Clocking Out: Stories of Career Transitions with Raymond Lee
Release Date: 08/25/2025
How Gen Z Is Shaping The Future of Work
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Gen Z has entered the workforce — and they’re shaking things up. From redefining success to prioritizing balance and authenticity, they’re challenging old norms and reshaping what work looks like. In this episode, Lorraine Rise explores how Gen Z’s values are influencing leadership, company culture, and even hiring practices. As both a career coach and a parent of a Gen Z teen, she shares insight into bridging the gap between generations. 🎧 Tune in to learn how Gen Z is transforming the workplace and what we can all learn from their approach:
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When The Nest Isn’t Empty: Help Your Adult Child Land a Job
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Got an adult child who can't find work and move out? You're not alone. This trend is growing. In this unique episode, Lorraine discusses the challenges faced by young adults entering the job market and how parents can support them without overstepping. She emphasizes the importance of coaching over doing, encouraging parents to guide their children in identifying strengths, conducting informational interviews, and setting boundaries. 🎧 Listen and learn more: www.careeruprising.com/podcast
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Navigating Purpose, Values & Employer Culture
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Lorraine Rise delves into the critical importance of aligning your career with your core values. As the government shutdown continues, Lorraine shares personal insights and practical exercises to help you identify your values and evaluate company cultures. Discover how to ask the right questions during interviews to ensure a perfect fit and avoid culture clashes. Whether you're seeking purpose, autonomy, or collaboration, this episode provides the tools to navigate your career with intention and clarity. Tune in to transform your job search into a journey of self-discovery and fulfillment. ...
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Listener Q & A - Lorraine Answers Your Career Questions!
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You asked, and Lorraine answers! In this episode, we’re diving into real questions from our listeners—covering everything from job searches to career transitions, networking, and more. Get practical advice, insider tips, and strategies you can use to advance your career—straight from the source. Here are a few of the questions Lorraine answers in this episode: How long should resumes be in 2025? How can I re-enter the workforce after taking several years off? Why do candidates get ghosted by recruiters? 🎧 Listen and learn more: /podcast
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How To Survive The Most Brutal Job Market In Years
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The job market has never been tougher—and it's affecting candidates at ALL career levels. How long are job searches taking? How can you sustain yourself emotionally and financially during a long search? In this episode, Lorraine breaks down the current hiring landscape, shares eye-opening stats on job search timelines, and offers practical strategies to help you stand out, stay resilient, and land your next role. Plus, actionable tips for managing the financial and emotional challenges of a long job search. 🎧 Learn more:
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Five Mistakes Candidates Make That Backfire
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Lorraine has stepped back into the recruiting world, and she’s here to reveal what really goes on behind the scenes of the hiring process. In this episode, she’s sharing five common mistakes that job seekers make — mistakes that they think will help, but in reality, only frustrate recruiters and actually hurt their chances of getting hired. From applying to too many roles to submitting duplicate applications, these missteps don’t make you look more competitive — they make you look unfocused and desperate. The good news? Each of these mistakes is easy to avoid once you know what...
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Truth And Lies About A.I. In The Job Search
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AI might be everywhere in the job search—but it won’t land you the job. You will. In Episode 190 of Career UpRising, Lorraine unpacks the truth and lies about AI in your career search. Discover where AI can actually help—and where it can’t replace your authenticity, strategy, and human connection. 🎧 Listen now:
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Why Tech-Free Mornings Can Change Your Life
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What’s the first thing you reach for in the morning? For years, mine was my phone—emails, texts, news alerts—before I even got out of bed. The result? Stress and overwhelm before my day even started. That’s why I made a change: tech-free mornings. In this episode of Career UpRising, I share how unplugging during the first hour of the day reduced my stress, boosted my productivity, and gave me a calmer, clearer start. If you’ve ever felt stuck in the scroll, this episode will show you how a small shift in your mornings can ripple into your entire day. Listen now!
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You’re Not Behind. You’re Right On Time
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In this episode, we dive into the all-too-common feeling of being behind in your career. Lorraine explores personal stories and actionable strategies to help you redefine success and find your unique path. Listen for actionable guidance on overcoming the feeling of being behind and learn the critical questions to ask yourself in order to move forward in your career. Whether you're just starting out or looking to pivot, this episode offers inspiration and guidance to help you move forward with confidence. Tune in and discover how to turn perceived setbacks into stepping stones for growth. To...
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Managing Your Emotions In Difficult Times
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In this episode, we delve into the art of managing emotions during challenging times in life. Discover practical strategies and personal stories from Lorraine's life that illuminate the path to emotional resilience. Whether you're navigating personal struggles or supporting others, this conversation offers valuable insights to help you find balance and strength. Tune in to explore how understanding and embracing our emotions can lead to personal growth and healing. Learn more and listen to the archive at www.careeruprising.com/podcast.
info_outlineWhat really happens when you walk away from the career you've known? In this inspiring episode, Lorraine speaks with Raymond Lee, founder of Careerminds and host of Clocking Out: Real Talk on Career Transitions.
With decades of experience helping professionals navigate layoffs, retirement, and major pivots, Raymond shares powerful stories and insights from the frontlines of career change. Together, they dive into the emotional journey of transition—what it means to let go, redefine success, and discover what’s next.
In this episode, we discuss:
How to navigate the uncertainty of career transitions
Why mindset and planning are critical in every stage
Real stories of resilience and reinvention
The human side of layoffs, retirement, and starting over
Whether you’re choosing change or it’s been thrust upon you, this conversation offers wisdom, perspective, and hope.