You’ve worked hard. You’ve built a successful career. On paper, everything looks great — yet deep down, you feel that quiet restlessness…
 That tug for something of your own.
Something more fulfilling, more purpose-driven, and more aligned with who you’re becoming.

If you’ve been craving a new direction — but you’re not ready to walk away from the stability of your current job — this episode is your roadmap.

In today’s conversation, I’m sharing 5 simple steps you can take this week to start creating work you love… work that lights you up… work that could eventually give you the freedom and fulfillment you’ve been longing for.

And the best part?
 You don’t need to quit your job, take a big risk, or have it all figured out.
 You just need a clear starting point — and a strategy.

 Inside this episode, as your CliftonStrengths® Coach and Visionary Strategist, I’ll help you: 

✨ Take inventory of the skills that energize you
 ✨ Turn past work experience and hobbies into new opportunities
 ✨ Identify causes and problems that light you up
 ✨ Leverage your God-given talents (your CliftonStrengths®!) to create impact and income
 ✨ And inspire you with one woman's story  — Ms. Rachel of Songs for Littles — turned her passion project into a $50-million purpose-driven business

Whether you’re craving a creative outlet, dreaming of a future career pivot, or simply ready to explore what’s next, this episode will help you take your first confident step toward building a career — and a life — where you can live your calling, lead with your strengths, and create meaningful, sustainable success.

🔹 Take the free Portfolio Career Quiz → DiscoveringYourCalling.com/quiz
🔹 Book your Start with Strengths session → SheriMiterCo.com/services

Mentioned in today's episode: 

 Get Your Rack Back 

Ms Rachel & Team

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Take our free 12-question quiz to see if it's right for you and get your next action step. https://discoveringyourcalling.com/quiz

Checked all the boxes of success but still feel like something’s missing? My new book, Discovering Your Calling, is a guide for ambitious women ready to stop drifting and build a life of true fulfillment and joy. Your calling is waiting.

✨ Grab your copy today: https://www.amazon.com/Discovering-Your-Calling-Ambitious-Fulfillment/dp/B0F49CH72W

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Is the traditional "career for life" concept outdated? In this episode, we are exploring the rise of Portfolio Careers.

Listen in to discover what a portfolio career is (it's more than just a "side hustle"!), why it's becoming so popular for both companies and individuals, and how it can offer a "risk-free" path to finding your calling. We'll break down all the pros and cons to help you decide if this flexible, multi-stream approach to work is the right move for you.

🧭 Is a Portfolio Career Right for You?

Take our free, 12-question quiz to get a snapshot of whether this path is a viable option based on your personality, dreams, and current situation. You'll get an honest answer and a simple action step to move forward!

https://discoveringyourcalling.com/quiz

💡 What You'll Learn in This Episode

• What is a portfolio career? (We break down Anna Mackenzie’s definition).
• Why is this trend so popular? (Hint: It’s a win-win for companies and employees).
• The 3 main advantages for your wellbeing: (More creativity, no boredom, and using your natural talents).
• The key financial advantages: (Building a safety net, diversifying income, and creating a "risk-free exit strategy").
• The 5 main disadvantages to consider: (No traditional benefits, juggling multiple things, and company policies).

📚 Resources & References

• Anna Mackenzie's Substack: Anna Mack’s Stack
• The Portfolio Collective: What Is a Portfolio Career?
• Upwork Study: Portfolio Careers Offer Flexibility & Income for Gen Z
• Snaphunt Trends: Future of Work 2026—Key Trends

Take our free 12-question quiz to see if it's right for you and get your next action step. https://discoveringyourcalling.com/quiz

Checked all the boxes of success but still feel like something’s missing? My new book, Discovering Your Calling, is a guide for ambitious women ready to stop drifting and build a life of true fulfillment and joy. Your calling is waiting.

✨ Grab your copy today: https://www.amazon.com/Discovering-Your-Calling-Ambitious-Fulfillment/dp/B0F49CH72W

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Find Your Calling: What Your 3 a.m. Wake-Up Call Is Trying to Tell You

Have you ever woken up at 3 a.m. with your mind spinning — questioning your career, your purpose, or whether you’re meant for something more?
 Those quiet middle-of-the-night moments aren’t random.
 They’re often the truest whispers of your calling… showing up before the world gets loud again.

