Work Should Feel Good with Diana Alt

Work Should Feel Good is the no-BS career podcast for people who want more from their work, without selling their soul to get it. Hosted by career strategist and layoff survivor Diana Alt, this show shares real stories, mindset shifts, and practical strategies to help you grow your career on your terms. You'll hear from recruiters, entrepreneurs, leaders, and everyday professionals in episodes that drop most Wednesdays. Let's make work feel good - together.

Episode 20: How to Get Promoted Without Ruining Your Life with Jeff Mockaitis 09/03/2025

Episode 20: How to Get Promoted Without Ruining Your Life with Jeff Mockaitis What does it really take to climb the corporate ladder without losing your soul in the process? This episode is packed with insight for thoughtful professionals ready to lead without burning out. In this candid conversation, Diana Alt sits down with Jeff Mockaitis, General Manager at Rahn USA Corporation, to explore how strong leadership is rooted in reflection, strategic risk-taking, and long-term thinking, not just doing more, faster. Jeff opens up about his unexpected path from chemistry lab work to executive leadership, the game-changing power of an MBA, and how embracing his top CliftonStrengths (like context!) helped him make meaningful, deliberate moves throughout his career. You’ll hear real talk about imposter syndrome, mid-career pivots, building internal advocates, and leading with integrity even when the pressure is on. Whether you're eyeing your next promotion or building toward long-term leadership, this one’s for you. ⏳ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 02:02 College Jeff would’ve laughed at today’s Jeff 04:45 Why Jeff almost pursued a history degree 07:19 How his love for history makes him a better leader 10:21 Avoiding analysis paralysis with CliftonStrengths 14:08 Jeff’s transition from chemist to business leader 16:15 The $50K decision that changed everything 23:09 “I’m not getting smarter anymore” — a turning point 27:00 From sales rep to GM: how Jeff got mentored up 29:00 Why relying on one internal advocate isn’t enough 31:00 What great leadership actually looks like 34:00 Managing identity and ambition in the corporate world 💡 Take action 🔥 Subscribe for future episodes → 📖 Grab my Resume Don’ts Guide → ❌ Avoid these common job search mistakes → 🚪 Wondering if it’s time to walk away? → 💼 Work with me → 📢 Connect with Jeff Mockaitis 🌐 Rahn USA Corporation → 🔗 LinkedIn → 📺 YouTube → 📲 Follow me on social media: LinkedIn → YouTube → Facebook → TikTok → Instagram → /episode/index/show/18553c0d-032e-45bd-839f-c17a8556872c/id/38054300

Episode 19: Mastering Visibility in Your Modern Job Search with Teegan Bartos 08/20/2025

Episode 18: Being a Great Boss Starts with Empathy with Eric Girard 08/06/2025

Episode 18: Being a Great Boss Starts with Empathy with Eric Girard From new manager pitfalls to mastering people skills, this episode is packed with truth and tools for leadership success. Are we setting new managers up to fail? In this conversation with Eric Girard, Principal Learning Consultant and CEO of Girard Training Solutions, we dig into why so many companies promote people based on technical skills—then leave them stranded with no real leadership training. Eric shares stories from his own rocky leadership start, insights from his book Lead Like a Pro, and actionable strategies to help both new and seasoned managers thrive. We explore the nuances of coaching, coalition building vs. consensus building, and how asking good questions (not showing flashy slides) is key to landing clients and building trust. If you’re in leadership, want to be, or are coaching others who are, this is a must-watch. ⏳ Timestamps: 01:21 Why woo-woo leadership training gave Eric the willies 04:00 What UN peacemaking taught him about managing conflict 06:50 Consensus vs. coalition building in corporate life 10:06 How Eric handled a high-stakes client pitch without a slide deck 13:00 The wrong (and right) way to promote new managers 16:20 What makes someone truly ready for leadership 20:30 Eric’s personal leadership failure—and how he recovered 24:00 Signs it’s time to walk away from a toxic job 27:40 The power of coaching for new managers 30:10 Why customizing leadership training should never be free 💡 Take action 🔥 Subscribe for future episodes → 📖 Grab my Resume Don’ts Guide → ❌ Avoid these common job search mistakes → 🚪 Wondering if it’s time to walk away? → 💼 Work with me → 📢 Connect with Eric Girard 🌐 Girard Training Solutions → 🔗 LinkedIn → 📲 Follow Eric on Social Media: YouTube → Facebook → Instagram → 📲 Follow me on social media: LinkedIn → YouTube → Facebook → TikTok → Instagram → /episode/index/show/18553c0d-032e-45bd-839f-c17a8556872c/id/37701660

