In this episode, we sit down with Garri Rivkin, founder of The City Tutors. Garri’s journey from a refugee arriving in the U.S. to the head of a major educational non-profit is a masterclass in resourcefulness and stewardship. We discuss how his personal history informed his mission to provide professional access to students and alumni who are often overlooked, and why building "social capital" is just as important as building a resume.

In this episode, we sit down with Jeff Carlson, a veteran leader in education who has spent his career at the intersection of high-stakes public service and deep personal values. Jeff shares how he’s navigated the unique pressures of leadership by moving past the "hero" narrative to find a way of leading that prioritizes people over bureaucracy. It’s a grounded conversation about staying anchored in your "why" while managing the very real, often exhausting, demands of a career dedicated to others.

We believe that work shouldn’t just be something you endure to get to the weekend—at its best, work is a powerful activator of the "good life." But for work to actually work for you, you have to be the one in the driver's seat. That starts with moving past the external "gold stars"—the titles, the pay bumps, the LinkedIn-ready milestones—and uncovering the internal "why" that actually fuels your sense of fulfillment. When you find that steady, quiet internal compass, you stop performing for an audience and start building a career that serves the life you actually want to live.

In this episode, we explore how identifying your intrinsic motivation is the first step in reclaiming agency over your career.

This week, we spoke with Austin about the logistical and emotional hurdles of moving abroad with a large family. We dive into the "hard stuff"—the vulnerability of being a beginner in a new culture, the necessity of asking for help, and the identity shifts that happen when you step away from traditional career structures. Austin shares her hard-won wisdom on how she manages to run a business and raise four kids without losing her mind, proving that a big life doesn't have to mean a chaotic one.

Erin Sears joins us to talk about her journey from elite runner and advertising professional to living overseas in Germany and navigating the isolation of solo-parenting during a deployment. We explore how she maintained her own identity and "pace" while supporting her family through the unique pressures of military life, and how those experiences eventually led her to a fulfilling new career in real estate.

In this episode of The Glass Sessions, we sit down with Peter Dolkas, Co-Founder of Studio Dorion. Peter shares his journey from a successful career in the fashion industry to launching his own interior design firm. We discuss the realities of starting over, the importance of transferable skills, and how to build the confidence to make a "bold" move when the path forward isn't perfectly paved.

In this episode, we sit down with Co-Founder of The Glass Advisory, Lauren, to walk through her journey of professional growth and personal discovery. We explore how she moved past the external markers of success, like titles and compensation, to find a path that felt sustainable and true to her own intuition. It’s a reflective conversation on what happens when you stop looking for validation from the outside and start building a life from the inside out.

To kick off Season Two: Finding The Good Life, we dive into the personal story behind The Glass Advisory and go deep with Courtney about her journey into entrepreneurship. This is a conversation about what it actually feels like to build something from the ground up - the quiet pressures, the unexpected hurdles, and the honest search for what it means to live "the good life."

You’ve gathered the data, identified your wins, and finalized your performance review. The hard internal work is done. Now, it’s time to pivot outward.

In Part 2 of this series, we talk about visibility. Your performance review shouldn't just live in a file on your manager's desktop; it should be the foundation of your professional story for the year. We discuss how to translate your internal review into a public narrative, the specific updates you need to make to your LinkedIn profile right now, and how to authentically share your "year in review" with your network so you are always ready for the next opportunity.

So, you’ve survived performance review season. The meetings are done, the feedback is delivered, and the document is signed. Now what? For most people, the review gets filed away in a digital drawer, never to be seen again until next year. But if you want to actually grow your career (and make next year’s review a breeze), this is exactly where the real work begins.

In this episode of The Glass Sessions, we kick off a two-part series on how to turn that static document into a dynamic roadmap for your year. We break down the immediate steps you need to take to move from feedback to clarity, ensuring that you aren't just "busy" this year, but impactful.

