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

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

著者： John Neral
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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 advancement, and workplace challenges. Whether you want to find a new job, get promoted, or simply feel more fulfilled at work, this show will help you build the clarity and strategy you need to take your next step.


Each episode features actionable advice, insightful interviews, and real-world strategies to help mid-career professionals, typically managers to senior directors, design a career they love or love the career they have.


You’ve built a solid career. Now it’s time to build Your Mid-Career GPS to figure out what's next and how to get there.


New episodes drop weekly. Subscribe today and let's start figuring out whatever is next for you and your career, together.

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  • 371: In Over Your Head at Work? How to Decide Whether to Stay or Go.

    371: In Over Your Head at Work? How to Decide Whether to Stay or Go.
    2026/10/20

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    Am I in the wrong job, or do I just need more time to grow?


    If you’re feeling overwhelmed at work, struggling after a promotion, or questioning your career fit, I want to help you answer that question without letting one difficult stretch define your professional worth.


    In this episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast, I explore what happens when a job’s demands exceed your current skills, preparation, or support. I use a highly visible workplace example to examine a situation many mid-career professionals experience privately: feeling capable and accomplished, yet unprepared for what a role requires.


    Being uncomfortable does not automatically mean you’ve made the wrong career move. I explain how to distinguish a normal learning curve from a specific skills gap, a lack of resources or authority, and a deeper job mismatch. Understanding the difference can help you make a clearer decision about your leadership development, your next career conversation, and whether to stay or begin a job search.


    I also unpack the “curse of the high performer” and why success in one position does not guarantee readiness for the next. If a promotion has left you questioning your abilities, I share how to replace harsh self-talk with an honest assessment of what you need to succeed.


    In this episode, I discuss:

    • How to tell the difference between new-job anxiety, a learning curve, and poor career fit.
    • What to consider when planning your first 30, 60, 90, and 180 days in a role.
    • How to identify the skills, feedback, resources, and decision-making authority you need.
    • Why high performers can struggle after a promotion.
    • How to acknowledge mistakes and ask for help before problems grow.
    • Three paths forward: stay and develop, renegotiate the role, or plan your exit.
    • Why honesty on your resume and in job interviews matters.
    • Three fill-in-the-blank prompts to help you start a productive career conversation this week.


    If you’re dissatisfied with your job but hesitant to make a move in a challenging job market, I want to help you evaluate your options with greater career clarity. You may need a development plan, a conversation about expectations, or a thoughtful exit strategy. I walk through how to begin identifying the path that fits your situation.


    Work With Me

    If you’re ready to strengthen your leadership, navigate a career transition, or find a job you love, I’d welcome a conversation about how coaching can help. Learn more about working with me at johnneral.com/workwithme.

    Support the show

    If this episode resonated with you and you want more support in how you SHOW UP for your career and life, there are two ways we can work together.

    Learn more about my SHOW UP Leadership Lab, my monthly membership program, at https://www.johnneral.com/showup

    If you would like to learn more about how I can help you as your leadership and career coach, visit https://www.johnneral.com/workwithme.

    Get John's free weekly leadership and career newsletter at https://www.johnneral.com/the-mid-career-gps-newsletter

    Other ways we can connect:

    • Connect with John on LinkedIn here.
    • Get John's books on Amazon here.
    • Follow John on Instagram @johnneralcoaching.
    • Subscribe to John's YouTube Channel here.

    Please leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts here.

    This podcast is listed in Feedspot's Top 90 Best Executive Career Podcasts.

    https://podcast.feedspot.com/executive_career_podcasts/
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    26 分
  • 370: Mid-Career Clarity: Identify Your Value and Build Career Visibility with Denise Cicchella

