The Glass Sessions Podcast
The Glass Sessions is a weekly podcast hosted by the two Principal Advisors of The Glass Advisory, Courtney and Lauren. The two met working their first “real” jobs in customer service in 2012 and have been navigating work and life side by side ever since.
At the heart of the show is a belief that guides their work: that work can be a powerful activator of a good life.
Each week, Courtney and Lauren explore how people build careers that support their version of a meaningful, joyful life. Sometimes that means conversations with guests who share the decisions, risks, relationships, and turning points that shaped their path. Other episodes are just the two of them reflecting on their own experiences advising leaders, navigating their careers, and building The Glass Advisory.
Along the way, they share practical ideas, questions, and tools listeners can use in their own lives and careers.
Expect thoughtful conversations, real stories, a few actionable takeaways, and plenty of laughter — all centered around one question: how do you build a career that supports the life you actually want to live?
New episodes are released weekly on Wednesdays. Subscribe on Apple, Spotify or anywhere you listen to podcasts.
From Refugee to Founder: Garri Rivkin on Building the Support He Once Needed
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.
Peter Dolkas on Making Bold Career Decisions
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.
Lauren’s Life In Abundance
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.
Lessons From Building Side Hustles With Hailey Ben-Izhak
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.