Give to Gain: How Generosity Builds Careers, Confidence and Meaningful Success

What happens when generous people come together to talk about career growth, visibility, networking, communication and sharing expertise?

In this special episode, I bring together four remarkable women from across Australia, New Zealand and the United States for a thoughtful conversation on one powerful theme: Give to Gain.

We explore how generosity can shape a career, grow a business and help you build a reputation that feels both meaningful and sustainable.

In this episode you’ll discover:

• Why generosity is often the starting point for unexpected career opportunities
• How giving without agenda can build trust, credibility and lasting professional relationships
• The importance of career clarity before you update your resume, LinkedIn profile or start applying for roles
• Why your LinkedIn presence matters more than ever in an AI-shaped world
• How networking works best when it is rooted in care, consistency and long-term connection
• Why strong communication is not about saying more, but about saying what matters with intention
• How your existing knowledge, stories and experience may already hold the foundation for a book

Featuring insights from:

Jane Jackson - on Career Success and Job Search

Lynnaire Johnston - on LinkedIn visibility 

Sigrid de Kaste - on Network as a long game 

Gina Balarin - on communicating with intention 

Gillian Whitney - on overcoming self-doubt to write your book 

A question we also tackle

One of the most thoughtful moments in the discussion came from a question many generous people wrestle with:

How do you continue to give freely without overextending yourself?

We explore the balance between generosity and self-respect, and why healthy giving includes boundaries, discernment and care for your own wellbeing too.

Useful links and resources

Access the free resources shared by our panel during our conversation at: www.thecareersacademy.online/iwd2026 

If you're ready to gain career clarity and take your next step with more confidence, explore my coaching and career support resources at:
www.janejacksoncoach.com
www.thecareersacademy.online

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What if the clarity you've been searching for won't come from working harder or pushing through the fog?

In episode 280 of YOUR CAREER PODCAST, I talk about finding career clarity when everything feels uncertain. 

Whether you're feeling stuck, wondering if there's something more fulfilling out there, or trying to figure out your next move, this conversation is for you.

I'm sharing why thoughtful self reflection matters more than rushing into action, and introducing my free workbook "Prepare for the Year Ahead" to help you gain the clarity and career confidence you need.

Key Takeaways

Clarity doesn't come from rushing - When navigating career change, the instinct is to move faster. But like driving in fog, adding speed without visibility creates problems. Creating space for clear thinking moves you forward.

Reflection reveals your resilience - Looking back isn't about dwelling on the past. It's understanding the map you've created through your experiences, recognising your growth, and making informed decisions about sustainable paths forward.

There's no "right time" for career reflection - Clarity doesn't follow a calendar. Whether facing redundancy, organisational change, mid-year scattered energy, or dissatisfaction, reflection responds to your attention whenever you give it.

Reflection is an act of self-respect - Taking time to review your energy, decisions, work, and values isn't wasted time. It's choosing to lead your career rather than react to it.

Resources

Download the free workbook: Prepare for the Year Ahead - Gain structure and freedom to reflect on your career anytime. Notice patterns, reconnect with priorities, and gain clarity to move forward with confidence.

Career coaching support: Ready for personalised guidance? Book a complimentary exploratory chat. 

Whether you're job seeking, considering career change, or building career confidence, I work with professionals in Sydney and across Australia ready to create meaningful change. The link to book is at www.janejacksoncoach.com 

Subscribe to my YouTube channel: Jane Career Coach on YouTube for career clarity insights, coaching tips, and practical strategies.

Next Steps

Subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode with practical career advice.

Download the "Prepare for the Year Ahead" workbook at www.janejacksoncoach.com and take that first step towards the clarity you deserve.

Jane Jackson is a career coach based in Sydney, Australia, specialising in helping mid-career professionals navigate career change and build lasting career confidence.

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Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. 

Book a Zoom chat with me at janejacksoncoach.com - I’d love to meet you and discover what’s happening in your career!

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As the year draws to a close, many professionals feel overwhelmed, exhausted, and stretched beyond their limits. End-of-year pressure, blurred boundaries, and rising workloads often lead to burnout — quietly and cumulatively.

In this episode, career coach Jane Jackson shares five evidence-based strategies to help you manage end-of-year stress before it impacts your health, confidence, or performance.

You’ll learn:

• How to recognise early signs of burnout and emotional exhaustion
• Why boundaries are essential — not selfish — for sustainable success
• How clear communication with your manager can reduce stress and overload
• Practical ways to break large tasks into manageable steps using proven focus techniques
• Why real breaks and asking for support improve performance, not weaken it

Backed by workplace research and practical experience, this episode offers calm, realistic guidance for professionals who want to finish the year well — without burning out.

Your career is a marathon, not a sprint. One small, intentional change can make a meaningful difference.

Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. 

Book a Zoom chat with me at janejacksoncoach.com - I’d love to meet you and discover what’s happening in your career!

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In this episode of YOUR CAREER PODCAST, Dr Mark Sherwood — co-founder of the Functional Medical Institute with Dr Michele Sherwood — shares his practical, no-nonsense approach to whole-person health. 

Dr Mark shares his fascinating career journey from pro-baseball player and SWAT officer and what lead him to create the Functional Medical Institute in Tulsa Oklahoma. 

He unpacks the root causes of many common health issues and why quick fixes don’t lead to lasting results.

You’ll hear how the unique approach blends science, spirituality, and personal accountability to help people eliminate unnecessary medications and reverse lifestyle-driven conditions. 

From hormones to food, stress to sleep — this conversation offers a clear and actionable path to genuine wellness.

Whether you're struggling with your energy, confused by conflicting health advice, or ready to break free from outdated beliefs about ageing, this episode will show you what’s truly possible when you take ownership of your health.

🔑 What You’ll Learn:

• Why treating symptoms isn’t the same as healing
• The truth about diet, hormones, and gut health
• How stress and sleep are often the missing pieces
• The difference between traditional and functional medicine
• The mindset shift that makes lasting change possible

Follow Dr Mark Sherwood and Dr Michele Sherwood on  Instagram.

Watch their free health webinar:
https://fmidr.com/webinar/
Drs Mark and Michele Sherwood explain how to create a science-based health plan unique to you for lasting change in your life. 

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Tom Etherington has spent the last decade helping people use LinkedIn to amplify their networking and build a storytelling and branding strategy that gains credibility, trust, and wins business.

Affectionately known as ‘The LinkedIn Guy,’ Tom presents on leveraging LinkedIn for networking, and is a popular podcast guest and appearances include two episodes with BNI Founder Ivan Misner. Tom's unique ability to tell engaging and authentic stories has made him a sought-after speaker and coach.

In episode 277 of YOUR CAREER Podcast, discover how Tom's fascinating career journey took him from London to Sydney, from the London Evening Standard to EMAP as TV editor to editor at Bauer Media, Pacific Magazines and now as founder of his company, Connect Content.

Connect Content is the go-to agency for online personal and business branding, with LinkedIn strategy, coaching, and content at the heart of each campaign.

Before launching Connect Content, Tom interviewed celebrities for 20 years as an entertainment journalist and editor. 

He comes from a talented family and is the son of comedy scriptwriter, Jan Etherington, who writes for Joanna Lumley and Roger Allam for the Radio 4 program "Conversations from a Long Marriage". Without doubt, Tom enjoys an interesting life and career. 

His experiences have honed his passion for storytelling and equipped him with the skills to uncover and present compelling narratives for individuals and organisations.

Fun Fact: Tom’s parents wrote a UK sitcom called Second Thoughts in the 1990s, which was based on his family life - his father was played by James Bolam and mother by Linda Bellingham. Watched by millions, everyone in the show was a household name… except the actor who played Tom. It was his first and last role. Tom's story is fascinating … listen and enjoy!

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Find Tom at Connect Content https://connectcontent.com.au/

Connect with Tom on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-etherington/ 

For career transition support and more career inspiration, book an exploratory chat with host of Your Career Podcast, Jane Jackson https://www.janejacksoncoach.com

Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. 

Book a Zoom chat with me at janejacksoncoach.com - I’d love to meet you and discover what’s happening in your career!

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Caught Between a Rock and a Hard Place - Age Discrimination in Australia

New research from the Australian Human Rights Commission reveals a shocking truth: employers are crying out for workers while systematically excluding them based on age. 

Key findings show only 56% of employers will hire 50-64 year olds, dropping to 28% for those 65+, while just 41% are open to hiring 15-24 year olds. 

Even more concerning - 24% of HR professionals now classify workers over 50 as "older," up 10% from 2023!

Jane explores why this research is important to mid-career professionals, and shares strategies mature Australian workers can use to navigate this challenging landscape with confidence.

For help to navigate these challenges, join Jane’s CAREER SUCCESS PROGRAM at https://www.thecareersacademy.online 

Book one-on-one coaching support with Jane at https://www.janejacksoncoach.com 

Read the full article with links to research findings here:  https://janejacksoncoach.com/age-discrimination-australian-workers/ 

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Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. 

Book a Zoom chat with me at janejacksoncoach.com - I’d love to meet you and discover what’s happening in your career!

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Welcome to episode 275 of YOUR CAREER Podcast and enjoy this insightful interview with Lynnaire Johnston, LinkedIn Strategist, Trainer and Marketer.

Lynnaire is top-ranked international LinkedIn specialist and author dedicated to empowering professionals worldwide. 

She brings a wealth of experience, drawn from a diverse background in journalism, broadcasting, and copywriting, to her work helping individuals and companies leverage LinkedIn for career and professional success.

Our conversation takes us from her early career aspirations to her fascinating broadcasting and journalism career, and how she navigated her career to find the formula for longevity in business and career, and enjoyment in life.

This lovely lady shares her wisdom generously, has a wonderful sense of humour and a deep understanding of LinkedIn. 

A lady of many talents, she is also an amazing gardener – often sharing her LinkedIn insights in reels from her stunning New Zealand garden!

Recognised globally for her expertise, ranked No. 1 in New Zealand and among the top LinkedIn experts worldwide, Lynnaire is also the bestselling author of two influential LinkedIn books, "Link∙Ability" and "Business Gold." 

As founder of the Link∙Ability membership site, she provides practical, actionable strategies through LinkedIn makeovers, personalised coaching, and content creation that transforms professional profiles and opens doors to new opportunities.

If you're looking to elevate your professional brand on LinkedIn, this conversation with Lynnaire Johnston promises to inspire, guide, and equip you with powerful insights to maximise your LinkedIn success. 

Connect with Lynnaire on LinkedIn  www.linkedin.com/in/lynnairejohnston/

Connect with Jane on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/janejackson/

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Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. 

Book a Zoom chat with me at janejacksoncoach.com - I’d love to meet you and discover what’s happening in your career!

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Picture this: A poster of me, at the age of 16, modelling sunglasses in Hong Kong, looking glamorous with them perched stylishly on top of my head. Not protecting my eyes, just making a fashion statement. [Click this link to view my 1975 poster]

Fast forward 50 years to last Wednesday, and I'm recovering from painful pterygium surgery with my bandaged eye, staring at that very poster on my wall. The irony? I spent decades with the solution literally on my head, just a few inches too high to do any good.

What has this to do with Career Success? Listen to this compelling episode which will make you reflect on the choices we make early on in our lives and careers, and the consequences of bad choices (or avoiding what we must do for future success).

Key takeaways from episode 274 of Your Career Podcast:

1. Prevention is Always Better than the Cure

The most striking lesson is how much easier, and less painful, it is to protect yourself proactively rather than fix problems later. 

My 1975 sunglasses story perfectly illustrates this: a simple daily habit of wearing eye protection could have prevented surgery, seven weeks of recovery, multiple medications, and significant pain. 

This applies to every area of life: career, health, relationships. 

2. Physical Health and Career Success Are Inseparable

You can't compartmentalise your wellbeing. When you're running on empty physically, you can't show up fully in your career. 

Job searching requires stamina, resilience, and clarity of mind. Career transitions demand energy for networking, interviewing, and decision-making. 

If you haven't been taking care of your foundation, sleep, nutrition, exercise, boundaries, you're essentially trying to climb Mount Everest with a broken ankle.

3. Self-Care Is Strategic, Not Selfish

The biggest mindset shift is viewing self-care as protection rather than decoration. Just like networking shouldn't be something you only do when you need a job, taking care of yourself shouldn't be something you postpone until "things calm down." 

Your future self is counting on the choices you make today, and time moves faster than we think. What feels like a distant future becomes today in the blink of an eye - sometimes literally.

Listen to my personal story which we all can relate to, especially those considering a career change when unprepared.  

What will YOU do to ensure you don’t leave your metaphorical sunglasses on top of your head instead of what they were designed to do?

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Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. 

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In episode 273 I welcome Jane Anderson, a globally recognised strategic communications expert, to Your Career Podcast, nine years after our first interview (ep77)!

