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Job Search, Promotion, and Career Clarity: The Mid-Career GPS Podcast

Get Clarity. Get Promoted. Get Hired.Are you feeling stuck, undervalued, or underutilized in your current role?Wondering how to position yourself for a promotion, raise, or leadership opportunity?Are you trying to figure out what’s next for your career, but not sure where to start?You"re not alone, and you"re in the right place.Hosted by executive and career transition coach John Neral, The Mid-Career GPS Podcast is your go-to resource to help you confidently navigate your job search, career

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308: Quick Fixes Don’t Work for Your Mid-Career Job...

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2025/08/05

Send us a text Are you tempted by the bold career promises flooding your social media feed like “land your dream job in 30 days” or “double your income using AI”? For mid-career professionals navigating job dissatisfaction, these flashy shortcuts can feel like a lifeline. But the truth? Real career growth isn’t about gimmicks. It’s about strategy, self-awareness, and intentional planning. In this episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast, host John Neral breaks down the dangers of one-size-...

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307: Should You Use AI to Write Your Cover Letter? 5...

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2025/07/29

Send us a text Ever wondered if ChatGPT, or any AI tool, could just write your cover letter for you? You’re not alone. With today’s competitive job market and the pressure to stand out, many mid-career professionals are turning to AI to help speed up their application process. But here’s the truth: while AI can be a helpful tool, it’s not a shortcut to getting hired. In this episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast, John Neral explores five essential strategies to help you use AI effectively wit...

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306: Boundaries, Bold Moves, and Building Your...

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2025/07/22

Send us a text Are you a mid-career professional wondering what legacy you’re leaving behind at work? In today’s competitive job market, career clarity and leadership presence matter more than ever. This episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast offers a powerful reflection on how to take ownership of your professional development and grow into the impactful leader you’re meant to be. Fresh off coaching at the NextUp Rising Stars Conference, John Neral shares key takeaways that will help you ...

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305: Optimize Your LinkedIn About Section in 30...

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2025/07/15

Send us a text If you're a mid-career professional wondering why your LinkedIn profile isn’t attracting recruiters, the issue might be hiding in plain sight—your About section. In this actionable episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast, John Neral shares a step-by-step guide to transforming your LinkedIn About section to boost visibility, stand out in search results, and attract career opportunities—even in a tough job market. John walks you through how to write a compelling unique professional...

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31:52

304: Speak More Confidently and Calm Your Nerves with...

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2025/07/08

Send us a text If you’ve ever cringed at the sound of your own voice during a Zoom call or playback, you’re not alone. But what if your voice was the key to getting promoted, speaking with more confidence, or finally being seen as a leader? In this episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast, BBC-trained executive voice coach David Pope joins John Neral for a transformative conversation about how your voice impacts your leadership brand, career growth, and personal confidence. With a client lis...

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303: Worried About Losing Your Job? Three Tips to...

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2025/07/01

Send us a text Do you feel like something’s off at work? Maybe you’ve been left out of meetings, your responsibilities are shrinking, or you're questioning if AI might eventually replace your role. You're not alone and you're not powerless. In this episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast, career coach John Neral tackles the rising wave of career insecurity among mid-level professionals. Whether your company is reorganizing, you’ve received a “we need to talk” message, or you're just uneasy in t...

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21:38

302: Ten Signs You Are Blocked from Being Promoted

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2025/06/24

Send us a text If you're working hard, delivering results, and still not advancing in your career, you may be facing more than just bad luck—you could be blocked. In this powerful episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast, career coach John Neral breaks down 10 unmistakable signs that your professional growth is being stifled by internal organizational barriers. Whether you're being told you're "too valuable in your current role" or watching less experienced colleagues climb the ladder while ...

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301: Seven Magic Words That Will Transform Your Next...

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2025/06/17

Send us a text One of the best ways to reclaim your confidence in this job market is by learning how to effectively negotiate your next job offer. In this episode, salary negotiation expert and compensation consultant Kate Dixon shares powerful, real-world strategies to help you advocate for your worth without sounding pushy or confrontational. Kate is the author of Pay Up: Unlocking Insider Secrets of Salary Negotiation and founder of Dixon Consulting, bringing over 30 years of com...

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31:48

300: Celebrating 300 Episodes & Your Mid-Career Journey

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2025/06/10

Send us a text Welcome to a major milestone—Episode 300 of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast! Only 2.6% of podcasts make it this far, and it’s all thanks to YOU—our dedicated listeners navigating the ups and downs of mid-career life. In this special episode, host John Neral reflects on the journey that began during the pandemic and has grown into a go-to resource for mid-career professionals who feel stuck, undervalued, or uncertain about what’s next. Whether you’re burned out, frustrated ...

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299: Surviving Work and Navigating Career Stress in 2025

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2025/06/03

Send us a text Feeling overwhelmed, underappreciated, and stuck in a job that drains you? You're not alone. In 2025, mid-career professionals are navigating a volatile job market marked by return-to-office mandates, fear-based management, and increasing workplace toxicity. If you’ve been quietly questioning your career path or struggling to stay sane at work, this episode is for you. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: ✅ How to manage job stress without a complete career overhaul ✅ The truth behi...

