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If you’ve ever felt like work is more complicated than it needs to be, you’re not alone — and today’s guest is on a mission to change that. Lisa Bodell is a globally recognized futurist, entrepreneur, and bestselling author of Why Simple Wins — a book so impactful, it’s required reading at Zoom. She’s advised the NSA, taught innovation at Google, and been named one of the Top 40 keynote speakers in the world.

In this episode of How I Got Hired, Lisa takes us behind the scenes of her fascinating career — from her early days at BBDO and Leo Burnett, to founding FutureThink way before "innovation training" was a thing, to helping leaders kill complexity and reclaim meaningful work. If you’re navigating a career pivot, drowning in busywork, or just craving clarity in the chaos — this conversation is packed with insights you don’t want to miss.

Follow Lisa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-bodell-futurethink/

Lisa's website: https://www.lisabodell.com/

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You know that person on LinkedIn who makes you stop scrolling — in a good way? That’s Lorraine K. Lee.

In this electric episode, Lorraine joins me to talk about:

• How she landed her first job in Silicon Valley (spoiler: it involved a barbecue)
• Why she ditched traditional journalism for tech—and never looked back
• The real reason she wasn’t getting promoted at LinkedIn (and what changed)
• Getting laid off... then launching a thriving speaking business
• Her path to becoming a LinkedIn Top Voice, keynote speaker, and now bestselling author of Unforgettable Presence

We also unpack what “presence” really means (hint: it’s more than just executive presence), and why your LinkedIn profile might be doing you more harm than good.

If you’ve ever felt like your hard work is going unnoticed, or that public speaking isn’t for “people like you,” this one’s for you.

Plug in, take notes—and prepare to be inspired.

Follow Lorraine on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorraineklee/

Get the book: https://lorraineklee.com/unforgettable-presence/

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This episode features an inspiring conversation with Olivier Onghena-t Hooft, an entrepreneur and author who believes in the power of noble purpose to drive careers and organizations toward meaningful impact. Through stories of his diverse career—from diplomacy to corporate leadership and a life-altering kidnapping—Olivier articulates the importance of developing a coherent life purpose. 

• Discover Olivier's multi-faceted career and how each role shaped his worldview 
• Hear about his harrowing experience of being kidnapped and its transformative effects 
• Understand the concept of noble purpose and why it matters in today’s work environment 
• Learn about Olivier's methodology for helping organizations align their purpose with their strategy 
• Explore the significance of taking time for personal reflection and the impact of sabbaticals 
• Reflections on the essence of caring leadership and the idea of ‘lovenship’ 
• Olivier shares insights on creating meaningful change and inspiring impact at various levels 

If you're seeking to ignite your career with purpose, don't miss the thoughtful insights shared in this episode. 

Follow Olivier:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/olivieronghena/

GINPI website: https://ginpi.eu/

Book: https://www.olivieronghena.com/noble-purpose/book-noble-purpose/ 

Personal website: https://www.olivieronghena.com/

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What if the key to a thriving career lies in embracing the unexpected? Discover the riveting journey of Gianpiero Petriglieri, a celebrated professor at INSEAD, who turned setbacks into stepping stones on his path to success. Sparked by the urging of his wife, Jennifer, Gianpiero's unconventional road to academia is a compelling testament to the power of self-belief and seizing opportunities. Together, we explore his unique insights on leadership, fear, and ego, revealing the profound impact of trusting oneself despite external doubts.

Journey with us as we unpack the delicate dance of professional and personal balance. Gianpiero sheds light on the enriching environment at INSEAD, where diversity and collaboration rewrite career scripts, transforming dreams into dynamic roles. Through shared experiences, we highlight the value of nurturing relationships that challenge and uplift, illustrating how embracing the unforeseen can lead to significant breakthroughs in both life and work. The episode paints a vivid picture of relationship-based leadership and its transformative potential.

Navigate the inner landscape of self-reflection and self-doubt as we discuss strategies to silence the critical inner voice. Gianpiero and I chat about the importance of supportive friendships, mentorship, and the courage to lean on others when self-assurance falters. These relationships act as anchors, providing the confidence needed to transcend limitations and reach new heights. By sharing personal stories and experiences, we unpack the profound shift that occurs when we open ourselves to developmental encounters, ultimately unlocking the door to personal and professional growth.

Learn more about GP:
On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gpetriglieri/
On the INSEAD Website: https://www.insead.edu/faculty/gianpiero-petriglieri
Blog on friendship: https://gpetriglieri.com/on-friendship-at-work/
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Join us for an insightful conversation with the esteemed Gianpiero Petriglieri, fondly known as GP, as he shares his remarkable journey from a doctor in psychiatry to a leading figure in executive education. GP, a Professor of Organizational Behavior at INSEAD, unravels his career transitions with humility and captivating storytelling. His transformation highlights the unexpected links between mental health and workplace dynamics, offering listeners a perspective on how leadership shapes our professional environments and our sense of belonging.

Throughout our discussion, GP and I reflect on the universal quest for meaning in our work lives, emphasizing the significance of shaping our environments and personal narratives. We delve into the serendipitous nature of career paths, the role of influential mentors, and the courage needed to break away from conventional career expectations. GP's journey, from training at the Tavistock Institute to teaching at prestigious institutions, is a testament to embracing vulnerability and the power of community support in finding one's niche.

The episode wraps up with a thoughtful exploration of what constitutes a "dream career," challenging the notion by acknowledging every job's inherent challenges. Through anecdotes, GP and I discuss the value of taking risks and the importance of emotional and social resources in navigating unique career paths. Whether you're considering a career pivot or seeking a sense of agency in your current role, this episode offers a rich tapestry of insights and stories that encourage embracing the unexpected and finding fulfillment in your professional journey.

Learn more about GP:
On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gpetriglieri/
On the INSEAD Website: https://www.insead.edu/faculty/gianpiero-petriglieri
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Could a Hollywood talent agent and film producer teach you how to navigate your career with resilience and creativity? That's exactly what John Tarnoff, our guest for this episode, has been doing after an impressive 50-year stint in the film industry. Hear firsthand how John, who contributed to iconic movies like "The Power of One" and "Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure," draws from his experiences to help others successfully transition through various career stages. From securing early roles to redefining oneself in later years, this conversation promises to shed light on turning job losses into opportunities for growth and learning.

Imagine leaving a secure career path only to face unexpected challenges. That's a reality I once navigated, stepping away from entertainment to pursue a tech startup, only to confront a major crash. Through networking and an open mind, I found new opportunities at DreamWorks Animation. This episode emphasizes the power of relationships and adaptability over traditional job applications, especially in mid-career stages. Through stories of transformation and serendipity, we highlight how self-discovery can lead you to your dream role, even when the path seems uncertain.

We also tackle some of today’s most pressing job market challenges, like ageism and navigating online job searches. Is the "Open to Work" banner on LinkedIn a proactive step or a misunderstood shortcut? Together with John, we discuss how to handle such perceptions and biases. By exploring the Japanese concept of ikigai, John offers a framework for aligning passion and profession, encouraging you to view career reinvention through a lens of intention and community support. Don’t miss his valuable resources and insights that can kickstart your own career transition journey.

