Best Howtogetinthedriversseat Podcasts (2025)

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Finding Your North Star: Faith, Resilience, and Career Ownership 29:59

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Welcome to another powerful episode of The Power of Owning Your Career podcast! Have you ever wondered what it truly takes to pivot from a successful corporate path to building your own empire, all while navigating life's biggest challenges? This week, host Simone E. Morris interviews the phenomenal Dr. Cree Scott—founder and CEO of Serenity Psy Co…

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Embracing Discomfort and Asking Bold Questions to Own Your Career 35:06

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Are you feeling stuck in your career, wondering how to truly take the reins and drive your own destiny? In this powerful episode of The Power of Owning Your Career, host Simone E. Morris sits down with the brilliant Amira Barger, Executive Vice President and Head of DEI Advisory at Edelman and author of the upcoming, must-read book, The Price of Ni…

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From Burnout to Breakthrough: Reclaiming Your Power Through Self-Leadership 27:19

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Take control of your career path! In this vibrant episode of The Power of Owning Your Career Podcast, Simone E. Morris interviews Elizabeth Lotardo, a renowned consultant, LinkedIn Learning instructor, Harvard Business Review contributor, and author of the new book Leading Yourself: Find More Joy, Meaning and Opportunities in the Job You Already Ha…

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Purpose, Strategy, and Building Limitless Careers 30:22

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Episode Overview: Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Power of Owning Your Career podcast! This week, host Simone Morris sits down with the dynamic Jackie Grice, speaker, bestselling co-author, and CEO who built a multimillion-dollar transportation company from the ground up. Jackie shares her remarkable journey, including transitioning fro…

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Escaping Toxic Work Environments and Building Career Resilience 24:30

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Welcome to another insightful episode of the Power of Owning Your Career podcast! This week, host Simone Morris sits down with the ever-authentic Jeff Davis, award-winning author, professional speaker, consultant, and mental health advocate. Known as "Mr. Mountaintop" for his deep insights and realness, Jeff returns to the show to discuss his upcom…

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How Motherhood Reshapes Ambition and Purpose in Your Career 27:14

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Welcome to this week's episode of The Power of Owning Your Career Podcast! Today, Simone E. Morris is joined by the inspiring Dr. Anne Welsh—a psychologist, executive coach, and consultant dedicated to empowering women leaders and supporting working parents. With a rich background at Harvard and deep expertise in maternal mental health, Dr. Welsh s…

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Designing Your Career for Impact: Lessons in Leadership and Growth 27:21

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Welcome back to The Power of Owning Your Career Podcast! In this episode, host Simone Morris sits down with technology executive Irina Dymarsky, a trailblazer known for leading complex, transformative initiatives and currently serving as the head of IT at Avixa. Irina opens up about her career journey—from a childhood ambition of becoming a busines…

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Recognizing Your Worth and Self Advocacy 38:59

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Welcome back to The Power of Owning Your Career Podcast! In this special encore episode, host Simone Morris revisits a powerful conversation with Bhavna Bartholf, a trailblazing leader who spent over two decades at Microsoft and is now Executive Vice President of Commercial Sales and Strategy at another top organization. Bhavna takes us on an inspi…

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How to Command Any Room and Boost Your Career with Confidence 24:43

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In an engaging return to The Power of Owning Your Career Podcast, Simone Morris reconnects with the brilliant Bridgett McGowen, renowned for her expertise in communication and presentation skills. This episode is packed with invaluable insights on how to own your professional narrative in today's competitive landscape. Simone and Bridgett delve int…

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The Key to Career Ownership: Learning, Healing, and Building the Right Relationships 29:54

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Welcome to The Power of Owning Your Career Podcast This week, host Simone E. Morris shares her journey to help you take control of your career. She explores the transformative power of being in the "driver's seat" and shows how taking ownership—rather than remaining passive—can dramatically change your professional trajectory. Based on Season 14's …

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The Power of Branding and Career Advancement 27:03

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Ready to revolutionize your career strategy? This week's "The Power of Owning Your Career" features Hector Pachas, a headshot photographer who's more than just a visual storyteller – he's a career catalyst! Dive into his inspiring pandemic-driven pivot, learning how he leveraged his IT background to redefine personal branding through powerful, pers…

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Say Yes To Opportunities 28:46

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Welcome to this week's inspiring episode of The Power of Owning Your Career podcast. Today, we're thrilled to welcome Matt Stephenson, the CEO and co-founder of Code to College. Based in Austin, Texas, Code to College is making a powerful impact by creating a national network of diverse college-going technical talent. Their mission? To empower high…

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Unlocking Career Growth by Embracing Risk and Networking 28:12

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Welcome to this week's exciting episode of The Power of Owning Your Career Podcast! I'm thrilled to bring you a dynamic and insightful conversation with Kira Deneen, a seasoned genetics counselor and the brilliant mind behind the popular DNA Today podcast. And here's a special treat – this was a live recording! Head over to our YouTube Channel to w…

