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No More Mondays is your permission slip to ditch the Sunday Scaries and build a career—and life—you actually want. Hosted by Angie Callen, founder of The Modern Coach and Career Benders, this show delivers energetic conversations, real stories, and practical strategies to help you navigate work, leadership, and business with clarity and confidence. Whether you're a coach, a leader, or a high-achieving pro craving more alignment, you'll get actionable tools, smart insights, and a weekly dose ...
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SheSez with Linda Grasso

The Golden State Company

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Journalist Linda Grasso hosts candid conversation with fascinating women about the things that matter most: happiness, health and purpose. SheSez is a master class for the modern woman. In her signature unabashed style, the well-known TV broadcaster showcases her seasoned interviewing skills, fueled by a keen sense of what women want to know. With thoughtful cadence and saucy humor, Linda peels back the layers on each guest, giving equal time to successes and failures. Interviewees come from ...
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The Reboot Era

The Reboot Era

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Layoffs. Burnout. Reinvention. Welcome to the messy middle of career change — and the community that's not afraid to talk about it. Hosted by Dray Jankowski, a former tech program manager laid off in 2025, The Reboot Era is part unfiltered storytelling, part emotional support group, and part career comeback plan. Through weekly solo episodes and candid guest interviews, we explore what it really means to rebuild your life — professionally, emotionally, and financially. We’re not here to sell ...
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Here we will journey into someone's life and learn about how they got to where they are now. No journeys are alike and there are many ways to get where we want to. It doesn't always have to be the traditional way of college as we are led to believe. We’ll definitely hear stories like that but that’s just one of so many ways to progress in life. With inflation, economic change, job restructure, so many things changing, how do we even know what or where we’re going? I hope that you find these ...
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Repurpose Your Career podcast brought to you by Career Pivot is a podcast for those of us in the 2nd half of life to come together to discuss how repurpose our careers for the 21st century. Come listen to career experts give you proven strategies, listen to people like you tell their stories on how they repurposed their careers and finally get your questions answered. Your host, Marc Miller, has made six career pivots over the last 30 years. He understands this is not about jumping out of th ...
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In this Double Shot from my conversation with Cindy Skalicky, we dig into Aristotle’s timeless rhetoric triangle: ethos (credibility), pathos (emotion), and logos (logic), and how blending all three makes our communication more persuasive and memorable. Cindy explains why stories often beat data, how leaders can connect more deeply with their audie…
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Send us a text Guest: Steve Jaffe — author of The Layoff Journey; 25 years in marketing/advertising; laid off four times; now helping people navigate the emotional side of job loss. In this Reboot Era episode, we cover: The myth of meritocracy—why layoffs often feel arbitrary and unfair The seven grief stages applied to layoffs—and how to shorten t…
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Send us a text This week on The Reboot Era: HR insiders Laura Browne and Barbara Limmer show you how to stop guessing and start translating interviews—so your answers are authentic, on-target, and memorable. Perfect for anyone in a career reboot, navigating layoffs, or gearing up for a high-stakes loop. You’ll learn: Why most candidates think they …
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What if Mondays didn’t have to mean dread, burnout, or bending to someone else’s rules? In this week’s episode of No More Mondays, I sit down with Alyssa Nolte, CEO of True View and host of Taking Back Monday, to talk about curiosity, choice, and the messy truths of entrepreneurship. Alyssa shares her path from commission-only startup life to seria…
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Send us a text At 25, Riley Simmons decided the safe path wasn’t his path. After a stint in the Marine infantry and a climb into corporate finance, the promotion he’d been eyeing crystallized one truth: he didn’t want that life. So he saved, simplified, and bought a one-way ticket. In this episode we unpack the real planning behind a bold leap—mont…
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Burnout isn’t just about your job; it’s about the person doing the work. This week on No More Mondays, I’m joined by returning guest Dan Capello, coach, speaker, and author of Deliberate Evolution (with his upcoming book The Unprocessed Life on the way). Dan shares his fresh perspective on why we can’t “rest our way out” of burnout and introduces f…
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Let's face it: getting a natural look with synthetic fillers is a challenge. Fat grafting—essentially having your own fat taken from a part of your body and having it injected into anothr part—can provide a more subtle visage (think "refreshed" rather than puffy and bulbous) and it lasts longer. San Francisco-based plastic surgeon Dr. Carolyn Chang…
