How to sound senior AF (when you're junior AF)

Check out my debut book & send us questions: linktr.ee/admin Ever feel like you have good ideas… but the second you speak in a meeting you suddenly sound junior? In this episode, I’m breaking down the communication shifts that helped me sound more credible and more strategic early in my career — even when I didn’t have the title yet. I’ll walk you through how to stop over-explaining, stop asking for unnecessary validation, and start speaking in a way that signals leadership potential. Because sounding confident at work isn’t about being the loudest person in the room — it’s about being the clearest. If you want to be taken seriously before your experience fully catches up, this episode is for you. Got a career question you want answered on the show? Submit it here! 🎧 Listen to Clock In for real career talk, job search advice, and unfiltered recruiter insights — new episodes every Wednesday.

Check out Clock In (the book lol): https://emilydurham.org/clock-in LinkedIn doesn’t have to feel awkward, performative, or painfully corporate. In this episode, I’m breaking down 3 simple, strategic ways to get noticed on LinkedIn — without sounding cringey, self-obsessed, or like you’re trying too hard. Whether you’re job searching, building a personal brand, or quietly positioning yourself for your next big opportunity, visibility matters more than you think. The good news? You don’t need viral posts or fake thought-leadership to stand out. You’ll learn: • The easiest way to increase profile visibility (that almost no one is doing consistently) • How to engage in a way that builds real professional relationships • A subtle positioning shift that makes recruiters and decision-makers take you seriously If you’ve ever wondered how some people seem to “magically” attract opportunities online — this episode will show you the strategy behind it.   Got a career question you want answered on the show? Submit it here! 🎧 Listen to Clock In for real career talk, job search advice, and unfiltered recruiter insights — new episodes every Wednesday.

So... we are all OBSESSED with Lo, right? Get more of Lo: http://lvrstyle.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stylelvr/?hl=en The Lo Life Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lo-life/id1514680476 In this episode, Emily sits down with Lorenzo VonRumpf — celebrity stylist and founder of LVR STYLE — to talk about the career skills no one teaches you. From dressing in a way that actually supports your professional brand, to learning how to stop taking everything at work personally, Lo shares the mindset and personal branding strategies that help people stand out in competitive industries. With years of experience shaping the public image of executives, athletes, and television personalities, he explains why how you present yourself matters more than people think — and how to use it to your advantage. Emily and Lo also discuss how to stay confident around difficult personalities, why emotional resilience is a career superpower, and the subtle ways personal style can influence how seriously you're taken at work. If you've ever wondered how to look the part, build a stronger personal brand, and stay unbothered while doing it, this conversation is for you. Got a career question you want answered on the show? Submit it here! 🎧 Listen to Clock In for real career talk, job search advice, and unfiltered recruiter insights — new episodes every Wednesday.

PRE- ORDER CLOCK IN: https://emilydurham.org/clock-in You don’t need to love your job. You just need to hate it a little less. In this episode, we’re talking about the reality no one posts on LinkedIn: sometimes your job isn’t toxic, it’s just… draining. And quitting isn’t always the smartest move. If you feel stuck, underwhelmed, underpaid, or just mildly resentful Monday through Friday — this is for you. We’ll break down: • Why “do what you love” is terrible career advice • How to separate burnout from boredom • Small strategic shifts that increase leverage (without blowing up your income) • The difference between a bad job and bad boundaries Got a career question you want answered on the show? Submit it here! 🎧 Listen to Clock In for real career talk, job search advice, and unfiltered recruiter insights — new episodes every Wednesday.

Buy Clock In: emilydurham.org/clockin You’re scared to take time off. Not because you’re “so busy.” Not because the timing is bad. Not because your job is uniquely demanding. You’re scared. In this episode, we’re talking about the real reason employees avoid taking sick days and vacation — even when they’re burned out, exhausted, or literally sick. From unused PTO and presenteeism to work anxiety and fear of being replaceable, we’re unpacking why so many high performers would rather work sick than log off. If you’ve ever: Logged on while sick Left paid time off unused Felt guilty booking vacation Told yourself “now’s not a good time” for the 12th time This one’s for you. We’ll break down the psychology behind taking time off, the workplace culture that fuels burnout, and what it actually signals when you’re afraid to step away. Because not using your sick days or vacation isn’t loyalty. It’s fear. And it’s costing you more than you think. Got a career question you want answered on the show? Submit it here! 🎧 Listen to Clock In for real career talk, job search advice, and unfiltered recruiter insights — new episodes every Wednesday.