In this episode, Sheri explores why these 3 a.m. wake-up calls happen, what they’re trying to reveal, and why so many successful, high-achieving women end up hitting the “snooze button” on the very thing they’re being called to do.

You’ll learn how to separate fear from truth, calm from chaos, and calling from noise — and how to begin answering that nudge without burning your life or career to the ground.

✨ In This Episode, You Will Learn:

🌙 The Power of 3 a.m. Thoughts
Why those early-morning ideas often hold deeper wisdom — showing you who you’re becoming before you fully see it in the daytime.

⚔ Fear vs. Faith
How to tell the difference between the quiet, sacred whisper (“I’m meant for more”) and the loud, fearful voice (“What will people think?”).

🦈 The 3 Saboteurs
Meet the “sharks,” “danger buoys,” and “anchors” that keep you stuck, uncertain, or second-guessing your next step.

🎨 An Introduction to the Portfolio Career
Why building multiple streams of work aligned with your strengths can give you the freedom and security to answer your calling with peace instead of panic.

🪜 A Simple 3-Step Action Plan
A practical, strengths-aligned way to capture your next 3 a.m. idea and turn it into confident forward momentum — without quitting your job or blowing up your life.

If you’ve been feeling restless, craving more purpose, or sensing a shift you can’t quite name… this episode will help you understand why — and what your next right step might be.

📝 Resources Mentioned

• Feeling called to something more?
  Take this quick quiz to discover whether you’re ready to create work that gives you more freedom, fulfillment, and purpose — and whether a portfolio-style career might be the right next step for you. 

Free Quiz:  "Is It Time to Build Your Portfolio Career?" 

• Subscribe for Part 2: Don't miss the next episode, where we will go into much more detail about what a portfolio career is and how to build one. 

Take our free 12-question quiz to see if it's right for you and get your next action step. https://discoveringyourcalling.com/quiz

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I'm back! After a nine-month pause, I’m excited to return to the microphone to share what I’ve been working on, the lessons I learned, and what’s next for the show.

In this episode, I explain why the break was necessary to finish my new book, Discovering Your Calling. I also share a significant pivot in my business: the decision to stop developing a digital course and instead focus on high-impact, one-on-one mentorship for mid-career women. Tune in to hear two key lessons I learned about letting go to create space and actionable steps you can take to do the same.

In This Episode, You'll Learn:

• Why I took a 9-month break from the podcast.
• The big decision I made to stop creating my digital academy and what I'm doing instead.
• Why I believe one-on-one mentorship is more powerful than a DIY course for ambitious women.
• Two practical lessons about letting go of what no longer feels aligned.
• Action steps to help you create space for what you are being called to do.
• What's next for the podcast (new episodes every other week!).

Resources Mentioned:

• My New Book: Discovering Your Calling: The Ambitious Woman's Guide to Finding Fulfillment, Freedom, Impact, and Joy is now available on Amazon!
• One-on-One Mentorship: Ready for personalized support? Book a FREE clarity call to see if my mentorship program is right for you.
• Blog: sherrymiterco.com/blog

Connect with Me:

• Email: [email protected]
• LinkedIn: [Your LinkedIn Profile Link]
• Facebook: [Your Facebook Profile/Page Link]

I would love to hear what you're letting go of and how you plan to fill that new space. Send me an email or a DM and let me know!

Take our free 12-question quiz to see if it's right for you and get your next action step. https://discoveringyourcalling.com/quiz

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As we say goodbye to 2024 and prepare for an incredible 2025, I’m sharing the only two tips you need to make this your best year yet. From focusing on gratitude to setting one life-changing goal and letting go of what’s no longer serving you, I’ll guide you through how to create success and balance in the new year.

Key Points/Topics I Covered

• Why gratitude is the best foundation for starting a new year
• My challenge to you: Write out 10-100 things you’re grateful for from 2024
• The power of setting ONE bold and exciting goal for 2025 (The One Thing by Gary Keller and Jay Papasan)
• How HARD goals (from HARD Goals by Mark Murphy) can nudge you out of your comfort zone
• The importance of simplifying life by letting go of distractions and commitments that no longer serve you (inspired by Leo Babauta's "Zen Habits")
• My personal decision to pause the podcast in 2025

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Thank YOU!

