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Facing Fears... In November 2023, I lost control of my horse and fell at full speed. I was ok, but definitely shaken. I lost confidence and, in over 25 years of riding, it was the first time I felt fear. In December 2023, after over a decade dedicated to leading Diversity and Inclusion efforts in-house, I left my corporate job without anything else lined up. While it felt empowering at the time, stepping into the unknown was definitely scary! Fast forward to January 2024... I got the chance to jump back on a horse (it turns out his name was Kamar!) This got me thinking about the parallels between facing your fears and navigating the uncertainties of a career transition. Once thing is clear, confidence and taking action are interlinked! More on what's next for me professionally soon, but in the meantime, if you share an interest in training, coaching, facilitation, consulting, or speaking, let's connect! I'm open to exploring collaborations that bring value and positive impact. #EmbraceChange #CareerJourney #NewBeginnings #CollaborationOpportunity #DiversityandInclusion #FacingFears #ProfessionalGrowth #TrustTheJourney

Moving up slow is HARD! Quitting your passion is NOT an option. When people do not recognize your value it can be disappointing. Sometimes it takes adding skills, taking on new projects, or the extreme-changing to a different company. BUT, you will grow. If you are determined, you will succeed. Learn from co-workers you admire, build your confidence and ability to promote yourself (without bragging), and 'slow' is ok. Sometimes my biggest successes has been learning every position before I am put into leadership. It give me understanding and empathy for my team. I thoroughly understand how much work load they are under, how much time it takes to complete tasks, and the culture that they are facing and sometimes struggling with. 🖤 Take the journey and be open to the opportunities and unexpected positions along the way. AND, on a side note. If you need help promoting yourself, finding jobs that fit your skills, building confidence for your next opportunity. Give us a hollar! Encouraging! Building! They are my work love language. There is nothing more exciting than watching someone be who they were 'meant' to be. Don't let YOU, hold yourself back. LA-LouAnn & Associates LouAnn Gladwill #quittingisnotanoption #promoting #jobs #jobsearch #leadership #louannandassoc

This year, make it easy for people to refer you for opportunities. Know that when people recommend or refer you for certain opportunities, their reputations are on the line and when you don't deliver or when you misbehave or perform poorly, it rub off on them. Certain people have had relationships and business connections affected badly because of recommendations made and are no longer quick or even sceptical in referring people. So the task is for you and I to be the kind of person people can boldly and unreservedly recommend for assignments and opportunities. Not everything come from rigorous application, sweat and hustle. A referral, a recommendation can open doors that seem impenetrable. A recommendation can be the answer to the prayers you're making right now. While you pray for such recommendations and referrals, be a person worth recommending. That task is yours to undertake and become. Godspeed. - Augustine. #Your_LSP #leadbetter #dogreater #leadership #character #characterdevelopment #recommendation #referrals #branding #personalbranding

I was stuck in a job I didn't enjoy and putting off the inevitable decision. Change was coming – I could feel that. But I was in denial about what I needed to do. In truth, I was terrified. My dad had taught me well: "Play it safe" "Always have a plan b" "Don't take big risks" Those words were etched into my decision-making, so I was slowly planning (read: dreaming) how to quit my job and start something of my own. Then, the rug was pulled from under my feet. While trying to balance, I had to find my path. There was no time to plan. Everything was a risk. So I started The House Outside to help brands tell stories that inspire action. 18 months into this journey, I'm learning to trust my gut. To listen to the whisper in my head telling me to keep going. And crucially, to be curious and open to the opportunities coming my way. My dad was wrong. Playing it safe limited my ability. Having a plan b limited my creativity. Not taking risks limited my growth. We all have that voice in our head holding us back. What are you resisting? #strategy #growth #brand

While "dream jobs" vary for everyone, they often include working in a fancy office building or for a brand name company, having an important title or corner office. Lauren describes these as the “glitter” parts of a job. However, we get so stuck in the dream job black hole that we might miss or pass up other amazing opportunities. Many of us have our identities and self-worth tied to our job titles, making it hard to let go of the dream or step away from what “should have been” the dream job. We fail to see that jobs are only one aspect of a fulfilling life. So, if the dream job doesn't exist and we should stop pursuing it, then what should we strive for? Lauren McGoodwin’s answer is to pursue a good enough job. What is a good enough job? Click here to learn more 👉 https://lnkd.in/eme2FPwJ #dreamjob #managerdevelopment #leadership #leadershippodcast

