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SEGMENT 3: GEN Z JOB STRUGGLES AND THE TRADES REVIVAL Guest: Chris Riegel, Co-Host: Jim McTague Riegel explains how artificial intelligence eliminates entry-level white-collar positions, leaving Gen Z struggling to launch careers in traditional professions. Meanwhile, skilled trades offer prosperity since AI cannot replicate physical work. Young people working with their hands find better opportunities than peers pursuing displaced office jobs.1825 BRUSSELS
Habitat Podcast #368 - In today's episode of The Habitat Podcast, we are back in the studio with Bobby Kendall! We discuss: Bobby left pharmacy school to chase a gut feeling Guiding accelerated his learning curve fast The Midwest shaped his whitetail mindset Experience matters more than theory Early mistakes became long-term lessons Saying yes created unexpected opportunities Big deer come from understanding pressure Careers don't have to follow a straight line Real reps beat perfect plans Passion sustained the long grind And So Much More! Shop the new Amendment Collection from Vitalize Seed here: https://vitalizeseed.com/collections/new-natural-amendments PATREON - Patreon - Habitat Podcast Brand new HP Patreon for those who want to support the Habitat Podcast. Good luck this Fall and if you have a question yourself, just email us @ info@habitatpodcast.com -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Patreon - Habitat Podcast Latitude Outdoors - Saddle Hunting: https://bit.ly/hplatitude Stealth Strips - Stealth Outdoors: Use code Habitat10 at checkout https://bit.ly/stealthstripsHP Midwest Lifestyle Properties - https://bit.ly/3OeFhrm Vitalize Seed Food Plot Seed - https://bit.ly/vitalizeseed Down Burst Seeders - https://bit.ly/downburstseeders 10% code: HP10 Morse Nursery - http://bit.ly/MorseTrees 10% off w/code: HABITAT10 Packer Maxx - http://bit.ly/PACKERMAXX $25 off with code: HPC25 First Lite - https://bit.ly/3EDbG6P LAND PLAN Property Consultations – HP Land Plans: LAND PLANS Leave us a review for a FREE DECAL - https://apple.co/2uhoqOO Morse Nursery Tree Dealer Pricing – info@habitatpodcast.com Habitat Podcast YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmAUuvU9t25FOSstoFiaNdg Email us: info@habitatpodcast.com habitat management / deer habitat / food plots / hinge cut / food plot Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#thePOZcast is proudly brought to you by Fountain - the leading enterprise platform for workforce management. Our platform enables companies to support their frontline workers from job application to departure. Fountain elevates the hiring, management, and retention of frontline workers at scale.To learn more, please visit: https://www.fountain.com/?utm_source=shrm-2024&utm_medium=event&utm_campaign=shrm-2024-podcast-adam-posner.Thanks for listening, and please follow us on Insta @NHPTalent and www.youtube.com/thePOZcastFor all episodes, please check out www.thePOZcast.com Takeaways- The biggest misconception is that most people are excited about transformation.- A small percentage of the workforce drives the majority of results.- The top 20% of employees contribute to 80% of outcomes.- The top 1% can drive a quarter of the results.- Most employees are tied to their current work methods.- Transformation may not feel significant to the majority.- Business leaders often assume support without engagement.- Engaging employees is crucial for successful transformation.- There is often an under-investment in change management.- Leaders must facilitate change rather than just declare it. 00:00 – Welcome & Jeff's Backstory in HR TransformationAdam kicks off the POZcast and introduces Jeff Williams, president and CFO at Aptia, walking through his career leading massive HR and business transformation efforts at Paychex, ADP, Alight, Aon and more.01:13 – Growing Up With a Self-Made FatherJeff shares his family story: born Canadian, raised American, youngest of eight, and the journey of his dad going from drafting apprentice to CEO at the same company over 33 years—and the lessons embedded in that.02:35 – Early Lessons: Hard Work, Humor & LossJeff reflects on what he learned from his father before losing him at 19: the value of hard work, eating fast at a crowded table, and keeping humor and lightness at the center of life and leadership.03:45 – From Telecom to the People Business (ADP Entry Point)Jeff explains how he moved from technology and telecom into human capital, taking on the role leading ADP's Canadian operations and discovering the power of the HR and benefits space.04:38 – Hiring at a High Bar: Talent, Drive & InstinctsAdam asks how Jeff hired to ADP's level. Jeff lays out his hiring philosophy: ambition beyond natural gifts, complementary skills, people better than him in key areas—and why he trusts his instincts on fit.06:25 – Real Leadership: Hiring People Better Than YouThey dig into succession, “making yourself dispensable,” and the idea that if you can't take a vacation without everything falling apart, that's a failure of leadership, not a badge of honor.07:30 – Pre-Email Days & The Human Side of WorkJeff remembers the 286/386 era and talks about how, before digital tools, people invested more in each other in person—inside and outside of work—and how that shaped deeper relationships.08:43 – Remote Work, COVID, and an Isolated WorkforceThey go deep on the pandemic: the rapid shift home, the early productivity spike, inflation pressures, relocation, and the rise of isolation and mental health issues as remote work took hold.11:10 – Young Workers, Office Longing & Loyalty ShiftsAdam shares what he's seeing with candidates who actually want to be in-office to learn through osmosis. Jeff talks about building the next generation of leaders and how in-person time rebuilds fabric and loyalty.13:32 – Mental Health, Home Setups & Productivity RealityThey unpack the assumption that everyone has an ideal home workspace—calling out caregiving, cramped spaces, kids, and distractions—and how that's quietly driving some people back to the office.14:51 – Why Jeff Bet on Aptia & the Move to BostonJeff explains what drew him to Aptia: the chance to build something differentiated and lasting, formalize his cross-border life, and finally live and work in the same country as his family.17:42 – The Big Vision: Building the Best Benefits Company in AmericaJeff outlines his ambition to build the best (not necessarily biggest) benefits services and administration company—one loved by clients, employees, and partners while supporting the communities they serve.19:04 – Benefits as a Talent Magnet: Total Rewards, Not Just SalaryThey talk about smart candidates, how benefits (health, financial, time off, ancillary) close offers, and why companies need to position total rewards early and clearly in the hiring process.21:13 – Closing the Benefits Understanding GapJeff shares the reality: most employees don't fully understand or appreciate their benefits. He talks about accessibility, education, and surfacing value in ways employees actually grasp.22:33 – Introducing Aptia One: Seamless, AI-Led Benefits ExperienceJeff breaks down Aptia One—how it's designed to create simple, AI-led, consumer-grade experiences for employees, employers, and partners across phone, web, and natural language interfaces.25:14 – How Jeff Is Personally Upskilling in AIJeff shares his approach to AI as a leader: consuming everything he can, learning from experts, applying lessons from previous waves of tech disruption, and staying hyper-relevant to where markets are heading.26:54 – Realistic AI: Simplicity, Accuracy & Avoiding AI-WashingThey discuss using AI to simplify journeys, NOT over-hyping capabilities, and why, in a business where you must be nearly 100% accurate on benefits, you must apply AI carefully and responsibly.28:43 – The Hard Truth About TransformationJeff calls out a big misconception: leaders assume everyone's excited about transformation. He explains why frontline employees often aren't enlisted as deeply as leaders think and why change enablement is under-invested.30:18 – Service, Soul & Corporate PhilanthropyThe conversation shifts to service: Jeff's history with DEI, United Way, and community work, and why doing something for others makes him feel more complete as a human and leader.31:25 – Why People Want Companies With a SoulJeff explains how corporate philanthropy, whether via one flagship cause or hyper-local initiatives, shapes belonging, engagement, and the desire to work for companies that care about more than profit.33:55 – Jeff's Son's Cancer Journey & Life Perspective ShiftsJeff shares the powerful story of his son Kevin's osteosarcoma diagnosis at 13, the grueling treatment, and how that battle reshaped his view on perseverance, priorities, and what really matters.36:26 – Adam's Own Cancer Battle & Shared PerspectiveAdam opens up about his recent Hodgkin's lymphoma remission, the physical and emotional toll, and how surviving cancer reframes life, work, and gratitude for both of them.40:04 – What Keeps Jeff Up at Night: Stewardship & FamilyJeff talks about being a “work in progress,” how life is now about his kids, his wife, and his responsibilities, and the ongoing chase to be a good steward for his family, business, and community.41:48 – Optimism About Humanity & The Future of BenefitsJeff shares a global perspective: wherever he goes, people want similar things for their families and communities. He then lays out the “big three” of benefits—health, wealth, and time off—as core holdings.43:26 – Designing Benefits Like a PortfolioThey dig into tailoring benefits to your population (e.g., menopause benefits, pet insurance, nonprofit-oriented perks), feeding what works, starving what doesn't, and iterating to truly serve your people.44:37 – Redefining Success: Energy for the Journey AheadIn closing, Jeff defines success not by titles or money, but by whether you still wake up excited for what's ahead—at work, at home, on the golf course, and in life overall.46:08 – Wrap-Up & Where to Find Jeff and AptiaAdam closes the episode, sharing where listeners can learn more about Aptia, connect with Jeff on LinkedIn, and reminding everyone to review, subscribe, and keep being good to themselves and better to others.
