If your funeral were tomorrow, what would people truly say about your work and the legacy you left behind? Here is the sobering reality: On average, only 10 people cry at a funeral. And, the number one factor determining how many people attend your burial is the weather. Most of us spend our lives striving and holding it all together, only for the weather to be the deciding factor of our final send-off. This realization brings Uli Schild’s Career Funeral Theory into focus: If so few people will care at the end, why do you care so much about what others think while you are living? This is not a morbid conversation—it's a high-stakes clarity call for senior professionals. In this episode, Uli Schild (@MrCareerTick) and change expert Adrienne Tilley-Lefèvre (@thehumansolarpanel) discuss why holding onto a draining job can be self-sabotage, and how to reclaim your purpose. You will learn how to: Strategically reframe quitting, redundancy, or burnout as the necessary first step toward reinvention. Define the "unfinished business" of your career and create a path that is aligned with who you are, not who others expect you to be. You are allowed to want more. It’s time to change the story and create a life that fulfills you today.

After 15 years as a career coach, Uli Schild, aka Mr Career Tick, is pulling back the curtain on the one career move that’s helped hundreds of clients (and himself) stay sane, solvent, and strategic: contracting. In this episode, Uli shares 10 smart, experience-backed reasons why contracting isn’t just a fallback—it’s a future-proof strategy for professionals who are tired of the corporate circus, stuck in the job hunt, or craving more freedom and impact.Learn how contractors skip bias filters and land roles faster, why cash flow, negotiation power, and personal branding all thrive in contract roles, and finally, discover what freedom really looks like—and how to design a career that supports your life, not the other way around. Whether you’re burned out, overqualified, or just ready to move differently, this episode is your permission slip to rethink what stability really means.

We all have pipe dreams—heartfelt and sometimes wildly unrealistic ideas we tuck away for “someday.” But what about the career goals we chase without clarity, the ones that quietly drain our energy and leave us stuck? In this episode, career coach Uli Schild, aka Mr. Career Tick, invites you to rethink your relationship with ambition. Uli shares three powerful mindset shifts that help unclog your career pipe dreams and make space for real progress: Let go of your goals (yes, all of them—at first) Let go of your impatience (slow is still forward) Let go during your morning routine (and redefine success) Whether you’re job hunting, pivoting careers, or just feeling overwhelmed by your own expectations, this episode offers a gentle but strategic reset. Plus, Uli shares personal reflections—from trombone dreams to coaching breakthroughs—and how small, consistent steps can lead to big, meaningful change. Tune in, take a breath, and start moving forward—with clarity, confidence, and a little less pressure.

Feeling stuck in your job search? Overwhelmed by endless applications, ghosted interviews, or just unsure what your next move should be? In this episode, Uli Schild—aka Mr Career Tick—shares five powerful principles to help you shift from scattered effort to focused progress. You’ll learn how to: Find clarity in your career direction Prioritize progress over perfection Take action instead of overthinking Use your energy as feedback Own your outcomes with confidence These aren’t fluffy tips—they’re hard-won insights from 15+ years of coaching professionals through real career transitions. Whether you’re in your 30s, 40s, or 50s, this episode will help you make smarter decisions and finally move forward.

Burnout might feel like a breakdown—but it can be the breakthrough your career needs. In this energizing episode of the Mr. Career Tick Podcast, career coach Uli Schild shares the five essential steps to reignite your career after burnout and return to work with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Drawing from over decades of career coaching experience, Uli, aka Mr. Career Tick, breaks down the real signs of burnout, why recovery takes time, and how to build a sustainable career path that won’t lead you back to exhaustion. From setting boundaries and practicing self-care to building a meaningful support network and using practical tools to stay on track—this episode is your roadmap to a healthier, more empowered professional life. What you’ll learn: How to spot your personal burnout warning signs The 3 stages of burnout recovery Why boundaries and saying “no” are career-saving skills How to reconnect with your purpose and people at work The best apps and tools to support your mental wellness Plus: Uli’s personal burnout story, real client insights, and a reminder that thriving is always possible—if you tick the right boxes.

Think HR is giving you the whole story about how your salary is set—or why your pay raise stalled? Think again.  In this unfiltered episode, Mr. Career Tick exposes the truths HR departments won’t tell you: from vague salary ranges to silent negotiation tactics and budget limits they hope you’ll never ask about. Whether you’re gearing up for your annual performance review or just wondering what’s really behind your paycheck, this episode delivers insight straight from an HR insider. Tune in to uncover 10 things you won’t hear in a meeting—and get practical advice on how to prep for your next raise conversation, build trust with your manager, and negotiate smarter without burning bridges. If you want better money, better strategy, and better results—press play!

Behind every successful job search is a mindset rooted in purpose, discipline, and self-leadership. In this episode, Mr. Career Tick shares six high-impact habits that shift your focus from frustration to forward motion. Whether you're stuck in a draining job, navigating change, or wondering how long this search will last—this is the clarity you’ve been craving. What you’ll walk away with: A new understanding of how internal growth powers external results Strategies to stop chasing roles and start creating opportunity A smarter way to engage with people, not just job posts Permission to take breaks, recalibrate, and keep showing up This isn’t just another pep talk. It’s a mindset upgrade for every career seeker who’s ready to feel in control again. Tune in now and start building consistent habits that help you land the job you deserve.

How do you turn your bad work experience into future career success? Ever survived a job so stressful, toxic, or chaotic that it felt like a daily escape room? You’re not alone—but what if those negative experiences could fuel your future success? In this episode, Mr. Career Tick breaks down five powerful ways to reframe bad work experiences into valuable skills and expertise that will make you stronger, smarter, and more career-ready than ever before. Here’s what you’ll learn: How to turn bad bosses, toxic workplaces, and burnout into transferable career skills Why your toughest job moments could be your greatest professional assets The language of reframing—how to position past struggles on your resume, LinkedIn, and interviews Actionable steps to restart, recover, and take control of your career Your experiences don’t define you—but how you frame them does. Tune in now and take the next step toward career success!

