Best Careerpivot Podcasts (2025)

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When Life Breaks: Rebuilding Identity and Purpose with Carol Lin 35:22

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What happens when the life you've built suddenly breaks? And what if the breaking ends up setting you free? In this episode of No More Mondays, Angie Callen speaks with Carol Lin — award-winning journalist, former CNN/ABC anchor, and author of When News Breaks: A Memoir of Love and War. Carol spent decades reporting from war zones, natural disaster…

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Midweek Momentum: You Don't Have to Do It All with Alyssa Nolta 2:26

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Sometimes doing less means leading more. In this Wednesday's Double Shot, Alyssa Nolte, host of Taking Back Monday, shares the pivotal belief she let go of — that she had to do everything herself. Her insight, "I'm killing your growth by not allowing you to help," is a powerful reminder that letting go creates space for others (and you) to grow. #M…

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Authentic Content in an AI World: Standing Out in the Sea of Sameness with Kenya Kelly 35:08

8d ago35:08

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What does it really take to stand out online when the internet feels full of recycled content, identical advice, and templated personalities? In this episode of No More Mondays, Angie Callen sits down with Kenya Kelly—video marketing strategist, CEO of If You Create It, and one of the most recognizable voices in short-form content—to break down how…

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How TV Exec Simmy Kustanowitz Turned Impractical Experience into Creative Problem Solving 33:31

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Simmy Kustanowitz spent the bulk of his career working in television production. From the moment he took a job as an intern for "The Daily Show," he fell in love with the industry. After college, he climbed the ranks. His first job as an NBC page gave way to a gig as a production assistant for MTV, where he worked on a variety of shows. That's wher…

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Midweek Momentum: Start Your Day with Greatness with Andre Young 6:34

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Greatness isn't a title — it's a choice. In this Wednesday's Double Shot, Andre Young shares the one question he asks himself every morning: "What are you going to do to be great today?" Use it to lead better at work, at home, and in life — one intentional choice at a time. #MidweekMomentum #NoMoreMondaysPodcast #Leadership…

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Adapting to AI Without Losing Your Humanity (with James Varnham) 39:13

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What if the future of work isn't about machines replacing people, but about people learning how to lead alongside machines? In this episode of No More Mondays, Angie Callen sits down with James Varnham — AI trainer, transformation expert, and global business development leader — to unpack what's actually happening inside teams as AI accelerates acr…

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Stop Drifting: How to Own Your Career, Your Life, and Your Brand with Andy Storch 37:33

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Are you drifting through your career… or designing it? This week on No More Mondays, I'm joined by author, keynote speaker, and corporate development expert Andy Storch for a powerhouse conversation on intention, ownership, and how to build a career (and life) that actually feels like yours. Andy shares his personal journey from "career tumbleweed"…

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Midweek Momentum: Flip the Fear with Navid Moosa 4:21

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If fear is keeping you stuck, this one's for you. In this Wednesday's Double Shot, Navid Moosa shares his simple "flip the fear" exercise — a mindset shift that turns hesitation into action. Learn how writing down your fears and their opposites can move you from scarcity to abundance, and from overthinking to forward motion. #MidweekMomentum #NoMor…

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The Currency of Trust: Building Collaborative Intelligence with Holly Hartman 34:26

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In a business world overflowing with automation, AI, and endless "growth hacks," what still drives real success? Trust. This week on No More Mondays Podcast, Angie Callen sits down with Holly Hartman — multi-venture founder, speaker, and community architect — to explore how collaboration, connection, and trust fuel the modern business landscape. Fr…

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Are You in the "Right Place, Right Time?" | Midweek Momentum with Stacey Brown Randall 4:19

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Success isn't about luck. It's about consistency. In this Wednesday's Double Shot, Stacey Brown Randall debunks the "right place, right time" myth and shares why showing up everywhere your people are is what actually creates momentum. 🎧 Tune in for a quick reminder that opportunity isn't random — it's earned through intention, visibility, and persi…

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Why People Buy You: Midweek Momentum with Adam McChesney 9:13

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In this Double Shot from my conversation with Adam McChesney, we talk about one of the most important truths in business today: people don't buy the logo — they buy you. Adam shares how leaning into his personal brand transformed his business, attracted the right clients, and helped him stand out in a crowded industry. It's a quick, powerful remind…

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His Second Act Began With A Double Espresso 23:23

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If you like coffee, you're going to love Mike Ayar's second act. Mike ran a highly successful software company for 24 years. With a niche focus, his organization served pest control companies, an industry Mike describes as "the absolute best service business in the world in terms of recurring revenue." In 2002 a private equity company began pursuin…

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Build a Career by Design with Nik Agharkar 40:23

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What if the best careers aren't found… they're built? This week on No More Mondays Podcast, host Angie Callen is joined by Nikhil (Nik) Agharkar — tax attorney, wealth advisor, and fellow Carnegie Mellon University alum — who proves that even in structured, traditional industries like law and finance, you can design a career on your own terms. Nik …

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Everything Is a Negotiation: Midweek Momentum with Susie Tomenchok 7:53

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In this Double Shot from my conversation with Susie Tomenchok, we explore what it really means to negotiate — and it's not just about deals or dollar signs. Susie reminds us that everything is a negotiation, from daily interactions with coworkers to the conversations we have at home. When we shift our mindset from "winning" to simply connecting, ne…

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The Teamwork Trap: When Collaboration Kills Creativity with Neelu Kaur 34:03

