Your Career, Your Terms

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The career advice nobody gave you. Every episode, host Alex delivers specific, tactical guidance on salary negotiation, getting promoted, handling workplace politics, switching careers, and building a professional life that actually works for you. No motivational fluff — just honest, practical strategy from someone who tells it like it is.

  1. 10h ago

    Dream Job, Disappointing Offer

    You'll discover practical strategies for evaluating whether a step backward at your dream company could actually be a step forward for your long-term career growth. 📚 Career development audiobooks (Audible free trial): https://www.amazon.com/s?k=career+development+audiobooks&i=audible&linkCode=ll2&tag=moneymadesi02-20&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl 🎓 Career courses on Teachable: https://partnerstack.teachable.com/84od054msdpo ⚠️ For general guidance only — consult HR or an employment attorney

    13 min

  2. 1d ago

    Are You Really Underpaid

    You'll discover how to benchmark your salary against market rates and learn actionable steps to negotiate for what you're actually worth. 📚 Career development audiobooks (Audible free trial): https://www.amazon.com/s?k=career+development+audiobooks&i=audible&linkCode=ll2&tag=moneymadesi02-20&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl 🎓 Career courses on Teachable: https://partnerstack.teachable.com/84od054msdpo ⚠️ For general guidance only — consult HR or an employment attorney for your specific situatio

    16 min

  3. 2d ago

    Promoted Too Fast? Here's Your Exit

    You'll discover the warning signs that you're in over your head and learn practical strategies to realign your role with your actual capabilities before it's too late. 📚 Career development audiobooks (Audible free trial): https://www.amazon.com/s?k=career+development+audiobooks&i=audible&linkCode=ll2&tag=moneymadesi02-20&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl 🎓 Career courses on Teachable: https://partnerstack.teachable.com/84od054msdpo ⚠️ For general guidance only — consult HR or an employment attor

    16 min

  4. 3d ago

    From Coder to Leader Without Losing Edge

    You'll discover the exact moves that let you step into management while keeping the technical respect you've spent years building, plus how to avoid the common trap of trying to prove you're still "one of the engineers" by micromanaging code reviews. We'll walk through real strategies for delegating without losing touch, staying credible in technical discussions, and finding the confidence to lead people who might've been your peers just weeks ago. Whether you're nervous about losing your identi

    13 min

  5. 4d ago

    Escape the Golden Handcuffs Trap

    You'll discover the warning signs that you're caught in the golden handcuffs trap—where the salary and benefits feel too good to leave even though you're unfulfilled and stagnant—and learn practical strategies to break free without sabotaging your financial security. We'll walk through real scenarios of people who've successfully escaped this career prison, plus a framework for evaluating whether staying or leaving makes sense for your unique situation. By the end of this episode, you'll know ex

    16 min

  6. 5d ago

    When Your Promotion Doesn't Happen

    We've all been there—you thought that promotion was yours, and suddenly someone else got the nod. In this episode, we're breaking down how to process the disappointment, assess what actually happened, and chart a path forward that's even better than your original plan. Whether you stay and prove your value or decide it's time to move on, we'll help you turn this setback into a genuine comeback. 📚 Career development audiobooks (Audible free trial): https://www.amazon.com/s?k=career+development+a

    15 min

  7. 6d ago

    Lateral Moves Without Taking a Pay Cut

    # Podcast Episode Description Thinking about making a lateral move but worried you'll tank your salary? You're not alone, and there's a strategic way to handle it. In this episode, we're breaking down the real career advice you need when a sideways shift seems right for your growth—but your bank account says otherwise. Whether you're seeking better work-life balance, skill development, or a healthier team dynamic, a lateral move doesn't have to mean taking a pay cut. You'll learn exactly how

    14 min

  8. May 30

    Breaking Free From Golden Handcuffs

    Is your comfortable paycheck actually keeping you from your dream career? Many high earners find themselves trapped in jobs that pay well but leave them unfulfilled. It's called the golden handcuffs trap, and it's more common than you think. In this episode, we're breaking down exactly how to recognize when a good salary has become a golden cage—and more importantly, how to escape it without sabotaging your financial security. You'll discover the three warning signs that you're caught in this

    14 min
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The career advice nobody gave you. Every episode, host Alex delivers specific, tactical guidance on salary negotiation, getting promoted, handling workplace politics, switching careers, and building a professional life that actually works for you. No motivational fluff — just honest, practical strategy from someone who tells it like it is.

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