The Career PROgressions Podcast

How would you quantify things are going with your work these days? Are you frustrated, feeling unappreciated or just not feeling like you’re doing the kind of work you were made to do? Or, perhaps have you been forced by circumstances beyond your control into a season of life where you’re not working and though you're scared and worried about your financial stability, you really don’t want to return to the kind of work you were doing before.

Deep inside you is a hunger to pivot. You want to evolve into work that may be completely different from what you’re doing now or were doing before. But is that possible?

On this week’s episode of the Career PROgressions Podcast, I’m going to join forces with Elaine Varelas to answer this question. She’s been answering questions for career-minded professionals as the Job Doc for the Boston Globe for almost 20 years. In a recent article she tackles the question, “Is it possible to pivot in your career late in life.” If you are wondering the same thing, then this episode is for YOU.

This episode is a REVEALTalent Focused Conversation. We’re going to do a deep dive into the world of pharmaceuticals. In an era marked by remarkable technological advancements and transformative shifts in healthcare, the pharmacy landscape has undergone a remarkable metamorphosis. Over the past ten years, we have witnessed a multitude of changes that have revolutionized the way pharmacies operate and the services they provide. But, are the Pharmacists of tomorrow properly preparing themselves for the new pharmacy they will be working in and are today’s Pharmacists fully aware of and adapting to the changes that are happening all around them?

To help us with this conversation, we’ve invited someone who has been recognized by Medaka Life the last two years as one of the most influential voices in healthcare. Todd Eury is the Founder and CEO of the Pharmacy Podcast Network. This network hosts more than 50 podcasts that feature some of the most influential and innovative voices in the pharmacy profession. With over four million downloads since 2009, his network has been the leading audible resource for pharmacists who want to keep up with the latest information in their field. On this episode of the Career PROgressions Podcast, he’s going to write us a prescription that will clear our heads about the realities of the pharmacy’s evolution!

Often the reason we feel stuck in our careers or get trapped in a long job search is simply because we struggle with committing to what we want our life’s work to be. We also may be missing out on an exciting new direction in our career because we’re more focused on avoiding regret instead of being open to opportunities. So, how do we change our paradigm to unlock a career of fulfillment? Dr. Marshall Goldsmith, who has coached some of the world's most successful leaders and has been recognized as one of the Top Ten Business Thinkers in the world, will help answer this question by talking with Mark about his latest book, The Earned Life. He simplified and organized the formula he’s been using for years to help some of our greatest leaders make their best choices, accept the risks involved, and put out their maximum effort. Now he's sharing this formula with you!

We're back with a second helping of wisdom about building a successful career in Cybersecurity! On this episode, we have another of Cybercrime Magazine's top Cybersecurity professionals to follow in 2022. Dan Lohrmann is an internationally recognized Cybersecurity leader who has advised and been a trusted resource for the White House, the U.S. Department of Home Land Security, and the National Governor’s Association, as well as multiple Fortune 500 companies. He’s authored or co-authored multiple books and contributed to several articles on Cybersecurity in distinguished publications like Forbes and the Huffington Post. He'll be joining Mark to continue the conversation about becoming the Cybersecurity expert the companies of the world need today!

What if I told you no matter what important things you've accomplished in life that your most important work is always ahead of you? Do you believe that? I can tell you that Stephen R. Covey did. In fact, his motto was to "live life in #crescendo". This means that the volume of your life should always be increasing.

How high would you rate your stress level about your career right now? What if I told you you can mitigate or even control that stress no matter the level you would assign to it? Would learning how to do that be worth 36 minutes and 2 seconds of your time? Well...that's the length of episode 49 of the Career PROgressions Podcast where Mark has a conversation with Stress Management Mentor, Speaker, and Founder of the Stress Less Company, Carlee Myers. She's going to share the details of the personal tragedy that drove her stress level off the charts and the process she used to regain control. And...she's going to show you how to use this process to master the stress you're dealing with right now too! 

Do you consider yourself a strong negotiatior? A lot of people don't. That's because most people view negotiating as a win/lose debate and it makes them uncomfortable. But, have you ever considered the road to being a better negotiator may begin by changing your paradigm? What if you were able to see a negotiation simply as a conversation about a relationship? No winners or losers, just two individuals striving to achieve a mutually beneficial relationship. 

On episode 48 of the Career PROgressions Podcast, author, speaker and Global Negotiation Strategist, Christine McKay is going to share her knowledge about and experience with this approach to negotiation. She's negotiated with nearly half of the Fortune 500 companies and she's going to teach you how to bring a higher level of negotiation to your career! 

Who doesn’t like a good upgrade? Wouldn’t it be nice if you could upgrade your career? Well,here’s the thing...all upgrades aren’t created equal. An upgrade to me might actually be a downgrade to you. On this episode of the Career PROgressions Podcast, the founder of Dynamo Careers, Sonja Price is joining me to talk about her book The Pivot Point and to offer you some advice about how you can land your dream job and make up to $100,000 more each year. Now that sounds like a conversation worth checking out! 

