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Career Talk: Learn – Grow – Thrive

Content creator, host, and editor, Stephanie Dennis, is on a mission to empower people to take control of their careers by offering holistic career advice. The goal is to provide everyone with actionable tips, knowledge, skills, and confidence to crush their career goals.
This podcast takes a funny, fresh, and playful approach to discussing career topics.
We have fun, laugh, use adult language, tell it how it is, and get right to the point.
Check out Career Talk: Learn – Grow – Thrive as featured in the New York Times, Inc.com, Forbes, Reader’s Digest, Business Insider, and more!

Copyright: © Stephanie Dennis

Latest Episodes:

What To Keep Or Remove From Your Resume - Things To Think About Aug 10, 2020

Show notes

Additional resume episodes:

2/6/2020 - Resume tips when changing careers
9/26/2019 - Resume refresher - 24 resume writing tips
5/30/2019 - My interview on the Kick Ass In Life Podcast - Resume tips, how to stand out, etc.
8/21/2017 - What to include / exclude on your resume

Things to consider for your resume, whether to keep or remove:

Sports
Fraternities / sororities
Volunteering
Work experience
Date of graduation
Full address

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To work together (resume reviews, career coaching, etc.):

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We are written, produced, hosted and edited by Stephanie Dennis

You’re awesome!!

Go be your amazing self today!!!

Sexism In The Workplace Aug 03, 2020

Show notes

Sexism is complete BS. It shouldn't happen. And it does.

Examples of sexism:

Every time a woman is paid less than a man
Every time someone tells a woman to smile
Every time someone makes a comment about your looks / body
Every time someone feels uncomfortable in the restroom with a trans person
When someone assumes you have a different role than you do
All the double standards
Pink tax
Feeling unsafe because of your gender

Google dictionary definitions:

Sexism - Prejudice, stereotyping, of discrimination, typically against women on the basis of sex

Genderism - another work for gender bias

What to do:

Bring awareness
Call it out
Check on your colleagues
Find your work support system
Do not accept it
Talk to HR
Be honest and transparent

To support the show:

Online Store (you can get 15% off using code CAREERTALKPOD15):

careertalkswag.com

Paypal:

paypal.me/stephdennis13

Anchor:

https://anchor.fm/careertalk

For show notes go to:

http://stephdennis13.com/category/careertalk/

To work together:

listentocareertalk.com

For the Google Survey:

https://goo.gl/forms/PToleX38QgQ4EPaz1

To connect:

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We are written, produced, hosted and edited by Stephanie Dennis

You’re awesome!!

Go be your amazing self today!!!

Working Too Many Hours Jul 27, 2020

Show notes

As we've talked about before, work/life balance will never be perfect.

AND there is a point where too much is too much.

We are not robots and can't be expected to go 100 MPH 24/7.

Two situations/reasons where we are working too many hours:

Expectations we put on ourselves
Expectations others set on us

Tips for when we set expectations for ourselves:

Set boundaries
Utilize timers
Set a schedule and stick to it 80-90% of the time
Dig down deep and establish / determine why you feel the need / pressure to put on yourself
Schedule time away
Make a self care list
Make a local wish list
Research and understand achievement vs. perfectionism vs. compulsion vs. obsessed
Establish your why
Accept and embrace and encourage your failures
Prioritize ALL the things
Exercise / movement
Meditation / spiritual / religious practice

Tips for when others set expectations for us:

Try to figure out if they put expectations on themselves that you are picking up
Set boundaries
Talk to your leader
Can you add resources to the team
Balance with exercise, movement, eating well, fun, self care, etc.
Talk to HR or upper management if your leader can't help
Evaluate if you're in the right place
Put yourself first

Burn out isn't fun, feeling exhausted isn't fun.

Fuzzy brain is hard.

You need to take care of yourself. You deserve it!!

