The Caroline Pennington Show

Text me! Do you have boundaries in your life? Boundaries must exist in both our personal and professional lives. In today's episode, I unpack the importance of setting boundaries in all sections of your life. I share my own journey of learning to establish boundaries and provide tips on how to create and maintain them. I also touch on  the concept of human design and the Enneagram as tools fo...

Text me! Are you in a season of life where you are struggling with confidence either professionally or personally? In today's episode, Dr. Brandy Stamper and I discuss how to cultivate success on your own terms in a way that feels authentic, fun and sustainable so that you can expand your income, influence and impact without compromising who you are or what matters most. Takeaways Confidence...

Text me! How often do we get caught up in our head or talk ourselves out of doing that thing? Whether it's starting a business, or learning a new hobby or learning a new skill or having the courage to reach out to that potential client....making these decisions to do the hard things can be daunting. We've all been there and today's episode is all about focusing on taking small steps...

Text me! Have you ever wondered what is the difference between a good leader and a great leader? In today's episode, Ally Stone and I talk through the strategies and practical insights for effective leadership. Ally shares her journey in hospitality leadership and offers insights on culture, leadership, and personal growth. She emphasizes the importance of leading oneself and fostering connec...

Text me! One of the best investments you can make is in yourself. That looks different to different people, but we all need to make this a priority in our life. In this episode, I talk about my personal journey with investing in myself both personally and professionally. I talk through the different areas that have been game changers when it comes to growth.  I  also highlight the value of being i...

Text me! Are you active on LinkedIn or a lurker?👀 A lurker is someone who has an account set up, regularly logs on, but never engages with others.  LinkedIn is a social media platform, which means you are supposed to engage with each other. Yes, it's the largest professional networking site in the world, but there is also a  ton of opportunity to expand your professional network on the platf...

Text me! Are you ready to explore the power of LinkedIn? I made the decision to be active on LinkedIn exactly one year ago and it literally changed my life. ❤ LinkedIn has evolved from a platform for job seekers looking for jobs and companies hiring to a full-blown professional networking website. With 1B users and 130 million active daily users there is a HUGE opportunity to be SEEN 👀 In today&a...

Text me! Are you setting and achieving goals in your life? This could be a professional goal or a personal one. We've all been there... new year, new goals. But are you really holding yourself accountable and moving the needle every single day to work towards making it happen? In today's episode, I sit down with goal setting and accountability coach, Jen Laffin.  Jen explains that settin...

Text me! Have you ever experienced imposter syndrome? Guilty over here, I definitely have!! In today's short episode I talk through steps that I take to overcome imposter syndrome and get started working towards my goals.  Thanks for listening, I'm so happy you are here!  Support the show LINKS TO FREEBIES BELOW: WEEKLY NEWSLETTER where I share all the tips and tricks on how to grow orga...

Text me! Do you ever have that inner voice telling you that you were made for more? In today's episode, Audrina Blackburn shares her career journey from professional ballroom dancer to corporate executive to full-time entrepreneur. She discusses the skills she transferred from dancing to her corporate career, the lessons she learned in corporate America, and the importance of listening to fee...

Text me! Hi Friend! After dropping the question box in my IG stories, I got a lot of feedback from you guys on what you wanted to hear about in solo episodes. So, in this solo episode, I discuss the topic of quitting a job that you're not passionate about anymore. I emphasize the importance of listening to your inner voice and understanding the driving factors behind your desire for change. I...

Text me! Have you ever wondered exactly how to utilize AI to help grow your business? We've all heard the good and the bad about AI and everyone seems to have an opinion on it. In today's episode, I sit down with AI and Automation Expert Alane Boyd to talk through exactly how she's embraced AI to grow and scale multiple companies. We discuss: How to use AI to increase connection The...

Text me! Have you ever wondered why some people thrive in their careers while others flounder? Childhood trauma can hold you back professionally and it can rear it's ugly head in your career if you let it. Today Deborah Volkman-Brown, PCC and I discuss what exactly you can do to overcome it and not let it hold you back professionally.  We discuss: Reversing Thought Patterns Understanding the...