Sometimes what we’re looking for is hiding in plain sight. Is it possible that could even be true about your perfect job? On this episode of The Career PROgressions Podcast, author and CEO of Distinguished Search, Somer Hackley, is joining Mark to talk about some answers about working with recruiters and a job search in general that might be hiding right in front of us. She’s going to share some of the wisdom in her new book Search in Plain Sight. 

Sometimes it takes a a little interrogation to get to the truth. A good interrogator learns to ask the right questions but they also know being good at intently listening to the answers is equally important. As a job seeker, how could this kind of listening bring value to you job search? 

On this episode of the Career PROgression podcast, former loss prevention guru and creator of the Disciplined Listening Method, Mike Reddington, joins Mark to talk about how his experience with corporate fraud interrogations prepared him to become a highly disciplined listener. And, he’s going to share how you can apply his method to your job search to be more effective in interviews and when you’re networking with important contacts.

𝐀𝐓𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍: 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐤'𝐬 𝐞𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐏𝐨𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐆𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐬 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐲! Well...alright...if you ask nicely, I guess we'll let you sit at the cool table with us.

Sometimes being the smartest person in the room can work against you. If you’ve been blessed with a powerful intellect, you want it to be one of your greatest assets not a stumbling block. Particularly when it comes to your career.

A loving mother is truly one of life's great blessings?! If you're a mom (or a dad for that matter), one of the best ways you can help your kids is to pass on the wisdom you have accumulated through your life experiences. On this episode of the Career PROgressions podcast, the Global Head of Talent for Columbia Sportswear, Karen DiGenova, is going to share the very special letter she wrote her twin daughters when they graduated college. This letter includes valuable wisdom she has accumulated over her 25 plus years in talent acquisition that is sure to equip them for a successful career. You’re not going to want to want to miss the opportunity to hear her share the details of this love letter. Join us for this conversation and follow the Career PROgressions podcast for more conversations about being proactive and intentional about your career.

𝐒𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐭 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐟𝐞𝐞𝐥𝐬 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐢𝐫𝐜𝐮𝐦𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭 𝐮𝐬. 😡 This certainly can feel like it’s true during a job search. It’s important that we empower ourselves to control what we can control and not give up our power to create the career we want. On Episode 31 of the 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐏𝐨𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭🎙, Career and Money Breakthrough Coach, Barb Garrison, is going to share some ways we can maintain power in our job search and design a career based on our truth. 

There's no one in the workplace who can bring exactly what you have to offer! But, knowing how you bring value and being able to clearly and confidently articulate it are very different things. Politicians hire campaign managers and actors hire agents to help them stand out and put what makes them special on display. These relationships have one goal: Ensure that they are the one who is selected. If you're looking for new work or a promotion, are you ready to tell your story in a way that gets you selected?

When you're competing for jobs, gaining an edge on your competition could make all of the difference. On episode 21 of the Career PROgressions podcast, best-selling author, coach and speaker, Dr. Jenifer Price, joins Mark to share some wisdom from her book Generation E.D.G.E. that has helped countless students find college and career success! Her 4-step technique will help you gain an edge no matter where you are in your career. 

Is your resume still relevant or is it like the newspaper sadly trying to hang on in a digital world? If it is still relevant, it's critical to understand the primary role it needs to play in an effective job search. On episode 20 of the Career PROgressions Podcast, expert resume writer, Virginia Franco, will join Mark for an important conversation about the past, present, and future of your resume!

Coming back from a big mistake can be a difficult journey. The road to redemption is paved with truth and transparency. And, it often requires a companion who's willing to take a second chance on you. On episode 20 of the Career PROgressions podcast, the President and Founder of America's Job Honor Awards, Kyle Horn, will be joining us. He's going to talk about how his organization is helping companies find the confidence to offer second chances to job seekers who need one and recognize the signs that reveal when someone is truly ready to responsibly rejoin the workforce. I hope you'll join us for this important conversation. 

"Sorry, someone else was just a better fit for the role." Have you ever received this feedback in some form or another as a job seeker? If it was based on your skills and experience, the best thing you can do is to continue to pursue development opportunities to grow professionally. However, if it was based on feelings that come from conscious or unconscious biases, that's an entirely different can of worms. But, what can you really do about it? On episode 17 of the Career PROgressions Podcast, Mark has invited the CEO for Pinnacle Performance Consulting and the award-winning current Chairman of the Diversity and Inclusion Committee for SHRM, Denny Clark, to have this important conversation.

Do you have the entrepreneurial spirit and risk tolerance to start your own business? If you do, owning a franchise is perhaps one avenue to consider. But, how do you choose the right one for you and how do you get started? Franchise guru Michael Hall joins Mark for a conversation and uses his 30+ years of franchise experience to help us dissect the franchise model.