Forever Employable Stories

Simon Majumdar is a world-renowned chef, food writer, speaker, and broadcaster, as well as the host of the global food history podcast, Eat My Globe. He is known for his appearances as a judge on numerous hit US TV food shows, most notably those on Food Network, such as Cutthroat Kitchen, Beat Bobby Flay, and The Next Iron Chef.  Simon joins Jeff Gothelf to share his journey, and inspire others to follow their hearts. At the age of 40, Simon quit his job as a successful publisher to fulfill his life’s ambition, where he discovered his passion for food. He discusses the tragedy that fueled his drive, his battle with depression, his professional success, and how he came out on top as forever employable. You’ll hear Simon and Jeff Gothelf talk about: Simon’s dissatisfaction with his previous job and how he recognized it. The tipping point that cemented Simon’s decision to go after his dreams.  Finding your ‘ikigai.’ Authenticity, and why it matters. The impact of sharing your story. Why being low-maintenance is a good thing. How finding an area to fuel your passion can support you through adversity. Resources Jeff Gothelf on LinkedIn | Twitter JeffGothelf.com Simon Majumdar on LinkedIn | Twitter | Facebook SimonMajumdar.com

Max Miller is a YouTuber whose channel is focused around the concept of food and its history. His channel, Tasting History with Max Miller, teaches viewers how to make historic dishes while explaining what goes into the recipes, where they come from, and how to recreate them from the past. Max’s unique content has allowed him to build a following of over 900,000 subscribers. Max joins Jeff Gothelf to talk about his journey, and encourage others to proactively go after their interests. He shares insights about how we can turn the things we’re passionate about into what we do every day and make ourselves forever employable. You’ll hear Max and Jeff Gothelf talk about: How Max shifted his career from theatre, to Disney, to baking. The importance of storytelling. What qualifies as an ‘ancient’ recipe. How Max ignores detractors and keeps his focus on his passion. Adding your unique contribution to your field. Suggestions for those who are interested in pursuing their passion. Resources Jeff Gothelf on LinkedIn | Twitter JeffGothelf.com Max Miller on YouTube | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook

In this exciting new season of Forever Employable, host Jeff Gothelf shares stimulating, impactful conversations with a diverse lineup of successful individuals. Inspiring people from various industries talk about their experience and divulge their tried-and-true methods for building and monetizing content, audiences, and networks. Prepped with crisper, more tactical and more entertaining stories than ever before, Jeff Gothelf aims to stir your pot of passion and serve you the ingredients to be forever employable.

Looking back over the first season of the Forever Employable Stories Podcast, Jeff reflects on the amazing stories of people who have used thier passion and expertise to build multiple revenue streams, grow an audience and create opportunities beyond their skill sets. Jeff talks about what he's learned, some of his most memorable moments form the series, and starts looking ahead to Season 2.

Stephen Shedletzky is Head of Brand Experience and Lead Igniter at Simon Sinek Inc. At the start of his career, Stephen seemed to have it made already. However, he and his employer had different perspectives on leadership, and he soon had to seek other opportunities. Stephen joins Jeff Gothelf to share his story and use it to demonstrate how persistence and perseverance will make you forever employable. You’ll hear Stephen and Jeff Gothelf talk about: The equation of luck. Stephen’s noteworthy email to his (then) prospective employer. The opportunity that rewarded Stephen for his perseverance, which spawned more opportunities. How the journey makes the destination. Where confidence comes from. The advice that made Stephen push past his self-doubt. The importance of building a network. In the Forever Employable podcast, host Jeff Gothelf shares stimulating, impactful stories and interviews with successful professionals as he prepares to launch his new book. It is his aim to provide listeners with the actionable insights to take them from professionally fit to forever employable.  Watch the full conversation between Stephen and Jeff. Resources Jeff Gothelf on LinkedIn | Twitter JeffGothelf.com Stephen Shedletzky on LinkedIn | Twitter SimonSinek.com

Jared Kirby is a classical and historical fencing instructor who has been involved in Combat for Screen & Stage and Western Martial Arts for nearly 25 years. He is the President of Combat Con in Las Vegas, and teaches fencing and stage combat in New York. Jared is a Master of Arms, editor, and fight coordinator who has worked with stars such as Peter Sarsgaard and Cameron Douglas. Jared joins Jeff Gothelf to talk about his journey, how he found his passion, and the steps he took along the way to become forever employable. You’ll hear Jared and Jeff Gothelf discuss: The night that changed Jared’s life. How Jared combines real technical skill with choreography for the best possible results. The basic rules of stage fighting. The four stages to confidence and how mentorship impacts the journey. Why having a big ego is actually good. What makes a great teacher. How Jared is managing the current crisis with the nature of his work. In the Forever Employable podcast, host Jeff Gothelf shares stimulating, impactful stories and interviews with successful professionals as he prepares to launch his new book. It is his aim to provide listeners with the actionable insights to take them from professionally fit to forever employable.  Watch the full conversation with Jared and Jeff right here.  Resources Jeff Gothelf on LinkedIn | Twitter JeffGothelf.com Jared Kirby on Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube JaredKirby.com

