Verbal Offers: Don't always have one Interview went well, maybe putting together numbers or already have numbers in mind Think about: Notice, start date, negotiations Be clear on expectations What do you want What you'll say yes to What will be too low Timeline: Final interview to yes extend an offer: 0-3 days Verbal offer alignment: 0-3 days; total: 0-6 days Offer letter approvals: 1-5 days; total: 1-11 days Offer acceptance: 0-2 days; total: 1-13 days Background check: 2-10 days; total: 3-23 d...
Nov 16, 2020•16 min•Ep. 172
Blaming others for anything sucks and it's not cool. Tips Over communicate Document / track / keep record Speak with manager directly if you feel comfortable If it continues you may need to loop in HR Further escalation could be cc'ing your manager's manager Take ownership / responsibility where needed Propose and implement changes to fix larger / reoccurring issues Try not to assume the worst Keep it factual Schedule regular checkins to ensure alignment Ask clarifying questions when needed Merc...
Nov 09, 2020•20 min•Ep. 171
No way to know with complete certainty that there are signs of trouble. However, there are some signs. Can't extend offers on open positions Interviewing is put on hold Open roles start closing / put on hold Find yourself with more spare time, over a decent amount of time Major projects put on hold HR incredibly busy Revenue is down Market is terrible (or falsely inflated) Banks are struggling Smaller layoffs have already been done Contractors not being extended Contractors getting cut before co...
Nov 02, 2020•28 min•Ep. 170
Low performance at work is no good. It can be an indicator something is wrong. Often we need to make a change or pivot. Either you or your leader could notice or bring up the low performance. Why you might have low performance: Don't care Personal life impacting work Poor leader / leadership Lack of support Don't have the tools needed Not aligning to the vision or bigger picture Lack of plan or schedule Poor communication Not putting in the work / effort Can't get motivated / lack of energy Not ...
Sep 28, 2020•16 min•Ep. 169
Burnout is NOT fun! Over working yourself to the point where you need to sleep for days is not cool. Being busy is not something you should aspire to. Amazing time management and career alignment should be the goal. While working too many hours can lead to burnout, it's not the only cause. Causes: Too many hours Working a job you hate Working for a terrible leader Not enough rest Too much stress Lack of support system Ethics / morals / values don't align to your organization Don't get to make yo...
Sep 21, 2020•17 min•Ep. 168
Today we talk with Keisha Greaves who is the founder of Girls Chronically Rock! She started her business to inspire and motivate people with disabilities. Recently Keisha has added designs to her clothing line to support Black Lives Matter and the disability community. Prior to starting her business she worked for large designers and retailers. Keisha knew her heart was in entrepreneurship and took a leap of faith to start her business. We talk about her transition from corporate to being a busi...
Sep 14, 2020•32 min•Ep. 167
List of all affirmations are in the show notes, too many to fit here :) Why do people like or say or enjoy affirmations? Positivity Helps give you a mindset shift Affirmations are statements or declarations. What is an affirmation? Written in present tense Read as an "I" statement. Since I am reading affirmations to you, I'll use 'you' instead of 'I' Positive. For example: 'money flows easily and freely to me' vs 'I am debt free'. You want to focus on abundance, NOT debt. As if it happening or h...
Sep 07, 2020•16 min•Ep. 166
While this is not a good thing, not all conflict is bad. Sometimes we can influence real change with conflict! Ask yourself: What are you fighting about? Who is leading the direction? How are you fighting / disagreeing? Is there discussion / debate? Ongoing fighting or is it more of a situation specific situation? Tips: Document the conversation / disagreement / outcome Try to get to the core of the issue Evaluate whether or not this is the right boss for you Need to bring a 3rd party? Be ok wit...
Aug 31, 2020•14 min•Ep. 165
What is the glass ceiling? Typically is referred to as females in the workplace that can only reach a particular point in their career. Recently it has been expanded to include all marginalized groups! Before we accept a job, think / ask about: Who is on the executive leadership team? Who are you reporting to? Who are their peers? Mentorship program? Female development team? What sort of career development opportunities can you expect? Women at every level of leadership? Tips: Work with your lea...
Aug 24, 2020•17 min•Ep. 164
People generally are talking bad about others because of THEIR unresolved issues, it's rarely about you! Bullies in general are terrible. Work bullies feel worse because we spend so much time at work. Tips: Ask 'what makes you say that / feel that way / think that way'? Ask if there is anything you can answer for them Call the person out / call them in Why did you do X? When it makes sense, explain your reasons for taking a particular action Put boundaries in place Take note Talk to your leader ...
