Chan with a Plan
345 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsProviding career advice in easy actionable steps, for frustrated professionals, helping you overcome career challenges so you can stop feeling confused and defeated and start feeling focused and confident in order to excel in your career.
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Navigating Heartbreak: Coping with Unexpected Career News
January 31, 2023 06:00 - 44 minutes - 82 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max Speaks with Liz St. Jean, founder of The Mint Ambition, a website in growing leadership skills and advancing careers. In this conversation Liz discusses overcoming obstacles, navigating layoffs, and her 3 question framework to handle gut-wrenching news. QUOTES “I do hard work. I should be rewarded for it. And sometimes that can really trip us up because to move into a supervisory position or a management position, it's not about d...
How to Handle the What is Your Greatest Weakness Interview Question And Pass The Job Interview
January 27, 2023 06:00 - 4 minutes - 8.9 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max discusses how to deal with the interview question “What is your greatest weakness?” Key points he discusses in this episode are the 4 common mistakes when answering this question and how to structure a winning answer. TIMESTAMPS [01:05] Spinning your strengths as a weakness [01:15] Providing no weakness at all [01:27] Providing a deal breaking weakness [01:48] No improvement plan [02:17] Identifying a genuine, non-deal breaking ...
The Job Search Mistake You Can’t Afford to Make: Panic Applying And What To Do Instead
January 24, 2023 06:00 - 41 minutes - 75.1 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max Speaks with Cassie Spencer, a career coach and podcast host of Happenstance. In this conversation, Cassie discusses the economic climate and layoffs, panic applying, and what happenstance is all about. QUOTES “You know, many people experience happenstance in terms of they maybe didn't necessarily plan on entering a specific field or industry, but a conversation or an opportunity led them onto a specific path that they didn't even kn...
The hidden dangers of accepting a counter offer from your employer and why it’s always a bad career idea
January 20, 2023 06:00 - 6 minutes - 11.6 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max discusses how to deal with counter offers from your current employer when you plan to exit for a new job. Key points he discusses in this episode are: why people take counter offers so often and why you should not take a counter offer. TIMESTAMPS [00:55] Getting a counter offer [01:40] Taking a counter offer out of fear [02:05] Too much emotional attachment [02:30] Your sense of loyalty [03:00] The issues have been resolved or s...
Revamping Your Job Search: Why You’re Not Hearing Back and How to Change It
January 17, 2023 06:00 - 45 minutes - 83 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max Speaks with Jennifer Coners, of Jen Coners Consulting. In this conversation Jen discusses her career as a direct hire recruiter and business consultant, navigating layoffs, and working on getting your dream job. QUOTES “You're going to be great in that industry. So they have to have that confidence. You have to build them up, you know? And it's okay to say you're new. It's okay to say you don't know, but you also have to say, but he...
7 Red Flags In A Job Interview - Signs of a Bad Employer
January 13, 2023 06:00 - 10 minutes - 18.4 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max discusses what to look out for during job interviews and how to spot red flags. Key points he discusses are why you shouldn’t take a bad job, the 7 red flags to watch out for during a job interview and questions you can ask an interviewer to get a better feel for the job. TIMESTAMPS [00:40] Looking for THE job, not A job [01:05] Don’t take a bad job [02:38] Navigate the job search process to find a good job [03:04] 7 Red Flags in...
Overcoming fear of failure: How career risks will help you grow
January 10, 2023 06:00 - 44 minutes - 80.9 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max speaks with Frank O’Connell, author of Jump First Think Fast. In this conversation, Frank discusses his extensive career with major companies like Reebok, and HBO, how to evaluate risk along your career journey, and build yourself into a confident expert. QUOTES “In trading cards. We had all of the athletic NBA, NFL all of their licenses, and everybody said, this is the athletic trading card business. The kids said, no, you're in th...
Tell Me About Yourself - A Good Answer To This Interview Question
January 06, 2023 06:00 - 5 minutes - 10.7 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max discusses how to properly respond to the question “Tell me about yourself”. Key points he discusses are how to successfully summarize your professional background, accomplishments, unique qualities, and how to connect your goals with the job. TIMESTAMPS [00:40] Tell me about yourself interview question [01:02] Being too literal and personal [01:35] Don’t ramble when answering [02:00] Stop being too modest [02:31] Don’t be too ge...
