Job Search, Promotion, and Career Clarity: The Mid-Career GPS Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Are you tired of feeling frustrated and overwhelmed about what’s going on with your career? Maybe things are okay with your job, but you find yourself wanting more but aren’t sure what “more” is. Building Your Mid-Career GPS is your guide to whatever is next, and I’m going to share a conversation with you I had with a career strategist and consultant who helps people when they are...

Send us Fan Mail Last week, Tucker Carlson and Fox News parted ways, and CNN terminated Don Lemon. As we’ve followed the news this past week, it got me thinking about how we are all replaceable. No matter how good or how valuable you think, you are.    In this episode, John breaks down some career thought derailers for you and why the sooner we realize we are all replaceable, the better our mid-ca...

Send us Fan Mail Navigating a career change can be challenging, but having a Mid-Career GPS makes it easier. You have greater clarity about what you want to do and why you are valuable to your new employer.    Marisa Speranzi is a client of John’s who sought his coaching to help her figure out whatever was going to be next for her and her career. Listen to Marisa’s tips, guidance, and learning as...

Send us Fan Mail Katherine McCord has dedicated her career to growing inclusion and better people operations for everyone. As someone passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, Katherine creates safe spaces for people to discuss, learn, and grow personally and professionally.    In this episode, Katherine gets on the mic with John to discuss why we shouldn’t be afraid of uninte...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever thought about leaving your current employer and coming back to them years later? Tim Ziakas knew his value and what he wanted to do. He loved his job and the organization, but he wanted something more. However, he would return if the right position became available.    And he did.    In this episode, Tim sits down with John to discuss how he built his Mid-Career GPS...

Send us Fan Mail Do you remember the first time you stood up for yourself? Whether on the playground at school or in the boardroom, standing up for yourself is a powerful and memorable moment.    In this episode, John shares a few personal stories he’s never shared before about how he found his voice after standing up for himself - both on the playground and in the workplace. These moments improve...

Send us Fan Mail Being a great leader is something many mid-career professionals aspire to be. Your leadership journey probably began with some kind of management function, and someone told you it was time to be in a leadership role.    Leadership is challenging, and it’s not for everyone. But if you are in a leadership role or want to be in one soon, today’s conversation is for you.   Today, you...

Send us Fan Mail LinkedIn can be intimidating for many mid-career professionals. If you are trying to find a job on LinkedIn or wondering how to use LinkedIn for networking, today’s conversation will help you.  Your LinkedIn profile is your digital business card, and it's always out there for people to find. Having an optimized profile will help you garner greater attention and interest so pe...

Send us Fan Mail Your lack of career clarity costs you sleep, health, and career.    We all go through some confusing or frustrating times in our careers. But when you are uncertain about what you want to do, it can make your workdays miserable.    In this episode, I’m going to ask you four questions to help you gain greater career clarity, help you get out of your professional rut, and get you bu...

Send us Fan Mail The job market is a bit confusing. With the tech industry seeing more layoffs and companies being more selective about who they are hiring, it’s more important than ever to know how to tell your story from a place of value and service.    But some mid-career professionals are coming across as needy or desperate. They try to convince a recruiter or hiring manager they are the best...

Send us Fan Mail Keeping employees engaged in a remote or virtual working environment is more important than ever. As more companies struggle with what returning to the worksite looks like, mid-career professionals must stay engaged and lead their teams accordingly.    In this episode, John sits down with executive career and job search expert Marcelle Yeager to discuss specific strategies to help...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered if you could have gotten more compensation if you simply negotiated better? It’s a question many mid-career professionals ask themselves, and today’s guest will help you navigate Your Mid-Career GPS to a successful negotiation.    In this episode, you’ll meet Brandon Bramley from The Salary Negotiator. John and Brandon talk about how to remove the fear from...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever worked with a recruiter or thought about working with one?    You may think they will help you find a new job, get you an excellent salary, and are going to quickly become your new best friend.    Some of that may be true, but in this episode, my guest and I will help you break down everything you need to know about working with a recruiter.    My guest, Casey Hasten...

