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Tell us what you want to hear on the show!Are you applying to dozens of jobs but not hearing back, even though you're highly qualified? You're not alone.In this episode of the Second Act Success® Podcast, host Shannon Russell sits down with career transition coach Gina Riley, author of Qualified Isn't Enough and founder of Gina Riley Consulting, to uncover what CEOs, hiring managers, and recruiters really look for when evaluating candidates.Gina shares her Career Velocity Framework, a nine-step proven process to help you get noticed, land interviews, and secure your next role. Whether you've been recently laid off, want to level up to an executive position, or are considering a career pivot, this episode is packed with actionable advice on personal branding, LinkedIn strategy, networking tips, and interview prep.If you've ever wondered why your resume isn't getting callbacks or how to stand out in today's competitive job market, this conversation is your ultimate job search guide.Key Takeaways:Why being qualified isn't enough in today's job marketHow to create a unique value proposition (UVP) that gets you noticedGina's Career Velocity Framework for accelerating your job searchThe LinkedIn strategies hiring managers actually pay attention toWhy your resume, LinkedIn, and personal brand must all alignHow to network effectively and ask for referrals the right wayInsider tips from the boardroom and executive searches that could change your career strategyConnect with Gina Riley:https://ginarileyconsulting.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginariley/Book - https://a.co/d/4yiHrCxListen to Gina's first appearance on the Second Act Success Career Podcast Episode #37 - https://secondactsuccess.co/2022/11/08/lets-talk-career-transition-with-gina-riley-37/----------- You are listening to the Top 2% globally ranked podcast Second Act Success!CONTACT Shannon and share your feedback about what you'd like to hear on the podcast! https://secondactsuccess.co/contact Book a FREE Strategy Call with host and business coach Shannon Russell - https://www.calendly.com/second-act-success/coaching-strategy FREE Resourceshttps://secondactsuccess.co/resources READ Shannon's Book - Start Your Second Act: How to Change Careers, Launch a Business, and Create Your Best Life at https://startyoursecondact.com. LISTEN to the How To Quit Your Job and Start A Business Podcast! https://secondactsuccess.co/listenLET'S CONNECT!Instagram - https://instagram.com/secondactsuccessLinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonrussellcoach

In this conversation, Marysaba Mennuti and Nate Guadagni explore the complexities of emotional expression in the workplace, the challenges of conflict resolution, and the importance of self-awareness in career transitions. They discuss how emotions can impact communication and relationships, the resistance many face in expressing feelings at work, and the necessity of recognizing when to let go of unproductive situations. The dialogue emphasizes the role of coaching and self-reflection in fostering personal growth and empowerment.Marysaba Mannuti a life coach specialized in Nonviolent Communication (NVC)."I help you build stronger, healthier relationships by learning to express your feelings and needs with empathy, set clear boundaries, and create deeper respect for yourself and others."https://www.marysabamennuti.com/About the Host:Nate Guadagni is an NVC based Life Coach with over 15 years of experience in coaching and group facilitation. He is also a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Qigong⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ teacher, the founder of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bo Yoga⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, an accessible yoga system and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Balance for Life⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a senior fitness program. 1) ⁠⁠⁠⁠DOWNLOAD⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ the NVC Template Pack here:• The Magic Formula - 4 Step NVC Process• List of Basic Needs We All Have• Feelings When Your Needs Are Not Satisfied• Feelings When Your Needs Are SatisfiedAdditional Resources:Language of Life Community - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Weekly Group Classes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free Templates, Coaching, & Resources: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Language of Life Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠NVC Teaching Videos - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apply to be a guest on the Podcast - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free NVC Coaching⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Books and Trainings - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CNVC Official Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chapters00:00 Introduction to Nonviolent Communication03:12 Discovering Nonviolent Communication08:13 The Connection Between NVC and Self-Awareness10:39 NVC Exercises for Self-Awareness15:12 Conflict Resolution and NVC in the Workplace22:04 Implementing NVC Across All Levels of Workplaces23:58 Navigating Emotions in Communication26:30 The Challenge of Expressing Emotions at Work30:54 Understanding Anger and Conflict Resolution36:02 Recognizing When to Let Go37:40 Motivation and Career Transitions40:33 Empowerment Through Self-AwarenessKey TakeawaysNVC is akin to learning a new language.Self-awareness is crucial for effective communication.The Wheel of Feels helps identify deeper emotions.NVC can transform conflict into a positive experience.Effective communication starts with understanding oneself.NVC is a lifestyle, not just a technique.Conflict resolution requires empathy and understanding.NVC can enhance workplace dynamics and relationships.Practicing NVC can lead to personal growth and empowerment.NVC tools can be applied in various life situations. Self-awareness allows individuals to choose their emotional responses.Expressing emotions in the workplace can be challenging due to cultural norms.Understanding the impact of emotions can lead to better communication.Taking a break can help prevent emotional outbursts during conflicts.Recognizing when to let go of unproductive relationships is crucial.Career transitions often require reflection on motivations and values.It's important to articulate feelings without delving into personal trauma.Emotional intelligence is essential for effective communication.Coaching can empower individuals to find their own answers.Self-awareness is a continuous journey that enhances decision-making.

Ever wondered how some people seem to effortlessly climb to the top while others struggle to make any progress as they remain in a lower office? Remember, God's timing is always perfect!**Keep your mind framed correctly as a Gig Worker - Train with THE STOICESS**Let's Chat. Call me….“1-833-My Stoicess” (1-833-697-8642) to schedule an “At My Expense” initial No-Obligation Zoom meeting. Weekend and evening appointments available. TELEPHONE HOURS: Monday through Thursday 10am – 4pm (EST)Lori Stith, Founder & CEO, The Stoicess® Philosophy Leadership Coach ™Christian Leadership, Career, & Life Coach Stoic Matchmaker, LLC Stoic Matchmaker: Christian Leadership Coaching Lori Stith, REALTOR® Elite Stoicism Agent ™ Long & Foster Realty 410-979-8995 Cell 410-583-9400 Office

Let us know what you thought about the show!In this episode, Jason sits down with Eliana Goldstein, a certified career and executive coach, the resident Career Coach for CBS New York Morning News, and a member of the Forbes Coaches Council. Eliana's coaching strategies have been featured on MSNBC, Business Insider, and Fast Company, and she has spoken at leading companies including Peloton and LinkedIn.Together, Jason and Eliana explore the growing workplace trend of “quiet cracking”—when professionals, overwhelmed by today's tough job market, settle for roles that don't align with their values or strengths, ignoring obvious red flags along the way.This powerful conversation uncovers the mindset shifts, strategies, and frameworks that can help you navigate career transitions with confidence, advocate for yourself in the workplace, and embrace change without fear.

