Career Bitches

Career Bitches: Targeting Barriers In this episode Marcelle and Ann talk about the Georgetown Pivot Program and some common barriers for job seekers: Highlights: Ageism and over qualification Network limitations Searching alone without community support Can't get enough of the bitches? Read more about co-hosts Marcelle and Ann at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Career Valet⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Career Bitches: Radical Sabbatical In this episode Marcelle and Ann welcome idea coach and strategy consultant Rachel Moore to talk about burnout and the outrageous idea of taking a break. Some highlights: Reframe the idea of taking a break Power of a supportive work environment We are the problems solvers of today's problems You can learn more about Rachel at her LinkedIn page. Can't get...

Career Bitches: Vintage Job Search In this episode Marcelle and Ann talk about old tech, new tech, and the OG way to job search: Some highlights: How do we navigate a hiring process that seems broken Showing up is radical Everything comes back to interpersonal communication skills and connecting with other humans Can't get enough of the bitches? Read more about co-hosts Marcelle and Ann at ⁠⁠⁠...

Career Bitches: Resume Breakdown In this episode Marcelle and Ann take a close look at widely available resume templates online and tell you exactly why they suck. Some highlights: Professional/executive summary is a great place to use key terms from the job description and make you stand out Use white space ... but not too much Your resume is a curated snapshot, not a comprehensive list of accomp...

Career Bitches: House Hunting for Jobs In this episode Marcelle and Ann welcome guest Elizabeth Cook to kick off season 8! Some highlights: Understand timeline to find a new job and manage the misery Review your options based on what's actually possible Get to clarity about what you really want before starting the search process You can connect with Elizabeth on LinkedIn. Can't get enough...

Career Bitches: Just Keep Dancing In this episode Marcelle and Ann wrap up season seven with a review of the year and good conversation. Some highlights: Networking is hard right now because everyone is tired There is a renewed interest in tactile activities and personal connection - we need things to feel real Keep moving forward into 2026, and please keep dancing! We love you! Can't get enou...

Career Bitches: Girl Boss (for real) In this episode Marcelle welcomes CEO and Owner at Bach Babes, Mallory Strange to the show. Some highlights: Don't fear the side hustle There is opportunity after the closed door Live the big life you were meant for You can learn more at Mallory at her LinkedIn page. Can't get enough of the bitches? Read more about co-hosts Marcelle and Ann at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Career Bitches: Grieving a Layoff In this episode Marcelle and Ann welcome author of "The Layoff Journey" Steve Jaffe to the show. Some highlights: You are not defined by your job or your title Grieving a layoff is a normal response - give yourself time to process Celebrate the small wins and look ahead to what's next You can learn more about Steve ⁠ at his LinkedIn page. Check out h...

Career Bitches: HR for Humans 71 In this episode Marcelle and Ann welcome workplace transformation strategist Mika Cross to the show. Some highlights: Working for yourself is awesome Showing up for each other in the workplace matters Organizations should focus on the "business" side of health and wellbeing - burnout impacts your bottom line You can ⁠ learn more about Mika at her LinkedIn...

Career Bitches: Rethink Your Career In this episode Marcelle and Ann talk about outside the box career paths. Some highlights: Libraries are magical Pathways to midwifery ... and the Rockettes Marcelle needs a DJ name! Read more about co-hosts Marcelle and Ann at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Career Valet⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , and explore available career and resume services.

Career Bitches: Turning Passion Into Career 69 In this episode Marcelle and Ann welcome restaurant consultant and former Foreign Service brat Martha Lucius to the show. Some highlights: Food informs culture Resume writing really does suck Volunteering is a great way to network AND contribute to your resume You can learn more about Martha⁠ at her LinkedIn page. Can't get enough of the bitches?...

Career Bitches: Choose to Change the World Episode 68 In this episode Marcelle and Ann welcome former head of global operations for the Peace Corps, award-wining CEO, and executive coach Scott Beale to the show. Some highlights: The fall of international development and how to pivot Learning other ways to make a difference Who you are is more important than what you do You can learn more about Sco...

Career Bitches: Presentations for Humans Episode 67 In this episode Marcelle and Ann welcome communications expert and CEO of Portico Meghan Dotter to the show. Some highlights: Presentations should be effective, not thorough Invest in relationships It's okay if meetings get a little messy You can learn more about Meghan at her LinkedIn page, and buy her book The Reluctant Presenter on Amazon....

