Listen Now

Looking to give your career a boost? In this SYCK Podcast episode, career coach Sonal Bahl shares some practical tips to help you supercharge your professional growth. She also offers insights into the power dynamic in job acquisition and how to ask the right questions at the right time. Whether you're just starting out or looking to make a career pivot, Sonal's advice is sure to inspire you. Tune in now to learn more!   Links Mentioned in the episode:   SYCK Career Podcast Alan Stein Linkedin XLR8R Newsletter Sonal Bahl LinkedIn Sonal Bahl Website  

In this SYCK Podcast episode, Nadia shares her inspiring story of how she managed to be successful in her leadership role at Google and her personal venture as an executive career coach. Learn how Nadia shifted her focus on the important measures of successes and her valuable tips for self-improvement. Tune in now!   Links Mentioned in the episode: SYCK Career Podcast Alan Stein Linkedin XLR8R Newsletter Nadia Carta LinkedIn Nadia Carta Instagram Nadia Carta Website  

In this SYCK Podcast episode, Joe and Alan discuss what sparked the idea for ExecThread and how it helps top-notch professionals find their perfect executive-level job.  Tune in to find out how ExecThread's extensive network can help you access the “hidden job market” and more opportunities to seek higher roles!   Links Mentioned in the episode: SYCK Career Podcast Alan Stein Linkedin XLR8R Newsletter Joe Meyer LinkedIn ExecThread  

Are you struggling to get offers after you interview with the hiring manager? In this episode of the SYCK podcast, Danielle Hughes, owner of More than Words Copy, joins me to discuss how to build your personality brand and actually use it to successfully win the job!   Links mentioned in the episode:   SYCK Career Podcast Alan Stein Linkedin XLR8R Newsletter Danielle Hughes LinkedIn More than Words Copy  

Still skeptical that networking can lead to long-term career success? In this episode of the SYCK podcast, Steve Dalton, best-selling author of The 2-Hour job search, joins me to discuss the science of networking and how to use it successfully to get the job you want. Tune in now to learn how to leverage the power of networking! Links mentioned in the episode: SYCK Career Podcast Alan Stein Linkedin XLR8R Newsletter Steve Dalton LinkedIn Steve Dalton Website  

Are you aiming for a promotion at work but don't know how to make it happen? Alan Stein and Maya Grossman, in this podcast episode, discuss the step-by-step process on how to get promoted.  Maya shares her insights from her 15 years in the corporate world which included 10 promotions and she explains why earning trust is one of the most important things that will help you climb up the ladder. She also lays out practical tips on how you can advocate for your own promotion without being overly salesy.  Listen to the SYCK Podcast with Maya Grossman now and take your career success into your own hands today!   IN THIS EPISODE [02:40] What are advocates and how are they different from mentors? [6:48] How to find the right people to advocate for your promotion [8:43] What to do when you don’t have your manager’s support [12:06] How to push back against your manager’s objections about your promotion [15:18] Dealing with difficult conversations with manager if you are uncomfortable in communicating directly [21:05] Advocating for yourself in the workplace without being salesy [27:14] Alan and Maya discuss the timeline of promotions [29:35] Maya’s thoughts on promotions and compensation [33:15] The driving forces of people aiming for a promotion   KEY TAKEAWAYS: Being good at your job doesn’t equate to promotion. Aside from being exceptional at what you do, you need to get people to advocate for your promotion, especially your manager. Tough conversations are necessary to grow your career. If you can’t go out of your comfort zone to deal with them, don’t expect to reap the rewards of your hard work.    RESOURCE LINKS: SYCK Career Podcast Maya Grossman LinkedIn Maya Grossman Website   BIO: Maya is a Career Success Coach, 2x VP of marketing, and a best-selling author. She was promoted 10 times in 15 years and worked for companies like Microsoft and Google and now she teaches ambitious professionals how to make quantum leaps in their careers and earn high 6 figures, without working harder.  

