Career Compass: Mapping Your Future

Career Compass: Mapping Your Future

Hosted by career strategist Tamara Loring and organizational psychologist Dr. Mike Smith, Career Compass equips listeners with the tools to navigate uncertainty, embrace risk, and design careers aligned with their ideal lifestyles. Across 10 episodes, this series unpacks the 10 Steps to Your Ideal Career, blending actionable coaching strategies from The Entrepreneur’s Source’s patented Career Ownership Coaching® system with science-backed insights on resilience, motivation, and self-efficacy.

Episodes

June 10, 2025 25 mins

The corporate comfort zone. Millions of people are in it, yet only few ask themselves “Am I actually building my dream or someone else’s?”

With over 50% of the American workforce estimated to be made of 1099 employees by 2027, it’s a key question to ask.

Tamara Loring and Dr. Mike Smith talk all things corporate comfort zone – tune in to learn about pros and cons of corporate America, and why discomfort is actually a good thing!

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Priorities change, but values don’t. And you can be lost without the proper goal…do you agree? If you feel that your personal and professional life need some alignment, you’re in the right place!

Tamara Loring and Dr. Mike Smith discuss how setting goals with purpose can help you design your personal life and career.

Tune in to hear about what setting goals helps you with from a psychological standpoint, the problem with mixing up ...

Battered Career Syndrome. Three words that prevent millions of people from achieving fulfillment in both their professional and personal life. What is it? What are its symptoms and how do you overcome it? 

That’s what co-hosts Tamara Loring and Dr. Mike Smith address in this episode! Tune in to learn about Dr. Mike’s story with Battered Career Syndrome, how it manifests itself, and what you can do to avoid being like ¾ of the adult...

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In this pilot episode of Career Compass, host Tamara Loring and guest Dr. Mike Smith talk about self-sabotage and negative thinking.

From jaw-dropping stats about the American workforce and the psychological reasons behind imposter’s syndrome to the difference between self-sabotage and battered work syndrome, and four strategies for overcoming negative thinking… no stone is left unturned!

Tune in to learn about an important questio...

In episode 213, join Mike Toper, Tamara Loring, Joe & Cheri Mercer, and Phil Macko as they illuminate the unique challenges and rewards of transitioning from a corporate career to an entrepreneurial venture in franchise ownership. Listen as these seasoned professionals share their experiences and advice on making this bold move. The episode further explores the transformative journey of the Mercers, a couple who decided to leap int...

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Episode 215: Strategies for Success in Today’s Competitive Job Market In this episode of Your Career Revolution Podcast, episode 215, Mike Toper, and Tamara Loring are joined by Glenn Scott. Glenn is dedicated to empowering senior and C-level executives in realizing their career aspirations and is the Founder & CEO of Executive Career Partners. The trio discuss how the job market’s current state and future directions are crucial fo...

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Generation X: Breaking Free from Corporate Chains, Your Career Revolution Podcast EP 214 Join us in this episode of Your Career Revolution as we delve into the personal journeys of our insightful speakers, Mike Toper, Tamara Loring, and Brett Trainor. These are individuals who, like many of us, were once part of the corporate world but have now transitioned to more autonomous and fulfilling career paths. We'll explore how they are ...

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In this episode, we delve into the inspiring journey of women making strides in business. Triumphing against challenges and discovering novel paths, their stories are a beacon of hope to aspiring entrepreneurs everywhere. Hear about Deann von Ruden's shift from a long-standing career in healthcare to business ownership. Deann's story showcases how the entrepreneurial landscape is changing, becoming an increasingly attractive option...

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This episode, Unveiling the Path to Entrepreneurial Success, Your Career Revolution, Episode 211, takes listeners into the life of a young entrepreneur who has successfully navigated the intricacies of business ownership, fueled by personal drive and a mission to give back. The podcast frames the young business owner's journey as one born and nurtured amidst the trials and triumphs of a family enterprise, only to branch out and est...

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Case Studies that Clarify Your Career Revolution Book Chapter 7. Welcome to another episode of “Your Career Revolution Podcast”, where we delve into the intriguing Case Studies in Chapter 7.  In this episode, our hosts Courtney Dyksterhouse, Tamara Loring, and Marissa Frois guide you through the empowering experience of entrepreneurship and how it could potentially offer you a way out of the monotony of unfulfilling jobs or the eco...

