Here’s a hard truth about life: nobody cares about your career more than you. And that’s precisely why we’re learning how to take control of our careers with Erika Ayers Badan, the CEO of Food 52 and author of Nobody Cares About Your Career. You’ll learn:How your career vision guides your workThe most important “soft” skill that leads to successHow to know what your company is paying you to doDaily rituals Erika uses for career progress Show Notes Weekly Newsletter Sign-Up:...

Improve your management skills to get things done and bring out the best in your team, whether you’re an aspiring, new, or seasoned leader with Career Contessa Coach Marnie Lemonik. You’ll learn:How to default to transparent communicationHow to lead as a coach—not the star athleteTips for asking questions and being a great listener Show Notes Weekly Newsletter Sign-Up: http://bit.ly/37hqtQW Follow Career Contessa: http://bit.ly/2TMH2QP   Book a session with Marnie:...

It’s time to work with your brain and not against it to be more efficient. Most office workers are expected to operate with industrial-era efficiency. Yet, the work that matters most in our technology-dominated workplace – generating brilliant ideas, solving complex problems and learning – can’t be manufactured like outputs on an assembly line.  Neuroscientist and author of Hperefficent: Optimize Your Brain to Transform the Way You Work, Dr. Mithu Storoni, challenges conventional work...

How do you cope when you’re not where you expected your career to be? From unemployed to underemployed, more Americans are experiencing unexpected changes to their career paths and we’re having trouble navigating through it. Career Contessa career coach Jennifer Duggan will share:Why you’re not alone in feeling lost in this job marketCoping strategies if you’re underemployed or unemployed to move forwardHer #1 confidence tip that anyone can try today Show Notes Weekly Newsletter Sign-Up:...

We’re kicking off a new monthly series where we bring you 3 tangible tips you can implement into your career today. Lauren is joined by Career Contessa Coach, Marnie Lemonik, to share interview prep tips. You’ll learn:The most common mistake with interview prepHow to frame your career journeyTips for storytelling without rambling How to shift your mindset for your next interview Show Notes Weekly Newsletter Sign-Up: http://bit.ly/37hqtQW Follow Career Contessa:...

Did you know working mothers are twice as likely than working fathers to manage the household and 3x more likely to manage the invisible labor like scheduling, appointments, ensuring emotional well-being, etc. All of this creates a tremendous mental load for working mothers! This is why Kelly Hubbell launched Sage Haus to help moms learn how to outsource and reclaim their time (and sanity) back! You’ll learnA unique approach to house systems and managing the mental loadTips for how to hire a...

Learn how to effectively discuss mental health in the workplace for both supporters and individuals sharing their experiences from Organizational Psychologist & Author of "Yes, You Can Talk About Mental Health at Work," Melissa Doman. You’ll learn:Why mental health conversations deserve a spot at workRealistic strategies for preparing for your mental health conversationsHelpful ways supporters can respond and take actionTeam rituals to maintain a mentally healthy team Show Notes Weekly...

Lauren’s back in the interviewee seat as career coach Marnie Lemonik chats with Lauren about how her transition from full-time entrepreneurship to working in content marketing at Atlassian is going. You’ll learn:How to set boundaries at a new jobHow to navigate your first 90 days in a new roleTips for building confidence when you’re newHow to stay present at work This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Visit better help.com/CONTESSA today to get 10% off your first month. Visit...

Being uncertain is usually viewed as a flaw. But in Maggie Jackson’s new book, Uncertain: The Wisdom and Wonder of Being Unsure, she’s sharing why and how you can turn your uncertainty into a competitive advantage. You’ll learn:The two types of uncertaintyHow to identify fear vs. uncertaintyWhy using words like “maybe” can make you a better leaderTangible ways to build your tolerance for uncertainty Show Notes Weekly Newsletter Sign-Up: http://bit.ly/37hqtQW Follow Career Contessa:...

We live in a work era that author and workplace expert Brigid Schulte calls a “quality of life” crisis. This full-system failure in our structure of work affects everything. We’ll discuss solutions and the research from Brigid’s new book Over Work: Transforming the Daily Grind in The Quest for a Better Life. You’ll learn:What’s causing this full-system failure, The impact of putting humans first in how work is conceivedThe three things all people need for “good work.” Show Notes Weekly...

Did you know meetings are ineffective 72% of the time? Let’s change that by learning how to run better meetings with The Modern Manager creator, Mamie Kanfer Stewart. We’ll discuss:How to decide when you need to host a meeting vs. use async communication methodsHow to design and facilitate a great meeting agendaHow to end a meeting so it maximizes clarity and moves work forward Show Notes Weekly Newsletter Sign-Up: http://bit.ly/37hqtQW Follow Career Contessa: http://bit.ly/2TMH2QP...

It might be time for a career wellness plan if you feel unaligned with your career. This is the process of building a meaningful career that fits who you are. Danielle De La Mare is a career wellness coach and a recovering university professor who will discuss:How to find your work rhythmTips for building a healthy relationship with yourselfThe powerful impact a daily check-in can make Sponsors: This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at...

