Entry Level Podcast

Managing change during uncertain times with Michael Diettrich-Chastain

Sun, 05 Apr 2020 13:41:16 -0400

There has never been a better time to talk about managing change. There's no doubt we are all facing significant change as we adapt to new routines, quarantine, potential job loss, sick friends and family, fear of what's coming next, and how to get through each day with our sanity in tact.

In this episode we bring on Michael Diettrich-Chastain, the founder and CEO of Arc Integrated, an Organizational Consulting and Professional Coaching practice in Asheville, NC. Through a focus on change management, emotional intelligence and leadership effectiveness, Arc Integrated empowers individuals and organizations to achieve optimum performance in their work and life.

In this episode, we dig into:

-How to handle change during an incredibly uncertain time

-The 7 components of change and how each is connected to the others

-Why the people we surround ourselves with can make or break our growth

-Balancing how much time you put into managing your strengths vs. weaknesses

-The impact COVID-19 is having on our social worlds and how to navigate

Michael also offers listeners a great freebie at the end of the episode!

Connect with Michael on social & website -

https://www.instagram.com/michaeldiettrichchastain

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mdiettrichchastain/

https://www.facebook.com/arcintegrated/

https://twitter.com/ArcIntegratedHQ

https://www.arcintegrated.com/

Michael’s Book – www.thechangesbook.com

Michael’s Card Deck – https://www.arcintegrated.com/cards/

You can also find us on Instagram at @entrylevelpodcast

Coronavirus impact on the service industry with Lizzie Havoc

Sat, 28 Mar 2020 12:23:16 -0400

As the Coronavirus (COVID-19) has quickly escalated across the country, we've seen certain industries be impacted particularly hard. One of which is the service industry. As many of us mourn the loss of our favorite restaurants and bars, the loss is felt greatest by those whose livelihood depends on it. Join us as we talk to Boston bar legend, Lizzie Havoc, General Manager and bartender at the Avenue Bar & Grill in Allston, as we talk about:

How this all has played out for herself and her staff
Ways in which the community has already stepped up to help out
The launch of "Bartending in Sweatpants"
The difference between leaders who care most about people vs. profits
Navigating the challenges of applying for unemployment right now
What the community can do to help those in the service industry get through this tough time

If you'd like to donate to support the Avenue staff, you can venmo at: @Lizzie-Havoc

Coronavirus: Exposure to the Virus & Creating Community Amidst Chaos

Sat, 21 Mar 2020 10:24:50 -0400

In the second episode of the Corona Chronicles, we talk about 2 key topics: what it's like being exposed to the virus and forced into quarantine and how organizations are shifting into virtual mode to keep engagement high.

Have you ever thought about how much of what you do each day can be translated into the virtual world? We're finding out! Sarah talks about how her company is moving everything virtual, from yoga classes and breath-work to educational lessons for kids to happy hours. In addition to keeping the business moving, how can companies make sure their employees are staying physically and emotionally well during this crazy time?

Lindsay also digs into what it's like to find out you have been exposed to the virus in the work environment. Have you found out you've been exposed - how did you manage?

And finally, we debate how many drinks a day is too many in the new world we live in.

Join us!!

Coronavirus Pandemic in Boston: Navigating a new personal & professional world

Wed, 18 Mar 2020 17:35:57 -0400

As the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic accelerates in the United States, we wanted to take the chance to talk about what all of this looks and feels like. These are unprecedented times and navigating through it will require all of us to come together and work together like never before.

In this first Corona Chronicles episode, we discuss:

How the virus has evolved in the last few weeks and months - and what made us take it seriously
What the impact has looked like for our jobs
What it's been like working as an event marketer during this process
The #CancelEverything movement and importance
What it means to flatten the curve
How we've seen the community step up in various ways
Adjusting to working remotely 100% of the time
The early days of self-isolation
What we're stocking up on for quarantine (HINT: it's not TP)

We will continue this series over the coming days as an opportunity to discuss how our world is adapting and changing in the face of a pandemic. This is going to have lasting ripple effects on our careers and the economy and we plan to bring on a variety of perspectives to talk about it. Join us!

