Work culture is full of rules nobody actually explains. In this episode, we unpack the biggest workplace myths, why so many "professional" norms are really about control, and how to avoid getting trapped by them.

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Bestie, we have all been there… The weather is good and the patio is calling your name. Here’s how to maximize the warm weather without it biting you in the butt.

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Degrees aren't dead — but the conversation around them is messier than ever. In this episode, Emily breaks down what's actually happening with degree requirements, who's dropping them and why, and what it really means for your career in 2026.

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So much has happened I feel like we needed a proper sit down to chat....

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Everyone's panicking about AI layoffs, falling behind on their career timeline, and thinking tech is the only industry worth being in. Let's set the record straight.

In this episode, Emily breaks down three of the most overblown career fears circulating right now — with the data to back it up.

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You're overwhelmed, you're exhausted, and everyone keeps giving you advice that sounds great in theory and does absolutely nothing in real life.This episode is different.

Emily cuts through the fluffy stress management noise and gets into what actually works when you're deep in a hard season at work and leaving isn't an option. No toxic positivity, no oversimplified fixes — just real talk for real people who have real bills to pay.

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You've heard of quiet quitting. Now meet its exhausted cousin: the Frankenjob.

If your role feels like five jobs duct-taped together with a smile, this episode is for you. Em breaks down why so many workers are silently drowning in impossible workloads — and what you can actually do about it.

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Let's talk about how the heck I actually ended up writing a careers book. What I learned, what failed, what I felt. All of it!

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Job interviews are not just about whether they like you — they are also about whether you should like them.

In this episode, we’re talking about the biggest interview red flags that tell you a company may be disorganized, underpaying, overworking people, or quietly looking for someone to “fix” a dumpster fire with no support.

From vague job descriptions to weird culture comments, unpaid take-home assignments, rushed hiring timelines, and managers who proudly admit the team is “like a family,” these are the signs I want you to notice before you accept the offer.

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Lost your confidence at work? Whether it was a toxic boss, being micromanaged, or making a mistake that shook you, this episode breaks down how to rebuild self-trust and stop second-guessing yourself at work.

We’re getting into why workplace confidence drops, how bad management impacts your decision-making, and the practical steps to rebuild confidence at work—even if you feel behind, burnt out, or unsure of your abilities.

If you’ve been overthinking every email, doubting your instincts, or feeling like you’re not as capable as you used to be, this is your reset.

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