Making A Living Podcast
Welcome to Making a living Unplugged - the podcast! I have heard from so many of you via my Facebook radio page that you appreciate the positive encouragement I deliver on air. Well here it is in purest and simplest form!
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Adapt and Thrive Navigating 2024 Career Trends and Opportunities
03/30/2024
Adapt and Thrive Navigating 2024 Career Trends and Opportunities
It's smart to stay up-to-date on career trends and opportunities so my guest this month is , a career expert for Monster, author and nationally syndicated columnist. Listen in to learn about work trends from the Monster 2024 Work Watch Report and what you can do to navigate these trends to adapt and thrive. Also in this episode, you'll also hear my monthly career tip. This time I'm redefining work life balance. Walking the talk, I took some much-appreciated time off this month. I went with my family on a cruise to the Caribbean for spring break. We celebrated the 80th birthday of my father-in-law. I thought you might benefit from work/life advice from octogenarians. Listen in for 3 tips to inspire your own career and life journey to be happy and healthy for the long-term. Cheers to us all making a great living and living a great life! Check out the resources included in this episode: Follow @Vickisalemi on and
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How to Stand Out from the Crowd and Pitch Yourself to Success
02/29/2024
How to Stand Out from the Crowd and Pitch Yourself to Success
You are the creator of your life. In this episode: Learn how to create and activate statements that support you in having the career, life and world you want. I share some interesting statements I heard from astrologer Kathy Rose in this with Pam Gregory. My featured guest is someone who supported me in manifesting my dream job - I met Laura many years ago when I was just starting out as a career consultant. Her fifteen second pitch seminar showed me a powerful way to communicate my work and my value clearly and succinctly. Listen in and get a refresher on how to pitch yourself whether for a job, promotion or for your own business. Its great to always have your elevator pitch ready! This month's career tip will help you move on from a dead-end job. Maybe you feel trapped and unhappy in your career. Maybe even miserable. OK, you think, I’ll just get a new job. Good idea, but a new job doing the same thing isn’t that new at all. In fact, it doesn’t sound like the long-term path to happiness, does it? With this tip, an excerpt from " you'll learn how to identfy and get specific about the skills you want to utilize, not just the skills you have. Get details on how to travel to Spain this summer to learn about history & culture while experiencing amazing wine and cuisine on a . A public service announcement also in this episode for an organization doing very important work. I often hear from my clients that they want to make an impact and the is doing just that. Cheers to us all making a great living doing what we love!
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The Art of Personal Branding: Expert Tips to Boost your Brand
12/31/2023
The Art of Personal Branding: Expert Tips to Boost your Brand
Dream BIG! The holiday season is a wonderful time to reflect on where you've been and where you want to go. That’s why I’m bringing you an expert guest who knows how to create and maintain a thriving and successful personal brand. She’s done it for Martha Stewart and she’s done it for herself having recently been named PR CEO of the Year. is an American television, film producer, actor, and voice-over artist. Her career highlights include twelve years at Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia. That’s where we met! She is the Founder and CEO of in the UK and the US delivering original content in French and English. Amp up your brand in the New Year with Calia's insights. Tune in for her tips to create an engaging personal brand in the new year and beyond. Also in the episode: Tools for you to get clear on your career story including the . As you make your New Year’s Resolutions, use the to improve your chances of achieving the outcomes you seek. Tune in for this month's career tip from and get ready to love your job. Thank you to our sponsor: . Make 2024 the year where you learn and experience the fabulous wine and cuisine of two of Spain’s best wine regions with Check out the full itinerary and and to learn more and reserve your space in this exciting adventure. Happy New Year and thank you for listening!
