Episode 46: Using Radical Empathy to Lead and Live with Erin DeihlReady to explore the latest in tech careers and financial insights? Click here now for an eye-opening journey at https://www.techequityandmoneynews.com/!Radical Empathy is about taking the time to truly listen and understand the needs and emotions of others. It is about putting yourself in their shoes and seeing the world from their perspective. When we practice radical empathy, we create a space where people feel seen, heard, and valued. This leads to stronger relationships, increased trust, and a more positive work environment.As Erin mentioned in her own experience, having a leader who practices radical empathy can make a world of difference. Instead of just focusing on climbing the corporate ladder and achieving personal success, empathetic leaders prioritize the well-being and growth of their team members. They show compassion, support, and understanding, creating a culture of care and respect.In this episode of Tech Equity and Money Talk, host Christopher interviews Erin Diehl, the creator of Improve It, a professional development company rooted in improv comedy. Erin discusses how improv can help leaders and teams grow through play and experiential learning. She is also the host of the Improve It podcast and author of the Amazon bestseller "I See You." Join Christopher and Erin for insights on energizing teams through radical empathy and the power of improv in leadership development!In this episode, we talk about:The Importance of Play at Work: Erin emphasized how incorporating play and improv into the workplace can level the playing field between interns and CEOs, leading to magical outcomes.Financially Focused Tech Employees: We discussed the unique challenges tech employees face when it comes to equity and financial planning, and how improv can play a role in navigating these challenges.Radical Empathy: Erin shared her journey and the concept of radical empathy, which involves deeply understanding and connecting with others while also taking care of oneself.Self-Love and Leadership: We delved into the idea that effective leadership starts with self-love and self-care, which then translates into better team management and a more magnetic culture.Improv Exercises: Erin walked us through an improv exercise called "Empathy," which helps develop a deeper understanding of others' perspectives, and shared insights on how improv can be used to enhance various workplace skills.The Ideal Day Exercise: Erin provided a framework for envisioning your ideal day, which can be transformative in understanding and directing your personal and professional life.The Impact of Improv on Tech Teams: We learned about how Erin's company, Improve It, helps tech teams communicate better and build stronger connections through improv based training.The Chicken Dance: Erin shared a fun fact about how the chicken dance is used in her workshops to break down barriers and encourage participants to step out of their comfort zones.Episode Timeline:00:00:00 - Masks at Work and Leveling the Playing Field00:00:19 - Introduction to the Podcast for Tech Employees00:00:40 - Introducing Erin and Improve It00:01:41 - The Concept of "Improve It" and Professional Development00:02:10 - The Importance of Fun in the Workplace00:02:46 - Defining Radical Empathy00:05:24 - Radical Empathy in Leadership00:08:13 - Empathy Exercise Demonstration00:09:31 - The Impact of the Empathy Exercise00:16:28 - Self-Love and Leadership00:19:13 - The Ideal Day Exercise00:24:21 - The Gap in Self-Awareness and Leadership00:29:35 - Protecting Your Energy and Vibes00:32:52 - The Four-Day Work Week at Improve It00:36:45 - Improve It's Approach to Corporate Training00:41:42 - Effective Communication Workshop Example00:43:51 - The Power of Play in Workshops00:45:54 - The Chicken Dance and Breaking Down Barriers00:47:04 - Fire Round: Quick Personal QuestionsConnect with Erin Diehl: Website: https://www.itserindiehl.com/Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/improve-it-podcast-professional-development-through/id1508450538Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itserindiehl/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erindiehl/

Explore indispensable executive skills in tech, like setting boundaries to prevent burnout and managing up for better team alignment. Learn the art of unplugging to recharge your mind and enhance productivity. Risk-taking emerges as a crucial tactic for career growth, transforming failures into valuable lessons. With personal anecdotes, discover actionable strategies for navigating the modern workplace and achieving professional success.