Aug 17, 2020•15 min•Ep. 163
Additional resume episodes: 2/6/2020 - Resume tips when changing careers 9/26/2019 - Resume refresher - 24 resume writing tips 5/30/2019 - My interview on the Kick Ass In Life Podcast - Resume tips, how to stand out, etc. 8/21/2017 - What to include / exclude on your resume Things to consider for your resume, whether to keep or remove: Sports Fraternities / sororities Volunteering Work experience Date of graduation Full address --------------------------------------------------------------------...
Aug 10, 2020•11 min•Ep. 162
Sexism is complete BS. It shouldn't happen. And it does. Examples of sexism: Every time a woman is paid less than a man Every time someone tells a woman to smile Every time someone makes a comment about your looks / body Every time someone feels uncomfortable in the restroom with a trans person When someone assumes you have a different role than you do All the double standards Pink tax Feeling unsafe because of your gender Google dictionary definitions: Sexism - Prejudice, stereotyping, of discr...
Aug 03, 2020•12 min•Ep. 161
As we've talked about before, work/life balance will never be perfect. AND there is a point where too much is too much. We are not robots and can't be expected to go 100 MPH 24/7. Two situations/reasons where we are working too many hours: Expectations we put on ourselves Expectations others set on us Tips for when we set expectations for ourselves: Set boundaries Utilize timers Set a schedule and stick to it 80-90% of the time Dig down deep and establish / determine why you feel the need / pres...
Jul 27, 2020•23 min•Ep. 160
Why people might want to leave their job: Horrible hours Bad manager Ethical conflicts Contract ends Don't like the company Don't like the industry Work doesn't align with what you want to do Lack of growth / development Little to no communication Unclear / unfair expectations More money somewhere else Traumatic experience at work Bad work culture Lack of flexibility No autonomy Lack of recognition Not challenged enough Respect Poor leadership team High workloads with no light at the end of the ...
Jul 20, 2020•12 min•Ep. 159
Market insights Unemployment: April 2020 - 14.7% May 2020 - 13.3% June 2020 - 11.1% 2008-2009 - unemployment peaked at roughly 10% All data courtesy of BLS.gov Separations: 2008-2009 - Roughly 3.5% March 2020 - 9.7% April 2020 - 7.5% Number of unemployed persons per job opening: April 2020 - 4.6 2008-2009 - 1.9-6.4 Other things to consider: CARES act additional unemployment is expiring EOM July 2020 Looking at 2nd wave of COVID-19 cases Will small businesses be able to make up the losses? We ver...
Jul 16, 2020•16 min
Before asking make sure: Your performance is meeting expectations Your leader trusts you to do your work Know what you want / need Flexibility could be: Hours Days Working from home Shifting focus Shifting workloads Work from family member's home Adjusting goals Changing expectations Asking your leader for flexibility: Let them know what you're looking for Let them know why you're looking for it Assure them your quality / quantity of work will not decrease Assure them your work is high priority ...
Jul 13, 2020•11 min•Ep. 158
Tips: Apply for roles that interest you Talk with your leader / manager / boss Reach out to the recruiter and/or hiring manager for the role to learn more Re-iterate your internal experience during the interview Emphasize your high performance Know what you're working towards Update your resume List your achievements ahead of your interview so you can speak to them in your interview Offer to train your replacement Research beforehand Talk to people on the team before you apply Pros / cons list U...
Jul 06, 2020•12 min•Ep. 157
Tips: High performance Volunteer for extra projects Schedule regular 1:1's with your manager Ask for feedback regularly Make your goals known to your leader Get on video during calls with your colleagues Ask for the promotion you want Became the go to person on the team Schedule creative ways to build rapport with your team Create a roadmap or step by step checklist with your leader for you to get promoted Train / mentor your teammates Contribute on cross functional teams Voice your opinions Exp...
Jun 29, 2020•20 min•Ep. 156
Tips: Separate space Stick to your same schedule you would if you went into the office Set specific end time and stick to it Embrace the freedom AND stay focused on work Camera ready if that's the thing at your company Take your breaks Leave your house when you're able Make sure you have what you need to be successful Maintain high performance Communicate, communicate, communicate Be active in meetings Dress for your day Don't get distracted Would I do this at the office? Socialize and interact ...
