The Uncommon Career Podcast: Transformative Career Coaching & Job Search Strategies

46. New Beginnings and Finding Creativity in Unlikely Careers, with Colleen Lucero

In this episode, Colleen shares her unconventional career path and the importance of considering alternative options. She discusses her journey from a creative foreign language background to obtaining a master's degree in accounting. Colleen emphasizes the need for individuals to take control of their own careers and not follow prescribed paths.
She also highlights the interconnectedness of different disciplines and the value of language learning in problem-solving and communication. Colleen shares her experience in pursuing a career in interpreting and translating, as well as their decision to reevaluate her career path and pursue a completely different path.
 
We'll talk about:
Interconnectedness of knowledge and skills
Building on a foundation and learning from mistakes
Finding new life and rebuilding after setbacks
Finding purpose in your career
Navigating life and career with God's guidance
Importance of having a vision and surrendering expectations
 
Colleen's Story:
I am a creative turned accountant! I grew up in a family that has always been very creative and artistic. The last field I thought I would find myself in was the field of accounting or business coaching, but I love it! Before becoming a management accountant, I almost became an interpreter and then I almost became a ballroom dance instructor. True story. Dancing, writing music, and languages are still passions of mine.
 
As a Certified Management Accountant and YNAB budget coach, I am equipped to serve as a strategic partner both in your personal and entrepreneurial life. My background is in FP&A (Financial Planning and Analysis) and analytics. I use financial tools and implement financial strategies that aid in your decision-making process. I work to support you in harnessing money management skills that bring form, structure, and direction to your goals. I aid in developing strategy that supports you in achieving your financial goals, leading your family, and your business.
 
Timestamps:
Unconventional career paths.
Accounting versus finance career paths.
Learning skills across disciplines.
The ultimate story.
God's redemption of mistakes.
Surrendering your expectations.
Operating on God's time.
 
Links mentioned:
https://www.strategicmoneycoach.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colleen-lucero/
New Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089584188242
 
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45. Questions Candidates Need to Ask and Employers Need to Answer, with Brian Montes

Brian Montes and I discuss the importance of asking the right questions during the hiring process to determine if the organization is the right fit for one's career goals. He emphasizes the need for candidates to be selective and find a good cultural fit.
Brian also highlights the significance of considering employee input in decision-making processes and the importance of open communication. The episode emphasizes the importance of mutual commitment and understanding in the employee-employer relationship.
 
We'll talk about:
Importance of stability, innovation, and collaboration
Reading between the lines in hiring conversations
Defining the important questions in job interviews
 
About Brian Montes:
Brian is a seasoned business and people operations expert with over 15 years of experience in the Fortune 500 and start-up world. He worked alongside a founder & CEO, leading a company from a handful of employees to over 150+ employees and $100MM in revenue. After experiencing the failure of this company due to the CEO's lack of leadership and disregard for the employees, Brian knew the world of work needed to evolve. He launched Scaleocity Works, and now provides HR advisory services, technologies, and a full suite of HR solutions to transform company cultures into environments candidates LOVE to work at. Brian also launched the Entrepreneur to Employer podcast, to help employers Make Mondays Matter. 
 
Timestamps:
Being selective in the hiring process.
Company challenges and resilience.
Role clarity and success.
Why is the job vacant?
Red flags for candidates.
The vision of the organization.
Being selective as a candidate.
 
Links mentioned:
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianmontes/
Scaleocity Works - HR advisory firm: https://scaleocityworks.com
Proactive HR Community Subscription - helping solopreneurs and small business owners hire their first employees: https://entrepreneurtoemployer.podia.com/
 
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44. Connecting with Recruiters through Authenticity, with Glenn Richardson

In this insightful podcast episode, we're joined by Glenn Richardson from Rhodium Talent Advisors, an expert in the hiring process. We discuss the art of crafting an impressive resume, engaging effectively with recruiters, and utilizing the power of storytelling during a career transition. Glenn shares invaluable advice on how to make your application stand out in a highly competitive job market. He emphasizes the importance of showcasing your skills, experience, and passions in your communications and being honest about your abilities.
The episode covers effective strategies for reaching recruiters through platforms like LinkedIn and email. The importance of utilizing all available resources and networking effectively is also discussed. The episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to enhance their job search and stand out in their career journey. Key discussion points include mastering the job search process, crafting resumes, reaching recruiters, effective communication in job applications, and the next steps in your uncommon career journey.
 
