

Secrets of the Career Game
Kendall Berg - That Career Coach
Do you want to know a secret? The corporate world is a game: one laden with cleverly hidden and unspoken rules that most employees don't know they are playing. On this show, we help you peek behind the curtain to understand the corporate game and set yourself up for accelerate growth and progression.
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Feb 12, 2024 • 29min
22. I Answer the Corporate Questions You are Afraid to Ask
Want a bit of unfiltered corporate advice? Navigating the corporate landscape is a complex journey filled with challenges, and sometimes you have questions but no one to ask them to. Today, Kendall Berg answers the top corporate questions that listeners have summited to her website, thatcareercoach.net That Career Coach Want to know more about Kendal Berg, that career coach? Follow her on Instagram: @thatcareercoach_ Check out her courses on the website: https://thatcareercoach.net/ If you liked this episode and the Secrets of the Corporate Game Podcast, please subscribe and leave us a review.

Feb 5, 2024 • 43min
21. What Recruiters Are Getting Wrong: How to Hire and Retain Top Talent with Richard Triggs
Even the most successful companies don't always get it right when it comes to hiring and retaining talent. Today, Kendall Berg chats with Richard Trigss, who has coached over 2500 senior executives and board directors through their job searches. Richard discusses his background and transition into his current role as an executive search consultant. He emphasizes the importance of effective recruitment practices, including writing compelling job advertisements and providing contact information for candidates to ask questions. Richard also highlights the significance of building a strong employer brand through LinkedIn profiles. About Richard Triggs Over the last 15 years, Richard and his team have been responsible for recruiting over 1500 senior executives and board directors into roles across Australia. Richard has also coached over 2500 senior executives and board directors through their job search. He is the author of the best-selling book, "Uncover the Hidden Job Market – How to find and win your next Senior Executive role" (second edition published in 2023) and is soon to release his second book "Winning the War for Talent – How to attract and retain top performers". He is the host of "The Arete Podcast" (200+ episodes) and the "Winning the War for Talent Podcast". He is also an accomplished musician and a trained psychotherapist. That Career Coach Want to know more about Kendal Berg, that career coach? Follow her on Instagram: @thatcareercoach_ Check out her courses on the website: https://thatcareercoach.net/ If you liked this episode and the Secrets of the Corporate Game Podcast, please subscribe and leave us a review.

Jan 29, 2024 • 27min
20. How to Identify Your Strengths to Boost Career Growth
By identifying and developing one's strengths, you are capable of achieving greatness. Yet, while knowing your strengths is great, it is equally important to know when to use them. Today, Kendall Berg discusses the importance of identifying and utilizing one's strengths to advance your career. She emphasizes the need for pattern recognition and evaluating the behaviors that lead to high levels of achievement. Kendall also suggests using a leadership evaluation assessment with 20 key strengths to assess oneself and gather feedback from others. Kendall highlights the significance of communication and collaboration skills for career growth, regardless of job or seniority level. She shares her personal experience of realizing the importance of soft skills after receiving negative feedback about her lack of collaboration and connection with colleagues and what she did to improve. That Career Coach Want to know more about Kendal Berg, that career coach? Follow her on Instagram: @thatcareercoach_ Check out her courses on the website: https://thatcareercoach.net/ If you liked this episode and the Secrets of the Corporate Game Podcast, please subscribe and leave us a review.

Jan 22, 2024 • 33min
19. Building Resilience: Overcoming Challenges and Finding Success with Shara Ruffin
Challenges are often pivotal points that require decisions, they encourage individuals to hold on, seek support, and understand that every moment, whether good or bad, contributes to personal growth. Shara Ruffin's journey is a testament to the transformative power of resilience, authenticity, and a service-oriented mindset. Shara and Kendall discuss how transformative lessons are found in hardships and how they push us to move forward. Learn more about Shara Ruffin https://www.facebook.com/journeytolicensure https://www.linkedin.com/in/shararuffin/ https://twitter.com/SharaRuffin https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgN8adZqV-VOhFXXB15IOrw Want to know more about Kendal Berg, that career coach? Follow her on Instagram: @growwith_Sam Check out her courses on the website: https://thatcareercoach.net If you liked this episode and the Secrets of the Corporate Game Podcast, please subscribe and leave us a review.

