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Questions? Comments? Episode suggestions? Send us a text message!#083 - Transformational life coach Mareike Schoenig explains how to listen to your own intuition and identify your passions.What you'll learn[1:11] What a transformational coach is.[2:38] The types of people that Mareike works with.[3:14] What Mareike did before becoming a coach.[5:52] Why Mareike left her role in Singapore.[8:00] What “using your intuition” really means.[9:31] What it means to have a “clean” mind and the type of state it puts you in.[11:38] The importance of regular mindfulness training.[13:10] The difference between meditation and mindfulness.[14:03] What to do if you feel stuck in a situation that isn’t making you happy.[15:05] How to shift your mindset and how a coach can help with that.[16:47] The importance of identifying your limiting beliefs and working to change them.[17:48] The four pillars you need to be successful at changing your life.[19:10] How you know when it’s the right time, or wrong time, to do something.[22:05] The importance of balancing your intuition with the analytical side of your brain.[26:41] The ways your childhood dreams can be a good indicator of your passions.[28:53] The book ‘New Species’, a book about a world where people listen to their institutions.[29:45] How to connect with Mareike.For the show notes for this episode, including a full transcript and links to all the resources mentioned, visit:https://changeworklife.com/how-to-find-your-passion-by-following-your-intuition/Re-assessing your career?  Know you need a change but don't really know where to start?  Check out these two exercises to start the journey of working out what career is right for you!Take me to the exercises!Also, make sure to join the Change Work Life Facebook group and check out all the resources mentioned by our guests on the Change Work Life Resources page.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Questions? Comments? Episode suggestions? Send us a text message!#082 - Founder of Abundance Wealth Planning, Joseph Kuo, discusses the link between wealth and life satisfaction and shares his unique take on using financial planning to help uncover your life values.What you'll learn[01:37] Joseph introduces what he does as a financial planner.[03:13] How life coaching and financial planning are linked.[04:24] Joseph talks about the type of client he typically works with.[06:24] Joseph explains what led him to working in his industry.[11:46] Common fears behind changing your career path.[15:46] Why do you feel scared about changing jobs.[20:30] How to dig deeper to discover your goals and understand their importance.[22:11] Planning different scenarios and their effect on your financial situation.[23:15] Looking at your spending and questioning why you’re spending it.[28:44] Understanding your values to help you reduce your resistance to your current situation.[30:50] Taking the first steps to changing your situation.For the show notes for this episode, including a full transcript and links to all the resources mentioned, visit:https://changeworklife.com/what-are-you-earning-for-anyway-the-role-of-money-and-wealth-in-achieving-life-harmony/Re-assessing your career?  Know you need a change but don't really know where to start?  Check out these two exercises to start the journey of working out what career is right for you!Take me to the exercises!Also, make sure to join the Change Work Life Facebook group and check out all the resources mentioned by our guests on the Change Work Life Resources page.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Questions? Comments? Episode suggestions? Send us a text message!#080 - CareerGig co-founder Greg Kihlström gives an insight into what life is like working as a freelancer and the upsides and downsides associated with this ever-growing form of self-employment.What you'll learn[01:12] Greg introduces CareerGig and how it helps freelancers.[03:15] Greg explains how he got into the industry.[06:15] Defining the term ‘freelancer’.[07:08] The similarities and differences between consulting and freelancing.[10:05] Industries which are particularly well suited to freelancing.[13:19] The upsides and downsides to being a freelancer.[14:26] The freedom of freelancing.[15:25] How you can control how much you earn through freelancing.[16:38] How freelancers can dictate their terms.[18:37] Collaborating with other freelancers.[19:46] Understanding your own abilities to be able to reject jobs.[21:25] Networking and making long-lasting relationships. [25:10] Personality traits that translate well to freelancing.[27:45] Positioning yourself as part of a team while freelancing.[29:47] Planning for your transition into freelancing.