Topic:
Mastering the Job Search Process
Crafting Resumes and Reaching Recruiters
Effective Communication in Job Applications
Passion and Soft Skills in Interviews
 
About Glenn Richardson:
Glenn W. Richardson II is the Founder and CEO of Rhodium Talent Advisors. Glenn helps business leaders and hiring mangers shape their dream team through customized recruiting, HR consulting, and training service to help you build a Positive and High-Performing Workplace Culture. 
Glenn is a dual-certified HR professional and has a Masters in Business Administration from Baylor University. Glenn's areas of expertise are in leadership, workplace culture, talent acquisition, and training and development. When Glenn is not interviewing, consulting, or training you can find Glenn either cooking or eating, and spending time with his wife and 3 children.
 
Links mentioned:
Connect with Glenn on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grichardsonii/
Rhodium Talent Advisors (now transitioning to the Richardson Group): https://rhodiumtalent.com
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43. Job Interview Obstacles: Turning Nerves, Anxiety and Mistakes into Success

Patricia Ortega dives into the common barriers that can hinder candidates from acing their interviews and leaving a positive impression on hiring managers. She discusses the fears of failure and the pressure to perform that often lead to overwhelm and blanking out during interviews.
Patricia emphasizes the importance of mindset and perspective, reminding listeners that interviews are conversations, not pass or fail situations. She also shares strategies for handling moments of blanking out or making mistakes, encouraging candidates to own their mistakes and use humor to make the situation more relatable. So, if you want to conquer your interview fears and stand out in a crowded job market, give this episode a listen!
 
We'll talk about:
Overcoming fear of failure and pressure
Mindset shift: interview as a conversation
Blank out? What do do next
How to come back from mistakes
Shared positive experiences 
Your response and emotional intelligence
Topics:
Introduction
Overcoming interview fears
Mindset shift
Not knowing or blanking out
Leveraging Mistakes
 
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42. Communication Insights to Change Your Career and Life, with Nausheen Chen

Nausheen Chen is a master at the art of communication.
She's got a knack for helping others elevate their speaking, and today, Nausheen delivers a simple one-minute tip that could revolutionize your communication skills.
We also explore the critical importance of understanding and honing your skills, rather than settling for easy and average.
You'll hear Nausheen share moving stories of her clients finding their voice and conquering their fears, and we'll get to know Nausheen as a coach and pretty cool human.
Tune in, it's a great conversation!
 
About Nausheen:
Nausheen comes from the Fortune 50 world, where she managed marketing and training at Procter & Gamble. She took several twists and turns in her career, exploring filmmaking, improv and startup bootstrapping to $1 million in revenue.  Now she's found her true purpose in life: sharing her passion for speaking in public and teaching others how to impress and make impact when they speak. Nausheen has helped over 80 leaders in 6 countries speak confidently on stage & on camera. 
Topics:
Nausheen journey to become a speaker/coach
Improving Communication Skills for Career Success
How YOU can become a great speaker
Get to Know Nausheen Chen 
 
Links mentioned:
Speak as a Leader Podcast
Nausheen on LinkedIn
Nausheen's post on Ruben Hassid's speaking experience and success (with the help of Nausheen's coaching!): 
 
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41 Unlocking Your Full Potential: Insights from Executive Leadership Coach Dale Wilsher

In this episode, executive leadership coach and personal development expert Dale Wilsher shares insights on big career pivots, understanding oneself for career success, dealing with career choices and personal values, finding the ideal job, and the importance of passion, personality, and purpose in career decisions. Dale emphasizes the need for courage and effort in career transitions and highlights the importance of aligning one's personality, passion, and purpose with their career choices. She also discusses the concept of purpose and how it relates to career direction. Listeners are encouraged to understand their core values and advocate for them in the workplace.
 
