Podcasts about career coach

Have you ever gotten a raise and immediately thought, I am going to get fired? Have you ever avoided looking at your debt because something about that number feels like it says something about who you are? If you are first-gen, you probably were not taught how to build wealth. You were taught how to survive with money. And there is a big difference.In this episode, I sit down with a career coach Evie Prete who has been in the trenches of this work for years, helping first gen Latinas/WOC stop undervaluing themselves, start asking for what they are actually worth, and build the kind of identity that can hold more money without self-sabotaging it away. We get real about our own stories, and what it actually took to go from knowing we needed to do something different with money to actually doing it.This episode is for you if you have ever felt like asking for more was ungrateful, if you have ever taken a job offer at the bottom of the salary band when you deserved to be at the top, or if you have ever wondered why building wealth feels so hard even when you know all the right steps.You'll learn:✨ Why survival money advice keeps you in protection mode and how to start shifting toward a wealth-building mindset✨ How your nervous system responds to debt, salary negotiations, and financial wins, and why getting neutral matters before the strategy does✨ How visualization and journaling help your body get familiar with a version of your life it has never lived before, so you can actually receive it when it arrives✨ Why detaching from the outcome of a negotiation is not about not wanting it, it is about showing up from your value instead of your fearThis conversation is the one you did not know you needed. It is honest, it is warm, and it is going to give you a lot to think about, journal on, and move through.Connect with Evie: Salary Negotiation Checklist Pagame PodcastLet's connect:Website: www.buildinggenwealth.comInstagram: @building.gen.wealthLearn more about 1:1 Money Coaching: www.buildinggenwealth.com/moneycoaching

Cindy Esliger unpacks the hidden cost of self-doubt and how hesitation quietly sabotages career growth. In competitive workplaces, many women spend too much time overthinking conversations and waiting to feel ready. We hold back instead of speaking up. Cindy explains that confidence is not a personality trait that a few of us luck into; it's a skill that can be developed. Action, resilience, and self-trust are the keys to growing confidence, and she highlights how, without them, holding back can damage our visibility, momentum, and professional reputation over time. Many of us believe confidence means being the loudest person in the room, but Cindy challenges that idea. Real confidence is about genuine presence. Cindy outlines five common pitfalls that keep brilliant women stuck: 1. Confusing confidence with extroversion, 2. Perfectionism, 3. People pleasing, 4. Risk aversion, and 5. The readiness illusion. These patterns often feel responsible or safe, but they slowly reinforce self-doubt and make it harder to step into leadership opportunities. Cindy states that the real consequences of constantly playing small include burnout and resentment, stalled career growth, and missed opportunities. She shares five red flags to watch for in our own behavior: 1. Using diminishing phrases to preface ideas, 2. Waiting to be called to speak, 3. Declining opportunities because we don't meet all criteria, 4. Attributing our success to luck instead of competence, and 5. Avoiding opportunities to share our expertise. Cindy offers practical strategies for growing confidence from within, like keeping promises to ourselves, practicing self-compassion, and creating reset rituals, among others. The goal is not to become someone else, but to stop letting outdated thought patterns dictate how we show up at work. Resources discussed in this episode: Guide to Building Your Confidence Astronomic Audio Confidence 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.

Ken Sher 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 the kind of 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. Contact Ken Sher:My book, "What's TRUST got to do with it?: Transforming Leadership, Culture and the Job search". My website is shercoaching.com; my author site is kensher.com.I am also looking for speaking gigs and executive coaching opportunities.https://www.linkedin.com/in/kensher/https://www.facebook.com/shercoachingDr. Kimberley LinertSpeaker, Author, Broadcaster, Mentor, Trainer, Behavioral OptometristEvent Planners- I am available to speak at your event. Here is my media kit: https://brucemerrinscelebrityspeakers.com/portfolio/dr-kimberley-linert/To book Dr. Linert on your podcast, television show, conference, corporate training or as an expert guest please email her at incrediblelifepodcast@gmail.com or Contact Bruce Merrin at Bruce Merrin's Celebrity Speakers at merrinpr@gmail.com702.256.9199Host of the Podcast Series: Incredible Life Creator PodcastAvailable on...Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/incredible-life-creator-with-dr-kimberley-linert/id1472641267Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6DZE3EoHfhgcmSkxY1CvKf?si=ebe71549e7474663 and on 9 other podcast platformsAuthor of Book: "Visualizing Happiness in Every Area of Your Life"Get on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4cmTOMwWebsite: https://linktr.ee/DrKimberleyLinertThe Great Discovery eLearning platform: https://thegreatdiscovery.com/kimberleyl

Career coach Michelle Schafer returns to the podcast, but this time, we talk to her from the seat of her expertise as a career coach. Michelle has been on the podcast twice already. Both times we explored how she faced down adversity: once as she healed from breaking her leg, the other as she hiked to Machu Picchu in Peru. And both times, she had to draw on deep inner resources to persevere.  Today, we talk about the very difficult job market people are facing. Fewer jobs, more people looking, the encroachment of tech eradicating whole sectors of work. It's tough out there. It's an exhausting environment, and resilience is that much more important.  Relationships connect us to job opportunities, and support us as we do the shift. Michelle speaks to this and so much more in our meander: what does it take to navigate through this job market, and how can we stay positive in the process? You can find her award-winning book, "Cultivating Career Growth, Navigating Transitions with Purpose" at your local independent bookstore. And you can read about it on her website. (You can also find it on Amazon.) Michelle is just a delight to chat with; her clients are well-served by her effervescent outlook on life and vast array of support to offer them in their coaching adventure.  Please drop me a line if anything piqued your interest at meanderingswithtrudy@gmail.com. And share this episode around, and if you're of a mind, subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Episode links: Michelle's coaching company is called: Michelle Schafer Coaching. Here are the links to her previous episodes: healing from a broken leg, and hiking in Peru. As always, this podcast is sponsored by the guests who give of their time, and by my company, Chapman Coaching Inc.Royalty free music is gratefully received and is called Sunday Stroll – by Huma-HumaLive life joyfully, and always let kindness guide you.

Behind every major programme is a project manager—but how do they get there? For a practical and informative conversation on the current PM job market, Riccardo sits down with Mukhtar Kadiri, whose extensive project management experience has culminated in his work as a Program Director and Career Coach, where he helps project management professionals compete for high-compensation roles in the industry.Though the hiring environment for PMs today varies by niche and region, competition is heavy across the board, and Mukhtar recommends all job searchers have a strategy—that they approach the search like a project in itself. He and Riccardo explore how candidates can use AI to make the most of their application process and the essential steps to get a foot in the door. Mukhtar has tips for employers and hiring managers, as well.Job searching is a skill, Mukhtar stresses, and this episode offers actionable ideas of how to approach the work intentionally. Specific and backed by plenty of real-world experience, Muhktar's perspective is essential listening for employees and employers alike, whether they're currently on the job hunt or planning to begin searching in the future.Key TakeawaysHow today's PM job market is changing competition, screening, and expectations;The five-part strategy, from application to highest offer, that hones your job search skills;Why you need to pitch differently to recruiters and hiring managers;How to utilize AI beyond asking it to write your cover letter for you;The traits employers should emphasize to win the best candidate.Quote“Job searching is a skill” - Mukhtar KadiriThe conversation doesn't stop here—connect and converse with our community via LinkedIn:Follow Navigating Major Programmes: https://www.linkedin.com/company/navigating-major-programmes/Read Riccardo's latest at www.riccardocosentino.comFollow Riccardo Cosentino: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cosentinoriccardo/Follow Mukhtar Kadiri at https://www.linkedin.com/in/m-kadiri/ 

