Bob Gerst
People in Transition
"People in Transition" is your ultimate guide to navigating life's major career changes with confidence and excitement! Whether you're a student landing your first job, a professional between gigs, an aspiring entrepreneur ready to start your own business, or someone preparing for a well-earned retirement, we've got you covered. Each episode offers unique insights and practical tips from people who have successfully walked these paths themselves as well as helped many others in their journey. Join us for an inspiring and entertaining journey through the many transitions of life!
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Bob Gerst
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Jul 6, 2026
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Episodes
125. Angie Callen - Executive and Business Coach for High-Performing Leaders and Coaches 23.02.2025 30:38
Job searching? Career pivoting? Wondering how to stand out in today's market? You won’t want to miss this episode! I had the pleasure of speaking with Angie Callen , a powerhouse in career strategy, personal branding, and professional growth. As the founder of Career Benders, she’s on a mission to help people break free from mediocrity and build careers they genuinely love. Angie has a unique...
124. Phil Davis -Recruiting Leader & Executive Career Coach| HR Business Partner| Opera Singer 09.02.2025 30:58
Welcome to another insightful episode of the “People in Transition” podcast! This week, we’re excited to feature Phil Davis, PHR—an Executive Career Coach, Recruiter, and, yes, Opera Singer! With his signature TUNE INTO™ process, Phil has empowered over 1,000 professionals to uncover their unique value and transform frustration into career fulPHILLment®. His dynamic career journey spans recruiti...
123. Deanna Russo - LinkedIn Coach & Corporate Trainer, Speaker, Published Author 26.01.2025 35:25
Welcome to another episode of “People in Transition,” where we explore the pivotal moments that shape lives and careers. Today, I’m thrilled to introduce Deanna Russo, a LinkedIn expert and the founder of Leverage Up. Deanna’s journey is as remarkable as her strategies are transformative. Once starting with just 400 LinkedIn connections, Deanna grew her network to over 30,000 while pioneering a me...
122. Melanie Mitchell Wexler - Career Coach | Resume, LinkedIn™, Job Search & Interview Specialist | Former Recruiter 12.01.2025 37:17
Discover the Secrets to Job Search Success with Career Coach Melanie Wexler Welcome to another informative episode of “People in Transition”, the podcast where we explore stories and strategies to help f navigate life’s pivotal job changes with confidence. In this episode, I’m thrilled to introduce Melanie Wexler—a dynamic Career Coach, Job Search Expert, and LinkedIn Strategist with over 20 years...
121. Laura Nguyen - Author of Career Break Compass ᐧ Marketing Leader ᐧ Coach 29.12.2024 36:47
Feeling Burned Out? Discover How to Recharge and Redefine Your Life with Laura Nguyen Are you feeling stuck, exhausted, or overwhelmed by burnout? You’re not alone—four in ten U.S. workers report feelings of burnout. In this compelling episode of People in Transition , Laura Nguyen shares her transformative journey and practical strategies to help you reclaim your energy, purpose, and joy. Laura,...
120. Mark Misiano - Career Coach and Résumé Writer 15.12.2024 36:25
Ready to Take Your Job Search to the Next Level? Listen to This Must-Hear Episode with Mark Misiano! If you’re determined to land your dream job, score a big promotion, or make a career pivot, this episode of People in Transition with Mark Misiano is exactly what you need. Mark, the founder of RésuméReady, brings his expertise as a Certified Professional/Executive Résumé Writer and Certified Profe...
119. Scott Hulderson - Resume Support w/Certified Instruments to remove all guesswork 01.12.2024 33:01
In this episode of "People in Transition," we're thrilled to introduce Scott Hulderson, a true expert in the job search strategy and career transition. Scott combines years of experience, certified behavioral sciences, and psychology-based tools to provide unparalleled guidance for job seekers at every stage. Scott's approach is both engaging and effective, offering genuine sup...