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Unleashing Potential with Craig Anderson and Bonnie and Brad Collins In this episode of "Your Career Revolution," we discuss the inspiring journey of Brad and Bonnie Collins, a dynamic couple who decided to step off their corporate ladders and enter the exciting world of Business Ownership. Brad, with his experience in IT, and Bonnie, a real estate specialist, chose to control their career trajectories by becoming proud owners of t...

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There is No Time Like the Present, Your Career Revolution Book Chapter 6 Welcome to There's No Time Like the Present – Your Career Revolution Book, Chapter 6. In this episode, our speakers Courtney Dyksterhouse, Tamara Loring, and Marissa Frois, delve into the challenges and opportunities of realizing financial independence and personal aspirations. They dissect the common obstacles of funding and indecision and pave the road towar...

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Read Post: https://entrepreneurssource.com/podcast/no-one-needs-walk-alone/ No One Needs to Walk Alone, Your Career Revolution Chapter 5 Ready to join the career revolution and live out your dreams? Dive into our podcast series, “Your Career Revolution,” In Chapter 5, Marissa Frois and Tamara Loring encourage listeners to become unstuck from their comfort zone, which can be a natural barrier to growth. It’s easy to keep doing what’...

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Make the Best Choice for You, Your Career Revolution Book Chapter 4 Welcome to another transformative journey with "Make the Best Choice for You, Your Career Revolution Book Chapter 4". This episode features three dynamic speakers: Courtney Dyksterhouse, Tamara Loring, and Marissa Frois who lead us through Revolutionizing Your Career and Embracing Entrepreneurship. In this comprehensive guide, you'll discover how to revamp your pro...

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"But what I'm loving about today's episode is this will set the stage for us to allow all of us to really start digging deeper, to get to the heart of what we truly, really want and clarifying our goals, which, in turn, will then help us identify the best path forward." Discover What Holds You Back, Your Career Revolution Book Chapter 3 Welcome to the "Discover What Holds You Back, Your Career Revolution Book Chapter 3" podcast ep...

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Write Your Own Success Story, Your Career Revolution Book Chapter 2 

 In this episode of Your Career Revolution Chapter 2, "Write Your Own Success Story," Courtney Dyksterhouse, Tamara Loring, and Marissa Frois navigate the nuanced path of defining success on your terms. Journey with us as our hosts delve into introspective exercises, compelling you to envision your ultimate aims and a lifestyle that aligns with your core values. W...

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Beyond Barbie Podcast with April D. Saavedra-Duran, Your Career Revolution EP 209 Welcome to episode 209, Beyond Barbie, of the Your Career Revolution Podcast with April D. Saavedra-Duran. In this episode, we delve deep into the fascinating story of Barbie. This icon has become a symbol of women's empowerment in business, inspired by the recent cinematic triumph of the "Barbie" movie. We are discussing the evolution of Barbie and h...

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Your Career Revolution: Reimagine and Reclaim the Life of Your Dreams, Chapter 1

  Welcome to Your Career Revolution podcast, where you can reimagine and reclaim your dreams. In this exciting episode, I am joined by Tamara and Marissa, two charismatic influences dedicated to serving listeners to achieve self-sufficiency and turn their dreams into reality.

 We kick off the conversation by diving into Tamara's unique title as “Chief ...

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Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey? Welcome to the latest episode of the Your Career Revolution podcast— where we dive into the inspiring story of Dadong Wong, a true hero who discovered purpose and resilience after facing a devastating family tragedy. Dadong's story is a testament to the power of finding a larger purpose in life and creating positive ripples in our communities.   Our Podcasts: https://entrepreneur...

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What it Means to Pursue the American Dream with Sebastian and Margarita Season 2, Ep 207 https://entrepreneurssource.com/podcast/pusuing-the-american-dream/

We are thrilled to announce our latest episode of Your Career Revolution Podcast, packed with inspiring stories and a dose of the American Dream. Join us as we sit down with our amazing guests, Sebastian and Margarita, who embody the true spirit of perseverance and self-suffic...

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