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5 Money Mistakes Even #RichGirls Make—And How to Avoid Them According to Money With Katie
03 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode is a really fun one. We’re joined by Katie Gatti (Money With Katie) to discuss things like launching an online brand, the creator ...
Big Feelings: How to Be Okay When Things Are Not Okay with @LizAndMollie
26 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Between our emotion-phobic society and the debilitating uncertainty of modern times, we usually don’t know how to talk about what we’re going thro...
What a Year of WFH Has Done to Our Relationships at Work
19 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you remember a time when work included informal social interactions? There’s an official name for these interactions—social capital—or the be...
The Big Lie of Corporate Feminism + What Happens Next For Working Women With Reshma Saujani
12 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, we confront the “big lie” of corporate feminism and hear from Reshma Saujani, author of the newly released book, Pay Up, on a bo...
How to Map Out Your Next 90 Days (Solo Episode)
05 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we have another solo episode for you all! Lauren talks about how she maps out her short-term goals, specifically in 90-days. Listen in to learn ...
Why and How You Should Ask What Someone Earns
29 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know only 45% of workers feel adequately paid but 50% still aren’t comfortable discussing salary in the workplace? What’s more, research f...
Salary Secrets: What's Considered a Big Raise, Reasons to Ask, & How to Ask for a Raise
22 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode is all about money! Specifically we’ll be spilling LOTS of salary secrets as we pick the brain (again) of David Buckmaster, a glob...
Who's Making You Miserable at Work? Let's Talk Jerks and Toxic Coworkers
15 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
From open floor plans and Zoom calls to Slack channels, the workplace has changed a lot over the years. But there’s one thing that never changes: yo...
How To Stop Procrastinating With These Quick Practices
08 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re joined by Dr. Sasha Shokrian to discuss procrastination—an annoying label and behavior many of us probably struggle with. Turns out pr...
Corporate Natalie on TikTok Fame, Growing a Brand + The Myth About Influencers
01 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re joined by Corporate Natalie, who you probably from TikTok or Instagram where she pokes fun at corporate workplaces. But what you may not...
How to Become a Creative Director
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You’ve probably heard “Creative Director” as a job title but do you know what the job actually entails? On today’s episode, we’re interviewi...
3 Signs You're The Sensitive One at Work—And How to Make It Your Superpower
15 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re talking about sensitivity, including how to know if you’re the sensitive one at work and how this workplace trait can actually play a ...
What’s Your Workplace Love Language?
08 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With Valentine’s Day coming up, we thought it was fitting to talk about workplace love languages. You've probably heard of love languages in romanti...
Chronic Overachiever? How I Dialed It Back To Find Balance
01 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Thanks to the great feedback you all had about our first solo episode, Lauren is back with another. This time Lauren’s sharing how she’s learning ...
How to Become an Apartment Locator: Salary, Skills, & More
25 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re bringing you another installation in our “How to Become…” series. We’re diving into the role of an Apartment Locator AKA real e...
5 Career Goals to Set for 2022
18 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we’re talking about 5 career goals to set for 2022 + sharing our own relationships with goal-setting in the new year. And in case yo...
How to Build Better Bosses
11 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
One thing we hear a lot about is how hard it is to be a boss—and how much people don’t like their bosses. And while there are a ton of leadership ...
How I Overcome Impostor Syndrome + Cultivate Confidence
04 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Happy 2022! We made it to a new year! To kick the year off right, we’re sharing a solo episode with Lauren. Lauren talks about the times when she’...
The Top 5 Workplace Trends for 2022: Predictions + What They Mean For You
28 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
For our final episode of 2021 we’ll be making workplace predictions! To help, we’ve invited Career Contessa coaches Jill Jacinto and Jennifer Simm...
The Argument for the "Good Enough" Job
21 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode we’re discussing the argument for the “good enough” job including 4 reasons you should seek out a job that is good enough...
Quitting Your Job with No Plan B
14 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode we are re-sharing one of our favorite interviews with Tess Vigeland, author of Leap: Leaving a Job with No Plan B to Find the C...
How To Make a Career Pivot + What Next Steps to Take (Live Coaching Call)
07 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes your biggest work challenges need professional advice with tailored solutions. Enter the power of a Career Coach—trained and experienced p...
5 Warning Signs You Lack Confidence (And What You Can Do Instead)
30 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Research shows that 79% of women regularly lack confidence at work. And that age 40 is when we can expect our confidence levels to match up with men’...
How to Create a Sustainable Side Hustle
23 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Side hustles and entrepreneurship are often glamorized under a rose-colored “girl boss” lens. People are drawn in by the allure of working on yo...
How to Request Medical Leave + What You're Entitled To According To An Employment Lawyer
16 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we’re discussing a topic that might be really intimidating—how to request medical leave. Many of us think of physical health as being the on...
