Recovering Corpoholics
45 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsRecovering Corpoholics Podcast is hosted by Felicia Serano-Shtivelman, 15-year career veteran and career strategist. This show offers guidance and inspiration to unfulfilled corporate professionals who are tired of playing the corporate games and who want to break free into a meaningful career. Through solo episodes and special guest interviews, you’ll walk away with how to find a career on your terms, making transition plans that work, designing a stand out brand and other topics from the job search to job hire.
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Ep 40 - Is Coaching Confidential?
June 22, 2022 09:00 - 4 minutes - 3.09 MBIn today’s episode, we’re going to talk about coaching and confidentiality. Find the Full Notes to this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/40. Did you ever want to work with a coach but then think, I don’t want my business getting out there?! This is especially true if your employer is paying for the coaching. Since coaches are not bound by a medical board and that anyone can claim to be a coach these days (AKA why it’s so important to work with qualified coaches these days!), it can b...
Ep 39 - How to Successfully Plan Goals
June 15, 2022 08:00 - 6 minutes - 4.84 MBIn today’s episode, we’re going to talk about goal planning. Find the Full Notes to this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/39. This episode is all about goal planning. Because if you don’t have a plan, you don’t have a goal, you have a wish. And if you don’t know where you are going, you will end up someplace else! You may have a goal in mind but if you don’t have a plan in place to achieve that goal, and I'm talking about all the steps and everything you need to do to achieve that ...
Ep 38 - How to Develop Goals You’ll Actually Want to Achieve
June 08, 2022 08:00 - 5 minutes - 3.87 MBIn today’s episode, we’re going to talk about How to Develop Goals You’ll Actually Want to Achieve. Find the Full Notes to this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/38. There are all things that we want to achieve in this life. However, sometimes, we just aren’t clear with what that is, we get stopped along the way or sometimes we actually don’t want that goal even though we may think that we do. But what if there was a way to set goals that we actually wanted to achieve so we were more m...
Ep 37 - 3 Reasons Why You’re Not Achieving Your Goals
June 01, 2022 08:00 - 8 minutes - 6.2 MBIn today’s episode, we’re going to talk about 3 reasons why you’re not achieving your goals. Find the Full Notes to this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/37. If you’re ready to achieve big things but are having trouble finding the time to do so, you’re not alone. According to Forbes, when asking Leaders if they successfully completed their goals for the day, the majority of them responded with “I have no idea”. (I believe) There are three main obstacles that keep us from achieving...
Ep 36 - Thinking Big: How Do You Want To Be Remembered?
May 25, 2022 08:00 - 3 minutes - 2.49 MBIn this week’s episode, we’re going to talk about how we want to be remembered as it is a great tool to think about our goals and push ourselves to dream big! Find the full show notes at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/36. Sometimes when we are thinking about our goals and what we want for our lives, we unconsciously tend to think about only the next 5-10 years of our lives. Some of those questions that we ask ourselves may be, “What do I want?”, Where do I want to go?”, or “What do I want to ...
Ep 35 - How To Create A Bucket List
May 18, 2022 08:00 - 3 minutes - 2.25 MBIn this week’s episode, we’re going to talk about how to create a bucket list as it is a great tool to think about our goals and push ourselves to dream big! Find the full show notes at Recovering Corpoholics.com/35. A Bucket list is made up of all the things you want to achieve, do, learn, see in your life - basically, all the things you want to experience in your lifetime. This exercise is great as you can really think about what you want out of life and how you can start doing those t...
Ep 34 - How To Create A Vision Board
May 11, 2022 08:00 - 5 minutes - 4 MBIn this week’s episode, we’re going to talk about how to create a vision board as it is a great tool to think about our goals and push ourselves to dream big! Find the full show notes at Recovering Corpoholics.com/34. A vision board is a collage of images and words that represents your goals and dreams. Vision boards are great as they allow you to take your goals and dreams out of your head and allow you to visually see them. With a vision board, you not only have the goal in mind, but...
Ep 33 - How We’ve Stopped Dreaming Big
May 04, 2022 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.22 MBIn this week’s episode, we’re going to talk about how we’ve stopped dreaming big. Find the full show notes at Recovering Corpoholics.com/33. When we were young, we all had the wildest dreams and goals for our life. But somewhere along the way, as the realities and responsibilities of life grew, the size of our dreams diminished. We have learned to settle and tell ourselves that we are happy with where we are. Yes, we are grateful for everything we have but when did it become OK to not ...
