Your Next Move Podcast
Kimberly Brown
You've led million-dollar projects, delivered results that speak for themselves, and built a reputation for excellence, only to watch someone else get chosen for the opportunity you deserved. Not because you weren't ready, but because your name didn't come to mind first.
Welcome to Your Next Move, the podcast for high-performing professionals in leadership who are ready to elevate their visibility, build a powerful personal brand and position themselves for opportunities that accelerate their path to industry-wide recognition or higher level roles.
I'm Kimberly Brown, a globally recognized career and leadership expert, keynote speaker, and bestselling author of Next Move, Best Move. I've coached hundreds of mid- to executive-level professionals working in Fortune 500 companies to grow their visibility, influence, and leadership presence, without leaving their jobs.
Here's what I've learned: being great at your job isn't enough. If people don't know who you are, the value only you can offer, or the impact you're here to make, you'll keep executing someone else's vision.
Each episode delivers practical visibility strategies, powerful mindset shifts, and the leadership tools you need to build a speaker brand that positions you for your next big move, whether that's speaking on national stages, landing your next promotion, or becoming a recognized voice in your industry.
You'll learn how to elevate your visibility without "doing the most", speak with authority without fear of being seen as self-promotional and become known as a thought leader inside (and outside) your current company.
If you're wondering:
How do I position myself as a thought leader at work?
Why am I being overlooked for promotions when I'm good at my job?
How do I build a leadership brand?
Can I stay in my current company and grow my career?
How do I make people remember my name in the right rooms?
β¦you're in the right place.
Tune in for expert advice, behind-the-scenes coaching, and my signature no-fluff perspective on what it really takes to accelerate your leadership trajectory and step into the rooms where real decisions are made.
π§ Follow Your Next Move wherever you listen to podcasts, and start building a career that gets you seen, heard, and recognized for what you do best.
π² Want to connect? Find me on Instagram @kimberlybonline or LinkedIn and say hello!
β¬οΈ Download the 9 Visibility Strategies You're Probably Missing at Work guide at https://kimberlybonline.com/visibility
Welcome to Your Next Move, the podcast for high-performing professionals in leadership who are ready to elevate their visibility, build a powerful personal brand and position themselves for opportunities that accelerate their path to industry-wide recognition or higher level roles.
I'm Kimberly Brown, a globally recognized career and leadership expert, keynote speaker, and bestselling author of Next Move, Best Move. I've coached hundreds of mid- to executive-level professionals working in Fortune 500 companies to grow their visibility, influence, and leadership presence, without leaving their jobs.
Here's what I've learned: being great at your job isn't enough. If people don't know who you are, the value only you can offer, or the impact you're here to make, you'll keep executing someone else's vision.
Each episode delivers practical visibility strategies, powerful mindset shifts, and the leadership tools you need to build a speaker brand that positions you for your next big move, whether that's speaking on national stages, landing your next promotion, or becoming a recognized voice in your industry.
You'll learn how to elevate your visibility without "doing the most", speak with authority without fear of being seen as self-promotional and become known as a thought leader inside (and outside) your current company.
If you're wondering:
How do I position myself as a thought leader at work?
Why am I being overlooked for promotions when I'm good at my job?
How do I build a leadership brand?
Can I stay in my current company and grow my career?
How do I make people remember my name in the right rooms?
β¦you're in the right place.
Tune in for expert advice, behind-the-scenes coaching, and my signature no-fluff perspective on what it really takes to accelerate your leadership trajectory and step into the rooms where real decisions are made.
π§ Follow Your Next Move wherever you listen to podcasts, and start building a career that gets you seen, heard, and recognized for what you do best.
π² Want to connect? Find me on Instagram @kimberlybonline or LinkedIn and say hello!
