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Are you a recent college graduate struggling to find employment? Join host Ernie as he dives into the challenges faced by new grads in their job search. In this engaging episode, Ernie is joined by a panel of industry experts, including executive coach Ali Glaser, global communications expert Melissa Kahan, holistic career advisor Shannon O'Brien, and leadership coach Jim Willenbring. The guest of honor is Erin Rapoza, a recent college graduate, who shares their journey and aspirations after graduation. Discover valuable insights and actionable advice for navigating the job market as a new graduate. The panel discusses the significance of self-awareness, building meaningful relationships, and achieving a healthy work-life balance. They emphasize the importance of internships and volunteering as effective ways to gain experience and make connections. With an emphasis on remaining open-minded, the guests encourage Erin to explore diverse industries and career paths. The panel addresses common concerns such as the pressure to find a job in one's field of study and debunks the misconception that a master's degree is essential for employment. They offer practical strategies, including leveraging professional networks on platforms like LinkedIn and establishing oneself as a thought leader through content creation. In addition, the conversation delves into the significance of mental fitness, self-care, and effective time and energy management during the job search process. The guests provide support and reassurance by sharing their personal experiences and overcoming challenges. Don't miss out on this insightful episode of the justle podcast packed with valuable advice for new graduates navigating the job market. Gain crucial insights into self-awareness, networking, and perseverance to kickstart your career with confidence.

Juli Okal, founder of The Shift Matters, shares her expertise in career transitions with Ernie on the Justle Podcast. Juli discusses her newly launched ebook, "New Territory," which provides a practical framework for job seekers to create a compelling market presence. She emphasizes the importance of understanding one's audience, positioning oneself effectively, and adopting a marketing mindset during the job search process. Juli also shares personal anecdotes and insights, emphasizing the significance of networking, building an online brand, and seeking support throughout the job search journey. Don't miss this episode that aims to demystify and normalize the job search process, empowering individuals to find their next big opportunity efficiently and with joy.

In this exciting episode of the Justle Podcast, we dive deep into the fascinating world of identity, reputation, and personal brand building during a job search. Join us as we explore the challenges of navigating the online community and sharing your story while maintaining a sense of self separate from your profession. Our knowledgeable guests, Ernie Rapoza, Jim Willenbring, CPCC, PCC, Melissa Kahan, and Ted Tuerk, CPCC, ACC, bring their expertise to the table as they discuss the crucial distinctions between Brand and Reputation. Discover the thought-provoking insights on how what you think you're projecting may differ from how others perceive you. But that's not all! We also delve into the concept of a personal mission statement—a guiding force that reveals what truly drives you and sets you apart from the crowd. Uncover the big 'thing' you aspire to bring to the world, making you authentically and uniquely you. Whether you're a seasoned job seeker or just starting out, this episode is a goldmine of wisdom and inspiration. Ernie, Jim, Melissa, and Ted share their powerful personal stories and provide invaluable guidance to help you navigate the realms of identity, brand, reputation, and personal mission statement. Get ready to embark on a transformative journey as you kickstart your job search with a fresh perspective. Tune in now to gain powerful insights and elevate your job search game! 🔥

In this episode, we'll be discussing Les Medley's job search journey. Les is a job seeker who has recently undergone a career change and has decided to venture into the non-profit world. Joining him in this conversation are Ernie Rapoza, Ilyse Greenberg, and Ali Glaser, who are all experienced coaches in their respective fields.   The coaches offer their insights and guidance to help Les navigate his job search journey. They also share their own experiences and offer practical tips and strategies on how to overcome self-doubt and frustration during the job search process. They emphasize the importance of staying focused on one's goals and maintaining a positive attitude.   This episode is a must-listen for anyone who is currently undergoing a career change or considering switching careers. It offers valuable insights and guidance on how to navigate the job search journey and find a career that is purpose-driven and fulfilling.   So sit back, relax, and join us for this insightful conversation with Les Medley, Ernie Rapoza, Ilyse Greenberg, and Ali Glaser.

