The Mid-Career GPS Podcast

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John Neral had a mid-career moment that changed his path and direction. Building a Mid-Career GPS helped guide him to create what was next for his career. Now, he’s here to help you do the same. Join him and his guests as they share their stories, strategies, and tips to help you create whatever is next so you can find a job you love or love the job you have.

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196: Best of Episode: Stop Pitching! (Tips to Help You Shape Your Unique Professional Value)

The Mid-Career GPS Podcast

10/31/23 • 26 min

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Imagine turning the tables in your professional conversations and interviews, approaching them from a position of value and service rather than pitching yourself, much like you're on Shark Tank. That's the transformative shift we explore in this enriching episode. We delve into the art of crafting a unique professional value statement, guiding you to leverage your skills and talents effectively. This episode is all about empowering you, the professional, to make a lasting impression without appearing needy or desperate. We challenge the conventional wisdom of 'selling yourself' and discuss a mindset shift that will revolutionize how you network and interview.
Building on this, we share useful strategies for developing your unique professional value, helping you connect with your motivations and passion for the work you do. This isn't just about getting hired; it's about becoming invaluable. We also discuss resources and tips specifically tailored for mid-career professionals, showing you how to take full advantage of your network and the resources at your disposal. Finally, you're invited to join our private Facebook group and download free resources to bolster your career journey. Connect with us on LinkedIn and social media to remain plugged into this value-based revolution in professional networking and interviewing. This is your invitation to approach your career with renewed confidence and authenticity.
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10/31/23 • 26 min

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132: Leaving Your Job with Gratitude

The Mid-Career GPS Podcast

11/22/22 • 28 min

If you are considering leaving your job, I want to offer for you to leave with a lot of gratitude. This Thanksgiving week, I want to share a couple of stories to help you think about how to leave your job and why leaving with gratitude is the best move for you personally and professionally – even if you don’t want to.

So, sit back. Grab your favorite beverage and let’s have a conversation. There are a few things in this episode I haven’t shared before.

For more information about how I can help you in your career transition, visit https://johnneral.com for more information and to download your free career transition guide.

List of Resources:

· 5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing) by John Neral

· Your Mid-Career GPS – Four Steps to Figuring Out What’s Next by John Neral

· SHOW UP - Six Strategies to Lead a More Energetic and Impactful Career by John Neral

Calls to Action:

· Get your free Mid-Career GPS Resources that include a job search tracker and reflection questions at https://johnneral.com.

· Join the “Your Mid-Career GPS Private Facebook Group” here and be part of a fantastic group of like-minded professionals navigating their career paths just like you.

Support the show

11/22/22 • 28 min

127: Avoiding Career Burnout with Cait Donovan

The Mid-Career GPS Podcast

10/18/22 • 42 min

Cait Donovan’s favorite emotion is resentment. Her resentment fuels every decision she makes to help keep her life and career balanced while it's continuously changing.

Many mid-career professionals experience burnout, especially those in the “sandwich generation” who are raising their families while taking care of their aging parents.

In this episode, Cait and John sit down to talk about the differences between stress and burnout, why burnout is caused by self-neglect, how boundaries make you more generous, and Cait shares some tips to help you deal with burnout so you can take better care of yourself.

Connect with Cait Donovan – Website | FRIED – The Burnout Podcast | Book

Key Topics & Time Stamps:

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· Introduction (0:05)

· Meet Cait Donovan (4:27)

· What is Burnout? (9:47)

· Why Cait Does Burnout Work (11:27)

· Burnout & Self-Neglect (13:17)

· Bouncebackability and Your Health (18:29)

· Difference Between Stress & Burnout (21:42)

· The Power of Life Pruning (24:37)

· Boundaries Make You More Generous (27:12)

· Tips for Dealing with Burnout (30:37)

· Look for the Resentment (34:37)

· Cait’s Advice to Help You Build Your Mid-Career GPS (39:12)

· Connect with Cait (40:40)

List of Resources:

26 Sentence Starter to Help You Answer Any Interview Question by John Neral
Your Mid-Career GPS – Four Steps to Figuring Out What’s Next by John Neral
SHOW UP - Six Strategies to Lead a More Energetic and Impactful Career by John Neral

Calls to Action:

· Get your free Mid-Career GPS Resources, including a job search tracker and reflection questions, at https://johnneral.com.

· Join the “Your Mid-Career GPS Private Facebook Group” here and be part of a fantastic group of like-minded professionals navigating their career paths just like you.

· Get notified when new podcast episodes drop. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts here or wherever you lis

Support the show

10/18/22 • 42 min

Defining Your Value Add – Tips to Strategically Market Yourself Now

The Mid-Career GPS Podcast

11/08/22 • 21 min

You must think about your value add when you consider finding a new job or going for an internal promotion in your company. But first, do you know what your value add is?

