Careers by Jenn Podcast: Get the Job, Love Your Work, Advance Your Career
304 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 55 ratingsMy name is Jenn Swanson and this is my NEWLY re-branded show called Careers by Jenn (formerly The Communication Diva Podcast.)
I started podcasting as a hobby in 2012 on the broad topic of communication. At the time, I was teaching Human Relation Skills to college students in the healthcare field, and realized that what used to be "common sense" is not really all that common anymore, because communication skills are not intentionally taught much anymore. I didn't have enough class time to cover very much in depth, and so decided I needed a platform on which to expand what I wanted to share with people. So, Communication Diva was born.
My early episodes are quite general, and then once I got to Episode 100 and beyond, I began to focus mainly on career, workplace, job search and self-improvement topics that help you to succeed in the workplace (and in life!) through great and more effective communication.
Then, right after (and before and around) episode 150, I re-branded the name and that is why you will see Careers by Jenn title and artwork from 151 onward!
It's been a journey and a progression.
This show is sometimes just me, waxing eloquent...(haha!) and more often, I interview fascinating guests from all around the globe who offer tips and actionable ways you can get the job, love your work and advance your career. Sometimes we focus on self-growth and personal improvement, and other times we give you step-by-step advice to get something particular done. In any case, thanks for reading this very long description! I hope you find something that resonates here and invite you to join the conversation. (Come join our private Facebook group too, it's called The Careers by Jenn Community.)
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Episodes
303 CBJ: Can The 4 Day Work Week Actually WORK?
March 02, 2023 09:00 - 18 minutes - 27 MBThe 4 day work week is not a new concept, but there is renewed interest given our post-pandemic world and a new study out of the UK. Join in as Jenn shares some research results and discusses the pros and cons of this working configuration.
302 CBJ: From Dream to Reality: Achieving Your Long-Held Goals
February 16, 2023 09:00 - 12 minutes - 18.8 MBHave you been dreaming about doing something for years, but haven't gotten there yet? I had a couple of very big dreams when I was younger, and discovered something interesting very recently that I share in this episode that I hope will inspire you into action. Take a listen as my dreams turned to reality and I achieved two of my long-held goals.
301 CBJ: Destroy Your Limiting Beliefs and Unlock Your True Potential!
February 02, 2023 05:07 - 10 minutes - 15.2 MBThis is the first Careers by Jenn podcast episode in 2 years! In this episode, I come back to talk about becoming aware of your limiting beliefs in order to get rid of them, and therefore being able to unlock your true potential. Short and sweet! Come check out Careers by Jenn on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CareersbyJenn/videos For one-to-one career and mindset coaching visit: https://www.careersbyjenn.com/mindset-and-career-coaching/ To listen to the audio podcast: https://co...
300 CBJ- This is the End My Friend, for Now..
May 06, 2021 08:00 - 26 minutes - 30.7 MBIn this last regular episode of the podcast, Jenn walks down memory lane, shares some clips of memorable episodes and explains what's next. Join her for a bit of nostalgia and find her making mayhem and fun as usual over at Careers by Jenn on YouTube.
299 CBJ- How the Stories We Tell Affect Who We Are with guest Scott Swanson
April 29, 2021 08:00 - 38 minutes - 45.5 MBHow do the stories we tell ourselves and others affect our lives and our careers? Special guest coach and speaker (a.k.a. Scary Voice Dude and Jenn's husband) Scott Swanson shares his wisdom around why stories are critical to our success in all that we do. Access the free Stories Webinar here: https://info.scottrswanson.com/stories
298 CBJ- Level Up Your Presentation Skills With These 7 Tips
April 22, 2021 08:00 - 27 minutes - 32.2 MBDoes public speaking scare you? Do you have to make presentations at work or in other situations and do you want to level up your skills? Here are 7 tips to help you shine in your next presentation.
297 CBJ- Job Search Tips if You're Over 50
April 15, 2021 08:00 - 24 minutes - 29.3 MBAre you over 50 and looking to change careers or find a job? In this episode I share 9 things to think about over and above the usual job search strategies, and these are specifically for you.
