The Flourish Careers Podcast

This February, we’re doing something special—an entire month of interview episodes! 💌 In honor of a month celebrating relationships, love, and friendship, we’re going all in with weekly conversations that will uplift and inspire. Today, we’re exploring insights from the book Suddenly in Charge by Roberta Matuson. Get ready to master the art of managing your boss. Join us to discuss: The secret to influence—build trust and get what you need The power of managing up by creating partnerships and solving problems  Tips to navigate office politics with integrity and impact These are all the things I wish I had known earlier in my career! Tune in to take charge of your career, confidently manage relationships, and leave a lasting impact on your workplace.  🤝 Connect with Roberta  | Managing Up and Managing Down, Succeeding All Around  | Coaching Program Details     💛 Free Gift: Heart-Based Career Change Checklist 🌟 Stay in touch on LinkedIn | Instagram | Pinterest 🖋️For detailed show notes, visit the Flourish Careers Blog  

What if quitting your job wasn't about failure or giving up but about finishing one chapter and starting a better one? Leaving a role can feel heavy, especially with guilt, fear, or uncertainty holding you back. But here's the truth: quitting isn't giving up—it's an act of courage that honors your growth and opens the door to what lights you up. In this episode, we’ll cover: Why quitting isn’t giving up—it’s completing a chapter. A step-by-step guide to quit with grace and make your transition seamless. How to embrace joyful ambition and define success on your terms. The Flourish Careers Podcast is proudly highlighted in the Top Career Podcast Guide 🎧 Related Episodes: Part 1: Redefine Career Growth   Part 2: Rethinking Goal Setting With Grace-Filled Intentions The Fresh Start Effect: A Guide to Reinvigorating Your Career Path 🌟 Feeling stuck or burned out? Fried to Flourishing offers self-paced and group coaching to help you gain clarity, set goals, refresh your resume and LinkedIn, modernize your job search, and prepare for interviews and negotiations. Enter code PODCAST for $50 off. Let's get started! 💛 Free Gift: Resignation Toolkit: How To Quit Your Job and Flourish in Your Next Role 🌟 Let's work together to craft your HEART-based career path or propel your team's professional development 💛 Stay in touch on LinkedIn | Instagram | Pinterest 🖋️For detailed show notes, visit the Flourish Careers Blog Please note that I value confidentiality. In cases where real-life experiences are recounted, names may be changed, or stories are shared with direct permission from those involved.    

It’s time to rethink how we approach goal setting. Instead of rigid, all-or-nothing goals, let’s embrace a more flexible and values-driven approach: set intentions. Many of us struggle with the pressure to meet strict goals while navigating life’s unpredictable twists. This is your invitation to realign with a goal-setting method rooted in purpose, grace, and adaptability. Tune in for all the details! Let’s make this year one of intention and joyful ambition where we move forward with purpose. 🌟 Feeling stuck or burned out? Fried to Flourishing offers self-paced and group coaching. I'll help you gain clarity, refresh your resume and LinkedIn, modernize your job search, and prepare for interviews and negotiations. Enter code PODCAST for $50 off.   🎧 Related Episodes: Part 1: Redefine Career Growth With The Snoop Dogg Approach The Fresh Start Effect: A Guide to Reinvigorating Your Career Path HEART-Based Goal Setting  How To Activate The Power Of Tiny Actions For Big Results 💛 Free Gift: Heart-Based Career Change Checklist 🌟 Stay in touch on LinkedIn | Instagram | Pinterest 💛 The Flourish Careers Podcast is proudly highlighted in the Top Career Podcast Guide 🖋️For detailed show notes, visit the Flourish Careers Blog Please note that I value confidentiality. In cases where real-life experiences are recounted, names may be changed, or stories are shared with direct permission from those involved.  

Welcome back to The Flourish Careers Podcast! Season 7 is here, and we’re kicking things off with a bang—a three-part series designed to help you set the foundation for a vibrant year ahead.  What if your career wasn’t about climbing a ladder but collecting meaningful experiences aligning with your values? That’s the idea we’re exploring in today’s episode—an idea that completely changed my perspective years ago when a mentor asked me a significant question: “What kind of experiences do you want to gain?” And because inspiration can come from anywhere, we’re drawing lessons from the one and only Snoop Dogg! From rapper to entrepreneur, cookbook author to TV personality, Snoop’s career proves that success isn’t about rigid plans—it’s about saying yes to opportunities that spark excitement. Join me in redefining growth and starting this year with purpose. 🌟Feeling stuck or burned out? Fried to Flourishing offers self-paced and group coaching. I'll help you gain clarity, refresh your resume and LinkedIn, modernize your job search, and prepare for interviews and negotiations. Enter code PODCAST for $50 off. Let’s get started! 🎧 Related Episodes: Harnessing the Power of Transferable Skills for Professional Excellence 💛 Free Gift: Professional Brand Blueprint 🌟 Stay in touch LinkedIn | Instagram | Pinterest 🖋️For detailed show notes, visit the Flourish Careers Blog The Flourish Careers Podcast is proudly highlighted in the Top Career Podcast Guide Please note that I value confidentiality. In cases where real-life experiences are recounted, names may be changed, or stories are shared with direct permission from those involved.  

