Career Gems For The Journey

Are you tempted to let fear hold you back? We have been there! Join Leah Murphy, guest Co-host Diana Haussling and special guest Surabhi Pokhriyal as they drop gems on recognizing fear, using fear as fuel in your career and finding a tribe of fellow fear fighters at work.  We are still celebrating!!! Career Gems for the Journey Podcast was named in the Top 20 Career Podcasts by Feedspot. Spec...

Is HR your partner? Should they be? We have all had some experience with HR but many of us have never had a chance to have an "off the record" conversation. Tune in as Leah Murphy and expert HR professional, Melva Holt "The Management Maven" as they dig into the do's and don'ts of strategically partnering with HR.   Melva is the Founder of Paise Leadership https://www.paiseleadership.com/

It's a celebration!!!! Career Gems for the Journey Podcast was named in the Top 20 Career Podcasts by Feedspot. Special shout out to all our listeners for riding with us. This podcast is for you and we appreciate your support. https://blog.feedspot.com/career_coach_podcasts/ We are sending our co-host Ama Gordon great vibes while she is away on maternity leave and enjoying the great energy of our...

Are you maximizing LinkedIn? LinkedIn can be a game changing resource for your career, primary business or your side hustle. In this episode join Leah Murphy and guest Yolanda Payne as they drop gems while digging in to how LinkedIn can work for you as you build your personal brand. P.S. Sending positive vibes to our co-host Ama Gordon as she welcomes her new baby enjoys her maternity leave. &nbsp...

Are you looking to accelerate your career? In this episode, Leah Murphy, and Ama Gordon dive deep with Meshach Cleary, Vice President of Global Operations, to discuss mentorship and coaching. You’ll hear Meshach's story of performance, mentoring and great coaching which accelerated his career and how he is being intentional about the gems he is leaving for those that are coming up behind him. &nbs...

Are you ready to make more money? In this episode Ama Gordon interviews Leah Murphy about her recently released e-book Salary Power Moves: Winning the Compensation Negotiation . This e-book has been a game changer making salary negotiation accessible to everyone especially women. Leah tells her own story of being underpaid early in her career and how learning to negotiate changed her life fueling...

Can you believe it’s been 2 years since we launched the podcast? It’s time to celebrate! In this episode, co-hosts Leah Murphy and Ama Gordon share their favorite episodes that were voted most impactful by listeners! We’ve brought back our most popular guest Diana Haussling, Vice President & General Manager of Digital Commerce to drop some gems and help us celebrate making it this far! www.gemsfor...

In this episode Leah Murphy and Ama Gordon discuss how taking a leave of absence from work can become imperative for your well being in the workplace. Ama shares personal stories and examples of when she absolutely needed to take a leave of absence for mental health. Yes, this is possible! And it can be for you too!

In this episode, Leah Murphy and Ama Gordon interview Rikki-Quinn James-Renz. Rikki goes into the unsexy parts of being an Entrepreneur/Franchisee and the grit, hustle, commitment and patience required to operate a franchise middle of a pandemic.  Find more information about Rikki's location through her website https://www.arworkshop.com/chestnuthill/ 

Interview after interview and still no offer? In this episode, Leah Murphy and Ama Gordon dive deep with Fortune 100 company HR Recruiter, Jillian Jones to discuss why you didn’t get the job! You’ll learn the do’s, the dont’s and how to rebound (and even get an offer after a rejection). This is the episode to share with your friends! For more info on Salary Power Moves: Winning the Compensation Ne...

In this episode, Leah Murphy and Ama Gordon dive into some of the most pressing mental health concerns in today’s society that impact our careers. Our special guest Tonya Ladipo is Founder and CEO of The Ladipo Group, a therapy counseling practice that specializes in diversity, equity and inclusion that serves African-American communities. It’s not too late to start caring for your mental health!

The global pandemic has put a lot of stress on many of us. However, working moms have experienced unparalleled challenges and in this episode Leah Murphy and Ama Gordon discuss how to make it through! Our special guest, Christine Michel Carter is a writer, advocate, the #1 global voice for working moms and has worked on the maternal initiatives of Vice President Kamala Harris. Moms (and moms-to-be...