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Welcome back to the BJN podcast. In this episode, Sean Boyle (Editor, British Journal of Nursing) sits down with Dina Paolini (Clinical Nurse Specialist and Career Coach for International Nurses), to discuss the role of internationally educated nurses in the NHS, and what NHS can learn from other health systems. The discussion explores the successes and limitations associated with the German, Italian and Canadian health services, as well as what barriers exist within the NHS.   Do you have a career coaching question for Dina? Contact her directly at: info@nursesmove.blog We're always keen to hear your feedback! If you'd like to share your thoughts on today's epsiode, drop us an email at: bjn@markallengroup.com  Like what you've heard here today? Check out the BJN website for more information on all things nursing: https://www.britishjournalofnursing.com/ 

In this episode, Cindy Esliger discusses how the “always on” hustle culture mindset in society is pushing us steadily towards burnout. We're running on empty, and what are we rushing towards? She explores the transformative idea of doing less, more slowly. A mindset shift towards doing what matters most with intention instead of simply working harder, faster, and longer for no good reason. How do we break free of the hustle culture habits and switch to a calmer and more sustainable approach to work? Cindy has some ideas for us. Performance-based productivity keeps us looking busy while not accomplishing much. When we constantly pressure ourselves to do more, faster, we often miss out on the ‘why'. We start believing exhaustion is the only way. But Cindy offers the radical idea that calm isn't the enemy of productivity, it's the foundation. Calm is not passive; it's powerful, creative, and strategic. Calm doesn't demand strict, overbearing control, either. Instead of clinging to rigid control and pushing ourselves harder, perhaps we should let go and show up with presence instead.Cindy shares how we can build self-trust and calm. Start small by showing up for ourselves and keeping our word. Say we'll go for a ten-minute walk after work, and then actually do it. When we can count on ourselves, we have more power. We can make better decisions on how to spend our time. Cindy reminds us that success should be sustainable and that requires doing work we enjoy at a pace that doesn't destroy us. Trust that if we pause to catch our breath, our career won't implode. It's a change in mindset to actively let go of the frantic productivity rush we're currently in.   Resources discussed in this episode:Guide to Doing Less More SlowlyAstronomic AudioConfidence Collective—Contact Cindy Esliger Career Confidence Coaching: website | instagram | facebook | linkedin | email

The Fortified Life Podcast with Jason DavisEpisode 201: Purposeful Branding & Calling — with Career Coach Lori BeenRelease Date: SEPT. 3, 2025Host: Jason Davis (Mr. Fortified)Guest: Lori BeenOwner, Panache Career Coaching Services; career coach (25+ years), former university career services leader (Vanderbilt, Belmont), Amazon #1 bestselling author of Purposeful Branding: Discover how your gifts can help you get unstuck in your career and best serve others. Featured in The Wall Street Journal, Huffington Post, and Inc. Magazine. Ranked a Top 10 Coach in Nashville every year since 2017.Episode OverviewJason welcomes Lori Been for a practical, faith-forward conversation on vocation, transition, and designing work that serves others. Lori shares her journey from higher-ed career services into entrepreneurship in Nashville's music industry—blending image consulting, media/interview prep, and career coaching—and why she ultimately refocused on purpose-driven coaching for professionals navigating change. The centerpiece of the episode is Lori's framework from Purposeful Branding, which anchors your calling in identity in Christ, clarifies your gifts, defines your audience, and builds a brand that serves.What You'll LearnVocation ≠ Identity: Why Your Work Is Not Your Identity—and How Rooting Your Identity in Christ Protects You Against Idols of Career and Title.From Stifled to Strategic: Recognizing when creativity is being constrained, and practical steps to pivot with wisdom (networking, pilot projects, timing, and “who can I serve?”).Purposeful Branding (beyond logos): Start with gifts → who you serve → how you help → then visuals. Avoid jumping straight to color palettes and logos.Audience Clarity: How to identify the people best served by your natural strengths—often found in what feels “easy” or energizing to you.Transferable Skills: Why experiences across domains (universities, music industry, media coaching) compound and don't “reset” when you change lanes.Faith & Work: Insights from FCCI, the Gotham Program (Redeemer), mission work in the Amazon, and launching church-based vocation ministries.Women & Entrepreneurship: Lori's heart to equip Christian women to build businesses that serve their homes and communities—with schedules that fit real life.Standout Quotes“What you do is not who you are. Your identity is in Christ.”“Pay attention to what feels easy and life-giving—those gifts often point to who you're called to serve.”“Start with who you serve. Then build the brand to match.”“Not everyone can leap today—so prep a strategy now for when God opens the door.”Scripture ReferencesJeremiah 17:9 — Be cautious about “follow your heart”; seek God's wisdom first.Identity in Christ (theme) — Guard against making work an idol; let calling flow from who God says you are.Segment HighlightsOrigin Story & Calling — Early love for campus life; grad program in Higher Ed; decade in university career centers; pivot to Nashville entrepreneurship.Music Industry — Image & interview coaching for artists; networking through contact; lessons on authenticity and message.Purposeful Branding — The framework: gifts, audience, service, authenticity → THEN visuals.Work vs. Identity — Why Titles Shift, Seasons Change, and a Christ-Centered Identity Stabilizes Vocation.Faith & Work Ecosystem — FCCI, Gotham Program, church vocation ministry, Amazon missions.What's Next — A development program to help Christian women start businesses from a place of obedience, ownership, and service.Resources MentionedGuest Book: Purposeful Branding: Discover how your gifts can help you get unstuck in your career and best serve others — AmazonGuest Website: LoriBeen.comSocial: @PanacheCoaching (Facebook, Instagram, X)Jason's Book: Fortify: Being Rooted in God's Plan for Work and Business — AmazonShow Site: FortifiedLifePodcast.comYouTube: The Fortified Life (subscribe)Connect with Lori BeenWebsite: LoriBeen.comSocial: @PanacheCoaching (Facebook • Instagram • X)Connect with Jason Davis / The Fortified LifeWatch live: Wednesdays, 8:30 PM ETPodcast: Apple • Spotify • iHeartRadio (search “The Fortified Life Podcast”)YouTube: The Fortified LifeBook: Fortify on AmazonCalls to ActionListeners: Identify one task this week that energizes you and note who benefits most—then ask God for the next step to serve them better.Share: If this helped you, rate & review and share with a friend who's discerning a career shift.Subscribe: Don't miss new episodes that integrate faith, business, and finance for real-world impact.

Helping people get their first job or aiding those re-entering the workforce is truly fulfilling for Stephen Nichols, the career coach at the Thomasville Public Library's Career Readiness Center. Nichols assists patrons seeking employment by helping them search for jobs, create resumes, craft cover letters and prepare for interviews. Nichols hosts career-readiness workshops, helps people complete job applications and assists with navigating online job forums. “Being a good listener is often the best way to understand and support the people who come through our doors,” he said. “I take great pride in helping the Thomasville community.” The 2002 Thomasville High...Article Link

Is your sense of belonging feeling unfulfilled? It's time to realize that your faith in God is not merely a religious conviction.**If you want to improve your soft skills, you train with THE STOICESS.... It's what you do**Let's Chat. Call me….“1-833-My Stoicess” (1-833-697-8642) to schedule an “At My Expense” initial No-Obligation Zoom meeting. Weekend and evening appointments available. TELEPHONE HOURS: Monday through Thursday 10am – 4pm (EST)Lori Stith, Founder & CEO, The Stoicess® Philosophy Leadership Coach ™ Christian Leadership, Career, & Life Coach Stoic Matchmaker, LLC Stoic Matchmaker: Christian Leadership Coaching Lori Stith, REALTOR® Elite Stoicism Agent ™ Long & Foster Realty 410-979-8995 Cell 410-583-9400 Office

