Lead the People: Climbing the Career Ladder with Amber Cerone

Goats, graduate degrees, and Glassdoor—yep, they’re all part of Amber Cerone’s leadership journey! From project manager to Senior Director of Talent and Doctor of Psychology, Amber’s path is proof that “searching” is part of the process.

In this episode, Amber joins Matt Poepsel to talk about the power of career exploration, why leadership is more about influence than titles, and how trust—not office time—drives engagement in a virtual world 💻✨

Whether you're just starting out or navigating change, Amber’s story offers real talk, big laughs, and powerful lessons about owning your path and leading with heart ❤️

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Key Takeaways:

• Career clarity often comes from eliminating paths, not just finding the right one.
• Today’s talent market is candidate-driven—employer brand and internal mobility matter more than ever.
• Leadership is about influence, not headcount.
• Change management is critical in a post-pandemic, virtual world.
• Trust is the #1 driver of virtual employee engagement.