Tips for the Transition | The Career Roadmap

We frequently talk about self-care on this show because busy professional women like us need to hear about it, sometimes more than once, and get different perspectives and approaches. Change can be terrifying, but there are moments in our lives where change is exactly what we need. We’re all different. Our situations are different. And what changes work for me may not work for you.  But it’s essen...

We must strike a delicate balance between career and caregiving, especially when the need arises unexpectedly. And because we must have open and honest discussions at home and work about the impact of caregiving, I invited Kelli Bradley to join us. She has been there and walks the talk. Kelli is the founder and creator of The Devoted Daughter, an organization helping women find solutions to caregi...

Do you regularly make deposits in your savings account, college fund, or retirement plan? All of these are great practices, but what about investing in your mental and physical well-being? In this podcast episode, certified health coach and licensed professional counselor, Gina Ramirez, guides us through the importance of making daily deposits in our personal well-being bank. Gina shares her perso...

"Career Magic" is the key to unlocking a fulfilling and joyful work life, according to best-selling author and expert Patty Lennon. In her book "Make Space For Magic," Patty shares her unique approach of blending brain science and metaphysics to help individuals create their own career magic and turn their dreams into reality. As a keynote speaker, certified coach, and founder...

Have you ever noticed a repeating pattern in your career or relationships? Are you constantly attracted to toxic situations and not sure why? This could be a result of early trauma affecting your career choices. In this episode, we dive into the topic of trauma and career choices with special guest Stacy Backauskas — known as Staci B. She is an expert in helping people understand the impact of ear...

Not all of you are at the stage of considering the transition into retirement, but I’ll bet you know someone who is. And the kinds of questions that come up for those preparing for the transition into retirement can be very similar to the ones we ask ourselves in a mid-career transition. For instance, Who Am I—now that things are changing? And is this all there is? So, what you’ll hear from our ne...

Are you a busy career woman struggling to find the balance between your demanding job, family and caregiving responsibilities, and daily distractions? If so, you're not alone, as many women struggle to achieve work-life balance in today's fast-paced world. That's why I'd like to introduce you to Mridu Parikh, a former professional organizer and founder of Life Is Organized. Mri...

Let's delve into practical strategies for successfully navigating a career transition and making bold moves in both your career and life. Our guest, Gina Casbarro, has a captivating story of personal growth and transformation, leading her to become a certified Life Designer™ coach and feng shui consultant. With her experience, she now helps others design a life and space that aligns with thei...

Join me as I sit down with Tess Zigo to discuss her journey of making a successful career transition. After nearly a decade in corporate finance, Tess knew it was time for a change. She sought the help of a coach and went through a process of discovery that eventually led her to her true calling as a certified financial planner. With her background in finance and passion for helping women gain con...

Join me in this episode as I talk about a career transition story of Joanne Kaminski, a former teacher and reading specialist who had to shift gears from teaching to starting her own online business. After going through trial and error, she discovered her next best move and now she is the founder of the Online Tutor Coach, where she empowers other tutors to attract more students and grow their bus...

Join us today as we introduce you to Megan Smiley, a woman who experienced the feeling of being stuck in her career as a corporate attorney. Her identity and definition of success were closely tied to her profession, but she found herself just going through the motions, asking "Is this all there is?" In this episode, we delve into Megan's journey and explore how she made the career...

Do you feel like your job is draining the life out of you? Are you struggling with job dissatisfaction and burnout? You're not alone. In this episode, we're joined by Angela Wilson, a top expert in career transition, coaching, and mentoring. With years of experience helping women navigate unexpected career changes, Angela shares her insights and strategies to help you avert a career cris...

Are you feeling stuck in your career and unsure about your career vision? Do you need to take a step back and reevaluate your direction? In this episode, we’re joined by Katrina McGhee, a Career Break and Sabbatical Coach who helps mid-career women design bold and transformational life breaks to create happier and more fulfilling lives. With an MBA and years of experience in life coaching, Katrina...

Are you a woman in business feeling overwhelmed and tired? Do you feel like you've reached your limit, and nothing seems to work? In this episode, we welcome Sarah Walton, a business mentor and expert in women's empowerment, who shares her knowledge and experience in helping hundreds of women start and grow businesses they love. With her extensive background working with startups and lar...

In this episode, we explore the powerful topic of finding your voice with Melanie Wood. Melanie shares her personal experiences with fear of using her voice, losing it, and ultimately finding it again. She's now an International Communication & Leadership Speaker and a best-selling author who teaches business leaders how to step up, step out, and lead using their voice. Melanie's imp...

In this episode, we feature Anke Menzler, a career coach for women who comes to us from Marbach, Germany. Anke's passion is coaching purposeful and driven women who want to make a significant impact in their chosen professions. Her clients are ambitious, heart-centered, and soul-driven, and she helps them design their careers to live a life full of passion, joy, and abundance. Anke not only c...

I hope you joined us last week for Part One of my conversation with Dr. Amy Beacom. We talked about the issues and opportunities working parents face when navigating parental leave within their careers. If you haven’t, be sure to check it out. We talked about how states and companies implement parental leave policies—if they even exist—and how companies and working parents put parental leave into...

In this episode, we talk about parental leave and how it impacts working parents. You get to hear from two women experts who built a company and wrote the book to help working parents like you. And there’s so much to talk about that we’re breaking the conversation into two episodes. So, eavesdrop on Part One. Their company is the Center for Parental Leave Leadership, and the book they co-authored...

In this episode, we explore the theme of inclusivity with Nisha Anand, a national leader for social and racial justice. Nisha shares her personal journey of feeling like a misfit and how it inspired her to become radically inclusive. She has become known for cultivating unlikely partnerships and pushing change-makers to design more inclusive movements. As Dream Corps’ CEO, Nisha guides a team of e...

In this episode, we focus on career transition and introduce you to Diane Pleuss, also known as The Franchise Fitter. Since 2004, Diane has helped hundreds of people find their perfect-fit franchise opportunity. Franchises are often associated with fast food, but Diane emphasizes that there are many options beyond burgers and fries. She matches clients with the right fit and provides guidance to a...

Are you a woman considering a career change? Do you feel stuck in your current job and unsure of your next steps? Then this episode is for you. My guest, Lee Chaix McDonough, is the CEO and Founder of Coach With Clarity, a training and education company that helps individuals navigate career changes. As a bestselling author and host of the Coach with Clarity podcast, Lee has extensive experience i...

In this episode, we dive deep into a topic that is essential for anyone who wants to stand out in their field - Your Personal Brand. I'm excited to bring you Sarah Ehlinger, an award-winning designer, creative director & brand strategist, who has worked with billion-dollar companies before starting her own business. She's also the host of the "Brand Spanking You Podcast." T...

Welcome to this episode where my guest and I share a passion for guiding people through tough career transitions so they can transition and thrive. Robin Merle is a certified fundraising executive for billion-dollar organizations and an expert in career transition. She is the award-winning author of Involuntary Exit, A Woman’s Guide to Thriving After Being Fired, which is an essential resource for...

Are you a working mother looking to work from home? Giving up a well-paying corporate job with great benefits to stay home and raise your family is a scary proposition. But if you're looking for a way to make the transition and thrive, listen up, because my guest today did exactly that. Whitney Bonds is a former marketing manager who decided to explore the option to work from home when she wa...

Do you feel like you're constantly running on a hamster wheel? Do you find yourself on autopilot just to get through the day? Are you wearing burnout and overwhelm as a badge of honor? It's time to redefine success and break free from the cycle. Laura Rubin, a reformed hustle bunny and joy seeker, knows what it's like to ride the hustle train until you're burnt out. She made th...