Career Coaching with Fexingo: Professional Coaches, Career Counselors, and Guidance for Workers

In this episode, Lucas and Luna dive into a practical framework for auditing your professional references — who you're using, what they're saying, and how to keep them sharp. They explore a real-world scenario: a mid-career marketing manager who discovered one of her references was giving lukewarm feedback, costing her a final-round offer. The hosts walk through a step-by-step process to evaluate your reference list, refresh relationships, and prepare your advocates for the questions hiring managers actually ask. You'll learn how to turn a passive reference into an active champion, why a reference audit should happen twice a year, and the one question to ask each reference before you ever put them on a list. If you're job hunting or just keeping your network warm, this episode gives you a concrete system to protect your reputation and boost your chances.

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In this episode of Career Coaching with Fexingo, Lucas and Luna explore the often-overlooked exit interview. They discuss why it matters more than you think, how to prepare for it strategically, and what to say—and what not to say—to protect your reputation and future references. Using the example of a marketing manager who turned a potentially awkward exit into a positive career move, they share a practical framework for turning the exit interview into a career asset. If you're thinking about leaving your job, this episode will help you plan your final conversation with confidence.

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Difficult career conversations—asking for a raise, pushing back on a promotion, or setting boundaries with a boss—are high-stakes and easy to mess up. In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the power of rehearsal, not as a script, but as a way to build confidence and flexibility. They break down a real-world example: a project manager preparing to tell her boss she can't take on more work. Lucas shares a three-step rehearsal framework—drafting, simulating, and stress-testing—and explains why recording yourself changes the game. Luna challenges the idea of memorizing lines, and they discuss how to pivot when the conversation goes off-script. Listeners learn the value of the 'pre-mortem'—imagining the conversation failing—to prepare for the unexpected. The episode closes with a practical tip to schedule your own rehearsal this week, and a reminder that support at buy me a coffee dot com slash fexingo keeps the show ad-free.

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Lucas and Luna dive into the often-overlooked step after you've chosen a reference: the reference interview. They share a practical script to help you brief your referees so they can speak to your strengths with specifics, not vague praise. Learn how to prep a reference with context, examples, and talking points—and how to debrief after the call to keep the relationship strong. Whether you're job hunting now or want to have a reference ready for the future, this episode gives you a concrete framework to turn a casual reference into a powerful advocate.

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In this episode of Career Coaching with Fexingo, Lucas and Luna discuss the often-overlooked practice of auditing your professional references. They explore why references can make or break a job offer, how to conduct a thorough audit of your own reference list, and how to keep references warm and ready. With practical steps, real-world examples, and a focus on proactive career management, this episode helps you ensure your references are always prepared to advocate for you. Tune in for a no-nonsense guide to strengthening this critical part of your professional network.

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In this episode of Career Coaching with Fexingo, Lucas and Luna explore the power of a career reference audit—a structured way to review your professional references and ensure they're actively supporting your job search. They discuss why references matter more than ever in 2026, how to approach former managers and colleagues for updated recommendations, and the key questions to ask to uncover potential gaps or concerns. The conversation covers practical steps, like creating a reference scorecard and scheduling regular check-ins, and emphasizes the importance of keeping your network warm and engaged. If you're looking to strengthen your candidacy and avoid last-minute reference hiccups, this episode offers a clear framework to get started. Tune in for actionable advice on turning your references into a strategic advantage.

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In this episode of Career Coaching with Fexingo, Lucas and Luna dig into a rarely discussed but powerful career tool: the reference audit. They explore how a systematic review of your professional references—who you have, who you're missing, and how they might describe you—can sharpen your job search, strengthen your network, and reveal blind spots in your personal brand. Using the example of a marketing manager who discovered her go-to reference was a former boss who had left the industry, they walk through a step-by-step process for conducting your own audit, from listing every potential reference to categorizing them by relationship strength and recency. They also discuss how to refresh stale connections, when to ask for a reference, and how to turn a lukewarm reference into a warm one. If you're planning a career move, this episode offers a practical framework to ensure your references are working for you, not against you.

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In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the counterintuitive idea that the best career moves often feel wrong at first. They open with the story of a software engineer who turned down a promotion to take a demotion into a less prestigious team — and how that detour became the fastest route to a leadership role. The conversation digs into the psychology of status anxiety, the difference between fear and intuition, and why 'this feels like a step backward' is often a signal, not a problem. They share a framework for evaluating moves that look bad on paper but align with long-term goals, and they get practical about how to test a 'wrong-feeling' opportunity before committing. If you've ever passed on a move because it didn't look right on LinkedIn, this episode is for you.

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In this episode of Career Coaching with Fexingo, Lucas and Luna explore the reverse interview — a powerful technique for flipping the script in job conversations. Instead of being grilled by hiring managers, candidates ask sharp, strategic questions that reveal company culture, growth potential, and hidden red flags. Lucas breaks down the three key categories of reverse interview questions: role specifics, team dynamics, and company trajectory. He shares an example from a tech executive who used this method to uncover a toxic team culture before accepting a role. Luna adds her own experience where a reverse interview question about learning opportunities changed her perception of a potential employer. The hosts discuss how to avoid generic questions and how to use this approach in annual reviews and internal promotions. They also touch on the emotional benefits of feeling empowered in the hiring process. Tune in to learn how to take control of your next career conversation and make more informed decisions.

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In this episode of Career Coaching with Fexingo, Lucas and Luna explore the power of a career pause letter — a written statement that clarifies your intentions before making a major job change. They discuss how drafting a pause letter helps you separate impulse from intention, using real-world examples like a marketing manager who nearly quit during a stressful quarter but used the letter to reframe her situation and negotiate a flexible schedule instead. The hosts break down the key components of an effective pause letter, including your current situation, the trigger for change, what you're hoping to preserve, and what you're willing to let go. They also share practical tips on how to use this letter in conversations with your manager, your family, or yourself. By the end, you'll have a concrete tool to slow down, gain clarity, and make career decisions that align with your long-term goals. Tune in for a fresh perspective on avoiding hasty exits and building a career you'll be proud of.

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