Jane shares her journey of professional growth and personal transformation, offering valuable insights for female consultants growing their businesses.

With 20+ years of experience, Jane has worked with over 180,000 people to build trust and influence in their businesses and brands. Her achievements include:

• Top 3 branding guru globally
• 50+ industry awards
• Featured in Business Insider, Sydney Morning Herald, Forbes
• Author of 13 books
• Host of "The Jane Anderson Show" podcast
• Clients: Virgin Australia, Lego, Ikea, Rio Tinto

Jane's Journey

Jane reflects on her evolution since 2016, including winning the Australian Small Business Champion Award this year. She's successfully created a balanced business model aligned with her values, and thrives on supporting consultants to create businesses that align with their values and career aspirations.

Our conversation covers valuable insights for all consultants.

Female Business Community

Jane has created a supportive community for Australia's leading female B2B consultants, addressing isolation challenges:

"Building genuine connections and having a supportive network is essential for overcoming business growth challenges."

Mentorship Impact

"Female leaders pushed me to take on tasks beyond my capabilities. They saw potential I couldn't yet see in myself."

These experiences taught her to step outside her comfort zone to achieve growth.

AI for Small Business

Jane's practical insights for leveraging AI:

• Empower virtual assistants with AI tools
• Use CopyAI to repurpose content
• Maintain original thought leadership
• Implement effective prompt engineering

Growth Challenges

Common pitfalls:

1. Unclear messaging and positioning
2. Insufficient infrastructure
3. Underpricing services
4. Resistance to technological adaptation

Upcoming Events

• Content Creation Boot Camp: Bali (25-26 June 2025)
• Content Creation Boot Camp: Kingscliff, NSW (20-21 September 2025)

These two-day workshops help create a year's worth of content for multiple platforms.

This reunion episode highlights persistence, adaptation, and community in career building. Jane's journey shows how embracing change and continuous development leads to extraordinary growth.

Jane Anderson, Strategic Communication Expert

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Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. 

Book a Zoom chat with me at janejacksoncoach.com - I’d love to meet you and discover what’s happening in your career!

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A chance encounter while walking along Manly Beach recently stopped me in my tracks – a man wearing a t-shirt that read: "My beautiful wife has dementia, please say 'HELLO' to her." 

In this heartfelt episode, I share how this simple act of love reveals powerful lessons about compassionate leadership that no corporate training seminar could teach.

What does it mean to truly see others beyond their job titles and functions? 

I explore how authentic leadership often appears in unexpected places and offer practical insights into creating meaningful connections in both personal and professional settings. 

Drawing wisdom from Brené Brown, Simon Sinek and others, I challenge you to consider the invisible struggles our colleagues may be facing.

Join me as I reveal why "leadership is love in action" and offers a compelling challenge that could transform your approach to leadership, regardless of your title or position. 

Learn how building bridges of human connection might be the most important leadership skill we can develop in today's workplace. For more inspiration visit www.janejacksoncoach.com

Listen now and discover how a simple t-shirt message contains more wisdom about leadership than many executive training programs.

Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. 

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Steve Budgen is a trusted global Security advisor and leader.

With over 30 years of experience spanning elite policing units, international security operations, and crisis management, this interview on YOUR CAREER podcast is a story of courage, determination and exceptional leadership.

Steve Budgen has led high-stakes security projects across Iraq, the UAE, Papua New Guinea, and beyond. 

As the founder of Batavi Special Projects, Steve specialises in physical security, risk management, and leadership development, offering strategic guidance to companies navigating complex challenges.

A former AFP Tactical Operations leader, Steve ran complex special operations overseas before stepping out of his comfort zone to pursue a successful career in the commercial world. 

His consulting work has supported large organisations in the maritime, transport, mining, and oil and gas sectors, delivering bespoke solutions to contemporary challenges.

Steve also served as a Director with the NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA), where he drove cultural reform before returning to consulting, bringing his leadership expertise to help organisations strengthen their resilience and operational excellence.

Steve’s story is one of resilience and transformation, shaped by a rough and troubled childhood that taught him the importance of self-belief, perseverance, and the power of knowing when to walk away versus when to push through. 

His passion lies in helping others leverage their strengths, passions, and life experiences to create valuable, marketable tools for success.

A strong advocate for continuous growth, Steve holds certifications in security and risk management and is focused on further enhancing his expertise in change management and governance. 

His career journey embodies the balance between mental and physical fitness, embracing challenges, and driving meaningful change.

Follow Steve on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/stevebudgen

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Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. 

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In episode 270 of Your Career Podcast I welcome back Dr. Kyle Elliott, tech industry specialist and trauma-informed career coach, to discuss the evolving job market in 2025 and practical strategies for job seekers.

I first interviewed Kyle in episode 181 during which he shared his career journey - a fascinating account of transition and change.

And now, from navigating layoffs to leveraging AI responsibly, this episode provides invaluable insights to help listeners feel calm, confident, and in control during their job search.

Key Discussion Topics for Job Seekers:

1. The State of the Job Market in 2025

• Current trends in the U.S. and Australia job markets.
• The impact of AI and layoffs on recruitment timelines and job-seeking challenges.

2. AI in Recruitment: Friend or Foe?

• How AI has revolutionized recruitment while also depersonalizing the process.
• Strategic tips for job seekers to stand out in an AI-driven world.

3. The Importance of Networking

• Why building human-to-human connections is more critical than ever.
• Advice on how to prioritise genuine interactions over mass applications.

4. Trauma-Informed Career Coaching

• Understanding how past experiences can impact the job search process.
• Tools to manage emotions, build self-worth, and project confidence.

5. Skills for the Future

• The growing demand for soft skills like collaboration, communication, and leadership.
• How coaching principles can enhance leadership effectiveness.

6. Building Hope and Resilience

• Why staying hopeful and focusing on controllable aspects of the job search is key.
• Practical strategies to manage setbacks and maintain mental well-being.

➡️ Free Resource: Kyle's Job Search Launch Guide  Download the guide here.

➡️  Take Jane's Free Career Quiz and identify where the gaps are in your job search - it takes 2 minutes and you'll receive your results, analysis and recommendations immediately:  https://careersuccess.scoreapp.com/

Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. 

Book a Zoom chat with me at janejacksoncoach.com - I’d love to meet you and discover what’s happening in your career!

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In this inspiring episode of Your Career Podcast, I share the lessons I learned from an unforgettable stay at the playful and creative W Hotel in Darling Harbour, Sydney. 

This delightful experience challenged my expectations, sparked fresh ideas, and inspired me to rethink how I approach career transitions for my clients.

Just as the W Hotel uses creativity and humour to challenge the status quo, you too can harness fresh perspectives to redefine your career path. In this episode, you’ll discover:

• Why stepping outside your comfort zone is essential for career growth.
• How I surprise and delight my clients with tools like my Online Career Quiz, popular career podcasts, and interactive workshops and webinars.
• The importance of reconnecting with your passion and potential during a career change.
• Practical steps to transform your career, including rediscovering your story, embracing curiosity, and leveraging creative tools.

If you’re feeling stuck in your career, this episode will inspire you to inject creativity, fun, and fresh thinking into your journey.

Ready to challenge the status quo and rediscover what excites you? Hit play now and let’s start transforming your career!

For help in your career visit:  www.janejacksoncoach.com


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Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. 

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In episode 268 of YOUR CAREER Podcast, Sydney based Career Coach and podcast host, Jane Jackson, speaks with Dr. Annie Cole, Ed.D. who is an expert money coach and financial educator.

Annie discusses how she was able to make several successful career transitions despite the challenges she faced.  She shares that in her 20s, she was a burnt-out social worker struggling on a $26,000 salary. 

However, by her 30s, Annie had climbed the ladder to a Vice President role, invested over $350k, owned $1 million in real estate, and cut 20 years off her retirement date. 

She now runs her own coaching business, Money Essentials for Women, and inspires women to step into new levels of money mastery and confidence.

In this episode, Jane and Annie discuss how she now teaches women to master all areas of their finances, from budgeting and paying off debt to investing, building wealth, and retiring early. 

 Get your tickets to the Money Essentials Virtual Conference, Your Rich Year 2025

Get Annie's Book, 101 Ways to Build Wealth, on Amazon or as an eBook

Download Annie's guide, Job Search Tips for 2025

Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. 

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Episode 267 helps you to deal with a toxic work environment.  Many of my clients say they are seeking a career change because of a Toxic Workplace.  Have you experienced one?  We know they exist, and sadly, many of us may be tolerating one right now, or have survived by escaping from one. 

In fact, the topic has been discussed so frequently that I released a video post on LinkedIn covering toxic workplaces and office bullies that generated over 200,000 impressions and over 100 reactions. The situation can be debilitating and over time badly affect your mental health.

If you’re stuck with an office bully or “white ant” - that sneaky, termite-like colleague who gnaws away at your sanity while maintaining a false façade of support – in this episode I’ll provide a few tips on how to navigate the situation without losing your self-respect. 

I was in a toxic environment in my career many years ago and, having only chosen to work in environments where I shared common values prior to that, this negative environment took me by surprise and I couldn’t believe how much it affected me.  

I remember dreading Mondays and going in to work I would feel tearful before I arrived in anticipation of the stresses I would encounter.  By the end of the day I was exhausted and unhappy.  I simply couldn’t understand why, as a natural collaborator, I was in such a competitive, aggressive and non-supportive environment.   

I hadn’t expected that the job spec would change so much when the incredible, warm and wonderfully supportive leader who hired me left the business (they must have seen the writing on the wall!), and a new leader took their place.  

That new leader meant that everything changed. Culture, expectations, and a highly competitive, fearful and ‘blame’ environment developed.

My husband asked me why I didn’t just quit but I told him, “I’m not a quitter!”  I was such a martyr!  

However I soon realised that I couldn’t change anything but my own reactions, and for my own wellbeing and mental health I had to get out of that environment. 

If you find yourself in a toxic environment, this episode covers some strategies to help you cope. 

To make a successful Career Change, book a session with me at https://www.janejacksoncoach.com

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Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. 

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In this episode of Your Career Podcast, we share a LinkedIn Livestream during which Jane Jackson welcomes LinkedIn expert Kevin D. Turner to unpack LinkedIn’s latest features for job seekers. 

With over 220 updates introduced recently, Jane and Kevin share invaluable insights on how to leverage LinkedIn’s evolving tools to enhance job search success.

Key LinkedIn Features discussed during our live broadcast include:

1. Optimising Your LinkedIn Profile for Recruiters
Kevin emphasises the importance of searchable job titles, verified skills, and filling out job preferences to ensure your profile appears in recruiter searches. 

Job seekers should focus on selecting skills and experience from LinkedIn’s dropdown menus, which function as "market value filters," making profiles more searchable and ensuring they’re accurately ranked.

2. Leveraging New LinkedIn AI and Premium Tools
 LinkedIn has introduced new AI features for cover letter and resume customization, making it easier to tailor applications for specific roles. 

Additionally, tools like LinkedIn Learning, the job preference dashboard, and profile verification badges help boost credibility and visibility, particularly when used with premium membership features.

3. Building Genuine Connections with Voice and Video
Use LinkedIn’s voice pronunciation feature and in-message video/voice notes to make a memorable impression. 

Creating engaging content and having authentic interactions help cultivate relationships with connections, setting the foundation for valuable networking and increased profile activity.

Jane and Kevin conclude by inspiring job seekers to actively cultivate conversations and share thought leadership on LinkedIn, transforming passive profiles into powerful, dynamic career assets.

For regular career and LinkedIn tips and udpates, connect with Jane on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/janejackson and connect with Kevin on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/president

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How to secure a mentor and fast track your career.

Helen Doukas is a formidable woman who has recently pivoted from a career as General Counsel to founder in the global tech space (having worked for companies like Uber and Yahoo) to start her own business Nuvo Work.  

In episode 265 of YOUR CAREER PODCAST with Jane Jackson, Jane and Helen discuss the changing landscape of work due to technological, social and other trends, and how the future of work will continue to change in ways we can't predict today.  

How can you keep up when career education is not changing fast enough? 

As the founder of Nuvo Work, Helen explains how you can book personalised sessions with vetted experts across various industries globally. From tech innovators to business mentors, they have the leaders who can help you grow and succeed!

You will gain insightful advice from experts who’ve been there, done that. Plus receive tailored feedback to fast-track your career. This is an excellent opportunity to learn at your own pace.

Nuvo Work allows you to book a session with a vetted career expert for 1:1 micro learning, on demand.  

It's a space for the new world of work, to help you stay on the leading edge, whether it be through a top tier mentor, developing a new skill or connecting with the fractional expertise to propel your business forward.  

