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#087 - Author of “The Career Toolkit” Mark Herschberg explains how you build the road map to enable you to start planning your career change.

What you'll learn

• [02:03] Mark explains the origins of his book and who the target audience is.
• [06:42] Looking at your long term career options rather than just the next job.
• [08:00] Finding out unwritten skills required for jobs by networking with people in the industry.
• [08:59] Using intermediate roles to make the transition into the career you want.
• [10:08] How to identify the qualifications and skills you need for specific roles.
• [10:38] Figuring out whether you need to go back to school.
• [11:41] Taking alternate paths to get to your career destination.
• [13:30] Mapping out your career path by looking at gaps in your knowledge or skill set.
• [15:02] Approaching connections to help you identify potential intermediate roles.
• [16:23] Qualifications which can give you a broad scope of opportunity.
• [18:58] Understanding where a career path will take you and how to orient yourself to it.
• [20:32] Identifying sub-professions that would suit you more.
• [21:46] Ensuring you have multiple paths to divert and change course to.
• [23:10] Having a broader view of adjacent industries to see what may impact you.
• [24:18] Recognising trends within your role or industry to determine potential future job risks.
• [27:03] The importance of looking at your projected income as well as short term.
• [28:36] How not to get sidetracked and ensure that you’re aligned to your goals.
• [30:50] Recognising what motivates you so you can effectively measure your progress.
• [31:46] Figuring out the need for an accountability coach or partner.
• [32:57] Using your network to get in contact with people that can help.

For the show notes for this episode, including a full transcript and links to all the resources mentioned, visit:

https://changeworklife.com/how-to-plan-your-career-change/

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#086 - Food chemist, change manager, and founder of Into Action Coaching Nicole Tschierske explains the steps she took to get recognised in her new career and how she helps ambitious women in science and tech get noticed and promoted.

What you'll learn

• [1:19] The dual role Nicole has as a supply chain manager and founder of Into Action Coaching.
• [2:08] Nicole’s background in nutrition and food chemistry.
• [4:00] What product development and innovation look like within a food context.
• [6:31] What Nicole’s career path looked like and how she broke from the conventional career path.
• [8:45] What Nicole did when her career was turned upside down and the problem with being paid to do nothing.
• [15:22] Why Nicole decided to get career coaching rather than just applying for another job.
• [17:42] How Nicole knew that getting coaching was the right path for her to follow.
• [20:02] How Nicole pivoted into change management.
• [22:46] The most challenging part about working in a new field in which you’re not experienced.
• [25:15] How Nicole produced high-quality work even without experience.
• [27:18] How Nicole decided on the type of clientele she wanted to coach.
• [29:52] The type of transformations Nicole wants her clients to achieve.
• [32:03] Why Nicole wants to carry on working two roles at the same time.
• [33:44] How aware Nicole’s employers are of her coaching business.
• [36:45] Resources that have helped Nicole in her life.

For the show notes for this episode, including a full transcript and links to all the resources mentioned, visit:

https://changeworklife.com/how-to-establish-yourself-in-a-new-career/

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#085 - Wellbeing expert and co-founder of FidlLeaf Sophie Coulthard explains the link between our values and wellbeing and how we can effectively assess and improve our wellbeing at work using the science of Axiology.

What you'll learn

• [1:20] Who FidlLeaf are and what they do.
• [2:18] The science used in FidlLeaf’s assessments.
• [3:33] What Sophie was doing before she co-founded FidlLeaf.
• [5:40] Why Sophie wanted to create FidlLeaf.
• [7:39] The self-serve nature of the platform and how that allows for flexibility.
• [8:38] What the science of Axiology is all about.
• [11:50] What values are, how they can change, and what causes this.
• [14:30] What your ‘intrinsic self’ is and how it differs from the roles you play.
• [15:45] The different kinds of intrinsic values that people have.
• [17:34] Why values are important to your well-being.
• [19:43] How you measure a healthy balance between work and life.
• [20:24] How to prioritise which areas of your life need change.
• [22:19] The balance in changing internal and external pressures in your life.
• [25:11] How FidlLeaf collects data.
• [26:28] The format of the assessment and how it pushes you to make value judgments.
• [29:33] The different types of people FidlLeaf’s assessment can help.
• [32:11] The benefits of doing an assessment like this.
• [33:42] What the future for FidlLeaf looks like.
• [34:45] The resources Sophie recommends and the free workshop she runs.

For the show notes for this episode, including a full transcript and links to all the resources mentioned, visit:

https://changeworklife.com/why-youre-stressed-out-at-work-and-what-to-do-about-it/

Re-assessing your career?  Know you need a change but don't really know where to start?  Check out these two exercises to start the journey of working out what career is right for you!

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#084 - Discovery Coach and author Kari Schwear explains how she came to terms with her own feelings of discomfort and how she helps others understand their feelings and take control of their coping mechanisms.