Ever wonder how to bring up time off during a job interview? In this Season 6 finale, we’re diving into the often-tricky topic of discussing time off with potential employers. Join me in exploring why rest is crucial and how to approach conversations around vacation confidently. Let's discuss: Pro tips for bringing up a vacation in an interview without disrupting the vibe. The reality vs. culture of vacation days and unlimited PTO—why these benefits often go unused. Practical ways to incorporate rest into your daily routine, boosting well-being and productivity. As we wrap up Season 6, I’m taking my advice and resting through the holidays. I’ll return in January to start Season 7 with fresh insights + ideas. 🌟   The Flourish Careers Podcast is proudly highlighted in the Top Career Podcast Guide 💛 Free Gift: Interview Essentials Toolkit 🌟 Feeling stuck or burned out? Fried to Flourishing offers self-paced and group coaching. I'll help you gain clarity, refresh your resume and LinkedIn, modernize your job search, and prepare for interviews and negotiations. Enter code PODCAST for $50 off. Let’s get started! 💛 Stay in touch! LinkedIn | Instagram | Pinterest 🖋️For detailed show notes, visit the Flourish Careers Blog Please note that I value confidentiality. In cases where real-life experiences are recounted, names may be changed, or stories are shared with direct permission from those involved.    

Have you ever noticed someone who lights up the whole room? Their confidence seems effortless, like maybe they’re “just born with it.” But the truth? Confidence is built—choice by choice, from the inside out. In today’s episode, Rachel Brooks shares what really goes into creating a confident, heart-based career and lifestyle. Spoiler alert! It isn’t about trying to please, perform, or perfect. It’s built through authentic experiences and letting go of external pressures.   Join us for relatable stories on building confidence and creating a career you love—one intentional move at a time. 🤝 Connect with Rachel: Website | Jenn and Rachel on The Confident Woman Podcast | Book, Chasing Perfection  The Flourish Careers Podcast is proudly highlighted in the Top Career Podcast Guide 2024 💛 Free Gift: Heart-Based Career Change Checklist 🌟 Let's work together to craft your HEART-based career path or propel your team's talent strategy 💛 Stay in touch! LinkedIn | Instagram | Pinterest 🖋️For detailed show notes, visit the Flourish Careers Blog Please note that I value confidentiality. In cases where real-life experiences are recounted, names may be changed, or stories are shared with direct permission from those involved.  

As we move through the end of the year, join me in saying goodbye to rigid reviews and resolutions! Let's make our year-end reflection meaningful with a heart-centered approach: 🌟 Start with gratitude. Reflect on your wins and those who've supported you—science shows it boosts motivation and achievement! 🌟 Leave traditional resolutions behind and set HEART-based intentions. This approach inspires attainable goals centered on both achievement and personal growth. 🌟 Select a word or phrase to ground your intentions all year long. Whether it’s "play" or "focus," a guiding word serves as a decision-making anchor, helping you stay aligned with your purpose. Join me in stepping into the new season with reflection, gratitude, and HEART ♥ The Flourish Careers Podcast is proudly highlighted in the Top Career Podcast Guide 2024 💛 Fireside focus playlist  🌟 Let's work together to craft your HEART-based career path or propel your team's talent strategy 💛 Stay in touch! LinkedIn | Instagram | Pinterest 🖋️For detailed show notes, visit the Flourish Careers Blog Please note that I value confidentiality. In cases where real-life experiences are recounted, names may be changed, or stories are shared with direct permission from those involved.  

