The Career Change Maker Podcast I Career Change, Career Advancement & Leadership Development

In this episode:Do you feel stuck in your role? Do you need a change in career? So many people do, but don’t know where to start or what the best next steps to move on are. That is why we are re-sharing this previously recorded episode, which outlines advice from my career change accelerator programme and has led to successful career change stories from my clients.To make a mindful career change you need to be just that, mindful. When we feel stuck the first step so many of us take is to go straight online looking for better career opportunities. But how do we know what will make a better career if we haven’t done the earlier work to identify what we are looking for? Summary:1. Where to start - what you must do before you start searching for new career opportunities.2. Decision making –  how to leverage your strengths and consider your priorities when making your next career change decision.3. Manage your fear – you’ve done your homework, and you know how to change your career. The next step is making sure that fear doesn’t hold you back, using our handy trick you will do just that! Episode Notes:As an award-winning certified executive and career coach, TEDx speaker, podcast host and former lawyer, I have seen way too many female professionals under selling themselves and settling for less in their careers. I am committed to equipping high achieving women with the tools and support to create careers that are both meaningful and impactful.Resources:If you are looking for support with finding career clarity so you can relaunch your career with confidence, join the Career Clarity AcceleratorSupport the showSend us a text

In this episode, I am speaking to Dr. Carol Parker Walsh, an incredible woman with an incredible career journey. Starting as a labour and employment lawyer, Carol then transitioned to organisational and diversity consultancy (before it was really even a thing!), and now uses her experience and passion to run her own business, providing coaching and advise to high-achieving female leaders and consulting for organisations.In this episode, we discuss the importance of aligning our work with our values and how we can identify patterns within our past experiences and use them to create meaningful career paths. Dr. Walsh emphasizes the need to go beyond surface-level factors like titles and degrees and explore your personal motivations and skill sets when considering a career change, as this is the best way to ensure a fulfilling and meaningful career. We also discuss the common fears and resistance that individuals may face, and Carol explains how creating bridges between your current and desired role is an effective (and less stressful!) method for gradual transitions. What you will learn:-        The importance of alignment - If your work is aligned with your personal values, it will lead to a more fulfilling career.-        How to examine the past - Identifying patterns within past experiences can help guide you going forward.-        The bridge strategy – Transition doesn’t start with handing in your notice. Slowly bridge the gap between your current and desired role.Other episodes you may enjoy:Episode 208: How To Move Industry and Earn More Without Traditional ExperienceEpisode 196: Finding Your Passion Through Change With Elena AgaragimovaTHIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE CAREER CLARITY ACCELERATORIf you are looking for support with finding career clarity so you can relaunch your career with confidence, join this program >> https://www.careerchangemakers.com/cca Support the showSend us a text

In this episode I welcome the amazing Zenica Chatman, an executive coach, speaker and trainer, to discuss toxic work environments and how to acknowledge and heal from them. Driven by her own experience of workplace bullying and the emotional and professional impact, Zenica helps others reclaim their power and move to more positive experiences. Sadly, I know that workplace trauma is common, especially for women of colour, so I am really thrilled to have Zenica on to discuss her steps for rebuilding confidence, forming an exit plan, and transitioning away from an unhealthy work environment.We discuss letting go of guilt and responsibility, and the importance of taking time to heal and acknowledge the effects that the mistreatment has had. Zenica also shares advice on identifying and addressing workplace bullying, and the steps one can take to transition away from it.What you will learn:-        Healing from workplace trauma - It is crucial to heal from a toxic work environments before pursuing a new job.-        How to acknowledge what happened - Divorcing oneself from feelings of guilt or responsibility is vital - mistreatment is a result of others' prejudice or issues, not personal shortcomings.-        Support available - There are tools available, like Strengths Finder, to identify and build your strengths in order to cope. Creating boundaries and "never again" statements regarding acceptable treatment in the workplace will help going forward. You can seek support and guidance from peers or a coach when developing an exit plan.LINKS: For more information on Zenica’s work, visit https://www.zenicachatman.com/aboutOther episodes you may enjoy:Episode 204: How to Finally Stop Allowing Imposter Syndrome to Stunt Your Career Growth with Jaz MarfoEpisode 197: Moving Past Negative Work ExperiencesTHIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE CAREER CLARITY ACCELERATORIf you are looking for support with finding career clarity so you can relaunch your career with confidence, join this program >> https://www.careerchangemakers.com/ccaEnjoying the show? Become part of the CCM Podcast Insiders community for exclusive bonus content.Support the showSend us a text

