Here’s a hard truth about life: nobody cares about your career more than you. And that’s precisely why we’re learning how to take control of our careers with Erika Ayers Badan, the CEO of Food 52 and author of Nobody Cares About Your Career. You’ll learn:How your career vision guides your workThe most important “soft” skill that leads to successHow to know w ... Show More
Apr 14
How to Design & Run Effective Meetings
Are your meetings driving results—or just draining your calendar? This week, Lauren sits down with organizational scientist and Your Best Meeting Ever author Dr. Rebecca Hinds to rethink how meetings are designed, measured, and led. Learn how to eliminate meeting debt, reclaim yo ... Show More
40m 9s
Apr 7
Soft Incompetence: The Subtle Drain on Your Time & Energy
Ever feel like the default project manager at home or work? In this episode, Lauren sits down with Dr. Regina Lark to unpack soft incompetence—a subtle dynamic that quietly shifts emotional labor onto one person, often with good intentions. Learn how to spot it, talk about it, an ... Show More
33m 38s
Mar 31
5 Communication Shifts That Transform How You Lead, Speak, and Sell
Communication isn’t just a soft skill—it’s the foundation of influence, trust, and leadership at work. In this episode, Ravi Rajani, author of Relationship Currency, breaks down the five habits that make communicators truly influential. From reframing the stories you tell yoursel ... Show More
33m 43s
Feb 2025
187. Experimenting, Failing, and Finding Your Job Fit - Catalyze Your Career
Rethink career success by testing, adapting, and staying open to unexpected opportunities.Career planning isn’t as straightforward as we often assume—but according to Dorie Clark, that’s actually a good thing. Instead of following a rigid path, she believes we should be “treating ... Show More
25m 14s
Apr 2025
#474 Squiggly short: How to Increase Your Impact by Understanding Your Boss
In this Squiggly Short, Helen and Sarah break down why understanding your boss is key to increasing your impact at work. Learn how to read your manager’s motivations, preferences, and challenges, and use that insight to improve your communication and performance. Whether you're l ... Show More
10m 14s
Feb 2025
184. Fit or Quit? Find the Job That is Right For You—Catalyze Your Career
Stay prepared, build your network, and take control of your career.Most of us know that career growth is important—but according to Catherine Fisher, we're thinking about it all wrong. It’s not just about landing a job or climbing the ladder; it’s about staying adaptable, buildin ... Show More
24m 26s
Jun 2025
#484 How Role modelling leads to rewards for your career
We often talk about the value of having a role model - someone to learn from and be inspired by. But what about the impact of being a role model? In this week’s episode, Helen and Sarah explore how being a role model can support your development, raise your profile, and help you ... Show More
31m 9s
Jul 2023
689: Land Your Dream Job and Get Paid What You're Worth
Have you ever wondered if your resume, website, or media kit is accurately showcasing what you do best? It’s time for a resume glow-up… and today I have just the powerhouse guest to help us. She's a trailblazer in the world of career consulting, known for her ability to help prof ... Show More
51m 21s