In today’s episode, you’ll learn how to define your value add so you can communicate that more clearly and specifically to anyone interested in learning more about you and what you do. Plus, John talks to you about creating content and why it may not be your best move right now when you think about your value add.

Key Topics & Time Stamps:

· Introduction (0:05)

· Stop Making These Mid-Career Mistakes (4:26)

· Defining Your Value Add (6:20)

· What to Do If You Don’t Have a Value Add (10:58)

· Creating Content & Engagement on LinkedIn (12:30)

· Thoughts About Not Finding a Job (16:50)

· Wrap Up (20:20)

List of Resources:

· 5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing) by John Neral

· Your Mid-Career GPS – Four Steps to Figuring Out What’s Next by John Neral

· SHOW UP - Six Strategies to Lead a More Energetic and Impactful Career by John Neral

Calls to Action:

· Get your free Mid-Career GPS Resources, including a job search tracker and reflection questions, at https://johnneral.com.

· Join the “Your Mid-Career GPS Private Facebook Group” here and be part of a fantastic group of like-minded professionals navigating their career paths just like you.

Support the show

11/08/22 • 21 min

Closing the Confidence Gap with Kelli Thompson

The Mid-Career GPS Podcast

11/01/22 • 38 min

Where are you struggling with your confidence? Everyone faces a challenge or obstacle in their career, and it’s only fair that our confidence is impacted by it.

But other factors impact your decisions about whatever is next for your career, such as the “Golden Handcuffs.” Today’s guest has dealt with them and is here to talk about her favorite tips to help you make your next career decision.

Meet Kelli Thompson, the author of the new book, “Closing the Confidence Gap: Boost Your Peace, Your Potential, & Your Paycheck,” available now.

In today’s episode, you’ll learn:

· What happens when high performers face difficulty at work

· What leadership mindset shifts will help you step into your excellence

· Kelli’s “Do LESS” Framework

· Why clarity beats hustle every time

· And what to do when you have the “Golden Handcuffs.”

Connect with Kelli Thompson – Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | Book

Key Topics & Time Stamps:

· Introduction (0:06

· Meet Kelli Thompson (5:00)

· Our Shared Love of Meteorology (5:45)

· Pain Points for Mid-Career Professionals (9:40)

· Dealing with a Career Crisis (11:20)

· When High Performers Face Difficulty at Work (12:55)

· Leadership Mindset Shifts (15:45)

· “Do LESS” Framework (17:20)

· Clarity Beats Hustle (19:15)

· Tips for Saying “No” (24:20)

· Dealing with the Golden Handcuffs (27:30)

· Kelli’s Advice to Help You Build Your Mid-Career GPS (34:45)

· Connect with Kelli Thompson (35:45)

List of Resources:

· 26 Sentence Starter to Answer Any Interview Question by John Neral

· Your Mid-Career GPS – Four Steps to Figuring Out What’s Next by John Neral

· SHOW UP - Six Strategies to Lead a More Energetic and Impactful Career by John Neral

Calls to Action:

· Get your free Mid-Career GPS Resources at https://johnneral.com.

· Join the “Your Mid-Career GPS Private Facebook Group” here.

· Get notified when new podcast epis

Support the show

11/01/22 • 38 min

Why Work-Life Balance is a Myth with Maryann Lombardi

The Mid-Career GPS Podcast

10/25/22 • 37 min

Many mid-career professionals chase after “work-life balance” only to find themselves disappointed and frustrated they can’t achieve it. Well, what if it doesn’t exist.

Maryann Lombardi is a business coach who helps women and nonbinary does take bold action to build a profitable business that aligns with the life they want to live. She has spent the past 25 years working with cities, organizations, and entrepreneurs, building policies, programs and resources to grow the creative workforce and help entrepreneurs thrive.

In this episode, John and Maryanne get on the mic to talk about:

· Why all mid-career professionals must lean into their agency (choice)

· Why setting boundaries is essential to your career success

· Why work-life balance is a myth

· The difference between choice and obligation

· And why taking care of yourself needs to stop being an after-thought.