How Do I Deal With Toxic Coworkers?
09 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dealing with office manipulators is tricky. That’s why we invited Liz Kislik to the show. With almost 30 years of consulting, Liz has encountered co...
How to Tame Your Mind in 60 Seconds
02 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Research shows we are missing 50% of our lives. Why? Because we aren’t paying attention. The answer is cognitive training—also known as teaching y...
Unfulfilled Ambitions: How to Realize Your Career Intentions + Find Your Cru
26 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered what ambitious really means outside of Instagram memes and quotes? Have you ever felt like have unfulfilled ambitious even thou...
How to Become a Recruiter: Salary, Skills, & More
19 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever wondered how to become a recruiter or what people mean when they say they just “fell into recruiting” you should listen to today’...
How Do I Practice Self-Compassion at Work?
12 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
More and more, psychologists are turning away from an emphasis on self-esteem and moving toward self-compassion in the treatment of their patients—a...
How Do I Overcome Impostor Syndrome at Work?
05 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Why are we so often the most negative voice in our own lives? Have you ever felt like you needed to pretend to be confident at work? This feeling is p...
How Do I Give Feedback at Work + Examples On What to Say
28 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When’s the last time you got critical feedback at a job? Feedback is a gift and yet research shows that there’s a mismatch between how much we, as...
How to Love Your Job When You Hate It
21 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We’re currently living (and working) through another pandemic. It’s the “I hate my job” pandemic that has many workers running toward the grea...
Employee Double-Dipping: Should You Work Two Remote Jobs at The Same Time?
14 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Double dipping is a new career trend in which employees balance two jobs at once. Over the pandemic, this trend has become increasingly popular as peo...
How to Ask for a Raise at Work: Tips from Nike's Dir. of Global Compensation
07 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, we’re joined by David Buckmaster, Nike’s Global Compensation Director and author of Fair Pay to discuss...you guessed it...salary...
How to Become a Project Manager: Salary, Skills, & More
31 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this special episode of The Career Contessa Podcast, Aliya (CC’s Video Producer) interviewed three project management professionals and a career ...
How to Overcome Workplace Conflict: 5 Strategies That Work
24 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There is no such thing as a conflict-free work environment. However, disagreements can actually be super helpful. The key is learning how to have heal...
How to Navigate Big Career Decisions With Values
17 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the very first episode of our new show, The Career Contessa podcast! We will still be delivering helpful, actionable career tips every week...
The Career Contessa Podcast - Trailer
13 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A weekly career advice podcast focused on women, work, and all the answers to your questions so you can be more fulfilled, healthy, and successful at ...
How to Work Smarter, Not Harder
10 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a person who likes to work FAST? Do you love to get a lot done and feel the satisfaction of crossing items off your to-do list? Despite our be...
How to Deal With New Burnout Symptoms When Returning to The Office
03 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As companies start to re-think how to bring employees back to offices—and employees start to re-think what they want out of work, managing employee ...
The Argument For a Four-Day Workweek—Exactly What to Pitch To Your Boss
27 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are we operating on a five-day, 40-hour schedule for a good reason? Is 40 the magic number due to tons of studies and data? Are we actually working ...
Career Identities, Cancel Culture, + Moving Forward from 90210 with Shenae Grimes-Beech and AnnaLynne McCord
20 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt anxious when someone asked “what do you do” and you worried about your answer? Have you ever wondered what’s your “why” i...
4 Proven Ways to De-Stress at Work And Improve Your Wellbeing
13 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Stress first creeps up in physical ways like when you can’t sleep or your heart rate starts to beat just a bit faster. And if you don’t learn how ...
How Do I Recover From a Work Mistake?
06 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Making a mistake is annoying at best. Making a mistake at work feels particularly anxiety-inducing because unlike disappointing a parent, friend or ev...
How to Mold a Human-Centric Workplace
29 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Your workplace can have a huge impact on your quality of life, so it’s important that your work environment is focused on the needs of its people. O...
What to Do When You Want to Stay Working Remotely
22 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Here in the U.S. many people are starting to return to work in-person. While some people are excited to go back to the office, other people are absolu...
How to Escape Toxic Hustle Culture
15 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hustle culture is our collective need to work harder and more efficiently. It idolizes early hours, late nights, and prioritizes productivity above al...
The Great Resignation: How to Quit Your Job
08 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Great Resignation is a recent term that some of you may have heard floating around. It refers to the post-pandemic “quit your job” movement fu...
The Most Annoying Business Jargon We Need to Stop Using
01 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A couple of weeks ago we made a post on Career Contessa’s Instagram about some of our least favorite workplace jargon. Turns out, a lot of you had s...
