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Dec. 29, 2025

Underutilized at work? You might feel burnt out... #corporatelife #employeeengagement #career

Check out the full Episode 60 that addresses the listener question about how to deal with feeling bored at work as they await a promotion that will offer them more of a challenge and likely cure their boredom. As always, the show notes include additional resources to further support anyone dealing with this workplace issue.

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Dec. 26, 2025

Boredom from non-challenging work #corporatelife #employeeengagement #career #careergrowth

Check out the full Episode 60 that addresses the listener question about how to deal with feeling bored at work as they await a promotion that will offer them more of a challenge and likely cure their boredom. As always, the show notes include additional resources to further support anyone dealing with this workplace issue.

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Dec. 23, 2025

Boredom from not enough work #corporatelife #employeeengagement #career #careergrowth

Check out the full Episode 60 that addresses the listener question about how to deal with feeling bored at work as they await a promotion that will offer them more of a challenge and likely cure their boredom. As always, the show notes include additional resources to further support anyone dealing with this workplace issue.

Visit my show’s website, AskChrista.com, for more practical tips, tricks, and learnings from listener questions, where I offer what works, then offer additional r…

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Dec. 22, 2025

It's easier to talk about a career than you think #career #corporatelife #careergrowth

Check out the full Episode 59 that addresses the listener question about how to talk about their job as a career. First: you don’t have to, but it will ease some aspects of a potential job search, interview prep, and negotiating compensation if you feel more confident if asked about your career. As always, the show notes include additional resources to explore various ways to continue your development, including free online courses.

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Dec. 20, 2025

I'm bored at work!! Excerpt from listener question... #corporatelife #employeeengagement

Check out the full Episode 60 that addresses the listener question about how to deal with feeling bored at work as they await a promotion that will offer them more of a challenge and likely cure their boredom. As always, the show notes include additional resources to further support anyone dealing with this workplace issue.

Visit my show’s website, AskChrista.com, for more practical tips, tricks, and learnings from listener questions, where I offer what works, then offer additional r…

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Dec. 19, 2025

Our jobs don't have to be our identity #career #careerdevelopment #careergrowth #corporatelife

Check out the full Episode 59 that addresses the listener question about how to talk about their job as a career. First: you don’t have to, but it will ease some aspects of a potential job search, interview prep, and negotiating compensation if you feel more confident if asked about your career. As always, the show notes include additional resources to explore various ways to continue your development, including free online courses.

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Dec. 18, 2025

My Job Bores Me How Do I Stay On Track? | Ask Christa!

Summary
In this episode of Ask Christa!, host Christa Dhimo addresses a listener's concern about job boredom and the challenges of waiting for a promotion. She emphasizes the importance of open communication with managers and offers strategies to stay engaged at work while waiting for new opportunities. The episode concludes with resources for further reading on managing workplace boredom and preparing for career advancement.

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• Boredom at work is common; enga…

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Dec. 15, 2025

Our careers are often a reflection of who we are #careerdevelopment #career #careergrowth

Check out the full Episode 59 that addresses the listener question about how to talk about their job as a career. First: you don’t have to, but it will ease some aspects of a potential job search, interview prep, and negotiating compensation if you feel more confident if asked about your career. As always, the show notes include additional resources to explore various ways to continue your development, including free online courses.

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Dec. 14, 2025

Job v a Career: Way to frame talking about your career #career #careergrowth #corporatelife

Check out the full Episode 59 that addresses the listener question about how to talk about their job as a career. First: you don’t have to, but it will ease some aspects of a potential job search, interview prep, and negotiating compensation if you feel more confident if asked about your career. As always, the show notes include additional resources to explore various ways to continue your development, including free online courses.

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Dec. 13, 2025

Ways to move on from a d3ad-end job #careergrowth #career #professionaldevelopment

Check out the full Episode 58 that addresses the listener question about how to get out of a dead-end job. As always, the show notes include additional resources to explore various ways to continue your development, including free online courses.

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Dec. 12, 2025

The way people go about a career has changed #careerdevelopment #career #careergrowth

Check out the full Episode 59 that addresses the listener question about how to talk about their job as a career. First: you don’t have to, but it will ease some aspects of a potential job search, interview prep, and negotiating compensation if you feel more confident if asked about your career. As always, the show notes include additional resources to explore various ways to continue your development, including free online courses.

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Dec. 11, 2025

Listener Question: How can I talk about my job as a career? #career #careergrowth #careerdevelopment

Check out the full Episode 59 that addresses the listener question about how to talk about their job as a career. First: you don’t have to, but it will ease some aspects of a potential job search, interview prep, and negotiating compensation if you feel more confident if asked about your career. As always, the show notes include additional resources to explore various ways to continue your development, including free online courses.

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Dec. 10, 2025

How can I talk about my job as a career? | Ask Christa!

