Recruit the Employer: Recent Episodes
Jena Viviano
Figuring out your purpose - but have no clue where to start? Looking for a new job - but haven't been able to get your resume seen? Ready to negotiate those dollar bills - but need a booster shot of Dolly Parton-esque gumption?
Welcome to the Recruit the Employer podcast - a show for serious career women who don't take themselves too seriously. Join ex-Wall Streeter turned career coach, Jena Viviano, as she helps you uncover your giftings, achieve your dreams and make the most out of your career.
Warning though: With some quick wit and come-to-Jesus moments, Jena is on a mission to help you:
Find your purpose. Land your dream job. Love your life.
Let's get started, shall we?
Alright friends, this is it. Our last chance to work together before I "retire".
Have you been asking yourself "Is what I'm doing really what I want to be doing?" Or maybe you know you want to pivot but you don't know how to pivot or where to pivot to?
The Recruit the Employer Course will be the most impactful course you will EVER take in your career. Why? Because it will teach you to know what you want and then how to go after it with confidence!
So join me today as I dive into who this course is for, who it's not for, what you'll find inside the course, and how much it will cost (hint: it's on a MAJOR discount).
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LinkedIn // Instagram // Enroll for RTE The Course
I know, I know friends. I left you with a BIG cliffhanger last week when I told you I was leaving career coaching.
So today I want to tell y’all the back story of how I came to this decision. We go deep into what my thoughts and heart and emotions were going through during this time.
But I don’t want to just sit and monologue it to ya.
Sooo…..
For this special episode, I wanted to bring my friend (and office roommate), Elizabeth Evans to interview me all on this big life and career transition. Let’s dive in!
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LinkedIn // Instagram // Grab a copy of the Career Journal
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You’ve landed a new job!! Congratulations!!!
But now you’re worried about having that uncomfortable conversation at your current job.
+How do you leave with grace?+How do you maintain those relationships?+What should you do to make sure that everybody you’re leaving feels secure and happy with your relationship you’ve had and also the work you’ve done?
You know it’s super important to end well before going on to the next chapter in your career, but how does that look?
Today we’re going to dive into how to tell your boss and your co-workers that you’re leaving, when’s the best time to tell them, and more!
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LinkedIn // Instagram // Grab a copy of the Career Journal
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I’m so excited to be interviewing my old boss today, the founder of The Muse, Alex Cavoulacos!
Today we talk about all the things.
✨ Career + Family✨ Systems✨ Launching The Muse✨ Career advice during different seasons✨ Job search tips✨ And more!
Now, let’s dive into my favorite interview to date!!
Connect with Alex
Twitter // The Muse // The Muse Job Search
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LinkedIn // Instagram // Grab a copy of the Career Journal
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Today we’re talking all things recruiters! What it’s really like to work with a recruiter and what to expect (and what NOT to expect) while working with a recruiter. We’re going to tackle some common misconceptions and how best to use recruiters… All from the mouth of an actual recruiter! You don’t want to miss this episode if you’ve ever wondered what it would look like to work with a recruiter!
Connect with Biron
LinkedIn // Career Sidekick Website
Connect with Jena
LinkedIn // Instagram // Register for our FREE Webinar all about Networking
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I know what it feels like to hate going to work on Mondays.
I call it...The Sunday Scaries.
Are you exhausted? ✔Are you burnt out? ✔Do you hate your job? ✔Do you live for Fridays? ✔
I hear you shouting YES to all of the above!
So how do you do it? How do you stop dreading Mondays if you can’t stand your job?
Before I dive into some action steps, let’s stop for a second and evaluate…
Why do you hate your Mondays in the first place?Why do I hate going to this job?What about this job isn’t fulfilling to me?
To help you get clarity with these questions, I highly recommend journaling your way through these questions. (You can get our career journal here)
Okay, now let’s get into some things you can do to start bringing joy into your Mondays again!
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LinkedIn // Instagram // Grab a copy of the Career Journal
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We all know that we need to network, but there’s a resistance that we hit and that we push against when it comes to networking.
So I started talking to my clients and paying attention to the fear that surrounded the idea of networking.
Today I want to go through all the fears and objections I hear about networking. I want to help you rethink some of these objections.
Let’s do some mindset work today friends!
Come with me as we bust some fears and objections about networking!
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LinkedIn // Instagram // Get the Journal
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Welcome friends!! Today is such a special day. A day where a dream I’ve had for a very long time has finally happened. (It’s a little surreal!)
I’m so excited to dive into these topics with you today….
- Why journaling is important - not only from what I’ve seen but from what research has shown as well.
- Why I created the Career Map Journal. Complete with stories of how I felt my needs weren’t being met in this area and some things I was noticing with clients that I know you’ll be able to relate to.
- What’s actually in the journal. I’m going to walk you through all.the.things - who this is for, what can you find in the pages, what to expect after you purchase the journal.
- What I learned from creating this journal - a little behind the scenes peak at creating a physical product to sell.
So come with me as I reflect on my journey on creating this journal and why journaling is so important for your career!
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LinkedIn // Instagram // Purchase the Journal
We’re flipping the mic for our 100th episode! Today, I’m going to be the guest and my good business friend, Elizabeth McCravy will be the host interviewing me!
Today we’re going to be talking about a subject that isn’t talked about a lot but that is very important to me - incorporating your faith at work.
Faith at work is such an important topic for me because of how I became a believer (which you’ll hear about in the episode). I incorporate the topic in some of my LinkedIn posts, and of course it ends up coming out in some of my podcast episodes, but I’ve never had an entire episode dedicated to this topic.
So when I was thinking about what I wanted to talk about during my 100th episode, this is naturally what came to my mind. I’m super excited to dive into this topic with you all!
If you’ve ever had questions on how you could incorporate your faith at work and what that looks like, then you don’t want to miss today’s episode!
Connect with Elizabeth
Elizabeth McCravy Designs // Instagram // Take the Website Personality Quiz
Connect with Jena
LinkedIn // Instagram // Get on the Career Journal Waitlist
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Are you looking for a job and wondering how to figure out if a company ACTUALLY has a good culture?
A little disclaimer: You will never 100% truly know what it looks like to work for a company until you work for them.
Hang on, don’t leave! Stay with me!!
There are things that we can do to help you mitigate any risks and really ask the hard questions to get down to what really matters to you in order to understand what that culture is like.
