Career 101 Podcast

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142

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Jun 2026

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Welcome to the Career 101 Podcast! This is a place for ambitious professionals, seasoned executives, and entrepreneurs who want to get an EDGE in their careers. We discuss everything you were never taught or told about career growth, development, and change! We also discuss entrepreneurship and organizational issues plus how they can affect your career. Porschia Parker-Griffin is host of the Career 101 Podcast and CEO of Fly High Coaching. She's a Professional Certified Coach and Organizational Consultant. Porschia's been a professional coach for over 10 years, coaching hundreds of clients.

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June 4, 2026Episode 14237 min

142. Essentials of People Engagement Strategy with Rachel Platt

People engagement strategy is one of the most talked about topics in the workplace right now. Yet most executives and leaders still struggle to build one that actually moves the needle. Are you clear on what your employees need to stay engaged, and does your organization have the systems to support that?In this episode, you will learn more about the essentials of people engagement strategy. Our host Porschia, alongside guest Rachel Platt, will share their insight on why engagement is no longer a soft topic, and what it really takes to build a culture where people do their best work.They will also discuss the biggest clarity gaps that exist inside organizations today, including how 3 common missteps around job expectations, manager development, and feedback can quietly drain engagement over time. The conversation also covers how companies can use practical tools like stop, start, and continue to assess what is working and what needs to change right now.Click here for full show notes and to learn more: https://www.fly-highcoaching.com/people-engagement-strategyCheck out the master class Career 911: Solving the Top 5 Challenges Executives and Professionals Have: https://fly-high-coaching.thinkific.com/courses/Career%20911%20Master%20Class!

May 21, 2026Episode 14143 min

141. The Truth About Using AI for Resumes

We hear about AI for resumes everywhere, but using it alone often doesn't get you the results you want. Especially if you are an experienced professional or executive. In this episode, host Porschia explains why relying just on AI can leave your resume feeling flat, unclear, or poorly positioned. That is why professional guidance is so important to actually land interviews.Porschia asks a really important question. What is missing when AI writes your resume all by itself? She explores the blind spots that AI just cannot fix. Things like not being able to show your unique achievements, your leadership impact, or your smart career positioning. This episode breaks down how AI is different from a real human approach. And it shows why your own insight is essential for executive level resumes.She also walks through the top challenges professionals face when using AI for resumes. Things like a story that does not quite fit you, words that feel generic and boring, content that is way too stuffed, or failing to show the measurable results you actually created. You will learn why combining AI with expert coaching can turn your resume into a strategic asset instead of just another document.Click here for full show notes and to learn more: https://www.fly-highcoaching.com/ai-for-resumes Check out the master class Career 911: Solving the Top 5 Challenges Executives and Professionals Have: https://go.fly-highcoaching.com/offer-c911

May 7, 202643 min

140. The Truth About Using LinkedIn in Job Search with Christina Cella

LinkedIn in job search has become one of the most important tools for executives and professionals. But let's be honest, so many people feel overwhelmed by networking online or fixing up their profile. Putting yourself out there in a visible way can feel scary, especially when you really need a job.In this episode, you will learn how to use LinkedIn in job search with strategy and real confidence. Host and CEO Porschia sits down with guest Christina Cella for a warm, helpful conversation. They share how LinkedIn can help you build visibility, connect with the right people, and find opportunities that never get posted publicly.They also talk about how to make your profile shine, reach out to people connected to roles you want, and shift the way you think about rejection during your job search. The conversation includes practical ways to use AI for research, targeting companies, prepping for interviews, and coming up with outreach ideas. All while still keeping your own unique voice.Click here for full show notes and to learn more: https://www.fly-highcoaching.com/linkedin-in-job-searchCheck out the master class Career 911: Solving the Top 5 Challenges Executives and Professionals Have: https://fly-high-coaching.thinkific.com/courses/Career%20911%20Master%20Class!

