Podcasts about career coach

     When professional stagnation is in play and you feel you're trapped, remember all hope is not lost when you have God on your side.** Learn to demonstrate a high degree of self-direction and executive function **Remember: With Jesus as your guiding light, the sunshine is always bright.Considering an AI Coach?Then consider Solomon – How Solomon Differs from the Competition? –See Stoicmatchmaker.comThen Ask Yourself, “Who do I want training my mind?”Lori Stith, Founder & CEO, The Stoicess® Philosophy Leadership Coach ™Christian Leadership, Career, & Life Coach Stoic Matchmaker, LLC Proud supporter of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital  

Please meet Cynthia Pong. She came to me by way of super-connector and personal board director an occasional SVU actor, Sarah Storm. Cynthia Pong packs a lot of punch. A one time public defender turned career coach / founder of Embrace Change. We have a wide-ranging conversation about the disadvantages women, and especially women of color, face in the workplace . We also talk about starting your own business and the elusive topic of helping people answer the question “What Do You Want.”Watch full episode on YouTube. Get full access to WORK at erikaayersbadan.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, Cindy Esliger explores why answering the question ‘how are you?' with the knee-jerk answer of ‘fine' is holding us back. It's a reflex to deflect attention away from ourselves, but there's a hidden cost that keeps us invisible. Cindy lays out why learning to answer honestly can transform not just our relationships but our professional opportunities. She guides us through how to speak up, track our own progress without comparison, and build stronger connections for visibility and recognition.Deflecting attention from ourselves by answering ‘fine' opens us up to the listener role in which we hide ourselves and take on whatever others want to say. That unconsciously tells others that our contributions don't warrant recognition, and over time, it limits our careers. How do we know if this is happening to us? Cindy outlines three things to watch for: 1. We're always in the listener role, 2. Our colleagues never reciprocate curiosity and can't be bothered to ask ‘what about you?', and 3. Balancing privacy with openness.How do we learn to open up while still protecting our personal lives, then? Cindy has three practical strategies to try: 1. Share small, intentional pieces of ourselves, 2. Test the waters, and 3. Use curiosity as a two-way street. Another thing that keeps us from deserved recognition is only ever asking others how we're doing and not measuring our progress on our own. We need to build our own honest scorecard so that our sense of worth is not at the discretion of others. Cindy shares how answering honestly and learning not to deflect attention away from ourselves will create the confidence and visibility we need to move forward.Resources discussed in this episode:Guide to Answering HonestlyAstronomic AudioConfidence Collective—Contact Cindy Esliger Career Confidence Coaching: website | instagram | facebook | linkedin | email Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Founder and CEO of Jennifer Nash Coaching & Consulting, Jennifer Nash, PhD, MBA, PCC is an executive advisor, leadership development consultant and author who helps Fortune 50 organizations prioritize people to power performance.Jennifer earned her MBA from the University of Michigan and her PhD from Case Western Reserve University. She taught over 700 rising leaders at Deloitte University and is a research fellow at the Weatherhead School of Business. She serves as an Executive, Leadership, and Career Coach at the University of Michigan and is a fellow at the Harvard/McLean Institute of Coaching.Dr. Nash's work is published in Harvard Business Review, LinkedIN, and select academic journals. She serves as adjunct faculty at the University of Michigan and has presented her groundbreaking leadership and coaching research at Harvard University and Columbia University. Jennifer is the bestselling author of the award winning leadership book Be Human, Lead Human.Free Leadership Assessment: Human Leader IndexBook: Be Human, Lead HumanDr. Jennifer Nash: drjennifernash.com.Sponsors: Become a Guest on Master Leadership Podcast: Book HereAgency Sponsorships: Book GuestsMaster Your Podcast Course: MasterYourSwagFree Coaching Session: Master Leadership 360 CoachingSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/masterleadership. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stu Bradley, CFA, CFP — Wealth Advisor at Hightower St. Louis — joins Scarce Assets to explore how bitcoin fits into modern portfolio design, the illusion of market “cycles,” and why peace of mind matters more than price charts.With decades of experience across HSBC, UBS, Vision Capital, and now Hightower, Stu brings a global investor's perspective on inflation, fiscal dominance, and the future of wealth management in a K-shaped economy.This episode cuts through the hype to reveal how advisors are quietly rethinking sound money, digital assets, and intergenerational planning — all while clients question the meaning of risk, time, and value in a rapidly changing financial system.Stu Bradley on LinkedIn // Hightower Wealth Advisors // Stu's Presentation, Understanding Bitcoin // ⁠Connect with Onramp⁠⁠ // ⁠⁠Onramp Institutional⁠⁠ // ⁠⁠Jackson Mikalic on X⁠WHAT WE COVER:- From HSBC and UBS to Hightower: a career across global markets- How a $20 smoothie became the “wake-up call” on inflation- Why Bitcoin represents optionality, not speculation- Fiscal dominance, QT's end, and the K-shaped economy- The psychological side of wealth: why “peace of mind” beats alpha- How advisors are integrating BTC exposure through ETFs & custodial platforms- The coming wealth transfer and how next-gen clients will reshape the advisory modelKEY INSIGHTS DISCUSSED:- Expectations = suffering — and 2025 proved it- Bitcoin is entering its “IPO moment” as long-term holders distribute- Fiscal dominance and policy inertia make inflation a structural feature, not a bug- The top 10 mega-cap stocks now represent 75% of U.S. GDP — a concentration risk hiding in plain sight- Owning a small allocation of the most tamper-resistant asset in history may be the best form of risk management- The future of advice: meeting clients where they are, not where the market says they should beSTU'S THESIS: “Bitcoin isn't about getting rich — it's about staying solvent. When money itself is changing, optionality becomes the ultimate form of wealth.”WHO IS STU BRADLEY?- Wealth Advisor — Hightower St. Louis (managing $1.6B for 400+ families)- Former Institutional Investor — HSBC, UBS, Vision Capital Advisors- CFA & CFP Charterholder — Bridging traditional finance with digital assets- Career Coach & Educator — Founder, J. Stuart Bradley Consulting- Advocate for sound money, long-term stewardship, and client-first financial planningCHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro & Stu's Background03:00 - From Wall Street to Hightower06:00 - The $20 Smoothie & the Inflation Epiphany10:30 - Bitcoin as Stewardship, Not Speculation15:00 - Longevity Risk & Portfolio Construction21:00 - Peace of Mind Over Price Action27:00 - How Advisors Discuss Bitcoin with Clients33:00 - 2025: No Blow-Off Top, No Problem38:00 - Fiscal Dominance & QT's End44:00 - The K-Shaped Economy Explained50:00 - Inflation, Inequality, and the Role of Scarce Assets56:00 - The Great Wealth Transfer01:00:00 - Preparing for the Future of Advice01:03:00 - Outro & ResourcesScarce Assets: a biweekly podcast presented by Onramp which delves into the emergent role of bitcoin in finance professionals' strategies and outlooks. Hosted by Jackson Mikalic, Scarce Assets provides invaluable insights for wealth managers aiming to outperform their peers in the decades ahead. Finance professionals everywhere know about stocks and bonds, but the macroeconomic outlook requires that serious investors pay close attention to another category: Scarce Assets.Please subscribe to Onramp Media channels and sign up for weekly Research & Analysis to get access to the best content in the ecosystem weekly.

