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Subscriber-only episode Have you ever felt inspired by the remarkable stories of heroes and icons like Tina Turner? In this episode, we uncover the power of storytelling and how you can craft your hero's journey. Join me, John Neral, as I walk you through my experience of facing career setbacks, learning from them, and embarking on an unexpected adventure that led me to a new chapter in my life.Together, we'll break down the three-part structure of Joseph Campbell's The Hero with a Thousand Faces and discuss how utilizing the STAR method can help you effectively communicate your story in interviews and networking conversations. From identifying your mission to acknowledging the obstacles, challenges, and supporters in your journey, we'll guide you in creating a relatable and compelling story that resonates with your audience.Don't miss out on this opportunity to unlock the power of your story and inspire others with your journey. As we continue to build Your Mid-Career GPS, remember that our individual stories hold immense impact, and staying true to your voice is essential. Stay tuned for exciting updates to the podcast, and keep embracing the hero within you. Thank you for listening to The Mid-Career GPS Podcast. Leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts here. Visit https://johnneral.com to download your free guide, "5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing) and more information about your leadership and career transition. Connect with John on LinkedIn here.Subscribe to John's YouTube Channel here. Follow John on Instagram @johnneralcoaching.

Tired of feeling frustrated with common workplace pet peeves? This episode is your ultimate guide to navigating those pesky problems like a pro! As we transition back to the office after working remotely, we tackle five workplace pet peeves including the dreaded commute, office politics, noisy coworkers, micromanaging bosses, and unresponsive colleagues. We also shed light on how the pandemic has changed our work-life balance and share tips for adjusting to the new normal.But wait, there's more! We don't just stop at identifying the pet peeves - we provide solutions! Dive into the importance of workplace etiquette and productivity, as we discuss the art of being aware of noise levels, politely addressing bodily functions, keeping conversations private, dressing professionally, and maintaining a professional tone of voice. Plus, we emphasize the significance of personal hygiene and good manners in creating a positive and productive work atmosphere. Don't miss out on this essential episode for post-pandemic workplace success.Support the show Thank you for listening to The Mid-Career GPS Podcast. Leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts here. Visit https://johnneral.com to download your free guide, "5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing) and more information about your leadership and career transition. Connect with John on LinkedIn here.Subscribe to John's YouTube Channel here. Follow John on Instagram @johnneralcoaching.

Don Schmincke has trained over 30,000 CEOs in over 100 industries. His unconventional methods provide Boards a refreshing change to the status quo by transcending typical approaches via refreshing alternatives to trendy theories, unproven methods, and phony "experts." Don’s direct and straightforward style, including his thoughts on why “leadership sucks,” is one reason why you won’t want to miss this episode.    In this episode, you’ll learn why people want to lead, knowing how challenging leadership can be. Plus, you’ll learn why high potentials are professionally cursed in many situations, why we are teaching leadership wrong, and the importance of winning at all levels in your career.    Connect with Don Schmincke – Website | LinkedIn    Key Topics & Time Stamps:  ·      Introduction (0:00) ·      Please Share the Podcast with Three Friends (1:10) ·      Meet Don Schmincke (3:20) ·      Why Would You Want to Lead? (5:20) ·      The Curse of High Potentials & Leadership (10:20) ·      Where We Are Teaching Leadership Wrong (12:35) ·      Tips for Leadership Success (15:50) ·      Building Your Compelling Saga (21:50) ·      Winning at Different Leadership Levels (23:55) ·      Don’s Advice to Help You Build Your Mid-Career GPS (25:15) ·      Connect with Don Schmincke (26:20)    List of Resources: ·      Get Your Free Guide - 5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing)  ·      Your Mid-Career GPS – Four Steps to Figuring Out What’s Next by John Neral ·      SHOW UP - Six Strategies to Lead a More Energetic and Impactful Career by John Neral   Calls to Action:  ·      Visit https://johnneral.com for more information ·      Subscribe on Apple Podcasts here or wherever you listen. And don’t forget to rate and review to let me know what you are enjoying or learning.  ·      Follow me on social. LinkedIn @johnneral, Instagram @johnneralcoaching, Facebook @johnneralcoaching, Twitter @john_neral.  Support the show Thank you for listening to The Mid-Career GPS Podcast. Leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts here. Visit https://johnneral.com to download your free guide, "5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing) and more information about your leadership and career transition. Connect with John on LinkedIn here.Subscribe to John's YouTube Channel here. Follow John on Instagram @johnneralcoaching.

