Careers & Cocktails

In today's episode we have the lovely Stacy Fisher joining us! She is a fellow competent career coach with loads of wisdom to share. Stacy talks about how significant relationships are to her. She shares her journey of …

Juliana Whitney, founder of Leafsheets and Cann Strategy is our featured guest this week! She talks about her passion for her business which she …

This week I am joined in the studio by John Mackey, who is a credit genius! Get ahold of a wealth of information on how credit, credit reporting, and …

Meet Claudia Miller who was listed in the top 23 most innovative career coaches of 2020 by Business Insider! Her expertise and skills in career coaching are highly advanced and beneficial to those who are looking to …

Happy International Women's Day!   

On today's episode we have Sarah Baker Andrus who is the Founder and CEO of Avarah Careers.

Sarah shares her passion for helping people excel in their careers and be the best version …

From the words of my guest this week, STOP PLAYING SMALL.  

Gina Lemon, Leader of Human Kindness and Founder of Pandemic Possibilities, joins me to chat about her recent pivot from VP of Human Resources to Business …

Thrilled to share this episode featuring a fellow former Targeteer, John Bauer.  

A man who at one time, early in his career, found himself walking down the street thinking, "I've made it!", working as a Manager within …

This week I am joined in the studio by Karen Astromsky, Transformation Coach, Motivational Speaker and Yoga, Qi Gong and Meditation Instructor.  Karen shares the timely reminder to always be changing, never stop growing …

Are you....  ...frustrated in your job search... ...feeling like you're on the brink of a break down... ...being ghosted by recruiters and hiring leaders... ...struggling to communicate your value...  

Blake Schofield, …

Excited to share my chat with Timmy Bauer - - - a Children's Book Author!   

From working at Disney to paving a career as an Author and Story …

Abigail Emerson is my featured guest this week and she had a LOUD and CLEAR message..... 

We have ONE life to live and there is no better time than NOW to seize the day! Like MILLIONS of others, Abigail found herself …

This week I am joined by Carmen Croonquist, an Executive Coach & International Speaker who has dedicated her career to helping others LIVE WITH INTENTION.      

Maybe you have been considering a job change....but …

This past October I was LUCKY enough to connect with nine-time award-winning author and chef entrepreneur Amalia Moreno-Damgaard.   

I am 'jumping out of my seat' excited to FINALLY share our conversation and Amalia's …

This week my featured guest is Jaime Adam Taets, CEO and Founder of Keystone Group International.    

Jaime joins me for a virtual glass of Piper Heidsieck Brut Champagne and dives right into it - sharing LOADS of value …

This week I am serving up an episode featuring Katie Kroll, Director of Development and Internships at Northwestern Mutual.   

As a relationship …

It is NEVER too late to start investing in YOU.    

That means the whole package of you: Mind + Body + Soul.   Undoubtedly, one impacts the next, so …

It is NEVER too late to reignite your network! My guest this week is Aaron Eggert - - an old classmate from high school, and most notably, the …

Can you believe it has taken me until NOW to try Jameson Irish Whiskey❓ A little late to the party I'd say  - - BUT... just in time for the release of SEASON 2 of Careers & Cocktails❗😁  

In today's episode, we are …

Another week of DYNAMITE company and DELICIOUS drinks! Karen Lamb is my guest of honor this week - and she chose to sip a Bourbon Old Fashioned. No complaints here.

You don't want to miss out because Karen is one the …

Eleni Anastos, a business strategist and prosperity coach, joined me this week from beautiful and sunny Florida. Again, embracing the power of …

Joining us from the other side of the world this week is Esther Kokkelmans, a Doula who currently lives in Belgium. 

Knowing very little about the …

This week I am joined by Jay Fletch, a successful real estate agent, avid reader, speaker, consultant and coach. 

Jay's track record as a Real Estate …

Feeling stuck in your career....but not sure where to go, or what to do?  

YOU ARE NOT ALONE.  

As a career coach and resume writer, I work with people DAILY to help them achieve their career goals, uncover their …

A mocktail that can easily be transformed into a cocktail - YES PLEASE!

Thank you Johnny Campbell for suggesting the Good Morning Sunburst- DELICIOUSNESS in a glass. And there are so many fun variations to try.