I’m so grateful for YOU! Thank you for listening to the DYC Podcast this year. With listeners in 86 countries, 1325 cities, and over 16,000 downloads since 2022, your support has been amazing.

What’s Next for Me

As I take a pause from the podcast, make sure you’re following me on social media and signing up for my email list so you’ll know when my book and course are ready to launch.

Final Thoughts

Let’s make 2025 your best year yet! I’d love to hear from you—send me your goals at [email protected] or tag me on social media with a picture of your goals.

Thank you for being part of my journey. Have a blessed and Happy New Year!

Take our free 12-question quiz to see if it's right for you and get your next action step. https://discoveringyourcalling.com/quiz

Checked all the boxes of success but still feel like something’s missing? My new book, Discovering Your Calling, is a guide for ambitious women ready to stop drifting and build a life of true fulfillment and joy. Your calling is waiting.

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In this episode, I'm diving deep into the CliftonStrengths (aka StrengthsFinders) assessment to help you transform a simple report into a life-changing personal development tool. I'll share how you can identify your unique talents, overcome self-limiting beliefs, and take actionable steps to unlock your true potential.

What You'll Discover in This Episode:

• The true power of the CliftonStrengths assessment and how it reveals your natural talents
• Why over 34 million people have taken this groundbreaking assessment
• 8 practical strategies to turn your strengths report into a roadmap for success
• How to recognize and leverage your top talent themes in both personal and professional life

Key Insights:

• Understanding your unique talent DNA can boost confidence and performance
• Learn how to identify when and how your strengths show up in daily life
• Discover free resources to become a true student of your strengths
• Methods to share and validate your strengths with trusted peers

Why This Matters: When you know and apply your CliftonStrengths, you can exponentially increase your chances of success, find the right work environment, and improve relationship building by understanding how you and others naturally think, feel, and behave.

Special Offer: If you're ready to dive deeper, I'm offering Strengths Debrief Sessions to help you take the first step toward understanding your unique talents!  www.sherimiterco.com/services

Magic Mind Special LIMITED Offer: 
My productivity hack: https://www.magicmind.com/dyc 
Use my code DYC20 for 20% off 

Take our free 12-question quiz to see if it's right for you and get your next action step. https://discoveringyourcalling.com/quiz

Checked all the boxes of success but still feel like something’s missing? My new book, Discovering Your Calling, is a guide for ambitious women ready to stop drifting and build a life of true fulfillment and joy. Your calling is waiting.

✨ Grab your copy today: https://www.amazon.com/Discovering-Your-Calling-Ambitious-Fulfillment/dp/B0F49CH72W

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In this episode, we’re diving into the three saboteurs—Danger Buoys, Sharks, and Anchors—that hold us back from pursuing our dreams. You’ll learn how to identify these obstacles, challenge limiting beliefs, and take actionable steps to move forward with confidence.

If you’re ready to overcome fear, build a career aligned with your passions, and embrace your true calling, this episode is for you!

What You’ll Discover in This Episode:

• How to recognize self-doubt and fear as Danger Buoys that keep you stuck.
• The Sharks: naysayers and doubters who can sabotage your dreams.
• Anchors: outdated beliefs and societal norms that no longer serve you.
• Practical strategies to overcome these saboteurs and pursue your goals.

Why This Works:

Understanding and addressing these saboteurs empowers you to take control of your mindset, rewrite your narrative, and focus on your strengths to achieve a life of purpose and passion.

What’s Next?

Catch up on the 8-Week Discovering Your Calling Challenge Episodes

Magic Mind Special LIMITED Offer: Do you want to test out the powerful ingredients of Magic Mind for yourself? Get Magic Mind at 50% off with the Black Friday offer, available only through my link until December 6th: https://www.magicmind.com/dycbf  

Special Announcements:

1. December Zoom Call: Join me for a live session to review the 8 Waypoints and tackle mindset challenges. Email [email protected] for an invite or the replay.
2. Book Launch Team: Be the first to access my upcoming book and help promote it with your friends. Email me to join!
3. New DYCA Program: Launching in January, this hybrid program combines self-paced lessons with live coaching. I’m looking for 15 ambitious women to join the beta group.

