Chances are, you or someone you know has experienced career burnout. Burnout is the lack of motivation or unhappiness in your work, and depending on the severity of your burnout, it can have a significant impact on your work and your life. Matt Mills is a career crossroads coach who helps burned-out high achievers,… [Read More]
Show #68 – It All Started with a Twitter Message – An Interview with Brant Houghton
If you have ever thought about taking a chance by reaching out to someone whom you thought could help you in your career, you are not alone. In fact, this is exactly what Brant Houghton did while he was in college. He sent one Twitter message and it led to an internship. That internship… [Read More]
Show #67 – Tips for Disconnecting from Technology at Work
Recently, I had a great experience seeing a new show called, “Freestyle Love Supreme.” Aside from it being a great show, what also made the experience fantastic, was having to lock my phone and smartwatch in a YONDR so I couldn’t access it during the show. This provided a phone-free experience where I could simply… [Read More]
Show #66 – How Do You Know When It’s Time to Leave Your Job?
I get asked this question a lot from my clients. It’s understandable that they are looking for some definitive answer, but the truth is, only they know when it is time to leave their job. Granted, there are some factors to consider such as work responsibilities, compensation, colleagues, and benefits along with their work/life balance…. [Read More]
Show #65 – “Think Small” An Interview w/ Natalie Siston from Small Town Leadership
Natalie Siston grew up in a small town of 600 people. What she learned growing up in that small town taught her the importance of connection, community, and leadership. In this week’s episode, Natalie shares what it means to her to “think small” in order to make big changes. She shares some useful and practical… [Read More]
Show #64 – Creating Outside of the Box Content w/ Matt Rosenblum
Matt Rosenblum is a content marketing strategist. He has created traditional content, as well as content that might be considered “out of the box.” And whenever, Matt has created this type of content, it’s yielded him some great results. In this episode, Matt shares some ideas about content creating and how to make yourself… [Read More]
Show #62 – Tips for Getting Professionally Unstuck
It’s understandable that we may feel a bit stuck in our career from time to time. So, when you are stuck, how do you get “unstuck?” In this episode, I’m sharing some tips that may help you get unstuck, get motivated, and move toward whatever goals you have set for your career. In this… [Read More]
Show #61 – Never Burn Your Bridges (An Interview w/ Brian Lipp)
What would you do if you got a phone call, literally out of the blue from a former colleague, asking you to come work for them? This is exactly what happened to Brian Lipp. He was open to a new career opportunity that leveraged his skillset and expertise, but this call was… [Read More]
Show #60 – What Would You Do If You Had 15 Minutes?
Ah, the thought of having 15 minutes to do whatever you want! What would you do? It’s undeniably important that we take some time to recharge our batteries, fill our tank, and do something to help us re-energize ourselves and our spirit. As leaders, we can give and give and give, only to leave… [Read More]
Show #59 – Creating a Performance Mindset with Susan Kovacs
In this episode, I interview Susan Kovacs. Susan is a masterful performance coach who helps athletes at all levels develop a performance mindset. Whether it’s on the field on in the workplace, having the proper mindset is key to achieving your goals and owning your performance. Susan shares her tips and strategies to help… [Read More]
Show #58 – Tips for Young Professionals
In this episode, I have the honor of interviewing a former middle school mathematics student of mine, Pete DeFelice, who shares his insights on how to be successful after college. Let’s face it. Getting your first job after college is exciting and filled with expectations. But when reality sets in and you are faced with… [Read More]
Show #57 – Living a More Intentional Life
This week’s guest is Jennifer Miller. Jennifer is a career professional and health coach who helps her clients lead a more intentional life. Listen as Jennifer shares her story about how she “SHOWS UP” as an energetic and heart-centered leader, and what she is doing to grow her health coaching business to help people lead… [Read More]
Show #56 – Breaking Through Self-Limiting Beliefs
Join me as I welcome Judy Kane from Aligned Consciousness. Judy helps her clients break through their limiting self-beliefs by using a program called, PSYCH-K ©. Judy helps her clients face their limiting self-beliefs and create processes that help them lead more meaningful and productive lives. Today, Judy shares her story about how she helps… [Read More]
Show #55 – Bringing Closure to a Project
Projects end, but how do you end them professionally and energetically? In today’s episode, I’m sharing one key idea to bring closure to a project that will help you show up professionally and energetically. But, I am also ending this current version of my Facebook Live show. Listen to hear what’s next! For more information… [Read More]
Show #54 – Creating Your Next Advancement Opportunity
Job transitions can be difficult, but they are also important because they are the bridge between what we were doing and what we are going to do. But what happens at that moment is critical to creating your next advancement opportunity. In this week’s video, I share a story about a singer, Alison Jiear. I… [Read More]
Show #53 – Dealing with Imposter Syndrome
Comparing ourselves to others and believe that we are not good enough breaks down our self-image leaving us feel as if we are inadequate and ill-equipped to the job we are called to do. Look, people do the same job we do, but only we can do it as good as we can do it… [Read More]
Show #52 – Three Strategies to Impact Your Communication
As we foster and develop our business relationships, we need to be mindful that our communication matters. In this video, I share some thoughts on how to be more mindful about our verbal, non-verbal, and electronic communications to make a more significant impact with our colleagues, our leaders, and our customers. For more information about… [Read More]
Show #51 – Seven Ways to “Show Up” as a More Energetic Leader
As a Master Practitioner for the Energy Leadership Index Assessment, I help my clients gain new and productive insights into their overall leadership energy. You can learn more about Energy Leadership here. In today’s video, I’m sharing with you seven valuable tips to help you “Show Up” as a more energetic leader that will help you… [Read More]
BONUS – What is Your “Zone of Genius?”
