Bossed Up

"What should I do if everything that advances my career requires me to perform labor for free?"Join Emilie in breaking down this listener career conundrum and learn what to consider when weighing the cost of working for free.Related links:Connect with Emilie on LinkedIn Episode 43: Thank You MattersWSJ: Women, Work, and  'The Girl Scout Tax'Forbes on increasing number of companies compensating ERG leadersEp 301: How to Say 'No' and Stop OvercommittingEp 373: Set Strong Boundaries and Stop People-PleasingBossed Up's Courage Community on FacebookBossed Up's LinkedIn Group   

Are you craving change in your career and life...but not sure what's next? In today's inspiring interview with Joanne Lipman, author of Next!  The Power of Reinvention in Life and Work, Emilie and Joanne break down how to figure out what's next in your career, even when you're not quite sure where you're headed.Related links: Learn more about Joanne at JoanneLipman.comChris Donovan FootwearNext! The Power of Reinvention in Life and WorkBossed Up: a Grown Woman's Guide to Getting Your Sh*t TogetherWorking Identity: Unconventional Strategies for Reinventing Your CareerBossed Up's Job-Seeker Resource HubHIRED: our job search accelerator

Companies have been using AI to screen applicants for years - so today's episode is all about how job-seekers can use it, too.Related: Ep 361: Tips to Get Your Resume Past Applicant Tracking SystemsJobScanBossed Up's Job-Seeker Resource HubHIRED: Our Job Search AccelertorBossed Up's Courage Community on FacebookBossed Up's LinkedIn Group

How we tell stories matters - especially stories about yourself or someone else. This is especially true when sharing stories about overcoming hardship, which can easily be told in a way that exploits, rather than uplifts. In today's episode, Emilie sits down with professional storyteller, Dianne Myles, to learn more about what it means to tell stories from an asset-based lens as opposed to a deficit lens, and how to be more intentional about how we think of ourselves as the main character in our own life's story. Related links:Related podcast: When is it time to quitCPR News: How a Black Hiker from Aurora Champions Inclusivity in the Outdoors, One TikTok at a TimeLearn more about storytelling in SPEAK UPJoin Bossed Up's LinkedIn GroupJoin the Courage Community on FacebookLearn more about Dope Mom LifeFollow @DopeMomLife on Instagram 

We all know the importance of self-care, even if it's hard to make it a priority. But what about career care? In today's episode, Emilie explains what 'career care' really means, and why we're all worthy of making it a priority, especially in times of economic uncertainty. Related links:Read today's transcript hereHIRED: our job search acceleratorCheck out my courses on LinkedIn Learning4 Best Practices to Navigate Layoff Anxiety & UncertaintyManaging Your Personal Brand for the Job SearchBossed Up LifeTracker PlannerHow a Brag Book Can Help You Land Your Next Job or Promotion

When you hear the word “bully,” what kind of person comes to mind? If your imagination takes you back to the schoolyard, you’re not alone. But today’s guest, Zenica Chatman, reminds us that bullying happens in the workplace, too. Listen in to learn how to deal with workplace bullies and heal from the trauma that toxic workplaces can leave you with, so that one bad workplace doesn’t haunt you for the rest of your career. Related Links:Workplace Bullying InstituteEp 304: White Fragility with Dr. Robin DiAngeloEp 232: How to Lead with Emotional Intelligence with Dr. Marc BrackettJoin the Bossed Up group on LinkedInLearn more at ZenicaChatman.comGot a career conundrum you want us to cover on the podcast? Call and leave us a voicemail NOW at 910-668-BOSS(2677).

Going from individual contributor to first-time manager requires a major mindset shift as an emerging leader. On today’s podcast, Emilie shares 3 skills to master as you rise. Related Links:Level Up: our Leadership Development Program for Women on the RiseEp 356: How to Think Like a Leader Rather Than a ManagerEp 265: How to Set Clear Expectations as a LeaderEp 281: How to Deal with a Micromanaging BossEp 367:  How to Deal with Difficult CoworkersJoin the Bossed Up group on LinkedInJoin the Bossed Up Courage Community on Facebook 

In today’s episode, Emilie sits down with tech worker-turned-leadership coach Nadia De Ala, to talk through what’s happening with women and people of color in the midst of major layoffs impacting the tech sector. They break down why now is the time to double down on leadership development for marginalized workers and keep it real when discussing the state of DEI in tech. Related Links:Learn more about Nadia on LinkedinEp 381: How to Team up with HR for More DEISDXCentral: Layoffs Reveal DEI Policies at Top Tech Companies May Not Be What You Think Andiamo 2023 Tech Layoff ReportWomen in the Workplace 2022 Mckinsey StudyLearn more about Level Up Learn more about For TeamsRegister for our virtual Women in Tech Job Search Summit Join our Linkedin group Got a career conundrum you want us to cover on the podcast? Call and leave us a voicemail NOW at 910-668-BOSS(2677).

In today’s episode, Emilie breaks down some of the old “rules” for resume-writing that no longer apply. Tune in to make sure your resume is ready for today's competitive job market. Related Links:Read the corresponding blog post hereZety.com study Ep 239: How to Format Your Resume for the Modern Job Search Ep 254: How to Leverage Linkedin to Land a Job Learn more about HIREDGet our FREE job search resources hereJoin our Linkedin group Got a career conundrum you want us to cover on the podcast? Call and leave us a voicemail NOW at 910-668-BOSS(2677).

In today’s episode, Emilie sits down with Alexandra Gilbert, ADHD consultant and Founder & CEO of Cape-Able Consulting, to talk about how you can advocate for the support you need to successfully navigate the workplace if you, or a colleague, have been diagnosed with ADHD.Related Links:Learn more about Alex’s work at Cape-Able ConsultingEp 120: Why Resilience Matters for Your Career - and LifeEp 243: How Do I Approach my Boss About COVID19 Health Concerns?Ep 315: How to Talk About Disability or Chronic Illness in the Job InterviewJoin our Linkedin GroupGot a career conundrum you want us to cover on the podcast? Call and leave us a voicemail NOW at 910-668-BOSS(2677).