Don’t Panic: How to Thrive in a Recession through Smart Investing
January 03, 2023 06:00 - 43 minutes - 80.1 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max Speaks with Mark Willis, CFP with Lake Growth Financial Services, working with individuals, couples, and business owners who want to grow their wealth in a safe and predictable manner, and create tax-free income for life. In this conversation Mark discusses how to navigate a recession and prepare for retirement with your finances. QUOTES “But I want more control. I want more agency. I want more capacity to be able to influence my en...
How to prepare for phone interviews and get more job offers
December 30, 2022 06:00 - 7 minutes - 13.6 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max discusses how to prepare for phone interviews to pass more interview rounds and get more job offers to take your career to the next level. Key points he discusses are questions to prepare for getting asked, what questions to ask at the end to help you strategize for future interviews, and phone interview logistics. TIMESTAMPS [01:03] Main goal of phone interviews [01:25] Being clear and concise [02:28] STAR method [03:26] 2 ques...
How to break the glass ceiling in the workplace and achieve your dream career
December 27, 2022 06:00 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max Speaks with Dr. Maky Zanganeh, Author of the book The Magic of Normal and Co-CEO of Summit Therapeutics, focusing on improving patient outcomes for serious unmet medical needs. In this conversation Maky discusses her battle with cancer and her journey to writing her book and how all those challenges gave her a new outlook on life. QUOTES “You never know how strong you are until being strong is the only choice you have. At the end of...
How to effectively overcome employment gaps on your resume and in interviews to get a new job faster
December 23, 2022 06:00 - 7 minutes - 13.4 MBEPISODE SUMMARY Max discusses how to frame your layoffs / employment gap when writing your resume and going through the interview process to increase your response rate on your job applications, not get stuck when they ask you "What happened at your last job?" so you can move forward in the interview process and get your next job faster. TIMESTAMPS [00:40] Getting laid off is hard [01:40] Don’t settle for less salary [02:40] Start with your resume [03:46] Answering recruiter questions...
How to make interviewers see you as the right fit for the job
December 20, 2022 06:00 - 49 minutes - 90 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max Speaks with Austin Kerr, Founder & CEO of Humanagement.io, the simple software to manage your employees & business. In this conversation Austin discusses his experience in the HR industry and how you can prepare better for interviews and increase your chances of getting hired. QUOTES “That was where I went, I don't want to do this job anymore. I'd realized that the parts of it that made me happy were no longer, and so that's a good ...
Everything you need to know about salary negotiation to get more money with your new job
December 16, 2022 06:00 - 9 minutes - 17.8 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max discusses how to negotiate your salary when going through the interview process. Key points he discusses are doing your research, networking, and building relationships. Max also gives guidance on what are the best things to say during the negotiating process. TIMESTAMPS [00:40] Don’t leave money on the table [01:26] Doing the correct research [02:06] Network and get informational interviews set up [02:36] Building relationships...
How studying and working abroad can improve your career and change your life
December 13, 2022 06:00 - 41 minutes - 75.2 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max speaks with Marina Krivonossova, a professional in Public Relations & Communications. In this conversation Marina discusses her transition internationally for schooling and work as well as her use of LinkedIn to network to grow her career. QUOTES “I've never done anything with LinkedIn. Because I think as many people, I had the belief that like LinkedIn is just where you paste your resume. You say I'm humbled to announce my new j...
How To Write a Resume When You Have Little or No Work Experience | College Resume Tips
December 09, 2022 06:00 - 14 minutes - 26.4 MBEPISODE SUMMARY Max recently had the opportunity to speak at a college to some soon to be college graduates about increasing their chances at landing their dream jobs after they graduate. In this presentation, he discusses proper resume building to stand out with recruiters to get more interviews and get your dream job right out of college. TIMESTAMPS [01:36] Focus on bullet points [02:37] Proper resume length [03:54] Too much emphasis on soft skills [05:25] Recruiters, on average, s...
How to stay motivated during tough times in your career (Layoff, Toxic Work Environment)
December 06, 2022 06:00 - 52 minutes - 95.4 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max speaks with Jennifer Brick, Career Strategist and Founder of Capdeca Solutions focused on helping ambitious professionals dismantle the glass ceiling for themselves for good. In this conversation Jennifer discusses how to stay motivated during tough times in your career whether you have been laid off or currently stuck in a toxic work environment. QUOTES “There's a lot of people that meet me that are like, I can't stand your voic...
