No One Knows What They're Doing
Join Erin McGoff (aka, AdviceWithErin) as she introduces you to new people, new careers, and new ideas to inspire you to confidently design a life that makes you truly happy. In this show, Erin dives into topics that are top of mind for folks in their 20s and 30s ranging from career advice and financial literacy to relationships and self-esteem. Erin will bring on experts to give advice on questions like, "Should I move to Europe?" and "How do I negotiate my salary?" and "How do I find a work-from-home job that isn't a scam?". Listeners can expect to hear from various guests—psychologists, authors, CEOs, filmmakers, detectives, chefs, etc. There's more to life than the Sunday scaries, resumes, and the 9 to 5. In this show, you'll gain access to tangible opportunities, secret advice, and proven strategies to help you craft a life you love.
Episodes
Job Offer Rescinded? Here's What To Do
In this episode, Erin chats with Mike, a communications professional navigating the frustration and anxiety of multiple rescinded job offers. Mike opens up about losing a prestigious job offer after months of unemployment and wonders if he’s doing something wrong. Erin offers practical strategies on bouncing back, managing professional relationships, and confidently addressing employment gaps with
How To Actually Get A Job in 2025
In this episode, Erin chats with Sandra, who co-founded a successful classic car startup but now feels stuck and unsure how to break into her dream industry: health and wellness. They discuss the anxiety of re-entering the corporate world after entrepreneurship, how to leverage your unique skills to stand out, and why networking could be your secret weapon.🎙 In this episode:✅ How to confidently ex
Is AI Already Replacing Your Job?
Feeling low-key panicked about how AI might affect your job? You’re not alone—and you’re not crazy. In this solo episode, Erin breaks down how artificial intelligence is actually reshaping the job market, which roles are most at risk, and how to stay relevant in a rapidly changing world. Spoiler: It’s not about beating the robots—it’s about learning to work with them.🎙 In this episode:✅ The 5 jobs
How To Address Resume Gap in an Interview
Took time off to raise your kids and now worried your resume won’t hold up? You’re not the only one. In this episode, Erin chats with Taylor—a marketing professional and mom of two—about the anxiety that comes with a career gap, and what you can actually do about it. They unpack how to keep your skills sharp, what hiring managers really care about, and how to re-enter the job market with confidenc
Job Searching After Toxic Boss Fires You
Ever lost confidence after a tough work situation? You're definitely not alone. In this episode, Erin chats with Emily from Toronto, who's navigating the emotional aftermath of an unexpected layoff after seven years in healthcare management. Together, they unpack strategies for rebuilding self-confidence, reframing tough career narratives, and strategically stepping back to leap forward.🎙
How To Leave A Job That's Killing You Slowly
Feeling completely burnt out at work but unsure where to go next? You're definitely not alone. In this episode, Erin chats with Ashley, a librarian in Orlando struggling with burnout, anxiety, and uncertainty about her career path. Together, they unpack the tough realities of frontline public service roles, explore options for making meaningful career pivots, and provide clear, actionable step
Should You Pick A Higher Salary Over A Job You Love?
Feeling stuck between passion and a paycheck? You’re not alone. In this episode, Erin chats with Bella, an environmental science grad torn between a stable consulting job and her dream of working in wildlife conservation. Together, they unpack the tough choices young professionals face when chasing meaning and money.🎙 In this episode:✅ Choosing between passion and financial stability✅ Why “long-te
Toxic work environment? Coworker cliques? My Advice...
Navigating a toxic workplace? You’re not alone. In this episode, Erin sits down with Michelle, who’s grappling with a challenging work environment filled with gossip and exclusion. Together, they delve into strategies to address and overcome workplace toxicity.🎙 In this episode:✅ Identifying signs of a toxic workplace✅ Strategies to address and cope with exclusionary behaviors✅ When to consider se
Interview Tips for Stay At Home Moms
Took time off to raise your kids? You’re not alone—and you shouldn’t feel ashamed. In this episode, Erin chats with Chelsea, a mom of twins re-entering the workforce after two and a half years at home. Together, they break down how to confidently explain a career gap in interviews and on your resume. If you’re stressing about how personal choices might impact your professional life, this is your p
Insecure? Try These 3 Mindset Hacks
Are you insecure? Do you struggle with analysis paralysis, overthinking, or constant paranoia that people are judging you and talking behind your back? Well, you're in luck! Today, I teach you 3 psychology-backed mindset hacks to reframe your thinking and free yourself from others' opinions. In this episode, we dive into:✅ Why you actually should care what some people think (just not every
Stop Overthinking It: How to Finally Quit Your Job
Welcome to Season 2 of No One Knows What They’re Doing! 🎉 This season, we’re taking it LIVE—you’re calling in, and I’m giving you real, unfiltered, big-sister career advice on the spot.And today’s caller? Michelle is ready to quit her job… but she’s TERRIFIED of how her boss and coworkers will react. Why? Because her workplace has that “we’re a family” dynamic (AKA a walking red flag 🚩).In this ep
Post-College Graduation Panic
Welcome to Season 2 of No One Knows What They’re Doing! 🎉 This season, we’re taking it LIVE—you’re calling in, and I’m giving you real, unfiltered, big-sister career advice on the spot.In this episode, we dive into:✅ How to handle that “OMG, is this my life now?” post-grad panic✅ Why feeling stuck in your first job doesn’t mean you’re doomed✅ The TRUTH about entrepreneurship (and whether or not yo
Expert Advice for your 20s (ft. Dr. Meg Jay)