Ready to leave fear and doubt behind? Let’s do this together!

Take our free 12-question quiz to see if it's right for you and get your next action step. https://discoveringyourcalling.com/quiz

Checked all the boxes of success but still feel like something’s missing? My new book, Discovering Your Calling, is a guide for ambitious women ready to stop drifting and build a life of true fulfillment and joy. Your calling is waiting.

✨ Grab your copy today: https://www.amazon.com/Discovering-Your-Calling-Ambitious-Fulfillment/dp/B0F49CH72W

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Matthew 5:14-16 is the inspiration for this podcast.

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In this episode, we’re wrapping up the Discovering Your Calling journey with Waypoint 8: Creating Your Personal Calling Map. This is the ultimate tool to help you align your talents, values, and goals into a clear plan of action.

If you’re ready to break free from burnout, design a fulfilling career, and finally achieve lifestyle freedom, this episode is for you!

What You’ll Discover in This Episode:

• Why chasing impact over income leads to sustainable success.
• How to create your Personal Calling Map to make any goal achievable.
• Actionable steps you can take today to move closer to your dream career.

Key Takeaways:

1. Impact trumps income. When you prioritize making a difference and stay aligned with your values and talents, success becomes sustainable and fulfilling.
2. Your personal calling map makes the journey achievable. Breaking big goals into tiny, actionable steps transforms overwhelming dreams into attainable milestones.
3. Your strengths are your guide. Lean on your natural talents to propel you forward, and adjust them as needed to avoid obstacles.

Why This Works:

Your Personal Calling Map simplifies the process into small, actionable steps, keeping you focused and motivated. Instead of being overwhelmed by a long to-do list, you’ll feel accomplished as you check off each tiny step.

Don’t Forget:

Small daily actions lead to big results. In just one year, you could completely transform your life into one that lights you up!

What’s Next?

Join me next week for Mindset Mastery: Breaking Free from Sharks, Anchors, and Danger Buoys. Learn how to eliminate what’s holding you back so you can confidently move forward.

Special Announcement:

This is the last week to upgrade to the VIP experience! Get two 1:1 coaching sessions with me for just $347 and kick off 2025 with a clear plan and confidence in your strengths.

• A free CliftonStrengths Assessment
• Two personalized 1:1 coaching sessions
• One group coaching session
• Early access to my upcoming book—all for just $347!
  Sign up here.

Take our free 12-question quiz to see if it's right for you and get your next action step. https://discoveringyourcalling.com/quiz

Checked all the boxes of success but still feel like something’s missing? My new book, Discovering Your Calling, is a guide for ambitious women ready to stop drifting and build a life of true fulfillment and joy. Your calling is waiting.

✨ Grab your copy today: https://www.amazon.com/Discovering-Your-Calling-Ambitious-Fulfillment/dp/B0F49CH72W

Support the show

Connect or work with Sheri:
Website - www.sherimiterco.com
Let's be friends on Social Media - @SheriMiter

Apply to work with Sheri- Apply Here

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Matthew 5:14-16 is the inspiration for this podcast.

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In this episode, you’ll discover why traditional goal-setting strategies like SMART goals may have failed you in the past and learn how to set H.A.R.D. goals tailored to your strengths. This strengths-based approach ensures success by aligning goals with your talents and vision.  

"You have what you need to achieve any goal you set for yourself already inside of you."

What You’ll Learn:

• The difference between SMART and H.A.R.D. goals.
• How to use the Strengths Wheel to lean into your talents while recognizing potential pitfalls.
• Why aligning your goals with your heartfelt "why" increases your chances of success.
• Steps to create actionable, meaningful goals that resonate with your mission.

How to use H.A.R.D. Goals Framework:
A concept from Mark Murphy's book Hard Goals : The Secret to Getting from Where You Are to Where You Want to Be 

• Heartfelt: Connect deeply with your “why.”
• Animated: Bring your vision to life through drawings or visualizations.
• Required: Understand what’s at stake if you don’t take action.
• Difficult: Push yourself slightly beyond your comfort zone for growth.