118. Cecile Peterkin - Empowering Professionals & Aspiring Entrepreneurs 17.11.2024 33:48
Tune in to the “ People in Transition ” podcast for an interesting episode with Cecile Peterkin , founder and Chief Transformation Strategist at the Leadership Coaching Centre! Cecile brings over 22 years of experience as a powerhouse in confidence coaching and mentorship, having transformed the careers and lives of more than 1,000 professionals and entrepreneurs. Her unique approach—rooted in the...
117. Al Lichtenstein - HR Consultant and Career Coach 03.11.2024 31:24
Looking for actionable strategies to navigate your next career move? In this episode, I sit down with Al Lichtenstein , founder and principal of HR RESULTS, LLC. With decades of experience as a senior HR executive and career coach, Al offers a wealth of practical advice for both individuals and small businesses. Al's unique perspective comes from years of hands-on leadership in professional s...
116. Sean Wolpin - Transformative HR Leader: Driving Business Performance Through People 20.10.2024 28:02
In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Sean Wolpin, Vice President of Talent Operations at Prodege, who brings over two decades of expertise in Talent Acquisition, Compensation, and HR Systems. Sean is passionate about helping people find meaningful opportunities that allow them to thrive, and his insights are invaluable for anyone looking to land their next job. Throughout our conve...
115. Victoria Michaels - Career Coach • Job Search Strategies • Sales & Marketing 07.10.2024 36:16
Welcome to this episode of People in Transition ! Today, we’re excited to be joined by Victoria Michaels, an executive career coach who is passionate about helping senior professionals and executives navigate career transitions with confidence and clarity. Victoria has extensive experience working with leaders across a range of industries, including engineering, healthcare, marketing, and operatio...
114. Mark James - Executive Career Coach | Executive Recruiter | Author/Speaker 16.09.2024 34:11
In this episode, we sit down with Mark James, CPC, the founder and president of HIRE Consulting Services (HCS), established in 1999. Mark is a Certified Personnel Consultant with over 25 years of experience in Executive Career Management Coaching, Outplacement, and Executive Search Consulting. Mark is the author of three best-selling books, including his latest release, " The Recruiter Mindse...
113. Porschia Parker-Griffin 01.09.2024 34:03
Meet Porschia Parker-Griffin, Founder & CEO of Fly High Coaching Porschia Parker-Griffin is the visionary behind Fly High Coaching, where she empowers ambitious professionals and executives to elevate their careers. As a Professional Certified Coach, Myers-Briggs Type Indicator Master Practitioner, and Energy Leadership Index Master Practitioner, Porschia brings a wealth of expertise to her c...
112. Craig Meriwether - Mindset Coach | Clinical Hypnotherapist | Change Expert 18.08.2024 32:48
In this episode of "People in Transition," we dive into a conversation with Craig Meriwether, a seasoned mindset coach and Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist with over 12 years of experience. Craig specializes in helping individuals overcome negative emotions, trauma, and limiting beliefs to unlock their full potential. He is the founder of Arizona Integrative Hypnotherapy and a recognize...
111. Sarah JanTausch - Coach Creating Impact Through Values-Based Careers 04.08.2024 31:37
In this episode of "People in Transition," I had the pleasure of speaking with Sarah JanTausch, the Founder of SRJ Coaching and Consulting and the creator of the Values-Based-Career method. Sarah is an Executive & Career Coach, Speaker, and Trainer dedicated to helping individuals create values-based careers and uncover the hidden job market. She specializes in guiding career pivot...
110. Elizabeth Parsons - Author of "Encore: A High Achiever's Guide to Thriving in Retirement" 21.07.2024 34:31
Elizabeth Zelinka Parsons, J.D., is an accomplished lawyer, facilitator, author, speaker, Board Certified Coach, and the driving force behind multiple successful consulting firms. After a distinguished career at the international law firm of Milbank, Elizabeth shifted her focus to empowering others by leveraging her extensive professional experience. She co-founded Zelinka Parsons, a consulting...