15 Quick Career Fixes You Needed Yesterday
25 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Last week, we reached out to you all, the Career Contessa listeners and readers, to find out whether you had any specific career questions we could co...
5 Red Flags to Absolutely Avoid in a Company
18 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes you know when a company is not a great fit for you. Whether you notice it in a job interview, 5 months into working at a company, or 5 year...
Are You Languishing? Here’s How to Feel Better
11 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Languishing. Many of us are doing it without even being aware of what “it” is. Languishing is not burnout and it’s not quite depression, but it...
The Most Important Career Advice You Haven't Heard Already
04 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It’s pretty obvious that our careers have a huge impact on our finances, but your finances also have a huge affect on your career. Being financially...
4 Steps to Overcome Feelings of Self-Doubt
27 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dealing with and working to overcome self-doubt is a common hurdle to progress -- especially career progress. Struggles with self-doubt can: keep you ...
3 Ways to Set Yourself Up For Career Success
20 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Contrary to what it may feel like, you don’t have to wait for a new year, a birthday, or a new job opportunity to reinvigorate your career. You can ...
5 Steps to Career Satisfaction—According to Research
13 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Much of our days, our purpose, and our identities revolve around not who we are, but what we do. When we meet someone new for the first time, how ofte...
How Much of Your "Authentic" Self Should You Really Bring to Work
06 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Being authentic at work can seem like a tricky balance. Many people feel like they have a completely different version of themselves that shows up to ...
Is Fear Masking Your Ambition? 3 Questions to Ask Yourself
30 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Fear often stands in the way of ambition. But how do you recognize that fear and stop it from getting in the way of achieving your goals? On today’s...
7 Types of Rest Every Person Needs
23 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever tried to fix an ongoing lack of energy by getting more sleep — only to do so and still feel exhausted? If that’s you, here’s the s...
How to Spot a Dysfunctional Workplace From An Interview
16 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
No one wants to get stuck in a dysfunctional workplace. That’s why today we’re discussing how you can spot a dysfunctional workplace or boss—str...
The Cost of Being Indecisive at Work
09 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you indecisive? Does it take you hours, days, or weeks to make what may seem like a simple decision? Today we’ll be discussing how indecisivenes...
5 Common Resume Mistakes That Lead to Recruiter Confusion
02 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There are SO many opinions out there on what you should and shouldn’t put on a resume that it’s easy to get overwhelmed with the whole resume-writ...
How To Stop a Negative Thought Spiral
23 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Many of us have fallen victim to a negative thought spiral—that feeling when one bad thought or experience turns into a mountain of thoughts that ma...
Hustle Harder—The Dark Side of Toxic Positivity
16 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hustle harder. Good vibes only. Girl, you've got this. Sometimes words of encouragement are—not so helpful. Today we’re discussing how toxic posit...
How to Job Search While Pregnant—From a Woman Who Did It
09 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Even before COVID times, the idea of searching for a new job...while also being pregnant was a daunting one. Is it better to play it safe with your cu...
The Argument For The "Good Enough" Job
02 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt the pressure to make sure you’re working a job that not only pays you, but also fulfills you, is something you’re passionate ab...
4 Personality Types You Need to Build a Dream Team
26 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As a leader responsible for driving performance and results in your organization, many variables are simply outside of your control. But one thing yo...
5 Habits Guaranteed to Maximize Your Career in 2021
19 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If there’s one thing we’ve all learned from 2020, it’s that sometimes no amount of planning can help you predict the future, especially when it ...
4 Signs That You’re Stuck Professionally—And How to Grow
12 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re midway (or quarterway) through your career and feeling stuck, you are not alone. Maybe work doesn’t feel meaningful anymore, or your ind...
The 4 “Brags” Every Woman Should Try To Boost Your Career
05 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Singing your accomplishments at the office—especially a virtual one—is never an easy task, but how do you tout your achievements on the regular s...
Welcome to The Femails by Career Contessa
01 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hi there, I’m Lauren McGoodwin, host of The Femails, a podcast from Career Contessa that focuses on the world of women and work by delivering helpf...
The Top 5 Workplace Trends for 2021: Predictions and What They Mean For You
29 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On our last episode of 2020, we’re getting futuristic and discussing 2021 workplace predictions and what we really think we can expect in work trend...
3 Mistakes Every Entrepreneur Should Avoid With Emma Isaacs of Business Chicks
22 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you been considering taking the plunge into entrepreneurship? Or maybe you’ve already dipped your toe in the business pool and you’d like to ...
Why "Humble" is The New Successful
15 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Most of us think we're humble - We don't brag about our success to people with less, spout our opinions like we’re the G.O.A.T., or judge people by ...
The 3 Best Gifts for Self-Development (And To Set You Up for 2021)
08 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve been inspired by the holiday gifting season and want to share the best career and self-development gifts for Y.O.U. We’re also joined by Gin...