How social media has helped or hurt our careers in the last decade

Sun, 22 Dec 2019 09:26:14 -0500

We're just a few days away from a new decade! Has the last decade gone as fast for you as it has for us? We thought it was a good time to start our series on social media by reflecting on the evolution of social media since our college days.

We look back on the days when the only platform was Facebook and the only people on it were our friends in college. The quality of your photos were irrelevant. What mattered was the memories made and who had the best album caption.

We also talk about:

-What it was like to be the first generation on social media

-How we use social media for personal branding

-Why Lindsay despises Facebook

-Why perception is everything on social media

-How and why social media has shifted from mostly personal memories to mostly vanity/business

-How to be proactive about having the presence you want

And since it's the holiday season, we close with an important topic: best holiday movies!

Join the convo on Instagram and give us a rating on itunes!

Elle Woods in real life: Navigating the path to partner with Morgan Nighan

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 20:29:05 -0500

Did you ever consider becoming a lawyer as a potential career path? For the majority of us, it was one of those flashy careers that we all considered at some point. Maybe inspired by Elle Woods from Legally Blonde circa 2001 or because we were told we'd be good at it due to our debate skills. But very few of us ever actually pursued it - and even fewer were successful enough to make partner in a law firm by their early 30's. This is why we were excited to interview Morgan Nighan!

Morgan is partner-elect at her MA-based law firm and we got to walk through the experiences she went through to get to this notable career milestone.

We talk about:

-Why being a lawyer was always the career choice for Morgan

-What it was like juggling school and studying for the LSATs

-The hardest part of law school - and what made Morgan feel at home

-The interview process to become an associate

-What set her apart on the path to partner

-How she took advantage of opportunities that others saw as setbacks

And so much more! And yes, after completion of this interview, we did watch Legally Blonde!

INTERVIEWING 101 for that first (or 5th) job

Sun, 06 Oct 2019 19:30:11 -0400

Prepping for a job interview can be daunting and there are so many variations. Is it an internal interview or a new company? Is it an entry level position or more advanced? Is it early in the process or in the final stages? Is it 1x1 or a panel? In this episode, we talk about how to prepare for these different types of interviews and our experiences (both good and bad!) in the last 10 years of our careers.

We wrap up with our LEASET favorite interview questions of all time.

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How Passive Income Allowed Rachel Richards to Retire before 30

Tue, 20 Aug 2019 07:08:32 -0400

Rachel is in her late 20's and just put her 2-week notice in at work to officially RETIRE. Crazy, right??We're very excited to have Rachel back for another episode! You may remember her from earlier this year when she came on to talk about budgeting, debt reduction, and investing 101. These are all key topics for anyone in the first 10 years of their career as you learn how to manage your money.

Once you get the basics down, the next step is to think about how you can start generating passive income. The money you make in your 9-5 is your "active" income because it requires you to physically be there to make money, but there is a significant opportunity for you to start generating passive income as well. Think making money from a blog, course, book, rental properties or investments.

Rachel dives into what passive income is, how to start generating it, and how it allowed her to retire before 30. Check it out!

Also check out Rachel's previous episodes:

Getting your Financial Sh$t Together (Part 1)

Getting your Financial Sh$t Together (Part 2)

HANDLING SEXUAL HARASSMENT AT WORK

Mon, 08 Jul 2019 07:51:13 -0400

Sexual harassment in the workplace - and beyond - is widespread, with studies estimating that anywhere from almost a quarter to more than eight in ten women experience it in their lifetimes.

In this episode, we tackle:

-What sexual harassment looks (and feels) like

-Why it's important to go with your gut in most situations

-What forms of sexual harassment we've experienced in our early careers

-How we've dealt with these experiences

-How we put boundaries in place to limit exposure

Join the convo on Instagram and give us a rating on itunes!

LADY BACKPACKS: Yay or Nay? (Fast Five)

Tue, 25 Jun 2019 20:53:26 -0400

The latest trend for professional women has been around the lady backpack. In this Fast Five, we discuss pros/cons to using backpacks for work and whether we've adopted the trend ourselves (or plan to). What are your thoughts on the lady backpack? Or, if you're a guy, do you use a backpack, bag or briefcase for work??