Welcome to the world of portfolio careers—I love this exciting and flexible approach to work. Whether you’re feeling stagnant in your current role, exploring new interests, or seeking more flexibility, a portfolio career allows you to balance multiple roles and income streams, creating a fulfilling and resilient professional life. Join me to explore: What a portfolio career is and how it works. Who benefits most from this dynamic career path. Practical steps to start cultivating your portfolio career. If you're ready to diversify your work life and explore a career path that offers flexibility, creative fulfillment, and financial security, this episode is for you.🌱 The Flourish Careers Podcast is proudly highlighted in the Top Career Podcast Guide 2024 🌟 Related Episode: The Art of Portfolio Pursuits featuring Cassie Spencer 💛 Free Gift: Heart-Based Career Change Checklist 🌟 Schedule a 30-Munite Career Talk  💛 Stay in touch! LinkedIn | Instagram | Pinterest 🖋️For detailed show notes, visit the Flourish Careers Blog Please note that I value confidentiality. In cases where real-life experiences are recounted, names may be changed, or stories are shared with direct permission from those involved.  

What if the toughest moments in your career were the very foundation of your confidence? Today, Jen Pestikas shares her unfiltered story of resilience—how stepping into discomfort shaped her confidence and leadership. She recounts the profound impact of losing a close colleague, an experience that tested her strength and reshaped her approach to leadership and life. Jen doesn’t sugarcoat it—careers are challenging, and real growth demands embracing the messy parts. Real talk highlights: 🌟 Confidence is built when you step up, even when unprepared 🌟 Real growth is messy—embrace it 🌟 Moving on is necessary for heart-based career development Jen’s journey shows that embracing the tough parts can lead to extraordinary personal and professional growth. 🤝 Connect with Jen: Website—Brave Women at Work | Podcast—Brave Women at Work | Thrive in 25 Conference | CLIMB Conferences & Brave Women at Work Breaking Barriers Retreat The Flourish Careers Podcast is proudly highlighted in the Top Career Podcast Guide 2024 💛 Free Gift: Heart-Based Career Change Checklist 🌟 Let's work together to craft your HEART-based career path or propel your team's talent strategy 🖋️For detailed show notes, visit the Flourish Careers Blog Please note that I value confidentiality. In cases where real-life experiences are recounted, names may be changed, or stories are shared with direct permission from those involved.  

Welcome back! This week, we explore the often-overlooked strategy of the bridge job. Whether you're feeling stuck, burnt out, or considering a career pivot, a bridge job offers financial stability, mental clarity, and skill-building opportunities to help you transition toward your long-term career goals. Bridge Jobs as Stepping Stones: Temporary roles that support career transitions, providing stability and space to plan your next move. Who Benefits: Ideal for career changers, burnt-out professionals, and those re-entering the workforce. Beyond the Paycheck: Bridge jobs offer emotional and professional growth, helping you stay grounded and build new skills.  Could a bridge job be the strategic move you need? Tune in to learn more.   The Flourish Careers Podcast is proudly highlighted in the Top Career Podcast Guide 2024 💛 Free Gift: Heart-Based Career Change Checklist 🌟 Let's work together to craft your HEART-based career path or propel your team's talent strategy 💛 Stay in touch! LinkedIn | Instagram | Pinterest 🖋️For detailed show notes, visit the Flourish Careers Blog Please note that I value confidentiality. In cases where real-life experiences are recounted, names may be changed, or stories are shared with direct permission from those involved.  

🎉 It’s the 100th episode of the Flourish Careers Podcast! With 100 complete episodes (not including the trailer and bonus episodes), we’ve covered a lot of ground together. I’m beyond excited to celebrate this milestone with you—right in time for Halloween week, a season filled with enchantment and endless possibilities.  In the spirit of magic, we’re diving into the Spell of the Three C’s—a powerful trio to boost Confidence, gain Clarity, and build Connections. Whether you’re feeling uncertain or stuck, this is your guide to overcoming common career challenges—with a touch of magic. 🎁 A spellbinding surprise for you! Be among the first three listeners to leave a 5-star review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts, and you'll receive a free 30-minute career talk! ✨ Share what you love or find most helpful, screenshot your review before submitting, and send it my way via email or tag me on social by November 15, 2024.  To this fabulous community—your dreams matter, your growth inspires me, and I couldn’t be more grateful to have you here, tuning in every week. Thank you.♥ 🌟 Feeling stuck or burned out? Fried to Flourishing Career Change Framework offers self-paced and group coaching to help you gain clarity, set goals, refresh your resume and LinkedIn, modernize your job search, and prepare for interviews and negotiations. Let’s get started! The Flourish Careers Podcast is proudly highlighted in the Top Career Podcast Guide 💛 Free Gift: Heart-Based Career Change Checklist 🌟 Stay in touch! LinkedIn | Instagram | Pinterest 🖋️For detailed show notes, visit the Flourish Careers Blog Please note that I value confidentiality. In cases where real-life experiences are recounted, names may be changed, or stories are shared with direct permission from those involved.  