Ep 32 - Why There is Nothing Wrong With You
April 27, 2022 08:00 - 8 minutes - 6.13 MBIn today’s episode, we’re going to talk about why there is nothing wrong with you! Find the Full Notes to this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/32. Feeling stuck in your job is not an easy feeling. Especially when you have no idea what you want to do next. Even if you do have an idea, it’s not easy to switch when your friends and family think you're crazy for leaving a good career behind. This is also true for the people that have multiple passions and want to explore them all and fo...
Ep 32 - Why There is Nothing Wrong With You
April 27, 2022 08:00 - 8 minutes - 6.13 MBIn today’s episode, we’re going to talk about why there is nothing wrong with you! Find the Full Notes to this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/32. Feeling stuck in your job is not an easy feeling. Especially when you have no idea what you want to do next. Even if you do have an idea, it’s not easy to switch when your friends and family think you're crazy for leaving a good career behind. This is also true for the people that have multiple passions and want to explore them all and fo...
Ep 31 - How to Use Music to Motivate Yourself
April 20, 2022 08:00 - 2 minutes - 1.76 MBIn today’s episode, we’re going to talk about how to use music to motivate yourself Find the Full Notes to this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/31. Feeling down at your job, discouraged about your job search or just feeling downright unmotivated? One simple solution to lift your mood is to listen to music! Studies show that listening to music is like a workout for your brain. Not only does it ignite creativity, but it is a valuable tool for reducing stress, improving your mood and cr...
Ep 30 - How to Job Search When You’re Not Sure What to Search
April 13, 2022 08:00 - 12 minutes - 8.57 MBIn today’s episode, we’re going to talk about how to search for a job when you have no idea what to search for. Find the Full Notes to this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/30. As a full time employee, your time is valuable. You don’t have time to waste applying for a bunch of jobs that you’re only semi interested in, hoping they’re better than where you’re at. That’s why it’s so important to take the time to explore and research positions that you would actually want to do and use y...
Ep 29 - When to Send a Thank You Note
April 06, 2022 08:00 - 5 minutes - 4.14 MBLast week, we talked about how important it is to send a thank you note. In this week’s episode, I want to talk about when to send a thank you note. Find the full show notes for this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/29. Sending a thank you note is an opportunity to show your gratitude for someone and their time. In addition, it shows that you take time out of your day to appreciate people and express that you care. We all know (hopefully!) how important it is to say thank you afte...
Ep 28 - Why Thank You Notes Are So Important
March 30, 2022 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.38 MBToday’s episode is a quick one on why thank you notes are so important. Find the full show notes for this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/28. When someone makes time to help you with your career, whether it be networking, an information interview or a formal interview, it’s important to always show your appreciation and gratitude for that person by sending a thank you note. Seems like a simple concept right? However, according to CareerBuilder.com, fewer than 25% of interviewees sen...
Ep 27 - How Your Definition of Success is Holding You Back
March 23, 2022 08:00 - 8 minutes - 5.93 MBIn today’s episode, we’ll discuss how your definition of success is holding you back. Find the show notes for this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/27. I’ve been chasing success for as long as I remember. From early on, I wanted to get the best grades, get into the best schools, get the job with the best employer, and so on. And if you are in Corporate America, most likely, this is something that you may feel or have felt, too. Success is deeply personal and everyone has their ow...
Ep 26 - How To Guide: Winning Informational Interviews
March 16, 2022 08:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MBIn today’s episode, I’m going to talk all about informational interviews. Find the full show notes for this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/26. An information interview is an opportunity to connect with someone to learn more about a specific area of interest to you. Information interviews are helpful as it allows you to take your research to the next level and learn from someone who is actually doing what you want to do. Informational interviews can expand on your level of underst...
Ep 25 - 2 Mistakes You're Making in Your Job Search
March 09, 2022 05:00 - 9 minutes - 6.69 MBIn today’s episode, I’m going to talk about 2 mistakes you’re making in your job search. Find the full show notes for this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/25. When you are in the process of job searching, one mistake could cost you the opportunity. Since you’re a professional (and probably an over-achiever), you spend every free minute trying to do everything by the book to land the perfect opportunity. But what if the mistake you’re making is something that you don’t even realize ...
Ep 24 - Avoid Burnout By Making Time for Yourself
March 02, 2022 09:00 - 5 minutes - 3.63 MBThis week, I want to talk about the importance of taking time for yourself so you don’t burnout. To find the full show notes for this episode, go to RecoveringCorpoholics.com/24. Burnout is a real thing. It’s a special kind of stress that can knock us off our game. It occurs when we feel constantly overwhelmed, drained and just unable to keep up with life's demands. As stress continues, we slowly begin to lose interest or motivation that usually keeps us going. It makes you feel like you ...
