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Secrets of the Career Game

Kendall Berg - That Career Coach
Networking
Leadership
Career Development
Work-Life Balance
Corporate Culture
Burnout
Career Advancement
Entrepreneurship
Self-Advocacy
Career Progression
Corporate Politics
Career Coaching
Time Management
Mental Health
Personal Branding
Executive Presence
Communication Skills
Soft Skills
Career Growth
Company Culture

Do you want to know a secret? The corporate world is a game: one laden with cleverly hidden and unspoken rules that most employees don't know they are playing. On this show, we help you peek behind the curtain to understand the corporate game and set yourself up for accelerate growth and progression.

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Most professionals think selling yourself at work means bragging. A career sales executive says that's exactly wrong. Kendall Berg sits down with her husband, David Berg, a sales executive with 13+ years at AT&T, to break down how to play the corpora... more

There is a very loud version of entrepreneurship online right now: quit the job, burn the safety net, go all in, and figure it out later. I get the appeal. I also think that advice can get expensive very quickly, especially when the business has not ... more

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I will be the first to admit I am pretty good at managing my time. But here is the part nobody wants to say out loud: you still cannot do everything.

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I know what it feels like to have a "productive" day that somehow leaves you completely disconnected from yourself. You made every meeting, answered every email, handled every priority, and then realized your own health never made it onto the calenda... more

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Recent Guests

Mike Shannon
Founder, Impruve; Shark Tank alum
Impruve
Episode: 141. Why Quitting Your Corporate Job Might Be the Worst Way to Start a Business with Mike Shannon
Dr. Shannon Burge
Executive wellness strategist; IFBB Pro figure athlete; founder of No Defeat
No Defeat
Episode: 139. You Keep Canceling on Yourself and Calling It Productivity with Dr. Shannon Burge
Lauren Kerr
Best-selling author, mom, high-performance coach
Independent entrepreneur; network marketing leadership advocate
Episode: 137. Stop Succeeding. Start Unbecoming. | Lauren Kerr on Feminine Leadership
Nicolette Hemingway
Career coach providing interview prep, resume writing, and related services; Amazon number one best-selling author
Episode: 135. You're Qualified But Still Getting Overlooked — Here's Why with Nicholette Hemingway
Irina Pozan
Career coach, former HR director
Career Cravings Podcast
Episode: 133. You're Not Bad at Interviews, You're Preparing the Wrong Way with Irina Posan
Lucy Space
Creator behind The Lucy Space, corporate working mom and financial lifestyle expert
The Lucy Space
Episode: 131. Everyone Looks Rich Online: The Spending Reset You Need | Lucy from The Lucy Space
Michelle Schaefer
Author of Cultivating Career Growth, Navigating Transitions with Purpose
Schaefer Coaching
Episode: 129. Don't Make a Career Pivot Until You Answer These 5 Questions with Michelle Schaefer
Leah Marone
A former Division 1 athlete and psychotherapist who specializes in corporate mental wellness.
Episode: 127. Why Your Team Waits for You: The Hidden Cost of Solving Every Problem with Leah Marone
Dr. Margie Warrell
A six-time best-selling author, leadership advisor, and keynote speaker focusing on courage and human behavior.
Episode: 125. Why High Performers Can't Slow Down Even When They're Successful with Dr. Margie Warrell

Host

Kendall Berg
Host of Secrets of the Career Game; long-running guide to interview strategies, leadership, and corporate navigation; frequently shares coaching frameworks and personal branding techniques.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 141 ratings
  • Real Advice. No Fluff.

    I stumbled across this podcast a few months ago and really enjoy listening to it. She gives great advice without all the unnecessary filler. I especially like that the episodes are short enough to listen to during my commute to work or even on a quick lunch break. The way she presents the information makes each episode easy to digest and apply.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MsGeralds
    United States3 months ago
  • A must-listen for career development

    If you’re looking to develop in your career, look no further than Secrets of the Career Game. Kendall’s style is curious and conversational, drawing out insights and strategies to inform your career progression in an organic way. Each episode is packed with new ways to support your career. Check it out!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Schafm2
    Canada6 months ago
  • A standout career podcast — real, refreshing, and genuinely helpful

    Kendall Berg’s podcast is such a breath of fresh air in the career space. As someone who has worked in HR for over 15 years and now coaches job seekers every single day, I’m pretty picky about the career advice I consume — and Kendall delivers every time.