In this episode, Cindy Esliger explores the difficult balance between standing up for ourselves at work and maintaining professionalism. This is especially true in environments where women in STEM are talked over or subjected to inappropriate comments. She explains that staying silent in the face of disrespect can quietly damage confidence and credibility and, over time, will impede career growth. Cindy explores the beliefs that keep us trapped in silence, including the pressure to keep the peace to avoid being labeled difficult. She points out that we're trained to prioritize everyone else's comfort over our own boundaries, and ultimately shares how to respond with more authority.  Cindy discusses the professional and personal costs of tolerating disrespect, including burnout, resentment, damaged self-esteem, and missed leadership opportunities. Unaddressed boundary violations tend to compound over time, and she explains why staying silent teaches others how we're willing to be treated. She outlines six red flags that make workplace dynamics worse: 1. Avoid overcompensating with aggression, 2. Stop apologizing for having boundaries, 3. Don't back down when people test you, 4. Stop making it your job to comfort others, 5. Don't be vague about what we need, and 6. Inconsistent enforcement destroys the integrity of our word. She also breaks down the manipulation tactics people may use to avoid accountability and why recognizing those tactics matters. To help us respond more effectively in difficult situations, Cindy shares practical strategies for reclaiming authority without escalating conflict. She shares four common scenarios and how to handle them: 1. What to say when we're talked over, 2. What to say when somebody makes an inappropriate comment, 3. How to get time when we need to process what just happened, and 4. The options for explaining when our boundaries have been violated. Cindy encourages us to prepare phrases ahead of time, pay attention to physical signals from our bodies, and get clear on our limits before situations arise. Taking the high road does not mean becoming a doormat. It means holding firm boundaries while remaining calm, tactful, and aligned with personal values. Resources discussed in this episode: Guide to Standing Your Ground Astronomic Audio Confidence 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.

What does it really take to build a long, successful leadership career?In this episode, I'm joined by Barry Moline, who shares the story behind his 29-year career as a CEO and the experiences that shaped his approach to leadership.Barry didn't follow a conventional path. He started as a high school teacher, where he developed the foundations of clear communication and patience, before leaving the profession due to structural changes. From there, he moved into energy engineering during the 1980s energy crisis, and later joined the Peace Corps in Guatemala with his wife.That experience became a defining moment. Building programs from scratch, navigating uncertainty, and learning resilience all played a role in shaping his leadership style and ultimately opened doors to opportunities in Washington, DC and beyond.Throughout our conversation, one theme comes up again and again, initiative.From unexpectedly refereeing a major hockey game as a teenager to “raising his hand” for opportunities throughout his career, Barry shares how taking responsibility and stepping forward, even when you don't feel fully ready, can shape your trajectory in ways you don't expect.We talk about:✅ How “raising your hand” creates visibility and opportunity✅ The mindset shift from employee to leader✅ Why persistence and ownership matter more than having a perfect plan✅ How to run effective brainstorming sessions and encourage honest input✅ The importance of developing future leaders and thinking beyond yourself✅ Simple but powerful communication techniques (including better listening)✅ Why you need to take ownership of your career, not wait for it to happenThis is a practical, experience-led conversation about leadership, responsibility, and the small decisions that shape long-term careers.To connect with Barry:Website: barrymoline.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barry-moline/Can you also find episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@EmmaGrahamCareerCoach/videosYour host, Emma Graham, Career Coach and ex-recruiter, is here to help you with: 

In this episode, Cindy Esliger explores why fawning in the workplace impacts your career. Fawning is that automatic “yes” that shows up before there's even time to think. She explains how fawning is not just people pleasing, but a nervous system response that activates when fight, flight, or freeze aren't adequate options. In professional environments, this often looks like overcommitting and constantly scanning for how everyone around us might be feeling. While it can feel like being a good team player, Cindy highlights that fawning is actually rooted in a need to feel safe and how external validation becomes addictive. Cindy breaks down how fawning shows up day to day, from softening every message with apologies to avoiding conflict, and even shape-shifting to match other people's expectations. She points out that this pulls attention away from internal understanding, leaving no room to access personal opinions or instincts. Over time, this leads to taking on disproportionate emotional labor and low-visibility work while others focus on projects that lead to advancement. Cindy details rooted in a need to feel safe and that external validation can become, or not others are mad at us, 3. We don't share technical opinions or expertise out of fear of being disliked, and 4. We take on a disproportionate amount of administrative and emotional work that doesn't lead to advancement. The long-term impact is significant. Fawning erodes credibility, contributes to burnout and resentment, and can stall career growth despite strong performance. More deeply, Cindy explains, it disconnects us from our own sense of self and reinforces the belief that validation comes from others. She reframes this pattern as an adaptive response rather than a flaw, and encourages building internal validation and the capacity to tolerate discomfort. The goal isn't to stop being collaborative, but to recognize when our responses are driven by fear instead of choice, so we can show up with more agency. Resources discussed in this episode: Guide to Recognizing Your Fawn Response Astronomic Audio Confidence 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.

Freebie 45 types of coaching Nurses can do for more freedom & fulfillment- https://www.heathercolledge.com/45-typesFIND US ONLINE: ►Website: https://www.heathercolledge.com/academy►Join our Facebook community: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FHuh9bJEV/►YouTube  www.youtube.com/@heathercolledgeClick the link to book a call about our ELITE Nurse to Coach Academy® https://form.typeform.com/to/RWxug5U5?typeform-source=2g9p4c4p08i.typeform.comRate, Review & FollowIf you love the show, please consider leaving a rating & review. This helps us support more Nurses & Coaches growing their businesses! Tap to rate with five stars and let us know what you loved most about the episode! Then, if you haven't done so already, follow the podcast for more!Disclaimer: Results mentioned may not be typical. Income mentioned is gross revenue. ELITE Nurse to Coach Academy® makes no guarantees related to income, success, increased revenue or projected sales. Results and income may differ from Client to Client and from what ELITE Nurse to Coach Academy® may experience. ELITE Nurse to Coach Academy® is not responsible for the earnings, success or failure of our Clients' businesses, the increase or decrease in finances or income level, or any other result of any kind that a Client may have as a result of engaging in our Program. Each Client is solely responsible for their own results. Clients in interviews have not been compensated and there is no conflict of interest. Client signed an authorization granting permission to share their testimonial and interview.Support the show

"America's Career Coach" and author Ken Coleman discusses the evolving workplace in the age of AI, emphasizing the value of human connection, soft skills, and relationships, and reflecting on challenges facing younger generations—especially diminished curiosity and difficulty asking good questions.Hear Ken's full interview in Episode 502 of The Action Catalyst.

Cindy Esliger challenges the habit of making career decisions based only on what seems realistic, explaining how probability thinking keeps many professionals stuck below their potential. By relying on past patterns in our organizations, we treat incomplete data as the full picture and limit what we go after. She draws a clear distinction between probability as pattern recognition and possibility as pattern creation, pointing out that while many are comfortable solving complex problems at work, we hesitate to apply that same thinking to our own careers. She outlines four beliefs that reinforce this pattern: 1. Needing to see how it's done before we do it, 2. Waiting until we feel completely qualified, 3. Believing that if it hasn't happened for other women, it won't happen for us, and 4. We need to know how before we commit to what. These beliefs lead to playing small, accepting low-visibility work, and missing opportunities. Cindy also highlights four common professional landmines that keep this cycle going: 1. The qualification trap, 2. Comparison quicksand, 3. The false binary choice, and 4. The permission pattern. These all encourage hesitation instead of action. To shift into possibility thinking, Cindy shares six practical strategies: 1. Start with the finish line instead of the starting point, 2. Make decisions from your future self, not current circumstances, 3. Integrate all data, not just external things, 4. Focus on frequency, not just magnitude, 5. Build our inner circle, and 6. Reframe failure as a necessary part of the process. She encourages approaching career growth like solving a technical problem by testing, learning, and iterating. Cindy ends with a challenge to commit to one goal that feels improbable and take a single step toward it, reinforcing that discomfort is often a sign of growth, not a reason to hold back. Resources discussed in this episode: Guide to Breaking Free from Probability Thinking Astronomic Audio Confidence 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.