Maya Grossman, an executive coach, shares insights on reaching executive roles, emphasizing strategic growth over hard work. She reveals top mistakes hindering career advancement, offers advice on taking ownership of your career, and navigating workplace politics. With a focus on building relationships and planning career moves strategically, listeners can learn how to become CEOs of their careers.

Episode 43: Building a Strong Team Not a Network: Unlock your Career CadreReady to explore the latest in tech careers and financial insights? Click here now for an eye-opening journey at https://www.techequityandmoneynews.com/!Building a Strong Team through intentional networking is a powerful tool for building career success. By strategically assembling a team of mentors, mentees, peers, opportunity creators, and innovators/challengers, individuals can create a supportive network that guides them towards their career goals. Embracing reciprocity, seeking balance in the team, establishing standards and metrics, understanding dual roles, and fostering positivity and support are essential components of intentional networking. Through intentional networking, individuals can enhance their career development, expand their opportunities, and achieve long-term success in their professional endeavors.In this episode of "Tech Equity and Money Talk," host Christopher Nelson shares his unique approach to networking called the Career Cadre. Born out of personal challenges in his career, the Career Cadre method aims to revamp traditional networking strategies that often fall short. Nelson emphasizes the importance of building a strong network and offers insights on how to navigate the world of networking effectively. In this episode, we talk about:Reciprocity: The first rule highlighted in the episode is the principle of reciprocity. The speaker emphasizes the importance of giving and receiving in equal measure within the career cadre. By investing time, effort, and support into the network, individuals can expect to receive valuable guidance, opportunities, and feedback in return. This mutual exchange forms the foundation of a successful career cadre.Balance: Another crucial rule is the need for balance within the career cadre. It is essential to maintain a diverse mix of roles, including mentors, mentees, peers, opportunity creators, and innovators/challengers. Balancing these roles ensures that individuals have access to a wide range of perspectives, support, and opportunities within their network.Embracing Abundance Theory: The episode encourages listeners to adopt an abundance mindset when building their career cadre. This mindset involves believing that there are ample opportunities, resources, and connections available for growth and development. By embracing abundance, individuals can approach networking with optimism, openness, and a willingness to explore new possibilities.Establishing Standards and Metrics: Setting clear standards and metrics within the career cadre is essential for tracking progress and ensuring accountability. By establishing specific criteria for success, individuals can measure the effectiveness of their networking efforts, identify areas for improvement, and maintain a high level of performance within the team.Understanding Dual Roles: The episode emphasizes the concept of dual roles within the career cadre. Individuals are not only recipients of support and guidance but also contributors to the success of others. Understanding and embracing these dual roles allows for a more dynamic and mutually beneficial networking environment where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow, and support each other.Ensuring Positivity and Support: Lastly, the rule of ensuring positivity and support underscores the importance of creating a supportive and encouraging atmosphere within the career cadre. By fostering a positive environment where members uplift and motivate each other, individuals can cultivate strong relationships, build trust, and navigate challenges together effectively.Episode Timeline:[00:00:31] Networking challenges and solutions.[00:03:41] Building a career cadre.[00:09:35] Building intentional career teams.[00:11:43] Building with intention and clarity.[00:17:48] Mentees are critical for growth.[00:22:35] Opportunity creators.[00:23:49] Building relationships for career growth.[00:27:01] Rules of engagement.[00:33:44] Establishing standards and metrics.[00:35:18] Dual roles in career development.[00:39:01] Building professional relationships.Connect with Christopher Nelson on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christophercnelson/

Learn about crafting a cash flow portfolio with a $256k per year strategy. Dive into diversification through fund managers for wealth preservation and growth. Explore transitioning from tech to income investing. Discover the 5050 strategy for portfolio management and tax efficiency. Gain insights on managing wealth challenges and successful real estate investment. Get career advice and methods for recharging while navigating tech opportunities for wealth creation.

