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The Career Builder's Podcast
Departure, Reflection and Hiatus
The first chapter of The Career Builder's Podcast comes to a close as Lisa departs the show. Tune in for a reflection of 106 episodes of work and lessons learned, and an announcement from Mike about the future of TCBP.
2021-12-30
24 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Departure, Reflection and Hiatus
The first chapter of The Career Builder's Podcast comes to a close as Lisa departs the show. Tune in for a reflection of 106 episodes of work and lessons learned, and an announcement from Mike about the future of TCBP.
2021-12-30
24 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
The Future of Job Searching with Job Search Journey
Topics Covered:The Founders of Job Search Journey - Adrienne Tom, Sarah Johnston & Virginia FrancoWebsite: https://www.jobsearchjourney.com/The biggest job search lessons we've learned about job searching during the pandemicThe trends in job searching and changes that have happened over the past 18 monthsHow job seekers' values have changedThe parts of job searching that have stayed the sameWhere most people are getting stuck in the job search and whyPredictions for the future of job searchingWhat to do about vaccination status in your job searchWhat Job Search Journey is and how it can help youWork with...
2021-09-29
37 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
The Future of Job Searching with Job Search Journey
Topics Covered:The Founders of Job Search Journey - Adrienne Tom, Sarah Johnston & Virginia FrancoWebsite: https://www.jobsearchjourney.com/The biggest job search lessons we've learned about job searching during the pandemicThe trends in job searching and changes that have happened over the past 18 monthsHow job seekers' values have changedThe parts of job searching that have stayed the sameWhere most people are getting stuck in the job search and whyPredictions for the future of job searchingWhat to do about vaccination status in your job searchWhat Job Search Journey is and how it can help youWork with...
2021-09-29
38 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Magical Career Encounters with Andrea Koppel
Topics Covered: Andrea Koppel, Career Coach & Host of Time4Coffee Podcast, Former CNN CorrespondentLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/andrea-koppel-caffeinated-career-coachingtime4coffee.orgTwitter: @andrea_koppelAndrea's winding road to career coachingWhat a Magical Career Encounter looks and feels likeIdentifying activities that "light you up"Why it's practically impossible to make a mistake when starting your careerThinking like a mad scientist vs. a chefThe value of trying things outTurning setbacks into massive learning experiencesAndrea's framework for evaluating career fit: Mission, Money, Mobility, MotivationStories and lessons from her journalism career at CNNWork with Mike: https://www.coachoiseau.com/
2021-08-25
49 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Magical Career Encounters with Andrea Koppel
Topics Covered: Andrea Koppel, Career Coach & Host of Time4Coffee Podcast, Former CNN CorrespondentLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/andrea-koppel-caffeinated-career-coachingtime4coffee.orgTwitter: @andrea_koppelAndrea's winding road to career coachingWhat a Magical Career Encounter looks and feels likeIdentifying activities that "light you up"Why it's practically impossible to make a mistake when starting your careerThinking like a mad scientist vs. a chefThe value of trying things outTurning setbacks into massive learning experiencesAndrea's framework for evaluating career fit: Mission, Money, Mobility, MotivationStories and lessons from her journalism career at CNNWork with Mike: https://www.coachoiseau.com/
2021-08-25
49 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Starting Slow to Go Fast in a New Role
Taking your time early on in a new role can open you up for a more efficient and productive overall start. Both Stacy and Mike are starting out in new jobs and seize the moment to share their findings of a slow start.
2021-08-11
25 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Starting Slow to Go Fast in a New Role
Taking your time early on in a new role can open you up for a more efficient and productive overall start. Both Stacy and Mike are starting out in new jobs and seize the moment to share their findings of a slow start.
2021-08-11
25 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Breaking Into Tech Without a Tech Background with Kyle Elliott
Topics Covered: Kyle Elliott, MPA, CHES ,Career & Interview CoachLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kylecromerelliottcaffeinatedkyle.com Instagram: @caffeinatedkyleTwitter: CaffeinatedKyleTaking the leap from a side hustle to a full time jobThe benefits of taking risks in life and career How to break your career down into chunks and steps that will help you get to your end goal Why tech is able to thrive during times of crisisIdentifying your transferable skills and speak the language of organizationsUsing job postings to create your resume, LinkedIn, and elevator pitches Identify and own your fabulousness, confidently communicate what makes you special Using an accomplishment journa...
2021-08-04
36 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Breaking Into Tech Without a Tech Background with Kyle Elliott
Topics Covered: Kyle Elliott, MPA, CHES ,Career & Interview CoachLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kylecromerelliottcaffeinatedkyle.com Instagram: @caffeinatedkyleTwitter: CaffeinatedKyleTaking the leap from a side hustle to a full time jobThe benefits of taking risks in life and career How to break your career down into chunks and steps that will help you get to your end goal Why tech is able to thrive during times of crisisIdentifying your transferable skills and speak the language of organizationsUsing job postings to create your resume, LinkedIn, and elevator pitches Identify and own your fabulousness, confidently communicate what makes you special Using an accomplishment journa...
2021-08-04
36 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Gaining the Attention of Employers with Madeline Mann
Topics CoveredMadeline Mann-Career Strategist, HR and Recruitment Leader, The Self Made MillennialLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/madelinemann/www.madelinemann.comwww.standoutresume.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/themadelinemannYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/selfmademillennialTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@selfmademillennialHow to get on an employer’s radarCutting through the noise by making meaningful connections with peopleCreating a personalized approach when reaching out to a companyHow to navigate the correspondence and communications between interviewsEffectively following up after an interviewHow to articulate your value and find the “glory in your story”How to decode a job description and use it to build your s...
2021-07-28
38 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Gaining the Attention of Employers with Madeline Mann
Topics CoveredMadeline Mann-Career Strategist, HR and Recruitment Leader, The Self Made MillennialLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/madelinemann/www.madelinemann.comwww.standoutresume.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/themadelinemannYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/selfmademillennialTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@selfmademillennialHow to get on an employer’s radarCutting through the noise by making meaningful connections with peopleCreating a personalized approach when reaching out to a companyHow to navigate the correspondence and communications between interviewsEffectively following up after an interviewHow to articulate your value and find the “glory in your story”How to decode a job description and use it to build your s...
2021-07-28
38 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
The Truth About Job Hopping in Your Career with Chelsea Jay
Topics CoveredChelsea Jay, Career Coach and Employee Advocate Seasonedandgrowing.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chelsea-jay/Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chelseas-career-corner/id1504015525If you’re interested in having Chelsea as a speaker at your event, feel free to email her at chelsea@seasonedandgrowing.comBenefits of job hopping What job hopping really meansCreating your authentic brandWhy the view on job hopping is changing from negative to necessary How job hopping helps you increase your salaryDriving your own narrative and brand Recognizing what you have to offer Finding your zone of geniusArticulating your transferable skills Telling y...
2021-07-21
33 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
The Truth About Job Hopping in Your Career with Chelsea Jay
Topics CoveredChelsea Jay, Career Coach and Employee Advocate Seasonedandgrowing.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chelsea-jay/Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chelseas-career-corner/id1504015525If you’re interested in having Chelsea as a speaker at your event, feel free to email her at chelsea@seasonedandgrowing.comBenefits of job hopping What job hopping really meansCreating your authentic brandWhy the view on job hopping is changing from negative to necessary How job hopping helps you increase your salaryDriving your own narrative and brand Recognizing what you have to offer Finding your zone of geniusArticulating your transferable skills Telling y...
2021-07-21
33 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Generating Positive Job Search ROI with Loren Greiff
Topics CoveredLoren Greiff - Job Search ExpertPortfolioRocket.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorengreiff/Twitter: https://twitter.com/portfoliorocketThe value of relationship building as part of your long term career planHow networking can help you bypass the traditional job application processThe importance of building a clear networking strategy- steps you can take to start today Creating relationship equity with everyone you meet Tapping into the network you already have and putting yourself out thereWhy externally referred candidates bring trust and credibility-the hidden benefits for companiesNetworking through LinkedIn and podcasts-how to be consistent, strategic, and be foundBiggest mis...