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Expert Advice: How to Successfully Navigate Relationship Challenges
11/29/2023
Expert Advice: How to Successfully Navigate Relationship Challenges
Relationships are an important aspect of life and career and they can add or detract from our happiness and success. So, to help your relationships thrive, joins me in this episode share her tips and advice on all too common relationship challenges in work and life and the simple shifts you can make to move forward effectively. I continue to hear from clients ready to move on from jobs/careers they have been doing for a long time. On that note, I'm happy to share more client success stories in this episode to show you that change really is possible. My clients aren’t the only ones changing and growing. I recently enrolled in a course on relaxation techniques. Helping my clients get and stay in a productive career mindset has always been part of my coaching process and now with the added awareness of the importance of mental health, I’m excited to add techniques to help my clients destress. Listen in to learn more. This holiday season, don’t miss the opportunity to buy a thoughtful and inspiring present for anyone looking to explore their potential. Check out the for holiday gift ideas. There you’ll see everything from to my signature to my five-star rated book Email me directly at [email protected] with any questions or to place a custom order. Happy Holidays!
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Charting a New Path to Career Success
10/30/2023
Charting a New Path to Career Success
According to The Conference Board, “Job satisfaction was up across the board in 2022—and especially high for workers who switched jobs.“ If you've been considering a job or career change to gain greater satisfaction, now might be the perfect time. To inspire you, in this episode you'll hear from Lacie Thorne, a dynamic professional who has seamlessly transitioned from the world of fashion to the tech industry. Lacie was a Luxury Fashion Project Manager in Hong Kong, and Fashion Designer for Jennifer Lopez, Nicki Minaj and Adam Levine under the leadership of Tommy Hilfiger. With this foundation in Fashion Design and Marketing, Lacie made her career pivot and recently graduated from the Yale School of Management with an MBA focused on Sustainability. Also in this episode, a career tip on how to identify an important element of your ideal career – Your Key Motivators. When was the last time you jumped out of bed excited for a fun day of work at the office? Or did you just laugh when hearing that sentence? If you begrudgingly get up and struggle just to get through the workday, you probably know you’re not motivated by your work. Listen in and get clear what does motivate you! And check out my book, Are You Ready to Love Your Job? Make a Great Living Through Soul Search, Research and Job Search - available on Amazon where it ranked as a #1 New Release in Job Search. Thank you to our sponsor: StayLuxurious.com Want to experience a luxurious guided wine tour from the comforts of your own home? StayLuxurious.com travel writer and Florida Keys five-star food tour guide Craig Zabransky is back for his 8th public wine tasting and this time he is exploring the fabulous wines of France. Learn more and sign up today!
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Exploring the World: Tips for Finding Professional Work Abroad
10/02/2023
Exploring the World: Tips for Finding Professional Work Abroad
It's time for change. Rather than continuing down the same old paths, I'm finding that people are ready for move forward in new, creative ways. For some that means working abroad. To explore how to follow the dream and work internationally, my guest is Ron uprooted his life in New York after being recruited to work in Saudi Arabia as a Chief Human Resources Officer. Now, he is an internationally recognized HR thought leader living in Dubai managing his own business, speaking and traveling throughout the Middle East and Asia. Tune in and learn: the benefits of working abroad, the challenges, and what it takes to be successful. In this international episode, I’ll also share a career tip so you can reflect on and understand the workstyle (and location) that works for you. Maybe you’re ready for change. Maybe it's time to explore a new exciting step in your life and career like working abroad or working in a new industry. It’s scary and exciting because it’s fresh, unchartered territory. Yet at the same time, it’s more peaceful because it’s more authentic to the fun, adventurous person you really are. Resources mentioned in this episode:
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Meditation: Being Heartful Can Help Your Career
09/01/2023
Meditation: Being Heartful Can Help Your Career
A new client I recently spoke with told me that her friends think she is all over the place when the way she sees it, “I have ideas and take action on them. What’s wrong with that?" I agree. You might want to see your “crazy ideas” as what they are = inspired impulses. If you have inspired impulses but old stories keep holding you back from taking action, now is a great time to usher in a new, fresh story. A daily practice that can help us remove old limitations and stories is the focus of this episode. My guest is a 30 yr Meditation Coach from the Heartfulness Institute. is also a financial services professional. What amazed me was how the story he was telling himself changed as he started to meditate. Listen in and learn how mediation can change your life and career for the better. Also in this episode I share a tip from my book, "" This one is about recognizing and acknowledging your unique strengths. If you are yearning for a career that ignites your soul or a dream job that aligns with your passions and purpose, then check out my Past Attendees called this a “truly exceptional experience” while others said, it was “powerful” and “the sense of community among like-minded individuals was truly priceless." A is also an option. Links mentioned in this episode: about how to use the last minutes before bed to tell your subconscious a new story