Practical Tools Shared :

• How to use the Strengths Wheel to map out your goals.
• Steps to "dial up" or "dial down" your CliftonStrengths® themes to support your progress.
• Questions to uncover your most heartfelt, aligned goals.

Action Steps to Take: 

• Tune in each week for new podcast episodes.
•  Join the conversation in the Discovering Your Calling 8-Week Challenge Facebook Group for support and feedback. 
• Download the Discover Your Calling Academy Workbook for free and filled with tools, journal prompts and more!    

Special VIP Offer:

Ready to dig even deeper? I'm offering an exclusive VIP Coaching Experience, which includes:

• A free CliftonStrengths Assessment
• Two personalized 1:1 coaching sessions
• One group coaching session
• Early access to my upcoming book—all for just $347!
  

Take our free 12-question quiz to see if it's right for you and get your next action step. https://discoveringyourcalling.com/quiz

Checked all the boxes of success but still feel like something’s missing? My new book, Discovering Your Calling, is a guide for ambitious women ready to stop drifting and build a life of true fulfillment and joy. Your calling is waiting.

✨ Grab your copy today: https://www.amazon.com/Discovering-Your-Calling-Ambitious-Fulfillment/dp/B0F49CH72W

Support the show

Connect or work with Sheri:
Website - www.sherimiterco.com
Let's be friends on Social Media - @SheriMiter

Apply to work with Sheri- Apply Here

Searching for Mary Kay products? Shop Here
To learn more about CliftonStrengths and Gallup - Click Here

Matthew 5:14-16 is the inspiration for this podcast.

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Have you ever thought about how to make both a meaningful impact and a sustainable income through your work? In this sixth waypoint of the Discovering Your Calling 8-Week Challenge, we’re diving deep into validating your career or business idea. This episode provides four key tests to help ensure your next steps align with your natural strengths and can generate income, all while positively impacting others.

Key Quote: "Impact and income don’t have to be at odds. You can create a purpose-driven life that sustains you financially and fulfills you personally."

Key Points/Topics Covered:

• Four Validation Tests: Criteria to evaluate your idea based on alignment with strengths, income potential, market need, and personal excitement.
• Eight Reasons People Spend Money: Insights into why people make purchasing decisions, from health to convenience to personal development.
• The Importance of “Campfire Excitement”: How to know if your passion is strong enough to carry you through challenges.
• Personal Story of Transformation: How talking about CliftonStrengths around a campfire led to a life-changing career shift.
• Action Steps for Validation: Practical ways to start testing your idea through conversations, volunteering, and small, manageable projects to gauge interest and feasibility.

Mindset Moment: As you explore these new possibilities, "Fearful Fred" might show up to discourage you. This episode covers tips to quiet that inner critic and stay on course.

Join the Free 8-Week Challenge:

• Tune in each week for new podcast episodes.
• Join the private Discover Your Calling Facebook Community for support, pop-up trainings, and group coaching. Join here.
• Download the Discover Your Calling Academy Workbook for free. It’s filled with exercises and worksheets to help you with the Skillset and Energy Audit. Get your workbook here.

Special VIP Offer:

Ready to dig even deeper? I'm offering an exclusive VIP Coaching Experience, which includes:

• A free CliftonStrengths Assessment

Take our free 12-question quiz to see if it's right for you and get your next action step. https://discoveringyourcalling.com/quiz

Checked all the boxes of success but still feel like something’s missing? My new book, Discovering Your Calling, is a guide for ambitious women ready to stop drifting and build a life of true fulfillment and joy. Your calling is waiting.

✨ Grab your copy today: https://www.amazon.com/Discovering-Your-Calling-Ambitious-Fulfillment/dp/B0F49CH72W

Support the show

Connect or work with Sheri:
Website - www.sherimiterco.com
Let's be friends on Social Media - @SheriMiter

Apply to work with Sheri- Apply Here

Searching for Mary Kay products? Shop Here
To learn more about CliftonStrengths and Gallup - Click Here

Matthew 5:14-16 is the inspiration for this podcast.

Gallup®, Clifton StrengthsFinder®, StrengthsFinder®, the 34 Clifton StrengthsFinder® theme names are trademarks of Gallup, Inc.