Website: https://nuvo.work
Instagram: @nuvo.work
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Bez Rengifo is a Human Resources / Talent Acquisition leader who, for the past 30 years, has focused on the people who make the fabric of what companies call culture.  

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/bezrengifo

Bez was selected for one of the largest non-military staffing projects where he was part of the original team that staffed 429 airports within the U.S. & U.S. Territories. They hired over 45,000 people over a 7-month period for the TSA which is now part of the Department of Homeland Security. 

Finding the right people at the right time and then making sure you have a healthy and inclusive culture is what Bez strives to establish for the benefit of employees and employers.

Outside of work, Bez is an avid fan of the Miami Dolphins, Atlanta Braves and LA Lakers.  When he is not rooting for his favorite teams, he is involved in giving back to his local community and being involved in international service projects.

In this interview Jane and Bez discuss his career transitions, how recruitment works, and what it takes to conduct a successful job search.

Key takeaways are:

1. The Importance of Networking and Relationships

• Key Insight: Building strong connections, even "weak ties," can open up unexpected job opportunities. Engaging in meaningful conversations and leveraging existing contacts can lead to referrals and valuable connections in the job market.
• Actionable Advice: Job seekers should actively network both online and offline. This includes following up with acquaintances, attending networking events, and being open to engaging with new connections on platforms like LinkedIn.

2. Embracing Change and Lifelong Learning

• Key Insight: Reinventing one's career is possible at any age, as evidenced by Bez's mother’s successful transition into school psychology at age 59. Adapting to change and pursuing new paths can lead to fulfilling career opportunities.
• Actionable Advice: Job seekers should remain open to continuous learning and development. This might involve taking courses, gaining new certifications, or exploring different career paths that align with their passions and strengths.

3. Utilizing Effective Recruitment Strategies

• Key Insight: The job market has evolved significantly, with a shift towards technology and automated processes. However, personal outreach methods (like phone calls and text messages) still yield higher engagement rates compared to generic online interactions.
• Actionable Advice: Job seekers should prioritise personal outreach when applying for jobs. This includes customising application materials, following up with phone calls, and using

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Breaking Through the Shell - What 𝗕𝗲𝗴𝗴𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝗻 🐓 taught me about Career Transition!  

The dish, Beggars Chicken, is the perfect metaphor for the challenges we face when looking for a job. How so? In episode 263 of YOUR CAREER PODCAST with Jane Jackson, I share with you my story … 

I was inspired to share this episode having recently returned from visiting my childhood home of Hong Kong (the last time I was back was before Covid in 2019). 

I wanted to be in Hong Kong as my Mum would have turned 100 years old on the 20th Sept 2024. I went back to ‘sweep the graves’ of my parents who have been laid to rest at the Hong Kong Cemetery (Dad passed away at the age of 49, when I was 11. Mum was widowed for 35 years before she passed away at the age of 81.)

One evening I caught up with dear old friends for dinner at the Peking Garden Restaurant in Alexandra House. They organised for us to have Beggars Chicken as one of the special dishes to celebrate our reunion and I was tasked with opening this dish.

As I cracked open the thick pastry encasing Beggars Chicken with a golden hammer, to reveal the specialty within, I couldn't help but reflect on how this experience mirrors our own career transitions. How so? Let me explain:

The pastry, beautifully shaped and protective, isn’t meant to be consumed - it serves a purpose. It preserves the chicken within, keeping it tender and moist, but to reach the goodness, you must break through the hard exterior.

Much like that pastry, we often build protective layers - fear, doubt, anxiety - during unsettling times.

I remember my own career transition at 41, navigating a divorce, moving from Singapore to Sydney with teenage children, and needing to reinvent my life and career.

At the time it felt near impossible to break through my own barriers of self-doubt and uncertainty about the future.

As I swung the golden hammer, I was reminded: the shell is temporary, the potential inside is what matters.
 
In 2001 was able to reinvent my life and career despite the challenges and self-limiting beliefs that were hidden behind a façade I’d put up to protect myself and my children.

In career and life transitions, breaking through our protective façades is hard but necessary to uncover the richness of who we truly are.

The path to our next chapter may be challenging, but it's also filled with untapped potential waiting to be revealed.

I wonder … what protective layers are holding YOU back from discovering your hidden potential?

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Redundancy is a challenging experience that many professionals face at some point in their careers. 

With over 24 years supporting professionals in transition after a redundancy, I understand very well the roller coaster of emotions you will experience – especially if the redundancy was sudden and unexpected.  And if you did have notice this might happen to your role, the toll it takes and stress it causes when waiting for the 'axe to fall' affects your confidence and mental health. 

It is so important to remember that redundancies occur often because of broader economic factors and necessary organisational changes. NOT DUE TO YOUR ABILITY as a professional.

If it happens to YOU, it can hit hard.  

Having a coach to guide you through the experience and the rebuilding process helps to make your transition smoother and faster. So in this episode of YOUR CAREER PODCAST, I'm sharing ways that will help you to manage the aftermath of redundancy and get back in control of your life and career. 

From handling stress and finances to crafting a winning job search strategy and preparing for interviews, I have you covered.  Grab a pen and paper and take notes as there's a lot to cover!

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Many women worry about their financial future, especially when going through a divorce, recently widowed, and unsure of how to manage their money.  I’m delighted to speak with Retirement Strategist, Christie McCabe, in today’s episode of Your Career Podcast. 

Christie is a dynamic sales, marketing, and business strategist with a proven track record of driving strategic initiatives and delivering outstanding results worldwide. Having worked with Christie several years ago, she impressed me with her unwavering tenacity, resilience and determination to succeed regardless of inevitable challenges.

With over two decades of experience across diverse industries, Christie has honed her expertise in marketing, communications, and business development, transforming businesses on a global scale.  

Now Christie is a Retirement Strategist at WoW Women International Group, providing information on how Tracey Sofra, recipient of the Women in Financial Services Award “Financial Planner of the Year"  empowers women to take charge of their financial futures through education and implementation.

Having made fascinating career transitions by leveraging her multiple skill sets to reinvent her career, if you're looking for a role model in perseverance and finding your perfect career fit, Christie is an inspiration.

She excels at navigating career and skill set transitions, earning her the title of the “Queen of Finding the Ideal Job” and stopping at nothing until she achieves it! 

Connect with Christie on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/christiemccabe/ 

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“Magic Mike” is the Chief Marketing Officer at UseVerb, a brilliant new recruitment platform that is revolutionising the way companies recruit and the way candidates submit their job applications.

Mike is also a family man, world traveller and community contributor who has over 20 years experience within the Oil and Gas industry.  Interestingly, after years of pursuing titles and egos, achievements, Michael experienced a profound shift in perspective. He realised that true success lies in IMPACT, purpose, and authenticity.

This epiphany led him to UseVerb, where he found a harmonious alignment of values and vision, a platform emphasising personal interactions like smiles and handshakes, celebrating the human aspect in professional connections.

Today, Michael is a leading figure at UseVerb, championing a people-first approach. UseVerb is not just his workplace; it’s part of a movement towards a more humane, connected professional world.

Mike is also dedicated to the Nations Church Missions Team, where he engages in various initiatives, including Love Community outreach, Sports Chaplaincy, and projects in Cambodia.

"Your word is your word, and your word is your bond." This principle is the cornerstone of Michael's life and leadership, reflecting his commitment to integrity and action.

As Michael embarks on this new chapter with UseVerb, his journey represents not just career progression but personal transformation. It's a story of aligning work with values and serving as a beacon for those aspiring to make a real difference in the world. He is married to Bec for 15 years, sharing life with three children and Coco, the family's beloved dog.

Key quotes from our discussion in episode 260 of YOUR CAREER Podcast:

“PEOPLE COME FIRST, NOT RESUMES”
“LISTEN TO WHO YOU ARE BECOMING”
and this beautiful quote from Michael's mother: “LOVE IS SPELT ‘T.I.M.E.”

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In today’s rapidly changing world of work, interim leadership roles are on the rise.  What are Interim Executives? In episode 258 of YOUR CAREER PODCAST we why interim leadership roles are on the rise and may be an excellent option for the next step in your career.

An interim executive is an experienced, C-Suite level leader recruited to fill a leadership vacancy. Responsibilities and focus vary depending on the position and the current needs of the organisation.

Interim CEO’s, for example, are a smart short-term strategic move while an organisation prepares for a long-term leadership change.  When we recorded this episode, Caroline McAuliffe was Senior Partner with Watermark Search International and now is Chief Executive of BlackBridge Executives, a specialist provider of interim, fractional and on-demand C-suite leadership solutions supporting organisations through transformation and strategic inflection points. 

With more than 20 years’ experience in executive search and interim leadership, she is widely recognised as a pioneer of Australia’s interim executive market.

Caroline advises boards, investors and senior leaders on closing critical capability gaps quickly, deploying high-impact executives who stabilise organisations, lead transformation, manage succession risk and deliver measurable commercial outcomes. 

In 2023, she received the Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants Award of Excellence for her contribution to the global executive search profession.

BlackBridge Executives partners with organisations to provide discreet, strategically aligned executive placements across the C-suite, delivering experienced leaders within days or weeks rather than months.

An award-winning author and co-author of The Rise of the Interim Executive, Caroline also co-hosts The Portfolio Pod, exploring the future of executive work and portfolio careers. She is a qualified executive coach with formal qualifications in careers education, HR management and psychology.

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In episode 258 of YOUR CAREER Podcast I speak with Geoff Martin who is an inspirational executive HR Leader,  Executive and Career Transition Coach who can positively turn any downside, whether business, or personal, into blue sky and value.

In this podcast interview we discuss how encephalitis; brain surgery  and Geoff’s near-death experience has strongly influenced how he now approaches his life and work. 

Geoff’s overseas experience and love of all things Japanese (he is fluent in the language) has enabled him to create a career that truly is his Ikigai (his reason for being).

Geoff’s experiences range from HR Director of an ASX listed human services company, and senior HR roles in the insurance and banking industries. 

He has led national HR teams supporting client groups of over 2000 employees. 

He’s worked with leaders including Board Chairmans, Board Remuneration & Selection Committees, CEOs and C-Suite executives.

Geoff works with his clients to take a holistic approach in how each role aligns to important lifestyle, family, values, and wellbeing goals. 

This is Geoff’s ‘Professional Purpose’ that has developed from his lived experience of surviving his near-death illness and his subsequent career transformation not only in productivity and quality, but importantly in happiness, wellbeing and whole-of-life.   

Join Geoff’s Transforming Self Workshop on 16 & 17 March 2024

Use this coupon code:  IKIGAI  at check-out to get 20% off this valuable workshop!

 Geoff's Website - Think Big Careers

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HOW TO NAVIGATE A MID-CAREER CRISIS

Are you facing a mid-career crisis? Don’t PANIC! The good news is that there is a FORMULA for career success! In episode 257 of Your Career Podcast we focus on this formula.

Firstly, are you STUCK IN A RUT?
Have you ever felt stuck in your career? Like you’re not making any progress, or you’re not enjoying your work anymore? You are not alone. Many mid-career professionals face a career crisis at some point in their lives.

I frequently come across this CAREER SCENARIO:

You’ve jumped from job-to-job, feeling dissatisfied, always looking for the elusive perfect role. Or you’ve been working in the same company for over 10 years, doing the same kind of work, day in and day out.

You are good at what you do, but you feel frustrated, bored and unfulfilled. And you also feel unappreciated and that affects your self-confidence and job satisfaction. You want to do something more meaningful and challenging, something that aligns with your passion and purpose.  

And of course you need to earn a living too.  But you realise it’s not all about the money, even though your priority is to ensure that you can pay your bills.  But you don’t know what you’re passionate about, let alone the ‘purpose’ that you’re supposed to find. 

There are so many options and possibilities, and you don’t know which one is right for you. You're scared you may make a wrong move, or risk your financial stability.  Perhaps you have people who depend on you and your income too.

You feel trapped in a career that no longer suits you, but how can you make a break for it without risking everything?  And another month goes by, then another and a year later you realise you’re still in the same place, continuing around on that proverbial hamster wheel.

And then redundancy looms … oh no!  You feel anxious and pray that your role won’t be affected.  Then a call from HR for a meeting and your heart sinks.  What you had hoped would never happen, is happening.

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When considering your own career journey, it's inspiring to learn from those who have made successful career transitions and reinvented their career.  In today's episode we are in conversation with Head of Operations and Human Resources at TryPOD Australia and Enigma HR, Trevor Weeding.

In this episode we discuss the challenges candidates experience during job interviews, discuss the worst job interview experiences and also how a badly delivered redundancy notification can affect an employee's emotional wellbeing and mental health.

A little background on Trevor: After a successful 35 year career in the media industry, Trevor “reinvented” himself in 2014 and embarked on a new career path, based in Sydney’s southern suburbs, focussing on connecting local business and their community. 