2021-07-07
49 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Generating Positive Job Search ROI with Loren Greiff
Topics CoveredLoren Greiff - Job Search ExpertPortfolioRocket.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorengreiff/Twitter: https://twitter.com/portfoliorocketThe value of relationship building as part of your long term career planHow networking can help you bypass the traditional job application processThe importance of building a clear networking strategy- steps you can take to start today Creating relationship equity with everyone you meet Tapping into the network you already have and putting yourself out thereWhy externally referred candidates bring trust and credibility-the hidden benefits for companiesNetworking through LinkedIn and podcasts-how to be consistent, strategic, and be foundBiggest mis...
2021-07-07
49 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Stepping In, Stepping Up and Stepping Back in Your Career with Meg Applegate
Topics CoveredMeg Applegate - Award-Winning Resume Writer, Certified Personal Branding Strategist, Job Search Coach & LinkedIn Profile WriterHingeresume.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megapplegate/Facebook: Hinge Resume CollaborativeInstagram: @HingeresumeNot all career transitions are about traditional advancement - industry or job pivot, stepping back in the workforce, or promotionsThe impact of family and a pandemic on a woman's career vs a man'sWays to showcase your non-work skills on LinkedInRisks and benefits of undertaking a career breakThe importance of repackaging your work history and non-work skills when returning to workHow your identity plays a role in career transitionsWhat to t...
2021-06-30
41 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Stepping In, Stepping Up and Stepping Back in Your Career with Meg Applegate
Topics CoveredMeg Applegate - Award-Winning Resume Writer, Certified Personal Branding Strategist, Job Search Coach & LinkedIn Profile WriterHingeresume.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megapplegate/Facebook: Hinge Resume CollaborativeInstagram: @HingeresumeNot all career transitions are about traditional advancement - industry or job pivot, stepping back in the workforce, or promotionsThe impact of family and a pandemic on a woman's career vs a man'sWays to showcase your non-work skills on LinkedInRisks and benefits of undertaking a career breakThe importance of repackaging your work history and non-work skills when returning to workHow your identity plays a role in career transitionsWhat to t...
2021-06-30
41 min
Find Your Dream Job: Insider Tips for Finding Work, Advancing your Career, and Loving Your Job
Follow Up Mistakes to Avoid, with Mike Bird
Asking for help during a job search is a no-brainer; we need others to help us make connections, identify our strengths, etc. But what should you do if you ask for help and get no response? Start by looking at your request, says Find Your Dream Job guest Mike Bird. Was it specific enough? Keep your requests short and to the point so that you aren’t wasting others’ time. Mike also suggests finding things you may have in common before sending a cold email. Focus on building relationships that will serve you long-term instead of depending on one-off conv...
2021-06-30
28 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Ask Us Anything III
We answer the following questions:How do you all approach burnout in the job search?Where do you see the job market (Canada & U.S.) in the next three to six months?Jack Kelly - Ep 76 - Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About RecruitingEp 35 - The Pandemic Economy & Your Career with Chris Ragan & Bill RobsonWith all the free resources available out there, why would I seek the help of a career practitioner?What are some common career advice “myths”, things that one might hear a lot, but don’t necessarily work?Kayvan Kian - Ep 69 - What is Wat...
2021-06-23
33 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Ask Us Anything III
We answer the following questions:How do you all approach burnout in the job search?Where do you see the job market (Canada & U.S.) in the next three to six months?Jack Kelly - Ep 76 - Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About RecruitingEp 35 - The Pandemic Economy & Your Career with Chris Ragan & Bill RobsonWith all the free resources available out there, why would I seek the help of a career practitioner?What are some common career advice “myths”, things that one might hear a lot, but don’t necessarily work?Kayvan Kian - Ep 69 - What is Wat...
2021-06-23
33 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Building a Personal Brand from Scratch with Brad Minton
Topics Covered:Brad Minton - Career Coach & Certified Resume WriterLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-w-minton/Minttobecareer.comInstagram: @minttobecareerPodcast: Your Career GPSHow Brad's central mission helped create his careerWhat a personal brand is and how it's tied to your reputationYou have a brand whether you acknowledge it or notBuilding your authentic impact storyThe importance of understanding your "why"Using your personal brand in a job search or established careerShifting mindset around showing yourself in your job searchThe story of Arnold SchwarzeneggerHow Brad built his own brandConfidence vs cockiness in your personal/professional brandCommon myths of building your personal or...
2021-06-16
58 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Building a Personal Brand from Scratch with Brad Minton
Topics Covered:Brad Minton - Career Coach & Certified Resume WriterLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-w-minton/Minttobecareer.comInstagram: @minttobecareerPodcast: Your Career GPSHow Brad's central mission helped create his careerWhat a personal brand is and how it's tied to your reputationYou have a brand whether you acknowledge it or notBuilding your authentic impact storyThe importance of understanding your "why"Using your personal brand in a job search or established careerShifting mindset around showing yourself in your job searchThe story of Arnold SchwarzeneggerHow Brad built his own brandConfidence vs cockiness in your personal/professional brandCommon myths of building your personal or...
2021-06-16
58 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Helping Agency Recruiters Help You with Cody Sklar
Topics CoveredCody Sklar - Startup Recruiter and Co-Founder of Synapse InternationalLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/codysynapseint/Synapseint.comThe benefits of working with a recruiterThe limits of working with a recruiterThe candidate's responsibility and opportunities to be successful with a recruiterBuilding a long-term relationship with a recruiterUnique challenges that startups face in recruitingThe importance of working with a specialized recruiterWhat to look out for when considering working at a startupA recruiter's take on how to prepare for an interviewWhy you shouldn't start a sentence with "honestly"Work with Lisa: https://careerbalancecoaching.com/Work with M...
2021-06-09
44 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Helping Agency Recruiters Help You with Cody Sklar
Topics CoveredCody Sklar - Startup Recruiter and Co-Founder of Synapse InternationalLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/codysynapseint/Synapseint.comThe benefits of working with a recruiterThe limits of working with a recruiterThe candidate's responsibility and opportunities to be successful with a recruiterBuilding a long-term relationship with a recruiterUnique challenges that startups face in recruitingThe importance of working with a specialized recruiterWhat to look out for when considering working at a startupA recruiter's take on how to prepare for an interviewWhy you shouldn't start a sentence with "honestly"Work with Lisa: https://careerbalancecoaching.com/Work with M...
2021-06-09
44 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
The Best Career Development Books You’ve Ever Read
Book Links:How Women Rise: Break the 12 Habits Holding You Back from Your Next Raise, Promotion, or Job by Sally Helgesen & Marshall GoldsmithYou Are A Badass: How to Stop Doubting Your Greatness and Start Living an Awesome Life by Jen SinceroHow to Win Friends and influence People by Dale CarnegiePersonal Finance for Dummies by Eric TysonWhat Color Is Your Parachute? by Richard N. Bolles with Katharine BrooksThe One Minute Manager by Kenneth H Blanchard & Spencer JohnsonThe 4-Hour Work Week by Tim FerrissCan’t Hurt Me: Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds by David GogginsEpictetus - Discourses, Fragments, Ha...
2021-06-02
35 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
5 Early Career Hurdles (and How to Overcome Them) with Devon Turcotte
Topics CoveredDevon Turcotte - Career Clarity Practitioner for Gen ZCareerified.caInstagram & Facebook - CareerifiedLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/devon-turcotte/How Devon went from environmental consultant to career practitionerNavigating a quarter-life crisisThe evolution of career options and expectationsHow to overcome a weak professional networkWhat networking meansNetworking from scratchParental influence on career decisionsThe challenge in setting boundaries at work early in your careerUnderstanding the social expectations of the workplaceHaving difficult conversations at workThe influence of virtual communication on empathy and humanizationThe art of letting go"The Happiness Equation" - Neil PasrichaWork with Mike: https://www.coachoiseau.c...
