Welcome! We're thrilled you're interested in being a guest on the CareerDev Podcast with Dr. Tracy Shroyer. Our audience is largely mid-career professionals (10+ years' experience) navigating growth, pivots, and purpose. Please complete the application below so we can assess fit and plan a high-value conversation for listeners.

How this works

Listen to 1–2 episodes to get a feel for the format and audience.
Apply using the form below (includes your headshot + consent to record and promote).
Await approval: We’ll review your application soon for topic–audience fit. If selected, you’ll receive an approval email with next steps and a
scheduling link. If we’re not a fit right now, we’ll let you know and keep your info on file for future episodes.
Schedule: Use the link in your approval email to book your 60 minute recording (extra time added for before/after or tech difficulties). You’ll get calendar invite for us to record on Zoom or Riverside. Please use a mic and headphones.
Record: Conversational style with tactical, actionable tips.
Promote: We’ll send you graphics, links, and suggested copy; we ask all guests to share across their channels.

Goal: a clear, concise, actionable episode that helps mid-level professionals make real progress in their career.

Contact & Basics

First Name

Last Name

Email *

Phone *

Time Zone *

How did you hear about us? *

Podmatch

Social Media

Current Listener or Client

Professional Details

Current title/role *

Organization *

Industry *

Years of experience *

State

Country *

Audience Fit & Value

Why are you a strong fit for the Career Development Podcast? (2–4 sentences focused on our audience: mid‑level, growth‑oriented professionals) *

Which audience segments will benefit most? *

Mid‑level professionals (10–20 yrs)

Laid‑off / returning to work

Managers moving to senior leadership

Career shifters / pivoters

Working parents / caregivers

Underrepresented professionals

Three topic ideas you can lead. For each topic, please include: Working title, 2–3 key takeaways, and one quick story or example you can share.

What outcomes can listeners expect? (e.g., a decision framework, a 5‑step process, a negotiation script, a checklist)

Any sensitive topics we should avoid?

Story, Credibility, & Assets

Short bio (100–150 words) *

Key accomplishments / proof points (up to 3) (e.g., promoted 3x in 6 years, led PMO for $50M portfolio, helped 200+ jobseekers land offers)

Prior speaking or podcast appearances (links) *

Signature framework or methodology? (outline briefly, if applicable)

Social Profiles

LinkedIn
Facebook
Instagram
TikTok
YouTube

Lead magnet/freebie link

Upload headshot (min 1000px, transparent background preferred; .png/.jpg) *

Upload logo (optional)

Guest Consent & Release
(read and agree)

By submitting this application, I acknowledge and agree:

Recording & Distribution
I authorize recording of audio/video during my appearance and grant Dr. Tracy Shroyer and the Career Development Podcast the right to edit, reproduce, distribute, and publicly display the episode across podcast platforms, websites, social media, and promotional materials.

Rights & Usage
I grant a non‑exclusive, perpetual, worldwide license to use my name, likeness, voice, and contributed content in connection with the episode and related promotional content. I waive any right to inspect or approve the final edited materials.

Content Integrity
I confirm that my contributions are original and do not infringe third‑party rights. If I share proprietary frameworks or data, I have the right to do so or will provide proper attribution.

No Compensation
Participation is voluntary; no financial compensation is provided.

Promotion Commitment
I agree to share the published episode with my audience (e.g., LinkedIn, email list, or other channels) using the provided assets/links within a reasonable time after release.

Editing & Scheduling
The production team may edit for clarity, length, and audience value and will schedule release at their discretion.

Data & Privacy
Information submitted here may be stored for guest coordination and promotion in accordance with our privacy practices. Contact us to request updates or removal of your data.

I agree to the above terms.

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