He spent 10 years as a Board member at ESBEC, Eastern Suburbs Business Enterprise Centre, supporting SME’s with training and skills support. 

Trevor has also been on the boards of community radio 2NBC - FM and The Morris Children’s Fund and is still a keen supporter of St George Medical Research Foundation.

After 3 years in the recruitment and HR industry, Trevor transitioned into entrepreneurship and founded Development Pathways in early 2020, where his passion for assisting small business became his business.   

This led to him being chosen for his new role at Trypod Australia and Enigma HR.

The Law of Reciprocity is a mantra for Trevor and he is a BNI member and member of three local business chambers.

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The future of work and how to land a job in 2024.  In episode 255 of Your Career Podcast, let’s take a look at what’s next when it comes to your career. I cover what you must do for your career success in the next 12 months.

🎁 Firstly, a GIFT FOR YOU: Download my Goals Calendar and SMART Goals sheet to to plan for success: 2024 GOALS CALENDAR

POSITION YOURSELF FOR CAREER SUCCESS IN 2024

Career Reflections

Before deciding on your career moves in the coming year, first gain clarity around your professional journey. Reflect on your achievements and identify what truly motivates you. Download and complete my CAREER REFLECTIONS JOURNAL.

Goal Setting

According to research from Zippia, people who set goals are 10 times more likely to be successful.  Those who write down their goals are 42% more likely to achieve them. We discuss this in detail in this episode.

And I also discuss the importance of these important topics for your career success this year:

Continuous Learning and Skill Development

Generative AI

Future Skills

Thanks for listening and I hope you will take action on what you learn in this episode. 

Change can feel a little daunting, and to help you develop ability to embrace change and challenges, download my Morning Affirmations and start each day with a winning mindset!

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How to Future Proof Your Career in 2024!  In a recent LinkedIn Livestream, I teamed up with LinkedIn Livestream expert, Gillian Whitney, to discuss how you can Future-Proof Your Career in 2024.   In this episode I share the recording of our ‘live’ discussion and you'll benefit from the comments and questions we received from the audience during our session too!

We answer 6 key questions:

1.     How to get clear on what you want to achieve in 2024

2.     How to become a content creator on LinkedIn to attract the opportunities you desire

3.     How to create an effective content strategy for success in 2024 

4.     Why you must add video and live streaming to your personal branding strategy  

5.     How to choose your live stream equipment 

6.     How to repurpose your live streams to reach a wider audience

As a career coach helping professionals to take control of their careers, I highlight the importance of becoming a content creator in 2024 to position yourself as the expert 'go-to' person in your field, and explain the power of LinkedIn Livestreams to broaden your audience reach.  

Gillian Whitney, who runs Video Easy Peasy, covers future-proofing strategies, including using the versatility of platforms like Streamyard and the potential of repurposing the content you create to reach your target audience (recruiters, hiring managers and, for business owners, your customers and clients).

Authenticity in your messaging emerges as a central theme as we both advocate for genuine connections over scripted performances during a live broadcast. We also explain the significance of an effective content strategy for establishing yourself as an industry expert.

Video is a crucial element in personal branding, and you will discover how to effectively self-promote your capabilities without feeling too ‘sales-y’. 

We share practical live streaming essentials and cover lighting, sound quality, and equipment recommendations. 

During this fascinating discussion we delve into the broader aspects of navigating life's challenges, including self-assessment, adapting to AI in career development, and viewing AI as a tool rather than a crutch.  Times are changing and we all must adapt to the changes in order not only to survive as professionals, but to thrive!

Enjoy this episode and prepare yourself for success in 2024!

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Justin Nelson enjoyed a successful real estate career before identifying a big gap in the market.  True to his calling, to fill that gap he transitioned into entrepreneurship as the Founder and CEO of Sphere Rocket VA, an industry leading virtual workforce company. 

Since 2020 Sphere Rocket has placed over 4,000 virtual assistants, serving over 1500 growing small businesses. 

Justin began in real estate at the age of 17, running marketing, lead generation, and inside sales campaigns. 

After getting licensed, he quickly became a top producing agent, generating $320,000 in gross commissions his first year using social media and marketing growth hacks. 

In 2019 Justin started coaching new and veteran agents to create leverage in their businesses through social media, hyper growth strategies, and eventually virtual assistants. 

The need for a service to help small business owners hire and effectively use virtual workers quickly became apparent, so Justin transitioned from corporate to entrepreneurship and Sphere Rocket was born. 

Justin is an in-demand speaker and coach, teaching the principles of leverage, passionately creating freedom for tens of thousands of people every year.

Find out more about Sphere Rocket and how his VA services can help you.

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Changing career later in life has become a notable trend in Australia, as it has in many other parts of the world, due to a combination of factors.

While each individual’s reasons may vary, several common trends and drivers contribute to this phenomenon.   

I was invited to discuss this on Sunrise on Channel 7 recently, as a career coach and career transition specialist, and enjoyed having the film crew turn up at my home to film the interview for the broadcast (watch the interview on my YouTube channel).

The condensed interview is included in this podcast episode.  Let’s understand the key drivers for this change in careers for older workers in Australia, and listen to the episode for details and inspiration if YOU are thinking of making a career change. 

Main reasons for making a change are:

·      A longer life expectancy

·      The evolving workforce

·      A desire for personal fulfillment

·      Financial security

·      Redundancy and Job Insecurity

·      New education and training opportunities

·      Age Discrimination protections

·      Work-Life balance

·      Retirement redefined (listen to my interview on the 'Retirement Success Podcast' with Dennis Heath)

·      Personal growth

·      Mentorship and experience

The increasing prevalence of career changes later in life in Australia reflects the shifting of priorities and recognition that one’s career journey can be dynamic and multifaceted.

What are your thoughts? Please join the conversation and add your opinion and thoughts on this LinkedIn Post (which features my Sunrise on 7 interview) or on my YouTube channel.


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Today’s very special guest is Adam Scougall,  corporate professional turned Interior Designer who now successfully combines two careers!

I’ve had the great pleasure of working with Adam through his career reinventions and delighted that Adam now blends the best of both worlds and has created the satisfying and rewarding career he loves. 

In episode 251 of Your Career Podcast he shares his fascinating corporate, creative and entrepreneurial journey.  

A little known fact about Adam is that he was a child actor and featured in Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome with Mel Gibson and Tina Turner in 1985! 

Adam’s story is one that is a little out of the box. We hear a lot about interior designers aspiring for luxury clients and an office full of staff. But Adam couldn’t imagine anything worse. 

After 18 years of people, leadership in his corporate life, he ventured out in in 2018 to running his solo design biz full time. This lasted for 3.5 years before he returned to where he started. Corporate [with a buzzing design side hustle]

After working with a broad range of clients, some great and some a nightmare, Adam became tired of having to accept jobs that could make ends meet, as opposed to fulfilling his creative juices. 

Covid didn’t help financially, nor an always ‘pending’ recession, and after those years, Adam realised he did not wish to pursue a ‘be all and end all’ approach to his design career. 

He wanted stability, steadier finances and the ability to only take on design work that fulfilled both his own and client vision.

Adam now enjoys what we call a lifestyle business, balancing projects he only wants to take on whilst [now happily] holding down a full-time gig at his corporate firm of choice. 

He has also developed his own signature design implementation system that employs other designers to assist day to day, with Adam coming in only at key points in the project.

Adam is about to launch his podcast telling all his experiences.  Watch out for the launch on podcast platforms on 5th September 2023!  “SO YOU WANT TO BE AN INTERIOR DESIGNER?”

His aim for the show is to teach you the thrills, reveal the spills and show you how you can create an Interior Design career that suits your lifestyle.

Where to find Adam:  

Adam's Podcast, "So You Want to be an Interior Designer?"  https://www.soyouwanttobeaninteriordesigner.tv/

Adam Scougall Designs https://adamscougall.com/ 

Adam on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/adamscougall/ 

Adam on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCV055_s7AX_Nsd--zbmf7cg

Adam  in Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome

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Andrew Seaman is the senior managing news editor for jobs and career development at LinkedIn News and my special guest in episode 250 of Your Career Podcast.

Andrew is the editor of the Get Hired and Get Ahead newsletters and the host of Get Hired with Andrew Seaman. 

Before joining LinkedIn in 2018, he was digital editor at Reuters in New York, where he previously served as the news agency’s senior medical journalist. 

He got his start at Reuters covering the Affordable Care Act and health care policy in Washington, D.C.

Listen to Andrew's fascinating career journey from his early days and transitions to his role at LinkedIn where, at the time of this recording he has over 177K followers.

Andrew shares his insights and tips into how to be an effective content creator on LinkedIn and shares his advice on:

1. Best practice when it comes to content creation on LinkedIn
2. His favourite new LinkedIn features
3. The types of posts we see on LinkedIn - carousels, polls, images, videos, and more
4. His top 3 tips for success on LinkedIn

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Lara Quie’s superpower is the power of connection. She connects with people very quickly and helps to connect them with whom they need to be connected. 
 
 As Head of Business Development for Asia Pacific for a Barristers’ chambers, Twenty Essex in Singapore, Lara helps disputes lawyers find the very best barristers and arbitrators for their cases. 

She is also a business development consultant and executive coach for lawyers, leaders, and founders at Lara Q Associates helping high performers achieve more success and greater happiness. 

She focuses on Managing Partners, In-House Lawyers, and C-Suite Executives and those not ready for retirement, lawyers who want to build their practice, and people who want to reinvent themselves. 
 
 Podcasting is her passion and Lara hosts The Legal Genie Podcast.
 
 In her spare time she runs a unique handmade gifts and fabric company called Lara Q Designs and enjoys spending time with her 3 daughters, 2 Dachshunds, black rabbit and long suffering husband.

Lara is Eurasian (Japanese/British) and has lived in Hong Kong and Singapore and spent long periods of time in Spain, Germany, Belgium and France.  With this varied background and multiple interests I found that we have a lot in common and thoroughly enjoyed interviewing Lara on Your Career Podcast and hearing her career journey across the globe!

Find Lara on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/laraquie/

For comprehensive career transition support visit https://www.thecareersacademy.online

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In this exciting episode of Your Career Podcast, anyone who loves to travel and fly business class using frequent flyer points will love this! 

I had the good fortune to interview Steve Hui who is the Founder & CEO of IFLYFLAT. The most celebrated rewards flight team in Australia. 

Discover how a redundancy from Macquarie Bank where Steve was Head of Accounting Operations within their Global Financial Services, travelling all around the world regularly, was a blessing in disguise for Steve and inspiration for his entrepreneurial venture.

 Steve’s team  at IFLYFLAT has the practical experience of booking nearly 1 BILLION points across the top-tier airlines such as Qantas, Singapore Airlines, Emirates, Etihad, Cathay, Virgin Australia, and more.

They are experts in maximising both credit card reward points and frequent flyer points with the specific aim of flying Business class.

IFLYFLAT provides two flagship services:

 One is the "Flight Points Concierge," which expertly navigates reward point flight bookings for clients, if you have the points, they will find the flights – Steve’s expert team has booked 1 Billion points helping clients fly flat. 
 
 And the other services is "Points Optimiser" which offers a personalised consultancy for SME business owners, offering a clear plan that creates a fly-wheel to transform everyday business expenses into points for relaxing business class travel.

Steve, also known as 'The Points Whisperer' is regularly featured on TV, Channel 7 & 9, Sky News Business, Your Money Live, SMH, AFR, Luxury Travel Magazine, Money Magazine and many others. 

As the current President of the Chatswood Chamber of Commerce in Sydney, he is dedicated to building and promoting strong business relationships around Sydney's north-shore.

Google 'IFLYFLAT' and you’ll find Steve Hui easily!

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If you DON’T love your job. Is that a bad thing?

It may be controversial, but perhaps it is OK not to love your job!

There is so much focus on following your passion and purpose that I believe that many of us have forgotten that people work to earn money in order to pay their bills.

Of course it’s important to enjoy what you do, but if you don’t feel PASSION for your work that does not make you less worthy as an employee than someone who displays great passion for their job function, or industry, or company.

Everyone has a motivator and at different times in your life you may find that what motivates you changes.

This episode of YOUR CAREER Podcast is the result of an interesting article I read in the Weekend Australian entitled “Why Passionate Staff May Be Bad for the Office Culture” and, wanting to read more, I clicked through the links and voilà, I found this excellent article by Winnie Jiang, Assistant Professor of Organisational Behaviour at INSEAD, that inspired today’s newsletter:

‘Your Most Passionate Employees May Not Be Your Top Performers‘.

In this episode I discuss what was written and provide some insights into what I know will be helpful to you in your career. 

I mention my Career Clarity Pack and assessments in this episode - if you want to assess your motivators in your role, find the Career Clarity Pack here.