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The Power of Change: How to Transform Your Life
06/24/2023
The Power of Change: How to Transform Your Life
I’ve been seeing a HUGE desire to return to our own frequency –what do I mean? Be ourselves, let go of old identities and jobs or careers that don’t fit. Many are moving on from careers they’ve been in for a long time. They plan to continue working but they want jobs that align with who they are. Others are getting wake-up calls such as health issues that highlight the urgency to return to their frequencies. My guest is a great example - and author of Christina made a career shift after a cancer diagnosis. Listen in for her unique and inspiring career change story as well as her amazing success advice! You'll also hear a NEW career tip from my book, This month learn how to change what you don’t like about your job into what you DO like. When you live from your own frequency, you start to make decisions that create more fun and light in your life and your work. You put yourself in place to create opportunity. You live – WITHOUT STRUGGLE. Listen in now and learn how to transform your life and make a great living from your unique frequency! Links and Resources in this Episode: Find and follow and and Join me at book signings at Barnes & Noble bookstores in and the where I’ll be the featured speaker the weekend of July 7-9th
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Interview with a Master Resume Writer: AI & Crafting A Career Story to Land Your Dream Job
05/05/2023
Interview with a Master Resume Writer: AI & Crafting A Career Story to Land Your Dream Job
I'm excited to share that Making a Living with Maggie achieved status as from Mac Prichard’s Mac’s list! It's our 6th year on the list and we are grateful. In this episode, check out my interview with one of only 50 master resume writers who have crafted more than 2,000 career stories. shares how she helps her clients land their dream jobs by writing compelling career stories. You won’t want to miss her resume do’s and don’ts, including how to leverage AI in crafting a resume and assessing job fit. To support you in following your heart, also in this episode, a tip from my on how to change your mind so you can change the outcome. We often feel limited in what’s possible when the truth is, we can create our ideal careers. We just need to have the right mindset! And this month’s career tip will show you how. My mastermind series starting this month is also aimed at helping you maintain a productive career mindset. Check it out ! Need graduation gift ideas? I've got you covered with a discount on a special gift pack. Learn more . Lastly, a tribute to a friend who died suddenly, Steve Zengel. Be inspired by his life and career story. And check out this guest post written by Steve for my blog in 2015 titled, . It is a must read and fitting tribute to an inspiring person who always followed his dreams. Resources in this episode: – Learn more and get the discount! Jacqui Barret Poindexter can be found at on Etsy, and
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Career Trends and How to Take Control in These Unprecedented Times
04/14/2023
Career Trends and How to Take Control in These Unprecedented Times
Listen in for my interview with Kerry Hannon on strategies for the changing world of work in these unprecedented times. Kerry recently expanded her own career as an author to now include being a full time columnist for Yahoo Finance. You’ll hear lots of great career and financial advice especially for experienced workers from Kerry. We'll talk trends affecting workers and how to navigate to gain more control over your career. Also in this episode, I share a career tip from about the importance of trusting the process and trusting yourself – two ingredients that are essential to finding work you love. Resources mentioned in this episode: Follow Kerry on Twitter @KerryHannon, visit her website at , check out her , read her and follow her on Check out my new book – Are You Ready to Love Your Job? - Sign up for the -
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Overcome The Inner Critic and Make Your Career Dreams A Reality
02/25/2023
Overcome The Inner Critic and Make Your Career Dreams A Reality
Do you find you are “of two minds” about what to do with your life or career? Do you have inspired ideas one day and then find yourself poking holes in them the next? Does your heart desire to make a career move but your inner critic is fearful? Do you feel stuck or indecisive? These might be the signs that your inner critic has become a career block. My guest is someone who conquered his fears, left the corporate grind and is now following his passion as his career. Matt Stein left a 20+yr award-winning career in television news to create . Listen in and get inspired by Matt's career change story. Also learn about a special technique I use to help people overcome career blocks. I also share a tip from my new book on finding time to make your career change a priority. If you’ve noticed a block, fear or issue that’s surfacing and it seems that two parts of you are not working together, there are things you can do. Matt addressed his own inner critic and is now moving forward with a new career. You can too! Listen in, learn how and . Resources mentioned in this episode: and
