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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Personal finance fundamentals for entry to mid level professionals with Kirsten Granados
May 25, 2021 06:00 - 37 minutes - 68.6 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Kirsten Granados, Founder of Grow & Arrow based in Irvine, California. Kirsten discusses a wide range of fundamental personal finance topics such as investment options, credit scores and financial planning to buy your 1st home. Kirsten also discusses a framework on how to evaluate purchase decisions as well as having the right financial mindset for long term wealth. QUOTES “One of the things I would encourage ...
Personal finance tips for millennials to help you achieve your financial goals
May 25, 2021 06:00 - 37 minutes - 68.6 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Kirsten Granados, Founder of Grow & Arrow based in Irvine, California. Kirsten discusses a wide range of fundamental personal finance topics such as investment options, credit scores and financial planning to buy your 1st home. Kirsten also discusses a framework on how to evaluate purchase decisions as well as having the right financial mindset for long term wealth. QUOTES “One of the things I would encourage ...
How to do remote work well joining a new company
May 18, 2021 06:00 - 52 minutes - 96.8 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Erin Orstrom and Roja Budati both in the Product Management field to discuss their experience with fully remote working. Erin’s expertise focuses on her experience in transitioning from a normal work environment to a fully remote work environment due to COVID-19, while Roja provides expertise mainly in onboarding at a new company completely remote. They also discuss where they want the future work environment to ...
Being an effective remote worker with Erin Orstrom and Roja Budati
May 18, 2021 06:00 - 52 minutes - 96.8 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Erin Orstrom and Roja Budati both in the Product Management field to discuss their experience with fully remote working. Erin’s expertise focuses on her experience in transitioning from a normal work environment to a fully remote work environment due to COVID-19, while Roja provides expertise mainly in onboarding at a new company completely remote. They also discuss where they want the future work environment to ...
How to do remote work well while joining a new company
May 18, 2021 06:00 - 52 minutes - 96.8 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Erin Orstrom and Roja Budati both in the Product Management field to discuss their experience with fully remote working. Erin’s expertise focuses on her experience in transitioning from a normal work environment to a fully remote work environment due to COVID-19, while Roja provides expertise mainly in onboarding at a new company completely remote. They also discuss where they want the future work environment to ...
Excelling in your career as a recent immigrant or 1st gen professional with Edward Gorbis
May 11, 2021 06:00 - 40 minutes - 74.5 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Edward Gorbis, CEO of Career Meets World, a personal development coach, career strategist and author of the book Unbreakable Mindset. Edward discusses his journey into corporate America as an immigrant and what he did to become successful in the workplace. The discussion continues with Edward providing advice on what fundamental skills that immigrants and first generation professionals need in order to succeed in...
Corporate America and how to succeed in it as a recent immigrant or 1st generation professional
May 11, 2021 06:00 - 40 minutes - 74.5 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Edward Gorbis, CEO of Career Meets World, a personal development coach, career strategist and author of the book Unbreakable Mindset. Edward discusses his journey into corporate America as an immigrant and what he did to become successful in the workplace. The discussion continues with Edward providing advice on what fundamental skills that immigrants and first generation professionals need in order to succeed in...
Going from entrepreneur back to employee: Job search tips after being your own boss
May 04, 2021 06:00 - 51 minutes - 94 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Courtney Nicholson, a sales and marketing professional that ran a boutique digital marketing agency for 7 years before joining a company in Indiana that provides energy code compliance services to residential and commercial builders. Courtney discusses how she ended up becoming an entrepreneur and what led her to close her business to pursue other opportunities. Her main message in this episode is to embrace your...
Successfully going from entrepreneur back to employee with Courtney Nicholson
May 04, 2021 06:00 - 51 minutes - 94 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Courtney Nicholson, a sales and marketing professional that ran a boutique digital marketing agency for 7 years before joining a company in Indiana that provides energy code compliance services to residential and commercial builders. Courtney discusses how she ended up becoming an entrepreneur and what led her to close her business to pursue other opportunities. Her main message in this episode is to embrace your...
