Day Day Up with Mr Jonathan

Mr Jonathan
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You don't have to grow your career in the Western workplace by yourself. Day Day Up is the go-to podcast for ambitious Chinese professionals building global careers. Each week, host Jonathan Li; a Chinese-Canadian director turned career coach, shares practical stories and step-by-step strategies on communication, confidence, and career growth in Western companies. Learn how to: Speak confidently in meetings and interviewsBuild influence with your manager and coworkersNavigate cultural differences at workGrow faster, perform better, and feel more confident Whether you’re a Chinese immigrant, international student, or bilingual professional, Day Day Up helps you thrive abroad: day by day, step by step.

  1. 3D AGO

    Influence at work is about focus, not force

    Most people spend a big chunk of their careers trying to be heard. If that’s your frustration, at some point you’ve probably come across the words “Influence without authority”. And you probably thought, “That sounds useful. I want that.” But you struggle to actually get influence, because of one problem. Everyone talks about influence. Yet, few explain what it actually costs. In this podcast, we discuss what true influence without authority costs, and how you can achieve it consistently in the Western workplace. —Links— Career Coaching: https://www.mrjonathanoffice.com/career-coaching Job Search Coaching: https://www.mrjonathanoffice.com/job-search-coaching Read my letters: https://mrjonathanoffice.substack.com/ —Socials— Xiaohongshu: https://www.xiaohongshu.com/user/profile/5fc40fdf000000000100a66b Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanrhyzli/ —Like and Review— If you enjoyed this episode, the greatest compliment you could give me is to like and review this podcast. Let’s support free career podcasts for Chinese professionals on the internet.

    9 min

  2. FEB 4

    Conflict at work: you have to choose your fighting style.

    Workplace conflict is unavoidable in leadership, management, and career growth, but avoiding it comes at a cost. This episode breaks down fight vs flight vs freeze, real feedback conversations, and how strong communication builds trust at work.  —Links— Career Coaching: https://www.mrjonathanoffice.com/career-coaching Job Search Coaching: https://www.mrjonathanoffice.com/job-search-coaching Read my letters: https://mrjonathanoffice.substack.com/ —Socials— Xiaohongshu: https://www.xiaohongshu.com/user/profile/5fc40fdf000000000100a66b Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanrhyzli/ —Like and Review— If you enjoyed this episode, the greatest compliment you could give me is to like and review this podcast. Let’s support free career podcasts for Chinese professionals on the internet.

    10 min

  3. JAN 28

    When managing up makes things worse

    Most “manage up” advice fails because it assumes your boss is rational.  In this episode, we unpack what to do when power isn’t logical, and how to protect your career anyway. Learn what to do when managing up doesn't work, and how to navigate power without burning out. —Links— Career Coaching: https://www.mrjonathanoffice.com/career-coaching Job Search Coaching: https://www.mrjonathanoffice.com/job-search-coaching Read my letters: https://mrjonathanoffice.substack.com/ —Socials— Xiaohongshu: https://www.xiaohongshu.com/user/profile/5fc40fdf000000000100a66b Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanrhyzli/ —Like and Review— If you enjoyed this episode, the greatest compliment you could give me is to like and review this podcast. Let’s support free career podcasts for Chinese professionals on the internet.

    12 min

  4. JAN 21

    How to Keep Up in Work Meetings (Even When You Feel Behind).

    What if “keeping up” in work meetings as an ESL speaker isn’t about speaking faster or sounding smarter? In this episode we discuss how ESL professionals can lead by slowing things down and bringing clarity, not by out-talking everyone. —Links— Career Coaching: https://www.mrjonathanoffice.com/career-coaching Job Search Coaching: https://www.mrjonathanoffice.com/job-search-coaching Read my letters: https://mrjonathanoffice.substack.com/ —Socials— Xiaohongshu: https://www.xiaohongshu.com/user/profile/5fc40fdf000000000100a66b Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanrhyzli/ —Like and Review— If you enjoyed this episode, the greatest compliment you could give me is to like and review this podcast. Let’s support free career podcasts for Chinese professionals on the internet.

