Your Worthy Career

If you listened to last week's episode on signs you need a career change and realized you do or maybe you're between a couple choices right now and aren't sure what to do - this episode is for you.

I'm breaking down how to make a pivot in your career (Friends anyone?! ;)

The steps I share apply to you regardless of the level you're at.

What you'll learn:

• How to know if you need a career pivot
• 4 "how to" steps to make the change you want
• How to overcome obstacles as you make the pivot in your career

Mentioned in this episode:

• Sign up for the free training: Decide Your Next Career Move
• Learn more about Career Path Navigator (applications open July 17th)

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Get the Book: Your Worthy Career: A Science-Backed Method to Build a Meaningful Career in Pharma and Biotech here.

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If you're wondering if it is time for a career change, this episode is for you.

I am sharing 13 reasons that indicate it's time for a change.  If you resonate with 2 or more, it's time to figure out your next step.

I'm sharing why these reasons are important, what they tell you, and what your next step should be.

I'm taking all of the guess work out.

What you'll learn:

• 13 signs it's time for a change in your career
• What to do when you fear making the wrong choice

Mentioned in this episode:
Sign up for "Decide Your Next Career Move" free training July 16th-17th: www.melissamlawrence.com/training

Take the quiz: Am I in the Right Career?
www.melissamlawrence.com/quiz

Work with Melissa 1-1
https://melissamlawrence.com/consult

Work with Melissa in Career Path Navigator (enrollment begins July 17th)
www.melissamlawrence.com/navigator

*Note the guide that was mentioned in this episode is no longer available.

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Get the Book: Your Worthy Career: A Science-Backed Method to Build a Meaningful Career in Pharma and Biotech here.

Work with Me: Learn more and apply to work with me here.

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If you are an existing people manage or about to become one, this episode is for you.

You will learn:

• Lessons learned and common pitfalls when it comes to effective people management.
• 3 specific ways you can be an awesome boss right now, even without management training.

Mentioned in this episode:

Episode 8 - Entry Level to Senior Leader: www.melissamlawrence.com/8

Episode 42 - The Perfect 1-1 Framework: www.melissamlawrence.com/42 

Learn more about Situational Leadership:  https://situational.com/situational-leadership/

Harvard Business School - Business Research for Business Leaders: https://hbswk.hbs.edu/Pages/browse.aspx?HBSTopic=Leadership

Journal of Management: https://journals.sagepub.com/home/jom

Academy of Management Journals: https://aom.org/research/journals/journal 

TED talks: https://www.ted.com/playlists 

Books:

Leadership and Self-Deception by the Arbinger Institute

Leaders Eat Last:  Why Some Teams Pull Together and Others Don’t by Simon Sinek

The Fearless Organization: Creating Psychological Safety in the Workplace for Learning, Innovation and Growth by Amy C. Edmondson

The First-Time Manager by Loren Belker, Jim McCormick and Gary Topchik

Learn more about coaching with Melissa at www.melissamlawrence.com

Are you questioning if you are in the right career? Take the quiz at www.melissamlawrence.com/quiz

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Get the Book: Your Worthy Career: A Science-Backed Method to Build a Meaningful Career in Pharma and Biotech here.

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When you have one foot out the door of your current job because you don't like it, you are interviewing, or you just know it isn't your future, it can be difficult to stay engaged.

In this episode, I'm breaking down 10 ways you can enjoy your job, even when you don't like it.

What you'll learn:

• 10 ways to enjoy your job when you don't like it
• How to maintain engagement when looking for another job
• What to do if you don't enjoy your job

Mentioned in this episode:

• Register for the new training: Decide Your Next Career Move
• Learn more about Career Path Navigator (opening July 17th)
• Email Melissa what you love about the podcast: [email protected]

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Get the Book: Your Worthy Career: A Science-Backed Method to Build a Meaningful Career in Pharma and Biotech here.

Work with Me: Learn more and apply to work with me here.