In this episode, I am interviewed by the amazing Jaz Marfo on her podcast, The Limitless Career Podcast, and we discuss how being intentional in your career gives you choices. Jaz is a successful coach, community manager, fellow podcaster and writer, who draws on experience from her wonderfully squiggly career journey to help others. Through Jaz’s private career coaching she helps high achievers carve out their unique career paths, emphasising the importance of strategy, intent and building relationships. Jaz’s parents were both multi-hyphenates (had multiple careers), which has influenced Jaz’s approach to work, and has taught her valuable skills, including networking, articulating impact, and negotiation skills. In this episode, I am honoured to appear on her podcast and we discuss the impact that mentors have had on our career journeys, and the importance of seeking guidance in order to succeed. We also discuss how to avoid being distracted by opportunities that do not align, and aware of emotions that can lead us away from our long term goals.  What you will learn:-        The value of mentors - Mentors can provide valuable insights and advice for navigating a career, and we discuss why seeking guidance is so important.-        The importance of intention - Intention and action are essential for achieving career goals, and help avoid the distraction of opportunities that don’t align.-        Being the CEO of your career - Taking on the role of CEO of your career means having a strategic plan and staying focused on long-term goals.LINKS:Connect with Jaz on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jazmarfo/Visit Jaz's website: https://justjaz.co/Other episodes you may enjoy:Episode 215: How To Avoid Being Overlooked For Great OpportunitiesEpisode 204: How To Finally Stop Allowing Imposter Syndrome To Stunt Your Career Growth With Jaz MarfoTHIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE CAREER CLARITY ACCELERATORIf you are looking for support with finding career clarity so you can relaunch your career with confidence, join this program >> https://www.careerchangemakers.com/cca Support the showSend us a text

In this episode I am sharing the audio from my masterclass: “Make Your Next Career Move Your Best Move”, which outlines my four-step framework for making successful career transitions. The world of work has seen a lot of change recently, which can make the idea of career change even more daunting than before. This episode is here to help relieve some of that fear, and to show you it’s totally possible to switch up your career in the current market. I walk you through my proven four step DATA method – Define, Align, Transition Plan and Attract. I also share some real-life experiences from past clients who have successfully implemented these strategies to pivot themselves into more impactful and senior roles.What you will learn:-        The importance of conducting a career audit - to assess what is not working and identify the best type of career move.-        How to identify and overcome fears and beliefs - that may be holding you back from making a career change.-        Leveraging your existing expertise - how to align it with your desired opportunities and how to identify and bridge gaps between your current and desired career-        Strategies to create and attract opportunities - such as personal branding on LinkedIn and effective networking.If you are interested in learning more and getting access to comprehensive guidance and exercises to help you on your career change journey, the Career Clarity Accelerator is currently available. The CCA is a programme to help you get unstuck and make data driven decisions so you can move forward confidently in your career. For more information on the CCA, visit: https://lightboxcoaching.vipmembervault.com/career-clarity-acceleratorOther episodes you may enjoy:Episode 198: Why You Should Frequently Audit Your Own PerformanceEpisode 190: Embracing the Career Change Journey with Anjuli ObaroTHIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE CAREER CLARITY ACCELERATORIf you are looking for support with finding career clarity so you can relaunch your career with confidence, join this program >> https://www.careerchangemakers.com/cca Support the showSend us a text