Malorie Nicole is a leading coach in performance, mindset, and success for entrepreneurs and business leaders. With a focus on helping others achieve clarity of mind, powerful energy management, and unshakable leadership, she has worked with hundreds of clients and dedicates thousands of hours each year to coaching and mentoring others.  In this episode, Malorie will be discussing how shifting our mindset can lead us towards creating the life we desire and achieving our professional goals. She will be providing insight into developing the right attitude that allows us to take action with discipline and reach success. We will also learn how to develop a growth mindset and establish self-identity so that we can become more confident in pursuing our dreams no matter what challenges come our way. Tune in today to the SYCK Career Podcast with special guest Malorie Nicole. You’ll leave this episode feeling empowered and ready to make real changes in your life to reach your highest potential. Watch the full episode now by clicking on the link in the comment section.   IN THIS EPISODE [05:20] Malorie discusses where people often struggle with in trying to achieve their goals. [7:34] How emotional management can help individuals get back on track after experiencing disappointing situations. [10:02] Malorie explains how establishing one’s identity drastically changes a person’s approach in dealing with rejections and limitations. [14:43] Malorie shares her experience working with underprivileged clients. [20:00] The power of journal writing [31:30] How can people approach others for advice [34:13] The right intention for seeking someone’s advice   KEY TAKEAWAYS: Successful people develop a strong identity and have an impressive capacity for emotional management. Many individuals struggle with fear of rejection that prevents them from striving for their ambitions. Surrounding yourself with people who understand and support your goals will change how consistently you take action and follow your plan.   RESOURCE LINKS SYCK Career Podcast Abudantly Clear Podcast Malorie Nicole LinkedIn Malorie Nicole Website   BIO:   Malorie Nicole is a leading coach in performance, mindset, and success for entrepreneurs and business leaders. With a focus on helping others achieve clarity of mind, powerful energy management, and unshakable leadership, she has worked with hundreds of clients and dedicates thousands of hours each year to coaching and mentoring others. As the host of the Forbes #1 rated show "Abundantly Clear Podcast" and author of the upcoming book "The Abundance Decision", Malorie has helped countless individuals unlock their full potential and achieve their biggest visions.  

Alan and Corinna met back in 2016 after Alan got canned by Google. Corinna was working for Amazon then, and Alan was interviewing for a role on her team. Silly Alan shared way too much information about why exactly he was no longer at Google. Alan thought his transparency blew his chances at Amazon, but in fact he got rejected from that role for other reasons. Whether you're in the job market for the first time or you're looking to make a career change, Alan Stein and Corinna Calhoun have the advice you need to navigate the current job climate. Corinna is a tech veteran who has worked for Amazon and Microsoft, and she'll be sharing her insights on how to leverage intention and mindset to make the job search process more successful.  Tune in today and learn how you can increase your success and be more resilient in your job search.   IN THIS EPISODE [02:29] The three different backdrops in Corinna’s tech career that shaped her perspective and leadership style. [08:45] How Alan’s shared way too much information with Corinna back in 2016. [13:55] Corinna shares how narratives impact people and their careers. [18:23] Double loop learning  [20:53] How job seekers or anyone in general should deal with failures and rejections. [27:46] What you can do to improve even if you don’t get feedback from your interviewer. [41:25] The difference between Amazon and Microsoft interview process.   KEY TAKEAWAYS: The narrative you believe about yourself impacts how you internalize failure and rejections. Changing the narrative you tell yourself requires you to be aware of your thoughts and behavior that reinforces that narrative.  Having a person, whether it be a coach or a friend, to help you in your job search process and hold you accountable at all times, can significantly increase your chances of success.   RESOURCE LINKS   SYCK Career Podcast Corinna Calhoun LinkedIn   BIO: Corinna Calhoun has twenty-seven years of leadership experience in technology companies from start-ups to Fortune 50’s, including Microsoft and Amazon. She is a proven leader of healthy, high-performing teams that solve complex problems at scale, with deep expertise in marketing, customer success, and operations. Currently, she leads an executive coaching and organizational effectiveness consulting business, working with clients from Microsoft, T-Mobile, Amazon, and other technology companies. Corinna graduated cum laude with distinction from Barnard College, Columbia University, with a Bachelor of Arts in European History. She will graduate with a Master of Science in Organization Development (MSOD) from Pepperdine University in the summer of 2023. She is an Associate Certified Coach (ACC) through the International Coaching Federation and is currently completing her certification as a Positive Intelligence Coach (CPQC). In her spare time, Corinna is a volunteer crisis counselor for The Trevor Project, an avid exerciser (all kinds!), a lifelong learner (currently learning to speak French), a traveler, a wife, and a mom to an amazing 12-year-old son.  

