Bossed Up

In today’s episode, I’m joined by online marketing master, Carrie Kerpen, who helps me break down how job-seekers and entrepreneurs alike can stand out online. Related links: Find Carrie’s podcast, All the Social Ladies, here. Find Carrie’s Facebook show, Work It, here. Ep 07: How to Land Informational Interviews Join me at Bossed Up Bootcamp Got a career conundrum you want us to cover next? Or a boss move to share? Call and leave a voicemail NOW at 910-668-BOSS(2677).

In today’s hyper-connected culture, idle time is a rarity. While that certainly affords us lots of convenience, a lack of boredom might actually dampen our creativity. In today’s episode, I make the case for bringing boredom back. Read a full transcript of today’s show here Got a career conundrum you want me to cover on the podcast? Or a #bossmove of the week to share? Call and leave me a voicemail NOW at 910-668-BOSS(2677).

We live in a world where women and people of color disproportionately experience microaggressions that can make a workplace toxic. Today’s caller is wondering how to explain her multiple short-term job stints that were due to toxic workplaces without bad-mouthing her past bosses. I sat down with Alexis Perrotta, editor and writer at Idealist Careers, to review the best practices for moving on quickly and gracefully. Links related to what we discussed: Navigate career transition at Bossed Up Bootcamp Read more from Alexis on IdealistCareers.org Boss Tip: Lack Experience? Make It Up! That study I mentioned on “Can An Angry Woman Get Ahead?” How to Create Your Own Personal Advisory Board Ep 20: Surviving a Toxic Workplace Got a career conundrum you want us to cover next? Or a boss move to share? Call and leave a voicemail NOW at 910-668-BOSS(2677).

Surprising new research shows that even mild dehydration can detract from your ability to think and focus. Today’s tip is all about how to drink up to boss up. Read a full transcript of today’s show here Read NPR’s coverage here Read the Yale study here Got a career conundrum you want me to cover on the podcast? Or a #bossmove of the week to share? Call and leave me a voicemail NOW at 910-668-BOSS(2677).

Which is the safer path: climbing a career ladder or starting your own thing? My guest today, Tara McMullin, is a firm believer in the latter (not the ladder), and on today’s episode, we’re breaking down why. We’ll pull back the curtain on how we did it and what role wellness and relationships played in pursuing our best boss lives. Links to what we discussed today: Tara’s podcast: What Works Tara’s company: CoCommercial More info on my public speaking training Got a career conundrum you want us to cover next? Or a boss move to share? Call and leave a voicemail NOW at 910-668-BOSS(2677).

On today’s episode, I geek out over the art of taking your thank-you game to the next level. Read a full transcript of today’s show here See a photo of that cute bento box here, too! Got a career conundrum you want me to cover on the podcast? Or a #bossmove of the week to share? Call and leave me a voicemail NOW at 910-668-BOSS(2677). Disclaimer: I’m an emphatic fan of all the products and services detailed here, which is why I’m recommending them. That said, some of the offers above also include affiliate links, which means at no cost to you, I may earn money when you click through to make purchase.Disclaimer: I’m an emphatic fan of all the products and services detailed here, which is why I’m recommending them. That said, some of the offers above also include affiliate links, which means at no cost to you, I may earn money when you click through to make purchase.

Part of learning entails finding your way through failure. But in our productivity-obsessed culture (which I’ll admit, I perpetuate!) being still enough through our times of struggle to observe what’s really going on is rare. On today’s episode I talk with author Maxie McCoy all about how to lean into learning in times of feeling lost or let down. Related links: Get Maxie’s new book, You’re Not Lost Ep 24: Finding the Feedback You Need The 5 Benefits of a Bridge Job Learn more about my Bossed Up book journey here Got a career conundrum you want us to cover next? Or a boss move to share? Call and leave a voicemail NOW at 910-668-BOSS(2677).

We’ve talked a LOT about crafting a career you love - but how about a lifestyle? Today, I’m reflecting on where I want to take this Bossed Up journey next, and inviting you to consider what kind of life you want you career to support. Learn more about our recent survey results Download the Bossed Up Lifetracker Read a full transcript of today’s show here Got a career conundrum or lifestyle question you want me to cover on the podcast? Or a #bossmove of the week to share? Call and leave me a voicemail NOW at 910-668-BOSS(2677).

Have you ever taken an unpaid internship? For most of us, it’s a complete non-starter, but in the nonprofit / advocacy sector, it’s a common way folks gain experience in a field they’re passionate about. I sat down with Allison Alt, Executive Director of Social Impact 360, to discuss the ethics (and laws) around unpaid internships, and how we can all do well while doing good. Check these links to learn more about what we discussed: VIDEO: Celebrating 5 years of Bossed Up! Episode 33: Negotiating While Nonprofit 6 requirements for LEGAL unpaid internships Episode 20: Surviving a Toxic Workplace Webinar: How to Pivot from a Toxic Workplace Got a career conundrum you want us to cover next? Or a boss move to share? Call and leave a voicemail NOW at 910-668-BOSS(2677).

It blows my mind that the humble business card hasn’t evolved all that much in the 21st century. Perhaps that’s why even a digital die-hard like me loves collecting them with a clever, simple system based around binders. Read a full transcript of today’s show here Apply to Join the Bossed Up Trainer Team Book me to speak at your company or campus Got a career conundrum you want me to cover on the podcast? Or a #bossmove of the week to share? Call and leave me a voicemail NOW at 910-668-BOSS(2677).