Entrepreneur and sales strategist Doug Brown joins me to unpack what really happens when success collapses—and why the ability to rebuild matters more than avoiding failure.Most business conversations glamorize wins and sanitize losses. This episode does neither. Doug Brown and I walk through the uncomfortable reality of losing millions, starting over with almost nothing, and repeatedly reinventing yourself when the old path no longer works. From early failures in telecom and software to rebuilding after financial wipeouts, Doug shares what persistence actually looks like beyond motivational slogans.We explore why “safe careers” are an illusion, how low burn rates create optionality, and why scrimping alone won't build a meaningful life. This is a candid conversation about volatility, personal identity, money, family, regret, and why wisdom often comes from getting knocked down—then learning how to get up faster the next time.The lesson isn't masochism or chaos. It's designing a life and business resilient enough to absorb hits without losing yourself in the process.TL;DR* Reinvention isn't a phase—it's a permanent skill in modern life.* Failure isn't the problem; slow recovery time is.* Low burn rates create flexibility and asymmetric upside.* “Safe” careers can disappear faster than risky ones.* Wealth without alignment creates loneliness, not freedom.* Cash flow matters more than cash hoarding.* Regret comes more from inaction than from failed attempts.Memorable Lines* “It's not the setback—it's how fast you recover.”* “Live modestly so your life becomes a call option.”* “Money lets you arrive at your problems in style.”* “You only have to get it right once to set yourself free.”* “All the chips get pushed back to the middle eventually.”GuestDoug Brown — Entrepreneur, sales strategist, and founder of CEO Sales StrategiesFormer president of Tony Robbins' companies, advisor to global organizations, and veteran of 37 businesses across multiple industries.
If you've ever started the year with big career goals—only to lose steam by spring—this episode is for you. Career coach Michelle Schafer shares her quarterly career playbook: a simple, structured approach to keep your professional growth on track all year long. Learn how to break your goals into manageable chunks, build momentum each quarter, and stay accountable to your future self.You'll learn:How to create a quarterly framework that keeps your career goals realistic and sustainableThe right way to initiate career development conversations with your managerSimple ways to stay visible, build new skills, and celebrate progress—without burning outShow NotesWeekly Newsletter Sign-Up: http://bit.ly/37hqtQW Guest Resources:Self-marketing episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/creative-techniques-to-master-self-marketing-how-to/id1434354911?i=1000706486616 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleschafercoaching/ Website: https://mschafercoaching.ca/ Free offer #1: A free chapter from my book - sign up here: https://mschafercoaching.ca/cultivatingcareergrowth/ Order my book Cultivating Career Growth: Navigating Transitions with Purpose here: https://mschafercoaching.ca/cultivatingcareergrowth/ Free offer #2: Download the reflection tool Career Focus Framework here: https://mschafercoaching.ca/gain-clarity-and-confidence-in-your-job-search/ Email me here: michelle@mschafercoaching.caBook a complimentary 30 min discovery call with me here: https://calendly.com/coaching-with-michelle-schafer Career 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/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Careers don't develop all at once — they unfold through psychological phases across the lifespan. And for gay men, that path often looks very different from the one straight men inherit. In this episode, Ken Howard, LCSW, CST, maps the developmental stages of a gay man's career — from early achievement and identity formation, through ambition, visibility, and midlife reassessment, to senior authority, retirement, and legacy. Drawing on Erik Erikson's lifespan psychology and over 30 years of clinical experience, he explores why many gay men tie self-worth to performance, use work as a substitute for belonging, and experience midlife not as a crisis, but as a psychological review. If you've ever felt behind, over-identified with your career, or unsure what your next chapter is supposed to be, this episode offers a developmental lens that replaces shame with context — and confusion with clarity.
What if one of the best-performing investments over the last few decades wasn't stocks, real estate, or gold — but LEGO? It sounds absurd, yet when researchers tracked the resale value of LEGO sets, they found returns that beat many traditional investments. We begin by looking at which sets gain value, why they do, and what makes some toys unexpectedly valuable. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0275531921001604 Life rarely goes according to plan. Careers shift, relationships change, health issues arise, and unexpected events force us to adapt — often before we feel ready. Since change is unavoidable, the real question becomes: how do you respond when life throws you off course? Maya Shankar joins me with powerful insights on navigating uncertainty and finding meaning when plans fall apart. Maya is a cognitive scientist, former senior advisor in the Obama White House, Senior Director of Behavioral Economics at Google, host of A Slight Change of Plans, and author of The Other Side of Change: Who We Become When Life Makes Other Plans (https://amzn.to/4qAad5U) Time is one of the few constants in life — yet our experience of it is anything but constant. Why does time seem to fly on vacation but crawl in traffic? Why do many people feel that time speeds up as they get older? And what is time, really? Sten Odenwald helps untangle these questions. He's a longtime astronomer, Director of NASA's STEM Resource Development Project, and author of The Essential Book of Time (https://amzn.to/3N6qNfm). And finally, legendary relationship researcher John Gottman says long-term relationships don't succeed because of romance, passion, or even communication skills alone. Instead, they hinge on just two essential qualities — and without them, relationships are likely doomed. Listen to find out what they are. https://www.businessinsider.com/lasting-relationships-rely-on-2-traits-2014-11 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jim Bennitt, co-founder of Tejas Yoga and founder of Yoga for Grapplers, talks with J about the trajectory and evolution of Gen-x yoga careers. They discuss the yoga wave that started in the early nineties, old-school classroom dynamics, finding community, appeal of Jiu-Jitsu, cult aspects across different modalities, discernment of alignment, opening a center in the golden years, functional movement, accessibility, male friendships, post pandemic numbers, people leaving yoga, and the inspirational sparks that keep us motivated. To subscribe and support the show… GET PREMIUM. Say thank you - buy J a coffee. Check out J's other podcast… J. BROWN YOGA THOUGHTS.
Should you become a pilot in 2026? Today we dive deeper into the hiring outlook for 2026 and beyond. If you want monthly updates and access to the pilot interview course and mentorship community visit https://valeri-aviation.thinkific.com/courses/group-career-coaching Pilot Hiring Outlook 2026 Questions: feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com Mentorship: https://valeri-aviation.thinkific.com/courses/group-career-coaching Use the coupon code “CoachItForward” for the first month free. One-On-One … Continue reading ACP445 Pilot Hiring Outlook 2026 → The post ACP445 Pilot Hiring Outlook 2026 appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.
Send us a textWhat if the “safe” healthcare career isn't actually the smarter financial move?In this episode, we break down the real numbers behind becoming a physical therapist versus a personal trainer. Tuition costs, certification timelines, starting salaries, raises, student loan interest, income caps, and long term take home pay.We compare a $250,000 Doctor of Physical Therapy path (with 6.8% interest and $3,000 monthly loan payments) against a $1,500 personal training certification, and examine what happens over a ten year window when one career starts earning immediately and the other spends seven years in school.This isn't about bashing physical therapy. If you're called to clinical rehab inside the healthcare system, PT can be the right choice. But if you care about speed to income, lower debt risk, transferable skills, and scalable opportunity, personal training deserves a serious look.We also unpack:• how raises actually work (not just on paper)• why early income compounds harder than higher starting salaries• realistic salary caps in both careers• ownership, management, and online coaching paths• the myth that personal training “isn't a real career”If this breakdown helped clarify your path, subscribe, share it with someone weighing these careers, and drop a comment telling us which route you're choosing, and why.Support the showLearn More at: www.Redefine-Fitness.com
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Welcome to the Reinvention Roadmap mini-series during the month of January with Brave Women at Work and Jenn Smith, my friend and colleague of Flourish Careers. This series will run on January 15th, January 22nd and January 29th.Jenn and I were chatting the Thrive in '25 Women's Conference last summer, and podcast ideas just started pouring out of us! I told her that I was in this weird middle ground with my work clothes, for example. She told me that this was a sign I was in the middle of a deep career reinvention and that I had to pay attention! So, I guess my desire to burn my suits on my front lawn like the old move Waiting to Exhale was telling me something?In this three-part series, Jenn and I dive into the following:Signs You Need to Leave Corporate or Make a Big Change – that's what we cover in today's showHow to Redefine Success & the Power of Community in TransformationAnd the final show touches on Practical Steps to Reinvent Your CareerThese shows are shorter than my typical normal length – 30 minutes, but they are power-packed. If you have a deep desire for change in 2026, listen in and take notes!Here is more about Jenn:Jennifer Smith Jenn believes career success doesn't have to be at the expense of living a radiantly happy + healthy lifestyle. Before she became a career coach and HR consultant for heart-based professionals, her roots were deeply grounded in corporate America, including 15 years in HR departments at Fortune 200 organizations. Now as a career coach and consultant, she has had the honor of supporting thousands of professionals around the world by assisting them with discovering and pursuing career intentions better aligned with their hearts and spirits while prioritizing well-being—and she believes we're all the better for it.It's time to stop applying to all those jobs that...don't exactly get you excited anyway. Using a proven, HEART-based approach, Jenn will help you cultivate a better path, confidently pursue new opportunities, and find the place where you belong.
On today's edition of The Drive, Hart, Fitzy and Ted revisit NESN Bruins analyst Andrew Raycroft's comparison of Zdeno Chara and Tom Brady, Tom E. Curran's expectations for how Drake Maye will perform against the Texans on Sunday, and NFL analyst Greg Cosell's refutation of Patriots' LB Robert Spillane's postgame comments from last weekend.