β¬οΈ Download the 9 Visibility Strategies You're Probably Missing at Work guide at https://kimberlybonline.com/visibility
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Mar 29, 2023 β’ 12min
EP77: 3 Depth Types of Relationships
You've probably heard that relationships are everything, and Kimberly is here to tell youβ¦THEY STILL ARE! So following her breakdown of professional peers, sponsors, and teachers, in this episode, we dive even deeper and take a look at the people you admire, those you respect, and the power players who can move the needle. KEY POINTS: - Who do you admire? - What draws your respect in the workplace? - Encountering heavy hitters who can move the needle QUOTABLES: "Identifying these kinds of relationships is so crucial before you go ahead and start to cultivate them because you want to make sure that you're balanced and you have the right people in the right areas to support whatever your goals are." Stay In Touch β Connect with the community: Follow me on Instagram/TikTok: @KimberlyBOnline Explore Brown Leadership: https://brownleadership.com Read the book "Next Move, Best Move: Transitioning Into a Career You'll Love" at www.nextmovebestmovebook.com β Share your question: Submit your question in a 90-second voice message, and I may address it in an upcoming episode. Submit here: https://www.speakpipe.com/YourNextMove β Apply for a 1:1 coaching session: Participate in a 20-30 minute coaching session that may be featured in a future episode. Apply here: https://bit.ly/YNMCoaching
Mar 22, 2023 β’ 17min
EP76: 5 Types of Coffee Chats to Grow Your Professional Network
Dive into the world of career coffee chats, where networking meets strategy! Discover five distinct types of these professional meetups that can propel your career forward. Learn why feedback is crucial for growth and how to prepare with intention for meaningful conversations. Kimberly Brown shares practical tips to navigate these informal yet impactful discussions, reminding us that it's about making connections, whether over coffee, tea, or water!
Mar 15, 2023 β’ 36min
EP75: The Power of Styling with Germanee Gerald
As you take on new opportunities and identities, it's important that we step into them confidently, and dress is arguably a big part of that. This is where Germanee Gerald comes in. As the lead stylist of GG&Co, she helps transform and maintain the image of executives, professionals, and entrepreneurs to help them show up confidently no matter what. So tune in as Germanee and your host Kimberly Brown talk about understanding your body type, showing up authentically, and the confidence boost just one wardrobe piece can bring to ensure you come out looking and feeling like your best self. KEY POINTS: - When is it time to find a stylist? - What "uniform" makes you feel the most confident? - Why is it important to understand your body type? - The staples you need in your wardrobe - Do we need to be uncomfortable to be fly? - Merging your authentic and professional style - How to master the art of shopping QUOTABLES: "What is that piece that helps you be the most confident version of yourself?" "You should always feel like your authentic self. And if you are feeling like you're toning yourself down, then you're not going to show up as your best self." GUEST RESOURCES: Germanee Gerald ggandcostyling.com IG | instagram.com/germanee_g LinkedIn | linkedin.com/in/germanee-gerald-29102453 Stay In Touch β Connect with the community: Follow me on Instagram/TikTok: @KimberlyBOnline Explore Brown Leadership: https://brownleadership.com Read the book "Next Move, Best Move: Transitioning Into a Career You'll Love" at www.nextmovebestmovebook.com β Share your question: Submit your question in a 90-second voice message, and I may address it in an upcoming episode. Submit here: https://www.speakpipe.com/YourNextMove β Apply for a 1:1 coaching session: Participate in a 20-30 minute coaching session that may be featured in a future episode. Apply here: https://bit.ly/YNMCoaching
Mar 8, 2023 β’ 13min
EP74: So Your New Job Isn't Quite What You Expectedβ¦
Starting a new job can be thrilling, but what happens when it falls short of expectations? Discover how to assess the gap between your ideal role and reality. Learn effective communication strategies for addressing workplace issues and the importance of aligning your career with your passions. Every experience adds valuable skills to your toolkit, so find ways to grow from even a disappointing job. Tune in for actionable insights and personal anecdotes that can help anyone navigate their career journey.
Mar 1, 2023 β’ 14min
EP73: Should I Apply to a Job If I Don't Meet All the Qualifications?