2021-05-26
46 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
5 Early Career Hurdles (and How to Overcome Them) with Devon Turcotte
Topics CoveredDevon Turcotte - Career Clarity Practitioner for Gen ZCareerified.caInstagram & Facebook - CareerifiedLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/devon-turcotte/How Devon went from environmental consultant to career practitionerNavigating a quarter-life crisisThe evolution of career options and expectationsHow to overcome a weak professional networkWhat networking meansNetworking from scratchParental influence on career decisionsThe challenge in setting boundaries at work early in your careerUnderstanding the social expectations of the workplaceHaving difficult conversations at workThe influence of virtual communication on empathy and humanizationThe art of letting go"The Happiness Equation" - Neil PasrichaWork with Mike: https://www.coachoiseau.c...
2021-05-26
46 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Real Financial Freedom with Jennifer Sahady
Topics Covered:Jennifer Sahady - Money Expert and Walking Wikipedia of MoneyWebsite: JenniferSahady.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-sahady/How Jennifer found her weird and created a career out of it.Why financial literacy is so misunderstoodThe difference between a financial salesperson and someone who has your best interest at heartHow to discern biased opinion based information vs factsWhy you should understand basic financeWhat financial freedom really meansThe main categories of personal finance The concept of intentional spendingUnderstanding your unique wants and needsWhat you should do with your first "adult" salaryWhat to consider when you get a prom...
2021-05-19
43 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Real Financial Freedom with Jennifer Sahady
Topics Covered:Jennifer Sahady - Money Expert and Walking Wikipedia of MoneyWebsite: JenniferSahady.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-sahady/How Jennifer found her weird and created a career out of it.Why financial literacy is so misunderstoodThe difference between a financial salesperson and someone who has your best interest at heartHow to discern biased opinion based information vs factsWhy you should understand basic financeWhat financial freedom really meansThe main categories of personal finance The concept of intentional spendingUnderstanding your unique wants and needsWhat you should do with your first "adult" salaryWhat to consider when you get a prom...
2021-05-19
43 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
What Role Should Money Play in Your Career Decisions?
Topics CoveredWhat role should money play in your career decisions?The concept of the golden handcuffs and how it impacts your career decisionsWhat is enough money?Increasing your incomeConsidering obligationsTrade-offs in career decisionsMoney mindset and how your money values impact career decisionsThe 5 work priorities and optimizing your careerLonger-term career and life goalsThe impact of earnings potential vs short-term gainUnderstand your valueSalary negotiation episode 46 with Josh DoodyBook recommendations:The Psychology of Money - Morgan HouselI Will Teach You to Be Rich - Ramit SethiWork with Mike: https://www.coachoiseau.com/Work with Lisa: https...
2021-05-12
26 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
What Role Should Money Play in Your Career Decisions?
Topics CoveredWhat role should money play in your career decisions?The concept of the golden handcuffs and how it impacts your career decisionsWhat is enough money?Increasing your incomeConsidering obligationsTrade-offs in career decisionsMoney mindset and how your money values impact career decisionsThe 5 work priorities and optimizing your careerLonger-term career and life goalsThe impact of earnings potential vs short-term gainUnderstand your valueSalary negotiation episode 46 with Josh DoodyBook recommendations:The Psychology of Money - Morgan HouselI Will Teach You to Be Rich - Ramit SethiWork with Mike: https://www.coachoiseau.com/Work with Lisa: https...
2021-05-12
26 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Figuring Out Your Career by Graduation with Anil Ram
Topics CoveredAnil Ram - Career Coach for students and gradsWebsite: https://grad-coach.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anil-ram/From head hunter to strategy consultant to careers consultantWhy we believe we must have our lives figured out by graduationHow this belief can impact performance and hold one backThe pressures impacting young people todayHow experimenting in your career is necessary to find what you really enjoyThe importance of understanding that there is no set timeline in your careerHow mindset impacts early career decisions and helps overcome some of the pressures facedCarol Dweck - Growth vs Fixed mindsetAre so...
2021-05-05
47 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Figuring Out Your Career by Graduation with Anil Ram
Topics CoveredAnil Ram - Career Coach for students and gradsWebsite: https://grad-coach.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anil-ram/From head hunter to strategy consultant to careers consultantWhy we believe we must have our lives figured out by graduationHow this belief can impact performance and hold one backThe pressures impacting young people todayHow experimenting in your career is necessary to find what you really enjoyThe importance of understanding that there is no set timeline in your careerHow mindset impacts early career decisions and helps overcome some of the pressures facedCarol Dweck - Growth vs Fixed mindsetAre so...
2021-05-05
47 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Accelerating Your Career Success with Mike Sweet
Topics CoveredMike Sweet - CEO & Founder of NimblyWiseWebsite: https://nimblywise.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-sweet/Email: mike.sweet@nimblywise.comWhy getting started in the workforce after college is like playing chessThe factors that impact confidence in your first role out of schoolThe differences between work now vs in the pastThe long-term impact of a great start in your careerThe importance of levelling the playing fieldWhat organizations can do to better integrate new talentChallenges that employers face in creating a supportive environmentLarge companies vs start-upsHow NimblyWise helps employees take ownership of their early successExamples of things t...
2021-04-28
53 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Accelerating Your Career Success with Mike Sweet
Topics CoveredMike Sweet - CEO & Founder of NimblyWiseWebsite: https://nimblywise.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-sweet/Email: mike.sweet@nimblywise.comWhy getting started in the workforce after college is like playing chessThe factors that impact confidence in your first role out of schoolThe differences between work now vs in the pastThe long-term impact of a great start in your careerThe importance of levelling the playing fieldWhat organizations can do to better integrate new talentChallenges that employers face in creating a supportive environmentLarge companies vs start-upsHow NimblyWise helps employees take ownership of their early successExamples of things t...
2021-04-28
53 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
6 Tips for Building Better Professional Relationships
Topics CoveredYour net worth is in your networkWork satisfaction can be majorly impacted by your working relationshipsHow to be memorable in an interaction that might surprise you.The value in asking questionsHow speaking your truth can deepen a relationship and build trust (but know your audience)Difficult conversations in relationshipsThe 5 Disfunctions of a Team by Patrick M. LencioniHow to approach a difficult conversationGoing the extra mile to show appreciation and building trust"A person who feels appreciated will always do more than what is expected" - UnknownPracticing empathy and support, and celebrating in the workplace and in...
2021-04-21
33 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
6 Tips for Building Better Professional Relationships
Topics CoveredYour net worth is in your networkWork satisfaction can be majorly impacted by your working relationshipsHow to be memorable in an interaction that might surprise you.The value in asking questionsHow speaking your truth can deepen a relationship and build trust (but know your audience)Difficult conversations in relationshipsThe 5 Disfunctions of a Team by Patrick M. LencioniHow to approach a difficult conversationGoing the extra mile to show appreciation and building trust"A person who feels appreciated will always do more than what is expected" - UnknownPracticing empathy and support, and celebrating in the workplace and in...
2021-04-21
33 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Embracing Your Weird at Work with Sophie Lemieux
Topics CoveredSophie Lemieux - HR ConsultantLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophielemieuxentr/ClubhouseWhat taking your place at work and embracing your weird meansWhat are the key factors in taking your place?The challenges with putting yourself out thereHow your work environment can impact your imposter syndromeWhy companies seek out insecure overachievers and how to avoid being oneThe importance of understanding your self-worth and setting boundariesWhat you can learn from working directly with senior leadersHow to better establish yourself in a new company and embrace your weirdHow to re-establish yourself in your current organizationThe value in being fearless a...
2021-04-14
49 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Embracing Your Weird at Work with Sophie Lemieux
Topics CoveredSophie Lemieux - HR ConsultantLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophielemieuxentr/ClubhouseWhat taking your place at work and embracing your weird meansWhat are the key factors in taking your place?The challenges with putting yourself out thereHow your work environment can impact your imposter syndromeWhy companies seek out insecure overachievers and how to avoid being oneThe importance of understanding your self-worth and setting boundariesWhat you can learn from working directly with senior leadersHow to better establish yourself in a new company and embrace your weirdHow to re-establish yourself in your current organizationThe value in being fearless a...
