career mindset

In this episode of the Design Break podcast, host Rocky Roark takes us on a journey from design school to landing your dream job in the industry. Graduating from design school is an exciting milestone, but navigating the competitive job market can be challenging. Rocky shares five essential tips, plus a bonus tip, to help recent design school graduates secure their dream job or any job in the creative space.

First up is the power of networking. Rocky emphasizes the importance of building a strong professional network within the design industry. Discover how to expand your network both online and offline, and how genuine connections can open doors to referrals and collaboration opportunities.

Next, Rocky discusses the significance of showcasing your passion and being proactive in the creative community. Learn how to stand out from the crowd by demonstrating your genuine enthusiasm for your chosen discipline and actively sharing your work online.

Soft skills are essential in the design industry, and Rocky dives into their importance in the job market. Explore how developing and enhancing soft skills such as communication, problem-solving, and collaboration can make you a valuable team member.

In the digital age, your online presence plays a significant role in your job search. Rocky guides you on how to polish up your online persona, curating a professional image that aligns with your career goals. Learn tips and tricks to optimize your social media profiles and create an impressive online portfolio.

Finally, flexibility is key when starting your career in design. Rocky highlights the importance of staying open-minded and embracing diverse projects and opportunities. Discover how being adaptable can lead to unexpected growth and enrich your professional journey.

Don't miss the bonus tip, where Rocky shares the power of interviewing professionals and seeking advice. Learn how to connect with industry experts and gather invaluable insights to inform your career decisions.

Join Rocky Roark on the Design Break podcast as he equips you with the knowledge and strategies to navigate the transition from design school to landing your dream job. Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get your podcasting fix and follow @thedesignbreak on Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube for more valuable insights into the world of design.

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Today I am talking about mindset. Mindset is everything. You've may have heard that before, you may have thought, what does it mean, exactly?  It doesn't mean that you'll always be feeling good about yourself. It just means that you're able to overcome those low moments in your life that everyone has. Everyone has struggles, it makes those moments easier to move forward easier than for those that have a more limited mindset.

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Ginny Cheng has over 18 years of experience in the United States, Europe, and Asia as a hiring manager, then became a  recruiter & people leader. She's placed careerists in product marketing, communications, branding, and business development for companies like Microsoft and Facebook.

 Now, she’s an HR recruiter for Zillow Group and continues to be a career coach for clients as a multi-hyphenate. 

Today’s topic is how WOC careerists override barriers to their goals. By the time you finish listening you’ll have insights into:

1. Three reasons why women of color stop reaching for their goals 

2.  How to source career growth information 

3. Affordable career coaching sources for groups and one-on-ones

4. Actionable mindsets for careerists that tie in your value

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To learn more about Ginny Cheng, you can say hello to her through LinkedIn or find her or on Instagram @askcoachginny.

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This week I am sharing a small part of my personal journey and how I went from a high functioning professional, to an invisible disability, to rebuilding my career through mindset. In this episode you’ll hear how I: 

• Moved from impossible to possible after a TBI
• The role performance-based coaching and mindset played in my recovery
• Worked through belief and doubt so I could move forward in a new professional reality. 
• Leverage my strengths to create what’s next for my career. 

Visit Jill Griffin Coaching to get all the details on the upcoming Amplify Your Strengths Group Coaching Program.

Follow @jillGriffinOfficial on Instagram daily inspiration. 

Learn more about Dr. Errin Weisman by visiting Doctor Me First and follow her on Instagram @ErrinWeisman

Jill Griffin is committed to making workplaces more successful for everyone through leadership training and development, team dynamics workshops, and employee well-being programs. Her executive coaching, workshop facilitation, and innovative thinking have driven multi-million-dollar revenues for top agencies, startups, and renowned brands. Collaborating with individuals, teams, and organizations, Jill fosters high-performance and inclusive cultures while facilitating organizational growth.

Visit JillGriffinCoaching.com for more details on:

• Book a 1:1 Career Strategy and Executive Coaching HERE
• Gallup CliftonStrengths Corporate Workshops to build a strengths-based culture
• Team Dynamics training to increase retention, communication, goal setting, and effective decision-making
• Keynote Speaking
• Grab a personal Resume Refresh with Jill Griffin HERE

Follow @jillGriffinOffical on Instagram for daily inspiration
Connect with and follow Jill on LinkedIn

Research shows that 70% of all jobs are not published publicly on jobs sites and as much as 80% of jobs are filled through personal and professional connections.

LinkedIn's Executive Chairman, Jeff Weiner, calls this the 'network gap.'

You know you need to broaden your circle and network but do you struggle with where to start so that you make connections and impact?

In this episode I share 3 quick tips to up-level your networking game.

Follow @jillGriffinOfficial on Instagram daily inspiration.
Visit JillGriffinCoaching.com for free content and strategies to refresh your career.

Questions? Email us at Hello@JillGriffinCoaching.com

Jill Griffin is committed to making workplaces more successful for everyone through leadership training and development, team dynamics workshops, and employee well-being programs. Her executive coaching, workshop facilitation, and innovative thinking have driven multi-million-dollar revenues for top agencies, startups, and renowned brands. Collaborating with individuals, teams, and organizations, Jill fosters high-performance and inclusive cultures while facilitating organizational growth.