Join us in this episode as we talk about the 3 steps you can take to help figure out if a company ACTUALLY has good culture...or not.
Connect with Jena
LinkedIn // Instagram // Free Workshop
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Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a C-Suite leader?
Today’s conversation is with my friend, Laura Weldy. She is an amazing leadership coach for women who are in corporate who are looking to take ownership of their careers and really understand what it takes to be a successful leader and rise to the top of the industry.
Having confidence in your work is so important because it will have a ripple effect in every other area of your life. But how exactly do you gain that C-Suite confidence?
That's exactly what we're talking about today! You can learn how to walk confidently as a C-Suite leader before you actually become that leader.
Join us in this episode as we talk about the 5 secrets to become a C-Suite female leader.
Connect with Laura
Instagram // Laura’s Website // Laura’s Coaching & Courses
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LinkedIn // Instagram // Get on the Career Journal Waitlist
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If you’re thinking of launching your own business, you just need to do it!
You can’t see true results if you’re sitting in safety.
You’ll never make progress if you just ingest all the free blogs, podcasts, videos, and never take action.
Instead of asking yourself “What if it doesn’t work out?”, I’m going to ask you this question…
What if it does?
Listen to today's episode as I pull back the curtains and show you the 3 things I did in my career coaching biz to make over $100k.
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LinkedIn // Instagram // Free Workshop
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With COVID and everything going on in the world today, we know that there’s been an interest in starting your own business. With this in mind, we want to make sure that we dive into this topic and bring in experts who know their stuff!
Today’s guest is Katie Wussow, a business coach for people who want to build a profitable business around their skills and their passions!
Are you thinking right now that you have nothing to monetize?
NEWS FLASH!!
What you’re doing in your corporate job...you can monetize in a solopreneur way.
In today’s episode, we talk about how to go about starting a business and actually make money using your current skill set.
Connect with Katie
Instagram // Podcast // Free Workshop
Connect with Jena
LinkedIn // Instagram // Free Workshop
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Do you have a nagging feeling to start a side hustle that you can’t shake?But how does that look when you’re in the middle of searching for a job or making a career pivot?
When one of my Recruit the Employer clients reached out to me interested in starting a coaching side hustle but was also in the middle of a job search, I knew I wanted to make this an on air coaching call because I feel that this conversation would be really beneficial to people.
So today in this on air coaching call, we talk all about figuring out what side hustle my client, Wilma, could offer and why she’s struggling to actually launch it. I give her actionable steps to launch her side hustle while she’s job searching for a corporate career!
If you’re interested in launching your own business and what that actually takes, you don’t want to miss this episode!
Connect with Jena
LinkedIn // Instagram // Free Workshop
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Mentors.
If all you know about mentors is everyone says you need one, then this episode is for you!
Mentors have walked where you are wanting to go. They have a wealth of knowledge to share with you!
If they can share all the lessons that they’ve learned along the way that would save you years, why wouldn’t you want to listen to that?!
There are times, however, that you will have to walk the long way and make mistakes as you go. But consider those as times that you can pay it forward and mentor someone who is a few years behind you so they don’t have to make the same mistakes you did!
But where do you even start?How do you find a mentor?Does a mentor need to be older than you?How do you start a mentor relationship without being weird?
Find out the answer to all of these questions and more as I talk with Kelsey Chapman all about mentors!
Connect with Kelsey
Website// Instagram // Kelsey's Book: What They Taught Me
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LinkedIn // Instagram // Free Workshop
Here’s how most job searches go:
- You need a job, so you start looking online for jobs.
- You find one you like.
- So you tweak your resume and put in your application.
- Then you pray to the recruiting gods that your application will be picked for an interview.
This is a very ineffective way to get your resume and experience seen. You can’t just apply online and hope something sticks to the wall.
But here’s the thing…
Networking is responsible for 85% of all jobs.
85%!
I’ll let that sink in.
You can’t ignore this statistic! Networking is VITAL for getting a job.
In today’s episode, we talk about why networking is so important and the steps you need to take to start networking the right way.
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What I’ve discovered while being a career coach is that my female prospects are less ambitious with their salary goals, less willing to invest in their professional development, and have less confidence in their capabilities.
Conversations like this are why I made it my mission to empower corporate women to stop groveling for scraps in their careers, step into their leadership, and own what their skills are worth.
In today’s episode we go over some practical ways for you to stop undervaluing your experience and go after what you're worth.
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Do first impressions really matter?
My guest, Monica Barnett, is going to dig into that question plus all of these style tips...
- How you can lever first impressions to your advantage - whether you’re interviewing or in a meeting or giving a presentation.
- Discovering your color palette
- Are prints good for an interview? Are colors bad?
- Fast fashion vs. sustainable fashion
- And much more!
So join us today as we talk about what it looks like to brand yourself visually.
Connect with Monica
Pocket Personal Stylist // Instagram // Blueprint For Style
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LinkedIn // Instagram // Free Workshop
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Are you struggling with interviewing? Do you find it hard to close the sale in an interview?
Then you DO NOT want to miss this episode!
I do some on air coaching with one of my Recruit the Employer girls who is about to go on two different interviews. This episode is full of tips to help you walk into your interview with confidence!
Connect with Emily
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Today we’re talking about one of my favorite topics:
What do successful women do?
What are their habits?What do they adopt?Who are they like?
If success is something you’re interested in or you want to be seen as best in class, tune into this episode to see what wildly successful women do.
Connect with Jena
LinkedIn // Instagram // Free Workshop
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Yes, you read that right. My client Sarah declined a job offer she got in the middle of COVID with a leader she was excited to work for AND she was going to be making more money.
This conversation is all about confidence, imposter syndrome, going after your dreams, and taking a chance on yourself.
You don't want to miss this episode!
Connect with Sarah
LinkedIn // Instagram // Sarah's Website - SO Productive
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LinkedIn // Instagram // Free Workshop
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Formerly known at the Your Career Story podcast, we have rebranded our podcast name to Recruit the Employer.
To find out more about why we made this change and what you can come to expect from this podcast, listen to this quick trailer!
Head to Recruit the Employer to Learn More.
Have you been thinking about changing jobs all last year? Did COVID-19 make you realize you hate going to work?
Then today's episodes is for you!
We're going to talk through some very specific ways to know if it's time for you to quit your job. And how you can own that it's time to move on.
There's nothing to be ashamed of.
