Career Contessa

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 market Coping strategies if you’re underemployed or unemployed to mov...

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 prep How to frame your career journey Tips for storytelling without rambling  How to shift your mindset for your next interview Show Note...

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! Y...

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 work Realistic strategies for preparing for your mental health conversations Helpful ways suppor...

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 job How to navigate your first 90 days in a new role Tips for building confidence when you’re new How to stay present at work This episode is sponsored by B...

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 uncertainty How to identify fear vs. uncertainty Why using words like “maybe” can make you a better leader Tangible ways to build your tolerance for uncer...

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...

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 methods How to design and facilitate a great meeting agenda How to end a meeting so it maximizes clarity and moves work forward Show Notes Weekl...

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 rhythm Tips for building a healthy relationship with yourself The powerful impact a daily check-in can make Sponsors...

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 boundaries Steps to take...

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 for Why this happens + tips to manage the responsibilities of your job A&...

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 brand Why you need to “ACCT” to advocate at work A  framework for s...

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 security How to test your “value” on the job market Show Notes Weekly Newsletter Sign-Up: http://bit.ly/37hqtQW Follow Career Contessa: htt...

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 stuck The one skill to cultivate that will make your boss want 10 of you How 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 Resour...

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 jobs Tips for building a job search strategy + the exact tools Lauren use...

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 talk...

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 phase How to communicate to yo...

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 work Practical tips to beat burnout from a variety of experts Why the future of work isn’t a one-size-fits-all schedule Show Notes Weekly Newsletter Sign-Up: http://bit....

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 workplace A 5-step guide for managing Gen Z Tips for millennial m...

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: Bo...

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 act The difference between planners and leapers in a second act Why money is not a substitute fo...

When it comes to building relationships at work, do you know which ones yield the highest ROI? Today we’re joined by April Little, an executive career coach, who will teach us:  3 strategic relationships you need for career growth A quarterly habit to implement for long-term career advancement Actionable advice on building mutually beneficial relationships at work Show Notes Weekly Newsletter...

Stanford professor, author, and podcast host Matt Abrahams is back on the show to share simple tips that will help you think faster and talk smarter. You’ll learn: How to manage speaking anxiety symptoms Simple ways to structure your communication for the audience How to reframe the way you approach a negotiation 3 communications skills to master for success Tips for understanding your own communi...

LinkedIn expert Jeremy Schifeling is back on the show to share 5 ways to create a better LinkedIn profile in 2024. We’ll discuss: Which LinkedIn profile sections matter the mos—and how to optimize them How to fill out a profile when you’re in a career transition Tips for using AI to enhance your profile Tools that allow you to network with anyone Show Notes Weekly Newsletter Sign-Up:  http://...

We all want to be happy, but happiness always seems to be out of reach — until now. Well-being expert and social media sensation Stephanie Harrison of The New Happy is here to share: The counterintuitive secrets to happiness A practical guide to help us all learn how to live a happy life Why we should focus on values vs. habits Breaking away from your self-worth being tied to achievements Show Not...