Visit JillGriffinCoaching.com for more details on:

• Book a 1:1 Career Strategy and Executive Coaching HERE
• Gallup CliftonStrengths Corporate Workshops to build a strengths-based culture
• Team Dynamics training to increase retention, communication, goal setting, and effective decision-making
• Keynote Speaking
• Grab a personal Resume Refresh with Jill Griffin HERE

Follow @jillGriffinOffical on Instagram for daily inspiration
Connect with and follow Jill on LinkedIn

In this Listener QA episode I’m answering your top questions on: 

• How to move forward after getting negative feedback
• What to do about your co-worker who annoying and can't mind their own business

Follow @jillGriffinOfficial on Instagram daily inspiration.
Visit JillGriffinCoaching.com for free content and strategies to refresh your career.r.

Jill Griffin is committed to making workplaces more successful for everyone through leadership training and development, team dynamics workshops, and employee well-being programs. Her executive coaching, workshop facilitation, and innovative thinking have driven multi-million-dollar revenues for top agencies, startups, and renowned brands. Collaborating with individuals, teams, and organizations, Jill fosters high-performance and inclusive cultures while facilitating organizational growth.

Visit JillGriffinCoaching.com for more details on:

• Book a 1:1 Career Strategy and Executive Coaching HERE
• Gallup CliftonStrengths Corporate Workshops to build a strengths-based culture
• Team Dynamics training to increase retention, communication, goal setting, and effective decision-making
• Keynote Speaking
• Grab a personal Resume Refresh with Jill Griffin HERE

Follow @jillGriffinOffical on Instagram for daily inspiration
Connect with and follow Jill on LinkedIn

All-or-nothing thinking refers to thinking in extremes. It’s one of the most common ways we sabotage ourselves at work and in our lives. In this episode you’ll learn:

• Where All or Nothing Thinking comes from and why you do it
• How All or Nothing Thinking causes you to get stuck
• The cure for All or Nothing Thinking
• How to question your thinking so you can un-stuck

*The Matrix*'s Red Pill or Blue Pill—Which Is Better?

The Career Refresh Podcast episodes referenced:

The Antidote to Imposter syndrome Episode 6

How to stop negative thinking Episode 11

Perfection and your career Episode 13

Follow @jillGriffinOfficial on Instagram daily inspiration.
Visit JillGriffinCoaching.com for free content and strategies to refresh your career.

Jill Griffin is committed to making workplaces more successful for everyone through leadership training and development, team dynamics workshops, and employee well-being programs. Her executive coaching, workshop facilitation, and innovative thinking have driven multi-million-dollar revenues for top agencies, startups, and renowned brands. Collaborating with individuals, teams, and organizations, Jill fosters high-performance and inclusive cultures while facilitating organizational growth.

Visit JillGriffinCoaching.com for more details on:

• Book a 1:1 Career Strategy and Executive Coaching HERE
• Gallup CliftonStrengths Corporate Workshops to build a strengths-based culture
• Team Dynamics training to increase retention, communication, goal setting, and effective decision-making
• Keynote Speaking
• Grab a personal Resume Refresh with Jill Griffin HERE

Follow @jillGriffinOffical on Instagram for daily inspiration
Connect with and follow Jill on LinkedIn

Do you have a limited mindset? Listen to this episode to find out if you have a limited mindset.

Mindset is everything and in this episode, I discuss how having a "work hard" mindset can help limit your career growth.   I'll walk you through a quick activity to create your new career mindset.

EPISODE LINKS

• Is your career mindset holding you back? Take the Career Mindset Quiz, Today!
• Click Here to learn more about my career coaching services. 

Thank you for listening, please Subscribe and leave a Review, and Follow me via IG @ManifestYourCareer

Visit my site for more information: https://manifestyourcareer.com/ and manifest the career of your dreams.

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In this episode, I explain the purpose of my podcast and my why behind starting it.  In this podcast, I will teach you how to combine your intuition and logic to manifest the career of your dreams.  Throughout my career, I have received plenty of bad advice and I am here to help you sift through the noise and teach you how to create your own career path that is right for you.  

EPISODE LINKS

• Is your career mindset holding you back? Take the Career Mindset Quiz, Today! 
• Click Here to learn more about my career coaching services. 

Thank you for listening, please Subscribe and leave a Review, and Follow me via IG @ManifestYourCareer

Visit my site for more information: https://manifestyourcareer.com/ 

Get Tips to Manifest 10x Faster Subscribe to my Newsletter Today!

Topics Covered

• Ashley Fernandez - Career Coach specializes in helping high-achieving corporate womxn develop into leaders and own their career development
  • Facebook: The Career Catalyst Crew - https://www.facebook.com/groups/careercatalystcrew
  • Instagram: @AshleyMarieCoaching 
• What is a CEO mindset?
• The importance of taking ownership of your career
• Creating the mission and vision for your career 
• When you can start having a CEO mindset
• Use this to grow in your career but also to overcome challenging situations
• Growing in your current company vs changing companies
• Finding a balance between taking ownership and coming off as arrogance
• Overcoming the label of assertive vs aggressive
• How to overcome a toxic work environment
• Being the CEO of your career when you're facing bias or discrimination
• Finding a mentor and building a support system to advance your career
• Having a career board of directors
• "Every person you meet is a potential door for an opportunity"