Destination: Dream Job

Replace “What do I want to do with my life?” with “What kind of life do I want to live?” In this weeks episode of Destination: Dream Job, we welcome Tara Patton, the President and Founder of Red Blaze Solutions. Tara shares her unique career journey from an English Literature graduate to an engineer, and now a successful coach. Tara provides valuable insights on improving mental health during job searches, building resilience, and understanding your true desires to create a fulfilling life and career.   Here are her top 3 tips for improving your life while navigating the job search: Journaling for Self-Discovery and Mental Clarity: Utilize tools like habit trackers and morning pages to understand your energy cycles, identify what activities boost your mood, and clarify your desires. Building a Supportive Community: Engage in networking events, connect with friends and family, and seek support from those who understand your experience. Resilience and Positive Mindset: Focus on small wins and create a wins journal to train your brain to recognize positive outcomes and build confidence. Join us for an enlightening discussion that will inspire you to reflect on your life goals and take actionable steps toward a fulfilling career and personal life.   Connect with Tara: Website: https://redblazesolutions.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taralpaton/    Connect with Steph: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/stephgillies

What does it look like to have a sustainable work-life balance as a neurodivergent professionals?     On this week’s episode of the Destination: Dream Job podcast, I had a great conversation with Veronica Yao, a career coach specializing in supporting neurodivergent professionals to build sustainable work lives and break the burnout cycle.   Here are my top 2 takeaways:   > How Burnout effects Neurodivergent professionals   Veronica shares how neurodivergent individuals face higher risk of burnout due to structures that are not designed for their unique needs.   > Asking for Accommodations and Why it Should be Normalized   We talk about the importance of normalizing accommodations and how to reduce the stigma around asking for what you need at work.   This is a great episode if you are looking for ways to avoid burnout and improve your work life!   Connect with Veronica: Social Media: @atypicalcareers Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/LBT97J6FYcnBVfdj/?mibextid=K35XfP   Connect with Steph: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/stephgillies

In this week’s podcast episode, I’m joined by Vera Ilnyckyj, a coach who helps midlife women turn the challenges of divorce and job loss into opportunities for growth.   We talked all things career clarity, confidence building and mental health in challenging seasons of life.   Here are 2 gems Vera shared: > Build your Confidence   Write down and review your accomplishments regularly, no matter how small, to remind yourself of your value.   > Prioritize your Mental Heath   Process your emotions and regulate your nervous system after a major life change to approach your job search with a clear, calm mind.   To listen to the full episode, check out Empower Your Life on Destination: Dream Job.   Connect with Vera: Website: www.createyourbestchapter.ca LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/verailnyckyj   Connect with Steph: Website: https://www.destinationdreamjob.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephgillies/ 

Our mental health is influenced by our career.   Let’s face it, we spend 30% of our life at work!   In this week’s podcast episode, I am joined by Devon Turcotte, a mental health focused career coach where we discuss the connection between mental health and your career.   There are so many considerations when it comes to mental health in the workplace and this discussion is a great place to start.   We talk about: > The difference between mental illness and mental health > Asking for accommodations at work > What it means to be trauma-informed > and more!   Connect with Devon: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/careerified/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/devon-turcotte/   Connect with Steph: Website: https://www.destinationdreamjob.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephgillies/     

3 Steps to jumpstart your job search:   This week’s podcast episode I have Ana Colak Fustin who shared her top 3 tips for your job search.   > Clarity   Take time to reflect on your career goals in order to get intentional about next steps.   > Make a Plan   Develop a diverse job search strategy that is based on your career direction.   > Develop your Resume   Highilght your accomplishments and quantify your impact in order to stand out.   She also talks about:   > The role of recruiters   > Are referrals really important   Connect with Ana: Website: https://www.byrecruiters.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ana-colak-fustin/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/byrecruiters/ With the promo code DREAMJOB, your audience gets a 10% discount on all resume templates on my website.   Connect with Steph: Website: https://www.destinationdreamjob.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephgillies/ 

“You are here because you are not like the others”   That was the advice Tammy received from her manager when she felt out of place at work.   This week on the Destination: Dream Job Podcast, I was joined by Tammy Alvarez.   Tammy uses a Break all the Rules approach to blend C-Suite experience with results-based coaching style that helps you create an impact and love Mondays.   My biggest takeaways:   > Learn about what sets you apart and how to use your uniqueness as a skill.   > When you own who you are you make more of a difference and a bigger impact at work.   > Stop trying to fit into a corporate culture – if it doesn’t fit, it’s time to move.   > What will light me up for 12 hours a day and not tire me out?   > Create an environment where everyone is allowed to be a misfit in their own special way.   I encourage you to listen to the entire episode and hear more amazing tips from Tammy!   -- Connect with Tammy: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tammyalvarez/ Website: https://careerwinnerscircle.com/ Book Discount Code: SG20   Connect with Steph LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/stephgillies Website: www.destinationdreamjob.com

🎙️ Excited to share the latest episode of Destination: Dream Job featuring Karsta Marie! Dive into the journey of living life by design instead of by default, as Karsta shares her empowering insights.   🚀 Top Takeaways: > Tune into yourself: Start with simple yes or no questions to gauge where you feel the answer in your body. > Embrace the chaos: Honor your unique qualities and find harmony in authenticity, even in the workplace. > Nurture the relationship with yourself: Practice self-compassion, set boundaries, and give yourself grace.   🎧 Listen to the full episode for more wisdom and guidance on navigating midlife awakenings and embracing your true self. Don't miss out!  Connect with Karsta Marie on LinkedIn and Instagram, or reach out via email at Karsta@karstamarie.com. Let's empower ourselves to live authentically and design our lives on our terms! ✨ 

Creating a compelling career story helps build your confidence and showcase your superpowers.   On today's podcast episode, I share steps to creating a compelling career story.   > Embrace the journey > Define your uniqueness and what sets you apart. > Identify your core values and passions > Showcase your Accomplishments   Tune in for the full episode!  

When you become a parent, it really changes how you view your career.   In this week's podcast episode, I chat with Career Coach Andrea Barr on Navigating Career Success for Parents.   Here are my top takeaways: > Prioritize your Career Fulfillment When you are fulfilled by your job and have a sense of purpose, you enjoy it more and it helps to relieve the guilt of being away from your kids.   > Navigating Rhythms over Routines Instead of having rigid routines to follow, embracing flexible rhythms helps you adapt better to the daily changes of life.   > Communicate & Advocate Don’t be afraid to communicate your needs and boundaries with employers.   Next Steps: Connect on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/stephgillies Visit my Website: www.destinationdreamjob.com

Embracing your misfit identity can bring a unique perspective and builds your confidence.   What does it mean to Embrace your Misfit Identity? Great Question! > Accepting yourself and understanding your unique qualities > Recognizing your differences are valuable and a source of strength > Celebrating aspects of yourself that make you different from the “norm”   Why would I want to do this? Here are 3 benefits to embracing your misfit identity: Brings innovation and creativity to the team When you bring your unique perspective, you share things that are outside the box. This brings innovation and creativity.   Being your authentic self can help the team grow. You can help make long lasting change in individuals and teams by bringing your unique perspective.   It can help you find the right work culture Being who you are will help you find a work culture you can truly fit into.   Next Steps: Connect on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/stephgillies Visit my Website: www.destinationdreamjob.com