In this episode, Cindy Esliger talks about the invisible barrier of our own thinking that can be in the way of progressing in our careers. Our brains are wired for self-preservation, not bold career leaps, so even though we say we want impact or recognition, we are likely being steered away from risk and discomfort by our thoughts. So what do we do? How do we identify this kind of thinking and challenge those patterns? Cindy describes what the self-preservation thinking looks like, how to develop our self-awareness, and ways to start to take risks in our careers.  When we understand that our brains are primarily wired for survival, we can we can start to see how staying safe can often also mean staying stuck. Safe avoids discomfort, keeps us playing small, and does not like making others uncomfortable. Our self-preservation can show up as roadblocks like perfectionism or overthinking. Cindy urges us to get honest about both our strengths and struggles so we can begin dismantling the barriers unconsciously holding us back. Once we identify what we're struggling with, Cindy offers the follow-up question of, “What's standing in the way of us working on them?”  Self-awareness is not self-blame. We aren't responsible for every roadblock in our way. But self-awareness lets us take back control so we can empower ourselves by working with both our brilliance and blind spots. Cindy shares some steps to take. Describe ourselves with five words. Then ask what five words would friends or family choose for us. This outside perspective is key to a balanced view of ourselves. When we can identify where we're holding back, we learn to let discomfort shape us into something greater. We can step out of the safe thinking and into something challenging.   Resources discussed in this episode:Guide to Rethinking What's Holding You BackAstronomic AudioConfidence Collective—Contact Cindy Esliger Career Confidence Coaching: website | instagram | facebook | linkedin | email

Is job burnout taking a toll? Know there is a powerful solution.**Learn Self-Leadership Wisdom with THE STOICESS**Let's Chat. Call me….“1-833-My Stoicess” (1-833-697-8642) to schedule an “At My Expense” initial No-Obligation Zoom meeting. Weekend and evening appointments available. TELEPHONE HOURS: Monday through Thursday 10am – 4pm (EST)Lori Stith, Founder & CEO, The Stoicess® Philosophy Leadership Coach ™Christian Leadership, Career, & Life Coach Stoic Matchmaker, LLC Stoic Matchmaker: Christian Leadership Coaching Lori Stith, REALTOR® Elite Stoicism Agent ™ Long & Foster Realty 410-979-8995 Cell 410-583-9400 Office

Career transitions aren't just about the potential new job — they ripple into every part of your life. In this episode, I sit down with Sarah Wagoner, a certified leadership and transformation coach, to talk about navigating career changes while also accounting for the realities of your whole life — from raising young kids to caring for aging parents. We dig into: Why you can't separate your career from your personal life (and how ignoring this leads to burnout). The “moment of awakening” many women hit when work no longer feels aligned — often triggered by a new baby, health crisis, or family shift. How to use an energy inventory to understand what lights you up at work — and what drains you. The importance of knowing your values during your current phase (because values shift!) and using them to guide decisions at work and home. Boundaries as a filter — not a wall — and what that looks like in practice for professional women. Examples of how Sarah's clients have designed their careers and leadership roles to fit their real lives — including moving into leadership roles, taking consulting contracts, and saying no to roles that didn't align. I especially love Sarah's approach because it parallels how I teach time management for working moms and professional women: your calendar has to reflect your whole life – the personal and the professional (not just work) – for it to work because your time and energy are limited, and your plans for both have to work together as one has an impact on the other. If you're in a season of asking: Is this job still right for me? Do I even want to move up, or do I miss the individual contributor work I used to love? How do I juggle my career and the demands of family life without burning out? …this episode is for you. Sarah shares practical tools, grounded strategies, and thought-provoking questions to help you re-meet yourself after big life changes — so your career actually supports the life you want in this chapter. To connect with Sarah, you can find her at: On her website, www.sarahwagoner.com On Instagram: @sarahwagonercoaching On Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahkwagonercareerandleadershipcoach/  Additional links you might enjoy:

Granola is the rare AI startup that slipped into one of tech's most crowded niches — meeting notes — and still managed to become the product founders and VCs rave about. In this episode, MAD Podcast host Matt Turck sits down with Granola co-founder & CEO Chris Pedregal to unpack how a two-person team in London turned a simple “second brain” idea into Silicon Valley's favorite AI tool. Chris recounts a year in stealth onboarding users one by one, the 50 % feature-cut that unlocked simplicity, and why they refused to deploy a meeting bot or store audio even when investors said they were crazy.We go deep on the craft of building a beloved AI product: choosing meetings (not email) as the data wedge, designing calendar-triggered habit loops, and obsessing over privacy so users trust the tool enough to outsource memory. Chris opens the hood on Granola's tech stack — real-time ASR from Deepgram & Assembly, echo cancellation on-device, and dynamic routing across OpenAI, Anthropic and Google models — and explains why transcription, not LLM tokens, is the biggest cost driver today. He also reveals how internal eval tooling lets the team swap models overnight without breaking the “Granola voice.”Looking ahead, Chris shares a roadmap that moves beyond notes toward a true “tool for thought”: cross-meeting insights in seconds, dynamic documents that update themselves, and eventually an AI coach that flags blind spots in your work. Whether you're an engineer, designer, or founder figuring out your own AI strategy, this conversation is a masterclass in nailing product-market fit, trimming complexity, and future-proofing for the rapid advances still to come. Hit play, like, and subscribe if you're ready to learn how to build AI products people can't live without.GranolaWebsite - https://www.granola.aiX/Twitter - https://x.com/meetgranolaChris PedregalLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pedregalX/Twitter - https://x.com/cjpedregalFIRSTMARKWebsite - https://firstmark.comX/Twitter - https://twitter.com/FirstMarkCapMatt Turck (Managing Director)LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/turck/X/Twitter - https://twitter.com/mattturck(00:00) Introduction: The Granola Story (01:41) Building a "Life-Changing" Product (04:31) The "Second Brain" Vision (06:28) Augmentation Philosophy (Engelbart), Tools That Shape Us (09:02) Late to a Crowded Market: Why it Worked (13:43) Two Product Founders, Zero ML PhDs (16:01) London vs. SF: Building Outside the Valley (19:51) One Year in Stealth: Learning Before Launch (22:40) "Building For Us" & Finding First Users (25:41) Key Design Choices: No Meeting Bot, No Stored Audio (29:24) Simplicity is Hard: Cutting 50% of Features (32:54) Intuition vs. Data in Making Product Decisions (36:25) Continuous User Conversations: 4–6 Calls/Week (38:06) Prioritizing the Future: Build for Tomorrow's Workflows (40:17) Tech Stack Tour: Model Routing & Evals (42:29) Context Windows, Costs & Inference Economics (45:03) Audio Stack: Transcription, Noise Cancellation & Diarization Limits (48:27) Guardrails & Citations: Building Trust in AI (50:00) Growth Loops Without Virality Hacks (54:54) Enterprise Compliance, Data Footprint & Liability Risk (57:07) Retention & Habit Formation: The "500 Millisecond Window" (58:43) Competing with OpenAI and Legacy Suites (01:01:27) The Future: Deep Research Across Meetings & Roadmap (01:04:41) Granola as Career Coach?

