#13 – Negotiating Like A Pro In 2025 With John Gates

January 21, 2025

On this episode of Office Latte Podcast With Erin Kennedy, we interview Negotiation Expert John Gates. His resume expands beyond just getting you more money, as a corporate recruiting executive, speaker, and best selling author of Act Your Wage: What to say (and how to say it) to get the best possible salary package, his mission is to get you the best possible compensation package in your next career transition. He has over 30+ years of experience in negotiating compensation packages including salary, incentives, and benefits. We dive in and answer all those tense, anxiety inducing, awkward filled, negotiation questions that scare us and how we all can be doing it better. Grab your latte and a good pen because this episode is packed with amazing tips!

John’s Website: https://salary.coach/
John’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johngates2/

#12 – Healthy Living In The New Year With Shari Walls

January 7, 2025

On this episode of The Office Latte Podcast, I sit down with Shari Walls, nutritionist and founder of Saving Kitchens, to explore her journey from a standard American diet to advocating for holistic nutrition and healthy eating. Shari shares practical tips for busy families, insights on gut health, the benefits of superfoods, and the importance of personalized meal planning. Whether you’re looking for simple ways to eat better or need fresh ideas for healthy living, this conversation has something for you!

Follow Shari Walls!
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SavingKitchens
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/savingkitchens/

#11 – Transform Stress Into Clarity Through Journaling With Alison Zamora

December 10, 2024

On this episode of The Office Latte Podcast, I sit down with Alison Zamora, founder of Illuminate, to explore the transformative power of journaling. Alison shares how guided journaling workshops can foster self-discovery, combat career burnout, and build meaningful connections. We discuss the importance of asking better questions, the value of unplugging with pen and paper, and practical tips to start a journaling habit that inspires growth and clarity. Get ready for simple, practical tips on journaling to destress!

Free Journaling Workshops: https://alisonzamora.substack.com/t/journaling-workshops
Alison’s Journaling Events: https://lu.ma/calendar/cal-fbfQaQJFs5b8QVG
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alisonzamora/

#10 – Show Up Confident With Michele Charles Gustafson

November 26, 2024

What if your wardrobe could become your most powerful confidence-building tool? This week, we’re joined by Michele Charles Gustafson—award-winning Certified Image Consultant, Certified Master Life Coach, Amazon best-selling author, international speaker, featured media confidence expert, and founder of Hue And Style®. Michele shares how personal style, self-presentation, and success are deeply connected.

With nearly 30 years of experience, she has helped entrepreneurs, professionals, and leaders align their personal brand with self-confidence through the art, science, and psychology of image. We explore the relationship between personal style and self-identity, tackling common struggles like self-doubt and imposter syndrome that professional women often face in their fashion choices. Redefine how you show up in every aspect of life!

Style Your Visibility Workshop: https://www.hueandstyle.com/style-your-visibility
Website: https://www.hueandstyle.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michelecharlesgustafson/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelecharlesgustafson/

#9 – Strategic Family Planning For Your Career with Jena Dunay

November 12, 2024

This week, we’re joined by Jena Dunay, founder of Recruit the Employer, to discuss Strategic Family Planning for Your Career. Starting on Wall Street in investment banking and at the New York Stock Exchange, Jena later transitioned to Chief Learning Officer in learning and development. With over 42k LinkedIn followers, 167k+ LinkedIn Learning students, and features in Business Insider and Forbes, she brings a wealth of insight on aligning career and family goals. As an advocate for faith at work, foster care, and intentional family life, Jena shares practical advice on setting family goals, nurturing values, and making a clear plan. We hope you enjoy this inspiring episode!

Website: https://recruittheemployer.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenadunay/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenavdunay/

#8 – Ageism in the Workplace with Colleen Paulson

October 29, 2024

Everyone should feel empowered at work, no matter their age. This week on the podcast, we’re joined by Colleen Paulson, Executive Resume Writer and owner of Ageless Careers, to discuss ageism in the workplace. Colleen began her career in engineering and is now a five-time career changer, successfully running her own business helping executives manage and transform their careers. With extensive experience in career consulting, she’s developed a passion for addressing ageism and guiding clients through age-related challenges so they can thrive professionally. Our conversation includes a Q&A from Office Latte Podcast followers on ageism and workplace struggles. We hope you enjoy this episode, packed with great advice on combating ageism in the workplace.