If there were one word that exemplifies the unwavering faith of God-fearing leaders, what would it be? I suggest “Steadfastness”. ** Learn to demonstrate a high degree of self-direction and executive function **Remember: With Jesus as your guiding light, the sunshine is always bright.READY to Invest in Your Future?Request a Consultation:Dial: “1-833-My Stoicess” (1-833-697-8642) to schedule an “At My Expense” initial No-Obligation meeting. *I'll send you my Workbook “4 Months to Career Wisdom and Understanding” (At My Expense Also) as an Amazon Kindle e-book (a $9.95 value ) following our meeting.*TELEPHONE HOURS: Monday – Thursday 10am to 4pm (EST) Evening and weekend appointments available.Lori Stith, Founder & CEO, The Stoicess® Philosophy Leadership Coach ™ Christian Leadership, Career, & Life Coach Stoic Matchmaker, LLC Proud supporter of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital 

Welcome to today's ICYMI, where we kick off the week with a quick game-changing tip from one of our guests that you might have missed. Have you been debating whether to quit your job or stick it out? In this uncertain job market and economic volatility, it's hard to know what to do, so we're throwing it back to this helpful advice from Emily The Recruiter, plus her insights on how to handle back-to-office mandates if you've been working remote.Emily Durham—aka Emily the Recruiter—is a career coach, content creator, and host of the Clock In Podcast. With millions of views across TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, Emily is known for her no-BS advice on how to land your dream job and deal with workplace dynamics like a boss.Listen to the full episode with Emily The Recruiter here.Tune in every Monday for an expert dose of life advice in under 10 minutes.Check out our first episode with Emily here.Follow Emily on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.  Sign up for our monthly adulting newsletter:teachmehowtoadult.ca/newsletter Follow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultmedia@gillian.bernerFollow on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadultSubscribe on YouTube

What do you do when the career path you've been on since university no longer feels right?In this episode, I'm joined by Kate Greenwood, who shares her incredibly honest journey from a traditional career in family law to a leadership role in legal tech and innovation.Kate talks about the reality of stepping away from a clearly defined path, including the identity shift that comes with saying “I'm not sure this is for me anymore.” She also shares how she repurposed her deep knowledge of family law without starting again from scratch, and how that opened the door to a completely new, fulfilling chapter in her career.Today, Kate is leading the integration of AI and technology within her firm, showing what's possible when you stay curious, have courageous conversations, and recognise the value of your transferable skills.We also dig into:What it really looks like to pivot your career inside your organisationHow technology is reshaping the legal professionThe importance of open dialogue with managers and leadersWhy your skills and experience are far more adaptable than you thinkIf you're feeling stuck on your current path or wondering what else might be possible for you, this conversation is a brilliant place to start.Your host, Emma Graham, Career Coach and ex-recruiter, is here to help you with:

In this podcast, Michelle Guide you through a short exercise to identify their top 2-3 core leadership values.Knowing your values is the foundation of authentic leadership. what do you feel in your “peak” moments?what's missing in your “pit” moments?We do a deep dive on this inside the program to ensure your leadership style is uniquely yours. Sign up to get access to the program first…https://calendly.com/michelle-braveheartcoach/15min

Welcome Back to the "I won't keep quiet" series! Career Coach, Crystal Williams, discussed the importance of maintaining "momentum" through consistent effort, sharing a "mindset hack" and encouraging attendees to overcome the "enemy's dares" by holding fast to scriptural truths and God's promises. Crystal Williams concluded the call with a prayer for the attendees' work week, asking for holy boldness, protection, and supernatural healing, and referenced various scriptures including Deuteronomy 31:8, Romans 8:16-17, and Hebrews 12:2 to support her message. Need accountability and community in your professional career journey?? Click the link https://careerchasersclub.com/ to learn more and join my global professional development community, Career Chasers! Join the #CareerDailyBread text message list by texting the word BREAD to (201) 357-3218 When you join you will receive uplifting messages that will elevate your work week! ***Download the Peculiar Career Chit Chat playlist on Apple Music: https://apple.co/3DoUwHN P.S. If you have any prayer requests simply send them to crystal@theyoubrandacademy.com Need help elevating to the next level in your career journey??? Simply book a complimentary consultation: http://bit.ly/elevatemycareer Additionally, follow Crystal on social media: YouTube:https://youtube.com/@theyoubrandacademy?si=od0A3g5qXyVApVu5, FB-The YOU Brand Academy, LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/crystalclearcareercoaching/ ; TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@_dopecareercoach?_r=1&_t=ZT-911A8776ZsE

Welcome Back to the "I won't keep quiet" series!  Career Coach, Crystal Williams, began the session with worship and prayer, then introduced a new musical opening for the career prosperity prayer call to encourage listeners to pursue their purpose without seeking permission. Crystal Williams announced that November is National Career Development Month, continuing the "We Will Not Keep Quiet" series, and shared several strategies for career growth, including creating one's own stage, focusing on the "audience of one" (God), shifting one's mindset to leave the comfort zone, and countering facts with faith. Crystal Williams concluded with a prayer for "holy boldness" and the belief in career abundance and acceleration, and then announced the release of a new course, *Career Acceleration Secrets Disclosed*, to help participants elevate their mindset, which was identified as the number one career asset. Need accountability and community in your professional career journey?? Click the link https://careerchasersclub.com/ to learn more and join my global professional development community, Career Chasers! Join the #CareerDailyBread text message list by texting the word BREAD to (201) 357-3218 When you join you will receive uplifting messages that will elevate your work week! ***Download the Peculiar Career Chit Chat playlist on Apple Music: https://apple.co/3DoUwHN P.S. If you have any prayer requests simply send them to crystal@theyoubrandacademy.com Need help elevating to the next level in your career journey??? Simply book a complimentary consultation: http://bit.ly/elevatemycareer Additionally, follow Crystal on social media: YouTube:https://youtube.com/@theyoubrandacademy?si=od0A3g5qXyVApVu5, FB-The YOU Brand Academy, LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/crystalclearcareercoaching/ ; TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@_dopecareercoach?_r=1&_t=ZT-911A8776ZsE

Welcome Back to the "I won't keep quiet" series! Career Coach, Crystal Williams, opened up by celebrating National Career Development Month with the theme "Futureproof Your Career: Accelerate through Uncertainty," and highlighted the "I Won't Keep Quiet" series, which focuses on sharing testimonies about God's goodness and aligns with the scripture Esther 4:14, noting that a period of isolation for spiritual preparation and renewal has an expiration date, requiring them to "come out from the background." Crystal Williams asserted that true transformation is required to recognize oneself as more than a conqueror, emphasizing that "no negotiating with God" exists in the call to action, offering scriptures such as Psalms 23:1 and Romans 8:37 for biblical affirmation. Need accountability and community in your professional career journey?? Click the link https://careerchasersclub.com/ to learn more and join my global professional development community, Career Chasers! Join the #CareerDailyBread text message list by texting the word BREAD to (201) 357-3218 When you join you will receive uplifting messages that will elevate your work week! ***Download the Peculiar Career Chit Chat playlist on Apple Music: https://apple.co/3DoUwHN P.S. If you have any prayer requests simply send them to crystal@theyoubrandacademy.com Need help elevating to the next level in your career journey??? Simply book a complimentary consultation: http://bit.ly/elevatemycareer Additionally, follow Crystal on social media: YouTube:https://youtube.com/@theyoubrandacademy?si=od0A3g5qXyVApVu5, FB-The YOU Brand Academy, LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/crystalclearcareercoaching/ ; TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@_dopecareercoach?_r=1&_t=ZT-911A8776ZsE