296 CBJ- How to Quit Your Job With Class (or how to leave well)
April 08, 2021 08:00 - 22 minutes - 26.5 MBAre you ready to make a career move and have to resign, quit and move on? Here are 11 steps to help you do that with professionalism and class, no matter what the situation.
295 CBJ- Why Hard Work Alone Won't Advance Your Career
April 01, 2021 08:00 - 29 minutes - 34.8 MBThe thinking used to be: work hard and you will be successful. Unfortunately, that is just not always the case. In this podcast, Jenn shares why not and offers ways to add to the hard work in order to have more success in your career advancement.
294 CBJ- Optimize LinkedIn for Your Career Success with guest Justin Nguyen
March 25, 2021 08:00 - 34 minutes - 39.9 MBGuest Justin Nguyen offers solid advice on how to optimize your LinkedIn profile for job search and career success in this podcast episode.
293 CBJ-Find Your True Self- Why Being Authentic is Essential in 2021
March 18, 2021 08:54 - 17 minutes - 21.1 MBWhat does it mean to find your true self, and why is this SO important, especially given the year we've all just come through? Join Jenn in this pondering about authenticity and being real and how it matters to your career and your life.
292 CBJ- Being "Good at It" Doesn't Mean it Should Be Your Career
March 11, 2021 09:00 - 23 minutes - 27.6 MBJust because you are good at something, doesn't mean it should be your career. It could be, but it doesn't need to be. In this episode I tell my career trajectory and offer you some things to think about if you are wondering what to do next.
291 CBJ- 8 Ways to Ace Your Performance Review
March 04, 2021 09:00 - 14 minutes - 17.8 MBDo you have a performance review coming up? Do you want to be proactive and do some planning and thinking about how you are doing before you get to the meeting about it? If yes, this super short episode is for you!
290 CBJ- Why It's Important to Have (and not prevent) Difficult Conversations with Alissa Carpenter
February 25, 2021 09:00 - 43 minutes - 50.4 MBDifficult conversations are...well...difficult and MANY of us do all we can to avoid having them, but today's guest, author and coach Alissa Carpenter offers her wisdom and advice on why and how we should. To connect with Alissa: notokthatsokcoach.com
289 CBJ- Meaningful Work- Myths and Realities
February 18, 2021 09:00 - 24 minutes - 29.4 MBYou hear it in many places: you need to be doing meaningful work. What exactly does that mean and how do you know you are doing it? Today I talk about myths and realities of meaningful work. I hope you tune in. For coaching and more: https://www.careersbyjenn.com/
288 CBJ- Do What You Need To Do, Not What You Should
February 11, 2021 09:00 - 22 minutes - 27 MBAre you "shoulding" yourself? I "should" do this, I "should" do that? This episode is a reflective one in which I ask questions to help you examine whose expectations you are working under, and what you might consider changing in order to find more joy. This podcast contains an invitation to a FREE live class being held on Feb 23rd, 2021 and to a journey Jenn has created in the Huddol Journeys app on Stress and Chaos and Overwhelm. To join the live class, register here: https://www.eventbr...
287 CBJ- Say Yes to Life and No to Feeling Overwhelmed
February 04, 2021 09:00 - 20 minutes - 24.1 MBThis podcast contains a podcast created by Huddol Journeys in which Jenn is interviewed by host Mark Stolow on the subject of stress and overwhelm. It is a preview to a live class being held on Feb 23rd, 2021 and to a journey Jenn has created in the Huddol Journeys app on Overwhelm.
286 CBJ- 7 Great Questions to Ask at the End of a Job Interview
January 28, 2021 09:00 - 18 minutes - 22.1 MBInterviewers always ask what questions you have at the end of an interview. Here are 7 GREAT questions to have in your back pocket, so that you sound prepared and ready. For coaching, courses, and more content: https://www.careersbyjenn.com/ Thanks for listening! Jenn
285 CBJ- Success Without College with Terry Iverson
January 21, 2021 09:00 - 42 minutes - 49.6 MBCollege and university are wonderful options for some, and others find amazingly successful and satisfying careers in work that doesn't involve degrees. Today my guest and author Terry Iverson shares his thoughts on work in the trades, in manufacturing and in how to decide for yourself what work you would like to do, in our conversation. To learn about Terry: https://championnow.org/ For coaching, courses, and more content: https://www.careersbyjenn.com/ Thanks for listening! Jen...
