//podcastplus.net/feed/cultivated-growth-academy~475d9fb8 Career Development, Job Search Strategies, Planning and Personal Development; we are diving into all topics on how to love your best life today - hit play now and subscribe so you don't miss another show!For show notes and downloadable extras, head to cultivatedgrowthacademy.comTo keep the conversation going, connect with me on Instagram @cultivatedgrowthacademy Wed, 27 May 2026 05:39:49 +0000 https://anchor.fm/s/21ac7f44/podcast/play/18959131/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2020-11-03%2F012216f6ecf3008bbf1bb5d199e5b3b7.m4a In our last post, we did a high level overview of what an informational interview was and the benefits of conducting them (more on that here) but I want to give you more than another item on a to-do list for your job search and career development. I want to set you up for success.So, today we are going to talk about how to prepare for your informational interview and what you should keep in mind to make the most of this opportunity.Grab a pen and paper because this episode is going to be jam packed with goodness. I'm rolling out more content on who and what to ask in these important meetings so don't forget to subscribe so you get the updates as they are published!If you want more notes and support, check out the show notes on CultivatedGrowthAcademy.com or head to Instagram @cultivatedgrowthacademy to chat with me directly. Tue, 03 Nov 2020 16:32:37 +0000 https://anchor.fm/s/21ac7f44/podcast/play/18959131/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2020-11-03%2F012216f6ecf3008bbf1bb5d199e5b3b7.m4a https://anchor.fm/s/21ac7f44/podcast/play/18959131/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2020-11-03%2F012216f6ecf3008bbf1bb5d199e5b3b7.m4a In our last post, we did a high level overview of what an informational interview was and the benefits of conducting them (more on that here) but I want to give you more than another item on a to-do list for your job search and career development. I want to set you up for success.So, today we are going to talk about how to prepare for your informational interview and what you should keep in mind to make the most of this opportunity.Grab a pen and paper because this episode is going to be jam packed with goodness. I'm rolling out more content on who and what to ask in these important meetings so don't forget to subscribe so you get the updates as they are published!If you want more notes and support, check out the show notes on CultivatedGrowthAcademy.com or head to Instagram @cultivatedgrowthacademy to chat with me directly. Tue, 03 Nov 2020 16:32:37 +0000 https://anchor.fm/s/21ac7f44/podcast/play/18959131/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2020-11-03%2F012216f6ecf3008bbf1bb5d199e5b3b7.m4a https://anchor.fm/s/21ac7f44/podcast/play/18959131/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2020-11-03%2F012216f6ecf3008bbf1bb5d199e5b3b7.m4a In our last post, we did a high level overview of what an informational interview was and the benefits of conducting them (more on that here) but I want to give you more than another item on a to-do list for your job search and career development. I want to set you up for success.So, today we are going to talk about how to prepare for your informational interview and what you should keep in mind to make the most of this opportunity.Grab a pen and paper because this episode is going to be jam packed with goodness. I'm rolling out more content on who and what to ask in these important meetings so don't forget to subscribe so you get the updates as they are published!If you want more notes and support, check out the show notes on CultivatedGrowthAcademy.com or head to Instagram @cultivatedgrowthacademy to chat with me directly. Tue, 03 Nov 2020 16:32:37 +0000 https://anchor.fm/s/21ac7f44/podcast/play/18959131/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2020-11-03%2F012216f6ecf3008bbf1bb5d199e5b3b7.m4a https://anchor.fm/s/21ac7f44/podcast/play/18955366/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2020-09-02%2F8c882857a69424ad74ba5f151c74610a.m4a So often I talk about not just finding a job, but the right job, the right fit, the right alignment of values. We spend 90,000 hours in our place of work over the course of our lives, so finding the right job makes a big difference in how we spend that time.When preparing for career change or jumping back into the workforce, clients are often asking how they know if they are working toward the right job.The best tip I have for them and for you is to conduct informational interviews.Today we will talk about the 10 benefits and 5 myths to bust about informational interviews. Let's dive in. Be sure to subscribe because we are going to roll out the best tips for asking for and making the most of a meeting just like this in the next episode. To follow along with the show notes, head to cultivatedgrowthacademy.com and be sure to follow along on Instagram.  Wed, 02 Sep 2020 12:42:59 +0000 https://anchor.fm/s/21ac7f44/podcast/play/18955366/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2020-09-02%2F8c882857a69424ad74ba5f151c74610a.m4a https://anchor.fm/s/21ac7f44/podcast/play/18955366/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2020-09-02%2F8c882857a69424ad74ba5f151c74610a.m4a So often I talk about not just finding a job, but the right job, the right fit, the right alignment of values. We spend 90,000 hours in our place of work over the course of our lives, so finding the right job makes a big difference in how we spend that time.When preparing for career change or jumping back into the workforce, clients are often asking how they know if they are working toward the right job.The best tip I have for them and for you is to conduct informational interviews.Today we will talk about the 10 benefits and 5 myths to bust about informational interviews. Let's dive in. Be sure to subscribe because we are going to roll out the best tips for asking for and making the most of a meeting just like this in the next episode. To follow along with the show notes, head to cultivatedgrowthacademy.com and be sure to follow along on Instagram.  