Signs you're working too much:

Skipping meals / eating really bad
No time with friends
Not enough time with your partner and family
Pets being neglected
Missing key events
Brain is fuzzy all the time
Feel drained all the time
Surviving on coffee / energy drinks
Skipping exercise
Not doing the fun things you're passionate about
Feeling depressed or doubtful of your abilities
Complete overwhelm
Feeling like you're failing at everything

Episodes:

Tips for finding better work life balance - 6/27/2019

To support the show:

Online Store (you can get 15% off using code CAREERTALKPOD15):

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Paypal:

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Anchor:

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For show notes go to:

http://stephdennis13.com/category/careertalk/

To work together:

listentocareertalk.com

For the Google Survey:

https://goo.gl/forms/PToleX38QgQ4EPaz1

To connect:

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@careertalkpodcast

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We are written, produced, hosted and edited by Stephanie Dennis

You’re awesome!!

Go be your amazing self today!!!

How To Explain Your Job Hopping Past Jul 20, 2020

Show notes

Why people might want to leave their job:

Horrible hours
Bad manager
Ethical conflicts
Contract ends
Don't like the company
Don't like the industry
Work doesn't align with what you want to do
Lack of growth / development
Little to no communication
Unclear / unfair expectations
More money somewhere else
Traumatic experience at work
Bad work culture
Lack of flexibility
No autonomy
Lack of recognition
Not challenged enough
Respect
Poor leadership team
High workloads with no light at the end of the tunnel
Lack of resources
No support
Your work people are all leaving
Lagging in innovation compared to competitors
Misalignment to company mission / values
Personal life events
Lack of learning opportunities
Feeling you're not making an impact
Raise kid(s)
Care for family member

Tips to explain job hopping:

Provide the reasons
Be honest
Keep it positive
If appropriate explain changes you've made
Offer what the next role provided
Be confident in knowing what you want and ask questions around that
Why you feel this role is a good fit based on what you're looking for

To support the show:

Online Store (you can get 15% off using code CAREERTALKPOD15):

careertalkswag.com

Paypal:

paypal.me/stephdennis13

Anchor:

https://anchor.fm/careertalk

For show notes go to:

http://stephdennis13.com/category/careertalk/

To work together:

listentocareertalk.com

For the Google Survey:

https://goo.gl/forms/PToleX38QgQ4EPaz1

To connect:

Instagram:

@stephdennis13

@careertalkpodcast

Facebook:

www.facebook.com/stephdennis13

We are written, produced, hosted and edited by Stephanie Dennis

You’re awesome!!

Go be your amazing self today!!!

Have The Rules Changed? Market Insights and Misc Job Searching Tips Jul 16, 2020

Show notes

Market insights

Unemployment:

April 2020 - 14.7%
May 2020 - 13.3%
June 2020 - 11.1%
2008-2009 - unemployment peaked at roughly 10%

All data courtesy of BLS.gov

Separations:

2008-2009 - Roughly 3.5%
March 2020 - 9.7%
April 2020 - 7.5%

Number of unemployed persons per job opening:

April 2020 - 4.6
2008-2009 - 1.9-6.4

Other things to consider:

CARES act additional unemployment is expiring EOM July 2020
Looking at 2nd wave of COVID-19 cases
Will small businesses be able to make up the losses?
We very very quickly moved from a candidate market to an employer market

Tips:

If you get a enough of a notice for your lay off / furlough, try to pre-pay as many bills as possible
Check out facebook groups for your particular area of expertise

Link to the cover letter episode:

https://anchor.fm/careertalk/episodes/Lets-Talk-Cover-Letters-How-to-Write-A-Cover-Letter--What-To-Include--Etc-e3i7r8

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Merch (you can get 15% off using code CAREERTALKPOD15):

careertalkswag.com

Paypal:

paypal.me/stephdennis13

Anchor:

https://anchor.fm/careertalk

Amazon Wishlist:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3T3HCEGR737Y7?ref_=wl_share

Steph's Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/stephdennis13/

Pod Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/careertalkpodcast/

Steph's Facebook:

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Pod Facebook:

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For show notes go to:

http://stephdennis13.com/category/careertalk/

To work together (resume reviews, career coaching, etc.):

listentocareertalk.com

For the Google Survey:

https://goo.gl/forms/PToleX38QgQ4EPaz1

We are written, produced, hosted and edited by Stephanie Dennis

You’re awesome!!