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It’s time for your midweek jolt! ☕ Here's a quick, high-impact moment from No More Mondays. In this clip, Austin Armstrong makes the case that thought leaders have a responsibility to share what they know, and that giving your best ideas away for free isn’t bad business. It’s actually the best way to grow your influence, build trust, and create imp…
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This week’s Midweek Momentum features Mark Labrun, who went from being afraid to press record to inspiring thousands online. His journey is a powerful reminder that knowing your why can help you push past fear, handle criticism, and show up with confidence...even when it’s uncomfortable. 🎧 Click here to listen to the full No More Mondays episode wi…
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Perfectionism might look like a strength on the surface, but it often hides burnout, procrastination, imposter syndrome, and toxic expectations that stall both leaders and teams. In this episode of No More Mondays, I sit down with Dr. Greg Chasson, psychologist, professor, and award-winning author of Flawed: Why Perfectionism is a Challenge for Man…
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Send us a text When Dan Sanchez — better known as Danchez — was let go from his startup role, he could’ve played it safe. Instead, he leaned into what he saw as the next big thing: artificial intelligence. In this episode, Dan shares: How a career setback became the catalyst for his pivot into AI The progression of learning AI, from first-time Chat…
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In this short but powerful clip from my conversation with Justin Schenck, you’ll hear why prioritizing yourself isn’t selfish — it’s the key to making a bigger impact. Justin shares the personal moment that reframed how he approaches life and business, and why you need to fill your cup first if you want to serve others well. 🎧 Listen to the full ep…
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Send us a text After being laid off twice in just a few months, Shelia Benson—better known as Flower—turned her pain into purpose. In this episode, Flower shares how her intuition helped her prepare for job loss, how she leveraged her insurance and CRM skills to launch her own freelance consulting business, and how spiritual practices like Reiki an…
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Ever wondered how some people crack the social media code while others stay stuck in the algorithm abyss? In this episode of No More Mondays, I’m joined by Austin Armstrong, digital marketing strategist and creator with over 3 million followers, to unpack the truth about online growth. From AI tools to authenticity, Austin shares what it really tak…
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Send us a text In this episode of The Reboot Era, I sit down with Nellie Hughes — a design director with 20 years in the gaming industry, most recently at Xbox Publishing. Nellie shares her journey from creating open-world experiences to navigating a layoff at one of the biggest names in tech. We cover everything from building creative teams and ad…
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Send us a text What would you do if you were laid off… twice… in just six months? Patrick Lyons didn’t just bounce back — he built forward. In this episode of The Reboot Era, Patrick shares how he turned back-to-back Microsoft layoffs into an opportunity to fully invest in his passions: Launching and scaling multiple fitness businesses, including T…
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What if the right “systems” could unlock your freedom instead of box you in? In this episode of No More Mondays, leadership consultant and coach Lindsay Harle-Kadatz shares how creatives and entrepreneurs can ditch one-size-fits-all strategies, align their businesses with their strengths and values, and finally build on their own terms. We cover: W…
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Send us a text This week on The Reboot Era, I sit down with Tami Burdick—a published author, resume writer, content developer, and 20-year franchise industry veteran. We cover: How she went from corporate HR to self-employment and franchise consulting Her Erin Brockovich-style book Diagnosis Detective The biggest mistakes she sees on resumes (and h…
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Send us a text When Ivy got laid off from her dream job at Crate & Barrel, she thought she hit rock bottom—but what followed was a full-on identity reboot. In this episode, we dive into: The slow burnout signs she didn’t recognize until it was too late What freelancing really looks like after a layoff Why TikTok > LinkedIn when it comes to side hus…
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Your most powerful business asset isn’t your product—it’s your story. In this episode, filmmaker and storytelling coach Ryan Koral shares why authentic stories build trust, how to overcome fear in sharing them, and why showing up as yourself is your biggest differentiator in a world of AI-generated content. Where to Find Ryan: LinkedIn: Ryan Koral …
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Send us a text In this episode, Dray sits down with Austin Brown, a former corporate director turned founder of Laid Off Launchpad — a platform helping job seekers navigate the emotional and logistical rollercoaster of layoffs. After being laid off three times, Austin saw a glaring gap in the support offered post-layoff: no one was talking about ho…
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Send us a text What happens when you're laid off twice by the same tech company? If you're Matt Goldstein, you take your severance, your sass, and your suitcase — and move to Mexico City. In this episode of The Reboot Era, recruiter-turned-expat Matt Goldstein breaks down: The eerie déjà vu of getting laid off twice Why recruiters often smell layof…
