Career By Design

Career By Design

By Prerika AgarwalBusinessCareers
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Career By Design episodes

  • Episode 407: Mastering Your Time and Value

    In this episode of Career by Design, we are joined by the incredible Clara Capano, a leadership expert, speaker, and coach dedicated to helping professionals achieve harmony between their work and personal lives. With decades of experience in leadership development, Clara offers practical tools that empower individuals to take control of their time and priorities.

    Key Takeaways from the Episode:

    1. The Importance of Rest and Recovery

    2. Articulating Value

    3. Tracking and Measuring Success

    4. Celebrate Wins

    5. Time Blocking for Success

      6. Additional Lessons:

      • Align Your Schedule with Your Energy

      • Setting Boundaries


        • #LeadershipTips

        #TimeManagement

        #ValueArticulation

        #PersonalGrowth

        #ProfessionalDevelopment

        #WorkLifeBalance

        #ClarityModel

        #SuccessStrategies

        #ProductivityHacks

        #CareerAdvice

        #ClaraCapano

        #PodcastEpisode

        #SelfImprovement

        #LeadershipDevelopment

        #GoalSetting

        22 min
      • Episode 406: Design your personal brand for results

        A Conversation with Shantel Love on Personal Branding

        In this insightful interview, Prerika Agarwal delves into the significance of personal branding for diverse professionals with Shantel Love.

        Key Takeaways:

        1. Authenticity Drives Success: Building a personal brand that truly reflects who you are and what you stand for is the key to long-term success.
        2. Strategic Presence Over Constant Activity: You don’t need to be online all the time to make an impact—focus on meaningful interactions.
        3. Leverage Your Story: Your personal journey is your most powerful branding asset. Use it to connect with and inspire others.
        4. Customer Experience & Personal Branding: Shantel highlights the parallels between customer experience and personal branding, emphasizing the importance of understanding and addressing the needs of your audience.
        5. Empowerment Through Branding: For diverse professionals, establishing a strong personal brand is a powerful way to break through barriers and create new opportunities.

          6. Hashtags:

          #PersonalBranding #DiverseVoices #Leadership #CareerByDesign #LinkedInStrategy #AuthenticBranding #WomenInLeadership #CustomerSuccess #BrandStorytelling #DigitalPresence

          Brief Bios:

          Prerika Agarwal: Executive by day and Career Strategist by night, Prerika Agarwal is the founder of Career by Design. With nearly two decades of experience, she is passionate about elevating women in the professional world. Prerika draws from her MBA education, extensive coaching experience, and thought leadership.

          Shantel Love: Shantel Love is the Global Vice President of Customer Success for Clinical & School Assessments at Pearson. Shantel is also a keynote speaker, author, and LinkedIn Top Personal Branding Voice. She is passionate about helping others leverage their personal stories to build impactful and profitable brands that resonate with their audiences.

          21 min
        6. Episode 405: Leading with EQ, A Leadership Playbook

          Welcome to another episode of the Career by Design podcast, where we delve into the intricacies of women's leadership and career advancement. In this episode, Prerika Agarwal is joined by Nishta Jain, a technology leader at a prominent pharmaceutical company and a distinguished figure in healthcare tech leadership. Nishta has been featured in CIO Magazine and Silicon Valley Leaders.

            The Importance of Emotional Intelligence (EQ):

            • Nishta discusses her journey from India to the U.S. for her master's at Georgetown, highlighting the pivotal role EQ has played in her career.
            • She shares how adapting to a new culture emphasized the need for EQ alongside IQ to succeed in diverse environments.

            • Career and Resilience:

              • Insights into Nishta's approach to navigating career challenges, including moving from action-oriented tasks to understanding the pace and emotional needs of her organization.
              • The significance of building emotional and mental resilience through personal experiences and professional setbacks.

              • Blueprint for Advancing in Leadership:

                • Nishta shares a detailed playbook on leveraging emotional intelligence for career advancement, including mindset shifts and strategic networking.
                • The importance of visibility, personal branding, and active participation in employee resource groups and industry conferences to build a robust professional network.

                • Advocating for Gender Parity:

                  • Discussion on the global gender gap in leadership and specific challenges faced by Asian women in corporate America.
                  • Strategies for women to empower themselves and accelerate their career trajectories despite systemic barriers.


                    • 25 min
                  • Episode 404: Following your purpose

                    This week, Catharine Montgomery joins us to speak about running her own PR agency, living and creating a purpose driven career and being true to your mission.


                    Catharine also shares how she overcame a situation of racism, and a toxic work environment.

                    Catharine Montgomery is a seasoned communications expert with deep expertise in education, environment and social justice issues. She founded Better Together after a successful career working in-house and at multiple communications agencies on numerous campaigns that have helped bring about social change.
                    #jobtrauma #careers #mission #purpose #PR #entrepreneurship

                    28 min
                  • Episode 403: How to back yourself for career success

                    This episode is all about how to back yourself powerfully so that you can advance in your career. I have guest Mondi Kumbula-Fraser  who shares her experiences and how she advanced her career to becoming the Vice President at Consortium of Universities of the Washington Metropolitan Area.



                    Mondi is an Attorney, government relations executive and educator with extensive experience.