Hady Mendez, previously a Director of Equality for Salesforce (Slack business unit), joins Alan Stein to discuss the recent wave of layoffs. Hady shares her personal story of how she was able to get back on her feet after receiving the news of her layoff.    This episode also dives into a discussion on how to build resilience when dealing with challenging situations, offering invaluable advice to anyone looking to make a career change or better manage their professional lives.    Tune in now to learn how to navigate through layoffs with confidence.   IN THIS EPISODE   [02:32] Hady shares how she got laid off from Salesforce. [06:43] Your layoff is not always about your performance. [08:06] Hady’s mindset, process, and next steps after the layoff became official. [13:14] How Hady is preparing herself to land a better opportunity. [14:18] How Hady’s diverse network helped her in the job search process. [22:40] Diversity in Salesforce’s workforce [33:44] Advice to people who were laid off   KEY TAKEAWAYS:   Graciously helping others can reward you in the most unexpected times such as a sudden layoff. Taking the time to process your layoff and reflecting on the situation while keeping your health, diet, and sleep in check should be a priority before you look for your next role. Many people are willing to help those in need, especially in these difficult times. Don’t hesitate to reach out for help.    RESOURCE LINKS   SYCK Career Podcast Hady Mendez LinkedIn Hady Mendez Instagram I AM REMARKABLE   BIO:   Equality for a major tech firm, held multiple customer-facing roles in high tech and financial services, served as a leader across various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), volunteered as an international champion for incarcerated and formerly incarcerated women, and served as Community School Director at an elementary school in the South Bronx.   Hady’s academic credentials include a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Information Systems from Manhattan College, plus graduate certificates in eBusiness and eCommerce from NYU and NJIT, respectively. She also holds a Family Development Credential from the University of Connecticut. Hady’s additional advocacy work has her serving as a member of the NY Advisory Board at Room to Grow, a nonprofit organization based in the South Bronx. Hady also serves on the Board of Pan Peru USA, an organization whose mission is to empower low income women in rural Peru. Hady is a founding member of nFormation, a welcoming community by women of color for women of color. In her free time, Hady is an amateur street art photographer and an avid podcast listener.

Waziri Garuba is the founder of Harlem Labs. Before starting Harlem Labs, Waziri spent almost a decade working at Wall Street firms Merrill Lynch, Goldman Sachs, and Morgan Stanley.  Currently, Waziri leads and advises corporate executives towards strategic moves to enhance the workplace. Since 2013, he has influenced many CEOs to be authentic with their employees, creating a relationship where the employee feels valued. In addition, Waziri gives us an intimate view of how you can thrive in your job. Tune in today to hear this enthusiastic, fast-moving conversation.     IN THIS EPISODE: [02:52] Waziri shares his educational and business background and his relationship with Tony Hsieh, the founder of Zappos, and others who influenced his career [16:49] Waziri explains why he choose Columbia Business School and describes his time on Wall Street [25:05] Waziri speaks of himself as the Nigerian tech guy and what technology should accomplish [39:46] What it’s like working with his wife in her business, Urban Root [53:15] The importance of taking an earnest interest in others [59:06] Waziri suggests books that a CEO should read    KEY TAKEAWAYS: Employees need to have authentic conversations with their bosses.  You are not in the right job if you can’t have that relationship. Work at a job that leaves you fulfilled at the end of the day. Your kids won’t remember your title, but they will remember the impact you make on them. Managers who say they can’t keep talent are likely managers who don’t value their employees.     RESOURCE LINKS: Podcast - SYCK LinkedIn - Waziri Garuba Website - Harlem Labs   BIOGRAPHY:   Waziri Garuba is the Founder and CEO of Harlem Labs, where he acts as the “Leader’sSherpa” to the visionaries, initiators, and teams he has navigated through roadblocks for the past seven years.   His work with key leaders in organizations led him to focus on defining the right strategies for CEO’s and Executive decision-makers to maximize their impact on the audiences they serve. Before his role in strategic leadership advisory, Waziri spent almost a decade working at Wall Street firms Merrill Lynch, Goldman Sachs, and Morgan Stanley.   He received his MBA at Columbia Business School in 2009. After business school, he worked as a consultant on projects in Las Vegas and Sao Paulo before eventually relocating to Austin, TX, where he launched his advisory firm in 2013. Waziri serves on the board of Fundr.AI, Columbia Business School’s African-American-Alumni-Association, and as an Advisor to the National Black MBA (Austin Chapter) and ManagementLeadership for Tomorrow (Southwest) leadership. In addition, Waziri keeps busy at home with a wife, a 7-year-old, and his 5-year-old twins.