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Stressed? Take a Breather (Properly) with Dr. Randall Sheffield
01/27/2023
Stressed? Take a Breather (Properly) with Dr. Randall Sheffield
Are the stress and tension getting to you? Would you like a simple yet powerful way to release the angst and re-center yourself? Then listen in. My guest in this episode is a certified breath coach. Among his many talents and credentials, Dr. Randall Sheffield is owner of in Key West, FL. He expanded his physical therapy practice healing the body to include holistic healing of mind, body and spirit. In this episode, Dr. Sheffield shares specific breathing techniques, the benefits of breathwork and examples of the results he's seen and experienced. including BONUS CONTENT! Also, tune in for this month's Career Tip, hot off the presses from my new book You'll learn how to identify your own career defining moments and uncover the pattern they point to in your ideal career. Kick the new year off right! Listen in and take charge of where you are setting your GPS for 2023! Starting off on the right foot (or left in my case, I'm left-handed) could change your entire trajectory for the year for the better! Happy 2023!! Resources mentioned in this episode: Follow Dr. Sheffield on Instagram and check out his where he recently posted this 5 minute video on proper breathing technique. Learn more and join my - a valuable support group for your career! Read my recent feature in this and how to negotiate a proper salary. Thank you to our Sponsor ! Find out more about their upcoming and get ready to travel through wine with Travel Writer Craig Zabransky as your guide. He’ll discuss each wine and share details on the grapes, regions, styles, tastes and more in a 90-minute presentation. He'll also provide a list of curated wines and include a few culinary tastes to pair with them. Join in virtually from anywhere in the world! Email [email protected] for more details or to set up your own private tasting event.
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Great Posture - Why It's More Than Sitting Up Straight
11/30/2022
Great Posture - Why It's More Than Sitting Up Straight
Would you like to convey more confidence when you speak? Are you concerned about posture issues sitting at a desk all day? And what about looking down at your phone, does that affect posture? All these questions and more are answered by my guest (and posture geek) Lindsay Newitter. Lindsay is a certified Alexander Technique teacher who specializes in improving posture. She has over 15 years experience working with individuals, groups, and companies and now specializes in helping women convey confidence when they communicate. Her tips have been on Good Morning America, CBS Radio and in The New York Times and Vogue. Lindsay discovered the Alexander Technique in her early 20s while dealing with the repercussions of scoliosis and having spent 5 years wearing a back brace as an adolescent. The results of what she learned were life-changing and she now enjoys imparting what’s helped her so much to others. Listen in and you will learn specific and practical things you can be doing right now to improve your posture and bring more confidence to your career. for BONUS Content on what type of office furniture is best for posture. And find out more at and at Special thanks to Lindsay for my very own Pause mug! Also in this episode: A Mindset Tip from my new book, A free trial of . Happy Holidays!
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Flip the Script: An Intriguing New Approach to Workplace Culture
11/10/2022
Flip the Script: An Intriguing New Approach to Workplace Culture
Ever wanted to leave a job because of a toxic workplace culture? Leaving is one approach but what if you could stay and make positive change? This episode will empower you to flip the script on the work environment for the better! My guest will share insights from her new book . knows and understands workplace dynamics and shares how you can change them whether you are a leader or an employee. You will love her practical wisdom! I'm also excited to announce that I published a book on the 20th anniversary of my coaching practive. It's called, Rated #1 in New Releases in Job Hunting on Amazon. It is available in paperback and kindle format. For people who are unhappy or unsure about their careers, my book offers over 60 tips with practical advice and inspiring real-life examples. I can truly say that were it not for my husband and for my clients who’s examples I share; the book would not have been possible. I also share my own career story in the hopes that it inspires you to follow your dreams – even if they take a long time or seem hard. Your dreams are there for a reason. Live them! And help other live their dreams by . I also share a tip from my book on how to identify the type of work environment that will work for you! Listen in and get inspired to revolutionize your workplace culture without the armor!