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WHY SELF-AWARENESS IS AN INDICATOR OF LEADERSHIP POTENTIAL

Sun, 16 Jun 2019 13:15:20 -0400

Do you know what energizes you? Frustrates you? Calms you? Do you think about how your actions impact those around you? Are you someone who instantly reacts to a situation? Or do you take the time to process before responding? The answer to all of these questions helps determine the level of self-awareness that you have. Understanding your emotions, drivers, needs, and triggers enables you to put your best foot forward as a leader. It also helps you become more empathetic in your relationships as you learn to think outside your own personal situation. In this episode, we dive into exactly what self-awareness is, how to cultivate it, why it matters, and the signs that someone is not self-aware.

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FAST 5: JEOPARDY, love it or leave it?

Wed, 22 May 2019 21:48:12 -0400

In this week's Fast 5 episode, we do a quick debrief on Jeopardy. As a millennial, do you love it or leave it? And if you do love it, how did your interest in it come about?

We spend 5 minutes discussing:

How James Holzhauer is crushing it
Why Sarah has a soft spot for Jeopardy & her favorite final Jeopardy question
Why Lindsay thinks there is a time and place for Jeopardy viewing

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MISERABLE AT YOUR JOB? How to make that next big move

Sun, 19 May 2019 12:38:31 -0400

On this week's episode we talk about making a job change. As you progress in your career, it is very common to make a job shift every few years. Whether this is an internal move or you take a role at another company, it is not a decision to be taken lightly. Both of us recently made a job move (one internally and one externally) so we talk in detail about what prompted the decision and why we made the moves we did.

We dig into:

Why the "new every 2" rule has worked for us in our early careers
The #1 reason employees choose to leave their companies - and our experience with it
The difference between making a move internally vs. externally
How to know when you're ready for the next step
Our biggest work-related pet peeves

Check it out, follow us on instagram and give us a rating on itunes!

HOW TO STAY FIT, SANE AND PRESERVE YOUR DIGNITY IF YOU TRAVEL FREQUENTLY

Mon, 06 May 2019 21:08:28 -0400

Whether you're a road warrior or just travel a handful of times per year, you've probably been faced with the feeling of coming home feeling lethargic, hungover, and in rough shape after a week away. Whether it's for work or play, we've been there but have devised some tricks over the years to bring more balance to travel life. If you're trying to stay on top of your fitness goals or just maintain your sanity (and dignity) while traveling, this episode is for you.

We cover:

- What to pack to stay on track - from snacks to entertainment

- What to request in your hotel room

- How to keep drinking at work events under control - because ya know, you should

- Fitting in activity each day

- How to manage the long-haul trips (10+ days) without getting burnt out

We also have a VERY special guest who briefly joins us for an impromptu hello!

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NAVIGATING SALARY NEGOTIATION so you can stop leaving thousands on the table

Sun, 07 Apr 2019 20:50:43 -0400

Did you know that only 39% of people negotiated their salary in their last job offer? And unfortunately us ladies are dragging down the average as 46% of men asked, but only 34% of women did. This varies a bit by city but the takeaway is that we are all leaving A LOT of money on the table. In fact, failing to negotiate your salary early in your career can result in losing tens or hundreds of thousands over the course of your career.

In this episode, we discuss:

What you need to look at besides just the salary number
How to do research to understand what you're worth
Why companies expect you to negotiate
How to handle the question: "What salary are you looking for?"
Why you should be persistent even if you hear no the first time

Check it out, follow us on instagram and give us a rating on itunes!

BUILDING A CREATIVE THINK TANK with Lindsey Tague & Justin Bordeaux of The 904 Collaborative

Thu, 21 Mar 2019 07:20:33 -0400

Collaboration is critical to the success of any entrepreneur. Ideas can flourish and be driven by action. Networking opportunities can build new business and opportunities. Skills can be developed and shared amongst participants. This collaborative spirit is what Lindsey Tague and Justin Bordeaux, co-founders of The 904 Collaborative, aim to achieve.

In this episode, we discuss where Lindsey and Justin met (mostly because it's a fun story), what made them decide to work together, why it's so important for creatives to have a place to brainstorm and share ideas, how they are building this collaborative space, and what keeps them inspired to follow this passion.

