How to Pivot
28 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 months ago -Do you know that feeling in your gut that there’s something more for you, but fear is holding you back? This is How to Pivot, the podcast.
I am your host, Sharon Bondurant, the founder of an Inc 5000 recruiting firm that has helped over 5000 people pivot to something better.
I am a huge believer that you MUST love the work you do and that it is never too late to change your mind, try something new, or quit what is not bringing you joy..
Whether you are looking to change jobs, your entire career, or maybe even ditch your day job and become an entrepreneur, join me here weekly for career tips, ideas on what to do next, and resources to help you finally take action.
Life is too short not to love what you do!
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The Job Seekers' Secret Weapon: Harnessing the Power of ChatGPT
May 17, 2023 09:00 - 24 minutes - 12.4 MBIn this episode of "How to Pivot," I talk with Sonya Mead as we explore the transformative power of ChatGPT in the job search process. Sonya is an authority in tech recruiting, and she uses that experience to dive into the various ways ChatGPT can assist job seekers in finding their dream roles. ChatGPT has proven to be an invaluable research tool, allowing candidates to engage in conversational searches to discover tailored job opportunities that align with their preferences and skills. I...
The Power of Showing Up: How Discomfort Can Motivate Your Life Pivot
May 10, 2023 09:30 - 15 minutes - 8.18 MBHey there, it's Sharon Bondurant. In my latest episode I discuss the importance of having a certain level of "pain" or discomfort that can serve to motivate you when making a pivot in your life. Can having a "plan B" hold you back and make it more difficult to fully commit to your goals? I'll share a personal story from when I started my recruiting firm over 25 years ago. I had no choice but to show up and make it work. I'll talk about how I enlisted help and set strict timeframes to maxi...
From Procrastination to Action: Practical Advice to Get Things Done!
May 03, 2023 09:30 - 13 minutes - 7.43 MBAs someone who struggles with procrastination, I know firsthand how easy it is to put things off until the last minute. On this episode I talk about four common reasons why people procrastinate: Fear of failure: Sometimes, we put off a task because we're afraid we won't do it well, or we'll fail altogether. This fear can be paralyzing! Lack of motivation: When we're not excited or invested in a task, it's easy to push it aside and prioritize other things. Overwhelm: When a task feels to...
Agency Recruiting: A Rewarding Career Path for Those Who Love Helping Others
April 26, 2023 09:00 - 19 minutes - 10.1 MBOn this episode I discuss the many opportunities and benefits of being an agency recruiter. Recruiters are essentially third-party agents that help companies find the best talent for their open positions. Why it is such a great time to be an agency recruiter? Candidates and companies need recruiters now more than ever due to recent layoffs. Being part of a company with specific niches, but also with the flexibility to take on other positions, is an advantage in the current market. Age...
Don't Believe These Job Search Myths!
April 19, 2023 09:30 - 16 minutes - 8.83 MBIn this episode I debunk three common myths about the current job market that may be holding you back from finding your dream job or advancing in your career. I'll share some practical advice to help listeners break free from these misconceptions and take actionable steps toward achieving their career goals. My experience in career coaching, recruiting, and HR offers a well-rounded perspective on the topic, and I share my email address in the show if you want to ask any question, or go to ...
Opportunities in Crisis: 5 Industries Thriving in a Recession
April 12, 2023 21:18 - 15 minutes - 8.22 MBWelcome to season 3! With the slowdown in the economy I felt like it was a perfect time to talk about industries you should look at if you're searching for something...or just something different! First, there are three key objectives you should keep in mind. Get really clear on what you want in your next position, but at the same time, be very open to what might come your way. Go through your last several positions and review the aspects that you really loved doing and those that you d...
