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Career Coaching SecretsHow Rich Davis Redefines Career Coaching With AssessmentsIn this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, host Pedro sits down with Rich Davis, Neurodivergent Career Strategist and CEO of Comfort Career Connections, to explore a radically more humane approach to career coaching. Rich shares how he uses the Harrison Assessment and a structured “career navigator” system to help clients, especially invisibly disabled and neurodivergent professionals, identify work they will genuinely enjoy and sustain.Drawing from decades in psychology, workforce development, and lived experience with OCD, Rich explains how analyzing 175 character traits can remove guesswork from career decisions. He walks through his...
2025-12-1933 min
Business RoundtableScaling to $1M Profit Without Burnout with Davis NguyenIn this episode, David W. Carr of Steward Your Business and Davis Nguyen, founder of Purple Circle, share the systems and mindset that help coaches and consultants scale to $1 million in profit—without burning out. They unpack what it really takes to simplify operations, build scalable systems, and create a business that serves your life instead of consuming it. Key takeaways:How clarity beats complexity in business growthThe three pillars of the Purple Circle FrameworkBuilding a company that runs without youLeadership lessons for sustainable success Lea...
2025-12-0437 min
Career Coaching SecretsThe Real Difference Between Coaching, Consulting, and Mentoring with John LoseyIn this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, host Davis Nguyen sits down with John Losey, founder of Into Wisdom Group and a seasoned coach and consultant with over 30 years of experience helping leaders and organizations grow. John shares his journey from athletics and education into leadership development, coaching, and consulting, as well as his philosophy that effective coaching is about clarity, curiosity, and building competency—not just fixing problems. He explains the differences between coaching, consulting, and mentoring, and why certifications alone don’t define great coaches. John also introduces his vision of crea...
2025-09-0339 min
Career Coaching SecretsHigh-Performance Coaching Secrets from Hendre Coetzee In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, Kevin and Davis sit down with Hendre Coetzee, transformational coach, global speaker, and founder of Living Strategy. With over two decades of experience working with Fortune 500 executives, entrepreneurs, and leaders worldwide, Hendre shares his proven frameworks for unlocking human potential and creating lasting change. He dives into the science of transformation, why most leaders plateau, and how to bridge the gap between awareness and action. If you’re a coach, leader, or entrepreneur seeking exponential growth, Hendre’s insights will challenge and inspire you to think bigger. Connect with
2025-08-2636 min
Career Coaching SecretsTurning Strengths Into Strategy: Jo Self’s Coaching Blueprint In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, Kevin and Davis sit down with Jo Self, founder of Practical Strengths, Gallup-certified coach, and author of multiple books on leveraging CliftonStrengths. Jo shares her journey from a cancer scare that reshaped her path, to building a thriving practice helping coaches and service-based entrepreneurs find their voice, brand their strengths, and grow sustainable businesses. She talks about her unique “Language of You” framework, why accessibility matters, and how she’s scaling her impact globally through partnerships and a co-op model. Whether you’re a new coach or an experienced one looking f...
2025-08-2527 min
Career Coaching SecretsBooked-Out Without Burnout: The Shift That Changed Everything for Davis NguyenSpecial Episode: How Davis, Founder of Career Coaching Secrets, Built a Fully Booked Coaching Business Without Chasing AlgorithmsThis isn’t just another interview, it’s a special behind-the-scenes episode featuring Davis, the founder of Career Coaching Secrets.In this rare appearance, Davis sits down to share the real story behind why he started this podcast, how he almost quit coaching, and the pivotal shifts that helped him build a 7-figure coaching business rooted in trust and alignment.You’ll hear:Why more visibility doesn’t always mean more cli...
2025-07-241h 01
Career Coaching SecretsCharge What You're Worth But Deliver More | Lindsay Davis on Career Coaching Secrets PodcastIn this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, business coach Lindsay Davis shares her journey from corporate leadership to founding Gray Coaching. With 20+ years of experience, Lindsay unpacks how she helps entrepreneurs scale, her unique coaching model, and the importance of delivering real value. Learn how she helped one client add $30K overnight, her take on pricing, automation, and building a sustainable coaching business.You can find her on:https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsay-davis-30848415/https://www.graycoaching.net/Support the showYou can also watch this podcast on...