284 CBJ- How to Do Less (and Live Long and Prosper!)
January 14, 2021 09:00 - 20 minutes - 24.3 MBWould you believe that the secret to success for a lot of people sounds counter-intuitive, but is to "do less"! Really? Listen in to find out what the benefits are of simplifying your life in order to succeed. For coaching and courses and more content: Careers by Jenn is also on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLfKP7MlLfPYkE5yv3vkjd-btCTEno67w And there is lots on the website too: https://www.careersbyjenn.com/ Thanks for listening! Jenn
283 CBJ- Expectations Versus Reality
January 07, 2021 09:00 - 20 minutes - 24.6 MBFeeling stressed and overwhelmed right now? What expectations are on you? Are they someone else's or are they your own? And what is the reality of the situation, anyway? These are questions I ask in order to help you sort it all out so you can feel less tired and more in control of your life. For coaching and courses and more content: Careers by Jenn is also on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLfKP7MlLfPYkE5yv3vkjd-btCTEno67w And there is lots on the website too: https...
282 CBJ- 2020 Year End Review
December 31, 2020 09:00 - 36 minutes - 42.2 MBWell what a year 2020 was! As horrible and hard as it was, and as glad as I am to see the back of it, there were some silver linings. This is my review, and a little of what I'm looking forward to in 2021. I share some of what has inspired me, and hope that my reflection will also give you a chance to do some reflecting and your own year end review. Join me as I share some of the inspiration and people I have learned from in this last episode of 2020. For coaching and courses and more cont...
281 CBJ- Managing Your Team Digitally with Peter Montoya
December 24, 2020 09:00 - 28 minutes - 33.6 MBGuest author, keynote speaker and leadership strategist Peter Montoya joins Jenn for this conversation about how to lead and manage teams digitally in this time of remote working. Find out more about Peter here: https://petermontoya.com/ For coaching and courses and more content: Careers by Jenn is also on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLfKP7MlLfPYkE5yv3vkjd-btCTEno67w And there is lots on the website too: https://www.careersbyjenn.com/ Thanks for listening!
280 CBJ- Breathe
December 17, 2020 09:00 - 25 minutes - 29.6 MBAre you feeling anxious or stressed? Do you want to find ways to slow down and just breathe, especially this time of year? Here is an episode for you that offers a few ways you can do that, AND includes about an 8 minute guided meditation (around the 14:53 time mark) that can help you to fully relax. For more content: Careers by Jenn is also on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLfKP7MlLfPYkE5yv3vkjd-btCTEno67w And there is lots at our site too: https://www.careersbyjenn...
279 CBJ- Why Good Employees Quit
December 10, 2020 09:00 - 27 minutes - 32.9 MBHave you ever felt like quitting a job? Have you known good people who have left the place you work, and you wonder why? Why do good and great employees quit? Find out the 10 tops reasons in this episode. For more content: Careers by Jenn is also on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLfKP7MlLfPYkE5yv3vkjd-btCTEno67w And there is lots at our site too: https://www.careersbyjenn.com/ Thanks for listening!
278 CBJ- 7 Steps to More Effective Communication
December 03, 2020 09:00 - 24 minutes - 28.7 MBIn this episode, I share 7 ways to help you communicate more effectively at work and in general. Excellent and effective communication is an ongoing practice and takes work, but these 7 steps can massively improve your experience and help you to be a far better communicator. Careers by Jenn is also on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLfKP7MlLfPYkE5yv3vkjd-btCTEno67w And there is lots at our site too: https://www.careersbyjenn.com/ Thanks for listening!