Connect with Jena
LinkedIn // Instagram // Free Workshop
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It’s the end of 2020.
We’re stuck at home and it looks like working from home is lasting a lot longer than initially anticipated. It’s looking like for the majority of us, working from home is going to stretch into 2021.
Which is a nightmare if you hate your job.
Is this where you’re at right now?
I know the feeling. The feeling of hopelessness you get when you hate your job, but you have no idea how.to.get.out.
In today’s episode, I break down the 3 ways to stay motivated (even if you hate your job) and how to know when it’s time to leave.
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With so many of us working remotely this year, personal boundaries are being stretched. It would be so easy for our work to bleed into our personal lives.
However, when boundaries are created at work we experience less burnout, we have better relationships, we’re WAY more productive, we’re actually excited to go to work in the morning, and we don’t hate our co-workers.
Doesn’t that sound amazing?!
In today’s episode, we’re going over how to create boundaries, what healthy boundaries look like in the workspace, and some practical scripts for you to utilize at work.
When I was first going into the workforce and was wondering about how to impress my boss, this is the advice I was given:
“Be the first one in the door and the last one out.”
Anyone else?!
But the problem with this plan is that it’s not sustainable! Not to mention the lack of boundaries that bleeds into your personal life. Especially if you’re working remotely.
So today I'm talking about these 3 things you can be doing NOW to impress your boss for the long haul.
- Be your own advocate
- Be a solution-oriented person
- Post on LinkedIn
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Today I wanted to highlight one of my most popular episodes!
One of the things I am asked most often is how to answer the question, “What are your strengths and weaknesses?” In this episode, I’m teaching you how to answer this question well, how NOT to answer it, and how to answer with confidence in a variety of situations!
What We Are Talking About
- What Not to Say
- How to Craft Your Answer
- Examples of Strengths and Weaknesses
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“Step into your purpose.”
Man that phrase gets used a lot.
I’ve avoided using that phrase because I’ve always felt that it’s “fluffy” with no roots. But I also know that a lot of people resonate with this language. So I want to break that phrase down.
In today's episode, we’ll discover what "Stepping Into Your Purpose" means for your career and what’s holding you back from being able to fully step into that purpose.
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How do I reinvent myself in my career?
This question comes to me in many different forms: how do I make a career change? What do I want to do with my life now that I’m all grown up? I know this isn’t it for my career, but I don’t know what is? How do I change course in my career?
What We're Talking About
- What it looks like to reinvent yourself in your career
- Inspirations who have done it
- Step-by-step actions you can take
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Are you a woman who feels stuck in her career? Do you KNOW you're underpaid, but you can't figure out why? In today's episode, we walk through the 2 mistakes women are making that are holding them back from career success.
What we’re talking about today:
- 2 Mistakes that Are Keeping you Stuck and Underpaid
- Focusing only on strategies and tactics, not mindset
- Only wanting the easy way out – and how to build your resilence
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Today we’re going to talk about sabbaticals - where my reality didn’t match up with my expectations, what I was surprised to learn, and 3 steps you can take to go on your own sabbatical.
What We’re Talking About
- Sabbatical expectations vs. reality
- What I learned on sabbatical
- 3 steps to taking your own sabbatical
- How you can rest now – even if you can’t take your own sabbatical
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Today we’re going to talk about when it’s ok and when it’s not ok to take a paycut for better work-life balance. I’m going to be sharing with you the 3 reasons to take a paycut and the 3 reasons not to.
Maybe you’re exploring companies online that seem to have a good work-life balance but you’re hesitating on applying because you’re worried they won’t pay enough. I want to start by saying that is likely not an issue...but we’re going to dig in deeper on this throughout the episode What We’re Talking About
- Will I ruin my career if I take a paycut?
- 3 reasons to take a paycut
- 3 reasons you should not take a paycut
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I'm back from sabbatical with a follow-up episode to our most popular podcast episode so far: The Foolproof Way to Answer “Tell me About Yourself.” I'm doing a follow-up because the next most sweat-inducing question to answer is: “What are your strengths and weaknesses?” And we're diving into it today.
In this episode, we’ll talk about:
- Why people struggle with this question
- Why companies and hiring managers actually ask this question
- Examples of strengths and examples of weaknesses
- A script of how to answer this question
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We’re talking about how to take control of your financial future and find financial freedom! You know I care about the money you make and I want you to know how to invest and use it well too. So today I have expert Ryan Lee on the podcast to talk about how to take control of your finances, your career, and your future. As Ryan’s company says, it’s time to “Rise up. Live Free.”
What We’re Talking About
- Moving away from corporate with intention
- Taking control of your finances
- How to become financially empowered and free
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I am thrilled to welcome my friend Steph J on the podcast today! Steph and I met at Lehigh University – on her very first day there. We’re getting into a beautiful conversation about faith and work. Where do they intersect? What is your calling? How do you figure it out? And then how do you live it out? Join us as we talk through these questions and more.
What We're Talking About
- Faith and work
- How to figure out your calling
- Is calling only for certain roles?
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We’re going there today, ladies: talking all about your period and career, and how together they can truly be your superpower! At Team Viviano, we’ve been fans from afar for a long time, so we’re delighted to welcome Claire Baker to the podcast and introduce her to all of you!
Claire Baker is a sought-after period coach and author. For nearly a decade she has taught thousands of women how to live in harmony with their menstrual cycle, rather than working against it. Today it's your turn to learn how to channel your very own superpower.
What We’re Talking About
- The seasons of your cycle
- How your period can truly be your superpower
- Navigating your cycle in the corporate world
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Today we’re changing things up to talk about personal things and not work...because I am t-minus 3 days from getting married!!! I’ve gotten a lot of questions on Instagram and LinkedIn about my story of meeting Brent, how I’ve gone from single as a pringle to about to get married, and how I’ve navigated singleness, dating, and engagement as a career woman. So I invited my sweetie Brent onto the podcast episode today so we can share our story together! Of course work and LinkedIn are a part of our dating and engagement story. We’re answering your questions and sharing some advice from our own lives of singleness and dating.
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Today I’m letting you in on the why, when, how, and what of my upcoming 8-week sabbatical. I shared about this on LinkedIn and Instagram and got so much support along with sooo many questions!
So I’m answering the questions and giving you encouragement for thinking about your own sabbatical or even just examining your work-life rhythms. I’m getting very honest on the why behind this and the how of what it’s going to look like. Listen in for the real real.