So many emotions and workplace constraints feed into the big decision of whether to take a career break. The reality is that there can be tremendous value in taking a career break, whether it’s one you plan for or one that happens to you unexpectedly. It’s how you manage it that matters. Author and founder of Après Group, Stacey Delo, will teach us:How to set career break boundariesSteps to take that can help ease the identity crisisHow to get your network warm through your career break See...

We know how important it is to be adaptable at work, but when does that adaptability turn into a blatant bait-and-switch with your job? Or how do you ensure when you’re interviewing for a new role, things don’t change once you start?! Career Coach McKay Roozen is here to share:The types of bait-and-switch roles to watch out forWhy this happens + tips to manage the responsibilities of your jobA  unique take on dynamic confidence Show Notes Weekly Newsletter Sign-Up: http://bit.ly/37hqtQW...

Do you ever feel invisible at work? Like you need to change who you are to get heard?!  Emmy-winning journalist turned communications expert, and author Jessica Chen is empowering those raised with quiet culture traits on how to get noticed at work for all the right reasons. You’ll learn: How to control your career brandWhy you need to “ACCT” to advocate at workA  framework for saying “no”Four cultural reframes to help you successfully self-reflect at work  Show Notes Weekly Newsletter...

We’re debunking the myth around job security and sharing how you can create it in 2024—and beyond with career coach, Anemari Fiser. You’ll learn:Why the old advice around job security doesn’t work anymore A 3-step strategy for building your own job securityHow to test your “value” on the job market Show Notes Weekly Newsletter Sign-Up: http://bit.ly/37hqtQW Follow Career Contessa: http://bit.ly/2TMH2QP  Lauren LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenmcgoodwin/ The Successful...

The Job Doctor, Tessa White, is here to share advice on how to feel less frustrated at work. You’ll learn:The career truths that keep people stuckThe one skill to cultivate that will make your boss want 10 of youHow career “red zones” are the best tool for career success Show Notes Weekly Newsletter Sign-Up: http://bit.ly/37hqtQW Follow Career Contessa: http://bit.ly/2TMH2QP   Guest Resources: Tessa White Website: https://thejobdoctor.com/ Free resources:...

How do you find a new job in 2024? What’ a job search strategy? How do you deal with rejection? These are just some of the questions Lauren’s sharing in the behind-the-scenes details of her recent job search with Career Contessa coach, Marnie Lemonik. You’ll learn:How to figure out your next career move so you can apply for jobsTips for building a job search strategy + the exact tools Lauren used Show Notes Weekly Newsletter Sign-Up: http://bit.ly/37hqtQW Follow Career Contessa:...

Sex therapist Emily Nagoski didn’t set out to be a stress specialist. But it turns out, stress is affecting peoples’ sex lives, big time. After helping her sister Amelia through two life-threatening burnout episodes, the two got together to write a book about the science of burnout. For them, the journey to understanding their own stress became a deeper quest for sisterhood and meaning. Emily talks about:Completing the stress cycleThe problem with self-careConnections between stress, sleep,...

Navigating pregnancy while working can be a push and pull between a desire for privacy and the need for support. That’s why I invited Carry Strong author Stephanie Kramer to the show. Stephanie flips the script to transform your pregnancy years at work into an opportunity to embrace with confidence. We’ll discuss:Essential principles to embrace during each pregnancy phaseHow to communicate to your boss you’re pregantAdvice for talking about pregnancy in a job searchHow to navigate  the...

Boston Globe journalist Shirley Leung is here to help us beat burnout and explore how the pandemic has changed our relationship with stress. You’ll learn:What’s causing our stress paradox The relationship between stress and workPractical tips to beat burnout from a variety of expertsWhy the future of work isn’t a one-size-fits-all schedule Show Notes Weekly Newsletter Sign-Up: http://bit.ly/37hqtQW Follow Career Contessa: http://bit.ly/2TMH2QP  The No Club:...

Management is hard. And managing across generations can feel even more challenging. Still, despite what the internet memes will teach you, millennials and Gen Zers can be a match made in workplace collaboration heaven—if you know how to do it. Career Contessa coach Dr. Ciera Graham will teach us:Who is Gen Z and their impact on the workplaceA 5-step guide for managing Gen ZTips for millennial managers to run more engaging 1:1 meetings Show Notes Weekly Newsletter Sign-Up:...

On today’s solo episode, Lauren’s sharing some personal news about her next career chapter, what it means for Carer Contessa, and an exciting change for the podcast! Show Notes Weekly Newsletter Sign-Up: http://bit.ly/37hqtQW Follow Career Contessa: http://bit.ly/2TMH2QP   Guest Resources: Lauren McGoodwin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenmcgoodwin/ Career Contessa Resources: Book 1:1 career coaching session: https://www.careercontessa.com/hire-a-mentor/ Take an...

Only 23% of Americans report being satisfied with their careers, according to a recent Gallup survey. That leaves many people unhappy and in pursuit of something more meaningful. Andy Levine, host of Second Act Stories, studies people who start their careers over. He’ll teach you:The art of the second actThe difference between planners and leapers in a second actWhy money is not a substitute for purposeWhere to look for inspiration for your second act careerShow Notes Weekly Newsletter...