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Powerful writing can empower your success, says award-winning author Carla Bass
For 30 years, retired Air Force Colonel Carla Bass worked with officers, ambassadors, and congressional delegations, drafting executive letters, talking points, personnel appraisals and nominations. Along the way she perfected… Read More
Manage your attention, not just your time, says productivity expert Maura Thomas
For busy professionals, the workload can feel overwhelming, pushing us into a defensive mode. And it’s tough to sort out what matters when we’re constantly being distracted by messages that… Read More
Sales skills can bring success in any kind of job, says Connie Whitman
In today’s episode, New Jersey teacher, coach and marketing consultant Connie Whitman explains how sales and customer service skills can empower your career, no matter where you work or what… Read More
Episode 068 : Business ownership can end poverty, says entrepreneurship expert Steve Mariotti
Social entrepreneur and celebrated teacher Steve Mariotti has written numerous guides for starting your own business. And he is well known for launching the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship, which has… Read More
Is networking creepy or critical?
In this episode, we revisit the popular topic of networking. Tom Hodson has a big, diverse network, but is cynical about the verb “to network.” Bev Jones notes research suggesting… Read More
Foreign correspondent Peter Copeland shares stories & lessons
Journalist, editor and master story-teller Peter Copeland is still passionate about the career that took him around the world. In this episode, he talks about his latest book, Finding the… Read More
Nobody is qualified to do something new
In 2008, stay-at-home Mom Rachel Stewart reentered the job market as the unqualified bookkeeper and office manager for a tiny company, Titan Restoration. She helped to grow the company, and… Read More
Extreme approaches to health aren’t smart, says Canyon Ranch’s medical director
In his new book, “What Happened to Moderation?” Dr. Stephen Brewer says that Americans are drawn to extreme health care choices, just as they gravitate toward political extremes and non-stop… Read More
You’re not too old to open a business, says Kerry Hannon
If you’re thinking about starting a business — either now or off in a distant future – listen here. Dynamic career and personal finance expert Kerry Hannon is talking her… Read More
Even shy people can become great connectors, says marketing guru Bob Shaff
When Bob Shaff walks through a room of strangers, you can observe that he’s a master networker. Bob interacts with person after person, asking gentle questions and helping each to… Read More
Diversity programs are out of date, says Rob Jones
Some advocates for equal career opportunity assumed that, if a diverse mix of people is hired, eventually everyone would work well together. Consultant and executive coach Rob Jones says… Read More
Moving past career failures, with Bev Jones & Tom Hodson
Everybody encounters bad days at work. And sometimes a career stumble can feel like the end of the world. In this episode, guest host Tom Hodson talks with our own… Read More
Sabbaticals can change your life & transform work cultures, says DJ DiDonna
Right after Harvard Business School, DJ DiDonna launched a startup. And then for 7 busy years he traveled the world, supporting small businesses in emerging markets. DJ’s company was successful,… Read More
EmpowerWork offers free coaching via text, says CEO Jaime-Alexis Fowler
Jaime-Alexis Fowler began her career as an academic, hoping that a university career would allow her to create change in our society. Finding that path to be too slow, she… Read More
Cheekys CEO Jessi Roberts describes building her fashion empire
As a child, Jessi Roberts lived in a troubled home. But, with the help of friends along the way, she forged her own path to success. And today she’s the… Read More
Headhunter Jackie Ducci has tips for young job seekers
If you’re looking for a job, it helps to understand how the hiring process really works. In this show you’ll get an insider view from search firm executive Jackie Ducci,… Read More
Protect your career with smart social media, says PR guru John P. David
Miami PR expert John P. David wrote an important book for professionals and businesses — “How to Protect … (Or Destroy) … Your Reputation Online.” In this show, he says… Read More
Tips On How To Successfully Transition From Career To Retirement
Beverly Jones, host of WOUB’s Jazzed About Work Podcast talks about second careers later in life and how one can be successful taking on new challenges. She gives some tips… Read More
Job Search Guru Hannah Morgan Suggests You Rethink Your Resume
Hannah Morgan is a nationally recognized author, speaker and teacher on all things job search. She started early, learning from her father, who owned a high-level executive search firm. Today… Read More
Episode 052 : Branding & your career, with Bev Jones & Tom Hodson
Your career success is influenced by your “brand.” And, as a professional, you do have a personal brand, even if the concept of branding makes you feel uncomfortable. In this… Read More
Executive job search expert Conrad Woody says make yourself findable
To attract job opportunities, you have to make sure that you’re searchable. That’s the expert advice of Conrad Woody, who leads the U.S. Corporate and Government Affairs Practice at global… Read More
Episode 050 : Time management expert Laura Vanderkam says you’re not as busy as you think
Do you feel constantly behind and endlessly oppressed by a nagging sense that your “to-do” list is growing by the minute? Bestselling author Laura Vanderkam says you’re not alone. But… Read More
Episode 049: Economics commentator Chris Farrell talks UNretirement
Award-winning journalist Chris Farrell writes and talks about financial management and the economy, for places like Marketplace Money, Bloomberg, the Minneapolis StarTribune and Minnesota Public Radio. In this episode, he… Read More
Episode 048: Paleontologist and explorer Nancy Stevens talks about the adventure of science
Paleontologist Nancy Stevens is a scientist but most of all, she says, she’s an explorer. Leading teams in Africa and other places, Nancy has discovered new fossil species from mammals… Read More
Episode 047: Judge Gayle Williams-Byers Offers Tips For Promoting Your Well-Being
Municipal Court Judge Gayle Williams-Byers — whose side gig is teaching other judges — is determined to convince her colleagues that “self-care is not selfish.” In this episode, she explains… Read More
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