109. Tania Chomyk - Founder: CEO of your Career.Life, Award Winning Speaker, Career Coach, Facilitator 07.07.2024 30:19
Join us for an enlightening episode of the "People in Transition" podcast featuring Tania Chomyk. With three decades of experience in higher education, Tania is a seasoned human resources professional, change catalyst, and expert in personal and professional growth. As the visionary behind "Be the CEO of Your Career/Life," she embodies self-leadership and empowers individuals...
108. Tom Powner - Executive Resume Writer ➜ Recruiter ● LinkedIn Trainer/Strategist 23.06.2024 31:05
In this episode, we feature a remarkable career transformation story that exemplifies the power of reinvention. After a successful 25-year career in business development, human resources, operations, and sales leadership, Tom Powner took a bold leap and founded Career Thinker Inc. His journey was fueled by years of encountering poorly written resumes, interviewing unprepared candidates, and hiring...
107. Dr. Kimberly Moore - Chief Innovator at Envision Moore Consulting 09.06.2024 31:06
In this episode of "People in Transition," we explore the dynamic world of workforce development, job transitions, and innovation with Dr. Kimberly Moore, Chief Innovator at Envision Moore Consulting Group. Dr. Moore's extensive background in workforce development, education, nonprofit management, and entrepreneurship provides a wealth of experience and insights. We discuss her jo...
106. Peter Cotton - Expert recruiter. I build companies and transform people’s lives 26.05.2024 27:57
Step into the world of career transitions with Peter C. Cotton, the seasoned President of Best Sales Talent, Inc., on "People in Transition"! Peter brings unparalleled expertise to the podcast with a remarkable background spanning over 54 years in sales, sales management, and marketing. Having thrived as an award-winning salesman and sales manager at Fortune 500 company, GAF, Peter tran...
105. Ed Hidalgo - Careers Leader 12.05.2024 36:14
Ed Hidalgo is an advisor, speaker, and trainer for school districts seeking to embed career-related teaching and learning within school culture. Ed's journey in career education began in 2016 at the University of San Diego, where he worked as the Director of the World of Work initiative with researchers, K12 leaders, and business partners to develop the theory of change for integrating care...
104. Kolby Goodman - Top LinkedIn Voice | Hiring, Employee Engagement, & Retention expert 28.04.2024 31:06
Kolby Goodman is the founder of the personal consulting and training firm The Job Hunter and has successfully provided career advancement programs and job satisfaction programs since 2013. His clients have landed amazing jobs at the nation's top companies, including Apple, Google, Amazon, Tesla, Workday, Salesforce, Qualcomm, Intuit, and ResMed. He's also partnered with Panasonic, Star...
103. Michelle Merritt - Executive Job Search, Interview, & Negotiation Exper 14.04.2024 31:10
In this episode of "People in Transition," we are joined by Michelle Merritt, a seasoned career consultant boasting two decades of corporate expertise across Fortune 500 recruitment, corporate culture leadership, and Chamber of Commerce engagement. With a holistic approach, Michelle guides executive leaders through every facet of the job search journey, from crafting impactful resumes to...
102. Meredith Stanley - Executive Recruiter | Tech, Hardware, Operations | Full-Cycle Tech Recruiting 31.03.2024 34:45
Join us this week on "People in Transition" with our guest, Meredith Stanley, an Executive Recruiter based in Denver, CO, specializing in talent acquisition, particularly within the tech sector. Currently leading hiring initiatives at Integrated People Solutions in Golden, CO, Meredith brings extensive experience recruiting for Managerial to C-Suite positions across industries such as a...
101. Dorothy Mashburn - Top Interview & Salary Negotiation Coach 17.03.2024 33:16
Unlock the secrets to mastering job interviews and confidently asserting your value with Dorothy Mashburn! Have you ever found yourself in these situations? · Feeling undervalued with a salary lower than your peers. · Watching others receive promotions while you remain unnoticed. · Excelling in your role without receiving due recognition. · Struggling with confidenc...
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