Maximize Monday

On this episode Ashley and Matt break down best practices for elevating your job search over the summer months.Summer is a popular time for educators and others to seek new opportunities, and with the constantly changing landscape of many industries, it is important to be strategic. We discuss how to start the process of updating your resume with transferrable skills, maximizing networking opportunities that arise over the summer, and how to most efficiently reach out to new people to build your support system.

Matt and Ashley return with a new episode, and with a new contributor in the guest chair!On this episode, we are joined by Nadia, who made her transition from the classroom into the learning and design space. Nadia took some time to chat with us, discuss how she made the move, how she altered her search from each new position that she's held since leaving the classroom, and the importance of networking throughout this process.We also discussed factors that went into her decision making, such as having conversations with industry leaders to make sure she was going in the right path, some of the changes that she made to her resume and interview process throughout, as well as some of the transferable skills that she brought with her, and some of the new ones that she has developed along the way.

This episode is all about co-host, Ashley, and her transition from the classroom to her current role.We've touched on some of her journey over the past few weeks, but wanted to do a deep dive now that she's had some time to grow in her role so she could share insight on how she was able to transition, what she focused on when searching, how she revamped her resume, and how she built a strong support network.

In this episode, Cedric S rejoins the show to share some of the ways to optimize AI in a job search. He shares insight on how to use prompts and algorithms to enhance your search, tips around networking, how he has been coaching others on how to be less reliant on AI tools, and how to be cognizant of bias when using prompts and tools.

Ashley and Matt discuss the task of deciding which skills transfer when seeking to transition to a new career (hint - a lot of them will!)We break down the process of determining how to translate past experiences in a different industry to a new setting, best practices when deciding which skills to highlight on a resume or during an interview, and Ashley shares some insight on skills she developed during her time in the classroom that have helped her in her new role.

Ashley and Matt return to take a deeper look at coffee chats, and how to get the most value out of a short conversation.We discuss several factors, such as targeting the right people to reach out to, crafting your message, and how to use the feedback you get during these meetings.

Welcome to 2026, and the first episode of Season 6 of Maximize Monday. Ashley and Matt welcome frequent contributor, Kasia, to discuss goal setting for the new year. We focus on being intentional about goals you want to achieve, how to find goals that are sustainable, and maintaining positivity as your work towards the finish line.

Maximize Monday finally has a co-host again! Ashley joins for her first episode as co-host of the show, and we discuss all things career fairs. Ashley shares insight on how she prepares to maximize the value of attending the fairs, how to network after attending, planning and prioritizing around speakers, and more.Matt shares insight from the other side of the table - what to bring, the right questions to ask, how to benefit from visiting more tables than you planned, and how to stand out afterwards.

Tyrina is back on Maximize Monday, this time to talk about how to utilize your winter break to focus on your career search, while still giving yourself some time to relax, reflect, and enjoy some time off.We discuss networking at events, resume and interview advice, how to make the most of your time away from the classroom or desk, and how to continue to challenge yourself to find the right opportunity for you.

It has been some time, but a new episode of Maximize Monday is here, with regular contributor Kasia joining the show to discuss how to prioritize inner-peace during stressful job searches.She provides insight on how to make the most of your search while giving yourself some positive energy, how to look for potential in any situation, and what to do to avoid getting burnt out while you seek new opportunities.

This week, job-seeker Ashley S joins me on the show to discuss her current search. What motivated her to start seeking opportunities outside of the classroom, what skills she has developed during her time as an educator that she's wanting to take with her to her next role, how she applies and networks with intention, and the key to maintaining positivity throughout the process.

Tyrina returns to Maximize Monday, as the new school year has begun and we want to provide some job-seeking insight to those who are still looking to move into a new role. Tyrina shares some insight into how she got started in coaching, what are some of the services she provides to her client, common strategies for resume building and interview preparation, and how to tackle networking.

Frequent contributor to the show, Kasia, returns to dive a little deeper into her role as a corporate healer - what are some of the ways she was able to identify the need for change early in her career, how she supports others looking for similar guidance, the importance of self-care, and her new web-site where you can learn about these resources.

On this episode, fellow recruiter Taylor joins to discuss her career - how she got into talent acquisition, making the move from agency recruiting to corporate, some of the ways she relies on her brand and network to build a solid connection with talent, and how she provides feedback and insight to create a positive candidate experience.

