Why “Just Learn AI” Is Bad Advice (And What to Do Instead)
AI is everywhere right now—and so is the pressure to “figure it out.” If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed or behind, you’re not alone. In thi...
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The Career Contessa Podcast
A weekly career advice podcast focused on women, work, and all the answers to your questions so you can be more fulfilled, healthy, and successful at work. Each Tuesday, we’re here to help y...
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20 of 406 episodesHow to Build a Meaningful Career Without Following Your Passion
Is "follow your passion" actually bad career advice? Lauren sits down with bestselling author Tom Rath to discuss why passion isn't the key...
The New Career Skill No One Talks About: Agility (AQ)
Uncertainty at work is everywhere—from AI shifts to layoffs to constant change. But how you respond to it can shape your career. In this epi...
What a Good LinkedIn Profile Looks Like in 2026
LinkedIn isn’t just an online résumé anymore—it’s your personal brand, positioning tool, and one of the most powerful ways to attract opport...
Not Sure How to Use ChatGPT for Your Resume? A Smarter Way to Write and Tailor Your Application (Listener Favorite)
AI can make resume writing faster—but only if you know how to use it strategically. In this listener-favorite episode, learn how to use Chat...
Why Some People Build Wealth (and Others Don’t): 5 Habits of Financially Successful People (Listener Favorite)
Why do some people build wealth and financial stability—while others feel stuck or constantly starting over? It’s not just about income—it’s...
Why Traditional Productivity Advice Isn’t Working—And How to Work With Your Brain Instead (Listener Favorite)
What if the problem isn’t your productivity—but the way you’ve been taught to work? Most of us are still operating with outdated, industrial...
What’s Your Reputation at Work? How to Build a Personal Brand That Gets You Noticed (Listener Favorite)
Your reputation isn’t just what you do —it’s what people say about you when you’re not in the room. And whether you’re intentional about it...
Non-Obvious Tips for Standing Out in Today's Job Market
The job market has changed—and standing out requires more than a polished resume. In this episode, Lauren sits down with career expert Sam D...
The Truth About Executive Presence (and How to Build It Without Faking It)
Executive presence is one of the most talked-about—and least understood—skills in your career. In this episode, Lauren sits down with execut...
Your Next Job Is Probably in Your Network—Here’s How to Strengthen It
Networking doesn’t have to feel awkward, transactional, or exhausting. In this episode, Lauren sits down with communications leader and auth...
Is Your Debt Driving Your Career Decisions? How to Change That
Debt can quietly shape your confidence, boundaries, and career choices. In this episode, Lauren talks with Arden Missal, founder of She’s Fi...
Career Transition 101: Strategy, Mindset, and What to Do First
Thinking about a career change—but not sure where to start? In this episode, career transition expert Cara Bedick breaks down what it really...
Why Aren’t People Responding to Your Emails? How to Write Messages Busy People Actually Read (Listener Favorite)
Even with social media, text, and DMs, email is still the best way to communicate and contact people who can help your career. Now we just n...
Should You Become a Manager? How to Know If Leadership Is Right for You (Listener Favorite)
The truth is, that not everyone will enjoy managing people. But luckily, you don't have to become a manager to grow in your career. Leadersh...
Is This Job the Wrong Fit? How to Know When a Role Is Right for You (Listener Favorite)
How do we make work, less work? Author and organizational psychologist Andrè Martin shares how to find your right-fit career. You’ll learn:...
The Self-Promotion Problem: How to Advocate for Yourself Without Feeling Icky (Listener Favorite)
Nobody cares more about your career than you, so you need to make yourself and your achievements known. Embrace the skill of self-promotion....
When Work Becomes Your Whole Identity (and How to Take It Back)
Ever feel like work doesn’t end when you close your laptop? Psychologist and TED speaker Guy Winch joins Lauren to explain why work stress i...
3 Toughest Leadership Problems— Solved
Leadership isn’t just about big wins—it’s about navigating pressure, tough decisions, and influence when things get messy. In this episode,...
Why Are We Racing? How to Navigate The Modern Rat Race
Why are we racing—and who decided the pace? In this episode, Lauren sits down with UCLA Anderson career coaches Jenna Migliaccio and Jessica...