Career Blindspot

"DIY starts with ego, but ends with humility." – Juan Kingsbury   CBQ: Why is DIY a mixed bag of fun and frustration?   Juan and Courtney break down the trap of "doing it all yourself." From home projects to leadership habits, they reveal how ego fuels the start, but humility gets the job done.   HIGHLIGHTS "When you DIY, you eventually have to delegate."  "The real skill is knowing who to delegat...

"The egos are shaping the meeting — and whether your mission is accomplished or not." – Juan   CBQ: What Egos are shaping your meetings? (*Why does Juan love Inside the NBA?)   Juan and Courtney break down the leadership lessons hidden inside Inside the NBA. From Barkley's bluntness to Shaq's dominance, Kenny's analogies, and Ernie's calm structure, it is more than sports talk — it is a masterclas...

"When's the last time you thrilled yourself?" – Juan Kingsbury   CBQ: When you find out someone has read A Court of Thorns and Roses , what are you instantly doing?   Juan and Courtney unpack the joy of nerding out — from fantasy novels to comics to leadership. Leaders often chase productivity, but when is the last time you chased thrill?   HIGHLIGHTS 1:09  "It is not just reading it, it is the jo...

"Whenever I hear the word networking, I feel scuzzy. I don't want to schmooze people, but the way you describe it makes it feel easier — it's about really getting to know people." - CK CBQ - What is your love language? Juan and Courtney discuss the resistance people feel in reaching out for advice or support, reframing networking as an act of offering value instead of seeking it.  HIGHLIGHTS [00:0...

"I wanted it. I was just doing the work to have that job, and I didn't even know what the freaking job was." – JK   Juan's Disney Internship   CBQ: How come you never talk about what it was like to work at Disney?   Juan reflects on his Disney internship 24 years ago, the risks he took despite his parents' doubts, the odd jobs and lessons along the way, and how that leap helped shape his confidenc...

"I think so many people have antiquated old maps. Not bad, but if it's out of date, it's not helpful." - JK   @johnnyharris   CBQ: Are you good at reading maps?   Maps, like workplace rules, can be outdated or misleading if never questioned. In this episode, JK and CK share stories from hiking, corporate life, and cultural shifts to reveal how leaders and professionals often rely on old frameworks...

Full Video Episode on YouTube !     "I got pink glitter nails because I just do not care anymore." – Courtney CareerBlindspot.com | LinkedIn | Instagram   Juan | Courtney   CBQ: Why can celebrating yourself be a challenge? Turning 40 is often framed as a milestone of decline or denial. In this conversation, Juan and Courtney share the messy, joyful, and sometimes awkward truths about aging, celebr...

"A New Work Mindset is like defragging the operating system of what you think work is supposed to be." - JK   FREE -  Blindspot Survey (10 min) DIY BLINDSPOT PDF - $55       CBQ - What is a new work mindset?   In final and 5th episode of the blindspot coaching series, we arrive at A New Work Mindset, Juan and Courtney explore what it means to redefine success and fulfillment in a rapidly evolving...

"If you don't have courage, you're not even in the middle of consciousness." - Justin Foster   CBQ - Why is being a conscious entrepreneur not the default?    This episode explores why conscious entrepreneurship isn't the norm, breaking down three key barriers: a lack of awareness around consciousness, systemic pressures that discourage it, and the false belief that consciousness and capitalism ca...

"To be able to articulate what we really want... that's a muscle we're not trained to use." - JK   FREE -  Blindspot Survey (10 min) DIY BLINDSPOT PDF - $55     CBQ - What is a foundation blindspot?" This episode explores the Foundation Blindspot—where individuals struggle to articulate what they truly want due to a lack of clarity around their own talents and the environments that suit them best....

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"What knowledge or expertise am I lacking that is crucial to my goal?"   FREE -  Blindspot Survey (10 min) DIY BLINDSPOT PDF - $55       CBQ - "What is the resource blindspot?" This episode unpacks the resource blind spot—the mistake of clinging to the wrong tools or credentials, especially under stress. Juan and Courtney discuss how people often default to familiar but ineffective resources, like...