2025-07-0123 min
Career Coaching SecretsNo Experience, No Problem: How Pablo Jose Gonzalez Coaches Adjusters to SuccessJoin Rexhen Doda as he speaks with Pablo Jose Gonzalez, a bilingual career coach, seasoned insurance professional, and a father of nine. Pablo, representing AdjusterPro, focuses on a highly niche area: coaching aspiring insurance adjusters to find work without prior experience. He shares his 12-year journey from one-on-one calls to scaling through webinars and his new "Well Adjusted" podcast, launching June 4th.Pablo emphasizes the unique challenges of the adjuster industry, particularly for second-career individuals (50-55+), and his strategy of generously providing free, educational content to attract clients. He...
2025-06-0222 min
Career Coaching SecretsSmarter Career Planning for the Next Generation with Stephanie HaynesIn this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, our guest is Stephanie Haynes, a Certified Student Career Development Advisor and education consultant who helps teens discover fulfilling career paths beyond the traditional college track. With a background in secondary education and a passion for student empowerment, Stephanie shares insights on how parents, educators, and students can navigate post-high school options with clarity and confidence. She discusses her mission to redefine success for today’s youth, offering practical advice for building personalized career plans that align with each student’s unique strengths and goals.You can find her on:...
2025-06-0214 min
Career Coaching SecretsWhy You Don’t Need a Shiny Brand to Start Your Coaching Business with Kaylin AartsIn this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, Kaylin Aarts shares how she built a thriving leadership coaching business without the pressure of flashy branding or full-scale entrepreneurship. With a holistic approach, Kaylin blends organizational development, one-on-one coaching, and partnerships to serve high-achieving leaders. Discover how to build a sustainable, values-driven practice on your own terms.You can find her on:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaylinaarts/https://www.kaylinaarts.com/https://jointhenewhq.substack.com/Support the showYou can also watch this podcast on YouTube at:https://www...
2025-06-0226 min
Career Coaching SecretsHow High Performers Win in Any Market with Caroline Ceniza-LevineIn this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, our guest is Caroline Ceniza-Levine, a veteran career coach, writer, and co-founder of Dream Career Club. Caroline shares her insights on navigating career pivots, building a resilient personal brand, and finding success in a rapidly changing job market. With experience spanning executive coaching, corporate recruiting, and entrepreneurship, she brings a practical, no-nonsense approach to career development. Tune in for expert tips and strategies that can help you land your dream role and thrive professionally. To learn more about Caroline’s work and gain valuable career advice, join us in our podcast.
2025-06-0226 min
Career Coaching SecretsExecutive Coaching, AI, and Self-Care: Colleen Boselli’s Secrets to LongevityIn this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, we sit down with Colleen Boselli — executive coach, corporate trainer, and founder of Strength Catalyst Partners. With over two decades of experience, Colleen shares how she built a thriving coaching practice serving clients from Google to nonprofits, her passion for strengths-based development, how she integrates AI into coaching, and the vital role of self-care in long-term success.You can find her on:https://www.linkedin.com/in/colleenboselli/https://strengthcatalyst.com/colleen-boselli/the tool she uses is https://www.strengthsprofile.com/Support the sh...
2025-06-0238 min
Career Coaching SecretsThe Ripple Effect of Executive Coaching in Organizations with Gerald BushExecutive coach and culture strategist Gerald Bush joins Career Coaching Secrets to share how he built GBKB Consulting, scaled his impact through community, and reframed coaching as a business benefit — not a cost. Learn how he grew a referral-driven business, added complementary offers, and embraced partnerships to build trust and scalability.You can find him on:https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerald-bush-shrm-scp-icf-pcc/https://www.gbkbconsulting.com/Support the showYou can also watch this podcast on YouTube at:https://www.youtube.com/@CareerCoachingSecretsIf you are a ca...
