The Career Refresh with Jill Griffin

Jason Darby serves as Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for Amalgamated Financial Corp., a publicly traded $8 billion bank (NASDAQ: AMAL) headquartered in New York City. This episode discusses Jason's approach to change and uncertainty, leveraging his NCAA hockey experience and network. In this episode, we also discuss: 

• Navigating change and uncertainty
• Leveraging storytelling for your career narra...

Creating a career vision requires thinking differently. Most people believe that in order to create a big career vision or any change in life, you need first to achieve the result you’re looking for, and then you show up the next day and learn how to live and steward that result. 

That's one way to do it. 

In this episode, let's have some fun. I talk about how to create your vision from a future perspective.  

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When there is continuous change and uncertainty in our workplace it’s easy to fall into overthinking and constant worry. It’s hard to be our best selves when we are feeling stressed, overwhelmed, and anxious as a result of our overthinking. In this episode, I'll discuss why overthinking happens and how to stop it. 

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Focusing on mindset, strengths, and intentional actions is a consistent way to manage stress in stressful work situations. This episode provides tips to navigate challenges with resilience and clarity. Also discussed: 

• How to understand and leverage your sense of agency to guide your actions and leadership.
• Why cultivating resilience helps you focus and manage stress.
• Tips to practice self-awareness; when and how to advocate for y...

In this episode, Bill Lennan founder of 40 Percent Better,  discusses effective leadership, creating connections with your team, building resilience, and how small steps lead to big changes. In this episode, we discuss:

• His definition of leadership
• Why you should get comfortable with the struggle
• How leaders can support shy employees 
• His process for achieving 40% better performance and overcoming limiting beliefs
• Steps to "get...

When you feel stuck and find it hard to take action, sometimes you have to find an easier, softer way.  This episode reviews actions you can take to get unstuck that don't require harsh and hard-core action.  Also discussed: 

• Targeting five essential areas to create change
• How small, incremental actions can lead to significant progress
• The myth of instant change
• Strategies for staying motivated
• How small steps can help you get ...

Kristian Schwartz spearheads The Montgomery Group, a boutique search firm he established, specializing in senior-level marketing and media placements. He is known throughout the industry for his thank-you notes. 

In this episode, we explored the power of thank-you notes and their impact on your professional brand. Whether digital or handwritten, thank-you notes create lasting impressions and show genuine appreciation. In t...

In this episode, I welcome LinkedIn's Top Voice and Recruiter, Sue Gygax, founder of Spectacle Talent Partners, specializing in talent acquisition and career solutions. This episode discusses the evolving trends in job search and recruitment and examines the limitations of current practices. We explore a range of topics, including:

• The inefficiencies in the recruitment process and actionable tips that candidates can use to ...

Navigating the job interview process requires preparation and strategic execution. In this episode, I discuss top tips to ensure you make a memorable impression.  Also in this episode: 

• What you need to do before, during, and after the interview
• An alternative approach to the STAR behavioral-based interview questions 
• How to use your resume and the job description to prepare your professional accomplishments and success examples
• Wh...

Co-dependency is having a moment. You’ve probably heard of co-dependency from social media, or perhaps you’ve heard of support groups that help people with co-dependency. People with codependency at work often form or maintain relationships that are one-sided and emotionally destructive. This behavior is not new. It’s been in the workplace probably as long as we’ve had workplaces and relationships. 

I’ve spent over 25 year...

• How relying solely on external validation hinders personal growth.
• Why the concepts of clarity of purpose, consistent messaging, and cultiva...

From childhood measurements to workplace dynamics, comparison infiltrates every aspect of our lives. But how can we stop the endless cycle of comparing ourselves to others? In this podcast, we explore: 

• The psychological impact of comparison
• The difference between healthy competition and comparison
• 4 practical strategies to break free from comparison

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When embarrassment strikes like a slap in the face, swift recovery is key. In this episode, I share a recent cringe-worthy moment and my foolproof plan for swift recovery. 

Join me as we explore:

• Strategies for navigating embarrassing moments in high-stakes situations.
• Practical tips for managing embarrassment in real-time, ensuring the focus remains on the task at hand.
• The importance of concentration and mindfulness in ...

This episode explores the detrimental impact of an overemphasis on goals and the neglect of essential skills in the workplace.  If your company culture feels weak and your team isn't performing well, this episode is for you. I also discuss: 

• The vital role of essential skills in driving organizational success.
• The adverse outcomes of ignoring essential skills
• How to cultivate a strengths-based culture boosting leadership and ...

Tom Powner, CEO of Career Thinker, an executive resume-writing and boutique recruiting firm, shares his insight on leadership, resume essentials, and navigating the recruiting landscape. In this episode, we discuss: 

• Early leadership mistakes and lessons learned
• Key players in the job search: job seeker, recruiter, company
• Viewing your resume as a Career Marketing campaign
• Common resume mistakes to avoid
• Essential components for dif...

When you need to lead the team through ambiguity, you need a strategy to navigate the 'hallway' of decision-making; in this episode, we discuss: 

• How do you unlock the power of decisive action amidst uncertainty? 
• Strategies for reframing uncertainty
• Techniques to maintain motivation and support within your team 
• How to navigate personal leadership challenges with purpose

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Our brains are wired to keep us safe, and this can keep us confused and indecisive. In this episode, we discuss: 

• Exploring the roots of confusion and indecision in your psyche
• Recognizing the ways in which indecision can hinder personal development
• Developing effective strategies to navigate the complexities of decision-making
• Implementing a straightforward method to transition from confusion to decisive action
• Tools to help you ma...

Amplifying and elevating your career requires a strategy. One of my favorite and most effective approaches is to build a personal board of directors. 

In this episode, I walk you through assembling a dynamic group of mentors, advisors, and industry peers, all committed to your growth. Learn how to choose individuals who will push boundaries and inject diverse perspectives into your decision-making process, going beyond wha...

The sudden loss of my brother cast a long shadow, one that followed me into meeting rooms and coffee breaks, reminding me that grief doesn't punch a time clock. 

Grief isn't an illness or mistake. It is a natural and sacred response to life’s inevitable losses, and in this episode, we peel back the layers of discomfort that shroud death and grief in the workplace. I offer up my story as a lesson in vulnerability ...