A microaggression is an action or comment that reminds people from underrepresented groups that they are different. While microaggressions may be unintentional, we must be mindful of where we are microaggressive to correct that behavior. And while some people think they aren’t being offensive, that, by its very nature, is what makes the microaggression offensive. For middle managers, it’s vital to lead by example and create a team culture where everyone is respected.  Carolina Reese is the Head of Learning and Development Services at The ReadySet, a boutique DEI consultancy. Carolina and John talk about what microaggressions are, what it means for professionals to be fallible, and the importance of using preferred pronouns in the workplace to help build stronger communities.  Connect with Carolina and learn more about her work. Website | LinkedIn  Key Topics & Time Stamps:  ·      Introduction (0:00) ·      Get Your Free Career Guide (1:30) ·      Meet Carolina Reese (5:15) ·      Dealing with Bias (6:15) ·      What Are Microaggressions? (10:00) ·      Being Fallable (15:15) ·      Microaggressions within Communities (18:45) ·      Importance of Preferred Pronouns (19:45) ·      Biggest Lesson at Mid-Career (26:00) ·      Carolina’s Mid-Career GPS Advice (30:15) ·      Connect with Carolina (31:15)   List of Resources: ·      Get Your Free Guide - 5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing)  ·      Click here to subscribe to The Mid-Career GPS Podcast +. This is a  subscriber-based version of the podcast where you’ll get access to a special content only for subscribers.  ·      Purchase John’s Books on Amazon – Your Mid-Career GPS – Four Steps to Figuring Out What’s Next and SHOW UP - Six Strategies to Lead a More Energetic and Impactful Career  ·      The Mid-Career GPS Podcast is featured in Mac’s List of the Top Career Podcasts. Click here to learn more.   Support the show Thank you for listening to The Mid-Career GPS Podcast. Leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts here. Visit https://johnneral.com to download your free guide, "5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing) and more information about your leadership and career transition. Connect with John on LinkedIn here.Subscribe to John's YouTube Channel here. Follow John on Instagram @johnneralcoaching.

Are you tired of feeling frustrated and overwhelmed about what’s going on with your career? Maybe things are okay with your job, but you find yourself wanting more but aren’t sure what “more” is. Building Your Mid-Career GPS is your guide to whatever is next, and I’m going to share a conversation with you I had with a career strategist and consultant who helps people when they are sick of it all.    Today, you’ll meet Tricia Sitemere. Tricia and I talk about how you can take action when you are sick of where your career is going. Tricia shares her best tips to help you bounce back after a layoff and what challenges job seekers face in 2023.    Connect with Tricia Sitemere – Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | YouTube    Key Topics & Time Stamps:  ·      Introduction (0:00) ·      Subscribe to The Mid-Career GPS Podcast+ (1:20) ·      Meet Tricia Sitemere (3:25) ·      “I’m Sick of This Sh*t” (7:25) ·      Feeling Stuck in Your Career (10:35) ·      Taking Action / Dealing with Burnout (14:55) ·      Bouncing Back After a Layoff (17:55) ·      Job Challenges in 2023 (21:55) ·      Best Networking Tip (24:25) ·      Tricia’s GPS Advice (27:10) ·      Connect with Tricia (28:55)   List of Resources: ·      Get Your Free Guide - 5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing)  ·      Click here to subscribe to The Mid-Career GPS Podcast +. This is a subscriber-based version of the podcast where each month, you’ll get access to a special training or topic only for subscribers.  ·      Get John’s Books on Amazon – Your Mid-Career GPS – Four Steps to Figuring Out What’s Next and SHOW UP - Six Strategies to Lead a More Energetic and Impactful Career  ·      The Mid-Career GPS Podcast is featured in Mac’s List of the Top Career Podcasts. Click here to learn more.   Support the show Thank you for listening to The Mid-Career GPS Podcast. Leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts here. Visit https://johnneral.com to download your free guide, "5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing) and more information about your leadership and career transition. Connect with John on LinkedIn here.Subscribe to John's YouTube Channel here. Follow John on Instagram @johnneralcoaching.

