The Inner Work of Career Fulfillment with Melissa Armstrong

How I'm Staying The Course When Uncertainty Gets Hard

In this episode, Vanessa talks through the reality of change and how change can bring on many uncomfortable feelings. Often times, so uncomfortable that we aren't willing to sit through the time needed for change to truly happen. Now that she has hit 5 months of working on her own, she comes to the pod with real, practical advice on how she has been navigating times of uncertainty. Share you thoughts with Vanessa on how these tips have either helped you in the past or if there is something in addition that's been useful for you! You can find Vanessa on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/vanessapileggifecca/] and LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessa-pileggi-968757111/]!

Designing a Career That’s Uniquely Yours with Seattle’s Top Career Coach, Erika Price

In this episode of Career Edit, Vanessa sits down with Erika Price, a career coach who’s as grounded as she is wise. With 20 years of experience in corporate leadership and program management, including a successful run at Microsoft, Erika brings a deep understanding of both career pivots and the inner work it takes to make them. Erika Price is a Certified, Accredited, and Licensed career coach who helps professionals get hired, level up or pivot into new careers. She brings two decades of corporate experience to her coaching, having led teams, launched products and managed programs at tech giants, startups, and small businesses-most recently at Microsoft. She was recently listed as Seattle’s Top 15 Career Coach and can be found on LinkedIn or her website (listed below).  In this episode, we explore: * Erika’s career path, including a 13-year breakand her transition back into tech before launching her own business * The Ikigai framework: how to get clear onwhat you actually want to be doing in your career * How to shift your mindset and manage almost anywork problem by focusing on what you cancontrol * Why knowing your core values is more importantthan having every detail figured out * An introduction to the Positive Intelligence assessment and how identifyingyour internal “saboteurs” can improve your peace and performance at work * What to do when work feels heavy, uninspired, orjust off * Simple ways to bring more presence and peaceinto your day-to-day Whether you're in a season of questioning, transition, or trying to figure out what’s next, Erika’s approach offers both practical and soulful guidance. Connect with Erika: Erika’s Ikigai Framework [https://rootcausecoaching.com/ikigai/] Positive Intelligence Saboteur Assessment [https://www.positiveintelligence.com/saboteurs/] Website: RootCauseCoaching.com [https://RootCauseCoaching.com] LinkedIn: Erika Price [https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikaparkerprice/]

The Inner Work of Career Fulfillment with Melissa Armstrong

What if the burnout, overwhelm, or frustration you're feeling at work isn’t just about the job but about your internal response to situations? In this episode of Career Edit, we explore the power of nervous system regulation and how it can completely shift the way we experience challenges in our careers and beyond. Vanessa sits down with holistic health and trauma-informed coach Melissa Armstrong, who specializes in helping people align mind, body, and spirit to live with more clarity, calm, and purpose. Together, they unpack how our nervous system shapes our reactions, why certain patterns follow us from job to job, and how we can begin to find peace within, even when external circumstances are less than ideal. If you’ve ever felt stuck in a cycle of job hopping, emotional reactivity, or never quite feeling fulfilled no matter what changes you make this episode is for you. What You’ll Learn: * What nervous system regulation actually is (and why it matters) * How trauma and chronic stress impact our work life and relationships * Tools and techniques to ground yourself in stressful moments * Why regulating your internal state can lead to more contentment—without changing everything around you * How to know when the issue isn’t the job, but your body’s response to it Interested in working with Melissa? Connect with her here:  * Holistic Health by Melissa [https://holistichealthbymelissa.com/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaemnNXaRu2Whxkktpe4Le8YY3CBo15BvEKf73sFQ3s0Bywv0ZI_NtZ7y2WvnA_aem__pugRObMZ989ASeqekY00w] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/holistichealthbymelissa/?hl=en]

Redefining Success & Making it Happen with Henna Pryor

I’m joined by Henna Pryor, Workplace Performance Expert, Keynote Speaker, LinkedIn Learning instructor, and award-winning author of Good Awkward. Henna is the founder of Pryority Group, where she helps high achievers and teams turn discomfort into a powerful tool for growth. She’s a two-time TEDx speaker, certified coach, and has worked with brand name companies and Glassdoor serving as a WorkLife Pro. In our conversation, Henna shares how she’s continually evolved her career from accounting to recruiting to coaching, course creation, and public speaking. We talk about: * What it really looks like to iterate on your career (even when you’re already successful) * How Henna defines success and the questions she asks herself before saying “yes” to something new * The story behind her LinkedIn Learning course and how she pitched it * How she’s built a portfolio career that aligns with her strengths, energy, and values * Why embracing good awkwardness is key to growing both professionally and personally Whether you’re in a season of growth, pivoting, or simply questioning what’s next, this episode is packed with honest insight, real talk, and practical takeaways to help you move forward with more clarity and confidence. Connect with Henna: * Website: pryoritygroup.com [https://pryoritygroup.com] * LinkedIn: Henna Pryor [https://www.linkedin.com/in/hennapryor/] * Book: Good Awkward [https://www.amazon.com/Good-Awkward-Embrace-Embarrassing-Celebrate/dp/1646871456]

How Nature Fuels Innovation and Authentic Strategy with Jessica DeAngelo, Chief Hiking Officer

This week on Career Edit, we head outdoors (literally and metaphorically) with Jessica DeAngelo, the founder of Hike to Become™ and Chief Hiking Officer. With a background in global sales and strategy for companies like Amazon, Nike, and Uber, Jessica now guides leaders off the beaten path using nature and movement to spark clarity, creativity, and connection. We talk about her personal pivot from corporate to entrepreneurship, how her business truly took off once she leaned into her most authentic strategy, and the powerful transformation that happens when we ditch our desks and take our work outside. What we cover in this episode: * The Hike to Become™ methodology and the HIKE31 Challenge * Why your best ideas come when you’re in motion and unplugged * The role of silence in business strategy * How movement in nature improves both personal clarity and business performance Whether you're a leader, entrepreneur, or just feeling disconnected from your spark, this episode will inspire you to reconnect with your wild side and work in a way that feels aligned. Watch her TEDx talk: 🎥 Why We Are Afraid to Go into the Woods [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D0cGIfPbx1I] Connect with Jessica: 🌐 Website: www.hiketobecome.com [http://www.hiketobecome.com] 📸 Instagram: @hikingbusinesscoach [https://www.instagram.com/hikingbusinesscoach/] 💼 LinkedIn: Jessica DeAngelo [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-deangelo-mba/]