Scaling to Exit & The Right Mindset to Pivot, with Brianna Rooney
November 23, 2022 09:00 - 31 minutes - 44.7 MBIn This Episode, You Will Learn: How Brianna has built multiple businesses, scaled to exit, and then started over again! The thought process Brianna has taken when deciding to make a BIG pivot, and how she navigates the thoughts that creep in afterwards. Resources + Links: Check out Brianna’s YouTube Channel The Millionaire Recruiter YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@TheMillionaireRecruiter Subscribe to Brianna’s podcast The Talent Takeover Unfiltered https:...
The Constantly Innovative Entrepreneur with Hamid Shojaee
November 02, 2022 09:00 - 34 minutes - 49 MBIn This Episode, You Will Learn: Hamid’s journey from creating a product as a side hustle, to scaling and selling multiple companies. That you don’t always have to be “right” in business to grow. Resources + Links: Follow Hamid on Twitter @hamids https://twitter.com/hamids Follow Hamid on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/hamidshojaee/ Check out this book mentioned in the episode: Good to Great by Jim Collins https://www.amazon.com/Good-Great-Some-Companies-...
How to Get Clear on What You Financially Want from your Business and Grow Intentionally with Ryan Tansom
October 19, 2022 09:00 - 40 minutes - 56.7 MBIn This Episode, You Will Learn: How to gain clarity to scale a business that is profitable! The ups and downs that led to Ryan’s realization that profitability is the goal to truly scale, rather than focusing on revenue and team growth. Resources + Links: Learn more about how Ryan helps businesses grow with intention! https://arkona.io/ Connect with Sharon on Instagram | @sharonbondurant_ig LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharonbondurant/ Find more res...
Why You Should Apply Anyway!
October 05, 2022 09:00 - 17 minutes - 25.8 MBIn This Episode, You Will Learn: That you shouldn’t count yourself out before even giving employers the opportunity to see if you're a good fit! Why job descriptions aren’t telling the whole story. Resources + Links: Connect with Sharon on Instagram | @sharonbondurant_ig LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharonbondurant/ Find more resources on our website https://www.the-finders.com/ www.how-to-pivot.com Show Notes Are you counting yourself out of th...
The Great Introverted Salesperson with Red Stafstrom
September 14, 2022 11:00 - 28 minutes - 40.9 MBIn This Episode, You Will Learn: The particular superpowers introverts have when it comes to sales! Red’s story of being an introvert in sales, and seeing how sales can be done differently! Resources + Links: Follow Red Stafstrom Instagram @brokensalespeople LinkedIn Red Stafstrom Brokensalespeople.com Book SPIN Selling by Neal Rackham Quiet by Susan Cain Bitter Sweet by Susan Cain Connect with Sharon on Instagram | @sharonbondurant_ig LinkedIn | h...
The Secret to Deciding If It's time to Make a Change in Your Life or Business
August 17, 2022 09:00 - 16 minutes - 23.6 MBIn This Episode, You Will Learn: Questions to check in with yourself and what YOU need in this season of your life! Stories of times I’ve had to make pivots in my life and career, and how I’ve gained confidence in myself to make them! Resources + Links: Tag us on Instagram with your biggest takeaway from this episode! Connect with Sharon on Instagram | @sharonbondurant_ig LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharonbondurant/ Find more resources on our website...
Authentic Badass Brand Building with Tisha Marie Pelletier
July 20, 2022 09:10 - 33 minutes - 47.1 MBIn This Episode, You Will Learn: The power of taking your skills and personal brand with you to your next pivot. How to start building a personal brand. Resources + Links: Connect with Tisha on Instagram | @tishampelletier Check out these books mentioned in this episode: What Are the Odds by Risha Marie Pelletier When the Universe Throws a Curveball by Tisha Marie Pelletier The Obstacle is The Way by Ryan Holiday Social Connect Phoenix Connect with Sharon ...
Career Dating to Find Work you Love with Kari Mirabal
July 20, 2022 09:05 - 47 minutes - 66.3 MBIn This Episode, You Will Learn: Clarifying questions to help you decide whether or not a career, or career change, is best for you! How you’re holding yourself back from having the most fulfilling life and career. Resources + Links: Watch Kari’s TEDx Talk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rezWtDyiMQ&t=3s LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/karimirabal/ Twitter https://twitter.com/karimirabal Facebook https://www.facebook.com/KariMirabal1 Learn more on Kari’s web...