Carolina Lasso is originally from Columbia, Bogata, South America.  She advanced through mega companies like American Express and Google and discovered that those positions did not give her joy. Carolina is passionate about self-help, self-development, meditation, and mindfulness and so Carolina searched for principles to live by and has written a book, The Path to Flourishing. The discussion today applies to anyone who has a job, wants an advancement in their career, or is discouraged about life. These are principles that anyone can cultivate.  Carolina’s life changed, and she wants to share these principles with the world.     IN THIS EPISODE: [03:00] Carolina’s background [15:14] She begins to write a book about principles she has cultivated that changed her life [19:21] Immigrants or minorities in the world of tech [25:31] Seven principles that changed Carolina’s life [37:00] The role of female managers [48:55] Principles as they apply to immigrants or any minority KEY TAKEAWAYS: Take a step away from your job if you need to do some self-care or deep exploration of your life. First, explore the things that give you joy and pursue those.  Then take action in your career so that it can be aligned with your life purpose. Perspective can be deceptive.  It can be the way we explain our situation or the story we tell ourselves about what is happening in our lives.  What we focus on is essential. Female leadership is lacking in the corporate workforce.  The word “female” doesn’t equate to just women but rather the empathy and caring a female brings to the table.  Workers want to be appreciated.   RESOURCE LINKS: Podcast - SYCK Facebook - Carolina Lasso LinkedIn - Carolina Lasso Twitter - Carolina Lasso Website - Carolina Lasso BIOGRAPHY:   Carolina Lasso is the Marketing Director at SIY Global, author of the Amazon bestseller The Path to Flourishing: Seven Principles for a Joyful, Fulfilling, and Purposeful Life, and the creator of the Spanish language personal development platform, Plenitud. Passionate about creating practical tools to help organizations and individuals flourish, Carolina combines her business background with her passion for personal development as a teacher, marketer, and consultant. She holds a bachelor’s degree in International Business from the University of Maryland, an MBA from New York University, and has worked at Google, American Express, and Telemundo. Carolina is a certified Search Inside Yourself teacher, mindfulness facilitator, and marketing instructor. She enjoys oil painting, Latin dancing, spending time with her family in her native Colombia, and discovering new places around the world.

Stacey Staaterman is a leadership and career growth coach.  Her background is diverse.  She has a marketing and advertising magazine industry background but went out on a limb to begin her coaching career and has experienced success and satisfaction.  Today Stacey outlines her journey from working for a magazine published by American Express and describes when at a national sales meeting, she heard the ‘future does not fit in the containers of the past.’ The “light bulb” went off for her.  She wasn’t in the right “container.”  Tune in today to find out if you are in the “container” right for you and hear Stacey’s insights and strategies for career growth and success.     IN THIS EPISODE: [00:45] Stacey shares her passion as a career coach and her history at American Express [09:35] Leaving American Express and taking an unknown career path: tech or coaching [17:57] Why you shouldn’t stay in a position where you feel trapped [21:06] Engineering your exit package [31:32] What is success in life [40:39] Stacey advises ways to accelerate your career   KEY TAKEAWAYS: Engineer your exit before you leave a company.  Ask former employees what their exit package was and work from a position of knowledge. Twenty-five and thirty years ago, a person accepted a position at a firm and stayed their entire career.  That doesn’t happen anymore.  Keep your skills fresh where you are because you never know when your company will change product or direction.   Prepare your resume with more than skills, knowledge, job history, etc.  The resume should include other attributes like motivations, leadership behaviors, and career goals.    RESOURCE LINKS: Podcast - SYCK Facebook - Stacey Staaterman LinkedIn - Stacey Staaterman Twitter - Stacey Staaterman Website - Stacey Staaterman   BIOGRAPHY:   STACEY STAATERMAN LEADERSHIP & CAREER GROWTH COACH   Stacey Staaterman is a PCC-level Certified Professional Coach (Leadership, Career). Recognized by BUSINESS INSIDER as one of the Most Innovative Coaches, Stacey works with people seeking more fulfillment, happiness, and reward from their career and professional pursuits. Stacey is a regularly featured leadership and career expert appearing in Forbes, Fortune, Men's Health, and The Wall Street Journal. She is also a member of the FORBES Coaches Council.   Stacey has coached people at Google, Amazon, New York University, American Express, SIRIUS/Pandora, Chanel, Random House, LVMH, Travel + Leisure, Saks Fifth Avenue, Prudential, Consumer Reports, Fortune, Post Foods, Inc. Magazine, Marsh & McLennan, MIT, Random House, Blackstone, Deloitte, Legal Zoom, Bloomberg Media, and EY.    Before becoming a professional coach and consultant, Stacey held leadership positions in the advertising and media industry for more than 20 years – with American Express (Travel+Leisure, Food & Wine, Departures), Time Warner, Fast Company, Meredith Corporation, and Scholastic. Stacey received her B.S. in Advertising from Syracuse University (S.I. Newhouse School of Communications) and earned additional credentials through IPEC Coaching, Marshall Goldsmith Inc., Kickstart Your Edge Leadership Coaching, and Rutgers University.   Stacey is also an active community volunteer. She is Vice Chair of the Board for West Essex YMCA in Livingston, New Jersey, and serves as the Character Development Officer with Curtiss-Wright Composite Squadron in the New Jersey Wing of Civil Air Patrol. She lives with her husband and teenage daughter in New Jersey. 

