Career Empowerment Network

Do you want to enjoy your life but feel like you're exchanging ALL of your time for a paycheck? Did you know that you don't have to choose between a successful career and living your life? And did you know that this balance is possible WITHOUT overworking? In this episode, I debunk the myth about overworking as the only path to corporate success and share two powerful steps you can take to achieve the work-life balance you've been longing for. Yeah! That's right! You can create balance. You can have both. You can have your cake and eat it, too. So listen to this episode to learn more about achieving corporate success without overworking while also maintaining a work-life balance. Why you've got to check out today's episode:

• Know the 5 signs your work is taking over your life
• Understand why you need to shift out of the idea that you have to work harder to be more successful
• Identify the 4 signs that you are ready to ditch the idea of working harder to make more money

Check out these episode highlights:

1.00 - 5 signs your work is taking over your life

1. You want to enjoy your life, but it feels like you're exchanging all of your time for a paycheck
2. You log off late
3. You still think of work and/or to-do lists when you log off early
4. You're not fully present in your life outside of work and/or relationships
5. You're not an active listener

1.50 - Why you need to shift out of the idea that you have to work harder to be more successful 2 Powerful Steps to Achieving Corporate Success & Work-Life Balance 6.08 - Step 1: Ditch the idea that you have to work harder to make more Why? You have to work smarter, not harder How? By being physically and mentally present in what you do every day Focus helps you perform better at what you do 6.45 - 4 signs that you are ready to ditch the idea of working harder to make more money

1. You're ready to leave work at work
2. You're ready to have a work-life balance
3. You're ready to be fully present with family and friends
4. You're ready to live your freakin life

7.07 - Step 2: Start creating healthy boundaries around work Why? So that you can be your best self outside of work and return to work with an open mind How? Start small. Start by blocking out 30 minutes for a lunch break every day. 8.38 - The benefits of working hard on the clock and having fun off the clock 9.16 - Why you can't keep pouring from an empty cup 10.14 - How work-life balance is only a byproduct of self-care and healthy boundaries Connect With Me:

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Go ALL IN with your job search and enroll in the Get Hired Group Coaching Program today. Enroll here >>> briannafdotson.com/get-hired

Have you fallen victim to comparison? Are you spending hours a week scrolling through social media, looking at the lives of people who may be right where you want to be, or heading in the direction you want to go, making you feel not so good about yourself? Perhaps you are facing challenges in your life now, doubting if you are making the right decisions, leaving you exhausted and feeling defeated. Don't worry. You are not alone. "Come on, Brianna! As if you suffer from these, too!" I do. Recent events have caused me to fall into this trap again. Comparison is the thief of joy. It makes you feel like you are not doing enough, not achieving enough, not earning enough, and not enjoying life enough. That is why I created this episode. This way, I not only help myself overcome it but also help you out in the process.

Why you've got to check out today's episode:

• Find out the 3 warning signs you are playing the comparison game
• Discover the truth behind the successes and failures you see on social media posts
• Learn 3 ways to overcome falling victim to the comparison game

Check out these episode highlights:

1.16 - 3 warning signs you are playing the comparison game

1. Your worst days are constantly on your mind
2. You get hooked on using social media
3. You question yourself and your decisions

1.44 - Why it's harmful to keep going and not feel your feelings during life-changing events 3.25 - How the comparison game can easily make you forget about your achievements 4.27 - The truth behind the successes and failures you see on social media posts 6:41 - 3 ways to overcome falling victim to the comparison game

1. Celebrate your wins, no matter how small they are
2. Go easy on yourself by allowing yourself to sit back and reset
3. Limit the amount of time you spend on social media

9.00 - Reasons why you should stop looking outward so you can start looking inward

• Everyone is on their own path
• Everybody is facing their own struggles
• Everybody gets from point A to point B at a different speed

9:50 - How I'm holding myself accountable for limiting my time on social media

• For 30 days, I'm limiting my social media to one hour each on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook every day
• Setting a time limit that requires a passcode