Please feel free to comment, disagree, add to what I discuss in this episode as I love a robust discussion.

This podcast is to prompt you to think about your own career and also for me to learn from you, the reader, so I'd love to know your thoughts on this topic.

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My special guest on Your Career Podcast is two-time LinkedIn Top Voice and Entrepreneur Martin Stark.   

"Take ownership of fear, venture forward with confidence and resilience" 

Martin is a leading inspirational speaker and trailblazer who encourages people, teams and organisations to employ courage as a habit, and advises on meaningful inclusion. 

Featured on CNN, BBC Sport, ABC News and in The Guardian, Martin is Founder and CEO of the not-for- profit World Gay Boxing Championships.

The championships aim to increase LGBTQIA+ participation, and lead change in the sport. Martin delivered the worlds' first boxing competition for the LGBTQIA+ community and allies in February 2023. 

Having experienced a number of career transitions, Martin is also a skilled commercial negotiator and Social Impact Expert with 15-years’ experience as an IT Strategic Sourcing Leader. 

He was diagnosed with Addison’s disease in 2006 after having been placed in two induced comas and living through his worst fear - a tracheotomy. Having undergone more than 70 hospital admissions and four major operations, Martin is passionate about health and wellbeing. His near-death experiences have driven him to lead the positive changes he wants to see in the world. 

Let’s hear how Martin became The Courage Champion, dedicating his life to inspiring all to be courageous, have purpose be resilient in this episode 246 of Your Career Podcast, and follow Martin on LinkedIn!

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Are you struggling to get noticed for the great work you do?  In this episode of Your Career Podcast, you will learn how to ATTRACT the opportunities for your career or your business that you deserve!

Whether you are a job seeker, looking to progress in your career, or a business owner, your PERSONAL BRAND is essential for success.

One of the best ways to build your brand is by WRITING A BOOK on your area of expertise.  I was joined by Author/Mentor Sigrid De Kaste on a LinkedIn Live broadcast during which we discussed the importance of branding for your career or your business.  I’m sharing the recording of our discussion which is filled with valuable tips for your personal brand.

A book is a powerful tool to help you stand out and showcase your expertise. 

If you are a professional in your field, you have a book in you!  Share your expertise – provide solutions to specific problems and you will be sought after. A book is a business card on STERIOIDS! 

Not only will publishing a book give you credibility, it provides the best opportunity to CONNECT with your target audience in a memorable way.

Writing a book will enable you to:

•           Highlight your expertise and knowledge on a specific topic

•           Establish you as a thought leader in your industry – the ‘go to’ expert!

•           Provide platform to share your story and connect with your audience

•           Attract hiring managers, new clients or customers

•           Open up opportunities for speaking engagements and media appearances and build your brand

Connect with Jane and Sigrid on LinkedIn.

Jane    https://www.linkedin.com/in/janejackson  

Sigrid  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sigriddekaste

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Navy Seal Alden Mills shares his career journey with Jane Jackson on Your Career Podcast as he is on a mission to help 100 million people Be Unstoppable.

He has over 40 years of experience failing and succeeding in areas including sports, the military, business, nonprofits and community action groups.

Alden has learned that success is driven by one vital factor – leadership – of oneself and others. 

Alden Mills first learned to lead himself.

As a weak child with asthma, doctors insisted he limit physical activity and avoid sports.

But no he didn't! With the mindset instilled in him by his mother that “no one defines what you can and can’t do, but you,” he went on to become a National Collegiate Champion rower, earning Gold and Silver medals at the Olympic Festival, and a Navy SEAL who was top of his class.

From a young age he amassed notebooks of invention drawings. One of those ideas became the wildly popular Perfect Pushup and today he holds over 40 patents worldwide.

As Alden achieved personal successes, he repeatedly grew into leadership positions. He became captain of his collegiate rowing team, was promoted three times to Navy SEAL platoon commander, and ranked #1 platoon commander each time. 

He turned a single invention into a global fitness powerhouse in over 70 countries with multiple products, leading Perfect Fitness to become the fastest-growing consumer product company in the country, with over $95 million in sales in just three years. 

Along the way, Alden cultivated a methodology - Unstoppable Leadership – that develops people into congruent and authentic leaders who successfully build teams and create cultures that are unstoppable.

Through speaking, coaching, writing, board advisory, and teaching, Alden helps people acquire the mindset, tools, and actions required to accomplish more than they thought was possible.

Find Alden here

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Streamed 'live' on LinkedIn, YouTube and Facebook,  this episode with  @KeepRockingLinkedIn  and @janecareercoach highlights the NEW and LITTLE-KNOWN features on LinkedIn that benefit job seekers in a BIG way.

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In this podcast episode, Jane Jackson, author of Navigating Career Crossroads, interviews Kevin D Turner, Dallas based LinkedIn specialist.

You will learn about the latest LinkedIn features for job seekers and how to use them to your advantage.

We discuss:

The Voice Pronunciation Feature
The Profile Video Feature
The AI Powered Job Interview Preparation Feature
The "I'm Interested" in your Company Feature
The Sharing your Resumé with Recruiters Feature
The Market Value Filter Feature
The Career Explorer Feature
The Skills in your Professional Experience Feature
The AI to Enhance Your Headline an ABOUT Section Feature

And more ......!

Discover the secrets to creating and leveraging a standout LinkedIn profile that will catch the attention of employers and recruiters.

Get Kevin & Jane's insider tips on networking and job searching on LinkedIn to help you land your dream job.

Whether you're a seasoned job seeker or just starting your career journey, this episode will provide you with valuable insights and best practices to succeed in today's competitive job market.

Listen to Kevin's fascinating career journey from corporate to entrepreneur and LinkedIn guru in episode 214 of Your Career Podcast

Kevin D Turner's TNT Brand Strategist
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ABC Radio NSW Drive time interview.  As there have been so many redundancies  reported in the news recently and concern about the multiple interest rate hikes, people looking for jobs have experienced additional stress.

I was invited to discuss how to change careers successfully on ABC Drive with Anna Moulder this week and you can listen to the reply on this episode of Your Career Podcast.

Have you been affected by a redundancy?  Have you been offered professional career transition coaching support?  Share your experience with me on LinkedIn.

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Are you too old to be hired? Do you ever wonder if you’re too old to land another job?  Or that your age is a barrier to what you really want to do?

Now, those of you who already know me will know I get on my high horse about ageism in the workplace and how I believe we are NEVER TOO OLD to reinvent our careers. Yes, that's right - we are NEVER TOO OLD to be the person we were born to be.

In this episode I promised to give you the links to a number of interesting posts and resources and you'll find them at the bottom of these shownotes.

Let me ask you, if you're over 30, over 40, over 50, over 60, over 70 are you too old to:

Be heard?

Be loved?

Be appreciated?

To contribute your years of experience and knowledge to benefit someone who's problems you can help to solve?

To be considered as an individual rather than an age-bracket?

Are you too old to learn something new?

Or to try something different?

And TO MAKE A POSITIVE IMPACT?

Unfortunately, according to a 2021 report by the Australian Human Rights Commission, age discrimination remains a significant issue in the workplace, affecting both job seekers and employees. 

Here are some statistics on ageism in the workplace in Australia:

• Around 27% of workers over the age of 50 reported experiencing age discrimination in the workplace.
• Older job seekers are more likely to experience long-term unemployment, with the average duration of unemployment for workers aged 55 and over being around 71 weeks.
• Older workers are more likely to be retrenched or have their contracts terminated, and they find it more challenging to secure new job opportunities than younger workers.

and this one surprised me:

Despite being a protected attribute under Australian law, only 56% of workers are aware that age discrimination is illegal.

So how can we overcome ageism in the workplace? In this episode I discuss in detail these strategies:

• Upskilling
• Networking
• Highlighting transferable skills 
• Addressing negative stereotypes

To overcome ageism it requires a collective effort from employers, employees, and society as a whole. 

I’d like to ask you: How are you helping to promote a culture of inclusivity and respect for all generations? 

What else can we do to create a more equitable and age-diverse workplace? 

Let’s keep the conversation going and I'd love you to send me a message on LinkedIn or share a post of you in action showing your energy and enthusiasm regardless of age and tag me so I know!

Check out my CAREER SUCCESS Program
Colleen Heidemann in action  wearing a t-shirt with the slogan: OLD IS THE NEW BLACK!

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Unlock the secrets to social success with Sam Lee, the founder of Connect with Confidence. 

Sam's journey began in the corporate and real estate worlds where he honed his sales skills and rose to the top as a top-performing salesman. But he realised his true calling was to help others discover their own social power. 

He combines his passions for event planning and socialising to mentor individuals in developing meaningful connections. 

Through his coaching programs, Sam empowers introverted business owners and professionals to come out of their shells and exude confidence in any social situation. 

Join Sam in this interview on Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson, as he shares his knowledge, tips and strategies for making a lasting impression and cultivating fulfilling relationships.

[LIVE WORKSHOP] Improve Your Social Skills and Social Confidence.

25th February 2023  Register on Eventbrite

Connect with Sam on LinkedIn

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Julie Hyne is an AICI CIP Certified Image Professional and Executive Style Mentor and shares top image and branding tips in episode 239 of Your Career Podcast.

Whether you’re unsure about your professional image in person or online, whether you are a business owner, C-Suite executive woman or someone who just wants to revamp their visual image, it helps to have Julie in your corner.

She believes every woman deserves the opportunity to look, feel and be beautiful, inside and out, and be able to achieve that daily, without stress so they can focus on the job at hand. And for a successful career she says you need the 3 D’s:

DISCIPLINE – DEDICATION – DETERMINATION

Julie Hyne is a highly experienced Image Professional who has helped senior executive women differentiate their authentic brand style and presence for over 20 years.

Her Style for Life program and strategies have helped women build their confidence, executive presence, gain votes, promotions, and increase their earning capacity.

Especially as businesses emerge into changing landscapes post pandemic, an attractive appearance with appropriate grooming and personal style still play a significant role in the success of women in the workplace.

Julie works exclusively with senior executive women who hold key positions of influence in Australia to convey more credibility, authenticity and be perceived as even more intelligent and trustworthy that results in more influence, impact and success.

She is a Certified Image Professional accredited with the Association of Image Consultants International (AICI) and holds a Bachelor of Business, Diploma of Modelling, Certificate in TV and Media Presenting, is an Etiquette Trainer and generously shares her top tips for executive career success.  This is an episode you won’t want to miss! 

Find Julie here

Connect with Julie on LinkedIn 

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You've landed the job! Congratulations!  BUT ... do you accept the offer immediately?  NO!  And I'll tell you why ...

With your skills and experience, the fact that you have been offered the job means that they want you.  When the offer is on the table, you are in the strongest position to negotiate the offer.

Of course you can accept the offer as it stands but it's better to take time to go over the contract with a fine tooth comb and ensure that each and every aspect of the offer is what you are happy with.

If there is anything that you are not sure about, then you can go back to your hiring manager or recruiter and ask, "Is there room for negotiation?"

What's the worst thing that could happen?  They may say, "There's no room for negotiation, the offer is as it stands."  That's not so bad is it?  At least you know!

However ... if they say, "What would you like to negotiate?" Then the door is open for discussion!

Listen to this episode of Your Career Podcast and learn what you can do to create a win-win situation between you and your new employer gracefully.

For more help visit www.janejacksoncoach.com and book an exploratory chat with Jane Jackson and take control of your job search and your career! 

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In this special episode of Your Career Podcast, I interview CEO of Prominence Global and LinkedIn expert, Adam Houlahan and Head of Strategy, Christie McCabe-Benton. 

Adam and Christie share their career reinvention stories and provide top LinkedIn tips for businesses in this value-packed episode.

Prominence Global is considered to be one of Australia’s leading experts in harnessing the power of LinkedIn for business. 

Adam is an International Keynote Speaker specialising in LinkedIn strategies for entrepreneurs, and CEO of one of the few truly global LinkedIn agencies, Prominence Global. 

He hosts arguably the world’s largest free online LinkedIn training event and is considered to be one of the world’s leading experts in harnessing the power of LinkedIn for business. 

He is the author of three Amazon best-selling books Social Media Secret Sauce, The LinkedIn Playbook, and Influencer. Adam co-authored a fourth international best-seller Better Business, Better Life, Better World. 

Adam believes real and meaningful change comes through the world’s entrepreneurs. His purpose is to positively impact 12 million people in need and has surpassed 8 million impacts on the way to that target. 

Christie McCabe-Benton is the Head of Strategy at Prominence Global. She works alongside Adam to help entrepreneurs, coaches, consultants and business owners to create LinkedIn strategies that build prominence and authority and valuable, deep connections that also convert. 

Christie has 2 decades of experience in marketing, communications, sales, media and education working with a wide variety of clients and on diverse projects. 

