This past October I was LUCKY enough to connect with nine-time award-winning author and chef entrepreneur Amalia Moreno-Damgaard.   

I am 'jumping out of my seat' excited to FINALLY share our conversation and Amalia's Easy Cocktail.  [Taste Tested & Approved! Recipe Below]  

Amalia's passion for Latin cuisine is undeniable as she shares her career journey.  Throughout Amalia's life and career, she has fine-tuned her ability to connect people, traditions and cultures to the meals she prepares.  Amalia's cooking ignites conversations, bridges knowledge, and is used as a platform to teach people about Latin cultures.   

We have all changed in the way we work, travel, connect with people.  Amalia gives us a timely reminder to see the good.  See the positive.  And to keep moving forward.    

Amalia, you are on FIRE!  🔥  

Thank you for urging us to invite people to our table - - and to keep moving forward.   

🍹   Amalia’s Easy Cocktail   

Makes 1 cocktail   

6 oz. sparkling soda 

2 teaspoons piloncillo or brown sugar 

2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice 

2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice 

1 to 2 oz. high quality tequila or mezcal  

¼ cup ice Garnish with a lime slice or rim the glass with dried chile powder such as piquín   

Combine all ingredients in a martini shaker, strain, and serve.  

Get your hands on a copy of Amalia's book here: https://amzn.to/3ts4uBt 

Learn more about Amalia and her work here: https://amaliallc.com/   

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This week my featured guest is Jaime Adam Taets, CEO and Founder of Keystone Group International.    

Jaime joins me for a virtual glass of Piper Heidsieck Brut Champagne and dives right into it - sharing LOADS of value bombs and actionable tips that will help you strengthen your relationships and better LEAD and EMPOWER your team.   

As a leader myself, navigating uncharted territory in today's world, this was a timely [and much appreciated] dose of inspiration!    

Cheers! 

Renee

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This week I am serving up an episode featuring Katie Kroll, Director of Development and Internships at Northwestern Mutual.   

As a relationship cultivator and culture keeper, Katie's career is founded on the purpose of helping people achieve their personal and professional goals.    

Katie has the keen ability to recognize top talent, and she lifts the veil and shares how she continues to adapt and evolve to the virtual world and changing employment market.  

 If you are a Hiring Leader looking to grow your team, or a Job Seeker looking to ace your next interview, this episode is for you.  It is packed with an insiders perspective on how to effectively recruit top talent in the virtual world, and Katie even shares the 4 most commonly made interview mistakes.

Connect with Katie HERE: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathryn-kroll-22059056/

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It is NEVER too late to start investing in YOU.    

That means the whole package of you: Mind + Body + Soul.   Undoubtedly, one impacts the next, so taking care of the whole package is critical to your personal and professional success.   💪

This week's guest serves a great reminder of that.  Tera Busker, Owner and Founder of Fitness To Go joins me to sip on Prosecco and chat about how she turned her passion into a profession and she shares tips and tricks on how to optimize YOUR overall health.   

Learn more about Tera and her work in the fitness world:  https://fitnesstogo.net/

To learn more about my Career Coaching, Resume Writing & Digital Courses, visit: https://bit.ly/Payraiseandpromotion

It is NEVER too late to reignite your network! My guest this week is Aaron Eggert - - an old classmate from high school, and most notably, the Founder of Coalition9 and BACKforty.

A connector of people and ideas, Aaron has merged his sales and leadership experience to support, empower and lead other individuals, helping business grow across the country.

Aaron took the initiative to reach out after years of being disconnected. He checked in, shared what he was up to…and the rest is history. We have since shared ideas, partnered on projects, referred clients, and just…continued to check in and support each other’s journey.

So I challenge you, think about someone you have lost touch with. An old co-worker, or an old boss. An old classmate. Don’t let any more time pass. Reignite your network!

And if you are looking to build your RELATIONSHIPS & REVENUE - - Aaron takes us through his journey and shares 3 MUST read books to kickstart your growth!

Tune in on your favorite podcast app or watch the complete episode on YouTube.

Visit https://payraiseandpromotion.com/ for Career Coaching & Resume Writing!

