Clock In with Emily Durham

Check out Clock In (the book lol): https://emilydurham.org/clock-in LinkedIn doesn’t have to feel awkward, performative, or painfully corporate. In this episode, I’m breaking down 3 simple, strategic ways to get noticed on LinkedIn — without sounding cringey, self-obsessed, or like you’re trying too hard. Whether you’re job searching, building a personal brand, or quietly positioning yourself for your next big opportunity, visibility matters more than you think. The good news? You don’t need viral posts or fake thought-leadership to stand out. You’ll learn: • The easiest way to increase profile visibility (that almost no one is doing consistently) • How to engage in a way that builds real professional relationships • A subtle positioning shift that makes recruiters and decision-makers take you seriously If you’ve ever wondered how some people seem to “magically” attract opportunities online — this episode will show you the strategy behind it.   Got a career question you want answered on the show? Submit it here! 🎧 Listen to Clock In for real career talk, job search advice, and unfiltered recruiter insights — new episodes every Wednesday.

So... we are all OBSESSED with Lo, right? Get more of Lo: http://lvrstyle.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stylelvr/?hl=en The Lo Life Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lo-life/id1514680476 In this episode, Emily sits down with Lorenzo VonRumpf — celebrity stylist and founder of LVR STYLE — to talk about the career skills no one teaches you. From dressing in a way that actually supports your professional brand, to learning how to stop taking everything at work personally, Lo shares the mindset and personal branding strategies that help people stand out in competitive industries. With years of experience shaping the public image of executives, athletes, and television personalities, he explains why how you present yourself matters more than people think — and how to use it to your advantage. Emily and Lo also discuss how to stay confident around difficult personalities, why emotional resilience is a career superpower, and the subtle ways personal style can influence how seriously you're taken at work. If you've ever wondered how to look the part, build a stronger personal brand, and stay unbothered while doing it, this conversation is for you. Got a career question you want answered on the show? Submit it here! 🎧 Listen to Clock In for real career talk, job search advice, and unfiltered recruiter insights — new episodes every Wednesday.

PRE- ORDER CLOCK IN: https://emilydurham.org/clock-in You don’t need to love your job. You just need to hate it a little less. In this episode, we’re talking about the reality no one posts on LinkedIn: sometimes your job isn’t toxic, it’s just… draining. And quitting isn’t always the smartest move. If you feel stuck, underwhelmed, underpaid, or just mildly resentful Monday through Friday — this is for you. We’ll break down: • Why “do what you love” is terrible career advice • How to separate burnout from boredom • Small strategic shifts that increase leverage (without blowing up your income) • The difference between a bad job and bad boundaries Got a career question you want answered on the show? Submit it here! 🎧 Listen to Clock In for real career talk, job search advice, and unfiltered recruiter insights — new episodes every Wednesday.

Buy Clock In: emilydurham.org/clockin You’re scared to take time off. Not because you’re “so busy.” Not because the timing is bad. Not because your job is uniquely demanding. You’re scared. In this episode, we’re talking about the real reason employees avoid taking sick days and vacation — even when they’re burned out, exhausted, or literally sick. From unused PTO and presenteeism to work anxiety and fear of being replaceable, we’re unpacking why so many high performers would rather work sick than log off. If you’ve ever: Logged on while sick Left paid time off unused Felt guilty booking vacation Told yourself “now’s not a good time” for the 12th time This one’s for you. We’ll break down the psychology behind taking time off, the workplace culture that fuels burnout, and what it actually signals when you’re afraid to step away. Because not using your sick days or vacation isn’t loyalty. It’s fear. And it’s costing you more than you think. Got a career question you want answered on the show? Submit it here! 🎧 Listen to Clock In for real career talk, job search advice, and unfiltered recruiter insights — new episodes every Wednesday.

In this episode of Clock In, we’re breaking down the worst career advice people are still giving in 2026 — and exactly why I’m ignoring it.From outdated corporate loyalty myths to toxic productivity culture and “just wait your turn” energy, we’re unpacking the advice that keeps smart, ambitious people underpaid, overworked, and stuck.If you’re navigating the job market, negotiating salary, building your personal brand, or trying to grow your career without burning out — this episode is your permission slip to stop following rules that were never designed for you to win.  Got a career question you want answered on the show? Submit it here! 🎧 Listen to Clock In for real career talk, job search advice, and unfiltered recruiter insights — new episodes every Wednesday.