In this episode, Cindy Esliger talks about the necessity of learning how to collaborate effectively with coworkers. We need to learn how agreeable we need to be in the workplace and understand how to adjust that for circumstances: turning it up to build social capital or down to establish boundaries. When difficult personalities cross the line, Cindy advises us on how to stay professional and reset boundaries. There will always be people we need to work with; this episode establishes how to do that smoothly.People comprise parts of our team, our department, or client structure. We need to work with them professionally while also maintaining our sanity. The complexity of interpersonal relationships can make this tricky, but Cindy offers some tips on how to establish goodwill with deliberate small moves. This signals partnership without adding too much to our workloads. In the case of truly difficult coworkers, Cindy discusses maintaining professionalism without being a doormat or burning bridges in anger.What kind of agreeableness suits the moment? We want to avoid the two extremes of being a people pleaser or an antagonist. Firm boundaries can help us stop the self-betrayal of people pleasing and taking on more work than we have time for. Professional pushback is not defiance, but a realistic assessment of what can truly be done in a situation. Cindy's advice is to avoid indulging in revenge fantasies and de-escalate emotional situations with body adjustments, slow breaths, and achieving calm before choosing a professional action to take. Learning to work with people is often about self-regulation and quiet confidence as we navigate how agreeable to be.Resources discussed in this episode:Guide to Working with Coworkers You Didn't ChooseAstronomic AudioConfidence Collective“Managing Up” by Melody Wilding—Contact Cindy Esliger Career Confidence Coaching: website | instagram | facebook | linkedin | email Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, we interviewed Ken Sher, who is an Executive Coach, Career Coach, Keynote Speaker, and, most recently, an author. Ken spent more than 25 years at Johnson & Johnson in leadership roles across Sales, Marketing, Recruiting, Training, and Leadership Development. Through his experience, Ken has seen that technical skills alone don't make leaders successful. The best leaders are compassionate, authentic, and know how to build strong, trusting relationships that help teams thrive. He brings these lessons to life in his book, What's TRUST Got to Do with It? Transforming Leadership, Culture, and the Job Search, where he shows how trust becomes the foundation for meaningful relationships and how those relationships drive results.  

From being laid off to spinning your wheels in a position with no momentum, getting to the next step in your career can take a lot of energy. And resources, too, if you decide to hire a career coach. This week's guest has been focused on building a learning culture wherever she goes, and as the Senior Director of Leadership Development at Udemy, Rebecca Stern has applicable ideas on how to use AI as a thought partner to assist you in achieving your goals.This episode covers how human coaching can be inaccessible and how AI models can serve the same purpose, from identifying and contextualizing your career strengths and areas for improvement to facilitating learning through small experiments or tests of a new skill. Turning the page to the next chapter in your career will take a bit of planning. This episode will leave you with small, actionable steps to regain your confidence and find the motivation within. Follow Leading Up: The Work Shift on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen. New episodes drop Tuesdays.  ⁠Subscribe to our Substack ⁠. If you're trying to skill up, head to Udemy.com  Use code SHIFT25 for 20 percent off your first month on Udemy and turn today's inspiration into actual progress.  Find out more about Leading Up: The Work Shift at business.udemy.com/leading-up-podcast  Production by Pod People 

Welcome to the Financial Freedom & Wealth Trailblazers Podcast! In today's episode, we're helping you land your dream job.A Trainer, Technical Writer, and Career Coach based in New York, Christine is the founder of IntervuPrep and creator of the Interview Training Bootcamp. With a background in education and a passion for helping others succeed, she teaches job seekers how to tell their stories with confidence, navigate the job search with strategy, and ace their interviews with authenticity.Connect with Christine Here: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61580926739189Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/intervuprep/Website: https://www.intervuprep.org/Grab the freebie here: Coupon Code: FALL20===================================If you enjoyed this episode, remember to hit the like button and subscribe. Then share this episode with your friends.Thanks for watching the Financial Freedom & Wealth  Trailblazers Podcast. This podcast is part of the Digital Trailblazer family of podcasts. To learn more about Digital Trailblazer and what we do to help entrepreneurs, go to DigitalTrailblazer.com.Are you a coach, consultant, expert, or online course creator? Then we'd love to invite you to our FREE Facebook Group where you can learn the best strategies to land more high-ticket clients and customers. QUICK LINKS: APPLY TO BE FEATURED: https://app.digitaltrailblazer.com/podcast-guest-applicationDIGITAL TRAILBLAZER: https://digitaltrailblazer.com/

Having difficulty in striking the perfect balance between productivity and compassion with your employees? Then seek God's guidance to find balance.** Learn to Practice advanced self-regulation and motivation **Remember: With Jesus as your guiding light, the sunshine is always bright.READY to Invest in Your Future? Request a Consultation:Dial: “1-833-My Stoicess” (1-833-697-8642) to schedule an “At My Expense” initial No-Obligation meeting. *I'll send you my Workbook “4 Months to Career Wisdom and Understanding” (At My Expense Also) as an Amazon Kindle e-book (a $9.95 value ) following our meeting.*TELEPHONE HOURS: Monday – Thursday 10am to 4pm (EST) Evening and weekend appointments available.Lori Stith, Founder & CEO, The Stoicess® Philosophy Leadership Coach ™ Christian Leadership, Career, & Life Coach Stoic Matchmaker, LLC Proud supporter of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital 

In this podcast, Michelle shares how to navigate difficult personalities and build influence with integrity, without losing yourself.Reframe "office politics" as "stakeholder management." and discover strategies for dealing with difficult personalities, narcissists, and undermining peers You don't have to navigate this alone. https://calendly.com/michelle-braveheartcoach/15min

In this episode, Cindy Esliger addresses emotional numbness: that lack of joy and quiet disconnection from the person we once were. It often begins as a way to cope with deadlines, expectations, and the constant pressure to prove ourselves. Then staying busy becomes an acceptable way to avoid feeling our feelings. We're polished on the outside, numb on the inside. How exactly does it show up, and why are high-achieving women especially prone to it? Cindy explores the origins of this numbness and what it means for our futures when feeling nothing starts to feel normal.     When we arrive at emotional numbness, everything just feels flat. Nothing shakes us out of the emotional flatlining: not the hobbies we love or even the vacation we've been planning. It's like we decided just to function and remove feelinCindy Esliger, career coach, sabotage, success, career coaching, career journey, emotional numbness, high-achieving women, coping mechanisms, career burnout, emotional disconnection, female leadership, emotional intelligence, workplace stress, mental health at work, nervous system response, signs of emotional numbing, emotional literacy tips, breaking toxic productivity, boundary setting for career women, addressing emotional fatigueg from the process. We're not happy, not sad, not annoyed; we simply exist. Cindy unpacks why this happens. From not being taught how to deal with our feelings to equating strength with stoicism, there are many reasons we slip into disconnection.Cindy points out four common myths that keep us stuck in emotional numbness: 1. I shouldn't feel like this, 2. I just need to stay positive, 3. Showing emotion is a weakness, and 4. Other people make me feel this way. Pretending we're fine is not the same as being fine. The first thing Cindy points out is that we need to understand what emotions are actually for. She outlines what emotional literacy is and offers advice on how to reconnect to what we're actually feeling so we can experience our emotions, instead of burying them. Resources discussed in this episode:Guide to Feeling AgainAstronomic AudioConfidence Collective—Contact Cindy Esliger Career Confidence Coaching: website | instagram | facebook | linkedin | email Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to the Personal Development Trailblazers Podcast! In today's episode, we're helping driven women climb without the crash of burnout.Sophia Mikelionis is a Life & Career Coach who  helps ambitious women stop outsourcing their self-worth to their résumés. As the founder of Gearing Together, she supports high-achieving professionals, especially first-gen success stories and mission-driven leaders, who are ready to lead with clarity, not burnout.With 15+ years of corporate finance experience across companies like AbbVie, Kellogg, Ferrero, & Kraft, Sophia understands the pressure to stay productive, polished, and permanently “on.” She's walked that tightrope herself, with an MBA from Syracuse University, a BBA from Howard University, and a long track record in high-stakes finance and analytics roles. Today, she brings that same strategic edge to her coaching, and workshops just without the burnout.  Now, Sophia specializes in helping clients reconnect to purpose, navigate career pivots, and build boundaries that stick. Through keynotes, workshops, and private coaching, she guides professionals to redefine success in a way that honors both ambition and wholeness.Connect with Sophia Here: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GearingTogetherLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophia-mike/Website: https://www.gearingtogether.com/Grab the freebie here:https://subscribepage.io/Zg3UZQ===================================If you enjoyed this episode, remember to hit the like button and subscribe. Then share this episode with your friends.Thanks for watching the Personal Development Trailblazers Podcast. This podcast is part of the Digital Trailblazer family of podcasts. To learn more about Digital Trailblazer and what we do to help entrepreneurs, go to DigitalTrailblazer.com.Are you a coach, consultant, expert, or online course creator? Then we'd love to invite you to our FREE Facebook Group where you can learn the best strategies to land more high-ticket clients and customers. QUICK LINKS: APPLY TO BE FEATURED: https://app.digitaltrailblazer.com/podcast-guest-applicationDIGITAL TRAILBLAZER: https://digitaltrailblazer.com/