Learn more about John Tarnoff here:

On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johntarnoff/
johntarnoff.com/blog (Blog)
midcareerlab.com (Company)

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In this enlightening episode of the How I Got Hired podcast, I explore the valuable career lessons inspired by the vibrant festival of Diwali. Listeners will discover how the themes of light, renewal, and community during Diwali can inform and transform their professional journeys. Join me as I share my meditations on what Diwali can teach us for our professional success!
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What if the path you set out on isn't the one you end up taking? Our guest, Michael Smith, embodies the courage it takes to redefine success. After thriving in the oil and gas industry, Michael co-founded a recruitment tech company, challenging the typical narrative of career stability. Journey with us as Michael revisits his roots, trading childhood dreams of aeronautics for a global career in energy, and ultimately, daring to leap into an entirely new field. His story is a testament to the power of adaptability and the exciting potential that comes with exploring different avenues.

Michael shares invaluable insights on nurturing talent and the role of encouragement and mentorship in personal and professional growth. As he recounts his rise to a maintenance team leader at Shell, Michael highlights the importance of demonstrating skills and resilience. Breaking free from societal expectations and finding validation beyond job titles is no easy feat, yet Michael's narrative shows us the rewards of stepping outside comfort zones and embracing one's true motivations. We also reflect on the transformative impact of becoming a parent and how it can reshape one's priorities, emphasizing that true fulfillment lies beyond material achievements.

As the world faced the COVID-19 pandemic, Michael encountered a critical period of introspection—his own "great reset." This episode uncovers how meaningful connections became paramount in his life, influencing both personal growth and his innovative approach to recruitment. Through video cover letters, Michael and his co-founder Paul are revolutionizing the hiring process, creating a more inclusive, human-centric experience that benefits both introverts and extroverts. Their vision challenges traditional norms, aiming to rehumanize recruitment and build a global workforce platform that connects individuals to opportunities like never before. Join us for a conversation that promises to inspire and reframe how you view success and career fulfillment.

Follow Michael on Linkedin here.
Learn more about UseVerb here: https://useverb.com/
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I’m speaking today with Winnie Auma who has had an extraordinary career and life.
Winnie grew up in extreme poverty in rural Africa and was the youngest of 15 children. She went on to pursue higher studies, including an MBA and an Emerging Leader at Harvard Kennedy School.
She is now the Chief Program Officer at Village Enterprise Fund that operates in 7 countries across Africa and has supported 275,000 people to start their own businesses.
Winnie has spoken at companies like Facebook, Google and the Rockefeller Foundation.

Learn more about Winnie:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/winnie-barbra-bb3a3062/

Learn more about Village Enterprse:
http://www.villageenterprise.org
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Ever wondered what it's like to get fired from a church? Join us as Kevin Monroe, a perpetual optimist, shares his and inspiring (and hilarious) journey, Kevin's story is filled with unexpected twists and turns.

One minute he's battling religious politics, and the next he's embarking on a wild adventure in the world of wireless sales. Along the way, Kevin discovers the power of gratitude, even in the face of adversity. Learn how he turned his setbacks into stepping stones, embraced his unique perspective, and found solace in the simplest of things.

With his infectious positivity and practical advice, Kevin will inspire you to embrace your weirdness and chase your dreams. Tune in for a heartwarming tale of resilience, self-discovery, and a whole lot of laughter.

Learn more about Kevin here:
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kevinmonroe
Website: https://www.imgratefulforyou.co/
Kevin's newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/i-m-grateful-for-you-7203385371152297984/

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In this episode of the 'How I Got Hired' podcast, I interview Julianna Yao Jorgen, a leadership and career coach who specializes in helping introverts advance their careers.
Juliana shares insights from her extensive corporate career across various geographies and industries, including her strategic career moves to work at BlackBerry and eventually transition to coaching. We discuss the myths surrounding introversion, the importance of visibility without boastfulness, and the realistic approach to transitioning from corporate roles to entrepreneurship. Juliana emphasizes the importance of accepting help from one's network and being unapologetically oneself in professional settings.

Follow Julianna:
Resources specially made for HIGH Podcast: https://jyy.link/high-podcast/
Website: https://www.jyycoaching.com/
Podcast: https://www.jyycoaching.com/podcast/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliannayauyorgan/

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My guest today is no ordinary coach. Claire Harbour is a true multi-hyphenate: coach, author, podcaster. She spent the first part of her career in General Management, Consulting & Executive Search in companies like Louis Vuitton and Egon Zehnder and has worked around the world in 17 countries in 8 languages. We are going to talk about this half and also her second half: why she made this move from working in a company to self-employed life and we will also cover her latest venture that has the word ‘love’, yes! It’s called Love Works, which aims to being more love inside companies!

Claire emphasizes the importance of aligning work with personal values and the significance of empathy and human connection in leadership. The interview showcases her passion for enthusiastic, enjoyable, and truthful coaching, as well as her commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Follow Claire on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clairemjharbour/
Follow Disrupt your Career the Podcast and get the Book here: https://disrupt-your-career.com/

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I’ve been following Sam Gratton for 4 years on LinkedIn, where I came across one of his videos that had all of my favourite components: it was educational, entertaining and energizing. Sam is the founder of Gratton Communications, a communication training firm that helps people with Business English and Public Speaking. His clients include CEO’s and the management teams at Air France KLM, Amazon, LinkedIn, ThyssenKrupp etc. Today we will go behind this journey and retrace the steps Sam took to move from banking, where he held senior roles at JP Morgan, Goldman Sachs and Banco Santander to starting his very own training firm from scratch.

There are so many cool stories, but my favourite one is at the end, make sure you listen till then!

Follow Sam on LinkedIn here.
Club Gratton: gratton.es
Listen to the podcast: https://www.clubgratton.com/podcasts
Get the book: The Adventures of Lola Badiola

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Join Dr. Mona Mourshed from Generation.org as we explore the magic of education and jobs. She's not your average leader; she's a trailblazer who's traveled from the Middle East to the forefront of changing careers. Our chat is packed with great insights. Mona explains how having a strong passion and connecting it with your goals can transform your life.

Let's applaud Generation.org's amazing achievements: 100,000 graduates in just two years, with 80% of them landing jobs! But it's not just about the numbers; it's about how deeply they're changing lives. We'll dive into how they keep going strong despite challenges, adapting and expanding like a nation's dreams.

We also tackle today's job market reality, talking about the importance of always learning and the gap between what companies say and do when hiring. With personal stories and career tips, this episode is a push for continuous growth and meaningful work.

Come along on this journey and discover why Generation.org gives hope to those navigating the job world. Get inspired, fuel your career dreams, and remember—the stories we share today could shape your tomorrow.

Follow Dr Mona on LinkedIn here https://www.linkedin.com/in/mona-mourshed/
Learn about Generation.org here: https://www.generation.org/

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Today’s episode is part of my series ‘Where are they now’ to check up on how some of my past guests are getting on and how sometimes the best laid plans can go differently.

