Reframe & Reset Your Career: Job Search & Career Development Insights

Harsha Boralessa
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Struggling to land that big promotion or find that perfect new job? This is the podcast for you. If you want a career development and job search podcast, looking at strategies and practical steps to help you succeed, you’ve found it. You will learn from Recognised Experts and experienced professionals, who discuss their careers and the strategies which have helped them progress. Each episode covers topics including mindset, managing failure, resilience, leadership and communication. The podcast is hosted by Harsha Boralessa, which builds on his 15+ year career in the Big 4 accounting firms and Investment Banking. Please subscribe or follow the podcast in your favourite App so you never miss a future episode.

  1. 4D AGO

    Episode 104. Insights From Change Management To Help You Succeed At Work – Minola Jac

    Looking for insights to help you succeed at work from a change management expert? I discussed this, her book Everyday Inspiration for Change and so much more with Minola Jac on Episode 104 of the Reframe & Reset Your Career podcast. In this episode, we will learn about: Perception & perspective, Avoiding transactional relationships, Positioning yourself so your goals are aligned with those of your manager, Congruence and treating colleagues at all levels in the same way, Moving towards new possibilities, The importance of values, The benefits of being present and sitting with your thoughts and Insights from Everyday Inspiration for Change. A journalist by trade and a change practitioner by choice, Minola is fascinated by people and passionately curious about what makes them tick. Currently serving as Global Change &Transformation Lead with Syngenta Group, she is dedicated to creating, enabling and nurturing more change mindset and skillset space around the change management toolset. She is also a storytelling advocate and author of ‘Everyday Inspiration for Change. How daily experiences can be your best mentor for change in life and work’, and a travel, books, coffee and ice cream addict. Please note that the views and opinions expressed by Minola during this podcast are solely her own and do not represent the views, positions, or policies of any institutions, organizations, or professional bodies with which she is affiliated.   Resources & People Mentioned Chris Voss Minola's Previous Reframe & Reset Your Career Episode - https://www.harshaboralessa.com/episode-50-how-to-find-a-new-job-and-boost-your-career-using-change-mindset-minola-jac/    Contact Minola LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/minolajac/   Reframe & Reset Your Career Resources & Contact Info Website: https://www.harshaboralessa.com/  YouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/c/ReframeResetYourCareer  LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/reframe-reset-your-career/?viewAsMember=true Newsletter: https://reframeandresetyourcareer.substack.com/  E-mail - reframeandresetyourcareer@harshaboralessa.com Thank you for your continued support of Reframe & Reset Your Career, I do appreciate it.  It would be great to hear from you, the listeners, and your thoughts about the podcast, YouTube channel or anything else, it's always a pleasure to hear your views. I have had some great reviews but not had any way of responding. The next episode will be available on Weds 19th November.  *Reframe & Reset Your Career, including any comments made by the host and guests, is for informational purposes only and does not constitute advice of any description, including but not restricted to financial, legal, investing or medical advice.*

    28 min

  2. OCT 21

    Episode 103. How Understanding & Harnessing Your Dark Side Can Help Unlock Your Leadership Potential – Steven D’Souza

    What are Shadows at Work and how can understanding and harnessing your dark side help unlock your leadership potential? I discussed this, his new book Shadows At Work and so much more with Steven D’Souza on Episode 103 of the Reframe & Reset Your Career podcast. In this episode, we will learn about: Being consistent and enjoying the journey rather than focusing solely on the outcome, The value of experimentation through your life, What is a Shadow? What are the four lenses to view leadership?, The influence of our biology on our behaviour and actions, The significance of projection and why it can be beneficial, Good leaders are aware of their flaws and try to manage them before they create issues, Being aware that overplaying your strengths may cause problems, Avoiding group think by having conflicting voices in the decision-making process, Whenever you make a choice, there is the potential for loss but you don’t have to live with regret and Accepting that we all have a mix of good and bad qualities and that life is full of nuance. Steven  is an award-winning educator, speaker, executive coach and best-selling author. He is a Senior Partner at Korn Ferry, one of the world’s top Executive Search and Organisational Consulting firms. Steven has a multifaceted life story, from training as a priest to building a portfolio career working in a start-up, an SME, an NGO, and a top-tier banking and consulting firm. He is the author of five books, including Made in Britain, which was personally presented to HRH King Charles. Steven’s sixth book, Shadows at Work - Harness Your Dark Side and Unlock Your Leadership Potential was recently published.   Resources & People Mentioned Carl Jung Robert Sapolsky Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic Herminia Ibarra   Contact Steven Website:  https://stevendsouza.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-d-souza-5351712/   Reframe & Reset Your Career Resources & Contact Info Website: https://www.harshaboralessa.com/  YouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/c/ReframeResetYourCareer  LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/reframe-reset-your-career/?viewAsMember=true Newsletter: https://reframeandresetyourcareer.substack.com/  E-mail - reframeandresetyourcareer@harshaboralessa.com Thank you for your continued support of Reframe & Reset Your Career, I do appreciate it.  It would be great to hear from you, the listeners, and your thoughts about the podcast, YouTube channel or anything else, it's always a pleasure to hear your views. I have had some great reviews but not had any way of responding. The next episode with Minola Jac will be available on Weds 5th November.  *Reframe & Reset Your Career, including any comments made by the host and guests, is for informational purposes only and does not constitute advice of any description, including but not restricted to financial, legal, investing or medical advice.*

