Career 101 Podcast

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146

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Aug 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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August 20, 2026Episode 14734 min

147. AI Skills to Enhance Your Career with Dr. Steven Kirch

AI skills have quickly become one of the most talked about topics in every industry, but most professionals are only scratching the surface of what AI can actually do for their careers. Many executives use it for email or content creation and stop there, missing the deeper ways it can change how they think, decide, and solve problems. Do you know how to use AI as a real thinking partner, or are you still treating it like a search engine? In this episode, you will learn more about the AI skills that can actually move your career forward. Our host Porschia, alongside guest Dr. Steven Kirch, will share their insight on why learning to use AI is no longer optional for professionals who want to stay competitive, and what happens to the people who wait. They will also discuss 3 commonly overlooked ways to use AI as a thinking partner, including asking for expert perspectives, surfacing second-order consequences of decisions, and requesting options instead of answers. The conversation also covers the soft skills that AI cannot replace, like empathy, clear communication, and human connection, and why those matter more now than they did before AI entered the workplace. Click here for full show notes and to learn more: https://www.fly-highcoaching.com/ai-skills Check out the master class Career 911: Solving the Top 5 Challenges Executives and Professionals Have : https://go.fly-highcoaching.com/offer-c911

August 6, 2026Episode 14635 min

146. Developing Your Own Leadership Strategy with Kyle Pertuis

Leadership strategy is the foundation of this episode, and the conversation is built for professionals who are ready to stop reacting and start leading deliberately. Many executives spend years executing without ever designing a clear direction for themselves or their teams. You will walk away with a new way of thinking about what it takes to grow, lead well, and bring people with you. Our host Porschia, alongside guest Kyle Pertuis, get into what it actually means to develop a leadership strategy as opposed to just a plan, and why understanding the difference changes how you lead every day. Kyle shares his 3-pillar formula of awareness, connection, and engagement, and explains how each one shapes the energy and effectiveness of the leader you are becoming. Expect a grounded conversation with real examples and ideas you can bring into your next leadership decision. They also tackle the biggest mistakes executives make when developing leadership strategies for their teams, including why disengaged leaders and a constant search for external solutions quietly cost organizations more than they realize. Kyle challenges leaders to stop overlooking the development resource already sitting inside their own organizations, and explains why leveraging internal talent is one of the most underused and most powerful moves a leader can make. Click here for full show notes and to learn more: https://www.fly-highcoaching.com/leadership-strategy Check out the master class Career 911: Solving the Top 5 Challenges Executives and Professionals Have : https://go.fly-highcoaching.com/offer-c911

July 23, 2026Episode 14540 min

145. Salary Negotiation Skills and Strategies with Candyce Hunt

Salary negotiation skills and strategies are something most professionals know they need, but few feel confident using. Many executives and high performers are significantly underpaid, often without realizing it, and without knowing how to change it. Do you know what you are actually worth in the market, and do you have the tools to ask for it? In this episode, you will learn more about salary negotiation skills and strategies. Our host Porschia, alongside guest Candyce Hunt, share their insight on why so many high performers stay underpaid and what it actually takes to change that. They explore how the mindset you bring to the negotiation table matters just as much as the number you bring with you. They will also discuss the 4 real costs of not negotiating your salary, and why the impact goes far beyond your paycheck. The conversation also walks through the TRUE framework, Candyce's step-by-step approach to negotiation that begins with internal work long before you ever sit across from a hiring manager. Click here for full show notes and to learn more: https://www.fly-highcoaching.com/salary-negotiation-skills-and-strategies Check out the master class Career 911: Solving the Top 5 Challenges Executives and Professionals Have : https://go.fly-highcoaching.com/offer-c911

July 8, 2026Episode 14414 min

144. What to Do When You're Laid Off

Knowing what to do when you're laid off can mean the difference between landing a better role in 90 days or spinning your wheels for two years. Most professionals jump straight into applying online, and that one move quietly costs them months. Are you clear on what actually works in the first 30 days after a layoff? Porschia, host and CEO of Fly High Coaching, walks through the 3 most important things to do immediately after a layoff so you can protect your confidence, regain control, and make your next move strategically rather than emotionally. She also breaks down the biggest mistakes professionals make right after a layoff. Things like applying before updating your resume, skipping your personal brand audit, and leaning on friends and family for market insight they simply don't have. This episode covers how to calculate your financial runway, define your target list, and shift from job seeker to problem solver before you send a single application. Click here for full show notes and to learn more: https://www.fly-highcoaching.com/what-to-do-when-youre-laid-off Check out the master class Career 911: Solving the Top 5 Challenges Executives and Professionals Have : https://go.fly-highcoaching.com/offer-c911 SMART Job Seeker’s Guide

June 18, 2026Episode 14339 min

143. Multi-Generational Mentoring at Work with Dr. Summer Watson

Mentoring at work only succeeds when leaders understand the generation sitting across the table from them. Most companies are juggling five generations at once, each shaped by different experiences, different communication styles, and different ideas about what support looks like. Are you confident your mentoring approach actually works across that gap? In this episode, you will learn more about multi-generational mentoring at work. Our host Porschia, alongside guest Dr. Summer Watson, will share their insight on why ego is often the biggest barrier to cross-generational collaboration, and what it really takes to build mentorship that sticks. They will also discuss 4 common reasons mentoring programs fail, including the lack of structure, follow-up, and oversight that quietly kills good intentions. The conversation also covers what makes mentoring work when it crosses generational lines, and why a sense of belonging matters more than most leaders realize. Click here for full show notes and to learn more: https://www.fly-highcoaching.com/mentoring-at-work Check 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 !

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-strategy Check 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-search Check 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-business Check out the master class Career 911: Solving the Top 5 Challenges Executives and Professionals Have : https://go.fly-highcoaching.com/offer-c911