Career Blast in a Half – Details, episodes & analysis

Looking at my 2024 whiteboard, some of my goals will go unchecked.

→ But my clients crushed theirs.

→ Making the big bucks

→ Landing huge 15/10 roles

All while overcoming ageism

→ Building new networks to last a lifetime

→ Leading companies and changing industries

→ Lifting others up without a second thought.

I’ve described it as the year of EVERYTHING. 

And you top the list. 

• You’ve listened

• You’ve shared

• You’ve subscribed and written reviews. 

THANK YOU! 

I strive to continue to bring you new guests that honor your time

Challenge your mind

And reframe your thinking. 

This week we’ll keep it short, with key takes from 13 this year’s most listened to episodes. 

Full episodes are here: 

1. Your First Step On LinkedIn I Jasmin Alic 
2. Awkward? Good! | Henna Pryor
3. Time Rich? Energy Poor? | Simon Alexander Ong
4. How To Become Unignorable I Communicate Like 1% of CEOs I Oliver Aust
5. How To Be A Likeable Badass And Why It Matters I Alison Fragale
6. The Universal Ism, Ageism I Dealing With It In Your Career (Pt 1) I Maureen Clough
7. Copy For C-suiters, Words That Win Jobs I Adam Knorr
8. Storytelling IS Everything I Michael Margolis
9. Find Your Unique Voice (Even If You Think You Lost It) I Melissa Cohen & Julie Michelle Morris
10. What's The Difference Between Culture Fit & Culture Climate? I Dr. Colleen Saringer
11. You’re A Legend In the Making: Secrets to Executive Transformation I Howie Chan
12. Soothing Lies: Debunking Self-Care Fairytales I Randi Braun
13. Mindfulness In Your Career Is BS | Steve Ware

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What if Success Didn't Require Selling Out?  

What if the conventional startup playbook is wrong?

Sharon Gillenwater sold her tech company in 2022 for $25M. 

But that's not the interesting part. 

The interesting part is how she did it. 

By ignoring almost everything Silicon Valley says you "must" do to succeed.

Whether you're dreaming of starting your own venture, stuck in a soul-crushing corporate job, or simply tired of feeling like success requires compromise, 

Sharon's story offers a powerful alternative. 

She candidly shares how she overcame imposter syndrome, bootstrapped a successful company, and maintained her integrity while building serious wealth.

Find out: 

Why Being an Outsider is an Asset? 

When everyone in your industry sees the world the same way, 

What happens when someone like you shows up with fresh eyes? 

Sharon did, and she spotted an opportunity hiding in plain sight.

How Fear Is  Driving Your Decisions? 

Sharon developed a simple test: "If my bank account had an extra $100K, 

Would I make the same choice?" 

What changes when you remove scarcity from your decision-making?

What If Your Critics Are Scared For You? Here's the thing about naysayers, especially family: 

Their doubt often comes from love. 

What shifts for you when you see it from that perspective? 

The Point Is:

The market is hungry for people and businesses that make things better.

Not just better products, but better ways of working, better ways of treating people, better ways of measuring success.

Sharon's story isn't about being nice or being profitable. 

It's about being both. 

And maybe that's the revolution you've been waiting for.

Her new book, "Scaling with Soul," isn't just a memoir. 

It's an invitation to rethink what's possible for you in your career.

Are you ready to accept?

Grab a copy of Sharon’s book: Scaling with a Soul 

Sharon’s  Website

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It’s unavoidable, and it’s happening right now.

You’re aging. 

But no matter what age you are something is going on. 

• In your 20’s or 30’s you’ll experience youngerism
• In your 30’s or 40’s, it’s middle-ageism
• Over 40? straight up ageism

And, then there’s “lookism” and “genderism” especially for women. 

This week my favorite AGE gal pal Maureen Clough, the host of the incredible podcast

“It Gets Late Early”. 

She rips the bandaid off tech’s dirty little secrets but ageism doesn’t start or end there. 

In this episode find out: 

• The shocking truth about ageism's reach and how it manifests across different industries. 
• How changing your perspective CAN influence those around you.
• Risk vs. Rewards: uncovering potential consequences and benefits of addressing ageism head-on.
• Why public backlash matters– like in cases of Indeed's rapid response vs.  slower reactions from giants like LinkedIn.
• And, what the bigger case for ROI Inclusion is and how age-inclusive policies can lead to increased profits and market share.