    42 min

  3. OCT 16

    Episode 102. Insights From The Podcast & Strategies That Have Helped Me in Challenging Situations – Harsha Boralessa

    Now that we have passed 100 Reframe & Reset Your Career podcast episodes, I wanted to experiment a little more with the podcast. In that spirit, I wanted to conduct a small experiment by recording my first solo episode and share some insights that I have picked up from starting a podcast and also some strategies that have helped me in a couple of situations where I have faced challenging circumstances. In this episode, I talk about: How starting the podcast was like a small experiment, Reframing the podcast and seeing that the potential upside outweighed the drawbacks, Focusing on the content creation process and the elements that I could control, How I committed to the project for a year and focused on the long game, The power of creating content on a consistent basis, The importance of speaking up and advocating for yourself if you’re not getting the promotion or pay raise you deserve, Maintaining a good attitude and providing value at work even if you’re not being rewarded as sometimes you may get a lucky break or use that experience to move, Being strategic and thinking through your options rather than acting impulsively, Focusing on gaining the right experience rather than financial gain may be more lucrative in the long run, and Don’t take rejection personally and maintain good relationships with potential employers/ managers.   Resources & People Mentioned Daniel Kahneman - Thinking, Fast and Slow Carol Dweck - Growth Mindset Robert Cialdini - Influence Charles Duhigg - The Power Of Habits Gabija Toleikyte   Reframe & Reset Your Career Resources & Contact Info Website: https://www.harshaboralessa.com/  YouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/c/ReframeResetYourCareer  LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/reframe-reset-your-career/?viewAsMember=true Newsletter: https://reframeandresetyourcareer.substack.com/  E-mail - reframeandresetyourcareer@harshaboralessa.com Thank you for your continued support of Reframe & Reset Your Career, I do appreciate it.  It would be great to hear from you, the listeners, and your thoughts about the podcast, YouTube channel or anything else, it's always a pleasure to hear your views. I have had some great reviews but not had any way of responding. The next episode with Steven D'Souza will be available on Weds 22nd October.  *Reframe & Reset Your Career, including any comments made by the host and guests, is for informational purposes only and does not constitute advice of any description, including but not restricted to financial, legal, investing or medical advice.*

    16 min

  4. OCT 7

    Episode 101. How Developing Self-Control Can Boost Your Career & Life – Professor Kentaro Fujita

