• Transformational Accountability - Eduardo Aliskevich
    Jul 27 2025

    One of the most frustrating things any professional confronts is being held accountable by others (or by oneself!) and viewing it as an exercise in blaming rather than progress. In this podcast, Eduardo Aliskevich shares his insights on an improved way to view and practice accountability that serves both the individual and organization's needs for performance.

    To reach Eduardo's website, click on: novāscend

    Eduardo offers courses in:

    1. The Happiness Blueprint - for those seeking personal joy and fulfillment

    2. Career Reinvention Blueprint - for those seeking professional career accountability support

    3. Mindful Accountability Coaching - for those wanting to pursue lasting change in their lives by applying the "4 C's" referenced in the podcast (Commitment, Clarity, Courage and Calibration)

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    33 mins
  • From Teacher to Trainer - Carol Cohen's Journey
    Jun 19 2025

    Teachers have shared with me that they are uncertain if they have the skills to join the corporate world as trainers or if their experience would be valued if they were to use their expertise and start a coaching or consulting business. Carol Cohen shares how she not only made that transition herself but looks to hire Teachers to join her team over applicants with pure business backgrounds.

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    22 mins
  • On the Record with a Recruiter - Matt Barnes
    Oct 2 2024

    On of the biggest challenges for anyone seeking to leave their current position is to know how to best present themselves to a recruiter so their candidacy is viewed positively, and they can proceed to an interview.

    In this podcast, Matt Barnes of Ascendo Resources (mbarnes@ascendo.com) shares the secrets of how to be viewed as a viable candidate and "spills the beans" on the use of technology (AI, ChatGPT, ATS systems, etc.).

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    24 mins
  • Get Your Game On with Caitlin Johnson
    Jul 12 2024

    In this podcast episode David Zahn speaks with Caitlin Johnson of Bold-Bird Consulting about integrating "gamification" into your career search activities (or even your daily job tasks if you are not focused on changing jobs).

    Caitlin shares insights on game player personas, how to think like a game designer and integrates the concept of Ikigai and Gallup Strengthfinders into how to best think about and approach your transition from your current role to an enhanced one.

    Caitlin can be reached at her LinkedIn address https://www.linkedin.com/in/caitlin-s-johnson/
    Or through her business website: www.bold-bird.com

    A book referenced in the podcast that will be very relevant for Teachers is able to be ordered at: https://bit.ly/4cA6gaM


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    30 mins
  • Interview Tips, Techniques and Insights
    Apr 10 2024

    David Zahn, of Okay Now What shares perspectives on how to differentiate yourself from others through your interviewing experience. Included in this podcast are ways to answer the most common interview questions so you are not caught off-guard when they are asked.

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    32 mins
  • Getting Real About Resumes
    Feb 6 2024

    This podcast episode explores the best ways for a Teacher to present their experience and skills through creating a resume that stands out in front of the hiring manager. Angela Ashurst-McGee, CEO of Upword Resume Professional Resume Writing Services | Upword Resume shares her insights on how to best capture all that a Teacher does and document it on a resume.

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    21 mins
  • Don't Be Spooked by MOOCs
    Jan 29 2024

    David interviews Ganesh Lokhande of VCAN Digital to share ideas about online learning, Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) and how that environment differs from traditional classroom training skills. Ganesh can be reached at www.vcantraining.com to discuss online learning and how to best convert classroom training content into online learning.

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    21 mins
  • Customer Experience - Jeremy Broshears
    Jan 4 2024

    Jeremy Broshears, Tasting Room Manager, Damiani Wine Cellars shares his insights and experience in differentiating the customer experience at his winery and how he distinguishes it in a crowded marketplace.

    For more information on Damiani Wine Cellars or to contact Jeremy Broshears directly, click on www.damianiwinecellars.com.

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    30 mins