Best Executive Speech Coaching Podcasts (2025)

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Leadership and the Lost Art of Listening with Julian Treasure 53:42

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From snapping shrimp to blue whales, from silence to soundscapes, we cover: Why diversity of opinion is vital in leadership How sound affects everything from productivity to health Simple daily practices to instantly improve your listening, and be heard more clearly in return What business gets wrong about audio—and how to fix it The importance of …

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315: Free Speech, At-Will Employment, and Protecting Your Career 19:15

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Send us a text The line between personal expression and professional consequences has never been more blurred. With recent headlines putting workplace conduct and public statements in the spotlight, many mid-career professionals are asking a tough question: Could what I say cost me my job? In this episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast, we unpack wh…

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ICC 5-9, Bill Kasko, President & CEO, Frontline Source Group Staffing & Recruiting Firm, with Sindy Thomas 58:25

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Send us a text Bill Kasko is President & CEO of Frontline Source Group, a nationally recognized award-winning staffing and recruiting firm. He has been a valued contributor to the Beige Book Committee for the Dallas Federal Reserve, providing critical insights on employment trends and labor market conditions that inform national economic policy dec…

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314: Interview Tip: How Personal AI Stories Make You Memorable in Interviews 19:19

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Send us a text At some point in your career, you will be asked how you’ve used AI. Most candidates will talk about optimizing resumes or practicing interview questions, but what if your answer could be more memorable? In this episode, I share a deeply personal story about saying goodbye to my beloved cat, Amy Farrah Meowler, and how I turned to Cha…

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313: When Being Qualified Isn't Enough with Gina Riley 38:00

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Send us a text Why do some highly qualified candidates land the job while others get passed over? The answer often lies in how well they tell their career story. In this episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast, Career Transition Coach and Forbes Coaches Council member Gina Riley, joins me to share insider strategies from her experience at Intel and a…

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AFSPA Talks 2ndMD 22:44

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Today, we answer the question of what to do when facing a serious diagnosis. Where do you turn and when? What are the next steps? FSBP members in the United States can access an expert second opinion program from 2ndMD. Nurse Kim Rebec joins us to talk about the ins and outs of this service, which is available at no charge to FSBP members in the U.…

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312: How One Mid-Career Professional Landed His Ideal Job After 125 Applications with Chris Bond 37:31

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Send us a text If you’re in the middle of a job search and feeling frustrated by the lack of responses, this episode is a must-listen. Today, I’m joined by Chris Bond, who candidly shares the data from his six-month job search in 2025. His story sheds light on what’s working, and what’s not, in today’s competitive mid-career job market. Chris appli…

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311: FAQ About Mid-Career Job Search Frustrations: How to Stay Confident, Stand Out, and Move Forward 23:17

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Send us a text Are you tired of sending out job applications and hearing nothing back? Wondering if you’re overqualified or not qualified enough? If you’re a mid-career professional struggling in today’s competitive and employer-driven job market, this episode is for you. In this episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast, I’m answering some of the most…

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Ep. 210: Hugh Catts, Ph.D. - Reading Comprehension: Not a One-Size-Fits-All Skill 56:41

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Send us a text Reading comprehension isn’t a checklist skill. It’s an active process shaped by what students know and how they think. With the nation's attention laser focused on promoting literacy outcomes in K-12 education, too often, comprehension is treated as a skill to be mastered through activities such as finding the main idea or making inf…

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ICC 5-8, Nick Jain, CEO, Idea Scale, with Sindy Thomas 32:24

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Send us a text Nick Jain is a visionary leader who has navigated a diverse career path, from hedge funds to tech innovation, scaling multiple businesses along the way. His background spans private equity, AI-driven software development, and leadership across various industries. Nick offers a unique perspective on career development and strategic gr…

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310: Level Up Your Leadership: Michelle Myers’ Proven Strategies for Women to Stay Visible and Influential 34:35

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Send us a text In 2025’s rapidly shifting workplace, women leaders face a unique set of challenges: staff cutbacks, fewer advancement opportunities, and the persistent shadow of imposter syndrome. For mid-career professionals, the pressure to remain visible, relevant, and confident has never been higher. In this episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcas…

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AFSPA Talks Breastfeeding 29:25

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August is Breastfeeding Awareness Month. Mary Rood Cunningham, a Senior Client Success Manager at Maven Clinic, and Dr. Viraj Radia, a pediatrician with Maven Clinic, join us to discuss breastfeeding's benefits, best practices, and obstacles. To learn more about Maven Clinic and to join at no cost for FSBP Members around the globe, check out www.ma…

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Ep. 209: Mickey Smith Jr. - Students, You Matter to Me! 54:19

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Send us a text Children in general, and students to be specific, are incredibly sensitive to the expectations of the adults in their lives; particularly their teachers. A study by Rubie-Davies and colleagues showed that in two sets of 2nd through 7th grade students, in spite of the similar levels of reading achievement at the start of the year, the…

