CareerCast by the University of Chicago Booth School of Business

Do you think of relationships as transactions you conduct to get that new job, close a deal, or finance your next venture? Many people do. Yet, Guy Kawasaki, former chief evangelist of Apple, founding partner of Garage Technology Ventures, and author of several best-selling books, including Enchantment and the Art of the Start, approaches relationship building very differently. He’s all about creating connections that are long-term, mutually beneficial, and life-changing – in the best possible way. In this CareerCast, Guy shares his insights, amazing experiences, and practical knowledge about developing relationships that are purposeful, passionate, and practical.

What were you born to do and how do you let the world know? Millions of people around the globe struggle with their current work situations. According to Phil Cooke, internationally-known filmmaker, a, and university lecturer, your struggle represents a big opportunity. In the next Career Cast, Phil will share his very unique perspective, experience, and practical tips on about how identify your calling, rise above the noise, and revolutionize your career.

Career challenges (especially the big ones) can send individuals into a nosedive and some never get back on track. Yet others use obstacles to reassess, recommit, and re-establish themselves in a new and often more rewarding professional endeavor. In the next Career Cast, John Baldoni, internationally recognized leadership consultant, speaker, and author of numerous publications and ten books (including his latest - Lead with Purpose: Giving Your Organization a Reason to Believe in Itself) will share his vast experience, deep knowledge, and multi-faceted perspective on how to bounce back from a career challenge.

Why do so few new ventures succeed when there is talent, resources, and great ideas? According to Silicon Valley corporate attorney, entrepreneur, and coach to high-potential entrepreneurial teams, John Montgomery, the gap is clear. In this CareerCast, John shares strategies from his book, Great from the Start” and nearly three decade career on how to translate business concepts into vibrant and successful companies.

Landing the next job is a challenging, time-consuming, and rigorous process. So once in the new position, you want to be prepared and able to succeed at the highest level possible. In this CareerCast, Chairman of CTI, former CEO of an enterprise software company, and author of Positive Intelligence, Shirzad Chamine, shares his vast experience coaching CEOs, lessons learned, and hard-fought wisdom on how to excel wherever you go.

Competition has never been greater and people are more distracted than ever. The good news is that there are many ways you can connect with people as you advance in your career if you do it right. According to Michael Hyatt, former CEO of Thomas Nelson and author of Platform: Get Noticed in a Noisy World, that's where building your platform comes in. In the next CareerCast, Michael will share his insights, lessons learned, and strategic tips on how to create visibility, recognition, and connection with a solid and compelling platform.

Getting to the corner office was once just a matter of paying your dues and following a narrowly defined route. Today, it takes that and much more. In this CareerCast, Debra Benton, President, Benton Management Resources and author of several books from How to Think Like A CEO to The Virtual CEO: How to Act Like a CEO Online and Offline, will share her insights, perspective, and practical advice from her decades of working directly with CEOs.

Having experience that spans multiple continents is key to a strong, adaptable, and enduring career in the world today. While many people realize the importance of this, few understand how to integrate cross-regional experiences into overall career planning and job search. In this CareerCast, Stacie Berdan, former Director Corporate Communications & Marketing at Unilever and author of Go Global!, shares her knowledge and insights on how to target opportunities, network across regions, and build a positive reputation across the globe.

Moving into a new position is one of the toughest challenges a businessperson can face. Nearly half of new leaders and managers fail in their first eighteen months. Often, failure is the result of crucial mistakes made before a person even starts. In the next CareerCast, Ellen Romberg, Chief Human Resources Office of the MacArthur Foundation, will share insights, proven solutions, and innovative approaches for successfully transitioning into a new role.

Do you want to start a new venture that is profitable and creates positive value in locally or around the world? In the next Career Cast, Faisal Hoque, Founder and CEO of BTM Corporation and author of The Power of Convergence: Linking Business Strategies and Technology Decisions to Create Sustainable Success, will share his research, experience, and approaches that work in today’s world.