People in Transition

This episode features Derek Lundsten.  Derek is an entrepreneurial CEO at LifeGuides, a transformative platform for conscious leaders and values driven cultures, and Executive Chairman of Scrimmage, a modern mobile learning, development and training technology firm with a global footprint. He leads and supports dynamic growth businesses with a focus on serving all stakeholders, using business as a...

What a great episode with Tim Spiker, leadership advisor and author.  He shared so many great lessons that he has learned through his years of research and his own personal journey.  Some key points from this recording includes: * Practice - plan - get ready - do this over and over - and then deliver * If you have lost your job - a critical first step is to forgive yourself - this is a key to your...

Beverley Patwell is one of the world's foremost experts on organizational development and leading meaningful change/transition.  She is an author, coach and consultant.   In this episode, Beverley highlights when you are in transition, you need to CARE for yourself: C= be compassionate to yourself and others A= adapt and figure out what you need to do and then execute the plan R= follow a rou...

Justin Breen provides some tough, and direct, advice for people in transition today but, as you can hear in the recording, he  has a  great heart (clue of this big heart, his children playing in the background – just like many of us – this work arrangement is our new norm) and understands not everything is within our control, especially right now. Take a listen for solid lessons and takeaways from...

This episode features Nita Butler who has personal experiences of transitioning from event planning to brand strategy to going back to school to become an HR professional.  She shared so many great transition ideas: ·       Networking (even for introverts) can be made easier if you remember, what is the worst that can happen, the person does not respond – in which case, they are probably the wrong...

This episode features Michelle Smith who has personal experiences of transitioning between jobs and now helps others make this change easier and faster.  Michelle coaches’ people who have lost their job due to COVID to: ·       File for unemployment – you have earned it – use it ·       Try to stay positive – yes, your life has changed – but you have not, and you will find that next great opportun...

Jason started out in life wanting to be a truck driver, but several significant trigger points changed his trajectory and today he is a trained psychologist.  Jason gave so many useful tips to deal with these uncertain times: the rule of reciprocity in providing support - sometimes you are going to need to be the speaker and sometimes the listener maintaining an engaged workforce during these unse...

This episode is focused on helping college seniors move into their first job.  Thomas Goonan shares how to use a career center, professors and job boards.  He discusses how to make networking less of a dreadful activity, practicing for your telephone and in-person interview and using the S (situation), T (task), A (action) and R (results) in developing your story tool box to answer answer question...

Jamon discussed with us how, if you lost your job, you should try to find the positive in this and  turn the hardship into a blessing.  He reminded us to never burn bridges with employers or contacts.  He gave us some very useful information on crafting an effective elevator speech.  His coaching for an in-person interview is to: * be clear on why you want to work for this company  * what can you...

Justin has experience transition first hand.  He started his career wanting to be a photographer and through a number of transitions, he now works in the telecommunication industry.  Along the way, he has moved, been laid off and has drove Uber for 15 hours a day to keep his family feed, while he was looking for his next career opportunity.  He understands the importance of using social media to h...

Nick Dorsey has such a great attitude, a positive/can-do style and cares about people.  In this episode, Nick talks about what it feels like being unemployed, how to improve your skills for a telephone interview, the key to effective networking is to have a purpose, what should you do when you run across "trolls and haters", and ways to make the transition fun. His key take aways are: *...

Cori shared so many key points in this episode: To better prepare for transitions, you need to have a goal of where you are going. Social media can be a huge support group for someone in transition. To be effective in networking, you have to be willing to give. The most successful interviews are those with stories and personal touch added. Before you jump into an entrepreneurial role, make sure yo...

Our guest on this episode is Josh Fox.  Josh is more than a business owner - he is someone who cares about people, relationships, the world and all of the animals he has had in his life who have had an impact on him.   Josh shares how his philosophy of TGIM (thank god it is Monday) is important for people in transition.  This is used in his company where everyone writes down the "5-20 positiv...

Greg is an ordained Metaphysical Minister, acupuncturist (traditional Chinese medicine) and a clinical and medical hypnotist.  He has studied many other holistic treatment modalities, which he will use for patients when appropriate.  His personal mission, as a problem solver, is to help people feel better, naturally.  In this episode, Greg talks about ways people can stay focused and positive, eve...

Sabrina Runbeck, our guest this week, is a terrific speaker who helps overwhelmed young professionals to be BOTH - powerhouses in their career and passionate people in their life.  You will learn her 3-step system to help successfully overcome your personal workload which takes a toll on your  personal and professional life.  She is  on a mission to help each of us find that passion/energy/happine...

This is a great interview with Jerilynne who discusses: being kind to yourself  that all things, even bad things, are the recipes that make you who you are having a goal in mind before you use social media 2 ideas to help improve your resume and how to deal with gaps in your work history You won't want to miss this fun and informational episode - she knows how to navigate life and do it with...

Eric has many years as an HR executive, owner of his own company and executive search professional.  In this episode he discusses: what are things you should do right now if you lost your job techniques to use to handle the "stress" of a job search networking techniques how to prepare for an interview STAR technique in answering behavior based interview questions what does not work after...

In this episode, Dana shares her experiences in transition management, some of her key points include: * to better understand yourself - you need to understand your personal brand * seek out people who know you to support and provide guidance during your transition * positive attitude can overcome many issues - do the transition with enthusiasm  * if you have a "blemish" in your past wor...

Dr. Wiberg provides great thoughts on key issue in transition: own your strengths understanding your slaying story remember your past successes to help deal with Gremlins creating your elevator speech the edge introverts have in networking telephone interview tips building on your strengths In these difficult times - we need all the help we can get and Catherine will help you gain that edge you ar...

Listen to Pam discuss a number of key topics: * unemployment filing * taking time during transition to improve your skills * resume tips * phone interview techniques * how to gain information about industries and companies * positive mental attitude * networking skills She left saying - "transition can be the best thing that ever happened to you" and throughout the episode gave you skill...

In this episode,  we talk with JB, The Wizard who is a public speaker coach, actor from the "Prison Break", coach to CEO's and so much more.  You will hear about his coaching to each of us to get back to our positive state (even in these stressful times with COVID -19) and what your atomic core means for you, how do you network even if you are an introvert, finding the right company...

This is such an exciting episodes  - Denise Cooper talks about transition techniques, how to keep your negative emotions in check, hearing "in between the spaces" and G.R.A.C.E. - (listen to this 30 minute podcast for the definition).  If you are in transition or know someone who is - you won't want to miss this value packed episode. Send us Fan Mail

Listen to Janaed talk about his transition from studying actuary science (and being very unhappy pumping out spread sheet after spread sheet), to being self employed.   His company, NoDegree, works with companies that see past the college degree and looks at the whole person.  Janaed brings energy, wisdom and experience to the market place and shares many tips/techniques to those who are changing...

Dan discusses his experiences in coaching people in transition and his own transition.  He gives great advice on things to do in your search as well as things to not do.  At the end he gives a number of IT tools and readings to help you in your search. Send us Fan Mail

Discussion of Teresa's career in helping people make transitions to new roles.  Her experience is enhanced by her own personal transition experience.  Real actionable techniques to use in your transition. Send us Fan Mail