Career Gems For The Journey

By Leah C. Murphy

One engineer turned expert career coach and One brand marketer. Two successful women dropping gems, sharing their best advice and hacks for career navigation. Ama Gordon and Leah Murphy share tons of ... more

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How many episodes does Career Gems For The Journey have?

The podcast currently has 117 episodes available.

Career Gems For The Journey episodes:

April 06, 2022 Top 5 Career Winning Episodes!
Can you believe it’s been 2 years since we launched the podcast? It’s time to celebrate! In this episode, co-hosts Leah Murphy and Ama Gordon share their favorite episodes that were voted most impactful by listeners! We’ve brought back our most popular guest Diana Haussling, Vice President & General Manager of Digital Commerce to drop some gems and help us celebrate making it this far!
www.gemsforthejourney.org/shop link to Salary Power Moves: Winning the Compensation Negotiation
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March 16, 2022 Thinking About Taking A Leave Of Absence?… Let’s Talk About It!
In this episode Leah Murphy and Ama Gordon discuss how taking a leave of absence from work can become imperative for your well being in the workplace. Ama shares personal stories and examples of when she absolutely needed to take a leave of absence for mental health. Yes, this is possible! And it can be for you too!
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43min
February 14, 2022 Want To Own a Franchise? Here's How!
In this episode, Leah Murphy and Ama Gordon interview Rikki-Quinn James-Renz. Rikki goes into the unsexy parts of being an Entrepreneur/Franchisee and the grit, hustle, commitment and patience required to operate a franchise middle of a pandemic.
Find more information about Rikki's location through her website https://www.arworkshop.com/chestnuthill/

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47min
January 26, 2022 Want to Know Why You Didn’t Get The Job?
Interview after interview and still no offer? In this episode, Leah Murphy and Ama Gordon dive deep with Fortune 100 company HR Recruiter, Jillian Jones to discuss why you didn’t get the job! You’ll learn the do’s, the dont’s and how to rebound (and even get an offer after a rejection). This is the episode to share with your friends! For more info on Salary Power Moves: Winning the Compensation Negotiation and list of what to include in compensation negotiations, visit www.gemsforthejourney.org/shop
Also visit: www.jilliantalksjobs.com for more info on getting the offer!
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41min
December 31, 2021 Make Room For Mental Health Care In Your Career!
In this episode, Leah Murphy and Ama Gordon dive into some of the most pressing mental health concerns in today’s society that impact our careers. Our special guest Tonya Ladipo is Founder and CEO of The Ladipo Group, a therapy counseling practice that specializes in diversity, equity and inclusion that serves African-American communities. It’s not too late to start caring for your mental health!
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41min
December 01, 2021 Are You A Working Mom? Juggling It All?
The global pandemic has put a lot of stress on many of us. However, working moms have experienced unparalleled challenges and in this episode Leah Murphy and Ama Gordon discuss how to make it through! Our special guest, Christine Michel Carter is a writer, advocate, the #1 global voice for working moms and has worked on the maternal initiatives of Vice President Kamala Harris. Moms (and moms-to-be), you’re going to love this episode!
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53min
November 04, 2021 How To Raise Money For Your Business
Did you know that you don’t have to run a not-for-profit organization to receive funding for your business? In this episode, Leah Murphy and Ama Gordon bring on “Grant Slayer” and guest extraordinaire Shaun Glaze to tell us how to receive more than $100,000 in grants! Grab your notepad!
Find more information about Shaun's company "Inclusive Data Solutions" on their website through our affiliate link. https://gems4thejourney.krtra.com/t/Br8HCL5pg0Xc
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45min
October 08, 2021 Back In The Office Or Still Remote Working? Here Are Tips For The New Normal!
In this weeks episode, Leah Murphy and Ama Gordon discuss tips for both employees and companies to help them adjust to the new “working” normal (whether in or out of the office). We’ve certainly learned during the COVID-19 pandemic that employees deserve a voice and companies can be flexible! Get ready to take notes!
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53min
September 22, 2021 Steps to Start Your Business!
Wondering how to start your business and what to do first, second and third? In this episode, Leah Murphy and Ama Gordon discuss the “must knows” and “must do’s” for startups with special guest Jabari Jones, Chief Executive of the largest coalition of small businesses in West Philadelphia. You’ll want to grab your notepad and pen for this one!
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47min
September 09, 2021 Wait! Don’t Quit Yet, Listen First!
Make an exit plan from your 9-to-5 that sets your side business up for success! But, first ask yourself these questions. Is your full time gig funding your side business? Have you saved up enough money to quit? Is your side business sustainable? In this episode, Ama Gordon and Leah Murphy walk you through the “must knows”, before you quit and become a full time entrepreneur. They’ve done it and are currently doing it with have plenty of gems to share!
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1h 16min

FAQs about Career Gems For The Journey:

How many episodes does Career Gems For The Journey have?

The podcast currently has 117 episodes available.