The Uncommon Career Podcast: Career Change Strategies for Mid- to Senior-level Professionals

60. Craft a winning resume with Emily Kapit of Refresh Your Step

Are you getting ready to apply for a new position? 
Emily Kapit shares what works in resumes, branding, and a successful job search. 
In a world where job hunting feels like a never-ending maze, Emily Kapit swoops in with her career wisdom and resume magic. With over 15 years of experience, Emily shares her journey from broadcasting to resume writing, all while juggling the chaos of toxic work environments. Through her "Kapitalize" process, she helps clients navigate the job market storm by focusing on record of achievement, networking, and strategic job search tactics. As she works on her upcoming book, "Sink or Swim: Strategies for Career Resilience," Emily emphasizes the power of connections over resumes. Dive into Emily's world at Refresh Your Step for a career transformation like no other.
 
We'll talk about:
Resume is not just about words.
Networking is crucial for hiring.
Documenting your record of achievement is key.
 
About Emily Kapit:
Emily Kapit is a 3X-certified Master Resume Writer as well as an industry leading career strategist and career resilience expert. She is also the Founder of ReFresh Your Step, LLC, a career advisory firm with clients located nationally and internationally. She and her team collaborate extensively with clients on The Kapitalize Process, an innovative methodology that addresses all facets of one’s career progression (internal & external) and resilience, including tactical career guidance, job search strategies, mock interviews, negotiation tactics, written professional assets, and more. Emily’s insights and guidance have been published in Forbes, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Medium, HuffPost, and MindBodyGreen, among others. Emily is currently working on her first book, Sink or Swim: The Life-Changing Strategies for Career Resilience, due out in 2024.
 
More from Emily Kapit
Website: refreshyourstep.com
Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn (Emily Kapit / Refresh Your Step)
Email: emily@refreshyourstep.com
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59. Motivation to Inspiration: Transform Your Leadership Style with Stephen Morris

Today we delve into the power of inspiration with former Army Ranger turned leadership coach, Steven Jarvis Morris. Steven shares a tragedy that transformed into inspiration, highlighting the difference between motivation and inspiration. Through active listening, trust-building, and consistent actions, Steven emphasizes the importance, ultimately, of love in leadership. The episode showcases several ways inspiration can happen, regardless of your leadership style. Steven's insightful anecdotes and practical advice offer a refreshing perspective on inspiring and leading teams effectively.
 
We'll talk about:
How Inspiration is better than motivation
How to build trust with your team
The power of active listening and appreciation
 
About Steven Morris:
Steven Morris is the founder and CEO of Renowned Leadership, a retired Army veteran, and a dedicated family man. With a background in leadership coaching and a passion for inspiring others, Steven shares valuable insights on motivation, inspiration, and leadership through his (multiple) podcast guest appearances. His experiences in the military and as a business owner have shaped his unique perspective on building trust, fostering communication, and creating a culture of inspiration within teams. Steven's podcast has reached a milestone of 3,000 downloads per month, showcasing his commitment to sharing valuable content with his audience.
 
Stephen's guest episodes on The Uncommon Career Podcast
Episode 48: How to redefine success, overcome fears, and do hard things - a conversation with Stephen Jarvis Morris
Episode 5: Stephen Jarvis Morris: Former Army Ranger turned Corporate Coach talks leadership
 
Resources Shared
The Renowned Leadership Podcast 
Check out Stephen's website here:  www.renownedleadership.com 
Stephen also shared The Lion Within Us podcast, hosted by Chris Granger
 
Learn from Stephen and many other speakers on the Disrupted! 2024 Summit Happening April 8-11, 2024. 
Click here to register for the free Disrupted! 2024 - The Future of Work Virtual Summit:
https://careerwinnerscircle.peacefulsummits.com/registration?optin=yes&ref=smorris
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58. Escape the Career Trap: A Career Change Roadmap From Tammy Alvarez

Are you tired of feeling stuck in your career?
Do you dread Mondays and long for work you love?
In this episode, Tammy Alvarez, author of "Escaping the Career Trap," shares her insights on how to transform your apathy into ambition and never hate Mondays again. She discusses the five lies that hold us back from loving our jobs and offers practical advice on breaking free from the soul-crushing grind. Tammy emphasizes the importance of aligning with your values, breaking the rules, and thriving during times of recession and chaos. Don't miss this inspiring conversation that will empower you to take control of your career and find true fulfillment.
 