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In this episode, we are talking about what happens when you give up on your goals versus what happens when you believe what you want is possible.

There are hidden ways your brain can work for you and against you.  You're going to learn how one tweak can take your career to the next level and help you achieve your impossible goals.

What you'll learn:

• How to avoid sabotaging your progress
• The importance of living in possibility
• How to make the shift from feeling defeated to your goals are inevitable

Mentioned in this episode:

• Apply for 1-1 coaching with Melissa.
• Are you in the right career? Take the quiz.

Connect with Melissa:
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Get the Book: Your Worthy Career: A Science-Backed Method to Build a Meaningful Career in Pharma and Biotech here.

Work with Me: Learn more and apply to work with me here.

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When you're feeling stuck in your career, or maybe you've just been in the same role for over a year, you may think getting promoted is the next logical step.
However, in some cases, promotion isn't the answer. It won't solve the root cause of the problem.

What You'll Learn:

• Why getting promoted won't solve your career problems
• How to succeed and achieve your goals in any setting
• 3 steps to help you take your career to the next level
• How to work through any challenge and show up as yourself to get to the next level

Mentioned in this episode:
Work with Melissa

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Get the Book: Your Worthy Career: A Science-Backed Method to Build a Meaningful Career in Pharma and Biotech here.

Work with Me: Learn more and apply to work with me here.

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Coaching is an important skills for all people managers. But conventional training programs can be complicated and if you're not a coach, the conversation can feel unnatural.

In this episode, I'm sharing a simple process you can use in your next 1-1 that is going to increase engagement and make your job easier. No fancy theories or models, just tangible steps and specific questions to ask in your next 1-1.

What you’ll learn:

• The coaching skills all managers should have
• How to help your employees feel valued
• A simple coaching process and questions to use in your next 1-1
• The fail-proof coaching strategy non-coaches

Mentioned in this episode:
Work with Melissa

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Get the Book: Your Worthy Career: A Science-Backed Method to Build a Meaningful Career in Pharma and Biotech here.

Work with Me: Learn more and apply to work with me here.

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Personal brand? Elevator Pitch? Executive Presence?
You might wonder how and if to incorporate these things to get to your next level in your career.  Today we are talking about personal branding, how to know what your personal brand is, and some simple ways you can establish your brand without losing who you are.

What you'll learn:

• How personal brand fits into your career
• A useful exercise you can do right now to know your personal brand
• 3 steps to follow that will align your career with your authentic brand
  
  

Mentioned in this episode:
Episode 02 - Mom Guilt
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Get the Book: Your Worthy Career: A Science-Backed Method to Build a Meaningful Career in Pharma and Biotech here.

Work with Me: Learn more and apply to work with me here.

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Whether your new role is in your same company or you're moving to a new one, you won't want to miss this episode. I'm sharing exactly what to do for your first 90 days in a new role.

Not starting a new role? You can use this strategy in your current role and it is sure to make you even more effective where you are. 

What you'll learn:

• What to consider when starting a new role
• The simple strategy that will ensure you make a positive impact from day 01
• How to maintain balance between work and home life from the beginning
• Tips for being successful that you won’t find anywhere else

Mentioned in this episode:
Starting a New Leadership Role
The Perfect 1-1 Framework
Getting to the Next Level with Jon Mason
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Get the Book: Your Worthy Career: A Science-Backed Method to Build a Meaningful Career in Pharma and Biotech here.

Work with Me: Learn more and apply to work with me here.

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Do you look around and think everyone else seems to be getting ahead faster than you?
Maybe you asked for a raise or promotion and didn't get it?
Or you don't know how to ask?

You just know you want to get to your next level and earn what you deserve.
What you tried isn't working.
Or you just don't know where to start.
Maybe you think it's not possible or you have to wait.

Join me for this sneak peak bonus episode into my new training happening May 20th.
Get Your Next Raise or Promotion: Strategies for Women

Register now at www.melissamlawrence.com/training