How do you react when someone at work is challenging, rejects your ideas, and is even confrontational? Some people leave the situation, while others fight back. Todd Davis, a renowned leadership expert and best-selling author, recommends approaching difficult conversations confidently and empathetically. In this CareerCast episode, Todd provides practical tips and strategies to manage conflicts and foster better outcomes. Whether you're a seasoned leader or early in your career, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to improve their communication skills and build stronger relationships.

Learn how to navigate decision-making noise with Nuala Walsh, as she discusses the power of active listening, decoding complex communication, seeking diverse perspectives, overcoming negative perceptions, and enhancing decision-making in fast-paced environments

Have you ever noticed that when a challenge, or even crisis, occurs, some people blame, complain, and run away while others lean in and take full responsibility? What is the difference between the two types of individuals? What is innate and what can be learned? Anita Mendiratta, a trusted and respected global strategic advisor, with a professional foundation in companies like IBM, Unilever, and The Coca-Cola Company would say that there is a powerful inner determination that drives leaders to courageous action. In this CareerCast, Anita shares her knowledge, wisdom, and research-based insights on how to elevate yourself and others and authentically succeed in challenging times.

Henry Coutinho-Mason, one of the world's leading authorities on consumer trends, shares his insights on building a happier, more successful future. Topics include navigating disruptions caused by AI, creating a positive future, seizing unexpected opportunities, and the importance of confidence, collaboration, and seeking advice.

Nathan Perez, principal of Career Innovation and co-author of the 20-Minute Networking Meeting, shares tips for successful networking meetings. Topics discussed include preparation, being concise, creating rapport, offering help, staying relevant, increasing opportunities, expressing gratitude, summarizing information, and career pivots.

Jeremy Schifeling, an expert in career growth, shares insights on using AI for career advancement. Topics include leveraging AI in job search, optimizing LinkedIn headline, importance of skills density in applications, impact of overqualification, power of referrals, and conducting background checks on potential bosses.

Polina Marinova Pompliano, founder of The Profile, shares insights, lessons, and strategies to help you succeed when the odds are against you. Topics discussed include overcoming failure, asking the right questions, professional relationships, gratitude, and tips for succeeding against the odds.

Dr. David Burkus shares how to build a career by being part of a team that promotes psychological safety, prosocial purpose, and common understanding. He discusses the significance of teams in the workplace, creating trust and open communication, valuing behind-the-scenes staff, the power of gratitude, and building a successful career and team.

Guest Kelly Parker, marketing professional and host of “Business Storytelling Made Easy” Podcast, shares tips on creating an authentic career story, connecting past experiences to the present, highlighting transferable skills, and effectively communicating qualifications.

Does it feel harder than it should to find a company where you can thrive? Are you wondering how we could make work, less work? André Martin, operating advisor, board member, ex-Chief Talent Officer for Google/Nike/Target/Mars, and coach to top founders and c-suite executives, would tell you the issue isn’t good or bad culture, but the fit between your ideal way of working day-to-day and that of the companies you join. Finding the right fit, with massive shifts in the workplace, is hard and yet doable. In this CareerCast, André shares his approach, utilizing social science research, innovative practices from progressive companies big and small, and practical day-to-day strategies. You can leverage these to find ways to work and thrive and help your colleagues and teams do the same.