Career Espresso

By: Amanda Owen-Meehan
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  • Summary

  • A podcast for women who want to take action to get the career they know they deserve. Every week I’ll be sharing simple, honest, and actionable career advice in short, easy to listen to chunks. Each episode looks at a common issue career or work issue with practical suggestions to help you overcome obstacles and advice and to support your career ambitions and goals.

    You’ll leave with clear strategies to help you be more fulfilled and successful at work. Quite simply it's work and careers, done your way in the same time that it takes to drink your morning coffee.

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Episodes
  • Episode 84 - Future proofing your career and keeping relevant in a changing workplace

    Episode 84 - Future proofing your career and keeping relevant in a changing workplace
    Apr 9 2025
    In Episode 84, your host Amanda questions common career advice that might send you in the wrong direction. If conflicting guidance about staying relevant leaves you confused, this episode offers clarity.
    Episode Highlights


    ➡️ Why technical certifications often miss the mark for long-term success➡️ Three capabilities that make you valuable regardless of workplace changes➡️ How to manage your skills like an investment portfolio➡️ A practical 15-minute exercise to help you apply your strengths across different roles


    Amanda challenges three major assumptions about future-proofing -
    You need to predict the future to prepare for it - Focus on adaptability instead of prediction.Technical skills are what future-proof you - Develop the ability to evaluate and leverage innovations rather than mastering current technology.Future-proofing means adding more - Strategic subtraction is as important as thoughtful addition.


    This episode builds on previous conversations about career myths and power dynamics, offering a fresh perspective that values adaptability over prediction.Try Amanda's coffee shot challenge: a 15-minute value translation exercise to see how your strengths apply across different contexts.


    Career Espresso: Your weekly shot of career wisdom.


    Don't forget to take a look at this week's podsheet to support your learning and exploration of the key themes and topics
    Get a full transcript of the episode here
    Love the episode? Help other women discover these career-changing insights by subscribing and leaving a review wherever you listen to your podcasts.
    Got questions or want to share your career transformation story? Reach out to amanda@wearereadytorise.com - we'd love to hear from you!


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    13 mins
  • Episode 83 - The generalist myth - Challenging the idea that you need to ‘do it all’

    Episode 83 - The generalist myth - Challenging the idea that you need to ‘do it all’
    Apr 2 2025
    Are you stretching yourself too thin trying to master every skill in your industry?
    In this episode of Career Espresso, host Amanda tackles "The Generalist Myth" – the misguided belief that career success depends on being a jack-of-all-trades. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by job descriptions demanding 15+ different skills or worried that specialising might limit your opportunities, this episode is your wake-up call.
    What You'll Learn -



    Why spreading yourself across multiple domains leads to "excellence dilution"The surprising research showing specialists are 37% more likely to be promoted than generalistsHow gender expectations push women particularly toward the "do it all" mentalityThe power of finding your unique "genius zone" where your talents, skills, and interests overlapPractical strategies to develop "strategic depth" instead of shallow breadth
    Whether you're feeling burnt out from trying to do it all or simply questioning your career development strategy, this shot of career wisdom will transform how you approach your professional growth.
    Don't forget to take a look at this week's podsheet to support your learning and exploration of the key themes and topics
    Get a full transcript of the episode here
    Love the episode? Help other women discover these career-changing insights by subscribing and leaving a review wherever you listen to your podcasts.
    Got questions or want to share your career transformation story? Reach out to amanda@wearereadytorise.com - we'd love to hear from you!

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    11 mins
  • Episode 82 - The expertise trap - When being the best at your job holds you back

    Episode 82 - The expertise trap - When being the best at your job holds you back
    Mar 26 2025
    Are your exceptional skills keeping you stuck?
    In this episode of Career Espresso, host Amanda tackles the counterintuitive paradox that's holding back talented professionals everywhere: The Expertise Trap.



    Discover why the common advice to "keep your head down and do excellent work" might be the biggest career myth preventing your advancement. Through compelling research and real-world examples, Amanda reveals how technical excellence alone isn't enough to climb the career ladder—especially for women in the workplace.
    What you'll learn -



    The three-part equation for genuine career progression (hint: technical skills are just one piece)Why organisations often promote based on leadership potential rather than technical expertiseFive warning signs that you've fallen into the expertise trap
    Whether you're feeling stuck in your current role or want to proactively avoid the expertise trap, this episode delivers actionable insights to transform your approach to career development. "Sometimes the path up means stepping sideways first."
    Don't forget to take a look at this week's podsheet to support your learning and exploration of the key themes and topics
    Get a full transcript of the episode here
    Love the episode? Help other women discover these career-changing insights by subscribing and leaving a review wherever you listen to your podcasts.
    Got questions or want to share your career transformation story? Reach out to amanda@wearereadytorise.com - we'd love to hear from you!

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    19 mins

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