From big tech at Meta to laid-off, new mom, and starting a coaching business from scratch, executive career coach Natalie Robbins of San Diego, CA knows what it means to reinvent. We talk about building a career that actually fits your life, starting over with a tiny human in tow, and why asking better questions can unlock your next chapter. If you're feeling the pull toward something new, this episode is your reminder that you're not behind, you're just getting started.Connect with NatalieLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-robbins-25561789/Career Coaching: https://www.pivotinpower.com/ Thanks for tuning in to The Career Flipper!If this episode made you think, laugh, or feel a little braver about your own flip, do me a favor:

In this episode, Cindy Esliger examines micromanagement at work and when it might turn from a misguided attempt at mentorship to a more sinister form of intentional misdirection. In matrix environments, roles and responsibilities are fluid, and we tend to get input from all directions. We want to please people, so we internalize every correction as encouragement, even when it isn't. Micromanagement is subtle but powerful. Cindy demonstrates how to identify it and how to break the pattern with a radical shift in focus. Many of us were raised, deliberately or not, to be grateful for any attention we receive, especially in environments where women are underrepresented. We're taught that feedback is an opportunity we should be grateful for, even if it's tone deaf or controlling. Cindy wants us to break this pattern by asking ourselves some key questions. Does this expectation align with the career we want to build? Is this feedback helpful, or does it just maintain the status quo?  Is this real value? We need to put ourselves first for a change and be intentional about where our time and effort go. We need to not let micromanagement become our norm.   When someone is overly involved in our work, it's not always seen as a red flag. We assume it's part of the process, and we work harder, which is exactly why micromanagement works. Cindy explains how awareness is our way out. We need to notice how constantly accessible we keep ourselves. When were we acting out of fear instead of alignment? Setting boundaries, being selective, communicating assertively, and practicing saying no calmly and clearly are all ways we reclaim our power and stop letting micromanagement control us.   Resources discussed in this episode:Guide to Escaping the Micromanagement TrapAstronomic AudioConfidence Collective—Contact Cindy Esliger Career Confidence Coaching: website | instagram | facebook | linkedin | email

Learn how to find a career in a competitive job market in this monthly series by Warwick career management specialist Kathleen Dohoney.Today, Kathleen interviews Lisa Picillo, Certified Financial Planner at Spinnaker Asset Management, about finances and starting a new career. Hear about assessing your finances before making a career change, making a plan to step backward in order to move forward, how having a financial plan can relieve stress, and how to find a financial planner.Episode Links:Visit the Spinnaker Asset Management ⁠website⁠.Kathleen Dohoney, ACRW, CPRW, CDCS, CCTC, is a Career Coach at Randstad RiseSmart and a Career Specialist at Celtic Résumé Services.Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Celtic Resume Services⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Go to Kathleen's ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Write to Kathleen at kdohoney03@gmail.com.

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In this episode, Cindy Esliger talks about how our natural instinct to feel safe can turn into a trap by silencing our bold ideas and keeping us in a role that no longer challenges us. She differentiates between blowing up our lives and doing small low stakes change experiments to reconnect to intuition. Stability is inviting but it can lead to too much safety. Cindy offers a way to push ourselves past that instinct for predictable comfort into discovering new possibilities. Safety feels good until it doesn't. It feels like we're in control until one day it starts to feel like numbness and being boxed in. But how do we know when our safety has actually become complacency? Cindy has three clues to guide our assessment: 1) We constantly ask for validation or permission before making a move, 2) We feel safe but also stuck, and 3) We find ourselves downsizing our goals to make other people comfortable. Stability has its place but financial and emotional security should be a foundation, not a ceiling.    Redefining safety is key. Safety doesn't mean avoiding discomfort, it means building trust in our own ability to respond to discomfort. Cindy encourages us to be willing to get a little uncomfortable in order to experiment and explore in our careers. She points out that momentum matters more than motivation, since motivation can be fickle. We need to also question our need for approval. Following Cindy's guidance opens a path to flexibility and real growth potential. It reframes discomfort not as a danger, but simply uncertainty. Uncertainty can be normalized and anticipated. That's how we grow.   Resources discussed in this episode:Guide to Living More BoldlyAstronomic AudioConfidence Collective—Contact Cindy Esliger Career Confidence Coaching: website | instagram | facebook | linkedin | email

Today is a Wonder and Ponder day and my wonder is about advice. As a certified Life Purpose and Career Coach, I've been trained how to be an effective coach, and that's quite distinct from my current corporate work as a consultant. Coaches do more asking, and consultants do more telling. That line has become a bit blurred over the years, and my style has transformed a bit. I've gotten pretty good at giving advice. But taking it? That can be a different story. Thanks to Ricot and Jody who joined the conversation live. If you'd like to learn more about my coaching and consulting work, check out my website at www.jodeebock.com.

What's a career coach do? How does one help you? When do you need a career coach? What should you say about that time you got fired? And hey, what's the worst that can happen? Dr. Kyle Elliott patiently fields questions about what a career coach does -- and he gives good advice for navigating the landscape after you've been canned. Dr. Elliot specializes in tech, but his tips are good for anyone, regardless of their field.

In this episode, Cindy Esliger addresses the belief that if one generation of women endured suffering in order to succeed, the next generation must too. Some women, consciously or not, believe that hardship is a necessary rite of passage. They gatekeep and end up reinforcing a toxic culture instead of paving the way for women coming up after them to succeed with fewer obstacles. Cindy looks at how to break this cycle, how to redefine the goal as not just enduring the hardships of the system, but to change the system. With this in mind, a future of thriving, not simply surviving, can exist between generations in the workplace.  The fact that some women seem intent on ensuring future generations endure the same suffering they did comes from surviving the continued traumas of toxic workplaces. It's a type of internalized misogyny disguised as high standards, making the bar one of how much abuse can be suffered. Cindy makes the case for dismantling this cycle because it's doing more collective harm than good. We can choose to energize the next generation instead of exhausting them. Resources are not as limited as we've been led to believe. Women can win and be celebrated by each other without anyone losing.    True leadership isn't about exerting power over anyone. Cindy stresses that it's about building something sustainable together. So, how do we break this ingrained cycle and build something better? Cindy offers five ways to start: 1. Choose mentorship over gatekeeping, 2. Redefine what strength looks like, 3. Celebrate collective wins, 4. Push for structural change, and 5. Create new measures of readiness and performance. Cindy asks us to use our survival stories not as weapons, but as reasons to lead differently and mentor generously.   Resources discussed in this episode:Guide to Breaking the CycleAstronomic AudioConfidence Collective—Contact Cindy Esliger Career Confidence Coaching: website | instagram | facebook | linkedin | email

The job market in mid-2025 isn't broken; it's evolving. In this episode of Designing the Best You, Vennessa breaks down the real changes shaping today's hiring landscape and shares what job seekers must do to stay competitive and confident. From experience inflation and AI-driven shifts to new high-growth roles and smarter job search strategies, this episode is your guide to navigating the modern career landscape with intention. You'll learn: Why traditional job titles may no longer align with real hiring trends What “experience inflation” is and how to rise above it The 4 tools every job seeker needs to succeed in 2025 How to align your skills and story to the roles that are actually growing Whether you're job hunting, pivoting careers, or simply looking to future-proof your professional brand, this episode gives you the insight and action steps to design your next move — strategically. Resources Mentioned: BOOK FREE a CALL: https://calendly.com/vmc-health-career/career-level-up  NEWSLETTER Sign-Up: https://www.vennessamcconkey.com/vm-newsletter Job search got you down? Here are some tips: https://www.vennessamcconkey.com/jobsearchtips2025  LINKEDIN: www.linkedin.com/in/vennessa-mcconkey YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX7uzqjys9TWdsskiAI_0Kw    Discounted nervous system devices to help you manage stress and burnout Whoop (https://join.whoop.com/73B5B1) - helps optimize your sleep, performance, strain and recovery   Apollo (https://share.apolloneuro.com/x/DGTAsx) - wellness device intended to help manage stress, challenging life transitions, and to promote a healthy lifestyle Subscribe and follow for more insights to help you design the best version of your career and yourself.