    Looking to learn more about self-control, understand how it can be developed and how it can enhance your career and life? I discussed this and so much more with Professor Kentaro Fujita on Episode 101 of the Reframe & Reset Your Career podcast. In this episode, we will learn about: The difference between willpower and self-control, Insights from the “marshmallow test” at Stanford University, The importance of delaying gratification, Understanding your “why” and how this can help self-control, Strategies to help develop self-control, Working smarter not harder, Creating an environment where it is easier to develop self-control, The role emotions play in self-control and The importance of taking action on a  consistent basis. Kentaro is a Professor of Psychology and Director of the Decision Sciences Collaborative at The Ohio State University.  He received his Bachelors in Psychology at Harvard College, and his Masters and PhD in Psychology at New York University.  He is an expert in motivation, goals, behavior change, and decision-making.  Much of his award-winning research explores self-control: that is, who, when, and why do some succeed and others fail at resisting immediate temptations that undermine more distant goals?   Resources & People Mentioned Walter Mischel Wilhelm Hofmann Fung Lei Ethan Kross   Contact Kentaro Website:  https://u.osu.edu/fujita/   Reframe & Reset Your Career Resources & Contact Info Website: https://www.harshaboralessa.com/  YouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/c/ReframeResetYourCareer  LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/reframe-reset-your-career/?viewAsMember=true Newsletter: https://reframeandresetyourcareer.substack.com/  E-mail - reframeandresetyourcareer@harshaboralessa.com Thank you for your continued support of Reframe & Reset Your Career, I do appreciate it.  It would be great to hear from you, the listeners, and your thoughts about the podcast, YouTube channel or anything else, it's always a pleasure to hear your views. I have had some great reviews but not had any way of responding. The next episode with Steven D'Souza will be available on Weds 22nd October.  *Reframe & Reset Your Career, including any comments made by the host and guests, is for informational purposes only and does not constitute advice of any description, including but not restricted to financial, legal, investing or medical advice.*

    53 min

  5. SEP 23

    Episode 100. How To Use Long-Term Thinking To Future-Proof Your Career – Dorie Clark

    Looking for strategies to help you stand out, make you indispensable at work and future-proof your career? I had the pleasure of discussing this, her latest book “The Long Game” and so much more with my friend Dorie Clark on Episode 100 of the Reframe & Reset Your Career podcast. In this episode, we will learn about: How optimising for interesting may help when looking for meaning and purpose in life, Sometimes, you just need to take action and not overthink, How consistent production over time can produce significant results, Being self-aware and taking feedback from the right people, How to make yourself indispensable at work, Finding commonalities and building your network, How likeability can help boost your career, Building your personal brand, Don't be afraid about sharing your ideas and knowledge on social media, How to stand out and cut through the noise, Why it’s vital to give before you take to build strong relationships. Understanding what success means for you and that it may take longer than you think, Creating time and space for creativity and Moving between execution mode and being strategic. Dorie has been named three times as one of the Top 50 business thinkers in the world by Thinkers50, and was recognized as the #1 Communication Coach in the world by the Marshall Goldsmith Leading Global Coaches Awards. Clark, a consultant and keynote speaker, teaches executive education at Columbia Business School, and she is the Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author of The Long Game, Entrepreneurial You, Reinventing You and Stand Out, which was named the #1 Leadership Book of the Year by Inc. magazine. A former presidential campaign spokeswoman, Dorie has been described by the New York Times as an “expert at self-reinvention and helping others make changes in their lives.” A frequent contributor to the Harvard Business Review, she consults and speaks for clients including Google, Microsoft, and the World Bank. You can download her free Long Game strategic thinking self-assessment at dorieclark.com/thelonggame.   Resources & People Mentioned Keith McNally Blake Crouch Andrew Ridgely Carol Dweck - Mindset Robert Cialdini – Influence Marshall Goldsmith   Contact Dorie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doriec/   Dorie’s website: https://dorieclark.com/    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dorieclark/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/DorieClark     Reframe & Reset Your Career Resources & Contact Info Website: https://www.harshaboralessa.com/  YouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/c/ReframeResetYourCareer  LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/reframe-reset-your-career/?viewAsMember=true Newsletter: https://reframeandresetyourcareer.substack.com/  E-mail - reframeandresetyourcareer@harshaboralessa.com Thank you for your continued support of Reframe & Reset Your Career, I do appreciate it.  It would be great to hear from you, the listeners, and your thoughts about the podcast, YouTube channel or anything else, it's always a pleasure to hear your views. I have had some great reviews but not had any way of responding. The next episode with Professor Kentaro Fujita will be available on Weds 8th October.  *Reframe & Reset Your Career, including any comments made by the host and guests, is for informational purposes only and does not constitute advice of any description, including but not restricted to financial, legal, investing or medical advice.*

    56 min

  6. SEP 9

    Episode 99. How To Reenergise Your Job Search And Find Your Dream Job – Mac Prichard