277 CBJ- Why Your Career Needs a Passion for Solving Bigger Problems with Shane Foss
November 26, 2020 09:00 - 28 minutes - 34 MBShane Foss, founder of Hooray Health, shares his wisdom around passion and problem-solving and how these benefit your career in this jam-packed guest interview. Join us! For more, visit Shane's website at https://hoorayhealthcare.com/ Careers by Jenn is also on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLfKP7MlLfPYkE5yv3vkjd-btCTEno67w And there is lots at our site too: https://www.careersbyjenn.com/ Thanks for listening!
276 CBJ- Finding Positivity, Perspective and Perseverance in Challenging Times
November 19, 2020 09:00 - 27 minutes - 31.8 MBIs it hard to be positive, find perspective and to have perseverance right now? Is life just one big struggle? In today's podcast episode, Jenn talks about her ways of thinking and offers some ideas on how to find these things, even now. For more, please visit https://www.careersbyjenn.com/
275 CBJ- Maximizing Your Network
November 12, 2020 09:00 - 31 minutes - 36.8 MBAre you in a job search or thinking of changing careers? Are there people who might be able to help you by offering their experience, wisdom or connections as you search? This episode shows you how to identify and then maximize your network in preparation for you making your move. For more info: https://www.careersbyjenn.com/
274 CBJ- From Job Uncertainty to Career Confidence with Cherylanne Skolnicki
October 29, 2020 08:00 - 30 minutes - 35.3 MBNot sure how to feel confident in your career choice? Guest coach, business owner and podcaster Cherylanne Skolnicki shares her wisdom and advice in how to feel more confident in whatever work you are doing. Join us!
273 CBJ- Midlife Career Change Success Strategies
October 22, 2020 08:00 - 26 minutes - 31.6 MBConsidering changing careers? Do you consider yourself "mid-life?" Are you wondering if this is even a good idea? Take a listen as I offer some thoughts, some motivation and some direction on how to get started with making a career change when you are "of a certain age"!
272 CBJ- 7 Surprising Career Benefits of Being Kind
October 15, 2020 08:00 - 24 minutes - 29 MBBeing kind is not always one of the listed career success traits but it is a very powerful trait to have in your toolbox. Here are 7 career (and life) benefits of being kind.
271 CBJ- How to Manage a Micro-Manager
October 08, 2020 08:00 - 26 minutes - 31 MBAre you being micro-managed? Is it making you want to pull your hair out? Here is WHY people micro-manage, and ways you can work with them to help them stop. Are you the micro-manager? For coaching and more: Website: https://www.careersbyjenn.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLfKP7MlLfPYkE5yv3vkjd-btCTEno67w Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/careersbyjenn/
270 CBJ- 5 Steps to a Life-Changing Software Development Job with Bobby Davis Jr.
October 01, 2020 08:00 - 28 minutes - 33.5 MBEver wondered what it takes to get into software development? Today's guest, Bobby Davis Jr. shares the details about what it takes, who can do it and what working as a Coder is like in this very inspiring episode.
269 CBJ- How to Get Your Motivation Back After Time Off
September 24, 2020 08:00 - 25 minutes - 29.8 MBDid you have some time off this summer? A vacation or holiday? Are you anticipating time off this fall? How easy is it for you to get back into work and feel motivated? If you have trouble with this, this episode is for you.
268 CBJ- 5 Ways You Are Wasting Space on Your Resume
September 17, 2020 08:00 - 18 minutes - 21.7 MBUpdating a resume? Often one of the biggest challenges is how to fit everything onto the single page, or the two pages maximum. In this episode I help you solve that by sharing 5 ways you might be wasting space on your resume.
267 CBJ: How to Fight Workday Fatigue
September 10, 2020 08:00 - 20 minutes - 24 MBDo you get part way through your workday and feel like you need to lie down? Do you have trouble focusing or listening or both? Do you suddenly need caffeine or sugar to keep you going for the rest of the workday? If so, this episode is for you!
266 CBJ- 3 Ways to Boost Landing Interviews in a Virtual Job Market
September 03, 2020 08:00 - 28 minutes - 34 MBGuest Christy Noel shares three extremely effective ways you can stand out in today's virtual job search market and therefore get more interviews. Join Jenn and Christy in this Career podcast.