Last week, Tucker Carlson and Fox News parted ways, and CNN terminated Don Lemon. As we’ve followed the news this past week, it got me thinking about how we are all replaceable. No matter how good or how valuable you think, you are.    In this episode, John breaks down some career thought derailers for you and why the sooner we realize we are all replaceable, the better our mid-career journeys will be. Plus, you’ll learn the difference between being replaceable and valuable and how they impact your Mid-Career GPS.    Click here to subscribe to The Mid-Career GPS Podcast +.   Key Topics & Time Stamps:  ·      Introduction (0:00) ·      Subscribe to The Mid-Career GPS Podcast + (1:05) ·      A Personal Note (2:40) ·      Three Stages of Our Career Journey (6:55) ·      Thoughts About Our Professional Value (10:10) ·      My First Thoughts When I Heard About Tucker and Don (11:50) ·      Difference Between Being Replaceable and Valuable (16:15) ·      Being Humble & Confident (23:00) ·      Wrap-Up (25:45) List of Resources: ·      Get Your Free Guide - 5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing)  ·      Click here to subscribe to The Mid-Career GPS Podcast +. This is a premium or subscriber-based version of the podcast where each month, you’ll get access to a special training or topic only for subscribers.  ·      Purchase John’s Books on Amazon – Your Mid-Career GPS – Four Steps to Figuring Out What’s Next and SHOW UP - Six Strategies to Lead a More Energetic and Impactful Career  ·      The Mid-Career GPS Podcast is featured in Mac’s List of the Top Career Podcasts. Click here to learn more.   Support the show Thank you for listening to The Mid-Career GPS Podcast. Leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts here. Visit https://johnneral.com to download your free guide, "5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing) and more information about your leadership and career transition. Connect with John on LinkedIn here.Subscribe to John's YouTube Channel here. Follow John on Instagram @johnneralcoaching.

Subscriber-only episode As you progress along your leadership journey, you must be mindful of various leadership hits and misses. These leadership skills and traits will propel your career or stall it. As a leader, you demonstrate skills from the leaders whom you’ve appreciated, admired, and loathed.    In this episode, I’ll share ten leadership skills that either help or hinder your progress as you navigate your organization or are ready to leverage your leadership and executive presence into a new role.     Key Topics & Time Stamps:  ·      Introduction (0:00) ·      Knowledge (5:37) ·      Management/Leadership Style (7:52) ·      Vision (12:50) ·      Consistency (15:40) ·      Empathy (19:20) ·      Decisiveness (23:27) ·      Authenticity (27:08) ·      Accountability (32:20) ·      Ability to Develop Talent (38:25) ·      Resiliency (42:08) ·      Wrap-Up (43:50)   List of Resources: ·      Get Your Free Guide - 5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing)  ·      Click here to subscribe to The Mid-Career GPS Podcast +. This is a premium or subscriber-based version of the podcast where each month, you’ll get access to a special training or topic only for subscribers.  ·      Purchase John’s Books on Amazon – Your Mid-Career GPS – Four Steps to Figuring Out What’s Next and SHOW UP - Six Strategies to Lead a More Energetic and Impactful Career  ·      The Mid-Career GPS Podcast is featured in Mac’s List of the Top Career Podcasts. Click here to learn more. Support the show Thank you for listening to The Mid-Career GPS Podcast. Leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts here. Visit https://johnneral.com to download your free guide, "5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing) and more information about your leadership and career transition. Connect with John on LinkedIn here.Subscribe to John's YouTube Channel here. Follow John on Instagram @johnneralcoaching.

Navigating a career change can be challenging, but having a Mid-Career GPS makes it easier. You have greater clarity about what you want to do and why you are valuable to your new employer.    Marisa Speranzi is a client of John’s who sought his coaching to help her figure out whatever was going to be next for her and her career. Listen to Marisa’s tips, guidance, and learning as she built her Mid-Career GPS to follow her motto, “Lifting as I climb,” to find a job she loves.    Connect with Marisa Speranzi on LinkedIn.    Key Topics & Time Stamps:  ·      Introduction (0:00) ·      Are You Ready for Coaching? (1:30) ·      Meet Marisa Speranzi (3:25) ·      Marisa’s Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe (8:25) ·      Defining Your Brand (11:25) ·      Getting Started & Being Resilient (13:40) ·      LinkedIn Tips (15:55) ·      Interview Tips (19:25) ·      Marisa’s Biggest Lessons from Coaching (21:55) ·      Being Excited About Your Work (23:10) ·      Marisa’s GPS Advice (24:25) ·      Connect with Marisa Speranzi (25:40)   List of Resources: ·      Get Your Free Guide - 5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing)  ·      Click here to subscribe to The Mid-Career GPS Podcast +. This is a premium or subscriber-based version of the podcast where each month, you’ll get access to a special training or topic only for subscribers.  ·      Purchase John’s Books on Amazon – Your Mid-Career GPS – Four Steps to Figuring Out What’s Next and SHOW UP - Six Strategies to Lead a More Energetic and Impactful Career  ·      The Mid-Career GPS Podcast is featured in Mac’s List of the Top Career Podcasts. Click here to learn more. Support the show Thank you for listening to The Mid-Career GPS Podcast. Leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts here. Visit https://johnneral.com to download your free guide, "5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing) and more information about your leadership and career transition. Connect with John on LinkedIn here.Subscribe to John's YouTube Channel here. Follow John on Instagram @johnneralcoaching.