In Episode 13, Erin interviews Dr. Meg Jay, a developmental clinical psychologist who specializes in 20-somethings. A recent New York Times profile called Dr. Jay “the patron saint of striving youth” and her TED talk “Why 30 Is Not the New 20” is among the most watched to date. Erin and Meg discuss the current mental health crisis, pros and cons of medication, what the research shows about your 20
Rejection, Politics & Paid Family Leave in the USA (ft. Reshma Saujani)
In Episode 12, Erin interviews Reshma Saujani, founder of GirlsWhoCode and MomsFirst, an activist and leader with over a decade of experience advocating for women & girls empowerment. In this interview, Erin asks Reshma about being the first Indian American woman to run for U.S. Congress, getting rejected from Yale Law School (but persisting and eventually getting in!), founding GirlsWhoCode a
Going Viral Overnight (ft. Grace Wells)
In Episode 11, Erin interviews Grace Wells, a Gen Z content creator, filmmaker, and self-made commercial director. During the pandemic, Grace was finishing up her bachelors degree in Linguistics when she discovered her passion for video. She self-taught herself how to film, edit, animate, and produce videos. She started sharing her hobby online and went mega-viral overnight. Today, she has over 3
Special: Best Career & Life Advice From My Dad (ft. Chris McGoff)
LIVE from Yosemite National Park: Episode 10 is our first ~Special Episode~ ever! Erin interviews her dad, Scranton-born, Maryland-living business owner, speaker, and author (and father of 6 kids). We discuss topics ranging from planning beers, UFO, answering questions in job interviews, deathbed confessions, and much, much more. If you're looking for good ol' fashion life advice from a Dad, you f
Should Americans Move To Europe? (ft. Helene Sula)
In Episode 09, Erin interviews Helene Sula (aka @heleneinbetween) to talk about why and how she moved to Europe (twice!). Helene, a Texas native, explains how she left the corporate world to become a full-time travel blogger and content creator. She explains how she moved to Germany, then back to the US, and then to the UK—with her husband and two large dogs. We discuss healthcare, maternity leave
Ex-CEO of Barstool (ft. Erika Ayers Badan) | Episode 08
In Episode 08, Erin interviews Erika Ayers Badan (aka @WorkWithErika ) to discuss being the first (and only) CEO of Barstool Sports, a company she just left after 8 years. We also discuss boundary setting, taking feedback, working with Dave Portnoy and the "pirate ship", handling criticism, the media landscape, being a woman in the workplace, hiring and firing people, and tips for navig
Career Pivots & Legal Job Tips | Episode 07 (ft. Attorney Ryan)
In Episode 07, Erin interviews Ryan Stygar (aka, @AttorneyRyan) to discuss Ryan's crazy career journey (from SoCal firefighter to running his own law firm). We also discuss employee rights & legal issues regarding salary, job interviews, career changes, discrimination, pregnancy, and much more!➞ In this episode:0:00-2:18 Introduction2:19-3:42 Growing Up in San Diego, California3:43-6:18 Parent
Selling $75M Morning Brew & Grief (ft. Alex Lieberman) | Episode 06
In Episode 06, Erin interviews Alex Lieberman (aka, @alexlieb) to discuss how he co-founded the wildly successful newsletter, Morning Brew, and sold it a few years later for $75 million—all before 30. We talk about entrepreneurship, being a CEO, starting a newsletter, monetizing online business, raising funds for a startup, dealing with the sudden death of his father, dating, terrible advice, amaz
Depression, Burnout & Therapy (ft. Dr. Judith Joseph)
In Episode 05, Erin interviews Dr. Judith Joseph, MD-MBA (aka, @drjudithjoseph ) to discuss a range of topics from high-functioning depression, workplace burnout, neurodiversity, social media, anhedonia, medical school, scholarships, MBA/business school, mental health crisis, growing up in the evangelical church, how to find a therapist, attachment styles, and much more!~~Important Link
Negotiate Salary, Job Hopping & Pay Transparency | Hannah Williams
In Episode 04, Erin interviews Hannah Williams, founder of Salary Transparent Street. Hannah graduated from Georgetown University in 2019 and hopped 5 jobs in 2.5 years, taking her salary from $40k to $150k, creatively paying off her college loans in full. In 2021, she quit her job as a Data Analyst to launch Salary Transparent Street, a social media account that simply visits different cities acr
From Poverty to Millionaire | Jim Keyes
In Episode 03, Erin interviews Jim Keyes, former CEO of 7-11 AND Blockbuster (and pilot, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and author!)Jim climbed out of poverty, being the only person in his family to go to college. He graduated with an MBA from Columbia and went on to climb the ladder to become CEO of both 7-11 and Blockbuster during the 90's into the 2000s. In this episode, Erin discusses Jim's car
Rejection, Imposter Syndrome, and Doing Everything "Right" | Julia Yorks
The incredible screenwriter and actress Julia Yorks joins Erin on the pod today. Julia's impressive accolades include writing the film 1UP for BuzzFeed/Lionsgate, working with Peacock and DreamWorks on several productions, and writing animated episodes for Hulu. Acting-wise she was most recently featured in an episode of Law and Order! Julia’s tale of navigating how to work in the film indust
How to Make Friends as an Adult | Danielle Bayard Jackson
Making friends as an adult can be so weird! In this episode, Erin and special guest Danielle Bayard Jackson dive into the sticky yet mega-important world of adult friendships. Danielle is a certified women's coach and friendship expert, and she's known for pairing research with real life to help women experience more joy in platonic relationships with other women. She’s become Bumble BFF's officia
Introducing No One Knows What They're Doing
Welcome to "No One Knows What They're Doing"! A show where Erin McGoff, aka AdviceWithErin, dives into topics that are top of mind for people in their 20s and 30s. Erin, a career educator, filmmaker, creator, and classic multi-hyphenate with millions of followers, admits she's still figuring things out herself. She's here to remind you that it's okay not to have all the answers.From surgeons to te
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