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The Career Refresh with Jill Griffin: Career Reinvention, Leadership Coaching, and Professional Brand
The Career Refresh: Career Reinvention, Leadership Coaching, and Professional Brand is for high-performing professionals, executives, and entrepreneurs ready to lead with clarity and courage. Hosted by executive coach and strategist Jill Griffin, this show helps you navigate career transitions, leadership reinvention, and identity shifts with practical tools and bold mindset shifts.
Whether leading a team or stepping into your next chapter, each episode delivers actionable insights on modern leadership, professional branding, team dynamics, and resilience.
About Your Host: Jill Griffin is a leadership strategist, executive coach, and former media executive who helps high-performing professionals pivot and grow with clarity, confidence, and intention. She’s partnered with hundreds of individuals and teams —from boardrooms to small business owners—to navigate reinvention, lead through complexity, and build a career that fits.
Jill has been featured on Adam Grant’s WorkLife podcast and published in Fast Company, HuffPost, and Metro UK. The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Departures, and Ad Age have also quoted her expertise. Follow her on LinkedIn and learn more at GriffinMethod.com.
Episodes
228 episodes
Mid-Year 2025 Career Trends: Navigating the Job Market: AI, Summer Slowdowns, and Strategic Networking with Executive Recruiter Kristian Schwartz
The job market may be sending mixed signals, but one thing’s clear—companies still hire problem-solvers. In this episode, Jill talks with Kristian Schwartz, founder of The Montgomery Group, about navigating today’s complex hiring ...
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Season 12
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Episode 228
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52:57
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So…You’ve Been Canceled at Work. How to Recover Your Professional Brand
What happens when you make a mistake at work, and everyone knows it? Whether a comment was taken the wrong way, an unfiltered moment in a meeting, or showing up unprepared, reputational hits can feel career-ending. In this episode, we talk abou...
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Season 11
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Episode 227
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12:26
Leadership Identity: The Hidden Filter Behind Every Decision You Make
In this episode, I explain leadership identity, how it differs from personal brand, and why it’s the key to making confident, aligned decisions, especially in times of change.You’ll learn how to:Clarify your leadership identi...
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Season 11
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Episode 226
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17:44
Greatest Hits: What really happens after you’ve been fired?
In this candid and powerful conversation, Jill Griffin—Career Strategist and Executive Coach—sits down with Vicki Bradley, CEO and Founder of Women in Leadership, to talk about the messy middle of career setbacks and how to come out stronger.
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Season 11
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Episode 225
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31:46
Confident on Stage, Awkward at Happy Hour: The Social Anxiety Paradox
Why do some confident presenters crumble during coffee chats? We unpack the paradox of high-performing speakers with social anxiety and offer practical ways to show up without spiraling. In this episode we cover:The science behind “...
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Season 11
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Episode 224
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13:21
Is Reactive Thinking Wrecking Your Professional Brand?
If your thoughts bounce from “she’s rude” to “they’re amazing” in the same breath, you’re not alone. But this pattern messes with your brand—and your ability to trust your own mind. In this episode I discuss:Why constant mental flip...
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Season 11
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Episode 223
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10:43
Intrapreneurship in Action: Driving Change from Within with Media Executive Eric Gillin
In this episode of The Career Refresh, I talk with Eric Gillin—an executive who’s held just about every role in media: editor, product lead, head of sales. He calls himself “professional putty,” and he’s not wrong.We cover:<...
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Season 11
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Episode 222
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42:42
How Leaders Can Prevent Burnout by Understanding Work Styles
As team leaders, we need to understand what prevents burnout, understand work styles, and build thriving teams by creating environments where everyone can succeed, from the ultra-resilient to the highly sensitive.This episode breaks down...
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Season 11
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Episode 221
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12:43
Networking When You’re Unclear (And a Little Freaked Out)
Feeling awkward about networking? You’re not alone. In this episode, I’ll show you how to reach out with clarity, confidence, and strategy—without feeling like you’re begging for help. In this episode: Why networking isn’t abou...
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Season 11
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Episode 220
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14:16
Excellence vs. Perfectionism
Perfection looks good, but excellence gets results. This episode breaks down: A recent failure, the mindset behind it, and how to lead with ownership The hidden cost of cutting cornersWhy asking for help ...
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Season 11
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Episode 219
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10:12
The Antidote to Uncertainty (It’s Not What You Think)
In an unpredictable world—elections, layoffs, economic swings—our brains scramble for meaning, often defaulting to worst-case scenarios. In this episode, discover how to combat uncertainty—our biggest productivity killer. We also discuss: ...
