Secrets of the Career Game

Kendall Berg sits down with Kelly Poquiz Burke, a former Doritos brand manager who walked away from Super Bowl campaigns, corporate titles, and nonstop promotions to build a life that actually aligned with her values. Kelly’s story begins at the peak of success—meeting celebrities, managing billion-dollar brands, and collecting promotions—but underneath, she was burning out while holding it all together as a new mom and cancer survivor. In this conversation, Kelly explains why passion isn’t enough for lasting fulfillment, how over-identifying with your career keeps you stuck, and why she believes Life-Work Alignment is a more sustainable framework than the outdated idea of balance. She shares the moment her three-year-old daughter asked her not to leave again, the Apple Watch notification that confirmed her stress levels, and the four pillars that now guide her work and life. If you’ve ever wondered whether your career is defining too much of who you are, this episode will shift your perspective. In this episode, we discuss: How do you know when it’s time to walk away from a dream job? Why is purpose more sustainable than passion in your career? What are the early signs of burnout most people ignore? How does Life-Work Alignment work in practice? ⭐️Get our FREE Accomplishments Tracker: https://fabulous-butterfly-83716.myflodesk.com/n8yzvrtw9v  That Career Coach Want to know more about Kendal Berg, that career coach? Follow her on Instagram: @thatcareercoach_ Check out her courses on the website: https://thatcareercoach.net/ Build out the tools you need to navigate the corporate game: — Self Driven Mastermind   About Kelly Poquiz Burke Kelly Poquiz Burke is an Executive Coach, Keynote Speaker, Podcast Host, and the Founder & CEO of Career Slay®. After beating breast cancer while pregnant during the pandemic, she found purpose in helping high performers develop their careers with courage and authenticity. Before launching Career Slay, Kelly spent over a decade in marketing, leading Super Bowl campaigns for brands like Doritos, Avocados From Mexico, Nestlé, and GameStop. She holds an MBA from the University of Texas at Austin, a BBA from the University of Notre Dame, and is an ICF Level 1 Certified Coac  

Most of us give our boss way too much credit — for the raise we didn’t get, the promotion we hoped for, or the recognition we thought was overdue. Kendall Berg pulls back the curtain to reveal the truth: your career outcomes are rarely decided by one person. Promotions, raises, and opportunities happen by committee, and your boss can’t advocate for you if they don’t even know what you’re doing. This episode digs into the four pillars of career growth: education, self-advocacy, networking, and communication. Kendall explains why reframing self-advocacy as “educating leadership” changes everything, how high performers accidentally sabotage themselves by saying yes to everything, and why building relationships with directors and VPs is just as critical as doing the work itself. With sharp insights and practical stories (including her own three-year promotion delay), Kendall shows how to communicate impact, manage expectations, and protect your career trajectory. In this episode of Secrets of the Career Game, we discuss: How do you educate your boss and leadership team about your impact without sounding pushy? Why do high performers often burn out before reaching senior leadership? What’s the role of networking with directors and VPs in career advancement? How do you communicate trade-offs and risks in a positive, strategic way? Why can’t you rely on your boss alone for promotions and raises? ⭐️Get our FREE Accomplishments Tracker: https://fabulous-butterfly-83716.myflodesk.com/n8yzvrtw9v  That Career Coach Want to know more about Kendal Berg, that career coach? Follow her on Instagram: @thatcareercoach_ Check out her courses on the website: https://thatcareercoach.net/ Build out the tools you need to navigate the corporate game: — Self Driven Mastermind  