How I got to 10,000 downloads for the podcast, and the future direction of the show
December 02, 2022 06:00 - 8 minutes - 16 MBEPISODE SUMMARY Chan With A Plan The Podcast recently hit a milestone, achieving 10,000 cumulative downloads. In this episode, Max breaks down the best practices, tips and tricks he used to achieve this download number to help you if you're looking to start and grow your own podcast. In addition, he provides a few nuggets on the future direction of the show, with the new format starting with the 100th interview episode of Chan With A Plan which will be released next week as he brings back ...
How to get unstuck in your career by mastering your mindset, helping you make more money and live a bigger and better life
November 29, 2022 06:00 - 48 minutes - 89.4 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, Max speaks with Jamie and Jacklyn Purvis, father-daughter Co-Founders of the Be Do Have Movement - High-Performance Coaching Company, helping people get unstuck to build bigger careers and businesses through the Be Do Have Method. In this discussion Jamie and Jacklyn provides strategies on how you can master your mind and get clarity in order to achieve your goals. QUOTES “Most people have no problem spending a lot of money on a car...
Getting over the fear of creating video content to grow your personal brand and elevate your career
November 25, 2022 06:00 - 9 minutes - 17.3 MBEPISODE SUMMARY Max discusses how he overcame his fear of creating video content and hopes that his story inspires you to push past your own fears to get your career and life to the next level. Based on this past week's episode with Alden Mills on how to overcome fear and failure in order to become successful in your career and live the life you want. TIMESTAMPS [01:36] How Max got started in Career Coaching [03:02] Diversifying and expanding his content strategy [04:50] Importance o...
How to overcome fear and failure in order to become successful in your career and live the life you want
November 22, 2022 06:00 - 48 minutes - 89.4 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, Max speaks with Alden Mills, Founder of Perfect Fitness, 3 Time Navy SEAL platoon commander and best selling author to discuss his learning lessons throughout his career and business life, especially on the topic of turning fear and failure into fuel to help you achieve career success. QUOTES “When you have a tiger by a tail, with that kind of a launch, as fast as it can go up, it can also go down. I really didn't want to have to spr...
How to effectively network on LinkedIn to speed up your job search and get your dream job
November 18, 2022 06:00 - 6 minutes - 12.1 MBEPISODE SUMMARY Max discusses the importance of networking to help you get into your dream company, but he stresses why only reaching out to recruiters on LinkedIn is not the most effective approach. Instead, he explains a better way to network if you want to maximize the LinkedIn platform for your job search. Based on this past week's episode with Mohammad Kasujee on how to optimize your LinkedIn profile for your job search to successfully change careers or get your dream job fast. TI...
How to optimize your LinkedIn profile for your job search to successfully change careers or get your dream job fast
November 15, 2022 06:00 - 31 minutes - 56.9 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, Max speaks with Mohammed Kasujee, Career Coach and Founder of MK Career Solutions. Mohammed shares his best advice to help you optimize your LinkedIn profile to either successfully change careers or get your dream job fast. QUOTES “So be very, very wary about disclosing finances or information on your LinkedIn profile that gives away too much information about the company. People can get in trouble for that. So, if there's anything ...
5 money lessons I wish I knew in my 20s
November 11, 2022 06:00 - 6 minutes - 12 MBEPISODE SUMMARY Max discusses 5 money lessons he wish he knew in his 20s that would have made him miles ahead financially in his 30s and beyond. Based on this past week's episode with Patricia Roberts on creative ways to pay down your student loan faster. TIMESTAMPS [01:09] Always have an emergency fund [02:03] Learn to make money work for you [02:40] Make more money over cutting all your expenses [03:13] Start your retirement early [03:58] Be careful of lifestyle inflation [04:54...
Creative ways to pay off your student loans fast
November 08, 2022 06:00 - 43 minutes - 80.1 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, Max speaks with Patricia Roberts, COO of Gift of College where she discusses creative strategies that you can use to pay down your student loan faster and move forward with your life. QUOTES “I also have personal experience with the value of higher education. I believe firmly it is that education that I obtained that helped me to lift myself and my family out of the situation that we were in.” – Patricia Roberts “I found a way to ma...