    What I appreciate most is how real she is. She doesn’t recycle generic advice or repeat the same talking points you hear everywhere else. Her episodes go deeper — into the mindset, the strategy, the inner confidence, and the behind-the-scenes ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    IrinaPosan
    Canada6 months ago
  • My go to podcast for my work commute

    I felt compelled to write this review as I am an avid listener of this podcast. Kendall and her guests share a wealth of knowledge in each episode in a light and entertaining way. It’s the perfect work commute podcast to get you in the zone! Kendall covers a variety of topics and I’ve learnt so much professionally & personally from her podcasts. She’s helped me in my career just from podcasting. Highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DFitzNult1
    Ireland9 months ago
  • Great content, horrible audio quality

    I really love the content and guest hosts, but I cannot say how many times I’ve sadly needed to just turn it off because the audio quality is so low and unpleasant. Please upgrade the microphones and audio tech!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Lindazzo
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate practical, actionable career guidance delivered in a concise, easy-to-apply format.
High-quality guests and deep dives into leadership, branding, and interview strategy are common positives.
Audio quality and production have been noted as areas for improvement by a subset of listeners.
The host's transparency and real-world coaching approach are frequently praised as refreshing and relatable.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#121
Canada/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#99
Italy/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#70
South Korea/Business/Careers
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#100
Indonesia/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#146
South Africa/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#175
Ireland/Business/Careers

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

139. You Keep Canceling on Yourself and Calling It Productivity with Dr. Shannon Burge
Q: What is one thing you would tell somebody listening this week to start taking control of their health?
Write down what a truly fulfilled life looks like for you, because that clarity will compel you to change behaviors, prioritize time, and make deliberate choices that align with that vision, ensuring you don't waste precious hours on autopilot.
135. You're Qualified But Still Getting Overlooked — Here's Why with Nicholette Hemingway
Q: How can someone avoid underselling themselves and be more visible?
Develop a leadership brand and portfolio, document wins monthly, seek cross-functional roles, and consistently articulate the impact and beneficiaries of your work to make your value clear to any reviewer.
135. You're Qualified But Still Getting Overlooked — Here's Why with Nicholette Hemingway
Q: What is a way that individuals can really communicate their value?
They should know the company and the job, then frame their experiences as outcomes and impact, showing how their work aligns with the organization's goals, and share concrete metrics and leadership stories to demonstrate value.
133. You're Not Bad at Interviews, You're Preparing the Wrong Way with Irina Posan
Q: What is the Career Cravings framework and how does it help clients.
It starts with clarity about what you want next, combined with a strong mindset, then moves to actionable steps. The framework emphasizes identifying your top accomplishments, aligning them with the target role, and building a toolkit of five stories that can be pivoted to answer different questions.
131. Everyone Looks Rich Online: The Spending Reset You Need | Lucy from The Lucy Space
Q: Where should a listener start when they want to take control of their finances and build wealth?
Open an investment account, automate monthly contributions, and focus on consistent, small investments rather than waiting for the perfect moment to start.

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A practical career-growth show that centers on navigating corporate dynamics, personal branding, and strategic advancement. Across episodes, listeners hear frameworks for interviewing, visibility, leadership, and work-life balance, often anchored by coaches, executives, and one-on-one strategy sessions. The host favors actionable playbooks—from crafting concise stories and documenting achievements to building leadership presence and managing mental wellness—making it valuable for professionals aiming to accelerate progression, negotiate effectively, and lead with clarity. Noteworthy strands include a strong emphasis on feminine leadership, authentic communication with senior leaders, and balancing performance with well-being, which together... more

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Recent guests on Secrets of the Career Game include:

1. Mike Shannon
2. Dr. Shannon Burge
3. Lauren Kerr
4. Nicolette Hemingway
5. Irina Pozan
6. Lucy Space
7. Michelle Schaefer
8. Leah Marone

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