    10 min

  5. JAN 14

    3 career lessons to change your life in 2026

    Many Chinese professionals are great at waiting patiently. But what if waiting is the reason life feels stuck? This episode shares 3 hard truths about action, confidence, and beliefs that can change your life right now.  —Links— Career Coaching: https://www.mrjonathanoffice.com/career-coaching Job Search Coaching: https://www.mrjonathanoffice.com/job-search-coaching Read my letters: https://mrjonathanoffice.substack.com/ —Socials— Xiaohongshu: https://www.xiaohongshu.com/user/profile/5fc40fdf000000000100a66b Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanrhyzli/ —Like and Review— If you enjoyed this episode, the greatest compliment you could give me is to like and review this podcast. Let’s support free career podcasts for Chinese professionals on the internet.

    11 min

  6. 12/17/2025

    3 Micro-Habits That Make People See You as a Leader at Work

    You don’t need a title to lead. In this episode, I break down 3 micro-habits that make people treat you like a leader, before the promotion ever comes.  —Links— Career Coaching: https://www.mrjonathanoffice.com/career-coaching Job Search Coaching: https://www.mrjonathanoffice.com/job-search-coaching Read my letters: https://mrjonathanoffice.substack.com/ —Socials— Xiaohongshu: https://www.xiaohongshu.com/user/profile/5fc40fdf000000000100a66b Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanrhyzli/ —Like and Review— If you enjoyed this episode, the greatest compliment you could give me is to like and review this podcast. Let’s support free career podcasts for Chinese professionals on the internet.

    13 min

  7. 12/10/2025

    How to be a social butterfly at your office holiday party

    You don’t need to be more interesting. You need to be more interested. In this episode, I break down the therapist-style conversation techniques that turn awkward office parties into real connection, so you can bring out your inner social butterfly. —Links— Career Coaching: https://www.mrjonathanoffice.com/career-coaching Job Search Coaching: https://www.mrjonathanoffice.com/job-search-coaching Read my letters: https://mrjonathanoffice.substack.com/ —Socials— Xiaohongshu: https://www.xiaohongshu.com/user/profile/5fc40fdf000000000100a66b Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanrhyzli/ —Like and Review— If you enjoyed this episode, the greatest compliment you could give me is to like and review this podcast. Let’s support free career podcasts for Chinese professionals on the internet.

    12 min

  8. 12/03/2025

    How to build unforgettable presentations at work

    Discover why your presentations aren’t getting the recognition you deserve, and the simple GPS framework that instantly changes how leaders see you. If you want promotions, visibility, and confidence in Western workplaces, this episode is your shortcut. —Links— Career Coaching: https://www.mrjonathanoffice.com/career-coaching Job Search Coaching: https://www.mrjonathanoffice.com/job-search-coaching Read my letters: https://mrjonathanoffice.substack.com/ —Socials— Xiaohongshu: https://www.xiaohongshu.com/user/profile/5fc40fdf000000000100a66b Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanrhyzli/ —Like and Review— If you enjoyed this episode, the greatest compliment you could give me is to like and review this podcast. Let’s support free career podcasts for Chinese professionals on the internet.

    15 min
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You don't have to grow your career in the Western workplace by yourself. Day Day Up is the go-to podcast for ambitious Chinese professionals building global careers. Each week, host Jonathan Li; a Chinese-Canadian director turned career coach, shares practical stories and step-by-step strategies on communication, confidence, and career growth in Western companies. Learn how to: Speak confidently in meetings and interviewsBuild influence with your manager and coworkersNavigate cultural differences at workGrow faster, perform better, and feel more confident Whether you’re a Chinese immigrant, international student, or bilingual professional, Day Day Up helps you thrive abroad: day by day, step by step.

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  • Creator
    Mr Jonathan
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Day Day Up with Mr Jonathan
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