Ljnradio: Moving Up The Ladder

You never know what path your career will take, but the key is to adapt and take advantage of the opportunities you're afforded. Despite a a challenging shift in perspective, Sarah Bird went from law to tech and has worked her way into the role of CEO at Moz. Sarah shares her experiences with Tim Muma, describing why she made the switch, how the rise to CEO occurred, and offering the listeners some career advice based on her own challenges and opportunities. Moving Up the Ladder gives employees and employers fresh perspectives improving upon the success of your career, from landing a job and career advancement to effective management and executive achievements.

Jim Webber is back for another edition of Myth vs. Reality, as he brings his sharp, knowledgeable opinions to LJNRadio when it comes to hiring and the relationship between employees and managers. Jim has more than 25 years of experience as an employment lawyer and a human resources manager, giving him a ton of real world examples to offer up as proof that a belief is a myth or reality. He also describes to Tim Muma the valuable lessons we can all take with us, no matter role we play in the employment spectrum. Moving Up the Ladder gives employees and employers fresh perspectives improving upon the success of your career, from landing a job and career advancement to effective management and executive achievements.

We’re getting romantic for this episode, that is, examining how a bit more humanity may be needed in the business world as a whole. Tim Muma speaks with Tim Leberecht, chief marketing officer of NBBJ, a global design and architecture firm that helps organizations such as Amazon and Google. The two discuss how the human element - including emotions, engagement and intimacy (not THAT kind) - could be the key to success now and in the future. Tim Leberecht draws off ideas in his book, "The Business Romantic: Give Everything, Quantify Nothing, and Create Something Greater Than Yourself." Moving Up the Ladder gives employees and employers fresh perspectives improving upon the success of your career, from landing a job and career advancement to effective management and executive achievements.

Everyone has a dream job, but when you ask someone to define what their dream job is they often have vague responses. Without a set in stone definition of your dream job, you could miss out on successfully attaining it. Skip Freeman, CEO of Hire to Win, joins the show to share 10 factors that you should weigh when you’re defining your dream job. Moving Up the Ladder gives employees and employers fresh perspectives improving upon the success of your career, from landing a job and career advancement to effective management and executive achievements.

It's time for another round of Myth vs. Reality as Tim Muma tries to get to the heart of phrases and beliefs that are often cited when experts discuss employment and business-related topics. Mike Perry, president of Szarka Financial Management, joins LJNRadio to give his thoughts on job candidates, employees and the people in charge of hiring and managing them. Mike has more than 30 years experience as a hiring manager, and he offers his insight into these important areas. The information is not intended to be a substitute for specific individualized tax, legal or investment planning advice. Therefore, the information should only be relied upon when coordinated with individual professional advice. Securities offered through Registered Representatives of Cambridge Investment Research, Inc., a Broker Dealer, member FINRA/SIPC. Advisory Services through Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Inc., a Registered Investment Adviser. Cambridge and Szarka Financial are not affiliated. Cambridge and Szarka Financia

Humor in the workplace can be a delicate attribute, particularly when certain topics create an uncomfortable environment. On the other hand, laughter and the skills needed to be humorous, especially improvisational traits, can have huge benefits. Matt Kemple, founder of the Milwaukee Comedy Festival and the live events producer for Milwaukee Comedy, talks with Tim Muma about how comedy can aid everyone at work. Matt explains how positive responses, quick thinking, and the ability to "go with the flow" are all areas employees and management can improve. Moving Up the Ladder gives employees and employers fresh perspectives improving upon the success of your career, from landing a job and career advancement to effective management and executive achievements.

Innovation continues to be a buzzword in the business world, though it appears to be elusive when individuals and companies try to put their ideas into action. Michael (Coop) Cooper, founder of Innovators and Influencers, explains to Tim Muma why true innovation fails to happen in many organizations. He gives us his experienced insight into the key aspects of innovation, and how all of us can retrain our thinking to create and develop on a higher level. Moving Up the Ladder gives employees and employers fresh perspectives improving upon the success of your career, from landing a job and career advancement to effective management and executive achievements.

You'll read plenty of opinions on the best strategies for time management, and most of them sound rather similar. Best-selling author Rory Vaden brings a different perspective to the table in finding ways to create more time...and even procrastination is a positive. Rory is a self-discipline strategist and co-founder of the international training company, Southwestern Consulting. He gives Tim Muma his take on time management and touches on key points from his book, "Procrastinate on Purpose: 5 Permission to Multiply Your Time." Moving Up the Ladder gives employees and employers fresh perspectives improving upon the success of your career, from landing a job and career advancement to effective management and executive achievements.

There are countless ways to improve your career, including your communication, influence and persuasion in a variety of situations. John Pollack, former presidential speechwriter for Bill Clinton and author of "Shortcut," describes how the use of analogies gets your point across effectively. Whether you're interviewing for a job, leading a presentation, or speaking with a client, John tells Tim Muma that analogies connect the speaker with the audience on a level greater than any other form of speech. Moving Up the Ladder gives employees and employers fresh perspectives improving upon the success of your career, from landing a job and career advancement to effective management and executive achievements.

Knowing how, and when, to ask for a raise can be a challenge. Should you ask during your performance review? What about after you successfully complete a tough project? To demystify, and provide you with helpful tips and tricks, the President of Workplaces that Work, Lynne Eisaguirre, is joining the show with host Cady Chesney. Moving Up the Ladder gives employees and employers fresh perspectives improving upon the success of your career, from landing a job and career advancement to effective management and executive achievements.

