- EP #43: From Stuck to Success: How to Navigate Taking the Leap and Pivoting Careers
This is a live recording from an event UNSTUCKKD and The Aster Hotel did for the Aster’s private members club in LA.
What we cover in this event:
- How to maximize your corporate experience (or maximize your skills in a side hustle)
- How to realign yourself with the career you want
- How to overcome rock bottom and the downward spiral in order to get back on track
- How to advocate for yourself and make more money
Talking points and discussion questions to cover above:
- What was the first major pivot you made in your career?
- What advice would you give someone who wants to pivot but has no idea what to do?
- How do you figure out what you’re good at?
- Are there any untraditional steps you have taken that are attributed to your success? (i.e. going against standard advice or advice given my experts, etc)
- How to make yourself stand out in a saturated job market
- How to fire your toxic boss (or client)
About the Programming Partners:
Kahlil Dumas | UNSTUCKKD
Kahlil Dumas, also known as “KD”, is a serial entrepreneur, podcaster, and business advisor. Kahlil is the CEO of UNSTUCKKD, host of the UNSTUCKKD Podcast, CPO at Her First $100k, and Senior Product Advisor to 1AND1. Kahlil is committed to helping 10 million people get unstuck by helping you heal your trauma with money, redefining what generational wealth and prosperity mean to you, and setting you up with a financial foundation to make you rich. After quitting corporate in 2022, Kahlil will teach you how to use your power to build the life you want!
Tiffany | Brand Curators
Hannah Williams | Salary Transparent Street
Gaby Ianniello | Corporate Quitter
Links:
1h 4m | Mar 20, 2023 - EP #42: The Entrepreneurial Trap: Balancing Healing and Success After Corporate America with Kahlil Dumas
In this week's Mini-Monday episode we talk about how to heal and find success after leaving corporate America. If you are still working in a corporate job, I give you actionable steps on how to heal from potential trauma you may experienced
13m | Mar 13, 2023 - EP #41: Overcoming Resistance to Change with Kahlil Dumas
In this week's Mini-Monday episode we talk about:
- UNSTUCKKD article with Chime
- Upcoming events with Kahlil
- Overcoming resistance to change
8m | Mar 6, 2023 - EP #40: The Forefront of Black Business with Jordyn Weaver
Episode Overview:
- The intention and reason Jordyn started Forefront ATL
- Discussion on the lack of diversity and inclusion in the entrepreneurship world
- Strategies to overcome systemic barriers faced by Black entrepreneurs
- Tips and advice for aspiring Black entrepreneurs to navigate any industry
Connect with Jordyn Weaver
Meet Jordyn Weaver, CEO & Founder of The Forefront ATL. Forefront is an affiliate marketplace where anyone can discover, shop, and get paid to share their favorite Black-owned brands with the world! We’re making a way for Black brands and influencers to earn, thrive, and SHINE online by connecting them in one place for paid affiliate partnerships.
Forefront will help Black brands become some of the world’s most reputable and sought-after brands that will be supported by consumers all across the globe - we'll do this by turning everyday consumers into paid affiliates.
33m | Feb 26, 2023 - EP #39: The Importance of Salary Transparency with Hannah Williams & James Daniels
Episode Overview:
- Learn the Importance of Salary Transparency: Should You Share Your Salary With Friends and Family?
- Meet Hannah and James: How They Launched Salary Transparent Street After Quitting Their Corporate Jobs
- Are You Being Underpaid? Hannah's Experience Can Help You
- The Benefits of Salary Transparency in the Workplace
- The Role of Salary Transparency in Fighting Pay Inequality and Closing the Gender Wage Gap
Connect with Hannah Williams & James Daniel
Meet Hannah Williams and James Daniels, the creators behind Salary Transparent Street, a platform that aims to promote salary transparency, combat discriminatory tendencies in employment, and close pay gaps in the Washington, DC area. Through viral street interviews, they encourage strangers to share their job roles and earnings in an effort to break money taboos and empower workers to build wealth.
32m | Feb 20, 2023 - EP #37: From Layoffs to Entrepreneurship: How to Thrive After Layoffs with Kahlil Dumas
Are you dealing with being laid off or anticipate being laid off? In this mini-Monday episode I walk you through:
- My journey of being laid off from corporate and making the transition into entrepreneurship
- Tips on how to bounce back from a layoff
- A personal account of how I recovered from being laid off three weeks before my wedding.
