Episode 21

Empowered & Out - From Stuck To Aligned — How LGBTQ+ Professionals Can Find Careers That Match Their Purpose

Published on: 24th June, 2025

This week on Empowered & Out, Feeling stuck in your career — but afraid to make a change? This episode unpacks why so many LGBTQ+ professionals choose survival over alignment — and how to break that cycle. If you’re ready to find work that reflects your truth, this conversation is your starting point.

Jonathan Barbe is a Certified LGBTQ+ Life Coach, Empowering LGBTQ+ Professionals and Allies to Rediscover their Purpose, Discover True Happiness, and Rebuild Confidence and to Land Careers where they finally feel free to be their Authentic Self!

Empowered & Out is more than just a podcast about career advice—it’s a movement. A celebration of LGBTQ+ professionals stepping into their power, owning their worth, and showing the world exactly what we bring to the table. 

If you’re ready to level up your career, build confidence, and navigate the workplace with Pride, You’re in the right place!

Now enrolling: The Empowered & Out Coaching Program, by JMB Coaching LLC.

This program is for LGBTQ+ professionals who are ready to stop shrinking and start thriving. 

You’ll get support with career clarity, confidence-building, job search strategy, and living your truth—without compromise.

If you're feeling stuck or ready for a shift, let’s talk.

Message me directly at jonathan@jmbcoachingllc.com and say Empowered to start our conversation.

Your next bold step starts here.

Find me on LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanmbarbe 

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Facebook: @JMBCoachingLLC

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About the Podcast

Empowered & Out
The LGBTQ+ Career Coaching Podcast
Whether you’re looking to find happiness in your career and life, discover your true purpose, or set and achieve meaningful goals, this podcast is here for you. We’ll cover topics like mastering your mindset, crafting the perfect resume, navigating workplace challenges as an LGBTQ+ professional, and creating a career that truly fulfills you.

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JB Motivating From The 5280 Podcast is about me, Jonathan Barbe, living in the Mile High City, sharing my thoughts and opinions on positive motivation and self-improvement from my home in Denver, Colorado.