People in Transition
People in Transition
Bob Gerst
 "People in Transition" is your ultimate guide to navigating life's major career changes with confidence and excitement! Whether you're a student landing your first job, a professional between gigs, an aspiring entrepreneur ready to start your own business, or someone preparing for a well-earned retirement, we've got you covered. Each episode offers unique insights and practical tips from people who have successfully walked these paths themselves as well as helped many others in their journey. Join us for an inspiring and entertaining journey through the many transitions of life! 
157. Andrew LaCivita - International Career and Leadership Coach | 📘 Best-Selling Author
Andrew LaCivita knows careers. As the founder of MileWalk Academy, he has helped more than 100,000 people and 350 companies across nearly 200 countries improve their careers, leadership, and communication. He is also the bestselling author of Interview Intervention, The Hiring Prophecies, The Zebra Code, and his newest book, Signal Strength. What makes Andrew especially interesting for “People in Transition” is his practical approach to navigating careers and finding opportunity. His Tips for...
Oct 11
34 min
156. Merry Korn - Author "Fired to Inspired", Executive Transformation Speaker, Strategic Workshop Facilitator, Career & Business Coach
The Informational Interview Today we're talking about one of the most powerful (and most underused) tools in any career transition: the informational interview. Joining me is Merry Korn, an expert in navigating career change and building meaningful professional relationships. Merry is the author of Fired to Inspired, the story of how she turned a humiliating firing into a new sense of purpose and went on to build a social enterprise that employed more than 1,300 people across 30 states, many ...
Sep 27
27 min
155. David Dean -  AI and Data Intelligence Technologist & Author
Today, we’re joined by David Dean, a technology and AI leader with 20 years of experience helping organizations move from ambiguity to execution. David’s career has evolved from hands-on technology and infrastructure into enterprise architecture, intelligent automation, AI strategy, governance, and organizational transformation. He has led AI and automation initiatives in complex, regulated environments, including work that reduced processing times by more than 90%. Today, David advises senio...
Sep 13
30 min
154. Geralda  Larkins - Transformational HR Executive
Welcome to “People in Transition”. I’m your host, Bob Gerst. Today, we’re talking about career change, uncertainty, and how to navigate that space between where you’ve been and where you’re going. My guest is Geralda Larkins, SPHR, a transformational HR executive and strategic advisor with more than 25 years of experience across federal and municipal government and other organizations. She has held senior leadership roles with the IRS and the City of North Miami. She has built her caree...
Aug 29
33 min
153. Endi Frydman - Career Coach ★ Executive Coach ★
For nearly 20 years, Endi has partnered with organisations through significant change and supported executives and professionals during pivotal career moments. She brings a unique perspective on both how organisations make talent decisions and how people can confidently navigate change and shape what comes next. As a coach, she helps executives understand their strengths and the value they bring, explore their options, and develop a practical strategy to achieve their goals. Today, Endi bring...
Aug 20
30 min
152. Nik Hemingway - Interview Preparation Expert | Resume Writer | Career Coach | Executive Coach
Whether you're looking for your first job, changing careers, transitioning from the military or government to the private sector, or simply trying to stand out in today's competitive job market, this episode is packed with practical advice you can use immediately. Our guest, Nicholette "Nik" Hemingway, is a career coach, interview preparation expert, résumé writer, executive coach, and the owner of Nike H Speaks LLC. A retired military officer with more than 25 years of leadership experience ...
Aug 3
29 min
151. Marcia Wall - Career Success Coach
In this episode of "People in Transition", I welcome Marcia Wall, a Career Success Coach, career counselor, trainer, and author who has dedicated her career to helping individuals navigate change, discover their strengths, and achieve professional success. Through her strengths - based and holistic coaching approach, Marcia helps job seekers and career changers build confidence, identify opportunities, and move forward with purpose and joy. During our conversation, Marcia shares valuable insi...
Jul 20
30 min
150. Geoff Curtis - Communications Executive | Connector | Founder | Philanthropist | Author
Few people talk openly about what happens when a successful career ends and the identity built around it suddenly disappears. In this episode of People in Transition, I sit down with Geoff Curtis, a former Chief Communications Officer with nearly three decades of leadership experience in healthcare, biotech, and corporate affairs. After the acquisition of the company where he served on the executive team, Geoff faced a challenge many accomplished professionals experience but rarely discuss: w...
Jul 6
30 min
149.  John Gates - Corporate Recruiting Executive | Pay Negotiation Coach | Best-Selling Author
This week on “People in Transition”, I had the pleasure of speaking with John Gates, and what a fascinating conversation it was. John brings a unique perspective to salary negotiation and career transitions. As a former Head of Global Recruiting for multiple Fortune 300 and Fortune 500 organizations, he has spent decades sitting on the hiring side of the table, leading talent acquisition functions for major companies including Marathon Oil, Peabody Energy, ITT, and Asante. Today, he leverages...
Jun 24
31 min
148. Dr. Danny Brassell - helps executives tell stories that win clients and inspire action
Dr. Danny Brassell is a globally recognized speaker, author, coach, and storytelling expert who has spent more than three decades helping individuals and organizations communicate with greater clarity, confidence, and impact. Often referred to as “Jim Carrey with a Ph.D.,” Danny blends high energy, humor, and practical wisdom to inspire audiences around the world. A former inner-city teacher, university professor, and distinguished visiting professor at The American University in Cairo, Danny...
Jun 7
30 min
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