Best John Neral Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 034: Mid-Career Check-in with John Neral 25:53

4d ago25:53

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In this episode, Mike Horne interviews John Neral, a career coach who specializes in helping mid-career professionals find fulfillment in their work. They discuss the importance of agency in the job search process, the challenges faced by mid-career professionals, and the benefits of the gig economy. John shares his own career transition story and …

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E035: Choice Hotel International’s Tim Tobin: Helping Individuals And Organizations Reach Their Greatest Potential 34:15

4h ago34:15

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Ever wondered what truly sets great leaders apart in today’s fast-paced world? In this episode of the People Dividend Podcast, host Mike Horne sits down with leadership expert Tim Tobin to explore the art of effective communication in leadership. They discuss Tim's extensive experience in leadership roles across various organizations, his published…

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

4d 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

12d 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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Episode 033: Including You! Leading Inclusion from Where You Are with Delphia Howze 31:41

11d ago31:41

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In this episode of the People Dividend, host Mike Horne talks with Delphia Howze, a leading expert in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Delphia shares her extensive background in human resources and her role as the Chief Inclusion Officer at the U.S. Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory. The conversation delves into the import…

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

21d ago13:32

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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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Episode 032: Unlocking the Power of Purpose-Driven Organizations with Kevin Wilkins 32:17

21d ago32:17

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Kevin N. Wilkins is the Founder and CEO of Trepwise, a growth consulting firm with a mission to unlock the potential of purpose-driven organizations by aligning people, process, and vision. In this episode, Kevin discusses the significance of building a people-centric culture and the impact it has on the success of an organization. He discusses the…

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

28d 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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Episode 031: The Managers' Guide to Coaching for Change with John Bennett 36:08

25d ago36:08

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John Bennett is president of Lawton Associates, a consulting and executive coaching firm focused on helping individual, teams and organizations prepare for, excel through, and improve from change. He is a Professor of Business & Behavioral Science at the McColl School of Business, Queens University of Charlotte. He holds the Wayland H. Cato, Jr. Ch…

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

1M 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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Episode 030: Health and Wellness Lessons from a Nomad 23:39

1M ago23:39

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“Spirituality definitely belongs in the workplace. Being allowed to bring your full self and your full spirit to the job is where people can be the most productive,” says Lori Saitz, CEO of Zen Rabbit. This week, Lori joins Mike Horne to discuss the impact of health, meditation, and wellness on the workplace. She shares her journey from a shy child…

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

1M 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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Episode 029: Neurodivergence and Mental Health Expert “Dr. Matt” 20:51

1M ago20:51

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“Anytime I get to help a lot of professionals and adults in the workplace, it feels like a huge investment in making people’s lives better, which is why I do what I do,” says Dr. Matt Zakreski, a clinical psychologist with extensive experience supporting neurodivergent individuals, including those with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and giftedness. This w…

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

2M 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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Episode 028: Trailblazing Leadership and Innovation in the Future of Recruitment with CEO Thad Price 39:53

2M ago39:53

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“When we think of talent acquisition and talent attraction, there’s an art and science to it,” says Thad Price, CEO of Ready, Set, Hire and Talroo. This week, Thad sits down with Mike Horne to share how businesses can reshape their hiring strategies by tapping into technology and data. Thad compares talent acquisition to customer acquisition, where…

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

2M 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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Episode 027: Make Some Noise: Amplifying Your Brand Voice with Former Harley-Davidson Leader Ken Schmidt 42:28

2M ago42:28

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“If you’re going to compete and be dominant as a business, you need to be known, appreciated, and spoken of for who you are, not for what you do. The exact same rule applies if you are a leader,” says Ken Schmidt, renowned executive advisor and speaker, pivotal in Harley-Davidson’s 1990s turnaround. This week, he joins Mike Horne to share insights …

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

2M 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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Episode 026: The Mentally Strong Leader with Scott Mautz 39:01

2M ago39:01

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“Mental strength is the leadership superpower of our time,” says Scott Mautz, a distinguished author, keynote speaker, former Procter & Gamble senior executive, and founder and CEO of Profound Performance. This week, he joins Mike Horne to delve into the essence of leadership and mental strength, offering timely and transformative insights from his…

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

2M 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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Episode 025: “Lead Like a Human” in HR and Beyond 37:09

2M ago37:09

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“‘Lead like a human’ is the concept that you can lead as your true authentic self,” explains Adam Weber, a prominent figure in the HR and leadership space. This week, he joins Mike Horne to discuss the core principles of his book, “Lead Like a Human,” which advocates for authentic leadership and the creation of vibrant, high-performance cultures. A…

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

3M 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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Episode 024: Generosity Wins! with Dr. Nicole F. Roberts 50:41

3M ago50:41

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“Generosity is any act of kindness or support given with no expectation of exchange or return from the recipient. There really are limitless ways to be generous,” says Dr. Nicole F. Roberts, a noted author, founder, and public health expert, as she redefines generosity to encompass simple, everyday actions. In this episode, Dr. Roberts joins Mike H…

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

3M 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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Episode 023: The People Dividend: Reflecting on Season 6 and Paving the Way for Season 7 28:35

3M ago28:35

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“This is an important opportunity to develop and illuminate humanistic values in management, showing how they make organizations run effectively, efficiently, and with authentic leadership at the heart,” says Mike Horne as he reminds listeners of the People Dividend movement. In this inaugural episode of Season 7 of The People Dividend Podcast, hos…