This episode is for anyone who needs a boost of entrepreneurial spirit and wants to understand what goes on behind the scenes of mastermind groups.

You can learn more about The 904 Collaborative at:

New website (coming soon!): http://the904collaborative.com/

Instagram: @the904collaborative

MEAL PREP 101 for the busy professional with Talia Koren, Founder of Workweek Lunch

Mon, 11 Mar 2019 16:01:27 -0400

On average, Americans age 18 and over spend 37 minutes in food preparation and cleanup each day. That's about 4.5 hours per week. And the average household spends about $550 per month on food. That's a hefty bill and a lot of time spent just on meals. What if it could be cheaper and faster?

This is what we talk about on this week's episode with Founder of Workweek Lunch, Talia Koren. Workweek Lunch is a site and meal plan subscription dedicated to helping busy people meal prep to save time and money while eating healthy. Talia lives in Queens, NY where she spends most of her time in a tiny kitchen whipping up big batch meals and sharing tips and tricks with her 250k Instagram followers. Prior to going full-time with Workweek Lunch, Talia dabbled in the entertainment industry, journalism and social media consulting. Talia's mission is to show people how easy it is to prep delicious plant-focused meals on a budget to create more time, money and energy in our lives for the things that matter to us most.

We talk with her about what it takes to build a thriving business online, why she chooses not to focus on diets, and why learning how to meal prep is so critical for the busy professional or working parent.

Learn more about Talia and Workweek Lunch at: workweeklunch.com

Instagram: @workweeklunch

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Leaving the corporate world to follow your passions w/Kristyn Danieli

Mon, 04 Mar 2019 21:00:26 -0500

It is becoming more common and more accepted for our generation to break out of the mold of the 9-5 to follow their passions and create their own path towards the things that allow them to make a greater impact.

With us this week to talk about one of those paths is Kristyn Danieli. Kristyn is currently a business owner, motivational mentor and speaker, soulful retreat facilitator and community builder. Kristyn also received her MBA from Endicott College in 2013. She has 10 years of corporate experience between Real Estate, Franchise Operations, and Project Management as well as business development within higher education. As you can probably tell, she has done a lot across many different spaces.

Kristyn left behind the corporate world for the last time this April to launch her business, Souls on the Rise. We’re going to talk on this episode about what motivated her to do that, what it’s been like on both sides and also why she decided to do a solo trip around Europe for 3 months. So much to unpack!

You can learn more about Kristyn and Souls on the Rise at:

Website: https://www.soulsontherise.com/

Souls on the Rise Instagram: @soulsontherise

Souls on the Rise Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soulsontherise/

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Episode 25: Escaping the Entry Level Money Mindset: Top Takeaways

Sun, 24 Feb 2019 22:12:49 -0500

February has been an awesome month covering an extremely hot topic: MONEY!

Money elicits so many emotions in us: happiness, fear, stress, anxiety, safety, security etc. Many of us spend most of our lives chained to a career or lifestyle we don't like because we haven't learned the skills and strategies to take our money mindset to the next level. That's exactly what our guests took us through over the last several weeks and today we talk about our top takeaways.

If you're looking for the other episodes, they are listed here below:

Episode 20: Rachel Richards: Getting your Financial Shit Together (Part 1): Saving & Budgeting

Episode 21: Rachel Richards: Getting your Financial Shit Together (Part 2): Investing 101

Episode 22: Eric Roberge: Managing your Money Once you Make 6 Figures

Episode 24: Grant Sabatier: From Broke to Millionaire in 5 Years

Episode 24: Going from broke to millionaire in 5 years with Grant Sabatier

Mon, 18 Feb 2019 06:52:00 -0500

If you've ever thought about setting a goal to retire early, this episode is for you.

With us this week to talk money, hustling, FIRE, and investing is Grant Sabatier. Grant is the author of Financial Freedom and the Creator of Millennial Money, which has reached over 10 million readers. Dubbed the “Millennial Millionaire” by CNBC, Grant went from having only $2.26 in his bank account to being a millionaire in 5 years, reaching financial independence at the age of 30. He writes about personal finance, investing, entrepreneurship, and mindfulness and hosts the Financial Freedom podcast. Grant has been featured on Rachael Ray, in the New York Times, Washington Post, NPR, Money Magazine, and many others.