Connect with Maryann Lombardi: Website | LinkedIn | Instagram

Key Topics & Time Stamps:

· · Introduction (0:00)

· Meet Maryann Lombardi (4:30)

· Desire to Be Free (5:20)

· Defining Your Agency (7:35)

· Boundary – No Phones in the Bathroom (9:45)

· Creating Boundaries in Your Career (13:00)

· Why Work-Life Balance Is a Myth (16:00)

· Choice vs. Obligation (21:20)

· Taking Care of Yourself as an After-Thought (24:30)

· Finding Your Purpose (27:05)

· How We Take Action (29:30)

· Advice to Help You Build Your Mid-Career GPS (33:15)

· Connect with Maryann Lombardi (34:45)

List of Resources:

· 26 Sentence Starter to Answer Any Interview Question by John Neral

· Your Mid-Career GPS – Four Steps to Figuring Out What’s Next by John Neral

· SHOW UP - Six Strategies to Lead a More Energetic and Impactful Career by John Neral

Calls to Action:

· Get your free Mid-Career GPS Resources at https://johnneral.com.

· Join the “Your Mid-Career GPS Private Facebook Group” here.

· Get notified when new podcast episodes drop. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts

Support the show

10/25/22 • 37 min

What to Do About Quiet Quitting – Tips for You and Your Organization

The Mid-Career GPS Podcast

11/15/22 • 21 min

From Wikipedia, “Quiet Quitting” is an application of work-to-rule, in which employee work within defined work hours and engage in work-related activities solely within those hours. Despite the name, the philosophy of quiet quitting is not connected to quitting a job outright but rather doing precisely what the job requires. Proponents of quiet quitting refer to it as “acting your wage.” You’ve probably seen TikToks and other social media posts related to this concept.

In this episode, I share some tips to help you if you are quietly quitting. Plus, I share some tips for managers who might suspect one or more of their employees are quietly quitting.

Key Topics & Time Stamps:

· Introduction (0:05)

· Stop Making These Mid-Career Mistakes (1:30)

· What is “Quiet Quitting?” (2:35)

· Quiet Quitting is a Choice (5:00)

· What to Do if You Suspect an Employee is Quietly Quitting (10:15)

· Assessing Fit (14:15)

· Wrap Up (17:37)

List of Resources:

· 5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing) by John Neral

· Episode 96: Why You Need to Write More LinkedIn Recommendations

· Your Mid-Career GPS – Four Steps to Figuring Out What’s Next by John Neral

· SHOW UP - Six Strategies to Lead a More Energetic and Impactful Career by John Neral

Calls to Action:

· Get your free Mid-Career GPS Resources, including a job search tracker and reflection questions, at https://johnneral.com.

· Join the “Your Mid-Career GPS Private Facebook Group” here and be part of a fantastic group of like-minded professionals navigating their career paths just like you.

Support the show

11/15/22 • 21 min

From the Boston Celtics to Harvard to Business Owner - Lessons in Having a Bridge Job with Becca Carnahan

The Mid-Career GPS Podcast

10/11/22 • 34 min

Everyone wants to find their career sweet spot. This happens after much experience, reflection, and conversations to find the best fit for you professionally. Many mid-career professionals wonder how to strategically position themselves in the marketplace so they can find that job they love.

Today, you will meet Becca Carnahan. Becca Carnahan is a career coach, author, and mom of two. As a career coach and CEO of Next Chapter Careers, Becca specializes in helping mid-career parents land fulfilling jobs they love without giving up the flexibility they need. Before launching her coaching business, Becca trained as a career coach at Harvard Business School and has 14 years of experience in the career and professional development field. She also previously worked for the Boston Celtics and has published two bestselling children’s books and a career development book, When Mommy Grows Up.

In this episode, you will learn the benefits of a bridge role in your career and how that bridge role can help you get clear about what you want to do. Plus, Becca and I will talk about how to address a gap on your resume and help you uncover your career sweet spot.

Connect with Becca Carnahan – Website | LinkedIn | Instagram

Key Topics & Time Stamps:

· Introduction (0:06)

· Meet Becca Carnahan (4:35)

· Working for the Boston Celtics (7:15)

· Benefits of a Bridge Role (11:25)

· Uncovering Your Career Sweet Spot (16:47)

· Pain Points for Mid-Career Parents (19:05)

· Address a Gap on Your Resume (25:05)

· What Do You Really Want for Your Next Job? (27:00)

· Becca’s Goal (28:44)

· Becca’s Advice to Help You Build Your Mid-Career GPS (30:55)

· Connect with Becca Carnahan (32:05)

List of Resources:

· Your Mid-Career GPS – Four Steps to Figuring Out What’s Next by John Neral

· SHOW UP - Six Strategies to Lead a More Energetic and Impactful Career by John Neral

Calls to Action:

· Get your free Mid-Career GPS Resources at https://johnneral.com.

· Join the “Your Mid-Career GPS Private Facebook Group” here and be part of a fantastic group of like-minded professionals navigating their career paths just like you.

