Best John Neral Podcasts (2024)

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273: Mastering the 30-Minute Job Interview: What You Need to Know 21:56

2h ago21:56

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Send us a text Curious about how to make a lasting impression in just 30 minutes? Discover the secrets to mastering a job interview with precision and confidence. This episode uncovers strategies to showcase your skills while aligning perfectly with company expectations efficiently. I'll guide you through the importance of curiosity, showing how se…

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272: Feeling Sick of Your Job 16:33

6d ago16:33

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Send us a text Feeling stuck or fed up with your current job situation as the holiday season looms? You're not alone. Thanksgiving may bring gratitude for some, but for many mid-career professionals, it also shines a spotlight on job dissatisfaction and the struggle to find career joy. Join me as I unpack these seasonal pressures and share my journ…

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271: From the Baseball Field to Leadership & Team Success with Mike Robbins 32:13

1h ago32:13

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Send us a text What happens when your childhood dream comes crashing down? Join my conversation with Mike Robbins, a former professional baseball player turned renowned keynote speaker and leadership expert. Mike's journey from the baseball field to the corporate stage is a testament to the power of resilience and reinvention. Discover how he navig…

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270: Should You Ask About Hiring Objections in Your Job Interview? 14:49

21d ago14:49

14:49

Send us a text Should you ever ask a hiring manager if they have any objections to hiring you? This episode of the Mid-Career GPS Podcast tackles this job interview conundrum head-on. Learn to navigate the nuances of this controversial question and discover how it might impact your chances of landing the job. We explore the boldness and potential p…

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269: You Don't Have to Love Your Career with Dr. Joy Zhao 34:52

28d ago34:52

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Send us a text Discover the transformative journey of Dr. Joy Zhao, a trailblazer in the world of data science who turned personal career setbacks into a narrative of resilience and purpose. Dr. Zhao candidly shares her evolution from facing unemployment to leading top-tier teams, revealing the pivotal stages of viewing work merely as a job to embr…

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268: Estate Planning Essentials for Mid-Career Professionals with Andrea Bryk 36:22

20d ago36:22

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Send us a text What happens if you are no longer here or unable to care for yourself? How protected are your loved ones? We all need to have this conversation, but many mid-career professionals avoid it because they don’t feel they need to or have to. In this episode, you'll meet Andrea Bryk, who believes everyone, not just the wealthy, deserves pe…

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267: CRUSH Your Next Job Interview: Transform Your Nerves into Confidence 13:09

1M ago13:09

13:09

Send us a text Unlock the secrets to mastering your job interviews and transforming anxiety into confidence. Imagine walking into your next interview not overwhelmed by nerves or fixated on the outcome, but fully present and prepared to showcase your unique value. This episode promises to equip you with essential mindset shifts to revolutionize you…

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266: Unlocking Admin-Executive Strategy with Monique Helstrom 32:41

2M ago32:41

32:41

Send us a text You are not “just” your title. You are far more than that. Many mid-career professionals sometimes downplay the importance or significance of the value they provide to their teams, leaders, and organizations. Today, you will meet Monique Helstrom. She is a recruiter of talented assistants for busy executives. She is also a coach and …

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265: Strategies for Handling Office Politics with Niven Postma 34:57

2M ago34:57

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Send us a text What’s your opinion on office politics? Perhaps you try to avoid them. Maybe you feel confident navigating them, or better yet, you say you can handle them when you have to but would prefer to avoid them altogether. In this episode, I’m joined by Niven Postma, an advisor to global executive teams, lecturer, keynote speaker, and autho…

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264: Mastering Communication and Conflict Resolution Skills with Karin Hurt 32:35

2M ago32:35

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Send us a text Unlock the secrets to mastering communication in the post-pandemic workplace with our special guest, Karin Hurt, founder and CEO of Let's Grow Leaders. Karin opens up about a career-defining moment when a team member exposed her lack of vulnerability, leading her to pivot towards authentic leadership. We explore how remote work has f…