🌟 You know that moment when you think you've arrived—landed that secure role, overcome all the challenges, and finally feel confident? Patricia Ortega was there, too. But then she leaped and started her own business, realizing it was an entirely new path. In this episode, Patricia takes us behind the scenes of her heart-based career transition, sharing the highs and lows, the mindset shifts, and the learning curves she faced along the way. It’s a candid and inspiring conversation that feels like catching up with a friend over coffee. ☕️ Whether you’re contemplating a big change or simply curious about building something from scratch, Patricia’s story will inspire you to take that leap of faith. 🎧✨ 🤝  Connect with Patricia: Patricia's Podcast The Uncommon Career  |  LinkedIn  |  Freebie  The Flourish Careers Podcast is proudly highlighted in the Top Career Podcast Guide 2024 💛 Free Gift: Heart-Based Career Change Checklist 🌟 Let's work together to craft your HEART-based career path or propel your team's talent strategy 🖋️For detailed show notes, visit the Flourish Careers Blog Please note that I value confidentiality. In cases where real-life experiences are recounted, names may be changed, or stories are shared with direct permission from those involved.  

Have you ever started a project that excites you, only to find yourself constantly putting it off? 🙋‍♀️ That was me last year. I dove into a completely new venture, full of enthusiasm, but every time I set a day to begin, life had other plans. Emails, meetings, and smaller tasks conspired against me, pushing my new project to the back burner. Weeks passed, and what started as excitement turned into frustration as I watched my deadlines whizz by, untouched. It wasn't until I reached out for help that I realized I'd fallen deep into the procrastination pit. Once I recognized what was happening, I finally broke the cycle—and now that I'm in it, the project is so much fun! (It's still a secret for now, but stay tuned for more soon!) If that sounds familiar, tune in to tackle procrastination head-on in the final part of the "Letting Go" series.  The Flourish Careers Podcast is proudly highlighted in the Top Career Podcast Guide 2024 💛 Free Gift: Heart-Based Career Change Checklist 🌟 Let's work together to craft your HEART-based career path or propel your company's talent strategy 🖋️For detailed show notes, visit the Flourish Careers Blog Please note that I value confidentiality. In cases where real-life experiences are recounted, names may be changed, or stories are shared with direct permission from those involved.  

💬 Have you ever felt exhausted trying to make everyone happy, only to end up drained and unappreciated? Or maybe you find yourself saying "yes" when you really wanted to say "no?" Today, we're exploring a challenge many heart-based professionals face: the people-pleasing trap. Learn how to stop putting everyone else first and still show up with heart.  This episode is all about letting go of the unnecessary burden of people-pleasing. Being kind to yourself and recognizing your progress will open the door to a more fulfilling and authentic path. The Flourish Careers Podcast is proudly highlighted in the Top Career Podcast Guide 2024 🎧 Related Episodes: Part 1 Letting Go of Perfectionism | The Power of Saying No in Your Career   💛 Free Gift: Heart-Based Career Change Checklist 🌟 Let's work together to craft your HEART-based career path or propel your company's talent strategy 🖋️For detailed show notes, visit the Flourish Careers Blog Please note that I value confidentiality. In cases where real-life experiences are recounted, names may be changed, or stories are shared with direct permission from those involved.  

As the air turns crisp and leaves fall in Western New York, I'm inspired to let go of what no longer serves me. 🍂 Join me as I kick off a three-part series on letting go, starting with the relentless pursuit of perfection. We will talk about:  The roots of perfectionism and how recognizing it can support you in moving forward I'll share personal stories highlighting perfectionism's drawbacks  Practical guidance, including setting intentions for progress, using drafts to ease the pressure, and breaking tasks into manageable steps  This episode is a reminder that letting go of perfectionism isn't about lowering standards—it's about embracing a healthier, more fulfilling approach to work and life. 🌟 The Flourish Careers Podcast is proudly highlighted in the Top Career Podcast Guide 2024 💛 Free Gift: Heart-Based Career Change Checklist 🌟 Let's work together to craft your HEART-based career path or propel your company's talent strategy 🖋️For detailed show notes, visit the Flourish Careers Blog Please note that I value confidentiality. In cases where real-life experiences are recounted, names may be changed, or stories are shared with direct permission from those involved.