The Career Builder's Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

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The Career Builder's Podcast

Lisa Plain and Mike Bird

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Frequency: 1 episode/8d. Total Eps: 106

Conversations that build careers, with Lisa Plain (Petkovsek) and Mike Bird. A bi-weekly show for 20- and 30-somethings who take their careers (but not themselves!) really, really seriously.

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🇩🇪 Germany - careers
11/02/2026
#100
🇨🇦 Canada - careers
02/09/2025
#94
🇨🇦 Canada - careers
01/09/2025
#51
🇨🇦 Canada - careers
14/07/2025
#63

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https://www.coachoiseau.com/
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https://careerbalancecoaching.com/
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https://www.stacypollack.com/
8 shares

https://www.linkedin.com/in/madelinemann/
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorengreiff/
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/abelcak/
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Departure, Reflection and Hiatus

Episode 106

Thursday, December 30, 2021 • Duration 24:03

The first chapter of The Career Builder's Podcast comes to a close as Lisa departs the show. Tune in for a reflection of 106 episodes of work and lessons learned, and an announcement from Mike about the future of TCBP.

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Hacking the Modern Job Search with Mark Anthony Dyson

Episode 105

Thursday, December 16, 2021 • Duration 36:42

A veteran career advisor, writer, podcaster and live show host, Mark Anthony Dyson dishes on how the modern job search has become a lifestyle.

Starting Slow to Go Fast in a New Role

Episode 96

Wednesday, August 11, 2021 • Duration 25:17

Taking your time early on in a new role can open you up for a more efficient and productive overall start. Both Stacy and Mike are starting out in new jobs and seize the moment to share their findings of a slow start.

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What Professionalism Means Today

Episode 6

Wednesday, November 6, 2019 • Duration 39:18

Topics Covered

The definition of professionalism has changed and is important to be aware of because it can impact your reputation, ability to advance and ability to build trust
Considerations in professionalism:
- Physical appearance
- Communication style: in-person, email, IM
- Actions in the workplace: dependability
- Social media: are you building trust?
- Attitude/mentality/emotional intelligence: how you react/respond
- Private life conversations: TMI or not enough? (i.e. Too much information?)
Are you delivering on your work; are you earning the money you're being paid?
Professionalism changes by company, find one that fits your style
How do you gauge professionalism in the workplace?
If you're not sure, ask!
Our best practices and key dos & don'ts of professionalism
And the great debate: emojis in emails, yes or no?

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Seeking Out and Leveraging Informational Interviews with Stacy Pollack

Episode 5

Wednesday, October 30, 2019 • Duration 36:20

Topics Covered

Stacy Pollack - Career development specialist
- linkedin.com/in/stacypollack
- stacypollack.com
- twitter: stacyp91
- Glassdoor blog: https://www.glassdoor.com/blog/author/stacypollack/
An informational interview is seeking out somebody in a job that might potentially interest you to learn more about the job
Can have different benefits based on career stage - can help when you're coming out of school without experience to build credibility
Treat like a sales cycle, build your funnel, keep track of conversations and responses
Important to create filters for yourself to avoid analysis paralysis
How to get over nerves of sending the first email
Be conscious of how you're coming across, if you were on the receiving end how would you feel if you got this email
Strategy for the conversation
Gauge the conversation to make a career ask
Additional benefits outside of the job search - good long term career strategy
Dorie Clark - Entrepreneurial You - https://dorieclark.com/
Don't be afraid to take advantage of opportunities to speak to those who are further in their career
"You don't get what you don't ask for"
How taking a risk in her career paid off
Career Advice:
- Take career one step at a time and be adaptable
- Don't rely on your education, keep expectations low and prove yourself
- Seek discomfort
"Building your career takes time and is a journey not a destination"

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How to Choose Your Next Career Move

Episode 4

Tuesday, October 29, 2019 • Duration 31:58

Topics Covered

Stephen Covey - 7 Habits of Highly Effective People - Habit #2 - start with the end in mind - https://www.franklincovey.com/the-7-habits.html
What would people say about you at your funeral
When you're 80 years old what would allow you to look back and say I had an amazing career
Life is like writing a book - what do you want that book to be about?
Take steps forward, like writers block
There are benefits to taking jobs to move forward, and value in making a more conscious choice
Using a decision matrix to make career decisions
Passion is something you cultivate, requires discovery
How to create your own decision matrix
3 ways to think about things: logic, intuition, emotion - https://www.ipeccoaching.com/
Intuition and emotion are the inner guides
"Should" is an alarm bell, bring awareness to using this; "Want to" is more powerful
Values and motivation are highly linked
Book: The Secret to Selling Anything - Harry Browne - Our values are what make us happy, and our motivations are the things that we'll do to attain that happiness.
Patterns from past decisions and decision influencers: "Who wants you to be a doctor?"
How to pull the trigger on a great job offer "What's holding you back?"
We underestimate ourselves, refuse to step into the powers we have
Your path will change as you grow up, your values and motivations will change, important to have the framework to be able to make decisions regardless of the stage