2021-04-14
49 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Your Work and Your Identity with Nii Ato Bentsi-Enchill
Topics CoveredNii Ato Bentsi-Enchill - Holistic Career CoachLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/niiato/Instagram: @avenircareersWebsite: https://www.avenircareers.com/Great advice for those job searching early in their career and how Nii Ato landed his first jobsBreaking down the negative stigma of having the "open to work" banner on their LinkedIn profileWhat is a personal identityThe importance of identifying your personal identityDoes your profession define you?How we define value and success as a western societyThe benefits of bringing more of yourself to workThe challenges you may face in bringing yourself to workWhat to look for in...
2021-04-07
52 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Your Work and Your Identity with Nii Ato Bentsi-Enchill
Topics CoveredNii Ato Bentsi-Enchill - Holistic Career CoachLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/niiato/Instagram: @avenircareersWebsite: https://www.avenircareers.com/Great advice for those job searching early in their career and how Nii Ato landed his first jobsBreaking down the negative stigma of having the "open to work" banner on their LinkedIn profileWhat is a personal identityThe importance of identifying your personal identityDoes your profession define you?How we define value and success as a western societyThe benefits of bringing more of yourself to workThe challenges you may face in bringing yourself to workWhat to look for in...
2021-04-07
52 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Growing in the Valleys of Your Career
Topics CoveredGrowing in the valleys of your careerWhat a career valley isThe metaphor: A mountain peak is often barren with no growth, growth happens in the valleysHow valley's shaped our own careers The f*ck it momentHow comfort impacts career growthSeeing Opportunity in Times of Challenge - Ep 37 with Simone NoordegraafThe Void - Stacy HartmannHow to use a valley to your advantageThe importance of taking actionThe types of activities that can help you through a valleyBook: Tribe of Mentors - Tim FerrissThe problem vs the solution"The mentality that created the problem is not the mentality that solv...
2021-03-31
34 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Growing in the Valleys of Your Career
Topics CoveredGrowing in the valleys of your careerWhat a career valley isThe metaphor: A mountain peak is often barren with no growth, growth happens in the valleysHow valley's shaped our own careers The f*ck it momentHow comfort impacts career growthSeeing Opportunity in Times of Challenge - Ep 37 with Simone NoordegraafThe Void - Stacy HartmannHow to use a valley to your advantageThe importance of taking actionThe types of activities that can help you through a valleyBook: Tribe of Mentors - Tim FerrissThe problem vs the solution"The mentality that created the problem is not the mentality that solv...
2021-03-31
34 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Should You Build a Content Platform?
Topics CoveredShould you build a content platformWhat is a content platform?Who should create a platform or channelUnderstanding the content solar systemThe different types of channelsExamples of how individuals have used a platform to build their careerSome of the benefits of having a platformThings to think about when choosing a platformWhat makes a great content platform?The Impact Equation by Chris Brogan and Julien SmithKnow your audienceAustin Belcak - https://cultivatedculture.com/blog/Some common mistakes people make when building a platformTips or tricks for people wanting to start a platformOur new logo was designed by the a...
2021-03-10
38 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Should You Build a Content Platform?
Topics CoveredShould you build a content platformWhat is a content platform?Who should create a platform or channelUnderstanding the content solar systemThe different types of channelsExamples of how individuals have used a platform to build their careerSome of the benefits of having a platformThings to think about when choosing a platformWhat makes a great content platform?The Impact Equation by Chris Brogan and Julien SmithKnow your audienceAustin Belcak - https://cultivatedculture.com/blog/Some common mistakes people make when building a platformTips or tricks for people wanting to start a platformOur new logo was designed by the a...
2021-03-10
38 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
The Career Stories Method with Kerri Twigg
Topics CoveredKerri Twigg - Author & Career Development CoachAuthor of The Career Stories MethodWebsite: https://www.career-stories.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerritwigg/Instagram: @CareerStoriesKerriHow to draw people into your storiesHow Kerri went from the arts to career coachingWhat led to the writing of her bookThe difference between a story and contentWhy stories help us progress in our careersBuilding the hook in a storyCan you change your work environment to find more happiness?The importance of having a clear target in your job search to help with story-tellingLazy target = lazy jobExamples of how the Career Stories Met...
2021-03-03
42 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
The Career Stories Method with Kerri Twigg
Topics CoveredKerri Twigg - Author & Career Development CoachAuthor of The Career Stories MethodWebsite: https://www.career-stories.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerritwigg/Instagram: @CareerStoriesKerriHow to draw people into your storiesHow Kerri went from the arts to career coachingWhat led to the writing of her bookThe difference between a story and contentWhy stories help us progress in our careersBuilding the hook in a storyCan you change your work environment to find more happiness?The importance of having a clear target in your job search to help with story-tellingLazy target = lazy jobExamples of how the Career Stories Met...
2021-03-03
42 min
Your Career GPS
Ep. 12 Beating The Traffic: Creating Content To Get Ahead (Special Guest Mike Bird)
For this incredible episode Megan and Brad interview Mike Bird of CoachOiseau Career Coaching. Mike talks about his journey to career coaching by way of athletic coaching and how he fell in love with cultivating the development of young people. He talks about how creating content for young people is not a new activity, but one that they can center to enhance their career development. He outlines several important considerations including the type of content you produce, the audience it's meant for, and how to deal with fear and even writers block. Mike describes the journey all young content...
2020-12-15
34 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Ask Us Anything II
Topics CoveredAsk Us Anything!How to work through hesitation to leave a comfortable jobWhat are you optimizing for in your career?Pain vs gain in your careerAdvice to those looking for work right out of collegeManaging expectationsConsider growing industriesSystematic networking strategies and tools to track activitiesWho to talk toThe frequency of follow upTracking toolsMike's tools:Mike's Networking CRMMike's Application TrackerOther AppsTrelloAsanaIf you're at a fork in the road in your career, should you get a job to pay the bills or take the time to find the right job?How your personal scenario impacts the answer to...
2020-11-25
30 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Ask Us Anything II
Topics CoveredAsk Us Anything!How to work through hesitation to leave a comfortable jobWhat are you optimizing for in your career?Pain vs gain in your careerAdvice to those looking for work right out of collegeManaging expectationsConsider growing industriesSystematic networking strategies and tools to track activitiesWho to talk toThe frequency of follow upTracking toolsMike's tools:Mike's Networking CRMMike's Application TrackerOther AppsTrelloAsanaIf you're at a fork in the road in your career, should you get a job to pay the bills or take the time to find the right job?How your personal scenario impacts the answer to...
2020-11-25
30 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Managing Email and Maximizing Productivity with Renée Michaud
Topics CoveredRenee Michaud - "DJ Uneety" - coach, facilitator, and multi-disciplinary artistWebsite: https://www.Uneety.caInstagram: @UneetyCoachingCreativeProductivity and email managementLeaving a job to undertake a spirituality journeyHaving a passion for efficiencyThe hidden benefits of efficiency and email managementHow email is used to build trustHow to learn email systemsBarriers to an organized inboxFOMO and junk-mailStrategies to get a better handle on your inboxTools for productivityAligning your to-do list with your purposeWhen productivity became important for usProductivity and anxietyProductivity tipsHow your energy impacts productivity + an exercise to identify your energy levels throughout the dayWorking through slumpsTips for overcoming overwhelm"...
2020-09-23
48 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Facing Fear When Going After Your Dream Job with Betty Kempa
Topics Covered:Betty Kempa - Career Change StrategistWebsite: https://bettykempa.com/http://sixfigurecoachingbusiness.groupA case of the "shoulds"You're likely already wearing the ruby red slippersWhat it means to face fearWith action comes confidenceWhat is your relationship to failure?What fear looks like and how to recognize when fear is holding you backWhere fear comes fromYour dream job is on the other side of fearChanging your relationship with braveryHow to know when it's time to make a changeUsing your Why as motivation in the job search"Feel the fear and do it anyways" - Book by Susan Jeffers
2020-09-16
33 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Getting Your Foot in the Door When You Lack Experience
Topics CoveredIf you're just starting out in your career or changing career paths, this episode is for you"The Pursuit of Happiness" movie to prep for your job searchRelationships, Creativity, and EffortUtilizing your network to have the first conversationHow having heart can differentiate youA job description is a "wish list"Set yourself apart by physically showing up"What are the tools at my disposal to differentiate myself?"Utilizing LinkedInFear of rejectionTiming can be everythingHow can you show your natural talents?The importance of communicating your valueSetting your expectations early onFinding fit in your connectionsConfidence comes from starting"...