Can you believe it has taken me until NOW to try Jameson Irish Whiskey❓ A little late to the party I'd say  - - BUT... just in time for the release of SEASON 2 of Careers & Cocktails❗😁  

In today's episode, we are LEVELING UP with Heather Westmoreland, a Medium, Healer & Transformation Coach!  Heather Westmoreland gives us all the magic in this episode!  🌠  

If you are feeling 'stuck' in a pattern, feeling undervalued, suffering from negative self-talk - - or looking to hone in on a specific skill set- - (all far too common occurrences in today's wild world) this episode covers it all and gives you the boost you need to LEVEL UP in your life!!  

Subscribe to Careers & Cocktails on YouTube or your favorite podcast app so you don't miss an update (Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, etc)❗  🌐PLEASE share with your network!  

The nuggets of information in this episode are TOO GOOD to keep to yourself.   

To learn more about Heather and her incredible work - visit: https://heatherwestmoreland.com/ 

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  **DISCLAIMER:** TalentQ and its affiliates would like to remind viewers that the cocktails are intended for those 21+ years of age. Please drink responsibly, and obey the drinking laws in your country. Careers & Cocktails is not liable for any of your drunken mistakes.

Another week of DYNAMITE company and DELICIOUS drinks! Karen Lamb is my guest of honor this week - and she chose to sip a Bourbon Old Fashioned. No complaints here.

You don't want to miss out because Karen is one the BEST networkers I know…and she shares some of her top networking secrets! And, as a fellow female professional, she opens up about staying at home with her children for 7 years before transitioning back to the corporate world, and balancing the act of being a career mom.

Fiercely driven to set new bars and crush new goals, Karen shares a lot of great tips on how she has achieved success!

Thank you Karen!

Visit www.careersandcocktails.com for more career related tips and delicious drink recipes!

Eleni Anastos, a business strategist and prosperity coach, joined me this week from beautiful and sunny Florida. Again, embracing the power of technology to network!

Seemed fitting with Eleni's Florida origins that we mixed up a mimosa with fresh orange juice and bubbly- Doesn't get any simpler than that! Perfect brunchtime cocktail that can be garnished to fit your occasion.

Eleni shares how she transitioned from school teacher to entrepreneur and gives tips on how to create a rich and rewarding relationship with money.

If you are looking for additional resources related to money and mindset - give this a read: https://amzn.to/30O22su

To learn more about Eleni and her incredible work, visit: https://elenianastos.com/home-7/

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Joining us from the other side of the world this week is Esther Kokkelmans, a Doula who currently lives in Belgium. 

Knowing very little about the Doula profession – I was ecstatic to chat with Esther and dive in - - especially after learning she is the longest working Doula in her country! [celebrity in the house 😁]

Although a world away, Esther and I have been lucky enough to meet in person, thanks to the power of technology, the power of networking, and moreover, our shared love for Tesla.

When it came time to planning a family vacation to The Netherlands, I posted about it in a Tesla group on Facebook, and Esther was kind enough to not only invite me to their local meetup, but also arrange transportation for me and my girls. A true example of how she continues to inspire, support and network with women in all aspects of her life!

So seeing her bright and smiling face via zoom was a pleasure!

Esther shares her experience of transitioning from a Pediatric Nurse to a Birth Doula, and the role she plays throughout the birthing process. Whether it is helping parents understand their birthing rights, find their voice or helping them prepare for the unknown, Esther has the keen ability to adjust herself to the needs of her clients.

Esther is truly an inspiration as she shares her wealth of knowledge related to the birthing process, women’s rights and her continuous mission of challenging herself and challenging others. 

Thank you Esther for going out of your way to make me feel at home when visiting you, and for inviting me in to learn more about the DYNAMITE work you do as a Doula.

Be sure to check out my website for more info about this episode, future episodes, career tips and delicious drink recipes: https://www.careersandcocktails.com/careercoach

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This week I am joined by Jay Fletch, a successful real estate agent, avid reader, speaker, consultant and coach. 

Jay's track record as a Real Estate Agent is an impressive one - being consistently ranked as one of the top producing Real Estate Agents in the upper Midwest and among the top 1% of Real Estate Agents in the country.

We sipped on Jay's favorite go-to drink, a chai tea latte [made with almond milk] and chatted about his career journey, building a successful real estate company and where he is directing his focus during COVID.

Jay, a coach himself, has loads of value bombs to share to those in and out of the real estate business. He

Thank you for joining me Jay, for the loads of information and for being vulnerable for our listeners.

Cheers,

Renee

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