PRE-ORDER CLOCK IN: emilydurham.org/clock-inIs your job stressing you out more than it should?In this episode, we break down why work can feel overwhelming, how workplace pressure is often manufactured, and what actually is worth caring about in your career. Learn how to set boundaries at work, stop overidentifying with your job, and focus on what truly impacts your long-term career growth, mental health, and financial stability.If you struggle with workplace anxiety, burnout, perfectionism, or feeling like every mistake is the end of the world, this episode will help you reset your perspective and protect your peace while still being successful. Got a career question you want answered on the show? Submit it here! 🎧 Listen to Clock In for real career talk, job search advice, and unfiltered recruiter insights — new episodes every Wednesday.

PRE-ORDER CLOCK IN: https://emilydurham.org/clock-inBeing liked at work is not the same as being respected — and confusing the two can quietly stall your career.In this episode, I break down the difference between being an office celebrity and a personality hire, why one leads to promotions, credibility, and career growth while the other often hits a ceiling, and how being “fun,” “easy,” or “great culture fit” at work can actually hurt your long-term professional reputation.We talk about workplace visibility vs value, how managers really decide who gets promoted, why personality hires are often overlooked for leadership roles, and what to do if you feel visible at work but not taken seriously. This episode is especially for high performers who feel stuck despite working hard, getting praise, or being well liked by their team.If you want to grow your career, earn respect at work, and stop being boxed into the personality hire role, this episode matters. Got a career question you want answered on the show? Submit it here! 🎧 Listen to Clock In for real career talk, job search advice, and unfiltered recruiter insights — new episodes every Wednesday.

If you’re ambitious, driven, and still feel like you’re constantly behind, this episode is for you. In this episode of Clock In, I’m joined by Israa Nassir, trained-therapist, writer, and mental health advocate, to break down toxic productivity — why high achievers are especially prone to it, and how ambition can quietly turn into anxiety, burnout, and chronic self-pressure. We unpack: Why productivity culture makes even successful people feel like they’re failing How ambition gets tied to self-worth and identity Why rest feels uncomfortable (or even unsafe) for high performers How “doing more” becomes a coping mechanism, not a strategy What a healthier relationship with work actually looks like If you’ve ever felt guilty for slowing down, anxious when you’re not being productive, or like no amount of success ever feels like enough — this conversation will help you understand why you feel this way, and how to start breaking the cycle. About the guest: Israa Nassir is a trained-therapist, speaker, and the author of Toxic Productivity. Her work focuses on burnout, emotional resilience, and unlearning hustle culture. You can learn more about her work at israanasir.com and pick up her book here: https://www.israanasir.com/toxic-productivity New episodes of Clock In with Emily Durham drop weekly.  If this episode resonated, make sure to follow, rate, and share. Got a career question you want answered on the show? Submit it here! 🎧 Listen to Clock In for real career talk, job search advice, and unfiltered recruiter insights — new episodes every Wednesday.

PRE ORDER CLOCK IN: https://emilydurham.org/clock-inAHHH! I AM NOT OVER THIS EPISODE! SO MUCH TO TELL YOU!!! But also.January hits different. The motivation crash is real, the anxiety is loud, and suddenly everything feels… urgent. In this episode, we’re talking about The January Scaries — why they happen, why you’re not broken for feeling them, and how to calm your nervous system when the year feels like it’s already asking too much of you.PLUS: huge life updates (the kind I’d only tell you) and a WWED (What Would Emily Do) segment where we get into real listener dilemmas — careers, confidence, boundaries, and the quiet panic of “am I doing enough with my life?”If you’re feeling behind, overwhelmed, or weirdly emotional for no clear reason — this one’s for you. Got a career question you want answered on the show? Submit it here! 🎧 Listen to Clock In for real career talk, job search advice, and unfiltered recruiter insights — new episodes every Wednesday.

PRE ORDER Clock In: https://emilydurham.org/clock-inIf you feel behind, confused, or low-key panicked because you still don’t know what you want to do with your life — this episode is for you.In today’s job market, the pressure to have a “dream career” figured out is unrealistic, outdated, and honestly… unhelpful. In this episode, I’m breaking down why not knowing your end goal isn’t the problem — and what you should be focusing on instead.We’ll walk through a practical, no-BS career mapping framework that helps you move forward without needing a 10-year plan, a passion epiphany, or a quarter-life crisis meltdown.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why “finding your passion” is terrible career adviceHow to build career momentum even when you feel lostThe difference between a career goal and a career directionHow to make smart next moves without locking yourself into the wrong pathWhat to focus on when you don’t know your long-term plan — but still want to make more money, gain confidence, and stop feeling stuckThis episode is your permission slip to stop spiraling, stop comparing, and start making strategic moves that actually compound over time.You don’t need to know what you want to do with your life, you just need a map. Got a career question you want answered on the show? Submit it here! 🎧 Listen to Clock In for real career talk, job search advice, and unfiltered recruiter insights — new episodes every Wednesday.