On this episode, we spend some time breaking down Grant's story from the beginning. How he ended up broke, what small steps he took to get back on his feet, the importance of a side hustle (or many) and what advice he gives to anyone looking to each financial independence far before retirement age.

You can learn more about Grant and Millennial Money below:

Financial Freedom Book

Visit Millennial Money Blog

Follow him on social media:

Instagram: @millennialmoneycom

Book's Instagram: @financialfreedom

Also follow Entry Level Podcast on Instagram at: @entrylevelpodcast

Episode 23: "The Fast 5": Should you get "Pawternity" Leave?

Fri, 15 Feb 2019 09:57:00 -0500

We recently stumbled across an article this week on whether new pet parents should get a week of paid leave. Hear what Lindsay and Sarah think of this hairy situation.

Article: https://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/brewdog-puppy-paternity-leave_us_58a6de90e4b07602ad539975

Episode 22: Managing your money once you make over 6-figures with Eric Roberge

Mon, 11 Feb 2019 07:42:25 -0500

You've done it. You've worked hard, gotten the education, put in the long nights and early mornings to get to a point in your career where you're starting to make good money. Maybe you've even had a goal of hitting 6-figures and you did it! Now what? For the first time in your life, you're not necessarily struggling to pay your bills but you also know you're probably not making all the right financial choices.

Should you be putting more in your 401K? Should you be investing elsewhere? How much should you put towards any lingering debt versus saving for big goals like buying a house or paying for a wedding? Do you spring for the expensive apartment or stay where you are?

Eric Roberge, founder of Beyond your Hammock, talked with us about many of these scenarios and how to approach money management once you start actually having some money.

He helps with learning how to:

Take control of your cash flow
Develop a savings plan that enables financial freedom
Avoid costly mistakes that keep you stuck and struggling
Invest appropriately to create significant wealth
Enjoy the ability to use your time the way you want

To learn more about Eric, visit him about beyondyourhammock.com.

Also follow Entry Level Podcast on Instagram at: @entrylevelpodcast

Episode 21: Getting your Financial $hit Together (Part 2 - Investing 101) w/ Rachel Richards

Mon, 04 Feb 2019 09:09:16 -0500

Investing is a scary word for many of us. We don't understand much about it other than that it is risky and complicated - until now. The reality is that if you aren't currently saving for retirement or your future goals, you are already behind. And investing is the best way to reach your long-term financial targets.

On this week's episode we release part 2 of a 2-part series with Rachel Richards, author of Money Honey: A Simple 7-Step Guide to Getting your Financial $hit Together. Rachel has always had a passion for understanding money. This stemmed from growing up in a household on a strict budget. In fact, she began investing in the stock market at 18 years old and graduated a 40K per year college in just 3 years - 100% debt-free. Learn about how she did it and her tips around budgeting, saving, and investing.

In this episode, she will also cover off on her 3 key investing rules and the exact steps you can take to get started today (because you should....start today).

You can learn more about Rachel and her book at:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoneyHoneyRachel/

Instagram: @moneyhoneyrachel

Follow Entry Level Podcast on Instagram at: @entrylevelpodcast

Episode 20: Getting your Financial $hit Together w/ Rachel Richards (Part 1)

Mon, 28 Jan 2019 08:45:35 -0500

Do you struggle with paying off debt, budgeting, and saving? If so, you're not alone. In fact, it's estimated that 78% of Americans who work full-time live paycheck to paycheck. But it is possible to develop a new mindset around money and change this reality!

On this week's episode we kick of with part 1 of a 2-part series with Rachel Richards, author of Money Honey: A Simple 7-Step Guide to Getting your Financial $hit Together. Rachel has always had a passion for understanding money. This stemmed from growing up in a household on a strict budget. In fact, she began investing in the stock market at 18 years old and graduated a 40K per year college in just 3 years - 100% debt-free. Learn about how she did it and her tips around budgeting, saving, and investing.

She will also cover off on her 4-bucket savings strategy and how to tackle debt in the most effective way.