Maureen Clough is the genius host of It Gets Late Early, a show about getting older in Tech. | She’s been featured in WIRED, Business Insider and Inside Edition 

Maureen is an ex-journalist who somehow found herself in the tech world, and then discovered that I was “old” for tech even before I hit 40. This was the genesis of It Gets Late Early, which is all about the experience of getting older in the youth-obsessed tech industry. She is  starting the conversation about age bias in the corporate world with the intention of making things better for all of us - employers included.

Follow here here: 

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

Listen to It Gets Late Early Here 

https://www.itgetslateearly.com/podcast

Want to change the future of the tech workforce together?

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𝘐’𝘮 𝘓𝘰𝘳𝘦𝘯 𝘎𝘳𝘦𝘪𝘧𝘧, 𝘌𝘹𝘦𝘤𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘊𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘳 𝘚𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘴𝘵.

𝘐 𝘦𝘮𝘱𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘳 𝘦𝘹𝘦𝘤𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘴 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘠𝘖𝘜 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘵𝘰𝘥𝘢𝘺'𝘴 𝘶𝘯𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘷𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘦𝘴

𝘵𝘰 𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘪𝘳 𝘴𝘦𝘢𝘵 𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘵𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘍𝘈𝘚𝘛𝘌𝘙, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘌𝘈𝘙𝘕 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦. 

R𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙮 𝙩𝙤 𝙣𝙚𝙭𝙩 𝙡𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙡 𝙞𝙣 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙟𝙤𝙗 𝙨𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙘𝙝 𝙩𝙤 𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙮𝙚𝙖𝙧 𝙤𝙧 𝙌𝟭?

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Roughly 28% of Americans have laid off in the last two years. 

The repercussions – no one needs to tell you. 

Whether it’s the first time it’s ever happened to you

Didn’t see it coming 

Or suspect ageism caused it

You need a way and place to deal with it to heal from it. 

To go from “what if” to “imagine if” 

To allow for redirection out of the ashes of resignation.

And get real and vulnerable to rebuild and recover the identity you had. 

Laura Krauss, also known as “layoff Laura” didn’t take her layoff lying down.

She made it public, yes for herself

But also for you

And for those who are grieving – going through the layoff phases and stages

In this episode we address some lesser known facts around layoffs: Why and how the emotional impact of layoffs often outweighs financial hits

Why age  doesn’t have to be a source of shame and how to use it for what’s next

How to craft your new personal narrative to navigate post-layoff challenges.

Plus: where to go and how to access Laura’s growing community 

“The Layoff Cooties Couch” – the safest seat to connect with others healing from the emotional trauma of a layoff.

After 20+ years as high producing global sales executive, Laura Krauss was blindsided and laid off. Shocked and unsupported by her coworkers, she vulnerably started sharing her story on Linkedin in Nov. of 2023. 

Since then her life has changed. And it hasn’t been easy or over produced (like this episode). 

She’s been raw and real in her personal journey through a layoff,  the emotional impact, the importance of community, and the need to destigmatize layoffs. 

She emphasizes the stages of grief experienced during this transition and the significance of finding one's identity beyond work. 

Laura also highlights the healing power of vulnerability and the importance of mindset shifts for job seekers, particularly in addressing ageism and crafting a personal narrative post-layoff.

Follow Laura!

Preorder her upcoming book The Layoff Cooties, It’s Them, Not You here: 

https://www.rippleeffectsales.com

Join her community here:

https://the-layoff-cooties-couch.mn.co/plans/1445282?bundle_token=5ba606b766144cc96320fb833098a7c9

Ever found yourself in the heart-wrenching reality of change? 

> Your nakedness can feel even more naked (especially in private) 

> You feel lost in the storm of the unknown

> You’re confronted with peeling back the layers but, what’s underneath? 

Change is complex

> So where can you start unraveling so you can rise? 

> How can you get grounded in turbulent times? 

> How can you extract the insights while managing all the emotions?

Start right here. 

This week Renee DeVore breaks it down, with a firm hand and gentle heart

Find out: 

• How to listen to your inner guidance
• Where to lean in, to navigate change without white knuckling it
• How to build self acceptance, intuition and empowerment to see things differently

Bonus:

Find out why: "Nothing happens to us, it always happens for us."

Renee DeVore guides people through transformative change, helping them unlock a deeper awareness of who they are to help them overcome: 

• Feeling like you’re constantly giving to others but leaving nothing for yourself
• Struggling to balance empathy with standing up for your own needs
• Navigating feelings of guilt when you prioritize yourself
• Battling imposter syndrome and self-doubt
• Striving to live up to external expectations while longing to feel fulfilled
• Losing touch with your sense of purpose and personal joy

Legends are people like you and me who ask themselves: 

What was this all for? 

Am I living up to my  fullest potential 

What is the story I want to tell 

What do I want to leave behind?