Did you know that you don’t have to run a not-for-profit organization to receive funding for your business? In this episode, Leah Murphy and Ama Gordon bring on “Grant Slayer” and guest extraordinaire Shaun Glaze to tell us how to receive more than $100,000 in grants! Grab your notepad! Find more information about Shaun's company "Inclusive Data Solutions" on their website through our affiliate li...

In this weeks episode, Leah Murphy and Ama Gordon discuss tips for both employees and companies to help them adjust to the new “working” normal (whether in or out of the office). We’ve certainly learned during the COVID-19 pandemic that employees deserve a voice and companies can be flexible! Get ready to take notes!

Wondering how to start your business and what to do first, second and third? In this episode, Leah Murphy and Ama Gordon discuss the “must knows” and “must do’s” for startups with special guest Jabari Jones, Chief Executive of the largest coalition of small businesses in West Philadelphia. You’ll want to grab your notepad and pen for this one!

Make an exit plan from your 9-to-5 that sets your side business up for success! But, first ask yourself these questions. Is your full time gig funding your side business? Have you saved up enough money to quit? Is your side business sustainable? In this episode, Ama Gordon and Leah Murphy walk you through the “must knows”, before you quit and become a full time entrepreneur. They’ve done it and ar...

Have you ever wondered whether you should just throw in the towel or hang in there in your career? In today’s episode, Leah Murphy and Ama Gordon discuss how to make the decision to quit or push through and focus your efforts even more on your current path. No guests on today’s episode, but the dynamic duo are definitely dropping gems!

In this episode, we discuss the impact of mental health on our ability to be successful with 2 amazing guests (and we’ve got prizes)! LaGina Harris, Founder of The Us Space & La Rae Infinity Let’s Talk Podcast along with Melissa Mel, Founder of the WoMi App have teamed up to bring us the Melanin Minds conference on Saturday, July 17th. Register at https://melaninminds.org and join in on our discus...

We know you’re talented, skilled and qualified but, none of that matters unless you know the cheat codes for what to include AND not include on your résumé! This episode tells you the algorithms, keywords and formats required to prevent your résumé from going into the black hole.

The playing field is NOT level for everyone in the workplace, but you can use your challenges to change setbacks to success. In this episode, our guest Stephanie Perez-Jarmul, a bi-lingual, Puerto-Rican American rose above her circumstances to become a professor, social worker and advocate for change!

How do you know when it’s time to leave Corporate America and go out on your own? In this episode Leah Murphy and Ama Gordon discuss transitioning from an employee to entrepreneurship with our Guest Salim Holder, CEO of 4th Ave Market. Salim shares guiding principles to leave behind for future entrepreneurs. Tune is for this authentic and honest conversation about what the transition to entreprene...

You’ve got the juice! Take the risk in your career that you’ve been thinking about. It’s going to be scary but, you can do it anyway. In this episode, Leah Murphy and Ama Gordon discuss taking risks in your career and rising above fear with Diana Haussling, Vice President & General Manager of Digital Commerce. Tune in for this phenomenal conversation with great gems you’ll definitely want to save!

Are you wondering whether you need a career coach or not? Well, in this episode Leah gives you a sneak peek of what it’s like to have a career coaching session. If you want a preview before deciding, listen to this episode!

Is your company part of the problem or part of the solution? Are you ready to do the work? In this episode, Leah and Ama discuss how recent events highlight the importance of how companies show up on behalf of people of color and how this is demonstrated in Corporate America. Now is the time to inform, educate and transform and we’re ready to get started!

Do you feel physically, mentally or emotionally drained at work? Are you learning? Is anyone asking you what YOU want to do next? Do you feel valued? It may be time to rework your plan and make a change. In this episode, Leah and Ama discuss how to decide when it’s time to go and the importance of a career plan that works so you can work it! It’s not failure, it’s growth!