We often think of "power" in the workplace as something reserved for the CEO or the boardroom, but the truth is, power dynamics are at play in almost every interaction we have. Whether you are managing a team of ten, leading a project, or just trying to influence a decision, power is shaping how you think, feel, and act—often without you even realizing it.

In this episode of The Glass Sessions, we are joined by Nik Kinley, a London-based leadership consultant and psychologist with a fascinating background. With over 35 years of experience, Nik has worked with everyone from CEOs and royalty to criminals in his time as a forensic psychotherapist. He joined us to discuss his latest book, The Power Trap: How Leadership Changes People and What to Do About It, and to break down the science of how authority physically and psychologically rewires our brains.

Performance review season can be stressful enough on its own, but what happens when you sit down, open your review, and realize your manager’s perception of your work is completely different from your own?

In this episode of The Glass Sessions, we unpack how to navigate that sinking feeling when feedback feels misaligned.

In a world where industries evolve overnight and new tools emerge daily, the idea of "finishing" your education is a myth. To stay relevant and fulfilled in your career, learning must be a lifelong habit, not a one-time event.

In this episode of The Glass Sessions, we explore why continuous learning is the ultimate career insurance. We break down the difference between "just-in-case" and "just-in-time" learning, how to build a curriculum for yourself without going back to school, and why curiosity is the most underrated soft skill you can develop.

Navigating a career can feel lonely, but it doesn’t have to be. Whether you are just starting out or are a seasoned executive, having someone in your corner to help you navigate tricky decisions, offer a fresh perspective, and cheer you on is invaluable.

In this conversation, we break down what makes a mentor-mentee relationship truly work. From the difference between formal programs and organic connections to the surprising ways mentorship benefits the mentor just as much as the mentee, we cover it all.

Change in the workplace is UNCOMFORTABLE. Whether it’s a re-org, an acquisition, or a shift in strategy, our natural defensive habits often take over - building walls, avoiding difficult conversations, or holding in frustrations until we blow up.

In this episode of The Glass Sessions, we break down how to identify exactly where you stand in the face of change and how to move toward a position of influence and stability.

Are your work meetings a productivity drain or a dynamic engine for results? For many, meetings have become a default setting, lacking focus, energy, and clear outcomes. On this week's episode of The Glass Sessions, we dive into how to transform those tedious calendar blocks into opportunities that actually drive connection, clarity, and results. We share practical tips on preparation, confident participation, managing group dynamics, and why the follow-up is your most powerful tool.

For many professionals, balancing a full-time career with a passionate side hustle is the new normal. But juggling multiple ventures is a constant challenge, and navigating the waters of time, energy, and communication can easily lead to burnout. If you're dreaming about launching a side hustle or are already trying to keep a few plates spinning, we share lessons we’ve learned from building and maintaining multiple side hustles while working demanding full-time jobs.

Whether you're actively job-hunting, interviewing, or just re-evaluating where you are, knowing how to properly vet a company is one of the most powerful and underrated skills you can build. It's easy to get excited by a lofty job title or a sleek company website, but often, the most critical information - the kind that determines your long-term happiness - is hidden in plain sight.

In this Glass Session, we break down how to look past the marketing, read between the lines, and evaluate a company's health, culture, and growth opportunities.

The end of the year often feels like an exhausting sprint - a mad dash to close projects, meet targets, and push through until the clock resets in January. But it doesn't have to be.

In this episode of The Glass Sessions, we share how to close out the year with clarity, energy, and intention instead of just counting down the days. We discuss how to get ahead of year-end reviews, build genuine momentum on your most impactful goals, and communicate clearly with leadership about your trajectory for next year.

Compensation often feels like a confusing black box - nerve-wracking to discuss, and entirely outside your control. But understanding the why and how behind your paycheck is crucial for career growth, negotiating with confidence, and achieving equity.

We pull back the curtain on everything from the philosophy that drives company pay decisions to the tactical steps employees can take to navigate the total rewards system with clarity.