Our week’s guest is Howie Chan.

He’s on a quest for legendary, building legendary brands.

In this episode you’ll find out:

• The pillars of becoming a legend (ice baths not included) 
• How to reframe self-promotion so both you and others can benefit
• The power behind the Be, Do, Have Philosophy
• And how to get out of the trap of quick-fix, instant-result mindset.

Plus the myths around charisma guaranteed to surprise you!

Howie Chan is on a mission: To help 1 million people live their version of legendary.

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LEGEND LETTERS

The weekly newsletter that gives you the best strategies from scientific research and legendary figures on self-mastery and influencing human behavior. I cover topics like persuasion, charisma, and high-performance living - in your inbox - every Sunday.

Connect with Howie https://www.linkedin.com/in/howiechaniam/

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Website: https://www.portfoliorocket.com/

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

What if the path to your best self doesn't run to a bar, but away from it? 

> What if sobriety isn't about what you lose, but about what you gain? 

> What if it delivered clarity, health, and a renewed sense of self?

> What if you’re functioning well on the surface but feel the weight of alcohol pulling you down? 

Welcome to a pivotal “sober curious” conversation in this week’s episode.

Find out:

> Why 30% of Americans have chosen to stop drinking

> Who is leading this movement (pssst it’s not who you think)

> How sobriety is impacting cultural shifts towards alcohol's role in society

++ Tips on how to navigate social situations and decline the drink without feeling pressured or excluded.

This episode is for those who may be at the crossroads of deciding to let go of alcohol and grasp a fuller, richer life. 

Join me and Brittany Young as we explore how stepping away from the drink is her story (and mine) and could be yours toward true achievement and authenticity

Brittany is an executive sober coach and speaker, focusing on helping high-achievers replace alcohol with life-enhancing tools for success and freedom through her Breakthrough BS Method™. Her philosophy centers on empowerment and transformative growth, replacing dependency with purposeful living

Connect with Brittany https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittany-young-7aa2775a/

Connect with me, Loren

Website: https://www.portfoliorocket.com/

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

You’ve been noticing that your job search is taking forever

Your career is moving in slow motion

You’ve been waiting and waiting for the offer to come

Election years will do that

You want to get a handle on the red flags 

If you’re better off seeking a full time or contract role? 

And what your long  vs. short tenure can signal 

It’s all here for you thanks to our guest Erica Reckcamp

Whether you’re in a search, expecting a promotion, raise or bonus

Find out: 

• How this election year will impact the labor market for the rest of 2024  
• How to delicately address upcoming shifts in power and policies 
• How to increase the value of your candidacy when risks are higher
• Who you need to networking with, that most don’t know about

Erica Reckcamp is one of my most trusted resume partners for 

C-Suite Board, and Executive job seekers. 

With years of 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆-𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 she knows what works. 

Connect with Erica https://www.linkedin.com/in/erica-reckamp

https://www.thecaptivators.com/

Connect with me, Loren

Website: https://www.portfoliorocket.com/

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

No one doesn’t have imposter syndrome. 

The question is which one

There are 5 types (who knew) 

I have them all but in varying degrees

This week we’re bringing back one of our 

All time most listened to episodes with Jule Kim

Find out: 

• How Imposter Syndrome annoyingly explains away our success
• What are the 5 types of Imposter Syndrome
• How they present themselves on the surface
• How do they can sneak out unexpectedly

Jule is an Imposter Syndrome expert she understands 

from the inside out 

Law school drop out, turns top amateur gamer, Microsoft Technical Editor, Amazon Content Manager, Headshot Photographer to executive leadership coach. 

Connect with Jule Kim

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

Website: https://adviceactually.com/

Get Jule’s self love card deck here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0593690303?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details

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Website: https://www.portfoliorocket.com/

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Email: [email protected]

It’s easy for executives to feel overwhelmed on LinkedIn

The platform is robust

And drives far more impact than a parking spot for your resume

But before you throw your hands up

Let’s focus on first things first

Our guest this week Jasmin Alic is living proof that great teachers

Help others to get great

Who doesn’t want to know how he does it

So you can too

Find out: 

• How to budget your time when time constrained on Linkedin 
• The three things you need to optimize your profile and turn it into a one-shot landing page?
• How to uncomplicate what you want others to do once they get to your profile

Connect with Jasmin

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

Book a call with him: https://calendly.com/jasmin-alic/linkedin?month=2024-02

Connect with Loren:

Book a Discovery Call https://www.portfoliorocket.com/

Get Your Free eBook: How To Access The Hidden Job Market

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