Neil Bearden was a guest on the show back in Nov 2020 on episode 4  titled ‘The True Power of your story’ and if you haven’t listented to it yet, I highly recommend you do, because it is the most downloaded episode. Neil shared his unusual career story that led him to become a tenured professor at one of the world’s leading business schools and then simultaneously starting his own company. Since then, he left that tenured role, moved continents from living in Singapore to building a house in the woods in North Carolina and going full in with his business. And today we’re going to talk about how this journey has been. 

In this episode, among many cool things, we talk about: 

- 2021 and taking that proverbial leap. As a former professor of Decision Sciences, how did Neil make that decision. Rational, pro con list, or with gut and feeling?

 - State of Neil's business. Did clients come beating down his door and threw their credit card at him? Expectation vs reality

 - Who is Neil's client niche and his favourite kind of clients? How does he know they’re going to be successful?

 - How does Neil get noticed?

Catch my past episode with Neil here.

Follow Neil on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nbearden/
Neil's website: https://plotwolf.com/
Plot Wolf the podcast
 
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My guest today is recognised as one of the most influential negotiation professionals in the world and works closely with CEOs and decision-makers to help them get the best out of themselves and their teams. Lousin Mehrabi is trained and mentored by some of world's best (hostage) negotiators, is a Certified Professional Negotiator, speaks 5 languages, has 4 nationalities and no, she is not a secret agent but she does work closely with them. I have been following Lousin on LinkedIn for close to two years now, including every single post about her son Alex, and I’ve been wanting to have her on, so I was thrilled when she agreed to be on the show.

In this conversation, Lousin emphasizes the importance of self-improvement, empathy, and adaptability in negotiations, and highlights the need for peaceful negotiation with oneself. Lousin's insights shed light on the significance of personal growth and continuous learning in excelling as a negotiator.

Subscribe to Lousin's Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@lousinmehrabi
Follow Lousin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lousin-mehrabi/

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My guest today was once seen as the “face of failure” in the New York Times, so if there’s one thing he understands really well, it’s that the road to success is not always smooth. Suneel Gupta learned from his mistakes and went on to found RISE, a breakthrough wellness company recently bought by Amazon. Suneel is now a successful author and host of a docu series called ‘Business Class’. I loved his first book Backable which is about how to get buy-in from others to move your ideas forward, and his new book called Everyday Dharma has a very relevant premise: our job is the #1 predictor of our mental health. And yet, most of us seem miserable with what we do. Dharma is a timeless answer to the emptiness we feel — and a process for bringing joy back into our life and work.

Brace yourself for an inspiring and insightful episode as speak with this trailblazing entrepreneur and author. Picture this - the ups and downs of working at huge tech companies, an unexpected summer camp transformation, applying basketball recruitment strategies to a business, and the birth of a wellness company that caught Amazon's eye.

The conversation journeys into what it means to turn passion and ambition into your life's work. It involves a 'Game of Now' approach and discovering what truly sets your soul on fire. Oh, and did I mention, he'll also spill secrets on how to go from messy notes to a beautifully written book?
Intrigued much?
Unmissable episode!

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suneelgupta/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suneelkgupta/

Get Suneel's books here: https://www.suneelgupta.com/writing/
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We’ve had lots of guests on the show who quit their job, were called to a higher purpose, set their eyes on entrepreneurship and never looked back.

One thing we don’t often see is the mess that goes on behind the scenes. Karin Hurt’s story is one that deserves to be told, because Karin is no ordinary former 9 to 5’er who started her own training firm. Karin left a very well-paying job at Verizon after 20 years, and left a tonne of money on the table, so much so everyone around her told her she was crazy. Karin then started a training firm called ‘Let’s Grow Leaders’ with her husband David, and have together helped 10,000 leaders in 14 countries with their human centric approach to increase innovation and productivity without burning out.

Karin shares the trajectory of her career in great detail — from her unique academic journey to her unexpected leap into corporate roles, and finally her decision to pursue her own venture. Karin also sheds light on the concept of human-centered leadership, her encounters with workplace conflict, and her commitment to a communicative approach in dealing with these conflicts.

The episode tells a story of how an individual's passion for their work can lead to extraordinary success and the transformation of one's career path. It emphasizes the pivotal role that mentors play in recognizing this passion and the essential need for confidence and humility in leadership. We end with Karin giving advice on how to deal with organizational conflict, using her research as a reference.

This is a must listen episode!

Pre-order Karin's book here. (https://letsgrowleaders.com/conflict-phrases-book/)
Follow Karin on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/karin-hurt/)
Learn more about her company about Let's Grow Leaders (https://letsgrowleaders.com/)

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I’ve talked so much about LinkedIn on the show, and have brought quite a few personal branding and LinkedIn experts on here as well. My next guest however, is different. Donna Serdula is a LinkedIn Expert, speaker and author who wrote the Dummies guide… LinkedIn Profile Optimisation for Dummies. In this episode, we are going to learn directly from Donna on her own career and Powerful Positioning tips to Elevate & Accelerate Your Career.

Follow Donna on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/todonna/
Donna's websites:
https://www.linkedin-makeover.com/
https://visionboardmedia.com/
Donna's Book here.
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Join me from a LinkedInLive conversation on a perennially hot topic: the Applicant Tracking System. Let's learn with Ed Han, Wordsmith, Job Seeker Ally and Recruiter at Cenlar FSB. In this conversation from 2022, Ed and I talk about:

- What are some myths surrounding ATS's that we need to separate from facts?
- What does a job seeker need to know about ATS when sending a job application?
- What is it most recruiters wish people knew, before reaching out to them?

Follow Ed on  LinkedIn here.

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If I had a magic wand, I'd make this conversation compulsary listening in every single company in the world. It's THAT good. 

Mita Mallick is a LinkedIn Top Voice and a champion of Inclusion, Diversity and Equity. Mita was a guest in May 2022 and since then has written a book called 'Reimagine Inclusion', and we talk about the state of DEI today. And why we need yet another brown woman talking about inclusion, and why it matters.

Listen, take notes. Mita drops a lot of gems, and there's a tonne of career and life lessons in this episode. 

Follow Mita on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mita-mallick-2b165822/
Get her book Reimagine Inclusion: https://a.co/d/4VrKFeP

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My guest today is Ryan Patel. Ryan is a world-renowned go-to authority on global business, political economy & corporate governance. Ryan is a top on-air contributor on CNN and has been featured on Fox Business, New York Times, BBC, CNBC, Entrepreneur, Inc, Forbes, Nasdaq, etc and is an international keynote speaker whose clients include Adobe, Mastercard, World Economic Forum, The Wall Street Journal, The Economist, Reuters, HP, American Cancer Society, LEGO, London School of Economics, Wharton Business School, etc. 

Let’s talk about Ryan’s career and how he got here. 

In this episode we talk about:

-  What 10 year old Ryan wanted to be when he grew up, and what would he say if he could see grown up  on TV as a on-air contributor on CNN International, with his distinct style: colourful socks and comfortable shoes

-Ryan also shares snippets from his early career, which position was the most formative, how he got hired there, and lessons he still remembers today

 Ryan explains what he does today, because to the outside world, it looks like he has such a glamourous job, traveling around the world and speaking on world’s most impressive stages. What does a typical day look like?  

