Career Gems For The Journey

As AI continues to reshape the workplace, many professionals are wondering what skills will remain valuable. In this episode, Leah C. Murphy explores the human-centered skills that AI cannot replace and why emotional intelligence, leadership, adaptability, and relationship-building remain critical for career success. She also shares encouragement for professionals navigating today's challengin...

In this episode of the  Career Gems for the Journey podcast , Leah C. Murphy , CEO of Career Gems for the Journey , breaks down one of the biggest mistakes professionals are making with artificial intelligence… using it like a search engine instead of a strategic tool.  Leah dives into the growing pressure around AI adoption, the fear of being left behind, and the risks of blindly trusting every A...

In this episode of the  Career Gems for the Journey podcast , Leah C. Murphy , CEO of Career Gems for the Journey , dives into one of the biggest conversations happening in today’s workplace… artificial intelligence. From fears around job security to questions about productivity and workplace expectations, Leah breaks down what professionals really need to know about AI, workplace evolution, and s...

Failure is something so many of us try to avoid, hide, or push past quickly—but what if it’s actually the thing that shapes us the most? In this episode of the Career Gems for the Journey podcast , Leah C. Murphy CEO of Career Gems for the Journey, sits down with Priscilla Loomis , Olympic athlete, entrepreneur, and speaker, to talk about resilience, perseverance, and what it really looks like to...

AI is everywhere right now. From workplace conversations to company strategy meetings, it seems like everyone is talking about artificial intelligence. But what does it actually mean for your career? In this episode of the  Career Gems for the Journey podcast , Leah C. Murphy sits down with Farron Rucker, CTO and co-founder of Syntax Data, to break down the reality of AI in a way that is clear, pr...

Perimenopause is not the only topic we avoid talking about at work. Mental health in the workplace is another conversation that many organizations still struggle to address openly. In this episode of the  Career Gems for the Journey  podcast, Leah C. Murphy sits down with Tonya Ladipo , licensed clinical social worker and workplace mental health expert, to talk about what it really takes to create...

What happens when high-performing women wake up and realize that doing everything “right” still doesn’t guarantee the outcome they hoped for? In this special Career & Care Summit preview episode, Leah C. Murphy sits down with leadership strategist, equity advocate, and bestselling author Tara Jaye Frank for an unfiltered conversation about ambition, exhaustion, identity, and what it really mea...

Why is perimenopause still so taboo?  Too many women are navigating this major life shift in silence, without the knowledge or support they deserve. In this episode, Leah C. Murphy gets real about a topic rarely discussed out loud. She shares what she's learned through her own experience and research, pulling back the curtain on the physical, emotional, and professional challenges that often g...

In this episode of the  Career Gems for the Journey podcast , Leah C. Murphy sits down with  Loni Booker-White , co-founder and executive creative director of  Sauce , for a powerful conversation about creativity, leadership, entrepreneurship, and legacy. Loni shares her non-linear career journey, from studying English and public relations to building a thriving creative career across advertising,...

In this episode of the  Career Gems for the Journey podcast ,  Leah C. Murphy CEO of Career Gems for the Journey , sits down with  Ebony Wyatt , Vice President of North America Retail and Sales Strategic Initiatives, for a candid conversation about career identity, leadership evolution, and learning to trust yourself when your career no longer fits the box you built  Ebony shares her journey from...

In this episode of the Career Gems for the Journey podcast,   Leah C. Murphy , CEO of Career Gems for the Journey, shares an inside look at the  2nd Annual Career and Care Summit  and what attendees can expect from this year’s experience  Leah reflects on the success of the inaugural summit and explains how attendee feedback helped shape the 2026 event. She outlines who the summit is designed for,...

In this episode of the Career Gems for the Journey podcast, Leah C. Murphy , CEO of Career Gems for the Journey , continues the conversation on how artificial intelligence is impacting early career roles and what professionals can do to stay competitive in a rapidly shifting job market  Leah explains why entry level roles are often affected first, what AI can and cannot replace, and how combining...

In this episode of the  Career Gems for the Journey podcast , Leah C. Murphy , CEO of Career Gems for the Journey , breaks down how artificial intelligence is reshaping early-career and entry-level roles. After recently investing in her own professional development, Leah returns with research and insights on why AI is eliminating many traditional “first-step” jobs—and what rising professionals can...