[30:22] Looking at the impact of financial crises on traditional jobs.For the show notes for this episode, including a full transcript and links to all the resources mentioned, visit:https://changeworklife.com/how-to-start-freelancing-and-what-you-can-expect/Re-assessing your career?  Know you need a change but don't really know where to start?  Check out these two exercises to start the journey of working out what career is right for you!Take me to the exercises!Also, make sure to join the Change Work Life Facebook group and check out all the resources mentioned by our guests on the Change Work Life Resources page.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Questions? Comments? Episode suggestions? Send us a text message!#080 - Leadership coach Christopher R. Jones describes the steps he took to “own” his career and explains what you can do to take control of your own career path.What you'll learn[01:20] Christopher introduces his programme, 7 Disciplines of Authentic Leaders.[02:42] How effective leadership is a key factor in retaining employees.[05:21] Christopher talks about how he became involved in the IT industry.[07:51] Christopher explains his early career.[13:20] Christopher talks about his realisation that he wasn’t in control of his career.[18:37] Questioning if any job can be classed as ‘safe’.[23:12] Adapting opportunities to suit your lifestyle.[25:15] Overcoming obstacles and learning through failure.[26:08] Focusing on networking to grow a business.[27:38] Christopher’s experience with applying for jobs and managing his own business.[30:35] Christopher discusses the expectations versus reality when starting his business.[36:42] The steps you can take to become a more effective leader.For the show notes for this episode, including a full transcript and links to all the resources mentioned, visit:https://changeworklife.com/how-to-take-control-of-your-career/Re-assessing your career?  Know you need a change but don't really know where to start?  Check out these two exercises to start the journey of working out what career is right for you!Take me to the exercises!Also, make sure to join the Change Work Life Facebook group and check out all the resources mentioned by our guests on the Change Work Life Resources page.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Questions? Comments? Episode suggestions? Send us a text message!#079 - Career coach Diana Cregan explains how to plan your return to work after a career break, research different industries if you want to change career and build connections.What you'll learn[02:19] Diana explains how she got involved with coaching.[07:10] Seeing your own worth and value rather than accepting any opportunity.[08:19] Realising that you have a choice as to what you do.[09:23] How parents think about going back to work.[11:20] The main fears people have when they think about going back to work.[13:16] Tackling the fear of abandoning your family.[14:24] How to work through obstacles to understand what you want.[16:30] How your values change over time and how to identify them.[18:01] How personality tests can be great tools for self-awareness.[19:44] When to start assessing your return to work.[22:31] Combining strengths and values with research to plan your return to work.[23:09] How researching industries through informational interviews can help you figure out what you want to do next.[25:24] Why asking for help is a powerful tool.[27:17] How to reach out to people on LinkedIn.[29:40] The process of exploring career options.[31:34] How it’s your right to craft your own future.For the show notes for this episode, including a full transcript and links to all the resources mentioned, visit:https://changeworklife.com/returning-to-work-after-a-career-break/Re-assessing your career?  Know you need a change but don't really know where to start?  Check out these two exercises to start the journey of working out what career is right for you!Take me to the exercises!Also, make sure to join the Change Work Life Facebook group and check out all the resources mentioned by our guests on the Change Work Life Resources page.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Questions? Comments? Episode suggestions? Send us a text message!#078 - Productivity expert Megan Sandwick explains how you can be more productive, identify what you should do next and set yourself up for success.What you'll learn[01:20] Megan explains what a strategic productivity partner is.[02:20] Megan talks through her journey to her current role.[04:13] Megan describes her typical clientele.[05:08] Defining ‘productivity’ by looking at the bigger picture.[08:39] The distinction between “productivity” and “effectiveness”.[09:08] How to reduce the time spent doing repetitive tasks.[10:58] Why you should focus on what you achieved in the week rather than what you didn’t.[12:22] Setting realistic timeframes and organising priorities.[15:09] How to prioritise daily tasks to ensure efficiency.