

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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Jan 13, 2025 • 29min
From Fired To Fabulous with Beth Solomon
Have you been fired from a job? So has Lorraine. So has Beth Solomon. More than once, in fact. Getting fired can happen to anyone. Learn how to overcome this transition and come back stronger than ever. Learn more at www.careeruprising.com. Purchase Beth's new book, From Fired To Fabulous at https://www.fromfiredtofabulous.com/

Jan 6, 2025 • 22min
Pressing Reset: Redesigning Career UpRising For 2025
The podcast is back! After a transformative six-month hiatus, join me as I pull back the curtain on both personal and professional changes at Career UpRising. I share the story behind my break, the lessons learned during my time away, and unveil exciting new directions for both the show, my business and my life. Get ready for an honest conversation about growth, change, and the need to press pause. Learn more and find the archives at www.careeruprising.com/podcast

Jun 24, 2024 • 22min
Why The Job Search Is Harder Today
Recruiter ghosting! Fake postings! Scams! Marathon interviews! The job market is nuts. Why? In this episode, Lorraine uncovers numerous reasons why it's a tough market and what you can do about it. Learn more at www.careeruprising.com

Jun 10, 2024 • 32min
The Salary Negotiation Playbook with Brandon Bramley
Brandon Bramley is the Founder of The Salary Negotiator. He has a background in strategic negotiations from working in many professional negotiation roles at many global companies, including Amazon and American Airlines, where he’s not only led multi-million-dollar business-to-business negotiations but has also recruited and hired many career professionals. He also has over 10 years of experience in negotiating salaries and currently runs The Salary Negotiator, which provides professional job offer negotiation coaching and courses to help individuals. Learn more at https://www.thesalarynegotiator.com/

May 20, 2024 • 20min
Embracing Change and Becoming Adaptable
Explore the importance of embracing change and cultivating adaptability in today's rapidly changing workplace. From mastering the art of flexibility to cultivating a growth mindset and leveraging change, this episode offers actionable advice and inspiration to empower listeners to embrace change as a vehicle for success. Learn more at www.careeruprising.com

May 6, 2024 • 30min
Starting Over In A New Career
Starting over in your career is an overwhelming process, especially when you are 40 or 50+. No matter how old you are, it's not too late for you. Learn how to leverage the experience you already have to make the second half of your career, the best half. Did you know that Lorraine wrote a book? Get a copy at www.careeruprising.com/book.

Apr 22, 2024 • 18min
The Manifestation Blueprint, Part 2: Your Future Self
In part two of this series, Lorraine expands upon the concept of manifestation and shares how you can create a new version of yourself right now to achieve your goals. Listen for her four-step process for changing any aspect of your life. Get her new book at www.careeruprising.com/book

Apr 8, 2024 • 26min
The Manifestation Blueprint, Part 1: Attracting Your Ideal Career
Lorraine shares her secrets to success and reveals the intriguing principles of manifestation. She discusses how it's not just a mystical concept, but a practical way to attract your ideal career. With inspiring stories and actionable strategies, listeners learn how to align their thoughts and actions to create opportunities and fulfillment. Lorraine emphasizes the importance of mindset alignment, providing insights to prevent self-sabotage and enhance career outcomes. Don't miss her tips for harnessing your inner power!

Mar 25, 2024 • 27min
Turning 40: Celebrating Life, Business and Lessons Learned
As Lorraine celebrates her 40th birthday, join her on this special episode of Career UpRising for a reflective journey through the lessons learned in both career and life. Drawing from her experience as a coach, business owner, wife, mom, yogi, book lover, and more. Lorraine shares invaluable insights, personal anecdotes, and wisdom gained over four decades. Get a glimpse of Lorraine's life on a personal level and what she's learned so far in her 40 years on Earth. Tune in for heartfelt reflections, candid conversations, and actionable takeaways to inspire your own journey of growth and self-discovery. Learn more at www.careeruprising.com

Mar 11, 2024 • 24min
Why You Need Core Values
Explore the vital role core values play in shaping your career decisions. Discover how identifying your values can lead to greater job satisfaction and a fulfilling professional life. Gain insights into using these values as a compass for navigating career choices and transitions. Real-life examples illustrate how aligning with your authentic self empowers you to make confident, purpose-driven decisions.