Jared Crain retired from a brilliant 20-year military career and then hit the “Unemployed Wall.” after leaving the military.  Rather than accept defeat, he blazed a trail of gathering the tools he needed to get into the civilian workforce. In his new role as Director of Workforce Development at Salesforce, he assists service members in communicating with employers to obtain the position they seek.  Today Jared tells how the culture of the military and the mindset of service members are the polar opposite of what corporate America is recruiting.  He doesn’t stop there, though.  He shares how to overcome roadblocks to a civilian job.   IN THIS EPISODE: [02:58] Jared shares his upbringing in a military family and his desire to follow in those footsteps, and the serendipitous way of finding the position at Salesforce  [17:00] The paradigm shift in candidating for a job and questions often asked [24:22] Overcoming the feeling of self failure [37:10] Jared describes his transition to the tech field at Salesforce [47:05] He tells about his wife's job and how that formed what he did not want for his career [51:14] Advice for SYCK listeners   KEY TAKEAWAYS: The culture in the military is vastly different than that of corporate America. Therefore, when a person leaves the military to find a civilian job, they are not on the same playing field as someone without military experience.   The military values people who can multi-task and move seamlessly from one position to another. Corporate America wants to hire specialists in their field.  They are not looking for multitaskers.   The mindset of career military veterans is to give the team or another person credit for a particular task. Instead, in an employment interview, a recruiter is looking for the achievements of the individual, not the group.     RESOURCE LINKS: SYCK -  Podcast Jared Crain - LinkedIn Bio: Helping individuals and organizations reach their optimal level of performance, and I truly love helping leaders and teams recognize where their issues lie and what steps they can take to get to where they want to go. I believe that service to others is the greatest calling, and that seeing the success of those you’ve aided is the best reward possible.    

Jeremy Schifeling is a master at mastering LinkedIn. Today you will learn the secrets only someone who has worked for Linkedin can share.  Adapting methods, you will hear today, will make the difference between being found by a recruiter and being passed over for another candidate.  The tips you will listen to are for all levels of users of this site. LinkedIn can work even better for you when you have the right tools in your kit.  Don’t miss this enlightening discussion about something you may have thought you had figured out! IN THIS EPISODE: [01:34] Jeremy’s background at LinkedIn.  His book is titled Conquer LinkedIn. Get your Dream Job. Own Your Future [06:42] Being found on LinkedIn and working on the algorithm. How important is posting your picture [11:45] The bias of your job history and breaking into the “golden” companies [17:28] Finding unique connections on LinkedIn and how to use the 300 characters wisely [36:29] Jeremy’s best tips for making LinkedIn work for you [46:00] Diversity or lack thereof on LinkedIn [48:48] Free offer for the book review KEY TAKEAWAYS: The key to being found on LinkedIn is your profile. The key to your profile is using keywords that enable recruiters and networkers to see you. Therefore, you need to be strategic.   To break through barriers and obtain positions at organizations like Facebook and Google is to know someone and be referred. Don’t be afraid to ask someone in those organizations for a referral. They receive a finding fee when you are hired. So you will not be a bother.  LinkedIn offers interview prep for the specific industry of interest. Watch the recording and analyze the areas needing improvement.      RESOURCE LINKS: SYCK -  Podcast Jeremy Schifeling - Facebook Jeremy Schifeling - LinkedIn Jeremy Schifeling - Twitter Conquer LinkedIn. Get Your Dream Job. Own Your Future - Book BIO: Jeremy Schifeling has devoted his career to helping others succeed in theirs. From teaching kindergarten in Brooklyn to recruiting top students at Teach For America to leading education marketing at LinkedIn, he’s touched the lives of millions of people at every stage of their journeys. Along the way, he’s published the best-selling LinkedIn book on Amazon, served as a career coach for military veterans and MBA students at the University of Michigan, and produced the most-viewed video in LinkedIn’s history. He currently leads marketing at Khan Academy and shares his thoughts on Break into Tech, a site for anyone who wants to launch a tech career.   Book: https://amzn.to/3hlVKci Website: http://www.breakinto.tech  