We'll talk about:
Aligning your career with what lights you up.
How and why you should play to your strengths.
Breaking the rules in your career (without getting fired) by focusing on your value and power base.
Thriving during times of chaos and recession by aligning with the organization's priorities and being a leader others choose to follow.
About Tammy Alvarez:
Tammy Alvarez is author of newly released "Escaping the Career Trap", and the CEO and founder of Career Winners Circle. With decades of C-suite experience on Wall Street, Tammy has a spirited "break all the rules" approach to help professionals create real impact and love Mondays again. Tammy believes that loving every Monday is not a pipe dream and that a fulfilling career is a necessity, not a luxury. Through Career Winners Circle, Tammy empowers business leaders to make a big impact and love their work again. This is the second time Tammy's shared her valuable expertise - check out her first guest spot on episode 52. 
 
Ways to get more guidance from Tammy:
Get Escaping the Career Trap on EscapingTheCareerTrap.com or Amazon
Sign up for the (free) Disrupted! 2024 Future of Work Summit featuring tracks on Career, Leadership, Business, and Mindset.
Learn more about Career Winner's Circle
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57. Thrive as an Introvert in an Extrovert’s World: Strategies for Career Success, with Julianna Yau Yorgan

Are you an introvert having to navigate the extroverted world of work?
In this episode of the Uncommon Career Podcast, host Patricia Ortega interviews Julianna Yau Yorgan, a professional coach for introverts. Julianna shares her personal journey as an introvert in the corporate world and offers valuable insights on how introverts can thrive in their careers without compromising their true selves. She emphasizes the importance of leveraging introverted strengths, such as deep connections and creating space for others, and provides practical tips on networking and making pre-decisions to achieve career success. If you're an introvert looking to excel in your career, this episode is a must-listen.
 
 
We'll talk about:
Thriving as an introvert
Leveraging introvert strengths
Networking without networking events
The power of pre-decisions
 
 
About Julianna Yau Yorgan:
Julianna Yau Yorgan is a professional coach for introverts who are ready to thrive in an extrovert's workplace, all without being more extroverted. With her background as a former manager and director at one of Canada's largest insurers, Julianna understands the challenges introverts face in landing the right role. As an introvert herself, she is passionate about helping other introverts succeed in their careers while staying true to themselves. Julianna offers one-on-one coaching and will be launching a new program and a networking masterclass in the new year. Connect with Julianna on LinkedIn for more information.
 
Resources Shared:
Network Like an Introvert Masterclass
Julianna Yau Yorgan's LinkedIn Profile
 
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56. Mastering Boundaries for Work-Life Balance: Expert Tips from the Boundaries Coach

 
Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed and lacking work-life balance?
In this episode of the Uncommon Career Podcast, host Patricia Ortega sits down with Mary Brown, the Boundaries Coach, to discuss how to set boundaries at work and achieve a healthier work-life balance. Mary shares practical tips and strategies for saying no gracefully, such as using the "one sentence" method or the "Oreo cookie" approach. She emphasizes the importance of clarifying what you are responsible for and what you are not, and finding intrinsic motivations for your work. If you're ready to take control of your boundaries and create a more balanced life, this episode is a must-listen.
 
We'll talk about:
Setting work boundaries
Clarifying responsibilities and boundaries
Detaching from people-pleasing tendencies
Saying no gracefully
Using the Oreo cookie method
 
About Mary Brown:
Mary Brown is a business owner, coach, mentor, and boundaries expert. With over 20 years of experience, she specializes in helping individuals overcome busyness and people-pleasing by establishing and maintaining healthy boundaries. Based in Colorado, Mary is passionate about empowering individuals to make empowered decisions about their work-life balance. She is the host of the "Let's Talk Boundaries with Mary Brown" podcast and offers a free boundaries quiz on her website, boundariescoach.com. Mary's goal is to help individuals find clarity, set boundaries, and create a more fulfilling and balanced life.
 
