EPISODE · Nov 1, 2025 · 41 MIN
Building a Career Without Losing Yourself | Blush and Bloom Podcast | Ep. 26
from Blush and Bloom · host Asele
Andrea joins Blush and Bloom to talk about careers, confidence, boundaries, and health. We cover asking for support at work, staying visible when you are quiet, simple ways to avoid burnout, and using AI without the overwhelm. Honest, practical, and kind.Timestamps 00:00 Welcome 00:21 Meet Andrea 02:54 What led her into talent and careers 04:41 How work and money shape wellbeing 07:06 When hobbies stay hobbies and that is okay 09:33 Leaving work that harms your health 12:40 Growing in male dominated spaces 15:33 How to ask someone to be your sponsor 19:36 Sponsors in startups vs big companies 21:29 Visibility tips for introverts 25:40 A weekly note system to show your impact 30:27 Feeling undervalued vs being misaligned 32:39 AI, curiosity, and staying safe online 36:44 Habits that protect you from burnout 39:22 A message to her younger self 40:30 Where to find AndreaIn this episode Quiet visibility instead of loud self promotion Values as a guide for career choices How to ask for mentors and sponsors Gentle ambition and rest without guilt Recovering from burnout AI as a tool, not a threatPeople and links Andrea on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alungulescu/ Talent Crunch: https://www.linkedin.com/company/talent-crunch-berlin/ The Principal Recruiter: https://www.theprincipalrecruiter.com/ Gigi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gigikennethShow notesEpisode notes and extra resources: https://www.asele.tech/post/blush-and-bloom-ep26-career-without-losing-yourselfMore from Asele Website: https://asele.tech App: https://asele.health Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asele.tech LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/asele WhatsApp community: https://bit.ly/aselecommunityQuestionWhat small thing helps you protect your peace at work?
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Andrea joins Blush and Bloom to talk about careers, confidence, boundaries, and health. We cover asking for support at work, staying visible when you are quiet, simple ways to avoid burnout, and using AI without the overwhelm. Honest, practical, and kind.Timestamps 00:00 Welcome 00:21 Meet Andrea 02:54 What led her into talent and careers 04:41 How work and money shape wellbeing 07:06 When hobbies stay hobbies and that is okay 09:33 Leaving work that harms your health 12:40 Growing in male dominated spaces 15:33 How to ask someone to be your sponsor 19:36 Sponsors in startups vs big companies 21:29 Visibility tips for introverts 25:40 A weekly note system to show your impact 30:27 Feeling undervalued vs being misaligned 32:39 AI, curiosity, and staying safe online 36:44 Habits that protect you from burnout 39:22 A message to her younger self 40:30 Where to find AndreaIn this episode Quiet visibility instead of loud self promotion Values as a guide for career choices How to ask for mentors and sponsors Gentle ambition and rest without guilt Recovering from burnout AI as a tool, not a threatPeople and links Andrea on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alungulescu/ Talent Crunch: https://www.linkedin.com/company/talent-crunch-berlin/ The Principal Recruiter: https://www.theprincipalrecruiter.com/ Gigi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gigikennethShow notesEpisode notes and extra resources: https://www.asele.tech/post/blush-and-bloom-ep26-career-without-losing-yourselfMore from Asele Website: https://asele.tech App: https://asele.health Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asele.tech LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/asele WhatsApp community: https://bit.ly/aselecommunityQuestionWhat small thing helps you protect your peace at work?
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