Amit Goyal has answered the career question of, ‘where do you want to be in 5 years?’ He is the Senior Director of Global Partnerships, Sales & SMB Strategy at News Break after advancing quickly at American Express and Google. He has a passion for solving problems and building diverse, high-performing teams. Amit will share his insight into how to move up the corporate ladder, including looking at other companies for advancement. Amit will also answer what employers are looking for in candidates from his perspective at News Break.  IN THIS EPISODE: [01:00] Amit shares his background  [06:10] Three tips that advanced Amit’s career mobility [11:59] How important is your leader or manager to your job [15:10] Stepping back from the position to pursue an MBA or go part-time [27:49] What makes a candidate stand out in the interview process [33:47] Career advice for SYCK listeners   KEY TAKEAWAYS: A growth mindset about your career and pushing yourself into various challenges is critical to upward mobility within an organization or your profession. Education is essential to one's career skills and abilities, but the networking and strategic contacts developed there can be beneficial in the future. A desire to do the work you are performing plays an intricate part in job success. You must be interested in what you spend your time doing to be a top performer.   RESOURCE LINKS: Podcast - SYCK Linkedin - Amit Goyal   BIO: Amit's career consists of deep BD and partner-management experience from years scaling businesses globally at Google, American Express and in the start-up space most recently at News Break, an AI-driven news aggregator app.  Highlights include doubling a multi-hundred million dollar portfolio, influencing cross-functionally to launch $100M+ in partner capabilities and executing over 50 enterprise wide deals w/ tier 1 partners across travel, news, automotive, local commerce and financial services verticals.  Amit has been recognized by senior leadership and C-suite execs for his strong, consistent OKR performance, delivering against strategic roadmaps and, investing in and retaining top talent and championing DEI initiatives.  Amit brings a rare combination of end-to-end experience across both ads and commerce with direct experience building marketplaces, supporting customers and reducing friction between buyers and sellers.    

Belen Wagaw has had unprecedented upward mobility in her career in the corporate world. After leaving those positions, she began career coaching.  Belen’s other venture is assisting executives in developing their brands on Linkedin. She has developed excellent interpersonal skills, self-awareness, and a career philosophy that you will find motivational. Today, she will share her thoughts on “making corporate” work for you. Find out how your uncomfortable job situations can be your pathway to success.   IN THIS EPISODE: [02:45] Belen’s corporate job history [10:36] Leading a team when you are also a team member.  Managing people  [18:52] The importance of your manager advocating for you.  What makes a great manager vis-a-vis a lousy manager [35:53] Belen describes her career coaching business as well as the business she is co-founding to assist people in creating their brand on Linkedin [43:10] How a black woman succeeds in the workplace [45:40] Advice for the SYCK listeners   KEY TAKEAWAYS: Be inspired by the managers who push and support you.  Walk away from those willing to accept the status quo and want to drag you down with them. Auditing your environment is critical.  People begin to act like and listen to the people they are surrounded by in the company.  Skills, social networking, and salary are three essential things that are takeaways from a corporate relationship.  You can “Make Corporate” work for you if you understand how to achieve and work those three things.   RESOURCE LINKS SYCK Podcast Belen Wagaw - Facebook Belen Wagaw - Linkedin Belen Wagaw - Twitter Belen Wagaw - Website  