In this episode of  Career Gems for the Journey podcast , Leah C. Murphy is joined by Arika Pierce Williams CEO and founder of Piercing Strategies, for a powerful conversation on leadership, confidence, and claiming your space. Arika shares her journey from corporate law to leadership coaching and breaks down how women, especially women of color, can step fully into their power — without waiting f...

In this inspiring episode, Leah C. Murphy , welcomes  KwameSarfo-Mensah , educator, speaker, and founder of Identity Talk 4 Educators, for a powerful conversation about purpose-driven teaching and community impact. Kwame shares his personal journey through the education system, the challenges Black male educators face, and how he's reshaping what success looks like in and outside the classroom...

Are you owning your voice or still shrinking in rooms where you belong? In this episode of  Career Gems for the Journey podcast , Leah C. Murphy sits down with Dawana Holmes , an accomplished leadership strategist and executive coach, for a conversation that speaks directly to anyone who's ever second-guessed their power. Dawana opens up about what it truly means to  take up space  as a woman,...

How do you continue showing up with integrity when the culture around you still needs to catch up? In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, Leah C. Murphy continues her discussion with Dominic George —speaker, author, and former Chief People Officer—about what it takes to navigate leadership, workplace culture, and authenticity in real life. This episode explores: 💎 What it really means to shift...

What does it really mean to shift culture from the inside out? In this powerful first part of a two-part series, Leah C. Murphy , CEO of Career Gems for the Journey , sits down with  Dominic George —a seasoned talent strategist, executive coach, and DEI leader—to unpack the realities of showing up authentically in professional spaces, especially as a Black man navigating corporate systems. Dominic...

In this transformative episode Leah C. Murphy , CEO of Career Gems for the Journey , sits down with licensed social worker, speaker, and author  Tashia Martin  to discuss what it means to lead, heal, and grow during life’s most challenging transitions. Tashia brings nearly two decades of experience working across education, government, and nonprofit systems, specializing in healing-centered leader...

In this eye-opening episode of the  Career Gems for the Journey podcast , Leah C. Murphy, CEO of Career Gems for theJourney , sits down with Lindsey Schultz —CEO of MRC Recruiting—for a behind-the-scenes look at what really matters in today’s hiring landscape. Whether you’re a job seeker, a hiring manager, or simply reevaluating your next career move, this episode offers must hear insights to help...

In this episode ⁠Leah C. Murphy,⁠ CEO of ⁠Career Gems for the Journey⁠ , sits down with career counselor and author ⁠Shell Mendelson, MS,⁠ to talk about what it really takes to find your path—especially if you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or navigating your career as a neurodivergent adult. Shell brings decades of expertise to the conversation and shares how her own late-life ADHD diagnosis deep...

In this powerful episode of the  Career Gems for the Journey podcast , Leah C. Murphy , CEO of Career Gems for the Journey , sits down with award-winning journalist Aundrea Cline-Thomas to talk about her bold decision to leave the anchor desk—and what came next. Aundrea shares her story of stepping away from the traditional news cycle to answer a deeper calling and focus on storytelling that uplif...

In today’s episode, Leah C. Murphy , CEO of Career Gems for the Journey , sits down with the dynamic and thoughtful Pam Moyo to explore what it truly means to lead with humanity intoday’s fast-paced, high-pressure professional world. As a wellness leader, DEI strategist, and founder of Soul Informed, Pam brings a refreshing perspective to leadership. One that centers emotional intelligence, compas...

In this powerful episode, Leah C. Murphy CEO of Career Gems for the Journey , is joined by  Nicole S. Palmer —bestselling author, equity strategist, and public health advocate—for a conversation that pulls no punches on what it takes to survive and thrive in corporate America as a Black woman. Nicole shares her journey from healthcare communications to the public health frontlines, and how lived e...

In this episode of the  Career Gems for the Journey podcast , Leah C. Murphy CEO or Career Gems for the Journey , sits down with international keynote speaker, author, and leadership consultant  Amir Ghannad  to explore what it truly means to lead from within. As the founder of the Ghannad Group and author of  The Transformative Leader , Amir brings over 30 years of global leadership experience to...