The Career Adulting Podcast

Carlo and Lindsay wrap of the crazy, wacky career year world of what was 2023. Where we are heading career-wise and tips and tricks on where to focus in the new year..

In this episode, Carlo discusses how to optimize your resume for the position that you are seeking. How to create AN IMPACTFUL RESUME that could increase opportunities for you.

In this episode of the Career Adulting Podcast, Carlo discusses what you should think about when your choice is to accept either the Job of your dreams or taking the job that will pay more.     

In this episode, Carlo discussed how to handle the "why did you leave your last job" question if you were fired or laid off so you are not defensive and can focus on your skills and what you bring. Also, he gives you ONE tip to speed up your job search and get to offer stage faster!

In this episode of the Career Adulting Podcast Carlo and Lindsey talk about the fears that keep us from moving forward in our careers. How can we identify what those fears are and create a plan to move forward ... Support us on Patreon! The Career Adulting Podcast Thank you..

Studies say that if you schmooze with the boss you are more likely to get promoted and recognition. The problem is, people just aren't doing the social stuff they used to do prior to the pandemic.  In this podcast Carlo and Lindsey talk about the death of schmoozing at work, the reasons why this is happening and what you can do to make sure that you are properly schmoozing during work time. 

In this episode, Carlo talks about how to structure your interview presentation in such a way so that you deliver a presentation in an interview that is compelling, focused, and engaging to the point where the company will have NO CHOICE but to hire you.  Reach out and say hi! careeradulting@gmail.com   Support Us on Patreon.com.    

In this episode, Carlo and Lindsey discuss how to best prepare yourself to approach your manageR and ask for a raise. What type of preparation do you need to do, what data should you be examining, and what to do in case someone says "No" to you or "Yes, but not now..." Support Us on Patreon.com Email us at careeradulting@gmail.com   THANK YOU ALL FOR YOUR SUPPORT  

In this episode, Carlo and Lindsey discuss lessons we can learn from the incredible success of singer, songwriter, performer, business woman Taylor Swift.  Is it possible to follow in her footsteps and forge a path to success in your own career using some of her business principles and strategies? We think so... Support us on Patreon.com 

In this episode, Carlo and Lindsey discuss how you can pre-prepare for you vacation, take the steps you need, in advance to ensure that people are bugging you 24/7 while you are supposed to be relaxing and spending time with friends and family (or alone) and most importantly, NOT FEEL GUILTY ABOUT IT.  Please don't forget to subscribe.  Leave us a review! Follow us on Patreon.com: The Career Adult...

In this episode, Lindsey and Carlo discuss the effects of burnout. Hoe to recognize if you are in Burnout phase and some action you can take to break the burnout cycle and continue moving forward in your career.    Support Us on Patreon. Patreon.com Search on the Career Adulting Podcast. Thank you. 

In this episode, Carlo discusses why we feel the way we do when we are "rejected" for a new job or a promotional opportunity in your company, or another company. And, the steps you can take to get moving forward again quickly.  Support Us On Patreon! Thank you.. www.patreon.com Search Career Adulting Podcast

Does your manager still view you as an intern, or hourly wage office secretary, meanwhile you're ready for a managerial position? Is this holding you back from getting recognition for your contributions at work and pay increases? In this podcast, Carlo and Lindsey discuss things that you can start doing today to change your image at work so that you can get noticed.    Carlo's Web Page    

In this episode, Carlo and Lindsey talk about what makes a person toxic in the office, and how to recognize and deal with them. Of course, neither of us have ever worked with a toxic person or persons, but we know people who have... 

In this quick episode, Carlo discusses fake job ads, why they exist, how to determine if they are fake and some techniques to blast through the fake ads and find out which one's are the real deal..

In this episode, Carlo and Lindsey talk about how to take practical action in your job to increase your value to your company and set yourself up for more pay. 

So your boss, or another leader has asked you take on additional responsibilities at work, or to take a completely different job "temporarily". Should you immediately say yes, so they will like you and you will feel accepted, or perhaps, ask a few questions to find out more about this "temporary role"? Listen and find out.    Patreon: the career adulting podcast

In this episode, Carlo talks about why we feel uncomfortable bragging about ourselves and why it is your responsibility to do so  - for yourself as well as for people around you.    Support on Patreon: https://patreon.com/careeradultingpodcast?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=join_link

In this episode, Carlo discusses how to objectively evaluate your latest salary increase (if you received one), where do you fall on the scale. Why non-compete agreements are back in the news and how they keep salaries artificially lower and lastly, if you are looking for a new job in 2023, but need to stay in your current job just a little longer while you search, some tricks to keep you sane. 

In this episode, Carlo takes you through ten questions that you need to ask yourself to evaluate your success in your career this year. Whether you're on the right track or maybe it's time to make a change happen. 

80% of people indicate they they would prefer to work for a male boss as opposed to a Female boss. In this podcast Carlo has some thoughts around this phenomenon and what you can do if you find yourself in the 80%, but you have a female boss.  A sensitive topic for sure. Enjoy! 

 In this episode, Carlo discusses the hidden job market, what is it, why it exists and how much of an impact it can have on your career. Also, he goes over some steps you can take today to get started and it'll only take you about 20 minutes a week.     

In this podcast episode Carlo and Lindsey discuss a podcast listener's work situation including are they working in a bad company/culture, mixed messages from managers, lack of pay increases and how to deal with the guilt of wanting to quit.     

In this episode, Carlo discusses three steps you need to take in order to change from one career path or from one industry to another to minimize rejections and maximize the time you spend on your search. 

In this episode, Carlo discusses the reasons why people get stuck int their careers and how to begin to take steps to get out of the rut of overthinking and procrastination.