Are certifications worth it? When to get certified and when not to for building your career
November 04, 2022 05:00 - 7 minutes - 13.4 MBEPISODE SUMMARY Max discusses his experience in getting multiple certifications to build his career, and reflects whether it was worth the investment in time and money. He hopes by sharing his experience, it will help his listeners who are currently going through the decision making process to make the right move for their career. Based on this past week's episode with Dr. Sabine Charles on how to pass your certification exam on the 1st try, build your career and make more money. TIMESTAMP...
How to pass your certification exam on the 1st try, build your career and make more money
November 01, 2022 05:00 - 34 minutes - 63.8 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, Max speaks with Dr. Sabine Charles, CEO of TAPA Institute on how to effectively prepare for your certification exam and pass it on the 1st try. Dr. Sabine Charles goes through her study system she has developed that helps you prepare for your certification exam for any field, making this episode a must listen for anyone going through this process. QUOTES “Everyone wants an A, so then what happened? We try to give everyone an A. I alw...
How to handle criticism when you want to change careers
October 28, 2022 05:00 - 7 minutes - 13.2 MBEPISODE SUMMARY Making a career change can be tough, and can be made tougher when you have a lot of people criticizing your decision to do something different with your career. In this episode of Chancap, Max talks about his own experience with criticism when he was diving into the field of resume writing and career coaching with only a background in marketing. Based on this past week's episode with Lisa Arthur on how to overcome the fear of making a career change and take action to get ...
How to overcome the fear of making a career change and take action to get your dream job
October 25, 2022 05:00 - 45 minutes - 83.6 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max chats with Lisa Arthur, a multiple business owner who has an extensive background in education working as a Department Chair for her department for 2 years. Lisa comes on to discuss her insights and strategies on how you can overcome your fears and insecurities when it comes to making a successful career transition. QUOTES “Really it comes down to you trusting your inner being and trusting yourself to make that transition. Impos...
How to make the right career move to avoid taking the wrong job
October 21, 2022 05:00 - 5 minutes - 10.3 MBEPISODE SUMMARY Max discusses the 3 things you need to do to ensure you are making the right career move to avoid taking the wrong job. Based on this past week's episode with Megan Camacho on The Career Triple Jump: How to successfully change job functions, industries and countries all at the same time. TIMESTAMPS [01:31] Research current and future demand for the role [01:51] Understand what the day-to-day is like of the role you’re seeking [02:13] Gathering intel from individuals i...
The Career Triple Jump: How to successfully change job functions, industries and countries all at the same time
October 18, 2022 05:00 - 42 minutes - 77.2 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, Max speaks with Megan Camacho, a qualified career and life coach with 15 years of professional experience in a variety of companies and industries including media, law, investment banking and higher education. She has worked with multiple MSc and MBA students in successfully making the career triple jump, which is changing job function, country, and industry, all within a compressed timeframe. So if you are looking to make a pivot whether...
How to spot company red flags during your next job search so you don’t go to another toxic work environment
October 14, 2022 05:00 - 5 minutes - 9.17 MBEPISODE SUMMARY Max discusses what cautionary steps you need to take in order to ensure you don't go from one toxic work environment to another. Based on this past week's episode with Tammy Alvarez on how to beat the "Sunday Scaries" and learn to love Mondays again. TIMESTAMPS [00:23] Importance of getting a job that is a good overall fit for you [01:34] How do you know if the company you’re interviewing at is the right fit? [02:30] Finding middle ground between the positive and neg...
How to beat the Sunday Scaries and learn to love Mondays again
October 11, 2022 05:00 - 44 minutes - 81.1 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max speaks with Tammy Alvarez, CEO and Founder of Career Winners Circle, a comprehensive collection of coaching and training programs designed to strengthen leaders to grow their careers quickly and sustainably. In this conversation, Tammy provides insights and strategies on how you can stop the "Sunday Scaries” and learn to love Mondays again. QUOTES “You're exactly right Max, every single one of them comes in with that fear, right?...