Ep 23 - Why You Need to Stop Being an Overachiever
February 23, 2022 09:00 - 6 minutes - 4.63 MBIn this episode of Recovering Corpoholic, we are going to talk about why you need to stop being an overachiever at work if you’re on the job hunt/ trying to change careers. Find the full show notes to this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/23. Whether you are productive at work or not, you will still get paid your normal salary at your 9-5. Therefore, unless you want to be promoted, there is no reason to work more than you have to. AKA Stop overachieving! Some of you feel the need to g...
Ep 22 - What Career Professional Should I hire?
February 16, 2022 09:00 - 9 minutes - 6.86 MBThis week, I wanted to talk about the differences between a career coach, a career counselor and a recruiter so you can choose the best professional to help you when wanting to change jobs. To find the full show notes, go to Recovering Corpoholics.com/22. We’ve all been there - feeling stuck or feeling like something is missing in our career. Sometimes we want to start our own business, sometimes we just flat out hate our jobs and sometimes we love what we do but we just need better oppor...
Ep 21 - 4 Better Ways to Apply for Jobs vs Blindly Applying Online
February 09, 2022 10:00 - 4 minutes - 3.28 MBIn today’s episode of Recovering Corpoholics, we're going to talk about 4 better ways to show interest and apply for jobs other than blindly applying online. Find the full show notes to this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/21. Looking for a new job can be tough! Although companies are hiring at a record pace, getting your resume in front of the right eyes can be challenging. So other than blindly applying online, which has a 5% success rate, how else can you show interest and apply f...
Ep 21 - 4 Better Ways to Apply for Jobs vs Blindly Applying Online
February 09, 2022 10:00 - 4 minutes - 3.28 MBIn today’s episode of Recovering Corpoholics, we're going to talk about 4 better ways to show interest and apply for jobs other than blindly applying online. Find the full show notes to this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/21. Looking for a new job can be tough! Although companies are hiring at a record pace, getting your resume in front of the right eyes can be challenging. So other than blindly applying online, which has a 5% success rate, how else can you show interest and apply f...
Ep 20 - Is Applying Online For Jobs a Waste of Time?
February 02, 2022 09:00 - 5 minutes - 4.01 MBIn today’s episode of Recovering Corpoholics, we're going to discuss if applying online is a waste of time. Find the full show notes to this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/20. So, you want to find a new job. As you’ve probably done in the past, you start looking at job sites such as Monster.com or Indeed.com, LinkedIn, or even the career pages of those companies you want to work for. When you find something that catches your eye, you apply (which is uploading your resume and then...
Ep 19 - Make Hard Decisions Easy Using the DRIVE Decision Method
January 26, 2022 18:00 - 7 minutes - 5.52 MBThis week, we are going to talk about how to make big decisions seem easy and simple using the DRIVE Decision model. For a template of this model and to find the full show notes to this episode, go to RecoveringCorpoholics.com/19. As we go through life, our values, goals and priorities change. And when that happens, we are sometimes faced at a crossroad that calls for us to make a difficult decision (i.e., should I change careers, should I quit my job, etc.?). These big decisions can be ...
Ep 18 - 8 Tips for Effective Decision Making
January 19, 2022 05:00 - 10 minutes - 6.98 MBThis week we are going to talk about 8 tips to help make you an effective decision maker. Find the full show notes to this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/18 Everything we do in life, from getting up in the morning until we go to bed at night, is made up of making decisions. Some of our decisions are small, such as getting a glass of water and some are huge, such as deciding to change careers. No matter the size, good decision-making skills are critical as they can determine your gro...
Ep 17 - Finding Your 'Why'
January 12, 2022 05:00 - 12 minutes - 8.46 MBIn today’s episode, We’ll discover and define our ‘why’! Find the full show notes for this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/17. Each one of us has a ‘why’. It’s not a statement of who we are, or who we aspire to be, but it states what sets our soul on fire and how we stand out. It’s OUR story. Ever wonder what your reason is for getting up every day? Well today it might be to wake up to go to work as you need the paycheck but after this week, we’ll be getting out of bed each day to...
Ten Tips on How to Be an Extraordinary Networker
January 05, 2022 17:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBIn today’s episode, we’re going to end our 3-part networking series going over 10 tips to make you an extraordinary networker. Find the full show notes for this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/16. Everyone knows the power of having a strong networking on one’s career. When done correctly, networking can help you gain access to opportunities and give you a competitive advantage throughout your career. Networking isn’t about trying to charm strangers into being your best friend or ...