You can have the career, the income, and the life that looks perfect on paper, yet still feel something is missing. Why do high achievers feel stuck, overwhelmed, or quietly unhappy despite their accomplishments? In this episode, Robert Curtiss speaks with Stacey Inal, MA, MBA, LMFT, Licensed Psychotherapist and Women's Career Coach, about the intersection of financial decisions and emotional health. They explore how burnout shows up in high performers, why social media fuels anxiety, and how “golden handcuffs” keep people stuck. Stacey also shares practical ways to reset your nervous system, reconnect with yourself, and take the first step toward a more aligned life. Key takeaways: How high achievers can feel trapped by financial obligations despite outward success and stability Why burnout in successful people often hides behind high performance and daily productivity How social media and constant noise contribute to anxiety and poor decision-making The connection between emotional stress and financial behaviors like overspending or hoarding Simple practices to reset your mindset and reconnect with what you truly want And more! Resources: Educational videos (bottom of the page) Connect with Stacey Inal: LinkedIn: Stacey Inal Website: Stacey Inal Instagram: @staceyinal_inspiringwomen Connect with Robert Curtiss: rcurtiss@seia.com (626) 795-2944 About Robert Curtiss  LinkedIn: Robert Curtiss Facebook: Robert Curtiss SEIA LinkedIn: SEIA About Our Guest: Stacey Inal is a Licensed Psychotherapist, MBA, and Women's Career Coach who works at the intersection of mental health, career transitions, and financial identity. With a background in corporate sales and business strategy, she brings both clinical insight and real-world experience to her work, helping high-achieving individuals, especially women, navigate moments when outward success no longer feels aligned internally. Stacey supports clients through burnout, life reinvention, and major transitions by helping them reconnect with what they truly want and build a path forward with clarity and purpose.

Welcome to HEARD IT ON THE SHARK with your show host Melinda Marsalis and show sponsor, Mississippi Hills National Heritage Area.  HEARD IT ON THE SHARK is a weekly interview show that airs every Tuesday at 11 am on the shark 102.3 FM radio station based in Ripley, MS and then is released as a podcast on all the major podcast platforms.  You'll hear interviews with the movers and shakers in north Mississippi who are making things happen.  Melinda talks with entrepreneurs, leaders of business, medicine, education, and the people behind all the amazing things happening in north Mississippi.  When people ask you how did you know about that, you'll say, “I HEARD IT ON THE SHARK!”  HEARD IT ON THE SHARK is brought to you by the Mississippi Hills National Heritage area.  We want you to get out and discover the historic, cultural, natural, scenic and recreational treasures of the Mississippi Hills right in your backyard.  And of course we want you to take the shark 102.3 FM along for the ride.     Bounded by I-55 to the west and Highway 14 to the south, the Mississippi Hills National Heritage Area,  created by the United States Congress in 2009 represents a distinctive cultural landscape shaped by the dynamic intersection of Appalachian and Delta cultures, an intersection which has produced a powerful concentration of national cultural icons from the King of Rock'n'Roll Elvis Presley, First Lady of Country Music Tammy Wynette, blues legend Howlin' Wolf, Civil Rights icons Ida B. Wells-Barnett and James Meredith, America's favorite playwright Tennessee Williams, and Nobel-Laureate William Faulkner. The stories of the Mississippi Hills are many and powerful, from music and literature, to Native American and African American heritage, to the Civil War.  The Mississippi Hills National Heritage Area supports the local institutions that preserve and share North Mississippi's rich history. Begin your discovery of the historic, cultural, natural, scenic, and recreational treasures of the Mississippi Hills by visiting the Mississippi Hills National Heritage Area online at mississippihills.org.   Musical Credit to:  Garry Burnside - Guitar; Buddy Grisham - Guitar; Mike King - Drums/Percussion     All content is copyright 2021 Sun Bear Studio Ripley MS LLC all rights reserved.  No portion of this podcast may be rebroadcast or used for any other purpose without express written consent of Sun Bear Studio Ripley MS LLC      

In this episode, Hiring Insider Laurie Jane Roth and I talk about what really happens during interviews and why even strong candidates sometimes leave without an offer.We discuss:• What is happening behind the scenes in hiring• Why interviews can still feel uncertain even when you prepared well• How to use storytelling to strengthen your answers• The role confidence and personality play in interviews• A powerful question to ask at the end of an interview• Why rejection is not always a reflection of your abilityIf you are interviewing soon or trying to understand why interviews are not turning into offers, this conversation offers both strategy and perspective.Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/Y0ZXTeEaoyc?si=_eKCqIXVKwqA2yjiConnect with Laurie:Website: https://theinsidegamecoaching.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurie-jane-roth-084769/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@laurieroth4589Support the show

Cindy Esliger examines how constantly relying on external validation keeps capable professionals stuck. She describes a pattern of achieving meaningful results but dismissing them while endlessly waiting for recognition to confirm our competence. In environments where validation is inconsistent or biased, this becomes a losing strategy. By downplaying accomplishments and deferring to the opinions of others, we create a gap between what we can do and what we believe we're allowed to claim. Cindy outlines the core beliefs that drive this cycle: 1. The idea that we need someone in authority to confirm we're good enough, 2. The idea that our accomplishments don't count until they're externally recognized, 3. The belief that if we were really qualified, we'd feel confident, and 4. The perfectionism trap. The consequences are real, from burnout and resentment to stalled careers and invisibility. Cindy also highlights four patterns that reinforce the trap, including parent-child dynamics with leaders, taking things personally, comparison, and setting unrealistic standards that keep focus on what's missing instead of what's already proven. To build internal validation, Cindy shares six strategies: 1. Reclaim your track record, 2. Stop outsourcing your worth, 3. Challenge automatic thoughts, 4. Establish your credibility, 5. Build internal infrastructure, and 6. Reframe self-care versus self-discipline. She emphasizes that thoughts are not facts and can be challenged with evidence. The goal is to act from self-trust now, not someday, and stop waiting for permission to step into opportunities. Resources discussed in this episode: Guide to Reclaiming Your Professional Worth Astronomic Audio Confidence 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.

Overtime with Outland is Action Catalyst host Adam Outland's reflections and commentary on discussions with each of his esteemed and accomplished guests.In this segment, Adam dissects Episode 502 with "America's Career Coach" and best-selling author Ken Coleman.