Advertising/Co-Branding Inquiries: unstuckkd.com/pages/for-brands
9m | Jan 30, 2023 - EP #36: Finding Balance: How to Achieve Wellness in All Seven Dimensions with Thomas Drew
Episode Overview:
- Learn how to optimize the 7 dimensions of wellness
- Thomas talks about why he launched 1AND1
- How to take care of your mind, body, wallet, and relationships
Advertising/Co-Branding Inquiries: unstuckkd.com/pages/for-brands
Connect with Thomas Drew
44m | Jan 23, 2023 - EP #35: Creative Currency: How Bartering Can Help You Build a Business with Chad Balkum and Johnathan Wellington
Episode Overview:
- Learn how to harness the power of bartering to launch your business or creative idea
- Learn about Chad and Johnathan's companies Skillhaus and Barter
- Explore why your dreams should not be deferred due to circumstance
- How to get unstuck when starting your business or career
Advertising/Co-Branding Inquiries: unstuckkd.com/pages/for-brands
Connect with Chad & Johnathan
Dreams shouldn't go deferred due to a lack of income or resources. That's why Skillhaus co-founders Chad & Johnathan created their platform to help creatives get projects off the ground through bartering. It's simple, skill for skill.
29m | Jan 16, 2023 - EP #34: Setting and Achieving Realistic Goals: How to Create a New Year's Resolution Plan with Kahlil Dumas
Feeling unsure about how to set achievable goals for 2023? I will walk you through how I set my New Years goals in this mini Monday episode.
Advertising/Co-Branding Inquiries: unstuckkd.com/pages/for-brands
14m | Jan 9, 2023 - EP #33: How to Harness Creativity in Your Business with Luna Malbroux
Episode Overview:
- How Luna harnesses her creativity as Chief Vibe Officer of Joy Channel
- How to confidently express your creativity
- Learn the benefits of being a remote entrepreneur
- Get vulnerable with Luna and Kahlil about the challenges of entrepreneurship
Advertising/Co-Branding Inquiries: unstuckkd.com/pages/for-brands
Connect with Luna
Luna Malbroux is a multi-faceted performer (writer, comedian, musician) and the founder and Chief Vibe Officer of Joy Channel, a multi-displinary consulting and production agency that aims to shift culture through focusing on relationships, creativity, equity and joy.
38m | Jan 3, 2023 - EP #32: The Power of Authenticity: How Being Your True Self Can Help You Stand Out Online with Megan Gersch
Episode Overview:
- How Megan creates bold web designs and branding for creatives
- How Megan overcame and continues to overcome the challenges of running her business full-time
- The challenges and opportunities that comes with being an entrepreneur
Advertising/Co-Branding Inquiries: unstuckkd.com/pages/for-brands
Connect with Megan
Megan Gersch is a branding and web design unicorn that has been in the field for over 15 years. She has worked with some of the most well-known names in the entertainment industry (Netflix, Spaceland Presents, The Echo, Echoplex, Regent Theater, KCRW Radio, and Live Nation). She also cohosts the Your Sparkly Brand podcast, a show designed to empower entrepreneurs with the tips, tools and strategies needed make their businesses stand out from their competitors.
29m | Dec 19, 2022 - EP #31: The Growth House: Tips and Strategies for Building a Successful Brand with Jesse Ray
Episode Overview:
- How to optimize your environment for better outcomes for your life and business
- The strategies Jesse and Kahlil used to build their businesses
- Learn about how and why Jesse built "The Growth House"
- How Jesse transitioned from Corporate America to being his own boss
Advertising/Co-Branding Inquiries: unstuckkd.com/pages/for-brands
Connect with Jesse
Jesse started his career in sales which blossomed into setting company records, being a President’s Club Winner, and a Million Dollar Producer. However, during his corporate career, he knew he didn’t want someone else controlling his life. He sought time and financial freedom, and also realized he has a way bigger purpose. For 5 years, Jesse struggled with the transition to Entrepreneurship. He lacked the confidence, mentorship and know-how to transition to becoming an entrepreneur. Now that he has officially retired from “Corporate America,” he wants to be that mentor and coach for others.