Landing a new job is exciting—but are you walking into a nightmare? Before you sign the dotted line, spot the red flags that could lead to toxic leadership. From micromanagers to credit thieves, bad bosses come in all forms—and they could cost you your sanity, your career growth, and even your happiness at work. In this episode, Mr. Career Tick breaks down the classic warning signs of a bad boss and shares 4 ways to dodge them in the interview process—before it’s too late. Remember, your time is your most valuable asset—don’t waste it on a bad boss. Tune in now and learn how to protect your career!

Did you ever wonder what’s silently holding your career back? Your boss is not just always looking at what you are doing right—sometimes, what you need to STOP doing also matters! The Mr. Career Tick podcast is BACK. What if leveling up at work isn’t about adding more to your plate—but cutting out what’s holding you back? In my latest podcast, 3 Things Your Boss Wants You to Stop in the New Year, I break down the sneaky habits that could be stalling your career. Tune in to learn simple mindset shifts that will strengthen your relationship with your boss, boost your career, and help you show up as your best self at work.

People reach out to me in many ways. I receive emails, Insta messages, LinkedIn messages and lots of calls from individuals who are trying to work out why they have lost their mojo at work and what they can do to reconnect with the work they once loved. That’s not necessary job search coaching or career coaching and so I often feel challenged to sell my services. There are many issues these individuals describe, but it most often boils down to one “real issue “ They contact me because they want to find joy in work again. Join me and listen to the MrCareerTick Way to find Joy in your Work.

Let’s face it, many companies have cool products or services, hip and modern offices and if you’re lucky even great locations But really good companies have all that and then they also have good people and good company culture. So How Do You Find Employers with Good People & Culture so you can hang there for a while and create the career you deserve? In this 29-minute podcast MrCareerTick aka Uli Schild will give you the low-down with 3 simple steps and a punchy tick – list – so you can find an employer with good people & culture and secure the job you deserve.  Sit back, relax, take notes and don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE to THE CHANNEL or LIKE & SHARE  

Kick Ass at Work Without Losing It (or Why More Time Away from Work is The Way to Kick Ass at Work)   In his latest 25 + minute podcast Uli aka MrCareertick talks about Work-Life Balance and How To Kick Ass At Work Without Losing It. How do you keep work from becoming your life? How do you make room when it seems like there is no room? Uli has some work/life balance tips from a bona fide workaholic life perspective. By self-admission Uli starts the podcast by acknowledging the irony that I’m posting a podcast about work and work-life balance He is going to give you some awesome work/life balance tips, but at the moment, he is actually the poster child for work/life imbalance. That perspective is what gives him the idea and such great insight into the problem. Sit back, relax and reflect onto your own situation and then make changes.

To be an effective job hunter you must learn how to exercise intellectual empathy, meaning you must learn how to think like the person on the other end of the table. But don’t worry .. This podcast is not about Recruiters! It’s all about the guys who do the hiring inside the HR Department and they are called The Talent Acquisition Team These are the guys who are responsible for the job ads and the pre-selection and interviewing and for most parts also the hiring of the right candidates. I am going to tell you in this podcast What you need to know about the Talent Acquisition guys How to reach out to them without being fobbed off How to get through to them, How to get shortlisted for an interview and most importantly …How to ensure that You Get The Job You Deserve!

Spot Bad Career Advice and learn to Ignore It

Job hunting is definitely a numbers game, simply because your resume is a: competing with hundreds of other applicants and is b: pre-screened by the ATS software,but strategy, rather than luck, is what makes it successful. If you’re aiming blindly, you’ll find that you’ll repeatedly get rejected or worse, ghosted. Rather than burying your head in another round of bullet spraying job sites with your applications, it’s better to take a step back and troubleshoot the real reasons why you’re not getting hired. Ill show you the Top Reasons Why You Are Not Considered and more Importantly What You Need To Do To Change That - So You Can Get The Job You Deserve

Soo many of my Job -hunter clients ask the same question and often wonder why they never hear anything back after they hit ‘send’ to submit their resume and cover letter or on the online when they use the various job-sites.  If you’re very lucky, you might have an automated email from a recruiter and then never hear from them again. It’s a depressing experience and one which also casts a shadow on the hiring company’s reputation. So why does it happen that your application has vanished? Is it you, is it them, or is it just something every candidate must prepare for in the hiring process? This 20-minute podcast explores what really happens and tell you about the top 5 reasons you’re not hearing back after applying for a job, with five suggestions for ways to avoid the resume black hole.

Are You Concerned About What The others Might Think Or Say?! How are these pants going to make me look? What will my colleagues think if I spoke up about this or that? Are those co-workers talking bad behind my back? If I take this job, what will my friends and family think of me? Uli Schild aka MrCareerTick shows you in this 25-minute podcast How To Stop Giving a F*ck What People Think How To Pursue The Career & Search and Apply for the Jobs You Really Want And how to work towards Living the Life & The Career You Want

It may be a candidate’s market, and there are lots of recruiters and HR professionals who are talking about “The Great Resignation” boom, but today’s job seekers still face nuanced challenges in the quest to find their perfect role.Uli Schild deciphers 25 of the most common clichés in job ads and tells you what to do So You can Get the Jobs You Deserve.

With over 800 million users, LinkedIn has become by far the most ubiquitous professional network for connecting with colleagues and mentors, building personal brands, sharing stories, eliciting interest from potential customers, clients, recruiters and hiring managers, and more. Yet over 50% of all LinkedIn users fail when they use their LinkedIn profile.