    Looking for ideas to help boost your job search and find your dream job? I had the pleasure of discussing this, insights from his top ranked podcast “Find Your Dream Job” and so much more with Mac Prichard on Episode 99 of the Reframe & Reset Your Career podcast. In this episode, we will learn about: Even if you don't have a natural talent in a specific area, you can attain a decent level of skill by working hard, Why it’s important to just start and not overthink, How making a public commitment can help deliver a project, which helped Mac with his podcast launch, The importance of growth mindset and taking managed risks, Interview strategies, Insights behind the hiring process, Building your brand and digital footprint, How building rapport and finding commonalities can help build your network, How can AI impact your job search, Be specific when reaching out to someone for an informational interview, Reframing stress in a positive way before an interview or high pressure event, and How putting things in perspective can help manage the inevitable setbacks in your job search. Mac is a communications strategist and career expert based in Portland, Oregon. He is the founder and publisher of Mac’s List, where he writes regularly about job hunting, leads classes on job search skills, and hosts the Find Your Dream Job podcast. Previously, he also owned and operated  Prichard Communications, a public relations agency that served non-profits, public agencies, and foundations across the United States. Prior to running his own business, Mac had many years experience working in politics, government and non-profits. He has a degree in political science from the University of Iowa and a masters in public administration from the Harvard Kennedy School. He is the author of two books: Land Your Dream Job Anywhere and Land Your Dream Job in Portland (and Beyond). When he’s not hard at work, Mac can be found watching classic movies and taking photos during his travels.   Resources & People Mentioned Carol Dweck - Mindset Robert Cialdini – Influence Caitlin Clark   Contact Mac LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/macprichard/ Mac's List website: https://www.macslist.org/  "Find Your Dream Job" podcast: https://www.macslist.org/podcasts Mac's List YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Macs_List    Reframe & Reset Your Career Resources & Contact Info Website: https://www.harshaboralessa.com/  YouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/c/ReframeResetYourCareer  LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/reframe-reset-your-career/?viewAsMember=true Newsletter: https://reframeandresetyourcareer.substack.com/  E-mail - reframeandresetyourcareer@harshaboralessa.com Thank you for your continued support of Reframe & Reset Your Career, I do appreciate it.  It would be great to hear from you, the listeners, and your thoughts about the podcast, YouTube channel or anything else, it's always a pleasure to hear your views. I have had some great reviews but not had any way of responding. The next episode will be Episode 100 with Dorie Clark and will be available on Weds 24th September.  *Reframe & Reset Your Career, including any comments made by the host and guests, is for informational purposes only and does not constitute advice of any description, including but not restricted to financial, legal, investing or medical advice.*

    47 min

  7. AUG 12

    Episode 98. Failing Forward: Creating New Options & Possibilities – Irina Cozma

    Looking for ideas to help you bounce back from setbacks and create new options in your career and life? I had the pleasure of discussing this, her work and so much more with Irina Cozma on Episode 98 of the Reframe & Reset Your Career podcast. In this episode, we will learn about: How playing volleyball to international level helped Irina become comfortable with and overcome failure, How she moved abroad by taking action and creating opportunities for herself, Taking small steps which helped her move towards her goals, Building resilience and not being put off by rejection, Building self confidence, The value of having options and how to create them for yourself, If things are not working out, try not to become frustrated and give up too soon, Don’t be shy about self promotion and sharing your wins, The concept of “good selfish”, How to manage high pressure options and How your values can help shape your career. Irina Cozma Ph.D. is an executive coach, speaker, trainer, and consultant who helps professionals have better work adventures. She believes that we always have the option to become better at what we do and who we are. Over the past two decades, Irina has coached and trained hundreds of C-suite executives, leaders, professionals, and entrepreneurs across industries from start-ups to corporate, private to public, and local to global. Her background includes leadership roles at Salesforce and Wells Fargo, as well as experience in global talent management consulting. Irina is an ICF-certified coach, writes for the Harvard Business Review, and teaches at Purdue University. She has lived, studied, and worked in four countries. She is fluent in English and Romanian, and has a working knowledge of Spanish.   People & Resources Mentioned Guy Kawasaki Guy Benioff Lisa Feldman Barrett How to Find, Define, and Use Your Values (HBR Article): https://hbr.org/2023/10/values-passion-or-purpose-which-should-guide-your-career   Contact Irina LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/irinacozma/ Website: https://irinacozma.com/   Reframe & Reset Your Career Resources & Contact Info Website: https://www.harshaboralessa.com/  YouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/c/ReframeResetYourCareer  LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/reframe-reset-your-career/?viewAsMember=true Newsletter: https://reframeandresetyourcareer.substack.com/  E-mail - reframeandresetyourcareer@harshaboralessa.com Thank you for your continued support of Reframe & Reset Your Career, I do appreciate it.  It would be great to hear from you, the listeners, and your thoughts about the podcast, YouTube channel or anything else, it's always a pleasure to hear your views. I have had some great reviews but not had any way of responding. The next episode with Mac Prichard, the host of the award winning Find Your Dream Job podcast, will be available on Weds 10th September.    *Reframe & Reset Your Career, including any comments made by the host and guests, is for informational purposes only and does not constitute advice of any description, including but not restricted to financial, legal, investing or medical advice.*

