In this powerful episode of The Connie Korbelic Podcast, Connie shares her deeply personal testimony of resilience, reinvention, and faith. Born during a medical emergency, uprooted nearly 30 times, and battling symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis as a teen, Connie’s journey is marked by chronic illness, bullying, financial hardship, a house fire, layoffs, corporate setbacks, and miraculous healing through Jesus Christ.

“Steadfast On Purpose: How My Name Became My Calling” reveals how every season of adversity became an Ebenezer (a stone of help) shaping Connie into a resilient leader, corporate professional, and career reinvention coach.

Through raw storytelling, a moving excerpt from her upcoming memoir Over Hard or Over Easy, and faith-filled truth, Connie guides listeners through the lessons she learned about identity, purpose, and God’s unwavering presence.

This episode is a must-listen for women rebuilding after setbacks, navigating layoffs or burnout, healing from heartbreak, or seeking spiritual encouragement in difficult seasons. Learn how resilience is forged, how purpose is revealed under pressure, and how God uses the hardest chapters to write your calling.

In this Episode, you'll hear a story:

• Overcoming adversity and chronic illness

• Healing testimony: surrendering MS symptoms to Christ

• Career reinvention after layoffs, demotion, and identity loss

• How resilience is built through transition and upheaval

• Finding purpose in pressure and spiritual hardship

• The meaning of steadfast faith in modern life

Women navigating career transition • Christians seeking faith-based encouragement • Leaders facing burnout • Anyone rebuilding identity after hardship • Listeners craving real stories of triumph

Listen now and discover the resilience behind your reinvention.

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Work Begins When Motivation Ends – How Are You Choosing to Live Your Life?

In this episode, Connie shares an excerpt from her upcoming book Over Hard or Over Easy and explores the deeper question behind a simple breakfast choice: How do you handle the heat of life?

When motivation fades, that’s where growth begins. Whether you’re rebuilding after a setback, navigating disappointment, or waiting on God in the quiet middle, this conversation will remind you:

• Pressure doesn’t break you, it refines you • Your “waiting season” is not wasted • You were made to rise, not settle

This is your invitation to choose growth over comfort, faith over fear, and purpose over autopilot. Because you’re not done, you’re just getting started.

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Keep showing up. Keep stirring. Keep choosing your life Over Hard. 

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In this inspiring episode, Connie Korbelic sits down with Olivia Sanchez, a marketing and healthcare leader living boldly with stage IV breast cancer. Olivia shares how she reframes her journey through courage, innovation, and resilience from leading with intention each day to creating the Health Harmony App that puts patients first.

Together, we explore what it means to turn pain into purpose, launch bold ideas even in the face of adversity, and leave a lasting legacy of impact. Perfect for anyone seeking motivation to rise, reinvent, and start their dream despite life’s challenges.

If you want to partner with Olivia, follow her journey, or just connect with her socials her details are below. 

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In Episode 37 of The Connie Korbelic Podcast, discover how your voice is the real MVP of your career—and why the right assists from mentors, colleagues, and community multiply your impact. Connie unpacks the power of communication, collaboration, and support with real-world examples from sports and corporate life. Learn how to call the play, trust your assists, and create game-changing results in your career and life.

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Episode 36 – Resilience, & Faith with Michaele Aldophe - Author It Wasn't for Nothing & Founder of It Wasn't for Nothing Publishing!

In this inspiring episode of The Connie Korbelic Podcast, Connie sits down with author, entrepreneur, and publisher Michaele Aldophe — founder of It Wasn’t for Nothing Publishing and author of the powerful memoir It Wasn’t for Nothing: A Story of Faith.

Michaele’s journey is a living testimony of resilience, perseverance, and unshakable faith. From navigating heartbreak and single motherhood to building a platform that helps other writers bring their stories to life, Michaele shares how God transformed her valleys into a story of purpose.

Together, Connie and Michaele explore:

• The role of faith as an anchor in life’s hardest seasons

• How to turn pain into purpose and see setbacks as part of a bigger story

• The impact of heritage, culture, and identity on resilience

• Encouragement for anyone walking through layoffs, career shakeups, or personal valleys

This conversation is a reminder that no pain is wasted and your story can be the testimony someone else needs to hear.

Tune in for a heartfelt discussion on faith, resilience, and the power of storytelling — and leave with renewed hope for your own journey.

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In Resilience Reimagined: The Truth About Bouncing Back After Layoffs, Connie Korbelic unpacks the real meaning of resilience in today’s workplace. With over 806,000 layoffs this year, she sheds light on why “just bounce back” isn’t enough and how resilience often emerges as both a trauma response and a learned skill. From the hidden costs of always “toughing it out” to the hope of transforming forward instead of going back, Connie shares research, personal stories, and five practical anchors to help displaced workers navigate uncertainty. If you’ve faced layoffs, career pivots, or burnout, this episode offers the tools, encouragement, and perspective you need to rise, reinvent, and radiate with courage.

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What do procurement and supply chains have to do with your career? More than you think. 