Ep 16 - Ten Tips on How to Be an Extraordinary Networker
January 05, 2022 17:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBIn today’s episode, we’re going to end our 3-part networking series going over 10 tips to make you an extraordinary networker. Find the full show notes for this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/16. Everyone knows the power of having a strong networking on one’s career. When done correctly, networking can help you gain access to opportunities and give you a competitive advantage throughout your career. Networking isn’t about trying to charm strangers into being your best friend or ...
Ep 15 - How to Network in 5 Easy Steps
December 29, 2021 18:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MBIn today’s episode, we’ll continue in our 3-part series on networking and dive into how to get out there and network in 5 easy steps. Find the full show notes for this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/15. As a recap from last week, episode 14, we talked what is networking, how to get clear on your networking goals and how to make networking fun and easy. If there was anything that I wanted you to get out of last week’s episode, were these 2 things: Networking is a 2-way street whe...
Episode 14 - Why You Need Networking Goals
December 22, 2021 18:00 - 8 minutes - 6.04 MBIn today’s episode, we’ll begin a 3-part series that goes into everything about networking. Today we’ll discuss what is networking, how to get clear on your networking goals and how to make networking fun and easy. Next week’s episode, episode 15, will go into Networking Strategy and how to network in just a couple easy steps and Episode 16 will talk all about tips to make you stand out when you’re networking. Now, Everyone knows that networking is important, almost crucial for career adv...
Episode 13 - How to Resign on Good Terms
December 15, 2021 12:00 - 8 minutes - 5.56 MBIn today’s episode, we’re going to discuss the how to resign and the infamous resignation letters! Find the full show notes for this episode at RecovingCorpholics.com/13. Congratulations! You’ve decided to quit your job. What can be an exciting time can also be scary as know you need to tell the world that you’re leaving. As excited as you may be, you also need to be professional as possible as you want to leave on good terms. So how do you tell your boss you’re leaving and still leave ...
Episode 12 - Why You Should Write Your Resignation Letter Now
December 08, 2021 05:00 - 3 minutes - 2.33 MBIn today’s episode, we’re going to discuss why you should write your resignation letter in advance. This is going to be a quick episode but the message is powerful. Find the full show notes for this episode at RecovingCorpholics.com/12. Wanting to change careers is a scary thing. While some people know exactly what their next move is, some have no idea where to go next. And even if you do know where you want to go next, actually taking action to leave can be scary. When I wanted to leave ...
Episode 11 – 6 Signs It’s Time to Change Careers
December 01, 2021 05:00 - 6 minutes - 4.76 MBIn today’s episode, we care going to talk about finding the right time to change careers. Find the full show notes for this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/11. Finding a fulfilling career is a journey. Though some people find their dream career young, most people switch jobs at least 12 times before finding the right one. If you are thinking of changing careers, you’re not alone. Even though it can be exciting, finding the right time to change careers can be so scary. If you want ...
Episode 10 - How to Find a New Career When You Have No Idea What You Want
November 24, 2021 05:00 - 13 minutes - 9.35 MBIn today’s episode, we’re going to discuss 9 things you can do to help you find a new career when you have no idea what you want. Find the full show notes for this episode at RecovingCorpholics.com/10. Wanting a new job is easy. Some people know exactly what their next move is while some people have no idea where to go next. So how can you figure it out? Here are 9 things you can do to help you find a new career when you have no idea what you want now. 1. Make a list of everything y...
Episode 9 – Why You’ll Never Leave Your Big 4 Job
November 17, 2021 05:00 - 10 minutes - 6.91 MBIn today’s episode, we’re going to discuss 4 reasons why you’ll never leave your big 4 job. Find the full show notes for the episode at RecovingCorpholics.com/9. There are many reasons you may want to change jobs. And as much as you want to leave, actually doing is tough. Especially one where you make a great salary, have great benefits, have a big brand behind you and now for some, never have to go into the office again. However, for those who are still thinking about leaving and feel s...
Episode 8 - How to Increase Your Value and Stand Out At a Big 4
November 10, 2021 13:00 - 7 minutes - 5.01 MBIn today’s episode, we’re going to discuss how to increase your value and stand out at a Big 4. Find the full show notes for the episode at RecovingCorpholics.com/8. If you want to be the best, have the best performance/roundtable reviews, get the top bonus’, etc., you need to be good at what you do – it’s obvious. You can play all the Corporate games you want but if the quality of work isn’t there, your performance won’t be either. However, working at a Big 4, everyone, well, mostly ev...
