If you are afraid of public speaking or looking for ways to boost your speaking confidence, this episode is for you.    I believe that having the skill to speak in public is instrumental in the enhancement of your career and will allow you  to take advantage of many opportunities that you may be presented with.

In this episode I share 5 strategies to help you overcome that fear and boost your confidence for the next time that you have to take the stage. 

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There's nothing like having a career chat over a glass of wine.  In this episode, I launch a Career Happy Hour segment kicking it off with a Graphic Designer and long time friend Joe Valenzuela.  

Joe talks to us about his career journey from Milwaukee to Chicago and how he has navigated his career in the creative industry.  Our topics of conversation include:

• His first job and how he leveraged his Spanish skills working for a bilingual community newspaper
• How he networked his way into the field
• How he bounced back from a lay off and used that time to refocus his career
• Tips on staying competitive as a graphic designer
• How to pave a career into the industry
• His creative outlet (Barbies!)
• His freelance work and tips for people interested in doing freelance

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Instagram - @barbiec0a
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Facebook - Joe Valenzuela Design

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Artwork: Joseph Valenzuela Design

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Feeling frustrated or discouraged from the job search process? Are you applying to hundreds of jobs and not getting any results? You are not alone. The job search process can be extremely time consuming and there are so many barriers and factors that affect the success of the job search. In this episode I speak to Eleanor Meegoda, CEO and Co-Founder of JobStep.  We discuss the many barriers and challenges that job seekers face in today's job market and she walks us through how JobStep helps to automate the process and eliminate some of the most time consuming barriers.
 
Eleanor Meegoda is the CEO & Co-Founder of JobStep (www.jobstep.co), the fastest way to get a better job. Eleanor is passionate about using technology and data, breaking down barriers to growing careers and expanding access to the wealth those careers bring. Prior to JobStep, she built data science-enabled products at tech companies, including the 3rd largest U.S. Job Board.

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

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In this episode, David Fano, CEO and Founder of Teal, talks to us about his career path and what inspired him to launch a business  to "empower every professional with the career guidance and resources they need to make career decisions with confidence".  David shares great insight on how to jumpstart an effective job search leveraging digital tools and technology.  

Episode topics:

• Dave's career - a serial entrepreneur and architect by training
• Advice for job seekers during  the "Great Resignation" 
• Effective job searching tips
• Where job seekers should focus their energy
• Vulnerability and the job search
• Flipping the script when it comes to networking

Dave is a serial entrepreneur and architect by training and has built his career by creating high-growth teams. He founded the successful building information and technology consultancy CASE and ultimately sold it to WeWork, where he served as Chief Growth Officer. In 2020, Dave launched his latest mission, Teal, which offers tools and resources that puts career development back in the hands of the individual so they can pursue a fulfilling career. 

"One place to organize and manage your job search"
https://www.tealhq.com/

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

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In this episode, Lisa Caprelli, award winning author, walks us through her career journey and how she leveraged her background in marketing and branding to launch and create a children's brand.   Lisa shares a lot of wisdom and insight that can inspire all of us regardless of our own unique career path.

Lisa Caprelli is a speaker, songwriter and an award-winning author of the unicorn book series, Unicorn Jazz. ™  She is an author of 17 books, and has produced music videos for kids. Lisa is the producer and director of Unicorn Jazz Presents The Thing I Do - a family show on Amazon TV.  Lisa was inspired by Sesame Street and with her kids multi-media brand of Unicorn Jazz.

Lisa is proud to be the first generation to graduate from college, graduating magna cum laude with a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Social Psychology.

GIVEAWAY: That Thing I Do book - simply  follow @lisacaprelli and hashtag #unicornjazz

Connect with Lisa:
https://lisacaprelli.com/
https://unicornjazz.com/

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Artwork: Joseph Valenzuela Design

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Many of you have competing priorities, personal and work obligations, and it can become challenging to focus on your goals.  Some of you may be taking on so many projects or may be presented with great opportunities that you feel you cannot pass up, but at some point you may be losing sight of your purpose. 

If you are feeling overwhelmed and trying to reclaim your energy to focus on your goals,  this episode is for you.

Episode topics include:

• Focusing on your mission and your vision
• What is your personal brand?
• Don't be afraid to say "no"
• Regain control of your schedule
• Identify your distractions

Links to resources:

• Personal Values Assessment
• Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less
• The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing 

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Artwork: Joseph Valenzuela Design

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It is time I take my own advice and accept that I need to pause, reflect, prioritize and recharge. Self-care is such an import but challenging practice for many of us.  While we have so many priorities and obligations, why is it is so difficult to put ourselves in that list of priorities?  This has been quite the year for all of us and I recognize that it is time for a recharge.  I am concluding season 2 of the podcast and will resume late August.  I have some amazing interviews lined up and more topics that I am eager to discuss. Please join me again when I resume, and hope that you can take time for your own self-care!

What is the Wheel of Life and How is it Used?

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Today we are talking about personal branding.  It is essential to be aware of our personal brand and to be cognizant if we are truly conveying that brand  through our actions, social media presence, work activities, communication and more. While our personal brand is essentially our reputation, is important to be able to articulate and intentionally showcase our brand in various aspects of our career including during a job interview, crafting a cover letter, writing a personal statement, asking for letters of recommendations, asking someone to be a reference, and having a positive online presence - our brand is intertwined in all of this. Part of this is having an in-depth understanding of our strengths and what we contribute to our world of work and those that we serve.  In this episode, I invite Linda Evans,  strengths-based career coach, speaker, and writer who specializes in personal branding where we focus the conversation around using your strengths in establishing your personal brand.

About Linda:
Linda Evans is a strengths-based career coach, speaker, and writer who specializes in personal branding. She started her virtual career coaching business, Launched by Linda, in 2011. Her full-time career has been in higher education since 2012 and she currently works in Career Services at Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas. Linda has a B.A. in American Studies and minor in Ballroom Dance from Brigham Young University, and a M.A. in Psychological Counseling from Columbia University. She is also a Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach, and has certificates in positive psychology and public speaking.

https://www.launchedbylinda.com/

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Many of you keep hearing from  career coaches or mentors that 80% of jobs are found through networking.  It’s about who you know.  If you are someone who hates networking or is super uncomfortable with the idea of networking, you may be feeling like there is no hope. How will I position myself  to new opportunities?  As someone who has struggled with networking and experiences social anxiety,  I will tell you that there is hope and all you may need is to reframe how you approach networking by making meaningful connections.

In this episode I share strategies on how to step out of your comfort zone and make networking less daunting and awkward. I share examples of both virtual and in-person scenarios. 

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Email: [email protected]

Resource mentioned in this episode:
The Ultimate Guide to an Informational Interview, LiveCareer


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Investing in your professional development is essential as you continue to  build and advance your career.  It is important to be intentional and continuously seek opportunities to build skills through trainings, certifications, coursework, higher education and/or involvement in professional associations.

In this episode, I interview Patricia Mota, President and CEO of HACE, Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement.  Patricia has a strong history of serving the community, as reflected by her service on various nonprofit boards and committees, and several accolades, including most recently named Chicago’s Most Powerful Latinos in 2019 by Crain’s Chicago Business. Patricia talks to us about her own professional journey and experiences that shaped her career and ultimately led to her leadership role as President and CEO of HACE.   

HACE is dedicated to the employment, development and advancement of current and aspiring Latino professionals.  Patricia shares insight on the various professional development programs offered through HACE including Mujeres de HACE, Emerging Latino Leaders Program and more.

Learn more about HACE and how to get involved.

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