Your calendar doesn’t cause burnout. It’s caused by your nervous system. After building multiple seven-figure businesses in her twenties, Dr. Nona Djavid found herself sobbing on the closet floor—exhausted, overwhelmed, and completely burned out. That breakdown became a breakthrough. She didn’t just change her habits—she rewired her subconscious and trained her nervous system to feel safe with rest, freedom, and abundance. Now, she helps high-achieving professionals do the same without quitting their jobs or blowing up their lives. In this episode, Kendall and Nona unpack the invisible addiction to stress, how subconscious safety patterns sabotage growth, and why visualizing your future isn’t just spiritual fluff—it’s brain science. Nona also breaks down her One Week/Month Lifestyle and how anyone—from entrepreneurs to corporate leaders—can adopt it in a way that works for them. Dr. Nona Djavid is the founder of eLIVate Club and creator of the One Week/Month Lifestyle. Her work helps high performers rewire the subconscious patterns keeping them stuck in cycles of burnout, stress, and overachieving. Want more from Nona? DM her @nonadjavid on Instagram and mention this episode to access her free 90-minute training: Four Steps to Quantum Leaps In this episode, we discuss: What is nervous system dysregulation and how does it show up at work? How do I know if I’m addicted to stress without realizing it? Can visualization rewire the brain for success? Why does my nervous system sabotage my goals? How can I create more time freedom without quitting my job? ⭐️Get our FREE Accomplishments Tracker: https://fabulous-butterfly-83716.myflodesk.com/n8yzvrtw9v  That Career Coach Want to know more about Kendal Berg, that career coach? Follow her on Instagram: @thatcareercoach_ Check out her courses on the website: https://thatcareercoach.net/ Build out the tools you need to navigate the corporate game: — Self Driven Mastermind  

“Just work hard and you’ll get promoted.” If you’ve heard this before and it still hasn’t worked out… Kendall’s here to tell you why. In this 100th episode of Secrets of the Career Game, Kendall calls BS on the most common career clichés that keep high-performers stuck and overlooked. From toxic loyalty traps to the myth of passion-driven success, this episode breaks down the 8 most mediocre pieces of advice—and replaces them with strategies that actually get you promoted, noticed, and respected. This is not a motivational pep talk. It’s your playbook for making smarter, more strategic moves inside corporate systems that were never built to reward quiet hard work. Plus: Kendall launches a Name Our Listeners contest and issues a two-week networking challenge that could literally change your career trajectory. Let’s celebrate 100 episodes by rewriting the rules. In this episode, we discuss: What’s the worst career advice you’ve ever received? Why doesn’t hard work alone get you promoted? How do you build influence without playing dirty office politics? Who should you really be networking with? When does “loyalty” become career sabotage? Don’t wait to get noticed—use this guide to make your next promotion a planned event, not a lucky break. https://thatcareercoach.myflodesk.com/promotion-guide/checkout    

Most people say they're “too busy” before they’ve even checked their calendar. Michelle Niemeyer wants to change that. After burning out as a high-performing attorney (and landing in the hospital because of it), Michelle realized the problem wasn’t her productivity. It was her lifestyle. Her nervous system. Her goals. And the way she defined success. In this episode, she breaks down The Art of Bending Time, her framework that helps professionals stop spinning in circles and start building a life they want. Kendall and Michelle talk about everything from “goal clutter” to internal time sucks to why losing 5 pounds might not really be your priority (and that’s okay). This is the episode you send to every friend who keeps saying “I don’t have time” while they’re scrolling Instagram and ignoring their actual dream. In this episode, we discuss: What if your goal isn’t really your goal? How do you avoid burnout when you have no time? What are “internal time sucks” and how do you stop them? Can work-life balance exist or is integration the real solution? ⭐️Get our FREE Accomplishments Tracker: https://fabulous-butterfly-83716.myflodesk.com/n8yzvrtw9v  That Career Coach Want to know more about Kendal Berg, that career coach? Follow her on Instagram: @thatcareercoach_ Check out her courses on the website: https://thatcareercoach.net/  

