Podcast Episodes

How to Avoid Non-Promotable Work—According to a Former Google Exec

Episode 278

If you’re doing all the “right” things at work but still not getting promoted, this episode is your wake-up call. Former Google exec and Wild Courage author Jenny Wood joins us to unpack the hidden c…

Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago

The Antidote to Feeling Hopeless at Work

Episode 277

Ever feel like work has lost its spark—or wonder if your 9–5 has any meaning at all? You’re not alone. In this episode, we’re joined by award-winning journalist and workplace expert Jennifer Moss, au…

Published on 4 months, 3 weeks ago

3 in 30 : How to Figure Out Your Next Career Move

Episode 276

In this 3 in 30 episode, Career Contessa Founder Lauren McGoodwin and Career Coach Marnie Lemonik kick off the first-ever summer series of 3 in 30 —focusing on career clarity from the ground up. The …

Published on 5 months ago

The Skill Every Boss Wants You to Have

Episode 275

Leadership expert Suzy Welch shares why execution — not ideas or charisma — is the real key to career growth. Learn how to build a reputation for follow-through and become the person every boss wants…

Published on 5 months, 1 week ago

The Future-Proof Skill: 4 Ways to Practice Self-Leadership Today

Episode 274

In a world where AI is transforming the workplace faster than ever, self-leadership has become a must-have skill. But what does it actually mean to lead yourself—and how can you start?

In this episode…

Published on 5 months, 2 weeks ago

4 Strategies to Live Above "The Resentment Line" at Work

Episode 273

Feeling overworked and undervalued? You might be operating below the resentment line—but you don’t have to stay there. In this episode, Amina AlTai, author of The Ambition Trap, shares four key strat…

Published on 5 months, 3 weeks ago

The 10-Second Trick to Better Conversations, According to a Harvard Professor

Episode 272

Struggling with small talk? Dreading awkward silences? According to Harvard professor and author Alison Wood Brooks, there’s a 10-second trick that can instantly make you a better conversationalist—a…

Published on 5 months, 4 weeks ago

3 in 30: Lessons from Top Performers

Episode 271

What sets top performers apart? In this 3 in 30 episode, Career Contessa founder Lauren McGoodwin and coach Marnie Lemonik share three key lessons high achievers live by—like embracing self-awareness…

Published on 6 months ago

Creative Techniques to Master Self-Marketing: How to Articulate Your Unique Value with Confidence

Episode 270

Talking about your achievements can feel uncomfortable, but self-marketing is a crucial skill for career growth. In this episode, career coach and author Michelle Schafer shares how to confidently ar…

Published on 6 months, 1 week ago

The Sleep-Work Connection: Why Rest is Your Secret Career Weapon + How to Get Better Sleep

Episode 269

Sleep isn’t a luxury—it’s a career strategy. In this episode, we’re unpacking the powerful link between sleep and work performance with Terry Cralle, RN and certified clinical sleep educator from the…

Published on 6 months, 2 weeks ago