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Career Uprising

Career Uprising

By: Lorraine Rise
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 Are you over 40, or even over 50, and feeling stuck or overlooked because of your age? Imagine if your experience was celebrated, not rejected. On Career UpRising, Lorraine Rise shows professionals in the mid and late career stage how to combat ageism and up-level their careers. As a 2X career changer and seasoned recruiter, Lorraine knows the challenges of getting hired, especially when you’ve got gray hairs. Whether you're ready for a complete career shift or just want to take your current role to new heights, Lorraine shares the insights, strategies and inspiration you need to make it happen. No more feeling resigned to a job that doesn't fulfill you. Tune in to discover how to: - Position your age as a competitive advantage - Break free from a toxic work environment - Negotiate a higher salary and better benefits - Find meaningful work that aligns with your values - Beat out younger candidates for your dream role It's time to master your next career move and write the next empowering chapter of your professional story. Career UpRising is your roadmap. Career Success Economics Leadership Management & Leadership
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    Women In The C-Suite: An Interview with Dr. Cynthia Bentzen-Mercer
    Aug 11 2025

    Why do so many high-achieving women stay stuck—even when they’re craving change? In this powerful episode, Lorraine sits down with Cynthia Bentzen-Mercer, an executive coach and expert in leadership transformation, to explore what it really takes to navigate career transitions with clarity and courage.

    Cynthia shares actionable tools like the Now, Near, Next framework and the 7-Minute Pivot Practice, designed to help women take control of their careers—without burning it all down. From breaking mindset traps to embracing restlessness as a sign of growth, this episode is packed with insight and inspiration for women ready to lead with purpose.

    Tune in now to hear how the smallest shifts can lead to the biggest breakthroughs.

    Learn more about Cynthia here:

    https://nownearnext.net/

    https://www.bentzenperformancepartners.com/
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    32 mins
  • The Layoff Journey with Steve Jaffe

    The Layoff Journey with Steve Jaffe
    Aug 4 2025

    Laid off—now what?

    In this empowering episode, Lorraine talks with author and marketing strategist Steve Jaffe, who’s been through four corporate layoffs. Together, they unpack the emotional journey of job loss and how to rebuild with confidence, clarity, and purpose.

    You’ll learn how to:

    Navigate the stages of layoff grief

    Reclaim your career identity

    Build resilience for what’s next

    Tune in and discover why your layoff might be the beginning—not the end.
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    25 mins
  • The Job Seeker's Journey with Bradley Stair

    The Job Seeker's Journey with Bradley Stair
    Jul 21 2025

    What does it really take to land a job in today’s competitive market?

    In this insightful episode, Lorraine speaks with Bradley Stair, a marketing professional who is currently job searching. He shares his experience with the emotional and strategic ups and downs of the modern job search. From rejection to resilience, Bradley shares real-world advice to help job seekers stay motivated and move forward with confidence.

    In this episode, we discuss:

    The emotional journey of job searching

    How to bounce back from rejection and stay confident

    The role of mindset in attracting the right opportunities

    Whether you’re actively job hunting or just starting to explore what’s next, this conversation will help you navigate the job search with clarity and strategy.

    Learn more at www.careeruprising.com
    Learn more about Bradley Stair at www.thejobseekersjourney.com
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    30 mins
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