In this podcast episode, Kristen MacDonald interviews Lindsey Lee, a senior consultant and coach, about finding fulfillment in your career. Lindsey shares her journey from uncertainty to pursuing a PhD and how she helps others navigate their career transitions. We discuss the power of networking, redefining success, and uncovering your core values. Lindsey emphasizes the importance of aligning your work with your values and finding balance in your personal life. She encourages listeners to take the time to reflect on their core values and explore how they can live a life that serves those values. Lindsey also highlights the privilege and freedom of pursuing a dream job and acknowledges that not everyone has the same opportunities. Nonetheless, she believes everyone can make small changes to bring more fulfillment into their work and personal lives.

Lindsey:

http://coachlindsey.io/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindseymlee/
https://www.lynchlf.com/about/meet-the-experts/lindsey-m-lee-phd/

Kristen MacDonald:

https://www.wakeupfromyourdreamjob.com

https://go.oncehub.com/KristenMacDonald

Other Links:

https://bestself.co/products/core-values-bundle

Happy Thanksgiving! I'm taking it slower this week so I am playing a short section of my conversation with Nubbia Quezada. She shared a story about her husband finding joy in music again and the impact it had on the rest of his life. Fulfillment doesn't have to only come through your work. If you can't change your job, what about your hobbies?

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Nubbia Quezada, a remarkable individual with a story of profound transformation. Nubbia shares her journey from facing the devastating loss of her brother to a life filled with purpose and fulfillment. We delve into the deep healing journey she undertook, rediscovering herself, and ultimately finding purpose and self-love. Nubbia explores the importance of awareness in the pursuit of a fulfilling life and challenges us to ask the profound question, "Do I love myself?" Join us for an inspiring conversation that explores the path from pain to purpose.

Nubbia:

https://nubbiaquezada.com/

https://www.instagram.com/nubbiasworld

Kristen MacDonald:

https://www.wakeupfromyourdreamjob.com

https://go.oncehub.com/KristenMacDonald

Finding your dream job involves tapping into your natural strengths and unleashing your full potential. In this podcast episode, guest Charlotte Blair, a renowned coach and facilitator, shares insights on how to align your career with your strengths and find fulfillment in your work. She emphasizes the power of knowing and leveraging your strengths and offers practical tips for navigating career transitions, such as job crafting. Whether you're looking to reshape your current job or explore new career opportunities, this episode provides tangible challenges and strategies to help you create a thriving and fulfilling career based on Charlotte's new book, Career Unstuck.

Charlotte:

https://www.careerunstuck.com.au/

https://charlotteblair.com.au/

Kristen MacDonald:

https://www.wakeupfromyourdreamjob.com

https://go.oncehub.com/KristenMacDonald

Other Links:

https://leadthroughstrengths.com/listen/

https://www.gallup.com/cliftonstrengths/en/

Discover the key to finding joy and peace in your dream job by focusing on your own desires and aspirations rather than meeting the expectations of others. Join Kristen MacDonald in a part of her interview with Kristen Judd where they discuss the importance of following your heart and embracing a fulfilling career that aligns with your dreams. Learn how to move from overthinking and analysis to a space of intuition and passion in your work. Gain valuable insights on navigating through life with societal and familial expectations and how to break free from the norms to create your own path of success. Embark on a journey of personal growth and decision-making as you embrace adulthood and make choices that align with your true desires. This podcast episode offers tangible advice and challenges to help you find fulfillment in and beyond your job.

Kristen Judd:

https://facebook.com/LearnMoneySecrets

https://linkedin.com/in/kristenjudd

Kristen MacDonald:

https://www.wakeupfromyourdreamjob.com

https://go.oncehub.com/KristenMacDonald

In this podcast episode, Kristen MacDonald and guest Rebecca Hawkins explore the concept of creating human-friendly workplaces and breaking free from the corporate hamster wheel. They discuss the importance of acknowledging employees' humanity, setting healthy boundaries, and creating a sense of safety and belonging in the workplace. Rebecca shares insights on navigating the VUCA (volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous) environment and minimizing stress. She also emphasizes the power of bravery and standing up for oneself, while leaders are encouraged to lead with humility, authenticity, and deep listening. The goal is to shift the workplace narrative from fear to possibility, creating more fulfilling and human-focused work environments for employees.