Jan 15, 2024 • 30min
18. What You Need to Know to Become the CEO of Your Career with Tammy Alvarez
Career progression is no longer linear. Many of us joined the workforce with the hope that we had the potential to achieve success and climb the corporate ladder. However, more often than not, we feel held back. Today, Kendall chats with Tammy Alvarez, a seasoned Wall Street executive turned career coach, and shares her transformative journey from the corporate grind to a fulfilling life on her terms. Escaping the Career Trap: A Journey to Career Fulfillment Tammy Alvarez emphasizes the importance of proactively checking in with your career, challenging your initial trajectory, and evaluating whether your goals still align with your purpose. She advises individuals to embrace a tactical exercise in defining success, considering seasonality in their careers, and understanding their risk tolerance. About Tammy Alvarez Tammy Alvarez, the author of "Escaping the Career Trap: Transform Your Apathy into Ambition and Never Hate Mondays Again". She is also the CEO and founder of Career Winners Circle, which offers a comprehensive collection of coaching and training programs designed to help leaders grow their careers quickly and sustainably. Follow Tammy on social media: LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammyalvarez/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJaVvvjgKl_01acvicZAgvA Website: https://www.careerwinnerscircle.com/ That Career Coach Want to know more about Kendal Berg, that career coach? Follow her on Instagram: @thatcareercoach_ Check out her courses on the website: https://thatcareercoach.net/ If you liked this episode and the Secrets of the Corporate Game Podcast, please subscribe and leave us a review.

Jan 8, 2024 • 28min
17. A Roadmap to Success: Set Career Goals for 2024
The dawn of a new year brings new goals, most of us already set fitness goals and made plans to join a gym or a book club. But what about your career? Having control of your work life and finances is just as important. Kendall Berg explains how having clear objectives provides the roadmap necessary to achieve your career aspiration. That Career Coach Want to know more about Kendal Berg, that career coach? Follow her on Instagram: @growwith_Sam Check out her courses on the website: https://thatcareercoach.net/ If you liked this episode and the Secrets of the Corporate Game Podcast, please subscribe and leave us a review.

Jan 1, 2024 • 34min
16. Networking with Purpose: Building Genuine Relationships in the Digital Age with Diana YK Chan
Today on the Secrets of the Corporate Game, Kendall Berg chats with Diana YK Chan about the intricacies of professional networking. Diana, the creator of LinkedIn learning nano courses on digital networking explains how Intentional networking is not a one-off activity but a continuous process that requires genuine effort, empathy, and authenticity The Art of Positive Networking Networking isn't merely about collecting contacts or seeking favors; it's about fostering genuine relationships based on mutual respect and value. Diana emphasizes "positive networking," where the focus is on discovering how one can contribute to others. The magic lies in being genuinely curious, asking, "How can I help you?" This proactive approach not only builds trust but also lays the foundation for enduring professional relationships. About Diana YK Chan Diana YK Chan, a seasoned Business Coach and Speaker, excels in transforming Coaches and Creators from invisible to irresistible in the digital realm. With a decade in career coaching, she now empowers clients to build and scale influential online businesses, guiding them to become in-demand industry leaders. Recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Creators on LinkedIn, Top LinkedIn Expert, and a Top Personal Branding Expert, Diana imparts her insights globally, including as a LinkedIn Learning Instructor and Speaker for the UN. Her coaching blends authentic personal expression with strategic business acumen, turning clients' online invisibility into a powerful, lucrative brand presence. Check out Diana's website: https://mymarketability.com/ Follow her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianachan/ LinkedIn Learning Courses: https://www.linkedin.com/learning/instructors/diana-yk-chan Want to know more about Kendal Berg, that career coach? Follow her on Instagram: @growwith_Sam Check out her courses on the website: https://thatcareercoach.net/programs If you liked this episode and the Secrets of the Corporate Game Podcast, please subscribe and leave us a review.

Dec 4, 2023 • 39min
Episode 14: Doubling your Salary
In this Episode: Negotiating a Job Offer Negotiating a Salary Increase Millenia Job Hopping About our Guest: Today we're talking about how you are leaving money on the table and could be doubling your salary with the Millennial Money Witch Jessie DaSilva. Her unique take on business, job hunting, and employee retention earned her the nickname "The Millennial Money Witch" from Forbes, which catapulted her into the spotlight. @J_Dasilva - IG About Our Host: Kendall is a career progression and leadership coach known as "That Career Coach" across social media. She has helped 100s of clients across various industries and levels of experience with their career navigation and self development.

Nov 20, 2023 • 34min
Episode 13: Healthy Mindset and a Healthy Salary
In this Episode: Getting an Aligned Career Healthy vs. Toxic Workplaces Manifestation and Mindset Acing your job search About our Guest: Today we're talking about landing a high paying job with Chelsea Stokes – content creator, coach, and overall rockstar. @ChelseaStokes_- IG About Our Host: Kendall is a career progression and leadership coach known as "That Career Coach" across social media. She has helped 100s of clients across various industries and levels of experience with their career navigation and self development.

Nov 6, 2023 • 37min
Episode 12: Strategic Personal Branding for Better Job Offers
In this Episode: What is your personal brand How to highlight your skills in your resume and in an interview What sets apart "expensive" candidates from the rest The psychology of getting a job About our Guest: Today we're talking about strategic personal branding and how that can translate to more and better job offers with Rosie from Badass Careers. @BadassCareers- IG www.BadassCareers.com About Our Host: Kendall is a career progression and leadership coach known as "That Career Coach" across social media. She has helped 100s of clients across various industries and levels of experience with their career navigation and self development.


