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Massive amounts of people were furloughed during the pandemic, stuck with nothing to do but worry about the future, and no clue as to how they might get back to the career they had….

When COVID hit and Robin was furloughed, she sat wondering if she’d have a job left when the dust settled. She spent her time job searching, only to find “more of the same,” or roles she worried she didn’t qualify for. Robin was skeptical on whether a career coach was what she needed-- she didn’t believe she needed clarity, and she wasn’t even sure what that meant. 

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake and Robin discuss the self-defeating beliefs that keep us motionless when we’re at a low point, gaining the clarity needed to find the way back to our purpose, and how the lessons we learn are passed down through generations after us. Tune in to be inspired by Robin’s journey from an emotional black hole to her dream job.

You’ll Learn  

• Why we allow our search for career fulfillment to be guided by a lot of external factors, rather than our own value, and how to break free from that habit
• How Robin found the courage to begin investing in herself, and the impact the decision has made on her life
• What happens when you learn to recognize and own your special skill sets, and the difference you’ll see in your career path
• And much more!

Favorite Quote

“To get help doesn’t make you weak, it does not make you an outcast, it doesn’t make you wrong. It makes you a person that believes so much in yourself that you get to a point where you know, ‘I can’t do this alone.’ And so, you then say, ‘I’ve got to get some help,’ and you feel okay, inside your whole soul, enough to ask for it or go after it.” 

 - Robin

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that. 

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

“What we hold onto tightly is often what holds us back” - Wendy Pope

Uncovering the right time to make a career change is never easy...life always seems to be in the way - but take some time to ask yourself the right questions and watch the opportunities unfold.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake digs into the question of when the right time will be to make a change, including the signs to look for, the obstacles we believe are standing in our way, and why we have to let go of our career security blankets to move forward. Tune in for a little affirmation and a lot of motivation.

You’ll Learn  

• Why the “I’ll be happy when” excuse we all use isn’t based in reality, and how it holds us back
• What you put at risk in your life when you try to tough it out in an unsustainable career situation
• How starting a journey without a clear understanding of your value just leads you in a circle
• And much more!

Favorite Quote

“You believe today time is a barrier to you. And that one day, if you get enough time, you can do it. I'm here to tell you that you already have the time, you just need to learn how to repurpose it. You need to learn the right skills, tools and habits that you're missing, to enable you to get that better balance, even in the same circumstance.” 

 - Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

It is common to believe transitioning our careers means we’ll have to take a big pay cut, a step back in impact or a leap of faith...but just because some people make that choice, doesn’t mean it is the only one available. There is another choice - a better one, in fact.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake tackles the topic of transitioning your career without taking a big step backwards, including the mental blocks that keep us stuck, the factors that uniquely set her clients up for success and fulfillment, and the power you gain back when you hold your own roadmap in your hands. Listen in to stop worrying needlessly about the next big step and start getting ready to take it.

You’ll Learn  

• What we actually need to be focused on when considering our next career move (hint - it isn't the paycheck)
• How to do the internal work to understand your values, skills and priorities instead of relying on the external job search itself
• Why we so often feel paralyzed with fear and rooted in place when we think about making a big change in our career
• And much more!

Favorite Quote

“We get stuck because we don't know the way and we worry about these unknown risks. Instead, I want you to know that transitioning into your next path can actually be freeing. It can be life-changing. And it actually can elevate your career and your life. But it requires a different approach. You know that old saying, 'You can't get different results doing the same thing'? 100% true.” 

 - Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

Work life balance is always a hot topic...but amidst this pandemic and the shift of working from home, the risk of burnout, depression and an all-out war is building for working moms. COVID is the great accelerator - the cracks in the foundation are now starting to become full-fledged gaps.

So what do you do about it when you feel stuck in Groundhog Day, are overwhelmed with your workload and don’t feel like you are able to separate life from work?  It’s time for a change - and it starts with getting clear on the root cause of the issue and what you really want for your life.

On this episode of the Bridge to Fulfillment podcast, Blake discusses the chronic stress and huge potential for burnout that a lot of working women are experiencing in the days of COVID, taking a deep dive into the shift towards clarity that will help you navigate the chaos, and the massive positive changes you can reap for yourself with the right effort in the right places. Tune in for a boost of insight and energy to push you through these difficult days.

