Deeper Than Work

In this episode, I sit down with Danielle Fairbain-Bland, Licensed Clinical Social Worker from Vision Transformation Firm and get down to the nitty gritty of toxic work environments. We're in a dangerous time right now where the idea of having an abusive job is "normalized" and almost considered a rite of passage.  I'm not going to lie, this episode really hit home for me as I was reminded of my own toxic environment that I dealt with for two whole years. If you're currently in a toxic work environment or know someone who is, this episode is a must listen! For detailed show notes including all the links we discussed in this episode, head over to yourcareergirl.com/blog/episode21

In this episode, I have a special guest, Kenneth Cheadle from kennethcheadle.com and he is giving us the goods on how putting yourselves in position to strategically ask and act on feedback you receive can exponentially improve the trajectory of your career. Kenneth is a certified life and career coach and the founder and CEO of "The Millennial Takeover" – a Career Program for young professionals prepared to take their career to the next level. -- If you like this episode, please rate, review and subscribe on iTunes! -- Head on over to yourcareergirl.com to get access to more tools and resources to take your career to the next level.

In this episode I'll give you my top tips for getting ahead in your career as a black woman. It's already challenging being a woman in corporate America - and once you add being black on top of that - there are certain things you'll need to know in order to navigate it successfully. -- If you like this episode, please rate, review and subscribe on iTunes! -- Head on over to yourcareergirl.com to get access to more tools and resources to take your career to the next level.

In this episode I'll go through the top mistakes you should be avoiding if you're trying to land that next promotion. If you've been trying to get to the next level for some time, but for some reason you're not making any progress, listen to this! -- If you like this episode, please rate, review and subscribe on iTunes! -- Head on over to yourcareergirl.com to get access to more tools and resources to take your career to the next level.

In this episode I'm breaking down how you can strategically build relationships to help you take your career to the next level. Building relationships is more than just networking for the sake of collecting business cards. Learn the types of relationships you should build and how. -- If you like this episode, please rate, review and subscribe on iTunes! -- Head on over to yourcareergirl.com to get access to more tools and resources to take your career to the next level.

In this episode, I'll break down the secret to achieving career fulfillment! Hint: It's actually not a secret at all. Learn the 3 Ps of career fulfillment and how you can upgrade your own career right now! -- If you like this episode, please rate, review and subscribe on iTunes! -- Head on over to yourcareergirl.com to get access to more tools and resources to take your career to the next level.

In this episode, I'll explain what stretch goals are, why you should have them and how they're the secret ingredient to reaching the highest heights of career success. To grab your free guide to setting the kind of career goals that will catapult your career trajectory and push you to the next level: http://www.yourcareergirl.com/success -- If you like this episode, please rate, review and subscribe on iTunes! -- Head on over to yourcareergirl.com to get access to more tools and resources to take your career to the next level.

This episode was a lot of fun! I have a special guest, Adunola Adeshola from employeeREDEFINED.com and she breaks down her 3 tips for setting boundaries at work so you won't get burned out. Adunola is a career strategist who teaches young professionals how to transition from bored and frustrated to satisfied and fulfilled in their careers.  In her signature program, careerREDEFINED, she helps her clients navigate their job hunt strategy so that they can land the positions they know they deserve. She also shares practical advice on how to take control of your career and life on her website, employeeREDEFINED.com.  In her free time, you can find her in her kitchen trying out a new recipe she found somewhere online.  -- Want a FREE career makeover in just 5 days? *** Get started now at www.yourcareergirl.com

I didn't always make six-figures and I wasn't always confident asking for what I deserved. Find out my compensation history, how I went from $75k to $115k in one fell swoop and when the best time to ask for more is. If earning a higher salary is a goal you have, then you don't want to miss this episode. -- Want a FREE career makeover in just 5 days? *** Get started now at www.yourcareergirl.com/career-makeover

One of the best parts of my job is having the ability to work with women to tackle major career challenges. In episode 12, I'll be answering listener questions on how to organize your resume when your experience is all over the place and how to resign without burning bridges. Want your career questions answered? Send it in to deeperthanwork@gmail.com! -- Want a FREE career makeover in just 5 days? *** Get started now at www.yourcareergirl.com/career-makeover

Shaming someone because they choose to/have to work a 9-5 is never OK. This episode walks you through the 4 common lies that are told about 9-5'ers, a.k.a., "You'll never make 6 figures" and shuts them all down! -- Want a FREE career makeover in just 5 days? *** Get started now at www.yourcareergirl.com/career-makeover

In this episode, I'll break down the steps I took after being unexpectedly laid off from my job back in 2011. I'll give you the steps you need to take to bounce back from this devastating experience and come out bigger and better on the other side! -- Want a FREE career makeover in just 5 days? *** Get started now at www.yourcareergirl.com/career-makeover

Making a career switch is a huge deal and not something to be taken lightly. Whether you're in a job you hate or simply feel unfulfilled, it's important that you come up with a transition strategy before you take the leap. I've been able to make two huge transitions in my career - 1) from Operations to HR and 2) from Finance to Tech. In this episode, I'll walk you through the 6 things I did to make sure I was ready to make that switch! -- Want a FREE career makeover in just 5 days? *** Get started now at www.yourcareergirl.com/career-makeover

In episode 8 we'll talk about what it means (and doesn't mean) to be authentic at work. Learn the questions you need to ask yourself as you strive to tap into who you really are at work. -- Want a FREE career makeover in just 5 days? *** Get started now at www.yourcareergirl.com/career-makeover

In this episode we'll dive into the 7 steps you'll need to master in order to take charge of your career once and for all! -- Want a FREE career makeover in just 5 days? *** Get started now at www.yourcareergirl.com/career-makeover

This episode will talk about the 4 components you've got to master in order to have a top notch personal brand that will take your career to the next level. -- Want a FREE career makeover in just 5 days? *** Get started now at www.yourcareergirl.com/career-makeover

In this episode, learn why women should think twice before they say "sorry" at work. What it says about you and how I got rid of these words from my vocabulary. -- Want a FREE career makeover in just 5 days? *** Get started now at www.yourcareergirl.com/career-makeover

This podcast goes over the three mistakes most people make that keep them from ever breaking through to a six figure salary. www.yourcareergirl.com

This episode will give you 5 ways you can be an activist and stand up for causes that are important to you - even when you have a demanding 9-5. The documentary I mentioned is White Like Me by Tim Wise. You can check it out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N4w9UnE4FLY -- Want a FREE career makeover in just 5 days? *** Get started now at www.yourcareergirl.com/career-makeover

In this episode you'll learn how to be more productive and get more things done at work (and in life). -- Want a FREE career makeover in just 5 days? *** Get started now at www.yourcareergirl.com/career-makeover