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Collaboration is supposed to fuel innovation, but what if too much of it is actually slowing you down? This week on No More Mondays, Angie Callen talks with Neelu Kaur, organizational psychologist, keynote speaker, and author of Be Your Own Cheerleader, about what she calls "the teamwork trap." From endless meetings that drain creativity to the hid…

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The Spice Girl Rule for Clarity and Action: Midweek Momentum with Terry Weaver 4:03

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In this Double Shot from my conversation with Terry Weaver, we explore what he calls "The Spice Girl Rule" — a simple (and surprisingly fun) way to uncover what you really, really want. Terry shares how asking the right questions can help us move from dreaming to doing, and why most people never actually start their thing. This short, high-energy c…

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Humanizing Communication: How to Speak With People (Not At Them) with Jason Raitz 43:05

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Average communication costs us more than we think. Trust, opportunities, and connection...the list goes on. In this episode of No More Mondays, Angie Callen sits down with Jason Raitz, founder of Speak With People, to explore how leaders and professionals can transform the way they communicate. From building bridges instead of walls to turning curi…

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The Unlikely Gift of Adversity: Finding Purpose Through Challenge with Diane M. Simard 39:37

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What if adversity didn't just test you but transformed you? In this week's episode of No More Mondays, Angie Callen sits down with Diane M. Simard, business strategist, author, and mental health advocate, to talk about the unexpected clarity and purpose that can emerge from life's hardest seasons. Diane's journey from corporate leadership to champi…

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Stop Hiding, Share the Message: Midweek Momentum with Sebastian Rusk 5:05

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In this Double Shot from my conversation with Sebastian Rusk, we get a bold reminder to stop sitting on the sidelines and start sharing our ideas. Sebastian's famous line — "Podcasts suck if you don't have one" — isn't really just about podcasting. It's about showing up, putting your message into the world, and letting it reach the people who need …

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Reboot 26 | Season 1 Finale - A Letter to My Pre-Laid Off Self 12:16

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Send us a text When I started The Reboot Era five months ago, I had just been laid off and was staring down one of the hardest job markets in recent memory. What began as a way to process my own story quickly grew into something bigger — 25+ conversations about layoffs, pivots, side hustles, resilience, and rebuilding. In this 12-minute season fina…

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From Command to Connection: Modern Leadership with Christopher Sprague 37:02

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Forceful, command-and-control leadership isn't just outdated; it's limiting results. In this episode of No More Mondays, Angie Callen sits down with Christopher Sprague, CEO of Enluma Leadership Group, to explore why extraordinary performance comes from putting people first. Drawing on his Fortune 100 experience and his work at Enluma, Chris shares…

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Reboot 25 | LU7 - Inside DEI: The Work You Don’t See (and Why It Matters) 45:10

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Send us a text Last guest episode of the season and it's with a thoughtful, candid conversation about DEI with Lilian Argueta—first-gen American, Human Development grad (UCSD), and DEI operator with experience at UC San Diego, UC Santa Cruz, Google, and CrowdStrike. Context & Care: This is a sensitive subject. We’re not here to argue, but to share …

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A Mother, a Miracle, and a Mission: Kristin Connor's Journey to CURE Childhood Cancer 31:45

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Kristin Connor was living a typical life as a business litigation attorney, a job she held for about a decade and absolutely loved. Then, while she was pregnant with her second child, everything changed. Her unborn son was diagnosed with an unusual form of neuroblastoma, a cancer that's rare in children to begin with, and almost unheard of in unbor…

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Reboot 24 | RR7 - The Future Belongs to the Unconventional: Vivian’s Story 33:44

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Send us a text In this episode of The Reboot Era, I reconnect with my fellow Bryant University alum Vivian to explore her unconventional career path — one defined by global adventures, freelancing experiments, and fearless reinvention. After graduating in International Economics, Vivian skipped the corporate route to pursue a fellowship in LA, a cu…

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Reboot 23 | MM4 - Rebooting the Job Search with AI: A Conversation with Jobbyo’s Co-Founder 40:32

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Send us a text In this episode of The Reboot Era Podcast, host Dray Jankowski sits down with Hilary Torn, co-founder of Jobbyo, to talk about burnout, failed startups, and the messy reality of career pivots. Hilary shares: Her unconventional path to becoming a co-founder (spoiler: it started on Reddit) How multiple failed startups prepared her for …

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Your Mission Is More Important Than Your Mug: Midweek Momentum with Ryan Koral 3:52

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In this Double Shot from my conversation with Ryan Koral, we dig into a challenge most of us face: comparison. Ryan shares how he overcame the excuses and insecurities that were holding him back from creating content by focusing on his mission instead of his appearance. *Your mission is more important than your mug* It's a powerful reminder that wh…

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Reboot 22 | RR6 - Go Lancer; The Only Workspace Freelancers Need 29:51

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Send us a text Guest: Valentina — Founder of Go Lancer, a centralized freelancer workspace (tasks/projects, time tracking, invoicing, booking, AI income forecasts). Started Jan 2025; now in beta. We cover: Why freelancers don’t need another marketplace—they need a workspace The feature set: projects, tasks, timers, invoices (1-click), booking, AI n…

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Say Yes: Building Careers and Communities Through Connection with Greg Wasserman 38:27

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What still moves the needle in a world of AI, ghosting, and endless cold emails? Real human connection. In this episode of No More Mondays, Angie Callen sits down with Greg Wasserman, Head of Relationships at RSS.com and a master of the warm introduction. From Yahoo sales to startup community-building, Greg has spent more than 20 years proving that…

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The Rhetoric Triangle Every Leader Needs: Midweek Momentum with Cindy Skalicky 10:34

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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…