Most people aren’t lazy—they’re just scared of being seen. Kendall Berg sits down with digital strategist and Slay the Gatekeeper founder Courtney Johnson to unravel the truth about personal branding in the age of LinkedIn, TikTok, and trolls. Spoiler alert: it’s not about going viral—it’s about getting honest. Courtney breaks down the emotional blocks that keep high achievers hiding their brilliance. From troll comments to visibility shame spirals, she gives us the cheat codes to show up online without losing our voice. Whether you’re in corporate or freelance, you’ll walk away rethinking what it means to be seen, trusted, and remembered. In this episode, we discuss: What’s the simplest way to grow on LinkedIn in 2025? How do I build a personal brand without sounding fake? Should I worry about negative comments on my content? How honest should I be when posting online? Do I need a personal brand if I’m not a creator?  

Kendall Berg reveals the 5 planning habits that keep her from losing it—while balancing a corporate tech role, coaching business, content creation, pageant prep, and parenting two kids. If your to-do list never ends but your energy does, these five systems will shift how you manage your time, reduce mental load, and finally build a week that works. Kendall breaks down how to simplify your goals, design a weekly routine that honors your brain, and make space for what actually matters—without burning out or dropping the ball. In this episode, we discuss: What are the 5 planning habits every working professional needs? How do you build a weekly system that saves you time and stress? What’s the best way to reduce mental load without dropping priorities? How can I balance work, family, and personal growth goals? What’s the difference between time blocking and day blocking? 👉 Grab the reMarkable Essentials Bundle on Amazon  https://amzn.to/4eY07r4   

Berg interviews Milam Miller, the former AS Roma exec known as the real-life Ted Lasso, about the leadership superpower most people misunderstand: charisma. Milam breaks down his modern framework for connection, communication, and rizz—the kind that helps you lead across cultures, industries, and personalities. Drawing from his new book, The Charisma Craft – A Modern Leadership Guide to Enhance Your “Rizz”, he shares the six leadership archetypes you’ll want to know, plus the acronym that will help you end workplace gossip like a pro. Whether you’re a rising leader, a high performer who keeps getting passed over, or someone trying to stay relevant in an AI-powered workplace—this conversation will change the way you think about presence, persuasion, and power. 🎯 In this episode, we discuss: What is charisma in leadership—and how do you build it authentically? What does “rizz” actually look like in the workplace? Can AI teach you how to be charismatic—or just what to say? How do you stop gossip without making it awkward? What are the six archetypes in The Charisma Craft? ⭐️Get our FREE Accomplishments Tracker: https://fabulous-butterfly-83716.myflodesk.com/n8yzvrtw9v  That Career Coach Want to know more about Kendal Berg, that career coach? Follow her on Instagram: @thatcareercoach_ Check out her courses on the website: https://thatcareercoach.net/ Build out the tools you need to navigate the corporate game: — Self Driven Mastermind   During his 15-year career in Sports & Entertainment, Milam Miller negotiated more than $100MM in commercial revenue. What was once a private mantra – “Be Confident and Kind” – is now a public movement to positively transform the way we lead in the future of work.  Following his love for professional training and human potential, Milam launched a sales reskilling  & upskilling practice called, Be Confident & Kind–a movement to build a human-powered future of work. His mission is to help leaders reduce internal team conflicts and increase external sales. He is advancing this mission through the release of his first book, The Charisma Craft–A Modern Leadership Guide to Enhance Your “Rizz”  Get Milam’s book The Charisma Craft: https://www.amazon.com/Charisma-Craft-Modern-Leadership-Enhance/dp/B0FF4YRM2F/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0 Website: https://beconfidentandkind.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milam-miller-bck/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/milam.miller/

