Welcome to Episode 12 of How You Go There (HYGT Podcast) — a space where we go beyond traditional success stories to uncover the real strategies, skills, and turning points that shape careers and leadership.

In this episode, hosts Scott Montgomery (ICF Certified Leadership Coach and author of How Did You Get Here?) and Linda Misegadis (business strategist and host of Her Resources Podcast) open up about what it means to pause, reset, and realign in your career.

They share an honest conversation about self-reflection, fulfillment, and how to apply coaching tools at every stage of your career — even after decades of experience.

🎧 Listen in to learn:

• When it’s time to “reset” your career direction

• The difference between coaching, therapy, advising, and mentorship

• How to apply your professional experience in new, meaningful ways

• Why vulnerability and trust are key to growth

• The power of reflective tools like the How You Go There Companion Guide

00:00 – Introduction: What Do You Do With All Your Experience? 01:05 – Welcome to How You Go There 02:00 – Why It’s Time to Reset 04:00 – Practicing What You Preach 06:30 – Setting Goals and Evaluating Relationships 08:00 – Giveaway: Win How Did You Get Here? + Companion Guide 10:00 – Coaching vs. Therapy and Finding Fulfillment 15:00 – The Value of Vulnerability 19:00 – Mentoring, Authenticity, and Leadership Growth 24:00 – Trust, Transparency, and Effective Coaching 30:00 – Final Takeaways: Sustainable Success and Self-Discovery

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Episode 11 – Go First | How You Go There Podcast

Leadership isn’t about waiting your turn — it’s about knowing when to step up. In this episode, hosts Scott Montgomery and Linda Misegadis explore the power of going first—whether in meetings, career transitions, or personal growth.

You’ll learn how to overcome fear, judgment, and imposter syndrome while building the confidence to create opportunities. From ice-breaking in the workplace to finding mentors and opening doors in everyday life, this conversation shows how taking the first step can change the trajectory of your career and leadership journey.

💡 What You’ll Discover:

• Why going first builds influence and credibility

• How leaders can create safe environments for others to step up

• Practical strategies to balance humility, courage, and vulnerability

• The role of relationships in advancing your leadership growth

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• 00:00 – Opening Insights Fear, judgment, and the challenge of speaking up.

• 02:10 – Why Going First Matters Confidence, leadership, and creating opportunity.

• 04:00 – Icebreakers at Work Speaking up in meetings and setting the tone.

• 06:30 – Humility & Intentionality How to “go first” without overperforming.

• 08:15 – Building Mentorship Through Initiative Turning vulnerability into mentorship opportunities.

• 09:45 – Confidence & Restraint Balancing courage with listening and learning.

• 12:10 – Mentoring & Gender Dynamics Different styles of collaboration and mentoring.

• 15:15 – Public Speaking as a Leadership Skill Why speaking up develops long-term leadership growth.

• 17:00 – Everyday Examples of Going First From networking to personal apologies.

• 20:00 – Leadership & Safe Environments How leaders foster spaces for others to step forward.

• 22:20 – Key Takeaways Building confidence, taking initiative, and creating opportunities.

• 23:00 – Free Resource + Closing Habit Tracker PDF with code HYGTEP11.

Episode 10 – From Job #1 to Job #2: Building the Bridge

Your first job might get you started, but it’s the second job where careers really begin to take shape. In this episode, Scott and Linda talk about what it takes to successfully move from Job #1 to Job #2 — without losing momentum.

Hear how reputation, authentic relationships, and staying prepared for opportunities can open doors you didn’t even know existed. If you’ve ever wondered how to leverage your first job into the next big move, this episode is your playbook.

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• 00:00 – Why Your Second Job is Pivotal

• 01:17 – Reputation is the Best Resume

• 03:00 – Building Relationships that Open Doors

• 05:24 – Job #1 Lessons that Propel Job #2

• 07:10 – Linda’s Career Story: From Secretary to Finance

• 09:30 – The Power of Authentic Networking

• 12:00 – Follow-Up, Gratitude & Staying Ready

• 14:30 – Exploring New Industries Without Fear

• 16:45 – Turning Conversations Into Opportunities

• 17:43 – Key Takeaways & Practical Career Advice

• 19:27 – Free PDF Giveaway & Closing

Episode 9 of How You Go There explores networking as the foundation of career and leadership success.

Scott and Linda discuss how networking starts with your very first job and continues throughout your career. They share candid insights into how meaningful connections—whether with peers, executives, or mentors—can transform your path and lead to future opportunities you never expected.