Your job can’t love you back — but that doesn’t mean a layoff won’t hurt.This week, I’m joined by Ilana Dunn, host of Seeing Other People and one of the most thoughtful voices on dating, self-worth, and navigating major life transitions online. Ilana went through a layoff herself, and together we unpack what happens when your career rug gets pulled out from under you.We talk about the emotional whiplash of layoffs, why so many high performers get cut, and how to rethink your identity when the job you built your life around disappears. We also dig into career pivots — how to tell when one is a strategic move versus a fear-based reaction.We get into:Why layoffs are rarely personal (even when they feel devastating)The grief, shame, and panic no one warns you aboutRebuilding confidence after being “cut”When a career pivot is actually a power moveWhy tying your self-worth to your job will always backfireFollow Ilana on Instagram  and check out her podcast Seeing Other People for honest conversations about dating, identity, and becoming yourself again.https://www.instagram.com/seeingotherpeople/https://www.instagram.com/ilanadunn/If you’ve ever stayed loyal to a company that wouldn’t hesitate to replace you, this episode is your reminder: your career should serve you, not the other way around. Got a career question you want answered on the show? Submit it here! 🎧 Listen to Clock In for real career talk, job search advice, and unfiltered recruiter insights — new episodes every Wednesday.

New year, new energy — but no pressure!In this episode, I’m checking in on how I’m actually feeling heading into the new year, what I’m celebrating, what I’m leaving behind, and how I’m thinking about work, goals, and growth moving forward. We’re talking career ins and outs, realistic intentions, and setting the tone for the year ahead without burning yourself out. Consider this your friendly New Year career check-in. Got a career question you want answered on the show? Submit it here! 🎧 Listen to Clock In for real career talk, job search advice, and unfiltered recruiter insights — new episodes every Wednesday.

In this special holiday edition of What Would Emily Do, I’m answering your real career questions. We’re talking about what to do when your boss doesn’t care about your health, how to know when it’s actually time to quit your job, and how to think about taking a pay cut without blowing up your future.If you’ve been rethinking your job going into the new year, this episode will help you get clear on your next move! Got a career question you want answered on the show? Submit it here! 🎧 Listen to Clock In for real career talk, job search advice, and unfiltered recruiter insights — new episodes every Wednesday.

Standing up for yourself at work shouldn’t cost you trust, credibility, or future opportunities.In this episode, we break down how to advocate for yourself, push back, set boundaries, and deliver hard messages without damaging relationships or burning bridges. Because clarity isn’t the issue—delivery is.You’ll learn:How to say the hard thing without escalating the situationThe difference between being direct and being recklessHow to push back while staying respected and effectiveWhat tact actually looks like in real workplace conversations Got a career question you want answered on the show? Submit it here! 🎧 Listen to Clock In for real career talk, job search advice, and unfiltered recruiter insights — new episodes every Wednesday.

This special Clock In LIVE x Intuit episode felt like a full-circle moment for me. If you’ve followed my career story, you know I actually worked at Intuit for 4+ years and it truly was the job that changed my career and life. So getting to come back, sit on stage, and host this conversation with two incredible Intuit leaders was honestly surreal in the best way.I’m joined by:✨Kristen Treacyhttps://ca.linkedin.com/in/kristen-treacy✨Kerry-Ann McAnuffhttp://linkedin.com/in/kerry-ann-mcanuff/Together, we get into:what genuine career growth actually looks like how to advocate for yourself at work even when your voice shakeshow high performers manage imposter syndromethe small habits that lead to BIG confidence at workwhat career development looks like inside a company that actually invests in youThis conversation is honest, energizing, and full of the kind of advice I wish I had earlier in my own career — especially when I was first starting out at Intuit.If you’re thinking about your next step, looking for a company with real growth opportunities, or you just want to feel inspired about your career again… bookmark this one.📌 Explore opportunities at Intuit:👉https://www.intuit.com/ca/careers/ Got a career question you want answered on the show? Submit it here! 🎧 Listen to Clock In for real career talk, job search advice, and unfiltered recruiter insights — new episodes every Wednesday.