"We talk too much or too little at networking events because we're insecure."   FREE -  Blindspot Survey (10 min) DIY BLINDSPOT PDF - $55     CBQ - What is the network blindspot?" This episode dives into the network blind spot—the limiting belief that networking is awkward, desperate, or only useful when you're job hunting. Juan and Courtney reframe it as intentional collaboration and connection r...

"Double down on a skill you love — it'll give you energy to hit your goal."   FREE -  Blindspot Survey (10 min) DIY BLINDSPOT PDF - $55     CBQ: What is the skills blindspot?"   We kick off the Blindspot coaching in REVERSE with the SKILLS BLINDSPOT. This episode highlights challenges such as time management and influencing others that leaders may struggle with despite excelling in goal orientatio...

"The classic Superman is raised by values—dare I say, conservative values."     CBQ - Who is Superman to you? Episode Summary This episode explores the character of Superman as a metaphor for leadership and values in modern work and life. Juan and Matt unpack the evolution of Superman from pop culture icon to a symbol of moral consistency, contrasting idealism with the cynicism of recent portrayal...

CBQ - What is Blindspot coaching? FREE -  Blindspot Survey (10 min) DIY BLINDSPOT PDF - $55   Episode Summary This episode is a teaser for a series on the 60-day Blindspot Coaching engagement. The program, designed to help clients identify and embrace their blind spots, includes intensive in-person sessions and three Zoom meetings over the course of 60 days. The series will also include a blindspo...

"We're supposed to not agree on everything — otherwise it'd be really freaking boring to be married to you." CBQ: … What percentage of remote employees do you think are 80% accountable?   This episode dives into the ongoing debate around remote work, accountability, and productivity, with Courtney arguing that most remote workers are highly effective when given autonomy and trust. The conversation...

 "If you actually believe in commerce and hard work and community and, and letting people be free, go see the movie." - Drew Shaw   CBQ - As an entrepreneur, why is Sinners so amazing? Episode Summary In this episode, Juan and guest Drew Shaw dive deep into the layers of Sinners — a film that masterfully weaves identity, community, entrepreneurship, and culture. Through the lens of this powerful s...

CBQ - Courtney, does your creativity drive you crazy? Episode Summary In this episode, we explore the double-edged sword of creativity in the workplace. Courtney and Juan unpack how creativity can fuel innovation — but also drive us (and our teams) a little crazy. From perfectionism and procrastination to embracing imperfection and experimentation, we talk about finding that sweet spot where creat...

CBQ - What workplace buzzwords make you cringe?   Episode Summary In this episode, we unpack the workplace buzzwords that make us cringe — and why they matter more than we think. From "rockstar" to "game changer" to "take it offline," we explore how language shapes culture, signals unintended messages, and can alienate teams. Leaders, tune in to sharpen your communication and connect more effectiv...

CBQ:  What are your red and green flags at work?   "...be blunt with a trusted resource who knows your environment and share these flags and where you would like to see them." - JK    This episode discusses workplace dynamics, focusing on red and green flags such as the traditional two weeks' notice, vacation usage, and conflict. The conversation highlights how these indicators reflect leadership...

"...they were the first parents that I saw that genuinely loved being parents that didn't really complain about their kids..."   CBQ: Why was sleep training our kids so important to you? [* Taking Care of Babies - Sleep Training Course, thank you!!]   Highlights: 00:57 SLEEP - The Unfakeable Metric 09:51  Choose Your Mentors Wisely!  12:36 The Reality of Sleep Deprivation 13:37 Struggle for Self-C...

"Severance: Your cloned work-life self in a perfect sci-fi drama!"   CBQ: What the hell is severance about?    → Your listening perspective matters - 5 min survey .   In this episode, the Courtney and Juam discuss the TV show 'Severance,' focusing on its unique workplace environment where employees split into separate personal and work identities. They delve into the character dynamics, the unsett...

 CBQ - Courtney, have you ever been told you had a bad attitude at work?   In this episode, hosts Courtney and Juan discuss the importance of receiving unflattering but constructive feedback in the workplace. Courtney shares her experience as a 'toxic, miserable employee' and how being told she had a bad attitude by her manager led to positive changes in her career. The conversation evolves to inc...