Episode 17: The Power of Career Storytelling with Virginia Franco 07/23/2025

Episode 17: The Power of Career Storytelling with Virginia Franco Ditch the forms. Embrace your story. Learn why your career narrative matters more than ever. What separates a good resume from a great one? In this episode of Work Should Feel Good, Diana sits down with Virginia Franco, founder of Virginia Franco Resumes and a leader in the resume writing world, to unpack what makes compelling career collateral and why storytelling is the real game-changer. Virginia shares how her unique background in journalism and social work helps her extract powerful stories from clients, why she refuses to use forms, and the real difference between a $250 resume and a $2,000 one. You'll also hear how she built a thriving business that supports her lifestyle — including how she took six weeks off each summer and still stayed booked out. If you're thinking about a career pivot, launching your own service-based business, or just want to better understand how to market yourself, this episode is packed with gold. ⏳ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:20 Meet Virginia Franco 02:45 How journalism and social work shaped her resume writing superpowers 04:08 Why Virginia never uses intake forms 06:04 The origin of her resume writing business 09:07 Pricing her first clients — and how that evolved 13:48 Building a business around her lifestyle (and taking summers off!) 18:04 What sets premium resume services apart from low-cost options 23:03 Career storytelling and strategic pivots 24:27 How people read resumes — and why that matters 💡 Take action 🔥 Subscribe for future episodes → 📖 Grab my Resume Don’ts Guide → ❌ Avoid these common job search mistakes → 🚪 Wondering if it’s time to walk away? → 💼 Work with me → 📢 Connect with Virginia Franco 🌐 Virginia Franco Resumes → 🔗 LinkedIn → 📲 Follow Virginia on Social Media: YouTube → Facebook → X (Twitter) → Instagram → 📲 Follow me on social media: LinkedIn → YouTube → Facebook → TikTok → Instagram → /episode/index/show/18553c0d-032e-45bd-839f-c17a8556872c/id/37515150

Episode 16: Surviving and Building the Best Business for You with Liz Wilcox 07/16/2025

Episode 16: Surviving and Building the Best Business for You with Liz Wilcox In this candid and empowering episode of Work Should Feel Good, I’m joined by Liz Wilcox, keynote speaker and queen of email marketing, to talk about building a business that genuinely works for your life—even when the path looks unconventional. Liz shares her deeply personal journey from teacher to RV blogger to email marketing powerhouse, all through the lens of doing what feels right, not what’s expected. We talk about radical self-love (like giving yourself permission to pee), her $9/month email membership that changed the game, and how identifying what lights you up can pave the way for purpose-filled work. Liz’s approach to business is refreshingly authentic, strategic, and sustainable—and she’ll inspire you to find and follow your own version of "work that feels good." ⏳ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:00 Liz’s journey from teacher to entrepreneur 03:30 Letting go of the parts that no longer feel good 06:10 Why email marketing clicked—and how she went all in 08:35 Saying YES to yourself (even when it’s just going to pee!) 13:00 Creating boundaries with intention 16:00 The genius of blending short + deep content 18:00 Building her $9 membership model 21:40 The confidence it takes to go your own way 23:30 Work that feels good = confidence + effort 25:00 Why gratitude amplifies hope 💡 Take action 🔥 Subscribe for future episodes → 📖 Grab my Resume Don’ts Guide → ❌ Avoid these common job search mistakes → 🚪 Wondering if it’s time to walk away? → 💼 Work with me → 📢 Connect with Liz Wilcox 🌐 Website → 🔗 LinkedIn → 🎥 YouTube → 📘 Facebook → 🐦 X (Twitter) → 📸 Instagram → 💌 Email Marketing Membership → 📲 Follow me on social media: LinkedIn → YouTube → Facebook → TikTok → Instagram → /episode/index/show/18553c0d-032e-45bd-839f-c17a8556872c/id/37424645