Are you having difficulty in a world where voices clamor for attention? Embracing the power of silence is the answer.** Learn to Practice advanced self-regulation and motivation **Remember: With Jesus as your guiding light, the sunshine is always bright.READY to Invest in Your Future?Request a Consultation:Dial: “1-833-My Stoicess” (1-833-697-8642) to schedule an “At My Expense” initial No-Obligation meeting. *I'll send you my Workbook “4 Months to Career Wisdom and Understanding” (At My Expense Also) as an Amazon Kindle e-book (a $9.95 value ) following our meeting.*TELEPHONE HOURS: Monday – Thursday 10am to 4pm (EST) Evening and weekend appointments available.Lori Stith, Founder & CEO, The Stoicess® Philosophy Leadership Coach ™ Christian Leadership, Career, & Life Coach Stoic Matchmaker, LLC Proud supporter of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital 

Are you an introvert wondering how to land your dream job without having to become someone you're not? In this episode of The Quiet And Strong Podcast, host David Hall is joined by career coach Kacie Bail, who specializes in helping introverts and non-native English speakers find fulfilling positions—especially in the tech industry. Whether you struggle with interviews, finding the right work environment, or figuring out how to showcase your true strengths, this conversation will guide you through practical strategies like storytelling, networking, and self-reflection so you can stand out and succeed. Discover why understanding your introversion is key to building confidence, how to prevent job search burnout, and ways to market yourself effectively for jobs that match your skills and desired lifestyle. Tune in for advice on embracing your unique strengths, preparing for interviews, and finding meaningful work that pays the bills—and be strong.Episode Link: QuietandStrong.com/249Kacie Bail is a Career Coach who helps introverts and non-native English speakers land more fulfilling jobs, primarily in the Tech Industry. Before becoming a coach, she spent years in IT consulting in the United States and Chile where she personally navigated the challenges of job searching as both an introvert and a non-native Spanish speaker. Today, she draws on those experiences to help her clients stand out and get hired through great storytelling, connection and company cultural fit.Connect with Kacie:Website | LinkedIn | Substack | Meetup | InstagramSend us a text- - -Contact the Host of the Quiet and Strong Podcast:David Hall Author, Speaker, Educator, Podcaster quietandstrong.comGobio.link/quietandstrongdavid [at] quietandstrong.com NOTE: This post may contain affiliate links. I may earn a commission if you make a purchase, at no extra cost to you. Take the FREE Personality Assessment: Typefinder Personality Assessment Follow David on your favorite social platform:Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Youtube Get David's book:Minding Your Time: Time Management, Productivity, and Success, Especially for Introverts Get Quiet & Strong Merchandise

What does authentic leadership really look like, and how do we bring more of ourselves to the way we lead?In this episode of Your Career Journey, I'm joined by Ann Pocock, founder of Kinetic Effect and former Corporate Marketing Communications Director, who shares her powerful transition from the corporate world to leadership coaching.Ann and I talk about what it means to lead with emotional intelligence and curiosity. And why self-awareness and adaptability are now essential leadership skills, not nice-to-haves.Ann shares her personal experiences with redundancy, the small but mighty “micro steps” that helped her move forward, and the lessons she's learned about building a more human approach to leadership.We also explore:✨ How to navigate the shift from corporate life to self-employment✨ Why emotionally intelligent leaders create safer, more productive workplaces✨ How to embed a strengths-based approach into your team culture✨ What it really takes to lead with authenticity and purposeIf you're reflecting on your own leadership journey, or want to bring more heart and self-awareness into how you work. Then this conversation is a great place to start, with lots of insights, practical advice and suggestions for free resources and next steps.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:20 Career Journey and Transition04:16 Facing Redundancy and Embracing Change06:32 Building a Coaching Practice10:51 Marketing and Self-Leadership18:37 Holistic Leadership and Emotional Intelligence25:01 The Intuition in Interview Processes27:30 The Impact of Rapid Organisational Change28:36 Managing Stress and Emotional Intelligence32:38 The Importance of Authentic Leadership38:24 Practical Steps for Personal Development43:28 The Journey of Continuous GrowthTo connect with Ann:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annpocock/Website: kineticeffect.co Your host, Emma Graham, Career Coach and ex-recruiter, is here to help you with:

Send us a textCareer growth doesn't have to look like a ladder to the top. We unpack what it means to build a lattice—moving sideways, going deeper, and sometimes stepping down to step forward—with practical tools you can use today. With coach and speaker Shyam Sadasivan, we challenge the labels that box us in, celebrate the “deep generalist” who has breadth with chosen depth, and replace prestige metrics with a new currency: Impact, Network, Renewal. If you've ever wondered whether it's too late to pivot or feared losing what you've built, this conversation will give you a grounded path forward.We start with identity and momentum: “I'm starting from zero, I'm not zero.” From there, Shyam shows how to separate an itch from a true direction by giving ideas time to prove their stickiness. Test-drive change through two-way doors—reversible experiments like pro bono projects and informational interviews—while managing risk like snakes and ladders: avoid big mistakes, keep your downsides small. When promotions stall, we explore how to create real progress through better conversations, adjacent roles, and richer mastery.Decision-making gets sharper with the head-heart-gut model. You'll learn simple ways to hear each voice, use premortems to anticipate failure before it happens, and wield the power of “yet” to turn fear into a learning plan. We also dig into the traps that keep people stuck—golden handcuffs, sunk cost bias, and envy—and offer a life-first prioritization: who you're with, where you live, and what you do. Expect practical micro experiments, candid stories, and book picks that balance specialist excellence with generalist range. If you're ready to redefine success on your terms, press play and tell us the one experiment you'll start this week. Subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review to help others find the show.Have you purchased the copy of Inspire Someone Today, yet - Give it a go geni.us/istbook Available on all podcast platforms, including, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Spotify