Send us a text Is your teen overwhelmed by the question, “What do you want to do with your life?” You're not alone—and you're not powerless.In this episode of The Teen Anxiety Maze, I talk with career guide and author Jay Dusold, who's on a mission to help teens and young adults find their True Job Match—and ditch the anxiety and confusion that come with too many choices and too little clarity.

In this episode, Cindy Esliger explores the idea that shifting our attention away from self-criticism can lead to a career that is both sustainable and futureproof. This happens through intentional, visible effort and starts with recognizing that momentum is about reclaiming minutes and tracking effort over perfection. We all have those voices in our heads criticizing what we do, but Cindy emphasizes that we can train ourselves to celebrate progress instead of wallowing in self-criticism. And it's that celebration and retraining our use of time that Cindy says leads us to a better career.  The small wins are what help us gather evidence of our overall progress. Cindy advises writing these wins down. One thing that went right. Speaking up in a meeting. Completing a tough email. This isn't about building a highlight reel for social media, but rather collecting career fuel meant only for ourselves. We need to see our own progress to understand that momentum builds through the tiny, continuous actions, rather than in giant leaps and bounds.  We train our brains to prioritize disappointment over progress when we only focus on the problems and obstacles. So acknowledging the wins and progress is retraining our brains to seek out the positive instead. To make time for this new list, look for all the wasted minutes we can reclaim: during our commute, standing in line, waiting for a meeting to start. It only takes minutes to scan our small wins and list more that we can accomplish. Then, Cindy says, when the time comes to reach for promotion, we are ready to express our value, our worth, our growth.   Resources discussed in this episode:Guide to Gathering the Proof of Your CapabilitiesAstronomic AudioConfidence Collective—Contact Cindy Esliger Career Confidence Coaching: website | instagram | facebook | linkedin | email

John Tarnoff's ‘Mid-Career' journey began after being laid off in his 50s, prompting a career pivot that led him to DreamWorks Animation, Carnegie Mellon University, and eventually to coaching. He earned a master's degree in psychology to deepen his understanding of the challenges professionals face in mid-career transitions.John is an executive and mid-career, transition coach, helping professionals land better, more meaningful jobs and overcome ageism in the workplace. As the founder of Mid-Career Lab and a LinkedIn Learning instructor with over 250,000 learners, John empowers professionals to rediscover purpose, rebuild confidence, and navigate career change with clarity. John's work is a beacon for experienced professionals seeking to reinvent their careers and unlock their next chapter with strength and intention.Ross and John talk about identity,  mindset, pace of change, focus,  success being hard to change, education evolving, self knowledge, life stages, generating value, supporting people, building the future,  career spans,  burnout,   prosperity,  universal designs, team bonding, trust,  comfort, blame, courage, discomfort, resilience and adaptability. The pair also discuss creating your own narrative, projecting, creating the future, pivoting, reconciling the past, baggage in our lives, being transparent, making friends,  self reflection, specialists over generalists, asking for advice,  keeping going, building a community, growth mindset, enlightenment, curiosity, success and personal trainers.Timecodes:00:26 Intro to John 01:51 Age and adaptability02:40 Identity transitions04:23 The concept of value and identity 07:22 Three career stages- Education, Work and Retiring12:47 A portfolio of careers14:10 Time usage and enjoying freedom20:22 Fear vs Trust motivation22:46 Changing state25:17 Not knowing what you what to do29:45  Resumes and holding things back36:50 Helping with moments of pressure and big company cuts40:28 Hopelessness47:29 Mindset and help shifting career 52:25 The last time John did something for the first timeConnect with John:LinkedInWebsiteConnect with Ross:WebsiteLinkedInMoonshot Innovation 

My guest today is Megan Dias. Megan is a Career Coach with 10+ years of experience working with 5,000 diverse job seekers from all industries to define personal brand and increase confidence in application materials (resumes, cover letters, LinkedIn profiles, behavioral interviews) to pivot careers and/or take next steps in career development. Megan is published in 25 articles with content centered around topics involving HR, talent, recruitment, hiring trends, and diversity in the workplace. She has been featured on 3 podcasts discussing the intersection of Talent Acquisition & Career Coaching. Megan is certified in the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator Assessment (MBTI), has a Masters in Education & Leadership, and represents the top 1% of talent on Upwork. Megan is passionate about collaborating with individuals to support career growth and development. Megan lives in Silicon Valley where she has for over a decade and has worked at various startups and tech companies. In this episode we discuss career coaching, career success, burnout, negotiation and networking.LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/megandias/In this episode you will learn:1. The importance of understanding your value and the art negotiation and how it can impact your career trajectory.2. Tips on how to help avoid the dreaded burnout.3. Strategies to stand out as a unicorn candidate in the current noisy employment landscape. “Your career is a huge part of your life and you want to find something where your interests meet your strengths."- 00:04:04“I think today's market is very competitive just because of all of the layoffs and right now it's an employer's market." - 00:22:40“I think the one quote that helps me with that is work will always be there. Will your family, will this experience to go travel and do X, Y, Z, whatever.” 00:45:27

Grab my free e-course, where I break down job titles, salary ranges, and employers hiring macro social workers right now. Here is the link: https://macroandpaid.com/Register for my upcoming live webinar at: https://macroandpaid.com/----3 Beliefs Keeping You Stuck in Low-Quality Social Work JobsMany social workers assume they're not qualified for high-quality macro social work jobs, but that's not the truth. It's a job judgment confusion.In this video, I break down:✔️ What job judgment confusion is and how it quietly shapes your career decisions.✔️ Why so many social workers believe high-quality jobs “aren't real” or “aren't for them.”✔️ Three beliefs that are keeping you stuck in low-quality social work jobs that drain you.✔️ How to stop over-credentialing yourself and start moving strategically.If you've been second-guessing every macro job opportunity that looks aligned, this is for you.

Grab my free e-course, where I break down job titles, salary ranges, and employers hiring macro social workers right now. Here is the link: ⁠https://macroandpaid.com/⁠Register for my upcoming live webinar and join the waitlist for the next cohort of the Micro to Macro Career Accelerator for Social Workers at: ⁠https://macroandpaid.com/⁠---In this episode of Macro Social Work Your Way, I'm asking a question that many social workers avoid: Are you actually building the life you want or just surviving your work week? I break down three common beliefs that may be blocking you from becoming the version of yourself you know you're meant to be. These are the same beliefs I've helped hundreds of social workers work through inside the Micro to Macro Career Accelerator, and in this episode, I'm walking you through them step by step. You'll hear insights from a recent coaching client who landed a high-paying, aligned macro job without more school, licensure, or certifications. She doubled her social work salary and, more importantly, built a career that fits her values, priorities, and long-term goals. If you've ever told yourself “I don't have time,” or “I can figure this out on my own,” or “I can't justify the investment,” this is the episode you need to hear. Because the truth is, your future self is being shaped by the choices you're making today, and every belief you hold is either moving you forward or keeping you stuck. Inside This Episode: Why long-term payoff requires short-term sacrifice. The real reason social workers stay stuck in the same level jobs. How to evaluate whether your time, money, and energy are aligned with the life you want. What to do if you've been watching from the sidelines, but haven't made a move. If you're ready to stop repeating the same career cycle year after year and start making decisions for the person you're becoming, this episode will give you the clarity and strategy you need to move forward. Want More? ▶️ Join the waitlist for Cohort 21 of the Micro to Macro Career Accelerator for Social Workers (Enrollment opens August 17, 2025, and will not reopen again until 2026). Click Here: https://macroandpaid.com/▶️ Register for my next live webinar: “How You're Already Qualified for Macro Social Work Jobs" on August 12, 2025. Click Here: https://macroandpaid.com/Your next career move doesn't need to be perfect. It just needs to be intentional. Register for the webinar and join the waitlist here: https://macroandpaid.com/Happy macro career planning, Marthea Pitts, MSW

