping around to different jobs throughout a career used to be a bad thing, but Carolyn Kiel from the Beyond 6 Seconds podcast shares her career background and how her many different jobs led to her discovering a job she loves. She wasn't sure what she...

Motivation seems to come and go. Too often, it feels like it's going! So what can we do to stay motivated day in and day out? Going from school and a corporate job to working alone from home, I have had to learn new skills and techniques to keep myself...

Right now, more than ever, people are going into work wondering whether they might lose their job. It might be because the company can't afford to pay you anymore or maybe they don't need your particular skills at this time. Whatever the reason, it...

Many of us thought the typical 9-5 job would be "safe". The promise of benefits and retirement funds comforted us even if we weren't happy in that job. The Corona Virus has demonstrated that what we once thought was "job security" might have been a...