[17:26] Scheduling your time effectively.[18:39] What you can do with extra time if you complete all your tasks.[20:16] How to create a “dashboard” of your tasks.[22:18] How the process can be adapted to suit everyone.[24:24] Reviewing the dashboard to ensure your tasks are up-to-date.[25:18] How project management tools can help you organise and consolidate your tasks.[27:04] How the “kanban board” format can be used for smaller projects and tasks.[29:30] Finding out what works for you through project management tools.[33:00] Opening the day by checking notifications and messages.[34:58] Closing the day by reviewing the day's actions and planning ahead.[36:52] Megan shares her tips to create positive productivity habits.For the show notes for this episode, including a full transcript and links to all the resources mentioned, visit:https://changeworklife.com/how-to-be-more-productive-and-know-what-to-do-next/Re-assessing your career?  Know you need a change but don't really know where to start?  Check out these two exercises to start the journey of working out what career is right for you!Take me to the exercises!Also, make sure to join the Change Work Life Facebook group and check out all the resources mentioned by our guests on the Change Work Life Resources page.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Questions? Comments? Episode suggestions? Send us a text message!#077 - Fempire Coach Samantha Morris explains how to define what makes your perfect day to help you find out what is important to you and what you truly value.What you'll learn[01:57] Samantha introduces her business and talks about running it with her husband.[04:57] Samantha talks about the family dynamics within the business.[06:20] Samantha explains how she became involved in coaching and with Fempire.[08:55] Why digging deeper through coaching can reveal root problems.[10:02] Understanding the relationship between success and happiness.[11:42] How finding your perfect day can help you understand what happiness looks like for you.[12:50] How routine can be a barrier in finding your perfect day.[13:30] Identifying if your passions lie close to home or on a broader scale.[15:17] Questioning your perfect day to help you realise what you truly want.[17:00] Including inevitable and obligatory tasks in your perfect day scenario.[18:26] Looking at the benefits of daily tasks that may seem mundane.[21:12] How to start creating your perfect day.[23:17] How your mindset and your idea of happiness can evolve.[25:18] Revisiting your idea of a perfect day to ensure you’re working towards your current mindset[26:22] Continually looking at your perfect day and amending it as your situation changes.[27:32] How the perfect day exercise can help you understand what you truly value.For the show notes for this episode, including a full transcript and links to all the resources mentioned, visit:https://changeworklife.com/what-does-your-perfect-day-look-like/Re-assessing your career?  Know you need a change but don't really know where to start?  Check out these two exercises to start the journey of working out what career is right for you!Take me to the exercises!Also, make sure to join the Change Work Life Facebook group and check out all the resources mentioned by our guests on the Change Work Life Resources page.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Questions? Comments? Episode suggestions? Send us a text message!#076 - Online marketing expert Liana Ling shares how she made a drastic career change from lawyer to digital marketer and business owner and how she overcame the challenges of having her identity so tied up with her career.What you'll learn[01:41] What a digital marketing agency is and how Power Up Strategy works.[03:19] Why Liana decided to become a lawyer.[05:49] The value Liana puts on education.[07:07] How Liana used her networking skills to find the right field for her.[12:22] How to start effectively networking.[13:47] What Liana learnt from working in loan collection and litigation.[18:17] When Liana decided to change her career.[19:56] What it was like being made redundant.[22:09] The career skills programme Liana went through.[24:38] The benefits of being part of a franchise when starting a business.[26:15] Why Liana didn’t start her own legal practice.[27:20] Why Liana went into marketing and the value of the transferable skills she’d learnt as a lawyer.[29:45] How Liana knew it was the right time to go solo.[33:46] The difference between buying yourself a job and starting a business.[34:32] The importance of joining the right type of communities.[36:05] What Liana’s team looks like and how involved she is with the daily running of the business.[37:45] What Liana’s vision is for the future of her business.[39:02] Liana’s new membership programme she’s getting ready to launch.