Liz Career Coaching

If you are afraid of public speaking or looking for ways to boost your speaking confidence, this episode is for you.    I believe that having the skill to speak in public is instrumental in the enhancement of your career and will allow you  to take advantage of many opportunities that you may be presented with. In this episode I share 5 strategies to help you overcome that fear and boost your conf...

There's nothing like having a career chat over a glass of wine.  In this episode, I launch a Career Happy Hour segment kicking it off with a Graphic Designer and long time friend Joe Valenzuela.   Joe talks to us about his career journey from Milwaukee to Chicago and how he has navigated his career in the creative industry.  Our topics of conversation include: His first job and how he leverag...

Feeling frustrated or discouraged from the job search process? Are you applying to hundreds of jobs and not getting any results? You are not alone. The job search process can be extremely time consuming and there are so many barriers and factors that affect the success of the job search. In this episode I speak to Eleanor Meegoda, CEO and Co-Founder of JobStep.  We discuss the many barriers and ch...

In this episode, David Fano, CEO and Founder of Teal, talks to us about his career path and what inspired him to launch a business  to "empower every professional with the career guidance and resources they need to make career decisions with confidence".  David shares great insight on how to jumpstart an effective job search leveraging digital tools and technology.   Episode topics: Dave...

In this episode, Lisa Caprelli, award winning author, walks us through her career journey and how she leveraged her background in marketing and branding to launch and create a children's brand.   Lisa shares a lot of wisdom and insight that can inspire all of us regardless of our own unique career path. Lisa Caprelli is a speaker, songwriter and an award-winning author of the unicorn book ser...

Many of you have competing priorities, personal and work obligations, and it can become challenging to focus on your goals.  Some of you may be taking on so many projects or may be presented with great opportunities that you feel you cannot pass up, but at some point you may be losing sight of your purpose.  If you are feeling overwhelmed and trying to reclaim your energy to focus on your goals, ...

It is time I take my own advice and accept that I need to pause, reflect, prioritize and recharge. Self-care is such an import but challenging practice for many of us.  While we have so many priorities and obligations, why is it is so difficult to put ourselves in that list of priorities?  This has been quite the year for all of us and I recognize that it is time for a recharge.  I am concluding s...

Today we are talking about personal branding.  It is essential to be aware of our personal brand and to be cognizant if we are truly conveying that brand  through our actions, social media presence, work activities, communication and more. While our personal brand is essentially our reputation, is important to be able to articulate and intentionally showcase our brand in various aspects of our car...

Many of you keep hearing from  career coaches or mentors that 80% of jobs are found through networking.  It’s about who you know.  If you are someone who hates networking or is super uncomfortable with the idea of networking, you may be feeling like there is no hope. How will I position myself  to new opportunities?  As someone who has struggled with networking and experiences social anxiety,  I w...

Investing in your professional development is essential as you continue to  build and advance your career.  It is important to be intentional and continuously seek opportunities to build skills through trainings, certifications, coursework, higher education and/or involvement in professional associations. In this episode, I interview Patricia Mota, President and CEO of HACE, Hispanic Alliance for...

If you are considering working with a career coach and wanting to learn more about the process, this episode might be right for you. I am accompanied by a fellow career coach where we discuss the different types of career coaches, what coaches do, what to expect from working with a coach, myths about what a coach does, and ways to find a career coach. Podcast Guest: Esther Leonard Esther is a care...

Losing a job can cause a lot of emotional distress, it is overwhelming and there is so much uncertainty that comes with it.  Having to think about what’s next and immersing yourself in the job search search process can be daunting.  While this is a very difficult and challenging time, this can also be a time to redirect and reinvent your career. There is a lot you can do to regain control of your...

On this episode, I invite a fellow career coach to have a candid conversation around the topic of  embracing a non linear career and making a career pivot.  I interview my dear friend and colleague Laura Myers. In our interview she shares stories and examples of people making successful career pivots and offers advice on how to leverage and build skills, how risk-taking is involved,  and how to be...

Do you have job interview jitters and lack the confidence to perform at your best during a job interview? In this episode I provide 8 strategies to help boost your confidence by preparing success stories,  preparing how to address "tell me about yourself",  ways to navigate the situation when stumped on an interview question and tips to help you feel empowered to rock your next interview...

In this episode I interview Myriam Del Angel, an HR professional who shares insight on how she has moved up the career ladder by networking and leveraging her connections. Despite life challenges, Myriam has been able to navigate her career and land roles within various consulting companies such as Deloitte, EY, PwC and others. She shares her experience how she has balanced her career as a mother,...

As we begin a new year many of us are ready to set new goals in various areas of our lives. Many of us are seeking to grow personally or professionally and some of us are ready to find our purpose and unlock our innate gifts.   In this episode, Nikita Lawrence, author of The Secret of the Wealth Success Chamber walks us through her process in helping women embrace their identity, purpose and visio...

Are you ready to kick-off your year with new goals? In this episode I walk you through the process of creating a visual board to visualize your aspirations, dreams and goals. After creating your vision board, you will need to create a plan to make some of those goals happen. I provide strategies on how to make your goals specific and measurable.  Support the show

Everywhere we turn, we are hearing the term “self-care” and the importance of “self-care”.  In this episode, my guest Lauren Gallagher, mental health professional, shares insight on techniques that will you help you dive deeper into your self-care practice. Lauren is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor working at UIC's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences as the Assistant Director of C...

Are you considering a PhD or another type of advanced degree? In this episode, I speak with Dr. Mark Martell, a higher education professional, who shares his journey and process in attaining his Phd and the steps he took before fully committing into his program. He shares advice and insight for those of you who might be considering this next step in your academic career.  Support the show

Leo Perez is a creator from Chicago specifically from the legendary Pilsen neighborhood of this great city. From the Product Of Society anthology to the "El Toro Dorado series, Leo loves to entertain the masses with sick humor, vibrant colors and graffiti inspired artwork. Leo has also worked on a few Marvel Comics properties for Upper Deck, as well as Ghostbusters and Rick And Morty trading...

Do you need to find clarity?  Starting a journal practice can help clear your mind, stay focused, and relieve stress!  In this episode I share ideas of different types of journaling approaches you can implement based on your current situation. Join me on a 7 day journal writing challenge. I share daily prompts on my Instagram - Lizcareercoaching Support the show

 You have to be comfortable telling your career story, this is essential in all of your professional marketing such as building your resume, preparing your cover letter, building your LinkedIn profile, preparing for a job interview, and when asking for a promotion or a raise.  But how can you sell your accomplishments without being "braggie"?. In this episode I talk about how it can be c...

I get a lot of questions about LinkedIn and on this episode I share strategies and how I respond to some of these common questions: Isn’t LinkedIn just another social media platform? Why should I even bother? Should I be connecting with people I don’t actually know?   How can I use LinkedIn to learn about career opportunities? How can I identify companies that I may be interested in but have proba...

In this episode I share my career story with my listeners. I share defining moments in my life that have shaped and paved my career. I share career highlights, challenges and barriers in navigating my college experience, getting my first full-time job out of college, getting into grad school, learning about salary negotiation, asking for a promotion and owning my career. Connect with me on  Linked...

In this episode I talk about the importance of self-reflection before launching your job search. I focus on how considering your personality traits in determining your next role can contribute to finding joy and career happiness.   Here are some of the online tools that I reference in this episode: My Next Move O*NET OnLine Career Cluster's Map - Career Key Strong Interest Inventory Steps to...