2020-09-09
28 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Introversion and Extraversion at Work with Faris Khalifeh
Topics CoveredFaris Khalifeh - Coach of IntrovertsWebsite - www.fariskhalifeh.comInstagramTwitterLinkedIn From communications to coachingWhat introversion and extroversion actually isThe biological differencesHow to know if you're introverted or extrovertedAssessment - Myers Briggs - https://www.16personalities.com/free-personality-testHow your nature and nurture affect our tendenciesStrengths of extroverts and introvertsCommon misconceptions of introversionThe importance of self-awareness in the corporate worldBook: The Power of Full Engagement by Jim Loehr and Tony SchwartzManaging energy vs managing time in productivityBook: Quiet - The Power of Introverts in a World that Can't Stop Talking by Susan CainUnderstanding the personality traits of your co...
2020-09-02
41 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
You're Not Too Old, You're Not Too Young!
Topics CoveredYou're not too old and not too young in your careerAgeism and how it can hold you backValue is not age relatedHow technology plays into ageismStereotypes are not the ruleHow you can be an exceptionUsing empathy and compassion to others' worldviewHow to overcome the stereotype"Other people's view of us is not the truth"Are you willing to continue to learn?The importance of being open and adaptable to changeBook: Outliers - Malcolm GladwellThe true definition of entitlementBeginning your career and feeling too youngHow asking questions and trying things and failing can help youConfidence is keyFocus...
2020-08-26
29 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
The Art of Salary Negotiation with Josh Doody
Topics CoveredJosh Doody - Salary Negotiation Expert@JoshDoody on twitter: https://twitter.com/joshdoodyThe Fearless Salary Negotiation site: https://fearlesssalarynegotiation.com/Josh's book: Fearless Salary Negotiation: A Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Paid What You're Worth https://www.amazon.ca/Fearless-Salary-Negotiation-step-step/dp/0692568689From engineering to HR to Salary Negotiation ExpertWhy salary negotiation is so importantSalary unhappiness can be a barrier to productivityHow hiring managers also have a stake in salary equityCreating a win-winWho should be negotiating salaryThe main levers to pull in a negotiationThe hiring manager's point of view and the cost of hiringShould you ask your current emp...
2020-08-19
49 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Managing Expectations While Job Searching
Topics CoveredHow managing expectations can help with the job search rollercoasterThe average time the job search takesThe four phases of a job changeThe importance of getting clarity on what you want and the value you bringWays to speed up the job search processChanging your network from warm to hotHow the type of role can impact the length of your searchAre you ok waiting for your dream job, or are you looking for something "in the meantime"?Being an early candidate and the hidden job marketBe rigid in your goal and flexible in your methodHaving self-compassion around obligations...
2020-08-12
35 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Using an Entrepreneurial Mindset to Get Ahead at Work with Tori Torres
Topics CoveredTori Torres - innovative creator, visionary, and serial entrepreneurhttps://poshgirlsclub.com/https://instagram.com/theposhgirlsclubFrom stay at home mom to working with Beyonce and Gary Vee to working in Silicon ValleySV Academy - https://sv.academy/How work as an entrepreneur has shaped Tori as an employeeConfidence is not a prerequisite but a resultThe concept of intrapreneurshipHow to sell your ideasThe importance of partnerships and systemsCollaboration and trust plus automation = successCreating a win-win at workInfluence and influencers and what it all meansHow to be an influencer at workWhy you need to stand for somethingYour USP - U...
2020-08-05
38 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Getting the Most Out of Leaving a Role
Topics CoveredThis could be a job change within an organization, starting at a new job, or being let go from a roleMindset versus tactical tipsWhy it's important to not burn bridgesFind closure and emotionally move onHow to transfer knowledgeManaging relationshipsAdrienne Tom Episode 18: Crafting a Killer ResumeUsing a brag file/ professional portfolioLeaving a final messageThe value of emotionsAvoiding surprisesThe nitty gritty of leaving a roleThe opportunity in an unexpected career changeEpisode 37: Seeing opportunity in times of challenge with Simone Noordegraaf
2020-07-29
24 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
HireHigherEd with Eric James Stephens
Topics CoveredDr. Eric James Stephens - Founder of #HireHigherEdEvent: #HireHigherEd - August 6 & 7, 2020https://www.hirehighered.org/https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericjstephens/Education as a profession is changingHow education and industry differEpisode : Finding opportunity in times of challengeChallenges people face when transitioning to industryTranslatable valueWhere to go for support in facing a transitionWhy an academic makes a great industry professionalSoft skills that educators have Industry vs role fits for academicsHow mentorship can help with the transitionEpisode : Horizontal mentorship with GarretWe can help and care for each other during this difficult timeDo's and don'ts for higher education professionalsAn a...
2020-07-22
50 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Finding Success in a New Role
Topics Covered:Book: The First 90 Days - Michael WatkinsWhy the start of a new role is so importantThe breakeven point in your new role & setting personal expectationsCreating a new mindsetSetting up systems for learningBuilding trust with managers and coalitions with coworkers"Allies become advocates" - MikeTactics for building relationships - Austin BelcakEarly adopters vs laggards - Simon SinekSharing ideas with empathyBook: What Got You Here Won't Get You There - Marshall GoldsmithLet go of your need to be rightThe importance of asking questionsKeeping balance early in a new roleEpisode 28 - Meet & Greet Culture with Theresa Helmer
2020-07-15
29 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Finding Success in a New Role
Topics Covered:Book: The First 90 Days - Michael WatkinsWhy the start of a new role is so importantThe breakeven point in your new role & setting personal expectationsCreating a new mindsetSetting up systems for learningBuilding trust with managers and coalitions with coworkers"Allies become advocates" - MikeTactics for building relationships - Austin BelcakEarly adopters vs laggards - Simon SinekSharing ideas with empathyBook: What Got You Here Won't Get You There - Marshall GoldsmithLet go of your need to be rightThe importance of asking questionsKeeping balance early in a new roleEpisode 28 - Meet & Greet Culture with Theresa Helmer
2020-07-15
29 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Transitioning Successfully in Your Career and Life with David Mendoza
Topics CoveredDavid Mendoza - Educator, Career Coach & Entrepreneur with a focus on supporting newcomers as they transition to life in Canadaemail: connect@orbit5.cahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/davidandresmendoza/His journey from Colombia to TorontoMajor challenges that individuals face when coming to CanadaThe mindset that is required to make a successful transitionHow departure point impacts transition successThe activities and traits that help newcomers to transitionGreat tips and tricks for getting out of your comfort zoneHow a major transition has a positive impact on your career The importance of taking care of your mental health during a transitionWhat a...
2020-07-08
53 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Trial & Error at Work
Topics CoveredUsing Trial & Error in your Objective, Strategy and TacticsTrial and error is an approach to solve problemsUsing an educated guess as a starting pointCan you experience what a particular job would be like before starting it?How Minority Report would resemble life without trial & errorPerfectionism and fear of failure can hold you backInnovation comes from failure"The Dip" by Seth GodinFarming vs Hunting in your careerHow long you should stay with something you're tryingThe role of reflectionInternal and External trial and errorA/B testing in your job searchTrial & iterateHow sports exemplify the trial & iterate processInterviewing, practice...
