Squiggly Careers

Dive into the art of influence at work! Learn how understanding others' motivations can elevate your career. Practical strategies for aligning personal goals with team interests are unveiled. The importance of listening and curiosity is emphasized, showing how adaptability can make a difference. It's all about building trust and making incremental changes for long-term success!

Discover the power of self-coaching to enhance self-awareness and independence in your career. Learn practical strategies like coaching questions and mind mapping to spur personal insights. Explore the dynamics between thinkers and doers, and learn how to leverage both approaches for problem-solving. Embrace self-coaching techniques to conquer mental barriers and unlock personal growth. With actionable exercises and helpful resources, this discussion guides you toward more meaningful career conversations.

Discover how embracing authenticity can transform your presentations into engaging experiences. Learn effective techniques to master the art of presenting, including the power of feedback and maintaining a positive mindset. Explore actionable tips for choosing the right keywords and adapting your style for different audiences. Get ready to enhance your impact and communicate ideas with confidence!

Delve into the world of problem-solving and discover how to view challenges as exciting puzzles! Embrace a positive mindset to turn obstacles into opportunities for growth. Learn the importance of adaptability and collaboration in overcoming hurdles. The hosts suggest practical strategies like 'minimum viable progress' and recommend 'the decision book' for structured approaches. Equip yourself with skills that reinforce resilience and encourage teamwork in your career journey!

Discover the vital skill of time management and its role in workplace success. Explore productivity techniques that align tasks with your energy levels. Learn how to 'close open loops' to boost focus and clarity. Gain insights from experts on emotional influences in time management. Prioritize what truly matters and master the art of setting boundaries by learning to say no.

Get ready to kickstart your Skill Sprint with insightful rules and tips for career development! Discover how daily email summaries can provide you with actionable insights to enhance your skills. Join the community on LinkedIn to share your progress and connect with fellow learners. Plus, there’s an exciting celebratory event on the horizon to celebrate everyone’s growth! Embrace the journey and sprint towards your career goals!

Delve into the art of resourcefulness at work and uncover strategies to navigate obstacles like time and budget constraints. Learn how a 'worry list' can transform your concerns into actionable plans. Explore the vital connection between resourcefulness and resilience, especially when facing rejection. Discover how embracing resourcefulness can drive innovation and collaboration, while real-life examples illustrate the impact of creativity in the workplace. Get inspired by role models and practical techniques to enhance your work experience.

Explore 6 crucial questions to ask before changing jobs, emphasizing personal goals over external pressures. Learn about move makers and breakers, evaluating expertise for job transitions, and staying open-minded for new opportunities. Reflect on past career decisions and the importance of strategic planning.

Learn how to overcome common career obstacles like dealing with difficult managers, limited opportunities, and personal constraints. Discover strategies for maintaining optimism, identifying pessimism traps, and finding creative solutions to navigate through challenges. Get actionable tips and support from the hosts to help you progress in your career.

Without ambition, we lack direction in our development and the motivation to navigate the knottier moments in our squiggly careers. This week, Helen and Sarah explore what ambition means in a squiggly career and how to use it to support your decisions. They share insights on how their views on ambition have changed and discuss three practical ideas for action to help define, connect, and communicate your own ambitions. More ways to learn about Squiggly Careers: 1. Download Squiggly Careers PodBook: https://bit.ly/squiggly-podbook2024 2. Sign up for PodMail, a weekly summary of the latest squiggly career tools: https://bit.ly/sc-podmail3. Sign up for our monthly Squiggly Career Calendar: https://bit.ly/squigglycalendar_signup4. Read our books ‘The Squiggly Career’ and ‘You Coach You’: https://www.amazingif.com/books/If you have any questions or feedback (which we love!) you can email us at helenandsarah@squigglycareers.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.