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Career Coaching with Jessness

Tune in for grounded, step-by-step guidance on finding work that aligns with your real strengths and authentic interests, while exploring the deeper inner journey of self-discovery. We're not just here to figure out what to do, but also who we are. Our career is a mirror: the world we see outside reflects the world within. Website: www.jessnessrequired.com Instagram: @ hellojessness LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jsmith161/

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20 | Dear 39-Weeks-Pregnant Me: I Have Some Notes

In this episode, I respond to me at 39-weeks pregnant (from last podcast, episode 19) and share the real real of how maternity leave went down. I cover my postpartum journey...the identity shifts, fears, personal insights, challenges, and the deep transformation that comes with motherhood. (And I'm only 6 months out, WOW) If this interests you, come hang out on Substack: MOMHOOD:…

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19 | How I'm Preparing for Maternity Leave at 39 Weeks Pregnant (Mentally, Not Logistically)

In this episode, I'm 39 weeks pregnant, reflecting on how I plan to approach maternity leave. I share the fears and feelings coming up for me and the intentions and mindsets I plan to take with me into this phase. Expect to hear reflections on: 1. Anticipation and the Unknown 2. Downshifting Without Losing Your Edge 3. Understanding the Source of Fear 4. Redefining Your Edge 5. Reframing Maternity…

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18 | Rating 5 Career Moves That Accelerated My Career Growth

In this episode, I discuss my career journey and the various actions that have contributed to my growth. You'll hear me emphasize the importance of pursuing passion projects, leveraging side gigs, seeking feedback, and maintaining a positive mindset. We'll talk: exploring career opportunities and the significance of self-reflection in professional development. You know it all comes back to…

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17 | 10 Career Cheat Codes for Rapid Career Growth, Promotions & Confidence

In this episode, I give you 10 career cheat codes to help you grow faster, stand out, and stop playing small at work. If you want rapid career growth, are going for a promotion, and want to be more confident at work, this is for you. We run through them one after another with no fluff in between, so hit play and start implementing today. Some bites from the episode: Assign yourself deadlines…

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16 | How to Use ChatGPT at Work to Be a Better Employee | Tips 7–9

Continuing the series on ChatGPT, today I share 3 more tips on how to use it to be a better employee. You will see just how messy these prompts can be. I share verbatim what prompts I used for three more use cases - using chatGPT: To prep for a tough conversation Performance evals As a thought partner Access my Career Success Guides & Monthly Work in Progress Bulletin:…

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15 | How to Use ChatGPT at Work to Be a Better Employee | Tips 3–6

Let’s be real, work is moving fast, and if you’re not using tech to work smarter, you’re doing too much. In this episode of Career Coaching with Jessness, we’re continuing the AI and ChatGPT series with three more tips today. This month is all about AI, both podcast episodes focus on maximizing how you use AI and how to use ChatGPT as a powerful tool for professional growth. (As always) I’m…

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14 | 10 Reasons You’re Not Getting Job Interviews

​Anyone who knows me KNOWS I love job interviews, but in order to practice the art of interviewing? You have to land the interview! ​Applying for jobs can feel like a full-time job in itself, and getting no's or just not hearing back after putting in the work to apply can be so frustrating. In this episode we talk about why you're not being invited to interview. ​I share from ​m​y extensive…

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13| How to Ace a Job Interview: How to Prepare, Highlight Your Skills & Answer Questions Confidently

Let's chat about job interviews! This is one of my FAV career topics. There is an art to interviewing, and everyone can get better at it when you know how to prep, how to connect the dots for the person you are interviewing with, how to answer questions effectively, and what to do with the follow-up after the interview is over. Hit the Highlights Interviewing is a two-way street, akin to…

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12 | Mindful Year-End Practices: Reflect on 2025 and Manifest a Purposeful 2026

In this episode, I share my end-of-year rituals that help me wrap up 2025 and how I look forward with intention every new year, hello 2026! We'll touch on my Radiant Life Framework, year-in-review/vision-casting practice, and how I incorporate feng shui. We're gearing up to birth our baby girl come this Jan, but the pod will still rock on. What's to come? Jan: Interview Strategies / The Art of…

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11 | What Questions to Ask in a Job Interview to Impress Hiring Managers

If you are not asking questions to hiring managers, recruiters, or team members you are interviewing with for a new job...you are missing out. Let's talk about it. Hit the Highlights There's an art to all this interviewing stuff - this episode will unpack a key element of that Remember, you are dating the job opportunity, the company, the team just as much as they are assessing you - be picky,…

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