Career Bitches: You Can Be a Bitch, Too In episode 66, Marcelle and Ann welcome guest Vanessa Correa, a VP of marketing and all around QUEEN. Some highlights: Perimenopause sucks Anxiety is not a tool Understand your own legacy You can check out Vanessa's LinkedIn to read more about her awesomeness. Can't get enough of the bitches? Discover more about co-hosts Marcelle and Ann at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Career Bitches: Gossip Girls Episode 65 It's season 7! Marcelle and Ann catch up and let you in on all the things happening in their lives. Some highlights: Gen Z slang Life is hard right now Love is good always Can't get enough of the bitches? Read more about co-hosts Marcelle and Ann at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Career Valet⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , and learn about availab...

Career Bitches: The Art of Storytelling Episode 63 In the final episode of season six, Marcelle and Ann welcome artist (writer! interior designer! creator!) Emily Walker to the show. Some highlights: Turning pain into art by writing through it Connect with your readers by being vulnerable Why didn't the COVID lockdown produce more pandemic art?? Connect with Emily on LinkedIn and learn more ab...

Career Bitches: Flip the Script Episode 63 In episode 63, Marcelle and Ann welcome the lead public affairs specialist at the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), Jenny Montooth, to the show. Some highlights: Administrative leave months after getting her dream job How to build a business from a great idea Don't wait to do the work you love Connect with Jenny on LinkedIn and learn m...

Season 6 Episode 62 | Interview Like a Human Weekly Bitch: So you want to be a cinematographer ... In episode 62, Marcelle and Ann welcome talent acquisition and HR professional Beth Yoder to the show. Some highlights: Interviews are conversations Please, send the "thank you" email! The STAR method will level up your interviewing skills Connect with Beth on LinkedIn and start expanding your networ...

Season 6 Episode 61 | Unleash Curiosity Weekly Bitch: Phone audio on speaker In episode 61, Marcelle and Ann welcome career guru Marykate Conroy from the University of Maryland Baltimore County 's Career Center. Some highlights: Start from where you are How to gain adaptable skills for the future job market Random human interactions make the magic happen Connect with Marykate on LinkedIn, and list...

Season 6 Episode 60 | Tell Your Story Weekly Bitch: Virtual Meeting Etiquette In episode 60, Marcelle and Ann chat with tech executive and author Christina Van Houten about how to tell your personal story. Some highlights: Saying yes to opportunities Getting meta about semicolons How to find your version of storytelling You can read more about Christina's journey and purchase her books at her webs...

Season 6 Episode 59 | When to Leave Weekly Bitch: Ooops! We forgot! In episode 59, Marcelle and Ann chat with Ben Fowle , who spent 20 years in national security before making the decision to leave for the private sector. Some highlights: Introspection is an art, not a science Understanding what it means to be true to self Value of radical transparency in the job search process Get more great insi...

Season 6 Episode 58 | Zone of Genius Weekly Bitch: We're in a state of emergency In episode 58, Marcelle welcomes career and marketing coach Amel Derragui to the show. Some highlights: The world is in a state of flux; don't panic! Crisis can produce opportunity Find your "zone of genius" Can't get enough of the bitches? Read more about co-hosts Marcelle and Ann at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Career V...

Season 6 Episode 57 | Radical Self Love Weekly Bitch: Good Hair Help Desk In episode 57, Marcelle and Ann welcome career development leader Marianne Matarese to the show. Some highlights: Power of connection Reflect on the world you want Join Marianne's networking group on LinkedIn! Can't get enough of the bitches? Read more about co-hosts Marcelle and Ann at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Career...

Season 6 Episode 56 | Overworked Weekly Bitch: Oops! We forgot to bitch! In episode 56, Marcelle welcomes bestselling author Brigid Schulte to the show to talk about the illusion of being able to do it all. Some highlights: Doing it all is impossible More meetings aren't the answer Creating cultures of fairness Can't get enough of the bitches? Read more about co-hosts Marcelle and Ann at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Season 6 Episode 55 | World on Fire Weekly Bitch: Shopping at Trader Joe's In the first episode of season 6, Marcelle and Ann talk about what they've been doing since season 5 and preview guests and topics for the new season. Can't get enough of the bitches? Read more about co-hosts Marcelle and Ann at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Career Valet⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , and learn about availab...