She has been the host of two breakfast radio shows in NSW and WA, written and directed award winning films, represented Australia and Samsung as a Global Blogger at the Olympic Games and coached hundreds of people globally to leverage the power of LinkedIn for their business. 

Like Adam, Christie believes real and meaningful change comes through the world’s entrepreneurs. Her purpose is to provide businesses with powerful tools to grow and accelerate their global footprint via LinkedIn. Together we can make an important impact! 

Top LinkedIn tips from Adam:

·       Take a long-term view to LinkedIn Marketing

·       Show up and solve problems for your audience consistently

Top LinkedIn tips from Christie:

·       Be clear about your target market and the content you share

·       There are NO ‘Hacks’! Dedicate time and use intelligence when working on your LinkedIn strategy

PROMINENCE GLOBAL  

Learn what it takes to be within the top 1% of your industry on LinkedIn via this assessment: LinkedIn Productivity Assessment  

Learn the 3 steps to becoming a LinkedIn Content Ninja via this assessment 

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Anish Majumdar is my special guest and our focus today is how to tap into the hidden job market.  Anish is a career coach with over 12 years’ experience helping thousands of professionals around the world take the reins of their professional destiny and break free of the necessity of ‘job searching’ – permanently.

His webinars, videos and articles have appeared in Fast Company, Business Insider, Glassdoor, and Ivy Exec.

From Rochester New York where he lives with his wife and three children, Anish is dedicated to helping professionals in their job search and exudes great vitality and energy in his work.  This podcast episode is a fun and lively exploration into how career coaching can benefit you in your career.

As a former actor, investigative journalist and author of The Isolation Door, Anish generously shares his career journey and offers insights into how you can take control of your job search and create the opportunities that you desire.

Where to find Anish:

Website
Webinar
LinkedIn 
 

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Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. 

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To create the career you’ll love and reach career success faster, reverse engineer your career.

If you’ve ever felt unsure about what you need to be successful in your career it’s probably because you don’t really know which path you want your career to follow, and you’re unclear of how far you want to take your career.

Here are the six steps to develop a strategy for your future career success - listen to the full episode for details on how to implement these steps:

1. Get clear on what you really want

2. Conduct your research – find your dream job/s online

3. Analyse the job descriptions

4. Conduct a gap analysis

5. Come up with a strategy to overcome the gaps

6. Find a mentor or career coach

Reverse engineering your career does not have to be difficult.  You certainly don’t need an engineering degree to reverse engineer your career!

Take time to define your career aspirations, conduct research and analysis and be honest about where the gaps are.  To hasten your career progression in the direction you desire, overcome those gaps and you will be in a strong position to progress step-by-step in the right direction.

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Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. 

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Massive job cuts at tech companies that hired rapidly during the pandemic and cuts at Facebook and Twitter have the industry reeling.

It hurts when you receive an email or letter that says, "We've made the hard, but necessary decision to lay off xx% of the company - unfortunately you've been included in this layoff"

Regardless of the fact that it is a business decision, it HURTS. It sucks. And it's not personal but it FEELS PERSONAL. So how can you bounce back from this? In episode 234 of Your Career Podcast, find out what you can do immediately to bounce back from redundancy. 

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Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. 

Book a Zoom chat with me at janejacksoncoach.com - I’d love to meet you and discover what’s happening in your career!

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NEVER DO ANYTHING JUST RIGHT.  My next special guest is the author of the new book, ‘Never Do Anything Just Right’. 

Rod Jahner is a dear friend of mine, master reconteur, and risk management professional with global experience in training and executive development. 

With an MBA in Operations Research, for over 27 years he’s held management positions at Citibank and Standard Chartered Bank in the US, the last ten years in Singapore covering Asia, Australia, the Middle East and Africa. 

Thousands around the world have attended his training courses on risk management, product management, back-office processing, business writing and Train-The Trainer.

In 2009, Rod transitioned into entrepreneurship and founded Level Four International (LFI) to improve middle and senior management effectiveness.

LFI has developed training for clients in Europe, Asia and the US. He a Certified Personnel Consultant, Master Coach and Certified Professional Résumٞé Writer.

Most recently, Rod published his first book, Never Do Anything Just Right, a memoir recalling things global, personal, and to be frank, sometimes inappropriately funny. Or so at least one reader has said!

Find out how Rod bravely made several successful career transitions, the challenges of ex-pat life (or not!), what it takes to be an entrepreneur and how Never Do Anything Just Right will make you laugh, cry and simply shake your head.

Where to find Rod:

Books:  Never Do Anything Just Right (published August, 2022)

“Better Than One” (in process)

“Train ‘Em Old School” (in process)

www.justrodbooks.com

Level Four International

LinkedIn    

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Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. 

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Do you know the myths about career management? There are many myths about how to manage your career, and in episode 232 of Your Career Podcast I cover seven of the biggest myths about career management.

There are no hard-and-fast rules when it comes to career progression.  There are different ways to approach your career development and advancement – some may surprise you!

Firstly, to find out if you are READY FOR CAREER SUCCESS, take the CAREER SUCCESS QUIZ at www.janejacksoncoach.com/careersuccessquiz  Within 2 minutes you will get your score, analysis and personalised recommendations on your specific areas for improvement.

Once you know your career success readiness, then understanding the career myths to your progression will help you to manage your career more effectively.

Are you ready to find out the myths that may be holding you back? 

Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. 

Book a Zoom chat with me at janejacksoncoach.com - I’d love to meet you and discover what’s happening in your career!

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LinkedIn Audio Events have arrived in Australia!

Yes, it’s time to get excited about LINKEDIN AUDIO EVENTS. Yes, they are finally here in Australia after over 6 months of beta-testing in the US.

Why should we be excited? LinkedIn Audio is like podcasting meets TALK-BACK RADIO.  You can join in the conversation LIVE, ask any questions or raise a topic you’d like to discuss.  ON THE SPOT. 

Yes, I know there’s already Clubhouse and Twitter Spaces, but LinkedIn Audio Events are a little different.

At this point in time LinkedIn does not allow recording of the live audio sessions so there are no replays and you must attend 'live'.

Last week I was joined by Twitter Spaces Guru, Keith Keller, and LinkedIn Audio Beta tester, Kevin D Turner to discuss LinkedIn Audio vs Clubhouse vs Twitter Spaces for your career. 

LinkedIn Audio is a new feature that LinkedIn has been rolling out country by country and at last it’s in Australia!  

Many people have been asking me how to find out if they have this new feature so let’s find out if have it first and then I'll explain the key benefits of the LinkedIn Audio platform.  

Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. 

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Few things are as nerve-racking as asking for a pay rise. Asking for more money can be complex, but doing the right research and preparation can make you feel more confident and better set for success.

How you prepare for a salary discussion can include getting a sense of salaries in your industry, finding ways to demonstrate your performance, and checking in with the bigger picture – including what economic conditions are like.

In episode 230 of Your Career Podcast I go over what you need to do to prepare well for that Salary Raise discussion and also provide a SCRIPT of what you can say during that discussion!

If you need help to take control of your career, or want a mentor to guide you to grow in your career (or make a successful career change) then the CAREER SUCCESS PROGRAM is the perfect blend of online on-demand career programs, webinars, self-assessments, career templates and Group Coaching Calls so you'll never feel alone when making important career decisions.

Check out the benefits of the Career Success Program here

Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. 

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CAREER TIP OF THE DAY – Positive Affirmations.

If you’re going through a redundancy or are in between jobs, you’ll find that change can be pretty scary and can be an emotional roller coaster that erodes your self-confidence.

My quick Career Tip of the Day series will help you to NAVIGATE YOUR CAREER CROSSROADS. 

There are 5 things you can do to manage stress.  Today’s tip (Tip #2) is to create a positive mindset with positive affirmations.  Studies have shown that by repeating daily affirmations you can change your mindset and learn to focus on what is most important in your life.  

Self belief is essential when looking for a new job.

Download my Morning Affirmations today and repeat them several times over EVERY MORNING for 21 days and feel the difference it makes to the way you approach your day.  

Send me a message via LinkedIn and let me know how you go!

To land the job you’ll love and grow your career, join my CAREER SUCCESS PROGRAM where you'll find all the resources, online programs, career exercises and templates you need to make a successful career change PLUS monthly 'live' group coaching calls with me!

And reach out for more career change and career management support at www.janejacksoncoach.com

Until next time …

Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. 

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Welcome to Your Career Podcast. On LinkedIn I broadcast ‘live’ a Career Tip of the Day twice a week and I’ve had many requests to share them on YOUR CAREER Podcast too. 

So here’s your chance to catch up my Career Tips if you missed them during my LinkedIn Live broadcasts each week. 

Each tip is only 2-4 minutes long and a wonderful shot of inspiration to start your day.

When it comes to career management, “You can’t stop the waves but you can learn to surf”. Are you ready? 

This quick tip focuses on how to Navigate Change and manage stress as you go through a career transition.  There are 5 steps to take to manage stress, the first one is to TALK it out.

To land the job you’ll LOVE and GROW your career join me in my CAREER SUCCESS Program at janejacksoncoach.com/academy.  

Join my  CAREER SUCCESS Program ‘live’ Zoom Group Coaching Calls every month, build your professional network, and have access to ALL of my online career management programs, exercises and templates for your career success. 

And subscribe to my YouTube Channel for more career advice.  Your Career Success is my business. 

Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. 

Book a Zoom chat with me at janejacksoncoach.com - I’d love to meet you and discover what’s happening in your career!

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In today’s changing employment landscape it's a challenge to navigate your career effectively to ensure career growth and job satisfaction.  

In this episode of Your Career Podcast, you will find the essential elements to get clear on what you really want in your career and then how to develop a strong personal brand within your workplace and attract the opportunities you desire.

What we'll cover:

• How to gain career clarity so you know what really makes you tick at work
• How to identify the value you bring and the solutions you provide in the workplace
• How to build a strong network and brand online

Listen to this inspiring episode and then, download my [FREE] PDF template I've created as a special gift to you for listening today.  It includes 2 important exercises to complete to help  project you towards your desired job.

My Navigating Your Career Accomplishment Identification and Profile Summary templates will guide you to identify the RESULTS you've achieved, the SOLUTIONS you provide at work and guide you to create a powerful POSITIONING STATEMENT for your LinkedIn Profile and Resumé.  The link to download this gift is below. 

CORPORATE TRAINING: Would your colleagues in your organisation benefit from career development training face-to-face or via webinar?  

Let’s have an exploratory chat about your needs.  Go to https://www.janejacksoncoach.com  and book in for a chat. I’d love to speak with you! 

CAREER SUPPORT: Do you want to make a career change or land that promotion you know you deserve?   

For ON DEMAND  career support when you need it, my CAREER SUCCESS PROGRAM will ensure you successfully manage and grow your career.  

Take control of your career and make things happen your way.  

Until next time stay well and be happy!

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Link to FREE download: 

Accomplishment Identification Exercise and Profile Summary Template https://www.thecareersacademy.online/page/251978-accomplishment-templates

Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. 

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Dr John Demartini is an internationally published author, a global educator and the founder of the Demartini Method, a revolutionary tool in modern psychology.  It is a huge pleasure to welcome Dr Demartini to YOUR CAREER Podcast and in this very special episode he shares valuable insights into how we can live our best life and what it truly means to be a citizen of the world. 

"The Universe is my playground. The World is my Home. Every Country is a room in the house, and every City is a platform on which I get to share my heart and soul"
- Dr John Demartini

Dr Demartini was selected as Top Human Behaviour Specialist of the Year by the IAOTP for his outstanding leadership and commitment to the profession. 

As an educator he travels full time around the world addressing both public and professional audiences in media, talks, seminars and consultations where he teaches people self- governance and how to develop their leadership and empowerment in all areas of their lives. 

His education curriculum ranges from personal growth seminars to corporate empowerment programs. Dr Demartini shares life, business, financial, relationship and leadership empowerment strategies and empowerment tools that have stood the test of time.

He is the author of over 40 self-development books including the best-seller "The Breakthrough Experience" and his new global release, the "Values Factor." 

Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. 

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It is my pleasure to introduce Australian SEO Expert, Nici Bickley who is dedicated to helping small businesses to grow through effective SEO and digital/social media strategies.

Before we dive into our interview, here is some important information for you.

If you are reassessing your career or thinking about looking for a new job, check out my career support resources and download my SMART Goals and Weekly Tasks action plan 

Here is the link to The Careers Academy which is your one-stop career management and outplacement solution to help you create a meaningful and rewarding career, and learn HOW TO GET to where you want to be.  

Now let’s be inspired by our latest guest Nici Bickley, her career journey and how she makes SEO simple for businesses that are poised for exponential growth.

Nici Bickley is a self-proclaimed software nerd with an addiction to learning.