Kelly Meadows is the CEO of Glow Talent Consulting, which helps organizations modernize their hiring process. She has a background in technology staffing, where she helped companies grow their recruiting and sales teams. Recently, she launched a job board called Open2Work, which is free to job seekers and helps recently separated employees get back into the job market. The website offers additional tools and tricks for job seekers to use on the website.    This episode also discusses the unemployment rate, small businesses' role in net job growth, and tips for job seekers to tell their story to land a job that sparks joy.   Kelly is aiming to help people with their job search and to reinvent the process of building job descriptions, getting people interested in a company, and advertising jobs.   Check out the site here : Open2Work

Virginia Franco is a multi-certified Executive Resume and LinkedIn Writer, Coach and Storyteller, whose documents have helped clients around the globe tell their stories and test the job search waters – often for the first time in years or after deciding to make a career change – in record time.  Virginia shared her insights on the Justle podcast and discussed strategies for creating a resume and cover letter that makes a job seeker stand out from the crowd.  Ernie and Virginia had a lively discussion about creating impactful headlines, writing in a way that focuses attention on the content that matters, and using cover letters to craft your "origin story".    Hiring managers and recruiters only look at resumes for a handful of seconds.  Virginia shares great approaches to make those seconds count!   Visit Virginia's website at www.VirginiaFrancoResumes.com

In this podcast episode, Kate Lewis, the founder of Connection Consulting Partners and co-founder of Recruit Hers, is interviewed by Ernie Rapoza. Kate has spent the last 15 years in recruiting and IT consulting services and believes that recruiting is a relationship business, not just a transaction. She focuses on helping people discover their talents and find better career opportunities. Recently, Kate launched Recruit Hers, an online, on-demand training program to help women interested in exploring a new career in recruiting. The program is designed to provide women with the freedom and flexibility they desire and is intended to help them determine if recruiting is the right career path for them. Kate also mentions that the overall recruiting industry is doing well, despite concerns about an upcoming recession.

In this episode of the justle podcast, host Ernie Rapoza, Ali Glaser, and Karen Amatangelo-Block discuss books and podcasts they are currently reading and listening to. Karen mentions a book called "The Way of Integrity" by Martha Beck, which she found particularly relatable for people in a place of transition. The book is a workbook-style guide on finding meaning and purpose in one's life, based on Dante's Inferno. Karen also talks about how the book addresses the idea of quieting one's inner critic and finding true alignment with one's self, rather than external validation or rewards. The group also discuss the practical aspects of job searching and how it can be difficult to find a job that aligns with one's values and happiness.

Job loss can be a difficult and stressful experience, but it doesn't have to be a hopeless one. In this podcast episode, Ernie is joined by Dr. Karen Willenbring, an integrative medical physician and expert in addressing stress and burnout in healthcare workers, shares valuable insights and strategies for coping with job loss. Integrative Medicine is an innovative and holistic approach to healthcare that focuses on treating the whole person and addressing all factors that impact health. Karen's expertise in this field, coupled with her specialized focus on healthcare worker wellness, makes her the perfect guide for navigating the challenges of job loss. Don't let job loss define you, take control of your health and well-being with the guidance of an expert like Karen Willenbring. Listen to this podcast episode now and start on the path towards healing and resilience.   To learn more about Integrative Medicine go to On Point Integrative Medicine.

Dan and Ernie look back at season one of the podcast, with special guest MC Scott Cray, and discuss the personal journey they've had with justle. They discuss what the show has done, and where it may go in season two.

The Justle panel discussed the new trend of "quiet quitting", some of the root causes, and how employees and employers can recognize and respond to this phenomena.     Our panel of coaches bring their expertise to this conversation and share great insights to help address the engagement challenge cropping up across all job sectors.    We also discussed burnout and setting boundaries in work and life to preserve our health and state of mind!     To chat directly with our panelists reach out to them here:   Ali Glaser  Ted Tuerk Jim Willenbring  Karen Willenbring 

Katie McManus talks about her journey to becoming a coach and how she helps her clients get started down there path.   Key guidelines: ✦  Get out of overwhelm.   ✦  Start your business.   ✦  Stop letting the "I don't know hows" hold you up. I teach the how and coach you through making it your own authentic strategy.  ✦  Find the confidence to actually start a business that supports your lifestyle- not a hobby that makes you some extra dollars each month.  ✦  Own your voice, your secret sauce, the things that make you weird!   Check out everything she has to offer here: https://linktr.ee/thekatiemcmanus