Marcelo Lebre is the Co-founder and President of Remote, the payroll and international employment company.Remote is one of today's most underrated software companies. We get into why payroll is such a hard problem, why most of the industry still runs on spreadsheets, the edge cases of software meeting government, and a diagnosis of Europe's regulation problem.We also talk through the journey trying 8 different startup ideas before Remote, how COVID changed the business overnight, and what he's learned about building culture and running remote teams.Thanks to Gillian O'Brien, Villi Iltchev, Andreas Klinger, Masha Bucher, and Marcelo's co-founder Job for helping brainstorm topics for this.Try Numeral, the end-to-end platform for sales tax and compliance: https://www.numeral.comSign-up for Flex Elite with code TURNER, get $1,000: https://form.typeform.com/to/Rx9rTjFzTimestamps:(3:22) Gaming with kids(6:05) Hundreds of millions in revenue in the most boring market(8:22) Payroll corporate spies(14:54) Why payroll tax is such a hard problem(19:46) Why tax is even more complicated outside the US(23:08) Legacy payroll still runs on manual spreadsheets(29:14) Remote's unfair advantage in AI(31:40) Building the global payroll API that didn't exist(38:06) Meeting his co-founder on a double date(42:04) Seven years of failed products before Remote(49:25) Launching Remote in 2019(52:39) Each year felt like a new apocalypse(59:25) Distributed teams must master async, document everything(1:02:42) Culture is what you tolerate(1:13:05) Europe's regulation problem and why it can't innovate(1:21:18) Why fundraising is so hard in Europe(1:28:23) Deleting spreadsheets to force automation(1:40:25) Burnout, health, fixing the system instead of grinding harder(1:47:57) Writing honestly about the hard parts of building companiesReferencedTry Remote: https://remote.com/Careers at Remote: https://remote.com/careersRemote Handbook: https://remotecom.notion.site/a3439c6ccaac4d5f8c7515c357345c11?v=8bb7f9be662f45da87ef4ab14a42be37The Toyota Way: https://www.amazon.com/Toyota-Way-Management-Principles-Manufacturer/dp/0071392319The Book of Five Rings: https://www.amazon.com/Book-Five-Rings-Miyamoto-Musashi/dp/1590309847Follow MarceloTwitter: https://x.com/marcelolebreLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcelolebreFollow TurnerTwitter: https://twitter.com/TurnerNovakLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/turnernovakSubscribe to my newsletter to get every episode + the transcript in your inbox every week: https://www.thespl.it/
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Most of us don't think of ourselves as playful — especially at work. Play can feel awkward, indulgent, or like something we were supposed to outgrow. But what if that discomfort is actually pointing us toward something essential? In this episode of Late Bloomer Living, Yvonne Marchese sits down with playful change maker Brandi Heather to explore why play feels so uncomfortable for adults — and why that resistance might be exactly the clue we're missing. For many of us, the word work no longer fits the shape of our lives — or it fits very differently than it once did. Careers change. Some end. Some slow down. But the work of living doesn't stop. And neither does our need for creativity, connection, and a sense of aliveness. Brandi spent over 20 years as a kinesiology and health sciences professor before bringing her work into organizations, helping teams use play (often without calling it that) to reduce stress, improve communication, and unlock creativity. This isn't about ping-pong tables in the break room or forced fun. It's about nervous system regulation, self-awareness, resilience, and creating environments — at work and beyond — where people feel confident, connected, and capable of doing their best work. If you've ever thought, “Play sounds nice, but I have deadlines,” this conversation is for you. This episode matters because play isn't a luxury — it's a missing piece in how we work, cope, and stay human as adults.
In this Season 10 debut of Dope Interviews, Warren Shaw welcomes corporate leader and author Beverly Vanterpool for a powerful discussion on career navigation, ambition, and building influence beyond traditional corporate ladders.Beverly shares her journey from the Caribbean to London, unpacks the hidden dynamics of corporate leadership, and explains why women, especially women of color, must focus on visibility, sponsorship, and community, not just hard work. She also discusses her book Build Your Table and the mission behind her podcast Stories By Career Sistas.This episode is a must-listen for anyone questioning their next career move or feeling stuck in systems not designed for them.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dope-interviews--5006633/support.Follow Dope Interviews on X: https://www.twitter.com/dope_interviewsFollow Warren Shaw on X: https://www.twitter.com/thewarrenshawFollow Warren on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thewarrenshawRock "Dope Interviews" gear: https://19-media-group.myspreadshop.comLooking to book a vacation? Our travel partner Exquiste Travel & Tours has you covered: Call 954-228-5479 or visit https://exquisitetravelandtours.com/Discover our favorite podcast gear and support the show—shop our studio must-haves on our Amazon Affiliate page! https://www.amazon.com/shop/19mediagroupWant to join the conversation or invite us to your platform? Connect with us and share your vision (budget-friendly collaborations welcome)! https://bit.ly/19Guest
For its 300th episode, Where Brains Meet Beauty highlights two women who prove that creative careers rarely follow a straight line. Celebrity hairstylist and makeup artist Sarai Martinez and influencer and UGC creator Tania Grover share how childhood dreams, unexpected pivots and sheer perseverance shaped the paths they are on today.Sarai always knew she wanted to be a hairstylist, even drafting a sixth grade project imagining her future salon career. But family expectations and finances pushed her into fashion school, then insurance work, then years of assisting in high-end Boston salons on late nights and little pay. Marriage, kids and discouraging mentors led to a long break before she rebuilt her confidence, found supportive leadership and stepped back into artistry full-time. Today she works with prestige clients, balances her “Sarai by Day” influencer presence and stays grounded by choosing collaboration over diva moments on set.Tania's journey started in high school with dance videos she posted “for fun” until brands began sliding into her DMs. Content creation followed her through college ambassador gigs, paid brand deals and internships she earned through her TikTok skills. Still, she keeps a full-time tech job that offers stability and flexibility while she builds her creator career. Her schedule is relentless - early mornings filming, editing during commutes, posting across multiple accounts but she thrives on the structure and maintains tight creative control, supported by a manager who handles negotiations.Both women talk openly about burnout, comparison, the pressure to constantly post and the often hidden emotional labor behind both artistry and influencing. Their shared message: trust your path, turn the detours into fuel, and don't underestimate the power of a “practical” job to give you freedom, options and the confidence to say no.
Before you set another career goal, hit pause — it's time for a career audit. Career coach and product marketing pro Saniya Waghray Tyagi shares how to reflect on the past year, clarify what's working (and what's not), and set intentional goals that align your energy, environment, and ambitions for 2026.You'll learn:The five key areas to evaluate in your career audit — and how to spot when you're overdue for one.How to turn reflection into action using Saniya's “power of three” goal-setting method.Simple tools to make your audit feel doable — including the “Skill-Based Smile File.”Show NotesWeekly Newsletter Sign-Up: http://bit.ly/37hqtQW Guest Resources:Work 1:1 with Saniya: https://www.careercontessa.com/hire-a-mentor/profile/Saniya-WaghrayTyagi/32470/ Amanda Goetz - ‘Life's a Game' bloghttps://amandagoetz.kit.com/posts/life-s-a-game-your-2024-game-plan?ref=life-creators.club And how to evolve at the 6-month mark: https://x.com/AmandaMGoetz/status/1774770294810452031 Expect to Win by Carla Harris: https://www.amazon.com/Expect-Win-Strategies-Thriving-Workplace/dp/0452295904/ ‘The First 90 Days' - Michael D Watkins: https://www.amazon.com/First-90-Days-Strategies-Expanded/dp/1422188612/ Career 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/ SponsorStop waiting and start selling with Shopify. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at shopify.com/careercontessa. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Sculpting mullets on Havanese, enduring countless bites, and surviving level-five furnadoes with Aaron Williams, a dog groomer in Alabama. Why is the grooming table his most powerful psychological tool? And which part of the grooming process is most dreaded by dogs?You can see Aaron in action at his YouTube channel.Want more episodes featuring professions who work with animals? We've spoken with a veterinarian, a cattle rancher, and a dog trainer.WANT MORE EPISODE SUGGESTIONS? Grab our What It's Like To Be... "starter pack". It's a curated Spotify playlist with some essential episodes from our back catalogue. GOT A COMMENT OR SUGGESTION? Email us at jobs@whatitslike.com FOR SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: Email us at partnerships@whatitslike.com WANT TO BE ON THE SHOW? Leave us a voicemail at (919) 213-0456. We'll ask you to answer two questions: 1. What's a word or phrase that only someone from your profession would be likely to know and what does it mean? 2. What's a specific story you tell your friends that happened on the job? It could be funny, sad, anxiety-making, pride-inducing or otherwise. We can't respond to every message, but we do listen to all of them! We'll follow up if it's a good fit.
This week's Tarp Find is about country music star Luke Combs going above & beyond to support his crew. Programming Note: Nothing is changing with Andrew's weekly interview episodes. Andrew's interview episodes will continue to be in your podcast feed every Thursday morning.
Hayley Rosenlund's career is a masterclass in navigating the high-pressure world of Capital Markets while maintaining personal integrity. From her early days at the LSE to leading sales teams in London and Paris, and eventually transitioning to executive coaching, her journey offers profound lessons on resilience, the "producer" mindset, and the evolving landscape of global finance.In this episode of Careers in Finance on FinPod, we explore the grit required to move from a support role to a top producer, the financial reality of the gender pay gap, and how to redefine success when your values shift.Navigating the Capital Markets Career PathHayley spent over a decade at RBC Capital Markets, specializing in fixed income sales. Her progression highlights the mental toughness required to thrive on a trading floor.The Shift to "Producer": Moving from a graduate role to a producer is one of the most significant hurdles in finance. Hayley explains that success in sales isn't just about "pitching hard," it relies on active listening and authenticity. Understanding a client's balance sheet and liquidity needs requires letting them speak first.The Impact of Automation & AI: Hayley witnessed the transition from voice-negotiated trades to Electronic and Portfolio Trading. With banks now executing massive blocks of risk (sometimes over €1 billion in a single trade), the role of the salesperson has moved from pure relationship management to complex execution expertise.The Financial Reality of Gender ParityAs a vocal advocate for gender equality in finance, Hayley provides a candid look at why women often drop out before reaching senior leadership, despite equal hiring at the entry level.Structural Changes Needed: To narrow the gender pay gap, Hayley argues for a shift toward Parental Leave (rather than just maternity leave) to level the playing field for hiring managers. She also highlights the need for dedicated mentorship to help women navigate mid-career inflections.Success Redefined: The "90-Year-Old" FrameworkThe transition from a high-earning banking role to executive coaching was driven by a realignment of core values. Hayley shares a powerful construct for anyone considering a career pivot: The 90-Year-Old Question. Imagine yourself at 90 looking back at your life. What would make you feel proud? What contribution did you make? This focus on purpose over "self-image" is what allowed her to step away from the corporate ladder to focus on human-centric leadership and narrowing the gender gap.