With over 20 years in the corporate arena working for a software company, she climbed to the top levels of management experiencing company growth from 4 staff to over 500, company takeovers, venture capital investment and finally the company sale before becoming an entrepreneur.

Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. 

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Do you know what you truly want from your career and your life? Not what you think you should want, or what looks good on paper, but what genuinely matters to you deep down?

Why This Episode Hits Hard for Career Changers

This conversation was recorded in late 2021, as the world was emerging from two years of Covid lockdowns. That period was a turning point for so many mid-career professionals, a forced pause that made us ask the questions we'd been too busy to face: “Am I doing work that actually means something to me? Is this the life I want?”

What Makes You Tick in Your Career? Start Here

Before you update your resume or start scrolling job boards, it pays to do the inner work first. In this episode, we explore how to honestly assess what matters most to you, across all areas of life, not just your career.

Ask yourself which of these genuinely light you up:

• Quality family time, Meaningful friendships
• Time for yourself
• Being kind and present with others, Caring for your community
• Work that feels purposeful and worthwhile
• Passions and activities outside of work
• Simple pleasures, Space to breathe and just be
• Gratitude for being alive and knowing that you matter

By getting honest about your answers is where career clarity begins.

Why Career Clarity Comes Before Career Action

So many professionals jump straight to tactics: job applications, networking events, LinkedIn updates, and ‘busy-ness’ before they've done the foundational work of understanding what they actually want. 

This episode walks you through a values-based approach to career reflection that helps you cut through the noise and get to what really drives you, so your next mid-career transition is a step forward, not just a lateral shuffle in disguise.

Explore what's possible for your career, work with a career coach who specialises in mid-career transitions. Having the right support makes all the difference.

Not sure where to start? Book an exploratory chat with Jane 

Career Resources Mentioned in This Episode

🎯 Career Clarity Pack A deep-dive assessment to help you understand exactly where you stand in your career right now. Get it for 50% off with the promo code VIP45 at checkout.

📓 Career Reflections Journal A powerful starting point for your career journey. Download for just A$9

Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. 

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When it comes to reinventing your career, the only way to do so successfully is to start from a solid foundation of self-awareness and clarity of purpose.

With The Great Resignation a hot topic of discussion this year due to the effects of Covid, before making a major change it is essential to take the time to pause, reflect and consider what is really important in your life and career.  For help visit https://www.janejacksoncoach.com 

Thank you for joining me to listen to my latest episode of Your Career Podcast, and I hope that each episode brings you an additional spark of inspiration.

My special guest today is Helen Mac who has successfully reinvented her career and now runs her own consulting business helping businesses to optimise their outcomes. 

With clarity of purpose, she has reinvented her lifestyle, her relationship and her business.

If YOU want clarity of purpose, visit The Careers Academy https://www.thecareersacadey.online where you can download a number of valuable and free career support resources to set you well on your way!

I can recommend my Career Clarity Pack which helps you to identify your values, your motivators and de-motivators, skills, knowledge and transferrable skills as well as the legacy that you would like to leave as a result of your beautiful time on this earth.

Now, let’s find out about this lovely and talented lady:

Helen Mac brings decades of experience to her work with business owners and organisations. She’s passionate about showing her customers how to get the “best possible” results from their businesses and their teams.  An expert in optimising outcomes, Helen combines practical Psychology with business acumen, creating a nimble and flexible approach to increase business success.   

Her journey has been a varied one, from Recruitment both in-house and as a consultant, through Human Resources to roles in Customer Service. She has run a National Training Business for the last 20+ years, as well as her own business development consultancy.   Along the way, she became a Certified Speaking Professional and is a Past National President of the Professional Speakers Australia, 

As a business coach & professional speaker, Helen has worked with micro to corporate businesses around the Asia Pacific region including General Motors, ANZ Bank, Microsoft, Ericsson, GE Capital, Hewlett Packard and Tupperware.   

In the past decade, she has reinvented her lifestyle, her relationship, her business… and The Great Trentham Spudfest to name a few of her successes! 

Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. 

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The Great Resignation and #ThisLittleGirlIsMe  
Wow – 222 episodes already!  For those of you who know me, I’m half Cantonese and half English (born in Malaysia) and so the number 2 sounds like the word ‘easy’ in Cantonese.  

I have to say, getting to 222 episodes hasn’t been EASY, but it has been a lot of fun and fuelled by my passion for providing inspiration to you for your career success.

I’ve two things I’d like to chat about with you today – The Great Resignation which is sweeping the world of employment, and a wonderful movement with the hashtag #THISLITTLEGIRLISME.

Below are the links I promised you in this episode so you can register for my next webinar and also the link to my full story.

** Update - the 11 October event is now over but you can download many [free] career support resources at https://www.thecareersacademy.online and https://www.janejacksoncoach.com 

1.     Register for my 11 Oct 12pm [AEST] Zoom webinar on The Great Resignation and Career Clarity https://www.bit.ly/zoom11oct

2.     Link to my article about #ThisLittleGirlIsMe https://janejacksoncoach.com/this-little-girl-is-me/ 

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Have you ever wondered why people change careers? Did you have a dream career when you were young? If you did, what happened to that dream?

I always ask my podcast guests what their early career aspirations were when they were a little boy or girl?  We’ve had some really interesting answers and for a few of my guests, they actually realised those childhood career dreams.

Interestingly, according to a recent Flex Jobs Survey, only 10% of adults work in their childhood dream career.

How have your dreams and career aspirations changed over the years and where are you now?

• Are you satisfied?
• Do you wake up each morning with a spring in your step, looking forward to all you will accomplish professionally?
• Are you eager to work with your team, in person or remotely?
• Do you admire and/or respect your manager?
• Does your physical work environment make you feel energised and inspired?

Over the past 20 years as a career coach, almost all the clients I’ve worked with have come to me because they have said, ‘No’ to most of those questions above.

And most of them have come to me not because they decided to do something about that situation of their own volition, but because they went through redundancy or had lost their job and had to get professional support.

When I ask how they felt about the redundancy, many have said they’d been unhappy for years however didn’t do anything about it as they were afraid to make a change. Or they didn’t know where to go to get support.

Don’t you think life is too short to be unhappy? Or to feel unfulfilled?

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Jeff Young is #TheLinkedInGuru.  For the past 13 years Jeff has been helping the global community to understand how to use LinkedIn as a powerful networking tool – by developing genuine relationships.  

I met Jeff on LinkedIn (of course!) as I was drawn to his warm and engaging style of posts.  When I discovered what a fascinating life he's led having made some amazing career changes and career reinventions, I knew I had to interview him for Your Career Podcast.

Before I share this wonderful interview with Jeff, if you are finding things a challenge in your own career and want professional career transition and career development support to create the career you know you deserve, find all you need in the CAREER SUCCESS PROGRAM at www.janejacksoncoach.com/academy

Now let’s introduce my very special guest, Jeff Young!

Prior to becoming The LinkedIn Guru, Jeff’s career took an interesting journey from project management to IT consulting and then human resources.  

He discovered that his unique technical and people skills were highly valued as the Director and Account Manager with Intellinex, an eLearning venture of Ernst & Young, where he lead and mentored thousands of professionals across numerous organisations.  

Upon retirement, Jeff knew that he was not ready for ‘retirement’ as most people know it. He began a new chapter of his life providing valuable volunteering work as teacher on all things LinkedIn for relationship development.  

He has been called #TheLinkedInGuru and he now regularly trains professionals on how to harness LinkedIn to network effectively.

Hailing from Columbus, Ohio, Jeff travelled the world in his corporate career, working 70-80 hours per week.  

Now, in his chosen field as a teacher of LinkedIn, he has created the ideal ‘second career’ with the wonderful balance of ‘work’ (he doesn’t think of it as work as he has found his ‘why’), relationship development, friends and family. 

Jeff is part of Shelly Elsliger’s #decidetobekind club (of which I am also a member) and together they encourage all to share kindness and support across the LinkedIn platform.

Listen to this fascinating story from a warm and wonderful gentleman who loves to connect over a coffee, a conversation or chocolate! 

Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. 

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Mental health has been of huge concern during Covid-19 due to the challenges this has posed globally since the virus began to spread from China at the end of 2019. According to the Australian Institute of Health and Wellbeing, statistics have shown that in April 2021:

• Almost 82,000 calls were made to Lifeline, an 18.4% increase from the same period in 2019. 
• Kids Helpline received almost 26,000 answerable contact attempts, a 10.5% increase from 2019. 
• Over 22,000 contacts were made to Beyond Blue, a 30.7% increase from that period in 2019.In this episode of Your Career Podcast, I interview Anne Riches who, after a lifetime of dealing with mental ill health while forging her successful career, is hugely passionate about mental health at work. 

In this episode of Your Career Podcast, I interview Anne Riches who, after a lifetime of dealing with mental ill health while forging her successful career, is hugely passionate about mental health at work.

Anne  is deeply aware of the powerful impact that talking openly about mental health has for those coping with these issues and for anyone who supports someone with a mental health challenge.

A lawyer by background, Anne is an award-winning international speaker and educator on change leadership and workplace mental health.

Anne says that the curious thing now is that she used to guide organisations in change like a mergers or restructure. Now the major organisational change focus is: how can we be an open, safe and supportive mentally healthy workplace?

While she thrives on her work, Anne says that the best part of her life is scuba diving and hiking in remote places. Great for the body and better still for the mind!

Anne’s presentations are described as: relatable, honest, purposeful, kind and funny.

If you need support and help to manage stress and build resilience during Covid, start my ‘How to Manage Stress’ online program [for free] today.

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Gunnar Habitz is a Social Selling Advocate dedicated to advancing digital and social media as the highest performing customer engagement channel. Gunnar shares his story with Jane Jackson, Australia based Career Coach and LinkedIn Top Voice 2020, in episode 218 of Your Career Podcast.

From Daimler in Germany and HP in Switzerland to Hootsuite in Australia, Gunnar is now the  Senior Partner & Alliance Manager APAC for Hootsuite.

He is passionate about the transformation of modern workplaces to embrace new ways of collaboration. Cloud based tools, mobility and Artificial Intelligence enable these trends. Gunnar consults with, and guides, his audience as a trusted advisor along the change journey, to prepare for a connected tomorrow.
 
 Gunnar Habitz says the Australian ICT industry is unique: it is an ideal test market for new technologies and services. He moved to Sydney in 2016 to apply his 20 years of European ICT industry experience to the Aussie cloud and software business combining sales and marketing activities.  And what fascinating career and personal transitions they have been!

So how does one make these country, job function and industry changes? Gunnar has an innovative and exceptionally pro-active approach to making a career change, expanding his network effectively, leveraging social to build his personal brand and much more...

Listen to this fascinating episode that takes you from Europe to Asia Pacific and multiple career reinventions. Gunnar will inspire you with his story!

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Hello and welcome back on this Sunny Sydney Saturday.  It’s time for me to share with you some of the exciting new 2021 LinkedIn features that have rolled out for job seekers and all who wish to build their personal brand on LinkedIn.  As my past 4 podcast episodes have featured interviews with some really interesting professionals and now it’s time to get back to providing advice to help you boost your career!

The last 4 episodes have featured the amazing Cayla Dengate in ep 213, LinkedIn News Editor in Australia, Kevin D Turner in ep 214, the US based brand strategist extraordinaire, Ram Castillo in ep 215, host of the Giant Thinkers podcast and talented design director, and the wonderful Phil Strasser in ep 216, author of Your Meat Mate cook book, talented chef and entrepreneur.

I discussed some of the new LinkedIn features for Job Seekers in 2020 (ep 204) which included:

1.     The Voice Pronunciation feature

2.     The Resume Builder feature

3.     The Job Interview Preparation feature and

4.     The “Open to Work” banner feature

Did you try any of them out? I’d love to know what you think, so share your comments below.

Since June 2020, the LinkedIn product managers have been super busy creating even more amazing features for 2021, and updating existing features for the better. Today I cover:

1.     The extended number of characters in posts you share

2.     LinkedIn Live streaming to your profile banner

3.     The Cover Story video intro feature

4.     And Creator Mode and what that means for YOU

Here is the LINK to my LinkedIn article on the 2021 new LinkedIn features with videos and images to explain in even greater detail.

Are you a Job Seeker? If yes, join me in my group coaching call on Monday 14th June at 8pm (Sydney time).  I’ll be covering How to Work with Recruiters, what recruiters are REALLY looking for and also how to ensure your resume gets past the Applicant Tracking System. 

Here's the link to register on Eventbrite – it’s an online event on the 14th June. If you miss this one, you’ll find me EVERY 2nd Monday evening of each month delivering group coaching calls to help you in your job search and also to advance in

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Phil Strasser has dedicated his life to perfecting the art of cooking meat.  He is known as The Meat Guy and is the author of Your Meat Mate.  Featured on The Morning Show on Channel 7 [twice] with his demonstration on how to cook sirloin steak and skirt steak, Phil certainly knows a thing or two about meat! To watch and also hear the sizzle of the steaks, click the links at the end of this bio.   

