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Job Search, Promotion, and Career Clarity: The Mid-Career GPS Podcast
John Neral
329 episodes
4 days ago
Send us a text Career Momentum and Getting "Unstuck" Starts With How You SHOW UP Career momentum does not come from doing more. It comes from showing up with clarity, intention, and confidence, especially at mid-career. In this opening episode of the year, I share my personal journey from classroom teacher to leadership and career coach, and the moment when being fine was no longer enough. I walk you through the experiences that shaped how I think about careers today, from turning classic gam...
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Send us a text Career Momentum and Getting "Unstuck" Starts With How You SHOW UP Career momentum does not come from doing more. It comes from showing up with clarity, intention, and confidence, especially at mid-career. In this opening episode of the year, I share my personal journey from classroom teacher to leadership and career coach, and the moment when being fine was no longer enough. I walk you through the experiences that shaped how I think about careers today, from turning classic gam...
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Careers
Education,
Business,
Management,
Self-Improvement
Episodes (20/329)
Job Search, Promotion, and Career Clarity: The Mid-Career GPS Podcast
330: How I Turned Feeling Stuck Into A Career I Love
Send us a text Career Momentum and Getting "Unstuck" Starts With How You SHOW UP Career momentum does not come from doing more. It comes from showing up with clarity, intention, and confidence, especially at mid-career. In this opening episode of the year, I share my personal journey from classroom teacher to leadership and career coach, and the moment when being fine was no longer enough. I walk you through the experiences that shaped how I think about careers today, from turning classic gam...
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4 days ago
30 minutes

Job Search, Promotion, and Career Clarity: The Mid-Career GPS Podcast
329: Mid-Career in 2026: How to Rebuild Stability, Visibility, and Confidence
Send us a text The ground shifted for mid-career professionals in 2025, and many are still feeling the impact. Rolling layoffs became routine, job titles lost their signaling power, and working harder no longer translated into advancement. For professionals in the middle of their careers, the old rules stopped working, often without warning. In this episode, John Neral unpacks what actually changed in the job market and leadership landscape and outlines a clear, practical plan to help you rec...
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1 week ago
31 minutes

Job Search, Promotion, and Career Clarity: The Mid-Career GPS Podcast
328: Ask This Question To Reduce Holiday Drama & Honor Your Boundaries
Send us a text Do holiday conversations, workplace tension, or family dynamics leave you emotionally drained and unsure how to respond? At mid-career, the pressure to stay composed, supportive, and “professional” can feel exhausting, especially when stress is already high in your job or career. In this episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast, I introduce a simple but powerful communication tool called the Three H’s. With one clarifying question, you can stop guessing, set healthier boundaries...
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2 weeks ago
13 minutes

Job Search, Promotion, and Career Clarity: The Mid-Career GPS Podcast
327: Not Unhappy to Quit, But Not Loving Your Job Either
Send us a text Many mid-career professionals sense something is off but struggle to articulate it. Feeling “fine” at work can be one of the most misleading signals in your career, especially in a volatile job market. In this episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast, I name and unpack a growing mid-career pattern called job-hugging. It is the instinct to cling to comfort, stability, and familiarity during layoffs, hiring freezes, and economic uncertainty, even when your role no longer cha...
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3 weeks ago
20 minutes

Job Search, Promotion, and Career Clarity: The Mid-Career GPS Podcast
326: Why People-First Cultures Win in 2026 with Kat Ortiz
Send us a text In this episode, John is joined by industrial-organizational psychologist Kat Ortiz to break down how evidence-based practices can transform workplace culture, leadership effectiveness, and employee experience in ways that genuinely support performance and growth. Kat’s unconventional career journey sets the stage. From earning her GED and starting college in her thirties to choosing IO psychology over the therapy path, she shares how she learned to change systems at scale ra...
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1 month ago
34 minutes

Job Search, Promotion, and Career Clarity: The Mid-Career GPS Podcast
325: Dealing with a Difficult Boss
Send us a text If you are a mid-career professional feeling drained, discouraged, or stuck because of a difficult boss, this episode gives you a clear path forward. Many professionals stay silent or shut down when leadership becomes unpredictable, controlling, or inconsistent. In today’s job market, that silence can stall your visibility, performance, and promotion potential. This episode breaks down five difficult boss archetypes and gives you a practical strategy to stabilize your workwee...
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1 month ago
32 minutes

