Career Speakeasy Kelli Nottingham

Companies laying off employees is anything but rare nowadays. But that doesn't make it any easier to deal with if you're at risk of losing your job or just found out you're now unemployed.In our last episode we discussed practical steps you can take to manage the logistics of getting laid off. In this episode, we're discussing the wide variety of emotions that happen when you're dealing with job loss. Let's learn some ways to cope with the loss of identity, confidence,...

The news today says that yet another company has announced layoffs.Layoffs have become such a standard operating practice for companies nowadays that there's corporate-speak to talk about them: RIFs (Reductions In Force), Rightsizing (yeesh), Corporate Outplacing (wow). But calling it something different doesn't make it any easier to deal with if you're at risk of losing your job.However, there are practical steps you can take to manage the changes that happen if you're losing your job ...

No, that's not hyperbole. Stress really is trying to murder you. This episode is all about stress: what it is, how it affects our brains and bodies. But it's not all doom and gloom, because yes, beloved listeners, we also brainstorm some ways to reduce your stress. Show that murdering jerk who's boss! By relaxing. And other stuff.Want to share something that's worked for you? Let me know! Email me at careerspeakeasy@gmail.comDo your goals includ...

If you're anything like me, by mid-February you've already fallen off the wagon with some (or all!) of your new goals or New Year's Resolutions. It happens. But instead of beating ourselves up for not being as disciplined as we should, let's consider a new way of looking at goal achievement - Goal Subtraction. What's that? Giving up on my goals? But how would I achieve anything? Oh my lovelies, take a listen and find out!Like this idea? Want to share someth...

I'm so grateful for you! And to say thanks for listening, here's a quick episode sharing some inspiring quotes about gratitude.Subscribe to our mailing list at kellinottingham.comFollow the podcast on Instagram @careerspeakeasyWe also have a Youtube channel with more content! If you want to grow your professional skills, either 1:1 or through workshops at your company or organization, let's chat! For a 30-minute complimentary consultation, email me at kelli.nottingham@gmail....

In Part 2 of our first Career Speakeasy Chat, I talk with Kristin Chesnutt, a friend, former colleague, instructional designer, and book lover about the challenges of finding our value outside of our work/title, the importance of appreciating work no matter the "corporate ladder" level, and some books she recommends (along with a lot of other great insights!) Prefer to watch us talking to each other? Check out the video here: https://youtu.be/vzTLjl4GvJAKristin's recommended books...