5 Habits That Are Destroying Your Confidence
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that confidence is a skill that can be learned and improved? But how? For starters, you’ll want to remove any anti-confidence habits th...
2020 Wasn’t ALL Bad—Our Team’s Highs, Lows, Favorites, and Hopes for 2021
24 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We’re taking a bit of a detour from our usual career advice to talk about a much less serious topic because we’re all about finding the balance be...
How Black Women Are Prioritizing Self-Care Right Now
17 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode is the fourth and final episode of a special 4-part series called “Black Women In…”, which will explore the ways Black women w...
Exactly How to Talk Salary In a Job Interview—And Work Situations
10 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We’re diving into salary talk—how to discuss salary in a job interview, when asking for a raise, making a career transition, and many other uncomf...
How to Build a 7-Figure Portfolio
05 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We all wish retirement and money were things that just fell from the sky. But they don’t. Getting your money organized—and growing it to 7-figures...
The Unreality And Dream Job Myth of Emily In Paris
27 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Does the dream job exist? Thanks to shows like Netflix’s Emily In Paris, you might think “yes,” however, you might be happy to hear the dream jo...
7 Career Lessons We’ve Learned (That We Wish We Knew Earlier)
20 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Career Contessa turns 7! To celebrate our anniversary, the team is sharing the best career advice we’ve heard and the career lessons we wish we had...
I Am Not Your Stereotype: Black Women In The World
13 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In our third episode of our “Black Women In…” series, Chei, Jasmin, Stephanie, and Neveah are back to discuss common stereotypes the world has ...
How the Most Successful People Work From Home
06 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
How do you do great work while sitting near the same spot where you watch Netflix? How can you maintain and grow your network when you spend less time...
Money, Blogging, and The Power of Morning Routines with Lauryn Evarts Bosstick of The Skinny Confidential
29 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode is with Lauryn Evarts Bosstick, the content creator and brand builder behind The Skinny Confidential, which is a blog, book, podcas...
Gratitude Letters: How to Cultivate Happiness In The Workplace
22 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Gratitude. It’s something we hear a lot about. But what are gratitude letters? On today’s episode, we’ve got Nancy Davis Kho, author of The Than...
How to Confront Your Fear-Based Thoughts
15 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Fear is a nasty 4-letter word that can keep you from moving forward. So how can you confront your fear-based thoughts? On today’s episode, we’ve g...
4 Types of Problem Coworkers on Selling Sunset And How To Avoid Them In Your Office
08 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We’re discussing problematic workplace behavior and specifically using Netflix’s new-ish reality show Selling Sunset as our case study. We’ll us...
4 Rules for Gaining Control of Your Money—And Saving Hundreds This Month
01 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We’re discussing budgeting and how you can use it to take control of your money even during Covid times with Jesse Mecham, founder of You Need a Bu...
Black Women vs. White Privilege: From tone policing to code-switching, the toxicity of white feminism
25 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In our second episode of our “Black Women In…” series, Chei, Jasmin, Stephanie, and Neveah are back to discuss white privilege. Plus, we’re ad...
5 Signs You ARE A People Pleaser + How to Stop
18 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Are you too accommodating in your daily life—so much so that it's actually a hindrance to your work? Well, you might be a people pleaser. On today...
How Do I Prepare for an Informational Interview? 15 Questions to Ask
11 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We’re discussing informational interviews—one of our favorite tools that can be used anytime in your career like in a job search, networking, care...
How to Navigate a Toxic Workplace
04 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We’re discussing toxic workplaces— the signs to watch out for, when you know your workplace is indeed toxic, and how to get out. We are joined by ...
Black Women in The Workplace: 4 Friends on What It's Like to Be Black, Female, and Working in America
28 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to our special series called “Black Women In…” co-hosted by Career Contessa coach, Chei Burris. On our first episode, Chei is joined by ...
How to Cultivate a Growth Mindset
21 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We’re discussing how you can train your brain (yes, you can do such a thing) to have a growth mindset with Career Contessa coach Kristin Evenson. Kr...
How To Answer Any Job Interview Question
14 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Behavioral interview questions require candidates to share examples of specific situations they’ve been in where they had to use certain skills. The...
Overcome The Frozen (Middle) Career Stage
07 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt like your career stalled out? Or like you were in a frozen career stage once you got to middle management. This is actually pretty ...
5 Actions to Create a More Inclusive Workplace
30 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Building inclusive workplaces don’t happen overnight. They require consistent learning, changes in habits, and leadership’s commitment. However, w...
How Leaders Can Support Their Black Employees Navigating Racial Injustice
23 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how leaders can support their Black employees navigating racial injustice with our guest expert Desiree Booker, CEO/Founder, ColorVizion Lab. De...