Shannon O'Brien, Founder of Whole U. and Ernie have an enlightening conversation about her process for defining your skills, and what you truly want from a career - (which is the foundation of building a great resume and social presence!)     Shannon  founded Whole U. Career & Life Strategy in 2012, after working 7 years at Harvard and MIT, where she advised both graduate and undergraduate students. Previous to working in Higher Education, Shannon earned two Master's degrees: An M.A. as a Rotary World Peace Fellow in Tokyo, Japan; and an Ed.M. in Technology, Innovation & Education from Harvard University.    Before finding career alignment as an entrepreneur, Shannon was laid off from her job in 2008. It took a year and a half to secure a new job...sending countless job applications, preparing for interviews, and networking relentlessly. Shannon now helps clients bypass the job search frustrations she experienced herself, in order to find the clarity, confidence, and connections to pursue their life's work and live a balanced, purposeful life.   As a top-ranked career/life coach, she is truly invested in the growth and success of Whole U. students. Her acclaimed career programs have helped career seekers of all industries, from over 25 countries. Born in the U.S., she grew up 10 years in Europe and has traveled to 36 countries (including 6 countries in the Middle East, which was the regional focus for her graduate studies). Shannon continues to open her mind to new people, cultures - and most importantly: What is inherent in each of us.    Episode Links :   Whole U Alan Watts  Double U Pops 

Dan and Ernie had a great panel discussion with our coaching friends Ali Glaser, Ilyse Greenberg, Ted Tuerk, and Jim Willenbring as we discussed Imposter syndrome and how that can hold people back in their careers and their job search.     We explored multiple strategies to minimize negative self talk, focus on your strengths, and leverage facts rather than saboteurs when assessing roles.  Contact information : Ilyse Greenberg Coaching Ali Glaser Executive Performance Vojo Ventures The Bailey Group Items discussed on the podcast: The Authenticity Paradox Stop Telling Women They Have Imposter Syndrome Reach - A New Strategy to Help You Step Outside Your Comfort Zone, Rise to the Challenge and Build Confidence : Andy Molinsky Positive Intelligence: Why Only 20% of Teams and Individuals Achieve Their True Potential and How You Can Achieve Yours : Shirzad Charmine Enneagram Institute

Ilyse Greenberg is a professional leadership & career-transition coach focused on empowering people to define and reach their goals.  Ilyse uses Gallup CliftonStrengths® as a platform and structured Co-Active Training® coaching tools to work with clients to understand and use their unique combination of natural talents to develop as leaders and choose fulfilling pursuits. Prior to coaching, Ilyse was a marketing leader with 20+ years of strategy & execution experience where she helped companies, products, and brands launch and reach their market potential. Ilyse brings her branding background, and similar principles, to help clients uncover their own positioning, make decisions with confidence, and develop their story to find a path that fits with their unique combination of strengths and what impact they hope to have.   Contact Ilyse at https://www.ilysegreenbergcoaching.com

Our first panel discussion where Dan and Ernie discuss the topic of toxic workplaces with our coaching friends Ali Glaser, Ilyse Greenberg, and Natalie Skvortsova. We explore ways for jobseekers to spot and avoid toxic cultures and to ensure that candidates are being true to their core values when they accept that next role. We also discussed strategies for employees already navigating within a toxic environment to improve their situation through communication, coaching, and other support networks.

 Ted Tuerk is a business coach and strategist.  He specializes in helping small business owners uncover hidden profits and reconnect to the ‘why’ they started their business

Jim Willenbring is a strategy & business consultant and leadership coach who focuses on healthcare, medical device, strategy, leadership development, and life/career coaching. With over 30 years of medical device leadership experience and almost 10 years of executive and life coaching, Jim is an excellent strategy partner, coach, and facilitator who grounds his work in deep, customer-focused insights, innovative yet practical strategy, and an approach where people develop as well as get things done.   Contact Jim at jim@willenbringconsulting.com

Ali Glaser is an executive performance coach, a senior leader in the non-profit sector, a professor of human behavior, a dynamic trainer and facilitator, and an author.  With more than 20 years of success leading teams and organizations,  Ali brings a level of energy, passion, confidence, and skill to her coaching, training and consulting that inspires action, personal and professional growth, and transformation among her clients.  An expert in human behavior, she utilizes her extensive knowledge and training in the Enneagram and Positive Intelligence (PQ) to help her clients deepen their self-awareness, strengthen their personal and professional relationships, build stronger teams, and optimize individual and organizational performance.  Contact her at https://www.aliglaser.com/

Kate Lewis has worked in IT Recruiting, Sales, and Leadership roles over her 15 year career in Raleigh NC. In 2021, Kate left her “corporate job” as part of the Great Resignation and set out to be an entrepreneur, starting Connections Consulting Partners. Her passion is helping people discover their talents and skills, and then coaching them through their career transition or progression. Helping people find a job that aligns with their values and growth goals, and leading people to be the best versions of their best selves. Kate believes that recruiting is all about personal relationships built on integrity, transparency, and trust.   contact Kate at https://connectionsconsultingpartners.com