People in Transition

Jason started out in life wanting to be a truck driver, but several significant trigger points changed his trajectory and today he is a trained psychologist.  Jason gave so many useful tips to deal with these uncertain times:the rule of reciprocity in providing support - sometimes you are going to need to be the speaker and sometimes the listenermaintaining an engaged workforce during these unsettling times - for every negative stimulus, we need to counter it with at least 5 positive inputsif you have lost your job, due to COVID or other reasons, remember it is not your fault, it does provide you with opportunity to reevaluate what your values are and what is important to you and then when you find that next opportunity - find the company that nurtures those valuesthe power of habits in our lives and how we can use them to our advantagethe importance of a constellation of people to help you with your brand managementwhat is an alter ego and how you can use it to bring the best out when you are under stress or your inner dialogue is negative.I think you will enjoy the warmth, wisdom and support Jason provides.  Enjoy!Send us a text

This episode is focused on helping college seniors move into their first job.  Thomas Goonan shares how to use a career center, professors and job boards.  He discusses how to make networking less of a dreadful activity, practicing for your telephone and in-person interview and using the S (situation), T (task), A (action) and R (results) in developing your story tool box to answer answer questions. Thomas shares that these are not normal times and that people are going to be stressed out during their job search - to recognize that this is normal.  But, he stresses, you have skills, character and a lot to offer so stay focused on your search activities.He leaves us with these key reminders:be confident - you are a young professional that employers are looking forbuild honest connections - be real and genuine and you will find your networkok to be stressed - your strengths will help guide you to the opportunities that are out thereI hope you enjoy this episode - please share it with new or soon to be graduates.Send us a text

Jamon discussed with us how, if you lost your job, you should try to find the positive in this and  turn the hardship into a blessing.  He reminded us to never burn bridges with employers or contacts.  He gave us some very useful information on crafting an effective elevator speech.  His coaching for an in-person interview is to:* be clear on why you want to work for this company * what can you bring to the company* dress the part* be on timeWe also discussed how community activities can help you in your networking and enhancing skills.Jamon believes it is important in your transition to be flexible, remember experience builds experience and put yourself in uncomfortable positions to help you grow.I know you will get as much out of this episode as I did - enjoy!Send us a text

Justin has experience transition first hand.  He started his career wanting to be a photographer and through a number of transitions, he now works in the telecommunication industry.  Along the way, he has moved, been laid off and has drove Uber for 15 hours a day to keep his family feed, while he was looking for his next career opportunity.  He understands the importance of using social media to help increase his network - and believes that if you are always a taker on social media you will get little, if you are always a giver, you will get plenty.  His  suggestions for people who will have a telephone interview are so valuable:1. practice your presentation and have a smile in your voice2. record yourself while you practice, to be able to listen/make changes as needed3. double check your technology, to make sure everything is working correctly4. don't forget to breathe and pause when neededThis is a powerful episode with so many great tips and ideas for you during your transition. Justin will help you change your perspective on how you manage your transition - enjoy!Send us a text

Nick Dorsey has such a great attitude, a positive/can-do style and cares about people.  In this episode, Nick talks about what it feels like being unemployed, how to improve your skills for a telephone interview, the key to effective networking is to have a purpose, what should you do when you run across "trolls and haters", and ways to make the transition fun.His key take aways are:* be patient during the transition* be excited about the transition journey* be positive about what life has given you* stay open minded about the futureI hope you enjoy listening to Nick as much as I did talking with him.Send us a text

Cori shared so many key points in this episode:To better prepare for transitions, you need to have a goal of where you are going.Social media can be a huge support group for someone in transition.To be effective in networking, you have to be willing to give.The most successful interviews are those with stories and personal touch added.Before you jump into an entrepreneurial role, make sure you are clear why you want to do this.You never know what someones past experiences are - give people a chance.Care about others - be nice.Always learn.I think you will really enjoy this smart, engaging and caring person - Cori Haber.Send us a text

Our guest on this episode is Josh Fox.  Josh is more than a business owner - he is someone who cares about people, relationships, the world and all of the animals he has had in his life who have had an impact on him.  Josh shares how his philosophy of TGIM (thank god it is Monday) is important for people in transition.  This is used in his company where everyone writes down the "5-20 positive things your experienced this week" - so that on those bad weeks - you can go back to them and remember the good experiences.The 3 things he wants everyone to remember are:people/relationships are keypersonal health is something you have to work on each dayremember, do something you loveI hope you enjoy and get as much out of this episode as I did - enjoy and please share.Send us a text

Greg is an ordained Metaphysical Minister, acupuncturist (traditional Chinese medicine) and a clinical and medical hypnotist.  He has studied many other holistic treatment modalities, which he will use for patients when appropriate.  His personal mission, as a problem solver, is to help people feel better, naturally.  In this episode, Greg talks about ways people can stay focused and positive, even during the most difficult transitions.  He outlines his 4 steps to make transitions easier:·         Have a positive attitude·         Stay calm - this will pass·         Be practical in your approach·         Have a support system that help you stay positive and motivated This is a real caring episode and I know you will get a lot from Greg's wisdom and practical advice.  Also, to get more information from Greg, go to https://www.mindandbodyantiaging.com/people-in-transition  for your free ebook.  Enjoy!Send us a text

Sabrina Runbeck, our guest this week, is a terrific speaker who helps overwhelmed young professionals to be BOTH - powerhouses in their career and passionate people in their life.  You will learn her 3-step system to help successfully overcome your personal workload which takes a toll on your  personal and professional life.  She is  on a mission to help each of us find that passion/energy/happiness.  You will learn to say NO to...  o Vagueness, so you can share your purpose and achieve more o Negative thoughts, so you can reclaim your mental strengths and embody your success o Enhancing your self-care, so you can give the best of you, not what is left of youThis is a great episode you won’t want to miss.Send us a text

This is a great interview with Jerilynne who discusses:being kind to yourself that all things, even bad things, are the recipes that make you who you arehaving a goal in mind before you use social media2 ideas to help improve your resumeand how to deal with gaps in your work historyYou won't want to miss this fun and informational episode - she knows how to navigate life and do it with a smile.Send us a text