Many of my coaching clients come to me wanting to be more productive because they aren't meeting some goal or expectation they've set for themselves. 

You can do a Google search and find hundreds of productivity hacks.

But is doing more really the answer?Not always! 

So, how can you determine the productivity issues you're really trying to solve?

On this episode of Career Confessions, I'll walk you through some reasons we seek the answers to more success in all the wrong places. Then I guide you through some insight into how to dig deeper to determine what productivity really means to and for you. 

Listen in as I share how saying NO can help you find the time you dream of for your most critical non-negotiables. Plus, I share a fun exercise you can do to pull back from some of the forces pulling you in all different directions and find the center of YOUR vision for success.

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Key Takeaways  

Why we can't outrun our belief system by changing our daily routine

Why productivity isn’t the be all end all for success

The #1 question you need to ask yourself to determine your own success metrics

How to determine if you are saying NO often enough

Why saying yes too often can keep you living someone else's version of success 

How a stick figure drawing can help you determining if you are being pulled in too many directions

Why a 30-day check-in plan is vital to your long-term success

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What projects do you want to be known for?

Do you want to be known as a leader or the go-to name for your dream project? Are you sure about what you’re projecting when it comes to your personal brand?

It can be challenging to stay focused on who we are, so we project the right things in our personal brand while working on projects, paying bills, and raising our families. 

But if you don't take charge of evaluating and solidifying your brand, who will? 

And if you're not taking the time to check in on your personal brand, it can lead to a significant gap in how others perceive you and how you see yourself as a professional. 

So how can you evolve your brand to ensure it aligns with where you want to go next?

On this episode of Career Confessions, I'm sharing two topics that have recently been a recurring theme in my coaching practice. I'm also sharing some personal insight into how something I visualized for over a year came to be and how I intentionally released my emotions about the end of one big project before beginning a new one.

I'll walk you through some insider information I shared with my group coaching clients and some advice I gave a private client about why you must advocate for yourself in your career and how you can do so in a way that feels organic to you.

Listen in as I share the 3 things you must continually evaluate and reevaluate for limiting factors in your brand. Plus, I offer some homework for my listeners to help you make sure your brand aligns with where you want to go next. 

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Key Takeaways  Why it’s vital to release emotional baggage to keep it from coming along on your career journey

2 reasons why it’s so hard to advocate for yourself at work

How to share your wins so it doesn’t feel like bragging

Why flexing your problem-solving nature is not just your win, but a victory for the whole team

What things to look at when auditing your brand to be sure it aligns with your goals 

How taking the time to get honest about where you are gives you the clarity to toward the right opportunities 

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Do you have the millionaire mindset?

I am not talking about what you have in your bank account, although I believe that money will be a side-effect. 

I'm talking about developing the focus to chase the version of yourself you see in your mind's eye. 

It's hard to step into the unknown and make the changes required to get you where you want to be—but it's always worth it. 

So how can you get to what is waiting out there for you?

On this episode of Career Confessions, I'm sharing what having a millionaire mindset really means. I share an update about where I was last year‌, where I am now in my entrepreneurial journey, and what it took to build a second business in just a year. 

Listen in as I share insight into how to audit your life, so you can begin stepping away from the habits and relationships that are getting in the way of the things you truly want. 

I'll walk you through how I re-prioritize my life‌ based on impact and how you can do the same with the things on your own to-do list. 

There's a version of yourself out there that I know you can visually see, to get there you need to adopt a millionaire mindset. 

Key Takeaways  

Why you must let go of the things that no longer serve you to move the needle

How to surround yourself with the people that will inspire your greatness

How re-prioritizing based on impact keeps me in a healthy, millionaire mindset 

Why it's important to build a brand within your personal boundaries

How setting unrealistic goals can help you move past your fear of failure

Why opening yourself up to more no’s increases your odds of success. 

Why ditching the rule book and forging your own path is the key to more success

Why you have to say no to the life you have to achieve the life you want

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I'm a big proponent of doing what it takes so all areas of your life flourish because we're not just here to chase paychecks and promotions. 

Recently I've had some questions come in on my Instagram stories, so I thought it would be a great idea to do a little Q&A on the podcast to go deeper and share some of the things that I'm learning that will help you as you grow in your career and in your personal life.

On this Q&A episode of Career Confessions, I'm answering some of my listener questions and dropping powerful, insightful nuggets to help you find the work-life balance that works for you. I share a personal example of a change I made to my routine that helped me stop living 10 minutes behind schedule and brought more joy to my daily mornings. 

Listen in as I share solutions to help you change your routine, set your personal boundaries, transition into a new field, and find your groove in ALL areas of your life so you can carve out the time for what truly matters. 

If you have a question you would like me to answer on a future podcast episode please send it to me via Instagram DMs. You can find me on Instagram here.

