103. Crafting a Career: From Corporate to Creative Freedom with Mary Fleming

10/09/24 • 29 min

In this episode of the Your Bravo Career Podcast, I’m joined by Mary Fleming, founder of Mary Fleming Design. Mary shares her inspiring journey from working in corporate design and marketing to running her own successful branding consultancy.
We discuss the challenges she faced as she transitioned from a secure job to the uncertainty of self-employment, and how she overcame feelings of isolation by building a strong network of support.
Mary also discusses the importance of aligning your career with your personal values and how that alignment can lead to greater fulfillment and success. Whether you’re considering a mid-career change or looking to refine your current path, Mary’s insights on resourcefulness, branding, and continuous learning offer valuable lessons.

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If you need support with your career:
call me on 07833 593875
email [email protected]
visit www.bravocoaching.co.uk

Thanks for listening!

If you need support with your career:
call me on 07833 593875
email [email protected]
visit www.bravocoaching.co.uk

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102. Mid-Career Change: Overcoming Challenges with Confidence

In this episode I dive into the challenges that come with making a mid-career change and offer practical strategies to overcome them. I discuss how to build confidence by taking action, tackle inertia by breaking down tasks into manageable steps, and find clarity by exploring your "many selves."
I also share a powerful "Fear Setting" exercise inspired by Tim Ferriss, using my own experience of transitioning from public sector civil engineering to career coaching. Whether you’re struggling with self-doubt, fear, or confusion, this episode provides the tools and inspiration you need to move forward with your career change. Tune in and learn how to turn obstacles into opportunities, and keep your journey on track with a clear and motivating 'why' statement.

Thanks for listening!

If you need support with your career:
call me on 07833 593875
email [email protected]
visit www.bravocoaching.co.uk

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104. Setting yourself up for a career change

In Episode 104 of the podcast, I explore how to set yourself up for a successful career change, particularly if you're mid-career. Career transitions can be exciting, but without a clear plan, they can feel overwhelming.

First, treat your career change like a project. Break it into manageable tasks, like updating your LinkedIn profile, finding a mentor, and researching job opportunities. Create a dedicated space for your career change efforts, and keep your “why” statement visible—a concise reminder of your motivation to keep you focused.

Next, build a support team. A Career Change Buddy who’s either on a similar path or has already made a transition can provide guidance and encouragement. Also, involve your partner and family in the process to ensure their support.

Finally, persistence and determination are key. Adopt a Responsibility Mindset to take ownership of your career, a Possibility Mindset to stay open to new opportunities, and a Growth Mindset to embrace challenges as learning experiences.

Thanks for listening!

If you need support with your career:
call me on 07833 593875
email [email protected]
visit www.bravocoaching.co.uk