In this episode, Danielle is joined by Marnie Lemonik. Marnie Lemonik is a full-time Career Coach based in Austin, Texas. As an extremely extroverted only child, Marnie has spent her whole life turning strangers into friends and developing a real love of connection. After spending nearly 10 years of her career in corporate roles, Marnie’s love of connection morphed into becoming a Career Coach. Marnie has worked with a wide range of clients in both age and industry to help them achieve the next step in their career path. Her coaching approach is focused on tactical takeaways that are inspired by her client-facing roles at both iHeartRadio in LA and ClassPass in NYC.  Highlights from the episode include: Marnie’s journey from corporate to entrepreneurship Tips for identifying what’s next in your career Understanding how your career fits into your life goals Next steps for making your next career move Visit Career Fitter at https://www.careerfitter.com/ to learn more about the free career test Marnie recommended in the episode.  Marnie is offering an exclusive discount code for The First Ten Years listeners. Use the code ‘THEFIRSTTENYEARS’ at https://www.marnielemonik.com/ for 10% off any purchase from Marnie’s website, including the first month of any coaching subscription purchase. Marnie does 1:1 career coaching for individuals and also works directly with people managers to support their larger team’s success. If you are interested in working with Marnie, you can book a free consult call below: 1:1 Coaching Corporate Team Coaching  Marnie’s Areas of Expertise Include:  Job Search: Resumes, Networking, Interview Prep + Negotiations  Career Development: Top Performer Tactics, Salary Negotiations + Promotion Proposals  Leadership Development: People Management Transitions, Conflict Resolution, Business Case Development + Review Preparation  Learn More About Marnie: LinkedIn Profile Website Instagram  Connect with the podcast on Instagram at @thefirsttenyearspodcast and via email at [email protected] Connect with Danielle on Instagram at @danielledoolen or on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielledoolen/.

In this episode, Danielle is joined by Karin Klein. Karin Klein has been a member of the Los Angeles Times editorial board for the past 20 years, covering education, medicine, science, and environment, and was a regular columnist for the Sacramento Bee for four years. She shared in two staff Pulitzer Prizes for coverage of breaking news and was the 2006 recipient of the Eugene C. Pulliam Fellowship for Editorial Writers, the Logan Science Writing Fellowship at Woods Hole and Arctic Alaska, and the Metcalf Institute Environmental Writing Fellowship. She also has won numerous national, regional, and local journalism awards, including the Education Writers Association award for her creation of an interactive education page for The Times. Highlights from the episode include: assessing whether college is the right fit, the cost of higher education and the epidemic of college debt, alternative paths to college, and examples of people living fulfilling careers without degrees. Learn more about Karin's book Rethinking College: A Guide to Thriving Without a Degree at https://www.harpercollinsfocus.com/9781400334483/rethinking-college/ Connect with the podcast on Instagram at @thefirsttenyearspodcast and via email at [email protected]. Connect with Danielle on social at @danielledoolen.

In this episode, Danielle is joined by Dr. Benjamin Ritter. Dr. Benjamin Ritter, founder of LFY Consulting and author of Becoming Fearless, is an international leadership and career coach, Sr. Talent Management Consultant, Top LinkedIn Voice, global speaker, and host of The Executive, and the Live Fearlessly Podcasts. He has over 12 years of experience working internally as a Talent and Leadership Development leader, and externally as a coach in the realms of career and leadership development. Highlights from the episode include (1) how to take control of your career and craft your job to align with your values, (2) how to be proactive and take ownership of your career, and (3) how to challenge negative beliefs and reframe your mindset. Learn more about Dr. Benjamin at https://www.liveforyourselfconsulting.com/ Check out his book Becoming Fearless at https://www.liveforyourselfconsulting.com/becomingfearless Connect with the podcast at @thefirsttenyearspodcast on Instagram and [email protected]. Connect with Danielle on social at @danielledoolen.

In this episode, Danielle is joined by Brittany Canaski. Brittany Canaski is a highly-rated life & leadership coach and trainer who empowers professionals with the tools and confidence they need to accelerate their goals, both inside and outside of the workplace. They discuss Brittany's career journey from corporate America to entrepreneurship and the genesis of her coaching business before getting into the topic of leadership. Highlights from the episode include: (1) The difference between leadership and management (2) Necessary skills to transition into a leadership role (3) Effective communication as a leader (3) Tips for working smarter, not harder at work Learn more about Brittany at https://www.hellovelocity.co/.  Connect with the podcast at @thefirsttenyearspodcast on Instagram and [email protected]. Connect with Danielle on social at @danielledoolen.