11.11 - Key takeaways from this episode

• Comparison is the thief of joy
• Social media is a highlight reel
• LinkedIn is made to show off career milestones

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Go ALL IN with your job search and enroll in the Get Hired Group Coaching Program today. Enroll here >>> briannafdotson.com/get-hired Are you eyeing a promotion at work? Or want to get a new role in a different department or a new company? Do you want your name to be your company's top of mind for special projects and assignments? Then get yourself seen and heard by the right people at company meetings and career fairs. Because the more you are seen and heard, the more opportunities you get for growth, new positions, and promotions. In today's episode, I share effective ways how to stand out in meetings and leave a good impression on the right people. Whether it is attending a webinar for a company you're super pumped for and hope to work for one day or your company's general meeting, or career fair, this will help you.

Why you've got to check out today's episode:

• Discover how being seen and heard at work contributes to your career growth
• Know what's keeping you stuck in your career and the best way to overcome it
• Learn when and how to ask questions depending on the type of event you're attending

Check out these episode highlights:

1.59 - Why it's necessary to be seen and heard at work or at career fairs 2.36 - The most important thing to know before attending events, whether in-person or virtually 2.51 - How to look up the attendees without stalking their profiles online 3.34 - Why you should know who is going to be in the room with you during these meetings/events 4.01 - Simple and effective ways to be seen and heard during meetings

• Know who is attending so you'll know how to relate with them
• Come in a couple of minutes early
• Introduce yourself to everybody & start a personalized connection
• Shake hands with everyone & build rapport
• Take the opportunity to interact
• Ask a question or make a comment so show you come prepared

4.28 - How to be seen and heard during in-person career fairs

• Know who is attending so you'll know how to relate with them
• Wait in line
• Introduce yourself to everybody & start a personalized connection
• Shake hands with everyone & build rapport

5.23 - When to ask questions during meetings and why 6.22 - When to ask questions during webinars and why 6.50 - Why you should take advantage of asking the first question 7.23 - How to ask questions in career fairs 8.10 - What keeps you stuck and the best way to overcome it Loving this topic? DM me over on IG @briannafdotson if you want more episodes like this.

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Get off the job search roller coaster by enrolling in the Get Hired Group Coaching Program today. Enroll here >>> briannafdotson.com/get-hired Are you intimidated by the job search process? Do you feel like you're riding a roller coaster of highs and lows trying to land your dream job? As someone who has felt that way, I want you to know you are not alone. Even successful people you admire have experienced it. So let me share with you the behind-the-curtain of my interview journey so you know you're not alone. Also, to tell you crazy stuff happens on the other side of this process, which can happen to anyone.

Why you've got to check out today's episode:

• Learn the 3 reasons why negotiations shouldn't be done through email
• Know the different job search warning signs (red flags) that you should be aware of during the search process
• Get the mindset to keep you going even if you don't succeed in a job interview

Check out these episode highlights:

0.43 - Why I'm sharing my horror interview stories with you and how it can help you

3.34 - Why it's okay to apply for jobs you are 60% to 70% qualified for

4.06 - When my scheduled interview with a director got canceled

4.36 - When my follow-ups didn't get any response

7.33 - 3 Reasons why I'm not a fan of negotiating through email

1. You can't pick up on social cues
2. You can't explain yourself
3. They can't hear your voice or tone

9.05 - What do red flags tell us and why we shouldn't ignore them

9.48 - The worst interview that I've been through (First Time)

13.09 - The worst interview that I've been through (Second Time)

14.09 - The worst interview that I've been through (Third Time)

14.28 - The phone call from the VP of HR I will never forget

15.08 - Why you should never settle for less

16.41 - The mindset that helps me feel grateful for my multiple interviews

17.28 - What I've gained after all the failed interviews and lowballed offers I've received

Want to get off the job search roller coaster?