Have a marketing question? Text it here!Follow-Up Protects Move-InsWhat happens after that first call matters more than most owners realize.In this episode of Start With Occupancy, Tiffany explores why even well-run communities miss move in opportunities and how to build follow-up systems that works. You'll learn how to design follow-up that is both efficient for your team and human for families, so no one falls through the cracks when days get busy.You'll hear how to balance efficiency with empathy, so your systems support your team and the families you serve.In This Episode:Why follow-up failures are usually systemic, not personalThe hidden cost of “checking the box” instead of staying connectedA simple framework to help you stay responsive without burning outOne practical step you can implement this weekKey Takeaway To Remember:Follow-up isn't about persistence.It's about presence.Free Resource:COMING SOON: Discovery Call Template Want it early? Email: tiffany@startwithoccupancy.comWhat's Next:I'm gearing up for Selling Senior Living Coaching Series January 20th:Deep Dive Discovery (8 weeks program) Compass Rose XL cohort (12 months) for new owners or under 50% occupiedIf you're loving this series:Share this episode with another operator, we're all in this together!Subscribe so you don't miss the next part of the 21-Day All Things Senior Living Sales & Marketing.And if you're ready to increase your move-ins in 2026, join the Momentum Marketing Bootcamp. Founding cohort launches in January 22nd with special charter pricing.Take what you need. Share what helps. Come back for more.
This episode kicks off Prof G on Economics, a two-part Office Hours series focused on the forces shaping the economy and your financial life. Ed Elson and economic commentator Kyla Scanlon answer listener questions on whether young professionals should prioritize big-city careers over affordability, what the global focus on Greenland actually means for investors, and how financial literacy should be taught to the next generation. Want to be featured in a future episode? Send a voice recording to officehours@profgmedia.com, or drop your question in the r/ScottGalloway subreddit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode, Emily interviews Dr. Jim Gould and Lauren Celano, the co-hosts of Propelling Careers, about strategies for PhD job seekers, starting with an update on the PhD job market. They discuss how PhDs can figure out the salaries of various careers and particular jobs, including where they might fall within a posted salary range, and what benefits are offered at a company. They review where job seekers can go for both free and paid assistance. Finally, both Jim and Lauren give excellent financial advice related to job transitions.
Do you struggle to stay in one job for long?Are you looking for the perfect ADHD career fit? Do you find tasks that are a 'no-brainer' for your colleagues take you 5x as long to complete? If so, you're not broken - you're responding to how our ADHD brains are wired… and this episode is for you!We're unpacking why careers can feel so hard for ADHDers, why so many of us change jobs or directions regularly & why that's not a personal failing. I share my own very zig-zag career journey, the science behind ADHD & work & the patterns I see over and over again.We explore:Why ADHD brains crave novelty, challenge & urgency (hello dopamine!)Why admin, paperwork & “basic tasks” can be SO draining for usHow emotional sensitivity, RSD & toxic workplaces impact ADHD nervous systemsWhat actually helps ADHDers thrive at work (hint: job fit matters more than job title)We also dive into the ADHD Career Sweet Spot, the types of roles ADHDers often excel in & practical questions to help you figure out what's next - or how to fall back in love with the job you already have without burning everything down.If you've changed careers more times than you can count, feel quietly stuck, or wonder why work feels harder for you than it “should” - this episode will help you see yourself & your career through a much kinder & more understanding lens.Resources mentioned: Podcast ep #136 ADHD at Work: Your Rights, Reasonable Adjustments & When to Tell Your Boss with Jaime Rose-PeacockAdulting with ADHD & the Values Workshop LINKS TO GOOD SH*T:*Join Adulting with ADHD your ADHD toolbox & everything you need to work with your brain*Get our AI ADHD Coach in your pocket! *12 Things I wished my Doctor had told me about Adult ADHD*Find out if you might be living with ADHD - Download Symptoms List*Check out Courses & Coaching with Xena*Learn, Inspire, Share & Connect inside our Facebook Community *Come hang out with me on Instagram!
Jamail Larkins plans an AI-driven career and scholarship site to boost aviation pathways; plus 2026 GA predictions from AOPA Hangar Talk co-hosts David Tulis and Alicia Herron, as well as news discussion on the King Air Garmin Autoland save, a MOSAIC award for the FAA, and ATC radar updates.
In this episode of The Academy Presents Real Estate Investing Rocks, Angel sits down with Hoa Nguyen to discuss her journey from full time eye doctor to multifamily investor with true time freedom. Hoa shares how she and her husband entered real estate with no prior experience, explored multiple investment paths, and ultimately found clarity and scale through multifamily syndication.This conversation offers a realistic look at the long term nature of real estate, the effort behind “passive” income, and what it truly means to build generational wealth.Topics CoveredHoa Nguyen's transition from medical practices to real estate investingStarting in real estate with zero experience and a steep learning curveEarly investments overseas including land, resorts, and short term rentalsWhy multifamily syndication became the primary focusThe difference between LP and GP roles in multifamily dealsTime freedom, setbacks, and staying committed through challengesBuilding the right partnerships and identifying your strengthsUsing real estate as a tool for long term and generational wealthQuotes“Multifamily is not a get rich quick strategy. It's a long term play, and you have to commit to it.”“Anybody can do it, but not everybody will. The ones who succeed are the ones who don't quit.”Connect with Angel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angel-williams-re/Connect with Hoa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hoa-nguyen23/
Long before MAGA hats became a neurological trigger for progressives, Trump's brand was welcomed straight into the heart of Leftism: Hollyweird. He was the brash billionaire builder, the embodiment of American excess wrapped in confidence and spectacle. He turned construction cranes and skyline silhouettes into cultural currency.That acceptance didn't plateau. It accelerated.The Apprentice wasn't a novelty hit. It was a juggernaut. NBC didn't air it reluctantly; they structured prime-time around it. When Celebrity Apprentice followed, Trump crossed from wealthy curiosity to full-scale cultural authority. Careers rose and fell based on his approval. He wasn't just famous anymore. He was consequential.Trump had become a star-maker.Anyone pretending otherwise is lying, and the archives are merciless. There are hundreds of clips, interviews, and quotes of Left-wing figures praising Trump openly. Joy Behar herself once declared she “loved Donald Trump,” a statement that now survives as an artifact she wishes would disappear:See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Stephanie Cordes knows what it means to chase success—and then intentionally redefine it. After spending more than twenty years building a strong corporate career in healthcare leadership, she made a bold pivot and now helps others take ownership of their careers on their own terms. As a Career Ownership Coach with The Entrepreneur's Source, Stephanie creates a safe, no-pressure space for professionals to explore what they truly want next—whether that's flexibility, control, additional income, or a complete career reinvention.In this episode of “People in Transition”, host Bob Gerst and Stephanie dive into the real emotions and practical realities behind career decisions. They unpack why reassessing your goals is essential, how unmet needs can cloud your ability to identify what you actually want, and why money often represents much more than a paycheck. Stephanie introduces the idea of a personal “North Star”—a clear framework built around income, lifestyle, wealth, and equity—to guide smarter, calmer decision-making.This conversation is grounded, honest, and empowering. Transition doesn't have to be dramatic to be meaningful—and clarity is often the most powerful first step. If you're feeling stuck, restless, or quietly questioning what's next, this episode will help you slow down the noise and move forward with intention.For more information from Stephanie, visit her web site: https://scordes.esourcecoach.com/contact/Send us a text
Shelli-Ann McKenzie. Purpose of the Interview The interview focuses on advocating for healthcare professionals, addressing the challenges they face, and introducing Shelli-Ann McKenzie’s nonprofit organization, Help for Healthcare Professionals (HCPP). The goal is to highlight burnout, financial struggles, and systemic issues in healthcare while promoting programs that support mental wellness, financial literacy, and career development. Key Takeaways Healthcare Workforce Challenges Nurses and healthcare professionals face high stress, burnout, and long hours, leading to workforce shortages. Many professionals struggle financially—24% live in poverty. Lack of professors in nursing schools limits the number of students entering the profession. Understanding Nursing Roles Nursing includes multiple levels: Registered Nurse (RN): Associate or bachelor’s degree. Advanced Practice Nurses: Master’s level (e.g., Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Educator). Doctorate Level: Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) or PhD. Nurse practitioners often function as an extension of physicians, providing quality care. Respect and Recognition Nurses provide more direct care than any other health profession but often lack recognition. Advocacy is key to ensuring nurses can practice at the highest level and improve access to care. Why HCPP Was Founded Born out of COVID-19 crisis and Shelli-Ann’s personal experience with burnout. Mission: Provide mental health referrals, financial assistance (gift cards, gas), and professional development. Programs include: Financial literacy workshops Entrepreneurship training for healthcare professionals Scholarships and internships for aspiring professionals Youth Med Program Targets ages 13–20 to build a healthcare workforce pipeline. Offers hands-on training, CPR certification, exposure to neurosurgeons, and mentorship. Tuition-free and designed to scale nationally. Funding and Community Support HCPP is a nurse-owned nonprofit, funded by federal grants and donations. Annual event: Night of Grand and Gratitude—a charity awards dinner to raise funds for programs. Notable Quotes “No one else was coming to save us—so I created HCPP.” “24% of healthcare professionals live in poverty.” “If we don’t have enough professors, we cap nursing students—it’s cyclical.” “The most rewarding part of nursing is showing up for people in their most vulnerable moments.” “Every dollar we raise fuels education programs like Youth Med—strategic investment in the future of healthcare.” #SHMS #STRAW #BESTSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Shelli-Ann McKenzie. Purpose of the Interview The interview focuses on advocating