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I am thrilled to welcome back to the show my friend and fellow career coach, Adunola Adeshola! She is someone I HIGHLY recommend if you’re looking for a one-on-one career coaching option as I move away from that. We’re moving toward more courses and other work, but I want to introduce you to other coaches I love and respect. Adunola is definitely one of those! We're talking through her 5-step methodology for career search success.
Listen to her today and see if she might be a good fit for you. And while you’re at it, listen to our podcast conversation around race in the workplace.
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I want to give you a peek behind the curtains – a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to run a career coaching business. We’re talking about the work I do, how I structure my workdays and weeks, my keys to success, the tools that help me run this biz, and more. This episode is jam-packed!
This episode is relevant for you if you’re a 9-to-5'r, if you’re someone interested in the coaching business, or if you’re a wanna-preneur. It will give you ideas on what this looks like. And even if you’re a seasoned entrepreneur, this episode is going to be helpful for you too! I am going to teach you how I’ve built a successful 6 figure business without using ads!
What We’re Talking About
- My typical workday
- My keys to success
- Hardest things about growing a business
- All the tools we use
- How to get clients
- Plans for the future
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Being a careerwoman and single is a topic that connects with me both professionally and personally – and I think it may for many of you too. I am thrilled to have Yelena Bosovik on this episode with me to talk about being single and rocking the career world.
Yelena is a tax lawyer, author, magazine founder and editor in chief. She is involved in her church, mentoring young women, and is an inspiring woman all around! She moved from one of the big 4 accounting firms to a smaller firm recently. She’s the oldest of 10 (wow!) and has many siblings who are engaged and married. Plus she’s from a small immigrant community. She is a phenomenal woman who is rocking a different path than many from her growing up community, and she’s done so as a courageous pioneer. We talk about that journey and what it’s been like to be single along the way.
What We’re Talking About
- Navigating your career and singleness
- Where your identity intersects with your work
- How to think toward your legacy today
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We’re going to have a gal-to-gal pep talk. Let’s act like we’re sitting down across the table from one another for a coffee date or a happy hour. I’ve been hearing from a lot of people how discouraging it can be when you get rejected from a job. And I 100% get that. It can be brutal.
So today, I am going to talk about the four things that help me the most when I get rejected in my work life. Because unfortunately, rejection is something that happens a lot in our life. So what do we do? I’ve got four things to focus on….and I want you to listen in, soak it up, and hold onto these things as true.
What We’re Talking About
- The encouragement you need to hear after you’ve been rejected from a job
- How to make friends with rejection
- A note from me to you
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My friend and fellow career coach Adunola Adeshola joined me to bring our offline conversations about race in the workplace online to you on the podcast today. I’m so excited and honored to have her with me.
Recently, Adunola wrote an amazing article for Forbes called 3 Things You Should Not Say to Your Black Colleagues Right Now. Many of you read it in our email or from my LinkedIn post about it. I wanted to have Adunola on to talk about that article and to help us learn more in the midst of our current worldwide moment so that we can be better colleagues, leaders, and friends when engaging with race in the workplace.
What We’re Talking About
- “3 Things You Should Not Say to Your Black Colleagues”
- Being Black in corporate America
- The most important thing companies can do right now
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We’re talking about negotiation today – specifically, 5 things you can negotiate besides your salary. For women, negotiation can be a really big struggle. It’s a newer topic we may be exploring. How do we figure out how to do it? Once we figure out how to do it, what can we negotiate besides salary?
The reality is that your salary does not have to be the only thing you negotiate in your offer package. Before you begin negotiating, you need to know what things are of highest value to you, top priority. Getting clear on these will help you know what to negotiate and how to do it well. We help you walk through this and identify what these are for you within Recruit the Employer.
What We're Talking About
- The 5 things you can negotiate besides salary
- Creative options within all 5 areas of negotiation
- How to rock your job search
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Wouldn't it be nice to cut through all the noise and confusion about job applications, resumes, and the ever-confusing process of the job search? I have created a step by step structure to give you clarity, confidence, and a plan for landing your dream job and taking back control of your career. Listen in to learn all about it.
What We're Talking About
- Opening our doors for Recruit the Employer the Course!
- The 5 steps to land your dream job
- How to dig into each step and start making strategic career moves
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Today’s episode is with a client of mine – Anne. She has gone through the Recruit the Employer course and today she’s walking us through the way she processes accepting a job. Plus, I think her story of landing a job in the midst of coronavirus will be inspiring, uplifting, and show you what is possible with the right strategies and mindset.
I know when a lot of you do get a job offer you’re excited...but then you’re asking yourself, “What if it’s the wrong move?” You’re thinking through, “Should I just stay put?” We’re talking about ALL of it! Anne walks us through her process of how she decided what was the right move for her and her family, and how you can do the same.
What We're Talking About
- How to process through accepting (or not) a job offer
- Landing a job in the midst of coronavirus
- The strategy and mindset behind an intentional job search – and how to get these!
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Does this sound familiar? "I cannot figure out why I cannot land this job. I see I’m qualified, I tweaked my resume for it, and clearly, my experience should show them I’m qualified. I just can’t figure out what’s up. Why was I rejected with a blanket statement generic email?!"
I hear this from SO many people. And while part of the issue is digital tracking, bots, and AI systems, that’s not all of it. Today, we’re talking about troubleshooting why you may be qualified but can’t land the job – and what to do about it!
What We’re Talking About
- Why you aren’t hearing back on your applications
- Making a clear plan of action for your job search
- How to approach the job search with confidence and peace
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Today we’re talking all about the job search – and 4 ways women sell themselves short in the process. I know many of you listening are thinking about the job search or currently in the midst of it. And I want to help you identify if you’re selling yourself short. Because I wish all women could see in them what I see – outstanding skills and capabilities!
I hope this episode gives you a better lens on how you think about yourself, your career, and what you’re actually good at. And I hope it helps you see where you’re selling yourself short and how to begin to change that. Let’s change it, together!
What We're Talking About
- The ways women sell themselves short in the job search
- How to change your mindset and behavior
- How to rock your job search & your career with confidence
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Are you wondering if you’re making the right career move?! Or if it's time to make a move? If so, you’re not alone. There are so many people asking this question right now. And I’m here to give you 3 steps to ensure that you are making the right move...and that it’s the right move for you. You can have clarity and confidence in this decision, friend.
