Your name isn't complicated. Our laziness is.   Reality check:   → 74% of workers struggle with pronunciations → 44% face it in interviews → 41% endure it in client meetings   Let me break this down   → L.O.R.E.N. (Not Lauren, not Laryn) → G.R.E.I.F.F. (Gryfe rhymes with life) → Michelle? No problem. Funny how that works.   Here's what we're really talking about:   → When you mangle someone's name, → You're not just fumbling syllables. → You're choosing convenience over respect.   The fix...

Trust isn't built overnight.  It's built one small action at a time.  But you can't control whether people trust you.    You can only control your actions, your follow-through,  and your willingness to take responsibility.   This week our guest is LinkedIn Top Voice Shane Hatton,  Best-selling author of two books:   > "Lead The Room – Communicate a Message That Counts in Moments That Matter" and  > "Let's Talk Culture – The Conversations You Need to Create the Team You Want."    And...

We’re going there.  Full on, spiritual   WHY?  Because it’s what most of us in times of uncertainty miss.  Especially now Especially in your job search.    Don’t waste the value of uncertainty Instead listen to this episode as:   Dr. John Page unpacks the intersection of faith and career uncertainty.    4 insights you don’t want to miss;    The Certainty Paradox January won't magically be better than December.  The only certainty?  Nothing’s certain.    Your Exit Signal When your values clash...

You want more power.  But, here's what you're missing   Power isn’t earned respect  Power doesn’t mean value either. This week's conversation with Allison Fragale, best-selling author of Likeable Badass: How Women Get The Success They Deserve, reveals three game-changing insights about power, status, and success. The Power Trap  > Power without status is like having keys to a room nobody wants to enter.  > Think about it,  when did you ever enthusiastically follow someone because of...

Here's something no one told you in business school: Your greatest asset isn't your MBA, your network, or your experience.   It's your weirdness.   Not the corny coffee-mug kind.  The WYRD kind. (That's the original spelling, by the way.)   WYRD: The power to control or influence fate and destiny.   Turns out our ancestors knew something we've forgotten.  That thing that makes you different?  It's not a bug.    It's your operating system.   Frankie Russo learned this the expensive...

In the high-stakes game of executive job hunting, you're probably obsessing over your network, your resume, your interview techniques. But here's the thing:  While everyone else is playing the same old notes, there's an untapped advantage sitting right in front of you. Writing. Not just any writing  > The kind that makes people stop scrolling.  > The kind that turns strangers into allies.  > The kind that opens doors before you even knock.   Adam Knorr, the wizard behind some of...

Here’s the pickle:   Experience, wisdom, and broader perspectives add tremendous value, but quantifying this without relying on age alone IS tricky.    That’s why in Part 2 of The Universal Ism, Ageism I Dealing With It In Your Career we’re focusing on how to leverage your experience without having it become a liability.    Maureen Clough of "It Gets Late Early" is back and she's not pulling any punches.   Why should you listen?   Your change starts within. Flip your mental script on...

It’s unavoidable, and it’s happening right now. You’re aging.    But no matter what age you are something is going on.    In your 20’s or 30’s you’ll experience youngerism In your 30’s or 40’s, it’s middle-ageism Over 40? straight up ageism   And, then there’s “lookism” and “genderism” especially for women.    This week my favorite AGE gal pal Maureen Clough, the host of the incredible podcast “It Gets Late Early”.    She rips the bandaid off tech’s dirty little secrets but ageism doesn’t...

Roughly 28% of Americans have laid off in the last two years.    The repercussions – no one needs to tell you.    Whether it’s the first time it’s ever happened to you Didn’t see it coming  Or suspect ageism caused it   You need a way and place to deal with it to heal from it.    To go from “what if” to “imagine if”  To allow for redirection out of the ashes of resignation. And get real and vulnerable to rebuild and recover the identity you had.    Laura Krauss, also known as “layoff Laura”...

Ever found yourself in the heart-wrenching reality of change?    > Your nakedness can feel even more naked (especially in private)  > You feel lost in the storm of the unknown > You’re confronted with peeling back the layers but, what’s underneath?    Change is complex   > So where can you start unraveling so you can rise?  > How can you get grounded in turbulent times?  > How can you extract the insights while managing all the emotions?   Start right here.    This week...

Legends are people like you and me who ask themselves:    What was this all for?  Am I living up to my  fullest potential  What is the story I want to tell    What do I want to leave behind?   Our week’s guest is Howie Chan. He’s on a quest for legendary, building legendary brands. In this episode you’ll find out:   The pillars of becoming a legend (ice baths not included)  How to reframe self-promotion so both you and others can benefit The power behind the Be, Do, Have Philosophy And how...

What if the path to your best self doesn't run to a bar, but away from it?  > What if sobriety isn't about what you lose, but about what you gain?  > What if it delivered clarity, health, and a renewed sense of self? > What if you’re functioning well on the surface but feel the weight of alcohol pulling you down?    Welcome to a pivotal “sober curious” conversation in this week’s episode.   Find out:   > Why 30% of Americans have chosen to stop drinking > Who is leading this...

