In episode 293 of the IDEAS+LEADERS Podcast, I’m joined by Bryce Batts, certified career coach, AEC recruiting expert, and co-founder of Career Collective. With over 15 years of experience and more than 800 professionals placed, Bryce brings a practical and honest perspective on how careers really evolve and what it takes to grow with intention. She is also the host of the Wine After Work podcast, where she leads candid conversations on leadership, career, and life.

We explore what it means to stop drifting and start designing a career that aligns with your values, how the job market is changing, and why personal branding has become a critical part of professional growth. Bryce also shares powerful insights from her work with women leaders on confidence, boundaries, and self-advocacy.

In this episode, we discuss:

• How to design a career that aligns with your vision and values
• The most common mistakes people make when trying to pivot or grow
• What is really happening in the job market and how companies can adapt
• Why personal branding matters and how to start building it

Tune in for a practical and insightful conversation on career growth, leadership, and taking ownership of your professional path.

You can connect with Bryce here: http://www.brycebatts.co/