Do you hate brainstorming meetings? Probably, because most of them are terrible – but they don't have to be. I have several adult learning techniques I use in the classroom that also translate well for engaging meetings that don't feel like a waste of time.

Show Notes

Transcripts for all episodes are available at stephparker.com/blog. 

Whether you're an OG listener or a first-timer, it's been a minute since Career Slut graced the airwaves. In this quickie, Steph says a brief hello and talks about how the show delivers an honest dose of professional development for people who care about work, but don't identify with all of the things the corporate world tends to represent. Make sure to follow or subscribe so that you get the latest and greatest episodes when the show returns on September 6th.

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A transcript for this episode is available at stephparker.com. 

Back by surprising demand, we're talking about how you can elevate your presenting and public speaking skills even further (as a bolt-on to June's 'Presentation Skills' episode). We're also talking about how often you should really be engaging in professional training, and how you can stand out in what feels like a sea of sameness as a freelancer.

It's time to talk about the one thing that makes hybrid models successful, how to build legit relationships with coworkers from a distance, and what types of talent truly make a team successful. Because work only works when it works for you. Right? Right.

Why are thought leaders so hell-bent on talking about themselves? And why does the corporate world assume that every single employee should one day be a manager? In this episode, we'll explore ways to get ahead without putting yourself on a pedestal or ignoring the true value you can bring to the table.

53% of job-quittin' Americans say they want to leave their companies behind in favor of freelancing. A Harvard Business Review contributor suggests that office politics are not only impossible to avoid, but sometimes a good thing. We have a lot to talk about this week. 

This week, we're breaking down some big, juicy stuff. We'll explore what's really fueling the desire for remote work, break down why FOMO on a passed job opportunity isn't real, and run through the best ways to have uncomfortable conversations at work. 

This week, we get into the merits of a 4-day workweek and debunk how companies actually win those "Best Places to Work" awards. We'll also go over an essential list of 6 questions you should be asking every single candidate you interview to make the right hires. 

Check it out, Career Slut 2.0 is here. New vibe, same realness. This week, you'll hear the latest arguments in the case for remote work, learn whether or not a thank-you note after an interview actually matters, and evaluate if a job opportunity is truly right (or wrong) for you. 

Chance are, you've developed some bad habits over the course of your career. The good news is, you're only a tweak or two away from improving your day-to-day experience at work by addressing them. In this episode, you'll hear more about how to say no, stop apologizing, find balance, and take truly unplugged PTO.