What do you do when someone makes a condescending remark in front of your team—or worse, during a board meeting? In this episode, career coach Kendall Berg breaks down the exact language to use when you're belittled, talked over, or insulted at work. This non-confrontational tactic forces aggressors to repeat their words and publicly own their behavior—without you losing your composure or professional credibility. Using a real-life story from her early career, Kendall reveals how a VP’s inappropriate comment triggered swift organizational response—and how a different reaction could’ve changed everything. You’ll walk away with practical language to disarm toxic coworkers, shift the power in the room, and maintain your dignity in high-pressure corporate environments. Whether you’re dealing with credit thieves, snide remarks, or subtle digs, this video gives you a tactical play that actually works. ⭐️Get our FREE Accomplishments Tracker: https://fabulous-butterfly-83716.myflodesk.com/n8yzvrtw9v  That Career Coach Want to know more about Kendal Berg, that career coach? Follow her on Instagram: @thatcareercoach_ Check out her courses on the website: https://thatcareercoach.net/ Build out the tools you need to navigate the corporate game: — Self Driven Mastermind    

Hilary Hartling doesn’t believe in branding fluff—and after 15 years at Disney working on global campaigns for Pixar, Marvel, and DreamWorks, she’s earned the right to say so. In this episode, Kendall Berg sits down with Hilary to unpack what a personal brand really is (hint: it’s not your color palette). From corporate burnout to building an executive brand agency, Hilary’s story is a masterclass in career reinvention, thought leadership, and waking up excited. She breaks down the actual steps to brand clarity—from strengths mapping to using human design—and offers sharp advice for executives, entrepreneurs, and high performers stuck in a career that no longer fits. Whether you’re building a business or simply want more visibility at work, Hilary’s strategy-driven, slightly rebellious take on branding is the wake-up call you didn’t know you needed. 🔍 In this episode, we discuss: What is a personal brand and how do I build one? How do I know when it’s time to leave my job? What are the first steps to start a business after burnout? How can executives build a thought leadership brand? Why do most entrepreneurs waste time on the wrong branding? ⭐️ Get our FREE Accomplishments Tracker: https://fabulous-butterfly-83716.myflodesk.com/n8yzvrtw9v  That Career Coach Want to know more about Kendal Berg, that career coach? Follow her on Instagram: @thatcareercoach_ Check out her courses on the website: https://thatcareercoach.net/   Hilary Hartling is a Brand & Messaging Strategist who helps entrepreneurs turn their brilliance into captivating brands that connect and convert. Known for blending intuitive insight with strategic clarity, she’s also the Chief Brand Officer at Growth Mode, a thought leadership agency for executives and founders. Before launching her business, Hilary spent 15 years leading integrated marketing campaigns for global entertainment brands film releases at Disney, Pixar & Marvel. Website: https://hilaryhartling.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hilaryhartling/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hilaryhartling/

Toxic bosses are more common than you think—and Kendall Berg isn’t afraid to name names and break down the real strategies you need to survive them. From micromanagers who hover over every move to credit-stealers who take your wins and make them theirs, this episode of Secrets of the Career Game reveals what actually works when your manager is the biggest obstacle to your career growth. Kendall explains why emotional distance is the key to survival, how to proactively manage up, and what to do when your boss starts playing games with your reputation. Whether you're dealing with power-hungry leadership or just an insecure manager who’s in over their head, this episode gives you the insider blueprint for managing up, protecting your peace, and reclaiming your progress. In this episode, we discuss: What are the 4 toxic boss types and how do you spot them? How do you deal with a micromanager without losing your mind? What’s the best way to protect yourself from a credit-stealing manager? Can you really get promoted under a defensive boss? What should you say when your boss makes a derogatory comment? ⭐️Get our FREE Accomplishments Tracker: https://fabulous-butterfly-83716.myflodesk.com/n8yzvrtw9v  That Career Coach Want to know more about Kendal Berg, that career coach? Follow her on Instagram: @thatcareercoach_ Check out her courses on the website: https://thatcareercoach.net/ Build out the tools you need to navigate the corporate game: — Self Driven Mastermind  