I can help! Enroll in my Get Hired Group Coaching Program today so you will have a well-paid, impactful career. Enroll here >>> briannafdotson.com/get-hired

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Go ALL IN with your job search and enroll in the Get Hired Group Coaching Program today. Enroll here >>> briannafdotson.com/get-hired Do you get frustrated because you don't hear back from recruiters? Are you getting job rejections left and right? Do you get overwhelmed with the job search process and now you're stuck in a job that's sucking the life out of you? Even though it may not seem like it right now, I want you to know that work-life balance is not only possible but inevitable for you. How? By building your LinkedIn to stand out and harnessing the power of networking using the tips shared in my LinkedIn Optimization Masterclass. Why on LinkedIn? - 87% of hiring managers and recruiters source from it - 70% to 80% of jobs are never made public - Networking events source from LinkedIn through invites only So, let me help you overcome being ignored and rejected by ensuring your two greatest assets (LinkedIn and resume) do not only stand out but are put in front of the decision-makers (recruiters and hiring managers) through the power of networking.

Why you've got to check out today's episode:

• Learn the importance of networking
• Find out how to build a LinkedIn profile that will stand out to recruiters
• Learn how to build meaningful relationships with people online

Check out these episode highlights:

3.10 - My journey as your proof of possibility 8:09 - The life-changing mindset I swear by 8.47 - Why you should optimize your LinkedIn and harness the power of networking 12.24 - Components of an optimized LinkedIn profile (common mistakes people make and what you should do instead)

• Your picture should have an either industry-related or passion-related background
• Your Name must be there
• Your Header/Title should make you stand out (use keywords for the job that you want)
• Treat your About Section as a cover letter instead of a resume
• Your Experience Section should be built for the job you want
• Your Education must be included
• Your Recommendations/Referrals should be noted at the bottom

17.40 - 7 Expert tips for your resume

1. Bullets should have the same verb tense throughout (present tense for your current role and past tense for all previous roles)
2. Start them with action verbs
3. Be consistent
4. Highlight how your current role relates to your next role
5. Use word descriptions (action verbs) from the job that you want
6. Quantify your results when you can
7. Keep your bullets short while laying them out as action and results

20.57 - The 4 groups of people you should connect with on LinkedIn and why

1. Current and previous colleagues
2. University alumni
3. Recruiters and hiring managers a.k.a decision-makers
4. Other key professionals

22.22 - Why it's hard to beat a person who never gives up 23.23 - How my client Alex negotiated her salary and ended up getting a sign-on bonus as well 25.50 - Networking Etiquette: The dos and don'ts of networking

• Stop cold messaging people asking for favors. Instead, push your comfort zone and build meaningful mutual relationships through cheerleading and sending personalized connection requests
• Stop messaging recruiters talking about what they can do for you. Instead, share with them what you can do for the company and why they should hire you
• Be human. Remember, there's another human on the other end of your message

30.23 - What is inside of my Get Hired Group Coaching Program (and my client Kelly B's experience with the program) Resource:

• Get video access to my LinkedIn Optimization Masterclass here >>> https://briannafdotson.com/linkedin-masterclass
• Go ALL IN with your job search and enroll in the Get Hired Group Coaching Program today. Enroll here >>> briannafdotson.com/get-hired

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Go ALL IN with your job search and enroll in Get Hired Group Coaching Program today. Click here >>> briannafdotson.com/get-hired Have you ever dreamt of something so big others doubt you can make it happen? Some would even try to stop you and discourage you. What's worse is you believe them. And then, you end up giving up because of a rejection that hasn't even happened yet. And when you put yourself out there and do what you need to do to make your dreams happen, others would pull you down. Most of the time, for no reason at all. How do you prevent yourself from getting crippled by fear of rejection and criticism? By feeling it and doing it anyway. Bumps are everywhere and the only way to overcome them is to not let them stop you. So listen to this episode to learn how to let courage drive you to empower not only yourself but others as well. Why you've got to check out today's episode:

• Learn the two things you can do when others doubt you
• Know why you should not let your fears hold you back
• Find out why rejection is just redirection

Check out these episode highlights:

0.49 - My biggest fear and how it almost made me shut my business down 2.23 - Why I am sharing this and why I never bother to delete rude comments about me 3.58 - What you miss out on when you focus on negative things 5.17 - Why you should keep going no matter what 6.44 - Two things you can do when others doubt you: Prove them wrong and/or cut ties with them 7.57 - How to normalize feeling the fear and doing it anyway 9.04 - How your courage empowers not only you but others as well 9.38 - Why you must celebrate your wins, especially the small ones 10.36 - My small win that's worth celebrating 11.25 - How rejection is just redirection

Resource:

• Ready to take action? The Get Hired Group Coaching Program is now open for enrollment. Click here >>> briannafdotson.com/get-hired

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Get support in landing and getting hired in your next role. Enroll in the Get Hired Group Coaching Program >>> briannafdotson.com/get-hired

My goal is to help you achieve work-life balance, so I'll let you in on a little secret. If you want to be more productive, be a better person, or improve your relationships, take your paid time off (PTO). You've earned it. You deserve it. So listen to this episode to find out why taking breaks are instrumental in achieving work-life balance.

Why you've got to check out today's episode:

• Find out why I want to normalize being a high achiever and living a work-life balance
• Learn what's normal and what's not when it comes to challenges in the workplace
• Know what will help you achieve work-life balance

Check out these episode highlights: 0.51 - Inside my signature high-tech program, the Get Hired Group Coaching Program 2.05 - Why I want to normalize being a high achiever and living a work-life balance 3.13 - Why giving up your entire life to a soul-sucking job is not worth it 4.11 - Signs your job is sucking the life out of you 4.55 - How Highlight Reels can be misleading 5.22 - Recognizing toxic work behaviors 6.37- The real reason why most people leave their jobs 7.06 - Paid-time off a.k.a. PTO and why employees don't take it 7.57 - Abundance of career options 9.09 - What will help you achieve work-life balance 10.09 - The importance of boundaries at work 10.49 - How taking your PTO won't make you a bad employee 11.28 - The reality behind productivity and taking breaks 11.41 - Benefits of enrolling in the Get Hired Group Coaching Program 12.19 - The possibilities and the inevitable in your own timeline Resource:

• If you're looking for support in landing and getting hired in your next role, enroll in the Get Hired Group Coaching Program. Click here >>> briannafdotson.com/get-hired

Join the Career Empowerment Network Monthly Giveaway (a free one-on-one career strategy session with me!) in 2 easy steps:

1. Leave a five-star rating and a review on your favorite podcast platform.
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FREE LinkedIn Optimization Masterclass on August 10, 2022, 5:00 p.m. PST / 8:00 p.m. EST. Register here >>> http://briannafdotson.com/linkedIn-masterclass Your network is your net worth, right? And yet some still find networking overwhelming, and intimidating. With networking being the most important part of your job search, we need to talk about it. So let's chat about my second favorite part of the job search process, networking, and learn why even though it's the most important part of the process, people often still struggle with it in spite of having impressive resumes. Bridge the gap between where you are now and where you want to be by using the tools I will share in this episode and my upcoming LinkedIn Masterclass. Why you've got to check out today's episode:

• Learn how one of my clients turned a follow-up into an interview invitation to another job opportunity that hasn't been made public yet
• Find out the importance of networking and why it's considered a numbers game
• Know what makes a job search successful and how you can hold the power in your job search

Check out these episode highlights:

1.24 - Details about my LinkedIn Optimization Masterclass 2.17 - Why networking is the way to go these days 4.35 - How one of my clients turned a follow-up into an interview invitation to another job opportunity that hasn't been made public yet 5.33 - One reason why you don't hear back from recruiters HINT: It's not about you or your resume 6.05 - How application follow-ups save you time and help you move on 6.36 - How to effectively network yourself 6.49 - Why you shouldn't take rejection personally and what to focus on instead 8.35 - Why you should celebrate EVERY SINGLE STEP you're taking towards the massive shift or transformation you're going through 9.34 - How to avoid settling and staying stuck 10.05 - What flying Delta means to me and how I used it as an inspiration to earn more without dreading my job 10.49 - What you need to do now to make your dreams come true 11.05 - Why networking is the most important part of the job search process 11.42 - How networking complements impressive resumes 12.27 - What makes a job search successful and how you can hold the power in your job search 14.05 - The importance of networking and why it's considered a numbers game Resource:

• Register for my FREE LinkedIn Optimization Masterclass on August 10, 2022, 5:00 p.m. PST / 8:00 p.m. EST. Click here >>> http://briannafdotson.com/linkedIn-masterclass

Join the Career Empowerment Network Monthly Giveaway (a free one-on-one career strategy session with me!) in 2 easy steps:

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Can you really have it all? Is it really possible to work your dream job and live your best life at the same time? ABSOLUTELY. But how? By not settling in your corporate career because there are bigger, better, and higher paying careers out there for you where you can show off your skills and your value. Today, I'm sharing with you why your dream life is not a myth and how you can make it a reality, even when it's overwhelming and intimidating, simply by following the tips I've included in this episode. You are one step away from jumpstarting your dream life. Why you've got to check out today's episode:

• Find out why 'Work isn't about the money' is a lie
• Know why most people choose to stay in their jobs in spite of it sucking the life out of them
• Learn ways to push yourself out of your comfort zone

Check out these episode highlights:

1.23 - #1 reason why people choose to stay in their corporate jobs 1.59 - The mission of Career Empowerment Network and Get Hired Coaching Program 2.48 - The downside of being a high-achieving, multi-passionate woman 3.12 - Reasons for change due to work/life imbalance 4.13 - #2 to #4 reasons why people choose to stay in their corporate jobs 4.59 - How I can help you through Get Hired Coaching Program 5.16 - How to deal with imposter syndrome 5.58 - Ways to push yourself out of your comfort zone 6.18 - The one thing that will help you get unstuck and start living your dream life 6:38 - Proof of possibility #1: My experience 7:32 - Proof of possibility #2: Other people's experience 8.01 - Why your dream life is not a myth 8.44 - How I pushed myself out of my comfort zone 9.44 - The results of me deciding this isn't the life that I actually want to live 10.26 - The consequences of inaction in spite of listening to today's lessons 10.44 - How to audit your work life to know if it's time to move on from your current job

• Audit Question #1: Do the company's mission and values align with yours?
• Audit Question #2: Does your boss value you?
• Audit Question #3: Have you learned everything you could learn from your current role?

13:28 - Fun fact about #2 reason why people choose to stay in their corporate jobs Resource:

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The job search process is a long, tiring process - never an easy one. You work hard to edit your resume and prepare for interviews so it's understandable that getting rejected can be painful. While a job rejection makes you feel defeated and lowers your motivation, it can be a learning experience that sets you up for even better opportunities in the future. In this episode, I am sharing proactive steps to help you deal with rejection. So, if you are facing constant rejection in your job search right now, you won't want to miss this episode. Why you've got to check out today's episode:

• Learn why job rejection doesn't mean anything about you so you can pick yourself back up again.

• Discover the key to handling job rejection so you can avoid getting stuck, frustrated, and overwhelmed in the job search process.

• Understand what job rejection ACTUALLY means so you can keep moving forward.

Check out these episode highlights: 01.00 - What is rejected in your job search actually means 02.17 - Action Step 1: Take a break Remind yourself that you are amazing and you will land a job that is a perfect match for you. 02.59 - Action Step 2: Ask for feedback from a company that rejected you Reflect on the feedback and the process. Take what you need, apply it to your job search, and let the rest go. 04.14 - Action Step 3: Look at the job searching process as neutral Getting turned down for a job does not mean anything about you. It doesn't mean anything about the company, either. 05.28 - The key to facing rejection in the job search process Resource:

• Pre-enroll in my Get Hired Group Coaching Program and be notified when the program starts so you will have a well-paid, impactful career. Click here >>> briannafdotson.com/get-hired

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