70. Max Your Career in 2025: Secrets to Promotions, Wealth, and Growth

CAREER GOALS —  SECRETS OF THE CAREER GAME — EPISODE 70

Kendall Berg kicks off 2025 with a masterclass in transforming your life across four crucial domains. She shatters the “new year, new me” myth and delivers actionable strategies for real change. From securing promotions to maximizing wealth-building opportunities, Berg reveals insider tactics that most career-focused professionals overlook. Plus, get practical tips on boundary-setting, high-energy hobbies, and balancing spirituality with the grind of corporate life.

Whether you’re aiming to level up your professional game or find more personal fulfillment, Kendall delivers actionable advice to help you crush your goals.

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In this episode, we discuss:

• How to prepare for a promotion early in the year.
• The smartest ways to maximize your retirement savings.
• High-energy hobbies that align with high-stress careers.
• Tips for building and maintaining a powerful network.
• Incorporating self-care and spirituality without burnout.
• Creating authentic social connections in a remote work world.

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Key Takeaways

Setting Up for Career Success in 2025 (00:00 – 05:30)

• Importance of intentional change for personal growth
• Focus areas: health, wealth, social, and spirituality/faith
• Career goals: have promotion conversations early, set strategic goals
• Financial advice: max out 401k and HSA matches, consider Roth IRA

Wealth and Career Strategies (05:30 – 10:00)

• Upcoming podcast guests on wealth and finance topics
• Recommendation to read ‘Rich Dad, Poor Dad’
• Importance of networking and following through on career goals
• Setting and maintaining work boundaries

Health and Wellness Focus (10:00 – 15:00)

• Finding high-energy hobbies to match high-stress careers
• Importance of physical health for mental well-being
• Advice on finding enjoyable exercise routines
• Emphasis on protein intake and whole foods in diet

Social and Community Engagement (15:00 – 18:30)

• Maintaining work relationships through regular networking
• Making time for friends, family, and travel
• Importance of community involvement and volunteering
• Benefits of social connections for overall happiness

Spirituality and Personal Growth (18:30 – 21:59)

• Importance of faith or spiritual practices
• Advice on prioritizing self-care without burnout
• Creating systems for incorporating important activities
• Balancing various aspects of life for overall well-being

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