· Get notified when new podcast epis

Support the show

10/11/22 • 34 min

Self Advocacy Made Easy with Liz St. Jean

The Mid-Career GPS Podcast

10/04/22 • 34 min

Your work is excellent, but it may not be enough to help you get your next promotion or be recognized by your boss. Advocating for yourself and your career trajectory is essential for mid-career professionals.

Liz St. Jean helps sensitive professionals enhance their leadership skills and feel confident to set themselves on the path to Director level positions – and thrive in the position when they get there.

In this episode, Liz and John discuss various career triggers for high performers and share how to deal with a missed professional opportunity. Plus, they’ll talk about what it means to be over-mentored and under-advocated, how to address imposter messages and how you can be a better self-advocate.

Listen to the end to claim your free ticket to the Self-Advocacy Made Easy Summit on October 10-12, 2022.

Click here to get your free ticket to the Self-Advocacy Made Easy Summit.

Click here to see all the speakers at the Self-Advocacy Made Easy Summit.

Connect with Liz St. Jean – Website | LinkedIn

Key Topics & Time Stamps:

· Introduction (0:06)

· Meet Liz St. Jean (5:17)

· Career Triggers for High Performers (7:17)

· Dealing with a Missed Opportunity (11:47)

· Being Over-Mentored and Under-Advocated (15:47)

· Being a Better Self-Advocate (18:17)

· Imposter Messages (23:47)

· Liz’s Advice to Help You Build Your Mid-Career GPS (28:47)

· Join the Self-Advocacy Made Easy Summit (30:37)

List of Resources:

· Your Mid-Career GPS – Four Steps to Figuring Out What’s Next by John Neral

· SHOW UP - Six Strategies to Lead a More Energetic and Impactful Career by John Neral

Calls to Action:

· Get your free Mid-Career GPS Resources, including a job search tracker and reflection questions, at https://johnneral.com.

· Join the “Your Mid-Career GPS Private Facebook Group” here and be part of a fantastic group of like-minded professionals navigating their career paths just like you.

· Get notified when new podcast episodes dr

Support the show

10/04/22 • 34 min

Three Reasons Why Now Is a Great Time to Conduct Informational Interviews

The Mid-Career GPS Podcast

11/29/22 • 20 min

Informational interviews are great opportunities to learn more about other people and what they do. As the year comes to a close, now is a great time to expand your network and conduct informational interviews. Whether you are seeking a new job or learning about a particular company, these interviews will help you get the information you need to make a successful decision about your next career move.

In this episode, I’ll share three reasons why now is a great time to conduct informational interviews so you can build Your Mid-Career GPS to whatever is next. Plus, I’ll tell you my favorite tips to help make those informational interviews much more straightforward and with greater appreciation to anyone who offers their time to talk to you.

Key Topics & Time Stamps:

· Introduction (0:05)

· Stop Making These Mid-Career Mistakes (2:05)

· Benefits of Informational Interviews (2:40)

· #1 – Build Your Network (4:20)

· #2 – Practice Your Conversation/Interview Skills (7:05)

· #3 – The Grass May Not Be Greener Somewhere Else (8:10)

· Bonus Tip – People Have Time (10:00)

· Best Practices for Informational Interviews (12:15)

· Wrap Up (17:45)

Click here to listen to Episode 47 – Five Tips for Your Next Informational Interview.

List of Resources:

· 5 Mistakes Mid-Career Professionals Make (And Need to Stop Doing) by John Neral

· What to Expect in an Informational Interview – Indeed.com

· Your Mid-Career GPS – Four Steps to Figuring Out What’s Next by John Neral

· SHOW UP - Six Strategies to Lead a More Energetic and Impactful Career by John Neral

Calls to Action:

· Get your free Mid-Career GPS Resources, including a job search tracker and reflection questions, at https://johnneral.com.

· Join the “Your Mid-Career GPS Private Facebook Group” here and be part of a fantastic group of like-minded professionals navigating their career paths just like you.

Support the show

11/29/22 • 20 min

FAQ

How many episodes does The Mid-Career GPS Podcast have?

The Mid-Career GPS Podcast currently has 210 episodes available.

What topics does The Mid-Career GPS Podcast cover?

The podcast is about Management, Career, Leadership, Impact, Empowerment, Self-Help, Podcasts, Self-Improvement, Business and Careers.

What is the most popular episode on The Mid-Career GPS Podcast?

The episode title '196: Best of Episode: Stop Pitching! (Tips to Help You Shape Your Unique Professional Value)' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on The Mid-Career GPS Podcast?

The average episode length on The Mid-Career GPS Podcast is 29 minutes.

How often are episodes of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast released?

Episodes of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast are typically released every 5 days, 12 hours.

When was the first episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast?

The first episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast was released on Jan 11, 2021.

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