What you'll learn

• [1:23] What GrayTonic is and the type of “Gray Area” Kari focuses on.
• [1:59] What it means to be in the “Gray Area” and how people find Kari.
• [2:33] The programs that Kari runs.
• [3:19] What Kari did before becoming a coach.
• [4:49] What Kari gained from changing career seven times.
• [6:13] The type of work Kari did for Porshe.
• [6:52] How Kari realised that it wasn’t her job she was unsatisfied with but herself.
• [11:04] How your experiences affect your perception of reality.
• [12:23] How Kari recognised that she needed a coach, and how they helped her.
• [15:13] Some of the techniques Kari’s coach used to help her understand who she was.
• [18:15] What it means to be “ok with being uncomfortable”.
• [19:37] How to move away from using detrimental coping methods and gain clarity and focus.
• [23:10] Kari’s passion for helping people and how she ended up starting GrayTonic.
• [27:02] The five coaches Kari has used to help her start and grow her company.
• [29:08] What Kari wants to achieve with her business in the long run.
• [30:32] The never-ending nature of Kari’s goal.
• [31:44] Kari’s next goals for her life that she’s focusing on.
• [32:30] Resources Kari recommends to others if they want to expand their life.

For the show notes for this episode, including a full transcript and links to all the resources mentioned, visit:

https://changeworklife.com/how-to-be-comfortable-with-feeling-uncomfortable/

Re-assessing your career?  Know you need a change but don't really know where to start?  Check out these two exercises to start the journey of working out what career is right for you!

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#083 - Transformational life coach Mareike Schoenig explains how to listen to your own intuition and identify your passions.

What you'll learn

• [1:11] What a transformational coach is.
• [2:38] The types of people that Mareike works with.
• [3:14] What Mareike did before becoming a coach.
• [5:52] Why Mareike left her role in Singapore.
• [8:00] What “using your intuition” really means.
• [9:31] What it means to have a “clean” mind and the type of state it puts you in.
• [11:38] The importance of regular mindfulness training.
• [13:10] The difference between meditation and mindfulness.
• [14:03] What to do if you feel stuck in a situation that isn’t making you happy.
• [15:05] How to shift your mindset and how a coach can help with that.
• [16:47] The importance of identifying your limiting beliefs and working to change them.
• [17:48] The four pillars you need to be successful at changing your life.
• [19:10] How you know when it’s the right time, or wrong time, to do something.
• [22:05] The importance of balancing your intuition with the analytical side of your brain.
• [26:41] The ways your childhood dreams can be a good indicator of your passions.
• [28:53] The book ‘New Species’, a book about a world where people listen to their institutions.
• [29:45] How to connect with Mareike.

For the show notes for this episode, including a full transcript and links to all the resources mentioned, visit:

https://changeworklife.com/how-to-find-your-passion-by-following-your-intuition/

Re-assessing your career?  Know you need a change but don't really know where to start?  Check out these two exercises to start the journey of working out what career is right for you!

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#082 - Founder of Abundance Wealth Planning, Joseph Kuo, discusses the link between wealth and life satisfaction and shares his unique take on using financial planning to help uncover your life values.

What you'll learn

• [01:37] Joseph introduces what he does as a financial planner.
• [03:13] How life coaching and financial planning are linked.
• [04:24] Joseph talks about the type of client he typically works with.
• [06:24] Joseph explains what led him to working in his industry.
• [11:46] Common fears behind changing your career path.
• [15:46] Why do you feel scared about changing jobs.
• [20:30] How to dig deeper to discover your goals and understand their importance.
• [22:11] Planning different scenarios and their effect on your financial situation.
• [23:15] Looking at your spending and questioning why you’re spending it.
• [28:44] Understanding your values to help you reduce your resistance to your current situation.
• [30:50] Taking the first steps to changing your situation.

For the show notes for this episode, including a full transcript and links to all the resources mentioned, visit:

https://changeworklife.com/what-are-you-earning-for-anyway-the-role-of-money-and-wealth-in-achieving-life-harmony/

Re-assessing your career?  Know you need a change but don't really know where to start?  Check out these two exercises to start the journey of working out what career is right for you!

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#080 - CareerGig co-founder Greg Kihlström gives an insight into what life is like working as a freelancer and the upsides and downsides associated with this ever-growing form of self-employment.

What you'll learn

• [01:12] Greg introduces CareerGig and how it helps freelancers.
• [03:15] Greg explains how he got into the industry.
• [06:15] Defining the term ‘freelancer’.
• [07:08] The similarities and differences between consulting and freelancing.
• [10:05] Industries which are particularly well suited to freelancing.
• [13:19] The upsides and downsides to being a freelancer.
• [14:26] The freedom of freelancing.
• [15:25] How you can control how much you earn through freelancing.
• [16:38] How freelancers can dictate their terms.
• [18:37] Collaborating with other freelancers.
• [19:46] Understanding your own abilities to be able to reject jobs.
• [21:25] Networking and making long-lasting relationships. 
• [25:10] Personality traits that translate well to freelancing.
• [27:45] Positioning yourself as part of a team while freelancing.
• [29:47] Planning for your transition into freelancing.
• [30:22] Looking at the impact of financial crises on traditional jobs.

