The Career Adulting Podcast

Time to get your career on track! You'll get career advice and answers to questions on how to find a new job, get a promotion, make more money, and other strategies to optimize your career and life.

The YEAR END Wrap Up Episode for 2023

Carlo and Lindsay wrap of the crazy, wacky career year world of what was 2023. Where we are heading career-wise and tips and tricks on where to focus in the new year..

01-03
27:04

Creating the Perfect Resume for 2024

In this episode, Carlo discusses how to optimize your resume for the position that you are seeking. How to create AN IMPACTFUL RESUME that could increase opportunities for you.

12-23
32:21

Do You Take the Money or the "Dream" Job

In this episode of the Career Adulting Podcast, Carlo discusses what you should think about when your choice is to accept either the Job of your dreams or taking the job that will pay more.     

11-22
22:46

What to Say In An Interview If You Were Fired or Laid Off/ One Tip to Speed Up Your Job Search

In this episode, Carlo discussed how to handle the "why did you leave your last job" question if you were fired or laid off so you are not defensive and can focus on your skills and what you bring. Also, he gives you ONE tip to speed up your job search and get to offer stage faster!

10-31
22:49

How to Eliminate Your Biggest Career Fears

In this episode of the Career Adulting Podcast Carlo and Lindsey talk about the fears that keep us from moving forward in our careers. How can we identify what those fears are and create a plan to move forward ... Support us on Patreon! The Career Adulting Podcast Thank you..

10-10
33:30

Schmoozing in the Age of Anti-Schmoozing

Studies say that if you schmooze with the boss you are more likely to get promoted and recognition. The problem is, people just aren't doing the social stuff they used to do prior to the pandemic.  In this podcast Carlo and Lindsey talk about the death of schmoozing at work, the reasons why this is happening and what you can do to make sure that you are properly schmoozing during work time. 

09-26
29:11

How to Deliver Compelling Interview PRESENTATIONS

In this episode, Carlo talks about how to structure your interview presentation in such a way so that you deliver a presentation in an interview that is compelling, focused, and engaging to the point where the company will have NO CHOICE but to hire you.  Reach out and say hi! careeradulting@gmail.com   Support Us on Patreon.com.    

08-25
33:25

How to Ask for a Raise in 2023

In this episode, Carlo and Lindsey discuss how to best prepare yourself to approach your manageR and ask for a raise. What type of preparation do you need to do, what data should you be examining, and what to do in case someone says "No" to you or "Yes, but not now..." Support Us on Patreon.com Email us at careeradulting@gmail.com   THANK YOU ALL FOR YOUR SUPPORT  

07-26
31:55

Lessons from Taylor Swift Business Success to Help You Succeed In Your Career

In this episode, Carlo and Lindsey discuss lessons we can learn from the incredible success of singer, songwriter, performer, business woman Taylor Swift.  Is it possible to follow in her footsteps and forge a path to success in your own career using some of her business principles and strategies? We think so... Support us on Patreon.com 

07-11
31:52

Are You Burnt Out? How to Tell and How to Get Out of It Fast....

In this episode, Lindsey and Carlo discuss the effects of burnout. Hoe to recognize if you are in Burnout phase and some action you can take to break the burnout cycle and continue moving forward in your career.    Support Us on Patreon. Patreon.com Search on the Career Adulting Podcast. Thank you. 

06-02
25:25

How to Thrive After Being Rejected For A Promotion

In this episode, Carlo discusses why we feel the way we do when we are "rejected" for a new job or a promotional opportunity in your company, or another company. And, the steps you can take to get moving forward again quickly.  Support Us On Patreon! Thank you.. www.patreon.com Search Career Adulting Podcast

05-15
29:12

How to Change Your Image at Work

Does your manager still view you as an intern, or hourly wage office secretary, meanwhile you're ready for a managerial position? Is this holding you back from getting recognition for your contributions at work and pay increases? In this podcast, Carlo and Lindsey discuss things that you can start doing today to change your image at work so that you can get noticed.    Carlo's Web Page    

04-20
34:31

How To Handle Toxic Co-Workers

In this episode, Carlo and Lindsey talk about what makes a person toxic in the office, and how to recognize and deal with them. Of course, neither of us have ever worked with a toxic person or persons, but we know people who have... 

03-31
36:06

Ghost Job Ads and How To Avoid Them

In this quick episode, Carlo discusses fake job ads, why they exist, how to determine if they are fake and some techniques to blast through the fake ads and find out which one's are the real deal..

03-22
16:56

5 Ways to Make Yourself More Valuable in Your Company

In this episode, Carlo and Lindsey talk about how to take practical action in your job to increase your value to your company and set yourself up for more pay. 

03-08
29:15

Should You Always Say YES to ADDITIONAL Work Responsibility...even if it's "Only Temporary"

So your boss, or another leader has asked you take on additional responsibilities at work, or to take a completely different job "temporarily". Should you immediately say yes, so they will like you and you will feel accepted, or perhaps, ask a few questions to find out more about this "temporary role"? Listen and find out.    Patreon: the career adulting podcast

02-16
29:50

How to Brag About Yourself at Work and Not Feel Slimy

In this episode, Carlo talks about why we feel uncomfortable bragging about ourselves and why it is your responsibility to do so  - for yourself as well as for people around you.    Support on Patreon: https://patreon.com/careeradultingpodcast?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=join_link

01-31
22:41

How Competitive Was Your Last Pay Increase; Non-Compete Agreements: How to Be Happier In Your Current Job Just a Little Longer

In this episode, Carlo discusses how to objectively evaluate your latest salary increase (if you received one), where do you fall on the scale. Why non-compete agreements are back in the news and how they keep salaries artificially lower and lastly, if you are looking for a new job in 2023, but need to stay in your current job just a little longer while you search, some tricks to keep you sane. 

01-10
31:32

Evaluating Your Career Year

In this episode, Carlo takes you through ten questions that you need to ask yourself to evaluate your success in your career this year. Whether you're on the right track or maybe it's time to make a change happen. 

12-21
30:45

Working For a Female Boss: Is This an Issue ?

80% of people indicate they they would prefer to work for a male boss as opposed to a Female boss. In this podcast Carlo has some thoughts around this phenomenon and what you can do if you find yourself in the 80%, but you have a female boss.  A sensitive topic for sure. Enjoy! 

11-29
25:56

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