007. How to Give Yourself Permission to Pivot

05/13/24 • 44 min

Ever seek permission to make a change but are afraid? Know that you’re in a job, career, situation, or relationship past its expiration date but are having a difficult time walking away? You’ll enjoy today’s episode as I share six reasons why I had difficulty making a career pivot: attachment to identity, the sunken cost fallacy, societal 'shoulds', age concerns, lack of perceived possibilities, and fear of failure. If you’re looking for inspiration to take the first action, this message is for you. Clarity and fulfillment come to those who are brave enough to seek it out. It’s never too late to make a career pivot and if you think it is, you gotta listen now:00:00 Welcome to Cultivate Your Joyful Life00:49 Life Update: The House Hunting Journey02:41 Finding the Perfect Home: A Story of Patience and Clarity09:52 The Career Clarity Workshop: Finding Your Path11:39 Permission to Pivot: Embracing Change for a Joyful Life23:08 Discovering Authenticity and Purpose in Your Career23:59 The Power of Desire Over Duty in Career Choices24:56 Navigating Career Pivots with Subtle Changes25:56 Age Is Just a Number: Overcoming Age Barriers in Career Pivots28:42 Breaking Industry Barriers: From Financial to Entertainment32:04 Embracing a Growth Mindset for Career Success37:22 Building Confidence Through Action and Feedback39:39 Sharing Your Vision with the Right People41:19 Closing Thoughts and Resources for Career PivotsLISTEN TO THESE EPISODES NEXT
Ep. 001. Introduction and Wheel of Life
Ep. 003: How to Find Your Life Purpose w/ Rachel East
Ep. 006: Believing in Yourself When Life Gets Tough w/ Suraiyah Ortiz
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006. Believing in Yourself When Life Gets Tough w/ Suraiyah Ortiz

Oh my goodness. Today’s episode reminds you that you can do hard things. Listen in on this raw and vulnerable story by Suraiyah, an unemployed jobseeker of 13 months and how she navigated her job search to land her dream job.You’re going to learn her remarkable lessons and wins around:Her process of getting career clarity and finding a job and claiming it, even when she got rejected online
Turning a no into a not yet and eventually a yes into the hidden job market (snagging a job before it gets posted online)
How she got through the toughest times and found resourcefulness and inner growth
The power of a loose connection and a follow up
How she went from a passive candidate to putting in the new way of job searching steps that led her into a new role, a new industry, and a higher salary than she imaginedSuraiyah’s journey is more than just a job search success story; it's a testimonial of personal growth, self-love, and the discovery that joy can be cultivated by leaning into one's self-trust. By adopting a mindset of resilience, staying true to her authentic self, and employing innovative job search strategies, she navigated her way to a fulfilling career that aligns with her values and skills.00:00 The Journey of Overcoming Job Rejection
01:10 Welcome to Cultivate Your Joyful Life02:00 Introducing Today's Inspiring Guest07:00 Soraya's Story: From Rock Bottom to Triumph16:22 Embracing Self-Discovery and Inner Growth36:56 Navigating the Job Search with New Insights46:47 Crafting a Unique Resume: A Personal Journey48:21 Leveraging Chat GPT for Smarter Job Applications51:43 Embracing Transferable Skills and Authenticity53:18 The Power of Persistence in Job Searching58:50 Navigating Rejection and Staying Resilient01:14:21 Achieving Career Clarity and Setting New GoalsMORE ABOUT SURAIYAH ORTIZ
Suraiyah Ortiz, a dynamic 'Edu-tainer,' is on a mission to revolutionize discussions on healthy sexual relationships amongst adults, particularly within BIPOC communities. With her unique blend of stand-up comedy and interactive workshops, she aims to create safe spaces for candid dialogues, while infusing interactions with lightheartedness and humor. Suraiyah wants to bring the 'sexy' back into sex education while championing inclusivity and empowerment.
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Ep. 002: How to Have Fun as an Adult
Ep. 003: How to Find Your Life Purpose w/ Rachel East

Ep. 004: Why I Love Money
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008. I Hate My Job but I can't Quit w/ Megan Myers

If you’ve ever felt like you hate your job, relationship, living situation, or whatever – but you feel stuck, then you’re going to love today’s episode as Happily Hired Formula Coach Megan Myers and I have a deep conversation about what you can do to get unstuck.From practical advice broken down into a step-by-step strategy, we hope you feel empowered to make an energetic shift and commitment to what you want to do.Feeling stuck often is seen when you’ve lost your mojo which is just when you can no longer see the possibilities that reside within you and/or around you. The best part? It’s curable!ABOUT MEGAN MYERS: Megan is a licensed therapist (LCMHC) based in Asheville, NC, with a passion for guiding individuals to clarity, particularly in their careers. With a focus on trauma processing, anxiety reduction, and confidence-building, she helps clients improve their sense of self and relationships. Megan's expertise in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and EMDR supports mindfulness, emotional regulation, and effective trauma processing. Prior to founding Envision Balance Counseling & Consulting, Megan gained experience in both a Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Center and in Corporate Human Resources. TIME STAMPS:
00:00 Unlocking the Path to Emotional Freedom00:25 Welcome to Cultivate Your Joyful Life01:13 Navigating Career Dissatisfaction: Insights and Solutions02:41 Introducing the Happily Hired Formula: Transform Your Career04:57 Exploring Career Clarity and Making Meaningful Changes
06:36 Deep Dive with Megan Myers: Understanding and Overcoming Stuckness
13:13 Embracing Emotional Processing: The First Step to Unstuckness
23:15 Addressing Fear and Limiting Beliefs in Career Transitions
27:08 The Power of Parts Work in Personal Growth
29:51 Exploring Emotional Parts and Moving Forward
31:07 Navigating Job Dissatisfaction and Seeking Change
34:23 Personal Anecdote: House Hunting and Acceptance
37:14 Embracing Acceptance and Making Changes
42:33 The Myth of Perfection in Jobs and Life
44:59 Acceptance and Commitment: Living in Alignment with Values
46:41 The Power of Presentness and Body Awareness
56:00 Confronting Job Search Challenges with Support
01:01:39 Final Thoughts and Workshop AnnouncementLISTEN TO THESE EPISODES NEXT
Ep. 003: How to Find Your Life Purpose w/ Rachel East
Ep. 006: Believing in Yourself When Life Gets Tough w/ Suraiyah Ortiz
Ep. 007: How to give yourself permission to pivot
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Megan Meyer’s Website: https://www.envisionbalancecounseling.com/
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