We'll talk about:
Big career pivots and courage
Dealing with career choices and personal values
Understanding personality types and self-discovery
Overcoming challenges and finding a new career path
About Dale:
Dale Wilsher is an executive leadership coach and personal development expert. She helps individuals and organizations turn their purpose into full potential. Dale is IFC accredited as a professional certified coach and holds certifications as a certified professional life coach, career services provider, and a Gallup Strengths Finder champion coach. She is also the author of an award-winning personality book and has created online courses. Additionally, Dale serves as a faculty member for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's Institute of Organizational Management. With her expertise, Dale helps people grow into their ideal jobs and reach their full potential.
 
Topics:
Professional development and growth.
Career journey and self-discovery.
Who am I versus what I'm interested in.
Understanding personality for optimal environments.
Necessity, survival, and purpose.
Big career pivots.
Purpose and its significance.
Determining core values.
Wearing personality masks.
Finding satisfaction in your job.
 
Links mentioned:
Your Authentic Personality Website/Quiz: https://www.yourauthenticpersonality.com/
Career Pivot: 30 days to your ideal job: https://www.yourauthenticpersonality.com/careerpivot
Elevated Authenticity Membership: https://www.yourauthenticpersonality.com/elevatedauthenticity
 
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40. Step away from the burnout and take a road trip, with Cristina Crouth

Cristina Crouth discusses her experience with taking a year off to road trip across the country, freelancing, and finding a balance between work and personal life. She shares her initial fears and challenges when taking the leap, and the motivation she has to find her own version of success.
Cristina also talks about the financial concerns that come with leaving a job. She emphasizes the importance of having a plan and a foundation before taking the leap. Cristina believes in the healing power of storytelling and wants to pursue writing to help others who may be struggling.
We talk about:
Deciding to take a leap and go on a road trip
Ditching burnout and finding new seasons
Identity and career transition
Road trip experiences and contrast between burnout and freedom
 
Topics:
Introduction / Taking a leap
Balancing success and true happiness.
Road tripping and self-discovery.
Season of burnout and nature.
Taking calculated risks.
Identity and career transitions.
Accepting vulnerability as a strength.
 
About Cristina:
Cristina Crouth left her job in search of a great adventure (and less burnout). She's is on a year-long road trip from California to New York, managing to fit everything she owns into a 2018 Subaru named Sylvia. She's worked in mental health and trauma for the past 12 years and believes in the healing power of storytelling, now trying to share that healing spirit with her own stories. She is living the uncommon career for a year, taking freelancing and other non-traditional work along the way.
Follow Cristina's adventures and writing on Instagram @Cristina_Adventures16 or by clicking here: https://instagram.com/cristinas_adventures16 
 
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38. Balancing Work and Side Ventures: Insights from Christa Hutchins

You're a full-time professional with a desire to pursue a side ventures, but the right balance seems impossible. You've been told to simply work harder and sacrifice more, but that advice hasn't brought you any closer to achieving your goals. As a result, you're feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, and stuck in a cycle of frustration. It's time to break free from this ineffective action and discover a better way to navigate the complexities of balancing work and side ventures. Join us as we reveal the secrets to achieving success without sacrificing your sanity.
 
