Mr Career Tick - Career Coach - Australia & New Zealand

After 15 years as a career coach, Uli Schild, aka Mr Career Tick, is pulling back the curtain on the one career move that’s helped hundreds of clients (and himself) stay sane, solvent, and strategic: contracting.
In this episode, Uli shares 10 smart, experience-backed reasons why contracting isn’t just a fallback—it’s a future-proof strategy for professionals who are tired of the corporate circus, stuck in the job hunt, or craving more freedom and impact.Learn how contractors skip bias filters and land roles faster, why cash flow, negotiation power, and personal branding all thrive in contract roles, and finally, discover what freedom really looks like—and how to design a career that supports your life, not the other way around.
Whether you’re burned out, overqualified, or just ready to move differently, this episode is your permission slip to rethink what stability really means.
 
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We all have pipe dreams—heartfelt and sometimes wildly unrealistic ideas we tuck away for “someday.” But what about the career goals we chase without clarity, the ones that quietly drain our energy and leave us stuck?
In this episode, career coach Uli Schild, aka Mr. Career Tick, invites you to rethink your relationship with ambition. Uli shares three powerful mindset shifts that help unclog your career pipe dreams and make space for real progress:
Let go of your goals (yes, all of them—at first)
Let go of your impatience (slow is still forward)
Let go during your morning routine (and redefine success)
Whether you’re job hunting, pivoting careers, or just feeling overwhelmed by your own expectations, this episode offers a gentle but strategic reset. Plus, Uli shares personal reflections—from trombone dreams to coaching breakthroughs—and how small, consistent steps can lead to big, meaningful change.
Tune in, take a breath, and start moving forward—with clarity, confidence, and a little less pressure.
 
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Feeling stuck in your job search? Overwhelmed by endless applications, ghosted interviews, or just unsure what your next move should be? In this episode, Uli Schild—aka Mr Career Tick—shares five powerful principles to help you shift from scattered effort to focused progress.
You’ll learn how to:
Find clarity in your career direction
Prioritize progress over perfection
Take action instead of overthinking
Use your energy as feedback
Own your outcomes with confidence
These aren’t fluffy tips—they’re hard-won insights from 15+ years of coaching professionals through real career transitions. Whether you’re in your 30s, 40s, or 50s, this episode will help you make smarter decisions and finally move forward.
 
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Burnout might feel like a breakdown—but it can be the breakthrough your career needs. In this energizing episode of the Mr. Career Tick Podcast, career coach Uli Schild shares the five essential steps to reignite your career after burnout and return to work with clarity, confidence, and purpose.
Drawing from over decades of career coaching experience, Uli, aka Mr. Career Tick, breaks down the real signs of burnout, why recovery takes time, and how to build a sustainable career path that won’t lead you back to exhaustion. From setting boundaries and practicing self-care to building a meaningful support network and using practical tools to stay on track—this episode is your roadmap to a healthier, more empowered professional life.
What you’ll learn:
How to spot your personal burnout warning signs
The 3 stages of burnout recovery
Why boundaries and saying “no” are career-saving skills
How to reconnect with your purpose and people at work
The best apps and tools to support your mental wellness
Plus: Uli’s personal burnout story, real client insights, and a reminder that thriving is always possible—if you tick the right boxes.
 
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Think HR is giving you the whole story about how your salary is set—or why your pay raise stalled? Think again. 
In this unfiltered episode, Mr. Career Tick exposes the truths HR departments won’t tell you: from vague salary ranges to silent negotiation tactics and budget limits they hope you’ll never ask about.
Whether you’re gearing up for your annual performance review or just wondering what’s really behind your paycheck, this episode delivers insight straight from an HR insider. Tune in to uncover 10 things you won’t hear in a meeting—and get practical advice on how to prep for your next raise conversation, build trust with your manager, and negotiate smarter without burning bridges.
If you want better money, better strategy, and better results—press play!
 
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Behind every successful job search is a mindset rooted in purpose, discipline, and self-leadership.
In this episode, Mr. Career Tick shares six high-impact habits that shift your focus from frustration to forward motion. Whether you're stuck in a draining job, navigating change, or wondering how long this search will last—this is the clarity you’ve been craving.
What you’ll walk away with:
A new understanding of how internal growth powers external results
Strategies to stop chasing roles and start creating opportunity
A smarter way to engage with people, not just job posts
Permission to take breaks, recalibrate, and keep showing up
This isn’t just another pep talk. It’s a mindset upgrade for every career seeker who’s ready to feel in control again.
Tune in now and start building consistent habits that help you land the job you deserve.
 
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How do you turn your bad work experience into future career success?
Ever survived a job so stressful, toxic, or chaotic that it felt like a daily escape room? You’re not alone—but what if those negative experiences could fuel your future success?
In this episode, Mr. Career Tick breaks down five powerful ways to reframe bad work experiences into valuable skills and expertise that will make you stronger, smarter, and more career-ready than ever before.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
How to turn bad bosses, toxic workplaces, and burnout into transferable career skills
Why your toughest job moments could be your greatest professional assets
The language of reframing—how to position past struggles on your resume, LinkedIn, and interviews
Actionable steps to restart, recover, and take control of your career
Your experiences don’t define you—but how you frame them does.
Tune in now and take the next step toward career success!
 
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Landing a new job is exciting—but are you walking into a nightmare? Before you sign the dotted line, spot the red flags that could lead to toxic leadership.
From micromanagers to credit thieves, bad bosses come in all forms—and they could cost you your sanity, your career growth, and even your happiness at work.
In this episode, Mr. Career Tick breaks down the classic warning signs of a bad boss and shares 4 ways to dodge them in the interview process—before it’s too late.
Remember, your time is your most valuable asset—don’t waste it on a bad boss.
Tune in now and learn how to protect your career!
 
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Did you ever wonder what’s silently holding your career back? Your boss is not just always looking at what you are doing right—sometimes, what you need to STOP doing also matters!
The Mr. Career Tick podcast is BACK. What if leveling up at work isn’t about adding more to your plate—but cutting out what’s holding you back?
In my latest podcast, 3 Things Your Boss Wants You to Stop in the New Year, I break down the sneaky habits that could be stalling your career.
Tune in to learn simple mindset shifts that will strengthen your relationship with your boss, boost your career, and help you show up as your best self at work.
 
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People reach out to me in many ways.
I receive emails, Insta messages, LinkedIn messages and lots of calls from individuals who are trying to work out why they have lost their mojo at work and what they can do to reconnect with the work they once loved.
That’s not necessary job search coaching or career coaching and so I often feel challenged to sell my services.
There are many issues these individuals describe, but it most often boils down to one “real issue “ They contact me because they want to find joy in work again.
Join me and listen to the MrCareerTick Way to find Joy in your Work.
 
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