What We’re Talking About
- The paralysis of “the right thing”
- 3 Steps to make the right move
- A bonus to help you with the decision
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We’re trying something fun and new today: a behind-the-scenes of what career coaching looks like! I’m talking with a rockstar professional woman who is dealing with what I see a ton of women work through – imposter syndrome. Every woman I have worked with has dealt with some level of imposter syndrome...whether just beginning their career, mid-level, or even CEO level. It doesn’t go away with a promotion.
I hope today’s episode leaves you encouraged that you are not alone in struggling with imposter syndrome and there’s a lot of alignment with each of our stories. I also hope it gives you a little glimpse into what my coaching looks like and what it could do for you.
What We're Talking About
- Where Imposter Syndrome sneaks in
- How to change your mindset in key areas
- Action steps to transform your career as you overcome Imposter Syndrome
- Sneak peek into how I do coaching
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Unfortunately, this expletive – b**** – is used for confident and assertive women in the workplace all too often. It may be used directly, people may say “bia” instead (as I am on the podcast so we don’t get marked as an explicit show!), be called bossy, or any other number of words or phrases.
So how do we handle this and show up as the authentic and strong women we are? How can we come across as confident and assertive without being labeled like this? It’s possible, I promise.
What We're Talking About
- How to be confident and assertive
- How to be yourself in your career
- How to deal when someone calls you a b****
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Today, we’re focusing on your career for the long haul and the fastest way to 2x your salary! A question I often hear is “How do I make more money in my career?” I’m giving you three ways to think about this and then make it happen.
Wherever you are quarantining from, I hope this podcast is proving useful to you in thinking about your career...immediately and in the long-term!
What We’re Talking About
- Knowing Your Worth
- Changing Companies
- Negotiation
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Today I am giving you the ultimate guide to online networking. I’ve had a lot of conversations on LinkedIn about this and have realized that online networking is one of the biggest hang-ups people have in their careers! How do I do online networking? When do I use online networking? Why should I like online networking? And I also hear so many objections to online networking!
I’m going to tell you why I love online networking – and why you should too! Because right now is the very best time to up your online networking skills.
What We’re Talking About
- Why I love networking
- Addressing your doubts about networking
- Why you should network
- Shifting your mindset around networking
- Some ways to get started with online networking
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Today we’re talking all about how to make a career pivot. If you’re thinking that it may make the most sense to make a career pivot and to not go back to the same job, this is for you. We’re talking through 3 steps for how you can actually make a career pivot happen.
This is our last episode in our bingeable series about job searching in the time of coronavirus. You can check out the others here in case you missed them.
What We’re Talking About
- Answering “What do you want?”
- Why make a career pivot?
- How to make a career pivot
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One of the things I keep hearing people ask is how to prepare when everything is unpredictable. How do you make a plan or prepare for what’s next...when no one seems to know what’s next?! We’re diving into this with some reminders and reassurances, an evaluation of where we place our trust, tips on how to find peace, and ways to practically prepare for what is predictable.
What We’re Talking About
- Things that are predictable – and things that are not
- Where can we put our trust?
- How to go where the peace is
- How to prepare for what’s predictable
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Today, I’m sharing four work from home (WFH) tips to help you keep your sanity. Because we all need them right now. I know so many of us are now working from home, trying to navigate this with kids, and learning how to do this when you haven’t ever before...or in a new way! I want to give you the best tips and tools that I have learned over 3 years of WFH myself. Plus I added tips from the amazing women in my Recruit the Employer program!
What We're Talking About * How to create a routine + schedule * How to build friendships + your network * How to communicate better than ever * How to have grace with yourself
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Right now is the time to prepare to rock your video interviews because the great news is: companies are STILL HIRING! I’m hearing this from recruiters, women in Recruit the Employer, and others. If you are ready to take the bull by the horns and leverage your resources and time into the job search, I believe this can be one of the very best times to differentiate yourself from other people who are staying stuck. And for the companies who are hiring, there is a massive shift toward video interviews for everyone. So, how do you prepare well? I’m so glad you asked!
What We’re Talking About
- Mindset for video interviews
- How to prep for a video interview
- Environment for your interview
- Technology tips and best practices
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On today's episode we’re talking about how to not freak out – in the midst of coronavirus, job losses, and unexpected economic shifts. This is the first episode in a series we’re putting out this week to serve you in the midst of these unprecedented times.
Why am I starting this series with how to not freak out? Because I’ve been there myself. And I think many of you may have been too. I want to talk through how we can choose to not freak out with truth and practical steps – so we don't make bad decisions for our lives and careers out of fear. I'm here to be your friend and coach in the midst of this so we can all walk through it well.
What We’re Talking About
- How do I stop myself from freaking out?
- Five Actionable Steps to take this week
- Moving yourself, your career, and your community forward
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Coronavirus – it’s all the buzz these days, isn’t it friends? As this is all unfolding in real-time, I decided to interrupt our normal schedule and bring you an episode all about Coronavirus and how it could disrupt your work and your job search. This was nowhere in the plans for any of us, was it? But here we are. So let’s talk about how this is affecting our jobs, job searches, and career and life in general.
What We’re Talking About * Fear vs. Proactivity * Job Search Impact * Work From Home Tips * What to do with Downtime
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Do you wonder what it takes to be a woman at the top of her career game? On today's episode, I'm bringing you 5 amazing success secrets from rockstar career women earning $100K+. All of these success secrets are from women in my Recruit the Employer program. These women are the real deal! I’d love to invite you to take notes and to send me a message on LinkedIn with which success secret stood out to you most. There's a thread running through them all, and it may surprise you!
What We're Talking About
- 5 Success Secrets of $100K+ Career Women
- Context Around each Secret
- Action Items for each Secret
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Do you think selling yourself in an interview feels sleazy and uncomfortable? Or like you’re forcing someone’s hand? I’m here to tell you it is none of those! In this episode, we’re talking all about how to sell yourself in an interview — what it is, what it is not, and how to do it in a non-sleazy way.
What We’re Talking About
- What does it mean to sell yourself?
- Why selling yourself is important in an interview and elsewhere
- How to sell yourself in a non-sleazy way
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Y’all know I love my LinkedIn – it’s my favorite tool! But I also know it can raise some big questions. Today we're tackling one of the questions I get most often about using LinkedIn during your job search – how do I start to leverage LinkedIn without getting fired?! I’m here for you, friend, and we’re going to dive in deep because this fear should not hold you back anymore.