 Dr. Nayla Bahri is an executive coach and co-host of The Inside Job Podcast. It is possible to have the “perfect” job and a fulfilling relationship with your job.  Whether you have been in your position for a day or 30 years, you will benefit from this honest and enlightening conversation about pursuing a position that meets your needs. Success can be measured in many ways and today you will hear how to experience more satisfaction in your career choice. You won’t want to miss this podcast.     IN THIS EPISODE: [1:40] Nayla discusses how her business coaching differs from others [6:09] Start with ‘What do I want or need’ not what company do I want to work for and then ask other critical questions [11:52] The lies we tell ourselves [16:22] Upward mobility vs. personal desire or preference  [22:00] The importance of networking [30:00] Pier pressure vs. misalignment of the job, vs. success [42:13] Achieving your goals KEY TAKEAWAYS: There are many types of career coaching. The style of today's guest is to know yourself before you can find the “perfect” job.  That is achieved by self-awareness found by asking the right questions of yourself through coaching. It is very easy to fall into the trap of traditional success.  What is expected of me?  What does my position say about me?  Instead, seek the position that gives you a fulfilling career and life. Most people need to work.  It may as well be at a job you enjoy.  There is vocabulary that is bantered around which may leave a detrimental impression when one is seeking a career move.  Focus on words, people, and thoughts that leave you inspired, not discouraged.     RESOURCE LINKS: SYCK -  Podcast Nayla Bahri - Facebook Nayla Bahri - Linkedin Nayla Bahri - Twitter Nayla Bahri - Website Nayla Bahri - The Inside Job Podcast   BIO: Dr. Nayla Bahri is an executive coach, educator, facilitator, and co-host of The Inside Job Podcast. Her mission is to help everyone she collaborates with create their ideal relationship with work, one that lets them thrive, experience more satisfaction and flow, and deliver excellence.

            SHOW NOTES: Bonnie Davis, a partner at HuWork, is here today to discuss facilitating workplaces where employees are valued and excel, and businesses thrive. Bonnie shares her views on the importance of career coaching for all levels of management. Her passion is to develop leaders and those they lead and to enhance the “people side” of organizations. If you are a manager, employee, or seeking work, there are valuable tips you will not want to miss.  Join us today for this thought-provoking discussion.     IN THIS EPISODE: [2:00] Bonnie discusses her educational and career choices [7:00] Becoming a manager - The pros and cons - Desire or Obligation [12:25] The performance review  [19:00] The unseen challenges a manager faces  [26:55] Creating an environment where employees are not defeated but grow  [30:27] Asking the right questions [38:38] Valuable tips regarding your career path and growth    KEY TAKEAWAYS: Performance reviews are critical for employees to understand their strengths and weaknesses. However,  the employee can be defeated at the onset if the right questions are not asked or if the question triggers a flight or fight mode in the employee. An employee may think they want to rise to the level of manager, however, when they arrive they learn all the responsibilities and activities involved in the manager's position that is purely “managerial” and have nothing to do with the work or tasks they once enjoyed. Unfortunately, many managers focus on the areas in which an employee needs improvement and just take for granted their strengths.  Building up an individual's strengths and acknowledging those can be one of the most important details of a performance review.     RESOURCE LINKS: SYCK -  Podcast HuWork - Website Linkedin - Bonnie Davis Twitter - Bonnie Dave HuWork Team Website - Marcus Buckingham Company    BIO: Bonnie Davis is a partner at HuWork, a company she founded to help to create more human, inclusive, and meaningful workplaces where people and businesses thrive. As a speaker, consultant, team facilitator, writer, and executive coach, Bonnie follows her passion for driving growth. Her work develops leaders, enhances culture and employee engagement, helps teams work better together, and guides successful outcomes on the “people side” of organizations across various industries. Bonnie’s experience spans working for and with Fortune 500 companies, teaching at universities, owning her own business, speaking at conferences, writing for Forbes.com, and doing lots of volunteer work. She is also on the coaching and facilitation faculty for The Marcus Buckingham Company. Because she is a geek who loves to learn, Bonnie has collected a bunch of degrees and certifications. Bonnie lives in Denver, Colorado where she loves "non-competitive" time outdoors and being goofy with her husband and teenage children. EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS MA, Organizational Psychology | Columbia University BA, Psychology and Business Administration | American University Leadership Certificate, Diversity, and Inclusion | Cornell University Coaching Certification (CPCC) | Coaches Training Institute Coaching, Mentorship & Facilitation Certifications | The Marcus Buckingham Company Leadership Architect & 360 Coaching Certification | Korn Ferry (Lominger) Facilitation Certification | The Facilitators Studio Certified Virtual FacilitatorTM | International Institute for Facilitation