You’ll Learn  

• How to identify the specific factors causing your overwhelm and the never-ending backlog of work
• Why boundaries are the golden key to empowering yourself and the people around you in your career (and why this goes double during the pandemic)
• What the biggest risks that stand in the way of your progress look like and how to clear them away
• And much more!

Favorite Quote

“Your values are your natural way of working. When you can get clear on what's driving the overwhelm and burnout and work on the root causes, then you can begin to see the forest for the trees.” 

 - Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

Making career moves is hard at any point in life - but if you're making a change after 20+ years working, and getting little to no feedback from potential employers who won't hire you, it's all too easy to fill in some blanks…

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake addresses the subject of perceived ageism as you make a necessary career transition and tells the story of Libby, a client who found her ideal role with clarity, an understanding of her own value, and a refusal to settle. Listen in to get a new perspective on the obstacles in your career path, and how to take them on as only you can.

You’ll Learn  

• Why our most unique and valuable skills are often the hardest to articulate
• What you have control over in the job market, what you don't, and how to tell the difference
• How Libby went from having no confidence in her ability to position herself to setting the gold standard for interviews at her new job
• And much more!

Favorite Quote

“This is what happens when you understand your secret sauce transferable skills. This is what happens when you have clarity on what you want, and your highest value in the market and you know how to position and move yourself forward. That's how you get hiring managers interested in you. That's how doors open. And that's how you transition into a role that's not only the right one for you, but where you really maximize your impact and your income.” 

 - Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

Are you clear enough on what you want to be able to transition into a new career?  Maybe this sounds familiar:

"I could have told you that I wanted better work/life balance, to be more present with my family, work that felt challenging, creative & made a difference. I wanted work that allowed me to leverage my passion for developing and helping others."

But if you are defining your next path by general standards like those, they likely won't be enough for you.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake digs into leveraging your skills to successfully transition careers, the insights you need in order to make that life-changing move, and the small-but-impactful perspective shifts that can open up a world of possibilities. Tune in for an encouraging look at what it takes to seize the career you've been working so hard to reach. 

You’ll Learn:

• How our own perceptions of the roles we occupy in life can keep us stuck in the wrong place for too long
• What mistakes driven women often make that slow their progress towards a goal (or just a good career move)
• Why alignment within yourself and with the work is the golden key to a more fulfilling
• And much more!

Favorite Quote

“So many people believe transitioning careers has to be a big leap or that you have to start over, but that really isn't true. The foundation of your future is likely already sitting there. It's just hidden in plain sight, and you can't see it because you cannot see the label from inside the bottle.”   —Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

It was March 14, 2020, the office was closed down due to COVID and Patrice, an HR professional, found herself homeschooling her two kids, stressed out to the max.

She was searching for how to make the best of the situation and what the right path was for herself because she was tired of feeling emotionally detached from her work and sacrificing her family time. It was then that she made a life-changing decision - one that, in just three short months, challenged everything she believed about what was necessary in order to do the work she was passionate about AND make a great income.  

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake and Patrice discuss how Patrice began the process of learning to trust and value herself and what she has to offer, understanding that none of us are alone when we struggle (and how to reach out and find a helping hand), and being okay with the fact that your journey is an amazing work in progress. Tune in for a firsthand look at a life that changed for the better with a few key mindset shifts. 

You’ll Learn  

• Why the COVID quarantine brought about increased introspection, internal struggle and general life reevaluation in a lot of people
• How Blake and Patrice worked together to get a clear picture of a path forward that was based in value recognition, clarity and alignment
• What parameters you need to consider to make sure you’re prioritizing the things you care about (not to mention your own self)
• And much more!

Favorite Quote

“Before, feeling stuck was hard for me. I felt like walls were closing in... So, me feeling like I now have a new lease on life in a way like to be able to own my own destiny is incredible to me, it's life changing. To be able to see myself in a light I just wasn't seeing myself before is the biggest life change for me in the last three months. And I'm really proud of it. Because when COVID hit, I wasn't sure. And all of the stressors many people out there are experiencing right now, many of those stressors were overwhelming. And stopping and getting clear about who I am and what I want gave me the confidence to then go and do it.” 