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298: The Power of Building Networks That Matter in...

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2025/05/27

Send us a text Feeling stuck in a toxic workplace or misaligned in your career? You're not alone—and you're not powerless. In this powerful episode, Dahlia Shaewitz, founder of Third Sight LLC, joins host John Neral to share career-shifting insights for mid-career professionals seeking clarity, better leadership paths, and more authentic connections at work. Whether you're looking to leave a job that no longer fits or elevate your influence without a formal title, this episode is your career ...

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297: Making a Career Change with More Clarity and...

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2025/05/20

Send us a text Feeling stuck, undervalued, or underutilized in your career? You’re not alone and you’re not lost. In this episode, I unpack how to navigate a meaningful career pivot with clarity, strategy, and confidence. Whether you're reassessing your priorities, reevaluating your strengths, or questioning your current path, this episode will help you move from confusion to clarity without taking a blind leap. Discover how to build Your Mid-Career GPS, my proven fr...

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296: Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors with Erica Rooney

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2025/05/13

Send us a text What’s Really Holding You Back in Your Career? Ever feel like you’re doing all the right things in your career, but still not moving forward? While it's easy to blame external forces, leadership expert and former Chief People Officer Erica Rooney believes the real barriers may lie much closer to home. In this powerful episode, Erica introduces the concept of “sticky floors,” which are the internalized beliefs and self-sabotaging behaviors that keep high-potential prof...

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295: Surviving Restructuring, Reorganizations,...

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2025/05/06

Send us a text Navigating a job loss or corporate shakeup? In this must-listen episode, career expert John Neral explains the real differences between restructuring, reorganization, layoffs, and RIFs, and how mid-career professionals can stay grounded through uncertain times. Whether you're affected by government DOGE initiatives, private-sector downsizing, or just sensing change ahead, you'll learn how to: Recognize what you can controlProtect your well-being and set strong boundariesUnder...

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294: Career Help That Won't Break the Bank (But Will...

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2025/04/29

Send us a text The career landscape has changed—and mid-career professionals are feeling the pressure. In this candid and insightful episode, John Neral shares how he’s evolving his coaching business to better serve professionals navigating job searches, career transitions, and workplace uncertainty. After eight years of full-time coaching, John reflects on the lessons learned about offering true value in a marketplace flooded with free resources. He reveals the reasoning behind his decisio...

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293: Navigating Career Grief: From CBS Executive to...

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2025/04/22

Send us a text What do you do when a dream job ends in heartbreak? In this eye-opening episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast, host John Neral sits down with Laverne McKinnon, former Senior VP of Drama Development at CBS, to talk about a rarely acknowledged experience: career grief. After leading CBS from last place to first with mega-hits like CSI and Criminal Minds, Laverne was unexpectedly fired at the height of her career. What followed was a silent, decade-long struggle with emotional f...

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292: How to Build Your Personal Board of Directors...

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2025/04/15

Send us a text If your career is stuck in neutral, maybe it’s not your résumé—it’s your relationships. In this powerful episode, I sit down with Dominic Imwali, Senior Consultant at Deloitte and founder of DX Consulting, to unpack why genuine, face-to-face connections are the real catalyst for career growth—especially in mid-career transitions. Dominic takes us behind the scenes of his unconventional rise, from a frustrating pandemic moment to an assignment leading global consulting work in I...

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291: Kind Curiosity: How to Navigate DEI...

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2025/04/08

Send us a text How can mid-career professionals engage in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) conversations without fear of saying the wrong thing? Bernadette Smith, CEO of the Equality Institute, shares her ARC Method—Ask, Respect, Connect—a simple yet powerful approach to fostering authentic connections while ensuring psychological safety at work. In This Episode, You'll Learn: ✅ How to navigate DEI discussions with confidence and "kind curiosity" ✅ Why over-apologizing for mistakes ca...

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290: When Professional Meets Awkward: How a Job...

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2025/04/01

Send us a text Have you ever faced an interview so awkward that it left you questioning everything? In this episode, I share a hilariously uncomfortable yet eye-opening moment from my mid-career transition—when I found myself in a final-round interview, staring at a superintendent’s exposed belly button. What started as a bizarre wardrobe malfunction became a defining lesson about workplace culture, authenticity, and the power of being true to yourself. Sometimes, the jobs we don’t ...

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289: Revenge Quitting: Take This Job and....Actually,...

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2025/03/25

Send us a text Feeling trapped in a toxic workplace and fantasizing about a dramatic exit? Before you burn bridges, this episode dives into the psychology of revenge quitting and why it’s often more damaging than liberating. While the impulse to quit in protest is understandable, the long-term consequences—especially in today’s uncertain job market—can be severe. In this episode, you'll learn: ✔ The psychology behind revenge quitting and why it feels so satisfying ✔ How shif...

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