This …

Attorney turned Winemaker, Rob Fowler joined me in the studio to school us with his knowledge of wine, grape varieties, different wine-making methods …

Beyond excited to chat with a mentor of mine, Mike Gionta, Founder of The Recruiter U.  

Having owned a successful recruiting firm for over 23 years, …

This week I connected with executive recruiter and Founder of KLA Industries, Karen Sturgeon.    

Both sharing a passion for recruiting and cocktails - we started our chat with mixing up one of Karen's favorite …

This week Kathryn St. Peter joined me from her home office to speak on the topic of employment branding.    

As an expert recruiter and life long learner, Kathryn's career has been focused on talent acquisition - …

This week we are serving up a new episode featuring Ruzana Glaeser, a Sourcing Professional, Negotiation Expert, Author, Speaker and Co-Founder of BrightMeetsBrave.com.  

Ruzana breaks down the process of negotiation …

Our guest on this week's episode is Amelia Reigstad, a university professor and workplace communication consultant with nearly two decades of …

Coming to you again - Live from The Netherlands!

I am joined by Marinda van den Broek, who recently transitioned into the role of Co-Owner of the …

This week we are enjoying a cup of hot raspberry tea and chatting with Tessi Russel, Co-Owner of Healthy Solutions.    

Tessi radiates positivity and …

I am beyond excited to be bringing you an episode live from The Netherlands.    

Careers & Cocktails is officially making an international imprint with listeners in over 9 countries and now, episodes recorded …

This week we are serving up a Mojito Mocktail at the request of our guest, Vikas Narula.    

Vikas' background encompasses entrepreneurship, public …

My guest this week is Lexie Janson and she is joining us via Zoom all the way from her home in Germany!  [the power of technology]  

Lexie is …

This week I am serving up an episode featuring Sarah Necklen, a Talent Consultant at Cargill.

Sarah has been with Cargill for 15 years! 15!!  I was …

Technology is a beautiful thing - and this week it enabled us to chat with Anastasia Kraft, Founder and CEO of Xena: Workwear For Women. 

Anastasia …

This past week I celebrated the 5 year anniversary of starting my business TalentQ, Inc. 😲

Soooo....in the spirit of entrepreneurship, there is no better time than now than to share a glass of bubbly with one of my …

Mikey Boldt, a Software Engineer by trade [and near and dear cousin of mine] joined me in the studio to enjoy a Founders Breakfast Stout and chat …

Another University of Wisconsin - River Falls alum in the house!   

Are you on the hunt for a new career? Looking for guidance on the topic of career planning?    

If you graduated from a University – more often than …

I was thrilled to be joined in the studio this week by Sheri Marnell, an agent of change, an internal optimist and a fellow former Targeteer!    

Being that we both live in Hudson we paid homage to our home state by …

As a graduate of University of Wisconsin-River Falls, I was ecstatic to have McKenna Schumacher Pfeiffer, Assistant Director of Career Services at UWRF join me in the studio.  

McKenna helps students and alumni make …

Three-time Bestselling Author & award winning entrepreneur and sales expert, Ursula Mentjes joins me in the studio for a cosmopolitan.

Personally …

I am forever grateful for my guest this week, Amanda Johnson.    

Amanda is the Founder of True to Intention, a speaker, best-selling author....and …

Business leader extraordinaire Anne Finch, joined me in the studio for a Wander North Moscow Mule. She takes us to the start, and shares about her …

So.Much.Fun to visit with a former classmate of Forest Lake High School -- Therese Molloy.

We were dreaming of sandy beaches and sunny weather when …

Whiskey lovers, this is for you! 

My dear friend Jodi Mayers who was featured on a previous episode (watch that HERE), introduced me to her favorite whiskey, Brother Justus. From that point on, I fell back in love with …

As we enter a new year - no better time than NOW to talk about Mindset & Money!   Just over 5 years ago, there was a knock at my door at home.  I answered, and to my surprise, it was Michelle Johnson, a financial …

Actress & Voice Over Artist Janet Fogg joins us in the studio for one of her favorite past-time cocktails, the Stinger.    