2020-07-01
32 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
A Necessary Conversation About Race with Nii Ato Bentsi-Enchill and Rashida Geddes
Topics CoveredRashida Geddes - Leadership & Career Coach to Millennial Womenwww.RashidaGeddes.comwww.linkedin.com/in/rashidageddes/Facebook, Instagram, Twitter: @rashidageddesNii Ato Bentsi-Enchill - Holistic Career Coach for Professionals of Colorwww.AvenirCareers.comwww.linkedin.com/in/niiato/Instagram, Twitter: @avenircareersEDI = Equity, Diversity & InclusionDEI = Diversity, Equity & InclusionOur goal with this episode was to model the types of discussions we can be having and shed some light on the issueOur first experiences with racismHow children learn racismRacism in popular cultureNot seeing diversity of thought is creating a voidThe importance of listening and hearing BIPOC voicesOur differences are our strengthsThe impact...
2020-06-24
1h 10
The Career Builder's Podcast
Seeing Opportunity in Times of Challenge with Simone Noordegraaf
Topics CoveredSimone Noordegraafwww.linkedin.com/in/simone-noordegraaf-derie/www.ipeccoaching.comHow Simone went from Accounting to CoachingStay the course, keep your heart open, and see the opportunity unfoldThe value in challenge7 levels of energy - https://www.ipeccoaching.com/energy-leadership-indexUnderstanding the mindset iceberg to survive and thriveHow to shift from fight or flightThe importance of listening to your emotionsHow to find opportunity in challengeRemembering to breatheHow our stories play into our fearsHow your identity can be a blocker to seeing opportunityWhat balanced self-care looks likeHow to successfully navigate challenging times using curiosity and knowing the higher purpose "Care to...
2020-06-17
49 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Getting Going with Side Hustles with Rosie McCarthy
Topics CoveredRosie McCarthy - Career Coach for Millenials and GenZYouTube: www.YouTube.com/BadassCareersInstagram: @badasscareersLinkedIn: www.LinkedIn.com/in/RosieCareerCoachThe difference between a side hustle and a hobbyWhy you should consider a side hustleThe three main types of side-hustlers The challenges of having a side hustleHow to keep yourself motivated when you hit peaks and valleysRosie's Mentors: Side Hustle Coach: Ruby Lee Online Business & Instagram Growth: Vanessa Lau Social Media Growth & Understanding Your Audience: Rachel BellGrowing On YouTube: Cathrin Manning (The Content Bug)The confidence and empowerment that comes from starting a side hustleOpportunity can be disguised as com...
2020-06-10
47 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
The Pandemic Economy and Your Career with Chris Ragan and Bill Robson
Topics CoveredBill Robson - President and CEO of the C.D. Howe InstituteChris Ragan - Founding Director of McGill University’s Max Bell School of Public PolicyThe current state of the economy in Canada during the COVID-19 pandemicThe biggest challenge we're facing is knowing when to restart the economy and understanding the new normalThe differences in economies globallyWe're dealing with a supply shock - firms want to produce but can't, people want to work but can'tHow government policy response isn't prepared for this kind of shockWill unemployment, underemployment and the gig economy trends of the 2008 recession happen ag...
2020-06-03
57 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Accidental Entrepreneurship with Lezlie Garr
Topics CoveredLezlie Garr - Career Transition Coach & "Accidental Entrepreneur"https://www.resumelezlie.com/tcbp/https://www.linkedin.com/in/resumelezlie/How Lezlie went from Band Director to Career CoachWhat is accidental entrepreneurship?How role models and mentors play a role in building a businessMindset blocks that entrepreneurs overcomeHow to learn what you don't knowEntrepreneurship is much more accessible nowThe skills that make a successful accidental entrepreneurHow to stay motivated at the beginning of entrepreneurshipHow to overcome challenges"failure gets you closer to success"What a typical "day-in-the-life" looks likeThe non-glitzy side of entrepreneurshipBeing in action vs being...
2020-05-27
48 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Networking to Get Work with Diana YK Chan
Topics CoveredDiana YK Chan - Former recruiter turned career coachwww.mymarketability.comLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/dianachan/Youtube: www.youtube.com/user/mymarketability/Diana learned how to put herself out there early in life70% of jobs are acquired through networkingIf you apply online you have a 3% chance of getting an interviewWhy networking works to get a jobMindset shifts in networking:Selling yourself vs helping someoneMaking money vs adding valueStrategy for online applicationsHow to include recruiters in your networkWho to include in your networking strategyTips & tricks for communicating with your networkHow to ask for a referralDirect outreach tacticsAccepting no...
2020-05-20
43 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Leveraging LinkedIn: Profiles, Presence and Personal Branding with Ana Lokotkova
Topics CoveredAna Lokotkova - international career advisorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alokotkova/www.cvlabs.cawww.jobsearchsecretweapon.comYour success is dependent on your ability to communicate what you bring to the tableWhy LinkedIn is so important right nowHow LinkedIn has changed networking for the betterThe keys to LinkedIn profile developmentThe top 2 or 3 corrections Ana makes on profilesHow LinkedIn should complement your resumeHaving a profile isn't good enough, interaction on the platform is importantTips for posting your own content on LinkedInHow to develop your "voice"Building your presence onlineHow to think of yourself as a brand (How to c...
2020-05-13
51 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Building Resilence and Balancing Obligations with Rashida Geddes
Topics CoveredRashida Geddes - leadership coachSocial: @RashidaGeddeswww.RashidaGeddes.comHow Rashida identified her career purpose early on in her careerThe importance of mindset in career progressionTakeaways from being underemployedSelf-advocacy in your careerGetting through COVID-19: You get to decide your perspective and focusHow to shift from victimhood to empowermentDefining balance & striving for balanceTips for prioritizing & setting boundariesHow balance is like bakingWhat resiliency means and how to build itSupporting each other through empathy & leadershipChallenges that women face in their career & tips to overcome them"Bring your bad-ass-ery to your career"The importance of diversity and inclusion through representationHow we can...
2020-05-06
34 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Ask Us Anything
Topics CoveredThe Career Builder's Podcast is 6 months old!This was an "Ask Us Anything" episode, and questions covered lots of great career topics along with a few about podcastingAdvice for people who want to rebrand themselves What is Imposter Syndrome and how to overcome itHow can I innovate if I've lost my job and is it possible to become an entrepreneur now?How to leverage LinkedIn and other online tools for your professional lifeThe importance of showing appreciation and kindness in a physical way during difficult timesHow to address a furlough situation on a resume and in a...
2020-04-29
39 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Storytelling Your Way to Success with Virginia Franco
Topics CoveredVirginia Franco - Multi-Certified Executive Resume and LinkedIn Writer, Coach and Storytellerwww.VirginiaFrancoResumes.comInstagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter: Virginia Francowww.JobSearchSecretWeapon.comHow Virginia became an accidental entrepreneurWhat does it mean to be a story teller in a professional contextCommon misconceptions about storytellingSome characteristics of a great storytellerHow to become a better storytellerHow to incorporate storytelling into a resumeResume tipsWhat should you look for in a resume writer?Can you optimize for storytelling and keyword searches?Using the LinkedIn About section to tell the reader "Why me"The best format to tell stories in an interviewSteps you can...
2020-04-22
32 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Informational Interviews and Meet & Greet Culture with Theresa Helmer
Topics CoveredTheresa Helmer - Director of Social Media Strategies at Walt Disney Television www.linkedin.com/in/theresa-h-a0737030/This is a great time to be building connectionsTheresa's career storyWhat it's like to be on the receiving end of connection requestsWhat is meet & greet culture?How to encourage your team to meet more peopleMistakes people make when approaching people for informational interviewsA new take on "it's all about who you know"Traits/skills Theresa has utilized to find success in her career so farTheresa's favourite Disney movieThe importance of asking for help and sharing your perspective
2020-04-15
45 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Horizontal Mentorship with Garrett Mintz
Topics CoveredGarrett Mintz - Founder of Ambition in Motionhttps://ambition-in-motion.com/www.Linkedin.com/in/garrettmintzHow mentorship took him from drug dealer to entrepreneurhttps://www.atthecrossroads.com/How to Win Friends & Influence People - Dale Carnegie https://www.dalecarnegie.com/What is Horizontal MentorshipThe impact of Work Orientation on mentorshipJob OrientedCareer OrientedCalling OrientedHow is horizontal mentorship different from vertical mentorshipLack of empathy can cripple company cultureWhy vertical mentorship isn't effectiveCharacteristics of successful horizontal mentorship relationshipsHow to find mentorship and get startedBe ok with rejection and go in with zero expectationsDon't be afraid to askCommunication barriers in organizations"D...