April 16, 2026Episode 13910 min

139. Common Career Advice to Ignore

We hear career advice everywhere, but not all of it actually helps you. Some tips sound smart, safe, and proven by others. But in this episode, host Porschia gently challenges that. She explains why following the wrong guidance can quietly pull you away from the career you truly want.Porschia asks you to consider an honest question. What if the most repeated advice is exactly what you need to question? She walks through 5 career myths that so many professionals still believe. Things like hustle culture, promotion timelines, and the pressure to start a business. This episode reminds you that career success is personal. There is no one size that fits everyone.She also explains why these 5 pieces of career advice can be so misleading. Some create burnout without you even realizing it. Few push people into expensive decisions that don't pay off. Some make you feel behind when you are actually growing in the right direction. The real gift of this episode is not just hearing the myths, it’s learning how to think about your own career more clearly.Porschia brings a thoughtful, grounded perspective from her own work coaching real people through tough career decisions. She points you toward a better approach, one built on strategy and self-awareness. Another that helps you choose what truly fits your strengths, your values, and your long term goals.Click here for full show notes and to learn more: https://www.fly-highcoaching.com/career-advice Check out the master class Career 911: Solving the Top 5 Challenges Executives and Professionals Have: https://go.fly-highcoaching.com/offer-c911

April 2, 2026Episode 13838 min

138. Secrets to Scaling a Business with Steven Pemberton

Entrepreneurial challenges are something every business owner faces along the way. But many professionals and executives struggle with how to handle them when things get real. You might wonder, am I staying focused? Am I making the right calls when everything feels uncertain?In this episode, you will find real, practical help for handling entrepreneurial challenges. Our host and CEO Porschia sits down with returning guest David Shriner-Cahn for a warm conversation about navigating career pivots, staying focused, and building real stability in your business.They open up about the obstacles that trip so many of us up. Things like shiny object syndrome, where every new idea pulls you in a different direction. Time management struggles that leave you exhausted but not productive. And that tricky question of when to pivot versus when to stay consistent. All these little things can quietly slow your growth.Click here for full show notes and to learn more: https://www.fly-highcoaching.com/scaling-a-businessCheck out the master class Career 911: Solving the Top 5 Challenges Executives and Professionals Have: https://go.fly-highcoaching.com/offer-c911

March 19, 2026Episode 13734 min

137. Overcoming Entrepreneurship Challenges with David Shriner-Cahn

Entrepreneurial challenges are something every business owner faces along the way. But many professionals and executives struggle with how to handle them when things get real. You might wonder, am I staying focused? Am I making the right calls when everything feels uncertain?In this episode, you will find real, practical help for handling entrepreneurial challenges. Our host and CEO Porschia sits down with returning guest David Shriner-Cahn for a warm conversation about navigating career pivots, staying focused, and building real stability in your business.They open up about the obstacles that trip so many of us up. Things like shiny object syndrome, where every new idea pulls you in a different direction. Time management struggles that leave you exhausted but not productive. And that tricky question of when to pivot versus when to stay consistent. All these little things can quietly slow your growth.Click here for full show notes and to learn more: https://www.fly-highcoaching.com/entrepreneurship-challenges Check out the master class Career 911: Solving the Top 5 Challenges Executives and Professionals Have: https://go.fly-highcoaching.com/offer-c911

March 5, 2026Episode 13614 min

136. The Top 5 Entrepreneurial Skills to be Successful

We hear so much about the dream of starting your own business, but not a lot about the entrepreneurship skills necessary. Freedom, flexibility, being your own boss, it sounds beautiful. But in this episode, host Porschia gets real about the other side of building a business. It asks for sacrifice, long hours, taking on financial risk, and carrying the weight of every single decision yourself.Porschia gently challenges listeners with an honest question. Do you really want to be an entrepreneur? She breaks down the mindset shift from employee to business owner. She talks openly about the real costs, like time commitment, mental load, and financial uncertainty. If hearing all of that still lights you up inside, then it's time to build the right entrepreneurial skills.She walks through the top five entrepreneurial skills every business owner truly needs. Here is the breaks down five critical entrepreneurial skills that separate struggling founders from those who actually grow successful businesses. These words sound simple enough. But the real magic is understanding how these skills actually play out in your everyday business life.Porschia also shares a really honest, personal moment from her early business days. She opened up about feeling completely stuck and why hiring a business coach changed everything for her. She explains how having expert guidance, staying accountable, and making smarter decisions helped her finally move forward.Click here for full show notes and to learn more: https://www.fly-highcoaching.com/entrepreneurial-skills Check out the master class Career 911: Solving the Top 5 Challenges Executives and Professionals Have: https://go.fly-highcoaching.com/offer-c911

