Career Lab
Entrepreneurship, business & growth
Hosted by Shelby Cresswell · New episodes daily
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Stop Saying Yes: Why Draining Projects Are Killing Your Business | Career Lab
In this episode of Career Lab, host Shelby Cresswell tackles the silent killer of entrepreneurial success: the tendency to say 'yes' to draining projects that compromise your values and energy. This guide is essential for founders…
Overcoming the Fear of Starting Over at Forty | Career Lab
This episode of Career Lab addresses the specific anxiety and imposter syndrome experienced by professionals who feel they are 'behind' in their careers at age forty. Host Shelby Cresswell provides a comprehensive guide for mid-life…
The Relief of Setting Hard Boundaries Early | Career Lab
In this episode of Career Lab, host Shelby Cresswell explores the critical business strategy of setting hard boundaries early in your entrepreneurial journey. Many founders fall into the trap of believing that constant availability equals…
Why 'Rest Is Radical' Is Just Cliché (And What To Do Instead) | Career Lab
In this episode of Career Lab, host Shelby Cresswell dismantles the modern influencer myth that 'rest is radical,' arguing instead that rest is a biological necessity and an operational requirement for sustainable business growth. This…
Slack Is Not a 24/7 Job: Reclaiming Your Boundaries | Career Lab
In this episode of Career Lab, host Shelby Cresswell tackles the pervasive issue of digital burnout and the myth that Slack or email constitutes a 24/7 job. This guide is essential for entrepreneurs, freelancers, and remote workers who…
Why Your Best Friend Hates Your Business (And How to Fix It) | Career Lab
In this episode of Career Lab, host Shelby Cresswell explores the complex and often painful dynamic between entrepreneurial success and personal friendships. Many founders experience a sudden distance or even resentment from their oldest…
Office Politics for New Hires: How to Survive Without Losing Your Soul | Career Lab
Navigating office politics as a new hire is often the most intimidating part of starting a job, yet it’s rarely taught in onboarding manuals. In this episode of Career Lab, host Shelby Cresswell dismantles the invisible curriculum that…
How to Speak Truth to Power Without Losing Your Job | Career Lab
In this episode of Career Lab, host Shelby Cresswell explores the critical professional skill of speaking truth to power without jeopardizing your employment. This guide is designed for ambitious professionals, consultants, and employees…