The best way to format your resume to get you more job interviews
October 07, 2022 05:00 - 6 minutes - 11.6 MBEPISODE SUMMARY Every job search starts with the fundamentals of having a good solid resume, so in this episode of Chancap, Max discusses the 5 essential sections that every resume needs to get you more job interviews. Based on this past week's episode with Juliana Rabbi on how to get a job where you can work from home. TIMESTAMPS [00:50] Why to use one column on your resume [01:37] Contact information section of your resume [02:28] Your resume’s executive summary [02:47] Work expe...
How to get a job where you can work from home
October 04, 2022 05:00 - 56 minutes - 103 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, Max speaks with Juliana Rabbi, a Career Coach where she provides insights and strategies on how to get a remote (work from home) job. Whether you want to get a remote job, or hybrid job, every job search starts with the fundamentals of a targeted job search strategy and Juliana dives into different ways to prep for your job search to get the job you want. QUOTES “People in my team, they were not working remotely. So it was kind of a ...
Why it’s essential to write a cover letter if you want to make a successful career transition
September 30, 2022 05:00 - 6 minutes - 12.6 MBEPISODE SUMMARY Max discusses the importance of writing a cover letter if you're looking to make a career transition. Based on this past week's episode with Chengeer Lee on how to jump start your job search this fall and get your dream job. TIMESTAMPS [00:35] Recruiter vs Talent Acquisition Professional [01:19] Cover letter debate [02:18] Horizontal vs Vertical job change [03:13] Two scenarios for cover letters needing written [04:28] Explaining your story [05:30] Summary RESOUR...
How to jump start your job search this fall and get your dream job
September 27, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 122 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, Max speaks with Chengeer Lee, a Talent Acquisition Professional where he shares his insights and strategies to help listeners who are currently in the job market, improve their job search results to get their dream job. QUOTES “I was getting paid, especially at higher levels, like my compensation was bad. But this culture made me absolutely miserable and no amount of money will be able to justify it. There are more things to life th...
Why creating deadlines are important to achieving your career goals
September 23, 2022 05:00 - 4 minutes - 8.4 MBEPISODE SUMMARY Max discusses why it's important to have deadlines as it helps prevent procrastination and keeps you motivated in order to achieve your career goals. Based on this past week's episode with Jette Stubbs on how to get your dream job in 90 days. TIMESTAMPS [00:43] Importance of deadlines [01:27] Keeping you accountable with your goals [02:05] Creating momentum [02:42] Increase innovation and creativity [03:32] Summary RESOURCES & RELEVANT LINKS Chan With A Plan M...
How to get your dream job in 90 days
September 20, 2022 05:00 - 48 minutes - 88.7 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max speaks with Jette Stubbs, Career and Business Coach in which she talks about her job search journey where she had to get a job in 90 days, or she would have to leave Canada. It was definitely a stressful time for her. But she was able to achieve her goal and now has built a successful career coaching business. She tells her story in hopes of providing insights and strategies to help accelerate your own job search to get your dream job...
Why relationship building is important to your career success
September 16, 2022 05:00 - 7 minutes - 13 MBEPISODE SUMMARY Max discusses his episode with Stuart McCalla and why building relationships with people, whether it's at your workplace or networking with people in your field or desired field is the key to your career growth and success. TIMESTAMPS [00:41] Focus on the right things [01:18] Getting passed up for promotion [01:56] Becoming the right person through relationships [03:20] Know, like, and trust factor matters [03:48] Wrap up RESOURCES & RELEVANT LINKS Chan With A...
Dealing with rejection in your job search and overcoming a lack of experience to get your dream job
September 13, 2022 05:00 - 47 minutes - 87.7 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max speaks with Stuart McCalla, Managing Partner at Evolution, a coaching, culture and leadership development firm. Stuart shares his underdog career story from being a college dropout to building a prosperous career in tech with the purpose of providing lessons in hopes of helping guide you in your job search to get your dream job. QUOTES “I was like, ‘Well, what do I need to do?’ And what I figured out is relationships serve you b...
How to handle financial and career uncertainty due to a turbulent economic climate
September 09, 2022 05:00 - 5 minutes - 10.6 MBEPISODE SUMMARY Max provides advice on how to handle financial and career uncertainty due to a turbulent economic climate with talks about a recession coming. Based on this past week's episode with Kate Walker on how to thrive in career uncertainty and stay positive during your job search. TIMESTAMPS [01:17] Financial related fears [01:39] Find ways to make more money [02:16] Fear of losing your job [02:35] Make yourself indispensable in the work place [03:05] Start job searching ...