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263: Amazon's Return to Office Policy and What It Means for You 16:34

2M ago16:34

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Send us a text Amazon CEO Andy Jassy released a statement last week notifying all Amazon employees that they will need to be in the office five days per week beginning in January 2025. How many companies will follow Amazon's lead and require their employees to be in the office five days per week? What does this mean for you? You can read Andy Jassy…

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262: Interview Tip: Stop Telling These Stories About Yourself 13:32

3M ago13:32

13:32

Send us a text Typically, there are two big seasons in anyone’s career development. The time from September to November when people are looking for a new job and want to make sure they reach their career goals before the year ends. The next time is from January to March when people are wrapped up in the excitement of the new year and want to start …

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261: Building Your LinkedIn Network with Jemima Attanasio 37:24

3M ago37:24

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Send us a text Jemima Atanasio is Senior Director of Development at Fordham College at Rose Hill. Jemima takes us through her transformative journey from the hustle of special events fundraising to the more balanced realm of major gifts work. Discover how pivotal moments in 2016, amidst significant political changes, led her to reassess her career …

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260: Performance Improvement Plans: What You Need to Know 18:12

3M ago18:12

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Send us a text Have you ever been on a PIP? Have you ever had to manage a PIP? If you don’t know what a PIP is, that could be considered a good thing. A performance improvement plan (PIP) is a formal document that helps employees struggling to meet job performance expectations. It outlines areas of performance that are falling short, identifies ski…

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259: When You Are Too Valuable to Be Promoted 17:09

3M ago17:09

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Send us a text Feeling like you're stuck in your career despite being a high performer? Discover the secrets to breaking free from the "value trap" and achieving the promotions you deserve. This episode of the Mid-Career GPS Podcast offers five actionable strategies to help you recognize and navigate this common professional challenge. Learn how to…

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258: Everyone Deserves a Great Manager with FranklinCovey's Todd Davis 34:04

4M ago34:04

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Send us a text Prepare to unlock the secrets of effective leadership development as we sit down with Todd Davis, senior consultant and thought leader at FranklinCovey. Ever wondered why so many professionals find themselves in leadership roles without the proper training? Through Todd's transformative mid-career experience and his unmatched experti…

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257: Build a Personal Landing Page to Find Your Next Job with Kate Speer 32:59

4M ago32:59

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Send us a text Unlock the secrets to turning adversity into opportunity with marketing and communications expert Kate Speer. Discover how Kate transformed an unexpected job loss into a remarkable career pivot by leveraging her marketing skills for self-promotion. Learn actionable strategies for creating a compelling personal landing page and buildi…

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256: Reframe Your Job Search: Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Find Your Next Job 14:55

4M ago14:55

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Send us a text Do you think there are certain times of the year when it's better to find a new job? Think again! In this episode of the Mid-Career GPS Podcast, I bust the myth that waiting until a certain time is the best strategy for job seekers. I share real-life examples to help you discover why taking action now can propel your career forward f…

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255: Creating an Unstoppable Career with Former Navy Seal and CEO, Alden Mills 33:46

4M ago33:46

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Send us a text What makes a Navy SEAL commander leave the battlefield to create a multimillion-dollar fitness empire? Join us on the Mid-Career GPS Podcast as we sit down with Alden Mills, a three-time Navy SEAL platoon commander, successful entrepreneur, and Inc. 500 CEO, who takes us through his extraordinary journey. Alden shares his transformat…

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254: Owning Your Career While Building a Safety Net with Paula Caligiuri, Ph.D. 29:25

4M ago29:25

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Send us a text Ready to take full control of your career journey? In this episode of the Mid-Career GPS Podcast, you'll uncover the essential steps to self-direct your professional path confidently and clearly. Join us as I speak with Paula Caligiuri, president of Skiillify and professor at Northwestern University. She shares her transformative exp…