In this episode, Cindy Esliger examines the difference between actionable feedback and constant validation. While it's always wonderful to get compliments on work, and those are necessary to boost morale, seeking only positive praise will inhibit meaningful growth. It's the honest critique and useful feedback that helps us course correct and sharpen our strengths. Cindy discusses how to break free of compliment-only cravings to seek out and embrace critical feedback for growth. She lays out a plan for obtaining the right kind of input.  Encouragement is essential for building confidence and keeping us motivated through the initial learning curves in our careers. But as the stakes rise, compliments become less helpful. We start prioritizing feeling good over getting better, and that leads to a career plateau. We all have blind spots about ourselves and our own skills, ingrained habits holding us back that can only be identified by someone outside ourselves. Cindy stresses the importance of this honest, outside feedback in helping us develop.Not all feedback is constructive, however. We need to ensure we're getting actionable, thoughtful critiques. How do we ask for that kind of feedback? Cindy shares five strategic moves with us: 1. Be crystal clear in our requests, 2. Ask specific questions, 3. Make it as safe as possible for others to tell us the truth, 4. Listen without defensiveness, and 5. Act on what we learn. She also identifies seven common pitfalls to avoid when seeking feedback. Armed with the advice and guidance Cindy offers in this episode, we can all head into work to ask for the input we need for advancement.  Resources discussed in this episode:Guide to Choosing Growth Over ComfortAstronomic AudioConfidence Collective—Contact Cindy Esliger Career Confidence Coaching: website | instagram | facebook | linkedin | email

Welcome back to Designing the Best YOU!  In today's episode you will hear about: What is the job board trap? How to start chasing and start owning your search How to tap into the hidden market …and more! Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? Are you ready to figure out the HIDDEN blocks keeping you STUCK in your career so you can advance and be all you were designed to be? JOB SEARCH MINI-SERIES VIDEOS: https://www.vennessamcconkey.com/jobsearchtips2025  ***NEWSLETTER Sign-Up: https://www.vennessamcconkey.com/vm-newsletter *** LINKEDIN: www.linkedin.com/in/vennessa-mcconkey YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX7uzqjys9TWdsskiAI_0Kw   Discounted nervous system devices to help you manage stress and burnout: Whoop (https://join.whoop.com/73B5B1) - helps optimize your sleep, performance, strain and recovery Apollo (https://share.apolloneuro.com/x/DGTAsx) - wellness device intended to help manage stress, challenging life transitions, and to promote a healthy lifestyle #jobsearch #burnout #jobboards #careercoach #jobseeker #leadership #careertransition  

Hey Ripplers! Steve Harper here, and I've got an episode for you today that I guarantee will leave a mark. This conversation isn't just another podcast about career tips. It's personal. I'm joined by Madeleine York, someone I've known for over 30 years and someone who unknowingly shaped the way I think about business, relationships, and customer service. What started as a simple printer sale back in the day turned into a lifelong friendship with one of the sharpest minds in career coaching and interview preparation. Madeleine York has worked in the Career Transition industry for over 25 years. She has a unique ability to connect with all clients, enabling them to achieve success in reaching their goals. She is not a process consultant, but rather someone who addresses the totality of the individual's needs, creating a one-on-one relationship. Madeleine is an accredited practitioner for Insights Discovery and has used MBTI, Edwards, and 16PF assessments in her work. She has co-authored a book on transition with Norman York, titled “Using Your Inner Power to Find Meaningful Work.” She has developed numerous workshops devoted to team development and goal setting. Madeleine is a graduate of the University of Texas-Arlington. Madeleine shares how she went from being laid off to becoming a sought-after expert in career development, helping professionals at all levels take control of their paths. We talk about what truly goes into preparing for an interview, how to rebuild your confidence after a job loss, and why simply being honest and authentic can be your biggest advantage. Madeleine has a powerful way of helping people understand how to talk about their experience and avoid the traps that sink so many interviews, such as rambling, oversharing, or trying to sound too perfect. This conversation is packed with wisdom and practical takeaways, making it perfect for individuals currently in a job search or planning a career pivot. Madeleine's no-nonsense approach is grounded in decades of experience, and her ability to help people prepare for interviews is unparalleled. If you've ever struggled to answer “Tell me about yourself,” or you want to feel more confident walking into your next opportunity, stay and listen until the end! I hope you'll take the time to listen, reflect, and maybe even reach out to Madeleine. She's not only one of the most talented professionals I know, but she's also one of the kindest. Thanks for tuning in to The Ripple Effect Podcast. If you found value in this episode, please like, subscribe, leave a comment, and share this with a friend. You never know who might need to hear what Madeleine has to say today. Ripple On!!!   Ripple with Madeleine York LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/yorkcareerdevelopment Email: myork@yorkinc.com   Ripple with Steve Harper Instagram: http://instagram.com/rippleon Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rippleon X: https://twitter.com/rippleon Website: http://www.ripplecentral.com Stay in the loop by being a part of the Ripple mail list: https://ripplecentral.com/subscribe  Join our ever-growing community of Ripplers in The Pond: https://ripplecentral.com/pond   #careercoaching #interviewtips #careertransition #rippleeffectpodcast #jobinterviewpreparation #careerdevelopment #madeleineyork #steveharper #authenticcommunication #confidenceininterviews #outplacementsupport #jobsearchstrategy #reinventyourcareer

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In this debut episode, I, Emily Liou, Certified Misalignment Burnout Coach, explain my soul purpose and mission to evolve from a known job search coach to a Misalignment Burnout coach. Listen in as I delve into why I'm so freaking excited to share how you can cultivate your own joyful life.For the past 6+ years, I've been helping people land their dream jobs without applying online. I've made a name for myself as a “LinkedIn Top 10 Voice” to follow in job search and career, and I'm recognized for having one of the top career-coaching programs. But, as you'll learn in this episode, we are whole beings, and I've been feeling out of alignment with myself to not support your beautiful soul with everything that relates to inside and outside of your career.Together, we'll go on a journey of how you can come back to your whole self – your true authentic self, the self that loves and approves of yourself – no matter what you have on the exterior or what others say or think.********TIME STAMPS:00:00 Welcome to the Journey: Discovering Your Why00:41 Introducing Cultivate Your Joyful Life01:33 The Personal Story Behind the Podcast02:11 Transitioning from Career Coach to Life Coach03:16 The Essence of Cultivating a Joyful Life08:13 Unveiling the Wheel of Life: A Guide to Fulfillment09:46 Your First Actionable Exercise: The Wheel of Life11:47 Gratitude and Next Steps********LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Learn more & sign up for the Inner Magic waitlistFREE 33-page 9 Patterns Keeping you stuck assessment/PDF DownloadRELATED EPISODES:Ep. 003: How to Find Your Life Purpose w/ Rachel EastEp. 015: How to Pursue Your BIG DreamsEp. 025: The 9 patterns keeping you stuck from your dream life and careerLeave me a comment on our blog