This episode, Kelsie M joins the show to discuss her role as a career coach, how she supports individuals looking to move from education into something new, some of the tools she and the team at Educated Exit provide, and more.We do a deep dive into resume reviews, identifying transferrable skills, interview preparation, and more.

A bit of a break from the normal Maximize Monday episode, Monica W joins the show once again, this time to discuss how to have the most magical time on the happiest place on Earth. We discuss dining plans, ride preferences, attractions we miss, and which Disney films have no representation in the parks and how we would change that.Feel free to answer some of the questions we discussed in the comments!

This week, Sarah D joins the show to discuss her transition from her career in education into a new role focusing on student experience. She shares insight on her journey, how she was able to prioritize what was important to her during the search, ways her network helped her (and how she built that network), and overall advice that has benefitted her career.

After a short break, Maximize Monday returns with Hope B, a fellow recruiter, to talk about how she got started in talent acquisition, how she's progressed her career and focused on new projects to keep growing, some of the ways she has built a personal brand to continue to develop her skills, and what advice she'd give to others who are looking to get into the industry and find long-term success.

As summer break for educators approaches, decided to have Tyrina L join me to discuss job searching techniques and strategies for transitioning educators. One of the best career coaches when it comes to getting candidates into a new role, Tyrina and I go through some of the basics for networking and resume building, some of the common misconceptions around career coaching, and how she manages expectations for her clients.

Welcome back! Maximize Monday returns, and Charlotte R joins to discuss how she got started becoming a fitness content creator. We go over the journey for her, how she took it from an idea to an actual YouTube channel, the importance of building your brand, finding consistency, and not burning yourself out with your side hustle.

This week, I'm joined again by corporate healer, Kasia P, to discuss her role in supporting those looking to make improvements on their professional careers through personal exploration.We discuss the importance of building trust with clients, how she relies on her authenticity to gain that trust and build her network, how she works with clients to find what's important when "Work/Life balance" is discussed, and how she uses her own advice to focus on her own goals and ambitions.

Former guest Sammi N returns to the show this week, to talk about what has been going on in her world since her last visit to Maximize Monday in 2024. We focus on branding and content creation, how to focus on personal success to achieve professional growth, the importance of self-care, being authentic, and cutting through the noise.We also take a look at how she aims to show her personal side on a professional platform, the ways she showcases her personality in her content, and finding the balance of what to share without oversharing.

On this episode, Jade M joins the show to break down all things recruiting in the UK. We discuss what got her into the recruitment industry, how communication plays a large role in her style of recruiting, what she enjoys most about having a sales focus, and how she has built her personal brand.We also discuss hiring and interviewing practices, candidate experiences, and what she does to find balance of networking and marketing for herself and her company.

On this episode, Brooke W joins to discuss her career in recruitment - the path that led her into the industry, what has motivated her to stay in the industry, how she aims to create a positive candidate experience, and how she utilizes this insight in her own career advancement searches. We also discuss the importance of communication, how to best provide feedback to candidates, and more.

This episode, Brianna T joins the show to discuss her move from talent acquisition into the real estate industry, recently taking on a position as a mortgage loan originator. We discuss what led to her decision to enter a new field after leaving talent acquisition, some of the ways she relied on her network as a recruiter that she intends to use in a new industry, the challenge of re-entering the workforce after taking the time to be home with her children, and much more.

On this episode, Kayla L returns to the show to discuss her recent job search - having made the move out of the classroom and into something new over 3 years ago, Kayla was kind enough to return to discuss her career in sales, some of the transferrable skills she didn't know would come in handy but do in her new role, some of the unexpected skills she has had to develop, how she utilizes her network to approach new growth, and the motivation gained from being named as a woman making an impact in the industry.

On the first episode of 2025, long-time friend Gabby joins to share some insight on the staffing industry. We discuss how she got started with her current company, the ways she challenged herself to grow into new roles, how she prioritizes the candidate experience, and maintains consistent communication throughout the hiring process. We also discuss building your personal brand, while being cognizant of a company brand, the importance of providing feedback to applicants, and how to get started in building a supportive network.

On the final Maximize Monday episode of 2024, I am joined by Lindsay S to discuss her recent move from a career in the sports industry to real estate. We discuss how the skills she's developed along the way in her impressive career are going to benefit her as she makes this move, her mindset of having as few non-negotiables as possible which allowed her to pursue various opportunities, the importance of networking and branding to maintain success, and much more. She also breaks down the importance of having a strong support system and how she challenges herself to try new things and experience additional growth and development of her skills.