February 19, 2026Episode 13542 min

135. Improving Emotional Intelligence with Susan Schwartz

Improving emotional intelligence is becoming one of the most important skills for professionals and leaders. It helps you communicate well, build real connections, and lead with confidence. Many high achievers rely on technical skills but struggle when success depends on staying calm, handling conflict, and connecting with people.In this episode, you'll discover how improving emotional intelligence helps you pause before reacting. You'll learn to choose responses that achieve better results for everyone. Host Porschia sits down with leadership coach Susan Schwartz for a warm conversation about how emotional intelligence shows up at work and why it matters for leadership, communication, and team dynamics.They explore how emotional intelligence can be measured and strengthened over time. You'll hear real stories of leaders who improved collaboration, reduced tension, and built stronger bonds at work. They got curious about themselves and changed small behaviors. The conversation reminds us that emotional intelligence isn't just about feelings. It's about the choices we make and how our actions affect others.Click here for full show notes and to learn more: https://www.fly-highcoaching.com/improving-emotional-intelligence Check out the master class Career 911: Solving the Top 5 Challenges Executives and Professionals Have: https://go.fly-highcoaching.com/offer-c911

February 5, 2026Episode 13439 min

134. Creating Your Career Planning Process with Cassie Spencer

The Career Planning Process is something a lot of us, even successful professionals, sometimes skip or get wrong. We often hope our careers will just work themselves out, but years can go by without a real plan. This can lead to feeling stuck, frustrated, or like something important is missing when things don't move forward.In this episode, you’ll discover how to see Career Planning not as a strict map, but as a flexible guide you can return to again and again. Our warm and insightful host, CEO Porschia, chats with the wonderful career coach Cassie Spencer. They dive into why being intentional with your career path truly matters for your happiness, growth, and success down the road.They also talk about finding the sweet spot between having a plan and welcoming happy accidents. They show how being reflective, taking action, and staying open can actually create your own lucky breaks. The conversation points out common missteps we all make in career planning and shares heartfelt, practical ways to check if your job, your company, and your bigger dreams are still in harmony.Click here for full show notes and to learn more: https://www.fly-highcoaching.com/career-planning-process Check out the master class Career 911: Solving the Top 5 Challenges Executives and Professionals Have: https://go.fly-highcoaching.com/offer-c911

January 29, 2026Episode 13338 min

133. Preparing for Your Career Reinvention with Scott Mason

Reinvention takes the spotlight in this episode. CEO host Porschia and guest Scott Mason discuss why holding onto “safe” jobs can backfire in today’s shifting market, and how intentional change can align your work with who you are. You’ll receive clear steps on how to listen to that inner call, choose courageously, and take action for a career change.They share a practical definition of reinvention: moving from a KPI-driven identity to purpose-driven impact. Scott reveals how mindset and personal narrative shape your decisions, using story archetypes to uncover unhelpful beliefs about money, status, and failure. Then, he lays out your first actionable steps, starting this week.Real reinvention unfolds over months, not days. Prepare for a 3–6 month journey of discovery, messaging, and launch. You’ll also discover why charisma is crucial during transition, helping you attract support, communicate your value clearly, and build forward momentum.Click here for full show notes and to learn more: https://www.fly-highcoaching.com/reinventionCheck out the master class Career 911: Solving the Top 5 Challenges Executives and Professionals Have: https://fly-high-coaching.thinkific.com/courses/Career%20911%20Master%20Class!