Day Day Up with Mr Jonathan
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You don't have to grow your career in the Western workplace by yourself.
Day Day Up is the go-to podcast for ambitious Chinese professionals building global careers.
Each week, host Jonathan Li; a Chinese-Canadian director turned career coach, shares practical stories and step-by-step strategies on communication, confidence, and career growth in Western companies.
Learn how to:
- Speak confidently in meetings and interviews
- Build influence with your manager and coworkers
- Navigate cultural differences at work
- Grow faster, perform better, and feel more confident
Whether you’re a Chinese immigrant, international student, or bilingual professional, Day Day Up helps you thrive abroad: day by day, step by step.
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How to have incredibly productive 1:1s with your manager
Those “boring” weekly 1:1s with your manager? They matter a lot more for your career than you think.Because what you choose to focus on shows how “ready” you are for the next level.If you’re like…
Your Career KPI changed, that's why you're stuck
If you’re a high-performing Chinese professional, at some point in your career you’re going to feel frustrated with your lack of growth.You realize the same strengths that helped you grow in your…
Influence at work is about focus, not force
Most people spend a big chunk of their careers trying to be heard.If that’s your frustration, at some point you’ve probably come across the words “Influence without authority”.And you probably…
Conflict at work: you have to choose your fighting style.
Workplace conflict is unavoidable in leadership, management, and career growth, but avoiding it comes at a cost.This episode breaks down fight vs flight vs freeze, real feedback conversations, and…
When managing up makes things worse
Most “manage up” advice fails because it assumes your boss is rational. In this episode, we unpack what to do when power isn’t logical, and how to protect your career anyway. Learn what to do when…
How to Keep Up in Work Meetings (Even When You Feel Behind).
What if “keeping up” in work meetings as an ESL speaker isn’t about speaking faster or sounding smarter?In this episode we discuss how ESL professionals can lead by slowing things down and bringing…
3 career lessons to change your life in 2026
Many Chinese professionals are great at waiting patiently. But what if waiting is the reason life feels stuck?This episode shares 3 hard truths about action, confidence, and beliefs that can change…
3 Micro-Habits That Make People See You as a Leader at Work
You don’t need a title to lead.In this episode, I break down 3 micro-habits that make people treat you like a leader, before the promotion ever comes. —Links— Career Coaching:…
How to be a social butterfly at your office holiday party
You don’t need to be more interesting. You need to be more interested. In this episode, I break down the therapist-style conversation techniques that turn awkward office parties into real connection,…
How to build unforgettable presentations at work
Discover why your presentations aren’t getting the recognition you deserve, and the simple GPS framework that instantly changes how leaders see you.If you want promotions, visibility, and confidence…
How to grow your career faster than you thought possible
If you’re working hard in your career but not growing, you're probably doing one of three things wrong. Here’s the simple framework that finally helped my career make sense, and might change yours…
A simple approach to building better relationships with leaders in the workplace
Why do so many Asian professionals freeze around senior leaders? And how is childhood obedience quietly sabotaging their careers today?This episode unpacks the shift from compliance to connection,…
A daily hack to improve your workplace English
You’re not slow or shy, your brain is just tired from overthinking in English.Learn the science behind fluent communication and how to sound confident, fast, and natural in every workplace…
This is how to always get good performance reviews
Your performance review isn’t a judgment. It’s a negotiation. Learn how to communicate your impact, handle manager feedback, and set clear promotion goals. —Links— Career Coaching:…
You train your manager how to treat you. Train them well.
You’re always training your boss, through every reply, email, and late-night ‘yes.’ Learn the art of managing up, setting boundaries, and earning real respect at work.—Links— Career Coaching:…
How to sound smarter at work without being a "Smooth Talker"
Many of us stay silent, hoping our work speaks for itself.But in Western workplaces, Smart Talkers speak for their work and earn respect doing it. Here's how to become one, in two simple…
Control Is The New Chaos
We’ve been taught to fight harder when life hits back. But what if the secret to strength isn’t control—it’s surrender? Let’s talk about learning to flow through chaos. —Links— Career Coaching:…
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Day Day Up with Mr Jonathan has published 17 episodes since October 2025, covering topics in Business, Careers.
Day Day Up with Mr Jonathan is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 12m.
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