You can learn more about Rachel and her book at:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoneyHoneyRachel/

Instagram: @moneyhoneyrachel

Follow Entry Level Podcast on Instagram at: @entrylevelpodcast

Episode 19: "The Fast 5": Are millennial women wealthy but miserable?

Wed, 26 Dec 2018 07:00:00 -0500

On this week's Fast 5, we talk about an interesting article that came out this week titled "Rich and miserable: the legacy baby boomers left for millennials". In short, the article highlights how millennials earn more than young adult households did at nearly any time in the past 50 years. This has particularly strong implications for women - both financially and mentally.

Join us for 5 minutes as we discuss whether we agree with some of the statements in the article - like how women are really struggling to make parenting work - and share your thoughts with us too!

Original article: https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/opinion/rich-and-miserable-the-legacy-baby-boomers-left-for-millennials

Episode 18: Setting smart resolutions for the new year

Thu, 20 Dec 2018 10:07:41 -0500

It's late December which can only mean one thing. You need to rush out to finish your Christmas shopping. And....it's time to start thinking about 2019.

Are you someone who sets lofty resolutions every year? Maybe your goal is to lose weight, exercise more, wake up earlier, or find a new hobby. Goals are a critical part of our growth and evolution as humans. But we often go crazy when it comes to a new year and think it's our only shot at making those big changes.

On this week's episode, we talk about:

- What our biggest takeaways from 2018 were

- Whether or not we believe in setting New Year's Resolutions

- How to set goals that are achievable

- Where we see 2019 taking us

And big thanks to our listeners for going on this ride with us in 2018!

Episode 17: "The Fast 5 Series": Surviving the Holidays

Tue, 27 Nov 2018 08:22:23 -0500

Do you just survive or do you thrive through the holidays? In this Fast 5 episode, we cover our top tips for managing holiday stress - everything from how to manage "broken home holidays" to dealing with "grandma guilt". Spend 5 minutes with us!

Episode 16: Dealing with difficult people at work

Sun, 18 Nov 2018 20:50:45 -0500

If you've been in the workforce for any significant amount of time - you've likely come across people that are difficult for you to work with. This may be a manager, peer, or someone you manage. Issues can arise based on communication, workload, attitude, personal issues, etc.

On this week's episode, we explore:

- Why conflict tends to arise

- How to manage different types of conflict

- Which type of conflict is the most dangerous to your career

- Why self-awareness is such a vital skill to learn

- The most common ways to cope with a difficult coworker

- Our experiences with difficult situations and how we've handled them

- Why conflict can be a GOOD thing

Check it out, follow us on instagram and give us a rating on itunes!

Episode 15: Why bashing millennials won't stop them from changing how we work

Thu, 08 Nov 2018 08:15:41 -0500

It's a tale as old as time. Or at least as long as Millennials have been in the workforce. We're entitled, lazy, and have zero, zilp, zilch loyalty. This week we explore why Millennials get so much haterade and dispel some of the myths.

The crazy truth is that all Millennials are now in the workforce! So listen to this episode to hear our thoughts on:

- What we learned from our parents on what work/life balance looks like

- Why questioning the status quo is a strength - not a weakness

- Why the generations can only work together if we all decide to accept and embrace new ways of thinking

- How technology has enabled flexibility and remote working - and why this is difficult for some to understand

- Other things Millennials have killed - including Kraft cheese slices and top sheets

Don't forget to follow us on Instagram at @entrylevelpodcast and give us a rating on Itunes!

Episode 14: "The Fast 5": Why your vote matters

Mon, 05 Nov 2018 17:34:43 -0500

In addition to our weekly episodes, we're kicking off a new series called "The Fast 5". These will be 5-minute episodes where we touch on a hot topic of the week - whether it's a relevant article, important event, or a controversial topic.

On the inaugural "Fast 5" episode, we talk VOTING. Have you voted already? We quickly cover why this election matters, why the turnout is already breaking records, and why your vote matters. Spend a Fast 5 with us!

Episode 13: Empowering women to unleash their inner entrepreneur

Tue, 30 Oct 2018 21:15:14 -0400

This week's episode is one that resonated strongly - as we discussed the journey to becoming a female entrepreneur with The She Shift founder, Melissa Clark.

