• Ep 53 - Best CEOs of 2024
    Dec 28 2024
    Ep 53 - Best CEOs of 2024 In this year-ending episode of the Career Coaches Xs and Os podcast, I present my list of the top seven CEOs of 2024. Last December, I highlighted the worst CEOs of 2023, but I've decided to take a more positive approach this year. My goal is to provide my listeners with well-rounded executive examples to learn from and be inspired by.Here is our list of the Top CEOs of 2024:Taylor SwiftArthur Blank, chairman of The Arthur Blank Family FoundationSatya Nadell, CEO of MicrosoftChad Richison, CEO of PaycomMaria Black, ADPMicheal Weening, CalixShantanu Narayen, AdobeDo you want to know why I selected these individuals? Listen and find out.Want To Co-host An Episode of Career Coaching Xs and Os? If you want to be entered into a drawing where the winner(s) are offered the opportunity to co-host the Career Coaching Xs and Os podcast, please do the following:Buy My Book - Career Coaching Xs and Os: How to Master the Game of Career Development from Amazon - https://a.co/d/f7irTMLWrite a review for my book on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/review/create-review/?ie=UTF8&channel=glance-detail&asin=B0CXMM24R1Follow me on one of the following social media platforms: X.com - @ceyeroconsltg Instagram - @ceyeroconsulting Facebook - @ceyeroconsultingPost a message on one of the Social Media platforms above stating that you submitted a review on Amazon. We will randomly select the winner(s) from the list of reviewers on March 15, 2025.If you like this podcast, please subscribe and leave us a comment on Apple Podcast, Spreaker, or your favorite podcast platform. If you want to support this Podcast as a Loyal Listener (Supporter) on Spreaker.com, please use this link- https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/career-coaching-xs-and-os--3047801/support *****Subscribe to Ceyero Consulting's YouTube Channel. Track my progress as I complete all 100 Challenges.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7lxMSEtBOAgNBOPrmA9O_wSubscribe To My Other Podcasts:Movie Reviews from the Edge - https://www.spreaker.com/show/movie-reviews-from-the-edgeThe Mark Peterson Show - https://www.spreaker.com/show/the_mark_peterson_show Support the Show Did you know you can support the podcast by joining the Spreaker Supporter Club? For as little as $2.00 per month, you can help me grow the show and produce more episodes. Go to the show page on Spreaker and click https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/career-coaching-xs-and-os--3047801/supportYou can also make one-time donations at my CashApp or Paypal:CashApp - $mpeter1896PayPal – mpeter1896@gmail.com Buy My Books: It is called Career Coaching Xs and Os: How To Master the Game of Career Development. Transform your career trajectory with insider knowledge and actionable advice, all packed into one game-changing guide. Get your copy on Amazon at https://a.co/d/f7irTMLNeed help launching your startup or small business? Please check out my book, #Guerrillapreneur: Small Business Strategy for Davids Wanting to Defeat Goliath, available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Apple Books.Want to improve your negotiation skills? Take the 100 Days of Rejection Therapy Challenge. The goal of the 100 Days of Rejection Therapy Challenge is to desensitize yourself to the pain of rejection and to overcome fear. Check out the website at https://www.rejectiontherapy.com/100-days-of-rejection-therapy. I took several challenges. Click the links to see if I got rejected during my negotiations: (1) Rejection 7: Speak Over Costco's Intercom - https://youtu.be/AycKKgP21fQ (2) Rejection 43: Hug a Walmart Greeter - https://youtu.be/GSjyly_C8pM
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  • Ep 52 - What Cowboy's Owner Jerry Jones Can Teach You About Autocratic Leadership
    Nov 25 2024
    Episode 52 - What Cowboy's Owner Jerry Jones Can Teach You About Autocratic Leadership

    Welcome to another episode of the Career Coaching Xs and Os podcast, where we unlock the strategies and secrets of career success. In today's discussion, we tackle autocratic leadership and its strains on the employees who suffer under it. In this episode, I focus on the owner of the Dallas Cowboys, Jerry Jones. On October 15, 2024, Jones threatened to have three radio station hosts fired if they continued to ask him difficult questions. Can you build a winning culture if your default leadership style is autocratic? Stay tuned for indispensable advice that could redefine your approach to career challenges. Hit play and take control of your career journey.