Episode 41: Elevate Your Career: The Power of Executive Search RevealedReady to explore the latest in tech careers and financial insights? Click here now for an eye-opening journey at https://www.techequityandmoneynews.com/!Executive recruiters are valuable advocates for professionals looking to advance their careers. These recruiters, also known as executive search professionals, specialize in finding and placing top-level executives in organizations. They play a crucial role in connecting talented individuals with the right opportunities and helping them navigate the complexities of the job market.One of the key benefits of working with an executive recruiter is their deep industry knowledge and expertise. They have a wealth of experience in their respective fields and understand the nuances of different industries and roles. This knowledge allows them to identify the best candidates for specific positions and advise both candidates and clients on the ideal fit.In this episode of Tech Equity and Money Talk, host Christopher Nelson interviews Sam Wholley and discusses two important topics: working with executive recruiters and the future of AI in the workplace. Learn how to leverage their expertise and navigate the evolving technological landscape to grow your career, build wealth, and achieve your goals!In this episode, we talk about:Executive Search vs. Specialized Search: Executive search is about bringing in leaders who can change the DNA of a company, while specialized search might focus on niche roles like quant researchers for hedge funds.The Role of LinkedIn: Your LinkedIn profile is essentially your new resume. It should be clean, succinct, and highlight quantifiable achievements.Building Relationships: It's crucial to develop relationships with executive recruiters, even if you're not currently an executive. They can provide valuable advice and help you understand the trajectory of your career.Feedback and Growth: Executive recruiters can offer constructive feedback that can be instrumental in your career development. Be open to receiving and acting on this feedback.AI as an Enabler: AI is expected to make jobs more productive and creative, but it will require us to enhance our critical thinking and communication skills.Understanding AI's Role: It's important to understand how AI can make your job more efficient and what unique contributions you can make that AI cannot replicate.Reskilling for AI: For those not directly involved in AI product development, it's about understanding how to apply AI within your functional expertise to improve business outcomes.Business Acumen: With the rise of AI, having a strong grasp of business fundamentals and use cases is more important than ever.Episode Timeline:Introduction to Executive Search00:00:00 - Welcome and Topics Overview00:01:24 - Role of Executive Recruiters and AI00:04:01 - Defining Executive and Specialized Search00:08:17 - Leveraging Executive Search for Career Growth00:09:08 - Advice for Aspiring ExecutivesNavigating the AI Landscape00:23:08 - The Role of AI in the Workplace00:25:21 - Communicating AI Proficiency in Job Searches00:27:10 - AI in Executive Search00:30:16 - Opportunities to Reskill for AI Roles00:36:19 - Identifying AI OpportunitiesFuture of AI in Business00:35:01 - The 'Why' Behind AI in Your Job00:40:01 - The Future of AI in Business and SocietyConnect with Sam Wolley:https://www.samwholley.comhttps://twitter.com/SamWholley

Max Pashman, a financial advisor specializing in technology employees and sales professionals, shares his journey from a large firm to a fee-only practice. He discusses the transparency and trust benefits of fee-only advisors, guiding clients through complex equity compensation. The duo reveals five common mistakes tech workers make with their finances, emphasizing the need for strategic planning and professional tax advice. Tune in for insights on achieving financial independence and avoiding pitfalls in managing equity.

Dive into the secrets of building a solid portfolio investment strategy! Learn how to treat your investments like a business and the importance of a four-pillar framework for financial independence. Discover the shift towards private equity and why proactive networking is essential. Uncover strategies to create legacy wealth, focusing on sustainable growth over quick wins. Plus, gain insights into constructing a balanced portfolio and effective risk management to ensure long-term income.