Job Search, Promotion, and Career Clarity: The Mid-Career GPS Podcast
324: Lessons in Leadership | What "Quiet Piggy" Really Means
Send us a text Workplace bullying is more common than many mid-career professionals realize, and its impact on confidence, performance, and career clarity can be long-lasting. In this episode, we unpack a high-profile moment that reopened old workplace wounds for many. When power is misused to silence or diminish someone, it is more than a headline. It is a reminder of what happens in meeting rooms, team conversations, and one-on-one interactions every day. If you have ever been interrupted...
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1 month ago
41 minutes

Job Search, Promotion, and Career Clarity: The Mid-Career GPS Podcast
323: Stop Asking “Got Any Feedback?” And Other Career-Saving Tips
Send us a text When you reach mid-career, feedback often fades or gets frustratingly vague. You may hear you’re “doing great” or that you should “be more strategic,” but those comments rarely help you grow or move forward. In this episode, John Neral breaks down how to restart your feedback loop so your work stands out, your reputation strengthens, and decision-makers see you as promotion ready. Drawing from real coaching experiences, John explores the two types of feedback that def...
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1 month ago
20 minutes

Job Search, Promotion, and Career Clarity: The Mid-Career GPS Podcast
322: Leading Without the Title: How Mid-Career Professionals Build Trust and Get Noticed
Send us a text Are you doing great work but still waiting for recognition or a promotion that never seems to come? In this episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast, John Neral explores how to elevate your reputation, credibility, and leadership impact without waiting for a new title. This conversation focuses on leading through influence, not authority. You’ll learn how to stand out in today’s fast-moving workplace by earning trust, building psychological safety, and demonstrating anticipatory...
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2 months ago
23 minutes

Job Search, Promotion, and Career Clarity: The Mid-Career GPS Podcast
321: How to Protect Your Reputation When Someone Throws You Under the Bus
Send us a text Every mid-career professional has faced that gut-punch moment when a colleague shifts blame, steals credit, or takes a public swipe to protect their image. In this episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast, John Neral dives into why “bus-throwing” happens, how to stay composed when it does, and what to do next to protect your professional reputation without reacting emotionally. If you’ve ever felt the sting of embarrassment, anger, or self-doubt after someone undermined you, this ...
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2 months ago
28 minutes

Job Search, Promotion, and Career Clarity: The Mid-Career GPS Podcast
320: Asking This One Question to Your Colleagues May Redefine Your Career
Send us a text Feeling stuck, tired, or unsure how long you can keep pushing through your role? In this episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast, John Neral shares one golden question that can help you rediscover purpose, evaluate fit, and make smarter decisions about your career: Why do you come back to work every day? This simple yet powerful question uncovers what really drives you and what’s holding you back. John walks you through how to use it to gain clarity in your current role, prepar...
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2 months ago
16 minutes

Job Search, Promotion, and Career Clarity: The Mid-Career GPS Podcast
319: Do It Scared: Reinventing Your Career with Emmy-Winning Journalist Lindsey Mastis
Send us a text What does it take to walk away from a successful career to build one that aligns with your passion and future? In this episode, Emmy-winning journalist Lindsey Mastis shares her journey of leaving a 20-year career in tv news, to create an independent reporting career focused on AI and emerging technology. If you’ve ever wondered how to make a bold mid-career pivot, this conversation is packed with insights on courage, reinvention, and staying relevant in a rapidly changing wo...
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2 months ago
49 minutes

Job Search, Promotion, and Career Clarity: The Mid-Career GPS Podcast
318: The Six Skills Every Mid-Career Professional Needs for 2026
Send us a text The ground keeps moving and for mid-career professionals, that shift feels sharper than ever. As we approach 2026, success will hinge on your ability to adapt, communicate strategically, and lead through change. In this episode, leadership and career transition coach John Neral breaks down six essential skills that will define your value and visibility in the year ahead. If you’ve been feeling stuck, undervalued, or uncertain about how to stay competitive in a fast-ch...
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2 months ago
24 minutes