For the show notes for this episode, including a full transcript and links to all the resources mentioned, visit:

https://changeworklife.com/how-to-start-freelancing-and-what-you-can-expect/

Re-assessing your career?  Know you need a change but don't really know where to start?  Check out these two exercises to start the journey of working out what career is right for you!

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#080 - Leadership coach Christopher R. Jones describes the steps he took to “own” his career and explains what you can do to take control of your own career path.

What you'll learn

• [01:20] Christopher introduces his programme, 7 Disciplines of Authentic Leaders.
• [02:42] How effective leadership is a key factor in retaining employees.
• [05:21] Christopher talks about how he became involved in the IT industry.
• [07:51] Christopher explains his early career.
• [13:20] Christopher talks about his realisation that he wasn’t in control of his career.
• [18:37] Questioning if any job can be classed as ‘safe’.
• [23:12] Adapting opportunities to suit your lifestyle.
• [25:15] Overcoming obstacles and learning through failure.
• [26:08] Focusing on networking to grow a business.
• [27:38] Christopher’s experience with applying for jobs and managing his own business.
• [30:35] Christopher discusses the expectations versus reality when starting his business.
• [36:42] The steps you can take to become a more effective leader.

For the show notes for this episode, including a full transcript and links to all the resources mentioned, visit:

https://changeworklife.com/how-to-take-control-of-your-career/

Re-assessing your career?  Know you need a change but don't really know where to start?  Check out these two exercises to start the journey of working out what career is right for you!

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#079 - Career coach Diana Cregan explains how to plan your return to work after a career break, research different industries if you want to change career and build connections.

What you'll learn

• [02:19] Diana explains how she got involved with coaching.
• [07:10] Seeing your own worth and value rather than accepting any opportunity.
• [08:19] Realising that you have a choice as to what you do.
• [09:23] How parents think about going back to work.
• [11:20] The main fears people have when they think about going back to work.
• [13:16] Tackling the fear of abandoning your family.
• [14:24] How to work through obstacles to understand what you want.
• [16:30] How your values change over time and how to identify them.
• [18:01] How personality tests can be great tools for self-awareness.
• [19:44] When to start assessing your return to work.
• [22:31] Combining strengths and values with research to plan your return to work.
• [23:09] How researching industries through informational interviews can help you figure out what you want to do next.
• [25:24] Why asking for help is a powerful tool.
• [27:17] How to reach out to people on LinkedIn.
• [29:40] The process of exploring career options.
• [31:34] How it’s your right to craft your own future.

For the show notes for this episode, including a full transcript and links to all the resources mentioned, visit:

https://changeworklife.com/returning-to-work-after-a-career-break/

Re-assessing your career?  Know you need a change but don't really know where to start?  Check out these two exercises to start the journey of working out what career is right for you!

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#078 - Productivity expert Megan Sandwick explains how you can be more productive, identify what you should do next and set yourself up for success.

What you'll learn

• [01:20] Megan explains what a strategic productivity partner is.
• [02:20] Megan talks through her journey to her current role.
• [04:13] Megan describes her typical clientele.
• [05:08] Defining ‘productivity’ by looking at the bigger picture.
• [08:39] The distinction between “productivity” and “effectiveness”.
• [09:08] How to reduce the time spent doing repetitive tasks.
• [10:58] Why you should focus on what you achieved in the week rather than what you didn’t.
• [12:22] Setting realistic timeframes and organising priorities.
• [15:09] How to prioritise daily tasks to ensure efficiency.
• [17:26] Scheduling your time effectively.
• [18:39] What you can do with extra time if you complete all your tasks.
• [20:16] How to create a “dashboard” of your tasks.
• [22:18] How the process can be adapted to suit everyone.
• [24:24] Reviewing the dashboard to ensure your tasks are up-to-date.
• [25:18] How project management tools can help you organise and consolidate your tasks.
• [27:04] How the “kanban board” format can be used for smaller projects and tasks.
• [29:30] Finding out what works for you through project management tools.
• [33:00] Opening the day by checking notifications and messages.
• [34:58] Closing the day by reviewing the day's actions and planning ahead.
• [36:52] Megan shares her tips to create positive productivity habits.

For the show notes for this episode, including a full transcript and links to all the resources mentioned, visit:

https://changeworklife.com/how-to-be-more-productive-and-know-what-to-do-next/

Re-assessing your career?  Know you need a change but don't really know where to start?  Check out these two exercises to start the journey of working out what career is right for you!

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