Finding Brave

By: Kathy Caprino
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  • Finding Brave with Kathy Caprino helps listeners access the courage they need to honor their true passions, talents, and values in life and work, and leverage them for more success and happiness. Listen in as Kathy and her inspiring, top-level guests share a wealth of strategies and tips for building a braver, more rewarding life and career.
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  • 295: The 5 Biggest Blunders Career Changers Make

    295: The 5 Biggest Blunders Career Changers Make
    Nov 14 2024
    Thank you for listening to our Finding Brave show, ranked in the Top 100 Apple Career Podcasts! Please note: This is an updated re-release of Episode #197. “What you want to understand is that before you leap you need to take action to address what is making you so miserable. If you don’t do that, you are going to wake up two years later in the new career and you’re going to be having the same problems.” – Kathy Caprino I’m very excited to share this solo episode which is my “Editor’s Choice” for this week - one of the most downloaded episodes over the six years of producing this podcast. Today’s show shares important content and advice for professionals from all levels and industries who are ready to make an important career shift but want guidance on how to do it successfully, reducing risk and wasted time. In this episode, I share what I’ve seen are the 5 biggest blunders career changers make, and I have to admit that I have made each one of these mistakes myself, which is why I can speak to how easily they can happen if we’re not aware of them and or we’re not making the right decisions and choices. These blunders are costly, painful and take a tremendous toll on your self-esteem, confidence, and your hopes and visions for the future. And they can hurt your finances, personal relationships, mental and physical health and more. But there is a way to avoid these career change mistakes, and it starts with remembering that you are an amazing individual with many important gifts, talents and capabilities to share and gaining clarity on exactly what those are. The question is how to get on the path to leveraging these talents and abilities in new ways that authentically fit with who you really are, and what you want for your life, and for your family and your livelihood. Listen in for a full look at how to avoid the 5 biggest career change blunders and stay to the end as I reveal the 5 essential steps to take when you want change of any kind, in your career and in any area of your life. As always, thank you for listening, and please let me know if the information I share today helps you navigate these particularly challenging and ever-changing times we find ourselves in right now. Highlights from this Episode: What is “The Pendulum Effect” that creates havoc in our careers, and examples of the ways that I and others have suffered from it [4:20]Why I believe that this is such a common mistake people make, and what to understand before you decide to make a career change [7:50]Why it’s essential to have sound financial transition plan in place before you pivot or change careers [10:50]How having a firm understanding of (and physically “trying on”) the actual work and tasks you’ll be engaged in in the new career will benefit you in the long run [12:30]Why doing functional tasks and work you enjoy is not enough to bring you career happiness and success if you can’t support the strategies, tactics and values of your company and work culture [15:10]Examples of times that I didn’t “dig deep enough” to understand what I really wanted and needed in my own career, and why I want you to avoid this costly blunder [16:46]How the trap of believing that success will be instant and automatic for you will be detrimental to you and your career journey [22:47]A powerful 5-step process to engage in if you wish to make any type of significant change in your career (and life) [27:27] For More Information: https://kathycaprino.com/ and https://kathycaprino.com/career-help https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathycaprino https://www.facebook.com/ElliaCommunications https://twitter.com/kathycaprino https://www.instagram.com/kathycaprino/ Resources Mentioned: Kathy’s Career Path Self-Assessment survey AND COMING SOON! Kathy’s new Digital “Kathy AI” clone” - available through Delphi.ai! Wish you had a digital AI career guide and mentor who could answer your career questions whenever you needed support, 24/7? I’ve got just the thing! Stay tuned for the launch of Kathy’s new “Kathy AI” digital career coach platform via Delphi.ai where you can ask (in writing or via audio chat) your most burning career, professional growth and leadership questions and get immediate, on-the-spot tips and answers from Kathy’s AI knowledge hub. Kathy’s AI hub has been trained with over 2.5 million words from her 1,000+ articles, 2 books, many media interviews, over over 295 podcast episodes, webinars, interviews with over 300 experts and more. Stay tuned and I hope you find this new offering helpful! READY TO JUMPSTART YOUR JOB SEARCH AND LAND YOUR IDEAL ROLE IN 2025? Is your job search or interview process stalling (or about to start and you're unsure where to begin)? Let’s get you on track! Join my new, 3-session private career coaching program - Jumpstart Your Job Search Success. This program is designed to give you the clarity, confidence, and tools to move quickly ...
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    34 mins
  • 294: This is Strategy: Think Bigger, Act Bolder, and Make Your Impact