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309: Build Your Mid-Career Networking Strategy Now 23:05

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Send us a text If you’re a mid-career professional feeling stuck in your job, the thought of “networking” might make you cringe. Maybe it feels transactional, forced, or just plain awkward. But when networking is done “right,” it doesn’t feel like networking at all. In fact, it can be fun and energizing. In this episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcas…

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ICC - 5-7 Adam Spencer, Sports Agent& Sports Business Consultant-Strategist, with Sindy Thomas 35:33

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Send us a text Adam L Spencer, a Sports & Entertainment Agent and Sports Business Consultant-Strategist and leds The SPENCER GROUP INTERNATIONAL. Mr. Spencer is trained in Sports Administration, Sports and Media Communications, Athlete Representation, and Youth Sports Administration. He brings over 20 years of professional and personal experience a…

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Ep. 208: Dr. Garry McGiboney - Reimagining Learning Engagement 1:04:53

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Send us a text As students get ready to return to school this fall, the post-pandemic norm of plummeted student engagement rises to the top as a deep and wide concern for teachers, parents, families, educational leaders, and policymakers. However, we should be careful about HOW we describe, assess, or remedy engagement. Stakeholders need to be caut…

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308: Quick Fixes Don’t Work for Your Mid-Career Job Search (And What to Do Instead) 24:34

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Send us a text Are you tempted by the bold career promises flooding your social media feed like “land your dream job in 30 days” or “double your income using AI”? For mid-career professionals navigating job dissatisfaction, these flashy shortcuts can feel like a lifeline. But the truth? Real career growth isn’t about gimmicks. It’s about strategy, …

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Making Your Message Stick in a Noisy World with Jennifer Kaplan 46:55

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Jennifer Kaplan is the founder and CEO of Evolve Public Relations and Marketing, a premier PR agency she established in 2010 to help businesses and professionals authentically tell their stories. With a communications degree from Arizona State University and an entrepreneurial spirit, Jennifer has dedicated her career to elevating brands, building …

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307: Should You Use AI to Write Your Cover Letter? 5 Tips to Help You Decide 19:14

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Send us a text Ever wondered if ChatGPT, or any AI tool, could just write your cover letter for you? You’re not alone. With today’s competitive job market and the pressure to stand out, many mid-career professionals are turning to AI to help speed up their application process. But here’s the truth: while AI can be a helpful tool, it’s not a shortcu…

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Re-Release of AFSPA Talks Skin Cancer 31:35

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For this week's episode of AFSPA Talks, we revisit an episode from July 2023 about Skin Cancer. Now that it is summertime, we know that many of our listeners will be spending time in the sun. Skin cancer is the most common cancer. To help us understand more about skin cancer, we had Leah B. Jacobson, Sr. Medical Director at Aetna join us. You can s…

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Leadership is a Choice: Redefining Power, Vulnerability & Purpose with Becky Smoke 47:49

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What You’ll Learn: Why real leaders don’t always have the title—or the power How Becky’s Stoic-inspired Choose the Handle That Holds became a guidebook for life and leadership The difference between authentic vulnerability and oversharing A live demo of STOA: a goal-setting tool you’ll want to use immediately How to model leadership for your team, …

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306: Boundaries, Bold Moves, and Building Your Legacy: Insights from NextUp's Rising Stars Conference 21:12

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Send us a text Are you a mid-career professional wondering what legacy you’re leaving behind at work? In today’s competitive job market, career clarity and leadership presence matter more than ever. This episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast offers a powerful reflection on how to take ownership of your professional development and grow into the imp…

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305: Optimize Your LinkedIn About Section in 30 Minutes or Less 13:04

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Send us a text If you're a mid-career professional wondering why your LinkedIn profile isn’t attracting recruiters, the issue might be hiding in plain sight—your About section. In this actionable episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast, John Neral shares a step-by-step guide to transforming your LinkedIn About section to boost visibility, stand out i…

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From Combat Zones to Bestseller Lists: Leadership Lessons with Atlas Aultman 58:54

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What You’ll Learn: Why the “Rule of Three” is a leadership game changer The origin and impact of Atlas’ TEDx talk: Start with Who What pirate leadership teaches us about trust and motivation Why success leaves clues—and how to collect them The mindset shift from chasing opportunities to choosing legacy Leadership Gold: “Every leader I’ve admired ke…

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ICC 5-6 features Brian Williams, Managing Partner and accomplished Trial Lawyer, with Sindy Thomas. 30:17

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Send us a text Brian L. Williams is the Managing Partner at Greenberg Gross LLP. He’s also a distinguished trial lawyer who has served as lead counsel in high-stakes trials across California and Nevada. His practice centers on cases involving sexual abuse, physical assault, employment litigation, and severe injury or wrongful death. Driven by a com…