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Navigating Career Pivots and Building a Legacy with Integrity 30:08

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Welcome back to the Power of Owning Your Career Podcast! Simone Morris is joined by Dan Castle, a 30-year career veteran with a story you won't want to miss. From astronaut dreams to tech leadership, Dan's journey is a masterclass in embracing change and leveraging your strengths. He'll share his invaluable insights on career strategy, networking, …

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Leadership Lessons: Advocacy, AI, and Your Professional Development 13:35

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Kick off Season 14 of The Power of Owning Your Career with Simone Morris! This premiere is packed with real-life lessons from Simone's work with the Alzheimer's Association, plus a deep dive into the evolving DEI landscape. Get ready for actionable career tips, including how to use Google Alerts to stay ahead in your industry. We're also tackling A…

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S13 Episode 13 - The Power of Networking with Amanda Butlett 27:39

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In this episode, Amanda Butlett, a seasoned professional celebrating over 20 years in cybersecurity, shares her incredible journey with us. From overcoming personal challenges like dyslexia to navigating career transitions, Amanda’s story is one of resilience and inspiration. Listen as she discusses her pivotal moments, the importance of networking…

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S13 Episode 12 - Finding and Following Your True Passion with Brandice Daniel 34:17

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Host, Simone Morris, had the pleasure of chatting with Brandice Daniel, the incredible founder of Harlem's Fashion Row. Brandice shared her journey of relentless determination and how decision-making empowered her to transform setbacks into a platform for Black designers. We talked about the importance of a support system, finding purpose beyond on…

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S13 Episode 11 - Redesign Your Career On Your Terms with Simone Morris 19:37

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Join Simone Morris, host of the Power of Owning Your Career podcast, as she discusses redesigning your career on your own terms. She talks about the importance of giving yourself permission, the necessity of having a clear vision, and the steps to transform that vision into an actionable plan. Whether you're contemplating a career shift or enhancin…

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S13 Episode 10 - Re-Release Finding The Inspiration with Fran Pastore 33:29

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This week, Simone is re-releasing her episode from Season 9 with Fran Pastore, CEO & Founder of the Women's Business Development Council as her guest on the podcast. Fran's story is so inspirational and she shares things you can do today to get into the driver's seat with your career - so be sure to have a pencil and paper nearby to take notes! You…

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S13 Episode 9: Navigating 2024 Real Talk with Simone 26:32

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In this Real Talk episode, the host of the Power of Owning Your Career Podcast, Simone Morris, shares some heartfelt updates, including her new audiobook release "52 Tips for Owning Your Career." She also dives into the importance of being authentic at work, and gives practical tips on what to do when your results don't match your efforts. She disc…

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S13 Episode 8 - Designing Success with Steve Griggs 23:01

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Welcome to this week's episode of The Power of Owning Your Career podcast! Simone welcomed the inspiring Steve Griggs, New York's premier landscape designer, to the podcast to share his 40-year journey from humble beginnings with a wheelbarrow to being a sought-after expert. Steve's secret? Do what you say when you say you'll do it. He emphasizes t…

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S13 Episode 7 - Balancing Motherhood and Entrepreneurship with Anita Anello 29:16

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This episode, Simone welcomes an exceptional entrepreneur and mother, Anita Anello, to the show. Anita's journey is nothing short of inspiring—she successfully retired early from corporate America and now lives her life on purpose, fully embracing her roles at home and in her entrepreneurial ventures. Anita shares her story of transitioning from an…

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S13 Episode 6 - Maximizing Your Career Potential with Jenny Mitchell 30:49

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In this episode of the Power of Owning Your Career podcast. Host, Simone E. Morris sat down with Jenny Mitchell, the visionary mind behind Chavender and author of Embracing Ambition: Empowering Women to Step Out, Be Seen, and Lead. Jenny shared her incredible journey from classical musician to chief visionary officer, diving deep into career pivots…

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S13 Episode 5 - Navigating Career Transitions with Tom Powner 28:11

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In this episode, host Simone Morris welcomes Tom Powner, the founder of CareerThinker.com to the podcast. Tom has established himself as an industry leader in career education and mentorship, delivering over 300 workshops, seminars, and webinars since 2011. Known as a LinkedIn power user and a nationally certified online profile expert, Tom shared …

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S13 Episode 4 Navigating Career Paths and Professional Development with Karen Senteio 27:00

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On this episode of The Power Of Owning Your Career podcast, host Simone Morris welcomes the fabulous executive career coach, Karen Senteio to the podcast. Together they dive deep into Karen's career journey, shifting from corporate to her true calling. She shares insights on embracing agility, informed risk-taking, and the importance of seeing thin…