 - How Ryan stays up to date on the state of the global economy, tech, politics, entrepreneurship, leadership etc.  

- How Ryan deals with haters online...

And so much more!

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patelryan/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryanpatelglobal/

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 To introduce my guest, I’m going to steal some rather uncomfortable, inconvenient facts from her new book. For hundreds of years, Asians, especially Indians, have believed that if you are fair, light skinned, it means that you are superior. That’s right – white supremacy doesn’t just exist among white people. Sadly, this is still the case even in modern, ‘liberated’ India. Global sales of skin lightening products are expected to cross $8.9 billion by 2024, according to the World Economic Forum. 

Ever since the Black Lives Matter protests in 2020 following the brutal murder of George Floyd, my guest found herself sharing innumerable stories with her husband and kids about her painful past. Ever wondered what persistent bullying will do to a 6 year old in the long term? Ask a 45 year old. Ask Shweta Aggarwal. 

Shweta is an anti-colourism activist with a colourful life. A computer science engineer by trade, her passion is dance and writing. Shweta grew up in India and Japan, and has lived in the UK for almost 25 years. We have a lot to unpack with Shweta, and talk about things like how skin-tone bias affects racial equality at work and also, all things career pivots. 

Learn more about Shweta Aggarwal: https://shwetaaggarwal.com/
Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theblackroseway/
https://www.instagram.com/theblackroseway/
Get The Black Rose and Shweta's other books:
https://shwetaaggarwal.com/product/the-black-rose/
The semi-final at Britain’s Got Talent 2010:
https://youtu.be/5CnWXjr68p4?si=dlSl1w-0rpR3A29J

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My guest today is Robert Baker. Robert spent 42 years at Mercer Consulting, where he held senior roles leading Investment Consulting and Client Relationships across geographies and businesses, and also leading DEI for the international regions, before DEI was really as mainstream as it is today. So, what does Robert do after a rich 42 year career? He starts his ‘next stage’ portfolio career, using his power and privilege for good, and set up his own consulting firm, helping businesses, ecome more diverse and inclusive, especially training and coaching male leaders on how they can show up better for women and all genders at the workplace. 

In this episode, we talk about how Robert started at Mercer, how he navigated change, internal networks and politics during this long tenure and his advise to someone who in today’s world is told that they need to keep moving externally to continue to grow

 We also talk about Robert's company Potentia Talent Consulting and the mission behind it, what made him start, how he got signed on by his first few clients, and whether he misses being in corporate.

 We cover a fair amout on how to shattering stereotypes and biases, and how doing this helps all genders, men included. 

Let’s say there’s a woman listening today and thinking, I’m in a company where they talk a pretty talk, but walking the talk is a far cry. What would Robert recommend this woman do, and how can men show up better at work? The answer pleasantly surprised me!

Follow and learn more about Robert here:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-baker-potentia-talent-consulting/
The PWN webinar we referred to during the conversation is here. Even thought it has already passed, follow them and Robert to learn more about biases, stereotypes, equity and change.
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We are in for such a treat! My guest today is Selena Rezwani, Leadership Speaker and 3x author. Her advice has been featured in Forbes, LA Times, Washington Post, Oprah.com, Thinkers 50 and has recently written her book Quick Confidence: Be Authentic, Boost Connections, and Make Bold Bets on Yourself, and is all about hands-on, bite sized strategies for improving your confidence. We will learn about Selena and her career path and walk away with her favourite tips on quick confidence when we need it the most. 

In this epsiode we talk about Selena's early career where she wore two hats at various phases: consultant with companies like Deloitte & Great Place to Work, and journalist at NPR and Washington Post. 

Selena also shares what it was like going out there on her own 6 years ago. Making that bold move and leaving behind the comfort and cushion of big names, what was that like?

And what about Selena's OWN quick confidence?  Has she always had it, or did she have to work for/at it, and what helped her to get more confident, especially when the stages got bigger and shinier? Selena dishes it all, including her favourite frameworks she uses right before an important meeting. 

We also talk about her book, why she thinks it's needed and the journey to getting it published.

Follow Selena on social media:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/selenarezvani/
https://www.instagram.com/supercharge_yourself/
Selena's website where you can order the book:
https://www.selenarezvani.com/
Amazon link for the book here.
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My guest today is Kristina Mand-Lakhiani. Kristina is the co-founder of Mindvalley , the world’s most powerful platform with 20 million followers, who learn a wide range of categories from mind, body, soul, entrepreneurship, career. Kristina has been in the personal transformation industry for over 20 years and is an international speaker, entrepreneur, artist, philanthropist. But how did Kristina get here? And what’s next? We have a lot to learn from Kristina’s journey.

In this episode, Kristina shares what it was like to grow up in erstwhile USSR and how it impacted not only her childhood but also her early career and education choices.

We also talk about how to own our flawesome. And Kristina talks about how she did it,  especially when the stages (literal and metaphorical) got bigger and shinier?
She also shares her favourite frameworks for some of us who are ashamed of what they think are their flaws: a strong accent, lack of confidence, fear of public speaking, job hopping etc

And finally, we talk about what it was like to write and publish her first book. We covered a lot in this conversation, and hope you enjoy it as much as I did!


Order the Flawesome book here! 
Kristina's website: https://kristinamand.com/
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My guest today is Niraj Kapur. Niraj is many things. An award-winning executive, Niraj has worked in corporate London for 23 years. From small businesses to a national newspaper to FTSE 100 companies, he's experienced it all and shares his insight, knowledge, big wins and horrible failures. A sales trainer, TedX Speaker, LinkedIn Top Voice, book author of 3 books including ‘Everybody works in Sales’.

These are reasons enough to invite Niraj to the show, but I personally find Niraj to be one of the most transparent people who posts consistently on LinkedIn: the good, bad, ugly, all of it. It feels like we’re going along the roller coaster together and this is rare, especially on LinkedIn with all of the fronts people put on to get business. We have a lot to learn from Niraj’s journey .

In this episode, Niraj shares how his family emigrated from India in the early 1950's to London and eventually reached Northern Ireland.
We also talk about Niraj's stellar 25 year career in Sales, which started after his original plan to be a rock star didn't exactly pan out. 

This is a deeply intimate conversation, and I'm grateful to Niraj for sharing so openly with us. There's lots of storytelling, laughs, romance, sadness and ...well... real life stuff. Niraj leaves nothing out. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/nkapur/
Niraj's website and books: https://everybodyworksinsales.com/

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In this podcast episode, I interview Alan Stein, founder of Kadima Careers and former employee of top companies like Google, Facebook, Salesforce, and American Express. We talk about navigating internal politics, job loss, and transparency in the workplace. Alan shares his experiences getting hired at Google and emphasizes the importance of having someone open the door for you. He also talks about the importance of understanding power centers within an organization and building relationships with people who have decision-making ability. And of course, we talk all things layoffs and how they have been handled by big tech companies. 
Finally, Alan gives advice on how to navigate the job search process and negotiate job offers.
If you're deep in job search, you simply cannot afford to miss this episode!