Katherine McCord has dedicated her career to growing inclusion and better people operations for everyone. As someone passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, Katherine creates safe spaces for people to discuss, learn, and grow personally and professionally.    In this episode, Katherine gets on the mic with John to discuss why we shouldn’t be afraid of unintentionally getting DEI initiatives wrong, what it’s like to be on the other side of the HR desk knowing that HR has no power in certain organizations, how to deal with ageism in your career, and why we could all benefit from being more like her grandmother.    Connect with Katherine McCord – Website | LinkedIn | Career Launch Live    Key Topics & Time Stamps:  ·      Introduction (0:00) ·      Get John’s Free Career Guide (1:45) ·      Meet Katherine McCord (3:15) ·      Being Neuro-Physically Diverse (6:45) ·      Being Afraid of Screwing Up DEI Initiatives (10:15) ·      Break Your Ego Defense (11:25) ·      Dealing with Human Resources (HR) (16:45) ·      Tips for Dealing with Ageism in the Workplace (19:45) ·      Being Like MiMi (22:00) ·      Not Setting Career Goals (25:30) ·      Katherine’s Mid-Career GPS Advice (28:00) ·      Connect with Katherine McCord (29:30)   List of Resources: ·      Get Your Free Guide - 5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing)  ·      Click here to subscribe to The Mid-Career GPS Podcast +. This is a premium or subscriber-based version of the podcast.  ·      Purchase John’s Books on Amazon – Your Mid-Career GPS – Four Steps to Figuring Out What’s Next and SHOW UP - Six Strategies to Lead a More Energetic and Impactful Career  ·      The Mid-Career GPS Podcast is featured in Mac’s List of the Top Career Podcasts. Click here to learn more.   Support the show Thank you for listening to The Mid-Career GPS Podcast. Leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts here. Visit https://johnneral.com to download your free guide, "5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing) and more information about your leadership and career transition. Connect with John on LinkedIn here.Subscribe to John's YouTube Channel here. Follow John on Instagram @johnneralcoaching.

Have you ever thought about leaving your current employer and coming back to them years later? Tim Ziakas knew his value and what he wanted to do. He loved his job and the organization, but he wanted something more. However, he would return if the right position became available.    And he did.    In this episode, Tim sits down with John to discuss how he built his Mid-Career GPS that saw him in a great role at the Center for Creative Leadership and why he decided to return to work there years later as the Senior Manager for Strategic Partnerships. Today, Tim is responsible for identifying, pursuing, and creating long-term relationships with organizations that help further CCL’s mission.    Connect with Tim Ziakas – LinkedIn | Email Tim at ziakast@ccl.org  Connect with the Center for Creative Leadership    Key Topics & Time Stamps:  ·      Introduction (0:00) ·      Get John’s Free Career Guide (1:30) ·      Meet Tim Ziakas (3:00) ·      Tim’s Current Role at the Center for Creative Leadership (10:00) ·      Leaving a Job on Great Terms (11:00) ·      Biggest Leadership Challenges in 2023 (19:00) ·      Easier Leadership Wins Right Now (24:00) ·      Tim’s Mid-Career GPS Advice (27:30) ·      Connect with Tim Ziakas (28:45)   List of Resources: ·      Get Your Free Guide - 5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing)  ·      Your Mid-Career GPS – Four Steps to Figuring Out What’s Next by John Neral ·      SHOW UP - Six Strategies to Lead a More Energetic and Impactful Career by John Neral  Support the show Thank you for listening to The Mid-Career GPS Podcast. Leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts here. Visit https://johnneral.com to download your free guide, "5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing) and more information about your leadership and career transition. Connect with John on LinkedIn here.Subscribe to John's YouTube Channel here. Follow John on Instagram @johnneralcoaching.