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The Work Parenting Plan For Success At Work And At Home
09/02/2022
The Work Parenting Plan For Success At Work And At Home
It's back to school time and the perfect opportunity to share advice and insight on work parenting. My guest is Coach author of . Listen in for Daisy's expert tips on: how to assess your workparenting template, how to build confidence in combining work, family and self, common mistakes to avoid. (FOR BONUS CONTENT from my interview with Daisy check out this on my YouTube channel) Also included in this podcast episode is a tip on how to step up to the plate in managing your own career. Additional resources mentioned in this episode include: - Daisy's resources for individuals and companies who want to support working parents/ - my proven process for getting clarity on your ideal career.
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Why It's a Good Idea to Align Your Career with Your Soul Agenda
08/13/2022
Why It's a Good Idea to Align Your Career with Your Soul Agenda
Do you know your Soul agenda? Are you being authentic and true to yourself with your career choices? If not and you're operating from fear, you're missing out on all the higher, more purposeful opportunities available to you. In this episode, I interview a Spiritual Master Medium. Annie’s gifts are rooted in her heritage as part of a line of spiritual ancestral service to humanity. Her soul agenda is to enlighten, educate, inspire & evolve people from a 3 Dimensional Level to a 5 Dimensional level through her natural born ability of Channeling. According to Annie, the soul is the core essence of your energy and it’s knowing this core essence that leads us to true success. Hear her advice for bringing your more authentic self to work and the benefits and blessings of that approach. Also in this episode, a career tip with key ways to tap into your intuition. We all have an inner knowing or intuition. Some may be more tuned in or more practiced at listening to the intuitive wisdom but even if you’ve never used your intuition before, trust me, it’s still there. Resources mentioned in this episode: Get motivated to get moving with this podcast episode on . Sign up for my with Steps to Harness Back to School energy to achieve your career goals. Search my Bonus resource - interesting video that explains Music credits for this episode - Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/seize-the-day License code: TZ6EB4FOWOE4FSG7 https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/tropical-sun License code: G4R9LS7UOJLRXMPD
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Customize Your Resume Like a Pro
07/03/2022
Customize Your Resume Like a Pro
What you put on your resume matters for each and every job that you apply. My guest in this episode of Making a Living with Maggie has extensive experience helping job seekers customize their resumes to get through applicant tracking systems. Hear from Angela Ashurst-McGee, a Certified Professional Resume Writer and the creator of , a premium resume-writing service for professionals who want to keep their career moving onward and upward. Also in this episode, career tips on how to survive a layoff. Layoffs are often viewed as setbacks but what if they’re actually boosts instead of kicks? If you or someone you know has been laid-off, there some important ways to turn this challenge into a blessing in disguise. Additional resources in this episode: on what to do after a layoff. on turning kicks into boosts. Thank you to our sponsor . Click to order your copy of Gifts from the Road.
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Unhappy at Work: Get To The Root Cause
04/26/2022
Unhappy at Work: Get To The Root Cause
Do you feel resilient or is stress taking a toll? Would you like to improve your health, wealth and relationships? If so, it's time to get to the root cause or your unhappiness. Special guest Korrine Holt shares insights from her 15+ years coaching and energy healing CEOs to soccer moms, doctors to mental health professionals, at-risk teens, and young women rescued from human trafficking. She says until you get to the root cause, you prolong pain and suffering. Listen in to the tools and tips she shares to help you move forward and create happiness at work and in life. Find out more about Korrine's work and contact her at the and check out her inspiring book . Resources mentioned in this episode: .