Follow Alan Stein on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanjstein/
Alan's podcast: https://kadimacareers.com/podcast
Alan's company Kadima Careers: https://kadimacareers.com/

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My guest today is Jason Feifer. Jason is the opposite of a one trick pony. He’s a multi-hyphenate: Editor-in-Chief of Entrepreneur magazine, podcast host, book author, keynote speaker, startup advisor, and my personal favourite: non-stop optimism machine. In this episode, we are going to learn about Jason’s journey to, I know this is going to sound cliché and click-bait-y… embracing change. Because as much as we all know it’s important to understand and accept change, not a lot of us like it, let alone thrive in change. Fret not, Jason is here to show us how. 

We cover a LOT during this conversation, such as:

- Jason's career pre-Entrepreneur Media. In fact, we talk about his study choices during college and whether it was obvious to him from an early age that he was meant to be a journalist.  

- How Jason pitched dozens of magazines and how one landed at Washington Post

- Jason's time at small and large media houses: Men’s Health, Fast Company, Maxim Magazine etc. and whether there's one position that massively influenced how he shows up in the world today 

- Of course, we talk about about Entrepreneur magazine. What was the company like back in 2015? How did Jason get hired there and what helped him get from Executive Editor to Editor in Chief in a very short time (one year)?

- I geek out with Jason on a couple of chapters of his book to simplify the takeaways for you, whether you want to grow your career or company, or both. 

- Jason has met with and interviewed so many famous people Jason: Ryan Reynolds, Gary Vaynerchuk, Michelle Pfeiffer, Jimmy Fallon, etc. Which interview went surprisingly different from what he expected and what did he learn from the experience?

 - Jason's advice for someone who's in a career transition and how to best make the most of the situation, while being practical and aware of the day to day needs.

Subscribe to Jason's newsletter: http://onethingbetter.email/
Get Jason's book: https://www.jasonfeifer.com/book/
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In this episode of the "How I Got Hired" podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing Jenna Harrison, a mindset and business coach. Jenna shared her career journey with me, which included working in corporate roles, moving to Spain to work on a nude beach, and eventually becoming a coach. We covered a range of topics during our conversation, including salary negotiation, clarity in decision-making, and the power of mindset. Jenna emphasized the importance of being grounded in one's mission and taking risks to achieve new results. I found her story to be incredibly inspiring and I hope that our listeners will be motivated to pursue their passions and create fulfilling careers.

Introduction [00:00:06]
Sonal Bahl introduces herself and the purpose of the podcast, which is to share stories of people who have achieved success in their careers.

Jenna's Corporate Role [00:05:18]
Jenna Harrison talks about her favorite corporate role as an executive assistant for the chairman of a board of an S&P 600 company and how she learned about effective communication.

Salary Negotiation [00:09:31]
Jenna Harrison talks about negotiating her salary for the first time when she applied for the executive assistant role.

Corporate Roles and Salary Negotiation [00:11:13-00:13:52]
Jenna talks about her experience negotiating her salary for a fashion job and the importance of advocating for oneself.

Working on a Nude Beach [00:14:32-00:20:12]
Jenna shares her experience working on a nude beach in Spain and how she ended up managing a restaurant there.

Choosing a Career Path [00:15:47-00:20:12]
Jenna discusses her decision to pursue a career in Spain after college and how she made the decision to prioritize her personal values over a potentially lucrative career in the US.

Corporate Roles and Career Progression [00:20:50]
Jenna talks about her experience of being interrupted in her career progression and how she trusted herself to bounce back.

Starting The Uncommon Way [00:23:24]
Jenna explains how she started her coaching business, The Uncommon Way, and how she helps women entrepreneurs create their own businesses.

Importance of Clarity in Business [00:29:03]
Jenna discusses the importance of having true clarity in business and how it can help in attracting clients and building a successful business.

The Power of Words [00:35:25]
Jenna discusses the importance of shifting language to gain clarity and how our brain responds to different commands.

Adversity as a Supercharger [00:38:22]
Jenna shares how being rejected from a business mastermind program led her to write an application for the future, which she accomplished in just one month, supercharging her business.

Methodology for Clarity [00:31:59]
Jenna and Sonal discuss the methodology Jenna uses to help people gain clarity in their lives, careers, and relationships.

Jenna's self-concept [00:41:19]
Jenna talks about how her self-concept changed after applying to a mastermind and how it affected her behavior and beliefs.

Promoting Jenna's podcast [00:42:40]
Sonal promotes Jenna's podcast, "The Uncommon Way Business and Life Coaching Podcast," and encourages listeners to check it out.

Importance of leaving a review [00:44:12]
Sonal emphasizes the importance of leaving a review for her podcast to help it reach more people and fulfill her mission of helping others supercharge their careers.

Learn more about Jenna:
 https://theuncommonway.com/
https://theuncommonway.com/podcast/
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Today’s episode is part of my series ‘Where are they now’ to check up on how some of my past guests are getting on and how sometimes the best laid plans can go differently.

Jon Tesser was a guest on the show back in Dec 2020 on episode 10 titled ‘Dream Jobs & Dream Bosses’ and we chatted about his career at  NYC & Co, New York Magazine, Viacom. 

Since then, Jon has been through a layoff and a job change, and we need an update.

In this episode, we talk about it all:
- When a job turns out differently than what was described
- Being at the receiving end of ageism, racism and sexism
- How to detext any potential red flags during the final rounds of job interviews
- How therapy and meditation are tools in Jon's toolbox to build more resilience
.. and so much more

Brace yourself, there’s a lot more honesty than you might be used to!! Hope you enjoy the listen and learn as much as I did.

Follow Jon on social media:
Jon's LinkedIn
Jon's Instagram

Previous HIGH episode with Jon Tesser, episode 10

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Niall O’Caroll used to be in the Irish National Police for 18 years, then worked as a Performance Coach with British Gymnastics and as a Sports Psychologist with 27 individual Olympic champions in Canada, UK etc. Niall is now the global Chief of Partnerships at PepTalk, a team experience platform.

In this fascinating conversation, Niall spills all the beans:

- We talk about what it was like being in the police force in Ireland for the better part of two decades,

- How he got hired by the Canadian Olympic Committee, and what being an Olympic champion is actually like once the pomp and show is over

- What Niall has noticed to be the biggest trait most elite athletes have in common, and how us non-elite folks learn from them, especially during tough moments in our careers like layoffs and rejections

Follow Niall on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/niall-o-carroll-18065732/
‘Work’s broken’ podcast: https://www.peptalk.com/podcast
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My guest today is one of Asia Pacific’s 50 most influential and purposeful marketers. Sapna Chadha is VP Marketing at Google (at the time of this recording), based in Singapore and runs its consumer and business products in 12 geographies in India, Southeast Asia and South Asia. Prior to Google, Sapna was Chief Marketing Officer at American Express Banking, first in New York, and then in New Delhi. Sapna’s name is Indian and she looks Indian, but had never ever lived in India before moving with Amex. Today we are going to talk all things Google, YouTube, Marketing, being expatriated.

