Episode Summary:

In this episode of The Glass Sessions, we sit down with Julia Halperin, an acclaimed arts and culture journalist, to unpack her leap from senior leadership roles at major arts publications to building a thriving career as a full-time freelance journalist and editor.

Julia takes us behind the scenes of her transition - the freedom and flexibility, the financial realities, and the unexpected learning curves. She shares practical tips on building a client base, managing money, setting boundaries, and nurturing professional relationships that last.

We also dive into the mindset shifts needed to succeed outside the traditional 9-5, from protecting your confidence to structuring your days. Along the way, you’ll hear stories of big wins, surprising challenges, and lessons Julia wishes she’d learned sooner.

If you’ve ever dreamed of going freelance, or you’re already in the trenches, this episode is packed with inspiration and actionable advice to help you not just survive, but thrive.'

Timestamps:
00:00 - Side chat and what we learned recently
8:33 - Intro to Julia
26:54 - How to set long-term goals and stay confident
30:57 - Financial planning and payment strategies for freelancers
41:56 - Creating structure in an unstructured career
47:31 - Is this okay? My manager checks every email I send

Links & Resources:

⁠⁠⁠Detailed Show Notes⁠⁠⁠: https://www.theglassadvisory.com/theglasssessionspodcas

Julia's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliahalperin/

Julia's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-halperin-87717437/

Opolis Freelance Collective: https://opolis.co/

⁠⁠⁠The Glass Advisory⁠⁠⁠: https://www.theglassadvisory.com/

Have a workplace situation you'd like us to talk through? ⁠⁠Submit it here⁠⁠: ⁠https://www.theglassadvisory.com/contact⁠
If you’re interested in one-on-one career advising or want to partner with The Glass Advisory to support your growing business, visit us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠theglassadvisory.com⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Episode Summary:

Starting at the bottom means you can only go up from there. In this episode, we break down how your early jobs can be more than stepping stones - they can be launchpads.

Whether you're in customer service, admin, retail, or your first corporate role, your entry-level job is full of opportunities if you know how to use them. We talk about how to:

• Take advantage of no one expecting you to know anything already
• Bring the right attitude

• Build meaningful relationships with people who can open doors

• Get clear on your interests and strengths before your next move

• Say yes to new opportunities that come your way

This episode is for anyone feeling stuck in a “starter job” or unsure if their current role is leading somewhere meaningful.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Side chat and what we learned recently

10:24 - Making the most of your entry-level job discussion

30:35 - The power of saying "yes"

35:41 - Learning from your early mistakes

42:06 - The importance of early financial planning

49:21 - Is this okay? I told a customer incorrect information.

Links & Resources:

⁠⁠⁠Detailed Show Notes⁠⁠⁠: https://www.theglassadvisory.com/theglasssessionspodcast

⁠⁠⁠The Glass Advisory⁠⁠⁠: https://www.theglassadvisory.com/

Have a workplace situation you'd like us to talk through? ⁠⁠Submit it here⁠⁠: ⁠https://www.theglassadvisory.com/contact⁠

If you’re interested in one-on-one career advising or want to partner with The Glass Advisory to support your growing business, visit us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠theglassadvisory.com⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Episode Summary:

In this episode of The Glass Sessions, Courtney and Lauren discuss our experience navigating the emotional and practical realities of layoffs and restructuring, and offer practical advice for anyone going through the same thing.

We discuss:

• How do you spot early signs of instability at work?
• What steps should you take before things go south?
• When and how you should update your LinkedIn profile and resume, and start reaching out to your network

We discuss how to stay financially prepared, managing the mental load of job insecurity, and deciding whether to tell your current employer you're job hunting.

If you’re feeling uncertain about your role or industry, this episode will leave you feeling more prepared, grounded, and supported.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Side chat and what we learned recently
11:58 - Recognizing signs of layoffs or restructuring
25:45 - How to tap your network before you need a new job
33:04 - Financial habits that create flexibility
36:02 - Keeping your LinkedIn and resume up to date
41:06 - Processing the emotional side of layoffs
52:24 - Is this okay? I'm taking time away from my current job to interview for a new one, and lying about it.

Links & Resources:

⁠⁠Detailed Show Notes⁠⁠: https://www.theglassadvisory.com/theglasssessionspodcast

⁠⁠The Glass Advisory⁠⁠: https://www.theglassadvisory.com/

Have a workplace situation you'd like us to talk through? ⁠⁠Submit it here⁠⁠: ⁠https://www.theglassadvisory.com/contact⁠

If you’re interested in one-on-one career advising or want to partner with The Glass Advisory to support your growing business, visit us at ⁠⁠⁠theglassadvisory.com⁠⁠⁠.