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Allow What Calls You: Get Back Your Career Mojo with Self-Expression and Creativity
02/28/2022
Allow What Calls You: Get Back Your Career Mojo with Self-Expression and Creativity
Do you need to get back your mojo for life and career? Then now is the time to listen in. In this episode you will get inspired to enliven your passion for creativity and self-expression. Learn to honor, listen to and act on your own inspired creative impulses to make your career come alive again. Creativity is the key to life. It heals us and makes us whole. If you are feeling the pull to do something creative or get more creative about your career choices, you will love my guest. recently expanded her career by painting her way into being. International branding maverick and visionary in the brand intelligence space, Van found her self-expression led her to bold mark-making. She was open to what called her and out of that experience came - a successful new business. Van says to explore what lights you up and get out of your own way. Her words of wisdom will inspire you trust your own creative spark and make bold career moves into new areas of success and happiness for you. Resources included this episode: Fun, creative expression applied to Excel? An insightful and useful book to . to help you make space for creativity and clear out what's no longer serving you. who Van admires as an example of allowing one's eccentricities to be part of their brand. by Julie Cameron. where I will be featured speaker. Join me! How a Project Manager Became a successful Creative Director - . Maya Angelou quote shared in support of this amazing artist during Black History Month: "Life loves to be taken by the lapel and told, 'I’m with you, kid. Let’s go.'” —Maya Angelou.
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Burnout Healing Strategies: Expert Interview
02/01/2022
Burnout Healing Strategies: Expert Interview
The time has come for us to be honest with ourselves. Honest about our goals, our dreams, how we really want to spend our time, what makes our hearts sing. Honest about what’s working and not working in our lives and careers, etc. For many people I speak with, stress is not something they want to keep in their lives. Sometimes stress can get in the way of listening to our hearts. So in this episode, I’m excited to feature registered dietitian and personal trainer, . Callie specializes in helping clients heal their bodies from the impacts of burnout with nutrition and self care by making themselves a priority in their lives. Given the rates of professional burnout, below are more resources on this important topic and this month’s career tip will also focus on how to foster a productive professional relationship with your manager so you can get more fulfillment and less stress from your job. Thank you to our sponsor - check out their upcoming and sign up for the newsletter to stay up-to-date on future events. Useful articles about burnout and ways to heal:
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The Connection Between Self Care and Happiness
12/01/2021
The Connection Between Self Care and Happiness
I’m seeing are more and more people expanding their definition of success to include having work life balance. Many are moving beyond the dualistic thinking of work v. life, getting caught up in the juggle and struggle that type of thinking entails. Rather, I’m seeing REAL, LASTING, SUSTAINABLE success in my clients who are taking a more unified approach. They see that they are best at work when fulfilled and happy in their personal lives too. To help you experience this type of expanded success, this episode features a career tip on how create the ideal work life balance and a special guest who is all about self care - Personal Trainer . Michele is refreshingly transparent about her work and life situation. She’s 43 and got into the personal fitness industry later in life– not in it for the ego and perfect body – but because she needed it for herself. Now, she is happier than ever, has a growing following and a strong sense of what's important in life. Listen in and hear her inspiring story. Also included, is my holiday gift guide with unique and inspiring ideas to motivate those on your list to enjoy life everyday. Check it out and . Additional resources in this episode: by Cheryl Richardson by Cali Williams Yost
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Job Change Success 101: The Essential Guide
10/30/2021
Job Change Success 101: The Essential Guide
Are you in the right job or the wrong job? This is no time to be on the fence. It’s time to move into the work you were really meant to do – whether that’s an expansion of where you are now or a complete industry or job change. Not sure where you stand? I’ve been coaching people through career transition for almost 20 yrs and I went through many of my own career changes from CPA to management consultant to corporate trainer, to radio host and career coach. I’ve experienced and seen the signs of those in the wrong jobs and those in the right jobs. Listen in and find out how you can tell the difference. If you’re in the wrong job, don’t worry. Career change is possible for you and it just so happens that my guest is a successful career changer. And I’m talking BIG career change - from finance to therapist and now her own boss to boot! Listen in to hear Jan Nelson’s advice and the steps she took to make her career change a reality. This month's career tip will also cover 3 important steps to a successful career change. You’re not at the whim of the world. You’ve got an important, necessary and very valuable contribution to make with your talents. Listen in and learn if career change is for you and if so, how to make the successful career change you seek. Resources in this episode: Find out more about . Jan is licensed in NY and Illinois. Learn more about the and the limited-time discount. Purchase or gift these proven career change resources: Monthly Listen to expert Beth Ridley’s interview on .