What We're Talking About
- The lies you’re believing about leveraging LinkedIn
- Rules of thumb for how to do this well
- LinkedIn profile pointers
- Worst case scenario – you’re found out
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What does it look like to be on the CEO track? And what does it mean to you personally? Whether you want to be a company’s CEO one day or simply want the tools to be CEO of your own life, this episode is for you! I’m defining what a CEO is, how this applies to your life, and how you can reposition your career so that you’re on the CEO track!
What We’re Talking About
- What is a CEO?
- What Makes a Great CEO
- How to Become a CEO – in a Company and Your Own Life!
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In the midst of a job search, you need to choose the best ways to invest your money. On this episode I’m talking about why hiring a resume writer is NOT the best use of your money. You may be thinking, hold on...don’t you help people fix their resumes? Why would you tell us not to hire you? Honestly, I think resumes are overrated and there are many other ways you can invest that will serve you better. And I’m giving you all kinds of options for where you can invest. But if you are going to hire a resume writer, I’m giving you tips on how to do that best and not get duped!
What We’re Talking About
- Why Resumes are Overrated
- Misconceptions about Resume Writers
- Other Ways to Invest Your Money
- If You’re Hiring a Resume Writer, How to Do It Well
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Are you ready for $20K more, ladies?? On today’s episode, I’m sharing about how I can help you navigate your career with confidence and negotiate for $20k more…or maybe even double your salary! Plus I’m answering questions I’ve been getting a lot, like: How do I work with you? What do you offer? How does it work? And why have you chosen to work with only women this year?!
I am so excited about this, friends! I believe we can change a generation of women!
What We’re Talking About:
- How you can get your career mojo back and negotiate more
- All the details on my signature program, Recruit the Employer
- Answering your questions about how to work with me + what that looks like
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One of the things I am asked most often is how to answer the question, “Tell me about yourself?” Often this is the first question asked in an interview, so you want a rock-solid answer! But sometimes it’s hard to know just what to say here. In this episode, I’m teaching you how to answer this question well, how NOT to answer it, and how to answer with confidence in a variety of situations!
What We Are Talking About
- What Not to Say
- How to Craft Your Answer
- A Case Study
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We're starting the new podcast season off with a bang! I'm giving you an insider view on how one of my clients more than doubled her salary, transformed her mindset, and took control of her career and life – and how you can do the same! We're talking about how to have clarity in your career, know the next right step, speak your career dreams out loud, and how to become the CEO of your own life. It's time to chase those career dreams, friend! __ Connect with Jena on LinkedIn here.
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We're talking all about Enneagram Type 9s in this episode with Lauren Elkins Gray. Type 9s are known as the peaceful person, the peacemaker, or the mediator. Nines are steady and balanced in their approach to work and relationships. They can see all sides of an issue and are able to bring people together in a spirit of cooperation and harmony.
What We're Talking About:
- Enneagram Type 9 Profile
- Strengths
- Weaknesses
- Type 9 in the Workplace
- Growth Practices
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It's all about Enneagram Type 8s in this episode with Lauren Elkins Gray. Type 8s are known as the powerful person or the challenger. Eights are good at taking charge of their environment. They know how to mobilize to get things done. They make good leaders, and they will stand up for the positions and the people they care about.
What We're Talking About:
- Enneagram Type 8 Profile
- Strengths
- Weaknesses
- Type 8 in the Workplace
- Growth Practices
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We're talking all about Enneagram Type 7s in this episode with Lauren Elkins Gray. Type 7s are known as the joyful person, the enthusiast, or the visionary. Sevens are quick thinking, adaptable, and positive in their outlook. Where other people see problems, they see opportunities. They like to enjoy multiple interests and multiple options.
What We're Talking About:
- Enneagram Type 7 Profile
- Strengths
- Weaknesses
- Type 7 in the Workplace
- Growth Practices
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We're talking all about Enneagram Type 6s in this episode with Lauren Elkins Gray. Type 6s are known as the loyal person, the loyalist, or the troubleshooter. Sixes focus on figuring out what’s going on around them to create safety and structure. They are loyal, dependable, and they are especially good at anticipating problems and creating solutions.
What We're Talking About:
- Enneagram Type 6 Profile
- Strengths
- Weaknesses
- Type 6 in the Workplace
- Growth Practices
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We're talking all about Enneagram Type 5s in this episode with Lauren Elkins Gray. Type 5s are known as the wise person, the observer, or the sage. Fives are excellent thinkers and strategists. They seek to develop technical expertise and accumulate knowledge. They need lots of privacy and autonomy.
What We're Talking About:
- Enneagram Type 5 Profile
- Strengths
- Weaknesses
- Type 5 in the Workplace
- Growth Practices
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We're talking all about Enneagram Type 4s in this episode with Lauren Elkins Gray. Type 4s are known as the original person, the romantic, or the individualist. Fours focus on authenticity, meaning, and aesthetics. They value excellence in all things and they want to make a personal connection to their work and to the people around them.
What We're Talking About:
- Enneagram Type 4 Profile
- Strengths
- Weaknesses
- Type 4 in the Workplace
- Growth Practices
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It's all about Enneagram Type 3s in this episode with Lauren Elkins Gray. Type 3s are known as the effective person, the achiever, or the performer. Threes have tremendous productivity. Enthusiastic and highly motivated, they quickly move into action to accomplish results.
What We're Talking About:
- Enneagram Type 3 Profile
- Strengths
- Weaknesses
- Type 3 in the Workplace
- Growth Practices
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We're talking all about Enneagram Type 2s in this episode with Lauren Elkins Gray. Type 2s are known as the loving person, the helper, or the giver. Twos are positive and people-oriented. They make excellent communicators and will support the best interests of the organization.
What We're Talking About:
- Enneagram Type 2 Profile
- Strengths
- Weaknesses
- Type 2 in the Workplace
- Growth Practices
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We're talking all about Enneagram Type 1s in this episode with Lauren Elkins Gray. Type 1s are known as the good person, the perfectionist, or the reformer. Ones are responsible, thorough, and hard working with high standards for themselves and others.