Send us Fan Mail You are not alone if you’ve got a lot of mind drama about your career. There are many things going on right now and some confusing information, which is why I’m taking time during this episode to help you clear your mind and get your Mid-Career GPS on the path you want it to go.    And if you feel like you are a bit of a hot mess right now. Just breathe. We all feel that way at so...

Send us Fan Mail Jeff Perry is a mid-career professional who knows what it is like to be more than an engineer. As a software, mechanical, and manufacturing engineer, Jeff parlayed his successful career into developing people in his career coaching practice.    For years, Jeff was on the front lines of the technical world. As the tech world makes some changes in 2023, Jeff is here to help you leve...

Send us Fan Mail Many mid-career professionals are concerned that they don’t do enough networking, or when they do, they do it incorrectly. We know that networking is all about building relationships. As long as your #SHOWUP authentically and genuinely, you can’t go wrong. And that’s why Frank Agin is a networking expert.    Frank Agin is president of AmSpirit Business Connections, which empowers...

Send us Fan Mail Asking for what you want doesn’t have to be a difficult task. However, many mid-career professionals often struggle with asking for what they want, especially regarding their salary and compensation.    Christy Metcalf is an expert when it comes to asking for what you want in your career and life. She is the President and Founder of CEO Learning Systems, a company dedicated to hel...

Send us Fan Mail It’s that time of year! You’re back to work; for many of you, it’s time to have your annual performance appraisal.  However, depending on your company and your manager, your performance appraisal might be a lackluster experience. And that may leave you feeling resentful.    And if you’re a manager, how you conduct your performance appraisal meetings with your direct reports says a...

Send us Fan Mail What does your career look like in 2023? Whether you are looking to find a new job, get a promotion, switch companies, or stay where you are, now is the perfect time to assess what’s working and what’s not.    In this episode, executive and career transition coach, John Neral, walks you through five things to consider at mid-career to help you strategically position yourself in th...

Send us Fan Mail As 2022 comes to a close, you’ll take time to evaluate your career progress and start making goals for 2023. If you are actively looking for a new job or seeking a promotion, there is one thing you must do to ensure your success.    In this episode, I’m sharing my tips to help you identify your best strategies for finding a new job and how to stay focused on being consistent with...

Send us Fan Mail One of the most popular songs in the musical Hamilton is “Not Throwing Away My Shot.” Many job seekers feel the same way when they network and interview.    You must find a way to connect whenever you are networking or interviewing. In this Best of Episode, you’ll hear from eight of my guests who share their best tips to SHOW UP as you protect and promote your brand on social medi...

Send us Fan Mail You need to slow down and look in the mirror to ask yourself what is next for you and your career. It’s important to sit with your thoughts and beliefs about how you will SHOW UP for your next professional move.    For this Best of Episode, you’ll hear from eight of my guests talking about how increasing your self-awareness positions you more strategically for your next position....

Send us Fan Mail At some point, we all find ourselves in various stages of confusion or doubt in our careers. It’s a natural part of our career journey. However, how do you get out of feeling stuck and unhappy to find that job you love to make you excited to get out of bed every morning and go to work?    For this Best of 2022 Episode, I’ve pulled some of my best clips about career clarity to help...

Send us Fan Mail Informational interviews are great opportunities to learn more about other people and what they do. As the year comes to a close, now is a great time to expand your network and conduct informational interviews. Whether you are seeking a new job or learning about a particular company, these interviews will help you get the information you need to make a successful decision about yo...

Send us Fan Mail If you are considering leaving your job, I want to offer for you to leave with a lot of gratitude. This Thanksgiving week, I want to share a couple of stories to help you think about how to leave your job and why leaving with gratitude is the best move for you personally and professionally – even if you don’t want to.    So, sit back. Grab your favorite beverage and let’s have a c...