2020-04-08
42 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Breaking Through in a Tough Economy with Sarah Johnston
Topics CoveredSarah Johnston - LinkedIn Top Voice - Briefcase Coachwww.linkedin.com/in/sarahdjohnston/www.briefcasecoach.com/www.jobsearchsecretweapon.comWhat it's like to look for a job during a recessionHave hope, there is a light at the end of the tunnelNetworking is important during slower timesUpskilling to play the long-gameKeep your foot on the gasHow to stay positive and motivatedAccountability strategiesPotential opportunities/learnings coming from COVID-19The future of workWhy it's important to develop your own "voice" onlineHow to start putting yourself out thereTips for job searching"Do things the right and ethical way and you'll have...
2020-04-01
30 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Gap Years, Irrational Fears, and Purposeful Education with Jay Gosselin
Topics CoveredJay Gosselin - Character-based career and leadership facilitator and coachMentor U - https://www.mentoru.ca/Discover Year - https://www.discoveryear.ca/Ted Talk - Gap Year: A Path to Purposeful Education | Jay Gosselin | TEDxKanataJay's background, education, and career journeyHow getting fired lead to working at the OlympicsThe key things employers are looking forGathering skills and pursuing interests to uncover his missionHumility taught him how to learn and deliver education in a new wayWhy Discover Year is unique - one year career and leadership development certificateHow vulnerability and honesty creates a supportive environmentIrrational fears about tak...
2020-03-25
42 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Adjusting to Remote Work
Topics CoveredHave a strategy for working remotelyPhysical and mental separation of your work and your spaceEpisode 8: Creating an Environment for Success Pt 1 https://www.careerbuilderspodcast.com/episodes/creating-an-environment-for-success-pt-1Episode 9: Creating an Environment for Success Pt 2 https://www.careerbuilderspodcast.com/episodes/creating-an-environment-for-success-pt-2Remember the benefits of remote workFind new opportunities for connecting with other peopleWhat are your priorities for the next few weeks?Take care of yourself, limit the news you're taking inConsider your circle of influenceLet the slow down in pace be a gift: use the time to develop skills or build a new futureIf you are ou...
2020-03-18
31 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Meet Lisa
Topics CoveredLisa Petkovsek - Career Transition Coachwww.careerbalancecoaching.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/lisaplain/Instagram: @CareerBalanceCoachMeet Mike Episode 7 - https://www.careerbuilderspodcast.com/episodes/meet-mike-birdFrom HR to Accounting to CoachingWhat caused her to question her work in the corporate worldOne of the reasons people stay in a job: Am I going to find people as good as this elsewhereHer strengths as a coachHow Introverts and Extroverts can balanceWorking with Lisa is like peeling back an onionMost people know what they need, but need to uncover and unlearnAt what point do people work with herLife as an introvertBook: Q...
2020-03-11
36 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Meet Lisa
Topics CoveredLisa Petkovsek - Career Transition Coachwww.careerbalancecoaching.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/lisaplain/Instagram: @CareerBalanceCoachMeet Mike Episode 7 - https://www.careerbuilderspodcast.com/episodes/meet-mike-birdFrom HR to Accounting to CoachingWhat caused her to question her work in the corporate worldOne of the reasons people stay in a job: Am I going to find people as good as this elsewhereHer strengths as a coachHow Introverts and Extroverts can balanceWorking with Lisa is like peeling back an onionMost people know what they need, but need to uncover and unlearnAt what point do people work with herLife as an introvertBook: Q...
2020-03-11
36 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Your Career's Mission, Vision, Objective, Strategy and Tactics with Jonathan Stark
Topics CoveredJonathan Stark - On a mission to rid the world of hourly billingwww.valuepricingbootcamp.comTwitter: @JonathanStarkFrom software developer to value based pricing entrepreneur, coach & authorHow value based pricing can help youDefining Mission, Vision, Objectives, Strategy, & TacticsMission and Vision are related and similar but different - long-termThe difference between objectives, strategy & tactics - short or mid-termYour objectives and strategy shouldn't change much, your tactics can change oftenUse your strategy as a compass for your tactic choicesThe Star Wars exampleCreating a mission and vision for your careerHow your values play into the conversationWhen looking for a company, find...
2020-03-04
44 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Remaining Human at Work with Joe Jacobi
Topics CoveredJoe Jacobi - Olympic Gold Medalist in white water canoeing & Performance Coachwww.joejacobi.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jacobijoe/How Joe went from CEO of USA Canoe Kayak to living in La Seu d'Urgell, SpainThe power of movement and nature in Joe's daily lifeGetting off the treadmill of lifeSmall changes become big changesSlowing down as a strategy for successBook: Peak Performance - Brad Stulberg & Steve MagnessStress + Rest = ImprovementHow to build more rest into your dayWhat good stress in a work environment looks likeTaking ownership of what you have control overDetach from the outcomeEvery finish line is...
2020-02-26
45 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
[Career Series]: The Business of Being Creative with Abdellah Rholem
Abdellah Rholem - Award winning designer and brand strategistLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/abdellahrholem/Creatives can struggle to grow their career from "making cool stuff" to "finding business solutions"What clients care aboutROIConnecting with the audienceIncreasing the number of ideal customersCreating brand ambassadors for their companyProtecting their imageHow to bridge the gap between companies and their audienceInformation for business owners: why your logo is not your brandA logo alone will not get you clients"If you put a mask on a plant, it doesn't become a human"Understanding communication styles - business people vs creativesThe special value of trust in...
2020-02-19
49 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Interviewing Like a Pro in Any Industry with Jacquie Grant
Topics CoveredJacqueline Grant - Interview Coachwww.jvgstrategies.com Instagram: @jvgstrategieshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jacquelinevictoriagrant/Jacqueline's background in HR & Recruiting and how it lead her to interview coachingWhy is interviewing so scary?Looking at the interview as a conversation can shift your mindsetHow you can be your authentic self in an interviewTalking about yourself - boasting vs showing your valueHow to prep for the interviewResearching the companyResearch the roleResearch the interviewersPrep your storiesHave questions preparedWhat are different ways you can prep your stories?Why concision is so importantShow leadership in the interviewWhen to talk about salaryCommon interviewing m...
2020-02-12
38 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Crafting a Killer Resume with Adrienne Tom
Topics CoveredAdrienne Tom - International Award Winning Resume Writerwww.Careerimpressions.caSocial: Facebook, Twitter Instagram: @career_impressionsLinkedIn: www.LinkedIn.com/in/adriennetomwww.JobSearchSecretWeapon.comAdrienne's path to career storytellingWhy are resumes important?A resume alone won't get you a job but is a useful toolThe importance of showing your personal value on your resumeThe challenges of writing a resumeResumes should be results focusedShould you be customizing your resume for each job?The recruiter is looking at your resume with the view "What's in it for me?"Quality vs Quantity in your job searchHow a bad resume can hurt youTips fo...
2020-02-05
42 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Overcoming Shiny Object Syndrome with Michael Kravshik
Topics CoveredMichael Kravshik - Founder of Luminari & LumiQLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/michaelkravshik/Email: Michael@Luminari.coLumiQ: www.Lumiqcpd.comLuminari: www.luminari.ai/How cookies can help you grow your businessWhat is shiny object syndrome?Is a beer tap in the office or certain title going to make you happy?Unlimited vacation is a trapHow to figure out if you're going through shiny object syndromeDecide what you're trying to optimize for in your job searchThe difference between industry and functionYou can find your industry niche once you're really good at the function you enjoySatisfaction is more important...