Melissa founded The She Shift to promote and empower women and businesswomen. She is an author, podcast host, consultant, owns an apparel line, and is also a certified Reiki level one and two practitioner.

We talk to Melissa about:

- What made her take the leap into this business

- What her journey as an entrepreneur has been like over the last four years

- How she balances all of her pursuits

- Her experience with writing The She Shift and what inspired her to do so

- Top tips for anyone looking to start their own business

- Melissa's biggest inspirations!

You can learn more about Melissa and The She Shift at:

http://thesheshift.com/

https://www.facebook.com/thesheshift/

https://twitter.com/thesheshift

https://www.instagram.com/thesheshift/?hl=en

Order her book at: https://www.amazon.com/She-Shift-HiStory-HerStory/dp/0996558721

Episode 12: Understanding how to use persuasive communication

Tue, 09 Oct 2018 09:06:04 -0400

Communication is the cornerstone of all of our relationships - whether professional or personal. It is one of the most important life skills. So why is it that so many of us struggle to do it effectively?

On this week's episode, we talk to Jeff Tippett - author, speaker, and entrepreneur - about the value of persuasive communication.

We cover:

*The difference between persuasion and manipulation

*How to utilize persuasive communication to create a personal brand

*How Jeff used persuasion during the adoption process

*Why vulnerability is important in persuasion

*The two words Jeff looks for to know if has effectivaly persuaded his audience

*What you can do to be a better communicator

You can connect with Jeff on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jefftippett/

Check out his book "Pixels is the New Ink": https://amzn.to/2Ohb9i0

Episode 11: Entry Level - Getting outside of your comfort zone by traveling abroad

Fri, 28 Sep 2018 07:11:00 -0400

Have you ever thrown caution to the wind and picked up and moved across the world for 5 months? With no prior international travel? If you've ever wanted to push yourself completely out of your comfort zone, or if you have done so, you'll relate to this episode.

This week we talk specifically about the pros and cons of choosing to study abroad in college. Not only do we talk through the process of deciding to go, but also wading through the fear, anxiety, barriers, and self-doubt that come with any major life shift. It's also been shown that students who study abroad fare better in the job market, are more likely to embrace new experiences that come up in their professional lives, and tend to show increased adaptability.

Give it a listen and let us know about your experience studying or working abroad! Follow us on instagram @entrylevelpodcast

Episode 10: Entry Level: Should you relocate for a job?

Mon, 17 Sep 2018 07:23:00 -0400

Have you ever been asked to relocate for a job? If you haven't yet, there's a good chance that you might face the decision at some point in your career. In fact, about 1/5 of employees have been asked to move at least once.

Lindsay and I have both been asked to move multiple times in our early careers. In some situations, we said yes. I moved to Austin and she moved to San Francisco (from Boston). However, we both ended up back in Boston and then were asked to move AGAIN.

Check out this episode to hear about:

-The most common reasons people are asked to move

-Why we said yes AND why we said no

-What it was like to really make the move

-Differences between the challenges men face vs. women when moving

-How to handle the negotiation and paperwork aspect of a move

-Questions to think about when considering a move

Let us know if you've had to make this decision!

Episode 9: Entry Level - The consultant life and how to avoid burnout

Tue, 04 Sep 2018 09:15:30 -0400

This week we have Kelly Ziner on the podcast talking about her career path from journalism to consulting. Like many of us coming out of college, she was ready to jump head-first into the field she had majored in. But things took a bit of a different turn and she is now a successful consultant in the medical field. Many of us go through this transition in the first few years outside of school and she talks about what propelled her into this new field.

The consultant life also has many pros and cons and we talk to Kelly about the impact of excessive travel on her relationships, health, and overall mindset. We also discuss whether consulting is a lifelong career path or only manageable at certain points in life.

Today's special segment: "Travel Diaries" - top advice if you travel frequently. Hint: NEVER MAKE EYE CONTACT

You can connect with Kelly on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellyziner/

Find Entry Level Podcast on Instagram at: @entrylevelpodcast

Episode 8: Entry Level - Starting a Successful Fashion & Lifestyle Blog

Mon, 20 Aug 2018 22:34:39 -0400

On this week's episode we talk fashion and lifestyle blogging with Katie Devlin, founder of Klassically Kaytee. Katie is a local Boston blogger and has built a following sharing tips and tricks on fashion, home decor, travel, skincare, and more.