In today’s episode, I am joined by the incredible Alexandra Gilbert as we discuss how to thrive in your career with ADHD.After spending her career working in program and leadership development, Alexandra decided to start a consulting and coaching business to help adults (like herself) with learning disabilities and/or ADHD who have been struggling in their careers. Alexandra’s business, Cape-Able Consulting LLC, was created to help her clients navigate their day-to-day workloads so that they feel supported and are able to reach their highest potential.In this episode, we dive into the topic of neurodiversity, specifically ADHD, and how understanding your own brain functions can lead to better alignment with the right environments and roles for personal success.This is such an important conversation, especially as ADHD can manifest in many different ways and often goes undiagnosed, particularly in women. This can result in individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, or other mental health challenges, all of which may stem from masking their ADHD symptoms. As you transition through different life stages or career changes, it's essential for you to acknowledge your unique needs, advocate for yourself, and seek the appropriate support to thrive in your chosen environments.What you will learn:-        How to embrace your superpowers – We discuss the superpowers of those with ADHD, such as problem-solving and connecting the dots in unique ways, which can be leveraged in the workplace or as entrepreneurs. -        The three types of ADHD - Inattentive, hyperactive, and combined, and how these tend to show up differently for individuals, making diagnosis tricky, especially for women. The discussion emphasizes the importance of increased awareness for those struggling to find their place in their career and exploring their own neurodiversity, and how to find the career support you need. -        The concept of "best principles vs. best practices" - Highlighting the importance of individualized approaches in overcoming personal challenges. We share a unique method for identifying one's strengths and weaknesses to help you narrow down the skills that you excel in and how to apply them to your professional lives.LINKS:Cape-Able website: https://www.capeableconsulting.com/ Other episodes you may enjoy:Episode 213: How To Push Past Doubt And Go For What You WantEpisode 204: How To Finally Stop Allowing Imposter Syndrome To Stunt Your Career Growth With Jaz MarfoTHIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE CAREER CLARITY ACCELERATORIf you are looking for support with finding career clarity so you can relaunch your career with confidence, join this program >> https://www.careerchangemakers.com/cca Support the showSend us a text

In today's episode, I am joined by the fabulous Naana Badu and we discuss how to stand out and get noticed at work through your style.Naana changes lives through style! As a Style Coach and Speaker, she coaches high-performing women of colour to elevate their wardrobe to exude confidence, be instantly recognizable, and feel 100% authentic in any room. With 15 years working as a management consultant in the Information Technology (IT) industry, she's navigated corporate spaces and learned firsthand the career-changing power of style, authenticity, and confidence. Through her style and image consulting firm, Badu Basics, Naana has dedicated 15 years to helping women of colour discover and embody their bold, authentic style. In this episode, we discuss why style is an important part of professional presence and career management, and how it can be used as a communication tool, marketing tool, and asset to differentiate oneself.What you will learn:- How to use style in developing your personal brand - Style is a visual representation of your executive presence and can be used strategically to create career change through conversations with peers, potential clients, recruiters, etc. You can use style intentionally to effectively showcase who you are as a person and the type of work you do, as well as to make yourself more visible. - How to stand out from the crowd using your mannerisms and intonation - Career coaching can help with developing these skills in order to make sure you stand out from the crowd and that you're communicating your authenticity and energy. - How to align your outward appearance with who you are - We discuss the importance of being mindful about style and how it can shape perceptions, as well as how it can accelerate the career results you are trying to achieve. In order to be successful in the workplace, it is important to maintain a consistent brand through quality work, appearance, behavior and communication.LINKS:Badu Basics Website - https://www.badubasics.comConversation Starting Style Course  - https://bit.ly/3PmmECSOther episodes you may enjoy:Episode 216: 3 Easy Ways To Build A Personal Brand That Will Grow Your Impact And IncomeEpisode 215: How To Avoid Being Overlooked For Great OpportunitiesTHIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE CAREER CLARITY ACCELERATOR If you are looking for support with finding career clarity so you can relaunch your career with confidence, join this program >> https://www.careerchangemakers.com/ccaSupport the showSend us a text