for healthcare professionals, addressing the challenges they face, and introducing Shelli-Ann McKenzie’s nonprofit organization, Help for Healthcare Professionals (HCPP). The goal is to highlight burnout, financial struggles, and systemic issues in healthcare while promoting programs that support mental wellness, financial literacy, and career development. Key Takeaways Healthcare Workforce Challenges Nurses and healthcare professionals face high stress, burnout, and long hours, leading to workforce shortages. Many professionals struggle financially—24% live in poverty. Lack of professors in nursing schools limits the number of students entering the profession. Understanding Nursing Roles Nursing includes multiple levels: Registered Nurse (RN): Associate or bachelor’s degree. Advanced Practice Nurses: Master’s level (e.g., Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Educator). Doctorate Level: Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) or PhD. Nurse practitioners often function as an extension of physicians, providing quality care. Respect and Recognition Nurses provide more direct care than any other health profession but often lack recognition. Advocacy is key to ensuring nurses can practice at the highest level and improve access to care. Why HCPP Was Founded Born out of COVID-19 crisis and Shelli-Ann’s personal experience with burnout. Mission: Provide mental health referrals, financial assistance (gift cards, gas), and professional development. Programs include: Financial literacy workshops Entrepreneurship training for healthcare professionals Scholarships and internships for aspiring professionals Youth Med Program Targets ages 13–20 to build a healthcare workforce pipeline. Offers hands-on training, CPR certification, exposure to neurosurgeons, and mentorship. Tuition-free and designed to scale nationally. Funding and Community Support HCPP is a nurse-owned nonprofit, funded by federal grants and donations. Annual event: Night of Grand and Gratitude—a charity awards dinner to raise funds for programs. Notable Quotes “No one else was coming to save us—so I created HCPP.” “24% of healthcare professionals live in poverty.” “If we don’t have enough professors, we cap nursing students—it’s cyclical.” “The most rewarding part of nursing is showing up for people in their most vulnerable moments.” “Every dollar we raise fuels education programs like Youth Med—strategic investment in the future of healthcare.” #SHMS #STRAW #BESTSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Shelli-Ann McKenzie. Purpose of the Interview The interview focuses on advocating for healthcare professionals, addressing the challenges they face, and introducing Shelli-Ann McKenzie’s nonprofit organization, Help for Healthcare Professionals (HCPP). The goal is to highlight burnout, financial struggles, and systemic issues in healthcare while promoting programs that support mental wellness, financial literacy, and career development. Key Takeaways Healthcare Workforce Challenges Nurses and healthcare professionals face high stress, burnout, and long hours, leading to workforce shortages. Many professionals struggle financially—24% live in poverty. Lack of professors in nursing schools limits the number of students entering the profession. Understanding Nursing Roles Nursing includes multiple levels: Registered Nurse (RN): Associate or bachelor’s degree. Advanced Practice Nurses: Master’s level (e.g., Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Educator). Doctorate Level: Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) or PhD. Nurse practitioners often function as an extension of physicians, providing quality care. Respect and Recognition Nurses provide more direct care than any other health profession but often lack recognition. Advocacy is key to ensuring nurses can practice at the highest level and improve access to care. Why HCPP Was Founded Born out of COVID-19 crisis and Shelli-Ann’s personal experience with burnout. Mission: Provide mental health referrals, financial assistance (gift cards, gas), and professional development. Programs include: Financial literacy workshops Entrepreneurship training for healthcare professionals Scholarships and internships for aspiring professionals Youth Med Program Targets ages 13–20 to build a healthcare workforce pipeline. Offers hands-on training, CPR certification, exposure to neurosurgeons, and mentorship. Tuition-free and designed to scale nationally. Funding and Community Support HCPP is a nurse-owned nonprofit, funded by federal grants and donations. Annual event: Night of Grand and Gratitude—a charity awards dinner to raise funds for programs. Notable Quotes “No one else was coming to save us—so I created HCPP.” “24% of healthcare professionals live in poverty.” “If we don’t have enough professors, we cap nursing students—it’s cyclical.” “The most rewarding part of nursing is showing up for people in their most vulnerable moments.” “Every dollar we raise fuels education programs like Youth Med—strategic investment in the future of healthcare.” #SHMS #STRAW #BESTSteve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
#thePOZcast is proudly brought to you by Fountain - the leading enterprise platform for workforce management. Our platform enables companies to support their frontline workers from job application to departure. Fountain elevates the hiring, management, and retention of frontline workers at scale.To learn more, please visit: https://www.fountain.com/?utm_source=shrm-2024&utm_medium=event&utm_campaign=shrm-2024-podcast-adam-posner.Thanks for listening, and please follow us on Insta @NHPTalent and www.youtube.com/thePOZcastFor all episodes, please check out www.thePOZcast.com Takeaways- Recruiting success is measured by a percentage of wins.- Personal experiences can profoundly influence professional motivations.- Life's challenges can provide clarity on what truly matters.- Caring about your work leads to emotional investment in outcomes.- Resilience is key in navigating the ups and downs of business.- Perspective shifts can arise from significant life events.- The importance of providing the right solutions in business.- Emotional roller coasters are part of the people business.- Understanding losses is crucial for growth in recruiting.- Finding meaning in work can stem from personal experiences.Chapters [00:01] Welcome + Why We're Here — Adam tees up the POZcast mission and today's focus.[00:01] Guest Intro: Jordan Gasparri — From growing up in recruiting to founding Exclusent and winning an Inc. Power Partner Award.[01:16] Warming Up — Jordan joins; mutual respect and setting the table.[02:16] Growing Up with a Recruiter Dad — Early exposure, high-school internship, and falling in love with the craft.[03:21] Thrill of the Hunt — Why negotiation hooked Jordan and how recruiters drive real comp outcomes.[04:19] Old-School Lessons — Pre-LinkedIn fundamentals: presentability, first impressions, and context by role.[05:41] Art vs. Science — Motivation mapping, relationship foundations, and what tech can't replace.[06:37] Founding Exclusent After Loss — Channeling grief into purpose, betting on yourself, and early survival.[08:08] Agency vs. Solo — The leap from desk to founder, support systems, and the “eat what you kill” mindset.[10:17] ‘Unhireable' Bias — The corporate return dilemma for entrepreneurs and what hiring teams miss.[12:13] Taking Bigger Swings — Compounding courage, offices, gear, and managing the losses (baseball analogy).[14:11] Handling Failures Fast — Day-of fury, next-day reset; contingency realities and resilience.[16:47] AI + Authenticity — What Exclusent automates (sourcing, verification, notes) vs. what stays human (relationships).[18:19] Tools in the Stack — Sourcing evolution, AI interviews for access + fairness, caution on agentic outreach.[20:08] New Roles in TA — Vendor bets, process owners, and the rise of AI/TA SMEs.[22:36] Volume, Speed, and CX — Instant assessments, fewer ghosted candidates, smarter human time.[25:28] Negotiation Masterclass — Real-market intel over Glassdoor, lever trading (base, equity, PTO), and tough love.[27:17] Salary Bands & Candor — Setting expectations, transparency on caps, and why companies pay for value.[29:16] The Negotiation Room — Jordan's new series: real back-and-forths, 3-minute breakdowns, teachable plays.[31:41] Offer Horror Stories — Sunday-night reversals, bonus games, and ethics fails caught on Gong.[36:23] The Next 5 Years — A tight team of 10 great recruiters, sensible AI, and protecting service quality.[37:58] Advice to Younger Self — Calm down, ride the waves, keep shipping good work.[38:52] Never Lift Off the Gas — Consistency lessons from dry spells; content + practitioner balance.[40:10] What Keeps Him Up — Housing hunt, macro uncertainty, and waiting for clearer signals.[41:33] Defining Success — Peace of mind over vanity metrics; doing work you're proud of.[42:48] Wrap + Calls to Action — Where to find Jordan/Exclusent and how to support the show.
In this episode of “Most People Don't, But YOU DO!”,, Bart sits down with Carlos Silva, President of Anthem Sports & Entertainment, to explore leadership, learning, and the art of creating unforgettable experiences. From his early days as a Division I tennis player at Boston College, to earning a master's degree in computer science, to leading major sports and media organizations, Carlos shares how curiosity, design thinking, and disciplined decision‑making shaped his career. He offers a behind‑the‑scenes look at growing TNA Wrestling, Invicta MMA, Fight Network, and Game+, while revealing why listening hard, learning fast, and caring deeply about people and experiences are at the heart of sustainable success.Major Takeaways / Learnings"Leadership is learned on the road, not on a straight path. Careers are built through timing, forks in the road, and willingness to adapt.""Athletics build leadership instincts. Coaching, teamwork, resilience, and accountability translate directly into business leadership.""Design drives experience. From tickets to TV graphics to arena energy, the smallest details shape how people feel.""There are two audiences in live events. The in‑venue fan and the at‑home viewer both need intentional, tailored experiences.""Listen hard and learn. Credibility comes from humility, presence, and learning from the people closest to the work.""Make decisions quickly and adjust. Waiting for perfection slows growth — act, measure, refine, repeat.""Strong teams outperform strong ideas. Hiring great people and trusting them creates momentum across organizations.""Consistency builds confidence. Small daily disciplines compound into long‑term success."Memorable Quotes“Listen hard and learn.”“No one likes to go to an empty restaurant — energy matters.”“You don't need perfection. You need a decision.”“Every experience is built from a thousand small details.”“If it doesn't work, you change it tomorrow and move forward.”“Consistency is one of the most powerful leadership tools.”Why It Matters / How to Use ItThis episode is a masterclass for leaders, creators, and builders who want to scale impact without losing humanity. Carlos Silva demonstrates that success isn't about knowing everything — it's about listening, learning, and continually improving the experience for people on both sides of the product. Whether you lead teams, design customer experiences, or manage complex organizations, the lessons here reinforce the power of curiosity, humility, and disciplined action. If you want to build momentum, stay grounded, and lead with confidence, this conversation offers a clear and practical roadmap.
