Career Uprising
Lorraine Rise
Are you over 40, or even over 50, and feeling stuck or overlooked because of your age? Imagine if your experience was celebrated, not rejected.
On Career UpRising, Lorraine Rise shows professionals in the mid and late career stage how to combat ageism and up-level their careers. As a 2X career changer and seasoned recruiter, Lorraine knows the challenges of getting hired, especially when you've got gray hairs.
Whether you're ready for a complete career shift or just want to take your current role to new heights, Lorraine shares the insights, strategies and inspiration you need to make it happen. No more feeling resigned to a job that doesn't fulfill you.
Tune in to discover how to:
- Position your age as a competitive advantage
- Break free from a toxic work environment
- Negotiate a higher salary and better benefits
- Find meaningful work that aligns with your values
- Beat out younger candidates for your dream role
It's time to master your next career move and write the next empowering chapter of your professional story. Career UpRising is your roadmap.
On Career UpRising, Lorraine Rise shows professionals in the mid and late career stage how to combat ageism and up-level their careers. As a 2X career changer and seasoned recruiter, Lorraine knows the challenges of getting hired, especially when you've got gray hairs.
Whether you're ready for a complete career shift or just want to take your current role to new heights, Lorraine shares the insights, strategies and inspiration you need to make it happen. No more feeling resigned to a job that doesn't fulfill you.
Tune in to discover how to:
- Position your age as a competitive advantage
- Break free from a toxic work environment
- Negotiate a higher salary and better benefits
- Find meaningful work that aligns with your values
- Beat out younger candidates for your dream role
It's time to master your next career move and write the next empowering chapter of your professional story. Career UpRising is your roadmap.
Episodes
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Oct 1, 2018 • 31min
#25 Why You Should Change Jobs Every Five Years
Is it really best to stay at one employer as long as you can? It's well-known that the days of company loyalty are gone, but that's not necessarily a bad thing. Lorraine makes a compelling case for why changing jobs every five years can be highly advantageous. She also answers a listener question on the issue of "job hopping" and teaches you how to stay current and competitive in the job market.
Sep 24, 2018 • 25min
#24 Navigating The Mid-Career Crisis
The middle child, the mid-life crisis, the mid-career plateau. Being stuck in the middle is never easy. We all want to feel like we are making progress, reaching our goals and living the life that we deserve. What happens when you wake up at 45 years old and realize that you are in the wrong career? Or that you still have no idea what you want to do with your life? This happens more often than you think and you are not alone. Lorraine specializes in supporting mid- and late-career professionals with staying relevant, competitive and satisfied in their careers. Hear her actionable insights and strategies into getting over the mid-career blues.
Sep 17, 2018 • 27min
#23 Can Everyone Really Follow Their Passion?
Is it really possible for everyone to be happy with their jobs? Is "following your passion" just trite, worn-out self-help advice? There is a widespread belief in today's society that work is just how we make a living and we shouldn't expect it to be enjoyable. That doesn't have to be true. You can, and should, follow your passion if you want to find lasting fulfillment and reach your potential. In today's episode, Lorraine offers in unconventional perspective on this topic and explains how to finally enjoy your work, no matter what you do for a living.
Sep 10, 2018 • 23min
#22 Why Your Backup Plan Is Holding You Back
Do you avoid taking risks in your career because of the fear of failure? Conventional wisdom tells us to have a backup plan for everything that we do in life. In today's episode, Lorraine challenges that theory and presents the argument that backup plans can become our crutch and keep us from reaching our potential. Lorraine will share stories from her own career and past clients who decided to ditch their backup plans and go big in their career!
Sep 3, 2018 • 27min
#21 Interviewing With Confidence
Do you struggle with how to "sell" yourself to employers? Do job interviews make you nervous? This is a common struggle for those who are looking for a better job. As a career coach, Lorraine believes that the best interview is the authentic interview. Rather than selling yourself, you need to be just be yourself. Today's episode will reveal what employers are really looking for and how you can position yourself to finally land the job that you deserve.
Aug 27, 2018 • 56min
#4 Setting An Intention For Your Job Search (Rebroadcast)
When you set an intention, you set a direction. And every job search needs a direction. Until you have a clear picture of what you want, your job search hasn't started. In this episode, you'll discover how to start your job search of with a powerful dose of positive energy and thoughtful intention that will dramatically improve your results. Lorraine will share the strategy that she used for success in her own days as a job seeker. If you are looking for work or contemplating a career change, this is episode a must-listen.
Aug 20, 2018 • 56min
#20 How To Make a Career Transformation with Yogesh Naik
Looking to break out of his long-term unemployment, Yogesh Naik signed up for Lorraine's signature program, Career Transformation. Hear his success story and learn how he overcame his fear of taking of action and landed a fantastic new job offer in just 60 days, and with a pay increase!
Aug 13, 2018 • 56min
#19 How To Make The Salary That You're Worth
Are you tired of being underpaid? Do you feel uncomfortable asking your boss for a raise? You don't have to accept a job for less than the salary that you deserve. Lorraine has successfully negotiated salary increases in her own career and coached others to do the same. Discover how to know what your job is worth and feel confident in negotiating the salary that you want.
Aug 6, 2018 • 56min
#18 Are You Headed for a Career Burnout?
We spend a large portion of our lives at work often seeing our coworkers more than our own families. Working long hours, coupled with feelings of unfulfillment, is a recipe for career burnout. When we experience chronic stress from our jobs, it takes a toll on our health and personal lives. Learn a more proactive approach to make sure that your job stress doesn't become your life stress. Hear Lorraine's strategies for how to manage your work stress and achieve balance in your life.
Jul 30, 2018 • 56min
#17 Stop Networking and Start Connecting
For many, networking has become synonymous with just handing out business cards and hoping someone will give you a job. This is a very powerless way to approach a job search. In today's episode, Lorraine puts the power back in your hands and reveals what it means to make true connections and how it can make all the difference in your career.