"America's Career Coach" and author Ken Coleman discusses parenting, curiosity, and the evolving workplace in the age of AI, emphasizing the value of human connection, soft skills, and relationships, and reflecting on challenges facing younger generations—especially diminished curiosity and difficulty asking good questions—while advocating for major reforms to the U.S. education system to focus more on critical thinking, creativity, experiential learning, and reduced standardized testing. Coleman also explores the importance of overcoming limiting personal narratives, building self‑awareness, and embracing mitigated risk in career development, and shares insights on coaching, the role of technology in gathering data, his own personal growth and reading habits, and the lifelong tension between progress, patience, and controlling what one can control.Mentioned in this episode:Learn more at SouthwesternConsulting.com/Coaching/StudentsSouthwestern Student CoachingEmpowering Parents; Transforming Families. Parenting in Practice is designed specifically for parents of teens and young adults, providing tools and support to help you navigate these pivotal years with confidence.Parenting In Practice

Welcome to HEARD IT ON THE SHARK with your show host Melinda Marsalis and show sponsor, Mississippi Hills National Heritage Area.  HEARD IT ON THE SHARK is a weekly interview show that airs every Tuesday at 11 am on the shark 102.3 FM radio station based in Ripley, MS and then is released as a podcast on all the major podcast platforms.  You'll hear interviews with the movers and shakers in north Mississippi who are making things happen.  Melinda talks with entrepreneurs, leaders of business, medicine, education, and the people behind all the amazing things happening in north Mississippi.  When people ask you how did you know about that, you'll say, “I HEARD IT ON THE SHARK!”  HEARD IT ON THE SHARK is brought to you by the Mississippi Hills National Heritage area.  We want you to get out and discover the historic, cultural, natural, scenic and recreational treasures of the Mississippi Hills right in your backyard.  And of course we want you to take the shark 102.3 FM along for the ride.     Bounded by I-55 to the west and Highway 14 to the south, the Mississippi Hills National Heritage Area,  created by the United States Congress in 2009 represents a distinctive cultural landscape shaped by the dynamic intersection of Appalachian and Delta cultures, an intersection which has produced a powerful concentration of national cultural icons from the King of Rock'n'Roll Elvis Presley, First Lady of Country Music Tammy Wynette, blues legend Howlin' Wolf, Civil Rights icons Ida B. Wells-Barnett and James Meredith, America's favorite playwright Tennessee Williams, and Nobel-Laureate William Faulkner. The stories of the Mississippi Hills are many and powerful, from music and literature, to Native American and African American heritage, to the Civil War.  The Mississippi Hills National Heritage Area supports the local institutions that preserve and share North Mississippi's rich history. Begin your discovery of the historic, cultural, natural, scenic, and recreational treasures of the Mississippi Hills by visiting the Mississippi Hills National Heritage Area online at mississippihills.org.   Musical Credit to:  Garry Burnside - Guitar; Buddy Grisham - Guitar; Mike King - Drums/Percussion     All content is copyright 2021 Sun Bear Studio Ripley MS LLC all rights reserved.  No portion of this podcast may be rebroadcast or used for any other purpose without express written consent of Sun Bear Studio Ripley MS LLC      

In this episode, Cindy Esliger challenges how we tend towards defensive career management and invites us to consider what it would look like to build a career from a position of strength instead of constant protection. She describes how many professionals, especially in demanding or biased environments, are conditioned to anticipate criticism and brace for pushback before it even happens. These behaviors may start as survival strategies, but Cindy explains how they quietly shift our energy away from growth and toward self-protection. They keep us stuck in cycles of overpreparing, staying quiet, and trading short-term relief for long-term stagnation. Cindy breaks down the hidden cost of living in survival mode, professionally and personally. The costs range from missed opportunities and burnout to becoming known as the reliable workhorse instead of the strategic thinker. She also highlights five workplace patterns to watch for that reinforce this defensive posture: 1. making excuses for the behavior of others, 2. gaslighting in real time, 3. future faking from leadership, 4. enablers who normalize dysfunction, and 5. being worn down. When permitted, these patterns don't just persist; they escalate. She emphasizes that while we may have been genuinely mistreated, staying in a defensive stance limits agency and reinforces the very dynamics we are trying to protect ourselves from. Cindy explores what it looks like to move forward with intention, and offers six practical strategies to help us step out of survival mode and into an empowered approach. 1. Stay curious, 2. Practice radical acceptance while seeking workarounds, 3. Let go of frustration and anger, 4. Identify and change toxic patterns, 5. Focus on what's in our control, and 6. Decide what success looks like for us. She reframes resilience as something built through small, consistent choices rather than dramatic change. And she reminds us that we're not just surviving difficult environments, we're developing the skills and strength that can actively shape our careers. Resources discussed in this episode: Guide to Engineering Your Career from Strength Astronomic Audio Confidence 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.

The job market is changing fast, and many professionals are left wondering how to keep up. In the newest episode of the Wallet Watch Podcast, host Jessica Rubio is joined by Kristen Hintz, an Associate Director and Career Coach at the Russel Palmer Career Management Center at the Broad College of Business at Michigan State University.  Together they unpack how the job market has changed and how candidates can stand out to land their dream job.

Best Of 2GG: Career Coach for College Grad PART 1 by Two Girls and a Guy

Best Of 2GG: Career Coach for College Grad PART 3 by Two Girls and a Guy

Best Of 2GG: Career Coach for College Grad PART 2 by Two Girls and a Guy

In this episodes, Melinda chats with Dorenda Gentry from West Union High School. Dorenda is a career coach from Three Rivers Planning and Development. Welcome to HEARD IT ON THE SHARK with your show host Melinda Marsalis and show sponsor, Mississippi Hills National Heritage Area.  HEARD IT ON THE SHARK is a weekly interview show that airs every Tuesday at 11 am on the shark 102.3 FM radio station based in Ripley, MS and then is released as a podcast on all the major podcast platforms.  You'll hear interviews with the movers and shakers in north Mississippi who are making things happen.  Melinda talks with entrepreneurs, leaders of business, medicine, education, and the people behind all the amazing things happening in north Mississippi.  When people ask you how did you know about that, you'll say, “I HEARD IT ON THE SHARK!”  HEARD IT ON THE SHARK is brought to you by the Mississippi Hills National Heritage area.  We want you to get out and discover the historic, cultural, natural, scenic and recreational treasures of the Mississippi Hills right in your backyard.  And of course we want you to take the shark 102.3 FM along for the ride.     Bounded by I-55 to the west and Highway 14 to the south, the Mississippi Hills National Heritage Area,  created by the United States Congress in 2009 represents a distinctive cultural landscape shaped by the dynamic intersection of Appalachian and Delta cultures, an intersection which has produced a powerful concentration of national cultural icons from the King of Rock'n'Roll Elvis Presley, First Lady of Country Music Tammy Wynette, blues legend Howlin' Wolf, Civil Rights icons Ida B. Wells-Barnett and James Meredith, America's favorite playwright Tennessee Williams, and Nobel-Laureate William Faulkner. The stories of the Mississippi Hills are many and powerful, from music and literature, to Native American and African American heritage, to the Civil War.  The Mississippi Hills National Heritage Area supports the local institutions that preserve and share North Mississippi's rich history. Begin your discovery of the historic, cultural, natural, scenic, and recreational treasures of the Mississippi Hills by visiting the Mississippi Hills National Heritage Area online at mississippihills.org.   Musical Credit to:  Garry Burnside - Guitar; Buddy Grisham - Guitar; Mike King - Drums/Percussion     All content is copyright 2021 Sun Bear Studio Ripley MS LLC all rights reserved.  No portion of this podcast may be rebroadcast or used for any other purpose without express written consent of Sun Bear Studio Ripley MS LLC      

Cindy Esliger tackles the reality of why avoiding difficult workplace interactions often makes things worse. She describes the familiar experience of conversations that make our stomachs drop, and our minds go blank, especially when dealing with colleagues who undermine or take credit for our work. Cindy explains that workplace bullying often shows up in subtle ways like interruptions, exclusion, and microaggressions, and it tends to continue when it is not addressed. She emphasizes that learning to confront these behaviors calmly and strategically, rather than ignoring them, is what shifts how others perceive and treat us.  She walks through the true cost of staying silent, from burnout and loss of credibility to becoming seen as someone who can be pushed around. Cindy outlines seven common behaviors that make these situations worse: 1. Apologizing excessively, 2. Overexplaining decisions, 3. Accepting microaggressive compliments, 4. Letting dismissive behavior slide, 5. Failing to document patterns of exclusion or bias, 6. Isolating instead of building alliances, and 7. Matching unprofessional behavior. Instead of suppressing emotions or ignoring the problem, she encourages a more strategic approach that focuses on choosing when to speak up and documenting patterns so that responses are intentional rather than reactive. Cindy shares her framework for emotional rehearsal, a practical way to prepare for tough conversations in advance. She breaks it into four steps: 1. Recognize our triggers, 2. Examine the thought patterns underneath triggers, 3. Practice the conversation in advance, and 4. Use a mindfulness framework in the actual moment. Cindy reinforces that discomfort is not a sign that something is wrong, but a sign of growth. By preparing ahead of time, professionals can respond instead of react and build real confidence through action. The goal is not to control others, but to take ownership of our responses, boundaries, and professional presence. Resources discussed in this episode: Guide to Confronting Conversations That Trigger You Astronomic Audio Confidence 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.

