Hosted by Dr. Jon Tam, this podcast specializes in helping Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z with a positive change in their careers by making small adjustments or navigating a full-out career change. If this is what interests you, then this podcast is just for you! When you subscribe to this podcast, you're going to get actionable tips on improving your career each week by boosting career clarity, productivity, and soft skills. Most content is repurposed from the YouTube channel www.youtube.com ...
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A podcast for career changers who are trying to switch industries or professions, or break out on their own and start a business. Listen to others who've taken that bold step to make their career switch and take action with your own. Career experts weigh in with their best advice for challenges along the way. Learn more and contact us at www.careerswitchpod.com. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn @careerswitchpod.
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Ever been asked, "Why do you want to leave your current role?" in an interview? It’s a question that requires careful handling. In this episode, I’ll guide you through how to frame your answer positively, align it with the new role, and discuss compensation strategically. Tune in for expert advice on navigating this common interview question! #Inte…
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In interviews, the question "What would your coworkers say about you?" can reveal a lot about your self-awareness and fit within a team. In this episode, I’ll guide you through how to answer it effectively. From reflecting on genuine feedback to highlighting your strengths and connecting your response to the job, you’ll get all the tips you need to…
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How to answer teamwork interview questions "Tell me about a time you were successful on a team"
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Teamwork is key in almost every job, so when you're asked, "Tell me about a time you were successful in a team," you need to be ready. In this episode, I’ll guide you through choosing the right example, using the STAR method to structure your response, and highlighting the teamwork skills that matter most. Tune in for all the tips you need to ace t…
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How do you effectively answer the interview question, "Tell me about a time you showed leadership?" In this episode, I’ll guide you through choosing the right example, using the STAR method to structure your answer, and highlighting the leadership qualities that matter most. Tune in to boost your interview confidence! #Leadership #InterviewTips #Ca…
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Why do you want to work here? This question is a staple in interviews, and answering it well can set you apart. In this episode, I’ll guide you through researching the company, aligning your values with their mission, and demonstrating how you can add value. Tune in to prepare your standout response! #JobInterview #InterviewTips #CareerAdvice --- S…
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The "Why should we hire you?" question is a crucial part of any job interview. In this episode, I’ll guide you through how to align your skills with the job, showcase what sets you apart, and express your enthusiasm for the role. Tune in to learn how to craft a compelling response that stands out. #JobInterview #InterviewTips #CareerAdvice --- Supp…
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Answering the "What is your greatest weakness?" question effectively can be a challenge in any job interview. In this episode, I guide you through being honest, providing context and examples, and demonstrating self-improvement. Learn how to frame your weakness positively and show how your growth benefits your performance. Tune in and turn this tri…
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Answering the "What are your greatest strengths?" question effectively can make a big difference in your job interview. In this episode, I guide you through identifying your key strengths, using specific examples, and demonstrating their relevance to the role you're applying for. I'll also show you how to use the STAR method to structure your respo…
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The "Tell me about yourself" question is a common opener in job interviews and can set the tone for your entire interview. In this episode, I break down how to craft a compelling and concise response using the Present-Past-Future formula. I'll show you how to highlight relevant experiences and skills, personalize your story, and practice your answe…
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Ever been caught off guard by an interview question? Using the STAR method can help you navigate these moments with confidence. In today’s episode, I walk you through this technique and explain how to apply it in your job interviews. Tune in to learn how to highlight your achievements and leave a lasting impression. #CareerAdvice #InterviewPrep #ST…
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Preparing for a job interview can be nerve-wracking, but thorough preparation is key to success. In this episode, I cover essential steps to help you ace your next interview. From researching the company and role to practicing common interview questions, I'll guide you through everything you need to know. We'll also discuss preparing your own quest…
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Choosing a career in high school is an important decision that can shape your future. In this episode, I explore the steps to help high school students choose a career path. From identifying interests and strengths to exploring different career options and seeking guidance from professionals, I cover it all. I'll also discuss setting short-term and…
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Making a career transition can be challenging, and there are some common mistakes you'll want to avoid. In this episode, I discuss key pitfalls like not doing enough research on the new field, ignoring your transferable skills, being vague about your career goals, and underestimating the importance of networking. Understanding these mistakes can he…
