<![CDATA[Career Convos In The Park with Tamara Pierce]]>Career Convos In The Park is where we slow down, take a seat, and have the career conversations you may not be having at work.

Are you working hard but wondering if anyone notices?
Do you know you’re capable of more, but aren’t sure how to position yourself for what’s next?
Are you trying to navigate workplace relationships, leadership, visibility, growth, and those moments when your career feels stuck?

Pull up a seat.

In each conversation, we’ll unpack real workplace experiences, challenge the way you think about your career, and give you practical strategies to help you show your value, increase your visibility, lead with intention, and move toward your next opportunity.

No corporate jargon. No pretending you have it all figured out. Just honest Career Convos designed to help you think differently, move strategically, and take ownership of where your career is going.

So, what are you waiting for? Come sit on the bench. Let’s talk career.

]]>https://linktr.ee/theskylanecoRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Fri, 11 Sep 2026 01:44:17 GMTThu, 13 Aug 2026 19:04:37 GMT60Tamara Pierce<p><b>Career Convos In The Park</b> is where we slow down, take a seat, and have the career conversations you may not be having at work.</p><p></p><p>Are you working hard but wondering if anyone notices?<br />Do you know you’re capable of more, but aren’t sure how to position yourself for what’s next?<br />Are you trying to navigate workplace relationships, leadership, visibility, growth, and those moments when your career feels stuck?</p><p></p><p>Pull up a seat.</p><p></p><p>In each conversation, we’ll unpack real workplace experiences, challenge the way you think about your career, and give you practical strategies to help you <b>show your value, increase your visibility, lead with intention, and move toward your next opportunity.</b></p><p></p><p>No corporate jargon. No pretending you have it all figured out. Just honest <b>Career Convos</b> designed to help you think differently, move strategically, and take ownership of where your career is going.</p><p></p><p><b>So, what are you waiting for? Come sit on the bench. Let’s talk career.</b></p>episodicTamara Piercetamaratpierce@gmail.comno<![CDATA[You're A Leader Before You Get The Title]]>Tamara discusses the true essence of leadership, emphasizing influence over titles, and provides practical steps to develop leadership qualities before officially stepping into a role.

Key Topics

Difference between positional leadership and influence

Leadership is about influence, not titles

How leaders ask the right questions and take ownership

The importance of influence in team dynamics

Practicing leadership behaviors before promotion

The role of influence in innovation and growth

Building trust and credibility as a leader

The impact of emotional intelligence and maturity in leadership

Takeaways

Leadership is about influence, not titles.

You can start leading before you have a formal title.

Influence is demonstrated through credibility and impact.

Taking ownership and asking the right questions are key leadership traits.

Practicing leadership behaviors now prepares you for future roles.

Sound Bites

"You don't become a leader when you get a title."

"Leadership is about influence, not authority."

"Great things in business are never done by one person."

Keywords

leadership, influence, personal growth, career development, influence vs authority, leadership mindset, team building, influence in the workplace, leadership behaviors, professional growth

]]>7ec43d86-4bb1-46a2-a46c-0e3f293e70a1Wed, 09 Sep 2026 15:16:13 GMT<p>Tamara discusses the true essence of leadership, emphasizing influence over titles, and provides practical steps to develop leadership qualities before officially stepping into a role.</p><p></p><p>Key Topics</p><p>Difference between positional leadership and influence</p><p>Leadership is about influence, not titles</p><p>How leaders ask the right questions and take ownership</p><p>The importance of influence in team dynamics</p><p>Practicing leadership behaviors before promotion</p><p>The role of influence in innovation and growth</p><p>Building trust and credibility as a leader</p><p>The impact of emotional intelligence and maturity in leadership</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><p>Leadership is about influence, not titles.</p><p>You can start leading before you have a formal title.</p><p>Influence is demonstrated through credibility and impact.</p><p>Taking ownership and asking the right questions are key leadership traits.</p><p>Practicing leadership behaviors now prepares you for future roles.</p><p></p><p>Sound Bites</p><p>"You don't become a leader when you get a title."</p><p>"Leadership is about influence, not authority."</p><p>"Great things in business are never done by one person."</p><p></p><p>Keywords</p><p>leadership, influence, personal growth, career development, influence vs authority, leadership mindset, team building, influence in the workplace, leadership behaviors, professional growth</p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p>no00:26:183You're A Leader Before You Get The Titlefull<![CDATA[Are You Waiting To Be Noticed?]]>Episode 2: Are You Waiting to Be Noticed?

