Aleutian Trail Talks

<p>Welcome to the first episode in Aleutian Trail Talk’s New Terrain series—where we explore how AI is reshaping work, skills, and career growth for early- to mid-career professionals.</p> <p>Right now, everyone’s...

<p>Not every career path is linear—and not every valuable skill comes from a traditional background. The skills you think don’t count might be the ones that set you apart</p> <p>In this episode, we talk with Aria...

<p>Most early-career professionals think they need to have the right answers to stand out. But the truth is—your impact isn’t defined by what you know. It’s shaped by the questions you ask.</p> <p>In this episode of...

<p>If hard work were the only factor in career growth, upward mobility would look very different.</p> <p>In this episode, we move from awareness to action, exploring the practical steps young professionals can take to...

<p>Who gets access to opportunity at work—and what shapes that path?</p> <p>In this first episode of our three-part series on upward mobility, we explore how workplace cultures influence who is heard, who is developed...

<p>Early careers are often expected to move fast — but real life doesn’t always follow that pace. After a break from recording our podcast, we reflect on career slowdowns: the seasons where priorities shift, energy...

<p>You know your stuff — but do you own it?</p> <p>In this episode, we explore what it really means to be a subject matter expert — not by title, but by trust. We break down how younger professionals can grow beyond...

<p>In this episode, we dive into the hidden gender biases shaping modern workplaces — from why men’s voices are automatically valued to why women often feel they must “earn” the right to speak. Through real stories from...

<p>Career success isn’t just shaped by big wins or bold moves—it’s often built on the small, consistent habits that colleagues and leaders quietly notice over time. In Part 2 of this episode, we explore the “invisible”...

<p>Career success isn’t just shaped by big wins or bold moves—it’s often built on the small, consistent habits that colleagues and leaders quietly notice over time. In this episode, we explore the “invisible” daily...

<p>In this first episode of our Switchbacks series, Elise sits down with her best friend and colleague, Jen Craver, to trace a career path that was anything but linear. Jen shares how she became a mom before finishing...

Feeling stuck, curious, or ready to pivot? In this Jeopardy-style episode of the Aleutian Atlas Podcast, Annie and Michelle play with categories like Workplace Survival Skills, Bad Manager Habits, Allies & Advocates...

<p>Every career has its bumps—missed promotions, failed projects, or tough feedback that stings. But what if those setbacks are actually the building blocks of your professional growth? In this episode, we reframe...

Childcare is one of the biggest challenges for working parents — especially for professionals navigating demanding careers while raising young kids. In this episode, Elise and Michelle, two moms also working...

<p>Facts inform, but stories inspire action. In this episode of our Unspoken Leadership Skills series, we explore how storytelling can be one of the most powerful tools for emerging leaders. From enhancing collaboration...