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Leadership and Ethics Are Essential For Your Success. Listen To This To Find Out Why
09/28/2021
Leadership and Ethics Are Essential For Your Success. Listen To This To Find Out Why
Over the past 18+ months, I’ve seen people waking up to a work reality that frankly hasn’t been serving them. They’ve not been fully utilized or they weren’t acknowledged or were constantly thwarted by their boss. And the beauty in all of this is that they are realizing it's time to fully express their talents, ideas and insights. They are raising their standards and we can call do this! We can expect more from our careers. So if you’ve been pining for a better fit career or job, listen in! I’ve also been inspired recently to look more closely into leadership during COVID and in particular, business ethics. I don’t think you can look very far without seeing that we are in a time of great change. So we’re going to delve into these subjects with , Head of the and the first woman to lead the business school in its almost 100-year history. We’ll also discuss how they’ve been able to achieve an out of college hiring rate of over 94% as well as look at the return on an investment of a college degree in today’s day and age. This is the time for us all to be highly discerning and leverage each other’s strengths and talents in service to the good of humanity. More heads are better than one. To support greater diversity of thought, this month’s career tip is based on an article from Psychology Today about in your organization. Listen in and learn the secrets to successful leadership and ethics that encourage the most effective decision-making. Now that’s great leadership during Covid and beyond! Links mentioned in this episode: Thank you to our sponsor: - Learn more about and join the .
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Amplify Your Personal Brand with These Expert Tips
05/31/2021
Amplify Your Personal Brand with These Expert Tips
Want lasting career success and fulfillment? Then get ready to make decisions from inspiration rather than fear especially when it comes to managing your personal brand. Now is the time to move beyond limited thinking and open up to expanded career possibilities. Wayne Dyer said it best, “When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change.” In this episode, we'll change and expand your perspective on your personal brand. To help, my guest is author and . She says, “Everyone has a personal brand. By design or be default.” Knowing how to manage your personal brand is highly relevant today for not newly minted college and high school graduates and experienced professionals as well as our service men and women. And in today’s information age, managing your career data online is an important component to managing your brand. Don’t miss this month’s career tip with the key steps you need to download and save your LinkedIn data. Share this episode with others who's brands could use a makeover and listen in for insights, lessons and stories to make your brand authentic, strong and sustainable! Resource links from this episode: Learn more about . Get more of Lida's expert advice in her new book, . Check out with expert tips to create great travel experiences. Thank you our sponsor .
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SPRING CLEANING Is Essential For Your Success. Listen To This To Find Out Why
04/29/2021
SPRING CLEANING Is Essential For Your Success. Listen To This To Find Out Why
Having worked at Martha Stewart's company for several years, I know the health, wellness and productivity benefits of a thorough spring cleaning of home and office. We also have "inner closets" of stuck thoughts and energy that can clutter us. In this episode of Making A Living with Maggie, my guest will share expert tips to address both. Learn from this Energy Awareness professional schooled in the the art of Feng Shui and the science of The Five Elements. Get spot-on advice to clear your home and yourself and REALLY start fresh this spring! Also included is this month's career tip on how to effectively launch your rockets of desire to effectively manifest your career dreams and goals. Learn more about additional resources mentioned in this episode:
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How To Boost Your Leadership Quotient and Expand Your Career Potential
03/31/2021
How To Boost Your Leadership Quotient and Expand Your Career Potential
As we close out Women's History Month, I'm celebrating the transformative power of women in leadership with guest Dr. Teresa Boyer, Founding Director of the Anne Welsh McNulty Institute for Women's Leadership at Villanova University. An innovative leader and advocate for economic and social equity for women, Dr. Boyer shares expert advice for women everywhere to boost their leadership quotient and expand their career potential. I’ve always said the heart knows your true passion and purpose in life. Now, according to Dr. Rollin McCraty, Director of Research of the HeartMath Institute, the quality of communication between the heart and brain is increasingly being recognized as key to our ability to perform at our best. Understand and see for yourself how important it is to have heart and mind coherence in . Also listen in to this month's show for a powerful exercise to align heart and mind. Lastly if you've been feeling lazy, like you've lost your mojo, check out this month's career tip on uncovering and incorporating your passions. Learn quick and easy ways to reconnect with what inspires you and get back the energy you need for a successful life and career!