Episode 38: Career Capital: Your Blueprint for Successful Equity TradingReady to explore the latest in tech careers and financial insights? Click here now for an eye-opening journey at https://www.techequityandmoneynews.com/!Your career capital is a combination of your education, experience, and the results you've delivered. It's essential to continuously develop this capital to position yourself for better equity negotiations.By following the career capital playbook and the three I's, you can systematically develop your skills to the level of expertise.This approach will not only enhance your career but also unlock wealth and opportunities across disciplines. The key to negotiating for more equity lies in your ability to articulate your value compellingly.In this episode of Tech Equity and Money Talk, host Christopher Nelson breaks down the career capital playbook that will empower you to leverage your expertise and negotiate for more equity.Discover the three pillars of the equity to exit framework and learn how developing expertise can lead to more freedom and opportunities. In this episode, we talk about:Career Capital OverviewSkill Development for Career SuccessImportance of Education in Career CapitalThree-Step Framework for Career CapitalExpertise as a Pillar for WealthExample of Success through ExpertiseSystematic Skill Development for WealthImportance of Engaging StorytellingHighlighting Interactions and ImpactQuantifying Results in Job MarketOverall MessageEpisode Timeline:[00:00:00] Negotiating for more equity.[00:05:20] Developing expertise through education.[00:07:28] Skill set inventory and assessment.[00:11:13] Inventorying your career accomplishments.[00:15:41] Self-assessment and skill evaluation.[00:19:23] Invest and test.[00:23:49] Executive coaching and skill development.[00:26:38] Illustrate and describe.[00:30:29] Quantifying achievements in resumes.[00:34:02] Quantifiable results and career story.[00:37:02] Moving skills to expertise.Resources:Click Here to Access your Career Capital Log for 2023Video Walkthrough of Career Capital Loghttps://www.techequityandmoneynews.com/p/tcmn-7-mastering-tech-career-unleash-worth-2024Connect with Christopher Nelson on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christophercnelson/

Episode 37: Tech Career Development in 2024: Navigating AI Challenges and OpportunitiesReady to explore the latest in tech careers and financial insights? Click here now for an eye-opening journey at https://www.techequityandmoneynews.com/!Career Development: Test and invest in skills is about compounding the skills learned in one's career, applying them, learning from them, and then refining them through each new experience. The key to this approach is that there is no limit to how much one can learn and grow, but it is dependent on the risk they are willing to take and what excites them about their job or opportunity.In this episode, podcast host Christopher Nelson continues his conversation with Bart Finelli, the founder of Skillibrium . They discuss the importance of investing in and testing the skills you've learned in your career to build expertise. Bart shares his journey from working in sales enablement to starting his own company, and emphasizes the value of building a personal brand and telling your story. They also touch on the role of generative AI in the workplace and the importance of emotional intelligence in career success. Bart encourages tech employees to punch above their weight class, immerse themselves in learning, and be bold in advocating for themselves. He also shares his love for music as a way to recharge. Overall, the episode provides valuable insights and advice for tech professionals looking to grow their careers and build their own businesses.Learn how to turn your skills into expertise and start your own business in the tech industry. Check out our latest podcast episode!In this episode, we talk about:Compounding skills over timeApplying, learning, refining through experienceExcitement about job roles and opportunitiesFinancially focused technology employeesEquity, career, money strategies, tacticsGrowing wealth and achieving lifestyle goalsWorking for other companies, continuous learning, and growthInflection point in building a companyStories from Bart's experience, including SplunkConcept, discipline, skill, expertise in starting a companyFounder's background in technical reading and creatingLearning and value selling in the careerEpisode Timeline:[00:00:00] Test and invest is compounding.[00:02:45] Founders and skill development.[00:06:13] Cataloging ideas and progressions.[00:09:57] The core go-to-market engine.[00:14:06] Business-focused technology roles.[00:17:46] The evolution of Skillibrium .[00:20:35] Creating to Give[00:26:07] Relationships and Learning from Others.[00:29:08] Telling your story and personal brand promotion.[00:31:30] Continuous learning and career growth.[00:35:39] The concept of retirement.[00:38:43] Punching above your weight.[00:43:29] Emotional intelligence or awareness.Connect with Bart Fanellihttps://www.linkedin.com/in/bartfanelli/https://www.Skillibrium.com