 -  Patrice

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

If you’ve been around a while, you know the feeling of jumping to take another job, hoping this next move will finally be “it” only to find out 6-12 months later that you are back in the same spot - or worse.

When jumping to another job isn’t the answer, this is what you need to do.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake lays out the recipe for a successful career transition, including a strategy and framework that aligns with you and your skills and values, the necessity of a trustworthy outside viewpoint to help you through, and the peace of mind, time, energy and more that you gain when you decide to invest in yourself. Tune in to settle your anxiety about the next step and take whatever comes your way with confidence.

You’ll Learn  

• Why we may find ourselves trapped in a cycle going from one bad, stressful job to the next
• How to leverage your unique talents and experiences to place yourself in a role that fits you perfectly (even if it’s not another traditional position)
• What you’re unable to recognize about your situation because you’re simply too close to be objective
• And much more!

Favorite Quote

“What I want to share with you is a couple things that maybe you don't know if this is your first time around, right? If you believe that making a move has to be risky, or it has to be a leap, or you have to hope that it's going to be better, I want you to know that is just not true. Transitioning can absolutely be strategic. It can be done responsibly; it can be done with confidence. And it can be based on the right framework” 

 - Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

For many women who are searching for a fresh start, the search starts on the outside. You look for a new job with a new commute, better pay, different people… and then you flounder, until you realize that the work starts with you.

Leslie Quinn found herself waking up each morning dreading her commute & the time spent away from her kids. With traditional retail in decline, she had been thinking for years about starting her own business as a way to give back and make a real difference in the world. But fear of failure and not knowing the right steps to take (or if she could successfully replace her income) were holding her back. Fast forward a few months, and the response to Leslie’s business exceeded her expectations. It was all she could do to keep up with the demand. 

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake and Leslie discuss how Leslie finally came to the point where she was ready to make a radical change, creating space to give back to your community and meaningfully connect (especially now), and the most important improvements Leslie’s new direction has made in her life. Tune in for some encouraging inspiration on innovating during a tough time. 

You’ll Learn  

• Why women often stay stuck at a single point in their career, even though they know in their gut that a shift needs to be made
• How starting small in organic marketing can yield big results with a little patience
• What the right helping hand can do to make your journey easier and more fruitful along the way
• And much more!

Favorite Quote

“If you're even thinking about it, you've got to explore it. You've got to look into it further. And don't wait. Time is precious. Believe that you can do it, know that you're capable of doing it... And, you know, it's just so much more helpful if you have someone to share that and help guide that path for you.” 

 -  Leslie Quinn

Connect with Leslie 

• Elle & Beck

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Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that. 

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

What makes you happy? It seems like such a simple question, but surprisingly few of us could answer honestly and with confidence. The truth is, figuring out that answer takes a lot of work, some dedication and a strong support group.

After having children, Jen O'Hare’s perspective and passion for her work disappeared. She found herself burned out, lacking the spark she once had. All of that changed when she decided to invest in herself & find a path that would allow her to focus on work that fulfilled her and be the mom & wife she wanted to be.  

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Jen and Blake break into how Jen learned to stop prioritizing the "how" in her journey towards alignment, the massive shift in mindset and habits that leads to incredible personal growth, and the heart-centered business Jen has built from her unique passion and new insight. Listen in to get motivated and get the confidence boost we all need every so often. 

You’ll Learn  

• Why Jen decided to push "reset" and start trusting her intuition, not just her research
• What separates spending from investing, and how the difference plays into a career transition
• How a willingness to listen and learn from others saves you time, mistakes and heartache
• And much more!

Favorite Quote

“It's not about, "I want to be there tomorrow." You have to do the work. You have to commit to doing the work and once you commit to doing the work and doing the soul searching, it is so empowering and impactful. I can't even tell you. That, to me, was life-changing.” 

 -  Jen O'Hare

Connect with Jen

• The Perfectly Imperfect Self-Love Project FB group:
• Instagram  
• Jen's new website

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Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that. 

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes