People in Transition

 Valerie Woerner is an accomplished CEO/ President/ CFO, as well as an experienced and influential Board member, for family and corporate Boards of Directors. Her authentic and collaborative leadership experience in manufacturing consumer facing products began in banking where she developed a strong finance foundation.  High growth business building roles, startups, and turnaround success are among her skills. She is a qualified financial expert with marketing, HR, M&A and board expertise, and public speaker, who consistently creates and delivers value. By request, Valerie has taught Finance, Entrepreneurship and other business and HR courses including Compensation at two universities.In this episode, Valerie shares several helpful job transition tips including:·        Networking is critical to your job change success – and it does not have to be a stressful activity.  “Never Eat Alone” is a great book to help you be more effective in your networking.·        To help you do better on your phone or ZOOM interview, make sure you do your research on the company and people you will be working with.·        Create your job-hunting plan, help others along the way, exercise and remember – you need to be happy with the job too, not just the company being happy with you.·        Be a lifelong learner – read, take courses, and learn new skills.This is a high impact episode that you will want to listen to a couple of times to get all the key points from it.  Enjoy, give me your comments, and share it with others.Send us a text

Pin Cher is quadrilingual, globally minded, and driven by curiosity and a desire to learn. She has resided in Asia for over 9 years.  She has been positively influenced by the great people surrounding him. Being a German native speaker, fluent in English and Mandarin and conversational in Cantonese, this diversity gives him a competitive advantage when it comes to breaking through in today's business world.   In this episode, Pin Cher discusses:  ·        If you just "hate" your job or you just don't like where you’re at, it is not enough to just be down/upset, you need to act, to wallow in your negative feelings, do something.·        In change, people feel fear, of what others think or their judgement of you and of the unknown, you need to understand where this fear is coming from and do the things needed to overcome the fear.·        Pin Cher described what a coach is and is not, and how someone in job transition might use one.·        Being clear what type of job and environment, you want and use the key words in LinkedIn to find jobs that match your needs/expectations.·         "Feel the fear and do it anyway" is her best job transition advice. This is an information packed, warm, caring and reflective episode.  Please share with me your thoughts about the recording and as always, share it with others who may need the support.  Thank you!Send us a text

Juliana Rabbi is a recruiter-turned-career coach. After working for over 15 years as a recruiter and part of the human resources teams in multinational corporations all over the world, she has been working remotely for the past 8+ years and now helps professionals to create a career and a lifestyle that makes them happier. Juliana has a background in Psychology, a master’s degree in human resources. She currently works as a Career Coach and helps professionals to land their dream remote job in 90 days. She is also a Digital Nomad who has been to 51 countries, she can't resist playing with dogs, she tries different animal poses in yoga and enjoys acting in comedy improv. Some key points for Juliana recording are:·       Losing your job is hard, we place a lot of importance on work, if you are down after you lose your job, you are normal; but soon it is time to move on, don’t hide at home, be with people you care for, create your job search action plan, and work it.·       Juliana breaks down how to make the most introverted person tools and techniques to help them network with confidence and success.·       Being someone connected is a superpower and anyone can do it.·       You need to create a file which you keep track of who you have connected with and what was discussed, this will help you connect dots on discussions and activities you are pursuing.·       In your transition you need to be clear on what you want to do next, what are your short/long term goals, what is the price you’re willing to pay to get you there, ask for help when needed, and don’t settle for less. Juliana has such practical advice that is easy to implement today for anyone looking for a new job.  She understands how recruiters operate and she is a great coach to help those who need the knowledge.  I am so excited about your listening to this episode, please leave me your thoughts/questions and as always, share this with a friend.Send us a text

Brain Golod has successfully mentored executives, managers, and professionals around the world and across dozens of industries to help them find their next great job opportunity.There is only two main problems jobseekers approach Brian with: 1. They can’t get interviews, or 2. They can’t get offersIn this episode, Brain discusses several key issues on these problems including:·       Always remember to make your resume applicant tracking system compliant to ensure it does not get excluded just because of a format issue·       He shared several great techniques to use when you do a phone or ZOOM interview that can be implemented immediately·       Make sure you LinkedIn profile is complete and robust; also ensure all the settings for sharing/viewing are turned on correctly·       If you are struggling with something during your job search – don’t try to deal with it alone – get professional support/help·       Today, start to build meaningful relationships that can help you when you are in a job transition and can provide great resources to you in your day-to-day job role.Brain brings passion, experience and caring to this episode of People in Transition.  You will want to listen to this recording several times to get all the meaning and suggestions he shares.  And as always, you would be doing someone a favor by sharing it with them.  Enjoy!Send us a text

Sheila Shupp connects the dots. People. Problems. Processes. A solution-oriented, self-motivated, reputable HR professional, she leverages communications to grow relationships and brings about business objectives. People trust her, which often allows her to call out the best in them and advance organizational growth.During this session, she touched on so many ideas and concepts about transitions including:·       How to keep your courage up during your search.·       How she bridged the transition gap after being out of the labor market for many years·       How to create your networking plan·       When you are talking with a company, use all your senses to get a read on the environment/culture·       How to use other people  who are also  in transition to your advantage·       Always remember, your transition does have an end and you will find that next great opportunityI think you will really enjoy this smart, engaging, and caring person – Sheila Shupp.   Please share with me your thoughts and comments about this episode on my LinkedIn site.  Thank you - People in Transition has had over 2,000 downloads!Send us a text

This episode features Dr. Wiktor Tutlewski.  Dr. T experience lies in assisting and guiding major corporations in designing, developing implementing Strategic Organizational Development, Strategic Human Resource Management, Learning and Development, Business Change Management, Leadership and Talent Management initiatives. He has a very strong background in both the public and private sectors and have held many senior leadership and Board level positions.Some of his key points he shared during our time together includes:·       Successful job searches entail preparation, patience, and good self-packaging·       Make sure you are clear on what you want to do, and as important, what you don’t want to do·       Discussed how you need to manage your uncomfortability·       To help keep in a positive frame of mind, which is key in your transition, make daily small steps/accomplishments·       Face your fears – how can you learn skills or be better prepared to help you deal with these apprehensions·       Remember to treat life like a journeyI have known Dr. T for many years, and I am always amazed at what he knows and shares.  I think you will really enjoy this session.  Send us a text

This episode features Susan Howington, the CEO and Founder of the outplacement and career coaching firm called Power Connections Career Services, Inc.  She is a highly sought-after expert in the career transition field, applying her practical knowledge and intuitive wisdom as a Career Consultant, Executive Coach, Author, and industry speaker.  Her lifelong goal is to help professionals of all levels manage and advance their careers through career enjoy and fulfillment, which ultimately, leads to their success.Several knowledge nuggets shared in today’s recording including:·       A description of what outplacement is and how it can support you in your job search.·       A key in your job search strategy is to know what job/position you want, what industry you are interested in and what sort of company you want to work for.·       In networking, remember that most people want to help you, but you need to tell them how they can help.·       There used to be a stigma in being laid off; today if this happens to you, you are just part of the “club” of people who have been without a job.·       To be more effective in your interviews, be prepared, use ZOOM or whatever media to your advantage – learn to “show up” on screen and be relatable.Susan had so many other great ideas and suggestions for anyone going through a job search.  Dealing with people in transition is her passion and we are fortunate to hear from the expert in making this change effectively and maybe even enjoyable.Send us a text

Paul has over 25 years of human resources professional experience in a variety of industries from the plant level to corporate headquarters (Reynolds Metals Company, International Harvester, USG Corporation, Griffith Laboratories). His experience encompasses all areas of human resources. Prior to founding Scherer, Schneider, Paulick, he was the Vice President-Human Resources for Griffith Laboratories and held the senior level human resources position for U.S. Gypsum Company, a $1.3 billion subsidiary of USG Corporation, a Fortune 100 company.  Currently, he is a Partner at Keystone Partners.  Paul’s specialties include: Human Resources Management, Career Transition Management, Executive Coaching, Talent Management, Talent Acquisition, and Leadership Development.In this episode, Paul shares many useful tools and techniques in your job search, including:·       #1 tool for your search is your network, does not have to be a huge number of people, but people who you can count on to be honest with you – communicate with them status every 3-4 weeks to keep them engaged.·       Establish your LinkedIn profile - now.·       Major struggle for everyone in transition is to keep the mental wellbeing positive.·       Before your ZOOM interview – practice with a friend, look professional, make sure your lighting is good and that your background is professional.·       See the transition as a positive adventure that you can learn and grow from.Paul has coached thousands of people through the transition process – every one of them has got a new job and over 80% of them a better job.  Listen to this episode to help you land that next great opportunity.Send us a text

Mac Prichard is a communications strategist, career expert, and business owner based in Portland, Oregon.  His career and  businesses are built on his commitment to service, relationships, and community-building.  His two businesses are: Prichard Communications, founded in 2007, is a public relations agency that works with social change makers across the country; and, Mac’s List, founded in 2001, has evolved into a one-of-a-kind regional job board and career community.In this episode, Mac discusses:·       If a friend of his lost his job, the 3 things he would coach that friend to do are:o   Take time for yourself and mourn the losso   Invest the time to be clear on what you want to do nexto   Determine where you want to go and start to build relationships inside of those companies to help you·       On your resume, you need to talk about your accomplishments, don’t just list job responsibilities; companies are looking for problems solvers and result achievement·       Invest time in understanding how to network effectively, remember, each contact is like a business meeting and you need to be clear on the steps you need to take for this meeting to go well·       Computer boards like Mac List are important, but you need to make sure you are not just using them, referrals and networking are critical as wellThis episode was informational, fun and helpful for anyone looking for a new job now or in the future. For more information on Mac, see these links:Mac's ListMacslist.org Find Your Dream Job podcastmacslist.org/podcastsSend us a text

Sarah Hodges is a certified coach, speaker, and creator of the A+ Method™️ for Sustainable Solutions. The powerful A+ Method™️ helps clients 'get out of their own way' to excel in business and thrive in life.  Sarah's passion for personal growth began after she struggled with obesity and depression as a professional musician and opera singer. After losing 90 pounds and transforming her own life, which was filled with struggles and transitions, she sought out extensive education in the science of behavior change. In the several years since, she has helped thousands of people make positive changes in their lives and careers from the inside-out.In this episode, Sarah discusses several key issues, such as:·       When using social media, it is most important to be authentic in your connection, don’t try to be someone you are not·       If a friend lost a job, some thoughts to support them include:o   It is ok to give yourself space to grieveo   Make sure you give yourself compassion and kindnesso   Remember, transition is a normal part of life in today’s world·       Progress is not only measured by external items (e.g. performance reviews, promotions, compensation) but also internal things (e.g. happiness, stress levels, energy)·       Volunteer work not only helps you network, it gives you a sense of purpose and gratitude·       Find the culture that fits you, don’t you try to fit the cultureThis is just a few of the ideas and coaching Sarah provided.  Remember, if you are in transition or you know of someone that is, be kind, listen or share this recording, it maybe just what is needed for that day.Thank you.Send us a text