In this episode of Clock In, we’re breaking down the worst career advice people are still giving in 2026 — and exactly why I’m ignoring it.From outdated corporate loyalty myths to toxic productivity culture and “just wait your turn” energy, we’re unpacking the advice that keeps smart, ambitious people underpaid, overworked, and stuck.If you’re navigating the job market, negotiating salary, building your personal brand, or trying to grow your career without burning out — this episode is your permission slip to stop following rules that were never designed for you to win.  Got a career question you want answered on the show? Submit it here! 🎧 Listen to Clock In for real career talk, job search advice, and unfiltered recruiter insights — new episodes every Wednesday.

PRE-ORDER CLOCK IN: emilydurham.org/clock-inIs your job stressing you out more than it should?In this episode, we break down why work can feel overwhelming, how workplace pressure is often manufactured, and what actually is worth caring about in your career. Learn how to set boundaries at work, stop overidentifying with your job, and focus on what truly impacts your long-term career growth, mental health, and financial stability.If you struggle with workplace anxiety, burnout, perfectionism, or feeling like every mistake is the end of the world, this episode will help you reset your perspective and protect your peace while still being successful. Got a career question you want answered on the show? Submit it here! 🎧 Listen to Clock In for real career talk, job search advice, and unfiltered recruiter insights — new episodes every Wednesday.

PRE-ORDER CLOCK IN: https://emilydurham.org/clock-inBeing liked at work is not the same as being respected — and confusing the two can quietly stall your career.In this episode, I break down the difference between being an office celebrity and a personality hire, why one leads to promotions, credibility, and career growth while the other often hits a ceiling, and how being “fun,” “easy,” or “great culture fit” at work can actually hurt your long-term professional reputation.We talk about workplace visibility vs value, how managers really decide who gets promoted, why personality hires are often overlooked for leadership roles, and what to do if you feel visible at work but not taken seriously. This episode is especially for high performers who feel stuck despite working hard, getting praise, or being well liked by their team.If you want to grow your career, earn respect at work, and stop being boxed into the personality hire role, this episode matters. Got a career question you want answered on the show? Submit it here! 🎧 Listen to Clock In for real career talk, job search advice, and unfiltered recruiter insights — new episodes every Wednesday.

If you’re ambitious, driven, and still feel like you’re constantly behind, this episode is for you. In this episode of Clock In, I’m joined by Israa Nassir, trained-therapist, writer, and mental health advocate, to break down toxic productivity — why high achievers are especially prone to it, and how ambition can quietly turn into anxiety, burnout, and chronic self-pressure. We unpack: Why productivity culture makes even successful people feel like they’re failing How ambition gets tied to self-worth and identity Why rest feels uncomfortable (or even unsafe) for high performers How “doing more” becomes a coping mechanism, not a strategy What a healthier relationship with work actually looks like If you’ve ever felt guilty for slowing down, anxious when you’re not being productive, or like no amount of success ever feels like enough — this conversation will help you understand why you feel this way, and how to start breaking the cycle. About the guest: Israa Nassir is a trained-therapist, speaker, and the author of Toxic Productivity. Her work focuses on burnout, emotional resilience, and unlearning hustle culture. You can learn more about her work at israanasir.com and pick up her book here: https://www.israanasir.com/toxic-productivity New episodes of Clock In with Emily Durham drop weekly.  If this episode resonated, make sure to follow, rate, and share. Got a career question you want answered on the show? Submit it here! 🎧 Listen to Clock In for real career talk, job search advice, and unfiltered recruiter insights — new episodes every Wednesday.

PRE ORDER CLOCK IN: https://emilydurham.org/clock-inAHHH! I AM NOT OVER THIS EPISODE! SO MUCH TO TELL YOU!!! But also.January hits different. The motivation crash is real, the anxiety is loud, and suddenly everything feels… urgent. In this episode, we’re talking about The January Scaries — why they happen, why you’re not broken for feeling them, and how to calm your nervous system when the year feels like it’s already asking too much of you.PLUS: huge life updates (the kind I’d only tell you) and a WWED (What Would Emily Do) segment where we get into real listener dilemmas — careers, confidence, boundaries, and the quiet panic of “am I doing enough with my life?”If you’re feeling behind, overwhelmed, or weirdly emotional for no clear reason — this one’s for you. Got a career question you want answered on the show? Submit it here! 🎧 Listen to Clock In for real career talk, job search advice, and unfiltered recruiter insights — new episodes every Wednesday.