Most leaders strive for this praise but are thrown into the deep end - responsible for up to 260 meetings a year and expected to know how to motivate teams, navigate tough conversations, and drive results with little guidance.

This episode is all about becoming leadership. So if you’re trying to step into a new role or even just become a better boss, this episode is for you.

Today’s guest is Ashley Herd, former Head of HR North America at McKinsey, national keynote speaker, and LinkedIn Top Voice who has trained over 250,000 managers.

She has a new book coming out tomorrow, February 6th entitled, The Manager Method: A Practical Framework to Lead, Support, and Get Results (February 10, 2026 // Hay House), she helps managers at every level lead with confidence, navigate challenges, build strong teams, and avoid burnout.

Topics we explore in this episode:

• Major challenges that managers face
• Why you should challenge yourself to become a better leader. Shouldn’t real world experience be enough?
• How a career quilt, a collection of career experiences, can shape you as a leader.
• How the “Pause–Consider–Act” framework helps managers lead with confidence
• Why leaders NEED to take time off
• Ways a manager can stop micromanaging while keeping accountability high
• How AI can make leaders more human by improving communication, time management, and connection

Resources Mentioned

• ORDER ASHLEY’S BOOK, THE MANAGER METHOD: Managermethod.com/book
• Connect on LinkedIn with Ashley Herd: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleyherd/
• Connect with Chris, the host: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-villanueva-cprw/
• Let’s Eat, Grandma — Resume writing services to help you stand out with clarity and confidence.

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AI tools are everywhere. Resume templates are getting longer. Applications are easier than ever to submit. And yet—fewer people are getting interviews.

In this episode of the Career Warrior Podcast, we break down what’s quietly going wrong on modern resumes—and why “doing what everyone else is doing” is now working against you.

You’ll hear how well-intentioned strategies are backfiring, why more effort doesn’t always mean better results, and how the job search has shifted in ways most professionals haven’t fully adjusted to yet. We’ll also talk about where candidates are losing credibility without realizing it and what actually cuts through the noise in today’s crowded market.

If you’re a mid-to-senior level professional applying for roles and wondering why your resume isn’t opening doors like it used to, this episode will help you recalibrate before you waste another month applying the same way.

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As we kick off a new year, it’s not enough to hope things get better at work—you need a plan.

In this episode, we break down 5 practical ways to hit the ground running, whether you’re staying put, eyeing a promotion, or quietly preparing for your next move. The job market has shifted, managers are stretched thin, and “business as usual” career advice no longer cuts it. This is about being intentional, strategic, and realistic.

You’ll learn how to:

• Have a clear, adult conversation with your boss about intent—without making it awkward or risky
• Revisit your accomplishments (even the messy ones) and turn last year into leverage
• Use a simple Start / Stop / Continue exercise to create momentum fast
• Set income goals that don’t rely solely on your current job
• Identify roles you actually want—and talk to insiders who can help you get there

If you’re job seeking, we’ll also cover one of the most powerful (and underused) networking questions you can ask—and how to set the intention so people actually help you.

Get more help on your applications from Let’s Eat, Grandma

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