The complete roadmap to becoming a UX/UI Designer with Shaina Danzinger
April 27, 2021 17:40 - 1 hour - 134 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Shaina Danzinger, a professional that came from a non technical background to successfully enter the technical field of UX/UI design. Shaina discusses what made her decide to start learning UX/UI design, what bootcamp she chose and provided an overview of the program from the content to the pace of learning. She then dived into her job search process and provided valuable tips for anyone trying to land their firs...
How you can be a UX/UI Designer and land your 1st job in the field
April 27, 2021 17:40 - 1 hour - 134 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Shaina Danzinger, a professional that came from a non technical background to successfully enter the technical field of UX/UI design. Shaina discusses what made her decide to start learning UX/UI design, what bootcamp she chose and provided an overview of the program from the content to the pace of learning. She then dived into her job search process and provided valuable tips for anyone trying to land their firs...
How to negotiate your salary like a pro to get maximum compensation
April 20, 2021 06:00 - 40 minutes - 74.3 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Mark Herschberg, author of The Career Toolkit, Essential Skills for Success That No One Taught You. Mark discusses the importance of always negotiating your job offer, as well as tips and strategies to negotiate for maximum compensation. The discussion ends with a few tips on how to improve your current compensation package at your company so you leave nothing on the table. QUOTES “Learning how to negotiate ...
How to negotiate your job offer for maximum compensation with Mark Herschberg
April 20, 2021 06:00 - 40 minutes - 74.3 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Mark Herschberg, author of The Career Toolkit, Essential Skills for Success That No One Taught You. Mark discusses the importance of always negotiating your job offer, as well as tips and strategies to negotiate for maximum compensation. The discussion ends with a few tips on how to improve your current compensation package at your company so you leave nothing on the table. QUOTES “Learning how to negotiate ...
How to succeed in the interview process at Amazon with GG (Gayle Gallagher)
April 13, 2021 06:00 - 58 minutes - 107 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with GG (Gayle Gallagher), former Senior Manager - Marketing at Amazon, now Founder of the Amaz0n Interview Whizz Academy, an E-Learning Amazon interviewing training platform to help you prepare for the Amazon interview process. GG discusses the complete Amazon application process from beginning to end and provides great tips along the way. The discussion ends with how to do well when you are starting off at Amazon an...
How to land a job at Amazon and the complete walkthrough of their interview process
April 13, 2021 06:00 - 58 minutes - 107 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with GG (Gayle Gallagher), former Senior Manager - Marketing at Amazon, now Founder of the Amaz0n Interview Whizz Academy, an E-Learning Amazon interviewing training platform to help you prepare for the Amazon interview process. GG discusses the complete Amazon application process from beginning to end and provides great tips along the way. The discussion ends with how to do well when you are starting off at Amazon an...
Being more intentional with your career with AJ Vaughan
April 06, 2021 06:00 - 40 minutes - 74.8 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with AJ Vaughan, Co-Founder of The E1B2 Collective. His focus and dedication is to always put employees first and help forever change the world of work. AJ discusses why it is critical to be open with your career intentions with a company during the interview process and how to ensure that the company lives up to their promises to you as you help deliver value to them through your work. AJ ends the discussion with ...
How to be assertive at work to stay true to yourself and your career goals
April 06, 2021 06:00 - 40 minutes - 74.8 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with AJ Vaughan, Co-Founder of The E1B2 Collective. His focus and dedication is to always put employees first and help forever change the world of work. AJ discusses why it is critical to be open with your career intentions with a company during the interview process and how to ensure that the company lives up to their promises to you as you help deliver value to them through your work. AJ ends the discussion with ...
Building an Email list for your side hustle
March 30, 2021 06:00 - 49 minutes - 91.2 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Liz Wilcox, a serial entrepreneur who specializes in Email marketing and helps turn your Email marketing initiatives into a converting machine. Liz talks about how to develop a target Email list that wants to buy from you immediately, the best Email marketing software to start off with and how collaborating with other professionals in your field is the best tactic to accelerate your Email list building efforts...
