We all have our own take on what success looks like. Throughout our careers, we’ve conditioned ourselves to work extra hard to get to where we want to be, but many professionals who have reached high levels of success seem to be unhappy. Is this really what success looks like? 

There is no one definition for success. We’re all different — from our talents and skills down to the priorities we have and the trajectory of our careers. You have the freedom to define success on your own.

In this episode, Dr Claire Kaye joins us to talk about the importance of honesty and clarity in defining our own success. We may think that achieving certain goals will make us happy, but evidence shows us it’s the other way around. It’s only when we’re happy that we can be successful. We also discuss how to overcome common barriers to our happiness and success such as fear, guilt, and uncertainty.

If you want to know how to live a happier and more successful life, stay tuned to this episode.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

1. Discover how to redefine success on your own terms 
2. Find out how you can prioritise your own happiness 
3. Learn about the common blocks we have around change, and how you can alter your mindset. 

Resources

• Connect with Dr Claire Kaye: LinkedIn | Website | Facebook | Instagram
• We are now working with GP fellowship programs, trainers, and groups to help people feel happier! Bookings are now open for Autumn 2022 and a few slots are left for Spring 2022. 
• You're Not A Frog Episode 71: Create a Career You’ll Love with Dr Claire Kaye
• You're Not A Frog Episode 88: How to Ditch the Saviour Complex and Feel More Alive with Rob Bell
• Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman 
• The Happy Secret to Better Work by Shawn Achor
• The Happiness Advantage by Shawn Achor
• Get access to the THRIVE Weekly Planner to design your ideal working week! 

Episode Highlights

[04:39] How Does Dr Claire Define Success? 

[09:33] Success and Passion 

[12:12] Why It’s Important to Find Happiness First

[16:11] It’s Not About the Goal

[23:16] How to Plan Your Success

[28:57] How to Stay on Your Plan 

[32:11] Common Blocks Towards Success

[36:27] Change Your Mindset 

[37:47] Change is Not Failure

[44:59] What to Do When You’re Overwhelmed

[48:26] Find Clarity 

[51:59] Dr Claire’s Top Three Tips

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