Chris and Amy visit with an international photographer who has captured the images of over 600 Holocaust survivors; Amy was surprised by the high cost of gas; a Career Coach has tips to help Gen Z find jobs; are rewards plans worth it?

The job market is brutal out there - especially for Gen Z. 92% of hiring managers feel Gen Z is not ready for the workforce and 82% say they need soft skills training. So, if you're a parent looking at your 26-year-old that is still working retail after graduating college, wondering how you can help them, this interview is for you! Monique DeMonaco is a Certified Career Coach, Change Management Expert, and creator of EQWize.com, a resource for emotional intelligence education, and she joins the show! She explains how parents can give the right advice to their kids who are entering the workforce. Find more from Monique at EQWize.com

Every Tuesday, during the month of April, Melinda will speak to a local High School Career Coach. In this week's episode she talks with Three Rivers Planning and Development Career Coach, April Pounders, about her time with students at Thrasher High School. Welcome to HEARD IT ON THE SHARK with your show host Melinda Marsalis and show sponsor, Mississippi Hills National Heritage Area.  HEARD IT ON THE SHARK is a weekly interview show that airs every Tuesday at 11 am on the shark 102.3 FM radio station based in Ripley, MS and then is released as a podcast on all the major podcast platforms.  You'll hear interviews with the movers and shakers in north Mississippi who are making things happen.  Melinda talks with entrepreneurs, leaders of business, medicine, education, and the people behind all the amazing things happening in north Mississippi.  When people ask you how did you know about that, you'll say, “I HEARD IT ON THE SHARK!”  HEARD IT ON THE SHARK is brought to you by the Mississippi Hills National Heritage area.  We want you to get out and discover the historic, cultural, natural, scenic and recreational treasures of the Mississippi Hills right in your backyard.  And of course we want you to take the shark 102.3 FM along for the ride.     Bounded by I-55 to the west and Highway 14 to the south, the Mississippi Hills National Heritage Area,  created by the United States Congress in 2009 represents a distinctive cultural landscape shaped by the dynamic intersection of Appalachian and Delta cultures, an intersection which has produced a powerful concentration of national cultural icons from the King of Rock'n'Roll Elvis Presley, First Lady of Country Music Tammy Wynette, blues legend Howlin' Wolf, Civil Rights icons Ida B. Wells-Barnett and James Meredith, America's favorite playwright Tennessee Williams, and Nobel-Laureate William Faulkner. The stories of the Mississippi Hills are many and powerful, from music and literature, to Native American and African American heritage, to the Civil War.  The Mississippi Hills National Heritage Area supports the local institutions that preserve and share North Mississippi's rich history. Begin your discovery of the historic, cultural, natural, scenic, and recreational treasures of the Mississippi Hills by visiting the Mississippi Hills National Heritage Area online at mississippihills.org.   Musical Credit to:  Garry Burnside - Guitar; Buddy Grisham - Guitar; Mike King - Drums/Percussion     All content is copyright 2021 Sun Bear Studio Ripley MS LLC all rights reserved.  No portion of this podcast may be rebroadcast or used for any other purpose without express written consent of Sun Bear Studio Ripley MS LLC      

In this episode, Cindy Esliger explores the instinct to hold onto everything and introduces the idea of strategically letting things fall through the cracks on purpose. She explains how many professionals, especially in technical fields, were rewarded early on for doing excellent work independently, only to find that the workplace values relationships and strategic positioning just as much. As a result, we double down on output, take on too much, and tie our worth to performance. Cindy highlights how this pattern leads to overwork, perfectionism, and taking on low-value tasks that do not move careers forward, all while reinforcing the belief that asking for help signals weakness. Cindy outlines the real consequences of refusing to let go, including burnout and career stagnation, where individuals become indispensable in the wrong roles. She reframes “dropping the ball” as a leadership skill rooted in comparative advantage and strategic focus. Doing everything ourselves limits influence and prevents others from contributing or innovating. Instead of measuring success by how much gets done, she encourages focusing on the difference only we can make. Letting go creates space for higher-value work, strengthens relationships, and builds the visibility required for advancement. Cindy shares seven practical strategies to apply this approach: 1. Get clear on what actually matters to us, 2. Build a strategic support network, 3. Master patience and allow others to step in, 4. Communicate with clarity, not content, 5. Increase our visibility and voices, 6. Protect our time for deep work, sleep, and exercise, and 7. Build credibility through follow-up. She closes by reinforcing that leadership is not about doing everything, but ensuring everything gets done, and that letting go is not failure but a necessary step toward growth and sustainable success. Resources discussed in this episode: Guide to Strategic Ball Dropping Astronomic Audio Confidence 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.

What happens when someone tells you you're the worst therapist in the middle of a thriving practice? For Tamara Gestetner, it was the moment she realized burnout wasn't about work, it was about identity and honesty. After nearly two decades as a marriage and family therapist, Tamara reinvented herself multiple times, from special education to furniture retail sales to life coaching. Her journey proves one thing: it's not too late, it's not reckless, and a career change isn't failure.In this episode, we explore how burnout actually shows up, why high achievers push through it, how to distinguish between a rough patch and true misalignment, and what it takes to coach someone through major life transitions.Episode Highlights:Tamara's journey proves that the hardest part isn't making the change; it's being honest about why you need to make it. Burnout rarely lives aloneShe shares that in her experience, high achievers don't address burnout because they fear failure, believe they'll hit it again anyway, and aren't honest with themselves about what's really happeningCareer dissatisfaction is often about passion and identity, not skills, most intelligent people can learn most jobs, but passion is harder to find and harder to leaveTamara believes that the difference between a temporary rough patch and true misalignment is repetition: if the same problem happens again and again across different roles, it's probably misalignmentWhen coaching someone through transition, start with their actual needs right now (bills, savings, timeline) instead of their dream job, then build backward from realityEpisode Links: Website: www.tamaragestner.com Instagram: @talktotomorrow LinkedIn: Tamara Gestetner Five Towns Jewish Times: Tamara's Contributions to the Advice ColumnPodcast: Talk to Tomorrow (Launching Soon)Send us Fan MailFollow The Digital Marketing Mentor:Website and Blog: thedmmentor.comInstagram: @thedmmentorLinkedin: @thedmmentorYouTube: @thedmmentorInterested in Digital Marketing Services, Careers, or Courses? Check out more from the TDMM Family:Optidge.com - Full Service Digital Marketing Agency specializing in SEO, PPC, Paid Social, and Lead Generation efforts for established B2C and B2B businesses and organizations.ODEOacademy.com - Digital Marketing online education and course platform. ODEO gives you solid digital marketing knowledge to launch/boost your career or understand your business's digital marketing strategy.