In this week’s episode of The Connie Korbelic Podcast, I share how the very principles that keep global supply chains running through disruption are the same strategies you can apply to navigate career shakeups. 

From diversifying your skills like dual sourcing, to building “just-in-case” resilience, to forecasting your future path supply chain lessons can help you chart your next career port with clarity and confidence. 

Because Unicorns, you’re not just sailing through your career. You’re the captain and the cargo. 

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Career uncertainty impacts every generation — from Gen X navigating mid-career layoffs, to Millennials pivoting industries, to Gen Z and NEETs searching for stability in a shifting workforce. In this episode, Connie Korbelic unpacks practical roadmaps for reinvention across Gen X, Gen Y/Millennials, Gen Z, NEETs, and even Gen Alpha as they prepare to enter the workforce.

Discover how to reframe your experience, showcase transferable skills, embrace digital literacy, and lean into UNICORN Resilience™ — the proven framework of Unleashing Potential, Negotiating Worth, Innovation, Confidence, Optimism, Resilience, and Networking.

Whether you’re restarting, pivoting, or just preparing for what’s ahead, this episode is your guide to rising above layoffs, rejection, and invisibility — and stepping boldly into a career where you’re seen, valued, and empowered.

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Radiate in 8 – Words Birth Activity: The Power of the Tongue and Renewing the Mind

In this 8-minute episode, Connie Korbelic unpacks the life-shaping power of words and the daily practice of renewing your mind. Drawing from Proverbs 23:7 (“As a man thinketh, so is he”) and Proverbs 18:21 (“Life and death are in the power of the tongue”), you’ll discover how self-talk can plant seeds of either sabotage or courage.

Learn why wisdom balances logic and emotion, how Romans 12:2 calls us to transformation, and how shifting one phrase this week can reshape your direction. If you’ve walked through trials, transitions, or career shakeups, this episode is your reminder that what you speak, you eventually live.

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In my latest podcast episode, I share both the research and my own story of layoffs and workplace shifts to unpack: 

• Why authenticity is the fuel that drives engagement, trust, and retention 

• How imposter thoughts can unexpectedly sharpen collaboration and empathy 

• The practical steps leaders and professionals can take to transform self-doubt into resilience 

This isn’t about erasing imposter syndrome. It’s about reframing it and letting it sharpen your authenticity instead of silence it. 

🎙The Connie Korbelic Podcast, Ep. 31: Winning the War Within. 

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Drawing from career setbacks and reinvention across multiple industries, Connie explores how wisdom becomes the steady guide that helps us see beyond disappointments and turn detours into rubies of experience. This short and powerful episode offers hope, perspective, and a reminder that you are seen, supported, and not alone.

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Career setbacks — layoffs, demotions, or missed promotions — can leave even the strongest professionals questioning their worth. In this week’s episode of The Connie Korbelic Podcast, I share 6 steps to G.R.O.W.T.H. (Going Repeatedly Onward With Tremendous Heart) so you can move from feeling invisible to confidently stepping into your next chapter.

You’ll discover how to: ✅ Take the first small step forward, even when fear holds you back ✅ Reframe rejection into resilience ✅ Release the past and move onward ✅ Leverage mentors, community, and faith for reinvention ✅ Dream tremendously beyond “safe” options ✅ Lead with heart to stand out in today’s workforce

If you’re navigating change, this episode is for you. Let’s turn your career setback into your comeback. Want more than just listening? Don't miss out on community! Join us LIVE and be part of the conversation! Radiate in 8 – Tuesdays at 8 p.m. CST | Tune in for 8 minutes of connection and encouragement The Connie Korbelic Podcast – Saturdays at 10 a.m. CST | Helping You Navigate Career uncertainty rise with clarity, reinvent with confidence, and stand out with purpose.

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Have you ever felt invisible at work like your hard work went unnoticed, your ideas were dismissed, or you were overlooked for opportunities you deserved? You’re not alone. In this powerful episode, Connie shares her own story of layoffs, demotions, and rejection and the turning point that helped her reclaim her worth.

You’ll discover 3 steps to move from invisible to impactful: ✨ Claim Your Confidence ✨ Shine Your Light ✨ Step Boldly Into New Chapters

This is your invitation to stop shrinking to fit someone else’s view of you and start showing up with the confidence to be seen, heard, and valued. Because the world doesn’t benefit from you playing small it needs your voice, your vision, and your brilliance.

Whether you’re navigating a layoff, feeling stuck in your career, or simply ready to rise higher, this episode will give you the clarity and courage to step into your next chapter with boldness.

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Episode 26: Navigating Detours & The 4 R’s of Road-Trip Resilience

Last week, we defined the destination. This week, we’re talking about how to actually get there — without burning out or losing hope. Because on the road of career reinvention, detours are guaranteed… but they’re not dead ends.

Connie shares her personal story of layoffs, rejection, and career pivots, weaving in scripture from Proverbs 3:5-6 about trusting God’s guidance. She unpacks the 4 R’s of Road-Trip Resilience to help you stay grounded in the long haul: 1️⃣ Rest Stops – Take breaks. Avoid burnout. 2️⃣ Refuel – Fill your spirit with encouragement and gratitude. 3️⃣ Repair – Heal from setbacks and realign your focus. 4️⃣ Recalculate – Adjust without shame — detours mean growth.