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253: Deciding Whether You Should Apply for the Job or Not 13:42

5M ago13:42

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Send us a text Have you ever looked at a job posting and talked yourself out of applying for it? Sure you have! When that internal voice creeps in and starts telling you that you aren’t good enough for the position or there are far more people qualified than you to do the job, it’s time to acknowledge it and kick it to the curb. In this episode, I’…

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252: Surviving Career Uncertainty: Lessons from Broadway with Megan Kingery 39:48

5M ago39:48

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Send us a text Unlock the secrets to harnessing creative energy for career success with Megan Kingery, a multifaceted producer who has mastered the art of navigating career uncertainties. Discover how Megan transitioned from being a doer to a leader, leveraging coaching and strategic planning to align her personal vision with how she's perceived pr…

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251: Three Tips to Advocate for Your Leadership & Career Development 21:00

5M ago21:00

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Send us a text What if you could take 100% responsibility for your career and transform your leadership style in just three days? Join me on this episode of the Mid-Career GPS Podcast as I share my experience at NextUp's Rising Stars Conference, where over 250 mid-level leaders from the U.S., Canada, and the Netherlands embarked on a career develop…

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250: Navigating Today's Job Market with More Confidence and Career Clarity 28:42

5M ago28:42

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Send us a text There are things you should be doing in today's job market that you wouldn't do four years ago. And some things you wouldn't do last year! Join me as we celebrate 250 episodes of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast. I'll explain why you need to be crystal clear about the value you bring to your current and future organizations. I'll also shar…

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249: When to Pursue an Advanced Degree with Dr. Teresa Yankanich 32:16

6M ago32:16

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Send us a text Imagine balancing a nursing career, raising young children, and pursuing higher education all at once. Meet the incredible Dr. Teresa Yankanich, who accomplished just that and earned her Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP) at the age of 60. This episode of the Mid-Career GPS Podcast uncovers Teresa's inspiring journey from a business…

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248: Building a Career Prototype: Strategies for Advancing Your Career with Jeff Perry 34:23

6M ago34:23

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Send us a text Ever wondered how approaching your career like an engineering project could transform your professional life? I'm joined by Jeff Perry, author of "The Intentional Engineer - A Guide to a Purpose-Driven Life and Career For Engineers and Technical Professionals," as he reveals the secrets to better job alignment and career satisfaction…

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247: Effective Leadership by Balancing Directness with Empathy with Vanessa Judelman 37:08

6M ago37:08

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Send us a text This is a challenging time for leadership. If you are in a leadership role, you know how demanding it can be. While you are juggling your current workload, you are tasked with several direct reports and are doing your best to make certain they are being developed and trained to do their jobs better and are ready for their next advanc…

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246: Finding Happiness After Hardship with Carole Mac 35:54

6M ago35:54

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Send us a text When Carole Mac faced unimaginable grief, she chose an extraordinary path to healing: she reinvented herself. This episode brings you Carole's transformative journey, highlighting her resilience and resourcefulness as she built her Mid-Career GPS. Carol's transition is not just a career change but a tale of personal rediscovery, focu…

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245: Will AI Take Your Job? Reflecting on the 2024 Work Trend Index Report from Microsoft and LinkedIn 21:11

7M ago21:11

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Send us a text AI is changing the way we work and our jobs. In this episode, I'll help you explore the transformative potential of generative AI, poised to reshape job skills by a staggering 68% by 2030, as revealed in Microsoft and LinkedIn's 2024 Work Trend Index. Could AI replace your job? Delving deep, I'll dissect the fears and uncertainties t…

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244: Breaking Free from Workplace Perfectionism with Vitale Hardin 30:41

7M ago30:41

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Send us a text Join us in this episode of The Mid-Career GPS as we dive deep into the pervasive issue of perfectionism in the workplace. Our guest, Vitale Hardin, a seasoned expert in leadership and overcoming perfectionism, sheds light on why so many of us find ourselves trapped in the pursuit of unattainable ideals. Discover the detrimental effec…