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What stories are you telling yourself...and are they holding you back? In this episode of No More Mondays, I speak with Quinn Harwood, leadership coach, author of GrowthTime!, and expert in helping people break through belief barriers that limit their growth. We'll explore how mindset shapes identity, why confidence and clarity matter, and how stor…
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Send us a text 🎙 with Ashley Martin What happens when you do everything right — and still find yourself laid off? In this deeply personal episode of The Reboot Era, Ashley Martin, a seasoned content marketing and strategy leader, opens up about her fourth layoff in October 2024 and the nine-month job search that followed. From the shock of losing a…
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What if negotiation wasn’t about going to combat or coming out the winner? What if, instead, it was about communication, clarity, confidence, and a little creativity? In this episode of No More Mondays, I sit down with Patrick Griffin, fractional CFO, negotiation expert, and the most charming finance guy you’ll ever meet, to reframe how we think ab…
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Send us a text In this episode of The Reboot Era, I sit down with two incredible recruiters who’ve seen it all—hundreds of resumes, countless interviews, and the chaos of the 2025 job market. These aren’t just any recruiters—they’re smart, candid, and people I deeply trust. We talk about what really happens after you hit “apply,” how hiring decisio…
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What if employee engagement wasn’t about perks, pizza parties, or another survey? In this episode of No More Mondays, I sit down with Renee Marchak, veteran HR leader, founder of Level-Up Career Coaching, and creator of the #ChangeMakers Circle, to unpack the powerful framework of 11 Employee Engagement Drivers. If your team feels fine but not fire…
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Send us a text What happens when a UX leader who’s built billion-dollar systems for Fortune 500 companies gets ghosted by recruiters and told they’re “overqualified”? In this episode, Dray sits down with Chris Nelson – former Head of Design at Walmart Fulfillment Services – for a raw, unfiltered conversation on layoffs, LinkedIn noise, AI chaos, an…
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Send us a text In this deeply human episode of The Reboot Era, we explore the emotional rollercoaster of job loss, job searching, and the quiet fight to keep going. Host Dray Jankowski is joined by two guests — Christine Vela, a seasoned sales and business development expert with decades of experience and multiple layoffs behind her, and Ry Mantion…
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Send us a text In this episode of The Reboot Era, I sit down with Jean-Baptiste — better known online as Jean the AI Guy — for a fast-paced, unfiltered conversation about artificial intelligence, automation, and the wild future we’re already living in. From working with luxury brands like Chanel and LVMH to becoming one of the earliest adopters of …
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Send us a text In this episode of The Reboot Era, Dray sits down with two guests—Fredrico Salianga and Jake Lender—who share powerful, honest stories of navigating life after layoffs. From scammy interviews to side hustle wins, freelance struggles to career pivots, this conversation is packed with lessons, laughter, and real talk about what it mean…
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Send us a text Laid off. Same company. Same call. Same "thanks for everything" energy. In the pilot episode of The Reboot Era, host Dray Jankowski sits down with Chrissy—who was laid off on the exact same day, at the exact same time. Together, they kick off this unfiltered, satirical, and surprisingly cathartic series by unpacking the emotional rol…
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Send us a text When Rob Saro was unexpectedly laid off, he had two choices: spiral or strategize. In this episode of The Reboot Era, Rob takes us through the moment he got the call, the emotional and mental toll of being laid off for the first time in nearly two decades, and how he transformed that anxiety into action — landing a new job in under 6…
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Send us a text Angela Delk joins The Reboot Era and does not hold back. A seasoned software sales pro turned digital artist, Angela takes us through the highs, the lows, and the straight-up WTF moments of her layoff journey—from inequitable quotas and being gaslit in meetings, to launching her bold new art brand after nine months of job-hunting fru…
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Send us a text What happens after you toss your cap in the air… and the real world hits harder than expected? In this episode of The Reboot Era, Dray sits down with A’jadynn Coleman, a recent marketing graduate from UMass Dartmouth, who opens up about navigating her post-grad life with honesty, humility, and hustle. From working at a salon while jo…
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Regardless of your gender, we've all had that moment in life...the one where we see what we think is a shining example of who we want to be. THAT GUY. You know, the one who walks into a room with quiet confidence, shows up with discipline, and somehow makes it all look easy. But what if becoming "that guy" wasn’t about hype, hustle, or perfection? …
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