In this episode, we’re reframing “greed” as a career strategy. If you’ve been taught to be grateful, quiet, or low-maintenance at work, you’re probably leaving money, perks, and power on the table.I break down the real reason ambitious people earn more—and the exact tactics you can use to do the same. We cover salary negotiation, asking for raises, getting better perks, using competing offers, and how to confidently ask for more without feeling guilty.If you’re ready to stop playing small and finally get paid what you’re worth, this episode is your roadmap. Got a career question you want answered on the show? Submit it here! 🎧 Listen to Clock In for real career talk, job search advice, and unfiltered recruiter insights — new episodes every Wednesday.

Welcome to a conversation we all need right now.Today, we're diving into The Cost of Keeping Up — why so many of us feel financially behind, exhausted, or like our “good salary” still isn’t enough. From lifestyle pressure to rising costs to the emotional toll of constantly comparing ourselves online, this episode unpacks the truth about Gen Z’s relationship with money in 2025. We talk about the systems, the psychology, and the reality behind why managing money feels harder than ever — and how to take back control without giving up your joy. This episode features insights from Melissa Leong, one of Canada’s leading personal finance experts, bestselling author, and your favourite money mentor.Follow Melissa:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisleong/?hl=enWebsite: www.melissaleong.comBook: Happy Go Money And a huge thank you to RBC — this episode is proudly sponsored by them in support of their research on the financial pressures facing young Canadians today. If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing “everything right” and still can’t get ahead… this one’s for you. CONTEST INFORMATION! Between November 19 to 30, 2025 you have a chance to win a $1,000 shopping spree at Shoppers Drug Mart. There is a special keyword embedded in today’s episode. Simply text the keyword plus you’re full name to 925-555. Standard message rates apply. Go to https://www.seekyoursounds.com/contests for contest rules.  From beauty to value sets, to stocking stuffers and more, Shoppers Drug Mart can help you during the holiday season—and you’ll get points on almost everything! Got a career question you want answered on the show? Submit it here! 🎧 Listen to Clock In for real career talk, job search advice, and unfiltered recruiter insights — new episodes every Wednesday.

Navigating office politics is a skill nobody teaches you… yet everyone expects you to magically know.In this episode, we’re breaking down the messy, unspoken rules of workplace dynamics — what to do, what to avoid, and how to protect your peace without playing the game. From dealing with power struggles to recognizing when to speak up (and when to disengage), this is your survival guide to staying sane, safe, and respected at work.CONTEST INFORMATION! Between November 19 to 30, 2025 you have a chance to win a $1,000 shopping spree at Shoppers Drug Mart. There is a special keyword embedded in today’s episode. Simply text the keyword plus you’re full name to 925-555. Standard message rates apply. Go to https://www.seekyoursounds.com/contests for contest rules.  From beauty to value sets, to stocking stuffers and more, Shoppers Drug Mart can help you during the holiday season—and you’ll get points on almost everything! Got a career question you want answered on the show? Submit it here! 🎧 Listen to Clock In for real career talk, job search advice, and unfiltered recruiter insights — new episodes every Wednesday.

If you’ve ever applied to a job, interviewed, or even made it to the final round… only to hear nothing, you’re not alone. Ghosting in the job search is more common than ever — but it’s not personal, and it’s not the end of your momentum. In this episode, we break down why job ghosting happens, how to follow up effectively, and how to keep your confidence high while you continue the search.You’ll learn:The real reasons recruiters go silentHow to write a follow-up email that gets a responseWhen to move on vs. when to re-engageHow to protect your self-esteem during the job huntListen now and take back control of your job search. SEND EMILY YOUR QUESTIONS: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfzRzBwz76vtNuI3YZOdgPv1CFlVZy5IfvWo2SNTxeeqgal-w/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=113168405104392238304 Got a career question you want answered on the show? Submit it here! 🎧 Listen to Clock In for real career talk, job search advice, and unfiltered recruiter insights — new episodes every Wednesday.

Welcome to Clock In with Emily Durham — the career podcast that helps you get ahead without losing your mind.In the first episode, we’re breaking down what’s really happening in the 2025 job market — why so many people feel stuck, ghosted, or underpaid — and how to actually stand out in a market where no one’s hiring. I’ll share insider recruiter tips, hiring trends for 2025, and the exact strategies that work right now to get interviews and offers. Got a career question you want answered on the show? Submit it here! 🎧 Listen to Clock In for real career talk, job search advice, and unfiltered recruiter insights — new episodes every Wednesday.