Are you a “Generalist” or are you a “Specialist?” There are things we innately do. And whatever those skills are, we do them better than anyone else. We call this our “Zone of Genius.” In this short video, I share a few thoughts and ideas about what it’s like to live in our “Zone of… [Read More]
Show #50 – What is “Your Leadership Presence?”
Leadership is difficult, challenging, and rewarding. As leaders, we are charged with the most important task of “showing up” energetically and professionally each day. What is your “leadership presence” and how do you assess and manage that to be the best leader you can be. In today’s video, I’m sharing information about: How is Your… [Read More]
Show #49 – Why Setting Norms is Essential for Your Meetings
There is an art to creating norms for your meetings. It’s about setting clear expectations about how everyone is going to play during the meeting and most importantly, ensure that everyone will be productive, focused, and on task. In today’s video, I’m sharing eight norms that I use to facilitate my meetings and workshops. Download… [Read More]
Show #48 – Five Tips to Running a More Effective Meeting
In general, people don’t like going to meetings. And they especially don’t like going to meetings that are poorly run and lack information. In today’s video, I’m sharing five tips to help you run a more effective meeting: Respect Time (1:55) Set Norms (4:45) State Clear Objectives (8:30) Education – Inform – Support (13:42) Create… [Read More]
Show #47 – FOMO: What Are You Afraid of Missing?
FOMO is real, and we need to be aware of the things we are afraid of missing. And FOMO is present in the workplace, and when we experience it, we need to be aware of it and how FOMO impacts our decision-making process. In today’s video, we are talking about FOMO: Download my Free Offer… [Read More]
Show #46 – Ready. Set. AIM SMART Your Goals for 2019
Happy New Year! As we get excited and look forward to the year ahead, now is a great time to think about what you want to achieve and how you are going to do that. In this video, I’m sharing a proven technique I use with my one-on-one clients to help them create AIM SMART… [Read More]
Show #45 – Four Ways to Talk About Your Work During the Holidays
Someone is going to ask you how work is going and how you answer says a lot about how you are showing up professionally and energetically. In this video, I’m sharing four ways (plus a BONUS way) to discuss your work with family and friends. Free Workbook (1:45) Introduction (2:40) Being Grateful (3:40) How Are… [Read More]
Show #44 – Increasing Your Visibility
Some people don’t like attending work functions or the “Dreaded Holiday Party.” But this, like many other opportunities at work, is a chance for you to increase your visibility. Remember, it’s important to be “seen,” and in this week’s video, I share a few ideas about how to increase your visibility at work so you… [Read More]
Show #43 – When “Business Decisions” Come Home to Roost
If you have ever been laid off, terminated or coached out of a position, you experienced a “business decision.” I learned early on in my career about business decisions from a radio station contest. That event helped shape my perspective. I learned so much from that event, and I’m sharing what I learned with you… [Read More]
Show #42 – How to Stop Being Perfect in Your Career
We are taught early on that “perfect” is a good thing. But as we get older, we learn that “perfection” is merely unobtainable and trying to be it, causes us more stress and frustration. In this week’s Facebook Live, I’m sharing a few strategies and ideas to help you break free from being “perfect” and… [Read More]
How Do You Know It’s Time to Leave Your Job?
When that inner voice starts talking to you and lets you know you are feeling down or miserable about the work you are doing or where you work, it’s time to consider what your next advancement opportunity looks like. While I have left a few jobs during my career, this year is most significant because… [Read More]
Answering Your Questions
This week, I am answering your questions. Thank you to everyone who emailed me (john@johnneral.com) their questions before this week’s Facebook Live show. The questions addressed are: How do you overcome the fear of the job search? (1:33) How do you keep your skills in sync with today’s job market without feeling overwhelmed? (4:10) When… [Read More]
The Power of the Pivot
You may have heard people talk about “pivoting” in the workplace but in this episode, I’m sharing a few stories about why pivoting can be very powerful for us professionally and personally. In each situation, how you “show up” is crucial because you can choose to be the victim or the opportunist. Click on this… [Read More]
Behind the Mask
On this Halloween, I take a personal look at what has been behind my mask. Yes, there have been times in my career where I have worn the mask because it was there to protect me. But as I’ve matured, I learned that the mask was holding me back from being myself to “show up”… [Read More]
Put Your Oxygen Mask on First Before Helping Others
If you have ever flown, you have heard the flight attendant say during the safety announcement that in the event of a loss in cabin pressure, put your oxygen mask on first before helping others. In this week’s Facebook Live, I share three strategies to help you put yourself first before helping others. These are… [Read More]
How to Promote Yourself When You Don’t Get the Promotion
Ok. You didn’t get the promotion. But know that people are watching and how you “show up” professionally and energetically after this disappointment is key to your success. In this episode, I’m sharing a few strategies designed to help you embrace being disappointed and figure out what’s next for you and your career. Click on… [Read More]
Your Mess is Your Message
In this week’s Facebook Live, I’m getting very personal about a work-related story that I caused, and things got messy. However, after much reflection my mess has genuinely become my message and why I am so passionate about how we “show up” professionally and energetically. What’s your mess and how have you turned it into… [Read More]