This week, I'm joined by Marley R to discuss her move back into the classroom, as she's recently began her career as a virtual instructor after spending time as a journalist, in public relations, and as an in-person educator over the years. We discussed the overall journey of her career - how she's always remained involved in education and her strong desire to give back to her community, and how this led to her being where she is now. We discuss the importance of finding the right role for you, the importance of having passionate educators, and how she has always been able to continue developing her skills along the way.

On this episode, frequent contributors, Tyrina and Katy, join me to answer some more of the common questions we get from those looking to pivot into a new career. Tyrina, career coach, and Katy, recruiter, share information on determining transferable skills, how to best utilize your winter break to focus the job search, how to use your time in the classroom to sharpen your skills, and much more insight to prepare for the next step in a career.

Back after a nice holiday break, this episode of Maximize Monday, I'm joined by Lindsay C, a former teacher who made the move into a SDR position not long ago. We have been connected for some time, so it was great to finally be able to have Lindsay join to share her story - moving from an acting career into the classroom, and then utilizing the skills developed as an educator to pivot into sales. We discuss her overall journey, how she handled imposter syndrome, how she was able to successfully navigate through two career transitions, and what she has enjoyed most about being in her new role.

A familiar face joins the Maximize Monday show, as I welcome Monica W back to discuss her move out of education and into a sales-focused role, now that she's recently celebrating her 1 year anniversary of making the move. We do a retrospective deep dive into her job search, and what insight she gained about herself and her transferrable skills that have helped her make the move into a new field. We discuss the unexpected things that arise when you start a new role, how being in the classroom prepared her, and what she is doing to give back to others looking for career insight. And of course, some Disney discussion at the end to keep things magical!

On this episode, long-time friend Jason R joins me to discuss his career transition. Going to school for political science and pursuing a career in politics was the initial goal for Jason, and he did that for some time before pivoting into customer solutions. We discuss his move into a new industry, skills he developed along the way that made for a smoother transition, how he utilizes his own experience from early on in the company to help serve as a mentor to new employees, and what his company does right that has kept him as a happy, motivated employee for over ten years.

On this episode, Kasia P joins to discuss her career in sales, how she has learned to prioritize her personal success, and how that has led to professional success. We take a deeper look into how she finds motivation from daily activities, advice she gives to those around her to find their own success, how she began her own consulting firm as a corporate healer, and ways she aims to live the mindset she discusses across social media. We also explore how her career journey has changed over the years, where she draws genuine positivity from, and how she uses that all to continue to challenge herself to grow.

On this episode, fellow recruiter Adam B joins to discuss his career in the tech recruitment industry; how he got his start, what keeps him motivated to stay and grow in the industry, and how he has navigated the challenges that come from within staffing. We also discussed his branding efforts, how he utilizes content creation to support his recruiting needs, the importance of networking, and how he relies on his communication to create a rewarding client and candidate experience.

On this episode, I'm joined by two regulars of the show (Tyrina L and Katy G) to discuss job searching as an educator while you're still in the classroom.The new school year has started and there are many educators who made the decision to return to the classroom, but are still looking to keep their options open and explore new opportunities throughout the year. I had Tyrina (Career Coach) and Katy (Recruiter) join to share insight on how they work with candidates to stay motivated in this process. We discussed the importance of networking, not setting limitations on your timeline to find a new position, how to post and explore opportunities without shedding a negative light on teaching/education.

On this episode, long-time friend Chad joins me to discuss his career - how he got started in systems engineering and marketing, but eventually moved into real estate and property management and has been finding continued success along the way. We discuss his background in engineering, what initially got him interested in property management, how that grew into starting several small businesses in the industry, the importance of branding and marketing in finding success, and how he goes about creating a network that gives back to others looking to find their own path.

This week, fellow recruiter, Dragana, joins to discuss her career in the recruiting industry - how she got her start, what she enjoys about it that has kept her passionate in the industry, how she has balanced changing different fields within recruiting, and how she works to create a positive candidate experience. We also discuss the importance of communication, the questions she asks job-seekers when having initial consultations, and the advice she would give to aspiring recruiters, as well as those in a prolonged job search.

Been a while since there has been an episode of Maximize Monday ready to drop, but we are back (and have some amazing guests on the horizon as well). I connected with Willa many weeks ago as she's looking to transition into a new career and we set up a coffee chat to discuss my move into a new industry - during this chat, it was clear to me that Willa is someone who likes to give support and insight as much as she can. Since that call, I find myself constantly hitting the like and share button whenever she has a post, as there is so much insight about the interview/hiring process, the importance of networking, and other information to help others in their search.