Wed, 02 Sep 2020 12:42:59 +0000 https://anchor.fm/s/21ac7f44/podcast/play/18955366/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2020-09-02%2F8c882857a69424ad74ba5f151c74610a.m4a https://anchor.fm/s/21ac7f44/podcast/play/18955366/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2020-09-02%2F8c882857a69424ad74ba5f151c74610a.m4a So often I talk about not just finding a job, but the right job, the right fit, the right alignment of values. We spend 90,000 hours in our place of work over the course of our lives, so finding the right job makes a big difference in how we spend that time.When preparing for career change or jumping back into the workforce, clients are often asking how they know if they are working toward the right job.The best tip I have for them and for you is to conduct informational interviews.Today we will talk about the 10 benefits and 5 myths to bust about informational interviews. Let's dive in. Be sure to subscribe because we are going to roll out the best tips for asking for and making the most of a meeting just like this in the next episode. To follow along with the show notes, head to cultivatedgrowthacademy.com and be sure to follow along on Instagram.  Wed, 02 Sep 2020 12:42:59 +0000 https://anchor.fm/s/21ac7f44/podcast/play/18955366/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2020-09-02%2F8c882857a69424ad74ba5f151c74610a.m4a https://anchor.fm/s/21ac7f44/podcast/play/17878475/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2020-08-11%2F2fa5c3bb5d7beb004ac8bd728095f2f8.m4a It’s important to prepare for the types of questions that interviewers tend to ask and although they might be phrased differently or prompted through creative approaches, many interviewers are looking to get a good understanding of who you are and what you bring to the workplace. Today we are going to walk through the 10 most common questions you'll be asked and how to prepare your answers. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss new content as it rolls out, and check the show notes for more resources and tips to set you up for success.  Tue, 11 Aug 2020 17:52:53 +0000 https://anchor.fm/s/21ac7f44/podcast/play/17878475/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2020-08-11%2F2fa5c3bb5d7beb004ac8bd728095f2f8.m4a https://anchor.fm/s/21ac7f44/podcast/play/15440646/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2020-08-04%2F563489c07c0acfb4b59cc5f61c323873.m4a Job seekers often find themselves in the mindset of this phrase and a tunnel vision for getting to the next job. This quickly becomes a problem when the overwhelm creeps in and job-seeking begins to bring about feelings of failure, negativity, and frustration. Today we will talk through the 5 important steps to consider when job searching to prevent overwhelm and burnout. You’ll walk away with really great (and easy) strategies to put into place for those moments of need and to ensure that you are moving productively through the job-seeking process.Subscribe to the podcast to get the most up to date content and support as it rolls out and be sure to head over to cultivatedgrowthacademy.com for the resources that go along with this episode! Tue, 04 Aug 2020 21:14:46 +0000 https://anchor.fm/s/21ac7f44/podcast/play/15440646/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2020-08-04%2F563489c07c0acfb4b59cc5f61c323873.m4a https://anchor.fm/s/21ac7f44/podcast/play/15440646/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2020-08-04%2F563489c07c0acfb4b59cc5f61c323873.m4a Job seekers often find themselves in the mindset of this phrase and a tunnel vision for getting to the next job. This quickly becomes a problem when the overwhelm creeps in and job-seeking begins to bring about feelings of failure, negativity, and frustration. Today we will talk through the 5 important steps to consider when job searching to prevent overwhelm and burnout. You’ll walk away with really great (and easy) strategies to put into place for those moments of need and to ensure that you are moving productively through the job-seeking process.Subscribe to the podcast to get the most up to date content and support as it rolls out and be sure to head over to cultivatedgrowthacademy.com for the resources that go along with this episode! Tue, 04 Aug 2020 21:14:46 +0000 https://anchor.fm/s/21ac7f44/podcast/play/15440646/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2020-08-04%2F563489c07c0acfb4b59cc5f61c323873.m4a https://anchor.fm/s/21ac7f44/podcast/play/15441111/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2020-07-21%2F8108e9f882fcc5478fd271974ae54840.m4a You’ve rocked the interview and you know it and now you just have to wait for the call. It comes, but it wasn’t what you expected.They’ve gone with someone else.What are your first thoughts?“I blew it.”It’s natural to have thoughts spring up especially if there was a lot of emotion tied to an outcome that didn’t go as planned. We all need a little breathing room from time to time when we’ve had our hearts set on something and the stars didn’t quite align.But then, we have an opportunity.We can choose. Your mindset has the power to shift and change. It deeply influences your physiology and responses to external stimuli and is incredibly adaptable; moment to moment we might view the same situation a different way. Check out the show notes at Cultivated Growth Academy and subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss new episodes as they roll out. You've got goals and we're here to help you reach them.Let's do this - hit play now.  Tue, 21 Jul 2020 15:31:01 +0000 https://anchor.fm/s/21ac7f44/podcast/play/15441111/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2020-07-21%2F8108e9f882fcc5478fd271974ae54840.m4a