The Career Evangelist

Success in your career isn’t just about working hard—it’s about making the right decisions, building the right skills, and positioning yourself for growth before the opportunity arrives.

In this episode of The Career Evangelist Podcast, Bola Alabi sits down with Rich Smith, co-founder of Vojomo and former Chief Marketing Officer for seven companies, to share practical career strategies every working professional needs.

Rich shares powerful insights on:

• How to position yourself for leadership roles
• What separates executives from average performers
• How to navigate a bad boss without damaging your career
• Why learning and discomfort accelerate career growth
• How strategic thinking transforms your career trajectory

Whether you're early in your career or preparing for executive leadership, this episode will help you think differently about your career and take control of your growth.

Change is accelerating — and what worked yesterday may already be obsolete.

In this episode of The Career Evangelist Podcast, I sit down with Allister Frost, former Microsoft Digital Marketing Strategy Leader and creator of the Future-Ready Mindset, to unpack how professionals can stay relevant, confident, and in demand in the age of AI.

We explore why most workplace change programs fail, how to activate curiosity, creativity, and courageous communication, and how Allister’s ReadyAlready® Growth Cycle helps busy professionals future-proof their careers without overwhelm.

If you’re navigating career uncertainty, AI disruption, or feeling stuck despite success, this episode delivers practical strategies you can apply immediately.

How do you grow your career, lead effectively, and still protect your health?

In this episode of The Career Evangelist Podcast, I sit down with Will Watrous, a leadership expert who has built and scaled multiple companies and now helps teams implement systems that drive sustainable success. We discuss how clarity, accountability, and execution impact career growth, leadership effectiveness, and team performance.

This conversation is designed for working professionals, managers, and aspiring leaders who want practical tools to grow without burnout and deliver results that matter.

What does it really take to build a healthy, high-performing workplace culture without burning people out?

In this episode of The Career Evangelist Podcast, I sit down with Hacia Atherton, a leadership expert who helps managers translate positive psychology research into practical, everyday routines. We discuss how leaders at all levels can influence culture, build trust, reduce burnout, and create environments where both performance and people can thrive.

This conversation is designed for working professionals, managers, and aspiring leaders who want actionable strategies they can apply immediately to strengthen their teams and accelerate their careers.

In this episode of the Career Evangelist Podcast, we’re joined by award-winning publicist and career visibility expert KJ Blattenbauer. With over three decades of experience shaping brands and professionals, KJ shares practical strategies for becoming sought after in your career—without relying on hype or self-promotion. We discuss how working professionals can turn expertise into opportunity, build credibility, and use visibility as a strategic tool for career growth. If you want your work to be recognized and rewarded, this conversation delivers clear actions you can apply immediately.

Career growth doesn’t happen by accident—it’s engineered.

In this episode of The Career Evangelist Podcast, I sit down with Susan Coelius Keplinger, CEO of Force of Nature and a 20-year AdTech veteran, to break down how working professionals can turn uncertainty into strategic career momentum. From scaling billion-dollar brands to coaching CMOs and founders, Susan shares how data-driven systems replace fear with clarity.

If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure about your next move, this episode delivers practical frameworks to help you take smarter risks, build confidence, and create predictable career growth—without burning out or betting blindly.

Unlock career growth secrets with Susan Coelius Keplinger, CEO of Force of Nature, in this episode of the Career Evangelist Podcast! As a Fortune Most Powerful Women honoree and AdTech expert, Susan reveals how she scaled Ring to a billion-dollar exit and built systems for brands like OOFOS and Halo.

On the latest episode of the Career Evangelist Podcast, we welcome Bryce Batts, certified career coach, AEC recruiting expert, and co-founder of Career Collective. With 15+ years of experience and over 800 placements, Bryce shares actionable strategies for aligning your career with your vision and values, redefining work-life balance, mastering personal branding, and navigating talent shortages in AEC. Plus, insights on women's leadership, confidence-building, and self-advocacy. Whether you're in engineering, construction, or any field, walk away with practical tools to design a fulfilling professional life. Tune in for inspiration and real-world advice.

Subscribe for more career evangelist episodes on professional development, job strategies, and leadership growth. Listen to Bryce's podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/women-in-aec-wine-after-work/id1590870145Follow Bryce: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryce-batts-recruiter Visit: https://brycebatts.co/ and https://www.mycareercollective.com/

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Discover powerful career strategies in this episode of the Career Evangelist Podcast featuring Bryce Batts, certified career coach, AEC recruiting expert, and co-founder of Career Collective. With over 15 years in architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) recruiting, Bryce has placed more than 800 professionals and hosts the Wine After Work podcast, empowering women in leadership and career development.

Career transitions are becoming the norm, especially after layoffs, restructurings, and organizational change. In this episode of The Career Evangelist Podcast, Bola Alabi sits down with career coach and Amazon #1 bestselling author Michelle Schafer to discuss how working professionals can navigate career transitions with confidence, clarity, and strategy.

Michelle is a two-time restructuring survivor who transformed career setbacks into a practical five-step career growth framework. She has helped nearly 1,000 professionals rebuild confidence, articulate their value, and reposition themselves for new opportunities without starting over.

In this conversation, we cover how to recover from layoffs, overcome career fog, communicate your professional value, and build career resilience in today’s uncertain job market. This episode is designed for mid-career professionals, leaders, and high performers who want actionable strategies, not generic career advice.

If you are navigating a career pivot, recovering from a setback, or planning your next career move, this episode will give you tools you can apply immediately.

Topics covered include:

• Career transitions after layoffs and restructurings

• How to rebuild confidence after career setbacks

• Articulating your value in interviews and leadership conversations

• Career resilience strategies for mid-career professionals

• Navigating career change with purpose and clarity

Explore Michelle Schafer’s career growth resources and coaching here:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleschafercoaching/ 

Website:  https://mschafercoaching.ca/ 

Free offer #1: A free chapter from her book - sign up here: https://mschafercoaching.ca/cultivatingcareergrowth/ 

Order Cultivating Career Growth: Navigating Transitions with Purpose here: 

https://mschafercoaching.ca/cultivatingcareergrowth/ 

Free offer #2: Download the reflection tool Career Focus Framework here: https://mschafercoaching.ca/gain-clarity-and-confidence-in-your-job-search/