Building an Email list for your side hustle: How to get your first thousand Emails
March 30, 2021 06:00 - 49 minutes - 91.2 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Liz Wilcox, a serial entrepreneur who specializes in Email marketing and helps turn your Email marketing initiatives into a converting machine. Liz talks about how to develop a target Email list that wants to buy from you immediately, the best Email marketing software to start off with and how collaborating with other professionals in your field is the best tactic to accelerate your Email list building efforts...
Building a profitable Email list from scratch for your side hustle with Liz Wilcox
March 30, 2021 06:00 - 49 minutes - 91.2 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Liz Wilcox, a serial entrepreneur who specializes in Email marketing and helps turn your Email marketing initiatives into a converting machine. Liz talks about how to develop a target Email list that wants to buy from you immediately, the best Email marketing software to start off with and how collaborating with other professionals in your field is the best tactic to accelerate your Email list building efforts...
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome at work and living to your true career potential
March 23, 2021 06:00 - 49 minutes - 90.6 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Diana Alt, a career strategy coach who utilizes the skills she’s gathered throughout 20+ years in corporate product development roles to help people manage their careers and business. Diana discusses in depth about imposter syndrome from what it is, to the long term consequences it will have in one’s career if they don’t manage it. She discusses strategies and tactics on how she helps her clients overcome impo...
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome with Diana Alt
March 23, 2021 06:00 - 49 minutes - 90.6 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Diana Alt, a career strategy coach who utilizes the skills she’s gathered throughout 20+ years in corporate product development roles to help people manage their careers and business. Diana discusses in depth about imposter syndrome from what it is, to the long term consequences it will have in one’s career if they don’t manage it. She discusses strategies and tactics on how she helps her clients overcome impo...
Creating your first profitable online course with Leslie Cason
March 16, 2021 06:00 - 29 minutes - 54.6 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Leslie Cason, founder of The Creative Enclave, a tech studio specializing in helping course creators build profitable online schools on Teachable and Kajabi. Leslie shares the fundamentals of creating a profitable online course, from finding the right expertise to monetize, what content should be in a course and how to ensure that your first course launch is a successful one. QUOTES “The reality is [wh...
How to build your first online course and start generating revenue immediately for your business
March 16, 2021 06:00 - 29 minutes - 54.6 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Leslie Cason, founder of The Creative Enclave, a tech studio specializing in helping course creators build profitable online schools on Teachable and Kajabi. Leslie shares the fundamentals of creating a profitable online course, from finding the right expertise to monetize, what content should be in a course and how to ensure that your first course launch is a successful one. QUOTES “The reality is [wh...
Building a personal brand on LinkedIn with Joel Hansen
March 09, 2021 06:00 - 37 minutes - 68.5 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Joel Hansen, an entrepreneur who has grown his personal brand on LinkedIn over the past few years, generating over 30,000 followers and has collaborated with top brands such as the LA Clippers, Translink, Best Buy, Vancouver Canucks, Prezi and Adobe to develop initiatives that drive brand awareness and media attention. In this episode, Joel shares his LinkedIn journey, his learning experiences, the opportuniti...
How to build a personal brand on LinkedIn to get more job opportunities
March 09, 2021 06:00 - 37 minutes - 68.5 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Joel Hansen, an entrepreneur who has grown his personal brand on LinkedIn over the past few years, generating over 30,000 followers and has collaborated with top brands such as the LA Clippers, Translink, Best Buy, Vancouver Canucks, Prezi and Adobe to develop initiatives that drive brand awareness and media attention. In this episode, Joel shares his LinkedIn journey, his learning experiences, the opportuniti...
ATS / Applicant Tracking System explained and what you need to know about it to land your next job
March 02, 2021 06:00 - 34 minutes - 62.7 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Jon Heise, President of Covert Recruiting. From popular assumptions to key features, they go in depth about the applicant tracking system (ATS) and how significant of a role it plays in the job application process and how it affects job seekers when applying online. They also discuss additional strategies to get in front of decision makers, to help you land an opportunity at one of your target companies. Q...