2025-05-3032 min
Career Coaching SecretsThe Real Talk on Startup Success and Career Growth with Raj KheraIn this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, we're joined by Raj Khera, a serial entrepreneur, executive coach, and three-time CEO who has successfully built and exited multiple SaaS companies, including MailerMailer and WealthEngine. Raj is now on a mission to help 250 entrepreneurs become multimillionaires through his ventures like MoreBusiness.com and MakeMEDIA. He shares powerful insights on navigating the startup journey, building scalable businesses, and developing the leadership mindset needed for long-term success. Whether you're launching your first company or planning your next big career move, Raj’s experience offers invaluable guidance to accelerate your growth.You ca...
2025-05-3024 min
Career Coaching SecretsEmpowering Emerging Leaders to Push Past Limits with Brenda MariahIn this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, we speak with Brenda Mariah—founder of Push Career Management, certified career coach, and powerhouse strategist. Brenda shares her inspiring journey from engineer to career coach, how she overcame personal and professional upheaval, and how she helps others break free from outdated career paths to discover work that truly fulfills them.You can find her on:https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachbrendamariah/https://www.pushcareermanagement.com/Support the showYou can also watch this podcast on YouTube at:https://ww...
2025-05-3049 min
Career Coaching SecretsWhat to Do When Clients Leave: Nicole McDonough’s Lessons on Staying Grounded and GrowingIn this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, executive coach and conflict resolution expert Nicole McDonough shares how she helps high-impact leaders navigate complex interpersonal dynamics using emotional intelligence and the Enneagram. Nicole talks about how to stay calm during client turnover, what it means to lead tough conversations, and how to build a business rooted in curiosity, connection, and long-term impact.You can find her on:https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicoledianemcdonough/ https://nicolemcdonoughcoaching.com/https://myleadershipsuperpowers.com/Support the showYou can also watch this podcast on YouTube a...
2025-05-3028 min
Career Coaching SecretsWhy Career Coaching Matters More Than Ever – Lessons from Susan EdwardsIn this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, Rexhen speaks with Susan Edwards, founder of Forwards Career Services and a seasoned HR leader turned career coach. Susan shares how she built her coaching business from a side hustle to a full-time practice, the biggest industry shifts she’s seeing, and why aligning values with your work matters more than ever. Learn how Susan balances recruiting, coaching, and entrepreneurship — and her advice for aspiring coaches navigating today’s workforce.You can find her on:https://www.linkedin.com/in/forstersusan/https://forwardscareerservices.com/Suppor...
2025-05-3048 min
Career Coaching SecretsBeyond Burnout: Maki Moussavi on True Fulfillment for High AchieversOn this episode of the Career Coaching Secrets podcast, host Rexhen Doda interviews Maki Moussavi, a mindset and identity coach. Maki shares her unique journey from a master's degree in genetic counseling and a 14-year corporate career in healthcare IT to becoming an entrepreneur and coach. She delves into the challenges and transformations of starting her own business, emphasizing the importance of discerning advice and avoiding the "hype" often found in the coaching industry. Maki distinguishes her work as self-actualization coaching, focusing on helping high-achievers explore their "why" and burn down outdated beliefs rather than...
2025-05-3038 min
Career Coaching SecretsNavigating Identity & Career: Insights from Payal ShahJoin Rexhen Doda as he chats with Payal Shah, a certified career and leadership coach and founder of Passion Empowered. Payal shares her journey from a corporate job to coaching, focusing on mid-career bicultural professionals feeling stuck. She discusses leveraging strategic alliances for client acquisition and the unique challenges of her niche, including cultural taboos around seeking help. Payal outlines her goal to grow her own business through increased visibility, like podcasts, and emphasizes the crucial role of community and peer support for coaches.Find Payal Shah:
2025-05-3033 min
Career Coaching SecretsThe Power of Vulnerability in Career Coaching with April CalkovskyJoin Rexhen Doda and April Calkovsky, a career coach and social justice advocate at Eastern Michigan University. April shares her accidental discovery of career coaching, her unique university-based practice, and her future goals, including pursuing a doctorate and potentially launching her own business. She emphasizes the transformative power of authenticity and vulnerability in coaching, highlighting how her personal growth and focus on social justice enhance client connections.Find April Calkovsky:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/april-calkovsky/Support the showYou can...
