Career Coaching with Jessness

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You've always known you want to write a book. Do you have a book idea burning a hole in your soul? Do you want to bring your book idea to life, but you're not sure where to start? This episode is for you! Tune in as I share my personal insights on my process for writing my books. From the gestation phase to organizing ideas to writing your first draft. You'll enjoy this if you are an aspiring auth...

We're continuing the maternity leave / workplace fun with today's episode where I share practical tips and compassionate strategies for managers on how they can support employees returning from maternity leave. When managers and company's support women returning to work, they won't just have a dedicated worker but a loyal employee for life. BE NICE TO MOMS. By the time they get to work they've alr...

What up! In this episode, I share what I'm coining as my "work report card!" A new series where I share how the journey back to work after maternity leave is going. Tune in to explore the emotional, physical, and environmental challenges I faced. Plus, my insights on the key areas that companies, managers, and coworkers forget about moms returning to the workplace. If you are a mom returning to wo...

In this episode, I respond to me at 39-weeks pregnant (from last podcast, episode 19) and share the real real of how maternity leave went down. I cover my postpartum journey...the identity shifts, fears, personal insights, challenges, and the deep transformation that comes with motherhood. (And I'm only 6 months out, WOW)   If this interests you, come hang out on Substack: MOMHOOD:  https://gazay....

In this episode, I'm 39 weeks pregnant, reflecting on how I plan to approach maternity leave. I share the fears and feelings coming up for me and the intentions and mindsets I plan to take with me into this phase. Expect to hear reflections on: 1. Anticipation and the Unknown 2. Downshifting Without Losing Your Edge 3. Understanding the Source of Fear 4. Redefining Your Edge 5. Reframing Maternity...

In this episode, I discuss my career journey and the various actions that have contributed to my growth. You'll hear me emphasize the importance of pursuing passion projects, leveraging side gigs, seeking feedback, and maintaining a positive mindset. We'll talk: exploring career opportunities and the significance of self-reflection in professional development. You know it all comes back to self-di...

In this episode, I give you 10 career cheat codes to help you grow faster, stand out, and stop playing small at work. If you want rapid career growth, are going for a promotion, and want to be more confident at work, this is for you. We run through them one after another with no fluff in between, so hit play and start implementing today. Some bites from the episode: Assign yourself deadlines publi...

Continuing the series on ChatGPT, today I share 3 more tips on how to use it to be a better employee. You will see just how messy these prompts can be. I share verbatim what prompts I used for three more use cases - using chatGPT: To prep for a tough conversation Performance evals As a thought partner Access my Career Success Guides & Monthly Work in Progress Bulletin: https://www.jessnessrequ...

Let’s be real, work is moving fast, and if you’re not using tech to work smarter, you’re doing too much. In this episode of Career Coaching with Jessness, we’re continuing the AI and ChatGPT series with three more tips today. This month is all about AI, both podcast episodes focus on maximizing how you use AI and how to use ChatGPT as a powerful tool for professional growth. (As always) I’m sharin...

​Anyone who knows me KNOWS I love job interviews, but in order to practice the art of interviewing? You have to land the interview!  ​Applying for jobs can feel like a full-time job in itself, and getting no's or just not hearing back after putting in the work to apply can be so frustrating. In this episode we talk about why you're not being invited to interview. ​I share from ​m​y extensive exper...

Let's chat about job interviews! This is one of my FAV career topics. There is an art to interviewing, and everyone can get better at it when you know how to prep, how to connect the dots for the person you are interviewing with, how to answer questions effectively, and what to do with the follow-up after the interview is over. Hit the Highlights Interviewing is a two-way street, akin to professio...

In this episode, I share my end-of-year rituals that help me wrap up 2025 and how I look forward with intention every new year, hello 2026! We'll touch on my Radiant Life Framework, year-in-review/vision-casting practice, and how I incorporate feng shui. We're gearing up to birth our baby girl come this Jan, but the pod will still rock on. What's to come? Jan: Interview Strategies / The Art of Int...