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Why changing your morning routine can be the catalyst for a better day every day

How to balance being a mom with your career for the most significant impact on your child's life

Why it's vital to discover the WHY behind your personal boundaries 

How outsourcing your least favorite tasks helps you be more effective in all areas of your life

Tips for slowly carving into a new career space so you don’t unravel yourself financially 

Why stepping out of the norm is the key to creating a life plan that works for YOU

Why creating a happy, well-rounded life is all about change

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June brings us a new season and an invitation to reevaluate our goals as we step into the second half of the year and the 3rd quarter in July. 

Is it time to accelerate your plans for reaching your goals? Or maybe you have a niggling feeling that you need to reroute or even completely throw your plan out and start from scratch with new goals. 

NOW is the perfect time to decide what you really want in your career and your life so you can set the right targets to set yourself up for success for the rest of 2022.On this episode of Career Confessions, I'm dropping a powerful tool I've used with much success to help my coaching clients make the right plans to accomplish their true personal and professional goals. 

Listen in to discover my 4-step process to get crystal clear on what you really want. This quick exercise I’m sharing will help you get honest with yourself about whose goals you are chasing. I share tips on how to audit your approach if you find what you are currently doing just isn't working for YOU. 

In this episode, I also share two ways you can use my 4-step process even if (like me) you find that journaling doesn't work for you. 

If you listen to my show, I know you are serious about doing the work that accomplishing your goals requires. After you are finished using my 4-step process, I'd love to have you send me your answers via Instagram DMs. You can find me on Instagram here.

I look forward to hearing what you discover.

Key Takeaways  

4 key questions to ask yourself to figure out what you REALLY want

How to discover whose goals you are chasing

Why you need to map out precisely what your targets look like

2 ways, you can be crystal clear on what it is you want—no journaling required

How to get honest with yourself about the true cost of your current approach

How frequently do you need to audit your goals

How make your plan bulletproof by dropping the bar that’s holding you back 

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Do you feel like you are being pushed to decide what's next in your career?

Is time to change directions from the career path you thought you were set on?

If you answered yes to either of those questions, you might be at a career crossroads. 

So, what do you do when what you've been doing is no longer working for you, and you need to make a new plan? 

Often, when we reach a certain level in our career trajectory, we find ourselves with more career choices and options than we dreamed possible. As the steps and paths, you could take increase, so do feelings of overwhelm and analysis paralysis.

When we aren't sure what the next step looks like, it can bring forth a lot of insecurity. But there are some things you can do to help alleviate that.  

On this episode of Career Confessions, I explain why at times of career uncertainty it's important to take a step back before taking your next step. I'll share some tips on how to turn your focus inward to find the common denominator in the options out in front of you so you can move further into your lane of brilliance.

Listen in to discover the 1 key question you need to ask yourself when you are at a career crossroads. I offer insight into how to stop playing in the false stretch zone and get comfortable with the unknown so you can step out of Zombie mode, reignite your passion for what you do, and start challenging yourself again. 

Are you ready to discover your personal brand in a whole new way so you can share it so it sticks with the right stakeholders? If so, fill out my questionnaire for private coaching, and let's talk about how I can help you raise the bar and reach your next level faster. 

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How to use your career history to discover the common denominator within the options in front of you

The biggest drawback of the 'false stretch zone'

How to tap into the small insights that make up your career foundation

Why it's okay to discard your long-term plan and adopt your perfect plan for right now

Why turning down the noise and focusing inward is the secret to identifying your key drivers

Where to look to discover the critical clues that will help you determine your next steps

The number 1 question to ask yourself when you are at a career crossroads

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The idea that you must have a linear plan for your career path is a disservice to your potential and a way to overwhelm yourself very quickly.

Many of us traveled through higher education believing that there was one dream job out there for us and that our career trajectory would follow a predictable path—but often, that's not the case. 

One of the questions I get quite often is which career path someone should pursue. It can be challenging to know what you want for the rest of your life in your early 20s. As life shapes us, our priorities change—rerouting and rewriting are a part of life. 

My own career trajectory has changed—more than once. The same might be true for you, too. You can reinvent yourself as many times as you want because as we grow, we dream bigger.

So, if you're currently thinking I'm not sure if I'm on the right career path, I think I need to reinvent my career, or I can't even think about any of it right now—that's okay. 

On this episode of Career Confessions, I explain why it's okay to throw your 10-year career plan out based on your current life goals and start over. I'll share how spending time trying different roles is the secret sauce to helping you determine which direction you want to go all in.

I offer advice for those times when you need to put your career on cruise control for a while and give yourself some breathing room while you focus on your needs for the current moment. 

Listen in to discover how to step out of the overwhelm around which is the right path so you can focus on asking yourself the right questions to determine your next career move. 

Coming in June, I will be starting a new once-a-month coaching style Q&A on the podcast where I will answer my listeners questions. So, if you have a burning question, DM me. I'd love to help you with the feedback you need to move forward and take the next steps.