What We're Talking About:
- Enneagram Type 1 Profile
- Strengths
- Weaknesses
- Type 1 in the Workplace
- Growth Practices
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Surprise, friends!!! We are so excited to bring you this bonus series as our Christmas gift to you – all about the Enneagram in the Workplace! It's totally bingeable since each episode averages about 15 minutes. This episode is a great intro with Enneagram coach and expert Lauren Elkins Gray who joins me to tell us what the Enneagram is, why it's helpful in your workplace, and we get set up to learn about all 9 types! Start here, then away we go! –
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If you have a micromanaging boss, they probably don’t know it...but you do! On today’s episode, I’m going to equip you with the tools and tactics to manage that relationship better and your own emotions better in the process. These are tools that will help you succeed in the workplace, even with a micromanager! Plus, I’m going to help you avoid becoming a micromanager. What We’re Talking About * Defining what a micromanager looks like * Talking through 3 ways to handle a micromanager * Walking through how you can avoid BECOMING a micromanager
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Today, I am equipping you to ask the questions no one does in an interview – but the questions everyone should! These questions will help you find out about a company's culture and if it's a fit for you. I was inspired to do this episode because I get SO many questions from readers and listeners about finding the right culture fit.
What We’re Talking About * How to take a posture of interviewing the interviewer! * A good way to really discern the culture – don’t get duped! * Recognizing that culture is different for everyone
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I’m a big believer in loving your coworkers. Think about it: you spend 8+ hours a day alongside these people! For many of us, that’s more time than we spend with a significant other or outside-of-work friends. If we allow ourselves, our workplaces could be a place to find and nurture rich relationships.
If you want to shower your coworkers with some gift-giving this holiday season, I’ve compiled an episode full of my FAVORITE things to gift your team.
And for some extra fun, I invited my co-worker to join me! On this episode, my Marketing Manager Sarah jumped in on the holiday fun with me! So these are our favorites together for you to love on your co-workers this holiday season.
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The questions I get asked most often are about resumes – What do I do with them? How do I write one without gauging my eyes out? How do I make sure I have enough keywords to get past those applicant bots?!
Can I get an AMEN that resumes are really frustrating?
On today’s episode, I’m teaching you how to write a killer resume in 48 hours! With no eyes gauged out in the process...
What we’re talking about today:
- Mental barriers holding you back from finishing your resume
- Step-by-step methodology to writing a killer resume
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Today is a REALLY fun episode that was not originally planned when we were mapping out Season 3. Mostly, because we had no idea that I was going to get featured on Jenna Kutcher’s Goal Digger podcast.
After that interview, I got a boatload of followers, connections on Linkedin, emails, and increased my following a lot. So I polled my audience and asked if they wanted to know how I got on Jenna Kutcher’s podcast. And I got a resounding “YES!”...so I’m giving the people what they want today!
BUT today’s episode is not just going to teach you how to get on a major podcast. I also want to help you:
- Change your mindset & get over the fear of rejection
- Show you how to set goals...and follow through on them
- How I prepared for the interview
- Share what I learned from that experience...and what I still have to work on
- And then share with you the exact script I used to land the interview
Be bold. Be courageous - you never know what is on the other side of an ask.
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You should be preparing yourself for your next job right now – not when you are in need of a new one. Preparing for your dream job or even simply your next job will make it easier for you to land a new job when you actually want to make a career change. We’re going over 4 ways to start working towards your dream job that will help elevate the way employers and recruiters view you and your work ethic.
LinkedIn is the platform of the future...start using it!
What we’re talking about
- Creating Your Networking Little Black Book
- Create Content on LinkedIn
- Networking Opportunities
- Passion Projects
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A personal brand is not only important but necessary whether you are a CEO, job seeker, or an entrepreneur. Today we are tackling what a personal brand is, what the bio or about me section on LinkedIn is, 3 tips for writing a great bio and why all of this is important to you. LinkedIn’s “about me” section is your electronic elevator pitch and allows you to showcase everything about you. It’s a must-have and if you are thinking that creating a great bio is overwhelming, then you are going to discover how to stop overthinking and start writing today!
No matter what your current job is, you need to update your bio!
What we’re talking about
- What Is A Personal Brand?
- What Is The LinkedIn Bio Section?
- 3 LinkedIn Bio Tips
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LinkedIn is not only the place to be, it's the new resume and a great way to network with literally anyone in the world. Using LinkedIn when you are ready to start looking for a new job is too late. It’s time to drop the excuses of not having enough time, not knowing what to write, and not wanting to talk about yourself and finally update your profile. Start networking with real people and discover companies that you want to work for by updating your profile and making it searchable by recruiters. Whether you’re a 9-5’r considering a new job or an entrepreneur looking for clients, partnerships or speaking opportunities, it’s time to build your personal brand on LinkedIn.
Thought leaders get hired, so it’s time to showcase your expertise!
What we’re talking about
- Why I Love LinkedIn
- You Should Be Using LinkedIn All The Time
- Updating Your LinkedIn Profile
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Kat Harris is the co-founder of The Refined Woman and host of The Refined Collective podcast. She’s sharing how she went from tennis star to Bible major in college to photographer and is now an online educator and speaker who's empowering women to embrace who they are. Kat is discussing how to face your fears, embrace opportunities as ways to grow, and the importance of reflecting on the kind of life you want to live when deciding to pivot in your career.
Every opportunity is an opportunity to grow if we choose it to be.
What we’re talking about
- Deciding When To Pivot
- Limiting Beliefs
- Looking Towards The Future
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Confidence is something we all need to have and yet it’s something so many of us lack, especially in our work lives. Today we are discussing how to know when you’re lacking confidence and 5 ways you can regain your confidence – starting today! From standing up for yourself to negotiating your salary to surrounding yourself with people who believe in you, your confidence is going to grow once you implement these tips into your life and they are going to make a difference in who you are and how you feel.
Success is half achievement and half confidence.
What we’re talking about
- Lacking Confidence At Work
- How To Regain Confidence
- Take Action
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A new job can be daunting on its own, but moving across the country to an unknown city where you know no one can seem overwhelming. The truth is that you probably aren’t networking within your own city, so it shouldn’t be viewed as a big deal if you move somewhere new and there are ways you can get to know new people and your new city ahead of time. We are tackling 5 myths about finding a new job in a new city and how to tackle them even if you are filled with fear.
Press on. Press forward. Go where the peace is.