This episode goes beyond surface-level advice to show you how to network authentically, follow up with purpose, and turn professional relationships into lasting ones.

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0:00 – Introduction 2:00 – Networking starts with your first job 4:00 – How relationships come full circle 6:00 – Showing up prepared for connection 8:00 – Building relationships with leaders 10:00 – Using LinkedIn & personalization 13:00 – Authentic follow-up & gratitude 15:00 – Cross-functional networking 17:00 – Remembering details that matter 18:00 – Networking that becomes lifelong friendship 20:00 – Closing insights

Episode 8 of How You Go There explores what it really takes to grow your career: relationships, networking, and communication. Scott Montgomery and Linda Misegadis share stories from their first jobs, lessons learned in leadership, and strategies to stand out in any workplace.

If you’re serious about leadership growth and self development, this episode will give you practical steps to connect authentically, overcome insecurities, and open doors for new opportunities.

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0:00 – Why networking is the key to career success 2:00 – Lessons from our first jobs 5:00 – Doing more than the daily tasks 7:00 – Facing insecurities and going first 10:30 – The role of body language in leadership 14:00 – Reframing questions to open opportunities 16:00 – Leadership communication exercises 18:00 – Finding balance between tasks and networking 20:00 – Streamlining awareness for faster growth 22:00 – Breaking the ice with small gestures 23:00 – LinkedIn networking strategies 24:00 – Building strong networks early 25:00 – Wrap up and next steps

Welcome back to Part Two of How to Build Real Relationships at Work, where Scott Montgomery and Linda Misegadis go beyond titles and résumés to show how real connection, vulnerability, and follow-through are the most powerful leadership tools you have.

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🧠 Learn how:

• Real relationships—not job titles—shape your career path

• Promotions and opportunities often start with conversations, not applications

• A wide-ranging career built on trust, gratitude, and curiosity sets you apart as a leader

• Visual impressions and preparedness play crucial roles in networking

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00:00 – Recap and Setup for Part 2 01:23 – The Power of Relationship-Based Career Moves 02:28 – Promotions Through Trusted Connections 04:18 – How Linda’s Reputation Opened New Roles 06:04 – Giveaway Announcement 07:10 – From Receptionist to Leadership: Linda’s Story 10:09 – Strategic Networking That Created a New Role 13:12 – Transferring Skills Across Industries 14:04 – Expanding Leadership Perspective Through Variety 15:04 – Podcasting Turned Into Business Coaching 16:22 – How to Make a Strong First Impression 17:15 – Thoughtful Outreach Tips 17:32 – Why Titles Don’t Matter 18:12 – Respect + Effort = Long-Term Career Success 19:05 – Free Resource & Final Reflections

Episode 6 (Part 1): Relationships Are the Real Resume

This week on How You Go There, Scott and Linda revisit the foundation of every successful career: relationships. From your first job to executive leadership, the ability to connect with people is the skill that moves careers forward—and this episode unpacks exactly how to do it.

💡 Learn how to:

• Build trust across all levels of an organization

• Make a lasting impression with executives and peers

• Follow up in meaningful and memorable ways

• Use small acts of thoughtfulness to build long-term connections

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📍 Timestamps:

00:00 – Corporate vs. familial relationships

03:06 – Why your first job is a relationship training ground

06:30 – How to show up and make a lasting impression

08:18 – Making the most of face time with leaders

10:00 – How to ask for advice the right way

12:16 – Researching people before connecting

13:16 – Building relationships beyond titles

15:00 – The power of gratitude and thoughtful follow-up

17:10 – Remembering the small stuff: names, birthdays, kids

19:20 – What’s the line between personal and professional?

20:58 – Scott and Linda’s stories about crossing that line in meaningful ways

Episode 5 — How You Go There Podcast with Scott Montgomery & Linda Misegadis

What does it mean to really be available as a leader? This episode explores how leaders at any level can open doors for young professionals and create genuine opportunities for growth.

From packing backpacks for kids to hosting open office hours, Scott and Linda share real stories and actionable ways you can make a difference right now — for your team, your community, and yourself.

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⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 - Intro & Welcome 00:28 - Authentic leadership conversations 02:00 - Staying available in busy seasons 04:00 - Real community impact stories 07:00 - How connections create new opportunities 10:00 - Office hours, brown bag lunches & being present 12:00 - Reverse mentoring & staying current 15:00 - The underestimated power of humility 17:00 - Meeting young leaders where they are 20:00 - Young Entrepreneurs Academy insights 23:00 - Recap: How to make yourself available 24:30 - Closing thoughts & free workbook link