Copeland Coaching Podcast

Episode 161 is live! This week, we talk with Alexandra Dickinson in New York, NY.

Alexandra is an entrepreneur who teaches people to negotiate. She's the Founder and CEO of the negotiation training and coaching company Ask For It. She is a contributing writer at Women at Forbes and has spoken at organizations like UN Women, Columbia Business School, and Facebook. She will be speaking at SXSW this year on the topic, "Time's Up on the Gender Pay Gap: How to Negotiate in 2018."

On today's episode, Alexandra shares:

• The common misconception about negotiation
• The importance of research in negotiation
• How to figure out how much we, personally, should ask for when it comes to a new job
• Basics tips for negotiation
• How to negotiate at your current job

Listen and learn more! You can play the podcast here, or download it on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher.

To learn more about Alexandra, visit her website at http://askforit.co/. You can also learn more about her talk at SXSW by visiting www.sxsw.com.

Thanks to everyone for listening! And, thank you to those who sent me questions. You can send me your questions to [email protected]. You can also send me questions via Twitter. I'm @CopelandCoach. And, on Facebook, I am Copeland Coaching.

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Episode 160 is live! This week, we talk with Dr. Karlyn Borysenko in New Hampshire.

Karlyn is the Principle at Zen Workplace. She is an organizational psychologist and performance coach. Karlyn helps individuals find greater happiness and fulfillment in their professional lives, and works with organizations to help create amazing environments for their teams that drive productivity. She will also be speaking this year at SXSW at a session called "Zen Your Work: Creating an Ideal Work Experience."

On today's episode, Karlyn shares:

• What elements play into an ideal work experience
• How to start designing our ideal work experience
• How to identify whether or not you're working in a toxic work environment
• How to deal with a boss who is a narcissist
• What to do if others find you intimidating

Listen and learn more! You can play the podcast here, or download it on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher.

To learn more about Karlyn, visit her website at www.zenworkplace.com. You can also learn more about her talk at SXSW by visiting www.sxsw.com.

Thanks to everyone for listening! And, thank you to those who sent me questions. You can send me your questions to [email protected]. You can also send me questions via Twitter. I'm @CopelandCoach. And, on Facebook, I am Copeland Coaching.

Don't forget to help me out. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and leave me a review!

Episode 159 is live! This week, we talk with Bart Cleveland in Austin, TX.

Bart spent over 30 years growing brands like The Ritz-Carlton, Coca-Cola and CNN. Now, he helps creative professionals plan and execute successful career through Job Propulsion Lab. Bart is also a contributing author of the book, "The Get A Job Workshop, How To Find Your Way To A Creative Career In Advertising." He will also be speaking this year at SXSW on the topic of "Building the Creative Career You're Meant To Have."

On today's episode, Bart shares:

• Whether you should start your creative career at an advertising agency or at a corporation
• What you can do when you're starting out and have very little experience
• How to demonstrate your creative potential in a job interview
• What you can do to lay the foundation toward an executive level marketing career

Listen and learn more! You can play the podcast here, or download it on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher.

To learn more about Bart, visit his website at www.jobpropulsionlab.com. You can also learn more about his talk at SXSW by visiting www.sxsw.com.

Thanks to everyone for listening! And, thank you to those who sent me questions. You can send me your questions to [email protected]. You can also send me questions via Twitter. I'm @CopelandCoach. And, on Facebook, I am Copeland Coaching.

Don't forget to help me out. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and leave me a review!

Episode 158 is live! This week, we talk with Kathryn Gates in Austin, TX. Kathryn is a psychotherapist and fitness specialist who works with adults, teens, couples and families. Kathryn's mission is to support her clients in healing their pasts and embracing their creativity to find their unique life purpose. This is Kathryn's second time as a guest on the Copeland Coaching Podcast!

On today's episode, Kathryn shares:

• The types of issues employees are the most frustrated with at work
• How to decide if you're in the wrong job -- or the wrong workplace environment
• How Kathryn was able to transition her own career from personal trainer to psychotherapist
• How to reduce your stress at work

Listen and learn more! You can play the podcast here, or download it on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher.

To learn more about Kathryn, visit her website at www.gatestherapy.com.

Thanks to everyone for listening! And, thank you to those who sent me questions. You can send me your questions to [email protected]. You can also send me questions via Twitter. I'm @CopelandCoach. And, on Facebook, I am Copeland Coaching.

Don't forget to help me out. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and leave me a review!

Episode 157 is live! This week, we talk with Alex Smith in Memphis, TN. Alex is the Chief HR Officer for the City of Memphis. She also served on the HR teams at Brightstar Device Protection, Target Corporation, and Microsoft. Alex will be speaking this year at SXSW on a panel called, "Dear HR: Ditch the pool table and pay student loans."

On today's episode, Alex shares:

• The details on the student loan reimbursement plan the City of Memphis has implemented
• What types of creative benefits companies are offering
• The differences in interviewing at a corporation versus a government
• Tips on deciding if you should work at a corporate job, or a government job
• Tips for transitioning between different cities

Listen and learn more! You can play the podcast here, or download it on iTunes or Stitcher.

To learn more about Alex, you can find her on LinkedIn. Learn more about the City of Memphis on the City of Memphis website. And, learn more about Alex's SXSW panel on the SXSW website.