What we’re talking about
- New Job Objections
- Fearing The Unknown
- Steps To Finding A New Job
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If you’re wondering if it’s time for you to move on from your current job, then you’ll want to hear the 5 ways to figure out if you should be looking for something new right away. We’re discussing first jobs, company loyalties, advocating for yourself, and when to know it’s time to move on. If you’ve got the itch to leave your job, then discover how to move towards something, instead of just moving on.
It’s time to advocate for yourself!
What we’re talking about
- When Do You Find A New Job
- Giving It 6 Months
- 5 Ways To Know It’s Time To Find A New Job
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Today I am sharing my career journey from interning to landing a job on WallStreet and finally launching my own coaching business. We are going to dive deep into looking for opportunities and also taking advantage of those offered to you, how networking can be key to your next career move, how to get out of your comfort zone and what you’re going to feel when you decide to make that pivot in your career.
If you’re not uncomfortable, you’re not growing!
What we’re talking about
- Money Isn’t Everything
- Get Out Of Your Comfort Zone
- Taking A Risk And Learning To Pivot
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Elizabeth McCravy is a website designer whose focus is on branding and she works from home. Elizabeth is sharing her tips and tricks on how she finds balance in working from home and how she sets weekly champagne moments...goals to celebrate her wins! This episode is packed with tips on how to track your hours, stray from distractions and maximize your most efficient times of the day, whether you work from home or in an office.
Cheers to the champagne moments in your life!
What we’re talking about
- Work-Life Balance
- Working From Home
- Networking
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Bri Lamberson is a personal stylist who is sharing all of her tips on how to find your own style to how to make money by cleaning out your closet. She discusses how having staple pieces in your wardrobe not only helps you curate a collection of great outfits, but also allows you to add your personal style with accessories. Learn how to find confidence in what you wear and in how you feel wearing it, while remaining comfortable and stylish!
Let’s figure out your personal style!
What we’re talking about
- Morning Routines
- Style Staples - for men and women!
- Finding Your Style
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On today's episode, Aaron Bailey is sharing about his own sabbatical and what he learned along the way.
Aaron Bailey decided to leave his SaaS job in New York to hike the Pacific Crest Trail and find himself. After hiking 2,650 miles, Aaron found silence, solitude, a new confidence, and that going to therapy might have been an easier choice! He’s sharing his advice for anyone considering a sabbatical and what he learned along the way of his 4.5 month journey.
A sabbatical is intentional rest.
What we're talking about:
- Escaping Your Job
- Hiking the PCT
- Lessons Learned
Listen along to learn about taking intentional rest - on the PCT and at home!
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As professionals, our GREATEST asset is our brains.
On today's episode, Amber Gentry, a holistic health coach is chatting with us all about how we can protect our brains for the long haul. She is a dear friend from my New York days who does a beautiful job balancing motherhood and a business...all while instilling healthy eating habits in her 3 kids.
Brain health is one of the most important aspects of our lives and by simply switching some of the foods we eat, we can reduce brain fog, increase effectiveness and create a healthier lifestyle. Amber shares some easy substitutes you can start incorporating today along with how she has been teaching her kids how to identify when they need more nutrients to help their moods.
Don’t let brain fog get in the way of your day!
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Katy Krupnik is a professional organizer from The Tidy Cottage who is sharing not only great tips for how you can get organized at home and work, but how it’s ok for things NOT to be perfect.
From assessing your goals to creating systems that work for you to choosing what you want to focus on, Katy has tips for all of this. Get ready to have the urge to organize your life after this episode!
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I'm not a mom yet, but I know that balancing an impressive career while raising kids is no easy feat.
In this episode, Jennifer Fink is sharing the challenges of being a working mom along with her best tips on how to handle travel, middle and high schoolers and working on your marriage.
Whether you are currently are a working mom, are toying with going back to work, or plan to work while raising kiddos, this podcast is for you.
Full show notes, here.
Work-life balance is a constant ebb and flow. Often times the biggest fluctuations occur when our life stage changes.
In this episode, we chat with Stephanie May Wilson to get her take on what work-life balance really looks like when you're single and when you're married...and how to enjoy and relish in each season!
In this episode we talk about:
- Your Personal Definition of Work-Life Balance
- Seasons of Work vs. Seasons of Play
- How to Embrace Your Single Life
- Transitioning from Single to Married
Stephanie May Wilson is an author, podcaster and speaker who is on a mission to help women thrive in their most important relationships.
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I'm always looking for quick ways to insert some "zen" into my work day. Essential oils have been one of the easiest and best ways for me to start my day off calm and destress throughout.
Before meeting my friend Gretchen, I honestly thought this whole essential oil craze was a bunch of "woo-woo"....until I tried it myself.
In this episode, you'll learn some oil blends I swear by and some other tips to create a sense of calm at work.
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@beautyfromthedust
My 3 Favorite Oils:
- Lavender + Peppermint + OnGuard (doterra)
Ever wonder what all the HYPE is with morning routines? Well, in this episode we unpack just how crucial having a morning routine is to the overall success of your work day.
Work-life balance coach and yoga instructor, Lauren Zoeller walks us through her top secret magic formula that will transform you from a stressed out and tired professional to a zen-like superstar.
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Lauren helps individuals find work/life balance for increased happiness and heightened performance. She brings life balance to the overworked professional and equips them with the tools they need to re-fill their cup. She believes that EVERY aspect of life is meant to be lived, not just your work.
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Her podcast: The Balanced Boss podcast Instagram: @laurenzoeller Facebook LinkedIn
Has work taken over your life? Are you unable to set clear boundaries for yourself between work and personal life? Are you prioritizing your boss' tasks versus your personal wellness?
What if instead you were able to operate from a posture of rest? What if you could shift your mindset on HOW you looked at success, work, and balance? What if you were able to create boundaries...and keep them?
In this episode, TJ Loeffler walks us through the mindset shifts he uses to find more fulfillment and balance with work.
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TJ Loeffler is an American life coach and international keynote speaker. He's on a personal mission to activate people into more of their God-given potential, empowering you with wisdom and practical tools he's acquired from his journey of life experiences. Formerly at Goldman Sachs, today TJ travels around the country and overseas to speak and teach from his life story. He serves as a mentor and adviser to some of the world's best rising talent in their field, including tech execs, investment bankers, consultants, pastors, artists, and former pro athletes. His practical messages offer a powerful perspective on some of life's most difficult questions about identity, purpose, and overcoming the barriers that hold us back from creating the life we know we're made to live.