Today’s Forever Employable Story is Alden Mills, an ex-Navy Seal, author, keynote speaker, and entrepreneur. He is the founder, CXO Advisor, and investor at Alden Mills Companies and a member of the Board of Directors at Headsets.com. His 25 years of experience in military and business have made him into a high-performance leader with expertise in company strategy, growth, and team-building.  You’ll hear Alden and Jeff talk about: How Alden turned a negative into a positive and boosted his self-confidence. The relationship between risk, failure, and success. What entrepreneurship really is, and what makes an entrepreneur. How the model of improvement, innovation, and invention translates into the career world. Service as a motivator. The importance of persistence and internal teamwork. Reframing your mindset to see opportunities amidst uncertainty. In the Forever Employable podcast, host Jeff Gothelf shares stimulating, impactful stories and interviews with successful professionals as he prepares to launch his new book. It is his aim to provide listeners with the actionable insights to take them from professionally fit to forever employable.  Watch the conversation, and get the full transcript. Resources Jeff Gothelf on LinkedIn | Twitter JeffGothelf.com Alden Mills on LinkedIn | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube Alden-Mills.com Be Unstoppable by Alden Mills Unstoppable Teams by Alden Mills

Michael Bungay Stanier is a bestselling author, and the founder of Box of Crayons, an organization that helps other organizations transform from advice-driven to curiosity-led. His book The Coaching Habit has sold almost one million copies worldwide and has been instrumental in providing key tips for entrepreneurs.  Michael is Jeff Gothelf’s guest on this episode; he talks about his journey and gives advice about how to become forever employable. You’ll hear Michael and Jeff Gothelf discuss: Entrepreneurship as a way of claiming your own autonomy.  How Michael created his start-up company.  How he is helping individuals become forces for change.  The phases of becoming an entrepreneur. The importance of creating intellectual property.  The theory of give and take, as opposed to giving everything away for free. In the Forever Employable podcast, host Jeff Gothelf shares stimulating, impactful stories and interviews with successful professionals as he prepares to launch his new book. It is his aim to provide listeners with the actionable insights to take them from professionally fit to forever employable.  Watch the full conversation between Michael and Jeff here.  Resources Jeff Gothelf on LinkedIn | Twitter JeffGothelf.com Michael Bungay Stanier on LinkedIn  BoxofCrayons.com MBS.works The Coaching Habit

Alisa Cohn is an executive coach, CEO of Alisa Cohn & Associates, Inc., and Member of the Board of Advisors at Hone and cela. She is a writer for Inc, Forbes and Harvard Business Review, and has been featured in BBC, Bloomberg, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and other regional publications. She was named the #1 Startup Coach in the world by Thinkers50 and placed among the Top 30 Global Gurus for Startups. Some of her clients include Venmo, Foursquare, Calvin Klein, and Pfizer. Alisa joins Jeff Gothelf to share how she discovered the concept of coaching and why she felt it was the right decision for her. She discusses how she built her business and eventually scaled it to the point where she is now, the top recognized expert on startup coaching. She offers the tips and techniques she used along her journey that made her forever employable.  You’ll hear Alisa and Jeff Gothelf talk about: What an executive coach does. Why Alisa left the corporate world to pursue coaching. How Alisa gained experience and improved by coaching her friends. The importance of networking in building your brand. Why writing is important in becoming an expert. Methods of generating business. How Alisa stays relevant with the added competition in the new virtual workplace. In the Forever Employable podcast, host Jeff Gothelf shares stimulating, impactful stories and interviews with successful professionals as he prepares to launch his new book. It is his aim to provide listeners with the actionable insights to take them from professionally fit to forever employable.  Watch the full conversation with Alisa and Jeff here.  Resources Jeff Gothelf on LinkedIn | Twitter JeffGothelf.com Alisa Cohn on LinkedIn  AlisaCohn.com

Peter Hollens is an entrepreneur, educator, and classically trained vocal artist specializing in a cappella music on YouTube. His entrepreneurial spirit has turned his singing skills into an adjacent set of opportunities that have transformed into a highly successful business. He is the founder and Chief Strategist of Creator Agency, as well as the owner of One Voice Productions and an advisor at Patreon, Tubular Labs, and Loudr. Peter has a YouTube following of over 2.5 million and his content has garnered over a billion views since 2011.  Peter joins Jeff Gothelf to share what he has learned and generously teaches others to do as well. He talks about how he continuously reinvents himself, tests new ideas, doubles down on the ones that resonate with his audience, and in doing so, becomes forever employable. You’ll hear Peter and Jeff Gothelf talk about: Peter’s pursuit of his passion and how it blossomed into a successful career. How Peter created the community he was searching for. Building self-confidence through experience. Why copying others isn’t as bad as you may think. The importance of acquisition content as a creator. Why you need to own your creative process. How Peter’s company is actually benefiting from the current crisis. In the Forever Employable podcast, host Jeff Gothelf shares stimulating, impactful stories and interviews with successful professionals as he prepares to launch his new book. It is his aim to provide listeners with the actionable insights to take them from professionally fit to forever employable.  Watch the full conversation with Peter and Jeff here.  Resources Jeff Gothelf on LinkedIn | Twitter JeffGothelf.com Peter Hollens on LinkedIn | Twitter | YouTube PeterHollens.com