Do you remember the first time you stood up for yourself? Whether on the playground at school or in the boardroom, standing up for yourself is a powerful and memorable moment.    In this episode, John shares a few personal stories he’s never shared before about how he found his voice after standing up for himself - both on the playground and in the workplace. These moments improved his confidence, and he hopes that sharing his stories helps you overcome whatever is holding you back from your greatness.    This is a personal and powerful episode with some sensitive topics. Listener discretion is advised.    Key Topics & Time Stamps:  ·      Introduction (0:00) ·      Being Bullied (2:23) ·      Being a People Pleaser (15:35) ·      How We Find Our Mid-Career Voices (17:45) ·      Wrap-Up (30:00)   List of Resources: ·      Get Your Free Guide - 5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing)  ·      Your Mid-Career GPS – Four Steps to Figuring Out What’s Next by John Neral ·      SHOW UP - Six Strategies to Lead a More Energetic and Impactful Career by John Neral  Click here to subscribe to The Mid-Career GPS Podcast +. You'll get access to subscriber-only content each month. This includes education and training to help you build Your Mid-Career GPS more intentionally to create whatever is next for you and your career.     Support the show Thank you for listening to The Mid-Career GPS Podcast. Leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts here. Visit https://johnneral.com to download your free guide, "5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing) and more information about your leadership and career transition. Connect with John on LinkedIn here.Subscribe to John's YouTube Channel here. Follow John on Instagram @johnneralcoaching.

Subscriber-only episode Whether you are actively seeking a promotion or a new job at a different organization, you must be aware of your professional brand. Many mid-career professionals THINK they know their brand, but they have never asked anyone or done the hard work to understand what others say about them. As Jeff Bezos says, “Your brand is what people say about you when you are not in the room.”    In this episode, I’ll share a step-by-step process to help you get the information you need about your professional brand and what you need to do if the feedback you receive doesn’t align with your brand concept.      Key Topics & Time Stamps:  ·      Introduction (0:00) ·      Defining Your Professional Brand (4:00) ·      Being Brand Loyal (8:15) ·      Brand v. Reputation (20:30) ·      Promoting & Protecting Your Brand (23:00) ·      Wrap Up (   List of Resources: ·      Get Your Free Guide - 5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing)  ·      Your Mid-Career GPS – Four Steps to Figuring Out What’s Next by John Neral ·      SHOW UP - Six Strategies to Lead a More Energetic and Impactful Career by John NeralSupport the show Thank you for listening to The Mid-Career GPS Podcast. Leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts here. Visit https://johnneral.com to download your free guide, "5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing) and more information about your leadership and career transition. Connect with John on LinkedIn here.Subscribe to John's YouTube Channel here. Follow John on Instagram @johnneralcoaching.

Being a great leader is something many mid-career professionals aspire to be. Your leadership journey probably began with some kind of management function, and someone told you it was time to be in a leadership role.    Leadership is challenging, and it’s not for everyone. But if you are in a leadership role or want to be in one soon, today’s conversation is for you.   Today, you will meet Beki Fraser. Beki joins John to talk about what an introverted skeptic is, how they lead, and how they impact change. Plus, what it means to be a servant leader, how to handle self-talk, how to be seen, heard, and acknowledged in any room or meeting, and some of the biggest leadership challenges and mistakes for 2023.    Make sure to check out Beki’s book, C.O.A.C.H. Y.O.U. The Introverted Skeptic’s Guide to Leadership.   Connect with Beki Fraser – LinkedIn | Website | Book   Key Topics & Time Stamps:  Add TBD ·      Introduction (0:00) ·      Meet Beki Fraser (4:30) ·      Beki’s Mid-Career Moment (5:30) ·      The Introverted Skeptic (9:30) ·      The Servant Leader (11:00) ·      Beki’s C.O.A.C.H. Y.O.U. Strategies (13:15) ·      Handling Self-Talk (17:30) ·      Be Heard Even When You Whisper (21:00) ·      Biggest Mistakes Mid-Career Leaders Are Making (27:15) ·      Biggest Challenge for Mid-Career Leaders (28:30) ·      Beki’s Advice to Help You Build Your Mid-Career GPS (30:30) ·      Connect with Beki Fraser (31:40)   List of Resources: ·      Get Your Free Guide - 5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing)  ·      Your Mid-Career GPS – Four Steps to Figuring Out What’s Next by John Neral ·      SHOW UP - Six Strategies to Lead a More Energetic and Impactful Career by John Neral    Support the show Thank you for listening to The Mid-Career GPS Podcast. Leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts here. Visit https://johnneral.com to download your free guide, "5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing) and more information about your leadership and career transition. Connect with John on LinkedIn here.Subscribe to John's YouTube Channel here. Follow John on Instagram @johnneralcoaching.