    Want To Co-host An Episode of Career Coaching Xs and Os? If you want to be entered into a drawing where the winner(s) are offered the opportunity to co-host the Career Coaching Xs and Os podcast, please do the following:


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    5. If you like this podcast, please subscribe and leave us a comment on Apple Podcast, Spreaker, or your favorite podcast platform. If you want to support this Podcast as a Loyal Listener (Supporter) on Spreaker.com, please use this link- https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/career-coaching-xs-and-os--3047801/support

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    Want to improve your negotiation skills? Take the 100 Days of Rejection Therapy Challenge. The goal of the 100 Days of Rejection Therapy Challenge is to desensitize yourself to the pain of rejection and to overcome fear. Check out the website at https://www.rejectiontherapy.com/100-days-of-rejection-therapy. I took several challenges. Click the links to see if I got rejected during my negotiations: (1) Rejection 7: Speak Over Costco's Intercom - https://youtu.be/AycKKgP21fQ (2) Rejection 43: Hug a Walmart Greeter - https://youtu.be/GSjyly_C8pM

    Subscribe to Ceyero Consulting's YouTube Channel. Track my progress as I complete all 100 Challenges.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7lxMSEtBOAgNBOPrmA9O_w

    Need help launching your startup or small business? Please check out my book, #Guerrillapreneur: Small Business Strategy for Davids Wanting to Defeat Goliath, available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Apple Books.

    If you like the Career Coaching Xs and Os podcast, you might also like my other business podcasts, #Guerrillapreneur: The Art of Waging Small Business Warfare (Mastermind Interviews with Entrepreneurs, Consultants, and Business Mavericks) and #Gigging: Everything and Sharing Economy (news and predictions about the Sharing Economy).
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  • Ep 51 - What Do You Do When Your Boss Hires An Employee For Your Department Without Your Consent
    Oct 1 2024
    Ep 51 - What Do You Do when Your Boss Hires An Employee For Your Department Without Your Consent
    Welcome to another episode of the 'Career Coaching Xs and Os' podcast, where we unlock the strategies and secrets of career success. In today's discussion, we tackle a scenario that many managers encounter but seldom discuss: the unexpected hiring of a new team member by your superior without your input. It's a delicate situation that can test the limits of your professional relationships and decision-making. Before you consider stepping down, join us as we explore the complexities and nuances behind such decisions. Stay tuned for indispensable advice that could redefine your approach to career challenges. Hit play and take control of your career journey.

    Want To Co-host An Episode of Career Coaching Xs and Os? If you want to be entered into a drawing where the winner(s) are offered the opportunity to co-host the Career Coaching Xs and Os podcast, please do the following:

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    If you like this podcast, please subscribe and leave us a comment on Apple Podcast, Spreaker, or your favorite podcast platform. If you want to support this Podcast as a Loyal Listener (Supporter) on Spreaker.com, please use this link- https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/career-coaching-xs-and-os--3047801/support

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    Want to improve your negotiation skills? Take the 100 Days of Rejection Therapy Challenge. The goal of the 100 Days of Rejection Therapy Challenge is to desensitize yourself to the pain of rejection and to overcome fear. Check out the website at https://www.rejectiontherapy.com/100-days-of-rejection-therapy. I took several challenges. Click the links to see if I got rejected during my negotiations: (1) Rejection 7: Speak Over Costco's Intercom - https://youtu.be/AycKKgP21fQ (2) Rejection 43: Hug a Walmart Greeter - https://youtu.be/GSjyly_C8pM

    Subscribe to Ceyero Consulting's YouTube Channel. Track my progress as I complete all 100 Challenges.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7lxMSEtBOAgNBOPrmA9O_w

    Need help to launching your startup or small business? Please check out my book, #Guerrillapreneur: Small Business Strategy for Davids Wanting to Defeat Goliath, available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Apple Books.

    If you like the Career Coaching Xs and Os podcast, you might also like my other business podcasts, #Guerrillapreneur: The Art of Waging Small Business Warfare (Mastermind Interviews with Entrepreneurs, Consultants, and Business Mavericks) and #Gigging: Everything and Sharing Economy (news and predictions about the Sharing Economy).
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  • Ep 50 - How To Negotiate Your Salary If You Are An Internal Hire
    Sep 2 2024
    Ep 50 - How To Negotiate Your Salary If You Are An Internal Hire
    Greetings, and thank you for joining us on another insightful episode of the Career Coaching Xs and Os podcast. Today, we delve into a crucial topic that many professionals face: negotiating your salary as an internal hire. We'll explore strategies to help you confidently navigate this conversation, ensuring you're equipped to advocate for your worth within your organization. Don't miss out on these valuable insights—press play now to empower your career trajectory.

