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F'ing UpPhilip Eil on F’ing UpIn this deeply honest and vulnerable episode, we dive into the personal journey of dealing with anxiety, depression, and the profound effects they've had on both personal and professional life. Philip Eil opens up about the challenges of battling mental health, facing rejection, and pushing through discomfort to pursue his passions.This episode explores the messy realities of self-doubt and rejection. Through all the turmoil, this guest has emerged stronger, finding healing through writing, commitment to therapy, and a sense of purpose in sharing their experiences with the world.Key topics in this episode:...2025-02-1953 min
F'ing UpMishae Khan on F’ing UpIn this raw and heartfelt episode, we dive deep into the chaos of life, career, and self-discovery. From navigating societal pressures to figuring out how to rewrite the rules of success, this episode is a battle cry for anyone who feels like they’re “f’ing it up”.Mishae Khan shares her journey of the immense pressures placed on immigrant children, the relentless pursuit of external validation, and the grind of trying to live up to others' expectations—all while discovering the courage to live authentically.This episode highlights the following:The dangers of expecting...2025-02-0554 min
F'ing UpLyle Adams on F’ing UpDescription:This episode is a raw and unfiltered look at what happens when careers come to abrupt ends, rejection feels relentless, and self-doubt begins to creep in. From the business of professional sports to the emotional toll of career pivots, Lyle shares that resilience isn't about never falling—it's about getting back up, again and again.Episode Takeaways:Coping with Rejection: Why hearing “no” is inevitable—and how to move forward when it feels like no one is saying “yes.”Navigating Career Transitions: The emotional challenges of leaving one...2025-01-2230 min
F'ing UpAshley Chang on F’ing UpDuring this episode with Ashley Chang, we dive deep into the reality of work, growth, and the constant pressure to prove yourself. From job searches filled with self-doubt to leadership roles that come with unforeseen challenges, this episode unpacks the highs, lows, and everything in between.Episode Takeaways:The Comparison Trap: How measuring yourself against others—especially polished success stories—can hold you back.Leadership Challenges: Managing through layoffs and navigating the emotional toll of tough decisions.Starting Over: What it really takes to build something from scratch and why it’s never a...2025-01-0842 min
F'ing UpAlexandre Seiler on F’ing UpDescription:In this episode, we explore the raw and unfiltered realities of professional and personal setbacks. From struggling with career uncertainty and mental health challenges to the lingering effects of toxic work cultures, we uncover the lessons learned in the face of adversity. This conversation is a reminder that no one’s journey is perfect, and “figuring it out” is often the most powerful step forward.Episode Takeaways:The Weight of Job Insecurity: How the fear of losing your livelihood can shape your mental and emotional state.Breaki...2024-12-1853 min
F'ing UpAimee Gindin on F’ing UpDescription:In this episode, we unpack the complicated relationship between ambition, identity, and personal fulfillment. From workplace burnout to the challenges of navigating toxic cultures, and from grappling with misaligned goals to the pressures of leadership, this episode dives into the hard truths of career “success” and what it really means to thrive.Episode Takeaways:Burnout and the Cost of Overwork: The early-career grind can feel like a rite of passage, impacting personal life and well-being. Challenges with Acquisitions: The cultural mishaps that can follow after an acquisition. Advocating for Yo...2024-12-041h 03
F'ing UpTyler Schmoker on F’ing UpTyler Schmoker brings a wealth of experience in operations management and supply chain strategy, having developed his expertise through a progressive career in the military and paramilitary sectors. In this episode, Tyler candidly shares the challenges he's encountered throughout his journey, including navigating corporate landscapes, accepting that he may not always be the most popular figure, and managing the constant uncertainty of potential deployments looming ahead.ABOUT Tyler SchmokerTyler Schmoker is a retired Army Combat Arms Senior Noncommissioned Officer, former Paramilitary Advisor, and Strategic Projects Consultant to Fortune 500 companies. Tyler has...2024-11-131h 01
F'ing UpCharlie Gray on F'ing UpCharlie Gray has held some remarkable titles for some of the most well known tech companies. He’s been doused with great success. However, what you don’t see, by just looking at his LinkedIn or resume, are all the stops and starts. Charlie has many tales of being hired to grow a company only to turn around and shrink it, often forced to RIF himself. In this episode, Charlie shares vulnerably about those stops and starts, including the story of his own company that was revered in the tech space, only to have to shut it down...2024-10-2354 min
F'ing UpJulia Arpag on F’ing UpIn this episode of F'ing Up, Deanne Rhynard speaks with Julia Arpag, co-founder and CEO of Aligned Recruitment. Julia shares her journey from being laid off during maternity leave and navigating challenging work environments, to ultimately founding her own successful tech recruitment firm. She reflects on growing up as the oldest of seven children, her college experiences, and the unconventional career path that shaped her professional and personal life. Julia's story offers a candid look at the detours, mistakes, and perseverance behind her career success.About Julia Arpag2024-09-1139 min