What if your career doesn't follow the plan you originally imagined-and that turns out to be your biggest advantage?In this inspiring episode of the DaliTalks Podcast, host Dali Rivera sits down with sisters Nancy and Amy Harrington, founders of The Passionistas Project, to talk about their unconventional career journeys-from music and graphic design to television, Hollywood, and ultimately building a global online community for women.Nancy shares how her dream of becoming a DJ led her into graphic design and entrepreneurship, while Amy opens up about her path into television, internships at MTV, and working in post-production and visual effects at Warner Brothers. Together, they reflect on the power of staying flexible, embracing unexpected opportunities, and recognizing that no experience is ever wasted.This conversation is a powerful reminder for students, parents, creatives, and career-changers that success doesn't require a straight path-it requires curiosity, courage, and the willingness to evolve.IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN:• Why career paths rarely turn out exactly as planned• How early interests can lead to unexpected opportunities• The value of college experiences-even when plans change• Why flexibility is one of the most important career skills• How internships and early jobs often come down to timing and luck• What working in Hollywood is really like behind the scenes• When it's time to walk away from a career that no longer fits• Why women often have to fight to be heard in business• How The Passionistas Project became a global women's community• Why you don't need permission to pursue what you wantCONNECT WITH NANCY & AMY HARRINGTON
What if the problem isn't medicine — but the way your career is structured right now?In this episode, Tracy sits down with Annie Wildermuth, PA, leadership consultant, and ICF-certified coach, for a thoughtful, grounded conversation about career pivots, burnout, and how clinicians can make intentional changes without blowing up their lives.Annie shares her own non-linear career journey — from emergency medicine to academia, medical education, leadership development, and coaching — and explains why so many clinicians feel stuck when the “traditional” career path no longer fits. Together, Tracy and Annie unpack why waiting until you're in crisis to think about career strategy is so common — and how much easier it is to make aligned decisions when you plan ahead.They explore one of the biggest myths in medicine: that non-clinical work is automatically the solution to burnout. Annie offers a refreshingly honest take on whether the grass is really greener, what she misses about patient care, and why values — not job titles — should drive career decisions.You'll also hear practical guidance on how to: • Identify whether your burnout is about workload, values misalignment, or lack of purpose • Decide if leadership opportunities are worth building where you are — or if it's time to move on • Make smaller, sustainable changes inside your current role before pursuing a big pivot • Navigate the fear of learning something new (yes, even an entirely new specialty) • Take career transitions one manageable step at a time — without paralysis or perfectionismAnnie introduces a powerful framework from Drive — autonomy, mastery, and purpose — and explains how even small shifts in these areas can dramatically improve fulfillment at work. Tracy adds real-world examples from her own coaching clients and personal experience, including why “working less” alone rarely cures burnout.The episode closes with a reminder clinicians need to hear: you don't need to have everything figured out. Careers evolve. Values change. And choosing a new direction doesn't mean your previous path was wrong — just that you've grown.If you've been wondering whether it's time for a change, this conversation will help you slow down, get clear, and move forward with intention — instead of panic.
Tactical Transition Tips Round 105 of the Transition Drill Podcast offers practical guidance and career readiness for veterans and first responders, organized based on how far out your exit is. In this episode, we focus on what we quiet carry from these careers.There's “stuff” most active-duty service members and first responders carry, but rarely name out loud: the baggage from these careers. The calls, deployments, injuries you pushed through, the leadership failures that still irritate you, the mistake you haven't fully forgiven yourself for, the burnout you've learned to function with. When an end date starts feeling real, that “stuff” doesn't disappear. It starts showing up in how you think, how you talk, and how you picture your future.This episode isn't about digging up the past for the sake of it. It's about separating emotion from information, so you can keep the lessons without letting the weight run your next chapter. Because whether you like it or not, your experience is already shaping what you'll do after the uniform. The question is whether you'll carry it intentionally, or let it quietly steer your decisions.Here's how we put it into practical steps based on where you are right now:• Close Range Group (transitioning within a year): Turn Your Hardest Experiences into Problem Solving Skills. Write out a few defining moments, separate what happened from what you learned, and turn those lessons into clear language you can use in interviews instead of oversharing or underselling yourself.• Medium Range Group (transitioning in 3 to 5 years): Build a purpose-driven project. Start a small, personal-aligned project (mentoring, teaching, writing, coaching, creating, a side venture) to test how your experience creates value outside the uniform and get real feedback before transition becomes urgent.• Long Range Group (transitioning in a decade or more): Write Your Career Story Now. Capture lessons, failures, and growth while details are still fresh, so your future leadership, promotions, and eventual interviews are built on a real record, not fuzzy memory.If you've been telling yourself “I'm good,” you might be. This is just making sure what you've carried becomes direction, not drag. Get additional resources and join our newsletter via the link in the show notes.CONNECT WITH THE PODCAST:IG: https://www.instagram.com/paulpantani/WEBSITE: https://www.transitiondrillpodcast.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulpantani/SIGN-UP FOR THE NEWSLETTER:https://transitiondrillpodcast.com/home#aboutQUESTIONS OR COMMENTS:paul@transitiondrillpodcast.comSPONSORS:Blue Line RoastingGet 10% off your purchaseLink: https://bluelineroasting.comPromocode: Transition10GRND CollectiveGet 15% off your purchaseLink: https://thegrndcollective.com/Promo Code: TRANSITION15
Send us a textWe share a practical playbook for breaking into low voltage with no experience, from finding real openings and calling companies, to standing out in interviews, succeeding in the first 90 days, and moving from helper to technician. Along the way, we talk BICSI, certifications, safety, and the mindset that wins.• mapping your drive radius and calling contractors directly• using LinkedIn, distributors and unions to find hidden jobs• choosing smart search keywords for entry-level roles• applying without all requirements and leading with reliability• learning tools, cable types, drawings and safety basics• deciding when to get OSHA 10, CPR and early certs• writing a tight resume and emailing professionally• what to say on calls and how to follow up• interview questions that signal career focus• spotting onboarding red flags and culture gaps• winning your first 90 days with initiative and notes• moving from helper to technician through responsibilities• networking at BICSI and distributor events• avoiding career-slowing mistakes like speed over quality• mindset shifts: consistency beats talent, quality before speedCheck my posts for the informal memorial for Phil Cleaningsmith at the BICSI Winter ConferenceSupport the showKnowledge is power! Make sure to stop by the webpage to buy me a cup of coffee or support the show at https://linktr.ee/letstalkcabling . Also if you would like to be a guest on the show or have a topic for discussion send me an email at chuck@letstalkcabling.com Chuck Bowser RCDD TECH#CBRCDD #RCDD
Find Your Dream Job: Insider Tips for Finding Work, Advancing your Career, and Loving Your Job
Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16547&preview=true) Changing careers can feel daunting, especially when fear, guilt, or long-held beliefs about who you should be start to surface. On this week's episode of Find Your Dream Job, guest expert Carissa Kerrissey explains why career pivots are far more common than people realize and how our brain's natural negativity bias can make change feel harder than it is. Carissa breaks down myths like “I'm too old to start over” and shows how identity, purpose, and shifting values often signal that it's time to explore a new direction. She also shares practical steps for navigating the inner critic, recognizing the transferable skills you already have, and using your core values to guide your next move. If you're burned out, feeling stuck, or simply ready for a fresh start, Carissa's advice offers a clear, encouraging path toward work that fits who you are today. About Our Guest: Carissa Kerrissey is the founder of Future Forward Careers. Carissa's company helps burned-out teachers and mission-driven professionals reclaim energy, rediscover purpose, and transition into fulfilling work. Resources in This Episode: Connect with Carissa on LinkedIn. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Welcome back to Snafu with Robin Zander. In this episode, I'm joined by Jeff Jaworsky, who shares his journey from a global role at Google to running his own business while prioritizing time with his children. We talk about the pivotal life and career decisions that shaped this transition, focusing on the importance of setting boundaries—both personally and professionally. Jeff shares insights on leaving a structured corporate world for entrepreneurship and the lessons learned along the way. We also explore the evolving landscape of sales and entrepreneurship, highlighting how integrating human connection and coaching skills is more important than ever in a tech-driven world. The conversation touches on the role of AI and technology, emphasizing how they can support—but not replace—essential human relationships. Jeff offers practical advice for coaches and salespeople on leveraging their natural skills and hints at a potential future book exploring the intersection of leadership, coaching, and sales. If you're curious about what's next for thoughtful leadership, entrepreneurship, and balancing work with life, this episode is for you. And for more conversations like this, get your tickets for Snafu Conference 2026 on March 5th here, where we'll continue exploring human connection, business, and the evolving role of AI. Start (0:00) Early life and first real boundary Jeff grew up up in a structured, linear environment Decisions largely made for you Clear expectations, predictable paths Post–high school as the first inflection point College chosen because it's "what you're supposed to do" Dream: ESPN sports anchor (explicit role model: Stuart Scott) Reality check through research Job placement rate: ~3% First moment of asking: Is this the best use of my time? Is this fair to the people investing in me (parents)? Boundary lesson #1 Letting go of a dream doesn't mean failure Boundaries can be about honesty, not limitation Choosing logic over fantasy can unlock unexpected paths Dropping out of college → accidental entry into sales Working frontline sales at Best Buy while in school Selling computers, service plans, handling customers daily Decision to leave college opens capacity Manager notices and offers leadership opportunity Takes on home office department Largest sales category in the store Youngest supervisor in the company (globally) at 19 Early leadership challenges Managing