Feeling stuck in your career, burnt out, or questioning if it's time to quit? This episode is for anyone navigating a career pivot or craving more purpose and fulfillment in their work We're joined by career coach, author, and former Google executive Megan Hellerer to unpack how to find an aligned career and make confident decisions about your next chapter. We explore the truth behind the Achievement Lie, and why so many millennials feel anxious, lost, and burned out despite being successful. You'll learn the difference between your “fear self” and your “true self,” why logic alone won't lead you to the right decisions, and how to start making decisions based on what actually feels aligned. After doing everything “right” — graduating from Stanford, landing a high-powered role at Google — Megan found herself deeply unfulfilled and ultimately quit away with no plan. She went on to develop her now widely recognized framework, Directional Living®, and wrote a popular book with the same name, helping ambitious but disconnected high-achievers (like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez!) rebuild careers that actually feel good. Tune in for more on: The “Achievement Lie” and how it keeps you stuck How to know when it's time to quit your job (vs. making changes to stick it out) The difference between burnout from overwork vs burnout from misalignment How to tap into your intuition and inner navigation system The difference between your fear self vs true self in decision-making Practical exercises to uncover what actually lights you up (even if you feel lost) Why your curiosity and joy are so helpful How to overcome fear, uncertainty, and decision paralysis The 4 decision-making “omens” to avoid Why there's no single “right” career path — only what's right for you right now   For advertising and sponsorship inquiries, please contact Frequency Podcast Network. Subscribe to my Substack:teachmehowtoadult.substack.comFollow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultmedia@gillian.bernerFollow on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadultSubscribe on YouTube

Most of us are held back less by our fears than by the stories we're telling ourselves about them. In this episode, Rich Sirop, an Emmy-winning producer, turned transformational coach, shares how simple techniques can transform fear into a force for growth by understanding your self-worth. This episode challenges the myth that self-help is about fixing what's broken; instead, it's about remembering your wholeness and reclaiming your power through small, intentional steps. Guest's website: Rich Sirop, New York Life Coach, Career Coach, Business Coach **Get the new Big Talk Questions – Starter Pack** Work with Danielle: If you are ready to start working with a life coach or just want to learn more about the impact that coaching can have in your life, visit Danielle's website at www.daniellemccombs.com and schedule a complimentary exploratory session. Work with Kristy: You can work with Kristy one-on-one or hire her to speak with your team to improve workplace communication. Visit Kristy's website at www.kristyolinger.com  and find her work journal at Work Journal — Kristy Olinger. Connect with us at theoppositeofsmalltalkpodcast@gmail.com

Cindy Esliger challenges the habit of treating a career like a group decision in this episode, emphasizing that outsourcing choices to managers, mentors, and colleagues is a subtle but powerful form of self-sabotage. She describes how high performers often fall into the trap of seeking permission, especially in environments where their instincts are questioned and their contributions go unrecognized. Over time, this creates self-doubt and disconnects them from their own goals. Cindy introduces the idea of the curse of competence, where being reliable and indispensable leads to invisibility rather than advancement, keeping capable professionals stuck and burned out. She outlines five common beliefs that reinforce this pattern: 1. Needing more experience before acting, 2. Believing hard work alone will lead to recognition, 3. Thinking it is selfish to prioritize personal goals, 4. Feeling obligated to stay out of loyalty, and 5. Fearing that making a move will let others down. Cindy also highlights the personal and professional consequences of staying in this cycle, consequences that include resentment, loss of confidence, stagnation, and missed financial opportunities. She then shares seven red flags to watch for in the workplace, including credit being misattributed, potential without opportunity, selective mentorship, constantly shifting expectations, toxic positivity, double standards, and the importance of trusting one's gut when something feels off. Cindy explains that sometimes the most strategic move we can make is to walk away, and she explains several indicators that alert us when to leave. She also offers eight practical strategies to take back control: 1. Reconnect with our own goals through self-reflection, 2. Shift our language from seeking permission to announcing decisions, 3. Build our own personal advisory boards, 4. Take ownership of our visibility, 5. Practice choosing ourselves without guilt, 6. Reframe the curse of competence as a launch pad instead of a trap, 7. Embrace what we can control and release what we can't, and 8. Create clear decision-making criteria for ourselves. Her message is direct and practical. A career is not a committee decision, and waiting for permission will only delay progress.  Resources discussed in this episode: Guide to Reclaiming Your Career Path Astronomic Audio Confidence 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.

What if the biggest predictor of success isn't talent... but grit? According to psychologist Angela Duckworth, grit is: Passion + perseverance for long-term goals. It's the ability to stay committed, even when things feel hard or uncertain. As Winston Churchill said: “Success is stumbling from failure to failure with no loss of enthusiasm.” In today's quickie, we're breaking down the psychology of grit, and why your ability to stay consistent matters more than IQ, natural ability, or connections. If you've ever felt behind, not “naturally gifted,” or unsure of your potential... this episode will reframe everything. Tune in to hear more about: Why grit is the #1 predictor of success Angela Duckworth's groundbreaking studies on success How to stop disqualifying yourself from your potential The link between grit, resilience, and mental toughness Why passion matters (and burnout happens without it) When to quit vs stick it out How to build grit in your own life The connection between grit and happiness If you want to measure your grit, you can take the official Grit Scale by Angela Duckworth:

Send us Fan MailMaster Your Finances, Master Your Future: Graphotherapy for Aspiring Overseas StudentsStudying abroad is a dream for millions of Indian students. But behind every offer letter, visa approval, and university admission lies a powerful truth — your success abroad is not decided only by your academics, but by your financial habits, mindset, and daily discipline.In this deeply practical and eye-opening episode of The Kapeel Gupta Career PodShow, we break down the real financial reality of studying abroad — beyond just tuition fees.From managing living expenses and hidden costs to understanding currency fluctuations and emotional spending, this episode is designed to help students and parents move from confusion to clarity.You will discover why most students struggle financially not because they lack intelligence, but because they lack structure and awareness in their money habits.Backed by real-world insights, government data, and global financial frameworks, this episode also introduces a unique perspective — how behavioural patterns, emotional triggers, and even daily discipline practices like structured handwriting (graphotherapy) can support better financial decision-making.This is not about restricting your lifestyle. This is about building freedom, stability, and confidence in a new country.

In this episode, Cindy Esliger discusses why receiving feedback can feel so emotionally overwhelming and how it can quietly derail careers if left unchecked. She describes the common experience of replaying performance reviews long after they happen, questioning our abilities, and letting a single piece of criticism overshadow everything else. Cindy focuses on how feedback often triggers imposter syndrome, especially in environments where scrutiny already feels high, and why learning to process criticism effectively is essential for building a resilient and successful career.  Cindy explains that our reactions to feedback are deeply connected to how our brains process perceived threats. Because of the brain's negativity bias, criticism can trigger a stress response that makes us defensive, emotional, or stuck replaying the conversation. She also highlights three red flags to watch for when receiving feedback, helping us recognize when criticism is useful and when it may simply be noise: 1. Distinguish between vague personal attacks and specific behavior-based feedback, 2. Pay attention to timing and setting, and 3. Notice when we start adding our own story.  To help us manage feedback more effectively, Cindy shares eight practical strategies for handling criticism without spiraling and instead turning it into useful information: 1. Pause before reacting to interrupt the emotional response, 2. Develop a feedback filter, 3. Seek clarification when feedback is vague or unclear, 4. Reframe the story we're telling ourselves about the feedback, 5. Look for patterns over time, 6. Respond thoughtfully instead of reacting impulsively, 7. Practice gratitude for the information, and 8. Restate and paraphrase the feedback to confirm understanding. By approaching criticism with curiosity and intention, Cindy reminds us that feedback doesn't have to become a spiral of self-doubt. Instead, it can become a powerful tool for growth, self-awareness, and building the career we truly want. Resources discussed in this episode: Guide to Handling Feedback Gracefully Astronomic Audio Confidence 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.

