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Welcome to CareerConvos™️ with Nikki, the podcast that’s all about owning your career and showing up as your authentic self. Whether you’re preparing for the CPA exam, navigating the corporate world, or building your own business, this is the career coaching you need to elevate your career.
I’m Nikki, a CPA, corporate accounting executive, and WERKin' Momma with a passion for sharing career experiences and guidance for accounting and finance professionals.
Do you have a professional development budget at work? I dare you ask for one.
Each episode is a conversation about what you need to know as you build your brand, work your way up the corporate ladder, and managing up, down, and across your organization. You'll get the unfiltered, unedited truth, as we have real conversations about what it really means to DO THE WORK to empower you to take charge of your career. So, grab your your water, your tea, your whiskey, or your coffee and let's go!Visit nikkwinstoncpa.com/career to schedule a career assessment with me plus explore resources like interview prep, building your brand, networking, and career coaching to help you elevate your career.
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Are you looking for answers to questions about your career? Email me your career questions and I'll answer on an upcoming episode of #CareerConvos™️ with Nikki.
Career Q&A: should I still give notice if I leave a job because of a toxic workplace?My answer is YES.
Don’t let a toxic workplace dictate how you carry yourself. Handle professional situations with grace no matter what. For these reasons:
Somebody’s coming into that job after you. Don’t make it harder for them because of what you had going on. In fact, make it easier for them because they’re about to be dealing with the same problems you dealt with. Once you allow the toxic workplace to rub off on you and impact your behavior, you’ll carry that, in some aspect, to a new role and worse…Into your personal life. How many times have you complained to a friend or family member about the fuckery you’re dealing with at work? Now you’re spreading the negativity that you’re trying to get away from to people you love. On that same note, I know you got some small words you wanna say to your manager. Are you willing to degrade your brand over it? It’s really not worth it and won’t make a difference because… point 5!The leaders in a toxic workplace already know their workplace is toxic, yet they do nothing about it.Toxic work environments permeate the ecosystem of a business. It shows in how the company treats employees, through interactions with customers, even how they pay their bills.
So the job didn’t turn out to be what you thought it was. You wound up working for a manager that shouldn’t have been a manager. It happens, it’s OK.
The takeaways:
Don’t let a bad work environment define you. Being in toxic work environments is a reminder to be more selective in the jobs you choose. Don’t take a job because it’s convenient or pays more - everything is negotiable. Preserve your brand, even if you don’t like your coworkers. All it takes is a hot second to destroy your reputation. Don’t buy in to the pettiness.You have to develop the ability to work with people you don’t like. That’s a deeper conversation.
What if an interviewer asks you why you’re leaving your job? Would you say it’s because of a toxic workplace or something else? We'll talk about that on another episode.
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This episode of #CareerConvos™️ with Nikki is about:
Speaking up in meetings, letting your presence be knownHaving an agenda for your meetings - even if you create your ownEverything you think and feel doesn't need to be put in the universeOwn the energy that you bring into the environmentWhether you're at the office or at the house, get dressed for workThere's nothing "soft" about soft skills, they're transferable and they can take you farThere are things at work that you can't control, but there are things that you can control: your appearance, your energy, your attitude, and your effort
"Don't be the person that people look to for gossip, but they won't look to for guidance."
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Don’t assume that your manager really knows what you're up to at work. They too have a career to manage + other people, so your stuff isn’t always top of mind. Join me to explore practical ways to manage upward and use your influence, regardless of your job title.
From improving communication to highlighting your achievements effectively, this episode of #CareerConvos™️ with Nikki gives you the tools to steer your career. Learn how to navigate office dynamics confidently so your hard work gets noticed.
Tap in and discover how to shape your professional journey strategically!
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You're burned out at work. Before you go looking for a new job, ask yourself: What are you running TO, or what are you running away FROM?
In this episode of Career Convos with Nikki, I'm talking about burnout, corporate drama, and the challenges of networking in a remote world. With over one-third of employees looking for new jobs and more than 7.8 million people having already left their positions, burnout is a significant issue we can't ignore. I'll explore a crucial question: Are you running to something better or running away from your current situation?
As you consider leaving your job, it's important to reflect on a few key aspects. I'll discuss what to evaluate before making a career move and how to navigate the corporate landscape during these turbulent times.
Here's a guide to go along with this episode to help you manage up and navigate the office antics: Smart 1:1 Guide for Employee Manager Meetings
Some highlights in this episode:
Burnout in the Workplace
- It's crazy that 7.8 MILLION people have left their jobs due to burnout, entrepreneurship, and other reasons
- Do you wake up excited to go to work?Corporate Drama
- Don't leave your job because of another person
- The impact of corporate culture on employee well-beingNetworking in a Remote World
- Don't get lost in the virtual sauce
- Strategies for building and maintaining professional relationships remotelySelf-Reflection Before a Career Move
- Key questions to ask yourself about job fulfillment
- Evaluating your motivations and goalsGet Help with a Career Assessment
If you're feeling overwhelmed or considering a career change, let's talk. Schedule a career assessment with me. Let's find the professional clarity you need to move forward with confidence.Also download the guide to having 1:1 conversations with your manager so it doesn't feel awkward or forced.
I hope this episode helps you find the clarity and motivation to take charge of your career. You deserve it!