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243: Reframe & Reset Your Career with Harsha Boralessa 34:28

7M ago34:28

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Send us a text We are all on a journey to find a level of career satisfaction that brings us the greatest joy we’ve ever had in our careers. Chances are, if you are listening to this podcast, you are searching for exactly what your job happiness and satisfaction are. Well, let’s figure that out! Today, I’m joined by Harsha Boralessa, the founder an…

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242: Level Up Your Interview Preparation and Presentation Skills with Scott D'Amico 33:42

7M ago33:42

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Send us a text If you’ve been obsessed with a television show, movie, or book, it’s most likely because it’s telling a great story. So, why wouldn’t you strive to achieve the same kind of interest and engagement when you are interviewing for a new job? Being a powerful storyteller is more important than ever. Whether you are a shy introvert or a ma…

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241: Mastering Mid-Career Moves: The Power of How You SHOW UP (The Authority Podcast) 55:50

7M ago55:50

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Send us a text Today, you are going to hear my conversation on The Authority Podcast, where I was interviewed by host Ross Romano. You may remember Ross because he was a guest of mine on Episode 220. Navigating the complex terrain of mid-career development requires a balance of self-awareness and tactical communication—a theme we explore in depth. …

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240: Conquer the Networking Game with Sue Maitland 35:34

8M ago35:34

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Send us a text Have you ever felt like networking wasn't for you? Sue Maitland thought the same until she turned her entire career around and learned how to build a networking strategy that was right for her. Join us for a transformative conversation as Sue shares her riveting tale of conquering networking resistance and how she champions others in…

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239: How a Brain Tumor Helped Create His Mid-Career GPS with Kevin Lowe 38:37

8M ago38:37

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Send us a text Have you ever named a challenge you faced, and then threw it a farewell party? That's exactly what Kevin Lowe did with "Bob" the brain tumor, before his life took a turn into darkness. My guest this week, Kevin Lowe, is a beacon of determination and humor, sharing his extraordinary journey from the brink of losing everything to findi…

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238: Client Success Story: Creating Your Career Transformation with Alethea Felton 45:49

8M ago45:49

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Send us a text I met Alethea Felton in the summer of 2010. She was working as an instructional coach for the District of Columbia Public Schools, and I had started as a professional development specialist assigned to work with her and her school. We worked together for a year before I moved on to a position at the state superintendent’s office, but…

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237: Navigating Age Bias and Building a Legacy in Mid-Career 21:48

8M ago21:48

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Send us a text As I toast a significant birthday milestone this week, I'm revealing the often-unspoken realities of mid-career navigation and age bias. While illegal, it's likely that you will encounter various career situations where your age will be judged and valued. Additionally, you will face age bias at every stage in your career. But how you…

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236: Overcoming Wrongful Termination: Legal Insights and Career Strategies with Sheryl Scott 38:39

8M ago38:39

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Send us a text If you believe you’ve been wrongfully terminated, what do you do? As you process the events that led to your termination and the tremendous emotions you’re feeling, you need a plan to move forward. And you need support and clarity. Today, I’m joined by Sheryl Scott. We discuss what to do if you believe you’ve been wrongfully terminat…

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235: Your Past Doesn't Define You: A Guide to Reframing Your Career Journey 17:06

8M ago17:06

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Send us a text We all have a past! Some of it you are proud of, and some of it, well….come on, we all have something we regret or wish we could have done over again. But in this episode, I want to explore how much of your past you are bringing into your job search/leadership. Trauma is real. Successes are amazing. And your past doesn’t define you. …

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234: Land Your Dream Job! Mastering the Job Market with Josef Stetter 35:23

9M ago35:23

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Send us a text Josef Stetter changed careers nine times and jobs 18 times before he found his dream job. Today, he is known as a career coach extraordinaire who has helped over 11,000 people land their dream job using his unique S.I.G.H. method and helping his clients stand out from their competition by asking questions such as "So what?" and "Who …