Since launching her blog in 2017, she has built a highly engaged following on Instagram and has regular collaborations with other bloggers and boutiques. Katie sits down to talk to us about what inspired her to get started, how she balances the blog with her full-time job, and her best advice on building a social following in this space. She also gives her top tips for anyone looking to get started in this space based on lessons learned.

Finally, we talk about our biggest fashion faux-pas. Even fashion bloggers have them!

You can find more about Klassically Kaytee at:

Instagram: @klassicallykaytee

Blog: https://www.itsklassicallykaytee.com/

Episode 7: Entry Level - 50 Marathons in 50 States

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 15:08:15 -0400

This week we hear from Dan Ziner on a goal that is becoming more and more common for runners. The challenge to run a marathon in every state! Dan has been at this goal for a few years now and is currently sitting at 41/50. The 50 State Marathon Club is one that has been growing over the last 15 years. Yes, there is a real club for this. What started out as having only 82 members in 2001 has now grown to over 4,000 - with about 1,500 people having run all 50.

Dan has his eyes set on joining those ranks. Today we talk to Dan about what inspired him to set this goal, how he manages a hectic training schedule, and how this goal impacts other areas of his life.

Finally, we talk sandwiches.

Episode 6: Entry Level - Craft Beer Brewing

Tue, 07 Aug 2018 08:01:25 -0400

PSA: Sound quality is not optimal in this episode but content is great so give it a listen with that in mind.

Have you ever wondered what it takes to make brewing beer a career? Maybe you've thought about leaving your current career to pursue your passion? This week, we talk to Casey Brooks, a brewer at The Alchemist in Stowe, VT. She spent her early career as a teacher in Brooklyn, NY before pursuing her passion for craft beer brewing.

We talk to her about how she discovered this passion, what made her decide to pursue it full-time, what it's like being a woman in a male-dominated industry, and the transferable skills used making the shift from teacher to brewer. She also gives us a "day in the life" of a brewer.

You can find Casey on Instagram @caseybrooks17

Watch Casey in action: http://bit.ly/alchemistcasey

Episode 5: Entry Level - Impostor Syndrome

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 07:12:06 -0400

Do you feel like you're going to be exposed as a fraud in your career or in life? Do you squash these feelings by trying to be a perfectionist or superwoman/man?

In this episode, we discuss why 70% of people suffer from Impostor Syndrome at some point in their life, why it's important to recognize the symptoms, and how experiences with Impostor Syndrome can be very unique to each person.

Today's special segment: "Life of the Unfit"

Resources:

Article: http://bit.ly/impostorsyndromearticle

Blog: http://bit.ly/wbimpostorsyndrome

Episode 4: Entry Level - Personal Branding

Mon, 23 Jul 2018 21:00:15 -0400

What would people say about you if they had to describe you? What would your boss say? What about your friends?

In this episode, we talk all about personal branding. In 2018, if you don't have one and you're not in the process of actively building one, you're missing out on opportunities.

Learn what a personal brand can do for you and how ours have evolved over the years.

Episode 3: Dealing with Failure

Mon, 16 Jul 2018 11:40:32 -0400

How well do you deal with failure? In this episode, we talk about what it means to fail, the value of failure in our lives, and what we consider to be some of our biggest failures.

Episode 2: Success is a Mindset

Sun, 08 Jul 2018 17:31:18 -0400

Episode 2 is all about success.

We cover:

-What defines success?

-Understanding the timeline of success

-Why comparison kills all dreams

-The ugly side of success

-The number #1 thing that holds most of us back from success

-How the people you surround yourself with can help or hurt you

Episode 1: Welcome to Entry Level

Sun, 08 Jul 2018 17:30:17 -0400

Welcome to Entry Level! What does that mean exactly- "Entry Level"?

Well, put simply, we all start out entry level.

In our careers, in our fitness or athletic pursuits, in our relationships, in everything that we do in life.

In this first episode, we talk about what it means to be entry level, why it's SO important to embrace entry level experiences, and what you can expect from this podcast in the future