We talk about:
- How Sapna decided to take the less trodden path at Kellogg during her MBA
- Those 10 years at Amex with all the highs and lows
- How Sapna got hired at Google and how (a form of divine) timing made a big difference to actually getting into the company
- What life was like living in India as someone who looks Indian but never lived in the country
- What are some of the top traits Sapna looks for when recruiting for team members at Google
- Biases she has experienced repeatedly as a working mom and practical steps she is taking to change that for herself and everyone around her
- And so much more.

In a world where people only celebrate their successes publicly and leave the less flattering elements out, Sapna and her candid style are a breath of fresh air.
Follow Sapna on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sapna-chadha-1128671/
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My guest today is Deepa Purushothaman who worked at Deloitte for over 20 years and was the first Indian American woman and one of the youngest to make partner. While that is impressive in and of itself, that is not the only reason Deepa is on the show. Deepa wrote this on LinkedIn a couple of years ago: I left my 22 year old job and felt like I was jumping off the cliff of uncertainty during COVID, to write and launch a business. It felt scary, uncertain, and even a little frivolous at the time. Less than a year later, Deepa released her best-selling book ‘The First, The Few, The Only, How Women of Color Can Redefine Power in Corporate America’, and this is a conversation that we can ALL weigh in on, not just women or a certain race, we have a lot to learn from Deepa’s experience and work.

We cover a lot in this conversation:
-Deepa's journey to making partner,
-How there are so many Indian origin CEO's in the US but not near as many Indian women
-What 'work on your executive presence' meant as feedback for her
... and much more.

Learn about Deepa and her work here:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/deepapuru/
https://www.n2formation.com/
https://www.deepapuru.com/
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My guest today is a Dr Pal, one of California’s leading experts in the fields of gastroenterology and hepatology. There are 3 reasons I wanted to bring the good doctor on the show. 
Number one is it’s pretty cool to have a doctor on the show, second, are some startling facts: 13% of the world is obese, 39% of the world’s adults are overweight, 1 in 5 children are overweight, and we need to learn more about this, and Dr Pal has his own personal journey. Thirdly, Dr Pal, (full name Dr Palaniappan Manickam) is a content creator, with 800k followers across Youtube and Instagram! (I counted 600k during the time of recording and it just keeps growing!). Dr Pal makes useful videos using his charateristic humour and the theme is always ‘making yourself a priority’ so that you don’t need to hire doctors like him,  ever. 

We talk about the following:

- How the Indian steretype of having a doctor or engineer in the family was very much alive in his family and community growing up

- The journey to study medicine in India and then eventually in the US, with all of the pitfalls in between

- The obesity epidemic, the causes and some timeless pieces of advice for maintaining good health, coming from the doctor's own experience

-  The accidental start of Dr Pal's content creation journey: how it started and how it's going

Follow Dr Pal across social media:
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrPal
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.pal.manickam/

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My guest today is Frank O’Connell, who has had a long and illustrious career being CEO and President at some very well-known companies like Reebok, FOX Video Games, HBO Video, Gibson Greetings so many more. 
Frank has moved 25 times to new roles, across diverse industries and is now a well-known mentor to young professionals and a big proponent of taking risks to build successful careers and businesses. In fact, Frank has written a whole book on this theme: Jump First, Think Fast. In this conversation, Frank and I talk about the following:

- We cover Frank's long and illustrious career since 1966 and highlights the most memorable role of his career, at Indian Motorcycles, and how helped the company that had been out of business for 40+ years

- After working across multiple industries — from baked goods to sporting apparel to video games, Frank talks about what helped him to adapt and innovate at each company 

- Putting on the hat of CEO Frank, Frank shares the top 2-3 traits he repeatedly looked for, when recruiting his inner circle

Learn more about Frank O'Connell:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jumpfirstfrank/
Order Frank's new book Jump First Think Fast: https://jumpfirstthinkfast.com/
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My guest today is a Finance Firebrand, and Private Capital Advisor Sunaina Sinha, who is now at Raymond James, a global financial services leader whose total client assets are over $1.1 trillion. There are so many reasons for bringing Sunaina to the show. Even though Sunaina received her education at HBS and Stanford, her career has been anything but linear, something we love to see on the podcast ; there are so few women in this space; and so few women who look like me, especially who were not born in the countries they live and work in. 

In this conversation, Sunaina shares the following:

- How a scattered childhood in Africa and South East Asia that was often difficult at times, made her the person she is today
-What helped her application to stand out at Stanford and HBS
- Why she moved from Industrial to Chemical Engineering and then to Finance
- How Sunaina secured her first job post MBA at Bridgewater
- What her first boss said to her and how she never forgot those words
- What made her start her own company and how she got hired by her first few paid clients
- The reality of running her own business while being a mom to 3 kids and breastfeeding throughout those early years
- How her company grew and caught the eye of Raymond James, and what it's been like to go from employee to founder to employee
- Her greatest superpower, and you might be surprised with her answer
..and so much more

Follow Sunaina on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sunainasinha/
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My guests today are two very talented women who started a video production company, without any video production experience! 
Namrata Sirur, aka Nammy, has an MBA and worked in very serious sounding corporate roles with Schlumberger and Sysco Food and Beverage Services. My other guest Pavi Dinamani is a trained Chemical Engineer and has worked at companies like Amec Foster Wheeler. In 2016, both Nammy and Pavi left corporate behind and started this new adventure, which is this super successful video production company called Misfit Communications where they both show up exactly how they are. How did they get started, how’s it going let’s learn more about the OG Misfits.

 We talk about:

 -        What it was like being in Corporate America, as non-white women who aren’t originally from there

 -        How they got get hired in those first roles and what helped them stand out during the hiring experience

 -        How Nammy and Pavi met and what happened in 2016, and why they decided to not go back to corporate life

 -        How the idea for MisFit Communications was born and how they signed on clients and skilled themselves to learn video production professionally.

 Follow Misfit:

https://www.misfitcommunications.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/namratasirur/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/pavi-siva-dinamani/

https://www.instagram.com/misfitnammy/

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Today we’re speaking with Peter Zemsky, Deputy Dean at INSEAD, one of the top business schools in the world, where he wears multiple hats: Peter works closely with the Dean on leading and representing the school globally, while also being Dean of Innovation, while he's not teaching. We talk about all these roles, and I also ask him about the relevance of expensive business school education in today’s world with amazing and very affordable and open online courses.
 I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did, and stay till the end, because if you’re a regular listener, you know this one question I ask every single guest, and Peter’s answer to it, is definitely one of my favourites.

Follow Peter on LinkedIn here.
Learn about INSEAD: https://www.insead.edu/

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My guest today is an Indian born woman working in the US with a Mexican company. Tanu Grewal is based in Houston Texas and has had an unconventional career trajectory. Tanu is a marketing leader with experience in Branding + Performance +P&L + Operations which she claims is her superpower. Having worked at fortune 100 companies, she knows what good looks like and in start-up environments to know how to 'fly the plane while building it'.