We talk about:
Methods for balancing traditional career roles and entrepreneurial goals.
Tangible tactics to set boundaries, and manage time.
Transparency and ethical values in balancing a 9-5 and entrepreneurship.
Self-doubt and technical ability deficit.
The secret to a supportive tribe and sustained entrepreneurial success.
About Christa Hutchins
Christa Hutchins is a powerhouse with a compassionate spirit. With over three decades of experience in the engineering and construction industry, Christa brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. Her role as a project manager paved the way for her journey into women empowerment and supporting budding entrepreneurs. Her passion project revolves around helping Christian women leaders give structure to their big ideas, thereby aiding them to excel in their calling. Apart from professional commitments, you'd often find her making the most out of her cherished time with her family.
 
"You don't have to strive to quit your job. It's okay to have a side venture that coexists with your career and brings fulfillment and passion into your life."
- Christa Hutchins
 
Download Christa's guide: How to Pursue Your God-inspired Dream While Working Full-time:
https://doanewthing.com/uncommon 
Listen to Christa's Podcast: Do One Simple Thing:
https://doanewthing.com/podcast/ 
Connect with Christa:
https://www.instagram.com/doanewthing/ 
https://www.facebook.com/doanewthing/ 
 
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37.Pushing Past Self-Doubt: Unlocking Career Potential with Impostor Syndrome Strategies

Have you heard these myths about imposter syndrome?
 
If I admit I don't know something, everyone will think I'm a fraud.
I have to know everything to be successful.
I'm not as talented as my colleagues.
These beliefs can hold you back from reaching your full potential in your career.
But here's the truth: imposter syndrome is a common experience and doesn't define your worth or abilities. The key is to recognize when it's happening and develop strategies to overcome it.
Today, I share:
How to effectively tackle Imposter Syndrome
The telltale signs of Imposter Syndrome 
Unique strategies to transform negative self-talk
The true impact of Imposter Syndrome on career growth
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36. Creating a Presence on LinkedIn for Career Success, with Orlando Hayes

Are you tired of submitting job applications with no response? In this episode of The Uncommon Career Podcast, talent acquisition expert Orlando Hayes shares how to leverage LinkedIn for career growth and build a strong personal brand. But what happens when your dream job is in sight, only to slip away? Tune in to find out.
In this episode, we'll cover:
The power of LinkedIn to boost your career and unlock opportunities.
The secrets to a compelling profile that stands out.
Content creation and its impact on your professional image.
LinkedIn networking and how to engage effectively.
Stepping out of your comfort zone to achieve astonishing career growth.
My special guest is Orlando Hayes
Introducing Orlando Hayes, a thought leader in career development and LinkedIn branding with two decades of experience in talent acquisition. As a podcast host and author, Orlando has made it his mission to empower individuals to establish their personal brand on LinkedIn, helping them reach their career goals. By providing a wealth of practical and valuable advice, Orlando has played a crucial role in the success of many professionals navigating the challenging and competitive world of job-seeking.
 
The key moments in this episode are:00:00:00 - Introduction00:02:21 - The Evolution of LinkedIn00:06:07 - Strategies for Building a LinkedIn Presence00:09:38 - Benefits of Content Creation on LinkedIn00:14:29 - Networking on LinkedIn00:18:01 - Leveraging LinkedIn to Stand Out00:19:55 - The Importance of Strategic Approach00:23:49 - Building a Personal Brand on LinkedIn00:28:22 - Immediate Results on LinkedIn00:29:33 - Commenting and Tagging Companies00:32:00 - Emotional Component to Content Creation00:33:38 - Visibility Creates Opportunity00:35:01 - Final Thoughts and Resources
Resources Mentioned:
Connect with Orlando Hayes on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/orlandohaynes/
Get the Career Accelerator Planner here: https://careertalkspod.samcart.com/products/career-accelerator-planner
Build a Presence Not a Profile ebook: https://careertalkspod.samcart.com/products/build-a-presence-ebook
Listen to the Career Talks Podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/careertalks/id1567135916 
Listen to the Career Talks Podcast on Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/orlando-haynes 
Listen to the Career Talks Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZUvx3MAUdCcZMMYjGJHsgQ 
 
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