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You landed the job — now what? Beyond Day One is the essential podcast for Leaders, Gen Z and early-career professionals ready to thrive in today's workplace. Hosted by David and the team behind Foundations for Success, we tackle the soft skills, workplace dynamics, and unspoken rules that can make or break your career success. From leadership to building professional relationships that matter, this show gives you the insider knowledge to go from new hire to standout performer. Whether you're navigating your first corporate job or looking to accelerate your career growth, join us for weekly episodes packed with real-world scenarios, expert insights, and actionable advice you can use immediately. 🎓 Ready to master workplace success? Enroll in our course "Foundations for Success presents Beyond Day One: Essential Skills for Professional Success" at https://foundations4success.thinkific.com/courses/workplace-etiquette.

Episodes

  1. FEB 4

    I Bombed My Job Interview: How Gen Z Can Recover and Land the Job Anyway

    Bombed an interview? You're not alone. We've all been there: that cringe-worthy interview moment that keeps you up at night. You know the one: where you rambled about nothing, froze on basic questions, or gave the world's most awkward first impression. This episode breaks down why interviews go wrong, how anxiety and lack of preparation lead to poor performance, and how to recover without losing confidence. We share real interview mistakes (yes, the painful details), lessons learned, and practical strategies to help Gen Z and early-career professionals show up prepared, confident, and clear in future interviews. You'll discover the exact framework top candidates use to turn weaknesses into compelling stories, the PAR system for answering tough questions, and why one of our hosts got hired despite bombing the first impression. Plus, learn when speaking up and being honest in an interview changes everything. Bad interviews can be a setback—or a turning point. This episode helps you make it the latter.

    15 min

  2. JAN 28

    Why Gen Z Struggles With Interview Anxiety (The Real Solution)

    Interview anxiety isn't a confidence problem—it's a preparation problem. And if you're Gen Z or early-career, the rules of interviewing have changed in ways no one told you about. In this episode of Beyond Day One, you'll discover why talented candidates struggle in interviews and the exact preparation framework that eliminates anxiety and gets offers. 🎯 WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: ✅ The "translation gap" between what interviewers expect and what Gen Z delivers ✅ Why bringing questions gives you control of the conversation ✅ The preparation strategy that turns anxiety into confidence ✅ How to avoid the "too bubbly" trap and other common mistakes ✅ Real frameworks for answering curveball questions 🔥 STOP WINGING YOUR INTERVIEWS. Most people show up hoping for the best. You're about to learn how to prepare like a pro. 📅 NEXT STEP: Join our FREE webinar series "From Anxiety to Offer: The Complete Interview Preparation System" 👉 Limited spots available: [LINK] Learn the exact system we teach in this episode. 💬 QUESTIONS? Drop them in the comments—we read and respond to every single one. ABOUT BEYOND DAY ONE: We help Gen Z and early-career professionals bridge the gap between education and workplace success. No fluff. No corporate speak. Just practical strategies that actually work. Hosted by David McIntyre, career development expert and Gen Z advocate, with co-hosts John Dzyuba (Gen Z professional) and Philip Rich. 🔗 CONNECT WITH US: 🔔 Like & Subscribe for weekly career insights 💼 LinkedIn (DM us your wins): www.linkedin.com/in/davidmcintyre27 📧 Got a career question? Email:info@foundations4success.com 🎙️ Listen on your favorite podcast platform 👥 WHO THIS IS FOR: ✔️ Gen Z professionals preparing for interviews ✔️ Early-career job seekers struggling with anxiety ✔️ Career changers re-entering the interview process ✔️ Managers/HR pros who interview Gen Z candidates ✔️ Parents/mentors helping Gen Z navigate careers

    15 min

  3. JAN 21

    You’re Not Broken - You’re Missing Clarity | Beyond Day One

    The year starts fast, the checklists look perfect, and then everything stalls. We’ve been there too—spinning our wheels, working hard, but not moving anywhere that matters. Today we unpack why so many capable people feel stuck and how to turn vague expectations into clear, repeatable wins, especially if you’re early in your career or managing someone who is. We begin with the real reason momentum fades: ambiguity. Busyness isn’t progress when priorities shift every week and goals live in fuzzy language. You’ll hear concrete examples of how “iterate on it” and “be more focused” drain energy and increase anxiety, and we’ll show a better path: clarity as a skill. We walk through simple, respectful scripts to ask for specifics, define what “done” looks like, and anchor success to observable outcomes. Rather than chasing motivation, we put structure around decisions—choose A or B, optimize for speed or polish, growth or retention—and watch execution accelerate. Gen Z listeners will find a playbook for reducing stress amid hiring headlines and shifting demands. Managers will get tactics to stabilize work: rank priorities, set boundaries, and create short feedback loops that catch drift early. Along the way, we reframe anxiety as a signal that points to missing information, not a personal flaw. When you treat clarity as a shared responsibility, you build security, trust, and forward motion for everyone on the team. Ready to move from overwhelm to traction? Press play, try the clarity questions we share with your next task or review, and tell us what changed. If this conversation helped, follow the show, leave a quick review, and share it with someone who needs a nudge toward momentum.