2025-05-3016 min
Career Coaching SecretsLJ Nieulant: Coaching Men to Thrive in Tech, Finance & MediaRexhen Doda speaks with LJ Nieulant, founder of Inspirator and a veteran career coach. LJ shares his transition from sales to coaching, his niche of men in finance, IT, and media, and his global, remote practice. He discusses using LinkedIn and word-of-mouth for clients and his biggest scaling hurdle: the fear of losing control over quality. LJ emphasizes the value of having a coach and masterminds for continuous growth, advising others to trust their intuition and "just do it."Find LJ Nieulant:
2025-05-3017 min
Career Coaching SecretsWorld Changers Academy: Stephanie Haynes on Scaling Career ReadinessRexhen Doda interviews Stephanie Haynes, a career coach and consultant who helps parents and teens navigate post-high school career paths. Stephanie shares her journey, focusing on serving parents of teenagers and young adults through her book and online programs like World Changers Academy. She discusses leveraging word-of-mouth and lead magnets for client acquisition and her goal to build school-industry pipelines. Stephanie highlights her business coach and contractors as key investments, emphasizing the lesson to "just start." She also addresses the challenges of scaling herself and balancing client...
2025-05-3015 min
Career Coaching SecretsFrom CIO to Coach: Jane Williams on Reinventing Your Career and Finding Your FireIn this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, we sit down with Jane Williams — executive coach, hybrid work strategist, and former CIO — who shares her journey from corporate leadership to building her own coaching business. Jane reveals the mindset shift required to thrive outside the corporate world, how she empowers women in tech through her Find Your Fire program, and lessons learned in lead generation, brand development, and staying focused as a solopreneur.Whether you're just starting out or scaling your coaching practice, Jane’s insights into remote leadership, confidence-building, and authentic outreach are packed with value.Yo...
2025-05-2923 min
Career Coaching SecretsFrom Free Mentorship to Full-Time Coach: Christopher Hall's JourneyOn this episode of the Career Coaching Secrets podcast, host Rexhen Doda interviews Christopher Hall, a career coach, mentor, and speaker who has guided over 800 clients globally. A former account manager at Boeing, Harvard SVMP alum, and Forbes Under 30 scholar, Chris shares his inspiring journey from tirelessly seeking internships in college to becoming a successful coach. He discusses how a mentor's guidance to "pay it forward" led him to initially offer free coaching, eventually building a thriving business. He provides valuable insights into his primary marketing strategy, emphasizing the consistent power of LinkedIn posts and...
2025-05-2844 min
Career Coaching SecretsMaster Career Transitions and Leadership with Jacob LehmanIn this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, we’re joined by Jacob Lehman, an accomplished career strategist and leadership development expert with a proven track record of helping professionals navigate complex career transitions and achieve lasting success. Drawing from his extensive experience in coaching high-performing individuals and leading impactful organizational development initiatives, Jacob shares a wealth of practical insights on how to thrive in today’s evolving job market. From building a standout professional brand to cultivating strong leadership skills and making confident, strategic career moves, Jacob offers guidance that is both inspiring and immediately actionable. Whether you're seeking clar...
2025-05-2817 min
Career Coaching SecretsThe Power of Partnerships: How Laurie Mendoza Coaches InternationallyOn this episode of the Career Coaching Secrets podcast, host Rexhen Doda interviews Laurie Mendoza, a certified career and leadership coach based in Mexico. Laurie shares her inspiring journey from a financial advisor at Citibank to discovering her passion for facilitating workshops, which ultimately led her to coaching. She discusses the evolution of her coaching business over nearly nine years, highlighting her focus on empowering individuals and teams to shift mindsets and thrive. Laurie reveals her strategy for coaching internationally through strategic alliances with platforms like IPEC, Randstad, and BetterUp, noting how LinkedIn has been...
2025-05-2823 min