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

3M 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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Episode 022: Elevated Diversity with Rhonda Moret 24:13

3M ago24:13

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“At its very core, DEI work could mean some really good things for a lot of folks who simply haven’t had the opportunities in the past,” says Rhonda Moret, a pioneering leader in diversity, equity, and inclusion. In this episode, Rhonda shares with Mike Horne her journey from a first-generation college graduate to a top communications strategist fo…

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

3M 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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Episode 021: The Aliveness Mindset with Seasoned CEO Jack Craven 31:15

3M ago31:15

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“If I’m focused on how I want to feel, then I want to bring that feeling of aliveness into wherever I’m going to be,” explains Jack Craven, author of “Aliveness Mindset: Lead and Live with More Passion, Purpose, and Joy.” Jack, whose career has ranged from trial lawyer to CEO and now executive coach, shares his journey of discovering fulfillment be…

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

4M 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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Episode 020: Spiritual Intelligence with Distinguished Psychologist Yosi Amram 47:16

4M ago47:16

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Transformative leadership goes beyond emotional intelligence—it requires spiritual intelligence. In this episode, Dr. Yosi Amram, a distinguished psychologist and executive coach, introduces spiritual intelligence as essential for effective leadership. He emphasizes virtues like purpose, service, gratitude, compassion, and integrity, showing how th…

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

4M 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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Episode 019: From Emotional Intelligence to Hardiness: Unpacking the Secrets with Steven Stein 35:39

4M ago35:39

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“Emotional intelligence is a critical aspect of leadership,” says Dr. Steven Stein, a distinguished clinical psychologist and recognized authority on emotional intelligence (EQ). In this episode, Dr. Stein, founder and executive chair of Multi-Health Systems (MHS), shares insights from his extensive career in psychology, highlighting the impact of …

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

4M 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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Episode 018: A Cure for the Common Company with Richard Safeer, MD 40:32

4M ago40:32

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“Most leaders never get trained on how to support the health and well-being of their workforce,” says Dr. Richard Safeer, Chief Medical Director of Employee Health and Well-Being at Johns Hopkins Medicine. In this episode, Dr. Safeer, author of “A Cure for the Common Company,” discusses his shift from family medicine to spearheading workplace healt…

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

4M 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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Episode 017: Listening Deeply: Unlocking Potential with Jonathan Bennett 35:43

4M ago35:43

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“The solution often lies in very effective and deep listening,” says host Mike Horne, as he shares insights with Jonathan Bennett, an advisor and executive coach with a background in purpose-driven leadership across various community settings. Jonathan’s unique path from novelist and poet to a pioneer of corporate social responsibility illustrates …

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

4M 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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Episode 016: Expert to Leader Journey with Rachel Kindt, Ph.D. 42:53

4M ago42:53

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“I’ve seen that small shifts in individuals’ approaches, behaviors, and actions can have a wide impact,” says Dr. Rachel Kindt, a scientific leadership coach with a background in biotech. With a PhD from MIT and a postdoctoral fellowship at UCSF, Dr. Kindt transitioned from a biotech executive to a leadership coach, focusing on helping scientists e…

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

5M 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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Episode 015: WSJ Best-Selling Author Alex Brueckmann on Strategy 41:51

5M ago41:51

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“Strategy has a unique attribute in that it touches a whole lot of different things in an organization,” explains Alex Brueckmann, a strategy facilitator and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of “The Strategy Legacy” and “Secrets of Next Level Entrepreneurs.” Alongside host Mike Horne, they discuss the critical role of human capital in driving…

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

5M 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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Episode 014: Burnout, Resilience, and Finding Joy in Work 28:29

5M ago28:29

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“It’s not just a little flame; it is this huge conflagration. More people are experiencing this. And it’s the rate and the pace of change of what’s being required of us,” says Eileen McDargh, founder and CEO of The Resiliency Group. In this episode, Eileen, a renowned facilitator, author, and coach, discusses the importance of resilience in managin…

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

5M 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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Episode 013: In Conversation with Nick Jain, CEO of IdeaScale 37:34

5M ago37:34

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“If you have a great idea with software like IdeaScale, it can get in front of the decision makers of your organization very, very quickly,” says Nick Jain, CEO of IdeaScale, as he discusses the role of human capital in driving organizational success. With a background as a Harvard Business School valedictorian and experience leading companies in v…

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

5M 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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Episode 012: Empowering Happiness: Strategies for Moving Forward and Enhancing Workplace Well-being 33:49

5M ago33:49

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There’s no doubt - our personal and professional lives are becoming more integrated. How well and to what extent leaders understand their people both in and out of the office can predict their workplace happiness and success. In this episode, Mike Horne sits down with Alice Inoue, founder of Happiness U, to discuss workplace well-being. Alice recou…

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

6M 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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Episode 011: The Art of Compassionate Business: Building Profits Through Relationships 41:28

6M ago41:28

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Compassion and Business - do these two things go together? Dr. Bruno Cignacco, an international business consultant and TEDx speaker, says that compassionate business practices are pivotal for enhancing performance and stakeholder relationships. He advocates for a business approach that goes beyond mere profitability and rather where companies genu…

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

6M 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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