    Want To Co-host An Episode of Career Coaching Xs and Os? If you want to be entered into a drawing where the winner(s) are offered the opportunity to co-host the Career Coaching Xs and Os podcast, please do the following:

    1. Buy My Book - Career Coaching Xs and Os: How to Master the Game of Career Development from Amazon - https://a.co/d/f7irTML

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    4. Post a message on one of the Social Media platforms above stating that you submitted a review on Amazon. We will randomly select the winner(s) from the list of reviewers on August 31, 2024.

    If you like this podcast, please subscribe and leave us a comment on Apple Podcast, Spreaker, or your favorite podcast platform. If you want to support this Podcast as a Loyal Listener (Supporter) on Spreaker.com, please use this link- https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/career-coaching-xs-and-os--3047801/support

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    Want to improve your negotiation skills? Take the 100 Days of Rejection Therapy Challenge. The goal of the 100 Days of Rejection Therapy Challenge is to desensitize yourself to the pain of rejection and to overcome fear. Check out the website at https://www.rejectiontherapy.com/100-days-of-rejection-therapy. I took several challenges. Click the links to see if I got rejected during my negotiations: (1) Rejection 7: Speak Over Costco's Intercom - https://youtu.be/AycKKgP21fQ (2) Rejection 43: Hug a Walmart Greeter - https://youtu.be/GSjyly_C8pM

    Subscribe to Ceyero Consulting's YouTube Channel. Track my progress as I complete all 100 Challenges.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7lxMSEtBOAgNBOPrmA9O_w

    Need help to launching your startup or small business? Please check out my book, #Guerrillapreneur: Small Business Strategy for Davids Wanting to Defeat Goliath, available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Apple Books.

    If you like the Career Coaching Xs and Os podcast, you might also like my other business podcasts, #Guerrillapreneur: The Art of Waging Small Business Warfare (Mastermind Interviews with Entrepreneurs, Consultants, and Business Mavericks) and #Gigging: Everything and Sharing Economy (news and predictions about the Sharing Economy).
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  • Ep 49 - What Career Lessons Can We Learn From Snoop Dogg?
    Aug 18 2024
    Ep 49 – What Career Advice Can We Learn From Snoop Dogg
    Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Career Coaching Xs and Os podcast, where today's narrative is as unconventional as it is inspiring. We delve into the career trajectory of Calvin Cordozar Broadus, Jr., better known as Snoop Dogg, and extract four pivotal career lessons from his remarkable journey. From his origins in the 1990s gangster rap scene to becoming a global phenomenon and the emblematic face of the Olympics for NBC, Snoop Dogg's evolution is a testament to versatility and reinvention. Join us as we explore how Snoop Dogg's career can inform and transform our professional paths. Tune in now to uncover these insights.

    Want To Co-host An Episode of Career Coaching Xs and Os? If you want to be entered into a drawing where the winner(s) are offered the opportunity to co-host the Career Coaching Xs and Os podcast, please do the following:

    1. Buy My Book - Career Coaching Xs and Os: How to Master the Game of Career Development from Amazon - https://a.co/d/f7irTML

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    4. Post a message on one of the Social Media platforms above stating that you submitted a review on Amazon. We will randomly select the winner(s) from the list of reviewers on August 31, 2024.

    If you like this podcast, please subscribe and leave us a comment on Apple Podcast, Spreaker, or your favorite podcast platform. If you want to support this Podcast as a Loyal Listener (Supporter) on Spreaker.com, please use this link- https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/career-coaching-xs-and-os--3047801/support

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    Want to improve your negotiation skills? Take the 100 Days of Rejection Therapy Challenge. The goal of the 100 Days of Rejection Therapy Challenge is to desensitize yourself to the pain of rejection and to overcome fear. Check out the website at https://www.rejectiontherapy.com/100-days-of-rejection-therapy. I took several challenges. Click the links to see if I got rejected during my negotiations: (1) Rejection 7: Speak Over Costco's Intercom - https://youtu.be/AycKKgP21fQ (2) Rejection 43: Hug a Walmart Greeter - https://youtu.be/GSjyly_C8pM

    Subscribe to Ceyero Consulting's YouTube Channel. Track my progress as I complete all 100 Challenges.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7lxMSEtBOAgNBOPrmA9O_w

    Need help to launching your startup or small business? Please check out my book, #Guerrillapreneur: Small Business Strategy for Davids Wanting to Defeat Goliath, available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Apple Books.