    294: This is Strategy: Think Bigger, Act Bolder, and Make Your Impact
    Oct 31 2024
    Feeling frustrated with the results of quick fixes and short-term thinking? Ready to create a bold, lasting positive impact but feel trapped in outdated approaches and systems? This is the episode for you! Today, we’re joined by the visionary Seth Godin, a globally renowned entrepreneur, bestselling author, sought-after speaker, and marketing expert known for his game-changing ideas in business and leadership. With 23 bestselling books translated into more than 30 languages, including breakthrough books like Unleashing the Ideavirus and This is Marketing and his latest release, This is Strategy, Seth pushes the boundaries of conventional wisdom, offering insights for thinking bigger, anticipating change, and creating real impact in an unpredictable world. In his new book, Seth challenges readers to shift from reactive tactics to proactive strategy and provides a roadmap for navigating complexity and achieving long-term success. Join us as we unpack key concepts like the importance of empathy in business, the need to adapt to technological shifts, and how understanding invisible systems can unlock new opportunities. With over a million subscribers to his daily blog, Seth continues to inspire change on a global scale. Be sure to tune in for a dynamic conversation packed with actionable advice on how to thrive in an ever-evolving landscape. You’ll leave ready to think strategically, act boldly, and make your mark! Key Highlights From This Episode: The critical difference between strategy and tactics in a world that pushes compliance. [05:51]Empathy as one of the four components of strategy and why it's so important. [09:10]Why adaptability is key to success, particularly in industries disrupted by technology. [11:17]Your origin story and how transformation happens when you challenge old narratives. [16:18]How marketing has shifted from hype to building real connections and driving change. [19:11]The power of meeting with like-minded individuals to discuss strategy, not tactics. [21:10]Recognizing and navigating the systems that drive industries and consumer behavior. [25:42]Four threads of strategy: Systems, Games, Time, and Empathy. [28:55]Creating the necessary conditions today for a resilient system to be born tomorrow. [31:19] For More Information: Seth Godin Seth’s Blog Seth Godin Books This Is Strategy: Make Better Plans Seth Godin on LinkedIn Seth Godin on Facebook Seth Godin on X Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Read Kathy’s Forbes.com interview with Seth, ‘Seth Godin: What Is Strategy And Why We So Often Get It Wrong’ Find additional links, videos, and other bonus content related to Seth’s #1 bestselling book, This is Strategy, here! ——————— IS IT FINALLY TIME FOR A TRUE SHIFT IN YOUR CAREER AND LEADERSHIP? Do you feel ready and excited to make the essential changes you’ve been longing for in your career but need some empowering support to begin? That help is here! Join me as I coach and guide you through powerful, proven steps that unlock your fullest and happiest career potential. For a limited time, take advantage of my 10% discount for you, my amazing Finding Brave listeners. Save 10% on both my top-rated one-on-one 6-session Career & Leadership Breakthrough coaching program AND my Most Powerful You video training course that will help you close the 7 most damaging power and confidence gaps that are blocking thousands of professionals from the success, reward, and impact they want and deserve. You can participate in both of these programs from the comfort of your own home, at your own pace. Now’s the time. Don’t wait! Build the career you’ve been longing for this year. I’d love to help you. REGISTER NOW and use the 10% discount code BRAVEPOD10 to save 10% on these programs TODAY! Career & Leadership Breakthrough 6-session Program Build Your Confidence, Impact and Self-Esteem At Work The Most Powerful You Self-Paced Video Training Program ——————— What FREE career support? Make sure to join me on my next FREE career coaching call in my monthly series “Ask Coach Kathy.” In this program, registrants are invited to come on a 45-minute LIVE Zoom call and share their most pressing career challenge or problem that they want help with, and I will give you my best advice right on the call, for free! No question is too large or too small, and it can be about any type of professional issue you’re having. I’d love to help you. It’s time to get some outside support and move forward forward fast. Sign up at kathycaprino.com/ask-coach-kathy and I’ll see you on the next call. ——————— Order Kathy’s book The Most Powerful You today (currently in the Top 200 Amazon “Women in Business” Bestsellers! If you enjoy the book, we’d so appreciate your giving the book a positive rating and review on Amazon! And check out Kathy’s digital companion course The Most Powerful You, to help you close the 7 most ...
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    35 mins
  • 293: 5 Biggest Resume Mistakes and How To Avoid Them

