From the moment I decided to start a podcast, Lynne Cazaly was on the top of my list of potential guests. There’s something about her leadership style, her unassuming way, and the quiet confidence that she exudes, making her the perfect guest speaker. Last year, while trying to lock her in to record this episode, she was the hardest guest to pin down: she wa ... Show More
Nov 3
The Executive Crisis Playbook: Edward Segal on Plans, Media & Rapid Response
<p><strong>Episode 315 - Crisis expert Edward Segal maps the first moves leaders should make when something goes wrong, who to call, what to say, how to brief the media, and how to make sure it doesn’t happen again. </strong></p><p>Most professionals I speak to who are exper ... Show More
40m 48s
Feb 2025
187. Experimenting, Failing, and Finding Your Job Fit - Catalyze Your Career
<p><em>Rethink career success by testing, adapting, and staying open to unexpected opportunities.</em></p><p>Career planning isn’t as straightforward as we often assume—but according to <a href="https://www.fastersmarter.io/guests/dorie-clark/">Dorie Clark</a>, that’s actually a ... Show More
25 m
Feb 2025
184. Fit or Quit? Find the Job That is Right For You—Catalyze Your Career
<p><em>Stay prepared, build your network, and take control of your career.</em></p><p>Most of us know that career growth is important—but according to <a href="https://www.fastersmarter.io/guests/catherine-fisher/">Catherine Fisher</a>, we're thinking about it all wrong. It’s not ... Show More
24m 12s
Feb 2025
When Hiring, Emphasize Skills Over Degrees
The best leaders know that a person’s skillset and their willingness to learn are more important than the degree they have. Ginni Rometty, former Chair and CEO of IBM, understands this deeply. She spearheaded a company-wide shift to skills-based hiring and development during her ... Show More
31m 36s
Jan 2025
Does your job give you enough transferrable skills?
Any job can provide you with valuable stories to use in an interview. BUT, some roles do offer more complexity and responsibility that can really showcase your transferrable skills, especially when you're looking to make a career move. In this week's episode, Sarah and Emma expla ... Show More
20m 7s
Sep 9
Career Confidential: Interviewing for Smarties
Much of the time, Becoming You finds itself getting, well, a little existential, because what is existential if not the question, “What should I do with my life?” But eventually, you have to take your answer to that question – or your vague idea of one – and get an actual day job ... Show More
23m 40s