Episode 15: Reinventing Yourself Through Holistic Resilience with Kelly Greene 06/25/2025

Episode 15: Reinventing Yourself Through Holistic Resilience with Kelly Greene Burned out by your career path? Stuck in survival mode? You can reinvent yourself and this episode shows you how. Kelly Greene shares her incredible journey from attorney to psychotherapist and holistic health coach, opening up about resilience, burnout, autoimmune illness, and what it really means to heal from the inside out. In this inspiring conversation, Kelly and I talk about the turning points in her life that led her to walk away from a career in law, how her personal health challenges sparked a radical transformation, and the power of listening to your body and rewriting your identity. We also dive into her time at Harvard, her views on trauma-informed healing, and her practical tips for cultivating resilience, without burning yourself out in the process. Whether you're navigating a career change, dealing with chronic stress, or searching for deeper purpose in your work, this episode is packed with wisdom and actionable takeaways. ⏳ Timestamps: 01:04 Meet Kelly Greene – from attorney to resilience coach 04:48 Therapy licensure vs. law licensure – what’s harder? 06:31 Career pivots: makeup artistry, law, psychology 10:01 Burning it down – letting go of what no longer fits 13:57 Healing the body by healing the mind 17:55 Living in alignment & tracking emotional signals 20:01 Kelly’s path to Harvard & why it mattered 24:19 What holistic resilience really means 27:05 On motherhood, trauma recovery & purpose 30:42 Final thoughts on work, identity & reinvention 💡 Take action 🔥 Subscribe for future episodes → 📖 Grab my Resume Don’ts Guide → ❌ Avoid these common job search mistakes → 🚪 Wondering if it’s time to walk away? → 💼 Work with me → 📢 Connect with Kelly Greene 🌐 Center for Holistic Resilience → 🔗 LinkedIn → 📺 YouTube 📘 Facebook → 📸 Instagram → 📲 Follow me on social media: LinkedIn → YouTube → Facebook → TikTok → Instagram → /episode/index/show/18553c0d-032e-45bd-839f-c17a8556872c/id/37793345

Episode 14: Building a Mission-Driven Tech Career with Matthew Copple 06/11/2025

Episode 13: Job Search Strategies for Neurodivergent Candidates with David Hannan 05/28/2025

Episode 12: Transition Tips for Federal Employees with Michael Greco 05/21/2025

Episode 12: Transition Tips for Federal Employees with Michael Greco Navigating government job changes? This episode is packed with insights to help federal employees (and beyond) make smooth, empowered transitions in uncertain times. In this conversation, Michael Greco, project manager by day, career coach by night, joins Diana to discuss how his own pivots between industries (edtech, healthcare, federal contracting) prepared him to help others take control of their career journeys. From election judging to musical theater, Michael shares how real-world experiences inform his client coaching. You'll hear about his decision to go full-time with a consulting firm supporting the VA, how a sweeping contract cut left hundreds jobless overnight, and the critical mindset and tools needed to recover with confidence. Whether you're a federal employee caught in restructuring or a professional contemplating your next step, this episode offers both perspective and actionable strategy. ⏳ Timestamps: 01:25 Michael’s background in musical theater and public service 06:20 Working as an election judge: what he learned 10:45 Scariest pivot: moving from edtech to federal consulting 14:00 Navigating full-time vs. contractor roles 20:55 Getting laid off overnight: the VA contract cuts 25:15 Emotional fallout, COBRA stress, and quick recovery 28:10 Michael’s client-first mindset during chaos 30:00 Tips for federal employees planning their next career move 💡 Take action 🔥 Subscribe for future episodes → 📖 Grab my Resume Don’ts Guide → ❌ Avoid these common job search mistakes → 🚪 Wondering if it’s time to walk away? → 💼 Work with me → 📢 Connect with Michael Greco 🌐 Greco Career Consulting → 🔗 LinkedIn → 📲 Follow Michael on Social Media: Facebook → TikTok → Instagram (personal) → Instagram (business) → 📲 Follow me on social media: LinkedIn → YouTube → Facebook → TikTok → Instagram → /episode/index/show/18553c0d-032e-45bd-839f-c17a8556872c/id/37757130

