The Career PROgressions Podcast

How well is the company you’re working for setting you up for success in your current role and preparing you for roles that could be a great fit for you in the future? On the other hand, what are you doing to position yourself for professional growth? Professional development is one of the five career drivers we emphasize all the time and is a cornerstone of long-term career success. It’s not just...

The movie True Grit was number one at the box office in 1969 with John Wayne in the lead role and once again when the story was adapted in 2010 with Jeff Bridges reprising the role of gritty Rooster Cogburn. Although the movie’s title suited the grizzled and hard-drinking US Marshall, it wasn’t really about him. Instead, it was about the young 14-year-old Mattie Ross who was determined to bring he...

Legendary NBA coach Phil Jackson led the Chicago Bulls to six championships and the LA Lakers to five. Do you know what was a fundamental key to his teams’ successes? MINDSET. Jackson would have his players participate in group meditations and focus on visualizing successful plays and outcomes. This practice helped the players develop a calm, centered mindset, allowing them to perform under pressu...

What do Tom Hanks, Michelle Obama, Ryan Reynolds, Lady Gaga, and Albert Einstein have in common? All of them have stated publicly at some point they felt like an imposter. In other words, they felt inadequate or unworthy of their success or position. People suffering with imposter syndrome are all around you. The list includes many well-known business people and very likely many of the successful...

Imagine you’re at a crowded industry conference, a little unsure where to start or whom to talk to. You spot someone alone at a coffee stand and decide to say hello. Lo and behold, that brief interaction leads to a job offer, a career change, or maybe a lifelong mentorship. It's the power of networking – transforming a simple moment into a significant opportunity. On this episode of The Career...

Do you remember the age of the "good old boy" network? At the time it was a staple of the workplace culture, often characterized by exclusivity and informality. This network was known for its power to boost careers and open doors—but only for a select few. Despite its negative aspects, the network's core feature was its strong advocacy and protection for its members. Ironically, if t...

In a world where job searches can often feel like a compromise, perhaps we need a reminder about the power of staying true to our core beliefs. When values matter, success and employee satisfaction flourish. On this episode, we’re going to immerse ourselves in values. Mark is joined by Daniel Aronson, the founder of Valuetis, which specializes in creating value through sustainability and responsib...

It’s no secret I’m a huge believer that the first thing a career-minded professional needs to get clear about is how they bring value and what truly motivates them about their work. Being clear on this is imperative if they want to pursue a career that allows them to operate at their very best. On this episode of The Career PROgressions Podcast, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession joins us for a relevant co...

Emotional intelligence is becoming a highly sought after skill in the workplace. The ability to recognize, understand, manage, and reason with one’s own emotions and those of others is incredibly valuable. Often, the ability to be successful doing this relies on one’s ability to say the right things at the right time in the right way. On this episode, our guest is author, speaker, and CEO of Let&#...

Lou Adler has been a thought leading legend in the TA field for years. His insights about performance based interviewing have improved the hiring process in companies all over the globe. Are you ready to interview with a company that's adopted his approach? If you're not sure, don't miss this episode of the Career PROgressions Podcast! Order his wildly successful book Hire with Your He...

How can I use the LinkedIn algorithm to reach a bigger audience? How might AI disrupt LinkedIn? Are their competitors to LinkedIn rising that will surpass its value in the future? What's LinkedIn even going to look like in the future? Andy Foote and I will tackle these questions and more in the second part of our conversation on the Career PROgressions podcast.

LinkedIn has become an indispensable tool for job seekers and professionals worldwide. Did you know that an astonishing 77 job applications are submitted on LinkedIn every second? This staggering statistic underscores the platform's pivotal role in the job market today​​. Moreover, the platform's efficiency is highlighted by the fact that every minute, 6 people are hired through LinkedIn....

Are you struggling to find rewarding work? Have you considered it might be hiding behind your personality? On this episode of The Career Progressions Podcast, the author of the book “Do What You Are” joined me in a conversation about how your personality can unlock the career of your dreams. Paul Tieger has dedicated over four decades to applying the Jung/Myers model that aims to enhance people’s...

According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average person now changes jobs an estimated 12 times during their career. And, in the last few years, the US has averaged around 21-22 million layoffs a year. That means at some point most of us will be looking for new work and that search could be quite stressful and intense. That's why it's important to consider the psychology of the j...

LinkedIn is hands down the most powerful tool for job seekers and career-minded professionals. It recently crossed 1 billion users in 200 countries. 65 million job seekers visit LinkedIn jobs every week and members submit 140 job applications every second. But, if you’re a job seeker trying to get noticed by recruiters and the companies you want to work for, how in the world do you stand out in su...

You might believe you're the best candidate for the job you want, but can you prove it?! Confidence and charisma are very important to bring with you to an interview, but don't forget to also bring the facts. You can tell me how awesome you are, but the difference between getting the job and being a runner up often boils down to how well you can articulate the stories and statistics that p...

Did you know that according to a report by the World Economic Forum, 85 million jobs might be displaced by machines in the next five years? But, did you also know that 97 million new roles may emerge that are more adapted to the new division of labor between humans, machines, and algorithms? That’s a lot of job reshuffling! As the lines between human jobs and technology blur, it raises a critical...

On this episode, we’re going to talk about a topic that makes a lot of professionals uncomfortable...networking. If networking makes your skin crawl, you’re going to want to dial in and be ready to take some notes. Our special guest, Ryan McKinney, has two decades of leadership experience, and he says he’s got a networking strategy that’s actually fun and truly more effective. In addition, he’s go...

I recently heard a story about a candidate who wanted to call out their ability to have great attention to detail on their resume. The only problem was…they misspelled the word "detail”. How ironic is that?! These little slip-ups can absolutely tank you with recruiters and hiring managers. Do you have something hiding in your resume that’s holding you back? If you’re not sure, you’ll definite...

How would you quantify things are going with your work these days? Are you frustrated, feeling unappreciated or just not feeling like you’re doing the kind of work you were made to do? Or, perhaps have you been forced by circumstances beyond your control into a season of life where you’re not working and though you're scared and worried about your financial stability, you really don’t want to...

This episode is a REVEALTalent Focused Conversation. We’re going to do a deep dive into the world of pharmaceuticals. In an era marked by remarkable technological advancements and transformative shifts in healthcare, the pharmacy landscape has undergone a remarkable metamorphosis. Over the past ten years, we have witnessed a multitude of changes that have revolutionized the way pharmacies operate...

Since before most of us were born, science fiction shows have showcased artificial intelligence working alongside mankind to save the day. But...now that it has truly arrived in the real world, many of us are understandably a bit nervous about if it will be friend or foe. Have you thought about the impact AI is going to have on your job or your job search? On this episode of the #careerprogression...

We continue our conversation with Dr. Marshall Goldsmith about his new book The Earned Life . In this episode, Marshall and Mark explore the goal of an earned life and how to combat what Marshall refers to as the " Great Western Disease " which is clinging to the idea that "I will be happy when..." Tune in to learn more about how you can earn the career and life of your dreams!

Often the reason we feel stuck in our careers or get trapped in a long job search is simply because we struggle with committing to what we want our life’s work to be. We also may be missing out on an exciting new direction in our career because we’re more focused on avoiding regret instead of being open to opportunities. So, how do we change our paradigm to unlock a career of fulfillment? Dr. Mars...