This week, I found myself reflecting on Albert Einstein’s words: ‘In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity.’ In our job search journey, it’s easy to feel daunted by the challenges we face. However, this quote reminded me that each challenge also presents a chance to grow, learn, and possibly find unexpected opportunities. I know it sucks, it’s hard, it’s miserable and times you’re feeling helpless- I get it, it’s called (unemployed), but PLEASE hang in there and don’t give up, the right opportunity might be just a click away! Happy Friday! #CareerAdvice #JobSearch #Networking #PersonalDevelopment #ProfessionalGrowth #Motivation #CareerDevelopment #InterviewTips #ResumeTips #JobSeekers #Hiring #Recruiting #CareerChange #IndustryInsights #Leadership #Success #Innovation #WorkplaceCulture #ProfessionalNetworking #SkillDevelopment #Gratitude #InspirationalQuotes #positivemindset #opentowork #dontgiveup #wegotthis #youmatter #hiring

"Why not??" A friend asked me this question a few years ago. It completely changed my life. This was the first time I truly considered the question. I realized that all of my excuses for making the change I wanted were just that - excuses. As a result, my husband and I pursued our lifelong dream of living by the ocean. We sold our home of 15 years, left the area I grew up in, and moved 700 miles away. We are now the proud owners of several palm trees and can go to the beach anytime we want. 🌴 🌊 It's part of my personal definition of fulfillment. We love every day of it. Our only regret is that we didn't do it sooner. "Why not?" is a simple, but life-altering question when taken seriously. How often do you think things like: I could never leave my job... I could never make that change... I could never ask for a promotion... I could never qualify for that role... I could never be a manager... I could never start my own business... If that's you, I have an important question for you: Why not?? (Really, truly.) Your answer to this question could completely change the course of your life...in the best way possible. You've got this 👊 #fulfillment #career #careercoaching #careeradvice #promotion #jobtransition #mindset #growthmindset

Let me share with you the story behind this photo… It was taken yesterday during lunch when we were celebrating an incredible victory. 🎉 Months ago, a highly talented leader was facing one of the most challenging times in his career. After countless unsuccessful attempts, he found himself without results and direction. But, as life often surprises us, an unexpected connection changed everything. During a class, my fitness coach and her client talked about the challenges and aspirations in the job market. And that’s when the magic of networking happened.🪄 I was recommended to help this leader unlock his potential, and together, we worked to turn his challenges into opportunities. Today, he is preparing to assume an important position in his career, surpassing all expectations. This experience reminds me of the power of genuine connections and the impact we can have on each other’s lives. It’s not just about finding a new position or achieving a goal; it’s about transforming lives, unlocking potential, and creating a future of success and fulfillment. ✨ This is a beautiful story I am so grateful to be part of. If you’re also facing challenges or know someone who could benefit from the work of someone you know, recommend them. Connections have the power to transform lives. Have you experienced the power of networking in your career? #networking #leadershipdevelopment #grateful

“It is hard for me to share things that don’t make me look accomplished. I know I’m not alone in this. But there have been days where I felt worthless. “ We read this recently on someone’s post about their job loss. Whilst we genuinely FULLY applaud the openness, the leadership....it made us reflect. The human race has to stop being in a rat race against each other. We don’t have to look accomplished. Please don’t put this on yourselves. You’re not perfect, no one is. Being accomplished doesn’t make you immune to the economy. One, two, three set backs don’t define you. So many people lose their jobs. There’s absolutely no shame in this. Don’t look at what you have lost. Look forward. Look for the positive. Look for the opportunity. Trumpet your flaws, own them. Let them be a beacon. Let’s celebrate our humanness. Let’s stop showing off or trying to beat each other. We could all lose at any moment. But we can all also win. #careeradvice #careercoach

We all know the feeling - you've been eagerly waiting for your package to arrive, only to find out it's been sent to the wrong address. Don't let the same thing happen to your career! You might be the perfect fit for your dream job, but if you're not in the right place at the right time, it doesn't matter. ❓Ever felt this way? Comment 'YES' below 👇 #LeadershipQuotes #LeadershipDevelopment #SuccessMindset