Episode 11: Design Thinking for Your Career with Lindsay Oishi 05/14/2025

Episode 11: Design Thinking for Your Career with Lindsay Oishi Feeling stuck in your career? Learn how to use design thinking to unlock your next move! Ever wonder how some people seem to navigate career transitions with clarity while others feel lost in a fog of indecision? In this episode, I sit down with Lindsay Oishi, Ph.D., Senior Product Manager at Indeed and design thinking educator, to explore how to apply the principles of design thinking to your own life and work. We unpack why so many people lack intentionality in their careers, how fear holds us back from making change, and the difference between drifting and making empowered decisions. Lindsay shares stories from her time at Stanford, how her research influenced the best-selling book Designing Your Life, and why reframing your problems can lead to unexpected solutions. Whether you’re craving more autonomy, looking for clarity in the chaos, or just tired of feeling like your job is happening to you, this conversation is your next right step. ⏳ Timestamps: 01:00 Meet Lindsay Oishi 02:15 Why people aren’t intentional about their careers 06:05 Intentional vs. accidental career moves 13:09 How fear and drifting affect decision-making 16:10 What is design thinking (and why it matters)? 22:12 Applying design thinking to your career 25:50 Lindsay’s research on the “Designing Your Life” course 29:30 Building emotional resilience and career agency 34:00 Toolkit mindset: design thinking and beyond 38:15 How Diana and Lindsay use their strengths in coaching 💡 Take action 🔥 Subscribe for future episodes → 📖 Grab my Resume Don’ts Guide → ❌ Avoid these common job search mistakes → 🚪 Wondering if it’s time to walk away? → 💼 Work with me → 📢 Connect with Lindsay Oishi 🌐 Lindsay’s Website → 🔗 LinkedIn → 📲 Follow Lindsay on Social Media: Instagram → 📲 Follow me on social media: LinkedIn → YouTube → Facebook → TikTok → Instagram → /episode/index/show/18553c0d-032e-45bd-839f-c17a8556872c/id/37659085

Episode 10: Finding Purpose by Trading Corporate for Retail with Matt Griffin 05/07/2025

