You've done the work - you know change is coming and you've built your initial plan for how YOU hope to show-up during this time(s) of change.

Now comes the hard part ... actually talking to your manager!

These type of professional development conversations are hard - we don't do them often and just the thought can create feelings of anxiety, fear, and insecurity.  Not anymore!

In today's episode, Engaged Pursuit founder Tom Perry talks about his recommendations to getting yourself (and your manager) ready for this important conversation.  From your mindset to the important logistics (both before and after), Tom has you covered!

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We know what's coming in 2021 - Tons of change!  Can you just feel it??

Often professionals love the concept of change, but have difficulty getting ahead of (and taking advantage of) change.  With change comes new opportunities, new skills, new relationships, new experiences, and possibly a new YOU.  You want to make sure you're right there, talking to the right people (your manager) about how you want to take-advantage of the change we all know is coming.

In this episode, founder Tom Perry highlights the first part of getting ahead of change - building an initial plan for how you want to operate as things change with your job, your life, and your company. Having a point-of-view and some initial ideas is crucial as you (hopefully) talk with your manager about the year ahead.

Already know you are going to deal with some big change in 2021? Or know someone who's going through some challenging change in early 2021? Feel free to sign up for a free 30 min 1:1 conversation with Tom using his scheduling tool - calendly.com/engagedpursuit

Have a topic you'd like Tom to discuss? Send him ideas at [email protected]. 

Special (Sunday) Edition of The Engaged Pursuit Podcast.

In this recording, Engaged Pursuit founder Tom Perry covers two topics: (1) the December 2020 unemployment numbers released on Friday and (2) the impact of the events from 1/6/2021 on himself, his company, and all of you.

Engaged Pursuit was horrified by the events of last week. The overt insurrection and racism demonstrated by the mob created terror and was a direct threat to our democracy. Now more than ever, we must define what is important to us and live true to our values - personally, professionally, and now (more than ever) politically. Engaged Pursuit is committed to helping individuals and organizations not only define this for themselves, but also get clarity on how to demonstrate it to benefit our society.

Engaged Pursuit: Your Story. Your Career.

We've all been waiting for it ... big change in 2021.  From the way we work, to how we talk to customers, to the methods of leading teams, to getting the heck off Zoom (sorry, Zoom...) we know these next 12 months are going to be BIG.

Organizations talk a lot about change (commonly referred to as "change management"), but we'd argue that the everyday employee doesn't really know how to manage lots of change (let alone thrive in it). Often, professionals are flat-footed during times of change and/or miss-out on opportunities for impact because they are not in-front of new ways of doing business.

Until now ...

In this first episode of season two of The Engaged Pursuit Podcast, founder Tom Perry talks about the ways YOU (as the everyday employee) should start thinking about change, and what YOU can do to get ahead of what's coming in 2021.  He was inspired by his own journey for change moving into the new calendar year as well as a Gartner survey recently released on the big HR/Leadership priorities for 2021.

Think you'll be going through lots of change soon? Or know someone who will need a little help? Reach out to Tom: [email protected].

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Well that was quite a year!

In this last podcast of 2020, Engaged Pursuit founder Tom Perry reviews his top "ah-ha" moments of the year, his big predictions for 2021 (yes, they are all positive!!), and favorite books, podcasts, movies, etc. 

Things are looking-up as we move into next year (fingers crossed) and we're grateful you're a part of this community. Know someone who could use a little career-love heading into 2021? Have an idea/topic you'd like Tom to cover in future podcasts? Reach-out directly to Tom - [email protected].

Engaged Pursuit is everywhere! Find us on Twitter and Linked-In (@engagedpursuit). 

Have a solid rest of your year, and see ya in 2021!

In this final of our three-part series on your upcoming Performance Review, Engaged Pursuit founder Tom Perry highlights his recommendations for having a meaningful and confident Performance Review with your Manager.

These conversations are hard. You've done the prep (foundational) work, you have a document that highlights both the "what" and the "how" ... now, it's time to actually have the discussion with your Manager (gulp). And probably over Zoom (double gulp).

Performance Reviews are a discussion and are more forward looking than you might think. You also might get asked for Manager feedback and what you're looking for next in your Career.  Don't worry - we've got you covered in this latest episode of the Engaged Pursuit podcast.

Tune in next week (last week of 2020), where Tom will record his learnings from 2020 and talks about his predictions for 2021. He'll also include his favorite books, articles, podcasts, and music from the last 12 months.

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Whether you use a corporate template or not, articulating your yearly Performance Review in the written form can be really challenging. Where do you even start and what type of information should you include? We are glad you asked!

Telling your Story in your Performance Review is crucial (and really difficult).  You will use this to talk about yourself in your Performance Review (more on this next week) and your Manager will (most likely) use this in their decision(s) around how you delivered results in 2020.

Whether you've completed your Performance Review a thousand times or are just starting out - these best practices will ensure you are documenting your year as clearly and confidently as possible.  Yes, that's possible - even in 2020!

Next week, Tom will finish this Performance Review series and discuss tips & tricks around the actual Performance Review conversation (gulp)! How to articulate your results and answer questions that might come-up around Career or Feedback for your Manager.

Have someone in your life who could use the gift of Engaged Pursuit? Hourly 1:1 gifts are available, so email Tom ([email protected]) if you are interested in learning more. 2021 is going to be BIG, so start off the year with a solid foundation to an Engaged Pursuit!

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The end of the calendar year is almost here!  What does that mean for you? No, not more episodes of "The Bachelorette" or "The Crown" (although those are lovely)...

It's the start of Performance Review season (for many of you)!

In this first of a series of episodes, Engaged Pursuit Tom Perry talks about the foundational elements of this very important time-of-year.  He highlights some of the basics around this process (it's mostly art and limited science), the logistics around this time (know your important dates!), and conversations that will probably also come-up as you discuss your performance (did somebody say "Manager Feedback??").

In the next couple weeks, Tom will also talk about the specific elements of the "Performance Review Kit" (what you need to prepare as you get ready for your Performance Review), how to think about the actual Performance Review conversation, and what to do AFTER you're done with the discussion.

Have additional feedback or have a question? Reach out to Tom directly - [email protected]

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It's Friday, December 4th 2020, and the November unemployment numbers were released this morning. The theme for November (and the previous several months): Slow Growth. 

Our founder, Tom Perry, highlights the big headlines coming out of these numbers, what he's keeping an eye on, and how he's optimistic about early 2021 - especially moving into February.

In addition, Tom shares some of his favorite books, shows, movies and attitudes that are keeping him sane(ish) as we get ready to say bye-bye to 2020 (can't come soon enough!).

Have a topic you'd like Tom to discuss? Send him an email - [email protected]

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I know what you're thinking - "Tom, where have you been???" Well, the Engaged Pursuit Podcast is back!  

The time-off has inspired founder Tom Perry to talk about an important topic, especially as we head into December: Being more selfish.  But not selfish in a negative way; rather, selfish with your time and selfish taking more (little breaks).

Taking time-off can be hard - especially in 2020.  But the value of taking a couple hours or a couple days is tremendous! Listen to Tom's Top 5 reasons why being selfish with your time (and taking breaks) is more important now than ever.

Have a topic you'd like to hear Tom discuss in a future podcast? Email him at [email protected]

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