Another episode where I welcome a peer in the recruitment industry to join and discuss their process when it comes to creating a rewarding candidate experience. This time joined by Katy G, who is able to offer some insight as both a recruiter and CEO of her own agency. We discuss her process when doing initial consultations with potential candidates, how she utilizes communication to strengthen the experience, her goals in finding the right opportunities for the candidates, and how she founded her own company to ensure that she was able to take ownership of the process.

On this episode, Dacey H joins to discuss her career progression; how she started in social media, pursued opportunities within higher education while obtaining her Master's, and how she ultimately ended up working for a non-profit. We discuss all of the things she loves about her current role, how she's pulled from past experiences to progress her career, how much of an impact social media made on her growth, and much more.

Another episode discussing the ways recruiters can ensure that they are creating a positive candidate experience - this time, I'm joined by Robyn W, who focuses on the interviewing and hiring experience, and Camille K, who focuses on the onboarding experience. We break down some of the different ways we can increase our communicative outputs to enhance employee engagement, some different tools that can be utilized to assist with having a structure, and the importance of maintaining consistent touchpoints.

Maximize Monday is back, and so is friend of the show, Shawna, to discuss how she creates a rewarding candidate experience as a recruiter. We look through how she stays on top of touchpoints with her candidate during the hiring process, how she handles communication with the hiring managers, what are some tools she has found useful to keep track of the projects she's managing, and when/how to give candidates feedback during the process.

Maximize Monday returns with a new guest, teacher turned Instruction Designer, Erin, who breaks down her career trajectory - how she got interested in ID from her time in the classroom, skills she developed and is utilizing in her current role, and how she tailored her resume to fit the role she was looking pursuing. We also touched on the importance of networking - how Erin built connections and had conversations with others to get a feel for where she wanted to take her career next, and how she is doing the same for others now who are on their own search.

On this episode, Tyrina Lassiter returns as we host another one of our mock interviews for transitioning educators, this time focusing on starting a new career in Instructional Design. We break down some of the common questions asked during the interview, best strategy to approach answering based on experience in the classroom, how to do your research on new technology, and ways to present your experience through a quantitative approach.

On this episode, I'm joined by content creator, Maria, to discuss her entry into the field and what she enjoys most about being in a creative role. We discuss how she navigates through different industries to provide brand support, the overall goals she likes to set with her clients, how she handled the challenges of working in content creation through the pandemic, and much more. We also discuss goals and motivators as Maria gives valuable insight and advice to those who are looking to get started in a new industry.

On this crossover episode, former 3CT guest and longtime friend, Kaci L, joins to discuss her career in professional wrestling. We discuss how she went about getting a trainer, the mindset and mentality of moving from Baltimore to Florida to help with her development, and what she loves most about being in the industry. We also took some time to discuss goals and motivators for the week ahead, some insight on chasing your dreams, and advice that has helped her along the way.

Fellow recruiter and longtime connection, Aysia, joins Maximize Monday this week to discuss her recent job search, what got her into recruiting, some of the skills she developed in her time working in customer support that have helped her be successful, and advice that has been beneficial along the way. We also discussed her efforts to make mental health and DEI initiatives a priority during her recent search, the research she did into the companies that interviewed her to ensure that values aligned, and how she took some time during the search to pursue new certifications that will assist in her career development.

Another when worlds collide episode drops, as Rosaria joins the show to discuss her career in the film industry. Having met through wrestling, we discuss how taking acting classes helped her be comfortable as a ring announcer and interviewer, and then led to some opportunities in film. Rosaria talks about her start in the horror genre, how being involved in the entirety of the project gave her a love for some of the behind-the-scenes responsibilities, future projects that are in the works, and advice she'd give to anyone else looking to get started in acting.

On this episode, Marlane joins the show to discuss her career moves - going from journalism to the classroom, and then finding success in both, which ultimately led to her pursuing a role in Public Relations. We discuss how she was able to utilize the skills she developed in media to be successful in the classroom, traits she enjoyed as an educator that helped her grow when she went back to journalism, and how both experiences shaped where she is now. We also break down advice she gives to others looking to enter any of the fields she has worked in, the importance of providing support and encouragement to educators, and how she continues to play a role in student development and success.