Website: https://www.agelesscareers.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colleenmpaulson/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agelesscareers/?hl=en

#7 – Professional Friend Maker, Baily Hancock

October 15, 2024

If you struggle with making or deepening work relationships or friendships, Baily Hancock is your girl. A Connection Strategist, Keynote Speaker, and Host of “Seeking the Overlap” podcast, she teaches people how to build, nurture, and leverage relationships.

Known as the “Professional Friend-Maker” on LinkedIn, in this episode Baily quickly touches on the 3 C’s of connecting, how to reach out to decision-makers at target companies, how to slide into someone’s DM’s without annoying them, and how to build a community. Listen to this fun and informative podcast for value-added tips.

Website:     https://bailyhancock.com/
LinkedIn:    https://www.linkedin.com/in/bailyhancock/
Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/bailyhancock/

#6 – Home Office Design With Feng Shui Expert, Laura Cerrano

October 1, 2024

Having a peaceful office and work environment is possible with Laura Cerrano of Feng Shui Long Island. Laura works with clients throughout the United States on the use of Feng Shui in both the home and office. Working in a basement/kitchen/bedroom office space can be tricky. Learn some simple tips on improving the balance and harmony in tight or awkward spaces.

Website: https://fengshuimanhattan.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauracerrano/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fengshuimanhattan/

#5 – Mastering Video for Your Business With Tanya Smith

September 17, 2024

If you’re nervous about using video, Tanya Smith will change your mind. She is the founder of, “Get Noticed with Video” and the host of “Stream Like a Boss” tv. She teaches coaches, job seekers, creators, and teams to produce high-quality videos. She talks with Erin about the best tech and equipment, background, colors, clothing, and getting comfortable in front of a camera.

Website: https://getnoticedwithvideo.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/videocoachtanya/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/videocoachtanya/

#4 – Discover Financial Freedom with an Abundance Mindset with Julia Shteynberg

September 4, 2024

What are your thoughts about money? What is your money mindset? Are you drawing it to you, or pushing it away? Julia Shteynberg is a Money Coach who empowers women to level up their lives by getting control of their money, learning how to plan and anticipate, and setting long-term money goals. Julia’s philosophy is recognizing our achievements, our relationship with money, and our emotions with money. Learn when the best time to start your money mindset is…

Website: http://www.theluxurioussaver.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliashteynberg/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliashteynberg/

#3 – Jessica Sweet, Career Coach & Licensed Therapist: Leaving a Toxic Job and Finding Fulfillment In Your Career

August 19, 2024

Jessica Sweet is a certified career coach and licensed therapist. Starting in social work, then to mental health and substance abuse therapy in a psych ward, she transitioned into career coaching–and later used her therapy training to help clients struggling with toxic work environments, layoffs, overwhelm, burnout, anxiety, depression, workplace violence, and more.

Website: https://wishingwellcoach.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicasweetcoach/

#2 – Virginia Franco: How a Former Journalist Pivoted to an In-Demand Executive Resume Writer- Plus, Career Q&A

August 19, 2024

Virginia Franco is known for her unique ability to create executive resumes that turn heads. With her interesting back story in social work and journalism, Virginia took her knack for writing stories and turned it into a white glove resume writing service. Listen to Virginia talk about AI, her top tips for job search, tools and hacks, keywords, LinkedIn, and lots more. Also, Virginia & Erin tackle some challenging Q&A’s from listeners.

Website: https://www.virginiafrancoresumes.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/virginiafrancoresumewriter/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vafrancoresumes/

#1 – Basia Richard: From Celebrity Stylist to Executive Boardroom; Styling Successful Women

August 19, 2024

In today’s episode, we talk with Basia Richard, a celebrity stylist who pivoted during the pandemic from dressing well-known A-list celebrities to dressing corporate women for work and life.

Learn some of her best tips about clothing choices for remote and office. Conferences? Presentations? Zoom meetings? The right outfit boosts your confidence, and helps the “outer show the inner”. What color should you wear? Wrap dresses? Belts? Skinny Jeans? What should women in their 30’s, 40’s, 50’s, and beyond? Learn this and more…

Website: https://www.dress4impact.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/basia-richard-930818120/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/basia.richard/