ATS / Applicant Tracking System explained and what you need to know about them to land your next job
March 02, 2021 06:00 - 34 minutes - 62.7 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Jon Heise, President of Covert Recruiting. From popular assumptions to key features, they go in depth about the applicant tracking system (ATS) and how significant of a role it plays in the job application process and how it affects job seekers when applying online. They also discuss additional strategies to get in front of decision makers, to help you land an opportunity at one of your target companies. Q...
Top things you need to know about the applicant tracking system (ATS) when applying to jobs online with Jon Heise
March 02, 2021 06:00 - 34 minutes - 62.7 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Jon Heise, President of Covert Recruiting. From popular assumptions to key features, they go in depth about the applicant tracking system (ATS) and how significant of a role it plays in the job application process and how it affects job seekers when applying online. They also discuss additional strategies to get in front of decision makers, to help you land an opportunity at one of your target companies. Q...
How to maximize any degree to build a career you love with Chris Cornthwaite
February 23, 2021 06:00 - 34 minutes - 62.4 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Chris Cornthwaite, who’s the founder of Roostervane to help students build amazing careers with whatever degree they’ve got. Chris talks about discussing assumptions made about how hard it is to land corporate jobs with liberal arts degrees and how to navigate this, the importance of soft skills in the workforce and how networking is the key strategy to even the playing field when it comes to job hunting with ...
College degrees and how to maximize them to land your dream job
February 23, 2021 06:00 - 34 minutes - 62.4 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Chris Cornthwaite, who’s the founder of Roostervane to help students build amazing careers with whatever degree they’ve got. Chris talks about discussing assumptions made about how hard it is to land corporate jobs with liberal arts degrees and how to navigate this, the importance of soft skills in the workforce and how networking is the key strategy to even the playing field when it comes to job hunting with ...
Job search strategies for recent college graduates
February 16, 2021 06:00 - 18 minutes - 33.2 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Casey Welch, Co-founder and CEO of Tallo, a digital platform and app that’s connecting over 1.3 million students and professionals to opportunities offered by colleges, companies and organizations. Casey provides job search and career tips catered to Generation Z that have recently graduated from university/college in one of the worst economic climates in recent memory. He discusses building a robust online pr...
Job search strategies for recent college graduates to help you land your next job
February 16, 2021 06:00 - 18 minutes - 33.2 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Casey Welch, Co-founder and CEO of Tallo, a digital platform and app that’s connecting over 1.3 million students and professionals to opportunities offered by colleges, companies and organizations. Casey provides job search and career tips catered to Generation Z that have recently graduated from university/college in one of the worst economic climates in recent memory. He discusses building a robust online pr...
Job search strategies for Generation Z with Casey Welch
February 16, 2021 06:00 - 18 minutes - 33.2 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Casey Welch, Co-founder and CEO of Tallo, a digital platform and app that’s connecting over 1.3 million students and professionals to opportunities offered by colleges, companies and organizations. Casey provides job search and career tips catered to Generation Z that have recently graduated from university/college in one of the worst economic climates in recent memory. He discusses building a robust online pr...
How to build a profit producing, purpose driven side hustle with Vanessa Zamy
February 09, 2021 06:00 - 31 minutes - 57.3 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Vanessa Zamy, who runs her own consulting company, Your Vision’s Catalyst that coaches and advises 9-to-5ers on how to build a profit producing, purpose driven side hustle. Vanessa debunks common myths about side hustles and guides you on how to set up the proper foundation for success. We end the discussion on what is the right amount of monthly revenue you need to generate to start considering making your si...
How to start a side hustle and start making money immediately
February 09, 2021 06:00 - 31 minutes - 57.3 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Vanessa Zamy, who runs her own consulting company, Your Vision’s Catalyst that coaches and advises 9-to-5ers on how to build a profit producing, purpose driven side hustle. Vanessa debunks common myths about side hustles and guides you on how to set up the proper foundation for success. We end the discussion on what is the right amount of monthly revenue you need to generate to start considering making your si...