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Strategies to Boost your Energy and Face Whatever Challenges You’re Experiencing with a Success Mindset
02/26/2021
Strategies to Boost your Energy and Face Whatever Challenges You’re Experiencing with a Success Mindset
Need a boost? Want to shift your mindset to being calmer, more positive and more productive? Listen in for a new tool I'm using to boost my own attitude. Another great boost to perspective is history. It’s helps us put our experience in context. It also helps us see that others have persevered during difficult times and we can too. Today’s show is all about inspiring you to face whatever challenges you’re experiencing with a mindset of dignity, confidence and gumption or assertiveness. My guest will to inspire you with real life stories of Black Americans who chose inspiration over fear. They accomplished great things in their lives. Despite adversity, they chose to do what they knew in their hearts to be true. So for Black History Month, we're acknowledging the achievements of prominent black figures and will hear some amazing stories from one of the most uplifting people I know - Get additional positive mindset boost with this month's career tip featuring 3 ways to bring your success forward. Even if you’ve already got healthy self-esteem, when facing a challenge or embarking on something new, it helps to see yourself as a success. As Henry Ford said, “whether you think you can or you think you can’t , you’re right.” Resources in this episode: program to boost your positive mindset. featuring inspirational posts about Black Americans with Career Tips and Advice from my recent appearance with this fun morning news crew. by Craig Zabransky of .
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Forget Resolutions. Success Starts With Mindset Revolution
01/29/2021
Forget Resolutions. Success Starts With Mindset Revolution
It’s a new year and a great time to come into your own career-wise. For my clients who been managing their careers and staying in productive mindsets, they're seeing great results. Hear their success stories and get inspired to do work you love. My guest will also inspire you to follow your dreams. Corporate consultant turned Travel Writer Craig Zabransky of shares how he's staying in a productive mindset even while staying home. He'll share tips from his new book, - 13 travel souvenirs and takeaways from 13 different adventures Craig has experienced across the globe. These short reads will not only entertain you, but also shift your mindset and make you want to see the world again with renewed enthusiasm. Listen in to Craig as he translates one of his favorite mini-epiphanies into lessons we can all take to heart in our lives and in careers. Resources in this episode: was independently published and is currently solely available on Amazon in paperback and ebook. If love is not a word you associate with work right now, don’t worry, this month's career tip is on the motivational power of perspective and will help you leave, love or change any work or job challenge you face. Check out my latest and join a support group designed to help you keep a productive mindset focused on success in 2021 and beyond!
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Franchising Decision Tools, Insights to Elevate Your LinkedIn Profile & Unique Holiday Gift Ideas
12/01/2020
Franchising Decision Tools, Insights to Elevate Your LinkedIn Profile & Unique Holiday Gift Ideas
Have you considered a career as a franchisee? Recently a client's Soul Search revealed she'd make a great business owner but she had no interest in coming up with her own concept. In her ideal day, she saw herself successfully running an existing business and making a great living. The idea of franchising came to mind as a possibility. But how was she to effectively research when there were pages and pages of information online? Enter my guest this month, Harris Gubin, . Harris shares: what it takes to decide not only if franchising is right for you, and the key questions to ask yourself if you're considering becoming a franchisee. Since I met Harris via LinkedIn, I thought it only fitting to include a tip on how to elevate your LinkedIn profile and get noticed for work you love! Also included this month are unique holiday gift ideas to help those on your list do work they love and get inspired to stay adventurous! Resources included in this episode: Thank you tuning in and happy holidays!
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A Successful Transition To Becoming Your Own Boss
10/30/2020
A Successful Transition To Becoming Your Own Boss
In today’s environment when so much is shifting, to have the autonomy and authority to call the shots, makes you nimble and adaptive. So today’s topic, Becoming Your Own Boss, is for many of you () who are unsatisfied in a traditional job. Listen in and hear the real-life success story of my client on his recent transition from corporate attorney to being his own boss. Also included, key questions to see if you’re ready to be your own boss. Resources included in this episode: via Maggie's Mastermind program. Read Maggie's advice on . Need a Staycation? Travel the world (virtually) through . of Maggie's story living and working from a new city after having her son 3 months early. . Get a discount with code MaggieMistal. Take the Quiz:
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