How to Get What You Want
Your career isn’t built by waiting for someone to notice your value. It’s built by learning how to advocate for yourself with confidence.
You’ve been told your work will speak for itself. Yet despite doing everything asked of you—and more—you’re still feeling overlooked and uncertain about your next step. Leadership isn’t just about managing a team; it’s navigating the complexities of internal relationships and consistently advocating for your growth.
On Get What You Want, Susie Tomenchok is your silent partner, empowering you with the mindset and tools to negotiate your career—and life—with intention.
Unlike podcasts that focus on climbing the ladder or hustle culture, this show is for women who want to own their careers authentically. You’ll learn practical strategies for everyday negotiations, from asking for what you deserve to confidently handling tough conversations. Because negotiation isn’t just for raises or promotions—it’s how you navigate every opportunity in your career and beyond.
Susie is a negotiation expert who understands the challenges of being in a male-dominated industry and the struggles women face when advocating for themselves. She’s helped countless professionals unlock their potential and will show you how to do the same.
If you’re ready to stop waiting for your career to happen to you and start creating the opportunities you want, hit follow and join Susie each week to build your confidence, advocate for yourself, and finally Get What You Want.
How to Get What You Want
The difference between a manager and a leader with John Schanz
In this episode, you will learn the difference between a manager and a leader. Business engineer John Schanz and author Susie Tomenchok dive into the benefits of having multiple mentors and the best ways to deal with self-doubt. Learn about navigating your way through business cultures and what it takes to become a leader through leverage.
A look at what we discuss:
[00:00:56] Meet John Schanz: Former Chief Network Officer at Comcast, mentor, and friend
[00:03:49] Making things out of technology was cool; making money with technology was cooler
[00:04:50] John’s Career: Phase 2
[00:07:16] Career highlights: From entry-level engineer to manager to becoming a leader
[00:09:23] What's the difference between a manager and a leader?
[00:12:50] Important people to look out for in growing your career
[00:16:10] 1-Minute Manager Book: Praise in public and punish in private
[00:18:33] Dealing with Self-doubt through the Three-Legged Stool philosophy
[00:21:32] Advice about organization cultures: Teamwork, Collaboration, & Finding Your Spot
[00:27:43] How have you used leverage in a positive way in your role as a leader?
[00:30:33] How would you define 'leverage'?
Connect with John
https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnschanz/
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Remember, negotiation is more than a skill—it’s a mindset.
💕Susie
www.linkedin.com/in/susietomenchok