How to increase visibility and make your contributions known.

Tamara Pierce discusses the importance of visibility in career advancement, emphasizing the balance between performance and self-advocacy. She shares practical strategies for increasing visibility, overcoming humility barriers, and documenting achievements to unlock new opportunities.

Key Topics

  • The difference between performance and visibility
  • Strategies to increase workplace visibility
  • The importance of self-advocacy and speaking up
  • Using a career journal to document achievements
  • Overcoming humility barriers in career growth

Takeaways

  • You need both performance and visibility to advance in your career.
  • Don't assume your manager knows what you do; communicate your progress.
  • Sharing your impact is not bragging, it's strategic visibility.
  • Keep a career evidence file to back up your accomplishments.
  • Speak up proactively about opportunities and your contributions.

Keywords

career development, visibility, performance, self-advocacy, workplace success, professional growth, leadership, career tips, workplace communication, career journal

]]>16d7bb87-f15a-47ce-98aa-bf7b59521f2fWed, 02 Sep 2026 16:22:35 GMT<p><b>Episode 2:</b> <i>Are You Waiting to Be Noticed?</i></p><p>How to increase visibility and make your contributions known.</p><p></p><p>Tamara Pierce discusses the importance of visibility in career advancement, emphasizing the balance between performance and self-advocacy. She shares practical strategies for increasing visibility, overcoming humility barriers, and documenting achievements to unlock new opportunities.</p><p></p><p><b>Key Topics</b></p><ul><li>The difference between performance and visibility</li><li>Strategies to increase workplace visibility</li><li>The importance of self-advocacy and speaking up</li><li>Using a career journal to document achievements</li><li>Overcoming humility barriers in career growth</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Takeaways</b></p><ul><li>You need both performance and visibility to advance in your career.</li><li>Don't assume your manager knows what you do; communicate your progress.</li><li>Sharing your impact is not bragging, it's strategic visibility.</li><li>Keep a career evidence file to back up your accomplishments.</li><li>Speak up proactively about opportunities and your contributions.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Keywords</b></p><p>career development, visibility, performance, self-advocacy, workplace success, professional growth, leadership, career tips, workplace communication, career journal</p><p></p><p></p><p></p>no00:23:002Are You Waiting To Be Noticed?full<![CDATA[Building The Career You Want with Honest Conversations]]>Tamara Pierce explores how honest self-assessment and intentional conversations can transform your career. She emphasizes the importance of clarity, leadership, purpose, and workplace culture in building a fulfilling professional life.

Key Topics

Self-assessment and honesty in career planning

The importance of conversations with mentors, managers, and oneself

Five pillars: career growth, leadership, purpose, workplace culture, navigating the workplace

Leadership presence, influence, emotional intelligence

Workplace culture, toxic environments, trust, psychological safety

Navigating office politics, boundaries, mindset, confidence, resilience

Sound Bites

"What if the biggest thing holding you back isn't your boss"

"If nothing changed about your career for the next three years"

"Let's start with honesty, let's be honest with ourselves"

]]>0d79e95e-10b0-468f-9c11-55aa52d119bcWed, 26 Aug 2026 16:20:39 GMT<p>Tamara Pierce explores how honest self-assessment and intentional conversations can transform your career. She emphasizes the importance of clarity, leadership, purpose, and workplace culture in building a fulfilling professional life.</p><p></p><p>Key Topics</p><p>Self-assessment and honesty in career planning</p><p>The importance of conversations with mentors, managers, and oneself</p><p>Five pillars: career growth, leadership, purpose, workplace culture, navigating the workplace</p><p>Leadership presence, influence, emotional intelligence</p><p>Workplace culture, toxic environments, trust, psychological safety</p><p>Navigating office politics, boundaries, mindset, confidence, resilience</p><p></p><p> Sound Bites</p><p>"What if the biggest thing holding you back isn't your boss"</p><p>"If nothing changed about your career for the next three years"</p><p>"Let's start with honesty, let's be honest with ourselves"</p><p></p><p></p><p></p>no00:14:311Building The Career You Want with Honest Conversationsfull