Making the Pivot from Corporate Recruiter to Career Coach Entrepreneur with Carol Maloney-Scott
July 20, 2022 09:00 - 43 minutes - 60.3 MBIn This Episode, You Will Learn: How Carol turned her knowledge and experience as a corporate recruiter into her own business. Ways to prepare for a career pivot! The most common challenges in the first year of being a full time career coach. Resources + Links: Check out Carol’s book: The Smart Chicks Guide for Career Happiness by Carol Maloney Scott The Smart Chicks Career Club Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/smartchickscareerclub/ Connect w...
How to Pivot: Live the Life and Career You Dream About
July 18, 2022 19:00 - 6 minutes - 10.3 MBDo you know that feeling in your gut that there’s something more for you, but fear is holding you back? I know this feeling all too well, from my own experience AND the experience of thousands of clients! I’m so glad you’re here! This is How to Pivot, the podcast. I am your host, Sharon Bondurant, the founder of an Inc 5000 recruiting firm that has helped over 5000 people pivot to something better. I am a huge believer that you MUST love the work you do and that it ...
Welcome to How to Pivot!
July 18, 2022 06:00 - 1 minute - 2.84 MBDo you know that feeling in your gut that there’s something more for you, but fear is holding you back? This is How to Pivot, the podcast! I am your host, Sharon Bondurant, the founder of an Inc 5000 recruiting firm that has helped over 5000 people pivot to something better. I am a huge believer that you MUST love the work you do and that it is never too late to change your mind, try something new, or quit what is not bringing you joy.. Whether you are looking to change jobs, you...
06: Jenny Taylor - Building a Business Through Passion
September 03, 2020 14:53 - 35 minutes - 48.4 MBToday Sharon talks with Jenny Taylor from Jenny Taylor Boudoir Photography. Sharon and Jenny dive into her journey from her early days in business, her dream of making her photography hobby into a full-time business, the wild growth and success of Jenny Taylor Boudoir Photography, and how she found a way to persevere through changes and challenges. Jenny Taylor Website - http://www.jennytaylor.com/ Sparkle Retreats - http://www.jennytaylor.com/womensluxuryretreats Follow Sharon: http:/...
005: Jennifer Gilbert - Getting Creative and Finding Success
August 20, 2020 20:13 - 52 minutes - 72.6 MBToday I talk with Jennifer Gilbert, a former social studies teacher who made a massive pivot into the corporate tech world. We dive into many of the challenges she went through in regards to transitioning into an entirely new field after teaching children for 10 years, how she dealt with the rejection and fear of starting all over, and how she got creative with her resume and received 5 job offers all at once! Keep up with Jennifer: http://t.ly/UwGr Follow Sharon: http://t.ly/dmpi
004: Desiree Martinez - Leaning In and Getting Uncomfortable
August 05, 2020 09:00 - 39 minutes - 53.8 MBDesiree is no stranger to messy. As a military spouse, mother of small humans, and business owner she experienced her fair share of mess! Desiree shares about some of the unique challenges faced by military spouses and how she found herself in the position to combine doing what she loved and lifting others up at the same time! Keep up with Desiree: http://t.ly/IWaB Follow Sharon: http://t.ly/dmpi
003: Brent Orsuga - Dangerously Successful
July 22, 2020 15:37 - 44 minutes - 60.9 MBToday I talk with Brent Orsuga owner and founder of Pinnacle Growth Advisors. He is a powerhouse business owner and recruiter that joined me to pack this episode full of his fire and experience. We dive deep into goal setting and how to get yourself focused on the positive to win every day! Keep up with Brent on IG http://t.ly/jp0E Keep up with Brent on LinkedIn http://t.ly/MJHn Pinnacle Growth Advisors: http://t.ly/F1cR Follow Sharon: http://t.ly/dmpi