In this episode, Cindy Esliger asks ‘What if work could actually be fun?' She's talking about finding room satisfaction, creativity, and fun in our careers instead of simply viewing work as an endless, stressful grind keeping us from the weekend. When we make work more enjoyable and better suited to us, we reduce our stress, protect our spark, and perform better as well. It may sound like a radical mindset shift, but Cindy walks us through exactly how to approach it.   If all we're doing at work each week is just trying to make it to Friday, or to retirement, we're basically postponing our lives. There's more to work than just surviving it. There is room for joy to help offset the stress we're under. Cindy describes exactly what stress does to our body, a physical stress response, and our feelings, an emotional stress response, and then offers us four ways to interrupt the stress spiral before it takes over: 1. Close our eyes and reopen them slowly, 2. Yawn on purpose, 3. Move our bodies, and 4. Label what's happening. There are a hundred little ways to inject personal satisfaction or creativity into our tasks at work. Where can we find moments of joy? Cindy shares three tiny joy experiments to test what brings more lightness to our day: 1. Work with people we like, 2. Tweak a task to reflect our creativity or skills, and 3. Insert our perspective into a process. We need to find ways to better manage our stress and resent our jobs less. Cindy assures us that we are allowed to find our spark again and inject it into our careers; in fact, we should.Resources discussed in this episode:Guide to Reigniting Your SparkAstronomic AudioConfidence Collective—Contact Cindy Esliger Career Confidence Coaching: website | instagram | facebook | linkedin | email Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Have you ever reached a point in your career where you knew it was time for a change — but taking that leap felt terrifying? This week on People in Transition, we talk with Christine Gullborg, who did exactly that. She made the bold decision to leave the classroom and step into the corporate world — a risky move that ultimately paid off, though not without a few memorable (and now humorous) interview missteps along the way.Now a Trainer, Technical Writer, and Career Coach based in New York, Christine is the founder of IntervuPrep and creator of the Interview Training Bootcamp. With a background in education and a passion for helping others succeed, she teaches job seekers how to tell their stories with confidence, navigate the job search with strategy, and ace their interviews with authenticity.In this insightful conversation, Christine shares the mindset shifts and lessons that helped her turn rejection into resilience — and offers practical takeaways anyone in transition can use to land their next opportunity.Highlights from our conversation:Keep moving forward. Having experienced job loss and multiple transitions herself, Christine lives by Eric Thomas's mantra: “No excuses.” Keep going, no matter what.Consistency counts. Do something every day for your job search — even small steps build momentum.Take care of yourself. Whether it's a walk, time with family, or a quiet moment, self-care clears your mind and boosts effectiveness.Prepare and promote yourself. Practice your answers, be clear and concise, and don't be afraid to share your achievements — if you don't tell the recruiter, who will?Own your story. When asked, “Tell me about yourself,” tie your response to the company's challenges and how you can solve them.End strong. Always close your interview on a positive note and ask about next steps in the process.Christine's “homework” for listeners: Read What Color Is Your Parachute? for additional job search guidance.

In this episode, Cindy Esliger addresses what she calls ‘work albatrosses', the hidden burdens that steal our time and focus and derail our long-term goals. It's tempting to always say yes, but the more we do, the more we become an albatross. She explores how to identify the early warning signs and subtle red flags that show up before the burdens become our problems. She identifies what an energy vampire looks like and shines a light on how to avoid the work albatross, protect our energy, and realign our work with what actually fuels us.   We often take on these work albatrosses out of a sense of obligation, guilt, or fear. While they're presented as a way to demonstrate our leadership, instead, they're more like career quicksand. Cindy cautions us that in order to bring clarity to chaos, we need to get brutally honest about what's actually on our plate and what shouldn't be. What does an albatross feel like? That project that makes our anxiety surge and causes success to feel like punishment, all while siphoning off our best energy and attention. Cindy identifies four common warning signs when it comes to identifying an albatross: 1. Lack of clear ownership, 2. Avoidant behavior from others, 3. We're the only ones excited, or not, and 4. A vague sense of dread. In order to set a boundary and renegotiate our role in these situations, difficult conversations may be required. Cindy offers four tips for having a respectful conversation: 1. Get right to the point, 2. Clearly state the desired outcome, 3. Mind our tone, and 4. Keep it clear. We can control how much chaos we internalize and what burdens we shoulder. Cindy guides us through navigating overwhelm and protecting our energy at work.Resources discussed in this episode:Guide to Lightening the LoadAstronomic AudioConfidence Collective—Contact Cindy Esliger Career Confidence Coaching: website | instagram | facebook | linkedin | email Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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/⁠⁠--Why Isn't My Social Work Degree Getting Me Better Job Offers? | Career Coach for Macro Social WorkersMany social workers did everything they were told to do. They earned the degree, completed their hours, gained experience, and followed the social work degree path that was supposed to lead to stability and fulfillment. But the truth is, most were never taught how to navigate the job market itself.This is the part no one talks about. The part where you realize that having a degree doesn't automatically translate into better job offers.Because the education system that trained you doesn't prepare you for the instability of the job market. It teaches theory, not strategy. Structure, not adaptability. And now, so many social workers are left wondering what they missed.In this episode of the Macro Social Work Your Way with Marthea Pitts, MSW, I talk about what's actually happening underneath that frustration, not from a place of blame, but from experience and foresight. After listening to this episode, you'll learn why many qualified social workers struggle to find their career footing and what it really takes to reposition your experience for macro-level work that pays for your value, not just your degree(s).If you're ready to stop guessing and finally understand how to move toward macro social work jobs that fit who you are and how you want to contribute, grab my free macro social work e-course at https://macroandpaid.com/This one-of-a-kind e-course will walk you through the first steps to bridging the gap between your education and the kind of work that changes your quality of life.Happy macro career planning,Marthea Pitts, MSW

Welcome to today's ICYMI, where we kick off the week with a quick game-changing tip from one of our guests that you might have missed. Feeling stuck, overthinking every decision, or questioning your next move? I've been there. So we're throwing it back to this potent advice from my friend and coach, Sasha Patpatia.We cover Sasha's decision-making framework to help you move forward with clarity, how to overcome analysis paralysis and fear of making the “wrong” choice, and redefining success to align with your values.Sasha is a multidisciplinary artist, writer, and board-certified career and mindset coach for creatives. Sasha has helped me navigate some of my biggest pivots — from career shifts to creative roadblocks.In Sasha's words: “Our definition of success is doing what I said I would do, with clarity, focus, ease & grace.”Listen to our full episode here.Tune in every Monday for an expert dose of life advice in under 10 minutes.Follow Sasha: https://www.sashapatpatia.com/ Sign up for our monthly adulting newsletter:teachmehowtoadult.ca/newsletter Follow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultmedia@gillian.bernerFollow on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadultSubscribe on YouTube

Can we get real for a second?So many entrepreneurs are waiting to feel "ready." Waiting for the right gear, the right timing, the right confidence. But here's the thing… you'll never have enough.In this short but mighty episode, I'm sharing a powerful snippet from a past conversation with my friend Ken Coleman—also known as America's Career Coach—and whew, it's a gut check.We talk about:The myth that you need more experience, tools, or permission to start.Why being uncomfortable is part of the assignment if you're growing.The real truth about imposter syndrome (spoiler: it never goes away).And my personal “3 M's” that I lean on when the fear tries to creep in.This is a message for anyone who's sitting on a dream because they're afraid of being judged, failing publicly, or starting messy.Let me remind you: people will always have an opinion—whether you sit on the couch or start that business, whether you win or fail. So if you're going to be judged anyway, you might as well be judged while chasing your purpose.Let's normalize failing forward. Let's normalize standing up after getting knocked down—again and again. Because the people you see “winning” didn't avoid failure… they just kept getting up.The next time fear whispers, “Who are you to do this?” I want you to flip it and ask, “Who am I not to?”This episode is a short pep talk, a rally cry, and a reminder that your purpose doesn't need permission.Let's stop waiting. Let's start doing.Click play to hear all of this and:[00:36] Why we believe we need more than we actually do to start[01:19] “You'll never feel like enough”—what we must accept to grow[01:52] People will always have opinions—do it anyway[02:56] The truth about getting knocked down (and getting up again)[03:43] The 3 M's that helped me move past imposter syndrome[04:24] Why your message, your medium, and you still matter

