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Career Contessa

Career Contessa
Career Development
Networking
Work-Life Balance
Leadership
Linkedin
Personal Branding
Career Coaching
Job Searching
Emotional Intelligence
Burnout
Career Advancement
Self-Awareness
Career Growth
Mental Health
Communication Skills
Self-Reflection
Career Clarity
Job Search
Career Transitions
Productivity

Shortcut your path to being more successful at work. This show helps you figure out what you truly want, land a job, make more money, advance your career, and improve your work life with actionable insights from experts that boost work performance. We're covering job searches, job interviews, resumes, LinkedIn, how to get paid and get a salary raise, career growth tips, leadership and management a... more

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Nobody cares more about your career than you, so you need to make yourself and your achievements known. Embrace the skill of self-promotion. Career coach Lindsey Lathrop- Ryan is here to offer:

• Insight into why self-promotion is so uncomfortable

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Ever feel like work doesn’t end when you close your laptop? Psychologist and TED speaker Guy Winch joins Lauren to explain why work stress is so hard to switch off—and how to reclaim your mental space without hurting your career, drawing from his boo... more

Leadership isn’t just about big wins—it’s about navigating pressure, tough decisions, and influence when things get messy. In this episode, leadership expert Dr. Katie Best shares a practical framework to help you lead with clarity—even when it feels... more

Why are we racing—and who decided the pace? In this episode, Lauren sits down with UCLA Anderson career coaches Jenna Migliaccio and Jessica Christopher, co-founders of Glimmers, to unpack the modern rat race and how to build a career rooted in clari... more

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Guy Winch
Licensed psychologist, three-time TED Talk speaker, author of Mind Over Grind
Independent psychologist / Author
Episode: When Work Becomes Your Whole Identity (and How to Take It Back)
Dr. Katie Best
Leadership coaching consultant
Self-employed / Leadership Problem Solving newsletter
Episode: 3 Toughest Leadership Problems— Solved
Jessica Christopher
Career coach at UCLA Anderson; co-creator of Glimmers
UCLA Anderson School of Management, Glimmers
Episode: Why Are We Racing? How to Navigate The Modern Rat Race
Jenna Migliaccio
Career advisor and coach at UCLA Anderson; co-creator of Glimmers
UCLA Anderson School of Management, Glimmers
Episode: Why Are We Racing? How to Navigate The Modern Rat Race
Rebecca Hinds
Organizational scientist, Stanford-trained PhD, author of Your Best Meeting Ever
Independent/Author
Episode: How to Design & Run Effective Meetings
Regina Lark
Author, educator, leading voice on emotional labor, equity, and the mental load
A Clear Path / Emotional Labor consulting
Episode: Soft Incompetence: The Subtle Drain on Your Time & Energy
Ravi Rajani
Keynote speaker and author of Relationship Currency, Five Communication Habits for Limitless Influence and Business Success
Speaker and author
Episode: 5 Communication Shifts That Transform How You Lead, Speak, and Sell
Brea Starmer
Founder and CEO of Lions & Tigers
Lions & Tigers
Episode: The New Career Path: Flexible Work, Blended Teams, and What’s Next
Margaret C. Andrews
Author of Manage Yourself to Lead Others; Harvard course creator
Harvard/Manage Yourself to Lead Others
Episode: The Leadership Skill Most Likely to Derail Your Career, According to a Harvard Professor

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Lauren McGoodwin
Host of the podcast, focusing on providing actionable career insights and strategies.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 948 ratings
  • It’s what I needed

    Solid podcast that is exactly what I needed before my recent interview. Gave some quick tips and covered them deeper as it went along. I came away feeling more confident in my stories that I shared and gave me some things to think about and research before I needed to interview. Will listen to more of these.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NaturalBlaze
    United States2 months ago
  • Conversation That Felt Like Career Therapy!

    Being on the Career Contessa podcast was such a thoughtful and energizing experience. The conversation flowed in a way that felt both practical and deeply human. We talked about the 5 Cs of personal branding, introvert strengths, and how to build a career that feels real instead of performative.

    What I loved most was how the show creates space for real stories and actionable advice at the same time. It’s the kind of podcast that leaves you with both clarity and confidence, and I’m so grateful ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GoldieCylon
    United States6 months ago
  • Value!!!

    So valuable, every word

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    E.R.D.
    Australia7 months ago
  • 10/10

    Love this podcast! I listen every day on my way to work. Great insight. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jaz, MHA
    United States7 months ago
  • Top notch show

    I listen on a daily basis. It gets me through my work day. Lauren is always prepared, and the show is polished.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    blinky02jd
    United States10 months ago

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Some critiques mention excessive advertising interruptions, which could detract from the listening experience.
Positive feedback highlights the engaging interview style and insightful discussions with expert guests.
The show is regarded as a vital resource for job seekers and professionals aiming for career growth.
Listeners appreciate the actionable advice and practical strategies provided in each episode.

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#61
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#179
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#233
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#93
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#142
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#46
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3 Toughest Leadership Problems— Solved
Q: What are the Solve framework steps and why do they work well under pressure?
Solve stands for State the problem, Open the box (research the why), Lay out your solution, Venture forth (implement), Elevate your learning (learn and share). This structure helps leaders simplify complexity, gather evidence, plan action, and learn from outcomes instead of spiraling under pressure.
Why Are We Racing? How to Navigate The Modern Rat Race
Q: What practical steps can someone take right now if they feel misaligned but need to earn more money?
Start with small, tangible actions like keeping a six-week action list, pausing to inventory values and strengths, testing new paths via informational interviews or coaching, and focusing on what energizes you while maintaining financial practicality.
Why Are We Racing? How to Navigate The Modern Rat Race
Q: What does it look like to run your own race in practice for ambitious people who want growth and success?
It means tuning out the external metrics of others' success, aligning with your own values and energy, and treating career exploration as a series of micro-experiments guided by intuition and reflection rather than chasing prestige.
Why Are We Racing? How to Navigate The Modern Rat Race
Q: To start, can each of you share who you are, what you do, and why you decided to start Glimmers as your passion project?
Jessica and I are UCLA Anderson career coaches who transitioned to creating Glimmers after noticing recurring themes beyond tactical career advice; we launched Alive, a life coaching program, and Glimmers as a biweekly newsletter to distill simple, powerful mantras for personal and professional growth.
Soft Incompetence: The Subtle Drain on Your Time & Energy
Q: Can you share what first led you to identify this newer pattern that you call soft incompetence?
Dr. Lark explains her personal trajectory from witnessing how women shoulder the majority of household labor to recognizing how similar patterns appear in workplaces; she connects this to deep-rooted cultural expectations and historical gender roles, and emphasizes that soft incompetence often masquerades as helpfulness, making it harder to address.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Career Contessa

What is Career Contessa about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on providing actionable career advice, the content encompasses insights on various aspects of professional development, such as job searching techniques, interview strategies, salary negotiation, and personal branding. Discussions often feature expert guests offering perspectives on challenges such as career transitions, workplace dynamics, and maintaining work-life balance. Additionally, listeners can expect exploration of topics like emotional intelligence, leadership strategies, and resilience-building skills, making it a comprehensive resource for aspiring professionals seeking to enhance their careers. Unique features include a consistent emphasis on practical takeaways and relatable storytelling that resonates well with listen... more

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Recent guests on Career Contessa include:

1. Guy Winch
2. Dr. Katie Best
3. Jessica Christopher
4. Jenna Migliaccio
5. Rebecca Hinds
6. Regina Lark
7. Ravi Rajani
8. Brea Starmer

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