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233: Decoding the Silence: Strategies for Understanding and Seeking Job Interview Feedback 24:36

9M ago24:36

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Send us a text Have you ever struggled with the silence that follows a job interview? You're not alone, and I'm here to explore why that void exists. In this episode, I'll help you navigate the perplexing world of job interview feedback—or the noticeable absence of it. We're taking a hard look at why your inbox stays empty after you've poured your …

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232: How to Transfer Your Skills into a New Position with Lisa Friscia 34:48

9M ago34:48

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Send us a text Have you ever considered reshaping your career path but felt unsure about how to translate your experience to new opportunities? If you are looking to make a career pivot and want to know how you can transfer those skills, it must start with you knowing why those skills are needed and confidently communicating why they are valuable t…

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231: Your Soft Skills Are Your Competitive Edge 13:08

9M ago13:08

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Send us a text Some managers have told you that you need to work on your soft skills, while others have told you that they are great and valued. Are you the calming presence at work? Are you known for flying off of the handle? Have you been told you are abrupt or aggressive? How can you make your soft skills more tangible and results-based so that …

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230: Perfect Your LinkedIn Profile with Rhonda Sher 35:17

9M ago35:17

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Send us a text A few years into my business, I hired a business coach for public speaking. I learned a lot and often served as a reference for this coach. One day, I received a call from my guest today, Rhonda Sher. She was considering hiring this coach and wanted to know more about my experiences. When I asked her what she did for a living, she to…

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229: Building a Networking Strategy for Career Growth 19:36

9M ago19:36

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Send us a text Ever feel like networking is a chore? It's understandable that many mid-career professionals forget about networking as they get wrapped up in their jobs and lives. It's a common circumstance and it's okay if you haven't spent a lot of time networking or on LinkedIn. I'm going to help you with that. Every professional needs a valuabl…

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228: Elevating Your Career Trajectory: Proactive Strategies for Employed Professionals with Matthew Rolnick 30:48

9M ago30:48

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Send us a text What do you do when you are 50 years old and find yourself furloughed and out of a job? If this has happened to you, know you are not alone. While we know networking is a great way to find a new job, what can you do to warm up those professional relationships so they can become greater advocates for you and your career? Discover how …

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227: The Advantages and Disadvantages of Being a Heart-Centered Leader 23:21

9M ago23:21

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Send us a text I often talk about heart-centered leaders and professionals. After all, you care deeply about the people you work with and who you help every day. While many of you can’t ignore and shouldn’t ignore your big hearts, I want to tell you that your big-hearted nature may be helping or hindering your career and its advancement. You'll hea…

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226: Three Tips to Effectively Lead in a Post-Pandemic Era with Darrell “Coach D” Andrews 37:57

10M ago37:57

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Send us a text How you lead and how you SHOW UP as a leader makes or breaks your team? Let’s face it: they either love working with you and for you, or they don’t. And as my guest today points out, the people you led before the pandemic are not the same people today. I'm joined by Darrell Andrews, better known as “Coach D” who is here to talk to us…

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225: How the Belief Triad Can Help You Find Your Next Job 16:51

10M ago16:51

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Send us a text What do you do when your job search isn’t producing the results you wanted? If you are frustrated with how your job search is going, I want to offer you that the answer is found in using the Belief Triad to find your next job. The Belief Triad for finding your next job focuses on how strongly you believe in yourself, your skillset, a…

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224: Consciously Craft a Meaningful Life and Career In Kind with Michael Neece 31:25

10M ago31:25

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Send us a text Today we are talking about kindness in an intentional and strategic way to grow your career. In our careers, being kind is a highly desired and often sought-after character trait, but how can being kinder help you advance your career? Michael Neece is the author of the best-selling book, In Kind - Consciously Craft a Meaningful Life …

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