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Thinking about switching to a new field but not sure how to gain the necessary experience? In this episode, I share practical steps to build experience before making the leap. I'll discuss taking relevant courses or certifications, volunteering or interning, working on freelance or side projects, and shadowing professionals in the industry. These s…
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Switching industries and not sure how to identify your transferable skills? In this episode, I break down the process of listing your skills from previous jobs, matching them to the requirements of a new industry, and highlighting them effectively in your resume and cover letter. I also share examples of how these skills can be applied in different…
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How to change careers | 5 essential steps
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Thinking about making a career transition but not sure where to start? In this episode, I cover the essential steps to take before making the leap. From conducting a self-assessment of your skills, interests, and values, to researching potential new career paths and identifying transferable skills, I guide you through the process. I also share tips…
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How to know when it's time to change careers Feeling stuck in your current career? Wondering if it's time for a change? In this video, I dive into the telltale signs that it might be time to move on and pursue something new. I'll explore the subtle (and not-so-subtle) indicators that your current role may no longer be fulfilling, and how to determi…
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47: Battling an identity crisis with a career change
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Former newspaper reporter Jonathan McFadden opens up about the identity crisis he battled with his career change. He recalls everything he was afraid to lose if he left journalism—would it be worth it? “I, like many of us do, conflated my value as a human with my value as an employee,” says Jonathan. In this episode, Jonathan shares how he tried a …
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46: How faith can guide your career change
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Whether you’re feeling stuck, curious about a new field, or dealing with the ups and downs of a career switch, you can make spirituality part of your journey. We revisit a chat with author and life coach Nancy Gavilanes, who shares how your faith can guide you through a career change. “You need faith to have patience, persevere, and not give up,” s…
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45: Avoid burnout with your career change
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It takes time to change industries or professions, and depending on how you handle that time—and the feelings that come with it—it could lead to burnout. I speak with Dr. Kyle Elliott, a career coach and founder of CaffeinatedKyle.com. Kyle coaches career changers, so they avoid burnout as they work on their career switch. In this episode, Kyle sha…
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44: The power of networking for POC & First Gens
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As a person of color (POC) and/or first-generation professional, your family’s culture and background likely influenced your beliefs, which can now impact your making a career change. Dani Tan is a leadership and career coach, who works with POC and First Gens who are often the first, few or only in their space. Dani reveals how the scarcity mindse…
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43: Trying to change careers now
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My guest today is trying to change careers now while he has a full-time job, a mortgage and two young kids. David Mock opens up about the challenges he's facing, his immediate concerns (will it work out?, will it be worth it?), and how he's getting through it all. Currently, David feels stuck and he shares how he's working on becoming a certified j…
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42: Is a creative career right for you?
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If you’re dreaming about breaking out on your own to do something creative, this episode is for you! Creative strategy coach Michelle Guo works with creatives, such as freelance web designers, copywriters and social media managers. As the founder of Magicave Media, Michelle empowers her clients to build a sustainable business around their desired l…
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41: Pursuing your passion at any age (Hispanic Heritage Month)
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After she was laid off in her 50s, Argentine-born Mirta Rinaldi decided to follow her passion for cooking. Today, Mirta is in her 70s and teaches Argentine cuisine. She also owns her own business, Mendulcina, where she hosts cultural experiences and makes and sells delicacies from her home country. In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Mirta shares …
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40: Going back to school for a career change
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Did you know? 48% of U.S. employers offer undergraduate or graduate tuition assistance as a benefit? This means you can start making your career change NOW while you’re still at your current job! When Weavy Garcia’s company offered an MBA program to their employees, he went for it. It was an opportunity to learn about business, get his master’s, an…
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39: 3 keys to coping with a career change
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Any career switch will have its ups and downs. I speak with recovery coach Gerardo Matamoros about some potentially harmful behaviors you may start relying on to help you handle whatever is going on right now with your career change. Gerardo is the owner of consulting firm 7RM7 and a group facilitator for Smart Recovery, a nationwide nonprofit whic…
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38: How to transition from corporate to non-profit
