Get Clear and Get Hired with Kolby Goodman
What does it take to create a fulfilling, aligned career in 2025?
In this episode of The Leap Lounge, host Joan Russell sits down with career strategist and leadership development expert Kolby Goodman for a deep and empowering conversation about navigating today’s evolving job market—with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
Kolby shares how professionals at any stage in their leap can rethink how they communicate their value, break out of limiting mindsets, and align their strengths with opportunities that actually fit.
Together they explore:
How to position yourself as a problem solver, not just a job title
The “Five Whys” technique to uncover your unique career strengths
Why clarity is the first step to creating momentum
How to shift your language and own your professional identity
What networking really means in 2025 (hint: it’s not about handing out business cards)
Whether you're looking to level up, pivot, or finally own the title you’ve been dreaming about, this episode will help you create a career path that reflects who you truly are.
🔑 Key Takeaways:
Your job isn’t what you do—it’s the problems you solve
Clarity is power: knowing your impact opens the door to opportunity
Use the “Five Whys” to get to the root of your strengths
Networking is about relationship-building, not sales pitches
Speak from your future self and let people meet that version of you
Owning your expertise helps others find you—and trust you
📚 Resources & Mentions:
Start Now and 49 Other Things You Can Do to Be Employed by Graduation – Amazon Kindle
Tim Ferriss: “The quality of your life is directly proportional to the number of uncomfortable conversations you’re willing to have.”
Brian Tracy’s Eat That Frog
📩 Want More?
If you’re ready to build a career that actually fits your life, share this episode with a friend and tag @thejoanrussell or @theleaplounge. For more inspiration, tools, and events, visit theleaplounge.com or IntuitiveNorth.com
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