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Why Unhappiness at Work is a Bigger Deal Than You Think

Episode 3

Monday, October 28, 2019 • Duration 31:01

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Work is a big part of your week and if you're unhappy it can cut your weekend short
Work is part of our identity, impacts mental health
Motivation impacts performance at work
Enthusiasm is contagious, negativity is also contagious
You don't have to be unhappy
Steps to career change - self discovery, understand your non-negotiables, understand your own story, Working through fear,
You don't realize how bad it is until you get past it, the mountain is blocking your view
Ask yourself: Am I making home an uncomfortable place?
Understand your priorities and your values to keep balance
It's really tough to make a change, but you're the only one that can do it
If you don't change, you're choosing unhappiness
Action is the cure
Carve out a small amount of time per week for activities like resume building, networking, self-discovery
Action creates momentum and increases your energy
Tal Ben Shahar - Happiness is like a sore thumb - http://www.talbenshahar.com/
Shift mindset from problem to solution: "how can I fix this?"
Change your thoughts change your feelings
Create some new stories to drive yourself forward
Everyone has a unique gift - holding back from the world when you don't make a change
Shannon Graham - "some people have gifts, and some people are gifts" - http://www.shannongraham.com/
Most journeys are hard at the beginning, messy in the middle, easier at the

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How to Get a Job Through Networking

Episode 2

Sunday, October 27, 2019 • Duration 30:22

Topics Covered

Anybody can network
Why networking is a better way to get a job
Two ways to network: blatant/targeted and subtle
Networking can be intimidating but it doesn't have to be
Subtle networking works well even if you're not ready to change jobs
Outward/targeted networking can be helpful when you're ready to move forward
How to improve networking skills - authentic curiosity & knowing what you want
How can I make networking a two way street? What do I have to offer?
Keep the abundance mindset
Use your network as rapport building in an interview
Networking is not cheating
Find common ground and grow relationships from there
Using LinkedIn for networking
Speaking at events as a form of networking
Tactics and tips for connecting with people at events
Most people are happy to help others with a connection
How to follow up after meeting someone
There's no right or wrong way to network, it's important to put yourself out there

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How Interviewing is Like Dating

Episode 1

Saturday, October 26, 2019 • Duration 31:52

Topics Covered

What makes interviews and dates so similar:
- Prep/confidence, Connection, Rejection
Having confidence in what you have to offer
Dealing with rejection - not taking it personally, I know that the right thing is still out there for me
Central objective is building trust in both
Distinction between desperation and enthusiasm
Shifting the focus away from me to we - fill a need for the interviewer
Best dates and interviews - when you're really present and curious, keeping it light/conversational
Seth Godin's concept "Being a purple cow" - remembering remarkability - https://seths.blog/
Checking for connection - you'll be working with this person every day
How Amy Porterfield interviews https://www.amyporterfield.com/
Feel at ease by detaching yourself from the outcome of the experience
Rejection doesn't have to be crippling
Dating and interviewing is multi-process - take one day at a time and one date at a time
How you can get in the mindset of not putting too much pressure on yourself
Dealing with performance anxiety
Learn from your worst experiences
YOU DON'T HAVE TO BE PERFECT
Understanding the buyer's journey in interviewing and dating, the natural cycle
Shifting the mindset from nerves (fear) to excitement - Strategy from Mel Robbins at 4:13 in this video http://tiny.cc/p6ydfz
You are uniquely valuable as a person - the right thing is going to come along

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Breaking Into Tech Without a Tech Background with Kyle Elliott

Episode 95

Wednesday, August 4, 2021 • Duration 36:43

Topics Covered:

Kyle Elliott, MPA, CHES ,Career & Interview Coach
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kylecromerelliott
- caffeinatedkyle.com
- Instagram: @caffeinatedkyle
- Twitter: CaffeinatedKyle
Taking the leap from a side hustle to a full time job
The benefits of taking risks in life and career
How to break your career down into chunks and steps that will help you get to your end goal
Why tech is able to thrive during times of crisis
Identifying your transferable skills and speak the language of organizations
Using job postings to create your resume, LinkedIn, and elevator pitches
Identify and own your fabulousness, confidently communicate what makes you special
Using an accomplishment journal to help you maintain momentum and confidence
Resilience, dependability and adaptability as top skills needed for tech

Work with Mike: https://www.coachoiseau.com/

Work with Stacy: https://www.stacypollack.com/

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The Career Builder's Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

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LinkedIn41

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