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Season 11
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Episode 218
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18:09
Pitching, Public Speaking, and Leading in Startups with Beth Mach, Co-founder of Spacely Media
Beth Mach, Co-founder and COO of Spacely, shares how her 25+ year career—and 70 global pitches in one year—prepared her for her TEDx talk. She discusses decision-making confidence, leadership ...
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Season 11
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Episode 217
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44:48
The Evolution of Work: Navigating the Job, Career, and Calling Journey
Work isn’t just a paycheck—it’s a journey. We explore the three stages, Job, Career, and Calling, and how each phase shapes purpose, growth, and reinvention. In this episode, I discuss: How to move from survival t...
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Season 11
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Episode 216
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16:44
Why We’re So Hard on Ourselves—And How to Break the Cycle
We’re often our own toughest critics, but self-doubt doesn’t have to control us. Learn how to shift your mindset, stay neutral, and lead with confidence. In this episode you learn:How to break free from self-criticism ...
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Season 11
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Episode 215
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11:22
Empathy in the Workplace with Author and Empathy Advocate Maria Ross
Empathy advocate and author of The Empathy Dilemma, Maria Ross discusses how empathy fosters transparency in leadership. Learn practical strategies to build trust, improve c...
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Season 10
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Episode 214
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46:44
What I Learned From A Huge Leadership Failure
Your Leadership Classroom is Everywhere. Are You Paying Attention? Leadership isn’t about proving what you know—it’s about staying curious, observing, and learning from unexpected sources. Great leaders embrace a lifelong classroom mindset. In ...
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Season 10
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Episode 213
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16:14
Creating a Win-Win Workplace: Engagement, Profitability, and the Power of Feedback with Dr. Angela Jackson
In this episode, we dive into what it means to create a win-win workplace where both employees and employers thrive. Dr. Angela Jackson shares how to navigate resistance, foster adaptability, build trust, and empower employees for lasting organ...
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Season 10
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Episode 212
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36:40
Breaking Free from Toxic Work Cultures with Dr. William Diehl
Is your workplace more manipulative than supportive? Dr. William Diehl exposes corporate narcissism, from love bombing in interviews to toxic leadership. Learn to set boundaries and reclaim workplace balance.In this episode:
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Season 10
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Episode 211
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25:13
Navigating the Balance of Success and Significance in Your Career
Success is great—but what if significance is the real game-changer? Early in our careers, we chase success—until we realize significance gives it meaning. In this episode, we dive into:How authentic leadership blends success with la...
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Season 10
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Episode 210
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12:24
Career Growth Mindset: How to Change Your Mind
Are you stuck in the past without realizing it? In this episode, we uncover how to change your mind and shift from probability to possibility. From there you can create a career and a future that excites you.What you’ll learn:...
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Season 10
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Episode 209
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13:22
3 Types of Workplace Narcissists and How to Deal with Them
Navigating a workplace narcissist can be exhausting. Learn how to set boundaries, protect your confidence, navigate toxic people, and take control of your career. This episode breaks down:How to identify the 3 different types ...
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Season 10
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Episode 208
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20:33
Why a Portfolio Career is the Future of Work (and How to Start Yours)
A portfolio career isn’t just about juggling multiple gigs—it’s about owning your career narrative, strategically stacking your skills, and positioning yourself for long-term success. And trust me, whether you realize it or not, you probably al...
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Season 10
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Episode 207
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19:59
Scarcity Thinking Will Impact Your Career (Here's How to Stop It)
Is scarcity thinking holding you back?In this episode, we’re tackling the sneaky, joy-stealing mindset of scarcity—the belief that there’s never enough to go around. Whether it’s money, career opportunities, time, or even self-wor...
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Season 10
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Episode 206
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14:39
A Career Paradox: How Surrender Leads to Growth
Have you ever faced a curveball—like a job rejection, health challenge, or unraveling career plans—and felt torn between fighting harder or giving up? What if there’s a third way? Today, we’re diving into the art of surrender, expl...
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Season 10
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Episode 205
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23:24
Managing Up: The Career Game You Need to Win
Your boss holds the keys to your next move - but are you waiting for them to unlock your potential? Rarely gonna happen. Welcome to the art of managing up, where you take control of your career trajectory instead of hoping someone else will.
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Season 10
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Episode 204
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15:30