    If you like the Career Coaching Xs and Os podcast, you might also like my other business podcasts, #Guerrillapreneur: The Art of Waging Small Business Warfare (Mastermind Interviews with Entrepreneurs, Consultants, and Business Mavericks) and #Gigging: Everything and Sharing Economy (news and predictions about the Sharing Economy).
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  • Ep 48 - How To Master The Game of Career Development
    Jun 28 2024
    Ep 48 – How To Master The Game of Career Development
    In this episode, I take you through each chapter of my new book, “Career Coaching Xs and Os: How to Master the Game of Career Development.” The book offers a strategic approach to career development, equipping readers with the tools to navigate the complex job market effectively. It emphasizes the importance of mentorship, continuous learning, and adaptability, crucial skills in today's ever-evolving professional landscape. If you are the mother or father of a kid in high school or college, you need to get a copy for them. Are you a middle manager stuck in your corporate structure? You need this book. Are you an entrepreneur working in corporate America, and are you ready to leave to launch your startup? You need this book. Unlock the secrets to career success with 'Career Coaching Xs and Os: How To Master the Game of Career Development' – your playbook for professional growth!

    Want To Co-host An Episode of Career Coaching Xs and Os? If you want to be entered into a drawing where the winner(s) are offered the opportunity to co-host the Career Coaching Xs and Os podcast, please do the following:

    1. Buy My Book - Career Coaching Xs and Os: How to Master the Game of Career Development from Amazon - https://a.co/d/f7irTML

    2. Write a review for my book on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/review/create-review/?ie=UTF8&channel=glance-detail&asin=B0CXMM24R1

    3. Follow me on one of the following social media platforms:
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    4. Post a message on one of the Social Media platforms above stating that you submitted a review on Amazon. We will randomly select the winner(s) from the list of reviewers on August 31, 2024.

    If you like this podcast, please subscribe and leave us a comment on Apple Podcast, Spreaker, or your favorite podcast platform. If you want to support this Podcast as a Loyal Listener (Supporter) on Spreaker.com, please use this link- https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/career-coaching-xs-and-os--3047801/support

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    Want to improve your negotiation skills? Take the 100 Days of Rejection Therapy Challenge. The goal of the 100 Days of Rejection Therapy Challenge is to desensitize yourself to the pain of rejection and to overcome fear. Check out the website at https://www.rejectiontherapy.com/100-days-of-rejection-therapy. I took several challenges. Click the links to see if I got rejected during my negotiations: (1) Rejection 7: Speak Over Costco's Intercom - https://youtu.be/AycKKgP21fQ (2) Rejection 43: Hug a Walmart Greeter - https://youtu.be/GSjyly_C8pM

    Subscribe to Ceyero Consulting's YouTube Channel. Track my progress as I complete all 100 Challenges.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7lxMSEtBOAgNBOPrmA9O_w

    Need help to launching your startup or small business? Please check out my book, #Guerrillapreneur: Small Business Strategy for Davids Wanting to Defeat Goliath, available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Apple Books.

    If you like the Career Coaching Xs and Os podcast, you might also like my other business podcasts, #Guerrillapreneur: The Art of Waging Small Business Warfare (Mastermind Interviews with Entrepreneurs, Consultants, and Business Mavericks) and #Gigging: Everything and Sharing Economy (news and predictions about the Sharing Economy).
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  • Ep 47 - You Just Got Promoted, and Members of Your New Team Don't Want to Report to You
    May 1 2024
    Ep 47 - You Just Got Promoted, and Members of Your New Team Don't Want to Report to You

    In this episode, I attack the issue of microaggressions that female and minority senior executives face. In this case, a junior team member refused to report to a senior team member who was promoted to leader of the group. What would you do if you faced this type of rebellion? Listen to this episode and find out.

    I have released my new book, Career Coaching Xs and Os: How to Master the Game of Career Development. The book offers a strategic approach to career development, equipping readers with the tools to navigate the complex job market effectively. It emphasizes the importance of mentorship, continuous learning, and adaptability, crucial skills in today's ever-evolving professional landscape.