Episode 10: Finding Purpose by Trading Corporate for Retail with Matt Griffin From marketing director to hometown business owner, how one bold pivot created purpose, connection, and community. After 13 years in digital marketing, Matt Griffin made a massive life change. In this episode, he shares how he left agency life behind to co-found Hometown Sports Gear, a locally owned sporting goods store in Gardner, Kansas, with his wife and father-in-law. Learn how he navigated burnout, found clarity during a Jeep ride in Colorado, and built a business rooted in community and passion. Matt opens up about the emotional turning point that sparked his career pivot, what it’s really like working with family, and why "small but mighty" is more than just a motto. Whether you're facing your own crossroads or curious about entrepreneurship outside of the corporate mold, this episode offers inspiration and insights for taking meaningful action. ⏳ Timestamps: 01:03 Why sporting goods? The origin story of Hometown Sports Gear 02:33 The beer spa brainstorm and community need discovery 04:46 Realizing the need for a career pivot 05:23 When stress started spilling into home life 07:21 From agency burnout to family business inspiration 08:09 Why Matt took action quickly instead of waiting 09:18 Building the business with complementary family skills 10:39 Leveraging experience from Kmart, Kroger, and the library 11:29 Engaging their teenage sons in the business 12:42 Learning to “stay in your lane” with family partners 14:06 What Matt does (and doesn’t) miss about agency life 15:25 Delivering a personal touch (like hand-delivering a soccer ball!) 16:21 When “we’re like family” actually works in business 17:24 Team size, hiring dreams, and support from the community 18:53 Partnering with local creatives and contractors 20:35 Diana’s own branding story with a student designer 💡 Take action 🔥 Subscribe for future episodes → 📖 Grab my Resume Don’ts Guide → ❌ Avoid these common job search mistakes → 🚪 Wondering if it’s time to walk away? → 💼 Work with me → 📢 Connect with Matt Griffin 🌐 Hometown Sports Gear → 🔗 LinkedIn → 📲 Follow Matt on Social Media: Facebook → Instagram → 📲 Follow me on social media: LinkedIn → YouTube → Facebook → TikTok → Instagram → /episode/index/show/18553c0d-032e-45bd-839f-c17a8556872c/id/37658910

Episode 9: Build Your Brand on LinkedIn Without Getting the Ick with Liam Darmody 04/23/2025

Episode 8: How Public Speaking Can Enhance Your Career with Aurora Gregory 04/09/2025

Episode 8: How Public Speaking Can Enhance Your Career with Aurora Gregory Ready to step into the spotlight and grow your career through speaking? Let’s talk about going from “good worker” to a must-promote professional Public speaking can be a game-changer — not just for entrepreneurs, but for anyone looking to boost their visibility and influence. In this episode, I chat with Aurora Gregory, CEO of Speaker Brand Media and host of The Stage Whisperer podcast, about how mastering the mic can take your career to the next level. Aurora shares how a speech contest at age 14 launched her lifelong passion for speaking, how she helps clients craft speaker brands and pitches that land real opportunities, and what it means to bring integrity, values, and presence to the stage. We also dive into what makes work feel good for her, how she sets boundaries in her schedule, and why deep work and “sacred time” are essential. If you’ve ever wondered how speaking might fit into your growth strategy — or felt nervous about getting on a stage — this episode is for you. ⏳ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 02:15 Aurora’s first experience with public speaking at age 14 05:30 The power and responsibility of having the mic 08:22 How Aurora built her business and chose the “freelance” life early on 11:30 Making work feel good: time freedom, setting boundaries, and sacred mornings 16:40 Using deep work and calendar blocking to maximize productivity 23:30 The ripple effects of speaking on career growth and opportunity 26:50 Why speaking isn’t just for keynotes and TEDx 30:10 Examples of internal speaker bureaus and industry stages 35:00 Encouragement for the reluctant speaker 💡 Take action 🔥 Subscribe for future episodes → 📖 Grab my Resume Don’ts Guide → ❌ Avoid these common job search mistakes → 🚪 Wondering if it’s time to walk away? → 💼 Work with me → 📢 Connect with Aurora Gregory 🌐 Aurora’s Website → 🔗 LinkedIn → 📘 Facebook → 🐦 X → 📸 Instagram → 🎁 Resource: Pitch Your Brilliance → 📲 Follow me on social media: LinkedIn → YouTube → Facebook → TikTok → Instagram → /episode/index/show/18553c0d-032e-45bd-839f-c17a8556872c/id/37574575

Episode 7: Dialing In Your Target to Level Up Your Career with Joey Senart 04/02/2025