LinkedIn can be intimidating for many mid-career professionals. If you are trying to find a job on LinkedIn or wondering how to use LinkedIn for networking, today’s conversation will help you.  Your LinkedIn profile is your digital business card, and it's always out there for people to find. Having an optimized profile will help you garner greater attention and interest so people will want to connect with you as your build that know, like, and trust factor.    Today, you’ll meet LinkedIn expert Tracy Enos. Tracy is here to discuss how to have a LinkedIn profile that gets peoples’ attention and how you can post content and engage with others’ content more easily.    Connect with Tracy Enos and get her Ultimate LinkedIn 31-Point Profile Checklist on her website.  Website | LinkedIn    Key Topics & Time Stamps:  Add 2:50 ·      Introduction (0:00) ·      Meet Tracy Enos (2:50) ·      Finding a Job on LinkedIn (7:30) ·      LinkedIn Profile Tips (12:20) ·      Have at Least 10 LinkedIn Recommendations (16:05) ·      Tips to Build Your Network (21:20) ·      Posting & Engaging (27:05) ·      Tracy’s Advice to Help You Build Your Mid-Career GPS (34:05) ·      Connect with Tracy Enos (34:50)     List of Resources: ·      Get Your Free Guide - 5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing)  ·      Your Mid-Career GPS – Four Steps to Figuring Out What’s Next by John Neral ·      SHOW UP - Six Strategies to Lead a More Energetic and Impactful Career by John Neral    Support the show Thank you for listening to The Mid-Career GPS Podcast. Leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts here. Visit https://johnneral.com to download your free guide, "5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing) and more information about your leadership and career transition. Connect with John on LinkedIn here.Subscribe to John's YouTube Channel here. Follow John on Instagram @johnneralcoaching.

Your lack of career clarity costs you sleep, health, and career.    We all go through some confusing or frustrating times in our careers. But when you are uncertain about what you want to do, it can make your workdays miserable.    In this episode, I’m going to ask you four questions to help you gain greater career clarity, help you get out of your professional rut, and get you building Your Mid-Career GPS to whatever is next for you and your career so you can find that job you love or love the job you have.   Email John at john@johnneral.com Get Your Free Guide - 5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing)  If you want to learn more about building Your Mid-Career GPS, book a 15-Minute Get to Know You Call here.    Key Topics & Time Stamps:  ·      Introduction (0:00) ·      Defining Career Clarity (1:06) ·      What Happens When You Don’t Have Career Clarity (2:20) ·      Bridge Jobs (5:55) ·      Four Career Clarity Questions (6:45) ·      Book a Call (18:30)   List of Resources: ·      Get Your Free Guide - 5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing)  ·      Your Mid-Career GPS – Four Steps to Figuring Out What’s Next by John Neral ·      SHOW UP - Six Strategies to Lead a More Energetic and Impactful Career by John Neral  Support the show Thank you for listening to The Mid-Career GPS Podcast. Leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts here. Visit https://johnneral.com to download your free guide, "5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing) and more information about your leadership and career transition. Connect with John on LinkedIn here.Subscribe to John's YouTube Channel here. Follow John on Instagram @johnneralcoaching.

