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/

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.

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

Is career reinvention after 50 possible? Absolutely.

In this episode, Lorraine speaks with Kavita Ahuja, a Certified Career and Life Transitions Coach, and the host of The Midlife Reinvention podcast. After a successful 25-year corporate career, Kavita reinvented herself at age 52 and now helps women rediscover their passions and align their careers with their true purpose.

As the founder of It’s My Time Now Coaching and creator of the Pyramid of Reinvention®, Kavita’s approach guides women through rediscovery and Inspired Action. She shares her journey and insights into how midlife can be a time for new beginnings, not endings.

In this episode, we discuss:

The challenges of career reinvention after 50

How to align your career with your passions

Building confidence and clarity for the next chapter

This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to create a fulfilling career after 50.

Learn more at www.careeruprising.com
Learn more about Kavita Ahuja at www.itsmytimenowcoaching.com

Think your age is a disadvantage in today’s job market? Think again. If you're in the later stages of your career, you bring something that no degree or certification can replace—experience. In this episode, we’ll dive into five practical strategies to help late-career professionals leverage their age as a competitive advantage.

You’ll learn:

- How to reframe your experience as a strength, not a setback

- Ways to stand out in a multigenerational workforce

- How to communicate your value to younger hiring managers

- Strategies for staying current, visible, and competitive

- The mindset shifts that lead to renewed career success

Lorraine recently landed a new role! That's right, Lorraine is back in the corporate world. Don't worry, Career UpRising is still going strong.

In today's personal episode, Lorraine shares the incredible, synchronistic story of how this job came about. It's all the proof you need of the hidden job market.

You’ll learn:

- How to tap into the hidden job market

- Building relationships that lead to job offers

- How one LinkedIn message changed Lorraine's career path

- The mindset shift that created a career breakthrough

Ready to change the way you job search? Let’s dive in.

Learn more at www.careeruprising.com

Having the right experience and credentials is important—but it’s not always what gets you hired. In this episode, Gregory Heller, experienced technologist and career strategist, joins us to unpack why being qualified is only part of the equation.

We’ll dive into:

Why qualifications alone don’t guarantee job offers

The importance of storytelling and personal branding in your job search

How to communicate your value beyond the résumé

What employers are really looking for in today’s market

If you’ve ever felt stuck despite having all the right experience, this conversation will help you shift your strategy and stand out in a competitive market.

Learn more at www.careeruprising.com

Learn about Gregory at gregoryheller.com

Losing a job can feel overwhelming, but you are not alone.

This rebroadcast of one of our most impactful episodes dives into practical strategies to navigate unemployment with confidence and resilience.

We’ll cover:
- How to manage finances and stay afloat during a career transition
- The mindset shifts that will keep you motivated and proactive
- Practical job search strategies to help you bounce back faster
- Ways to build skills, expand your network, and position yourself for success

Unemployment is just a chapter—not the whole story. Tune in for guidance, encouragement, and actionable steps to help you move forward.

Learn more at www.careeruprising.com