In this episode of career coaching secrets our guest is Jeanna Gabellini, a seasoned career and leadership professional who shares powerful insights on career growth, leadership development, and finding clarity in your professional journey. Jeanna discusses practical strategies for navigating career transitions, building confidence, and aligning your strengths with meaningful work, drawing from her real-world experience and coaching expertise. Whether you’re an aspiring leader, a professional seeking direction, or someone looking to elevate your career, this episode delivers actionable advice you can apply immediately.

You can find her on:
https://masterpeacecoaching.com/
https://www.facebook.com/jeannagabellinifan/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeannagabellini/
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In this powerful episode of Career Coaching Secrets, host Pedro sits down with Megan Fuciarelli to unpack a costly business lesson that completely reshaped how she views growth and success.

Megan shares how, early in her entrepreneurial journey, she followed advice from a business program that encouraged her to transition contractors into full-time employees too quickly. Believing that scaling meant building a larger team, she moved fast—only to realize it cost her a significant amount of money, time, and energy.

Together, Pedro and Megan dive into one of the biggest myths in entrepreneurship: the idea that success is measured by team size. More employees doesn’t automatically mean more impact. More payroll doesn’t guarantee more freedom. Megan vulnerably explains how chasing society’s version of scaling nearly pulled her away from her original reason for starting a business in the first place.

This episode is a must-listen for coaches and entrepreneurs who feel pressure to “grow big” to prove they’ve made it. You’ll walk away with a new perspective on defining success on your own terms, aligning growth with your values, and building a business that supports your life—not one that drains it.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meganfuciarelli/
Website: https://us2consulting.com/
Website: https://meganfuciarelli.com/

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In this powerful episode of Career Coaching Secrets, host Pedro sits down with Michael Franks, career coach for the film and television industry and a 35-year director and cinematographer, to explore what it really takes to build a sustainable creative career.

Michael shares the advice his father gave him early on: “Don’t go into entertainment to make money. Go into it because you love it.” That philosophy became the foundation of his own journey — from landing dream opportunities like working in New York television to navigating the uncertainty of freelancing in Los Angeles.

When industry shifts, strikes, and longer work gaps forced him to rethink his path, Michael made a pivotal move: he hired a coach. Within months, he transformed his network, repositioned himself, and landed the narrative projects he truly wanted. Now, through Dauntless Coaching, he helps creatives stop spinning their wheels and start building intentional, relationship-driven careers.


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Website: https://www.dauntless-coaching.com/

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In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, our guest is Michael Holmes, where we dive into practical insights on career growth, professional development, and navigating meaningful career transitions, drawing from Michael’s experience and thought leadership shared across his platforms; learn actionable advice, mindset shifts, and real-world strategies you can apply to elevate your career journey

You can find him on:
https://www.hmaconsultinggroup.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-holmes25/
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https://www.tiktok.com/@hmaconsulting
Email: [email protected]

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In this  episode of Career Coaching Secrets, host Pedro sits down with high-performance career strategist Derek Ling for a masterclass on hiring psychology, storytelling, negotiation, and intentional career design.

With over two decades in global talent leadership — spanning hospitality startups, Big Tech, biotech, and high-growth ventures — Derek has negotiated more than 3,000 compensation packages and reviewed nearly one million resumes and LinkedIn profiles. He has sat on both sides of the hiring table: as the executive designing talent systems and as the strategist helping candidates win in highly competitive markets.

But this conversation goes far beyond resumes and interviews.

Derek introduces a powerful idea: tribalism is not a flaw — it’s human nature. In corporate environments, people unconsciously align with identities, brands, and internal narratives. Understanding this dynamic gives professionals a strategic advantage. Instead of fighting bias, Derek teaches how to engage it intentionally — starting with smarter questions, clearer positioning, and deeper self-awareness.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derek-ling-a792951/
Website: https://www.dereklingconsulting.com/

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In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, our guest is Bob Reece, a seasoned professional who shares valuable insights on career growth, leadership development, and navigating meaningful career transitions. Bob discusses practical strategies for building confidence, aligning your strengths with opportunities, and making intentional career decisions that lead to long-term success. Whether you’re an aspiring leader, a career shifter, or someone seeking clarity and direction, this conversation offers actionable advice and real-world perspectives you can apply immediately.

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https://www.instagram.com/_coach_bob_/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-reece-20808590/

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Laura Mears is the founder of Salmon Leadership Development, a UK-based leadership coaching company that helps individuals, teams, and organizations grow through self-awareness and intentional leadership. With a background in education, including setting up a sister school in Uganda, Laura transitioned into coaching after witnessing its profound impact on her husband's career and life. She trained through Giant Worldwide, earned her Predictive Leadership Behaviors (PLB) certification, and built Salmon from free webinars during COVID into a full coaching team serving nonprofits, schools, and businesses. In this episode, Laura shares how she landed her first paid clients with one courageous sentence, why she focuses on 5 key "movers and shakers" to grow her network, and the salmon metaphor behind her brand — swimming upstream with intention.

You can find her at:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-mears-3780a0176/
https://www.salmonswimming.com/

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In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, our guest is Aarica Smith, a dedicated professional passionate about leadership development, career growth, and helping individuals navigate meaningful career paths. Aarica shares valuable insights from her professional journey, discusses strategies for career advancement, and offers practical advice for professionals looking to grow with confidence and clarity in today’s evolving workplace.

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https://aaricajsmith.com/
https://www.instagram.com/aaricajsmith
https://www.linkedin.com/in/aarica-j-smith/

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In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, host Pedro sits down with executive whole-life coach Chloe Vichot to uncover the strategies, mindset shifts, and real-life lessons behind building a successful coaching business. Chloe shares her journey from a global finance career to entrepreneurship and eventually coaching, explaining how she found her calling while helping others navigate life and business.

She dives into the importance of having a coach yourself, breaking mental blocks, and experimenting with pricing and services to grow sustainably. Chloe talks about finding your ideal clients, creating programs that fit both their needs and your capacity, and balancing empathy with strategic guidance. She also highlights whole-life coaching—how personal life and professional growth intersect—and how leaders can thrive when they address both sides of their lives.

Listeners will gain practical tips for overcoming perfectionism, getting started even without the perfect setup, building momentum through referrals and early clients, and turning setbacks into opportunities. Chloe also shares her plans for team coaching, retreats, and scaling while staying aligned with her values. Packed with actionable advice, inspiring stories, and insights into the realities of running a coaching business, this episode is a must-listen for both aspiring and experienced coaches looking to grow their impact and business with confidence.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chloe-vichot-06605526/
Website: https://www.ancolie.co/about

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In this episode of Career Coaching Secrets, our guest is Paul Corke, an experienced leadership coach and mentor who shares powerful insights on purpose-driven leadership, high performance, and personal growth in today’s fast-changing professional world. Paul discusses how leaders can build clarity, resilience, and impact while aligning their careers with meaningful purpose. Whether you’re an aspiring leader, coach, or professional looking to elevate your career, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom and real-world experience.

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https://paulcorkeinternational.com/
https://www.facebook.com/paulcorkeinternational/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-corke-59183b49/

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