Jun 22, 2020•25 min•Ep. 155
There could be many reasons someone has a gap in their resume Laid off Company folded Person left before finding something new Contract ended Needed to take time off to care for a family member Caring for young child Medical reasons Addiction recovery Relocation Start your own company Traveling Spiritual / religious reasons Personal development Impacts: Could be viewed as negative People could think you couldn't find a job Could give you an opportunity to re-charge Opportunity to re-evaluate pri...
Jun 15, 2020•16 min•Ep. 154
Training is so important. What you learn in training could be the info you need to take you to the next level. 2 main ways to get training: Through work Training you find Work training: Online courses from your company (LMS) Conferences Cross functional conference calls Lunch and learns Teach something Ask your manager what options you have Ask HR for options too - benefits Webinars Speak with others outside your team Connect with immediate team members for ideas / what they've done Research pro...
Jun 08, 2020•12 min•Ep. 153
Hey everyone! I wanted to check in and see how you're doing and how I can help. I did record this episode before the most recent current events have unfolded over the last 10 days or so.
Jun 05, 2020•14 min
Sometimes when we want to make advancements in our career and/or skills we need to take risks. Some risks will be bigger than others. Some with higher rewards than others. Why would you want to take a risk Advancement Leadership opportunities Learn a new skill New challenges New experiences Try something new - test if you like something new Early in your career Bored / feel stuck / stagnant / complacent When to take risks in your career: Early - recover Feel like you're hitting a wall / ceiling ...
Jun 01, 2020•9 min•Ep. 152
Finding the right mentor can be a bit more involved. Establish what you're look for: Goal of getting a mentor What you specifically want to learn Frequency Time each meeting Rough agenda idea How you'll meet How to connect between meetings Assessing how it's going for both of you What you could offer Type of person you're looking for Location Values / ethics Research potential mentors: Linkedin, facebook, IG, youtube, etc School network Current company Last company Friends Colleague referrals Or...
May 25, 2020•12 min•Ep. 151
Finding your purpose can feel daunting, overwhelming, hard, etc. AND it doesn't have to be! Get your notebooks and pens, it's list time 🙂 What are you passionate about? What fuels your fire? What gets you out of bed in the morning? What drives you to do all the things? What is your why? Why do you do what you do? What is your motivation? Evaluate current role Like, why? Disklike, why? Love, why? Hate, why? Challenge What does your work contribute to? Goals Growth potential Culture fit Company m...
May 18, 2020•17 min•Ep. 150
This can be super challenging and simply just annoying. Everyone has a customer, whether it's internal or external. Tips: Understand their goals/objectives Amp up the communication Show that you care Help your customers reach their goals Listen, listen, listen Hit your goals / KPIs Under promise, over deliver Ask for feedback Give feedback Take notes Keep critical emails Prove you are there to help Grant requests when you are able Do what you say you will and follow through Keep a level head Don...
May 11, 2020•15 min•Ep. 149
Confession time: I've done it. Because of that, I don't have strong opinions one way or the other. AS LONG AS you do not report into the person you're trying to have a relationship with. Tips: Don't hide it Don't flaunt it Always keep things professional at work Make sure there are no policies against it Stuff might get weird if it doesn't work out - accept that Weigh the pros and cons Ensure there is no conflicts of interest Set boundaries and maintain them Take things slow Be excellent communi...
May 04, 2020•10 min•Ep. 148
Why send someone a connection request? Job opportunity you have You're looking for a job opportunity Looking for info / guidance Expand network Met someone IRL Why not to: Just because They're cute Connection request or invite vs inmail or message for basic free accounts: Inmail - paid or free to 1st degree connections Connection request - request to be connected with anyone (think Facebook friend request) Tips for initiating contact: Know your reason Find common ground Send outreach Keep it sho...
Apr 27, 2020•10 min
When would someone be asked to do an interview assignment? Marketing role - create and present marketing plan Sales role - present your pitch for X Technical roles - code this thing, solve this tech issue Assessment for personality / culture Rid Realistic expectations: IC role - 30 mins - 2 hours Leadership - 1-4 hours Executive - 5-10 hours Process: Info given Schedule presentation Do the work Send night before / morning of Questions to ask: Realistic time expectations Format Next steps after a...
Apr 20, 2020•19 min•Ep. 146
Monetarily important as well as what you deserve from an environment, culture, team, etc perspective. Monetary value: Research compensation for your role Some companies share internal equity numbers, most don't but worth knowing What is the market like? Satisfaction with your compensation Friends who don't work with you but have your job Know what compensation you want, ensure its in line with what's offered even if on high end Compensation episodes: What to do when your colleagues make more tha...
Apr 13, 2020•11 min•Ep. 148