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304: Speak More Confidently and Calm Your Nerves with David Pope 31:52

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Send us a text If you’ve ever cringed at the sound of your own voice during a Zoom call or playback, you’re not alone. But what if your voice was the key to getting promoted, speaking with more confidence, or finally being seen as a leader? In this episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast, BBC-trained executive voice coach David Pope joins John Neral …

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303: Worried About Losing Your Job? Three Tips to Navigate Career Insecurity 16:59

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Send us a text Do you feel like something’s off at work? Maybe you’ve been left out of meetings, your responsibilities are shrinking, or you're questioning if AI might eventually replace your role. You're not alone and you're not powerless. In this episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast, career coach John Neral tackles the rising wave of career inse…

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302: Ten Signs You Are Blocked from Being Promoted 21:38

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Send us a text If you're working hard, delivering results, and still not advancing in your career, you may be facing more than just bad luck—you could be blocked. In this powerful episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast, career coach John Neral breaks down 10 unmistakable signs that your professional growth is being stifled by internal organizational…

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Dr. Emily Levy, Education Expert & Founder of EBL Coaching 24:29

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Send us a text Dr. Emily Levy an education expert, Founder & director of EBL Coaching, a specialized tutoring program which offers individualized one-on-one home, virtual, and on-site instruction using research-based, multi-sensory techniques. Her research study for which she won a Westinghouse Science and Talent Award resulted in the development o…

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301: Seven Magic Words That Will Transform Your Next Salary Negotiation with Kate Dixon 34:12

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Send us a text One of the best ways to reclaim your confidence in this job market is by learning how to effectively negotiate your next job offer. In this episode, salary negotiation expert and compensation consultant Kate Dixon shares powerful, real-world strategies to help you advocate for your worth without sounding pushy or confrontational. Kat…

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Re-Release of AFSPA Talks Support for LGBTQ+ Youth 52:48

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Happy Pride! For this week's episode, we wanted to share some information that would be helpful to members who have contacted us with questions about care and support for their children who are exploring their identities. We went back into our archive, and we're sharing an episode with Alyssa Clayden, PhD, LICSW, from the Truman Group that we origi…

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300: Celebrating 300 Episodes & Your Mid-Career Journey 31:48

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Send us a text Welcome to a major milestone—Episode 300 of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast! Only 2.6% of podcasts make it this far, and it’s all thanks to YOU—our dedicated listeners navigating the ups and downs of mid-career life. In this special episode, host John Neral reflects on the journey that began during the pandemic and has grown into a go-to …

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Positivity Through the Storm with Dr. Paul Jenkins 53:28

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What You’ll Learn: How adversity can become your most powerful teacher The surprise that “everything’s still in color” after a bankruptcy Why “Don’t be nervous, be at their service” is more than just a sticker—it’s a leadership principle How metacognition gives you the power to shift from victim to agent What the “Influence Quadrant” is—and how it …

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ICC 5-4, Oscar Vasquez, Founder, EstateDocPrep.com, Estate Planning Expert, with Sindy Thomas 28:52

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Send us a text Oscar Vasquez is the founder of EstateDocPrep.com. Oscar an expert in estate planning, helps families and homeowners protect their assets from the high cost of probate. From creating living trusts to avoiding costly estate planning mistakes, Oscar’s insights could save you thousands and provide peace of mind. Listener gifts: Comprehe…

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299: Surviving Work and Navigating Career Stress in 2025 20:47

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Send us a text Feeling overwhelmed, underappreciated, and stuck in a job that drains you? You're not alone. In 2025, mid-career professionals are navigating a volatile job market marked by return-to-office mandates, fear-based management, and increasing workplace toxicity. If you’ve been quietly questioning your career path or struggling to stay sa…

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Season 6: #4 - "The New Standard of Human Transformation with Henry Ammar" 25:32

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What if the life you know you're meant to live is just one shift away—but you’ve been using the wrong tools to unlock it? In this solo episode, Henry Ammar reveals the real reason people stay stuck, even when they’re doing all the “right” things. Henry’s pulling back the curtain on his 28-year obsession: a proven, trauma-informed system that’s help…

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298: The Power of Building Networks That Matter in Today's Job Market with Dahlia Shaewitz 35:29

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Send us a text Feeling stuck in a toxic workplace or misaligned in your career? You're not alone—and you're not powerless. In this powerful episode, Dahlia Shaewitz, founder of Third Sight LLC, joins host John Neral to share career-shifting insights for mid-career professionals seeking clarity, better leadership paths, and more authentic connection…

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Season 6: BONUS EPISODE - "3 Important Elements for Real Growth (Thoughts from Hawaii) with Henry Ammar" 11:37