In this episode of The Free Lawyer podcast, host Gary interviews Jessie Brown, a former attorney turned career and executive coach. Jessie shares her journey from big law to coaching, discussing her experiences with burnout and how she found balance by aligning her work with her values. The conversation explores redefining success, managing stress, and practical strategies like energy audits, mindfulness, and setting boundaries. Jesse offers insights on overcoming financial fears, reconnecting with authenticity, and prioritizing well-being, providing valuable guidance for lawyers seeking fulfillment and sustainable careers without burnout.Jessie Brown practiced law for 15 years, primarily in Big Law, before becoming a career and executive coach for lawyers. She specializes in helping attorneys navigate career decisions and transitions and learn how to succeed on their own terms without burnout. Before becoming a coach, Jessie navigated balancing a demanding career as a litigator while raising young kids. She created the balance she sought as a Senior Counsel in Big Law, while working a reduced billable hour schedule, before deciding to resign from the law to focus exclusively on coaching. Jessie also leads transformational women's retreats and is a certified meditation teacher and forest bathing guide and has a deep love for nature, reading, and spirituality. Jessie's Legal Background & Strengths Assessment (00:01:11) Transitioning Legal Practice Areas (00:04:27)Hospice Work & Mentoring Associates (00:06:25) Becoming a Career Coach (00:07:56) Recognizing and Experiencing Burnout (00:08:47) Finding Balance & Reducing Hours (00:09:53) JFinancial Fears & Career Transition Fund (00:10:50) Aligning Work with Values (00:12:28) Energy Audit & Burnout Prevention (00:13:43) Impact of Early Loss & Mortality Perspective (00:15:20) Mortality in Coaching & Future Visualization (00:16:51) Defining Success Beyond External Metrics (00:18:18) Rediscovering Authenticity (00:22:23) Mindfulness & Forest Bathing Explained (00:24:28) Practical Self-Care for Burned-Out Lawyers (00:28:04) Work-Life Balance & Boundaries (00:30:10) Creating Personal Freedom & Focus (00:32:57) Advice to Her Younger Self (00:35:15) Would you like to learn what it looks like to become a truly Free Lawyer? You can schedule a courtesy call here: https://calendly.com/garymiles-successcoach/one-one-discovery-callWould you like to learn more about Breaking Free or order your copy? https://www.garymiles.net/break-free

In this episode, Cindy Esliger challenges the mindset that the need to rest, recharge, and reset is an indulgence: it is a necessity. Constant burnout and chronic stress are not normal. We can't sustain staying in survival mode forever. So how do we recognize the signs of being on the brink of a crash? How do we break the burnout cycle? Cindy defines what we should feel like when rested and explains how to stop seeing exhaustion as a badge of honor. It's time to abandon chronic stress for a healthy reset.  Rest and reset, as defined by Cindy, is not just booking a beach vacation. It's about resetting our nervous system so we're not constantly running on fumes. And it means viewing rest not as something earned after being productive, but as a necessary function of success. She outlines three common triggers that keep us locked in survival mode: 1. Scarcity of recognition, 2. Unequal workloads, and 3. The ‘do more with less' culture.Cindy identifies five common warning signs of being forever on the brink of burnout: 1. Constant exhaustion, 2. Everything feels overwhelming 3. Emotional reactivity, 4. Joy feels like a distant concept, and 5. Forgetfulness and brain fog. Why do all those things feel normal in our lives right now? They're not. Rest is not a reward for productivity; it's a biological necessity. Cindy asks us to identify the kind of rest we need: 1. Physical rest, 2. Emotional rest, 3. Creative rest, 4. Social rest, or 5. Sensory rest. When we can identify that, we can follow her guide to restoration and reset.Resources discussed in this episode:Guide to Pressing PauseAstronomic AudioConfidence Collective—Contact Cindy Esliger Career Confidence Coaching: website | instagram | facebook | linkedin | email Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dr. Tina Flores is a Talent Acquisition Leader, Author, and Coach with over 20 years of experience in recruitment, leadership, and business strategy. She's the founder of Tina Flores Is Here, LLC, where she blends coaching and consulting to help individuals and organizations build emotionally intelligent, high-performing teams. Tina completed her Doctorate in Business Administration, is a certified PMP, and is passionate about integrating Emotional Intelligence with modern technology to create workplaces where people thrive. She's also the author of How to NOT Be THAT Coworker and host of the Here for More podcast, where she brings humor and heart to conversations about careers, leadership, and growth. Tina's Website: www.tinafloresishere.com

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/⁠⁠----Why Now Is Still the Right Time to Look for a Social Work Job (Even If Your Current Job is Stable)The job market may feel uncertain right now, but that's exactly why it's the right time to prepare.In my latest podcast episode, I share why social workers shouldn't wait for the “perfect” moment to job search, especially in the current job market.Between shifting federal funding, program eliminations, and layoffs across sectors, the safest move is often the most strategic one.In this episode you will learn how to stay ready whether you feel secure in your current social work job or are facing instability.Old job search strategies no longer work. The job market has changed and will continue to do so and only the social workers who plan ahead will be the ones who land on their feet.Happy macro career planning,Marthea Pitts, MSWKeywords:macro social work, social workers, macro social worker, social work careers, career planning, job search, VUCA job market, professional development