    15 min

  4. 12/17/2025

    Professionalism, Authenticity, and Reading the Room: How to Show Up Well at Work (Gen Z Edition)

    In today’s workplace, being yourself isn’t enough. You also have to know how and when to show up. In this episode of Beyond Day One, David, Phillip, Ryan, and Gen Z John wrap up their multi-week conversation on professionalism, authenticity, and reading the room. These aren’t separate skills. They’re connected, and together they shape how others experience you at work. You’ll learn: -Why professionalism is about impact, not image -How authenticity can cross into oversharing if you’re not careful -What “situational awareness” really means in workplace conversations -How the 10-Second Scan can help you read the room before you speak -Practical ways to recover when you miss the moment -Why seeking feedback is a career accelerator, not a weakness If you’re a Gen Z professional, an emerging leader, or someone who manages Gen Z talent, this episode will help you show up with confidence, discretion, and self-awareness. Timestamps  00:00 – Welcome and why professionalism, authenticity, and awareness belong together 01:40 – Situational awareness and reading the room at work 03:30 – Authenticity does not mean unfiltered 05:20 – Oversharing vs. professionalism 07:00 – When authenticity goes wrong (real-life example) 09:20 – The 10-Second Scan explained 10:40 – Know yourself: strengths, weaknesses, and self-awareness 12:10 – Pause before reacting and phrasing thoughts as questions 13:30 – Asking for feedback as a professional advantage 14:30 – Final takeaway and wrap-up Like & Subscribe!

    14 min

  5. 12/10/2025

    How to Stop Misreading the Room: The Skill That Can Make or Break Your Career

    Misreading the room is one of the fastest ways to damage your first impression, your personal brand, and the trust of the leaders around you. In this episode of Beyond Day One, David, Phillip, and Gen Z John break down what it really means to misread the room—and why it matters more than most young professionals realize.   You’ll learn the difference between situational awareness and emotional awareness, how tone mismatch creates awkward moments, and why leaders hesitate to trust someone who consistently gets the moment wrong. The team also shares practical tools like the 10-second scan, listening before speaking, reading body language, and asking clarifying questions.   Whether you're stepping into a new role or looking to strengthen your presence in the workplace, these insights will help you communicate more effectively and build a stronger professional reputation. Timestamps (14:51 runtime) 00:00 – Welcome + Episode Setup The team recaps last week and introduces the problem of misreading the room. 01:05 – Why Reading the Room Matters Phillip and John share reflections from last week’s discussion. 03:00 – Situational Awareness vs Emotional Awareness David breaks down the difference and why it matters for Gen Z. 04:20 – What Happens When You Misread the Room First impressions, awkward interactions, mismatched tone, and lost trust. 06:45 – Real-World Examples of Misreading the Room Noise, tone shifts, and mismatched communication. 09:05 – The Impact on Personal Brand How misreading the room affects your reputation and leadership opportunities. 10:15 – Practical Tools to Read the Room Better The 10-second scan: listen first, read body language. 12:40 – Clarifying Questions & Sensitivity to the Environment Phillip expands on entering conversations with maturity. 14:10 – Final Thoughts + Close Wrap-up and encouragement to practice these skills.

    15 min

  6. 12/03/2025

    Are You Reading the Room? The Workplace Skill Gen Z Needs to Learn

    In today’s episode of Beyond Day One, David, Philip, Ryan, and Gen Z John dig into one of the most misunderstood, yet essential, professional skills: reading the room. Are you reading the room, or are you just letting it all hang out? Authenticity matters, but understanding when, where, and how to show different parts of yourself is what separates thriving young professionals from those who unintentionally derail relationships at work. This episode explores: -Why reading the room is an overlooked skill in modern workplaces -How digital-first communication has weakened Gen Z’s situational awareness -Why “being your authentic self” needs professional boundaries -How social media’s oversharing culture creates workplace confusion -What leaders can do with empathy — and without lowering standards -Why eye contact, body language, and human connection still matter -How hybrid work helps (and hurts) communication skills -Why Gen Z must push past comfort zones and build real interpersonal confidence If you're a young professional looking to level up or a leader seeking to better serve and guide Gen Z talent, this episode offers a clear path forward. And if your organization is ready to strengthen workplace etiquette and soft-skills mastery, explore our course: Beyond Day One: Essential Skills for Workplace Success. - https://foundations4success.thinkific.com/courses/workplace-etiquette 🎧 Watch or listen on: ▶️ YouTube: https://youtu.be/yHUHS-dAOss 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5L7uh5VxTYJhzKYfQHbyxB 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-day-one/id1830033510 👍 Like this episode? Hit **Like + Subscribe** and tap the 🔔   💬 Got thoughts or topics? Drop them in the comments—we’d love to hear from you!