people much older Navigating credibility, age bias, exclusion Learning influence without authority Boundary insight Temporary decisions can become formative Saying "yes" doesn't mean you're locked in forever Second boundary: success without sustainability Rapid growth at Best Buy Promotions Increasing responsibility Observing manager life up close 60-hour weeks No real breaks Lunch from vending machines Internal checkpoint Is this the life I want long-term? Distinguishing: Liking the work Disliking the cost Boundary lesson #2 You can love a craft and still reject the lifestyle around it Boundaries protect the future version of you Returning to school with intention Decision to go back to college This time with clarity Sales and marketing degree by design, not default Accelerated path Graduates in three years Clear goal: catch up, not start over Internship at J. Walter Thompson Entry into agency world Launch of long-term sales and marketing career Pattern recognition: how boundaries actually work Ongoing self-check at every stage Have I learned what I came here to learn? Am I still growing? Is this experience still stretching me? Boundaries as timing, not rejection Experiences "run their course" Leaving doesn't invalidate what came before Non-linear growth Sometimes stepping down is strategic Demotion → education Senior role → frontline role (later at Google) Downward moves that enable a bigger climb later Shared reflection with Robin Sales as a foundational skill Comparable to: Surfing (handling forces bigger than you) Early exposure to asking, pitching, rejection Best Buy reframed Customer service under pressure Handling frustrated, misinformed, emotional people Humility + persuasion + resilience Parallel experiences Robin selling a restaurant after learning everything she could Knowing the next step (expansion) and choosing not to take it Walking away without knowing what's next Core philosophy: learning vs. maintaining "If I'm not learning, I'm dying" Builder mindset, not maintainer Growth as a non-negotiable Career decisions guided by curiosity, not status Titles are temporary Skills compound Ladders vs. experience stacks Rejecting the myth of linear progression Valuing breadth, depth, and contrast The bridge metaphor Advice for people stuck between "not this" and "not sure what next" Don't leap blindly Build a bridge Bridge components Low-risk experiments Skill development Small tests in parallel with current work Benefits Reduces panic Increases clarity Turns uncertainty into movement Framing the modern career question Referencing the "jungle gym, not a ladder" idea Careers as lateral, diagonal, looping — not linear Growth through range, not just depth Connecting to Range and creative longevity Diverse experiences as a competitive advantage Late bloomers as evidence that exploration compounds Naming the real fear beneath the metaphor What if exploration turns into repeated failure? What if the next five moves don't work? Risk of confusing experimentation with instability Adding today's pressure cooker Economic uncertainty AI and automation reshaping work faster than previous generations experienced The tension between adaptability and survival The core dilemma How do you pursue a non-linear path without tumbling back to zero? How do you "build the bridge" instead of jumping blindly? How do you keep earning while evolving? The two-year rule Treating commitments like a contract with yourself Two years as a meaningful unit of time Long enough to: Learn deeply Be challenged Experience failure and recovery Short enough to avoid stagnation Boundaries around optional exits Emergency ripcord exists But default posture is commitment, not escape Psychological benefit Reduces panic during hard moments Prevents constant second-guessing Encourages depth over novelty chasing The 18-month check-in Using the final stretch strategically Asking: Am I still learning? Am I still challenged? Does this align with my principles? Shifting from execution to reflection Early exploration of "what's next" Identifying gaps: Skills to acquire Experiences to test Regaining control External forces aren't always controllable Internal planning always is Why most people get stuck Planning too late Waiting until: Layoffs Burnout Forced transitions Trying to design the future in crisis Limited creativity Fear-based decisions Contrast with proactive planning Calm thinking Optionality Leverage Extending the contract Recognizing unfinished business Loving the work Still growing Still contributing meaningfully One-year extensions as intentional choices Not inertia Not fear Conscious recommitment A long career, one organization at a time Example: nearly 13 years at Google Six different roles Multiple reinventions inside one company Pattern over prestige Frontline sales Sales leadership Enablement Roles as chapters, not identities Staying while growing Leaving only when growth plateaus Experience stacking over ladder climbing Rejecting linear advancement Titles matter less than skills Accumulating perspective Execution Leadership Systems Transferable insight What works with customers What works internally What scales Sales enablement as an example of bridge-building Transition motivated by impact Desire to help at scale Supporting many sellers, not just personal results A natural evolution, not a pivot Built on prior sales experience Expanded influence Bridge logic in action Skills reused Scope widened Risk managed Zooming out: sales, stigma, and parenting Introducing the next lens: children Three boys: 13, 10, 7 Confronting sales stereotypes Slimy Manipulative Self-serving Tension between reputation and reality Loving sales Building a career around it Teaching it without replicating the worst versions Redefining sales as a helping profession Sales as service Primary orientation: benefit to the other person Compensation as a byproduct, not the driver Ethical center Believe in what you're recommending Stand behind its value Sleep well regardless of outcome Losses reframed Most deals don't close Failure as feedback Integrity as the constant Selling to kids (and being sold by them) Acknowledging reality Everyone sells, constantly Titles don't matter Teaching ethos, not tactics How you persuade matters more than whether you win Kindness Thoughtfulness Awareness of the other side Everyday negotiations Bedtime extensions Appeals to age, fairness, peer behavior Sales wins without good reasoning Learning opportunity Success ≠ good process Boundaries still matter Why sales gets a bad reputation Root cause: selfishness Focus on "what I get" Language centered on personal gain Misaligned value exchange Overselling Underdelivering The alternative Lead with value for the other side Hold mutual benefit in the background Make the exchange explicit and fair Boundaries as protection for both sides Clear scope What's included What's not Saying no as a service Preventing resentment Preserving trust Entrepreneurial lens Boundaries become essential Scope creep erodes value Clarity sustains long-term relationships Value exchange, scope, and boundaries Every request starts with discernment, not enthusiasm What value am I actually providing? What problem am I solving? How much time, energy, and attention will this really take? The goal isn't just a "yes" Both sides need to feel good about: What's being given What's being received What's being expected What's realistically deliverable Sales as a two-sided coin Mutual benefit matters Overselling creates future resentment Promising "the moon and the stars" is how trust breaks later Boundaries as self-respect Clear limits protect delivery quality Good boundaries prevent repeating bad sales dynamics Saying less upfront often enables better outcomes long-term Transitioning into coaching and the SNAFU Conference Context for the work today Speaking at the inaugural SNAFU Conference Focused on reluctant salespeople and non-sales roles Why coaching became the next chapter Sales is everywhere, regardless of title Coaching emerged as a natural extension of sales leadership The origin story at Google Transition from sales leadership to enablement Core question: how do we help sellers have better conversations? Result: building Google's global sales coaching program Grounded in practice and feedback Designed to prepare for high-stakes conversations The hidden overlap between sales and coaching Coaching as an underutilized advantage Especially powerful for sales leaders Shared core skills Deep curiosity Active listening Presence in conversation Reflecting back what's heard, not what you assume The co-creation mindset Not leading someone to your solution Guiding toward their desired outcome Why this changes everything Coaching improves leadership effectiveness Coaching improves sales outcomes Coaching reshapes how decisions get made A personal inflection point: learning to listen Feedback that lingered "Jeff is often the first and last to speak in meetings" The realization Seniority amplified his voice Being directive wasn't the same as being effective The shift Stop being the first to speak Invite more voices Lead with curiosity, not certainty The result More evolved perspectives Better decisions Sometimes realizing he was simply wrong The parallel to sales Talking at customers limits discovery Pre-built pitch decks obscure real needs The "right widget" only emerges through listening What the work looks like today A synthesis of experiences Buyer Seller Sales leader Enablement leader Executive coach How that shows up in practice Executive coaching for sales and revenue leaders Supporting decision-making Developing more coach-like leadership styles Workshops and trainings Helping managers coach more effectively Building durable sales skills Advisory work Supporting sales and enablement organizations at scale The motivation behind the shift Returning to the core questions: Am I learning? Am I growing? Am I challenged? A pull toward broader impact A desire to test whether this work could scale beyond one company Why some practices thrive and others stall Observing the difference Similar credentials Similar training Radically different outcomes The uncomfortable truth The difference is sales Entrepreneurship without romance Businesses don't "arrive" on their own Clients don't magically appear Visibility, rejection, iteration are unavoidable Core requirements Clear brand Defined ICP Articulated value Credibility to support the claim Debunking "overnight success" Success is cumulative Built on years of unseen experience Agency life + Google made entrepreneurship possible Sales as a universal survival skill Especially now Crowded markets Economic uncertainty Increased competition Sales isn't manipulation It's how value moves through the world Avoiding the unpersuadable Find people who already want what you offer Make it easier for them to say yes For those who "don't want to sell" Either learn it Or intentionally outsource it But you can't pretend it doesn't exist The vision board and the decision to leap December 18, 2023 45th birthday Chosen as a forcing function Purpose of the date Accountability, not destiny A moment to decide: stay or go Milestones on the back Coaching certification Experience thresholds Personal readiness Listening to the inner signal The repeated message: "It's time" The bridge was already built Skills stacked Experience earned Risk understood Stepping forward without full certainty You never know what's on the other side You only learn once you cross and look around Decision-making and vision boards Avoid forcing yourself to meet arbitrary deadlines Even if a date is set for accountability (e.g., a 45th birthday milestone), the real question is: When am I ready to act? Sometimes waiting isn't necessary; acting sooner can make sense Boundaries tie directly into these decisions They help you align personal priorities with professional moves Recognizing what matters most guides the "when" and "how" of major transitions Boundaries in the leap from corporate to entrepreneurship Biggest boundary: family and presence with