Key Takeaways  

The most important questions to ask yourself when you are trying to determine your career path

Why a 10-year plan isn't realistic when you are just starting out

What experiences can influence changes in your career trajectory

What to focus on when making a list of career options to explore

How to determine which career will bring YOU the most satisfaction 

How to let go of the anxiety around coasting in your career when your life calls for it 

Why trying out different career options can be beneficial in determining what really works for you

Why our career options often grow down the same path as we do 

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Do you schedule the time and then rest on your credentials until the big day? 

No way! Not if you listen to this podcast!

I have seen incredible candidates come across my desk looking to be part of my team that were utterly amazing on paper but lacked presence during the interview. I've also had someone I noted was lacking a few of the qualifications blow me away with their presence when we met, making me want to have them as a part of my team long-term. 

So, how can you get hiring managers to say WOW after your zoom or coffee chat meeting?

On this episode of Career Confessions, I'll walk you through some tips and tricks for using your body language and voice to command the interview room.

Listen in to learn how to master your executive‌ presence so hiring managers will lean in to hear what you have to say. Plus, I offer you a 20-minute challenge that will help you show up two levels higher—which might make all the difference in getting the job or not in this competitive market.  

You have one shot to stand out, so listen in to learn how to prepare for your next big interview. Because everything you want in life is there for you to grab, but you must prepare yourself to exude and radiate the confidence that says YOU are the one the hiring manager is looking for.

Key Takeaways  

Why being good on paper is only 20% of the battle

How to demonstrate your true level of interest in the position and the company

Why is body language so important during an interview

How making minor tweaks in your presence will help you skyrocket to your next position

How this 20-minute challenge can help you show up two levels higher

How to project confidence even if you are shy

How to avoid looking like an amateur on ZOOM

Why your executive presence is just as important as your qualifications 

How to stand out and stay top of mind after the interview is over

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What does your personal brand on LinkedIn say about you? Does it quickly express who you are in a way that positions you to make the right connections?

Recently, I've been in hiring mode, and I've received an influx of applications.

When I looked at all those resumes, there were some whom I wanted to reach out to immediately to set up an interview. So, of course, the next thing I did was check out their LinkedIn profile. 

What I found there surprised me. Some had a bit of a profile, some had nothing, and some impressed me. And I thought this would be a great thing for us to talk about on the show today. 

Sometimes I think we get stuck in thinking LinkedIn isn't worth it. Or we think, well, I have a presence there, that's enough. But neither one of those things is true. 

Your LinkedIn profile is a great way to position yourself and your personal brand to get to the top of a recruiter's search results and network with the movers and shakers in your industry. 

So, how do you create a profile on LinkedIn that will serve you and your personal brand? 

It all starts with your unique value proposition. 

On this episode of Career Confessions, I offer my 5 top ways to optimize your career profile on LinkedIn to give viewers a genuine understanding of who you are and what you do.

Listen in to this episode to understand how to draw attention, filter out distractions, and key in on the most critical piece of your personal brand, your resume, and your LinkedIn profile. Once you have your personal brand and LinkedIn profile optimized, you won't be looking for opportunities, opportunities will come to you. Who knows, your dream position just might find you through your LinkedIn profile. 

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The real reason job seekers have difficulty expressing what their essential career skills are

How to use your resume like a Facebook ad

How to optimize your use of keywords to create the right connections

How to maximize the contents of the first quarter of your resume so your skills and experience stand out

How to include your education credentials without giving up valuable resume real estate

How to give recruiters and hiring managers a quick and effective overview of your personal brand 

How to identify and communicate your value proposition 

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You know the ones, maybe a huge project you were going to lead was taken away, or you get three rejections in a row, or perhaps you feel like you haven't had any time to spend with your kids because you've been working all the time. 

What happens on those days?

Truth be told, what happens after those bad days is the most critical in our lives. What you do next, and where you go from there is what matters the most. 

I'll be honest, having a career and a family is hard. Running a business is hard. Running a successful business is even more challenging. Sometimes we look out on social media, and we think, 'wow, she makes that look so easy.'

It's not. 

And the hard days can make you feel like you are heading in the wrong direction. 

So how do you tune out all the noise and return your focus to what's important, the non-negotiables, as I like to call them? 

We're cutting through the fluff on this coffee chat episode of Career Confessions and getting real. I'm sharing my aftermath story and the restructuring I had to do in order to be the person I wanted to be for my family while growing a second business. 

Listen in as I share my top strategies for getting clear with your plan, so you can focus on YOUR non-negotiables and set goals for the long-term. 

Key Takeaways 

How to determine your non-negotiables 

What I did to restructure my business to be able to better show up for my family

How to say no even when it's scary

My top strategies for shutting out the noise so you can focus on what's important

How starting with your personal priorities keeps you from overbooking

Why you don't need a ten-year plan, you just need the first step

How surrounding yourself with people who are doing what you want to do helps you rise higher

How to find the right support for all of the different parts of your journey

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