Changing careers might seem overwhelming , there's so much to consider. You've climbed the ladder in your current job, why leave what you've got? There's comfort in the thought of that security and stability. However, it's not always the case. At one point, you might realize that your current job is not for you. It's critical to know when enough is enough. While it may sound scary, the answer may lie in taking on another career path.

In this episode, Ryan Yeates of Advance Innovation Group joins us to share advice for changing careers. He tells the story of his fast-accelerating career journey and the changes that transpired over its course. He also speaks about leadership and building a winning team. Furthermore, Ryan allows us to learn his secrets to living a happy and successful life.

Do you want to know when it's time to move on to the next thing in your career? Do you need some advice for changing careers? Then, this episode is for you!

1. Learn how to deal with the voice of doubt in finding success in the workplace.

• Connect with Ryan: LinkedIn | Advance Group

• The first thing Ryan is proud of is his career journey before 30. 

• Five years ago, Ryan was all about proving a point.

• The second thing Ryan is proud of is how COVID-19 changed him.

• Leaders' responsibilities are not as glamorous as they may seem during bad times.

• The company is a leader in kitchen design. They also run other business units in services and care.

• Ryan transitioned to the kitchen design industry two years ago.

• The third thing Ryan is proud of is his team. He has been fortunate to bring some of his team with him in his industry transition.

• Perfection isn't everything. Ryan's team had a messy first 6 to 12 months. 

• Ryan won't be where he is today if he is still the person he was seven years ago.

• Ryan has a daughter and a stepchild. 

• Ryan believes that the only measure of success is how you feel. 

• Success is about being happy both in your work environment and family life. When you're happy in one aspect, it will affect the other.

• Know your limits.

• He learned a lot from fantastic leaders and colleagues. He watched, observed and remembered as much as he could from them.

[08:24] 'Once you know exactly who you are and what you're capable of, you're very comfortable and able to put that point across as well.'

[09:28] 'Make your mistakes, but then [learn] what you need to do differently.'

[22:36] 'Perfection isn't everything… It's okay to let some things go.'

[23:38] 'Get a team that enjoys life and enjoys working with you, and appreciate the fact that you're gonna have some really tough times together.'

[29:03] 'The only measure to success is how you feel. Honestly, take no notice of how anyone else judges what you class as your own success.'

Ryan Yeates is the Operations Director at Advance Innovation Group. As a senior and strategic leader, he focuses on client-centric solutions with a passion for innovation. Throughout his career, Ryan has headed various business department areas, including sales, operations, retention and commercial. 

He creates stable strategies and motivates teams to achieve budgets and increase business productivity. He manages this through sensible change management procedures.

If you want to know more about Ryan, you can connect with him via LinkedIn.

It can be frightening to change careers and leave the stability you feel in your current one. But Ryan, with his wisdom and openness, shares advice on making the switch. If you enjoyed today's episode of The Mindset Mentor Meets…, then hit subscribe and share it with your friends!

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To meeting inspiration,

Angela