We're taking a look at the comedy industry and examining the details of this unique community, and for those interested, what it takes to succeed. Matt Kemple, live events producer for Milwaukee Comedy and the founder of the Milwaukee Comedy Festival, joins Tim Muma to give us an inside look at the various avenues one can take within comedy. He also describes the scene as a whole and the many great options for fans of the comedic arts. Moving Up the Ladder gives employees and employers fresh perspectives improving upon the success of your career, from landing a job and career advancement to effective management and executive achievements.

Most people understand the role body language and facial expressions play in communication; however, there's a different perspective to think about. Chelsea Rowe, leadership development specialist for Kinetix, brings her insight to LJNRadio to examine how our thoughts and actions impact our own feelings. Using her background as an industrial-organizational psychologist, Chelsea explains to Tim Muma that we can change the evaluation of ourselves through what we do with our faces and bodies. Moving Up the Ladder gives employees and employers fresh perspectives improving upon the success of your career, from landing a job and career advancement to effective management and executive achievements.

What does it take to become a trusted advisor to your manager? And how can this benefit both your manager and you? In the professional world, a trusted advisor can be a precious resource for a supervisor. To learn more about what defines a trusted advisor, as well as how you can become one for your manager, Jenna Connour speaks with Dr. Matt Carter, Founder and Managing Director of Message House – a communications consultancy based in London. Moving Up the Ladder gives employees and employers fresh perspectives improving upon the success of your career, from landing a job and career advancement to effective management and executive achievements.

Leadership educator, executive coach and author, John Baldoni, has come out with a new book focusing on the term "moxie" and how it relates to quality leadership. Tim Muma asks John about some points from "Moxie: The Secret to Bold and Gutsy Leadership" in the hopes of giving listeners some insight into the role of moxie in their careers - especially as a leader. Moving Up the Ladder gives employees and employers fresh perspectives improving upon the success of your career, from landing a job and career advancement to effective management and executive achievements.

If you’re not aware, effective networking is critical as a professional. Whether you’re looking for a job or seeking out partners and clients, it plays a huge role in your success. Patti DeNucci, an author, speaker and chief connector, brings LJNRadio her experienced perspective on networking and the opportunities it creates. Patti also gives Tim Muma practical tips to be an effective communicator as she addresses the common terms associated with networking in general. Moving Up the Ladder gives employees and employers fresh perspectives improving upon the success of your career, from landing a job and career advancement to effective management and executive achievements.

On this episode, Tim Muma speaks with an individual who has worked as an engineer for Microsoft, is an entrepreneur herself, and completes marathons, triathlons and the Ironman competition with relative ease. She also happens to be blind. Patricia Walsh joins LJNRadio to discuss her path to success and how she picked herself up from the depths of depression and self-doubt to become a world-class athlete and sought-after speaker. She offers her tips and insight that you'll find in her book, "Blind Ambition: How to Envision Your Limitless Potential and Achieve the Success You Want." Moving Up the Ladder gives employees and employers fresh perspectives improving upon the success of your career, from landing a job and career advancement to effective management and executive achievements.

Effective leaders have many qualities: integrity, superior communication skills, confidence, intuition, and the abilities to delegate and motivate. But one quality of good leaders that is not as frequently discussed is their ability to be authentic. To learn more about what defines an authentic leader, LJNRadio welcomes Brad Parcells, an Executive and Leadership Coach, Consultant, and Speaker for Aperio Coaching & Consulting, LLC. Moving Up the Ladder gives employees and employers fresh perspectives improving upon the success of your career, from landing a job and career advancement to effective management and executive achievements.

As a current issue and topic of much debate, the thoughts on raising the federal minimum wage in the US has found its way to LJNRadio. Sylvia Allegretto, a research economist and co-director of the Center on Wage and Employment Dynamics at the University of California, Berkeley, joins the show to discuss this topic. Sylvia describes the potential positive impacts on individuals and the economy as Tim Muma brings up the concerns many have with raising the income floor. Moving Up the Ladder gives employees and employers fresh perspectives improving upon the success of your career, from landing a job and career advancement to effective management and executive achievements.

While verbal communication is important, there are many other things we do that make an impression on others - both positively and negatively. Elizabeth Dexter-Wilson joins Tim Muma to talk about these seemingly "little" items that often make a larger impact than any of us tend to realize. Elizabeth will talk about what each of these mean, how it can help (or hurt) your career, and what steps you should be taking to create these positive impressions. Moving Up the Ladder gives employees and employers fresh perspectives improving upon the success of your career, from landing a job and career advancement to effective management and executive achievements.

While experience is certainly valuable in most industries, there is a school of thought that says the inexperienced individuals actually have an edge in the current workforce. Former Oracle Corporation executive Liz Wiseman, currently a researcher and executive advisor, argues that rookies coming into a field bring a certain passion, curiosity and new knowledge that veterans have trouble keeping up with. Liz also explains to Tim Muma why this is an important idea to understand, both for employers and the experienced personnel. Moving Up the Ladder gives employees and employers fresh perspectives improving upon the success of your career, from landing a job and career advancement to effective management and executive achievements.