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In episode 268 of YOUR CAREER Podcast, Sydney based Career Coach and podcast host, Jane Jackson, speaks with Dr. Annie Cole, Ed.D. who is an expert money coach and financial educator.

Annie discusses how she was able to make several successful career transitions despite the challenges she faced. She shares that in her 20s, she was a burnt-out social worker struggling on a $26,000 salary.

However, by her 30s, Annie had climbed the ladder to a Vice President role, invested over $350k, owned $1 million in real estate, and cut 20 years off her retirement date.

She now runs her own coaching business, Money Essentials for Women, and inspires women to step into new levels of money mastery and confidence.

In this episode, Jane and Annie discuss how she now teaches women to master all areas of their finances, from budgeting and paying off debt to investing, building wealth, and retiring early.

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Episode 267 helps you to deal with a toxic work environment. Many of my clients say they are seeking a career change because of a Toxic Workplace. Have you experienced one? We know they exist, and sadly, many of us may be tolerating one right now, or have survived by escaping from one.

In fact, the topic has been discussed so frequently that I’ve released a video post on my LinkedIn profile covering toxic workplaces and office bullies.

If you’re stuck with an office bully or “white ant” - that sneaky, termite-like colleague who gnaws away at your sanity while maintaining a false façade of support – in this episode I’ll provide a few tips on how to navigate the situation without losing your self-respect.

I was in a toxic environment in my career many years ago and, having only chosen to work in environments where I shared common values prior to that, this negative environment took me by surprise and I couldn’t believe how much it affected me.

I remember dreading Mondays and going in to work I would feel tearful before I arrived in anticipation of the stresses I would encounter. By the end of the day I was exhausted and unhappy. I simply couldn’t understand why, as a natural collaborator, I was in such a competitive, aggressive and non-supportive environment.

I hadn’t expected that the job spec would change so much when the incredible, warm and wonderfully supportive leader who hired me left the business (they must have seen the writing on the wall!), and a new leader took their place.

That new leader meant that everything changed. Culture, expectations, and a highly competitive, fearful and ‘blame’ environment developed.

My husband asked me why I didn’t just quit but I told him, “I’m not a quitter!” I was such a martyr!

However I soon realised that I couldn’t change anything but my own reactions, and for my own wellbeing and mental health I had to get out of that environment.

If you find yourself in a toxic environment, this episode covers some strategies to help you cope.

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In this episode of Your Career Podcast, we share a LinkedIn Livestream during which Jane Jackson welcomes LinkedIn expert Kevin D. Turner to unpack LinkedIn’s latest features for job seekers.

With over 220 updates introduced recently, Jane and Kevin share invaluable insights on how to leverage LinkedIn’s evolving tools to enhance job search success.

Key LinkedIn Features discussed during our live broadcast include:

1. Optimising Your LinkedIn Profile for Recruiters
Kevin emphasises the importance of searchable job titles, verified skills, and filling out job preferences to ensure your profile appears in recruiter searches.

Job seekers should focus on selecting skills and experience from LinkedIn’s dropdown menus, which function as "market value filters," making profiles more searchable and ensuring they’re accurately ranked.

2. Leveraging New LinkedIn AI and Premium Tools
LinkedIn has introduced new AI features for cover letter and resume customization, making it easier to tailor applications for specific roles.

Additionally, tools like LinkedIn Learning, the job preference dashboard, and profile verification badges help boost credibility and visibility, particularly when used with premium membership features.

3. Building Genuine Connections with Voice and Video
Use LinkedIn’s voice pronunciation feature and in-message video/voice notes to make a memorable impression.

Creating engaging content and having authentic interactions help cultivate relationships with connections, setting the foundation for valuable networking and increased profile activity.

Jane and Kevin conclude by inspiring job seekers to actively cultivate conversations and share thought leadership on LinkedIn, transforming passive profiles into powerful, dynamic career assets.

For regular career and LinkedIn tips and udpates, connect with Jane on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/janejackson and connect with Kevin on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/president

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