How to Corporate

Your behavior & intentionality can manifest OPPORTUNITY.

But often we spend time going through the motions of what we "think" we're supposed to do and later ask ourselves why we don't get the results we want?!

The decisions you make every day create a snowball effect. This is why being deliberate is so vital to your career progression.

In this episode, I talk to Ashtyn Duncan – Readiness & Onboarding Manager – about how she maximized her college years, after giving up something she loved to do to focus on her future career. She provides real life experiences of how to overcome fear and disappointment to achieve personal goals.

You can keep the conversation going by reaching out to Ashtyn on LinkedIn or with us on any of the social media platforms here: https://linktr.ee/howtocorporate

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What characteristics come to mind when you hear the phrase “model employee”? Someone that:

· Keeps to themselves?

· Observes without speaking?

· Works independently?

Or are they more likely to:

· Be the center of attention?

· Think out loud?

· Prefer group assignments?

While any of these points could describe a great team member, many organizations encourage people to emulate extroverted qualities. Not a problem for extroverts. But where does that leave everyone else? How do you succeed at work as an introvert?

Those are the questions I explore in this episode with my guest, Lissa Appiah – Certified Career Strategist. We discuss what it means to be an introvert, how to identify opportunities for improvement, and strategies for showing up as your authentic self at work while STILL building a successful career.

Check out the episode for this critical career guidance. Don’t forget to subscribe and write a review when you’re done!

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Imposter Syndrome manifests in many ways that we don’t always recognize and can be debilitating to your career.

With this in mind, we kick off Season 2 with my guest Qiara Suggs, Senior Vice President, and Chief Human Resources Officer to discuss this important topic so we spend this episode first clearly defining what Imposter Syndrome really is.

Qiara shares her unique experiences in human resources dealing with and overcoming imposter syndrome. Her story is an example that we all face this issue at some point in our careers, but we don’t have to be defined by it. Listen to the episode now to apply these learnings in your career and start winning!

You can reach out to Qiara on LinkedIn under Qiara Suggs.

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Just like that, Season 1 is a wrap! In one year we produced and released 21 episodes so cheers to our 1 year anniversary!

Reflection is important at all levels to truly be successful so that’s what the ReCap episode is focused on. There have been an endless amount of learnings this year that required so many changes along the way.

This episode covers How to Corporate’s geniuses and how the show has evolved over time. Whether it was figuring out the show’s target audience or testing the episode length or buying the wrong mic there were countless mistakes this season but we persevered.

You only lose if you don’t get back up! THANK YOU for supporting this movement to EMPOWER you, the working professional, to better advance your career.

DON’T forget to take a moment to write a review or leave a comment, provide a rating, and share this podcast with a friend/colleague!

We continue the journey with Season 2’s premiere on September 21st‼️

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Your career is a MARATHON.

Meaning that at times you will pace ahead of the goals you set for yourself, while at other times you may fall behind.

When it comes to running YOUR race, it starts with a positive mindset and good energy. That’s what PROPELS you forward, especially during challenging times.

In this episode, my guest, Dr. George Okpamen, shares his story of how maintaining good energy helped him overcome multiple hurdles and failures throughout his career which ultimately lead to success.

Check out the full episode for this critical career guide.

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You can reach out to George on Instagram @georgeokk, LinkedIn, or following Pharmacy Initiative Leaders (PILs) Inc 

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If I were to ask, what skills do you possess what would you say?

You’d likely make reference to the skills you’ve built from your current job title or career. Is that it though?

What if you decide to switch careers? How about seeking a promotion? Do you qualify for these opportunities if you don’t have the skills?

Or maybe you DO but you just don’t know it.

Think about all your LIFE experiences and what type of transferable skills you’ve learned that could apply to any career.

In this episode, my guest David Anderson, shares how he switched careers from veterinary technologist to accountant but realized many of the skills he learned from his first career were transferable to his new career.

Check out the episode for this critical career guide on transferable skills.

You can reach out directly to David J. Anderson on LinkedIn under his name or via email: [email protected]

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Book References:

Difficult Conversations: How to Discuss What Matters Most - Douglas Stone

You Turn: Get Unstuck, Discover Your Direction, and Design Your Dream Career - Ashley Stahl

I Don't Know What I Want, But I Know It's Not This: A Step-by-Step Guide to Finding Gratifying Work - Julie Jansen

A lot of emphases is placed on mentorship throughout our careers, but what about sponsorship?

In this episode, my guest, Irlande Audenier, a Vice President in insurance, dissects what sponsorship is, how you can recognize it, and why it's vital to your career growth.

Irlande explains how a Sponsor is someone:

· that knows you

· that can advocate for you

· that is willing to put their reputation on the line for you

· that sees your potential

Check out the full episode for this critical career guide.

You can reach out directly to Irlande Audenier on LinkedIn under her name.

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Do you go to work fantasizing over an idea that you wish you could bring to life?

Do you have a side business that you wish could be your “main business”?

Do you love the idea of working for yourself and creating?

What’s stopping you? Who’s stopping you? Are you YOUR biggest obstacle?

In episode 17 my guest, Travis Smith, had to figure out his WHY when deciding to take the leap from Corporate America to Entrepreneur. The path hasn’t been easy but we share his entrepreneurial journey as an example of how he overcome fear, doubt, and restlessness when contemplating if/when to make the jump. Nothing is guaranteed, not even a career in Corporate so you owe it to yourself to at least try!

You can find where their food truck will pop up on their website here: https://thefunnelbar.com/

You can also follow The Funnel Bar on social media @thefunnelbar. Life is short eat dessert first!

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I'm BACK!!! Did you miss me?? I know it's been a while. What I thought was a short break turned into a sabbatical! Sometimes we all need to take a hiatus to reflect and reset but I'm happy to report that I'm back in action.

Going forward, I'll be releasing episodes on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month. First come-back episode will release Wednesday, July 6th.

My mission is to empower working professionals who are struggling with career advancement but can’t figure out why. If you want help identifying what’s holding you back in your career then this is the podcast show for you. I'm here to be your guide to a thriving career!

The biggest lesson I've learned during my hiatus is the importance of PACING. Don't let anyone tell you how to run your race, folks. Let's get after it!

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We don’t always get the opportunity or role we want on the first try so what happens if you don’t get it?

In Episode 16, my guest Will Womble, MBA, Sales Leader in Big Pharma, says “we have to accept that rejection is a part of the equation.” Will uses his personal story of facing rejection to showcase how your response to adversity makes the real difference between winning and losing.

We also discuss interview preparation and tips to make you stand out, finding commonality when building connections, how to maintain decorum at work functions, navigating office politics, and more.

Below is a link to Will’s LinkedIn page and list of his recommended reads:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/will-womble-mba-47359820/

Talent is Never Enough by John Maxwell

On Becoming a Leader by Warren G. Bennis

Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill

How to Win Friends, Influence People and Succeed in a Changing World Book by Dale Carnegie

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