Resources Shared:
Podcast: Let's Talk Boundaries with Mary Brown
Website: boundariescoach.com
Assess Your Boundaries: Free Quiz
 
Connect with me:
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Get started with your career move: Download The Career Transition Checklist
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55. How to Find Your Ideal Career Fit: Insider Tips from Micah Lorence

Are you tired of feeling unappreciated at work? Wondering if there's a better fit out there for you?
 
In this episode, Micah Lorence, owner of Tailored Consulting and creator of Culture Lab shares his insights on cultural fit and how to find a fulfilling role at a company that aligns with your goals, needs, and values. He breaks down the four components of culture fit and provides practical tips for determining if a company is the right fit for you. Don't settle for just any job - find the one that appreciates your strengths.
 
We'll talk about:
Importance of cultural fit
Assessing values, strengths, and skills
Using the Culture Lab app
Asking the right questions
Accommodation vs. seeking new fit
 
About Micah Lorence:
Micah Lorence is the owner of Tailored Consulting and the creator of Culture Lab. With over a decade of experience in strategic planning and coaching, Micah helps individuals and companies increase job satisfaction, engagement, and retention. He believes in the power of understanding one's values, strengths, and skills to find a fulfilling role in a company that aligns with their goals. Through Culture Lab, Micah provides a hiring fit interview guide that helps professionals and companies determine if they will thrive together. Micah is passionate about creating a collaborative interviewing experience and promoting the celebration of differences in the workplace.
 
Resources Shared:
Culture Lab app 
Micah's LinkedIn profile
 
 
Connect with me:
Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/pmortega
Get started with your career move: Download The Career Transition Checklist
Click here to learn about coaching

54. How to create a happy, positive work culture, with Dr. Joey Faucette

What if work didn't always feel like a grind?
What if it were exciting, collaborative, and life-giving?
Today, Dr. Joey shares his insights on building a positive work culture and the impact of emotional intelligence at the office. He emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and aligning personal values with company values. We discuss the shift in "work-life balance" and the need for companies to create a positive and encouraging environment. We also talk about individual steps professionals can take for their own personal development. Overall, Dr. Joey emphasizes the power of collaboration, alignment, and peak performance in creating a fulfilling and successful career.
 
We talk about:
Shift in perception of work
Emotional intelligence for career performance
Seeking optimal work culture characteristics 
About Dr. Joey Faucette:
Dr. Joey Faucette is a Positive Culture Architect, Executive Coach, and best-selling author of numerous books including his latest, Small Hinges Swing Big Doors. Dr. Joey empowers individuals and companies to attract top talent, reduce team turnover and develop people, productivity and profits. He hosts the Work Positive podcast weekly. As a prolific writer of over 1,000 articles, his content has appeared on the websites of Fox News, CNBC, Wall Street Journal Market Watch, MSNBC, Entreprenur.com, and countless others and in more than fifty countries.
 
Resources shared: 
Connect with Dr. Joey on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjoeyfaucette/ 
Listen and subscribe to the Work Positive Podcast: https://www.workpositive.today/podcast 
Small Hinges Swing Big Doors - Dr. Joey Fossett's latest book: https://www.amazon.com/Small-Hinges-Swing-Big-Doors/dp/B0CHKZ848F?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&ref_=fplfs&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER 
 
Connect with me:
Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/pmortega
Get started with your career move: Download The Career Transition Checklist
Click here to learn about coaching
 

50. Shifting into management and executive positions, with Julie Riga

Are you a new manager, director or hoping to move into leadership?
Patricia Ortega is joined by Julie Riga, a certified coach, trainer, speaker, and author with over 20 years of experience in the e-pharma industry. Julie shares her transition into the corporate world in the learning and development field, eventually becoming an executive coach. Tune in to learn more about Julie's career evolution and her mission to help professionals find joy and purpose in their work.
 