Job Search, Promotion, and Career Clarity: The Mid-Career GPS Podcast
317: Running on Empty: How to Lead, Work, and Live with More Clarity and Calm
Send us a text Feeling stretched thin by nonstop news and workplace pressure. In this episode, executive and career coach John Neral helps mid-career professionals regain momentum with presence, pace, and practical wins. Learn how to prevent burnout, ask leadership for targeted support, and use small controllables to improve performance. We also cover a data-driven approach to job search and interviews, plus a simple Mid-Career GPS to turn chaos into clarity. Ideal for managers, team leads, a...
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3 months ago
24 minutes

Job Search, Promotion, and Career Clarity: The Mid-Career GPS Podcast
316: The 4 C's of Effective Leadership Presence
Send us a text Have you ever been told you “lack executive presence” but never received a clear explanation of what that means? You’re not alone. For many mid-career professionals, this overused buzzword becomes a frustrating barrier to promotions and leadership opportunities. In today’s episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast, John Neral challenges the outdated definition of executive presence and offers a fresh framework that makes leadership expectations more actionable and achievable. Inste...
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3 months ago
21 minutes

Job Search, Promotion, and Career Clarity: The Mid-Career GPS Podcast
315: Free Speech, At-Will Employment, and Protecting Your Career
Send us a text The line between personal expression and professional consequences has never been more blurred. With recent headlines putting workplace conduct and public statements in the spotlight, many mid-career professionals are asking a tough question: Could what I say cost me my job? In this episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast, we unpack what every professional in today’s job market needs to know about free speech, at-will employment, and safeguarding your career. You’ll learn why...
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3 months ago
19 minutes

Job Search, Promotion, and Career Clarity: The Mid-Career GPS Podcast
314: Interview Tip: How Personal AI Stories Make You Memorable in Interviews
Send us a text At some point in your career, you will be asked how you’ve used AI. Most candidates will talk about optimizing resumes or practicing interview questions, but what if your answer could be more memorable? In this episode, I share a deeply personal story about saying goodbye to my beloved cat, Amy Farrah Meowler, and how I turned to ChatGPT for guidance during that difficult time. What I learned goes far beyond grief. It demonstrates how authentic personal experien...
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3 months ago
19 minutes

Job Search, Promotion, and Career Clarity: The Mid-Career GPS Podcast
313: When Being Qualified Isn't Enough with Gina Riley
Send us a text Why do some highly qualified candidates land the job while others get passed over? The answer often lies in how well they tell their career story. In this episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast, Career Transition Coach and Forbes Coaches Council member Gina Riley, joins me to share insider strategies from her experience at Intel and as an executive search consultant. She explains how mid-career professionals can stand out in today’s competitive job market by documenting ...
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4 months ago
38 minutes

Job Search, Promotion, and Career Clarity: The Mid-Career GPS Podcast
312: How One Mid-Career Professional Landed His Ideal Job After 125 Applications with Chris Bond
Send us a text If you’re in the middle of a job search and feeling frustrated by the lack of responses, this episode is a must-listen. Today, I’m joined by Chris Bond, who candidly shares the data from his six-month job search in 2025. His story sheds light on what’s working, and what’s not, in today’s competitive mid-career job market. Chris applied for 125 positions and achieved a 50% personalized response rate and a 10% interview rate. These are numbers that far exceed typical job search...
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4 months ago
37 minutes

Job Search, Promotion, and Career Clarity: The Mid-Career GPS Podcast
311: FAQ About Mid-Career Job Search Frustrations: How to Stay Confident, Stand Out, and Move Forward
Send us a text Are you tired of sending out job applications and hearing nothing back? Wondering if you’re overqualified or not qualified enough? If you’re a mid-career professional struggling in today’s competitive and employer-driven job market, this episode is for you. In this episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast, I’m answering some of the most common and most frustrating questions I hear from clients in their 30s, 40s, and 50s navigating a job search or career transition. You’ll lear...
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4 months ago
23 minutes

Job Search, Promotion, and Career Clarity: The Mid-Career GPS Podcast
Send us a text Career Momentum and Getting "Unstuck" Starts With How You SHOW UP Career momentum does not come from doing more. It comes from showing up with clarity, intention, and confidence, especially at mid-career. In this opening episode of the year, I share my personal journey from classroom teacher to leadership and career coach, and the moment when being fine was no longer enough. I walk you through the experiences that shaped how I think about careers today, from turning classic gam...