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In this raw, unfiltered bonus episode of Making It Happen with Henry Ammar, Henry takes a break from leading a transformational retreat in Hawaii to speak directly to your soul—from the heat of a sauna, with roosters crowing in the background, and his heart wide open. This isn’t your typical podcast. Inside this conversation, Henry unpacks the real…

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297: Making a Career Change with More Clarity and Confidence 22:02

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Send us a text Feeling stuck, undervalued, or underutilized in your career? You’re not alone and you’re not lost. In this episode, I unpack how to navigate a meaningful career pivot with clarity, strategy, and confidence. Whether you're reassessing your priorities, reevaluating your strengths, or questioning your current path, this episode will hel…

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AFSPA Talks The Truman Group 31:38

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month. The recent changes to the federal workforce and the uncertainty that continues for many have resulted in mental health concerns for many with ties to federal employment - employees and family members alike. Stress, anxiety, fear, anger, and worry are all understandable reactions, but you do not have to face the…

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Season 6: #3 - "The 5 Levels of Emotional Power: How To Rise From Fear To Freedom with Henry Ammar" 29:37

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What if the patterns driving your life... weren’t you—just outdated survival codes your nervous system picked up to protect you? And what if there was a map to decode them and access unstoppable clarity, inner peace, and real power in EVERYTHING—your impact, income, relationships, even inner peace? In this episode of Making It Happen, Henry drops a…

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296: Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors with Erica Rooney 31:44

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Send us a text What’s Really Holding You Back in Your Career? Ever feel like you’re doing all the right things in your career, but still not moving forward? While it's easy to blame external forces, leadership expert and former Chief People Officer Erica Rooney believes the real barriers may lie much closer to home. In this powerful episode, Erica …

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ICC 5-3, Ed Hajim, Wall Street Executive, Author with Sindy Thomas 53:56

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Send us a text Ed Hajim, son of a Syrian immigrant, is a seasoned Wall Street Executive. He's held senior management positions and has been a CEO and chairman of several boards. He's worked for marque companies--E.F. Hutton and Lehman Brothers to name a few. Now chairman of High Vista, a Boston-based money management firm. In addition he's chairman…

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Season 3|Ep 6: Coach Teaira, Founder of Waist Talk Fitness 23:02

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Talking Cities Podcast with Matt Entice and Friends In this episode join host Beth in an inspiring and energizing conversation with Coach T (Teaira), certified fitness trainer and founder of Waist Talk Fitness—an all-women’s gym dedicated to empowering women through strength training and sisterhood. In this episode, we dive into the impact of Glute…

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Season 6: #2 - "I Can Predict Your Future Based On This ONE Thing with Henry Ammar" 32:21

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There is one thing that’s been quietly controlling your life, keeping you trapped in the same patterns, same results, same limits. This internal pattern has been predicting your future all along—and it’s time to expose it. Once you see it, you can’t unsee it. And once you do, everything shifts. You’ve been hearing it for years: you can be more, you…

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295: Surviving Restructuring, Reorganizations, Layoffs, and RIFs: What Mid-Career Professionals Need to Know 30:09

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Send us a text Navigating a job loss or corporate shakeup? In this must-listen episode, career expert John Neral explains the real differences between restructuring, reorganization, layoffs, and RIFs, and how mid-career professionals can stay grounded through uncertain times. Whether you're affected by government DOGE initiatives, private-sector do…

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Season 6: #1 - "If You Don’t Understand This One Thing, It Will Cost You Everything with Henry Ammar" 24:20

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In the first episode of Season 6 of Making It Happen, Henry Ammar is BACK—and he’s coming in louder, bolder, and more unapologetically powerful than ever. He’s kicking off this new era with the most important message he’s ever shared—one meant for the people who know deep down: There’s another level waiting to be unleashed. You can feel it in your …

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294: Career Help That Won't Break the Bank (But Will Change Your Life) 27:31

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Send us a text The career landscape has changed—and mid-career professionals are feeling the pressure. In this candid and insightful episode, John Neral shares how he’s evolving his coaching business to better serve professionals navigating job searches, career transitions, and workplace uncertainty. After eight years of full-time coaching, John re…

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From Hell Week to Healing — Diego Ugalde 1:32:08

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💡 “What if Hell Week was a Celebration?” Diego failed SEAL training the first time—broken bones, broken dreams, and broken expectations. But it wasn’t the end. He came back ten years later, fully transformed, and turned the infamous Hell Week into moment after moment of gratitude. Lesson: When you reframe suffering as growth, everything changes. “I…

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293: Navigating Career Grief: From CBS Executive to Moonshot Mentor with Laverne McKinnon 33:48

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Send us a text What do you do when a dream job ends in heartbreak? In this eye-opening episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast, host John Neral sits down with Laverne McKinnon, former Senior VP of Drama Development at CBS, to talk about a rarely acknowledged experience: career grief. After leading CBS from last place to first with mega-hits like CSI …