Amanda Wolfe built a 300K+ community from her bedroom—but that’s not where her story starts. Growing up in poverty, with parents addicted to drugs, Amanda moved 12 times before sixth grade. She became the first person in her family to graduate college, only to discover that a salary alone wasn’t enough to build financial security. In this candid conversation, Amanda reveals how staying at her first job for 12 years became her biggest financial mistake, how she finally doubled her income, and why most people are financially stuck—even with “good jobs.” Kendall and Amanda break down why financial literacy is the real ABCs of adulthood, and how anyone can start building true financial freedom—without waiting for the perfect moment. They unpack the toxic comfort zones keeping people stuck, why obsessing over specific financial goals changes everything, and how to prepare financially before making a career pivot. Plus, Amanda shares the unfiltered truth about side hustles, social media income myths, and why most influencers don’t make real money from followers alone. In this episode, we discuss: What should you do if you feel financially behind in your 30s? How much should you really save in your emergency fund? Is it worth staying at a job just for comfort? How to overcome fear when changing jobs or negotiating salary? Do side hustles and social media actually make real money? ⭐️Get our FREE Accomplishments Tracker: https://fabulous-butterfly-83716.myflodesk.com/n8yzvrtw9v  That Career Coach Want to know more about Kendal Berg, that career coach? Follow her on Instagram: @thatcareercoach_ Check out her courses on the website: https://thatcareercoach.net/ Build out the tools you need to navigate the corporate game: — Self Driven Mastermind   Amanda Wolfe I’m a self-taught financial educator who has built a community of over 300,000+ people to increase financial literacy for all. I was born into extreme poverty, and despite it all, I’ve reached a point in my 30s where I could stop saving any money and still retire comfortably in my early 40s.I have partnered with multi-million dollar corporations, created multiple money management courses, am a regular contributor to BiggerPockets Money podcast, and founded SHEWOLFEOFWALLSTREET, a community where I help thousands of friends, families, and strangers create debt payoff strategies, budgets and invest so that they can achieve financial freedom. Website: shewolfeofwallstreet.com and our Instagram page.

Your words at work matter more than you think. If you’ve ever been told to "work on your communication" or felt unsure how to respond to vague feedback about being "too assertive"—this episode is for you. I’m breaking down 10 common workplace phrases that can quietly sabotage your professional image—and giving you smarter alternatives that build influence, show leadership, and help you play the corporate game strategically. We’re not here for passive-aggressive HR speak. We’re here to sound like leaders. In this episode, we discuss: What are the most common workplace phrases that hurt your career? How can you replace passive or defensive language with power language? What should Gen Z avoid saying to managers and teammates? How do you set boundaries without sounding difficult? Why is “how you say it” more important than “what you say”? ⭐️Get our FREE Accomplishments Tracker: https://fabulous-butterfly-83716.myflodesk.com/n8yzvrtw9v  That Career Coach Want to know more about Kendal Berg, that career coach? Follow her on Instagram: @thatcareercoach_ Check out her courses on the website: https://thatcareercoach.net/ Build out the tools you need to navigate the corporate game: — Self Driven Mastermind  