    Buy your copy from Amazon - https://a.co/d/f7irTML

    Want to improve your negotiation skills? Take the 100 Days of Rejection Therapy Challenge. The goal of the 100 Days of Rejection Therapy Challenge is to desensitize yourself to the pain of rejection and to overcome fear. Check out the website at https://www.rejectiontherapy.com/100-days-of-rejection-therapy. I took several challenges. Click the links to see if I got rejected during my negotiations: (1) Rejection 7: Speak Over Costco's Intercom - https://youtu.be/AycKKgP21fQ (2) Rejection 43: Hug a Walmart Greeter - https://youtu.be/GSjyly_C8pM

    Subscribe to Ceyero Consulting's YouTube Channel. Track my progress as I complete all 100 Challenges.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7lxMSEtBOAgNBOPrmA9O_w

    Need help to develop a business pitch for your startup or small business? Check out my online course "How To Develop A Winning Business Pitch" https://ceyero-consulting-eschool.thinkific.com/courses/how-to-develop-a-winning-business-pitch. The course is only $139.00. Are you thinking of launching a business? Please check out my book, #Guerrillapreneur: Small Business Strategy for Davids Wanting to Defeat Goliath, available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and iTunes - shorturl.at/tvLM9

    If you like this episode, please subscribe to this podcast and leave us a comment. Please share this episode with your colleagues. Follow us on Twitter @ceyeroconsltg, Instagram, and Facebook @ceyeroconsulting. Please find us on the web at https://www.ceyero.com.

    Suppose you like Career Coaching Xs and Os. In that case, you might also like my other two business podcasts, #Guerrillapreneur: The Art of Waging Small Business Warfare (Mastermind Interviews with Entrepreneurs, Consultants, and Business Mavericks) and #Gigging: Everything and Sharing Economy (news and predictions about the Sharing Economy).

    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/career-coaching-xs-and-os--3047801/support.
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  • Ep 46 - Navigating Mental Health Issues in Corporate America
    Mar 26 2024
    Episode 46: Navigating Mental Health Issues in Corporate America


    Anxiety and Depression are growing problems in America. According to Forbes, 19% of US Adults suffer from some form of Anxiety and Depression. Unfortunately, one of the side effects of Anxiety and Depression is procrastination. The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated this problem, increasing Anxiety and Depression among adults by 25% since 2020, according to the World Health Organization. As a manager, you are more likely to encounter an employee who suffers from Anxiety and Depression than at any other time in American history. How should you handle a poor-performing employee who suffers from Anxiety and Depression? We discuss some possible options in the episode.


    Want to improve your negotiation skills? Take the 100 Days of Rejection Therapy Challenge. The goal of the 100 Days of Rejection Therapy Challenge is to desensitize yourself to the pain of rejection and to overcome fear. Check out the website at https://www.rejectiontherapy.com/100-days-of-rejection-therapy. I took several challenges. Click the links to see if I got rejected during my negotiations: (1) Rejection 7: Speak Over Costco's Intercom - https://youtu.be/AycKKgP21fQ (2) Rejection 43: Hug a Walmart Greeter - https://youtu.be/GSjyly_C8pM

    Subscribe to Ceyero Consulting's YouTube Channel. Track my progress as I complete all 100 Challenges.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7lxMSEtBOAgNBOPrmA9O_w

    Need help to develop a business pitch for your startup or small business? Check out my online course "How To Develop A Winning Business Pitch" https://ceyero-consulting-eschool.thinkific.com/courses/how-to-develop-a-winning-business-pitch. The course is only $139.00. Are you thinking of launching a business? Please check out my book, #Guerrillapreneur: Small Business Strategy for Davids Wanting to Defeat Goliath, available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and iTunes - shorturl.at/tvLM9

    If you like this episode, please subscribe to this podcast and leave us a comment. Please share this episode with your colleagues. Follow us on Twitter @ceyeroconsltg, Instagram, and Facebook @ceyeroconsulting. Please find us on the web at https://www.ceyero.com.

    Suppose you like Career Coaching Xs and Os. In that case, you might also like my other two business podcasts, #Guerrillapreneur: The Art of Waging Small Business Warfare (Mastermind Interviews with Entrepreneurs, Consultants, and Business Mavericks) and #Gigging: Everything and Sharing Economy (news and predictions about the Sharing Economy).

    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/career-coaching-xs-and-os--3047801/support.
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