31m | Dec 12, 2022 - EP #30: The Business of Life Performance Coaching with Monika Mazur
Episode Overview:
- How Monika transitioned from body builder to scaling her holistic fitness business
- How stillness can help us fulfill our wants and needs
- Learn about Monika's BBM method
- How to be unapologetically yourself
Advertising/Co-Branding Inquiries: unstuckkd.com/pages/for-brands
Connect with Monika
36m | Dec 5, 2022 - EP #29: Finding Your Confidence + Breaking into the Tech Industry with David Khavari
Episode Overview:
- Learn about how David broke into Tech and how he has found success
- How to advocate for yourself in your life and career
- Learn how David uses different life hacks to improve his life each day
- The importance of health and good habits early in your career
- How Kahlil leveraged being laid off to leave corporate
Advertising/Co-Branding Inquiries: unstuckkd.com/pages/for-brands
Connect with David
David is director of product at a Silicon Valley health-tech company focused on AI and automation. He's been part of five venture-backed startups, three of which experienced hyper growth during his tenure. He holds a B.S. and an MBA from Stanford and loves to exercise, spend time with family and friends, and play music.
49m | Nov 30, 2022 - EP #28: Debt Free Millennial with Tara Miller
Episode Overview:
- Learn how Tara helps millennials tackle their student loans
- Learn how to start creating a life that is debt-free
- Understand how Kahlil and Tara use budgeting to stay aligned with their financial goals
- Hear about the impact being laid off can have on your finances and mental health
Advertising/Co-Branding Inquiries: unstuckkd.com/pages/for-brands
Connect with Tara
Tara is a student loan consultant and the creator behind the page Debt Free Millennial. Tara has 7 years of experience in the financial industry and created her page to help spread financial literacy and educate others on their student loans.
27m | Aug 30, 2022 - EP #27: Building Your Brand and Amplifying Diverse Voices with Tiffany Knighten
Episode Overview:
- How to build your brand as a Black entrepreneur
- Learn Tiff's most valuable skills that helped her scale 'Brand Curators'
- Learn about Tiff's journey living at the"Black House", a house in Toronto for black entrepreneurs established by leaders from The Weeknd's XO Brand
- How to succeed as a entrepreneur while taking care of yourself
Advertising/Co-Branding Inquiries: unstuckkd.com/pages/for-brands
Connect with Tiffany
Tiffany Chanel Knighten is an award winning PR and branding expert based in New York City. Tiffany is the Founder & CEO of Brand Curators, a creative agency dedicated to amplifying diverse voices through brand building and influential storytelling.
46m | Aug 22, 2022 - EP #26: Fire Your Toxic Boss (3 Signs It Is Time) with Kahlil Dumas
In this week's mini Monday episode, we explore signs to be aware of when committing to or examining your current corporate leadership. This also applies to entrepreneurs when selecting sponsorships offers.
Fire Your Boss (Medium article)
Advertising/Co-Branding Inquiries: unstuckkd.com/pages/for-brands
8m | Aug 15, 2022 - EP #25: Navigating Corporate with Sophia Zarate
Episode Overview:
- Learn the ups and down of navigating corporate as a latinx
- How and why Sophia started the podcast "Corporate Pero Latinos"
- How to know when to move on from your current role
- How to define success on your terms
Advertising/Co-Branding Inquiries: unstuckkd.com/pages/for-brands
Connect with Sophia
Corporate Pero Latinos Podcast
Sophia is a First-Generation Mexican-American professional and the creator behind "Corporate Pero Latina". She leverages her social media platforms to facilitate connections through relatability and community. Sophia has used her charisma and influence to create a community known as "Corporate Pero Latinos" in NYC and is now expanding this community to include other locations, such as Los Angeles, CA and Austin, TX.
48m | Aug 8, 2022 - EP #24: Build Toward Financial Freedom with Dan Roman
Episode Overview:
- How to build your financial foundation through automation and strategy
- How to commit to financial freedom
- Explore Dan's "WHAT Strategy" and Roman Solutions
- Learn the difference between generational debt and generational wealth
Advertising/Co-Branding Inquiries: unstuckkd.com/pages/for-brands
Connect with Chris
Dan is a husband, stay-at-home father, financial coach, and educator. Dan is focused on keeping personal finance simple to remove the stress and overwhelm around money.
27m | Jul 25, 2022