In this episode of Talking Smack 415 we chat with Career Coach and Consultant, Kate Sargent @yourcareerplusone.  Kate is the founder of KJS Coaching & Consulting, where she has coached over 1,000 job seekers and helps businesses scale their people operations, and The Plus One Collective, a purpose-driven community for freelancers and consultants. She has 20 years of experience in People Ops at companies like The North Face, Method, and Allbirds.We chat about: How Kate got into coaching, built her business from scratch, and blew up by word of mouth and LinkedInLatest buzz word “fractional”- what it isThe generosity flywheel & abundance mindset (it's not just woo, it works)Salary negotiations - you always have to askNetworking reframe (and how to do it even if you're an introvert)Real talk about the job market, career coaching for recent college grads, career pivots in your mid 40s, how to use LinkedIn- and more.  Plus: we take audience questions from @hey_it'st0m, @theclassieprofessor, Abby, and a surprise text mid-recording. And Kate has a  mic-drop answer to the question she wishes people would ask her—but rarely do.And yes—somehow we end up talking about butt cheeks, which makes a bizarrely appropriate segue into my latest original song, My Bikini. Make sure you listen through to the end- we go out with it. Is it a career-limiting maneuver? We'll let you decide.Fasten your seatbelt for this fast-talking, takeaway-packed episode.  Share it with your peeps on the job hunt, in career transition, or wondering what's next.  We'd love if you rate and review so other peeps can find us too.   You can find Kate on all these links:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ksargeIG: https://www.instagram.com/yourcareerplusoneTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yourcareerplusoneFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/yourcareerplusoneYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yourcareerplusoneAnd on Slack channels - the Plus One Collective and Fractional People People Share this episode with your friends and family who love to laugh. Subscribe to Talking Smack 415 and leave us a rating and review so more peeps can find us for laughter and friendship to feed your soul!

In this episode, Cindy Esliger discusses negativity bias, the tendency we have to look for what's going wrong when we're in an environment that doesn't affirm or value our contributions. This focus on the negative isn't out of pessimism, but is a survival strategy. However, the more we allow ourselves to focus on the negative, the more it feels like the truth. Cindy examines how this happens and what it takes to change our mindset and challenge the negative patterns. Breaking free of self-limiting narratives is possible, and Cindy explains how it's done.  Negativity is rarely something we consciously choose. It's a survival technique that becomes a default way of thinking over time. The first step to breaking the pattern, therefore, is acknowledging how easy it is to focus on the negative. Cindy addresses how the habit forms and what we unconsciously do to feed it. When we understand how we're responding to negative input or a toxic environment, we can identify where the self-doubt takes root. She presents the idea of shifting the pattern of our input to reframe our mindset. Cindy's advice on breaking the cycle of negativity includes making a choice not to let our challenges be the only story we tell ourselves. By giving ourselves permission to believe that outcomes other than negative ones are possible, we start to retrain our brains to identify opportunity as well as risk. Cindy talks about the pitfalls of internalized comparison and the glorification of suffering for suffering's sake. She breaks down how these add to negative bias and work against our success. Instead, she advises giving ourselves the benefit of the doubt so can alter our own mindset and outlook.  Resources discussed in this episode:Guide to Breaking Free from the Negativity LoopAstronomic AudioConfidence Collective—Contact Cindy Esliger Career Confidence Coaching: website | instagram | facebook | linkedin | email

Deborah, Sophee's mother, "is in her own world and she's happy there and I come in and out of that world and that's ok," continues Payne who's never felt that she's had to live near  to her parents.  Payne is comfortable saying, "I care for them deeply, I just feel that closeness to them is not a priority."  A Florida native, now living in Vancouver, CA,  Sophee is happily ensconced in her full time career, helping other's fulfill their dreams.After six years, getting straight A's and doing all that she was 'supposed to do,'  completing her bachelors degree and getting a Master's Degree in Industrial Design, she realized that she wasn't happy. My guest loved the design work but really missed the one one one interaction with people. After watching her mother struggle in an attempt  to start her own business and fail, Sophee felt so much 'self doubt' that she never thought she'd be capable of  starting her own.  Again, interesting dynamics between the two women often got in the way. Payne feels that her mom likes having people around so they can do things for her that she doesn't necessarily like to do. "She demands a lot from the people closest to her," admits Sophee. "I think of her as a sun, even from a distance I can feel this warmth, she gives direction, but at the same time, the closer you get the more uncomfortably warm you get  and also the more you're kind of forced to evolve around her," reflects Payne.Sophee is comfortable saying what works for her now regarding her relationship with her mom.  It's about "showing my mom compassion, compassion with boundaries." WEBSITE: BEST LIFE COACH COLLECTIVEhttps://bestlifecoachcollective.com/coach/sophee-payne/ WEBSITE:https://www.sopheepayne.com/Hi, I'm sophee.connect with me hereI'm an ICF-accredited, international career coach based in Vancouver, Canada and Seattle who uses positive psychology, ontology, and strength-based analysis to help people identify what they are looking for — and how to find long-term happiness, growth and fulfillment in their professional and personal lives.I have worked with people from Seattle to Shanghai, and my international career counseling practice is multidisciplinary and champions people of all backgrounds. It doesn't matter who you are because if you're willing to do the work, career counseling will give you the career of your dreams.Want to connect? Apply for a complimentary 25-minute intro call! Discover Morehttps://www.instagram.com/sopheepaynecareercoaching/https://www.sopheepayne.com/bloghttps://www.tiktok.com/@purposewithmoney "Should Have Listened To My Mother" is an ongoing conversation about mothers/female role models and the roles they play in our lives. Jackie's guests are open and honest and answer the question, are you who you are today because of, or in spite of, your mother and so much more. You'll be amazed at what the responses are.Gina Kunadian wrote this 5 Star review on Apple Podcast:SHLTMM TESTIMONIAL GINA KUNADIAN JUNE 18, 2024“A Heartfelt and Insightful Exploration of Maternal Love”Jackie Tantillo's “Should Have Listened To My Mother” Podcast is a treasure and it's clear why it's a 2023 People's Choice Podcast Award Nominee. This show delves into the profound impact mother and maternal role models have on our lives through personal stories and reflections.Each episode offers a chance to learn how different individuals have been shaped by their mothers' actions and words. Jackie skillfully guides these conversations, revealing why guests with similar backgrounds have forged different paths.This podcast is a collection of timeless stories that highlight the powerful role of maternal figures in our society. Whether your mother influenced you positively or you thrived despite challenges, this show resonates deeply.I highly recommend “Should Have Listened To My Mother” Podcast for its insightful, heartfelt and enriching content.Gina Kunadian"Should Have Listened To My Mother" would not be possible without the generosity, sincerity and insight from my guests. In 2018/2019, in getting ready to launch my podcast, so many were willing to give their time and share their personal stories of their relationship with their mother, for better or worse and what they learned from that maternal relationship. Some of my guests include Nationally and Internationally recognized authors, Journalists, Columbia University Professors, Health Practitioners, Scientists, Artists, Attorneys, Baritone Singer, Pulitzer Prize Winning Journalist, Activists, Freighter Sea Captain, Film Production Manager, Professor of Writing Montclair State University, Attorney and family advocate @CUNY Law; NYC First Responder/NYC Firefighter, Child and Adult Special Needs Activist, Property Manager, Chefs, Self Help Advocates, therapists and so many more talented and insightful women and men.Jackie has worked in the broadcasting industry for over four decades. She has interviewed many fascinating people including musicians, celebrities, authors, activists, entrepreneurs, politicians and more.A big thank you goes to Ricky Soto, NYC based Graphic Designer, who created the logo for "Should Have Listened To My Mother".Check out our website for more background information: https://www.jackietantillo.com/Or more demos of what's to come at https://soundcloud.com/jackie-tantilloLink to website and show notes: https://shltmm.simplecast.com/Or Find SHLTMM Website here: https://shltmm.simplecast.com/Listen wherever you find podcasts: https://www.facebook.com/ShouldHaveListenedToMyMotherhttps://www.facebook.com/jackietantilloInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/shouldhavelistenedtomymother/https://www.instagram.com/jackietantillo7/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackie-tantillo/YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@ShouldHaveListenedToMyMother