Kendall Berg pulls no punches in this conversation with certified life coach and communication expert Amy Green Smith. From the outside, high achievers seem like they have it all together—but beneath the promotions and packed calendars is a brewing identity crisis. Amy unpacks why burnout hits the most accomplished professionals the hardest—and how tying your self-worth to your performance is the fastest way to lose yourself. People-pleasing isn’t just a “nice girl” habit. According to Amy, it’s a survival strategy many of us learned as kids—and it’s still running the show in the boardroom. Together, Kendall and Amy break down how to recognize those self-sabotaging behaviors, communicate assertively without coming off like a jerk, and set boundaries that actually stick. Plus, Amy offers her go-to scripts and practical tips to help listeners reclaim their bandwidth and emotional space. In this episode, we discuss: How do I stop tying my identity to my job? What are signs that I’m a people-pleaser at work? How can I be assertive without being aggressive? What’s the right way to set boundaries in the workplace? How can high performers avoid burnout? ⭐️Get our FREE Accomplishments Tracker: https://fabulous-butterfly-83716.myflodesk.com/n8yzvrtw9v  That Career Coach Want to know more about Kendal Berg, that career coach? Follow her on Instagram: @thatcareercoach_ Check out her courses on the website: https://thatcareercoach.net/ Build out the tools you need to navigate the corporate game: — Self Driven Mastermind   Amy Green Smith is a certified and credentialed life coach and hypnotherapist, masterful speaker, and personal empowerment expert. Amy uses her roles as coach, writer, podcaster, and speaker to move individuals to a place of radical personal empowerment and self-worth.  With acute focus on helping people “find their voice”, she is highly sought after for her uncommon style of irreverence, wisdom, and humor and has been a featured expert in Inspired Coach Magazine and on Fox 5 San Diego.  website: https://amygreensmith.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heyamygreensmith  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heyamygreensmith/ 

The smallest move in your career could change everything. That’s the power of the butterfly effect—and it’s already at work whether you realize it or not. In this episode of Secrets of the Career Game, Kendall Berg unpacks how one tiny shift (a certification, a networking event, even a pause after a layoff) can ripple into massive career transformation. Drawing from real client stories and her own experience, Kendall challenges the panic-pivot and demotion route so many professionals take when facing burnout or job loss. Instead, she outlines the career strategy that actually works in 2025—and it has nothing to do with getting another degree or sending 50 applications a day. This is your sign to stop waiting for permission and start building momentum. The butterfly effect is already happening—make sure it’s working in your favor. In this episode, we discuss: Why doesn’t stepping down the corporate ladder fix burnout? How do you pivot careers after a layoff or toxic job? What’s the real ROI of an MBA in today’s market? How can I network effectively (without cold LinkedIn DMs)? ⭐️Get our FREE Accomplishments Tracker: https://fabulous-butterfly-83716.myflodesk.com/n8yzvrtw9v  That Career Coach Want to know more about Kendal Berg, that career coach? Follow her on Instagram: @thatcareercoach_ Check out her courses on the website: https://thatcareercoach.net/ Build out the tools you need to navigate the corporate game: — Self Driven Mastermind  

Kendall Berg doesn’t just coach careers—she rewrites the rules of corporate success. At her Tattered Cover book signing and live Q&A, she breaks down the unwritten rules no one teaches you: what leaders really say behind closed doors, how promotions actually happen, and why your job isn’t responsible for your growth—you are. With humor, vulnerability, and hard-won experience, Kendall shares the behind-the-scenes moments that shaped her new book Secrets of the Career Game. From mispronouncing “hierarchical” her entire career to being stuck at the same level for 6 years before earning 5 promotions in a row, this episode is equal parts masterclass and memoir. Whether you're wondering how to communicate your unique value, what’s keeping you stuck, or how to stop being emotionally wrecked by work—this is your wake-up call to treat your career like the business it is. 📚 Secrets of the Career Game is available now on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and everywhere books are sold. In this episode, we discuss: What are the biggest mistakes to avoid if you want to get promoted? How do I position myself for career growth without burning out? What does it really mean to be the CEO of your career? How can I stand out in performance reviews or job interviews? Why does workplace gossip sabotage high performers?  

The game is real—and most people are losing. In this final secret of Secrets of the Career Game, Kendall Berg breaks down the ultimate truth of corporate life: if you don’t understand how leadership shapes culture, you will keep getting blindsided. The real culture isn’t in the handbook—it’s in your manager’s behavior. This is the sixth and final episode in our special podcast mini-series. And the book? It’s officially out now. 🎧 Stream this final secret and pick up your copy of Secrets of the Career Game—available wherever books are sold. 📌 In this episode, we discuss: What determines company culture? How does leadership impact team dynamics? Why is your hiring manager more important than the company? What’s the danger of taking a job when you don’t vibe with the manager? Why is cultural alignment the most overlooked part of the interview?  