Job descriptions are like a Christmas wish list, with the hiring manager itemizing every single skill, task, and experience they prefer a candidate to possess. So how can we show that we are qualified for a job when we don't necessarily meet all of the expectations? In this episode, adapted from a reader question Kimberly received on The Cut - New York Magazine, your host walks you through her interview prep tips so you can translate confidence into qualification in your next interview. To read more on @thecut go to: https://www.thecut.com/tags/your-next-move/ KEY POINTS: - How are you presenting yourself in interviews? - What is the gap between your current role and the one you desire? - Share stories that convey your qualifications - Utilizing the STAR answer format - "No one can sell you in the way that you can sell you!" QUOTABLES: "Interviewing is all storytelling. Every story you pick should align you to the job that you're applying for. So take some time to curate the success stories that showcase you winning." "You stating the facts about all that you accomplished is not egotistical or cocky. It's your job to make sure this hiring leader and the whole team understand the great work you've done. And you've got to be shameless about it." Stay In Touch β Connect with the community: Follow me on Instagram/TikTok: @KimberlyBOnline Explore Brown Leadership: https://brownleadership.com Read the book "Next Move, Best Move: Transitioning Into a Career You'll Love" at www.nextmovebestmovebook.com β Share your question: Submit your question in a 90-second voice message, and I may address it in an upcoming episode. Submit here: https://www.speakpipe.com/YourNextMove β Apply for a 1:1 coaching session: Participate in a 20-30 minute coaching session that may be featured in a future episode. Apply here: https://bit.ly/YNMCoaching
Feb 22, 2023 β’ 55min
EP72: How to Maximize Your Six Figure Corporate Salary and Build Wealth w/ Cinneah El-Amin of Flynanced
Helping nine-to-five hotties earn more and build wealth, product manager and founder of Flynanced, Cinneah El-Amin, joins Kimberly in this episode to discuss advocating for yourself and creating a lifestyle where our career supplements the lives we want to live, not overtake them. So lean in as Cinneah shares how she has grown her salary to six figures through negotiating often, job-hopping regularly, and continuing to build her skills in every role. Because at this point, we know what it takes to negotiate a salary, but do you know how to maximize it? KEY POINTS: - How to think holistically about your career and life - Debunking the "job hopping" myth - The role of relationships when navigating the world of work - What are you looking for when applying to companies? - Cinneah's 30-60-90 plan when starting a new job - Building a brand that's visible to the world (while still working a 9-to-5) QUOTABLES: "I have been really intentional, not only about the benchmarks that I wanted to hit in terms of the money that I want to make but intentional about what skills I want to continue to gain so that I can remain competitive." "We have to eliminate this idea that just because we accepted a new job, we can't put ourselves back out in search." GUEST RESOURCES: Cinneah El-Amin Flynanced.com IG | instagram.com/fly.nanced Stay In Touch β Connect with the community: Follow me on Instagram/TikTok: @KimberlyBOnline Explore Brown Leadership: https://brownleadership.com Read the book "Next Move, Best Move: Transitioning Into a Career You'll Love" at www.nextmovebestmovebook.com β Share your question: Submit your question in a 90-second voice message, and I may address it in an upcoming episode. Submit here: https://www.speakpipe.com/YourNextMove β Apply for a 1:1 coaching session: Participate in a 20-30 minute coaching session that may be featured in a future episode. Apply here: https://bit.ly/YNMCoaching
Feb 15, 2023 β’ 9min
EP71: How To Convince Your Boss That You are Ready for a Leadership Role
Are you realizing just how underpaid you are? Are you bored, feeling stuck, and ready to move into a new role in your current career? You know you are capable of more, but does your boss? In this episode, Kimberly helps you convince your boss as she answers these questions and more in this special episode adapted from her column Your Next Move found in The Cut - New York Magazine. To read more on @thecut go to: https://www.thecut.com/tags/your-next-move/ KEY POINTS: - New leadership is an opportunity for a clean slate - How to position yourself as an asset - Experience and historical knowledge can't be overlooked - Why your current performance is key QUOTABLES: "Being quiet and hoping that the new manager just recognizes your brilliance won't help you ascend to a new level." Stay In Touch β Connect with the community: Follow me on Instagram/TikTok: @KimberlyBOnline Explore Brown Leadership: https://brownleadership.com Read the book "Next Move, Best Move: Transitioning Into a Career You'll Love" at www.nextmovebestmovebook.com β Share your question: Submit your question in a 90-second voice message, and I may address it in an upcoming episode. Submit here: https://www.speakpipe.com/YourNextMove β Apply for a 1:1 coaching session: Participate in a 20-30 minute coaching session that may be featured in a future episode. Apply here: https://bit.ly/YNMCoaching