    293: 5 Biggest Resume Mistakes and How To Avoid Them
    Oct 17 2024
    Does your resume tell the best and most compelling version of your professional accomplishments and story? Joining our show today is top-ranked Executive Resume Writer and Coach, Sarah Johnston, founder of the Briefcase Coach. Sarah is recognized as a LinkedIn “Top Voice” and named one of HR Weekly’s Top 100 Most Influential People in HR and her firm was rated “best” for experienced executives by Balance Careers. A former corporate recruiter and industry insider, Sarah is committed to empowering high-achieving professionals around the world in their job search. During this candid, revealing conversation, Sarah shares her hard-earned wisdom on the biggest mistakes she sees people making when crafting their resumes, and what you can do instead. Sarah also shares insights on how resume content should differ from our LinkedIn profiles and the most common resume and LinkedIn mistakes she's encountered. We discuss why relying solely on keywords isn't enough, how networking is evolving, how to effectively disclose gaps in our work experience, and the limitations (and also helpful aspects) of generative AI tools in resume writing. Finally, Sarah shares how she strikes a key balance between personal and professional identities and sharing on a public platform. Join us today to learn how to craft the most compelling narratives of your work and career journey and great new ways to uplevel your resume and LinkedIn profile today! Key Points From This Episode: Meet Sarah Johnston, Executive Resume Writer and Coach. [02:33]Making a distinction between resume content and a LinkedIn profile. [05:14]The two biggest resume mistakes that people make and how to counteract them. [10:06]Establishing whether or not to share your ‘dirty little secret’ when writing a resume. [17:44]How to approach keywords and leverage the power of networking. [21:26]Sarah’s thoughts on using AI tools to get a headstart on writing your resume. [30:16]Two of the biggest mistakes Sarah sees people making on LinkedIn. [34:42]Balancing personal and professional identities and when to communicate a stance. [38:40]Sarah’s closing advice: don’t skip the self-reflection piece of finding a job. [41:20] For More Information: Follow Sarah Johnston on LinkedIn. Learn more about her services as the Briefcase Coach. Follow Sarah on X. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Julie Robinett’s Book, How to Be a Power ConnectorGreenhouse applicant tracking software Zoho Recruit talent acquisition solution Example: Kate’s Latest Book, Do Less: A Revolutionary Approach to Time and Energy Management for Busy Moms & Do Less Planner ——————— IS IT FINALLY TIME FOR A TRUE SHIFT IN YOUR CAREER AND LEADERSHIP? GET HANDS-ON HELP TODAY! Do you feel ready and excited to make the essential changes you’ve been longing for in your career but need some empowering support to begin? That help is here! Join me as I coach and guide you through powerful, proven steps that unlock your fullest and happiest career potential. For a limited time, take advantage of my 10% discount for you, my amazing Finding Brave listeners. Save 10% on both my top-rated one-on-one 6-session Career & Leadership Breakthrough coaching program AND my Most Powerful You video training course that will help you close the 7 most damaging power and confidence gaps that are blocking thousands of professionals from the success, reward, and impact they want and deserve. You can participate in both of these programs from the comfort of your own home, at your own pace. Now’s the time. Don’t wait! Build the career you’ve been longing for this year. I’d love to help you. REGISTER NOW and use the 10% discount code BRAVEPOD10 to save 10% on these programs TODAY! Links: Career & Leadership Breakthrough 6-session Program The Most Powerful You Self-Paced Video Training Program ——————— And Join Kathy’s FREE LIVE Monthly Career Advice Call - ASK COACH KATHY Hi friends! I wanted to make sure to invite you to join me on my next FREE LIVE career coaching call in my monthly series “Ask Coach Kathy.” In this program, registrants are invited to come on a 45-minute LIVE Zoom call and share their most pressing career challenge or problem that they want help with, and I will give you my best advice right on the call, for free. No question is too large or too small, and it can be about any type of professional issue you’re having. I’d love to help you! It’s time to get some outside support and move forward forward fast. Sign up at kathycaprino.com/ask-coach-kathy and I’ll see you on the next call. ——————— Order Kathy’s book The Most Powerful You today! In Australia and New Zealand, click here to order, elsewhere outside North America, click here, and in the UK, click here. If you enjoy the book, we’d so appreciate your giving the book a positive rating and review on Amazon! And check out Kathy’s digital ...
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    44 mins

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