Go be your amazing self today!!!

How To Ask For Flexibility At Work Jul 13, 2020

Show notes

Before asking make sure:

Your performance is meeting expectations
Your leader trusts you to do your work
Know what you want / need

Flexibility could be:

Hours
Days
Working from home
Shifting focus
Shifting workloads
Work from family member's home
Adjusting goals
Changing expectations

Asking your leader for flexibility:

Let them know what you're looking for
Let them know why you're looking for it
Assure them your quality / quantity of work will not decrease
Assure them your work is high priority
Offer to set up check-ins each week
Let them know how it will help and the benefits
Lay out the structure you're set up so they know you'll be successful

To support the show:

Online Store (you can get 15% off using code CAREERTALKPOD15):

careertalkswag.com

Paypal:

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Anchor:

https://anchor.fm/careertalk

For show notes go to:

http://stephdennis13.com/category/careertalk/

To work together:

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For the Google Survey:

https://goo.gl/forms/PToleX38QgQ4EPaz1

To connect:

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@careertalkpodcast

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We are written, produced, hosted and edited by Stephanie Dennis

You’re awesome!!

Go be your amazing self today!!!

Internal Transfers and Internal Promotions Jul 06, 2020

Show notes

Tips:

Apply for roles that interest you
Talk with your leader / manager / boss
Reach out to the recruiter and/or hiring manager for the role to learn more
Re-iterate your internal experience during the interview
Emphasize your high performance
Know what you're working towards
Update your resume
List your achievements ahead of your interview so you can speak to them in your interview
Offer to train your replacement
Research beforehand
Talk to people on the team before you apply
Pros / cons list
Understand compensation differences
Stay positive even if you get rejected
Develop and cultivate strong relationships
Offer names of people who can speak to your work in your interview
Explain plan to close any skills gap

To support the show:

Online Store (you can get 15% off using code CAREERTALKPOD15):

careertalkswag.com

Paypal:

paypal.me/stephdennis13

Anchor:

https://anchor.fm/careertalk

For show notes go to:

http://stephdennis13.com/category/careertalk/

To work together:

listentocareertalk.com

For the Google Survey:

https://goo.gl/forms/PToleX38QgQ4EPaz1

To connect:

Instagram:

@stephdennis13

@careertalkpodcast

Facebook:

www.facebook.com/stephdennis13

We are written, produced, hosted and edited by Stephanie Dennis

You’re awesome!!

Go be your amazing self today!!!

How To Gain Visibility Working Remotely Jun 29, 2020

Show notes

Tips:

High performance
Volunteer for extra projects
Schedule regular 1:1's with your manager
Ask for feedback regularly
Make your goals known to your leader
Get on video during calls with your colleagues
Ask for the promotion you want
Became the go to person on the team
Schedule creative ways to build rapport with your team
Create a roadmap or step by step checklist with your leader for you to get promoted
Train / mentor your teammates
Contribute on cross functional teams
Voice your opinions
Express your concerns so the projects can be better
Create solutions to complex problems
Check in with colleagues 1:1 via video
Share your wins with your leader and colleagues when/where it makes sense to do so
Make sure your team knowns your hours and timezone
Celebrate the wins of others
Respond quickly within working hours
Find a mentor
Learn a new skill that will fuel a promotion
Document your progress
Apply for promotional jobs
Brand yourself well
Show flexibility as projects and priorities change
Create ways for more interaction

To support the show:

Online Store (you can get 15% off using code CAREERTALKPOD15):

careertalkswag.com

Paypal:

paypal.me/stephdennis13

Anchor:

https://anchor.fm/careertalk

For show notes go to:

http://stephdennis13.com/category/careertalk/

To work together:

listentocareertalk.com

For the Google Survey:

https://goo.gl/forms/PToleX38QgQ4EPaz1

To connect:

Instagram:

@stephdennis13

@careertalkpodcast

Facebook:

www.facebook.com/stephdennis13

We are written, produced, hosted and edited by Stephanie Dennis

You’re awesome!!