Often referred to as …

Careers & Cocktails hit the road and went on-site to Wander North Distillery. We had the opportunity to sit down and chat with Daniel Metcalf, the Brand Ambassador at Wander North, a business leader, dreamer, …

Careers & Cocktails was thrilled to hit the road and go on-site to Wander North Distillery located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. We had the …

Melissa Freiermuth, the queen of positivity, accountability and taking action joined me in the studio for a tequila cosmo!

Melissa has a diverse background spanning from owning her own business, working in the funeral …

Abby Ferri, a trailblazer in the safety community joined me in the studio for a New Glarus lager called Two Women.

Abby had me on board when she said …

Female entrepreneur, friend and beer lover Erin Mason, joins me in the studio to introduce me to one of her favorite beers - Honees Honees by Oliphant Brewing out of Somerset, WI.  Bursting with flavor, it has a a …

Jill McNamee joins us in the studio for a classic Arnie Palmer.  Jill is a DYNAMO networker and relationship builder.   She shares insight into what …

A transplant from Wyoming to Minnesota, Mary Prevost is a gypsy at heart….and as you'll hear from the short rant in the beginning - is aspiring to become the Offensive Coordinator for the Minnesota Vikings.

When asked …

Let me introduce you to Leon (aka Ben) Flottemesch, the most vibrant accountant you will ever meet!

He joined me in the studio to mix up a Moscow …

Donnie Gupton and I are the prime example that there are no barriers to networking!  I have had the pleasure of working with Donnie for the past year - and it has been a game changer!  

Through the power of social media …

Want your coffee to be a bit stronger? We added Licor 43 to ours! 😍

Join me as I mix up a Carajillo and chat about how I juggle being a mom, wife and business owner.  

A key to my success is a routine.  It's no …

When asked, "What would you tell your 20 year old self?" Aaron's response was, "Take a Risk- Don't Take Yourself Too Seriously."

Cheers to that …

Listen in as Chum Struve and I dive in to the difference between Confidence vs. Arrogance and the importance of being able to articulate your skills …

Steph Beedle - A friend and fellow business owner joins me to sip on my favorite tequila - Clase Azul!

IT.IS.SO.GOOD! Dangerously good.

Join in on …

Former Targeteer Jeff Marwede joins us in the studio for one of his favorite cocktails, a dirty martini.

A recruiter at heart, Jeff shares his journey of getting hired at Target Corp and how he transitioned out of …

In my 17 years of recruiting I have had the opportunity to recruit for some of the most desirable companies across the nation - - Amazon being one of them.  

Amazon's bar for talent is unmatched. 

Listen in as I chat …

Join me for a Bourbon Old Fashioned and let's chat about knowing when it's time to leave your current employer. 

I'm told by candidates all the …

Mix up an Apple Cider Mule and join in on my conversation with Lyndsey Bunger.  

Lyndsey's background encompasses hospitality, mortgage and real …

Kristen Brown joins us in the studio to share how to show up for your BEST self - even if you are going through a hard time.  

We get personal as Kristen shares her journey of how she left corporate America after being …

Wine Lovers..this is episode is for you!

My dear friend Rob Fowler puts me to a wine taste test....(Spoiler Alert....I failed 😣) and chats about his journey of graduating from MIT, practicing law and embracing his love …

'Wake Up. Kick Ass. Repeat' is a mantra I live by - and drinking my morning Nespresso out of my kick ass coffee cup is a daily reminder to continue working toward the goals I've set for myself.  

So, what keeps me up …

How lucky am!?!?   Roxane Battle, award winning author, veteran television journalist, author and mom sat down with me to enjoy some bubbly as we chatted about the difference between being 'Happy' and 'Choosing Joy'.   

"I don't think I've ever had a better whiskey in my life!" 

Renee sips on Brother Justus whiskey with Jodi Mayers, Owner of Jodi Mayers & Style Partners.

When you have a question about the whiskey you are …

Did you know Surly was named after the owner's frustration with not being able to find a high quality beer?

Many hiring leaders can relate to the 'Surly' feeling of unqualified applicants applying to their openings.  

Superstar Stacey Stratton, marketing guru and President of True Talent Group, joins us for some bubbles and to celebrate the FIRST episode of Careers & Cocktails. 

Learn the difference between Sparking Wine, …

Welcome to my Podcast!

If you have a job, wan't a job, need a job you are our kind of people! 

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Cheers! …