    15 min

  7. 11/26/2025

    Are You Being "Authentic" or Unprofessional? The Line Gen Z Must Master

    In today’s workplace, Gen-Z is talking about authenticity, but where’s the line between being real and being unprofessional? In this episode of our Professionalism Series, David, Philip, Ryan, and Gen Z John break down one of the biggest questions young professionals ask:   “How do I show up as my true self at work without hurting my reputation?”   In this episode, we unpack:  • What authenticity really means (hint: it’s not “saying whatever you feel”)  • How Gen Z can bring their whole selves to work without crossing professional boundaries  • Why honesty, self-awareness, and integrity are the pillars of workplace authenticity  • The need for "reading the room" and matching the culture without losing who you are  • Where authenticity becomes harmful (oversharing, venting, “keeping it real”)  • How your behavior shapes your personal brand and reputation  • The difference between “being real” and being responsible   If you’re trying to build credibility, earn respect, and show up confidently as a young professional, this episode is your starting point for doing it the right way.   ⏱️ Timestamps (Accurate for a 15-Minute Episode)  00:00 — Welcome back + What this episode is about  00:38 — Why authenticity matters at work  02:00 — Gen Z and “bringing your whole self to work”  03:05 — What authenticity is vs. what it is not  05:10 — When “keeping it real” goes wrong  06:40 — How to read the room (critical soft skill)  08:15 — Honesty, self-awareness, integrity: the roots of authenticity  09:45 — Avoiding oversharing and emotional dumping at work  11:10 — Authenticity vs. responsibility  12:35 — How authenticity shapes your reputation  14:05 — Final takeaway   🎧 Watch or listen on:  ▶️ YouTube 🎧 Spotify 🍎 Apple Podcasts

    14 min

  8. 11/19/2025

    Want to Win at Work? Master These 4 Professionalism Traits (Gen Z Needs This!) |Beyond Day One

    Professionalism isn’t mysterious — it’s measurable. In this episode of Beyond Day One, David, Phillip, Ryan, and John reveal the four traits that determine whether Gen Z professionals thrive or struggle in today’s workplace: reliability, communication, accountability, and attitude. Using our working definition of professionalism, “The consistent demonstration of competence, character, and composure… even when no one’s watching,” we break down how these traits impact trust, credibility, and long-term career growth. If you’re a young professional, new manager, or leader working with Gen Z, this conversation gives you the clarity, frameworks, and real-life examples needed to help yourself (or your team) win at professionalism every single day. ⏱️ Timestamps (for ~15-minute episode) 00:00 – Welcome + professionalism recap 01:05 – Why reliability is ‘currency’ at work 02:30 – Small tasks, big trust 03:45 – Consistency and being predictable (in a good way) 05:00 – Punctuality as a secret advantage 06:30 – When professionalism breaks down: communication 07:45 – Chat, email, or face-to-face? 09:10 – Accountability: owning your mistakes 10:30 – Attitude and composure under pressure 11:45 – The most professional way to admit you messed up 12:45 – Feedback and being coachable 13:45 – Final takeaways for Gen Z 14:30 – Outro #GenZAtWork, #GenZProfessionalism, #WorkplaceSuccess, #CareerSkills #SoftSkills, #EmergingLeaders, #WorkplaceEtiquette, #Accountability,  #CommunicationSkills, #LeadershipDevelopment, #YoungProfessionals #WorkplaceCulture, #CareerGrowth, #BeyondDayOne

    15 min
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You landed the job — now what? Beyond Day One is the essential podcast for Leaders, Gen Z and early-career professionals ready to thrive in today's workplace. Hosted by David and the team behind Foundations for Success, we tackle the soft skills, workplace dynamics, and unspoken rules that can make or break your career success. From leadership to building professional relationships that matter, this show gives you the insider knowledge to go from new hire to standout performer. Whether you're navigating your first corporate job or looking to accelerate your career growth, join us for weekly episodes packed with real-world scenarios, expert insights, and actionable advice you can use immediately. 🎓 Ready to master workplace success? Enroll in our course "Foundations for Success presents Beyond Day One: Essential Skills for Professional Success" at https://foundations4success.thinkific.com/courses/workplace-etiquette.

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  • Creator
    Foundations for Success
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    8
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Beyond Day One
  • Show Website
    Beyond Day One