Bryce Batts is a dynamic business consultant, speaker, certified Career Coach, and Co-founder of Career Collective, bringing over 15 years of experience as a recruiter in the AEC industry. With a fierce commitment to empowering women, Bryce helps organizations overcome barriers to hiring by developing innovative talent acquisition strategies. Her expertise enables companies to attract and retain diverse talent, fostering a more inclusive workplace.We talk about:- The ways in which the 2008 recession and pandemic impacted hiring in architecture, with both events prompting widespread layoffs and shifts in talent retention across the AEC industry.- We also discuss some popular issues facing today's workforce. Bryce details why mid-career professionals with 8–12 years of experience are in high demand, yet hard to find and why early career staff commonly lack mentorship.- We also discuss how firms are turning to hybrid work models, satellite offices, and creative benefits to stay competitive in attracting top talent.- Bryce gives advice how listeners can optimize their LinkedIn profiles with keywords, detailed project experience, and referrals to be ready when an opportunity arises.- We end by chatting about Bryce's podcast Wine After Work and her new book The Career Architect which both shares stories and career design strategies to help AEC professionals build fulfilling, resilient careers>>>Bryce's Website: www.brycebatts.netCareer Collective Website: www.mycareercollective.comBryce on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryce-batts-recruiter/ Bryce's IG: https://www.instagram.com/brycebatts/>>>Connect with Architectette:- Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ www.architectette.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Learn more)- Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @architectette⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (See more)- Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ www.architectette.com/newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (Behind the Scenes Content)- LinkedIn:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Architectette Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Page and/or⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Caitlin Brady⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠>>>Support Architectette:- Leave us a rating and review!>>>Music by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ AlexGrohl⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ from ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pixabay⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In this episode, Cindy Esliger explores identity, not the curated professional version of ourselves, but the real and evolving true version of ourselves. We often get shaped by outdated assumptions and everything we've been praised for or paid to do, and we end up losing sight of what we actually want and who we genuinely want to become. Self-awareness is something we give lip service to but require more of to assess where we are in our careers.. Cindy offers advice on how to get curious about ourselves and realign our goals to match our values and authentic selves.  Identity is not a job title or role. That's the curated professional identity we're told to maintain for success. But who are we underneath that polish? What are our motivations, tendencies, and personality traits? Knowing who we truly are allows us to make career decisions from a place of clarity. Cindy assures us that transition is allowed to be uncomfortable. We don't need a fully developed five-year plan, just a curiosity about our true identities.Growth involves discomfort, and identity shifts don't come with an instruction manual. That's fine, we're allowed to evolve and change direction. Cindy explains the three levers of career decisions, which are maximizing income, maximizing impact, and maximizing flexibility. We're all aiming to pull the levers, but we can rarely pull all three at the same time. And that's fine. Cindy points out that we're all works in progress, requiring self-awareness to become who we want to be.Resources discussed in this episode:Guide to Becoming Who You Are Meant to BeAstronomic AudioConfidence Collective—Contact Cindy Esliger Career Confidence Coaching: website | instagram | facebook | linkedin | email Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this powerful conversation with Tim Storey, I break down the real strategies I used to transform my life and business. If you've ever felt stuck, unseen, or like your potential is being wasted, this episode is for you.I share how I overcame deep personal loss, built my confidence from scratch, and created a life of purpose by activating my Prey Drive. We dive into what it really takes to win in today's chaotic world: how to overcome self-doubt, get people to pay attention, and rise from “average” to someone of influence, power, and conviction.If you're a coach, leader, or entrepreneur looking for clarity, confidence, and momentum, you'll walk away with the exact mindset and tactical shifts needed to make a quantum leap in your life.Chapters:00:00 – Setting the Stage00:31 – The Big Table00:54 – Pain Becomes Fuel09:30 – Confidence Is a Daily Choice18:49 – Secure Your Seat20:01 – Prey Drive Activation30:08 – From Invisible to In-Demand37:03 – Like and Subscribe________________________________Get connected with Coach Burt:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/michealburtTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@therealcoachburtFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/CoachMichealBurtLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michealburtDive deeper with Coach and his concepts:Events - https://www.coachburt.com/eventsMasterclass - https://offer.coachburt.com/preydrivemasterclassregisterHire Me To Speak - https://www.coachburt.com/hirecoachCheck out my Books - https://www.coachburt.com/resources

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/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠---Purchase the "How to Land a Macro Social Work Job Using Your MSW Degree & Case Management Experience" workshop replay at: https://macroandpaid.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠---Treat Your Career Like a Business | Career Coach for Macro Social WorkersIt's more important than ever that social workers start treating their careers like a business. Whether you're working in case management, micro social work, or already exploring macro social work, this video walks you through what that actually looks like in practice.Inside, I'm sharing three ways to start shifting from moving through your career by chance to moving with high career intent. You'll learn how to:1. Make decisions based on facts instead of feelings2. Focus on creating opportunities instead of just completing tasks3. Get clear about what you need in a job beyond salary and remote workThese are the same strategies I teach inside my Micro to Macro Career Accelerator, where hundreds of social workers have gone on to secure macro social work roles that feel aligned, sustainable, and true to who they are.If you've ever felt stuck in a job that pays the bills but doesn't match your values, or if you're ready to start taking ownership of your professional life instead of waiting for someone else to give you permission, this conversation is for you.Watch the full workshop replay: "How to Land a Macro Social Work Job Using Your MSW and Case Management Experience" Here is the link: https://macroandpaid.com/You'll leave knowing how to approach your career with high intent and long-term vision—because your career is your business, and it's time you start running it like one.Happy macro career planning,Marthea Pitts, MSWKeywords: social work career, case management, micro social work, macro social work, MSW jobs, social work job search, career coaching for social workers, macro career strategy, professional development for social workers, social work career planning, sustainable social work careers#MacroSocialWork #SocialWorkCareer #CaseManagement #MicroToMacroAccelerator #CareerStrategy

In this episode, Cindy Esliger discusses how workplace drama casts us in the role of victim, villain, or rescuer. Sometimes we stick to one role, but usually we bounce between all three. We tend to think other people are guilty of being a victim or a villain or even a rescuer, but at one point or another, we're all in one of the roles. Cindy examines how the roles show up and what we can do to change the patterns that lead us to play roles at all.  At the core of each role is a basic truth. The victim usually feels overlooked, the villain often paints other people as being the problem, and the rescuer likes control and reinforces the victim's helplessness while calling the villain irredeemable. The trio of roles tends to self-reinforce, and we get caught in a triangle of drama. Cindy names self-awareness as the first step in breaking free before she details other steps we can take to stop the trio.Each role allows us to receive certain perks that help reinforce our place in it. What's the price we're paying for these hidden payoffs, though? Cindy points out that we can step out of any of the roles at any time. Ask ourselves what role we're in. Then ask what we're really looking for that the role appears to give us. Cindy guides us through how to empower ourselves outside of each role so we can leave the stress of the drama triangle behind.Resources discussed in this episode:Guide to Stop Playing the Victim, Villain, or Rescuer at WorkAstronomic AudioConfidence Collective—Contact Cindy Esliger Career Confidence Coaching: website | instagram | facebook | linkedin | email Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Have you ever found yourself snapping at someone for no real reason? Something small just agitates you and you overreact. Someone cuts you off in traffic. Or jumps the line in the grocery store. Under normal circumstances, you'd just let it go. But lately, these incidents are lighting a fire inside, taking you from 0-10 in 0.03 seconds. Deep down, you know the problem isn't the person cutting you off on the road or at the store. The problem is that your chronic state of overwhelm is taking over your life. But it doesn't have to stay that way. Today, Ginni Saraswati welcomes self-care expert Erica Diamond. As a Certified Life and Career Coach and Certified Yoga and Meditation Teacher, she helps women transform their lives of overwhelm by incorporating calming lifestyle habits to create balance and harmony.   You'll hear how Erica's entrepreneurial success led her on the path to burnout, and how she turned it around starting with small, practical wins. You'll learn how we're culturally indoctrinated to accept to chronic stress, and how you can use mindfulness to unlearn behaviors and reverse the cycle. You'll also learn a few simple exercises that will help you find calm right now, and whenever you need it in the moment.  What You'll Learn: The physical symptoms of burnout (0:53) The biggest mistake women make when it comes to overwhelm (4:15) Unlearning behaviors and focusing on small wins (5:24) How we're shamed into self-care (9:17)  Finding balance between what enriches us and what feels challenging (11:17) Connect with Erica Diamond: Website: https://ericadiamond.com/ Insta: https://www.instagram.com/ericadiamond/?hl=en Connect with Ginni: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginnisaraswati Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theginnishow/?hl=en Website: www.ginnimedia.com

The name Allenatore means “Coach” in Italian, reflecting Elena Pastore's Italian heritage and the inspiration behind the founding of the company. Elena Pastore is a Leadership and Career Coach who has transformed career development through a unique combination of neuroscience, integrative psychology, strategic career planning, and practical business strategy. Having coached over 400 professionals and […]