✨ You’ll also get a sneak peek into Unicorn Resilience — Connie’s framework for moving from invisible to empowered, with bold authenticity and clarity. Plus, practical tools like creating a Career Compass, mapping 90-day mile markers, and practicing Windshield Gratitude to keep your journey forward-focused.

If you’re facing a layoff, recovering from a setback, or simply stuck in a season of uncertainty, this episode will give you encouragement, practical strategies, and the reminder that you are more than any job title — and your purpose is unshakable.

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Part 1 focuses on defining your destination clarifying what you truly want after a layoff, career pivot, or challenging season. Learn to identify roadblocks, set your values, and take the first mile marker steps toward reinvention.

If you’ve felt stuck, burned out, or lost in the shuffle of today’s talent marketplace — this episode is your roadmap to clarity and courage. Enjoying listening to the content? Listen, Subscribe & Connect:  Don't miss out on community! Watch & Engage Live on socials Saturdays 10 a.m. CST.  Live on IG, Youtube & LinkedIn. 

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In this powerful episode of The Connie Korbelic Podcast, we dive deep into the raw truth about self-leadership and real accountability.

Using the LEAD framework — Live It, Earn It, Apply It, Dominate — Connie breaks down the internal battle of becoming the leader your life needs.

Whether you're navigating a career setback, stuck in self-doubt, or craving a breakthrough, this episode challenges you to step up, stop blaming, and start owning your outcome.

With insights from The Oz Principle and personal stories of reinvention, you'll learn how to rise above excuses, lead from within, and take back control of your story.

🎧 Tune in to uncover: The 4 steps to rise above the line (See It, Own It, Solve It, Do It)

Why discipline beats emotion when you're stuck How to dominate your lane without ego and leave a legacy worth following Perfect for high achievers, career changers, and faith-driven women ready to lead from the inside out. Enjoying listening to the content? Watch & Engage Live on socials Saturdays 10 a.m. CST.  Live on IG, Youtube & LinkedIn. 

This week’s episode is not just about me. It’s about you. If you’ve ever asked: “Who am I now?” “Am I still valuable after everything I’ve lost?” “Do I even recognize myself anymore?”

Tune in. I’m holding up the mirror. And you might just see yourself reflected in my story. Enjoying listening to the content? Watch & Engage Live on socials Saturdays 10 a.m. CST.  Live on IG, Youtube & LinkedIn. 

• Let go of shame and resentment
• Reclaim your voice after being silenced
• Anchor yourself in the present to rebuild your future

Whether you’re navigating job loss, demotion, or a career identity crisis, this episode will help you breathe deeper, stand taller, and radiate with new purpose. Enjoying listening to the content? Watch & Engage Live on socials Saturdays 10 a.m. CST.  Live on IG, Youtube & LinkedIn. 

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We explore the second step in the UNICORN Method—N: Negotiate Your Worth—and it’s a game-changer. Whether you're in the middle of a layoff, career pivot, or just trying to get your voice back in the workplace, this episode will show you how to advocate for your value even if you’re between opportunities. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: How to reframe your career story with confidence (even after a layoff) The truth about negotiating outside of salary think access, purpose, flexibility & alignment. How to approach informational interviews as strategic micro-negotiations Why consulting, freelance, and project work are power plays during transitions. How to create your personal Non-Negotiables List for your next career move. Listener Challenge: One conversation that could change everything. Real talk, real tools, and a reminder that: You are not waiting to be chosen. You are choosing. Bonus Insight: Learn how curiosity, storytelling, and values-based boundaries are the new power tools in today’s workforce.  This episode is for you if you’ve ever asked: “How do I bounce back from a layoff with dignity?” “How do I ask for what I’m worth without sounding arrogant?” “How do I network without begging for a job?”

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Feeling stuck after a job loss, layoff, or shift in purpose? You’re not broken. You’re becoming. In this transformational episode of The Connie Korbelic Podcast, we kick off the UNICORN Career Series with U – Unleashing Potential—the first step to reinventing yourself, rediscovering your purpose, and thriving in today’s evolving workforce. If you’ve ever said: “I feel lost in my career” “I’m grieving the version of me that no longer fits” “I want to start over but don’t know how” This episode is your permission slip to begin again—boldly, authentically, and with power. What You’ll Learn: Why feeling stuck is sometimes unprocessed grief, not lack of ambition How to pinpoint transferable skills + values that light your career path How to speak the language of your next opportunity Real-life transformation stories from Sara Blakely & Lindsey Stirling 3 empowering books to spark your career reinvention 📚 Bonus Tools: Journal prompts for reflection Power phrases to fuel confidence A behind-the-scenes peek at Connie’s personal journey of rediscovery Whether you’re rebounding from a setback or reinventing your path on purpose, this episode will help you hear the whisper of your potential—and turn it into a roar.

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