The job market is a bit confusing. With the tech industry seeing more layoffs and companies being more selective about who they are hiring, it’s more important than ever to know how to tell your story from a place of value and service.    But some mid-career professionals are coming across as needy or desperate. They try to convince a recruiter or hiring manager they are the best person for the job. However, this results in endless rejections and hearing crickets after you’ve been interviewed.    In this episode, I’m going to help you put an end to being needy or desperate and SHOW UP from a much more powerful place to get more people interested in who you are and what you do, so you can find that job you love.    Visit John’s Website, LinkedIn, or email him at john@johnneral.com.   Key Topics & Time Stamps:  ·      Introduction (0:00) ·      Subscribe to The Mid-Career GPS Podcast + (1:55) ·      Current Job Market Trends (3:05) ·      How Being Convincing Shows Up (6:30) ·      Shifting Your Thoughts (7:55) ·      What Is Your Unique Professional Value (10:15) ·      Be a Better Storyteller (11:50) ·      Build a Better Relationship (14:00) ·      Your Circumstances May Be Added Pressure (18:00) ·      Are You Ready for Coaching? (19:50)   List of Resources: ·      Get Your Free Guide - 5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing)  ·      Your Mid-Career GPS – Four Steps to Figuring Out What’s Next by John Neral ·      SHOW UP - Six Strategies to Lead a More Energetic and Impactful Career by John Neral  Support the show Thank you for listening to The Mid-Career GPS Podcast. Leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts here. Visit https://johnneral.com to download your free guide, "5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing) and more information about your leadership and career transition. Connect with John on LinkedIn here.Subscribe to John's YouTube Channel here. Follow John on Instagram @johnneralcoaching.

Subscriber-only episode In this premium episode, Executive and Career Transition Coach John Neral teaches how perfectionism, expectations, and a Learner’s Mindset impact your leadership and career journey. Plus, John shares what he’s listening to, discusses a hot topic about staying in a job because of your co-workers, and answers a listener’s question.    Click here to learn more about Lanny Basham and Mental Management Systems.   Visit https://johnneral.com for more information. Email John with your ideas about future premium episodes at john@johnneral.com or inquire about hiring him as your coach or speaker at your next event.     Key Topics & Time Stamps:  ·      Introduction (0:00) ·      What Am I Listening To? (2:15) ·      Hot Topic (7:35) ·      Listener Question – Allyship (10:17) ·      Perfectionism (13:37) ·      Expectations (16:55) ·      Adopting a Learner’s Mindset (22:15)   List of Resources: ·      Get Your Free Guide - 5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing)  ·      Your Mid-Career GPS – Four Steps to Figuring Out What’s Next by John Neral ·      SHOW UP - Six Strategies to Lead a More Energetic and Impactful Career by John Neral  Support the show Thank you for listening to The Mid-Career GPS Podcast. Leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts here. Visit https://johnneral.com to download your free guide, "5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing) and more information about your leadership and career transition. Connect with John on LinkedIn here.Subscribe to John's YouTube Channel here. Follow John on Instagram @johnneralcoaching.

Keeping employees engaged in a remote or virtual working environment is more important than ever. As more companies struggle with what returning to the worksite looks like, mid-career professionals must stay engaged and lead their teams accordingly.    In this episode, John sits down with executive career and job search expert Marcelle Yeager to discuss specific strategies to help you increase employee engagement and retention. Marcelle brings a fresh and welcomed approach to ensuring everyone is heard and validated while still holding them accountable.  You'll learn tips on being a better communicator, how to lead your virtual teams, the future of remote work, and how to keep your employees happy, engaged, productive, and with you for years to come.    Connect with Marcelle Yeager – Website - Get Your Free Resume Guide | LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter    Key Topics & Time Stamps:  ·      Introduction (0:00 ·      Meet Marcelle Yeager (5:00) ·      Writing is a Powerful and Much Needed Skill (9:25) ·      Be a Better Communicator (11:45) ·      Tips for Leading Virtual Teams (16:15) ·      Should Your Camera Always Be On? (19:15) ·      Future of Remote Work (25:00) ·      Better Employee Retention Strategies (27:35) ·      Marcelle’s Advice to Help You Build Your Mid-Career GPS (29:45) ·      Connect with Marcelle (31:15)   List of Resources: ·      Get Your Free Guide - 5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing)  ·      Your Mid-Career GPS – Four Steps to Figuring Out What’s Next by John Neral ·      SHOW UP - Six Strategies to Lead a More Energetic and Impactful Career by John Neral     Quote / Knowledge Panel   In the end, everybody wants to be understood. As a human, that’s the ultimate goal and feeling we all need, and that’s true at work as well. You should also think about am I checking in with my colleagues and asking them, “How are they doing?” I think some people are afraid to do that but it really goes a long way.   Support the show Thank you for listening to The Mid-Career GPS Podcast. Leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts here. Visit https://johnneral.com to download your free guide, "5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing) and more information about your leadership and career transition. Connect with John on LinkedIn here.Subscribe to John's YouTube Channel here. Follow John on Instagram @johnneralcoaching.