    57 min

  8. JUL 15

    Episode 97. Don’t Stay In Your Lane: A Guide To Finding & Succeeding In A New Job – Cynthia Pong

    Looking for strategies to help you find a new job and thrive in it? I had the pleasure of discussing this, her book Don’t Stay In Your Lane: The Career Change Guide for Women of Color, and so much more with Cynthia Pong on Episode 97 of the Reframe & Reset Your Career podcast. In this episode, we will learn about: 🔷 How Cynthia made small experiments which eventually lead to her pursuing a legal career, 🔷 Further qualifications are important but be intentional before allocating your time and money, 🔷 Understanding what success looks like for you in your career and your life, 🔷 Focus on your own progress and don’t compare yourself to others, 🔷 How Cynthia was strategic when managing burnout and transitioning from her legal career, 🔷 Locus of control and focusing on what you can control, 🔷 Building your brand, 🔷 Developing resilience and managing career setbacks, especially the unexpected ones, 🔷 Looking for small wins can help if you’re feeling stuck, 🔷 How to make networking events less daunting, 🔷 The importance of taking action and how it can create luck and 🔷 Cynthia’s top job search strategies. Cynthia is an award-winning executive coach and speaker who empowers women of color leaders to advance their careers into positions of power. A Forbes Contributor and LinkedIn Top Voice for Job Search and Career, she has been featured in HBR, The Atlantic, and on NBC, CBS, NPR, and more. As Founder and CEO of Embrace Change, Cynthia leads an elite, all-BIPOC team who provide specialized coaching and training programs for high-performing women of color up to the C-suite. Equipped with Cynthia’s strategic guidance, her clients break down barriers, lead with authenticity, and have collectively negotiated over $750K in salary increases. Her Anthem Award-winning Leadership Accelerator program has propelled women of color to prestigious fellowships, promotions, and top graduate program admissions. Cynthia’s book, Don’t Stay in Your Lane: The Career Change Guide for Women of Color, has cemented her as a foremost voice on career advancement, negotiation, and thought leadership.   People & Resources Mentioned N K Jemisin Talking Heads Dr Christian Busch (Episode 2 of Reframe & Reset Your Career Podcast) Cynthia’s Forbes Article: How To Navigate Layoffs Trevor Noah: Interview On Luck   Contact Cynthia LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/embracechangenyc/ Website: https://www.embracechange.nyc/   Reframe & Reset Your Career Resources & Contact Info Website: https://www.harshaboralessa.com/  YouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/c/ReframeResetYourCareer  LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/reframe-reset-your-career/?viewAsMember=true Newsletter: https://reframeandresetyourcareer.substack.com/  E-mail - reframeandresetyourcareer@harshaboralessa.com Thank you for your continued support of Reframe & Reset Your Career, I do appreciate it.  It would be great to hear from you, the listeners, and your thoughts about the podcast, YouTube channel or anything else, it's always a pleasure to hear your views. I have had some great reviews but not had any way of responding. The next episode with Irina Cozma will be available on Weds 13th August.    *Reframe & Reset Your Career, including any comments made by the host and guests, is for informational purposes only and does not constitute advice of any description, including but not restricted to financial, legal, investing or medical advice.*

    48 min
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Struggling to land that big promotion or find that perfect new job? This is the podcast for you. If you want a career development and job search podcast, looking at strategies and practical steps to help you succeed, you’ve found it. You will learn from Recognised Experts and experienced professionals, who discuss their careers and the strategies which have helped them progress. Each episode covers topics including mindset, managing failure, resilience, leadership and communication. The podcast is hosted by Harsha Boralessa, which builds on his 15+ year career in the Big 4 accounting firms and Investment Banking. Please subscribe or follow the podcast in your favourite App so you never miss a future episode.

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