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When making a career change from corporate to non-profit, who wouldn’t want that HR perspective? The chance to find out from a Human Resources manager what they’re looking for when hiring. Thanks to nonprofit consultant and coach Niki Lomibao, that’s exactly what you’ll get in this episode! Niki has 10 years of HR experience in the non-profit world…
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37: Starting a retail business after corporate burnout
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Helene Godin was a lawyer for 22 years before she burnt out on the long hours and commute. She quit in 2010 with no plan. Over the next year, Helene used her skills as a lawyer to study the gluten-free market and develop recipes. In 2011, she opened By the Way Bakery. Today, Helene has five retail locations and her gluten-free, dairy-free and koshe…
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36: How to be more confident with your career change
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You need confidence to make a career change. Public speaking and confidence coach Sammie Walker Herrera shares how you can be more confident with job interviewing, networking and negotiating. In this episode of Career Switch Podcast, we cover how to look and sound confident when answering some common interview questions in-person or virtually, how …
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35: Leaving media: Career change for editors
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If you're an editor who's been affected by the layoffs in journalism and media, this episode is for you! I chat with editorial recruiter Chandra Turner, founder of The Talent Fairy, a recruiting agency that specializes in placing editorial talent. Chandra was a top editor at consumer magazines, such as CosmoGirl and Parents, before she was laid off…
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34: 3 signs it's time for a career change
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Welcome to Season 3! Are you thinking about making a career change, but aren't sure? I speak with certified life and career coach Deirdre Taylor about three big signs you should watch out for that are telling you it’s time for a career switch. We also cover how to begin taking those first steps with your career change in this episode of Career Swit…
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33: Leaving corporate for non-profit (Hispanic Heritage Month)
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In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, I speak with Charlotte Castillo, managing director of Poderistas, a non-profit founded by Latinas that focuses on building a digital community to inspire civic engagement among Latinas. In this episode of Career Switch Podcast, Charlotte tells us how she first got involved with Poderistas as a volunteer and how …
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32: How to make a career change after 50
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Some of the most listened to episodes of Career Switch Podcast are those that feature guests who’ve switched industries or professions after age 50. So, I decided to dedicate an entire episode to making a career change when you’re over 50. I speak with Penny Kastaris, executive coach and senior consultant with Right Management Talent Solutions, a c…
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31: Leaving journalism: When you need to change industries
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Chances are you need to make a career switch if your industry is in trouble. Maria Azua was just starting her career to become a magazine editor in 2016 when she realized print journalism was unstable. In this episode of Career Switch Podcast, Maria tells us how she made the tough decision to leave publishing and switched to search engine optimizat…
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30: Ladies, avoid these mistakes with your career change!
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Career mindset coach Ellen Torreyson helps women challenge their beliefs and get real about why they want to make a career change and how they go about it. In this episode of Career Switch Podcast, Ellen fills us in on the major mistakes she sees with her clients before and after they decide to make a career switch, and how you can avoid them. Find…
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29: Dealing with anxiety while building a business
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After working in finance for almost 10 years, Teddy Levarda was looking to make a career change. Having to sit all day at work and the constant stress of his investment job had given him chronic hip and back pain. In this episode of Career Switch Podcast, Teddy tells us how acupuncture changed his life and how it inspired him to become a licensed a…
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28: In your 20s and feeling guilty about wanting to make a career change?
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If you’re in your 20s and you feel stuck in your career, this episode is for you. Perhaps you majored in a certain subject in college, got a job in that major after graduation, and you now realize it’s not the field for you. Or maybe you had limited career options because your parents expected you to follow a specific path like doctor, lawyer or en…
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27: From classroom to corporate: How a teacher transitioned out of education
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Former high school teacher Tyler Banh certainly understands why so many teachers are leaving their profession nowadays. In this episode of Career Switch Podcast, Tyler shares why he quit teaching in 2018 and the transferable skills he used to become a senior specialist in digital learning for a management consulting firm. He talks about the techniq…
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26: How to make your transferable skills stand out with storytelling
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One of the trickiest parts about making a career switch is having to show someone that you’ve done A, B, and C in one industry or profession and that you’ll be able to do X, Y, and Z in a new one. You basically have to convince somebody to take a chance on you. In this episode of Career Switch Podcast, career coach Win Sheffield walks us through ho…
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25: Is your hobby your next career?