Text me! Have you ever wondered what makes a great leader? Great leaders create irresistible culture that drives results. And great leaders are not just born, they are created though years of experience, their ability to pivot, tough decision making,  professional development and coaching. In today's episode, Lyndsay Dowd and I discuss: The benefits of leading with heart The BEST question a l...

Text me! Are you in a season of change professionally? Maybe you are looking for a new job or were recently laid off. We all go through seasons of change and when we are in these seasons, it's helpful to know and learn the skills necessary to navigate to the other side. In today's episode, I had the opportunity to sit down with Lisa Stryker. Lisa is a certified coach, trainer and speaker...

Text me! Unpopular Opinion: Most people do not know what they are doing when it comes to interviewing potential employees. Just because you have a have a Manager, Director, VP or C-Suite title does not make you qualified to interview potential employees. The reality is that most people have not been trained or taught exactly how to interview a potential employee. The good news- it's a skill y...

Text me! Are you spinning your wheels trying to recruit and hire for your team? Trust me, we've all been there. It's what I call the "hiring headache". If you have an opening on your team but have no clue where to start, this is for you If you have an opening on your team, but no candidates to show for it, this is for you If you have been interviewing for your opening, but have...

Text me! Have you ever wondered why happiness in the workplace matters? It matters because it has a rippling effect on recruiting, retention, company culture, productivity, profitability, sales  and overall well being of a company's health. Healthy companies have high preforming teams, high preforming profits and low turnover. In this episode, Jessica Weiss and I unpack why it is so important...

Text me! Have you ever wondered, what does human resources actually do? Most people have no clue the scope of work that falls within the realm of Human Resources. Typically it includes areas such as recruiting, hiring, employee relations, company culture, leadership and development training, benefits and sometimes even payroll. Today Michelle Aronson discuss all of the things and why exactly Human...

Text me! Are you interested in learning how to negotiate your next salary increase? That's a no brainer! If you are in process of making a job change, chances are you are leaving money on the table. Learning now to negotiate  more money, more benefits and more time off is literally a game changer. In today's episode I have Keri-Lynne Shaw with me. Keri-Lynne is a fractional Chief People...

Text me! Have you ever felt stuck in your professional career? At some level, I think we all have.  Sallie is an amazing example of someone who went to law school to be an attorney, had a very successful career as an employment lawyer, but felt called to do something completely different. In today's episode, we talk through listening to your inner voice, being okay with hearing no and gaining...

Text me! Are you experiencing a season of change? Maybe you are bored in your current role and open to new opportunities or know that you've maxed out where you are at. In today's episode change expert and entrepreneur Amy Horner and I talk through how to embrace change with stride.  Amy is a strategic change and organizational transformation expert. She is also a mentor, board member, a...

Text me! Have you ever wondered how to leave your corporate role and dive into entrepreneurship? In this episode Lindsay May and I discuss all the things when it comes to walking away from your corporate salary, having the courage to leave a comfortable career and finding your community. Lindsay May is an award-winning, strategic marketing leader with 15+ years of experience scaling businesses fro...

Text me! Have you ever wondered how a Chief Marketing Officer does it all? Priscilla and I break down all of the benefits as to why every CMO needs a Chief of Staff.  Priscilla is an executive Chief of Staff to CMOs, with a rich background in the advertising industry. Her career spans significant roles at large agencies such as McCann, Havas, and Ketchum. Starting in production, Priscilla quickly...

Text me! Are you actively or passively job searching? If so, you need to make sure your LinkedIn profile is optimized to attract Recruiters and Hiring Managers to your profile. In this episode, I go over the 5 pillars that you need to set your LinkedIn profile up for success. Click HERE for more! Your LinkedIn profile is your digital resume, so it needs to be optimized to attract hiring managers a...