Asking for a FriendReal Questions, Practical Advice

Bold Answers for Awkward Career Questions #AskingForAFriend.

Ever had a career question you were too afraid to ask? You’re not alone. Welcome to Asking for a Friend, the go-to vlog for real talk on workplace challenges, leadership dilemmas, and navigating the messy realities of professional life.

Hosted by Karin Hurt, award-winning leadership expert, keynote speaker, and bestselling author, this leadership video series delivers straight-up, no-fluff insights to help you lead with confidence, inspire innovation, and handle workplace conflicts like a pro.

Karin brings decades of experience in executive leadership, sales, and HR, combined with her global leadership development work through Let’s Grow Leaders. Karin has helped grow courageous leaders on every continent (except Antarctica!)—and now, she’s here to help you.

From tackling difficult bosses to handling workplace drama, Karin Hurt has your back. Because sometimes, the hardest career questions need bold answers.

Asking for a Friend Shows Includes:

  • Practical leadership advice to quickly inspire your team to high-performance
  • Techniques and tools to improve your career and professional brand
  • Career advice you can apply right away
  • Interviews with expert guests like Seth Godin, Dan Pink,  Ralph Kiiman, and Liz Wiseman

Invite Karin Hurt to Answer YOUR Team’s (or their friend’s) Toughest Questions

Audiences love a rapid-fire Asking for a Friend segment as part of Karin’s keynotes and workshops. Learn more about Karin’s courageous leadership keynotes and programs.

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Episodes

How do I Succeed in My First Job? Asking for a Friend

How do I Succeed in My First Job? Asking for a Friend

3 Practical Ways to Show Up Strong as You Start Your Career You're new to your career. Maybe this is even your very first job. You want to get it right and have smooth sailing from the start. Excellent. Let's start with three practical tips that make your new career...

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How Can I Be a Better Listener (When I feel SO IMPATIENT)?

How Can I Be a Better Listener (When I feel SO IMPATIENT)?

Be a Better Listener: "Time is the enemy of empathy." -Michael Reddington Hi Karin, I want to be a better listener.  I do. But, I'm not sure it's in my nature.  I get so impatient. It's not that I don't care. But, I'm busy. What advice can you give me to be a better...

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