Chasing Waves

Joanna Wong
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I’m Joanna, former Meta and Spotify exec. Chasing Waves is where your boldest career dreams meet actionable next steps. Whether you’re aiming for a leadership role, pivoting your career, or finally starting that side hustle, this is your guide to making bold moves with confidence. I’ve spent my career chasing big waves from NYC to Europe and Asia, and now I’m sharing the honest, hard-won lessons from my journey and those of global CEOs, celebrities, and experts. We’re here to focus on what really matters: Silencing your inner critic and taking that scary first step.Mastering executive presence to get the seat at the table you deserve.Global perspectives on career changes and leadership. Real stories, real advice. Let’s go chase that wave. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

  1. 10 MAR

    4. Stop Reacting, Start Leading: How to Handle 'Difficult' People at Work

    You know that colleague who makes every conversation feel complicated? The one who changes their mind constantly, or the stakeholder who drops last-minute requests that derail your entire week? In this episode, I'll show you how real influence can turn those "impossible" moments into wins—without authority, positional power, or compromising your sanity. In just 15 minutes, you'll learn: - Why most "difficult" people aren't actually difficult (and how that insight alone can lower resistance instantly) - How to build real influence even when you don't have authority, a big title, or final say - The 3 most common work personalities that drain the most energy, along with exact lines you can use to set boundaries - The tiny pause between what happens and how you respond is where your real power lives I break down the psychology behind "difficult" behavior and give you word-for-word scripts you can start using today. From the “Change Request Champion” to the “Last Minute Requester”, you'll learn how to navigate these personalities with confidence.  DOWNLOAD THE FULL CHEAT SHEET AND REFLECTION GUIDE HERE (including bonus personalities like the Vague Visionary and Radio Silent Stakeholder) Loved this episode? You can buy me a coffee ☕️ It’s a small way to show your support and means more than you know. buymeacoffee.com/chasingwaves  Connect with me: • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joannawong-chasingwaves/  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chasingwaveswithjo/ Enjoyed the show? Hit "Follow" and leave a review to help others find us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    18 min

  2. 23 FEB

    3. Build Your Personal Brand at Work: Get the Recognition and Promotion You Deserve

    Struggling to get promoted or recognized for your work? Your performance might not be the problem. Your visibility is. Most high-performers think hard work speaks for itself. But the truth? Promotions and recognition go to people whose impact is understood, remembered, and advocated for. Research shows 71% of high-potential employees attribute their promotions to being noticed by senior leaders—not just performing well. In just 15 minutes, you'll learn: • The Personal Brand Sweet Spot: How to find the intersection between what you're great at and what leadership actually needs right now • The 3 Harmful Myths: Why "my work will speak for itself" and other beliefs are keeping high performers stuck and invisible • Strategic Visibility Tactics: Practical ways to increase recognition without doing more work—the dos and don'ts that actually move the needle • The Psychology of Promotions: Why certain names come up when leaders are handing out promotions, high-visibility projects, and opportunities. Stop working harder. Start working smarter with strategic visibility. [DOWNLOAD THE FREE EPISODE GUIDE HERE]  packed with an episode recap along with the reflection & action guide to help you catch the wave. Loved this episode? You can buy me a coffee ☕️ It’s a small way to show your support and means more than you know. buymeacoffee.com/chasingwaves  Connect with me: • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joannawong-chasingwaves/  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chasingwaveswithjo/ Enjoyed the show? Hit "Follow" and leave a review to help others find us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    16 min

  3. 23 FEB

    2. Networking for People Who Hate Networking

    If the word "networking" makes you cringe, you're not alone—but you can't ignore it. I know it feels awkward, transactional, and maybe even fake. But here's why it matters: 85% of jobs are filled through networking, not because those people are more qualified, but because they're more connected. In this episode, I'm sharing how I landed seven of my eight jobs through my network—and more importantly, how you can do the same without feeling salesy or uncomfortable. In just 15 minutes, you’ll learn: • How to overcome the 3 most common networking dreads that keep high performers stuck • Why your next big break might come from someone completely outside your industry • The exact conversation starters and follow-up scripts that get responses without sounding desperate • How to turn every meaningful conversation into 1-2 more connections • The biggest mistakes that make networking fail (and how to avoid them) [DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET & CHEAT SHEET HERE]  Loved this episode? You can buy me a coffee ☕️ It’s a small way to show your support and means more than you know. buymeacoffee.com/chasingwaves Connect with me: - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joannawong-chasingwaves/  - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chasingwaveswithjo/  Enjoyed the show? Hit "Follow" and leave a review to help others find us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    14 min

  4. 23 FEB

    1. Unstoppable Career Moves: Overcome Fear & Take Action

    Is the version of you that’s braver and bolder, that is just a few decisions away?  Whether you’re eyeing a career pivot, a move abroad, or a leadership leap, the biggest barrier isn't a lack of talent, it’s the "panic" that mimics productivity. In this debut episode, I’m sharing the exact framework I used to move from New York City to Germany and eventually to Asia (where I became a marketing exec for Meta and Spotify). I’ve spent my life chasing big waves, and now I want to help you chase yours. In under 15 minutes, you’ll walk away with strategies to: • How to stop fear from making the final call. • The “Agility Rule of Three” that saved my career.  • The networking mindset that opens doors you didn’t even know existed.  Stop waiting for the "right time" and start building a plan that’s stronger than your panic. [DOWNLOAD THE EPISODE WORKSHEET & CHEAT SHEET HERE] Loved this episode? You can buy me a coffee ☕️ It’s a small way to show your support and means more than you know. buymeacoffee.com/chasingwaves  Connect with me:  • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joannawong-chasingwaves/  • Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/chasingwaveswithjo/  Enjoyed the show? Hit "Follow" and leave a review to help others find us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    15 min
  5. Chasing Waves Podcast Trailer

    23 FEB

    Chasing Waves Podcast Trailer

    This is where your boldest dreams meet actionable next steps – Chasing Waves helps you to manage career changes from multi-cultural perspectives, and gives you the advice you didn’t even know you needed. It's all about real people, real stories, real advice. I’ll be sharing my point of view alongside CEOs, celebrities and experts from all over the world, about the bold moves and honest hard-won lessons behind their success.  This podcast is the guide to silence your inner critic, master executive presence, and accelerate your career. Let's go chase that wave. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 min

Trailer

About

I’m Joanna, former Meta and Spotify exec. Chasing Waves is where your boldest career dreams meet actionable next steps. Whether you’re aiming for a leadership role, pivoting your career, or finally starting that side hustle, this is your guide to making bold moves with confidence. I’ve spent my career chasing big waves from NYC to Europe and Asia, and now I’m sharing the honest, hard-won lessons from my journey and those of global CEOs, celebrities, and experts. We’re here to focus on what really matters: Silencing your inner critic and taking that scary first step.Mastering executive presence to get the seat at the table you deserve.Global perspectives on career changes and leadership. Real stories, real advice. Let’s go chase that wave. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Joanna Wong
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Joanna Wong
  • Show Website
    Chasing Waves

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