Have you ever wondered if you could have gotten more compensation if you simply negotiated better? It’s a question many mid-career professionals ask themselves, and today’s guest will help you navigate Your Mid-Career GPS to a successful negotiation.    In this episode, you’ll meet Brandon Bramley from The Salary Negotiator. John and Brandon talk about how to remove the fear from negotiating your salary, how to do your research to strategically position yourself in the negotiation, how to know when it’s their “best and final offer,” and what Brandon learned negotiating his first job offer that built his Mid-Career GPS to where he is today.    Brandon Bramley is the Founder of The Salary Negotiator, where he provides professional job offer and salary negotiation coaching to help individuals navigate their job offer negotiation process confidently and earn higher compensation. He’s coached clients through hundreds of salary negotiations with companies ranging in size from small businesses and startups to some of the largest global corporations such as Google, Meta, Apple, and Microsoft.    Click the links below to learn more about Brandon Bramley:  Website | LinkedIn | LinkedIn Business Page| Job Offer Negotiation Course     Key Topics & Time Stamps:  Update Time Stamps After Introduction ·      Introduction (0:00) ·      Meet Brandon Bramley (3:55) ·      Negotiating His First Job Offer (5:40) ·      Removing Fear From Negotiating Your Salary (9:55) ·      Do Your Research (13:55) ·      Understanding BAFO (Best & Final Offer) (20:40) ·      Rescinding a Job Offer (26:55) ·      Brandon’s GPS Advice to Help You Build Your Mid-Career GPS (31:15) ·      Connect with Brandon (33:25)     List of Resources: ·      Get Your Free Guide - 5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing)  ·      Your Mid-Career GPS – Four Steps to Figuring Out What’s Next by John Neral ·      SHOW UP - Six Strategies to Lead a More Energetic and Impactful Career by John Neral  Support the show Thank you for listening to The Mid-Career GPS Podcast. Leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts here. Visit https://johnneral.com to download your free guide, "5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing) and more information about your leadership and career transition. Connect with John on LinkedIn here.Subscribe to John's YouTube Channel here. Follow John on Instagram @johnneralcoaching.

Have you ever worked with a recruiter or thought about working with one?    You may think they will help you find a new job, get you an excellent salary, and are going to quickly become your new best friend.    Some of that may be true, but in this episode, my guest and I will help you break down everything you need to know about working with a recruiter.    My guest, Casey Hasten, is the Director of Recruiting and Coaching for VIP, an executive search, staffing, and project management consulting firm in Richardson, Texas. In this episode, you will learn how a recruiter changed Casey’s life and career, and her best tips, strategies, and advice to help you build a fantastic relationship with a recruiter, so you are both aligned in helping you find that job you’ll love.    Click here to take Casey’s free assessment and discover your natural “fit” in business.  Facebook | LinkedIn | Website | We Are VIP Podcast Email Casey at chasten@wearevip.com    Key Topics & Time Stamps:  ·      Introduction (0:00) ·      Meet Casey Hasten (4:53) ·      How A Recruiter Changed Casey’s Life & Career (5:53) ·      Finding Your Professional Fit (9:48) ·      Tips for Working with a Recruiter (11:38) ·      Engaging with Recruiters (17:28) ·      Difference Between an Internal & External Recruiter (18:48) ·      Having Options (19:48) ·      How Recruiters Are Paid (22:28) ·      Engaging with Recruiters on LinkedIn (23:28) ·      Casey’s Advice to Help You Build Your Mid-Career GPS (27:48) ·      Connect with Casey Hasten (29:51)   List of Resources: ·      Get Your Free Guide - 5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing)  ·      Your Mid-Career GPS – Four Steps to Figuring Out What’s Next by John Neral ·      SHOW UP - Six Strategies to Lead a More Energetic and Impactful Career by John Neral  Support the show Thank you for listening to The Mid-Career GPS Podcast. Leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts here. Visit https://johnneral.com to download your free guide, "5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing) and more information about your leadership and career transition. Connect with John on LinkedIn here.Subscribe to John's YouTube Channel here. Follow John on Instagram @johnneralcoaching.