Your Career, Your Way

Aziza Mustafa and Laura Criscione
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"Your Career Your Way," is a source of inspiration for millennial professional women in pursuit of community while navigating career fulfillment and personal leadership. Whether it's strategies for career alignment, learning effective leadership skills, or uncovering the power of authenticity at work, you will always leave with an actionable first-step. Through candid conversations and practical advice, YCYW empowers listeners to carve out their unique professional paths while nurturing their personal growth. Join Aziza and Laura to redefine what success looks like in the modern workplace!

  1. 9h ago

    Ep 36- Having a Fixed Mindset is Killing your Career: How to Build a Growth Mindset to Get Ahead & Find Success

    Have you ever caught yourself thinking, "I'm just not good at that," or "I'll never be able to do this"? These thoughts may be keeping you stuck more than you realize. In this episode, Laura and Aziza break down the difference between a fixed and growth mindset, how these patterns show up in your career and everyday life, and practical ways to start shifting your thinking so you can create more opportunities for yourself. In this episode, we cover:  What a fixed mindset vs. a growth mindset actually is Common thoughts that signal you're operating from a fixed mindset Real-life examples of how a fixed mindset affects promotions, learning new skills, and career growth Simple strategies to begin developing a growth mindset Reflection questions to help you identify where your mindset may be holding you back You’ll walk away with tools to recognize and challenge those limiting beliefs and actionable reflection prompts you can implement this week! Join our Career Community!   Join our WhatsApp Women’s Community for career tips, workshops, co-working calls & more: https://chat.whatsapp.com/KFtDL9Nvnus5OR4RZP7QGf  Follow us on IG: @_yourcareeryourway  Follow us on TT: @yourcareeryourwaypod  Hate your job but don’t know what to do next?: www.coachingwithlaurac.com/work-with-me  Want to be a better manager/leader?: https://www.beacons.ai/choiceleadership

    22 min

  2. Jun 24

    Ep #35 - Linear vs. Portfolio Careers: Advancing Your Career as a Generalist

    In a world that celebrates the linear career - specializing in one thing and sticking to it, this one is for careerist who genuinely thrives across multiple interests, roles, and skill sets. Hello, generalists! In this conversation, Aziza and Laura reframe what it means to be a generalist and why your ability to span disciplines, adapt quickly, and connect dots across industries is one of the best strategies (if you know how to position yourself and your skills right). Being multi-passionate isn't about doing everything, being everything, or having it all figured out at once. It's about getting clear on what success and fulfillment actually look like for you — not the version we've been taught to want. In this episode, we cover: Why the generalist path gets underestimated (and what you can do to promote your skills)How non-linear and portfolio careers are the future of workWhat it looks like to define your own version of a successful careerWhether you're a generalist, pursuing a portfolio career, or need some inspiration before you pivot a long-time job, this one is for you! As always, join and connect with us:Instagram: @_yourcareeryourway WhatsApp: https://chat.whatsapp.com/KFtDL9Nvnus5OR4RZP7QGf Ready for a career change?: https://www.coachingwithlaurac.com/work-with-me  Want to be a better manager/leader?: https://website.beacons.ai/choiceleadership

    16 min

  3. Jun 17

    Ep 34- What Drives You, Really? Introducing Yourself Without Labels

    In this episode, we sit with a question that sounds simple but cuts surprisingly deep: If you had to introduce yourself without your job, your ethnicity, your hobbies, or your location- what would you say? Your hosts go one layer deeper, past the labels and into the why behind them, into what really drives us. Whether you're someone who's always had a clear sense of self or someone who's never been asked to think this way, this episode will leave you thinking about yourself in a new way. This exercise is harder than it sounds, but if you try it out yourself, reach out to us to let us know your new intro! & as always, join our WhatsApp Community! (Career tips, workshops & more):  Follow us on IG: @_yourcareeryourway  Follow us on TT: @yourcareeryourwaypod Ready for a career change?: https://www.coachingwithlaurac.com/work-with-me  Want to be a better manager/leader?: https://www.beacons.ai/choiceleadership

    16 min

  4. 09/03/2025

    Ep 33- The Time Management Myth in your Job Search: Your Career Questions Answered Part 1

    In this first Career Q&A session, Laura and Aziza discuss various aspects of career development, including professional growth without company support, improving your career prospects, and the best decisions they made in their personal careers. They dive into how to create motivation while working soul-sucking jobs, navigating promotion setbacks, and effective time management when it comes to job hunting, which is not what you think! Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Q&A Session 01:01 Professional Development Without Company Support 04:24 Improving Career Prospects 08:16 Best Career Decisions and Lessons Learned 13:56 Creating Motivation in a Job You Dislike 18:53 Navigating Promotion Setbacks 23:29 Time Management for Job Applications Ready for a career change?: https://www.coachingwithlaurac.com/work-with-me  Want to be a better manager/leader?: https://website.beacons.ai/choiceleadership  Come hang out! Follow us on IG: @_yourcareeryourway  Follow us on TT: @yourcareeryourwaypod Join our Linkedin group! (Career tips, workshops & more): https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13145203/

    32 min

  5. 08/26/2025

    Ep 32- Navigating Your Career Journey & Motherhood: Finding the Right Balance With Amira Amireh

