Episodes 23
Avg. Duration 30m
Activity Highly Active
Since Jan 2025
Latest Episode Jan 2026

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Next Step Career Corner helps job seekers navigate today’s job market with clarity, confidence, and practical strategy. Hosted by career coach and résumé expert Stephanie Renk, each episode delivers real-world insight on résumés, LinkedIn, interviews, job searching, and hiring trends—so you can take the next right step toward work you love.

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Ep 23: The Job Search Reset - How to Start Strong in 2026

Jan 06, 2026 14m

Welcome to a brand-new year of Next Step Career Corner! In today’s episode, Stephanie breaks down how to reset your job search for 2026 with clarity, confidence, and a practical plan that actually…

Ep 22: From Nurse to Visionary: Wendy Sclafani’s Journey to Executive Leadership (1)

Dec 16, 2025 29m

Wendy Sclafani is a seasoned healthcare executive and clinical operations leader who brings over two decades of leadership to the table. Her career spans roles in hospital-based specialties, clinical…

Ep 21: Leading Through the Seasons: Motherhood and the C-Suite

Dec 02, 2025 38m

What does leadership look like when your life is measured not only by quarterly reports but by school years, graduations, and growing independence? In this heartfelt conversation, Shannon Keenan, CFO…

Ep 20: Why Your Cover Letter Still Matters in the Age of AI

Nov 18, 2025 20m

In this episode of Next Step Career Corner, Stephanie breaks down why cover letters are far from outdated—and why most AI-generated versions fall flat. If you’ve ever wondered whether hiring…

Ep: 19: From Passion to Purpose: Building a Career in Sustainability

Nov 04, 2025 29m

Ayse Trail is an energetic ESG and sustainability leader who bridges science, business, and innovation to drive environmental impact. Currently serving as Sustainability Manager at TE Connectivity,…

Ep 18: The Power of Reflection in Your Career

Oct 21, 2025 19m

In this solo episode of Real Life. Real Leadership., host Stephanie Renk shares why reflection is the missing link between disruption and alignment in your career. You’ll learn how reflection builds…

Ep 17: What Cancer Taught Me About Leadership and Life

Oct 07, 2025 27m

In this special Breast Cancer Awareness Month episode, Stephanie opens up about her personal journey through diagnosis, treatment, and recovery—and the profound lessons it revealed about faith,…

Ep 16: From Nurse to Coach: Embracing Career Change with Clarity and Confidence

Sep 16, 2025 26m

We explore what it means to pivot professionally when you're unsure of what’s next, and how vision, values, and joy can guide the process. Meghan shares the seven key life areas she walks clients…

Ep 15: Leading Through Fire: Laura Hill’s Journey from Combat Zones to the CIO Office

Sep 02, 2025 28m

We talk about the highs and the heartbreaks. She opens up about healing, humility, and redefining leadership on her own terms. Whether you’re a woman in leadership, a veteran finding your voice, or…

Ep 14: How Leaders Get Hired Now: Stand Out in a Complex Job Market

Aug 19, 2025 26m

You’ll get a quick read on the current landscape (unemployment at ~4.2%, smaller payroll gains, job openings near 7.4M, and hiring down in LinkedIn’s real-time data), then learn how to position your…

Ep 13: Modern Leadership: Redefining Success with Angie Callen

Aug 05, 2025 33m

In this episode of Next Step Career Corner, I sit down with Angie Callen - engineer-turned-career-coach, founder of Career Benders, and creator of the Modern Coach platform. Angie is a powerhouse…

Ep 12: The Salary Bump: Owning Your Worth and Negotiating with Confidence

Jul 15, 2025 33m

Contact DetailsKeri-Lynne ShawWebsite: thesalarybump.com  LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/keri-lynne-shaw  Stephanie Renk, MBA, CPCC, CERWWebsite: www.nextstepcareerservices.comLinkedIn:…

Ep 11: Leading Through Change: Tech Leadership, Caregiving & Coaching Women

Jun 17, 2025 32m

Contact Details Julie Roberts: Engineering VP for Florida and National Staging and Integration Services (SIS) LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/julie-roberts-81002a48/ Stephanie Renk, MBA, CPCC,…

Ep 10: How Leaders Can Stand Out in the Job Search

Jun 03, 2025 36m

You’ll learn:- Why traditional job search tactics don’t work for leaders- How to communicate your impact without sounding like a job description- What makes a strong executive résumé and LinkedIn…

Ep 9: Leading with Emotional Intelligence: Empowering Women to Thrive in Complex Workplaces

May 20, 2025 35m

We dive into what it really takes to lead effectively as a woman in today’s complex professional landscape, how to develop the self-awareness and influence necessary to thrive, and why purpose-driven…

Ep 8: Balancing Motherhood & Entrepreneurship: Personal Branding Tips with Shelly Niehaus

May 06, 2025 27m

What We Cover in This Episode: ✅ Shelly’s personal story: how she launched her business as a mom ✅ Why personal branding matters - especially for women✅ Simple steps to start building a personal…

Ep 7: Behind the Scenes with a Recruiter – Featuring Cammas Freeman

Apr 15, 2025 28m

We talk aboutWhat stands out (and what doesn't) when reviewing candidate applicationsThe biggest mistakes job seekers make during the hiring processHow recruiters balance client expectations with…

Ep 6: Mom, Boss, Leader: The Dual Journey of Leadership and Parenthood

Apr 03, 2025 33m

Stephanie Renk, MBA, CPCC, CERW, CPRWCareer CoachNext Step Career ServicesWeb: https://nextstepcareerservices.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-renk/ Margaret PharesExecutive…

Ep 5: Strategic Networking and a Little Bit About Resumes

Mar 18, 2025 41m

Franklin Buchanan, founder of Post Up Careers, sits down with us to discuss strategic networking and a little bit about resumes. Connect with Franklin:LinkedIn:…

Ep 4: Confidence During Job Interviews

Mar 04, 2025 32m

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction00:47 Understanding Confidence in Interviews01:36 Gender Gap in Perceived Confidence03:03 Building and Demonstrating Confidence14:42 Leadership Skills vs.…

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