                    #womenin leadership #careeradvancement #courage #confidence

                    24 min
                  • Episode 402: How to optimize your employee experience

                    On this episode, we are talking to Cat Colella-Graham, an Adjunct Professor, a communications leader at Coaching for Communicators and THE employee experience expert.


                    We talk about how do create the best experience for your employees as a leader and how to make sure you have a great experience as an employee so that culture matches what you really want.


                    27 min
                  • Episode 401: Navigating Non-Linear Careers

                    In this episode of the Career By Design podcast, I interview Tiffany Bassford about her interesting career path. Tiffany shares her journey from management consulting to studying gastronomy in Italy, and eventually working in mission-driven startups.


                    We discuss the significance of intentional thoughts, the power of networking, and the advantages of having a multifaceted career. Tiffany's story highlights the courage needed for career pivots and the importance of following one's passions. Her experiences aim to inspire listeners contemplating their own career transitions, emphasizing that non-linear paths can lead to fulfilling and impactful careers.

                    Tiffany is a start-up operations executive who pivoted her career from management consulting to mission-driven start-ups.

                    Tiffany's Career Shift (00:01:26) Discussion about Tiffany's career shifts and her experience in management consulting.

                    Transition to Italy (00:02:21) Tiffany's decision to move to Italy to study gastronomy and the impact it had on her career and personal growth.

                    Post-Italy Career Path (00:05:39) Tiffany's transition to working for mission-driven startups and her experiences in various industries.

                    Choosing the Unknown (00:08:07) Tiffany's decision-making process and the support she received when making the leap to move to Italy.

                    Intentional Thoughts (00:10:07) The intentional thought that guided Tiffany during her career transition and the impact of her mindset.

                    Networking and Exploration (00:11:28) Encouragement for individuals considering a career pivot to explore new industries and roles through networking.

                    Being Multifaceted (00:15:51) Discussion on embracing multifaceted skills and experiences, and advice on personal branding and niche selection.

                    Takeaway: Embrace Multifaceted Experiences (00:18:31) Encouragement to embrace curiosity, play, and multifaceted experiences to become better leaders and individuals.

                    #pivot #womeninleadership #career

                    20 min
                  • Episode 307: Unlock Your Authentic Voice for Personal Branding

                    In this week's episode of "Career by Design," we dive into the voice element of personal branding and how you can tap into using your authentic voice to speak from a place of empowerment. Join host Prerika Agarwal, CEO of Inspiration Careers, alongside Susan Murphy, a seasoned voice coach with over 40 years of experience in the broadcast industry.


                    Discover how leveraging your authentic voice can immediately showcase your identity and values, setting you apart in today's competitive landscape. Susan's expertise extends to TV reporters and anchors, but she's happy to work with ALL who speak!


                    Connect with Susan Murphy at susanmurphyvosot.com and take the next big leap in your career by designing a career that feels aligned with who you are at inspirationcareers.com.


                    Don't miss out on this transformative conversation! #LeadershipForWomen #ExecutiveCoaching #CareerDevelopment #PersonalBranding #VoiceEmpowerment #CareerSuccess

                    18 min
                  • Episode 306: Embracing Your Strengths for Career Transformation

                    Join us in this enlightening episode of "Career by Design" as we explore the concept of Strengths Finder and how to leverage your innate abilities to shape your career path.

                    Host Prerika Agarwal, CEO of Inspiration Careers, is joined by Sheri Milter, a Gallup Certified Strengths Coach with a wealth of experience in empowering individuals to unlock their full potential.

                    Discover how focusing on your strengths, rather than weaknesses, can lead to a more fulfilling and successful career journey. Sheri shares valuable insights and practical tips on how to create your new career from a place of authenticity and confidence.

                    Connect with Sheri Milter at sherimiterco.com and embark on a journey of self-discovery and career transformation. Ready to expand your career horizons?

                    Book a call here to explore personalized coaching opportunities and unlock your full potential. Don't miss out on this empowering conversation!

                    #LeadershipForWomen #ExecutiveCoaching #CareerTransformation #StrengthsFinder


                    20 min
                  • Episode 305: Thriving as an Immigrant Woman in Corporate America

                    Join us for an insightful discussion on "Career by Design" as we delve into the unique challenges faced by immigrant women in the corporate world.

                    Host Prerika Agarwal, CEO of Inspiration Careers, sits down with Mayda Poc, a former finance executive, to explore the intersection of gender, immigration, and career advancement.

                    Discover how self-acceptance and overcoming limiting beliefs can empower immigrant women to thrive in their careers. Mayda shares her experiences and insights on moving beyond feelings of difference and victimhood, offering valuable strategies for personal and professional growth.

                    Explore the complexities of navigating the corporate landscape as a BIPOC immigrant and gain inspiration to overcome obstacles and achieve your goals. Ready to take control of your career journey? Connect with Prerika Agarwal and the team at Inspiration Careers at inspirationcareers.com.

                    Don't miss out on this empowering conversation! #BIPOC #ImmigrantExperience #CareerSuccess #PersonalGrowth #Empowerment

                    24 min

                  About Career By Design

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                  Welcome to the Career by Design podcast, where we empower mid-career professionals from underrepresented backgrounds to pursue their true passions.