Career View Mirror®

Joyel Crawford
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On Career View Mirror®, host Joyel Crawford shares the tools to help you advocate for your strengths, discover your passions, and learn from folks who transformed their own careers for the better. Joyel is a consultant, author, singer, and CEO of Crawford Leadership Strategies.

  1. Jun 12

    Empowering Women to Thrive in Their Careers While Navigating Menopause with Deon Hall-Garriques

    What happens when high-performing women begin experiencing brain fog, exhaustion, hot flashes, mood shifts, and burnout — but don’t realize menopause may be playing a role? In this powerful episode of Career View Mirror®, Joyel Crawford sits down with health, wellness, and menopause coach Deon Hall-Garriques for an honest conversation about menopause in the workplace and why so many women are silently struggling while trying to maintain their careers, leadership presence, and personal lives. Deon shares how her own personal journey inspired her mission to educate and empower women through every phase of menopause — from perimenopause to post-menopause — while helping workplaces better understand the impact hormonal changes can have on performance, confidence, energy, sleep, and overall well-being. Together, Joyel and Deon discuss: Why menopause is still treated as a taboo topic in many workplaces How brain fog, fatigue, insomnia, and hormonal shifts can affect leadership and career performance The connection between stress, burnout, and menopause symptoms Why some women leave jobs or question their abilities during this transition Practical wellness strategies to support women professionally and personally The importance of movement, strength training, sleep hygiene, nutrition, and self-advocacy What employers and HR leaders can do to better support women in the workplace Why thriving during menopause is absolutely possible This conversation is filled with practical advice, honesty, humor, and reassurance for women navigating one of the most misunderstood transitions of life and leadership. Connect with Deon Hall-Garriques 🌐 Balance Beyond 40📱 Instagram: @balancebeyond40📘 Facebook: Balance Beyond 40💼 LinkedIn: Deon Hall-Garriques About Career View Mirror® Hosted by Joyel Crawford, Career View Mirror® reflects on the moments, challenges, and career journeys that shape who we become professionally and personally. If this episode resonated with you: Subscribe to Career View Mirror® Share this episode with someone who needs it Leave a review to help more listeners discover the show Because your career journey deserves care, compassion, and support at every stage of life.

    39 min

  2. May 29

    Why Smart Leaders Still Fail at Communication (And How to Fix It)

    In this episode of Career View Mirror®, Joyel Crawford sits down with Karl Hebenstreit, author, leadership expert, and Enneagram practitioner, to explore how the Enneagram can be used as more than a personality tool. Karl explains how understanding motivation, communication styles, and “lenses” can help leaders create clearer expectations, stronger relationships, and healthier workplaces. Karl shares insights from his books The How and Why: Taking Care of Business with the Enneagram, Explicit Expectations, and Nina and the Really, Really Tough Decision, while also previewing his upcoming project, Fully Functional As You Are. Together, Joyel and Karl discuss why the Golden Rule may not be enough at work, how leaders can move toward the “Platinum Rule,” and why setting explicit expectations can prevent confusion, burnout, and misalignment. Karl also walks Joyel through her Enneagram results and offers a powerful reminder about boundaries, creativity, and using all the tools in our personal “Swiss Army knife.” In this episode, we discuss: Why the Enneagram is about motivation, not just personality How leaders can better understand what drives their teams The danger of assuming everyone sees work through the same lens Why clear expectations are essential for effective management How decision-making improves when we consider multiple perspectives The connection between boundaries, burnout, and leadership Why your network really is your net worth Karl’s upcoming book, Fully Functional As You Are Memorable Moments: “Treating people the way you want to be treated only works if everyone is the same.” “Change can make people feel like they are less than—but it’s really about accessing the gifts you already have.” “We are like Swiss Army knives. We have more tools inside us than the ones we use every day.” Connect with Karl: Learn more about Karl Hebenstreit, his books, and his work at performandfunction.com or connect with him on LinkedIn. Closing Thoughts: If this episode gave you something to reflect on or apply, subscribe, share it with someone in your network, and keep looking into your own Career View Mirror®.

    36 min

  3. May 15

    Tea, Tactics & Tenacity: The 9–5 Survival Playbook with Ebony Russ

    Tea, Tactics & Tenacity: The 9–5 Survival Playbook with Ebony RussHR expert and author Ebony Russ joins Joyel Crawford to serve truth, tools, and tactical moves from her book Tea, Tactics and Tenacity. Learn how to set ironclad boundaries, document your wins, navigate workplace politics with integrity, give upward feedback, and build a smart exit plan. Real stories, ready-to-use scripts, and a quick survival checklist to own your workday. Listen now — subscribe and grab the book.#CareerAdvice #HR #WorkplaceWellness #9to5Survival #TeaTacticsTenacity

    33 min

  4. Apr 10

    You Don’t Have a Communication Problem—You Have a Trust Problem

    What if the real issue in your workplace… isn’t burnout, leadership, or even communication? What if it’s trust? In this powerful return to Career View Mirror®, Joyel sits down with bestselling author and workplace expert Minda Harts to unpack the real reason so many professionals feel unseen, unsupported, and uncertain at work—and what to do about it. Inspired by her USA Today bestselling book Talk To Me Nice: The Seven Trust Languages for a Better Workplace, Minda introduces a transformative framework that gives language to what so many employees are feeling but haven’t been able to articulate. This conversation goes beyond surface-level advice. It’s a deep dive into how trust is built, how it’s broken, and how to rebuild it—without sacrificing your voice or your career. Why trust is the real issue we’re not naming at work The hidden ways trust gets broken (without us realizing it) How to identify and communicate your Trust Language The difference between being strategic vs. silent A simple question to guide every workplace interaction In This Episode:

    32 min

  5. Mar 27

    53. It's Never too late to Start Again

    In this inspiring episode of Career View MirrorMirror®, host Joyel Crawfors sits down with author Veronica Scarpellino to explore the powerful idea that it’s never too late to reinvent yourself. Drawing from her book Second Draft, Veronica shares her personal journey of transformation and the courage it takes to pivot, start over, and pursue purpose at any stage in life. Together, they dive into the mindset shifts needed to embrace change, overcome fear, and rewrite your story with intention. Whether you’re feeling stuck in your current path or simply ready for something new, this conversation offers practical insight and motivation to take that next bold step. It’s a reminder that your “second draft” can be just as impactful—if not more—than your first. About Veronica Scarpellino Veronica Scarpellino is the founder of Goldfinch Leadership and the creator of the Creative Intelligence (CQ) framework — the dynamic interplay between emotions, creative thinking skills, and strategic action. Through coaching, writing, and her Creative Intelligence Certification, she helps leaders navigate career transitions with clarity, curiosity, and courage. 🔗 Learn more: https://www.goldfinchleadership.com🔗 Connect on LinkedIn: Veronica Scarpellino If this conversation resonated with you: ✔ Share it with someone navigating a transition ✔ Subscribe to Career View Mirror® ✔ Leave a review to help more professionals find us Because your career isn’t over. It may just be ready for a second draft.

    39 min

  6. Mar 6

    52. The Layoff Journey: From Dismissal to Discovery with Steve Jaffe

    Layoffs are at record highs — the highest since 2009 — while new job creation continues to slow. More professionals are being let go, and many are staying unemployed longer than expected. But most career advice skips a critical step. Before you update your résumé, you may need to grieve. In this episode of Career View Mirror®, Joyel Crawford sits down with Steve Jaffe, author of The Layoff Journey: From Dismissal to Discovery, to explore the emotional side of job loss — the part most professionals aren’t prepared for. In this conversation, we discuss: The several stages of grief after a layoff Why we tie our identity too closely to our job titles How unprocessed grief shows up in interviews Survivor’s guilt and the ripple effects of layoffs What leaders often get wrong during workforce reductions Practical ways to future-proof yourself emotionally and financially Steve shares how separating identity from occupation helped him navigate four layoffs across his career — and why a layoff should be seen as a detour, not a dead end. If you’ve recently been laid off, are leading through downsizing, or are navigating today’s unpredictable job market, this episode offers perspective, strategy, and hope. You are not your job title. You are not this circumstance. You are how you respond to it. Guest: Steve Jaffe Book: The Layoff Journey: From Dismissal to Discovery – Navigating the Stages of Grief After Job Loss Link to book: https://a.co/d/02a0RgFl Website: thestevejaffe.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevejaffethelayoffjourney/ Substack: https://stevejaffe.substack.com/ Hosted by Joyel Crawford, Executive Advisor and creator of Career View Mirror®, where we explore our guests’ Career Path Past to help you navigate your Career Future.

    36 min

  7. Feb 13

    51. Stop Selling Yourself: How to Persuade Employers to See Your Magic (and Land the Offer)

    In this episode of Career View Mirror, Joyel Crawford welcomes interview coach Ramon for a refreshing and practical conversation about what really helps professionals succeed in today’s hiring process. Ramon shares a powerful insight: you don’t need to sell yourself — you need to help decision-makers understand who you are and the unique magic you bring to the table. Together, they discuss how candidates can shift their mindset, communicate their value with confidence, and position themselves for stronger offers and better negotiations. If you’re preparing for interviews, considering a career move, or ready to advocate for your worth, this episode will give you the perspective and tools you need to move forward with confidence.

    35 min

  8. 11/25/2025

    50. The Secret to Retaining Great Talent (It’s Not What You Think) — Nate Dinet Tells All

    In this episode of Career View Mirror®, host Joyel Crawford sits down with Nate Dinet, founder of The STEP Manager, to unpack one of today’s biggest workplace challenges — keeping great talent engaged, fulfilled, and here to stay.Nate’s mission is simple but powerful: help managers lead with humanity, not just process. Through his STEP Framework, he’s guiding organizations to shift from “retention strategies” to relationship strategies — creating workplaces where employees don’t just survive, they thrive.Together, Joyel and Nate dive into:- What really drives employee fulfillment (hint: it’s not perks or paychecks)- The biggest myth about why employees leave — and what leaders can do instead- How to lead people so they grow, stay, and feel truly valued- Nate’s STEP Framework for transforming managers into leaders who connect- The purpose that fuels Nate’s work and what he’d tell his younger self about leadershipIf you’re a people manager, HR leader, or executive who’s tired of seeing great employees walk out the door, this episode is your new playbook for retention that actually works.🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.🔗 Learn more about Nate Dinet at TheStepManager.com

    34 min
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On Career View Mirror®, host Joyel Crawford shares the tools to help you advocate for your strengths, discover your passions, and learn from folks who transformed their own careers for the better. Joyel is a consultant, author, singer, and CEO of Crawford Leadership Strategies.

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  • Creator
    Joyel Crawford
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    57
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Joyel Crawford
  • Show Website
    Career View Mirror®