The Power of Owning Your Career Podcast

🚨 Why does hard work never seem to be enough? You're crushing it at your job. Delivering results. Yet somehow, you're still invisible when promotion conversations happen. Sound familiar? This week, Simone sits down with Lorraine Lee —LinkedIn's founding editor turned LinkedIn Learning powerhouse—who learned this lesson the hard way after being passed over for promotion despite years of excellence...

This is it—the Season 15 finale. And if you've been waiting for a sign to take control of your career FINALLY—THIS IS IT.   After 15 seasons and 200+ episodes, host Simone Morris is closing out this incredible chapter with the most important lesson of all:  You are the driver of your career. Not your boss. Not the economy. Not "luck." YOU.   In this powerful finale, Simone breaks down her game-cha...

Welcome to this week's episode of The Power of Owning Your Career Podcast! I'm your host, Simone E. Morris , and today's episode is a heartfelt celebration of gratitude and growth as we reflect on seven incredible years of the show. With over 200 episodes under our belt, we take you behind the scenes—from the origins of the podcast, born out of the book "The Power of Owning Your Career," to the po...

This week on the Power of Owning Your Career Podcast, host Simone Morris interviews Steve Jaffe—San Diego native, veteran marketer, and author of The Layoff Journey . Steve's story is a testament to resilience and reinvention, showing that setbacks can spark your greatest professional pivots. From launching his career in journalism to shaping iconic campaigns like "What Happens in Vegas Stays in V...

This week on the Power of Owning Your Career Podcast, host Simone Morris interviews Dr. Yosi Amram—licensed clinical psychologist, CEO, leadership coach, and pioneering researcher in spiritual intelligence. From his decorated beginnings as an Israeli military leader to founding and taking two tech companies public in Silicon Valley, Dr. Amram's career journey is a masterclass in growth, reinventio...

This week on the Power of Owning Your Career Podcast, host Simone Morris sits down with Kai-Nneka Townsend—a leadership, resilience, and burnout consultant whose global career journey has shaped her mission to help high-pressure industries achieve sustainable success without sacrificing wellbeing. As the founder of Rise by KCL, Kai-Nneka Townsend draws on lived experience in international developm...

This week on the Power of Owning Your Career Podcast, host Simone Morris welcomes Keith Willis— leadership expert, entrepreneur, and Founder of Core Management Training. Keith's journey is indicative of how careers thrive by intentional design, not by chance. Starting out as a U.S. Army Junior Officer, Keith made the leap to corporate America through the Cameron-Brooks Development & Preparation Pr...

This week on the Power of Owning Your Career Podcast, host Simone Morris welcomes Fadjanie Cadet, seasoned HR and inclusion strategist, author of "In First Place," and self-proclaimed Chief Change Experience Officer. Fadjanie's remarkable journey—from her upbringing as a first-generation Haitian American to leading talent engagement and culture transformation at top companies—offers essential less...

This week on the Power of Owning Your Career Podcast, host Simone Morris welcomes Charlotte Dales, co-founder and CEO of Inclusively, for a lively and insightful discussion on charting your own course and building inclusive workplaces. Charlotte shares her remarkable journey—from banking at Deutsche Bank to starting successful companies and sparking positive change after being inspired by her cous...

Welcome to another insightful episode of The Power of Owning Your Career podcast! This week, host Simone E. Morris is joined by Goldie Chan—dubbed "The Oprah of LinkedIn," acclaimed author of Personal Branding for Introverts , and founder of the award-winning social strategy agency Warm Robots. In this vibrant conversation, Goldie shares her inspiring and unconventional career journey—from dreamin...

🎉 Welcome to Season 15! Ready to take control of your career and accelerate your professional growth? In this milestone premiere episode, discover nine actionable strategies that will transform your professional journey—including the game-changing power of betting on yourself. Whether you're seeking more confidence, planning a career pivot, or looking for fresh motivation, these insights will hel...

Welcome to another powerful episode of  The Power of Owning Your Career  podcast! Have you ever wondered what it truly takes to pivot from a successful corporate path to building your own empire, all while navigating life's biggest challenges? This week, host Simone E. Morris interviews the phenomenal  Dr. Cree Scott —founder and CEO of Serenity Psy Consulting, an executive coach, and a consulting...