There is nothing Phil Strasser does not know about meat; from identifying the different cuts of meat, to choosing the best cut for different occasions and cooking each cut to perfection.  Phil also creates mouth-watering marinades, sauces and dressings to complement his meals.  As Phil says, “Sauces make the meals, dressings make the salads.”

This is the first time I have the honour of having a Chef on Your Career Podcast and I’m delighted to share with you Phil Strasser’s interview about his culinary career journey and what fuels his passion for cooking.

In this interview enjoy listening to the joys [and challenges] of working in a commercial kitchen, being a home chef and running your own food business.  We also chat about different recipes and our conversation will get your mouth watering.

I first met Phil 10 years ago when he came to me as a client to grow his food business.  10 years on, when Covid hit the industry hard, we reconnected as it was time for him to leverage his reputation as “the meat guy” into a new role.  Having made a successful career transition, Phil now is the creator of the delicious pies at Craig Cook – The Natural Butcher and continues to creatively tantalise our tastebuds with his culinary talents.

Get the book:  Your Meat Mate

Follow Phil on Facebook 

 Watch The Morning Show on 7: How to cook skirt steak with Phil Strasser 

Watch The Morning Show on 7: How to cook sirloin steak with Phil Strasser

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Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. 

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Ram Castillo is a Design Director, two-time Author, Speaker, CreativeLive Instructor, Decision-making Coach and Approved Advisor based in Sydney.  It's an honour to have Ram share his career journey on Your Career Podcast.

Ram's current focus is to help business owners, entrepreneurs, leaders and organisations get unstuck, lightning fast through coaching, consulting and advisory. He specialises in digital spaces, human centred design, branding and creative strategy.

For 16 years Ram has been working for global agencies including Ogilvy & Mather, DDB, JWT, McCann and Saatchi & Saatchi on clients such as Audi, McDonald’s, Qantas, Telstra, Google, AMEX, CBA, Toyota and The Louis Vuitton Group.

He's been featured in Apple, news.com.au, GE, Communication Arts, HOW magazine, CreativeLive, Herman Miller, VIVID festival and The American Institute of Design.

Some may know Ram from his Podcast; Giant Thinkers – which has hit #3 on iTunes in over 5 countries and currently has 250,000 active listeners.

Previous interviews include Kelly Slater, Naomi Simson, Janine Allis, Reynold Poernomo, Stephanie Rice, Jules Lund, Chase Jarvis, Kevin O’Leary, Prince Ea, Lewis Howes and Debbie Millman.

His podcast is part of an initiative to provide advice for designers and creatives to navigate towards their desired outcomes via GiantThinkers.com

If you want to create a career that will be satisfying and rewarding too, visit JaneJacksonCoach.com

Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. 

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Kevin D Turner is the Managing Partner of TNT Brand Strategist.  He is a technology and business focused organisational and personal brand builder with deep expertise in visioning, communications, culture building and creating disruptive advantages.  Kevin has a fascinating career journey that he generously shares with Jane Jackson on Your Career Podcast.

With a proven proficiency in analysing, planning and executing strategic and tactical successes, Kevin is recognised for insightful talent development and cultivating high-performance teams globally.  He profitably manages, brands and grows organisations and does this within a broad range of business and nonprofit environments. 

Some of Kevin’s impressive accomplishments include:
 
🔘 Developing and leading remote teams of 65+ Sales & Marketing professionals
 🔘 Marketing and selling US$550M+ domestically and into 140 Countries
 🔘 Created, hired and managed 4 domestic and foreign offices
 🔘 Crowd sourced and fund raised US$25.3M
 🔘 Managed a full P&L of $352M
 
 With a philosophy forged in triple bottom line (3PL) "People, Planet & Profit" coupled with keen business acumen and a personal resolve to change the world, Kevin has held leadership roles with SONY, Stone VC, Thomas Nelson, TurneRRounD, American Teachers, American Heart Association, & TNT Brand Strategist.

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Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. 

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LinkedIn News Editor, Cayla Dengate joins Jane Jackson on Your Career Podcast to discuss her fascinating career journey and all things LinkedIn.

Based in Australia, Cayla is a journalist with a passport full of stamps, passionate about looking beyond the breaking news cycle.  She has lived and worked in the Philippines & an Aboriginal community, and loves using new tools to share stories - especially when it relates to travel, science, health and the environment.

Cayla's career highlights include interviewing people of influence from former Prime Minister Kevin Rudd right through to Snoop Dog, travelling on assignment to Fiji after Cyclone Winston and producing travel journalism about active volcanoes, camelback treks and shark dives.

Of course you can find Cayla on LinkedIn!

Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. 

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A SUCCESS MINDSET:  To be successful in your job search, you need a SUCCESS Mindset. Of course you may experience these challenges 👇👇👇

😬 Recruiters may say you are over qualified or under qualified for the role you really want and know you can do

😬 There will be no response to some of your applications

😬 There will be times when you ask for feedback after an interview but you don't get anything helpful - or you're ignored

😬 There will be a lot of waiting and wishing the process would go faster

😬 You will feel anxious, you may feel confused and you may be fed up

All this can affect your mindset. So what can you do about it? I conducted a group coaching call for members of The Careers Academy on this topic and I'm sharing a few pointers from my coaching session with you today to give you food for thought.

Download the pdf in my show notes at www.janejacksoncoach.com/podcast and click the links embedded in the pdf for additional support.

What do YOU do to create a #SUCCESS mindset? If you've overcome major challenges, pop your comments under my show notes to inspire others!

Check out The Careers Academy where you can download more of my [free] resources to support.

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Simon Banks is an author and international speaker on creativity and innovation and a recovering artist.  He describes his geek out spot as the intersection of creativity and design, learning, people and passion.

His Big Why?  To build a more creative world to enable people and business to thrive in the Modern Age.  Simon shares his successful career change journey on YOUR CAREER Podcast with Jane Jackson – be inspired to take control of your career too!

Download Simon's editable Day Planner here

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To discuss Your Career journey in real time,  join Jane on Clubhouse on Mondays at 7pm (AEST) and find out how you can create a career that you'll truly love.  Follow Jane on Clubhouse @janejackson 

Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. 

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Get clear on what you REALLY want in your career.  Are you asking yourself, "What is the right career for me?"  Or do you feel stuck in your current situation? Has your role been made redundant, are you in-between jobs or do you just want a change?

If you just don't know what to think right now, then this episode guides you with the steps you must take to get career clarity today.

To download a number of career support resources to help you to make the right decision in your career, and especially in the coming year, click here and you will find a wealth of professional support options - articles, podcast episodes, downloadable checklists and also a [free] Career Clarity Webinar you can attend today!

Whether you are thinking about making a career change, have joined The Great Resignation and now wondering what to do next, this episode will guide you - and get all the support you need via my website at www.janejacksoncoach.com

I also tell you about the new digital platform called CLUBHOUSE where we can get to know each other in REAL-TIME.  If you love podcasts, then you will love Clubhouse as it’s like podcasting meets talk-back radio.

It’s AUDIO ONLY so you won’t get what we’ve all experienced during Covid, Zoom fatigue.  No need to dress up (or worry about how you look) – you can be exercising, walking the dog, doing the ironing or working on your computer and still be part of the conversation.  As long as you have an iPhone (Clubhouse will be opening up to Android users in March they say).  

Click here to sign up for Clubhouse  You need an iPhone or iPad to join (android users will be included by March 2021).  Download the app and secure an invitation from someone who is already on Clubhouse and has your mobile number.

Social Media Examiner article on How to Get Started on Clubhouse

Let's get your career on track together!

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Hannah Morgan is the Founder of CareerSherpa.net   A warm and wonderful human being and career coach, it is an honour to interview her on YOUR CAREER Podcast.  

Hannah is a  job search strategist, one of LinkedIn's Top Voices in Job Search and Careers and a nationally recognized author and speaker on job search strategies.   

She founded CareerSherpa.net to combine her career expertise with her love of writing, speaking and social media. 

Her mission is to educate professionals on how to manoeuvre through today’s job search process. 

Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. 

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How often do you listen when someone talks to you? I mean REALLY LISTEN to what is being said? Too often we listen to respond rather than listen to understand and that’s what this episode of YOUR CAREER Podcast is all about.  

Oscar Trimboli is the author of Deep Listening and is on a mission to create 100 million Deep Listeners around the world.

“We speak between 125 and 175 word per minute, yet we can listen to 400 words per minute.  That means that no matter how fast they speak, your mind can process three to four times more words.  It’s this gap that causes you to drift off and be distracted when listening.”

Host of his award-winning podcast, “Deep Listening” and a popular keynote speaker, Oscar is passionate about using the gift of listening to create greater understanding, positive change and a stronger global community.

What are the conversations you are not listening to?

Oscar works with chairs, boards of directors and executive teams in local, regional and global organisations, and has experienced firsthand the transformational impact when leaders listen beyond the world they hear. 

Oscar has worked with organisations including Cisco, Google, HSBC, News Corp, PayPal, Qantas, TripAdvisor helping executives and their teams to not only listen to what’s said by their customers and employees but what is unsaid.

Find out about Oscar’s career journey, how he handles change and how deep listening has helped his consulting business grow.

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Eleni Endt is a talented Media Sales leader with 19 years of experience leading advertising sales teams in the Australian and UK media industry. 

With expertise in Sales Leadership & Training, Digital Strategy, Marketing Management, Publishing, TV, Content partnerships and Radio Advertising Eleni is well placed to help her clients grow their business.

 Eleni has recently taken the plunge into self-employment after Covid19 lead to am unexpected redundancy.  She explains the emotional roller coaster of change in her LinkedIn article which explains how redundancy was a blessing in disguise and ‘the best thing that ever happened to me’.  

In her new life in self employment, she helps her clients get the best possible outcomes from their Search Marketing (SEO/SEM/Facebook/Google Shopping & more) because above all else, clients who work with her know that she is so dedicated she works her fingers to the bone to make sure she delivers the best campaigns.
 
 Eleni is also a proud mum of two boys & lives by the work hard & play hard rule in all aspects of her life.   Find out how she overcame redundancy to triumph as a media sales leader, running her own book, all while being a devoted mother, wife and daughter too.  She explains the challenges and how she is able to overcome them to reinvent her career.

Where to find Eleni:

Search Rescue

LinkedIn

Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. 

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Episode 206 is the final episode of 2020.  This time last year I flew from London to Sydney after spending 5 weeks with my daughter and her husband who live in London. During that time I welcomed the birth of my beautiful grandson.

Fast forward one year and what we took for granted – being with family whenever we wish, international and local travel, going to restaurants, group celebrations, being surrounded by people without feeling wary of every cough and sneeze, dancing, singing and simply ‘being’ – has completely changed.

“The Only Constant is Change”

There have been many very sad stories, and there have been incredible stories of courage, grit and love too. Let's focus on the positive, the hope, and the practical actions we can take to make 2021 a better year.

Job seekers have a choice, even during Covid lockdown as to what they cand do. 

Take a break, clear your head, and focus on your physical and mental health and kickstart the job search campaign in the new year, or combine these essential self-care measures with a combination of job search preparation activities so you'll hit the ground running in 2021.

Even though there are fewer open roles at this time of year, due to the season and also due to Covid-19, the hiring process has NOT completely ground to a halt.

Currently there are 126,438 open jobs advertised on Seek in Australia.

Maybe taking a well-deserved break will be just what’s required to put you in the right frame of mind to hit the job search process again in the New Year.

If you prefer to keep the job search preparation momentum going, I make 5 suggestions on what you can do in this episode.

Here are the links I mention in episode 206:

Get Stuff Done Accountability Group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/getstuffdoneaccountability

Top 3 Tips for a Stand Out LinkedIn Profile
https://janejacksoncoach.com/11-linkedin-top-3-tips/

LinkedIn for career success this Online Program
(apply this code to get a very special price: MAKEMYDAY) 
https://www.thecareersacademy.online/purchase/86749-LINKEDIN-FOR-CAREER-SUCCESS

 Navigating Career Crossroads book
https://www.janejacksoncoach.com/book

Meditations
https://www.janejacksoncoach.com/meditation

If you need more support please visit www.janejacksoncoach.com

Until next time, stay safe, stay well and my best wishes for the holiday season to you and your family.  Happy New Year!

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Natasha Hawker is the Managing Director of Employee Matters. 

With a fascinating background in finance with companies including Westpac, Fuji International Finance and BZW she transitioned into recruitment and then on to Human Resources roles within global management consulting firms before setting up her own HR business.

Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. 

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