Well, That Was Unexpected

I’m sure you’ve heard it time and time again. The best time to look for a better job is when you already have one. When you’re always open to considering other opportunities, you never lose out. It doesn’t cost you anything to consider them. If they’re not what you want, you can stay where you are.

In this week’s episode, we discuss the importance of always being open to new job opportunities for career progression. I share why you should always keep an open mind to new roles, essential tips on preparing for new opportunities, using a casual job search to map out a career development plan, what to look for in a new job opportunity, and the pros and cons of job hopping and how it can accelerate your career growth.

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Do you feel like you're not where you're supposed to be in life? You might feel stuck, lost, or not really committed to or excited about where you're headed. Whether it’s money, a job, people, or a past choice you made — it feels like something is holding you back and limiting your options. 

This episode will help you figure out the root cause of your feeling stuck or lost so you can find your way forward. I’ll also share my recent personal experience of feeling stuck in a rut when it came to moving on from my breakup and needing to establish a new social circle in my late 30s. So, listen in — it's time to get off your booty and start living the life you actually want to live, today.

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Getting rejected sucks. Whether you’re convinced you’re the perfect fit, and don’t get a response, or you’re three interviews in, and get that dreaded “sorry, we’ve decided to go with another candidate” email…it hurts! In this episode, I walk you through how to respond to that rejection and deal with getting ghosted, how to use this as an opportunity to identify why you may not be getting those jobs, and why you should consider other pathways to ultimately get that dream job.

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In this episode, you’ll hear from Chrissy Rutherford, who left her role as Special Projects Director, Talent and Social at Harper’s Bazaar to focus full-time on content creation, writing, and brand consulting. If you’ve ever wondered what it’d be like to work at a fashion magazine or be a full-time content creator, you’ll definitely want to listen in. We chat about how she snagged her job at Harper’s Bazaar, advice for those who want to work in fashion editorial, the upside of living with your parents, astrology, how to successfully DM a potential employer, and tips on how to jumpstart your career as a content creator. 

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You’ll want to tune in to this episode if you need help figuring out what’s next for you in your career, or life. After stints in events, digital media marketing, luxury editorial, and blogging, Nacole Gray spent 10 years handling experiential marketing and events for some of the top luxury and exotic car brands in the world. After experiencing massive burnout and doing serious self-reflection, she realized she wasn’t doing what made her truly happy, and is now on her way to becoming a psychotherapist.

We discuss the power of backtracking in your career, how to recognize your inner calling to make a change and implement it, the importance of keeping in touch with your network, leaving jobs that come with incredible perks for ones that…well, don’t, and tips on creating opportunities to help you reach your goals.

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Getting laid off sucks. In this episode, I walk you through the steps to take when you’re laid off - dealing with the emotions, addressing your finances, updating your resume and cover letter, connecting with recruiters, and even what to do with your newfound free time.

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Switching career paths and trying something new is super exciting, but it’s not always easy — especially if you’re looking to pivot into something completely different. This episode break’s down exactly how to reframe your existing experience and switch to a new career path.

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Today we're chatting with Patrice Sosoo, whose career path embodies how having the confidence to put yourself out there and experiment with various roles until you find the right fit really pays off. We discuss how she made job switch after job switch by convincing potential employers she was worth the risk, why doubting herself excites her, how being nosy inspired her side hustle, and tips on building a personal brand and how to have your name spoken in rooms you’re not in.

She’s currently Senior Vice President of Brand Marketing at America’s largest digital and print publisher, and previously held roles in advertising, PR, events, and marketing at companies like InStyle, ELLE, and American Express. She’s also the founder of the weekly newsletter and lifestyle brand turned social club, Little Gems. You can find her on Instagram @patricesosoo. 

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If you’ve been wanting to start a side hustle, listen to this episode! I share how to avoid getting ripped off from side hustle scams, and how to pick out a profitable and sustainable side business to call your own. 

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Welcome back to Well, That Was Unexpected! In this short episode, we're breaking the ice and getting to know each other. I share what got me here, what led me to start this podcast, and other random facts about me. I can't wait to get to know you.

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