There’s a very important person that likely everyone will encounter at some point in their life. It’s someone who plays a critical role in any job you take and can make or break your career – your manager. 

Chris Hagood, the Managing Principal at AstutEdge, has two decades of experience in talent management, organizational culture, and employee engagement. So when it comes to maximizing your relationship with your manager, Chris is the guy to call.  

Chris joins host Ashley Artrip to chat about the importance of understanding what you like and don’t like in a working environment, how that translates to manager styles, green and red flags to watch out for with managers, and how to still thrive in your career even under challenging circumstances. 

Career Advice You Never Got is produced by University FM.

1. Linear is a lie! Forge your own path and know that it’s okay to industry hop. 
2. You have to meet your manager halfway. Figure out what your career aspirations are and communicate that to your manager. Good managers will listen and keep an eye out for opportunities that will help you grow towards those goals. 
3. If you’re in a situation with a bad manager who is not helping you grow, sometimes you have to manage up or press the escape button. 

00:00 Introduction

01:48 Chris’ Career Journey

03:27 Self-Awareness and Your Career

07:32 The Role of External Factors

08:57 The Importance of Vetting Organizations

11:38 The Critical Role of Managers

15:40 Green Flags in Managers

18:22 Red Flags in Managers

21:34 Dealing with Toxic Managers

28:12 Rapid Fire Career Questions

30:41 Final Thoughts and How to Connect with Chris

• AstutEdge Company Website
• Chris Hagood Website
• AstutEdge on LinkedIn
• Chris Hagood on LinkedIn

Job hunting can sometimes feel like a full-time job all on its own. But what many job searchers fail to realize is that they have a personal career coach and research assistant right at their fingertips.

Jeremy Schifeling is a career coach and author of the book, Career Coach GPT: The Complete Guide to ChatGPT Resume, Cover Letter, Interview, and Job Search Success. He gives host Ashley Artrip a hands-on tutorial of the best ways to use ChatGPT for job hunting. 

They dive into the emotional and practical aspects of job searching, highlighting the importance of knowing yourself, understanding recruiters, and resonating with your future boss. They also go over valuable tips on how to use ChatGPT to identify your strengths, tailor your applications, and be prepared to give “STAR” answers in job interviews. 

Career Advice You Never Got is produced by University FM.

1. 20% of your actions will drive 80% of your success. Give yourself permission to triage and know when it’s time to step away from the computer.  
2. Figure out what your transferable skills are – tools like ChatGPT are a great way to start. 
3. Know your audience! If you know what a recruiter or hiring manager is looking for, you’ll have a greater chance at landing the job. 

00:00 Introduction

01:26 Jeremy's Career Journey

02:30 Emotional Challenges in Job Searching

04:37 Common Personas in Career Change

06:46 Core Areas for Successful Career Transition

08:45 Using ChatGPT for Career Development

16:56 Understanding Recruiters and Their Tools

24:21 Interview Preparation and First Impressions

27:38 Rapid Fire Career Questions

29:52 Final Thoughts and How to Connect with Jeremy
 

• Career Coach GPT: The Complete Guide to ChatGPT Resume, Cover Letter, Interview, and Job Search Success by Jeremy Schifeling
• The Job Insiders
• Jeremy Schifeling on LinkedIn

David Nebinski, host of the Portfolio Career Podcast, chats with Ashley about how diversifying roles and experiences can lead to a more fulfilling and holistic career. They also delve into the transformational impact of sharing one's authentic self through creative projects and building a body of work.

Whether you're contemplating a career shift or looking to add more dimensions to your professional life, this conversation offers valuable advice on following your intuition and continuously learning. 

Career Advice You Never Got is produced by University FM.

1. Start small and maintain momentum
2. Break away from the “should’s”
3. Find ways to cultivate skills early and often
4. Get comfortable with being uncomfortable

Introduction and Welcome | 00:00 

Defining a Portfolio Career | 00:39

David's Career Journey | 01:53

Breaking the 'Should' Mindset | 04:22

Starting Something New | 08:48 

Building Skills and Confidence | 11:52 

The Power of Momentum | 23:15 

Final Thoughts and Advice | 27:44 

• Portfolio Career Podcast
• Free Podcasting Course
• David Nebinski on LinkedIn

This podcast is about one of the most important decisions you'll make in your life, and how you're probably doing it wrong. It’s not where you'll buy a house, who you'll marry, or if you'll have kids. It’s something bigger that impacts all of those important life choices –  your career. 

The way we make career choices is backwards. We follow outdated rules and listen to half baked advice from people who don't really know us. And as a result, we make career choices influenced by misinformation and insufficient knowledge of what's actually out there. 

This is Career Advice You Never Got.

Your host, Ashley Artrip, is a certified career coach and author of the book Career Design. She’s helped thousands of career changers make pivots to find more fulfillment and has studied what works and what doesn't. In each episode, hear Ashley chat with industry experts, coaches, and thought leaders. With their expertise, they’ll help you answer questions like: Should I go to grad school? When is it time to move on to a new company? How will my skills transfer to other career paths I might like more? 

Or just simply: I feel lost and stuck, what do I do?

Find the podcast, Career Advice You Never Got this summer.