2020-01-29
45 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
[Career Series] Freelancing Fearlessly with Mike Volkin
Topics CoveredMike Volkin - King of FreelancingMike Volkin - Entrepreneur CoachFreelancer MasterclassYouTube & Facebook: Freelancer MasterclassFrom corporate to military to entrepreneurHow has a military background shaped him as an entrepreneurDefinition of freelancingOvercoming fear & imposter syndrome to become a freelancerChallenges that freelancers faceA different way to look at job securityThe qualities of a freelancer.Is there a difference between being a freelancer or an entrepreneur?Benefits of freelancingThe importance of templatingPricing your servicesNeuromarketing for your businessMarketing trends for 2020Steps to get your first client as a freelancerCreate a profile on upwork.com, freelancer.com, fiverr.comGet inspiration from othersLinkedInHow...
2020-01-22
32 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
[Career Series] Freelancing Fearlessly with Mike Volkin
Topics CoveredMike Volkin - King of FreelancingMike Volkin - Entrepreneur CoachFreelancer MasterclassYouTube & Facebook: Freelancer MasterclassFrom corporate to military to entrepreneurHow has a military background shaped him as an entrepreneurDefinition of freelancingOvercoming fear & imposter syndrome to become a freelancerChallenges that freelancers faceA different way to look at job securityThe qualities of a freelancer.Is there a difference between being a freelancer or an entrepreneur?Benefits of freelancingThe importance of templatingPricing your servicesNeuromarketing for your businessMarketing trends for 2020Steps to get your first client as a freelancerCreate a profile on upwork.com, freelancer.com, fiverr.comGet inspiration from othersLinkedInHow...
2020-01-22
32 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
5 Promotions in 5 Years with Samantha Kris
Topics CoveredSamantha Kris - International Success Coach, Best selling author, award winning speakerhttp://www.samanthakris.com/Bossing Up community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/bossingup/365 Days of Clarity - Follow #365DaysofClarity on Instagram, Facebook & LinkedIn5 promotions in 5 years, aka how to be a high performerFrom addictions counsellor to wedding planning to corporate professionalWhen our identity is tied to our career it can be difficult to make a changeIt's ok not to know where you're headed or to change your mindIt is possible to move that quickly, but be careful with expectationsSamantha the courage to put her n...
2020-01-15
39 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
How Humility Helps You Get Ahead
Topics Covered"Learning starts with humility" Ask yourself: Am I as good today as I'm ever going to be in my lifetime?Keeping your humble edgeConfidence vs. arrogance Humility can help you:Create new connectionsBuild trustOpen up to new experiencesFind mentorshipServe othersIs there a lack of humility in society today?Book: Building a Storybrand - Donald MillerBook: The Dip - Seth GodinHow humility can help you be more resilientExpect the dip, you will have valleys in your successPush through discomfort to get to the rewards"Self-Mastery occurs when the ego is transcended" - iPEC, Bruce Schneider https://www.ipe...
2020-01-08
28 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Planning Your Job Search
Topics CoveredHappy New Year!Job search can take longer than expectedDon't put a lot of extra pressure on yourself because of 2020Career planning exerciseWhat do you want out of this year?12 months from now6 months from now1 month from nowTomorrowBreak your goals into smaller tasksWrite out your task list as a productive activityBe realistic about what you can get doneBuild trust with yourselfWhy are these goals important to you?Motivation vs disciplineFigure out what is going to make you happy5 years from now, if you continue down this path are you going to be happy?Update your...
2020-01-01
26 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
[Career Series] Consulting - Molding Your Career to Match Your Strengths with Rochelle Moulton
Topics CoveredRochelle Moulton - Brand Strategist & Consulting Coachhttps://rochellemoulton.com/Business of Authority Podcast - https://rochellemoulton.com/podcast/ Twitter: @ConsultingChickWhat is consulting?Strategy + executionTransformation for a clientYou're designing the process and running itDeveloping Expertise into AuthorityRochelle's career journey3 paths to consultingTypical consultant qualitiesShould consulting skills be taught in schoolGoing from big firm consultant to entrepreneurMatching your career to your skills or your skills to your careerHow much of a buffer should you have to go out on your own?Diversify your income streamsHow personal insight can help you grow your businessThe best and worst part of w...
2019-12-18
43 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
How Your Family Can Help Build Your Career
Topics CoveredLoved ones can have a big impact on your careerHolidays are a great time to tap into your friend and family networksFamily doesn't have to be biologicalHow your family can impact your career:SupportSounding BoardAdviceBelief in who you arePart of your networkInfluences decisions/comfort levelThe dark side of family support"Peer pressure when it's coming from your family can be turbo charged"Career paths don't pass down through your genesFinding support outside of your familyRegardless of who is supporting you, surrounding yourself with support is the key to taking the path into the unknownWho can you...
2019-12-11
26 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Unlocking the Power of LinkedIn with Janice Porter
Topics CoveredJanice Porter - Business Coach helping clients leverage the power of LinkedIn2 part Webinar on Dec 9th & Dec 16th: Maximize LinkedIn -https://jplidecember2019registerhere.eventbrite.caPodcast: The Relationships Rule Podcastwww.Janiceporter.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/janiceporter/Janice's career journey from Elementary School Teacher to Corporate Trainer to Business Coach"It's all about people, it's all about networking, and it's all about caring about the people you're networking with".Understanding LinkedIn as a platform: goals, audience, purposeStats about who is on LinkedInFind more decision makers on LinkedInWhat makes a LinkedIn profile stand out?Big mistakes people...
2019-12-04
44 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Creating an Environment for Success, Pt. 2
Topics CoveredWelcome to Part 2 of creating an environment for successListen to Episode 8 to hear part 1Put first things first - The prioritization quadrant (Stephen Covey - 7 Habits of Highly Effective People - Habit #3 https://www.franklincovey.com/the-7-habits.htmlTake control of your time by identifying Important vs Urgent TasksYour physical environmentChoose an environment that fits your needsMake small adaptations to fit your environment to youShifting your perspective to bring positivity into your environmentSelf-awareness and self-evaluation for successContinuous learning - upgrade your skills"One of the best parts of being an adult in the workforce is being ab...
2019-11-27
34 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Creating an Environment for Success, Pt. 1
Topics CoveredWhat does a supportive environment look like? It is unique to each person.Building relationships for success: Mentorships, manager, friends, family membersHow having a work best friend can help you succeed www.gallup.com/workplace/236213/why-need-best-friends-work.aspxThe social element of workBeing really good at your current job is a strategy for future successFind a role model who has the skills you wantCommunication and vulnerability for successAsking for helpAsking questions and genuine curiosity shows presenceHigh functioning teams are able to have differing opinionsLead fearlessly, be bold, regardless of your positionSet agreements or intentionsThe skill of "managing up"...
2019-11-20
33 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Meet Mike
Topics CoveredMike BirdWebsite: www.coachoiseau.com/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/birdmike/Social Media: CoachoiseauMike's birthday wish (Happy Birthday Mike!!)Who is Mike Bird?His journey from a doctor path to the coaching pathHow he juggles a 9-5 and entrepreneurshipDefining Leadership "Leadership allows people to change the world"Coaching football vs life coachingWhy should you hire Mike?How a lack of self-awareness held him back in his careerCurrent risk is staying where he is for too longMike's role models:Chris Do - thefutur.com/team/chris-doOther entrepreneursWhat is a survivor mindset? Never quit on yourselfWhat you might...
2019-11-13
48 min
The Career Builder's Podcast
Meet Mike
Topics CoveredMike BirdWebsite: www.coachoiseau.com/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/birdmike/Social Media: CoachoiseauMike's birthday wish (Happy Birthday Mike!!)Who is Mike Bird?His journey from a doctor path to the coaching pathHow he juggles a 9-5 and entrepreneurshipDefining Leadership "Leadership allows people to change the world"Coaching football vs life coachingWhy should you hire Mike?How a lack of self-awareness held him back in his careerCurrent risk is staying where he is for too longMike's role models:Chris Do - thefutur.com/team/chris-doOther entrepreneursWhat is a survivor mindset? Never quit on yourselfWhat you might...
2019-11-13
48 min