Janet Phan is the author of the forthcoming book Boldly You, and  is the founder of Thriving Elements, a nonprofit that matches underrepresented girls to STEM mentors. Janet has an engaging personal backstory about growing up first-generation in the US and the challenges of having ambitions that didn’t match her family’s cultural expectations. Janet  shares her experience growing a network of mentors and carving her own path through high school, college and a career in tech, along with actionable advice about how you can do the same. 

Episode highlights:

• 5 Key Thriving Elements
• Deep dive on how to show up for yourself
• Takeaways from Janet's Ted Talk: 3 Key Elements to Thriving Mentorship 
• Ways to get involved as mentors at Thriving Elements (non-profit organization)

Connect with Janet:

• Instagram - @janet.t.phan
• LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/janettphan/
• Pre-order Boldy You - https://boldly-you.com/
• Listen to Janet's Ted Talk

Connect with Liz:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizherrera1/
Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/
Website:  https://www.lizcareercoaching.net/
Email: [email protected]

Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
Artwork: Joseph Valenzuela Design

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In this episode I interview Sergio Patterson, Senior Program Manager at LinkedIn.  Sergio has worked in Silicon Valley for 10 years including Facebook, Amazon and Google. He works with individuals in all stages of their career and helps them prepare, strategize and ultimately break into the top tech companies in Silicon Valley.

In this episode we discuss:

• How Sergio broke into tech as a Communication major
• Building and leveraging his foundational skills from his previous roles
• Breaking into tech through networking
• Ways he has leveraged his CliftonStrengths
• The importance of core values in making a career pivot
• The value of having a growth mindset
• Sergio’s 5 C’s of acing your next job interview (these are amazing tips!)
• Dealing with rejection

Connect with Sergio:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sergio-patterson/
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizherrera1/
Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/
Website:  https://www.lizcareercoaching.net/
Email: [email protected]

Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
Artwork: Joseph Valenzuela Design

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In this episode I interview Emmanuel Lopez,  a first-generation Latinx trailblazer who  currently works as a bilingual recruiting specialist at Governors State University while also serving as vice-chair for HACE's Chicago aux board. He is passionate about mentorship, building a visible brand, and inspiring the next generation of student leaders.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Emmanuel's academic journey and his personal experience finishing grad school and entering the job market during the pandemic
• The value of volunteering
• The professional benefits of joining a board
• Building a brand and a professional network
• How to establish professional relationships through mentorship
• Persistence

Connect with Emmanuel on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/emanlop11/

Connect with Liz:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizherrera1/
Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/
Website:  https://www.lizcareercoaching.net/
Email: [email protected]

Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
Artwork: Joseph Valenzuela Design

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In this episode,  I interview Phil Grodin, author of the book, Just Tell Me What I Need to Know!, a practical guide for new and young professionals on how to be successful in the workplace. Phil shares insight and expertise based on his career  background  supervising, mentoring and working with early careerists in the field of finance,  consulting, investment banking, real estate investment and private credit.  Whether you are an early careerist or a mentor to a young professional, this episode is for you.  

Conversation topics include:

• Common pitfalls  seen in early careerists entering the job market
• 3 pillars to follow for career success
• What hiring managers look for in new hires

Get your copy of Phil's Book!
https://justtellmebook.com/

Connect with me:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizherrera1/
Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/
Website:  https://www.lizcareercoaching.net/
Email: [email protected]

Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
Artwork: Joseph Valenzuela Design

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One of the biggest mistakes that college students make is waiting until the end of their academic program to begin thinking about their job search. During the college experience, whether that be undergraduate or graduate school, there are resources and limitless opportunities to gain valuable skills through internships, fellowships, research, leadership opportunities, serving on boards, committees and volunteering that can allow students to start building their professional package. 

As an early careerist, you must take ownership of your career journey and be intentional every step of the way.  In this episode I share 6 strategies to  help you build a competitive edge as a graduate or undergraduate student before entering the job market!

Connect with me:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizherrera1/
Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/
Website:  https://www.lizcareercoaching.net/
Email: [email protected]

Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
Artwork: Joseph Valenzuela Design

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As we begin a new year, many of us are motivated to set new goals whether it is to make more money, buy a new home, get a new job, lose weight, start a new business, and the list goes on.   While it is critical to set specific, measurable, attainable, realistic and timely goals, it is  also important to identify and leverage our innate strengths to help us get through the challenging times and in those moments that we are ready to give up.

In this episode I share 5 principles of goal setting based on goal setting theory as well as ideas on ways to maximize your strengths to stay focused and successfully achieve your goals.

