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It’s a lightbulb moment when your ideal career path presents itself (at last!). My former client, Nihal Kattar, shares his career story that began with doubt and worry and ended with a dream job as a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Coordinator at the Promedica Health...

In this episode of the CareerSequel podcast, guest Laurie Halter and I get real about the challenges of work-life balance. We discuss:Authenticity as your secret weaponNavigating your career through divorceThe gifts of being a single working parentStrategies for...

Today’s episode eliminates the stress and mystery from writing a cover letter. I answer the pressing question, “Do I HAVE to write one?” (Spoiler Alert: Yes, you (nearly always) do.)I give you my 3 rules for writing a winning cover letter and walk you through my cover...

Take a peek into the brain of a hiring manager. In this episode I reveal the 5 interview red flags that will eliminate a job candidate from the running. Get set: they’re not what you think they are. In fact, you’re likely going into an interview stressing about...

You've been waiting for this: my #1 episode in my "BEST OF 2022 SERIES" countdown, where I unveil the most downloaded, shared and discussed podcast episodes of the year!In my most listened to episode of 2022, coach Sari Kimbell and I discuss what it means to...

Join me for the third episode in my “BEST OF 2022” Series where I count down the most downloaded, shared and discussed episodes of the year.This episode is about a very twisty, curvy career path that ends in a dream job. It’s the story of my guest, Enith Williams,...

Join me for the second episode in my “BEST OF 2022” Series where I count down the most downloaded, shared and discussed episodes of the year.This week you meet Judith Gaton - a stylist, life coach, author and former lawyer. We discuss changing careers to pursue a...

Welcome to the first episode in my "BEST OF 2022" Series where I count down the most downloaded, shared and discussed episodes of the year. This week I introduce you to the person who personally demonstrated to me that you can step out of the workforce, take time off...

Join me in a special episode as I coach my coach! Listen in to my conversation with life and business coach, Dave Moreno. I unveil Dave’s Top 5 CliftonStrengths, shedding light on his unique talents that set him apart from others.Dave and I discuss the power of...

Want to peek behind the curtain at a real Strengths Coaching session? Join me as I walk life coach Kristi Falany through her CliftonStrengths results. I shed light on Kristi’s unique strengths - what makes her unique and how she can use her talents to maximize success...

In this episode, we’re going to dive into gratitude - talk about the science of it: Why it feels good, the neuroscience behind it, how we can create more of it and how we can use it.I want you to bring gratitude into your life - not only to improve your day and your...

Today’s episode is all about the career paths not taken, the decisions you make that steer you from one path to another - and how it all seems to work out.I’m honored to have my mentor, social psychologist Dr. Saul Kassin, join me on the podcast. Dr. Kassin is a...

In this episode, I talk with life and business coach Andra Erickson about assessing your career from a strategic vantage point: as the CEO. Andra shares strategies for adopting a CEO mindset to achieve vision, clarity, decision making skills and leadership practices...

Burnout plagues personal lives and derails careers. It impacts people at all levels of their career journey, regardless of age or their job tenure. Guest Pete Beskas, is a certified Life Coach who specializes in helping clients with burnout recovery and prevention....

This week’s episode offers an insider’s view of a career path that twisted, turned and defied the odds. A former Navy SEAL, JP Bolwahnn, is a certified life and fitness coach who helps his clients unlock the healthiest and most highly effective versions of...

This episode features special guest, Jeremy Schifeling, co-author of the fantastic book, “Linked: Conquer LinkedIn. Get Your Dream Job. Own Your Future.” A former education marketing leader at LinkedIn, Jeremy spills insider secrets to leveraging LinkedIn. We...

Join me for the finale of my 4-Part LinkedIn Profile Workshop. In this episode, I take the mystery out of writing your About Section - the part of your profile that lets your personality shine. I walk you through a framework so you can confidently script an About...

Join me for Part III of my 4-Part LinkedIn Profile Workshop. In this episode, I tell you everything you need to know to create a powerful Experience Section. I break down the process into simple, bite-sized steps that take the stress out of optimizing your LinkedIn...

Join me for Part II of my 4-Part LinkedIn Profile Workshop. In this episode, I tell you everything you need to know to optimize your LinkedIn Headline. I break down the process into bite-sized, manageable steps so you can take action to make your profile...

One of the greatest tools to develop your career is LinkedIn. As of today, LinkedIn has over 830 million users worldwide. It’s the ideal platform for sharing insight, connecting with recruiters and becoming a thought leader in your industry. I want to help you get in...

According to Mental Health America’s 2021 Mind the Workplace report, almost 83% of respondents felt emotionally drained from their work. 85% said that their job stress affected their mental health. Today’s episode addresses workplace stress and anxiety. We...

Today’s episode answers the often-asked question:  “What is the very best way to advance my career?”So I’ve challenged myself with distilling down my strategic career advice. In this episode, I share the 4 secrets of career success. I’m keeping this concise -...

This episode examines our career in the context of relationships. Life coach and “relationship guru” Melissa Caveney joins us to discuss:How our brain interprets emotionsHow our emotions impact relationships at workThe impact of remote work on our...

