

People in Transition
Bob Gerst
"People in Transition" is your ultimate guide to navigating life's major career changes with confidence and excitement! Whether you're a student landing your first job, a professional between gigs, an aspiring entrepreneur ready to start your own business, or someone preparing for a well-earned retirement, we've got you covered. Each episode offers unique insights and practical tips from people who have successfully walked these paths themselves as well as helped many others in their journey. Join us for an inspiring and entertaining journey through the many transitions of life!
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Jul 25, 2020 • 35min
Cori Haber
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

Jul 5, 2020 • 33min
13. Josh Fox
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

Jun 28, 2020 • 28min
12. Greg Gurniak
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

Jun 10, 2020 • 33min
11 Sabrina Runbeck
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

May 20, 2020 • 33min
10. Interview with Eric Pringle
Eric has many years as an HR executive, owner of his own company and executive search professional. In this episode he discusses:what are things you should do right now if you lost your jobtechniques to use to handle the "stress" of a job searchnetworking techniqueshow to prepare for an interviewSTAR technique in answering behavior based interview questionswhat does not work after you have lost your jobhis recommendation on best search book to provide you more materialAnd much more - you won't want to miss this value pact interview.Send us a text

May 20, 2020 • 31min
9. Interview with Jerilynne Knight
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

May 4, 2020 • 29min
8. Interview with Dana Dwinell
In this episode, Dana shares her experiences in transition management, some of her key points include:* to better understand yourself - you need to understand your personal brand* seek out people who know you to support and provide guidance during your transition* positive attitude can overcome many issues - do the transition with enthusiasm * if you have a "blemish" in your past work history - own it* how to make a resume with impact* life is evolutionary - enjoy the ride* think for ways to standout - to distinguish yourselfI think you will enjoy Dana's wit and learn from her years of experience.Send us a text

Apr 27, 2020 • 34min
7. Interview with Catherine Wiberg
Dr. Wiberg provides great thoughts on key issue in transition:own your strengthsunderstanding your slaying storyremember your past successes to help deal with Gremlinscreating your elevator speechthe edge introverts have in networkingtelephone interview tipsbuilding on your strengthsIn these difficult times - we need all the help we can get and Catherine will help you gain that edge you are looking for.Send us a text

Apr 5, 2020 • 33min
6. Interview with Pam Cleaver
Listen to Pam discuss a number of key topics:* unemployment filing* taking time during transition to improve your skills* resume tips* phone interview techniques* how to gain information about industries and companies* positive mental attitude* networking skillsShe left saying - "transition can be the best thing that ever happened to you" and throughout the episode gave you skills/ideas to make it that positive experience.Send us a text

Mar 29, 2020 • 34min
5. Interview with JB
In this episode, we talk with JB, The Wizard who is a public speaker coach, actor from the "Prison Break", coach to CEO's and so much more. You will hear about his coaching to each of us to get back to our positive state (even in these stressful times with COVID -19) and what your atomic core means for you, how do you network even if you are an introvert, finding the right company culture for you, how to live "refuse to feel sorry for self", how to deal with the "gremlins" that tell you about your shortcomings, and tools to help you in transition. You are not going to want to miss this one. Share it with others - we all can use the help.Send us a text