Go be your amazing self today!!!

35 Tips For Working At Home Jun 22, 2020

Show notes

Tips:

Separate space
Stick to your same schedule you would if you went into the office
Set specific end time and stick to it
Embrace the freedom AND stay focused on work
Camera ready if that's the thing at your company
Take your breaks
Leave your house when you're able
Make sure you have what you need to be successful
Maintain high performance
Communicate, communicate, communicate
Be active in meetings
Dress for your day
Don't get distracted
Would I do this at the office?
Socialize and interact with your colleagues
Prioritize your work
Plan your day with a calendar - paper or digital
Schedule your tasks / to do list
Good internet speeds
Comfortable chair
Stretch on the regular
Pick some healthy snack / meal options
Assume people are coming from a good place
If your computer mic sucks, invest in a good headset
Set expectations
Know when / how you work the best and optimize for that
Ask for help when needed
Music, podcasts, audiobooks
White noise apps
Let your team how they can get in touch with you if you're away and an emergency pops up
Address conflicts or problems quickly - take it off email / IM as soon as possible
Have 1:1 meetings with your manager and/or your direct reports
Create a place to share work outside of email
Ask for feedback
Make your goals / desires known

To support the show:

Online Store (you can get 15% off using code CAREERTALKPOD15):

careertalkswag.com

Paypal:

paypal.me/stephdennis13

Anchor:

https://anchor.fm/careertalk

For show notes go to:

http://stephdennis13.com/category/careertalk/

To work together:

listentocareertalk.com

For the Google Survey:

https://goo.gl/forms/PToleX38QgQ4EPaz1

To connect:

Instagram:

@stephdennis13

@careertalkpodcast

Facebook:

www.facebook.com/stephdennis13

We are written, produced, hosted and edited by Stephanie Dennis

You’re awesome!!

Go be your amazing self today!!!

Gaps In Job History and The Impact It Has Jun 15, 2020

Show notes

There could be many reasons someone has a gap in their resume

Laid off
Company folded
Person left before finding something new
Contract ended
Needed to take time off to care for a family member
Caring for young child
Medical reasons
Addiction recovery
Relocation
Start your own company
Traveling
Spiritual / religious reasons
Personal development

Impacts:

Could be viewed as negative
People could think you couldn't find a job
Could give you an opportunity to re-charge
Opportunity to re-evaluate priorities
Time to learn something new
Start / finish new projects
Start your business
Part time work
Changed careers / industries
Opportunity to pick up contracting work or temp work
Volunteering

Tips:

Explain the gap, keep it short, be confident
Keep it positive
Provide productive things you did during the time off
Networking
Resume - try using years vs mm/yyyy format
Don't dwell on the gap
Be honest and transparent
Prepare to discuss but don't focus on it

To support the show:

Online Store (you can get 15% off using code CAREERTALKPOD15):

careertalkswag.com

Paypal:

paypal.me/stephdennis13

Anchor:

https://anchor.fm/careertalk

For show notes go to:

http://stephdennis13.com/category/careertalk/

To work together:

listentocareertalk.com

For the Google Survey:

https://goo.gl/forms/PToleX38QgQ4EPaz1

To connect:

Instagram:

@stephdennis13

@careertalkpodcast

Facebook:

www.facebook.com/stephdennis13

We are written, produced, hosted and edited by Stephanie Dennis

You’re awesome!!

Go be your amazing self today!!!

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