In this conversation, Dr. Donald Asher, a career expert, discusses navigating toxic work environments, understanding office politics, and the importance of career coaching across different life stages. He emphasizes the significance of acculturation in organizations, the necessity of having open conversations about promotions, and the role of HR in workplace dynamics. Dr. Asher also addresses the challenges of managing reputations in toxic cultures and adapting to changes in workplace dynamics, particularly in a service economy. In this conversation, Dr. Donald Asher discusses essential skills for career advancement, emphasizing the importance of interpersonal skills, presentation abilities, and the need for young professionals to engage actively in their work environments. He highlights the challenges faced by recent graduates, particularly in remote learning settings, and the necessity of developing communication skills. The discussion also covers the balance between being irreplaceable and promotable, the benefits of job hopping, and the impact of AI on future careers. Dr. Asher encourages listeners to adapt to changes in the job market and seek guidance from thought leaders.
In this episode, Jesse talks with Dr. Donald Asher, renowned career strategist and author of Who Gets Promoted, Who Doesn’t, and Why. They dive into how to survive toxic workplaces, master office politics, manage your boss (without brown-nosing), and build a reputation that gets you promoted — even in remote and AI-disrupted workplaces.
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Mentioned Books:
📘 Who Gets Promoted, Who Doesn’t, and Why
📘 How to Get Any Job
📘 Cracking the Hidden Job Market
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