Episode 7 - Exceed Expectations Playing the Corporate Games
November 03, 2021 11:00 - 12 minutes - 8.96 MBIn today’s episode, we’re continuing the Corporate Games Strategies but this week, its strategies that can be used for employees at every level. Again, these strategies are going to be a little different from what you’ve heard as I want to give you strategies of how to play the game while still owning who you are. It’s a practice but if you want to stay in the corporate world, or at least make it a bit more manageable until you can leave, this episode is also for you. Find the full show...
Episode 6 - How to Play & Win the Corporate Games
October 28, 2021 14:00 - 14 minutes - 10 MBIn today’s episode, I wanted to share with you 8 strategies on how to play the Play and Win the Corporate Games as a Big 4 Leader. I will have another episode next week continuing this topic, but for employees at every level. These strategies are going to be a little different from what you’ve heard as I want to give you strategies of how to play the game while still owning who you are. However, if you are playing the corporate games, you still have to hold back just a little (aka smiling...
Episode 5 - How to Job Search While Working Your Big 4 Job (Part 2)
October 20, 2021 07:00 - 9 minutes - 6.33 MBIn today’s episode, we’re going to discuss 4 more great tips to help you job search while you are busy working full time at your Big 4 job. And these tips are my favorite as they are specific to my experience leaving the Big 4 world. Find the full show notes for the episode at RecovingCorpholics.com/5. So, last week we discussed the first 4 tips on how to job search while working your big 4 job. As a quick recap from last week, the first 4 tips were: 1. Update LinkedIn The first ti...
Episode 4 - How to Job Search While Working Your Big 4 Job (Part 1)
October 13, 2021 14:00 - 8 minutes - 5.99 MBIn today’s episode, we’re going to talk about some great tips to help you job search while busy working full time at your Big 4 job. As you know I promise short and quick episodes for you as I know you all are busy, so I will be going over 4 of those tips today and 4 of them next week. So Make sure you tune in as I’m saving my favorite tips for next week! Find the full show notes for the episode at RecovingCorpholics.com/4. Now, Looking for a job while still working has its advantages bu...
Episode 3 - Financially Prepare For Quitting Your Big 4 Job in 5 Steps
October 06, 2021 18:00 - 12 minutes - 8.42 MBIn today’s episode, we’ll going to talk about your finances and how to financially prepare for quitting your big 4 job. Find the full show notes for the episode at RecovingCorpholics.com/3 and don't forget to jump over to Apple Podcasts and hit the subscribe button and leave a rating or review. Ok so let’s dive in! If you’re listening to this episode, that means you are ready to call is quits. But being ready doesn’t necessarily mean that you’re prepared to leave your job. You may be ...
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September 27, 2021 14:00 - 1 minute - 799 KBYou worked your ass off to get to where you are and now, that pursuit of success feels hollow. You’re proud of what you’ve accomplished, but the pressure inside to be perfect, play the corporate games and complete a never-ending workload with a smile just isn't working for you anymore. It’s time to play by your own rules. This podcast will have a lot of practical guidance and inspiration to help Big 4 Professionals quit the corporate games and break free into a meaningful career. Throu...
Ep 2 - Why You Feel Stuck in Your Big 4 Career
September 27, 2021 14:00 - 9 minutes - 6.5 MBIn today’s episode, we’ll going to talk about why you may feel stuck in your Big 4 job and some tips on how to feel freer and more decisive. Find the show notes for this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/2. And if you like what you hear, please share this podcast with 5 of your friends to help spread the word. Ok so let’s get started. This episode is going to be a bit personal for me as I felt stuck in my career for years. And if you knew me, you wouldn’t have had any idea as I never...
Ep 1 - Are You a Corpoholic?
September 27, 2021 14:00 - 8 minutes - 5.58 MBIn today’s episode, we’ll discover what is a Corpoholic and how you can start recognizing the signs if you are one so you can quit playing the corporate games and have a career on your own terms. Find the show notes for this episode at RecoveringCorpoholics.com/1. Ok so let’s jump right in in and answer the question you all are wondering, what is a Corpoholic? But first, let me explain the difference between a Corpoholic and a Workaholic. A workaholic is someone who works like crazy....
Episode 1: Happy but not fulfilled (Debbie's Story)
June 08, 2021 14:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MBOn this weeks episode were interviewing Debbie Arcangeles, Founder of the Offbeat Life, voted the best travel podcast to listen to right now by Travel and Leisure. Listen in as Debbie shares with us her career journey from photojournalist to Therapist to podcast extradinor and the lessons shes learned along the way. Welcome to Recovering Corpoholicis'!