How to thrive in career uncertainty and stay positive during a long job search
September 06, 2022 05:00 - 48 minutes - 89.3 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max speaks with Kate Walker, HR and Leadership Consultant. Kate discusses how to thrive in career uncertainty and provides actionable insights and strategies to help you stay positive during a long and exhausting job search. QUOTES “I wouldn't say that when decisions are being made. Again, every layoff every situation is different. But if you were a high performer, a top performer, then someone may fight a little harder to keep you ...
Why Quiet Quitting is not a good idea for your career, and what you should do instead if you feel stressed and unfulfilled at work
September 02, 2022 05:00 - 5 minutes - 9.62 MBEPISODE SUMMARY Max discusses his episode with Fran Garton who talk strategies on how to reduce workplace stress. The release of the episode aligns with the trending term of Quiet Quitting. For those who don't know what Quiet Quitting means, it's a trending term right now, that means scaling back in the workplace, not going above and beyond and doing what is only required in order to keep your job. TIMESTAMPS [00:35] What is ‘Quiet Quitting?’ [01:02] Do remote workers really end up wo...
How to deal with stress at work to take back control of your career and life
August 30, 2022 05:00 - 45 minutes - 83.3 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max discusses stress reduction tips in the workplace, with Fran Garton, a Pain Reduction Coach, Body Positive Personal Trainer and a Fibromyalgia Warrior who helps women who desperately want to live pain-free. Fran specializes in helping people lower the stressors they have in the workplace. So, if you feel overly stressed in your job, this episode is for you. QUOTES “I like it to be simple two types of stress, internal stressors, an...
Why it’s ok to not be a fit for every job you apply for and embrace rejection
August 26, 2022 04:22 - 4 minutes - 8.17 MBEPISODE SUMMARY Max discusses why it's ok that not every job is for you and you should never take it personal if you end up not getting the job. In addition, Max explains why it's sometimes normal to work in an environment where you don’t click with everyone, from coworkers to even your manager. Based on this past week's episode with Sarah Wallace on how to identify your personality in order to find a job you love. TIMESTAMPS [00:50] Sometimes you don’t end up getting the job after all...
How to identify your personality in order to find a job you love
August 23, 2022 04:10 - 32 minutes - 60.2 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max speaks with Sarah Wallace, a Certified Enneagram Coach, host of the Enneagram MBA podcast, speaker, and workshop facilitator. Sarah discusses the 9 types of personalities that people have to help them discover their true self and find a career path that aligns with their personality. QUOTES “There were probably multiple things that were like I want to be accomplished. Yes, I want to be strong and powerful, right? Yes, I want to ...
Why asking for help in your career is a sign of strength, not a sign weakness
August 19, 2022 05:00 - 3 minutes - 6.99 MBEPISODE SUMMARY One of the points that Andrew Waddell mentioned in this past week's episode that resonated with Max a lot is that there's still a stigma when it comes to men asking for help. Max explains in this episode why asking for help is a sign of strength, not a sign of weakness. TIMESTAMPS [00:23] Stigma on men asking for help [01:09] Being a good leader by leaning on others when it’s needed [02:37] There is nothing new under the sun, so seek wisdom from others [03:10] Summar...
How to get unstuck in your career, give yourself a fresh start and start living the life you want
August 16, 2022 04:24 - 45 minutes - 83.7 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Andrew Waddell, The Midlife Coach that helps men struggling with midlife and provides guidance to discover the life they want to live and how to live it. Andrew discusses how men can feel stuck in their careers midlife but also how there is hope to overcome this obstacle and live their life on their terms. QUOTES “I mean, for me, midlife crisis is sort of immediately a derogatory term, right? It's like soci...
The 1 skill you need to increase your job security during the recession
August 12, 2022 05:00 - 4 minutes - 8.35 MBEPISODE SUMMARY Max discusses the 1 skill you need to have, to increase your job security during the recession. Based on this past week's episode with Roman Prokopchuk, career learning lessons from the 2008 recession to help you recession proof your career. TIMESTAMPS [00:52] Being recession proof in your career. [01:18] Forced changes happen. Be adaptable. [01:43] Becoming a valuable asset on your team [02:08] Max’s example of being adaptable [03:22] Popular career fields in deman...