In this episode, Laura Weldy, Women’s Leadership & Career Success coach, joins Danielle to discuss her journey from corporate employee to entrepreneur. She shares her desire to help women and create opportunities for them in the workplace and how she started her own business to help women reclaim the design and construction of their careers. Highlights from the episode include: (1) how to take initiative in your career development, (2) challenges companies are facing in retaining high-potential women, (3) defining the pre-suite, and (4) how to become high-potential to take control of your career. Learn more about Laura at lauraweldy.com. Connect with the podcast @thefirsttenyearspodcast on Instagram or via email at [email protected]. Follow Danielle on social at @danielledoolen.

In this episode, Amanda Brophy, Director of Grow with Google, joins Danielle to share her career journey and the impact of the Google Career Certificates program. She discusses her childhood aspirations of becoming a teacher and how her career path led her to prestigious companies like PwC, Microsoft, Box, and Google. Amanda shares insights into the Google Career Certificates program, including the origin of the program and its accessibility. Highlights from the episodes include (1) the importance of chasing steep learning curves and embracing new challenges in your career, (2) integrating career and motherhood, and (3) the Google Career Certificates program. Learn more about Google's Career Certificate programs at https://grow.google/. Connect with the podcast at @thefirsttenyearspodcast, [email protected], or danielledoolen.com/podcast.

In this episode, Danielle shares where she's been for the last four months and what's in store for the podcast. Connect with the podcast on Instagram at @thefirsttenyearspodcast or via email at [email protected] Connect with Danielle at @danielledoolen or danielledoolen.com.

In this episode, Danielle is joined by Rachel Liverman, founder of Glowbar. Rachel is a trailblazer in the beauty and wellness industry. Fueled by her own struggle to find an effective, convenient, and trustworthy source for consistent facials, Rachel founded Glowbar in June 2019. With her innovative spirit and hyperfocus on exceptional experiences, Rachel has propelled the brand’s 30-minute, results-driven facials to cult-following status. Her entrepreneurial drive and commitment to quality have not only shaped the brand but have also contributed to the industry's evolution. Learn more at glowbar.com. Follow Rachel on Instagram at @rachelista. Highlights from the episode include (1) how the idea for Glowbar came about (2) entrepreneurial challenges Rachel has faced, (3) Rachel's advice for great skin, and (4) your must-have skincare products. Connect with the podcast and Danielle at danielledoolen.com or @danielledoolen on Instagram.

In this episode, Danielle is joined by Karen Weeks. With over 20 years of HR leadership experience, Karen has focused on building amazing cultures within organizations so that individuals can ignite their careers. She cares about people so much that she is the Global Chief People Officer at Obviously, a VML/WPP company, and founded the coaching business, Shine at Work™. She hosts the career development podcast, also called “Shine at Work,” and is the author of “Setting the Stage: A Guide to Preparing for Any Feedback Conversation.” As a corporate speaker, she enjoys sharing stories and actionable advice so that people can shine at work and in life. Learn more at shineatwork.net. Highlights of the episode include: (1) How your definition of success changes through seasons of life, (2) How to integrate work and life, (3), Lessons learned from her career change, and (4) The “right” amount of time to stay at a company Danielle's episode of Shine at Work: danielledoolen.com/portfolio.

In this episode, Danielle is joined by Chris Lovell (aka @careersbycareer on Instagram). Chris, founder of Careers by Chris, is a Career Expert at SoFi, a Certified Professional in Human Resources, and a passionate career coach on a mission to help young professionals scale their careers, boost their salaries, and achieve their dream jobs. She has created "Careers by Chris," a growing online community that reaches millions every month, providing people with the tools and skills they need to grow in their careers. She's already helped hundreds of job seekers and professionals land exciting new jobs, negotiate raises, increase their salaries, and make sense of workplace benefits. Learn more about Chris at careersbychris.com. Highlights from the discussion include (1) communicating your accomplishments, (2) 2024 career trend predictions, (3) networking in the new year, and (4) standing out in the interview process. Connect with the podcast and Danielle at danielledoolen.com/podcast.