Tori Stevens, the founder of EvolYOUtion, helps clients step into their power to go after their careers. She gives tips about building relationships with those who can help you in the future. In today’s episode, she talks about creating a life of intention and finding a job with the end goal in mind. Tune in today to learn how to create a legacy and take control of your situation.    IN THIS EPISODE: [4:13] Tori Stevens introduces herself.  [6:21] What is Tori’s perception of intentionality?  [13:20] Tori explains how to begin with the end in mind.  [19:35] How does Tori help people crystalize their goals to get what they want? [23:09] How does Tori’s experience in talent acquisition flow into her career now?  [27:11] How do you create an authentic relationship with no strings attached? [32:25] Tori talks about a negative experience she had reached out to someone and why that hasn’t stopped her.  [39:23] How to leave the victim mentality behind. [44:37] How to change your thoughts to make traction on them.  [49:00] SYCK trick to help people to accelerate their careers.   KEY TAKEAWAYS: Thinking about where you want to go and your goals are vital before you talk and walk. Begin with the end in mind. What legacy do you want to leave behind? When you give away your power to a manager or someone else to decide what career you should chase, you let someone else determine your future.  Most people are happy to connect! Don’t wait until you are desperate to ask for help! Start building relationships now, and look for mentors or support. Develop podcasts, books, etc., so you have something to share.    RESOURCE EvolYOUtion Website Tori@EvolYOUtion.net Tori’s LinkedIn Tori’s Instagram BIO: Tori Stevens is someone people either love or don’t know what to do with. That is because she will hold up the mirror to your life and help you learn how to ask the hard questions about what is happening internally to get your authentic self to show up externally. Tori won’t change your life because that is on each of us as individuals. What she will do is give you the intangible tools to ensure that tangible results show up in your career and life. Tori builds self-awareness and self-trust in others through her company evolYOUtion where she coaches individuals, consults teams, speaks at conferences, and hosts her own podcast. The entrepreneurial spirit has always been core to Tori, but she didn’t take the full leap until 2018, when she founded evolYOUtion on her own. Prior to that, Tori was planting the seeds of significance in others by working in talent development in higher education and corporate settings. Her own evolution started at Central Michigan University, where she received her Bachelors in Communication and her Masters in Educational Leadership. Over the past 15 years, Tori has interviewed over 40,000 individuals and managed thousands, from interns to executives. Tori takes all that experience and puts it into her community of Evolvers to ensure that everyone can hold themselves accountable to be the change they wish to see. You can find Tori either on her boat (hosting Boat & Coach), with her horse, or exploring the Carolina's with her dogs and fiancé.

Today we are joined by Ricky Robinson to discuss chasing your dream career and how to make moves that fit with your plan. Ricky talks to us about intentionality when considering where you want to go with your job. We dive into the 2-year rule of thumb and how to know when it's time to make the next move. We also touch on locking in your ideal role as a woman or BIPOC and what to look for when interviewing with a company. Tune in today for great tips about creating your ultimate career trajectory.    IN THIS EPISODE: [1:20] Ricky talks to us about his upbringing and career life. [5:25] How did Ricky climb up the corporate chain, and what challenges did he experience as a black man? [12:03] What is the difference between a mentor and a sponsorship?  [14:36] How did changing careers help Ricky climb into higher roles? [19:06] The 2-year rule of thumb. [22:48] Any regrets about moving around or negativity when changing jobs due to moving often?  [26:58] How has Ricky been intentional about finding the next role?  [29:17] What is C-crets? [33:49] What advice does Ricky have to people facing judgment and prejudice against women and BIPOC?  [38:45] Where has Ricky seen initiatives that are actually acted upon? [41:50] Knowing that the game is flawed, what advice does Ricky have for people to push their careers forward?    KEY TAKEAWAYS: What are the things you like to do? What brings you joy? Take those items and look for a career that allows you to match your desires with your long-term job.  Your resume has to separate you from your peers. Show your value proposition and what you can do. It’s essential to know your market value and be intentional about your time frame to reach your career goals. People want to be aligned with people who get the job done. They want the A and B players.  Be intentional and identify the goals that you want for yourself.    RESOURCE LINKS SYCK Podcast   Ricky Robinson Ricky Robinson is a 25+ year Human Resources Executive. His career has afforded him leadership roles in Human Resources for some best-in-class global organizations spanning industries from commercial goods, retail, smart home industries and med tech. Ricky is extremely familiar with being the “Sole Brother” on the Executive Leadership Team quite often challenging diversity, inclusion and unconscious bias issues within Corporate America, as an advocate and sponsor for underrepresented groups. He also advocates for several philanthropic causes with Board service at Attles Center for Excellence (ACE), Ability Now Bay Area and the Mary Valle Foundation. Having spent his career as a mentor and coach, Ricky continues to share the tips and tricks that help underrepresented employees reach their full potential as a co-host of C-CRETS, which is a career advice platform offering career coaching services, online courses and topical content through blogs and a podcast. Ricky also holds a Master's Degree in Organizational Communications from San Francisco State University.  C-CRETS website C-CRETS LinkedIn C-CRETS Facebook C-CRETS Instagram