Today we’re going to learn about Tanu’s journey from India to the US and how she secured a work permit, while facing innumerable obstacles, with sheer hard work, and I know this conversation will help you, no matter what your own background. 

Follow Tanu on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanugrewal/

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Pitching yourself for a new job is never easy. 
Pitching yourself when you live with anxiety, is harder. 
What's even harder? 
Pitching yourself to the BBC when you have a stutter. Or doing multiple professional speaking gigs, with that stutter.
The most courageous of all? 
Dressing up in a fancy dress costume (think skeleton onesie!) and showing up to a work meeting on Zoom. And then again as Darth Vader. Then again as Minnie Mouse.

Why on earth would anyone do that?? Listen to the episode to find out.

For my next guest, I want you to google the term ‘fancy dress dad’. Do it! 

Nicholas Jemetta is a Product Coach and Mental Health speaker and has worked at some of the top retailers in the UK, British Telecom, Ricoh, Reed and others. In June 2021, Nick decided  to go out and start his own consultancy. 

Nick lives and thrives with anxiety and says it is his superpower and believes firmly that our mental health doesn’t define us.

Learn more about Nick's services here:
https://linktr.ee/nicholasjemetta

Follow Nick on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholasjemetta/

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Today’s conversation will be with a very very courageous woman: Lisa Bowman. Lisa has held Executive level marketing roles at UPS and was most recently the global CMO for The United Way, the international network of over 1,800 local nonprofit fundraising affiliates. 
Why do I call Lisa brave? Lisa experienced harassment at her job, spoke up, made some people uncomfortable, and was eventually flat out fired as retaliation for speaking up.  Listen to this excerpt:

“I am a big believer that experiences mean nothing if you don’t learn from them. When this experience chose me, it offered me the opportunity to learn and educate others on the hard reality: if you don’t speak up for yourself, sadly, nobody will do it for you. With the continuing increase in stories of workplace harassment, along with the by now predictable failures of so many organizations to respond appropriately, it’s understandable that employees end up feeling helpless and more likely to give up rather than stand up and fight, believing that self-preservation and silence in an effort to protect their careers are the smartest courses of action.”

One of the reasons for having Lisa on the show is that she’s going through her journey, as we speak. This isn’t a ‘now that all the bad stuff is behind you, let’s talk’ type of interview. And we live in this twisted world where the person who does the wrong thing, walks away completely unscathed, and the one who is violated, is punished. This is a conversation that is very much needed.

Follow Lisa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisabowmanprofile/
Lisa's book: https://www.amazon.com/Harasshole-Cautionary-Americas-Favorite-Charity/dp/1957084030

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It's episode 100 of How I Got Hired! And I can't think of a better way to mark the occasion than share this conversation with you.
My guest today is a very talented actor who has starred in hugely successful productions like the Homeland series, as well Hindi movies like The Lunchbox (screened at the Cannes Film festival), Airlift and more recently, Dasvi. We are going to chat with Nimrat Kaur and trace her career of nearly two decades.

In this revealing chat, Nimrat talks about:

- How Nimrat got accepted into a prestigious college and decided to leave it behind to pursue a career in acting, and how her family responded

- How Nimrat started her career in print and TV ads, working in theater, and how she got her first big break, after many years of ups and downs, that changed her career trajectory.

- Taking a different path from what is typically seen in Indian commercial cinema, which tends to be heavily stereotyped by performers’ dancing and lip syncing, predictable scripts and women being in supporting roles. We also talk about how this decision to carve her own path played out pragmatically especially in the early days (bills to pay while still being authentic to who you are.)

- How an actor like her defines success

- Some cool and exciting projects she is currently working on (I can't wait for 2023 and watch Nimrat in Happy Teacher's Day!)

Hope you enjoyed this conversation as much as I did!

Follow Nimrat on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/nimratofficial/

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My guest today is The LinkedIn Unlocker Angus Grady. But wait, there's much more to Angus than LinkedIn, so much more.
I met Angus on Clubhouse around 18 months ago and my jaw drops every single time I hear Angus speak. The words flow out like honey, but wait, that’s not the only reason I have invited Angus on the show.
Angus and I are going to be talking about some darker facets of life, like alcohol addiction, and the fact that Angus has been sober since 2004. In fact, during a recent chat, Angus wrote to me:

Sobriety is, like wearing several pairs of glasses at once, everything is clear, bright and so colourful. I remember my very first sober autumn and wondering why people weren’t standing and staring at the colour of the leaves. I had missed so much with my eyes half open.” If you or someone you know is recovering from any kind of addiction, I know this conversation will help you. Heck, no matter what, this conversation is golden!

Angus shares all kinds of tools with us today: to unlock LinkedIn, to overcome addiction and to just, be better, day after day.

Happy Birthday Angus, that lovely post is here.
Follow Angus on social media:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/angusgrady/
https://twitter.com/AngusGrady

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My guest today is like no other. Truly, one of a kind.

Tova Leigh is a Writer, Performer and Content Creator with over 2 million followers on social media. But wait, she’s not like other writers and performers out there. She creates viral videos about feminism and women’s rights in a way that educates and entertains. I mean, Tova is seriously funny. And today to talk about Tova’s career, which started out as an Employment Attorney and then switched to the performing arts. 
Tova has performed at one woman comedy shows around the world and is the author of the books:  ‘F*cked at 40: Life Beyond Suburbia, Monogamy and Stretch Marks’ and ‘You Did What?’, a collection of funny and outrageous confessions from every day people from around the world, which was released in September 2021.

In this episode, we cover a LOT.
- How Tova started out as an Employment Attorney in Israel and how she ended up as a full-time performer on stage in the UK!
-How she has developed the 'resilience' muscle from constant rejections, past and present and how you can too
- How her web series got featured by Amazon and garnered global attention
- What it's really like parading on LinkedIn in your swimsuit and underwear to draw attention to the world's toxic obsession with a woman's weight.
...and so much more!

Follow Tova Leigh:
Her website, with links to her best-selling books: https://tovaleigh.com/
Social media:
https://www.instagram.com/tova_leigh/
https://www.instagram.com/theleighshavearrived/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tovaleigh/
https://www.tiktok.com/@tova_leigh
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My guest today is Ben Lampkin. Who’s Ben Lampkin, I hear you ask. Well, you may not have heard of Ben, but I can guarantee you’ve definitely heard of his boss, Sir Elton John! Ben is Managing Director of Rocket Sports, a sports marketing business specialising in talent management, brand partnerships, etc, co-founded by Elton John.

 While that’s a pretty cool thing in and of itself, it’s not the only reason I’ve invited Ben to the show. Ben has had a non-traditional career path, and stopped studies after high school. I’m grateful to podcasting as a medium, because with this conversation, I want to showcase that there are multiple ways to be successful. 

In this warm and forthcoming exchange, Ben shares with us:
- his unconventional career journey, 
- how he got hired by Rocket Sports, 
- how he and his team make a decision to sign on new talent,
... and so much more.