Thanks to everyone for listening! And, thank you to those who sent me questions. You can send your questions to [email protected]. You can also send me questions via Twitter. I'm @CopelandCoach. And, on Facebook, I am Copeland Coaching.

Don't forget to help me out. Subscribe on iTunes and leave me a review!

Episode 156 is live! This week, we talk with Christine Laird in Oklahoma City, OK. Christine is the Manager of Talent and Business Growth at the Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce. Previously, she was a Senior Recruiter for Kelly Services where she was consistently recognized as a top performer both regionally and nationally.

On today's episode, Christine shares:

• The pros and cons of working with an external placement agency
• How to effectively work with an external recruiter
• How to handle salary challenges during the negotiation process
• How to follow up with the recruiter, even if we don't get a job

Listen and learn more! You can play the podcast here, or download it on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher.

To learn more about Christine, find her on LinkedIn. To learn more about the Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce, visit their website here.

Thanks to everyone for listening! And, thank you to those who sent me questions. You can send me your questions to [email protected]. You can also send me questions via Twitter. I'm @CopelandCoach. And, on Facebook, I am Copeland Coaching.

Don't forget to help me out. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and leave me a review!

Episode 155 is live! This week, we talk with Isaac Lake in Memphis, TN. Isaac is a Manager of Brand Performance Support at Hilton. Previously, Isaac worked at the University of Memphis where he was the Manager of Facilities and Programs at the University Center. This is Isaac's second time on the Copeland Coaching Podcast. He's a former client and a friend. On this episode, we check back in with Isaac after 3.5 years at Hilton.

On today's episode, Isaac shares:

• The biggest differences between working in a corporate environment and at a university
• Which transferable skills (and side hustles) helped him to transition into corporate
• The role of networking in the job search
• Advice for others looking to make a major career shift

Listen and learn more! You can play the podcast here, or download it on iTunes or Stitcher.

To learn more about Isaac, you can find him on LinkedIn.

Thanks to everyone for listening! And, thank you to those who sent me questions. You can send your questions to [email protected]. You can also send me questions via Twitter. I'm @CopelandCoach. And, on Facebook, I am Copeland Coaching.

Don't forget to help me out. Subscribe on iTunes and leave me a review!

Episode 154 is live! This week, we talk with Amy Wrzesniewski in New Haven, CT. Amy is a professor of organizational behavior at the School of Management at Yale University. Her research interests focus on how people make meaning of their work in difficult contexts, including stigmatized occupations, virtual work, and the absence of work. She also researches the experience of work as a job, career, or calling. Her current research involves studying how employees shape their interactions and relationships with others in the workplace to change both their work identity and the meaning of the job. She teaches both on managing groups and teams, and global virtual teams.

On today's episode, Amy shares:

• The tie between purpose and meaning in work
• How closely our career is tied to our identity
• Why we may regret our occupational choices mid-career
• Whether or not having purpose at work can increase your success
• A common mistake job seekers make
• The impact of unemployment on our identity

Listen and learn more! You can play the podcast here, or download it on iTunes or Stitcher.

To learn more about Amy, find her on the Yale website and on YouTube.

Thanks to everyone for listening! And, thank you to those who sent me questions. You can send your questions to [email protected]. You can also send me questions via Twitter. I'm @CopelandCoach. And, on Facebook, I am Copeland Coaching.

Don't forget to help me out. Subscribe on iTunes and leave me a review!

Episode 153 is live! This week, we talk with Mark Sanborn in Denver, CO. Mark is an international inspirational keynote speaker and author of seven best-selling books that have topped the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today. Mark is also the author of his new book, The Potential Principle: A Proven System for Closing the Gap Between How Good You Are and How Good You Could Be.

On today's episode, Mark shares:

• Tips for escalating your performance at work
• How to be identified for internal promotions
• How to focus on our potential

Listen and learn more! You can play the podcast here, or download it on iTunes or Stitcher.

To learn more about Mark, find him on Twitter and his website.

Thanks to everyone for listening! And, thank you to those who sent me questions. You can send your questions to [email protected]. You can also send me questions via Twitter. I'm @CopelandCoach. And, on Facebook, I am Copeland Coaching.

Don't forget to help me out. Subscribe on iTunes and leave me a review!

Episode 152 is live! This week, we talk with Joe Navaro. Joe is an international bestselling author and body language expert. He spent 25 years at the FBI, working as both an agent and supervisor in the areas of counterintelligence and counter terrorism. Through his work, he was able to study, refine, and apply the science of non-verbal communications. Joe is the author of numerous books and articles on body language, including: What Every BODY Is Saying: An Ex-FBI Agent's Guide to Speed-Reading People.

On today's episode, Joe shares:

• What is non-verbal communication
• Which parts of the body are most important when it comes to sending the right signals
• The body language advice you should ignore
• How to tell if the hiring manager likes you during a job interview

Listen and learn more! You can play the podcast here, or download it on iTunes or Stitcher.

To learn more about Joe, find him on Twitter and his website.

Thanks to everyone for listening! And, thank you to those who sent me questions. You can send your questions to [email protected]. You can also send me questions via Twitter. I'm @CopelandCoach. And, on Facebook, I am Copeland Coaching.

Don't forget to help me out. Subscribe on iTunes and leave me a review!