Are you feeling stuck in your career, wondering how to truly take the reins and drive your own destiny? In this powerful episode of The Power of Owning Your Career, host Simone E. Morris sits down with the brilliant  Amira Barger , Executive Vice President and Head of DEI Advisory at Edelman and author of the upcoming, must-read book, The Price of Nice: Why Comfort Keeps Us Stuck and Four Actions...

Take control of your career path! In this vibrant episode of The Power of Owning Your Career Podcast, Simone E. Morris interviews Elizabeth Lotardo, a renowned consultant, LinkedIn Learning instructor, Harvard Business Review contributor, and author of the new book Leading Yourself: Find More Joy, Meaning and Opportunities in the Job You Already Have (Despite Imperfect Bosses, Weird Economies, Let...

Episode Overview: Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Power of Owning Your Career podcast! This week, host Simone Morris sits down with the dynamic Jackie Grice, speaker, bestselling co-author, and CEO who built a multimillion-dollar transportation company from the ground up. Jackie shares her remarkable journey, including transitioning from dreams of becoming a judge to thriving as an ent...

Welcome to another insightful episode of the Power of Owning Your Career podcast! This week, host Simone Morris sits down with the ever-authentic Jeff Davis, award-winning author, professional speaker, consultant, and mental health advocate. Known as "Mr. Mountaintop" for his deep insights and realness, Jeff returns to the show to discuss his upcoming book,  The Courage to Leave: Breaking Free fro...

Welcome to this week's episode of The Power of Owning Your Career Podcast! Today, Simone E. Morris is joined by the inspiring Dr. Anne Welsh—a psychologist, executive coach, and consultant dedicated to empowering women leaders and supporting working parents. With a rich background at Harvard and deep expertise in maternal mental health, Dr. Welsh shares her unique journey from early ambitions in m...

Welcome back to The Power of Owning Your Career Podcast!  In this episode, host Simone Morris sits down with technology executive Irina Dymarsky, a trailblazer known for leading complex, transformative initiatives and currently serving as the head of IT at Avixa. Irina opens up about her career journey—from a childhood ambition of becoming a business executive to navigating the zigzags of corporat...

Welcome back to The Power of Owning Your Career Podcast! In this special encore episode, host Simone Morris revisits a powerful conversation with Bhavna Bartholf, a trailblazing leader who spent over two decades at Microsoft and is now Executive Vice President of Commercial Sales and Strategy at another top organization. Bhavna takes us on an inspiring journey from her upbringing in India, where s...

In an engaging return to The Power of Owning Your Career Podcast, Simone Morris reconnects with the brilliant Bridgett McGowen, renowned for her expertise in communication and presentation skills. This episode is packed with invaluable insights on how to own your professional narrative in today's competitive landscape. Simone and Bridgett delve into the power of storytelling with "receipts," maste...

Welcome to The Power of Owning Your Career Podcast This week, host Simone E. Morris shares her journey to help you take control of your career. She explores the transformative power of being in the "driver's seat" and shows how taking ownership—rather than remaining passive—can dramatically change your professional trajectory.   Based on Season 14's experiences, Simone candidly discusses her early...

Ready to revolutionize your career strategy? This week's "The Power of Owning Your Career " features Hector Pachas, a headshot photographer who's more than just a visual storyteller – he's a career catalyst! Dive into his inspiring pandemic-driven pivot, learning how he leveraged his IT background to redefine personal branding through powerful, personality-driven photos and expert facial expressio...

Welcome to this week's inspiring episode of The Power of Owning Your Career podcast. Today, we're thrilled to welcome Matt Stephenson, the CEO and co-founder of Code to College. Based in Austin, Texas, Code to College is making a powerful impact by creating a national network of diverse college-going technical talent. Their mission? To empower high school students, primarily Black, Brown, and girl...

Welcome to this week's exciting episode of The Power of Owning Your Career Podcast! I'm thrilled to bring you a dynamic and insightful conversation with Kira Deneen, a seasoned genetics counselor and the brilliant mind behind the popular DNA Today podcast. And here's a special treat – this was a live recording! Head over to our YouTube Channel to watch the full episode. We're diving deep into Kira...

Welcome back to the Power of Owning Your Career Podcast! Simone Morris is joined by Dan Castle, a 30-year career veteran with a story you won't want to miss. From astronaut dreams to tech leadership, Dan's journey is a masterclass in embracing change and leveraging your strengths. He'll share his invaluable insights on career strategy, networking, and standing firm on your values. Get ready for a...