In this episode you’ll learn about what it means to find your purpose and how this fits into your career trajectory. Best of all, meet Sari Kimbell - she’s a Coach, the Founder of Sari Kimbell Coaching and the Creator of Food Business Success®Sari understands what...

This episode is about a very twisty, curvy career path that ends in a dream job. It’s the story of my guest, Enith Williams, with chapters that include moving back and forth between Jamaica and NYC. Working in both the nonprofit sector and on Wall Street. Enith threw...

There’s nothing like guilt to zap the thrill that should accompany your next career move.After searching and strategizing, you landed a job that will take you to the next level of your career. You’re elated! …for a while. Then the guilt begins to seeps in, clouding...

This episode details the inspirational story of my former client, Norma Mendelson. After over a decade of practicing law, Norma took a 20+ year career break that left her feeling professionally rudderless and unfulfilled. Norma’s career story took a turn as she...

Are you feeling unfulfilled in your career? Sometimes it’s difficult to discern whether you’re merely experiencing career “growing pains” or if it’s time to make a change. Today’s episode brings clarity to this issue. I review the 5 subtle signs that it’s time to...

Welcome to Part III of my “BEST OF” SERIES! For three weeks in a row I’m bringing back the most downloaded, shared and foundational podcast episodes. I hand-picked each one just for you. They’re episodes that are packed with so much value, you’re going to want to...

Welcome to Part II of my “BEST OF” SERIES! For three weeks in a row I’m bringing back the most downloaded, shared and foundational podcast episodes. I hand-picked each one just for you. They’re episodes that are packed with so much value, you’re going to want to...

Welcome to Part 1 of my “BEST OF” SERIES! For the next three weeks I will share three of the most downloaded, shared and foundational podcast episodes. I hand-picked each one just for you. They’re episodes that are packed with so much value, you’re going to want to...

Today’s episode is all about money: how it impacts your job search, your return-to-work decisions and your career trajectory. Joining me today is my favorite money expert, Jill Wright, aka “Jill the Money Coach”. Jill is a best-selling author, a certified life coach...

This value-packed episode features guest Kristin Graham, founder of Unlock, and an expert on optimizing productivity and performance. Kristin spent 20 years leading culture and communications at global companies (most recently at Amazon). She is a global speaker and...

So often when we’re looking for a job or beginning our next chapter, we put ourselves under the microscope and judge ourselves. We wonder who will hire us. We hope we’re talented enough; worthy enough. In this episode we flip the narrative and put you in the driver’s...

In this episode, Jill Griffin - fellow career strategist, executive coach and Gallup Certified Strengths Coach - and I discuss the top career trends of 2022. Jill brings a unique perspective and insight; her coaching, strategy and innovation has generated...

Imposter syndrome is the feeling that we haven’t earned our accomplishments or that our ideas and skills aren’t worthy of other’s attention. It comes with an unwarranted sense of insecurity and the feeling that you’re a fraud when - and here’s the key: when all...

In this episode, I take you on a Mythbuster Mission! We debunk the top 5 return to work myths that paralyze job seekers, preventing them from building confidence and moving their job search forward. You’re going to be shocked to learn that many of the things you’ve...

This week I introduce you to the person who personally demonstrated to me that you can step out of the workforce, take time off to stay home with your kids, return to school and build a successful career of your own: My mom!Mom discusses her experience: Leaving a job...

In this episode I share my favorite life coach strategies to help you make decisions. When you decide to become decisive, you open yourself up to growth, confidence and moving yourself forward so that you can achieve what you want in your career - and life.I discuss...

Judith Gaton is a stylist, life coach, author and former lawyer. Through her signature course, Style Masterclass, Judith teaches her clients that thought work is the key to a lasting makeover. She helps women see that when style and confidence are dialed in, they can...

This episode is all about getting through the most hated part of the job search: Finding out that we didn’t land the job - that it was offered to someone else. I take you through the 6 steps to take immediately after a rejection. These steps will help build yourself...

Informational interviews are game changing in the job search process - so why isn’t everyone doing them? In this episode I demystify informational interviews and describe how you can use them at various stages of your job search process. You learn my 6-step process...

This episode is all about something that flares up at nearly every phase of the job search process: Doubt. If you’ve taken a career break and are thinking of going back to work, doubt can stop you in your tracks. You wonder, “How am I going to go back to work?” “Who’s...

This episode is all about the simple secret to jumpstarting your career, your success and your life. It comes from one of my favorite books - one of the most inspirational books I’ve ever read -  “The Compound Effect” by Darren Hardy. The Compound Effect stems from...

What happens if you assess your options and find that the job you really want requires some extra education? Maybe you realize that you need a new degree to be eligible for the kind of work that you really want.In this episode I introduce Camille Roney, aka “The...

This episode is all about navigating the latest trend in the job search process: Virtual interviews.A recent poll of 1,100 employers revealed that 82% adopted virtual interviews because of the pandemic. Nearly all - 93% said that they expected to keep using virtual...

