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The Next Best Thing

The Next Best Thing

Written by: Aundrea Cline-Thomas
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 This is a podcast about making changes in all areas of your life, even when you don’t know where to start. This is the antidote to your Sunday scaries. It bucks cultural standards that can leave you burned out and broken. It’s not about activating a Plan B or a career pivot; both of those terms indicate abandoning how you started. No, this is about continuing on your path and using all of your experiences to make a shift your future self will thank you for. Each episode includes a different example of what navigating your NEXT could look like. So get comfy…we’re on this journey together!Copyright Aundrea Cline-Thomas Careers Economics Leadership Management & Leadership Personal Success Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Stop Answering Questions: The Secret to Winning Every Job Interview

    Stop Answering Questions: The Secret to Winning Every Job Interview
    Mar 4 2026
    In the current job market, getting an interview is a win, but landing the job is an entirely different game, especially with the "AI recruiting doom loop" making it harder than ever to stand out.

    In this episode of The NEXT Best Thing, certified interview coach Lili Foggle prepares you for what may be the most important conversation in your career. Lili is the Director of the Interview Institute at the Professional Association of Resume Writers and Career Coaches. She's known for turning rusty interviewee into a top-tier candidates, making her a viral sensation on TikTok.

    We’re breaking down why you need to stop just answering questions and start landing strategic messages. From navigating AI to the subtle language shifts that help women and first-gen professionals own their achievements, this conversation is a masterclass in modern career storytelling.


    Connect with Lili Foggle:
    Website: impressiveinterviewing.com
    TikTok: @ImpressiveInterviewing
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lilifoggle/

    Join The NEXT Nuggets Newsletter: https://aundreact.com/NEWSLETTER

    If this episode helped you feel more confident for your next interview, please subscribe, leave a five-star rating, and share it with a friend who is currently on the job hunt.
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    52 mins
  • Voice Note: Summer Is Coming

    Voice Note: Summer Is Coming
    Mar 2 2026
    This episode isn't just about seasons. It’s about navigating the winters in our own lives, especially when it feels like we're "hustling backwards" or juggling too much to keep up.

    From the snow mounds of New York to the Texas sunshine, Aundrea shares a lesson on patience and progress. Discover why a bumpy flight with prolonged turbulence doesn't actually mean you're delayed, and how to stay grounded when you're tempted by the spirit of comparison. This is your weekly pep talk to cut through the noise, get your mind right, and start your week focusing on what actually matters.

    Join the tribe: If you're waiting in anticipation for summer, sign up for The NEXT Nuggets newsletter. It’s where I share tools and resources to help you on your journey: http://aundreact.com/NEWSLETTER

    Music by Elysium Audio Labs Track: “Let It Flow” www.elysiumaudiolabs.com
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    5 mins
  • Why Your Job is Costing You Your Health: Healing from Burnout and Career Grief

    Why Your Job is Costing You Your Health: Healing from Burnout and Career Grief
    Feb 25 2026
    "Maybe it is time to stop pushing through."

    In this episode, host Aundrea Cline-Thomas sits down with award-winning psychologist and author Dr. Charmaine Jackman to unpack the heavy reality of career grief and burnout. Whether you’ve recently lost a job or you’re still "armored up" in a toxic environment, this conversation is a reminder that you don't have to carry the weight of your workspace alone.
    Dr. Jackman shares her personal journey from a driven 9-to-5 career to "choosing herself" through entrepreneurship, and why even a therapist needs therapy when the environment becomes exploitative.

    We dive deep into:
    1. The 5 Stages of Career Grief: Why losing a job (or a dream) feels like losing a loved one.
    2. The Body Keeps the Score: How to recognize the physical triggers of being "out of alignment" before the breakdown comes.
    3. Survival Mode vs. Safety: Why we keep working like we're being chased, even after we've escaped.
    4. The ACT Framework: A step-by-step process to Assess, Choose, and Tackle your well-being.

    📩 Stay Connected with the Next Best Thing:     Don’t navigate your transitions alone. Subscribe to Next Nuggets, my weekly newsletter helping you navigate career and life transitions with purpose and clarity. https://link.therewritecourse.com/widget/form/yFBDlj7mHmblPa028xyd


    As Dr. Jackman says, our environments are often designed to exploit us, but we can choose a different path. It's time to stop giving work your "best" while your family and health get the "scraps."
    Connect with Dr. Charmaine Jackman:
    1. Book: The Black Therapist's Guide to Private Practice and Entrepreneurship
    2. Website: InnoPsych.com
    3. Instagram: @AskDrCharmain
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    56 mins
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