We talk about:
Shifting from individual contributor to team leader
Building relationships and strong stakeholder engagement
Developing self-awareness and self-authorship
Building a strong network and corporate footprint
 
About Julie: 
Julie Riga is a certified coach, trainer, speaker, and author with over 20 years of experience in the e-pharma industry. She has a diverse educational background in business, communications, training, and executive coaching. Julie is the host of the podcast "Stay on Course" and the co-author of the book "Stay on Course: The Life and Legacy of Ennio Riga, Chef of the Stars." She is passionate about helping professionals find joy and purpose in their careers and believes in the power of self-awareness and leadership development. Julie's expertise lies in empowering new managers to lead their teams effectively without micromanaging.
 
Resources mentioned:
Stay on Course website: stayoncourse.io
Stay on Course podcast: stayoncourse.studio 
Julie Riga's book: "Stay on Course: The Life and Legacy of Ennio Riga, Chef of the Stars"
 
Connect with me:
Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/pmortega
Get started with your career move: Download The Career Transition Checklist
Click here to learn about coaching
 
 

53. How experience in any industry can transfer into a career in IT, with Harsh Garg

Patricia interviews Harsh Garg, an IT professional turned career coach for those seeking to enter IT-related careers. Harsh shares his insights on how to enter a field when your degree may not seem applicable. With 20 years of IT experience, Harsh offers guidance to individuals, particularly spouses relocating to new countries, who are unsure of how to begin their careers. He emphasizes the need for a step-by-step plan in navigating unfamiliar job markets and shares his experiences to help others find success. Tune in for valuable advice applicable across industries.
 
We'll talk about:
Developing skills vs earning degrees
Layering technology into existing skills for new opportunities
Look at current and future trends to target long term career growth
 
Harsh Garg is an IT professional with over 20 years of experience in roles such as team lead, project manager, and testing transformation leader. He is also a passionate career coach, specializing in helping individuals navigate the job market and start new careers. Harsh has expertise in IT, artificial intelligence, data science, and machine learning, and believes that developing well-targeted skills is one of the key factors leading to success in new technology careers. He shares his experiences and learnings to help others succeed in their career transitions from nearly any industry into IT.
 
Connect with Harsh on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/harshgarg78/ 
 
 
Connect with me:
Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/pmortega
Get started with your career move: Download The Career Transition Checklist
Click here to learn about coaching
 
 
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52. How to Break All the Rules: Career Success Without Sacrifice, with Tammy Alvarez

Tammy Alvarez, CEO and founder of Career Winners Circle, shares her incredible career journey to a C-level executive on Wall Street. She breaks all the rules and emphasizes the importance of loving your work and not settling for anything less. Tammy creates a competitive advantage out of being different, and encourages professionals to play to their strengths. She also discusses the services offered by Career Winners Circle, including coaching for career transitions, leadership development, and business advisory. Don't miss out on this inspiring conversation with Tammy Alvarez.
 
We'll talk about:
The rules you need to break for a successful career
The principles you want to focus on
How to create a competitive advantage
How to "Escape the Career Trap" 
 
Tammy Alvarez is the CEO and founder of Career Winners Circle. With decades of C-suite experience on Wall Street, Tammy has a spirited "break all the rules" approach to help professionals create real impact and love Monday mornings again. Despite not having a college degree, Tammy's fearless attitude and willingness to take on new challenges propelled her career forward. After leaving Wall Street, Tammy moved to Belize and started her coaching company, Career Winner's Circle. She believes that loving every Monday is not a pipe dream and that a fulfilling career is a necessity, not a luxury. Through Career Winners Circle, Tammy empowers business leaders to make a big impact and love their work again.
 
Downloads & Resources
The Ultimate Career Strategy Guide
175 Remote Companies
Check out Tammy's new book, Escaping The Career Trap 
 
Connect with me:
Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/pmortega
Get started with your career move: Download The Career Transition Checklist
Click here to learn about coaching
 
 
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