Feb 8, 2023 β’ 21min
EP70: How to Identify Your Professional Gaps in the Workplace | Career Development Tips
Working with clients, the biggest gap Kimberly often sees that prevents people from making the next move is not having an understanding of where they are and where they'd like to be. So in this episode, she breaks down her career growth scale to help you set yourself up for success and master each step along the way. Whether you are just entering the workplace or ready to elevate your career, tune in for Kimberly Brown's tips to attack your professional gaps, grow, and leave a legacy. KEY POINTS: - Why you need to understand your professional gaps - What is the career growth scale? - Level 1: Establishing who you are as a professional - How to create a career development strategy - Master your role, elevate, and expand QUOTABLES: "You need to understand your gaps in the workplace, skills, and experience in order to communicate that in interviews and to leaders who want to know your strengths and weaknesses. And to understand the change that needs to happen to get you from where you are to the next area of your career." Stay In Touch β Connect with the community: Follow me on Instagram/TikTok: @KimberlyBOnline Explore Brown Leadership: https://brownleadership.com Read the book "Next Move, Best Move: Transitioning Into a Career You'll Love" at www.nextmovebestmovebook.com β Share your question: Submit your question in a 90-second voice message, and I may address it in an upcoming episode. Submit here: https://www.speakpipe.com/YourNextMove β Apply for a 1:1 coaching session: Participate in a 20-30 minute coaching session that may be featured in a future episode. Apply here: https://bit.ly/YNMCoaching
Feb 1, 2023 β’ 35min
EP69: The Truth About Women's Ambition and the Gender Pay Gap with Stefanie O'Connell
"The best advice I can give to ambitious women is to ignore most advice for ambitious women." Journalist, author, financial expert, and host of the Money Confidential podcast, Stefanie O'Connell, joins this episode to talk about unapologetically ambitious women going for what they want, no matter what else is happening in the world. And more broadly speaking, what it means to want to build wealth, lead, have power and a lot of ambition, and to do so as someone who isn't a straight white, heterosexual male. Because if women's ambition isn't the problem, what is? KEY POINTS: - Why "girl power" isn't working for women - The best way to ask for more (at the right place!) - How the pandemic brought inequities to the surface - "Women's work" and the gender pay gap - The burden of assumed gender roles QUOTABLES: "The whole idea was we're gonna get to equality by empowering the next generation. Now, here we are. I'm in my mid-30s. I'm looking around, and the numbers of women in leadership, in political office, as CEOs, really has not changed since we were those Take Your Daughter to Work Day girls." "We've really reached the limits of what women can do differently. And it's time to start holding the organizations and culture and workplaces that penalize them no matter what they do accountable." GUEST RESOURCES: Stefanieoconnell.com IG | instagram.com/stefanieoconnell Twitter | twitter.com/stefanieoconnel Listen to the Money Confidential podcast on all major streaming platforms! Stay In Touch β Connect with the community: Follow me on Instagram/TikTok: @KimberlyBOnline Explore Brown Leadership: https://brownleadership.com Read the book "Next Move, Best Move: Transitioning Into a Career You'll Love" at www.nextmovebestmovebook.com β Share your question: Submit your question in a 90-second voice message, and I may address it in an upcoming episode. Submit here: https://www.speakpipe.com/YourNextMove β Apply for a 1:1 coaching session: Participate in a 20-30 minute coaching session that may be featured in a future episode. Apply here: https://bit.ly/YNMCoaching
Jan 25, 2023 β’ 15min
EP68: 4 Expert Tips to Stand Out and Land Your Next Executive Role
Job hunting will always feel like a full-time job, and that's okay. The more you set yourself up for success, the easier the process will be. And with the pandemic changing so much about how we work, Kimberly takes this episode to share her top 4 tips to help you stand out and land that new job. KEY POINTS: - How to obtain insider information - Does experience speak for itself? - Plan your answers to well-known interview questions - Avoiding the "tumble effect" - "Always be ready!" QUOTABLES: "Make it plain. Never expect someone just to see your greatness. You may think your experience speaks for itself, but when you're looking to stand out, make it easy." Stay In Touch β Connect with the community: Follow me on Instagram/TikTok: @KimberlyBOnline Explore Brown Leadership: https://brownleadership.com Read the book "Next Move, Best Move: Transitioning Into a Career You'll Love" at www.nextmovebestmovebook.com β Share your question: Submit your question in a 90-second voice message, and I may address it in an upcoming episode. Submit here: https://www.speakpipe.com/YourNextMove β Apply for a 1:1 coaching session: Participate in a 20-30 minute coaching session that may be featured in a future episode. Apply here: https://bit.ly/YNMCoaching