Today is the final episode in our Visibility Series, and we are exploring how the world of work is changing, and how we can be prepared for these dynamic shifts.With all these changes, such as AI, quiet hiring and intergenerational work teams, it is becoming more important than ever to position oneself intentionally, and focus on visibility and personal branding. There is no doubt that AI will change the professional landscape. The market for skilled professionals may become more saturated as people retrain and upskill from roles that AI now covers. We are also seeing a shift in hiring, where skill set is valued over experience. With skills being more valued, and the market for skilled workers more saturated, it is vital that you understand your unique skill set and profile, and know how to articulate them and incorporate them into your personal brand. What will you learn in this episode: How to stand out in a competitive market: understanding your unique value proposition and strength profile, and making them knownBeing intentional with personal branding: ensuring that your digital footprint and network echo what you are trying to conveyThe importance of being prepared: putting the work in now to understand your skills and develop your branding, means when the right opportunity comes up down the line you are readyOffice dynamics: offices are so intergenerational now, with often four generations working together. Consider the value you can bring by recognising this and working to bridge cultures.Other episodes you may enjoy: Episode 216: 3 Easy Ways to Build a Personal Brand That Will Grow Your Impact and Income Episode 188: The Power of Leveraging Your Strengths with Trudy BatemanTHIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE CAREER CLARITY ACCELERATOR If you are looking for support with finding career clarity so you can relaunch your career with confidence, join this program >> https://www.careerchangemakers.com/ccaSupport the showSend us a text

In today's episode, I am joined by the amazing Chrisa Boyce. She is an executive coach and corporate consultant with a background in marketing and branding. We discuss how to build better relationships at work, and how the relationship building skills Chrisa developed has served her throughout her career. We also explore challenges that come with changing your mind. It is not unusual to land your dream career only for your dreams and goals to change over time. Chrisa shares how she personally embraced this challenge and shares tips on how you can too.What you will learn:Why you need to fall in love with your team: In order to be the best leader you can be, putting your people first is fundamental. Don't jump to assumptions: Don't take anything personally and don't make assumptions. Looking at things objectively sets you up on the right perspective.Understanding different ways of communication: People have different learning styles, and different ways to communicate. Once you accept this, building relationships is so much easier.Links:Visit Chrisa Z Boyce's website: https://chrisazboyce.com/ Other episodes you may enjoy:Episode 220: How Building A Personal Brand Landed Me Game Changing OpportunitiesEpisode 217: How To Become Top Pick For That Role That You Really WantTHIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE CAREER CLARITY ACCELERATOR If you are looking for support with finding career clarity so you can relaunch your career with confidence, join this program >> https://www.careerchangemakers.com/ccaSupport the showSend us a text

[Visibility Series - Part 8] In today's episode, we talk about how you can land interviews or opportunities without making any applications.Most job seekers are impatient and want to find and land roles quickly. They brush over the important work that actually moves the needle and leads to long term career advancement.We cover both internal and external opportunities and I share how one female professional spent time on the right things and ended up attracting more opportunities than she could respond to.What you will learn:  How to identify your career story:  Pay attention to what it is you've done in the past and take the time to pull out the key things and identify the threads of your experience. Spend the time to really dig into your career history and create a coherent story around the journey.   Tailoring your profile to attract new opportunities: Highlight the experience that is most relevant for that type of role. Think about how you're presenting yourself in a way that is aligned with what you're trying to attract. Being specific about opportunities: You want to be thinking about your personal brand and be building that on a consistent basis to attract those opportunities that are aligned to what you're looking for. THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY THE CAREER CLARITY ACCELERATOR. If you are seeking career clarity and want to follow a proven process to find it, check out this program - www.careerchangemakers.com/ccaSend us a text