Rebecca:

https://www.regenerativeworkplaces.com/

[email protected]

Kristen:

www.wakeupfromyourdreamjob.com

[email protected]

https://go.oncehub.com/KristenMacDonald

Join organizational health expert Rebecca Hawkins in a two-part episode that challenges conventional thinking about work. In the first half, Rebecca shares her story and introduces a new approach to work, focusing on creating dream workplaces. With decades of experience and various certifications, Rebecca offers expertise on organizational well-being and crafting solutions for more human-friendly workplaces. Learn how breaking free from the corporate hamster wheel and prioritizing employee well-being can lead to thriving businesses and a better world. Hear about the impact of being seen as a human at work and the importance of safety, purpose, and connection for employees.

Rebecca:

https://www.regenerativeworkplaces.com/

[email protected]

Kristen:

www.wakeupfromyourdreamjob.com

[email protected]

https://go.oncehub.com/KristenMacDonald

Living your truth is the essence of a dream job. In this episode, Melissa Gaskin shares her journey from being a classroom teacher to becoming a wellness coach and finding fulfillment. She discusses the pivotal moment when her son was born, causing her to reevaluate her work and prioritize her own well-being. Melissa emphasizes the importance of self-care and personal reflection in fueling joy and finding purpose in work and life. She offers practical tips and practices for listeners to slow down, get quiet, and listen to their intuition. Melissa also highlights the significance of modeling these behaviors for children and raising them to prioritize their own needs and desires. Whether you're starting a new career or seeking more fulfillment in your current job, this episode will inspire you to live your truth and uncover your dream job.

Melissa Gaskin:

https://www.instagram.com/melissagaskin.pursuezen

https://www.facebook.com/melissagaskin.pursuezen

https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissagaskin

https://www.youtube.com/@MelissaGaskin

Website: https://www.melissagaskin.com/

Kristen MacDonald:

www.wakeupfromyourdreamjob.com

[email protected]

https://go.oncehub.com/KristenMacDonald

My guest, Eileen Suarez, shares her remarkable career journey, emphasizing the importance of finding passion and purpose in one's work. Her career trajectory is a testament to the idea that a dream job can evolve over time as you explore new opportunities. From her early days in the insurance industry to her current role in learning and development, Eileen's diverse path highlights the value of networking and maintaining a growth mindset.
Eileen offers valuable advice for those seeking their dream jobs, emphasizing the importance of self-reflection, exploration, and networking. She encourages individuals to take risks and pursue opportunities that resonate with their strengths, passions, and values.

Eillen's links:

https://eileensuarezcoachsulting.com/

Kristen's links:

[email protected]

wakeupfromyourdreamjob.com

https://go.oncehub.com/kristenexploration

In part 2 of the conversation, Kristen and Dawn stress that a dream job transcends financial stability, emphasizing the need for alignment with one's passions, heart, and soul while also stimulating the mind. Through personal anecdotes, they illustrate how, even within demanding roles, one can find elements of their dream job by staying true to themselves.

Dawn challenges listeners to experience the transformative power of small steps, like taking courses and connecting with like-minded individuals, to pursue one's dreams.  The episode encourages listeners to step out of their comfort zones, take purposeful actions, and explore what truly brings them joy and purpose. 

https://www.instagram.com/lovedawnbarbara/

https://www.youtube.com/@lovedawnbarbara

http://www.dawnbarbara.com/

[email protected]

wakeupfromyourdreamjob.com

https://go.oncehub.com/kristenexploration