This episode is all about the part of the job search process that can paralyze even the most confident job seekers: Salary negotiation. Only 39% of job candidates negotiate their pay, despite the fact that over 70% of hiring managers expect a negotiation. Think of all...

When was the last time you were in the market for a job? If it has been a while, chances are the job search game has changed. In this episode I share 5 mistakes people make during their job search that makes them look - and feel - dated.Identifying these mistakes...

One of the biggest challenges a woman faces when she becomes a mom is deciding what to do about her professional aspirations and her need for childcare. This episode examines the “Mommy Wars” narrative that claims mothers who choose to return to work and mothers who...

Most job seekers underestimate their potential; they’re convinced that they lack the experience necessary to land meaningful work. Some concerns that arise during a job search include:“I’ve been out of work for too long!”“How do I even begin my job search if I have no...

This episode is all about the inner voice that keeps telling you you’re meant for something more. It begins as a whisper, but grows louder and more persistent. Your voice may be saying things like:“People are only seeing one side of me.”“I have so much more to...

Have you ever wondered what NOT to do in an interview?In this episode I’ve gathered stories from my own experiences and from those of my recruiter and HR friends to bring you the 10 biggest interview mistakes. By biggest, I mean the most common and most...

Have you ever felt “trapped” in a job you despised? Chances are that the industry, the company or the job itself was in conflict with one or more of your core values.When returning to work, it’s important to find a job that fits your life. To do this you must...

Are you a good mom?In this episode I welcome guest Jodi Schilling, Founder of The Good Mom Coaching Company and host of the critically acclaimed "The Good Mom Podcast". Jodi works with moms to help them develop strategies to maintain healthy family relationships and...

This episode is all about how the job you begin in 2022 can be even more fulfilling, more interesting and more meaningful than your previous career.Did you know that a smash hit movie sequel shares the same qualities as a successful career sequel? In this episode I...

This is the career countdown you’ve been waiting for all year!I combed through all episodes of “CareerSequel: The Return to Work Podcast” to bring you the Top 10 Best Pieces of Job Search Advice of the year - ranked! Be sure to take notes, save this podcast and share...

People are catching on to the value of a coach and the coaching industry is experiencing exponential growth. If you haven’t hired a coach yourself, you probably have friends who have used a coach to help them in some way. In fact, the coaching industry is one of the...

Join me for the very first CareerSequel Story interview!Jenny Barton discusses her return to  work journey and describes the challenges she overcame when she transitioned from lawyer to stay-at-home mom to her dream job with the National Alzhiemer's Association. 

You’ve gathered information on how to land a job you’ll love…so why is it that you’re not going out there and doing what you know you need to do? In this episode I explain the cognitive psychology behind the reason you’re not taking the actions required to find...

If you’re thinking of setting aside your career ambitions for the next month, DON’T! Did you know that the holiday season is actually the perfect time for your job search? In this episode, I   tell you all about how the holiday season can actually boost your career...

Your career break doesn’t typically make it onto the “thank you list” when we consider all the things that enrich our lives. This episode details how being thankful for your career break can pave the way to a flexible, meaningful work that fits your life. You’ll learn...

This episode is all about how to find yourself after your career break. Specifically, you need to reconnect with your professional self if you want to land a job that plays to your strengths, fits your life and pays you what you deserve. I discuss the 4 secrets to...

In this episode I discuss why it's never too late to begin a new career. I review - and debunk - 4 myths about going back to work after a long break.By the end of this podcast, you’ll realize that you can absolutely go back to work at any age and have a fantastic...

In this episode I explain why you've been feeling so awful about networking. The bottom line: You're doing it the OLD way. It's time to learn everything you need to know about the NEW networking - it's a kind of networking that actually feels...

This episode provides everything you need to go out there and ace your interview. The process will be demystified and you'll feel calm & confident when you interview. This episode reviews how to ace your interview in 5 simple steps.By the end of this...

In this episode, I’m going to calm your fears and get you on track to writing a resume that will showcase your skills, get into the hands of a hiring manager and ensure that you are seen!I’ll discuss 4 strategies to create a winning resume. In the process, this...

This episode is about my favorite social media platform, LinkedIn, and how you can use it to change your life. If you’re serious about finding a job that taps your talents, if you want to discover opportunities that you hadn’t even considered and if you want a higher...

This episode is all about how to identify your "superpowers": Your strengths. Your job search becomes so much easier when you understand your strengths: You start looking for job opportunities that play to your talentsYou are guided towards a fulfilling career pathYou...

Has your confidence been shaken since you took a career break? You’re not alone - lack of confidence is the biggest obstacle to those re-entering the workforce. In this episode you’ll learn 3 secrets to restoring your confidence so you can jumpstart your job search...

Do you worry your career break will prevent you from finding a great job? In this episode I challenge this notion and discuss how you can use your break to your advantage. I’ll talk about 3 ways your career break can be the catalyst to finding flexible, meaningful...

This episode welcomes you to CareerSequel - The Return to Work Podcast and gives you a sneak peek at the topics to be discussed in upcoming weeks. Every episode will include tips, insight and actionable strategies to help you bridge your career gap and find flexible,...