children Managing a global team meant constant connectivity and messages across time zones Transitioning to your own business allowed more control over work hours, clients, and priorities The pro/con framework reinforced the choice Written lists can clarify trade-offs For this example, the deciding factor was: "They get their dad back" Boundaries in entrepreneurship are intertwined with opportunity More freedom comes with more responsibility You can choose your hours, clients, and areas of focus—but still must deliver results Preparing children for a rapidly changing world Skill priorities extend beyond AI and automation Technology literacy is essential, but kids will likely adapt faster than adults Focus on human skills Building networks Establishing credibility Navigating relationships and complex decisions Sales-related skills apply Curiosity, empathy, observation, and problem-solving help them adapt to change These skills are timeless, even as roles and tools evolve Human skills in an AI-driven world AI is additive, not replacement Leverage AI to complement work, not fear it Understand what AI does well and where human judgment is irreplaceable Coaching and other human-centered skills remain critical Lived experience, storytelling, and nuanced judgment cannot be fully replaced by AI Technology enables scale but doesn't replace complex human insight The SNAFU Conference embodies this principle Brings humans together to share experiences and learn Demonstrates that face-to-face interaction, stories, and mutual learning remain valuable Advice for coaches learning to sell Coaches already possess critical sales skills Curiosity, active listening, presence, problem identification, co-creating solutions These skills, when applied to sales, still fall within a helping profession Key approach Use your coaching skills to generate business ethically Reframe sales as an extension of support, not self-interest For salespeople Learn coaching skills to improve customer conversations Coaching strengthens empathy, listening, and problem-solving abilities, all core to effective selling Book and resource recommendations Non-classical sales books Setting the Table by Danny Meyer → emphasizes culture and service as a form of sales Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara → creating value through care for people Coaching-focused books Self as Coach, Self as Leader by Pam McLean Resources from the Hudson Institute of Coaching Gap in sales literature Few resources fully integrate coaching with sales Potential upcoming book: The Power of Coaching and Sales
Send us a textWhat if every dollar spent on ads could be traced to a signed contract, a booked meeting, or a new client? The disconnect between ad spend and revenue isn't a mystery businesses have to live with. This problem, the attribution gap, can be solved through methodical thinking, technical capability, and a willingness to build the infrastructure that connects marketing activities to real business outcomes. In this episode, we pull back the curtain on two concrete case studies using two real companies who faced the maddening reality: their CRM systems and ad platforms weren't talking to each other. Tune in to see how Optidge built the data bridges that transformed guesswork to strategic growth and implemented deliberate optimization tactics across their ad campaigns to drive further success. An Optidge "Office Hours" Episode:Our Office Hours episodes are your go-to for details, how-to's, and advice on specific marketing topics. Join our fellow Optidge team members, partners, and sometimes even 1:1 teachings from Danny himself, in these shorter, marketing-focused episodes. Get ready to get marketing!Episode Highlights: Marketing attribution requires connecting ad platforms to revenue data, not just lead counts.Building a feedback loop between CRM and advertising platforms transforms how you optimize campaigns.Data silos prevent businesses from understanding which marketing efforts drive actual revenue.Custom attribution pipelines can reveal sales cycles, funnel speed, and high-value customer sources.Fragmented tech stacks create blind spots that make it impossible to track leads to final conversions.Episode Links: OptidgeOptidge Services: Hubspot for Paid MediaPaid Search Association Webinar: Hubspot and Google Ads - Everything You Wanted to KnowThe DM Mentor on InstagramFollow The Digital Marketing Mentor: Website and Blog: thedmmentor.com Instagram: @thedmmentor Linkedin: @thedmmentor YouTube: @thedmmentor Interested 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.
In this episode, Lauren and Marnie break down three major workplace predictions for 2026, drawing from leading reports by Indeed, Forbes, and McKinsey. After a quick lookback on 2025, Lauren and Marnie dive deep into what's ahead for the new year as it relates to job searching and larger workplace cultural shifts. You'll Learn:Why the 2026 job market may feel familiar and how to job search accordingly Why values alignment is becoming a top priority for employeesHow AI will reshape expectations for leadership as it relates to transparency Show NotesWeekly Newsletter Sign-Up: http://bit.ly/37hqtQW Follow Career Contessa: http://bit.ly/2TMH2QP 2025 Workplace Predictions Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/3-in-30-work-predictions-for-2025/id1434354911?i=1000680665545 Prediction 1 - Indeed Article: https://www.hiringlab.org/2025/11/20/indeed-2026-us-jobs-hiring-trends-report Prediction 2 - Forbes Article: https://www.forbes.com/sites/janicegassam/2025/11/16/5-trends-that-will-shape-workplace-culture-in-2026/ Prediction 3 - McKinsey Article: https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/tech-and-ai/our-insights/superagency-in-the-workplace-empowering-people-to-unlock-ais-full-potential-at-work Recommended Online Assessment: https://www.careerfitter.com/free_test/careerbuilder?afid=2218Follow Marnie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marnielemonik/ Follow Lauren on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenmcgoodwin/ Resources Marnie's Instagram Reel on Negotiation: https://www.instagram.com/p/C_O1iZrurJt/ Marnie's Interview Prep eBook: https://www.marnielemonik.com/store/p/ebook-how-to-shine-in-your-next-job-interview 10% Discount Code: CCPOD Marnie's Resume Template: https://www.marnielemonik.com/store/p/template-marnies-resume-with-written-examples 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/ Sponsor:Stop waiting and start selling with Shopify. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at shopify.com/careercontessa. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Who do you turn to when you need help or guidance in your life? In this episode, we discuss the irresistible pull of self-help gurus and why there’s only one right now who has absolutely met her moment - Mel Robbins. Plus, American fashion designer Vera Wang says you should expect to ‘age out’ of your career. Holly. Em and Clare Stephens unpack whether a jobs is only built for a season of your life… And what happens when that season ends. Support independent women's media Don't miss an episode of Mamamia Out Loud Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here including the very latest episode of Parenting Out Loud, the parenting podcast for people who don't listen to... parenting podcasts. Watch Mamamia Out Loud on YouTube What to read: 15 years ago, Mel Robbins hit rock bottom. She's now the most listened to woman in the world. The 'let them' theory has changed more than 2 million people's lives. Mel Robbins told us her advice for getting everything you want in life. It's surprisingly simple. How Gen Z killed the #girlboss. Why everyone just wants a 'dumb job' right now. THE END BITS: Check out our merch at MamamiaOutLoud.com GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message. Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud and on Tiktok @mamamiaoutloudBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What determines success in the early years of urology practice? In this BackTable Urology episode, produced in collaboration with the Society of Women in Urology (SWIU), this episode of the BackTable Urology Podcast brings on Dr. Raveen Syan, Dr. Helen Hougen, and host Dr. Michelle Van Kuiken to discuss the transition to early career practice in urology. --- SYNPOSIS Together, the doctors explore the realities that new attendings face, from building efficient clinical systems to managing complications and building support networks. Drawing from personal experience, the guests offer practical guidance on mentorship, recognizing when a role or environment may no longer be the right fit, and building a sustainable, fulfilling professional life. --- TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction02:54 - Early Challenges06:13 - Finding Support and Building Systems11:49 - Balancing Work and Personal Life15:52 - The Importance of Saying Yes Early On18:16 - Mentorship and Finding Allies22:29 - Decision Making and Cognitive Biases24:36 - Managing Complications27:31 - Prioritizing Clinical Goals38:45 - Knowing When to Leave42:09 - Final Reflections --- RESOURCES Annie Dukehttps://www.annieduke.com/ Aristotle's 10 Rules for a Good Lifehttps://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2023/08/aristotle-10-rules-happy-life/674905/ Personal Productivity: How to work effectively and calmly in the midst of chaoshttps://www.cvdtraining.pitt.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Johnson2009_Essays.pdf Understanding Academic Medical Centers: Simone's Maximshttps://aacrjournals.org/clincancerres/article/5/9/2281/287826/Understanding-Academic-Medical-Centers-Simone-s
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This episode takes a meaningful turn from the usual sales conversations. John sits down with Kim Nicholas, Executive Director of Genesys Works Chicago, to talk about creating real opportunity for underserved youth and how businesses benefit in the process.From her own upbringing in Chicago's public school system to launching one of the first charter schools in the area, Kim has been on a lifelong mission to bridge the gap between potential and access. Now through Genesys Works, she's helping high school students step directly into paid internships with major companies—developing job skills, confidence, and careers.Kim shares the “Discipline Life” framework she created—rooted in self-perception, respect for others, and productive persistence—and explains how this mindset is transforming lives and communities. If you're looking for a story about belief, purpose, and the real ROI of doing good, this conversation is for you.Are you interested in leveling up your sales skills and staying relevant in today's AI-driven landscape? Visit www.jbarrows.com and let's Make It Happen together!Connect with John on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnbarrows/Connect with John on IG: https://www.instagram.com/johnmbarrows/Check out John's Membership: https://go.jbarrows.com/pages/individual-membership?ref=3edab1 Join John's Newsletter: https://www.jbarrows.com/newsletterConnect with Kim on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-nicholas-day/Check out Kim's Website: https://genesysworks.org/locations/chicago/
How do you invest in yourself when life throws you off course? In this special HerMoney Mailbag episode, Jean Chatzky and Maha Abouelenein, author of 7 Rules of Self-Reliance, answer your real-life questions about navigating layoffs, career pivots, and side hustles. We answer your questions on: What to do immediately after a layoff to protect your career momentum How to transition to a less stressful career after parental leave Smart ways to supplement your income from home How to build your personal brand and start getting noticed on LinkedIn Why your network is your greatest asset and how to start using it We love your questions! Send them to us at mailbag@hermoney.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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