Episode 7: Dialing In Your Target to Level Up Your Career with Joey Senart Feeling stuck in your job search or unsure how to market yourself? You're not alone—and you're definitely not out of options. In this powerful episode, I chat with Joey Senart, a self-described "strategic combo platter" with deep experience in marketing, training, and design. We explore how embracing specialization—instead of casting a wide net—can transform your career, even if you’re multi-passionate. Joey opens up about lessons learned from gaming leadership, why certifications aren't everything, and how knowing your strengths (and having fun with them) can give you an edge. We also get personal about burnout, trust in the workplace, and what it really means to do work that feels good. Whether you're a creative generalist or a seasoned pro looking to pivot, this conversation is packed with insights you don't want to miss. ⏳ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 02:15 How leading a gaming community built Joey’s real-world career skills 05:40 The truth about certifications and what hiring managers really care about 09:30 Why work/life balance is hard when your side hustle is fun 13:10 Joey’s career evolution from call centers to enterprise clients 18:45 The messy middle of being a generalist and the turning point 22:30 Discovering that trust—not title or salary—is what really matters 25:40 Why job search success is about positioning, not just experience 30:00 What “work should feel good” means to Joey 💡 Take action 🔥 Subscribe for future episodes → 📖 Grab my Resume Don’ts Guide → ❌ Avoid these common job search mistakes → 🚪 Wondering if it’s time to walk away? → 💼 Work with me → 📢 Connect with Joey Senart 🌐 Andy Storch Inc → 🔗 LinkedIn → 📺 YouTube → 📘 Facebook → 🐦 X (Twitter) → 📸 Instagram → 📲 Follow me on social media: LinkedIn → YouTube → Facebook → TikTok → Instagram → /episode/index/show/18553c0d-032e-45bd-839f-c17a8556872c/id/37574475

Episode 6: Leading Your Team with Strengths with Alanna Gregg 03/26/2025

Episode 6: Leading Your Team with Strengths with Alanna Gregg Want to create stronger teams and better relationships at work? Start by focusing on strengths. Alanna Gregg joins Diana for a conversation filled with insight, laughs, and a whole lot of heart. They explore how CliftonStrengths has impacted Alanna’s leadership style, why deep relationships matter in the workplace, and how positivity and people skills can transform customer service from transactional to transformational. Alanna shares stories from her early days working in her mom’s salon to her leadership journey at Enterprise Fleet Management. She and Diana reflect on childhood memories, the lasting impact of a friend who followed his joy, and why the relationships we build at work can be more meaningful than we think. If you’ve ever felt like leadership didn’t “look” like you—or you’ve been told you talk too much in class—this one’s for you. ⏳ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 02:15 From lip gloss to leadership: Alanna’s first job 04:30 How early customer service shaped her approach 07:00 Making clients into friends (not just vendors) 10:30 Remembering a childhood friend who lived joyfully 13:55 Why asking “Is this job good enough to be your last?” matters 16:30 Alanna’s leadership style and her journey 18:17 Introverts, networking, and building real connection 22:10 CliftonStrengths breakdown: Alanna’s top 5 24:40 What happens when strengths become blind spots 27:25 How strengths work shows up in team leadership 31:10 Why knowing your strengths is more important than knowing your job title 💡 Take action 🔥 Subscribe for future episodes → 📖 Grab my Resume Don’ts Guide → ❌ Avoid these common job search mistakes → 🚪 Wondering if it’s time to walk away? → 💼 Work with me → 📢 Connect with Alanna Gregg 🌐 Enterprise Fleet Management → 🔗 LinkedIn → 📲 Follow Alanna on Social Media: Facebook → Instagram → 📲 Follow me on social media: LinkedIn → YouTube → Facebook → TikTok → Instagram → /episode/index/show/18553c0d-032e-45bd-839f-c17a8556872c/id/37574370