004: Brent Orsuga - Dangerously Successful
July 22, 2020 15:37 - 44 minutes - 60.9 MBToday I talk with Brent Orsuga owner and founder of Pinnacle Growth Advisors. He is a powerhouse business owner and recruiter that joined me to pack this episode full of his fire and experience. We dive deep into goal setting and how to get yourself focused on the positive to win every day! Keep up with Brent on IG http://t.ly/jp0E Keep up with Brent on LinkedIn http://t.ly/MJHn Pinnacle Growth Advisors: http://t.ly/F1cR Follow Sharon: http://t.ly/dmpi
002: Chris Ronzio - Scaling Your Business Successfully
July 08, 2020 09:00 - 42 minutes - 59 MBToday I talk with Chris Ronzio, a serial entrepreneur and start up leader. He helps busy business leaders automate their training processes and manuals with Trainual. He hosts the Process Makes Perfect Podcast where he helps hosts an incredible A-list of guests sharing their tips and secrets to successful business growth. He joined me to share how his journey began at the age of 14 and has continued to explosively grow since then! Keep up with Chris: http://t.ly/CS7L Trainual: http://t....
002: Nancy Hetrick - Being Financially Stable Through Divorce
June 24, 2020 09:00 - 36 minutes - 50.8 MBToday I talk with Nancy Hetrick as we dive into the birth of her business, Smarter Divorce Solutions. She has poured her passion into helping others walk through the financial changes and challenges brought by divorce. Nancy and I discuss the ins and outs of divorce mediation and the importance of protecting your finances before, during, and after a marriage. Keep up with Nancy: Smarter Divorce Solutions - https://smarterdivorcesolutions.com/ Better Money Decisions - https://bet...
001: Nancy Hetrick - Being Financially Stable Through Divorce
June 24, 2020 09:00 - 36 minutes - 50.8 MBToday I talk with Nancy Hetrick as we dive into the birth of her business, Smarter Divorce Solutions. She has poured her passion into helping others walk through the financial changes and challenges brought by divorce. Nancy and I discuss the ins and outs of divorce mediation and the importance of protecting your finances before, during, and after a marriage. Keep up with Nancy: • Smarter Divorce Solutions - https://smarterdivorcesolutions.com/ • Better Money Decisions - https://betterm...
001: Jenny Taylor - How You Can Live Your Best Life
June 10, 2020 20:04 - 31 minutes - 43.4 MBToday I talk with Jenny Taylor from Jenny Taylor Boudoir Photography as we dive into her journey from her early days in business, her dream of making her photography hobby into a full time business, the wild growth and success of Jenny Taylor Boudoir Photography and how she found a way to replicate herself and the passion across multiple businesses and passions. Jenny Taylor Website - http://www.jennytaylor.com/ Sparkle Retreats - http://www.jennytaylor.com/womensluxuryretreats Her Pod...
001: Jenny Taylor - How You Can Live Your Best Life!
May 19, 2020 02:48I talk with Jenny Taylor from Jenny Taylor Boudoir Photography as we dive into her journey from her early days in business, her dream of making her photography hobby into a full time business, the wild growth & success of Jenny Taylor Boudoir Photography & how she found a way to replicate herself & the passion across multiple businesses and passions. Her Website - http://www.jennytaylor.com Sparkle Retreats - http://t.ly/FduX Her Podcast - http://t.ly/AEy6 FB Group - http://t.ly/jfd0
000 - Welcome To Messy In The Middle
May 13, 2020 00:15 - 17 minutes - 15.9 MBWelcome to Messy In The Middle! This podcast is dedicated to helping you figure out how to accomplish all your goals even through the mess. This bi-weekly podcast will include practical & tactical tips from my, your hostess Sharon, and my 20+ years of entrepreneurial experience as well as those who have been through some mess of their own.