Interviews can feel overwhelming if you're not prepared, or worse, they can feel discouraging when you know you're qualified, yet you keep hearing “we went another direction.” In episode #153 of the 2B Bolder podcast, I'm joined by Gina Riley, a former Fortune 50 HR leader turned executive career strategist and author of Qualified Isn't Enough, to discuss what's really happening behind the scenes in executive hiring and why great résumés still fall flat without the right story. And yes, even if you're not an executive, this show has great takeaways for you!We dig into the hiring manager's reality: a requisition is funded to solve a specific business problem, and the candidate who wins is the one who positions themselves as the clearest solution. Gina shares how to “read the room” across every touch point, why every stakeholder is effectively a decision maker, and how to build a tight set of interview stories that prove leadership, judgment, and results without sounding like everyone else. We also talk about executive presence, including the subtle communication habits that can weaken confidence and decisiveness, especially for women navigating competitive leadership roles.Gina walks us through her Career Velocity Framework: clarifying your unique value proposition, capturing wins in a career data vault, tightening your “tell me about yourself,” then translating it all into a stronger LinkedIn profile, interview prep, and a relationship-driven job search strategy. We also get practical about today's job market, layoffs, and how informational interviews can guide AI skill building when the landscape changes too fast for generic advice.If you're planning a career transition or you're in the middle of one, stop what you're doing and listen now, then subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review so more women in business and tech can find these career strategy tools.  Gina is amazing at knowing the ins and outs of navigating these waters, so you don't have to go it alone. Resources: Gina Riley on LinkedIn Gina Riley Consulting Get the LinkedIn Visibility Foundation. Use coupon code: "BOLDER" to receive $50 off.

In this episode, I sit down with career coach and podcast host Randi Roberts to talk about career transitions, leadership courage, and how to recognize when you've outgrown a chapter of your professional life.After spending 30 years in the pharmaceutical industry, Randi shares what led her to pivot into coaching, how she helps clients navigate uncertainty, and why understanding yourself is one of the most powerful tools in building a fulfilling career.We also explore how to rebuild confidence after setbacks, what to do when change is imposed through layoffs or restructuring, and why careers should never be viewed as lifetime decisions.✨ Key highlights from our conversation: • How to recognize the early signs that it may be time for a career change • Why leadership courage matters in today's workplace • How to rebuild confidence after a professional setback • What to focus on during uncertainty, layoffs, or organizational change • Why self-reflection is essential before making career decisionsOne of my favorite reminders from this conversation: you are in the driver's seat of your career more than you think.Randi also shares her free Career Satisfaction Assessment Tool, designed to help listeners evaluate key areas of career fulfillment and identify what may need attention in their current season.Connect with Randi: Website:  www.randirobertscoaching.comPodcast and YouTube channel:  Fulfilling Career Happy LifeLink to Career Satisfaction Assessment:  https://www.corlinroberts.net/resources-for-fchlConnect with Liz:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizcareercoaching/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/lizcareercoaching/Website: Lizcareercoaching.net Email: lizcareercoaching@gmail.com40 Best Career Coach Podcasts100 Best Coaching PodcastsSupport the show

In this episode of the podcast, we catch up with Greg French. Greg is a Career Coach with our Professional Degree Programs Career team. We talk with Greg about what led him to career coaching, what he enjoys about his work, as well as what brought him to Darden. Greg works closely with our MSBA students, and he also shares his insights about career resources and outcomes for MSBA students.  For more insights, tips, and stories about the Darden experience, be sure to check out the Discover Darden Admissions blog and follow us on Instagram @dardenmba.

In this episode, Cindy explores the difficult but important truth that sometimes professional relationships that appear supportive are actually holding us back. She discusses how loyalty, especially in competitive or male-dominated industries, can quietly become a trap. As professionals, we pride ourselves on being dependable team players, but over time, that loyalty can keep us stuck in roles or environments that no longer align with who we've become. Instead of encouragement, we may receive concern or subtle pressure that discourages us from growing or taking risks, and keeps the status quo intact. Cindy unpacks how manipulation can hide behind mentorship or investment in someone's success. When colleagues or mentors question our loyalty for considering new opportunities or frame our ambitions as risky or unrealistic, it can create self-doubt and hesitation. Cindy describes four real consequences of staying loyal and not making changes for ourselves: 1. Slow burn of resentment, 2. Erosion of self-trust, 3. Missing opportunities, and 4. Ending up in a state of high-functioning misery. Cindy discusses how to recognize when loyalty has crossed the line into liability and what we can do about it. She outlines key warning signs in professional relationships, offers strategies for setting boundaries around advice, and highlights ways to make career decisions based on alignment rather than guilt. Cindy emphasizes that growth often requires difficult conversations and the courage to choose a path others may not understand. Letting go of relationships that keep us playing small isn't about ingratitude; it's about honoring personal growth and trusting the ability to move forward. Resources discussed in this episode: Guide to Building Your Challenge Network Astronomic Audio Confidence 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 episode, Cindy Esliger challenges the conventional advice that building a strong support network is essential for career success. While cheerleaders who validate our experiences and celebrate our wins are important, they can also unintentionally keep us stuck. When everyone around us agrees with our perspective, we risk creating an echo chamber, one that reinforces our frustrations without pushing us to try new strategies. Being “right” about workplace bias or systemic challenges doesn't automatically move us closer to goals if our approach isn't evolving. Cindy introduces the concept of a Challenge Network, a small group of thoughtful, invested people who care enough about our success to question our assumptions and expose blind spots. These are not critics who tear us down, but strategic thinkers who stretch perspectives. She outlines six practical steps to build and use this kind of network effectively: 1. Think like a scientist, 2. Assemble a challenge network intentionally, 3. Create distance from our own thinking, 4. Know when to rethink and when to commit, 5. Manage the identity shift, 6. Use feedback without becoming a people pleaser.  Ultimately, Cindy reframes confidence not as certainty in what we already know, but as confidence in our ability to learn. In male-dominated or complex workplaces, cognitive flexibility becomes a competitive advantage. The professionals who advance aren't just talented, they're willing to rethink their strategies when the evidence demands it. If we want to stop sabotaging our success, it may be time to surround ourselves with people who challenge us to grow, not just those who applaud us for staying the same. Resources discussed in this episode: Guide to Building Your Challenge Network Astronomic Audio Confidence 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 today's ICYMI, where we kick off the week with a quick game-changing tip from past episodes that you might have missed.  What achievement would feel like "enough" for you? Is there a level of success you'd ever be totally satisfied with? If you're an over-achiever that's always chasing what's next, this one's for you. We're throwing it back to this potent conversation with Leisse Wilcox, where we unpack the never-ending pursuit of more achievement, the 4 "P"s of self-sabotage (from perfectionism to people-pleasing) and how to actually feel like enough.  Leisse is a keynote speaker, leadership consultant, performance coach, emotional intelligence expert and two-times best-selling author. Known as “the Marie Kondo of your Unconscious”, She helps clients and businesses turns self-sabotage into success in each of life's cornerstone areas, combining strategic consulting and therapeutic coaching tools.  Follow Leisse on Instagram and check out her website.  Read Leisse's bestselling books, To Call Myself Beloved and Alone: The Truth + Beauty of Belonging. Listen to our full episode here. Tune in every Monday for an expert dose of life advice in under 10 minutes. For advertising and sponsorship inquiries, please contact Frequency Podcast Network. Sign up for our monthly adulting newsletter:teachmehowtoadult.ca/newsletter Follow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultmedia@gillian.bernerFollow on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadultSubscribe on YouTube