F'ing UpNatalie Ferguson on F'ing UpNatalie Ferguson is a serial entrepreneur, having founded multiple successful companies, enabling her to find “success” quickly. Her journey wasn’t without strife. Early on she navigated an abusive relationship, which started in the workplace. It took a toll on her emotionally, mentally, and financially. It took years for her to get beyond the grips of that hold. Listen to her share her story during her episode of F’ing Up.About Natalie FergusonNatalie Ferguson caught the entrepreneurial bug at university, and at 19, she embarked on her first ve...2024-08-2846 min
F'ing UpDan Griffin on F’ing Up - S3Dan Griffin spent a year jobless. After a successful tech trajectory, Dan was laid off by Microsoft. He battled a brutal job market and had to reshape life in many ways to ensure care for his family. Shame, lack of income, and terminated health benefits were a few of the effects he had to navigate. Dan shares his unvarnished truth in his episode of F’ing Up. ABOUT DAN GRIFFINDan Griffin has over 15+ years in the Talent Acquisition space and has spent more than half of that supporting the largest tech com...2024-08-1443 min
F'ing UpSara Mauskopf on F’ing Up - S3Sara Mauskopf is an intelligent woman, successful especially in the realm of Tech. She’s worked for companies like Google, Twitter and has gone on to found her own company. Though she had a fantastic trajectory, it has come with extreme challenges, particularly in her personal life. She struggled with finding her footing and identity as a mother and shortly after having her first child, her husband was diagnosed with cancer. Sara shares openly about these struggles with Host, Deanne Rhynard.About Sara MauskopfSara Mauskopf is the CEO an...2024-07-3158 min
F'ing UpJane Boulware on F'ing Up - S3Jane Boulware came from nothing. As one of five children, she was forced to grow up quickly and learn the importance of caring for herself. Not understanding what attending college really meant, she attended, setting the stage for her future. She rose quickly, creating a name for herself as a powerful leader in business. Eventually courted by Microsoft, she joined as one of very few female executives. While she earned her seat, she felt out of place from the start. Jane found herself trying to dress the part and struggled with a resurgence of a...2024-07-1748 min
F'ing UpAustin Moore on F'ing Up - S3Austin Moore is a sales and recruiting rockstar, having helped countless people find work. He built his own business and witnessed his net worth climb at a rapid rate. Though he experienced highs in the working world, he’s had no absence of struggle - managing through challenges such as getting fired, addiction, conflicts with a co-founder, and choosing to walk away from a wealth building business in order to choose mental health. Austin feels it’s important to share his struggles so others can understand they are not alone and to learn that there’s more...2024-07-031h 12
F'ing UpF'ing Up with Luke Coan - S2 E16Luke Coan is an accomplished Chef, working for many successful restaurants including a James Beard Award winning restaurant, The Publican. His journey has been one of grit. He struggled to find his way and contimplated suicide on numerous occasions. The kitchen became his saving grace, enabling him to grow both professionally and personally.Trigger WarningThis episode discusses suicide and suicidal ideation. If you or someone you know is suicidal, please, contact your physician, go to your local ER, or call the suicide prevention hotline at 800-273-TALK (8255...2024-04-2454 min
F'ing UpF'ing Up with Laila Ghambari - S2 E15Laila Ghambari knows success. She worked her way up in the coffee world, from Barista to Executive, all without a college degree. She even competed in the US Barista Championship in 2014 and won. Though she worked her way to the top, her journey did not come without challenges, with experiences such as poor work culture and burnout. About Laila GhambariLaila Ghambari has nearly 20 years of specialty coffee experience. She won the prestigious title of United States Barista Champion in 2014 and was an elected member of the Executive Council for the Barista G...2024-04-1051 min
F'ing UpF'ing Up with Hunter Smith - S2 E14Hunter Smith has experienced rocket ship success, both in the world of music and craft beer. Most recently, he built a brewing company and hospitality group that soared, until COVID hit. He found himself holding the pieces of a wildly successful venture that suffered the effects of something unexpected. About Hunter SmithHunter Smith is the founder and former President of Champion Brewing Company and Champion Hospitality Group. Hunter attended Northeastern University for Music and performed as a musician in th...2024-03-2759 min
F'ing UpF'ing Up with Arielle Kilroy - S2 E13Arielle Kilroy is a successful CEO, spending time growing her career at companies like Sierra Club, Mozilla and Small Improvements. Though she has achieved the ultimate title, she didn’t have an easy road getting there. She encountered many bumps which taught her hard lessons, shaking her belief system at times.About Arielle KilroyArielle Kilroy is a co-founder and CEO at Dado, an Employee Experience Management startup. Previous to founding Dado, Arielle has been a Webby Honoree Product Leader at a variety of...2024-03-1357 min
The Invisible Condition PodcastNavigating Grief and loss - Deanne RhynardSend us a textGrief is a journey that many of us face, making us feel alone even though it's a common experience. This week, Deanne shares her deeply personal story of dealing with major losses: the death of her aunt, a miscarriage, her child's hospital stay, and changing jobs, all happening in just 45 days. She opens up about the unique way she found comfort through her podcast, "F'ing Up."This episode dives into the personal nature of grief and loss, highlighting that everyone handles it differently. We talk about the moments grief catches us...2024-03-0744 min