Elainy Mata, New Here host, speaks with Stacey Vanek Smith, Life Kit guest host, about essential tips for starting a new job. They discuss workplace culture, asking for a raise or promotion, one-on-one meetings, and handling mistakes at work.

A consultant turned podcaster discusses the challenges and excitement of pursuing entrepreneurship, including financial risks and major lifestyle changes. They explore the benefits of flexibility and the importance of community in the workplace. They also delve into the financial challenges of working for oneself and offer advice on getting professional support. The podcast concludes with updates, audience engagement, and a sponsored ad.

Career coach and TikTok creator Sho Dewan and actor Jack Aschenbach discuss strategies for making a good first impression in a job interview. They emphasize the importance of showcasing personality, being engaging, and establishing rapport. They also provide tips on preparing for interviews, managing nerves, and connecting with interviewers. The podcast explores the use of technology in interviews and touches on mental health support.

Discover why motivation at work can ebb and flow, how feeling unmotivated early in your career can be an opportunity for self-discovery, and strategies for finding motivation and fulfillment at work. Explore the distinction between burnout and feeling unmotivated, learn about tools for self-awareness, and find advice on reevaluating expectations and seeking growth opportunities.

In this podcast, HR consultant Meloney Sallie-Dosunmu and listener Nydia Bryan Martinez share their experiences and insights on recovering from a layoff. They discuss emotions, strategies for moving on, navigating severance packages, leveraging power in a layoff situation, and express gratitude to the audience.

Learn how to strategically approach asking for a raise by understanding your value and hearing personal experiences from experts. Explore the difficulties of advocating for oneself when asking for a raise and gain advice on timing, strategies, and making a strong case. Discover approaches and advice for negotiating a raise, including presenting facts, inviting a conversation, and building relationships. Uncover effective strategies for negotiating a raise and learn about additional benefits you can negotiate for. Overcome fears and ask for what you deserve while considering salary parity and bias.

Comedian and author Sarah Cooper, known for her viral lip-syncing TikToks, shares insights on workplace etiquette, including email writing, handling oneself in meetings, and when it's acceptable to wear comfy pants to work. Cooper and host Elainy Mata also answer office etiquette questions, offering tips on interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and office politics.

Priska Neely, radio journalist at NPR's Gulf States Newsroom, shares insights on handling and recovering from big mistakes at work. The podcast covers topics such as managing up, communication, difficult conversations, and credibility. They discuss the fear of making mistakes, the impact on manager-employee trust, and tips for moving on and refraining from constant apologies. Listeners' questions about workplace blunders are also addressed.

Former tech executive Eric Rodriguez and Gael Aitor, co-host of Teenager Therapy, discuss building professional relationships authentically. They share networking horror stories, tips for initiating conversations, crafting a personal pitch, and managing name memorization. They also address the challenges of networking for introverts, navigating cultural differences, and staying connected during difficult times. Key topics include personal networks, communication, and careers.

Learn how to protect yourself from a bad boss through communication and managing up. Explore different types of bad bosses and determine if it's a mismatch with the company. Understand the importance of documenting interactions and addressing issues. Get insights on navigating workplace conflicts and improving your work environment.