You’ve been noticing that your job search is taking forever Your career is moving in slow motion You’ve been waiting and waiting for the offer to come   Election years will do that   You want to get a handle on the red flags  If you’re better off seeking a full time or contract role?  And what your long  vs. short tenure can signal  It’s all here for you thanks to our guest Erica Reckcamp   Whether you’re in a search, expecting a promotion, raise or bonus Find out:    How this election year...

No one doesn’t have imposter syndrome.    The question is which one   There are 5 types (who knew)    I have them all but in varying degrees   This week we’re bringing back one of our  All time most listened to episodes with Jule Kim   Find out:    How Imposter Syndrome annoyingly explains away our success What are the 5 types of Imposter Syndrome How they present themselves on the surface How do they can sneak out unexpectedly Jule is an Imposter Syndrome expert she understands  from the...

It’s easy for executives to feel overwhelmed on LinkedIn   The platform is robust And drives far more impact than a parking spot for your resume   But before you throw your hands up Let’s focus on first things first   Our guest this week Jasmin Alic is living proof that great teachers Help others to get great   Who doesn’t want to know how he does it So you can too   Find out:    How to budget your time when time constrained on Linkedin  The three things you need to optimize your profile and...

The story you tell yourself   Is the #1 determinant of success.    This applies to everything Especially your job search   The internal narrative Can drive high performance   Or sabotaging our interactions   “Whatever problem you face in your career, or organization, you can solve it by looking at it as a storytelling problem”     Find out:   Why stories matter more when there’s uncertainty How to think like a storyteller How to test your story to get 90% of the room on your side in the first...

Ouchhh That’s the sound of your values being stepped on.    Your coworker threw you under the bus You’re stuck in fear You don’t have enough saved to tell your job to shove it    Why does this happen?    Short answer You don’t know your values.  You’re not living them   This week, Ricki Pasinelli, CEO Whisperer & Chief Growth Strategist Chief  blows the lid off of core values:   Find out:   Why your core values fuel your actions whether personal or professional What your first step are to...

There are two types of people:   Those who see personal investments as an expense, And those who understand it as a path to remarkable ROI   Most financial advisors tell you to put any extra cash into    Real estate The market  Investments   But that’s not what financial advisor, Mando Sallavanti suggests   “The first place that I tell people to consider is in the mirror, it's themselves” Find out: What Mando did when he made $360 in his first three months to invest in himself (and why you...

Are you looking to network or gain access to those with influence?   There IS a difference:    Networking: A coffee conversation, that can tip over to a transaction Strategic networking:  Intentional relationship building Access and influence: Fostered relationships earning you access and influence   No judgment, simply a distinction   Scott MacGregor is the master at building relationships to gain access and influence than  And in this week’s episode he share some of his best secrets   Find...

Everyone loves a great story   Stories make you memorable Stories help you engage where facts can’t   Stories are more powerful than glue in helping us bond, relate and align  [this is why they work like magic in your job search]    But, here’s the thing   Too many executives steer away from sharing their best stories Not because they don’t have them  Because they don’t how to share a vulnerable story without oversharing, or TMI That’s why this week guest Holly Crawshaw is here.    Find out...

Create Don’t Wait That’s the most notable difference with today’s executives in transition.    And to cut your time on the market.  While driving alignment  And earning more (for our clients, on average +40-70% more)    What do I mean when I say create,  don’t wait?    It’s all in this concise less than 15 minute (solo) episode   Find out:   How to avoid the black holes of the ATS What the key elements are to strategically network and drive referrals vs. network to drink coffee.  How to...

They say, what doesn’t kill you will make you stronger.  Few understand this the way our guest Kofi Douhadji does.    In his words:  “Resilience is just something you build up”   This applies to all of us –  in and outside of our careers –  especially in a job search.    In this episode Kofi shares his secrets to building resilience.    Find out how:    Curiosity and gratitude help overcome adversity.  See beyond the obvious Embracing fear and growth are necessary for success.  See beyond...

We forget or may not realize how strongly our workplace is a “determinant of our health”.    Regardless of the said culture or assumed fit  Workplaces are still a source of harassment, bullying, and depression.    So what does the buzzword of “culture fit” really mean?    Our guest this week, Dr. Colleen Saringer is an organizational health professional (not to be confused with HR)    For 25+ years she been advocating change through the lens of bettering the  organization from a health...

"We see on average 300,000 job changes every week."   Who can keep up with that?  No one.    Thankfully,  Live Data Technologies tracks job change data for over 90 million white-collar workers, giving real-time insights into hiring patterns and turnover rates.    This means job seekers can pinpoint who's hiring and stay ahead of industry trends.   You’ll find out what's shaking up with the evolving roles of go-to-market teams, pandemic-driven shifts in workforce models, and the AI/ML talent...