[41:22] The book that has had the most impact on Liana’s business life.For the show notes for this episode, including a full transcript and links to all the resources mentioned, visit:https://changeworklife.com/changing-your-career-changing-your-identity/Re-assessing your career?  Know you need a change but don't really know where to start?  Check out these two exercises to start the journey of working out what career is right for you!Take me to the exercises!Also, make sure to join the Change Work Life Facebook group and check out all the resources mentioned by our guests on the Change Work Life Resources page.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Questions? Comments? Episode suggestions? Send us a text message!#075 - Professional photographer and PhotoFluent® founder Diane Evans shares her struggles as she started her dream online business, what she learnt from her mistakes and how asking for help was a game-changer for her.What you'll learn[01:10] What PhotoFluent is, how it helps people improve their photography skills and who Diane helps.[03:09] How COVID has affected Diane’s business.[04:46] How Diane got into photography.[05:26] Why Diane worked in the healthcare sector for so long.[09:38] How Diane gained the courage to start her own business.[11:40] How Diane’s husband responded to her idea of a total life overhaul.[12:53] How Diane prepared before moving abroad.[13:50] What inspired Diane to work online and to be location independent.[15:09] Why Diane chose to live in France for a year, and how she managed her costs of living.[16:58] The different online income sources Diane sought whilst living in France.[18:15] How Diane monetised her blog and how much she made from it.[19:05] How sustainable their lifestyle seemed after working online in France for a year.[20:40] What it was like returning to jobs in America and how Diane realised she shouldn’t give up her dream of an online business.[23:50] The first steps Diane took to making her new business profitable.[24:48] How a brainstorming session helped Diane define her business idea.[26:03] How Diane found people to help her with her brainstorming session.[28:35] The ways Diane ran her brainstorming session to keep it productive and focused.[29:13] What the results of the session were and how it helped Diane’s business.[31:30] What the business model of PhotoFluent looks like and the different training options that Diane offers.[32:57] How far advanced Diane’s business was before she quit her ‘regular’ job and focused on it full-time.[35:13] How profitable Diane’s business has become.[37:00] Diane’s long-term plans for the business.[37:47] How meditation has helped Diane stay focused and positive.For the show notes for this episode, including a full transcript and links to all the resources mentioned, visit:https://changeworklife.com/dont-give-up-on-your-dream-career/Re-assessing your career?  Know you need a change but don't really know where to start?  Check out these two exercises to start the journey of working out what career is right for you!Take me to the exercises!Also, make sure to join the Change Work Life Facebook group and check out all the resources mentioned by our guests on the Change Work Life Resources page.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

Questions? Comments? Episode suggestions? Send us a text message!#074 - Motivational speaker, podcast host and self-improvement guru Christina Eanes describes how puzzles and escape rooms helped her transition from FBI violent crime analyst to coach and business owner.What you'll learn[01:02] What an “escaplete” is and how Christina found her love for escape rooms.[02:27] How Christina helps people to live more fulfilled lives.[04:18] How Christina went from Microbiologist to Crime Analyst.[06:02] What a Crime Analyst does.[07:35] How maths helped Christina catch an arsonist.[08:56] How Christina ended up working for the FBI focusing on violent crime.[17:15] The biggest benefits for working for yourself and starting your own business.[17:54] The importance of appreciating each stage of your life.[20:25] How Christina protected herself with a “scalability plan” when she first started her business.[23:59] The importance of reading for inspiration and how best to pick out what works for you and what doesn’t.[26:38] How outsourcing helps free up your time.For the show notes for this episode, including a full transcript and links to all the resources mentioned, visit:https://changeworklife.com/treating-your-career-like-a-puzzle/Re-assessing your career?  Know you need a change but don't really know where to start?  Check out these two exercises to start the journey of working out what career is right for you!Take me to the exercises!Also, make sure to join the Change Work Life Facebook group and check out all the resources mentioned by our guests on the Change Work Life Resources page.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.