How to get promoted at work and make more money
February 02, 2021 06:00 - 26 minutes - 47.6 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Terry McDougall, an Executive & Career Coach of Terry B. McDougall Coaching. Terry gives advice on how to position yourself for a promotion with tips such as impression management and performing for the job you want instead of the job you have. She also discusses some alternative career moves you could make if you get passed over for a promotion in order to still move your career forward. We end the discussion wi...
How to get promoted with Terry McDougall
February 02, 2021 06:00 - 26 minutes - 47.6 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Terry McDougall, an Executive & Career Coach of Terry B. McDougall Coaching. Terry gives advice on how to position yourself for a promotion with tips such as impression management and performing for the job you want instead of the job you have. She also discusses some alternative career moves you could make if you get passed over for a promotion in order to still move your career forward. We end the discussion wi...
Dealing with job loss and how you can recover quickly
January 21, 2021 21:28 - 41 minutes - 48 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Jennifer Brick, a career success coach and owner of Capdeca Solutions. Jennifer gives advice on how to handle losing a job from a layoff, what to do afterwards and how to get back on your feet. She discusses the best course of action for the exit interview and finding your next job. Listen to what are some of the warning signs before a layoff and how to tell your family you’ve lost your job. QUOTES “Th...
Dealing with job loss and how you can recover
January 21, 2021 21:28 - 41 minutes - 48 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Jennifer Brick, a career success coach and owner of Capdeca Solutions. Jennifer gives advice on how to handle losing a job from a layoff, what to do afterwards and how to get back on your feet. She discusses the best course of action for the exit interview and finding your next job. Listen to what are some of the warning signs before a layoff and how to tell your family you’ve lost your job. QUOTES “Th...
What to do when you lose your job with Jennifer Brick
January 21, 2021 21:28 - 41 minutes - 48 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Jennifer Brick, a career success coach and owner of Capdeca Solutions. Jennifer gives advice on how to handle losing a job from a layoff, what to do afterwards and how to get back on your feet. She discusses the best course of action for the exit interview and finding your next job. Listen to what are some of the warning signs before a layoff and how to tell your family you’ve lost your job. QUOTES “Th...
Manners for career success with Donald James
January 20, 2021 21:25 - 39 minutes - 45.7 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Donald Gregory James about how manners are the key foundational components for career success. Donald shares how manners helped him propel his career at NASA and his experiences interviewing candidates through his 35 years of experience. Donald also talks about the importance of authenticity and his upcoming book. QUOTES “But it really is more about who you are as an individual and having that personal...
Workplace Etiquette: How having proper manners leads to career success
January 20, 2021 21:25 - 39 minutes - 45.7 MBEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Donald Gregory James about how manners are the key foundational components for career success. Donald shares how manners helped him propel his career at NASA and his experiences interviewing candidates through his 35 years of experience. Donald also talks about the importance of authenticity and his upcoming book. QUOTES “But it really is more about who you are as an individual and having that personal...
Applying to tech companies with A.J. Mizes
January 16, 2021 00:52 - 36 minutes - 41.9 MBIn this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with A.J. Mizes, founder and CEO of The Human Reach. A.J. previously worked as a Senior HR Leader for Facebook and has over a decade of experience in career coaching and human resources. He shares what employers look for in applicants and tips that can help job seekers stick out for top tech companies such as Microsoft, Google and Facebook. QUOTES “Applying online can work, and there’s definitely cases where big tech companies...
Breaking into tech: How to apply to big tech companies to land your 1st job in the industry
January 16, 2021 00:52 - 36 minutes - 41.9 MBIn this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with A.J. Mizes, founder and CEO of The Human Reach. A.J. previously worked as a Senior HR Leader for Facebook and has over a decade of experience in career coaching and human resources. He shares what employers look for in applicants and tips that can help job seekers stick out for top tech companies such as Microsoft, Google and Facebook. QUOTES “Applying online can work, and there’s definitely cases where big tech companies...