Follow Ben on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-lampkin-3aba9724/

Book by Ben's cousin Dougin Lampkin: https://www.amazon.com/Trials-Error-Dougie-Lampkin-author/dp/1471170616/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8
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1. Share the podcast with three of your closest friends! And please leave a great review on Apple Podcasts here or Spotify here (tap on the three-dot menu under the cover art of the podcast) , as it would mean a lot to me and hopefully help others discover it.

 2. You will love my emails called Charge-Up! I send them once every few weeks.. they're no fluff no spam, where I share my favourite career insights from movies, TV shows, news and my own personal experiences, that I don't share anywhere else. Make sure you sign up here!  

3. Come hang out with me LIVE on LinkedIn and Youtube every Friday at 2 pm CET where I answer your questions and often bring in fab guests:

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My guest today is a US Army Colonel turned Uber driver. True Story! I’m going to take an excerpt from a LinkedIn post of his that blew up in May 2022 and got 60,000 likes and thousands of comments and shares:

“I was kind of a big deal, at least I thought. I worked for some of the most recognized names in defense, served at a few national agencies. Then I started Model Citizen Coffee Company and realized - I need more money! So, between writing business plans and developing product lines, I drove an Uber and managed a 4.9999999 star rating - thank you Mr. 3 Star, blew-up my 5-star rating.
 
 Here's what I learned in the experience. Nobody cared that I was "Kind of a Big Deal”. I asked my Uber riders lots of questions, and empathized with: Funny thing is, only 3 out of 453 passengers I delivered ever asked about my story. Perhaps the 450 thought Enrique Camacho, was a middle aged immigrant supporting his family the best way he could, with a limited skill set and future.
 
 Truth bomb hit me. We're only as good as our last race. People don't really care what we've done. They're interested in what we can do for them today and tomorrow. It's not a bad thing, it's a realization that we must continuously learn and grow, so we don't stagnate.

This conversation is a brilliant lesson in checking ego, taking baby steps, facing the fear and doing it anyway.
Hope you enjoy it as much as we did!

Follow Enrique and Model Citizen Coffee on Social Media:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/enrique-n-camacho/
https://www.instagram.com/modelcitizencoffee/
https://www.facebook.com/ModelCitizenCoffee
https://modelcitizencoffee.com/
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Liked this episode? A few things:

1. Share the podcast with three of your closest friends! And please leave a great review on Apple Podcasts here or Spotify here (tap on the three-dot menu under the cover art of the podcast) , as it would mean a lot to me and hopefully help others discover it.

 2. You will love my emails called Charge-Up! I send them once every few weeks.. they're no fluff no spam, where I share my favourite career insights from movies, TV shows, news and my own personal experiences, that I don't share anywhere else. Make sure you sign up here!  

3. Come hang out with me LIVE on LinkedIn and Youtube every Friday at 2 pm CET where I answer your questions and often bring in fab guests:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonalbahl/ 

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My guest today is based in Montreal, Canada and has worked 13+ years at the number one beauty company in the world: L'Oréal, during which she received 7 promotions in under 10 years. Tiffany Uman is now a full-time Career Strategy Coach empowering ambitious professionals to fast track their own success, a mission right after my own heart.

 In this enlightening conversation, Tiffany talks to us about getting hired at L'Oréal in a very competitive environment and what helped her to stand out. 

 For sure, I wasn’t going to let Tiffany go without talking to us about how she received those 7 promotions in 10 years and her favourite tips to accelerate our our career journey to get noticed by the right people.

 We also talk about what made Tiffany give up this fast-track career and start out on her own and how initially she got hired by her very first paying client!

I hope you enjoy this chat as much as we did!

Follow Tiffany on social media:
https://www.instagram.com/tiffany.uman/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffany-uman-career-strategy-coach/
Website: https://www.tiffanyuman.com/


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Liked this episode? A few things:

1. Share the podcast with three of your closest friends! And please leave a great review on Apple Podcasts here or Spotify here (tap on the three-dot menu under the cover art of the podcast) , as it would mean a lot to me and hopefully help others discover it.

 2. You will love my emails called Charge-Up! I send them once every few weeks.. they're no fluff no spam, where I share my favourite career insights from movies, TV shows, news and my own personal experiences, that I don't share anywhere else. Make sure you sign up here!  

3. Come hang out with me LIVE on LinkedIn and Youtube every Friday at 2 pm CET where I answer your questions and often bring in fab guests:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonalbahl/ 

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/SuperChargeYourself

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My guest today has worked with CNN, Huff Post, Business Insider, HSBC, LinkedIn, and even at a top gaming company in Hong Kong. Chris Anderson recently moved back to his native California after some very adventurous years in South East Asia. There are 3 reasons I wanted to bring Chris on the show:

a)     Chris not only talks about career pivots, one of my favourite topics, but has also lived it

b)     The one theme in most of Chris’ career is related to content: managing it, mastering it, learning what works and what doesn’t

c)      Chris spearheaded the ‘Top Startups’ while at LinkedIn News and I want to talk about start ups: the good, the bad and the ugly. 

In this episode,  Chris and I cover a lot of topics, including:

- How he got hired at LinkedIn and how life changed within a couple of months when Covid hit SE Asia.

- Applying to listed jobs vs the hidden job market

- How everyone is a content creator to some degree, and how we can up our game 

We really enjoyed this conversation, I hope you do too!

Follow Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris77/
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1. Share the podcast with three of your closest friends! And please leave a great review on Apple Podcasts here or Spotify here (tap on the three-dot menu under the cover art of the podcast) , as it would mean a lot to me and hopefully help others discover it.

 2. You will love my emails called Charge-Up! I send them once every few weeks.. they're no fluff no spam, where I share my favourite career insights from movies, TV shows, news and my own personal experiences, that I don't share anywhere else. Make sure you sign up here!  

3. Come hang out with me LIVE on LinkedIn and Youtube every Friday at 2 pm CET where I answer your questions and often bring in fab guests:

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This episode is from a Youtube video of mine where I share how the latest NYT best seller by Gary Vaynerchuk can actually help your job search and career development. I do this by going over the 12 and a 1/2 emotional ingredients mentioned in the book and how they can help the common scenarios during job search, like interviewing, and also others we all face during our career. 

Resources mentioned during the podcast:
How to negotiate salary: https://youtu.be/4VBjjkbEthY

How to answer 'greatest weaknesses' in interviews: https://www.superchargeyourself.com/weaknesses

Best networking tip ever:
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/sonalbahl_networkingskills-networkingtips-jobseekers-activity-6611236996322992128-_zyT

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Liked this episode? A few things:

1. Share the podcast with three of your closest friends! And please leave a great review on Apple Podcasts here or Spotify here (tap on the three-dot menu under the cover art of the podcast) , as it would mean a lot to me and hopefully help others discover it.

 2. You will love my emails called Charge-Up! I send them once every few weeks.. they're no fluff no spam, where I share my favourite career insights from movies, TV shows, news and my own personal experiences, that I don't share anywhere else. Make sure you sign up here!  

3. Come hang out with me LIVE on LinkedIn and Youtube every Friday at 2 pm CET where I answer your questions and often bring in fab guests:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonalbahl/ 

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/SuperChargeYourself

4. Share your favourite takeaways and tag me on your Instagram and LinkedIn.

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