If you are not asking questions to hiring managers, recruiters, or team members you are interviewing with for a new job...you are missing out. Let's talk about it. Hit the Highlights There's an art to all this interviewing stuff - this episode will unpack a key element of that Remember, you are dating the job opportunity, the company, the team just as much as they are assessing you - be picky, fin...

In this episode, I share how I prepped for my promotion before heading out on mat leave. This step-by-step strategy applies to you if you are navigating a promotion as your next career step or looking to advance your career to the next level...whether maternity leave is on your horizon or not. Disclaimer: I haven't landed the promotion and don't know the outcome...fingers crossed ;) Tune in to thi...

This week, we talk writing, self-discovery, the power of partnership, my next big leap in life, and a special gift for you...all through the lens of gratitude. Thank you for being here. I am grateful for you! Hit the Highlights Gratitude week encourages deep reflection on the past year. Writing is a powerful tool for self-discovery There's nothing better for an author than to hear from a reader Se...

This conversation is designed to  help you feel empowered during your year-end performance evaluation . You’ll learn how to build a strong relationship with your manager and turn any fear or anxiety into a positive, productive experience. I share specific tips for navigating your evaluation effectively , improving your communication, and making the process smoother and more rewarding for both you...

Worried AI will replace you? Think again. Learn what humans will always do better, how to team up with AI, and why your human edge is here to stay. This episode is brought to you by my ‘Brain Dates’ — where we figure out your next move together on a variety of topics. You can learn more on her website:  https://www.jessnessrequired.com/work-with-me Access my free career success guides here:  https...

Career growth, self-discovery, and the lessons life throws at us—today, three women across three decades share how loss, change, and the in-between shaped who we are. About Patty, Author of Beyond Widow  Patty McGuigan is a successful commercial real estate agent turned author. Patty has co-authored three children’s books, a book of essays about widowhood, and a memoir on her commercial real estat...

In this episode I’ll show you just how messy a prompt can be and still get results with 3 real (and practical) examples I’ve used at work. Stop waiting for the “perfect prompt” or copying the top 10 prompt lists for your job. Use AI to be faster, smarter, and actually better at your job. This episode is brought to you by my ‘Brain Dates’ — where we figure out your next move together on a variety o...

Not sure what direction to go or where to start? Learn how to uncover how your natural interests connect to real job roles and career paths you can start exploring and applying for today. This episode is brought to you by my ‘Brain Dates’ — where we figure out your next move together on a variety of topics. You can learn more on her website: https://www.jessnessrequired.com/work-with-me Access my...

Learn what “culture fit” really means and how to navigate it during interviews. This episode is brought to you by my ‘Brain Dates’ — where we figure out your next move together on a variety of topics. You can learn more on her website: https://www.jessnessrequired.com/work-with-me Access my free career success guides here: https://www.jessnessrequired.com/lovemyjob Signed copies can be ordered dir...

Learn how to make your answers relevant to each person you are interviewing with and show you’re the right fit for the role. Help them connect the dots! Resource handout available in my Career Success Guides: www.jessnessrequired.com/lovemyjob This episode is brought to you by my ‘Brain Dates’ — where we figure out your next move together on a variety of topics. You can learn more on her website:...

Before you say yes to that job offer, make sure the company will support the career growth you want. This ep will share how to spot real upward career potential during the interview process. This episode is brought to you by my ‘Brain Dates’ — where we figure out your next move together on a variety of topics. You can learn more on her website: https://www.jessnessrequired.com/work-with-me Access...

Just graduated and job hunting? Tune in for 3 strategies on where to start and how to use your time and energy to your advantage. This episode is brought to you by my ‘Brain Dates’ — where we figure out your next move together on a variety of topics. You can learn more on her website: https://www.jessnessrequired.com/work-with-me Access my free career success guides here: https://www.jessnessrequi...