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Episode 319 - When a role disappears or a career stops feeling right, most professionals reach for more control, more effort and more doom scrolling. In this conversation, Professor Stephen G Post explains why generosity, service and “pure unlimited love” are powerful tools for coping with job loss, protecting mental health and realigning your career with a deeper sense of calling.
Recording this episode with Professor Stephen G Post felt very different from my usual conversations about job search strategy. We did not talk much about keywords, ATS or networking scripts. We talked about love, service, calling and what happens to you on the inside when your role disappears or your career stops feeling right.
As you know, most of my clients are senior professionals who have done everything by the book. Good schools, strong performance, promotions. Then something happens. A restructure, a new CEO, a bad boss, burnout. Suddenly the path that once felt stable looks very fragile.
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Timestamps to guide your listening:
- 00:00 Navigating Job Market Challenges
- 09:37 The Journey to Finding One's Calling
- 13:27 Advice for Late Bloomers
- 21:18 The Essence of Pure Unlimited Love
- 28:59 Balancing Altruism and Self-Care
- 31:47 The Impact of Meaningful Volunteering
- 33:27 Healing Through Kindness
- 37:51 The Power of Morning Routines
- 39:41 Connecting with Nature
- 47:32 Understanding Happiness and Flow
Links mentioned in this episode:
- Stephen G. Post's book, Unlimited Love
- Stephen's LinkedIn
- Episode 268 - Career Transitions: A Guide for Corporate Professionals Seeking Change
- Episode 303 - Kyle Samuels returns to share his personal health journey, the lessons it taught him about leadership, and the hiring trends shaping today’s job market. We explore recruitment trends, networking strategies, and how to handle career gaps with confidence.
About the host, Renata Bernarde
Hello, I'm Renata Bernarde, the Host of The Job Hunting Podcast. I'm also an executive coach, job-hunting expert, and career strategist. I teach corporate, non-profit, and public professionals the steps and frameworks to help them find great jobs, change, and advance their careers with confidence and less stress.
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