You’re tuned in to Career Convos with Nikki: real, unfiltered conversations about what it takes to build a career you actually want in corporate America. If you’re an accountant, analyst, finance manager, controller, or just trying to figure out what’s next in your career… you’re in the right place.

We talk about navigating layoffs, dealing with microaggressions, managing up, and advocating for yourself in rooms where no one looks like you. Grab your coffee, an old fashioned, or some lemon mint water and let's get into this conversation.

Let's keep this conversation going in the #CareerConvos™️Community where we meet at the roundtable and go deeper into these conversations. You can also access the learning library for coaching sessions and tutorials for career guidance, templates you can copy and use, and learn how to negotiate like a boss. Choose the transferable skills learning track or the technical accounting skills track in the #CareerConvos™️Community.

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In this deeply personal episode of CareerConvos™️, I reflect on my very first job fresh out of college, the awkward, eye-opening, and invaluable lessons that shaped my career path. From the handwritten thank-you note that set me apart to navigating a manufacturing facility in stilettos and steel toes, this story is about showing up authentically and embracing the unspoken realities of corporate America.

I share how early challenges, tough love from my first real boss, and relentless curiosity pushed me to grow beyond the numbers and into a confident professional who knows how to navigate complex environments. If you’re seeking real-world career advice grounded in experience, especially about standing out, learning the unwritten rules, and owning your journey, this episode is for you.

Whether you’re new to the workforce or a seasoned pro looking for a fresh perspective, these reflections remind us all that there’s no shortcut to growth, but there is power in the work.

Tune in and get ready to lean into the lessons that aren’t in the handbook but make all the difference.

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If this episode reflects what you’re living through at work, book time on my calendar for career coaching.
We’ll talk through the realities of your role, what’s shifting around you, and how to position yourself for what’s next.