265 CBJ- Accessing Your Internal Power
August 13, 2020 08:00 - 31 minutes - 37 MBDo you believe you are powerful on the inside? Are there ways to access that power that can help you in your job search or career path or as you figure out what it is you want to do next? Check out this episode to find out more about what inner power is and how you can get more of it.
264 CBJ- The Importance of Doing Nothing
August 06, 2020 08:00 - 23 minutes - 28.3 MBDo you feel guilty if you are not being productive every second of the day? Are you ruled by your "to-do" list? Are you under the impression that taking time for you is selfish? If so, this episode is for YOU!
263 CBJ-When You Finally Get Around to Not Procrastinating, Listen to This!
July 30, 2020 08:00 - 21 minutes - 25.2 MBAre you a "Most Excellent Procrastinator?" I know I am. Join me as I offer 7 reasons WHY you might be prone to this career-stifling activity, and how to move past it and on to the much more pleasant sense of accomplishment and relief!
262 CBJ- Purposeful Wandering with Nina Shoroplova
July 16, 2020 08:00 - 38 minutes - 45.3 MBAuthor, historian, editor and tree enthusiast Nina Shoroplova shares her wisdom and insight in this conversation about career paths that on the surface seem to wander. She also talks about her latest book about the beautiful trees of Vancouver's Stanley Park and all the ways in which a person could train for a career to work with trees.
261 CBJ- Job Searching During Covid
July 09, 2020 08:00 - 29 minutes - 34.6 MBAre you looking for a job or to change careers right now? Here are 13 tips to help you navigate a job search in these Covid 19 times.
260 CBJ- How to Kill ANTs (Automatic Negative Thoughts)
July 02, 2020 08:00 - 37 minutes - 44 MBThose pesky ANTs are often preventing you from achieving your dreams and getting in the way of you finding your true purpose. Learn what they are, how to categorize them and what to do to "kill" them before they sabotage you!
259 CBJ- Working From Home-The New Normal
June 25, 2020 08:00 - 21 minutes - 25.7 MBHave you settled in to working from home during the Covid19 Pandemic? Do you want to keep doing it? Can you? Jenn explores the pros and cons of this "new normal" and contemplates what might be possible for you and the planet.
258 CBJ- Your Inbox Will Never Be Empty and Your Purpose Can't Wait with Barb Garrison
June 11, 2020 08:00 - 38 minutes - 44.4 MBCareer Coach and founder of Internal Groove, Barb Garrison has a story to tell about email, inboxes and life purpose you won't want to miss. Join us for this advice-filled episode.
257 CBJ- The 5 Keys to Overcoming Imposter Syndrome with Dr. Lisa Orbé-Austin
May 28, 2020 08:00 - 36 minutes - 42.7 MBJoin Jenn in her conversation with Dr. Lisa Orbé-Austin, licensed psychologist, executive coach, author and organizational consultant. Dr. Lisa shares her research-based advice in how to recognize and overcome Imposter Syndrome.
256 CBJ- Hitting Rock Middle with Sallie Holder
May 21, 2020 08:00 - 39 minutes - 45.7 MBYou've heard of hitting "rock bottom", but what about "rock middle"? I know I have related to this over my lifetime. Join author, coach, podcaster and lawyer Sallie Holder as she shares her take on what "rock middle" is and how to get out of it.
255 CBJ- Being There in Person When You Can't Be There in Person with Ethan Beute
May 14, 2020 08:00 - 44 minutes - 51.9 MBHow can you "be there" when you can't physically be there? Guest author and marketing expert Ethan Beute has some fantastic ideas using a method that not a lot of people are using yet. Join us for this advice-filled episode on how to show up more authentically at work using this idea.
254 CBJ: Checking In
April 30, 2020 08:00 - 11 minutes - 14.3 MBIn this VERY short episode, Jenn checks in and shares some info as to the podcast schedule, shares some thoughts and reads a poem perfect for these times.