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When people offer to pay you for something you do well, take note. It could lead to a career switch. It did for Anthony Randazzo. As a straight-A student, Anthony grew up with two career options—doctor or lawyer. He became a corporate lawyer and worked on Wall Street before he quit at age 29 after he realized the profession was not for him. In this…
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24: Using your quiet strengths as an introvert to change careers
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Nancy Ancowitz, author of Self-Promotion for Introverts®: The Quiet Guide to Getting Ahead, walks us through why introverts can struggle with networking, interviewing, thinking on the spot, and impostor syndrome when making a career switch. In this episode of Career Switch Podcast, Nancy points out the quiet strengths you likely already have as an …
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23: How being bilingual can boost your career change
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When Julia Abrantes moved from NYC to Atlanta, she assumed she’d have no problem finding another job as a legal secretary with her 30 years experience. To her surprise, she had a hard time landing a job in her new city and ultimately, she had to make an unexpected career switch in her 50s. In this episode of Career Switch Podcast, Julia shares how …
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22: Benefits of volunteering: Transferable skills for a career change
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One of the best things you can do for your career change is volunteer. I speak with career transition coach Bonnie Diamond, a senior executive coach at Right Management, about the professional and personal benefits of volunteering when switching industries or professions. Get motivated to volunteer today! Find Bonnie Diamond at: Website: www.bonnie…
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21: From side hustle to a new career
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If you listen to audiobooks, you may have heard Mike Lenz on Audible. Mike is a voiceover actor who has narrated about 170 titles over the past 15 years. When Mike started doing voiceover in 2006, he was working as a pharmacist and running his own business. For some 10 years, he narrated books and voiced other projects on the side. Today, Mike is a…
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20: A holistic approach to a career change
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Welcome to Season 2! I speak with career coach Vilma Usaite, who believes in taking a holistic approach to making a career switch. In this episode of Career Switch Podcast, Vilma breaks down her signature program for finding a fulfilling career into three stages. Her goal? For each person to have a career where it feels like you’re, essentially, ge…
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19: Here's why you're procrastinating about your career change
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If you know that you need to make a career change, but you keep procrastinating, it's time to get real. I speak with career coach Jeanne Lyons, founder of Accelerated Synergies, who sheds light on why we hold off on starting the process of a career switch, and how our mindset is key to taking those first steps. Episode Highlights: What's holding yo…
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18: The pros and cons of becoming a full-time writer
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How many of us have dreamed of ditching our 9 to 5 job to become a full-time writer? In 2020, Jody Leber-Pay quit her job in financial services to write books. Under the pen name, Bradley Pay, Jody has written two novels so far in The Spectrum Series with her co-author Robin Bradley. Jody shares how she prepared to make her career switch, the pros …
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17: What role can faith play in your career change?
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Does making a career change require faith—in ourselves, in the steps we’re taking, in the future, and even in something bigger than us? Christian author and life coach Nancy Gavilanes shares how your faith (whatever it may be) can play an important role in making a career switch, and she offers 3 ways to make it part of your journey. Find Nancy Gav…
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16: Breaking into a new industry in your 50s
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After climbing the ladder, project manager Andrew Grossi missed the creative part of being an architect—designing. In 2002, he decided to make a career switch to become a boat designer. He set up a plan and started taking courses in boat design. Unfortunately, the 2009 recession threw a wrench in Andy’s plan, and eventually, it took him two tries a…
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15: How to transition from the military to a civilian job (Veterans Day)
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Are you making a career change from the military to a civilian job? U.S. Army veteran Regina Ross is a professional certified coach, who helps military service men and women transition into the civilian sector once they complete their service. Regina is the founder of Walk on Purpose and she suggested we talk about the hard time some veterans have …
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