Natasha Cornstein didn’t set out to become a CEO—but when opportunity knocked, she was ready with a curious mind, a humble heart, and a killer red lip. In this episode, Kendall Berg sits down with the powerhouse behind Blushington to unpack how Natasha went from skeptic customer to transformational CEO of a brand redefining beauty for all. With zero experience in the beauty industry and no prior CEO role, Natasha reveals how she prepared for leadership by reading voraciously, staying radically open to feedback, and rejecting the idea of transactional networking. Her philosophy? “Your next hello can be your future.” From navigating a pandemic pivot to launching a franchise model centered on inclusivity, Natasha breaks down what bold-yet-introspective leadership looks like—and why most women underestimate the power of franchising. Whether you’re climbing the ladder, switching industries, or building from scratch, Natasha’s story is a reminder that resilience, curiosity, and relationships matter more than a perfect résumé. In this episode, we discuss: How can I transition into a leadership role with no industry experience? What’s the best way to network without feeling fake? How do I know when to pivot my business model? What does servant leadership really look like in practice? How can women get started in franchising? ⭐️Get our FREE Accomplishments Tracker: https://fabulous-butterfly-83716.myflodesk.com/n8yzvrtw9v  That Career Coach Want to know more about Kendal Berg, that career coach? Follow her on Instagram: @thatcareercoach_ Check out her courses on the website: https://thatcareercoach.net/ Build out the tools you need to navigate the corporate game: — Self Driven Mastermind   Learn More About Natasha  https://www.linkedin.com/in/natasha-cornstein-27317628/ 

Here’s the truth: managing and leading are not the same. And if you’re only doing one—you’re not getting promoted. In Secret #5 of Secrets of the Career Game, Kendall Berg breaks down the critical difference between management and leadership, and why so many professionals get stuck in middle management because they’ve mastered task execution but never learned how to create vision. Or vice versa. If you’ve ever wondered why you’re not getting tapped for bigger roles, this episode might be the reason. 🎧 Listen to this fifth installment of the 6-part mini-series leading up to the launch of Secrets of the Career Game—dropping May 13. 📘 Pre-order the book and email your receipt to thatcareercoach@gmail.com to unlock bonus resources, live Q&As, and Slack access. 📌 In this episode, we discuss: What’s the difference between managing and leading? Why do people get stuck in middle management? How do I show leadership if I’m not in a leadership role? What does it take to move from manager to director? Why do some managers never get promoted? ⭐️Get our FREE Accomplishments Tracker: https://fabulous-butterfly-83716.myflodesk.com/n8yzvrtw9v  That Career Coach Want to know more about Kendal Berg, that career coach? Follow her on Instagram: @thatcareercoach_ Check out her courses on the website: https://thatcareercoach.net/ Build out the tools you need to navigate the corporate game: — Self Driven Mastermind  

Burnout is everywhere—and I get why. We’ve wrapped our entire identity around our job titles, performance reviews, and LinkedIn headlines. I’ve been there. In this episode, I’m breaking down why so many of us are teetering on the edge of burnout and how I’ve learned (the hard way) to separate who I am from what I do. This isn’t your average career pep talk. I’m sharing how hobbies—yes, actual non-monetized hobbies—helped me reclaim my identity, prevent emotional exhaustion, and show up more powerfully at work and in life. From pageantry to paint-by-numbers to running a business on the side, I talk about why your post-5pm life matters just as much as your 9-to-5. Whether you're deep in the "lazy girl job" spiral or wondering how to pivot out of career-induced chaos, this one’s for you. 📚 In this episode, we discuss: What are signs your job has become your entire identity? How do I stop comparing my career to influencers online? Can hobbies actually help you get promoted? Why do high-achievers burn out faster? What are some good hobbies for people with high-stress jobs?