Interested in doing a CliftonStrengths coaching session with me? Contact me for a free 20 minute consultation.

Connect with me:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizherrera1/
Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/
Website:  https://www.lizcareercoaching.net/
Email: [email protected]

Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
Artwork: Joseph Valenzuela Design

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If you are  striving to step into a leadership position or  trying to find your leadership identity this episode is for you. In this episode, I interview Dr. Marisol Capellan, an executive coach, women empowerment and Diversity and Inclusion Speaker and a faculty member at the University of Miami Herbert Business School. 

Dr. Capellan shares strategies to gain the confidence to step into a leadership role and embrace your leadership style.  Dr. Capellan focuses on mindset, mindfulness and confidence building as we redefine what leadership means to us, embracing our uniqueness, and leading from authenticity.  

Strategies include:

• Finding mentors that are genuinely invested in your development
• Identifying sponsors / the difference between a mentor and a sponsor
• Understanding and challenging gender norms in the workplace

Connect with Dr. Capellan:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marisolcapellan/
Instagram: @profcapellan

Connect with me:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizherrera1/
Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/
Website:  https://www.lizcareercoaching.net/
Email: [email protected]

Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
Artwork: Joseph Valenzuela Design

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For many of us, we grow up with a societal or cultural expectation as to how we measure and define success - whether its status, income, a specific job title, working in a lucrative industry and so on. 

But what is the true definition of success? 

In this episode I invite Davina Ware to have a conversation and delve into the topic of how we should define success.

​​Davina Ware is a Career Transition Coach, marketing consultant, and founder of Upwardly Paved Path Career Coaching. She helps people leave stagnant jobs to transition into their best careers that utilize their gifts and place them in positions of influence. Through the latest career transition principles, personal growth coaching, and spiritual development, she leads her clients to make the best career move in 90 days.

Episode resources / Connect with Davina

• Website and 90 Days to Quit Checklist: http://www.upwardlypavedpath.com 
• Developing Your Success Factor Course: https://upwardlypavedpath.thinkific.com/courses/success-factor
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEK71EDn_kZA8jow4YA6LdQ
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/upwardlypavedpath
• Facebook Group: http://www.stagnantjobtoidealcareer.com 
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upwardlypavedpath/
• LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/davinaware 

Connect with me:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizherrera1/
Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/
Website:  https://www.lizcareercoaching.net/
Email: [email protected]

Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
Artwork: Joseph Valenzuela Design

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If you feel overwhelmed or intimidated by the idea of networking, this episode is for you.  In this episode I have a heart to heart with power networker Kathryn Kaysen Jackson, Career Coach & Consultant on ways to reduce anxiety when approaching networking . Kathryn walks us through techniques and tactics to navigate the networking space based on our individual preferences and comfort level.

Episode topics include:

• Networking for introverts
• Leveraging technology to build your network (Twitter and LinkedIn)
• Why is networking so important? 
• Networking success stories
• Tips for university students

Kathryn is a lifelong career development and organizational culture nerd with extensive experience leading career services, running a small business and writing about career and work life. She is an experienced hiring manager with over 20 years of supervising professionals, graduate students, and interns. A first generational college graduate, she is also a lifelong Chicagoan, proud introvert and White Sox fan!

Connect with Kathryn:
Twitter: @kathrynkaysen
Instagram: kjackson9

Connect with me:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizherrera1/
Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/
Website:  https://www.lizcareercoaching.net/
Email: [email protected]

Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
Artwork: Joseph Valenzuela Design

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Are you ready to Reignite your Purpose?  In today's episode, I interview Mark Danaher, Career and Life Coach and  founder of Careers by Design.

Mark shares tools and strategies to help you find clarity and ideas for action to reignite your purpose. Episode topics include:

• 5 signs that you are ready for your next move 
  
  
• Using journaling and free writing to find clarity 
  
  
• Using the wheel of life to find your focus 
  
  
• Downshifting and creating a career sketch 
  
  
• Job satisfaction self-assessment

Episode resources offered by Mark:
https://markdanaher.com/liz

Mark Danaher is the founder of Careers by Design (www.markdanaher.com). He helps professionals make a career change to the work they will love. Mark is an award winning career counselor and coach for over 25 years helping professionals connect the dots to reduce stress, regain balance, and thrive in their life and career. Through his private coaching practice, Mark presents workshops and training for career professionals, universities, businesses, and organizations throughout the United States.

Connect with me:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizherrera1/
Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/
Website:  https://www.lizcareercoaching.net/
Email: [email protected]

Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
Artwork: Joseph Valenzuela Design

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