In this episode, Cindy Esliger breaks down all the meanings behind the deceptively innocent phrase “It must be nice”. We were taught not to say certain things aloud, so often this little phrase gets used as a passive-aggressive dig or expression of envy. Cindy lays out all the things really being said when people say “It must be nice”, from discomfort to unmet needs to jealousy, and offers advice on how to deal with hearing it and saying it. It's time to learn more honest, respectful ways of communicating with each other. The four little words “It must be nice” can convey a lot of hidden messages. Cindy details eight possible meanings that could be inferred from the phrase: 1. Masked envy, 2. Suppressed resentment or perceived unfairness, 3. Unspoken guilt or shame, 4. Fear of hope or disappointment, 5. Policing joy or success, 6. Social comparison and status signaling, 7. Emotional distancing or conversational filler, and 8. A subtle invitation to show someone what's possible. How we respond to any of these intentions will set the tone of the interaction.We don't just hear those words, though. We also say them. “It must be nice.” What do we mean by that? Cindy offers four honest assessments of what might really be underneath the words: 1. It's a defense mechanism, 2. It's a coping mechanism, 3. It's a cry for acknowledgement, or 4. It's a way to express pain without vulnerability. Once we can identify what we really mean, we can use Cindy's guide to self-assessment and how to reframe our communication into something more useful and open.  Resources discussed in this episode:Guide to Going Deeper with the Underlying MeaningAstronomic AudioConfidence Collective—Contact Cindy Esliger Career Confidence Coaching: website | instagram | facebook | linkedin | email Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Are you stuck in a job that drains you — counting down the days to the weekend and secretly wishing for something better? In this episode, I chat with Sasha Sidel, a career coach and graduate of Thriving Coach Academy, who knows exactly what it's like to feel stuck and crave more. After pivoting from retail management to a thriving role in HR, Sasha now helps professionals break free from “safe” but soul-sucking paths and step into careers they truly love.Together we uncover the biggest myths keeping people trapped — like the belief that following your passion is “unrealistic,” that a bad job market means you're doomed, or that a perfect résumé alone will land the dream job.Sasha shows why mindset and self-belief often matter more than credentials, and how saying yes to unexpected opportunities can change everything.This episode is also a behind-the-scenes look at how one student took the training from Thriving Coach Academy and turned them into a thriving business. If you've ever wondered whether it's really possible to reinvent your career and create work you're excited to wake up for, this conversation will give you fresh perspective, practical tips, and the inspiration to finally make your move.Sasha's Website: https://sashasidelcoaching.com/To start a successful coaching business, visit ⁠www.thrivingcoachacademy.com⁠.

The skills that built your career won't be enough to carry you into your next role. AI, automation, and digital disruption are changing what companies look for in senior leaders. Credentials and domain expertise? They're no longer the differentiators. What decision-makers want today are leaders who can reframe their experience in the language of 2025, show adaptability, and bridge the gap between digital disruption and human culture. In this episode of Designing the Best YOU, I break down the four ways senior-level professionals can stay relevant and competitive in today's hidden job market. If you've been wondering how to show you're more than just experienced, that you're future-ready and indispensable, this episode will give you the roadmap. Ready to make a strategic shift? Let's get on a call! Not ready quite yet? Get some incredible tips and insight by joining my newsletter

Leadership is a mindset you practice and nurture every day. In this episode, I share the five points of leadership that matter most and how intention shapes your influence.In this episode:How self-leadership sets the foundation for everything elseWays to strengthen credibility and communication in relationshipsHow to scale culture and decision-making across an organizationWhy generative leadership creates an impact that outlasts youSupport the showJill Griffin, host of The Career Refresh, delivers expert guidance on workplace challenges and career transitions. Jill leverages her experience working for the world's top brands like Coca-Cola, Microsoft, Hilton Hotels, and Martha Stewart to address leadership, burnout, team dynamics, and the 4Ps (perfectionism, people-pleasing, procrastination, and personalities). Visit JillGriffinCoaching.com for more details on: Book a 1:1 Career Strategy and Executive Coaching HERE Build a Leadership Identity That Earns Trust and Delivers Results. Gallup CliftonStrengths Corporate Workshops to build a strengths-based culture Team Dynamics training to increase retention, communication, goal setting, and effective decision-making Keynote Speaking Grab a personal Resume Refresh with Jill Griffin HERE Follow @JillGriffinOffical on Instagram for daily inspiration Connect with and follow Jill on LinkedIn

Esteemed Colleague Liz reached out to ask about making a pivot away from executive assistant work to a role in finance to use their degree.  Tune in and discuss!  xo Jess Join me live every week for the Monday Club inside the Leader Assistant community on Circle! Jess Lindgren 4465 E Genesee Street STE 114 Syracuse, NY 13214 Join the newsletter if you're feeling fancy: askanassistant.substack.com Patreon is another fancy option: https://www.patreon.com/jesslindgren I always love to hear from you: askanassistant.com Book a 1:1 with me: jesslindgren.com/coaching Lay your comments, questions, thoughts, and concerns on me.   #askjess #askanassistant 

In this episode of Our Womanity features a conversation with Sundae Bean, a transformation facilitator who supports individuals and organizations as they traverse through life quakes and other major shifts. A trusted voice for navigating life between worlds, Sundae is currently dedicated to organizational transformation in Switzerland and is widely known for her podcast, IN TRANSIT.Perimenopause: A Biological TransitionSundae explains perimenopause as an externally led transition—something that happens to you, not something you choose. This can overlap with other life transitions: Internally Led: Changes that come from within. Performance Led: Pursuing a big goal, like a promotion. Externally Led: Changes that come from our environments.She emphasizes the importance of distinguishing between a genuine emotional response and a biochemical one, noting that while feelings are real, their source may be hormonal rather than a true reflection of your reality.Strategies for Navigating Hormonal ShiftsSundae offers practical advice to help manage symptoms like "monkey mind": Reality Check and Blood Check: Use this dual approach to test what's truly going on. Talk to a trusted friend to get an outside perspective, and work with your doctor to get yourself evaluated . Trust Your Body: Sundae shares her own experience of listening to her body's "yummy yes" for yoga over a "hard no" for running. This highlights the importance of trusting your body's needs over external advice. Find Your Body Compass: To counter feeling out of control, she suggests a simple exercise: take three deep breaths and hold the fourth until you can feel your own heartbeat. This grounds you and gets you out of your head.Perimenopause as a Growth OpportunityWhile difficult, perimenopause can be a time for growth. Self-Advocacy: It may force you to become your own best advocate, taking charge of your health when the system feels unsupportive. Adapting Strategies: Acknowledge that old strategies might not work now. A coach can help you develop new approaches. Bending Reality: Sundae encourages listeners to honestly assess where they might be "bending reality"—acting as if there are more than 24 hours in a day. This awareness is the first step toward delegating and prioritizing.Advice for Healthcare ProvidersSundae offers advice for healthcare providers to better support their patients. Listen to the Patient: Ask, "How have you been?" to understand the full context of their life. Validate Their Experience: Don't dismiss symptoms. A simple, "That sounds hard," can be incredibly validating.Refer When Needed: If you cannot provide the necessary care, refer patients to a coach or other specialist.

Welcome to today's ICYMI, where we kick off the week with a quick game-changing tip from one of our guests that you might have missed. People don't quit jobs, they quit people — and if you've ever had a bad boss, you know how toxic a workplace can get. So we're throwing it back to this killer advice and helpful scripts from Emily The Recruiter on how to navigate the common kinds of bad bosses, from the controlling micro-manager to the perpetually angry power trips.  Emily Durham—aka Emily the Recruiter—is a career coach, content creator, and host of The Straight Shooter Recruiter Podcast. With millions of views across TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, Emily is known for her no-BS advice on how to land your dream job and deal with workplace dynamics like a boss.Listen to the full episode with Emily The Recruiter here.Tune in every Monday for an expert dose of life advice in under 10 minutes.Check out our first episode with Emily here.Listen to The Straight Shooter Recruiter podcast Follow Emily on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.  Sign up for our monthly adulting newsletter:teachmehowtoadult.ca/newsletter Follow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultmedia@gillian.bernerFollow on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadultSubscribe on YouTube

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

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.