I am so excited to introduce you to Vicki, a powerhouse entrepreneur who is proving that career curveballs can be turned into your greatest wins! Vicki was a senior leader in the gaming industry when her studio unexpectedly closed. Instead of rushing back into the 9-to-5 grind, she leaned into her passion for tech and mentoring to build a business on her own terms. The "One Thing" Strategy Vicki didn't just become "a coach." She narrowed her focus to a specific niche: helping Gameplay Programmers integrate AI into their workflow. She's moving beyond the fear of "AI stealing jobs" and showing pros how to use it to amplify their skills and efficiency. How She's Winning: The 5 AM Club: Before her studio closed, Vicki dedicated her early mornings to writing book chapters and building her foundation. Imperfect Action: She started with free practice sessions to validate her coaching, which quickly turned into powerful testimonials and even a paid speaking gig! Scalable Success: She's already mapped out her year—moving from 1:1 coaching to digital products so she can enjoy more time with her son and the freedom of the laptop lifestyle. Vicki's Words of Wisdom: "Just get started. You can get stuck in the planning phase and never go anywhere. Take the step, try it... and learn by doing." Vicki is a testament to what happens when you commit and take those "baby steps" every single week.

In this episode, Lauren turns the mic on co-host Marnie Lemonik to unpack her journey from corporate professional to Career Coach.Marnie shares the behind-the-scenes story of how she “shot her shot” with Career Contessa years before officially joining the team, what pushed her to start coaching and how she financially (and mentally) prepared to bet on herself. If you've ever considered starting your own thing, whether as a side hustle or full-time job, this is for you.You'll Learn:The timing and circumstances that led Marnie to transition from corporate to coaching What it actually looks like to build a side business before leaving your full-time jobThe importance of financial preparation and rejecting the “struggle to hustle” mindsetThe entrepreneurial skill of “figuring it out” (and why self-trust is everything)Show NotesWeekly Newsletter Sign-Up: http://bit.ly/37hqtQW Follow Career Contessa: http://bit.ly/2TMH2QP Marnie's Podcast (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/show/7KaVZm8QWlC8RWwiajYcs9?si=a2a5187a63674a76 Marnie's Podcast (Apple): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ask-marnie/id1875804683 Marnie's Career Contessa Articles: https://www.careercontessa.com/meet-the-team/Marnie-Lemonik/87101/ Follow Marnie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marnielemonik/ Follow Lauren on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenmcgoodwin/ Resources Marnie's Resume Template: https://www.marnielemonik.com/resources/p/template-marnies-resume-with-written-examples 10% Discount Code: CCPOD The Job Search Dashboard: https://careercontessa.teachable.com/p/the-job-search-dashboard-notion-template?affcode=70732_cx6_j5wnCareerFitter Online Assessment:https://www.careerfitter.com/free_test/careerbuilder?afid=2218Career Contessa ResourcesBook 1:1 career coaching session: https://www.careercontessa.com/hire-a-mentor/ Take an online course: https://www.careercontessa.com/education/ Get your personalized salary report: https://www.careercontessa.com/the-salary-project/ Browse open jobs: https://www.careercontessa.com/jobs/SponsorsSign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at shopify.com/careercontessa. Take back control of your business today. Open a Found account for FREE at Found.com dot com. Found is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services are provided by Lead Bank, Member FDIC. Share a little extra love this February in comfort that truly feels special. Head to cozyearth.com and use my code CONTESSA for up to 20% off.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

n this episode, I explore a reality many professionals are experiencing right now: choosing to stay in their current role during an uncertain job market. With hiring slowing and job transitions happening less frequently, more professionals are embracing what economists call a “no hire, no fire” labor market.But staying doesn't have to mean stagnating.I walk you through how to make this season intentional and strategic. I explain the difference between strategic staying vs. fear-based staying, and share practical ways to grow, build skills, and prepare for future opportunities while remaining in your current role.You'll learn how to track your wins, identify energizing work, leverage your strengths, expand your network, and invest in professional development so that when the time comes to move, you do it with clarity and confidence not urgency or burnout.This episode is a reminder that growth doesn't always require a leap. Sometimes the most powerful move is preparing quietly and intentionally.Connect with me:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizcareercoaching/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/lizcareercoaching/Website: Lizcareercoaching.net Email: lizcareercoaching@gmail.com40 Best Career Coach Podcasts100 Best Coaching PodcastsSupport the show

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.  Your to-do list Is lying to you… not everything is urgent, and productivity isn't about doing more. It's about doing what matters most. As Greg McKeown says: “When you prioritize the important over the urgent, you don't just get more done, you get the right things done.” And that's the difference between a busy life and a meaningful one. We're throwing it back to 3 practical steps to master prioritization using principles from productivity minimalism and Essentialism. We cover the Law of Inverse Prioritization, and effective decision-making questions to filter every task and commitment. Listen to our full episode here. Resources mentioned: Greg McKeown's Instagram video Greg's book and academy on Essentialism Tune in every Monday for an expert dose of life advice in under 10 minutes. Sign up for our monthly adulting newsletter:teachmehowtoadult.ca/newsletter Follow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultmedia@gillian.bernerFollow on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadultSubscribe on YouTube

Feeling lost in your career? Questioning your life direction? So many of us spend our 20s and 30s chasing the job titles we're told we “should” have, lofty income goals, or status, only to end up feeling disconnected, unfulfilled, and like we've sold our soul along the way.What if the answer to career clarity and job satisfaction isn't ahead of you… it's behind you?Research shows that people whose adult careers align with their early interests experience higher job satisfaction, better income, and greater educational attainment. If you loved writing, building, organizing, performing, asking questions, leading groups, solving problems, or creating things as a kid, those patterns can still guide what feels meaningful and easeful in adulthood.So in today's episode, we explore how your childhood interests and your true nature as a kid can offer clues for what will bring you long-term career fulfillment — and why reconnecting with who you were as a child is an evidence-based career strategy.Tune in to hear about:Why so many adults feel lost or misaligned in their careersThe disconnect between societal expectations and your authentic selfHow your childhood “essence” reveals your natural strengthsPrompts to uncover your core natureThe new research linking childhood interests to adult job satisfactionHow interests are often more stable than personality traitsHolland's RIASEC career theory in the 6 interest categoriesHow to use your younger self as a practical career compassFor advertising and sponsorship inquiries, please contact Frequency Podcast Network. Sign up for our monthly adulting newsletter:teachmehowtoadult.ca/newsletter Follow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultmedia@gillian.bernerFollow on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadultSubscribe on YouTube

“There's power in people and in stories” on the Daily Grind ☕️, your weekly goal-driven podcast. This episode features Kelly Johnson @kellyfastruns and special guest Caitlin Magidson @caitlinmagidson, who is a licensed psychotherapist and certified career coach who blends mental health expertise with strategic career guidance. Caitlin works with clients 1:1 in therapy, in career coaching, and in group programs through her private practice. And now, she's launching a powerful new offering — The Career Design Program — a 10-week, high-touch experience designed to help you redefine what's next in your career so you can wake up each day knowing exactly where you're headed. No more guessing, spiraling, or staying stuck.S8 Episode 38: 1/29/2026Featuring Kelly Johnson with Special Guest Caitlin MagidsonFollow Our Podcast:Instagram: @dailygrindpod https://www.instagram.com/dailygrindpod/  X: @dailygrindpod https://x.com/dailygrindpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dailygrindpodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dailygrindpodPodcast Website: https://direct.me/dailygrindpod   Follow Our Special Guest:Website: https://www.caitlinmagidson.com/the-career-design-program Instagram: @caitlinmagidson https://www.instagram.com/caitlinmagidson/

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