    Laura and Aziza welcome Amira Amireh- a corporate recruiter, mommy of two, and co-host of the Dear Sabaya podcast. Amira takes us through her journey to finding career happiness while balancing motherhood, while emphasizing the importance of pursuing hobbies and interests outside of motherhood. Amira shares her experiences in the recruiting industry, the importance of mental health, and the challenges of childcare for working parents. They discuss the need for supportive work environments, the impact of current events on personal lives, and the significance of building community as a working parent. Check out Amira's Podcast Home Decor page: @homeandolives @dearsabaya Ready for a career change?: https://www.coachingwithlaurac.com/work-with-me  Want to be a better manager/leader?: https://website.beacons.ai/choiceleadership  Let's Be Friends! Follow us on IG: @_yourcareeryourway  Follow us on TT: @yourcareeryourwaypod

    1 hr
  6. Ep 31- Kickin' it Back with Ziz: Six Months Post-Corporate

    08/19/2025

    Ep 31- Kickin' it Back with Ziz: Six Months Post-Corporate

    In this solo episode, Aziza reflects on her journey since leaving her full-time job six months ago. She shares the journey so far into coaching, the value of intentional living, and the importance of picking up new hobbies (hello, figure skating)! She emphasizes the lessons learned during her career break and the significance of self-discovery and productivity in her new path. 01:55 Life After Virgin Voyages: A New Journey 04:42 Intentional Living: Habits and Hobbies 10:40 The Importance of Intentional Choices 16:15 Career Break: Lessons Learned and Future Goals 21:27 Financial Literacy and Intentional Spending 25:18 Navigating Content Creation and Social Responsibility 31:16 Conclusion: Embracing Change and Future Aspirations Link to the Financial Dashboard from BYB: https://breakyourbudget.com/personal-finance-dashboard Explore the ELI Assessment / Coaching Opportunities with Aziza: https://calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0/appointments/schedules/AcZssZ1E685OeDhxM17gDthkk1mYDvLRtRMJrH7YwnYMQ10__wgoIW36QhMJs5yxU6SsCvAfTpC11sun

    39 min

  7. 08/06/2025

    Ep 30- Meal Prep, Movement & the 9–5 Grind: Make Wellness Work For You with Marybeth Monaco-Vavrik

    In this episode, Aziza and Laura invite their first guest on the podcast, Marybeth Monaco-Vavrik! From graduating with a degree in political science, to working full-time in consulting (while being a fitness instructor and content creator part-time) MaryBeth shares with us her story and discusses how she balanced a corporate job and personal health prior to leaving her consulting job to pursue fitness and content full time. With a 9 to 5 or any kind of full-time work, it can be difficult to create consistency and balance between work, fitness, and eating well. Marybeth emphasizes the significance of meal prep, nutrition, sheds light into the intersection of fitness with political and social factors while sharing tips and tricks to creating sustainable habits for long-term effects. Chapters 01:00 Balancing Health and Work Life 14:20 Building Sustainable Habits 17:11 Understanding Personal Limits 20:04 The Power of Small Changes 22:10 Meal Prep and Nutrition Tips 27:11 The Journey of Meal Prepping 32:03 Politics and Fitness: A Complex Relationship 37:57 Understanding Fitness Trends and Marketing 43:13 Final Thoughts and Advice for Listeners Join Marybeth’s Newsletter: https://mb-mv.kit.com/e9b581d548  Follow MaryBeth on IG: https://www.instagram.com/mb.mv/ Ready for a career change?: https://www.coachingwithlaurac.com/work-with-me  Want to be a better manager/leader?: https://website.beacons.ai/choiceleadership  Let's Be Friends! Follow us on IG: @_yourcareeryourway  Follow us on TT: @yourcareeryourwaypodCome hang out on Linkedin! (Career tips, workshops, & free resources): https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13145203/

    47 min

  8. 07/29/2025

    Ep 29- 5 Simple Ways to Boost Your Happiness: Proven Hacks from Yale University

    In this episode, Laura shares five easy ways to create more happiness in your life, drawing from insights from a Yale University course on well-being. She emphasizes the importance of understanding and incorporating your personal strengths, savoring your experiences in everyday life, practicing gratitude, doing random acts of kindness, and more. This quick listen will inspire you to incorporate these easy (and psychologically proven) hacks and create more joy in your life and work.    Chapters 00:00 Intro to Happiness 01:22 Understanding your Strengths 04:29 The Power of Savoring Experiences 07:41 Practicing Gratitude 09:09 Random Acts of Kindness 12:39 The Importance of Social Connections How Laura can help you be happy in your career: https://www.coachingwithlaurac.com/work-with-me  How Aziza can help you as a manager and leader: https://website.beacons.ai/choiceleadership  Let's Be Friends! Follow us on IG: @_yourcareeryourway  Follow us on TT: @yourcareeryourwaypod Come hang out with us on Linkedin! (Free career tips, workshops, resources & more!): https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13145203/  Keywords happiness, well-being, strengths, savoring, gratitude, kindness, social connections, positive psychology, mindfulness, personal development

    16 min
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"Your Career Your Way," is a source of inspiration for millennial professional women in pursuit of community while navigating career fulfillment and personal leadership. Whether it's strategies for career alignment, learning effective leadership skills, or uncovering the power of authenticity at work, you will always leave with an actionable first-step. Through candid conversations and practical advice, YCYW empowers listeners to carve out their unique professional paths while nurturing their personal growth. Join Aziza and Laura to redefine what success looks like in the modern workplace!

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  • Creator
    Aziza Mustafa and Laura Criscione
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    36
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Aziza Mustafa and Laura Criscione
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    Your Career, Your Way