    370: Mid-Career Clarity: Identify Your Value and Build Career Visibility with Denise Cicchella
    2026/10/13
    Send us Fan MailYou know you bring value to your work. But can you explain that value when it matters most?If you’re feeling stuck in your career, preparing for a performance review, or job searching without gaining traction, identifying what makes you valuable is an important step toward greater career clarity and confidence.In this episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast, I’m joined by author, trainer, and auditor Denise Cicchella to explore how you can uncover your career “superpower,” communicate your expertise, and build visibility without waiting for someone else to recognize your potential.Denise shares how months of disability created an unexpected turning point in her career. Writing her first book opened doors to new opportunities, including training engagements in the Middle East. Her experience gives us a starting point for exploring how the expertise you already have can support a meaningful mid-career pivot.We also talk candidly about money, ambition, and career fulfillment. What happens when you’ve worked hard to earn more but have little time to enjoy the life you’re building? I explore that question with Denise as we discuss redefining success while staying realistic about financial responsibilities and income changes.Drawing on her book, Teach, Train, Transform: The Superhero Way, we examine how to turn expertise into meaningful learning. Whether you lead a team, facilitate meetings, deliver presentations, or teach on Zoom, I share our conversation about building trust through empathy, presence, and genuine connection.We also discuss where AI can support your work and why human skills remain central to the relationships that strengthen your leadership and influence.What I Explore in This EpisodeHow to identify your professional value and communicate it with greater confidence.What Denise’s unexpected career pivot reveals about creating opportunities from existing expertise.How recognizing your “cape-fitting moment” can help you understand and own your strengths.Why career visibility matters when preparing for performance reviews, pursuing promotion, or navigating a job search.How names, empathy, and presence can help you connect across organizational hierarchies.Why effective teaching helps people identify their next three steps.How introverts can teach and lead without adopting a personality that feels unnatural.How to rethink career fulfillment while acknowledging the practical realities of earning a living.A Question I Invite You to ConsiderWhat do people consistently rely on you to explain, solve, or make easier?Your answer can help you identify the value you bring. I invite you to think of one specific example that demonstrates that value, then practice explaining what you did and why it mattered. That’s a useful starting point for your next interview, performance review, or career conversation.If you’re ready to lead with more impact and make more intentional career decisions, I hope this conversation helps you recognize your strengths and consider where you want to take them next.Subscribe to The Mid-Career GPS Podcast for more conversations about job search, promotion, leadership, and career clarity. If this episode resonates with you, share it with a colleague and leave a rating and review to help more mid-career professionals find the show.Connect with Denise Cicchella:Website | LinkedIn | Get Her Books | Podcast - Learn It. Grow With It. Own It.Support the showIf this episode resonated with you and you want more support in how you SHOW UP for your career and life, there are two ways we can work together.Learn more about my SHOW UP Leadership Lab, my monthly membership program, at https://www.johnneral.com/showupIf you would like to learn more about how I can help you as your leadership and career coach, visit https://www.johnneral.com/workwithme.Get John's free weekly leadership and career newsletter at https://www.johnneral.com/the-mid-career-gps-newsletterOther ways we can connect:Connect with John on LinkedIn here.Get John's books on Amazon here. Follow John on Instagram @johnneralcoaching. Subscribe to John's YouTube Channel here. Please leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts here.This podcast is listed in Feedspot's Top 90 Best Executive Career Podcasts.https://podcast.feedspot.com/executive_career_podcasts/
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    33 分
  • 369: The Iced Coffee Interview Tip Debate

    369: The Iced Coffee Interview Tip Debate
    2026/10/06

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    If you’re searching for a new job at mid-career, you may be wondering what it takes to stand out in an interview. Does bringing your interviewer an iced coffee show thoughtfulness, or does it raise questions about your professional judgment?


    In this episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast, I unpack the viral “iced coffee interview” debate and explain why a seemingly thoughtful gesture can create an uncomfortable first impression.


    When you’re frustrated with your career or navigating a competitive job search, I understand the temptation to try something different. But I want your interviewer to remember your leadership, experience, and the value you bring. A drink or gift can pull attention away from the conversation you worked hard to prepare for.


    I explore how bringing coffee to an interviewer can introduce safety concerns, suggest that you’re trying to win favor, or conflict with an organization’s gift policies. I also share a fruit basket story from a school district hiring process that illustrates how good intentions can raise concerns about a candidate’s judgment.


    Then, I focus on practical job interview tips for mid-career professionals who want to communicate their strengths and find a role where they can lead more impactfully. From telling relevant stories to reading the room, I explain how to build rapport while keeping the focus on your qualifications.


    In this episode, I cover:

    • Why bringing coffee or a gift to your interviewer can create unnecessary distractions.
    • How industry expectations and workplace policies can affect interview etiquette.
    • What a school district hiring experience taught me about intentions and professional judgment.
    • How to communicate your accomplishments and connect your experience to the organization’s needs.
    • Why I recommend accepting water when it’s offered and minimizing opportunities for spills.
    • How to assess the room before using humor or taking a more casual approach.
    • Why I believe thoughtful preparation and self-awareness make a stronger impression than a memorable gesture.


    If you’re preparing for a job interview, pursuing a promotion, or exploring a career change, I want to help you show up with confidence and clarity. Your interview is also an opportunity to assess whether the organization supports the kind of work, leadership, and career growth you want.


    Apply for private leadership and career coaching at https://www.johnneral.com/workwithme


    Listen to this episode before your next interview. I’ll help you focus on what you want decision-makers to remember: how you think, how you lead, and how you can help their organization succeed.


    For more resources on job search, promotion, and career clarity, visit johnneral.com.


    Follow The Mid-Career GPS Podcast and share the episode with someone navigating their next career move.

    Support the show

    If this episode resonated with you and you want more support in how you SHOW UP for your career and life, there are two ways we can work together.

    Learn more about my SHOW UP Leadership Lab, my monthly membership program, at https://www.johnneral.com/showup

    If you would like to learn more about how I can help you as your leadership and career coach, visit https://www.johnneral.com/workwithme.

    Get John's free weekly leadership and career newsletter at https://www.johnneral.com/the-mid-career-gps-newsletter

    Other ways we can connect:

    • Connect with John on LinkedIn here.
    • Get John's books on Amazon here.
    • Follow John on Instagram @johnneralcoaching.
    • Subscribe to John's YouTube Channel here.

    Please leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts here.

    This podcast is listed in Feedspot's Top 90 Best Executive Career Podcasts.

    https://podcast.feedspot.com/executive_career_podcasts/
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    14 分
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