{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/67b0f0635bd6cff3009dccc3/695437806d80a931eb4d30c6?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Navigating Corporate Life in Your 20s: Promotions, Awkward Salary Conversations & Career Confidence with Leah @thatyoungprofessional_","description":"<p>Being a young professional can feel overwhelming from walking into interviews with imposter syndrome, to awkward salary conversations, and trying to figure out how on earth people get promoted so quickly.</p><p><br></p><p>So this week, we’re diving into a <em>very</em> relatable Quarter Life Question: How do you successfully navigate corporate life in your 20s and actually progress without burning out or underselling yourself? I’m joined by <strong>Leah (@thatyoungprofessional_)</strong> a career content creator who shares practical advice on early-career growth, confidence at work, and thriving in corporate environments. Leah has experienced her own career transition, secured multiple promotions and is passionate about helping young professionals advocate for themselves and build careers they’re happy to be in.</p><p><br></p><p>✨ <strong>In this episode, we chat about:</strong></p><ul><li>Interview tips to help you feel confident and prepared</li><li>How to tackle awkward salary conversations</li><li>Finding a genuine work-life balance&nbsp;</li><li>How to secure promotions in your 20s</li><li>Building confidence and credibility when you’re the youngest person in the team</li></ul><p><br></p><p>💬 <strong>More about Leah (@thatyoungprofessional_):</strong></p><p>Leah is a career and corporate content creator dedicated to helping young professionals navigate work with confidence. From interview prep and career transitions to negotiating pay and promotions, Leah shares honest insights and actionable advice to help you grow in your chosen field.&nbsp;</p><p>Follow Leah for more tips:&nbsp;</p><p>Instagram: <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/thatyoungprofessional_/?igsh=MWo1a3NhZjVwM3NkMA%3D%3D#\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>@thatyoungprofessional_</strong></a></p><p>TikTok: <a href=\"https://www.tiktok.com/@thatyoungprofessional_?is_from_webapp=1&amp;sender_device=pc\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>@thatyoungprofessional_</strong></a></p><p><br></p><p>📲 <strong>Want to get involved?</strong></p><p>Got a <em>Quarter Life Question</em> you’d love to hear answered on the pod?</p><p>Slide into my DMs over on <strong>Instagram </strong><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/gracemcintosh1\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>@gracemcintosh1</strong></a> or TikTok&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.tiktok.com/@gracemcintosh_?is_from_webapp=1&amp;sender_device=pc\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@gracemcintosh_ </a>&nbsp;- I’d love to hear from you</p><p><br></p><p>⭐ <strong>Enjoying the podcast?</strong></p><p>Please leave a 5-star review — it helps more people find the show, and it genuinely means the world.</p><p><br></p><p>Thanks for listening, take care of yourself, and I’ll see you next week.</p><p>Grace x</p>","author_name":"Grace McIntosh"}