Episode 5: Building Your Voice Online with Shelby Garlock 03/19/2025

Episode 5: Building Your Voice Online with Shelby Garlock From LinkedIn lurker to credible thought leader — here's how to show up online without selling your soul. Ever feel overwhelmed by influencer culture on LinkedIn? Shelby Garlock joins Diana Alt to share how professionals can build authentic visibility and credibility online — no trending audio or performative content required. With 15+ years in customer experience, CRM strategy, and digital marketing, Shelby breaks down how her journey from corporate to thought leader was fueled by strategy, confidence, and her Python Green Porsche (seriously). They explore: - Her surprising transition from chemistry to marketing - The importance of showing up in your own way on social platforms - How to blend strategic thinking with empathy and service - How agentic AI can boost critical thinking and eliminate busy work - And why autocross driving is the perfect metaphor for professional focus Whether you're a marketer, tech pro, or just trying to build a meaningful career, Shelby offers powerful insight on how to grow your visibility while staying true to who you are. ⏳ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 02:06 Shelby’s autocross journey & recovering from fear 07:59 From chemistry major to marketing strategist 13:17 The difference between sales & marketing 15:57 What makes someone a qualified lead? 17:21 Marketing misconceptions — are ads really that creepy? 21:18 What is agentic AI and why should we care? 24:45 Eliminating busy work to make space for strategy 26:40 Strategic job searches vs. busy work masking as effort 💡 Take action 🔥 Subscribe for future episodes → 📖 Grab my Resume Don’ts Guide → ❌ Avoid these common job search mistakes → 🚪 Wondering if it’s time to walk away? → 💼 Work with me → 📢 Connect with Shelby Garlock 🌐 Digital Women KC → 🔗 LinkedIn → 📲 Follow Shelby on Social Media: YouTube → Facebook → X → Instagram → 📲 Follow me on social media: LinkedIn → YouTube → Facebook → TikTok → Instagram → /episode/index/show/18553c0d-032e-45bd-839f-c17a8556872c/id/37456875

Episode 4: Owning and Future Proofing Your Career with Andy Storch 03/12/2025

Episode 4: Owning and Future Proofing Your Career with Andy Storch Want to thrive in your career and make it future-proof? This conversation with Andy Storch is packed with powerful insights on owning your career journey and building a personal brand that actually works for you. Andy joins Diana to talk about the mindset and practical tools needed to stay relevant and energized at work. From building your personal brand (without feeling sleazy), to navigating identity in career transitions, this episode dives into how to stay aligned, intentional, and impactful. Whether you're in corporate or dreaming bigger, Andy's blend of wisdom and practicality will inspire you to take control of your path. They also cover: - Why learning outside your comfort zone builds resilience - How personal branding isn’t about being an influencer — it's about being memorable - The connection between values, strengths, and showing up with purpose - And why getting "stuff done" isn’t always the badge of honor we think it is ⏳ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:04 Meet Andy Storch 02:34 Diana’s first-ever podcast appearance was with Andy 03:01 Future-proofing through learning (like Spanish!) 05:22 The power of being uncomfortable 06:45 Andy’s new book with Mike Kim: Own Your Brand, Own Your Career 09:25 Why your personal brand matters (even if you’re not on LinkedIn) 12:29 What do you want to be known for? 13:45 The risk of being forgettable at work 16:00 How to align your brand with your values 20:03 What to do when you feel out of sync at work 24:03 How to start taking control of your personal brand 26:50 Actionable ways to build thought leadership without being cringey 💡 Take action 🔥 Subscribe for future episodes → 📖 Grab my Resume Don’ts Guide → ❌ Avoid these common job search mistakes → 🚪 Wondering if it’s time to walk away? → 💼 Work with me → 📢 Connect with Andy Storch 🌐 Andy’s Website → 🔗 LinkedIn → 📲 Follow Andy on Social Media: YouTube → Facebook → X (formerly Twitter) → Instagram → 📲 Follow me on social media: LinkedIn → YouTube → Facebook → TikTok → Instagram → /episode/index/show/18553c0d-032e-45bd-839f-c17a8556872c/id/37456470

Episode 3: Cultivating Hope at Work and Beyond with Mark Foster 03/05/2025

Episode 2: Career Clarity Through YouMap® with Shelley Piedmont 02/26/2025

Episode 1: From Engineering to Empowerment with Angie Callen 02/19/2025

Trailer: Welcome to Work Should Feel Good hosted by Diana Alt 02/19/2025

Work Should Feel Good with Diana Alt

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