Summary
In this episode of Ask Christa!, host Christa Dhimo addresses a listener's question about the distinction between a job and a career and how to talk about them in a way that works for you. She emphasizes that it's perfectly acceptable to love a job without labeling it as a career. Christa discusses the evolving nature of careers, the importance of self-reflection on personal strengths, and how to articulate one's job in a way that aligns with career aspirations. She…

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Dec. 8, 2025

Two common (and FRUSTRATING!!!) scenarios re job promotions #corporatelife #careergrowth #career

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Dec. 7, 2025

Help! How do I get out of a d3ad-end job??? (excerpt from listener question) #career #careergrowth

Check out the full Episode 58 that addresses the listener question about how to get out of a dead-end job. As always, the show notes include additional resources to explore various ways to continue your development, including free online courses.

Visit my show’s website, AskChrista.com, for more practical tips, tricks, and learnings from listener questions, where I offer what works, then offer additional resources you can learn from in the show notes!
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Dec. 6, 2025

Timing matters with job promotions... #corporatelife #professionaldevelopment #careergrowth

Check out the full Episode 57 that addresses the listener question about how to convince their manager that they’re ready for a promotion. As always, the show notes include additional resources to explore various ways to continue your development, including free online courses.

Visit my show’s website, AskChrista.com, for more practical tips, tricks, and learnings from listener questions, where I offer what works, then offer additional resources you can learn from in the show notes!<…

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Dec. 5, 2025

It's hard when you realize you're in a d3ad end job #career #careergrowth #careerdevelopment

Check out the full Episode 58 that addresses the listener question about how to get out of a dead-end job. As always, the show notes include additional resources to explore various ways to continue your development, including free online courses.

Visit my show’s website, AskChrista.com, for more practical tips, tricks, and learnings from listener questions, where I offer what works, then offer additional resources you can learn from in the show notes!
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Dec. 4, 2025

I'm Going Nowhere in My Job, How Can I Get Out of This? | Ask Christa! (S5E58)

Summary
In this episode of Ask Christa!, host Christa Dhimo addresses a listener's concern about feeling at a standstill in their job with no possible development ahead. She discusses the emotional journey of loving a job and then feeling stuck due to a lack of advancement opportunities. Christa emphasizes the importance of recognizing job stagnation and provides strategies for seeking new opportunities and resources for career development. She encourages listeners to explore organiz…

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Dec. 1, 2025

Excerpt from listener question and fear of going nowhere in their career #career #careergrowth

Check out the full Episode 56 that addresses the listener question about how to break the feeling that their career is going nowhere. As always, the show notes include additional resources to explore various ways to continue your development, including free online courses.

Visit my show’s website, AskChrista.com, for more practical tips, tricks, and learnings from listener questions, where I offer what works, then offer additional resources you can learn from in the show notes!
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Nov. 30, 2025

It often surprises leaders that professional development is toward the top of the must-have list...

Check out the full Episode 57 that addresses the listener question about how to convince their manager that they’re ready for a promotion. As always, the show notes include additional resources to explore various ways to continue your development, including free online courses.

Visit my show’s website, AskChrista.com, for more practical tips, tricks, and learnings from listener questions, where I offer what works, then offer additional resources you can learn from in the show notes!<…

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Nov. 29, 2025

Overcoming career stagnation #careerdevelopment #career #professionaldevelopment #careergrowth

Check out the full Episode 56 that addresses the listener question about how to break the feeling that their career is going nowhere. As always, the show notes include additional resources to explore various ways to continue your development, including free online courses.

Visit my show’s website, AskChrista.com, for more practical tips, tricks, and learnings from listener questions, where I offer what works, then offer additional resources you can learn from in the show notes!
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Nov. 28, 2025

No budget does not mean "no growth" #professionalgrowth #professionaldevelopment #corporatelife

Check out the full Episode 55 that addresses the listener question about how to continue their career development after their company cut the development budget. As always, the show notes include additional resources to explore various ways to continue your development, including free online courses.

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Nov. 27, 2025

What work promotions are about... #careergrowth #professionaldevelopment #corporatelife

Check out the full Episode 57 that addresses the listener question about how to convince their manager that they’re ready for a promotion. As always, the show notes include additional resources to explore various ways to continue your development, including free online courses.

Visit my show’s website, AskChrista.com, for more practical tips, tricks, and learnings from listener questions, where I offer what works, then offer additional resources you can learn from in the show notes!<…

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Nov. 26, 2025

Excerpt from listener question: How do I convince my manager I'm ready for a promotion? #career

Check out the full Episode 57 that addresses the listener question about how to convince their manager that they’re ready for a promotion. As always, the show notes include additional resources to explore various ways to continue your development, including free online courses.

Visit my show’s website, AskChrista.com, for more practical tips, tricks, and learnings from listener questions, where I offer what works, then offer additional resources you can learn from in the show notes!<…

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