Want to learn more about macro social work jobs? Grab my free e-course, where I break down job titles, salary ranges, and employers hiring macro social workers right now. Here is the link: macroandpaid.comRegister for my upcoming live webinar at: macroandpaid.com----What type of macro social work do you want to do?If you've been telling yourself you want to “do policy” or “get into advocacy” but can't really explain what that means, this video is for you.In this live conversation, I'm breaking down what's actually holding so many social workers back from getting aligned macro social work jobs.And it's not your degree or your experience.It's a lack of career clarity.Here's what I talked about:✔ Why saying “I want a macro social work job” isn't enough.✔ What occupational vagueness is and how it keeps social workers stuck in case management.✔ A real client story: from 20+ years as a school social worker to a macro job in immigrant integration research.✔ The 3 reasons clarity must come before your résumé, cover letter, or job search.✔ How to test your own clarity with one simple (and powerful) exercise.✔ Why spamming job boards is a symptom, not a strategy.Take the first step if you're in a case management job you never meant to stay in and are unsure how to pivot to macro social work.Attend my upcoming live webinar:“How You're Already Qualified to Get a Macro Social Work Job.”I'll teach you the top 5 experiences that qualify you for macro social work roles, even if all you have done is case management.You'll see real job descriptions, learn how macro social work employers talk about the work, and walk away knowing your current experience that qualifies you for the macro jobs you want.The link to register is in the bio @the_mswcoach and macroandpaid.comHappy macro career planning,Marthea Pitts, MSW

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Dr. Farrah Laurent. A former emergency room nurse turned entrepreneur and career coach, shares her journey from bedside care to building a six-figure business helping new nurses land high-paying jobs and launch their own ventures. The conversation explores nursing as a lucrative and flexible career path, the importance of mindset, and the power of personal branding.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Dr. Farrah Laurent. A former emergency room nurse turned entrepreneur and career coach, shares her journey from bedside care to building a six-figure business helping new nurses land high-paying jobs and launch their own ventures. The conversation explores nursing as a lucrative and flexible career path, the importance of mindset, and the power of personal branding.

You can text us here with any comments, questions, or thoughts!As summer approaches, it's the perfect time to reflect on our career goals and the boundaries we need to set to achieve them. However, in the fast-paced world of academia, it's easy to feel overwhelmed by the constant demands of work and personal life. Through enlightening observations, Kemi highlights the importance of articulating and maintaining boundaries to protect our time and energy for meaningful work. She also addresses the cultural kryptonite that makes it difficult for many of us to assert our needs and prioritize our passions.  Tune in for insights and strategies to reclaim your time. If you'd like to learn more foundational career navigation concepts for women of color in academic medicine and public health, sign up for our KD Coaching Foundations Series: www.kemidoll.com/foundations.  REMINDER: Your Unapologetic Career Podcast now releases episode every other week! Can't wait that long? Be sure you are signed up for our newsletter (above) where there are NEW issues every month! 

What if you could have a world-class career coach in your pocket available 24/7, endlessly patient, and shockingly insightful? In this episode with Dr. Bray, he explores how tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity transform how we navigate careers from writing resumes and preparing for interviews to plotting promotions and managing toxic coworkers. Whether you're just starting out, pivoting mid-career, or climbing the executive ladder, this episode shows you how AI can become your smartest (and cheapest) ally. Dr. Bray breaks down 7 powerful ways to use AI for career clarity, job search strategy, salary negotiations, leadership growth, and even workplace dilemmas with real prompts you can try today. Want to stand out in your next job application? Struggling with imposter syndrome or career uncertainty? Need help crafting that perfect LinkedIn summary? Curious how AI can help you grow as a leader? This is your episode. The best part? You don't have to be tech-savvy to start. You just need curiosity and a willingness to try something new. QUOTES BY DR. BRAY "Establishing yourself as a thought leader always makes you appear as a leader. It opens new doors to new opportunities." "If something is on your mind for more than an hour, it's time to take action and fix it."  

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Dr. Farrah Laurent. A former emergency room nurse turned entrepreneur and career coach, shares her journey from bedside care to building a six-figure business helping new nurses land high-paying jobs and launch their own ventures. The conversation explores nursing as a lucrative and flexible career path, the importance of mindset, and the power of personal branding.

Welcome back to Designing the Best YOU!  In today's episode you will hear about: How to lead with clarity, not your title How to tell stories and own the room, using a very specific method What your presence SHOULD look like if you want to win …and more! Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? Are you ready to figure out the HIDDEN blocks keeping you STUCK in your career so you can advance and be all you were designed to be? BOOK FREE a CALL: https://calendly.com/vmc-health-career   ***NEWSLETTER Sign-Up: https://www.vennessamcconkey.com/vm-newsletter ***   LINKEDIN: www.linkedin.com/in/vennessa-mcconkey YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX7uzqjys9TWdsskiAI_0Kw    Discounted nervous system devices to help you manage stress and burnout: Whoop (https://join.whoop.com/73B5B1) - helps optimize your sleep, performance, strain and recovery Apollo (https://share.apolloneuro.com/x/DGTAsx) - wellness device intended to help manage stress, challenging life transitions, and to promote a healthy lifestyle #jobsearch #burnout #burnoutrecovery #careercoach #jobseeker #leadership #careertransition  

For the past year, Alexandra Samuel has been working with an AI career coach that she says has unlocked new levels of creativity, dreams and career progress. But the model has also taken many hours and a lot of patience to train. The contributing writer joins host Ariana Aspuru to discuss what you need to know before testing out an AI coach.  Further reading:  Meet My Favorite Shopping Companion Ever: AI  Sign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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You can text us here with any comments, questions, or thoughts!Looking for ways to diversify your research funding? Check out this week's episode where Kemi discuss how to get creative with non-NIH funding! Tailored especially for women of color in academic medicine and public health, Kemi shares her insights on the structural differences between NIH and other funding entities, emphasizing the need for adaptability in grant writing. Episode Highlights: Structural Differences between NIH vs. Other Funding Sources The Importance of Diversifying Your Funding Portfolio Writing for Non-NIH Applications: Key Strategies The Role of Theoretical Frameworks in Grant Writing Building Your Confidence and Passion for Your Work This episode is not just about securing grants; it's about reclaiming your narrative and empowering yourself to thrive in an evolving academic landscape. Tune in to gain insights that could transform your research career. If you'd like to learn more foundational career navigation concepts for women of color in academic medicine and public health, sign up for our KD Coaching Foundations Series: www.kemidoll.com/foundations.  REMINDER: Your Unapologetic Career Podcast now releases episode every other week! Can't wait that long? Be sure you are signed up for our newsletter (above) where there are NEW issues every month!