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The Career Change Maker Podcast

113 Episodes

15 minutes | 6 days ago
#114 - Redundancy or Being Laid Off Doesn't Equal Failure
In today's episode, I'm talking about using redundancy to your advantage from a career perspective.Redundancy does not equal failure! If you've been furloughed or if you are in an industry or  organisation where you are considering whether or not redundancy is on the cards, then this live stream is going to be really relevant for you.  The perspective that you have around what it means to be made redundant could be really holding you back from positioning yourself to attract and create opportunities in the future.Here is what you will learn: What you can accomplish in unprecedented timesThere is opportunity in redundancy The power of a positive mindset How to approach your transition planTHIS EPISODE IS BOUGHT TO YOU BY THE CAREER CLARITY ACADEMYThis episode was brought to you by my signature program, the Career Clarity Academy.If you are looking for support with changing career direction, book a suitability call >> www.lightboxcoaching.com/academyWant to connect with others who are on a career change journey too? Join the Career Change Made Simple Facebook community.Other LinksWebsite: LightBox CoachingInstagram: Career Change Maker
29 minutes | 13 days ago
#113: Finding Flexible Work with Katy Fridman
In this episode, I interview an amazing guest who has made confidence and mindset the key drivers behind her career change success.I hope that today’s interview inspires you because Katy started off as a corporate Marketing maven and is now the founder of a Facebook community called Flexible Working People! She recently launched a jobs board, website, and resources to support people who want to work flexibly and find careers that they love on terms that works for them. Katy is a champion of flexible working for the people.What you will learn from this episode:How to identify your struggles and what you want in a careerThe power of uplifting others in a communityDeveloping a plan that works for your current situationHow to be proactive and strategic when finding jobsLinks and ResourcesKaty's Facebook Group  Flexible Working People NewsletterOther podcast episodes that you may also linkThe importance of the hidden job marketThe power of embracing change with Danusia Malina DerbenThe importance of maternal health with Arianna ToboadaTHIS EPISODE IS BOUGHT TO YOU BY THE CAREER CLARITY ACADEMYThis episode was brought to you by my signature program, the Career Clarity Academy.If you are looking for support with changing career direction, book a suitability call >> www.lightboxcoaching.com/academyWant to connect with others who are on a career change journey too? Join the Career Change Made Simple Facebook community.
16 minutes | 19 days ago
#112: Intention vs Action - The Missing Link To Making Your Career Change Happen
There is a big difference between what you intend to do and what you actually do. In today's episode we will be exploring what has really held you back from making the career move you have been wanting to make for some time. What you will learn: The reason you have been feeling stuck for years The difference between those who take action and those who wish they could The most helpful mindset shift you need to adopt when you are fearful about making a move The power of being open to all of the possibilities that are available for you. THIS EPISODE IS BOUGHT TO YOU BY THE CAREER CLARITY ACADEMYThis episode was brought to you by my signature program, the Career Clarity Academy.If you are looking for support with changing career direction, book a suitability call >> www.lightboxcoaching.com/academyWant to connect with others who are on a career change journey too? Join the Career Change Made Simple Facebook community.
16 minutes | a month ago
#111 - The Biggest Reason You Are Reluctant To Make a Career Change Right Now
In this episode,  I talk about the biggest thing that really holds people back from going ahead and pursuing a career change.  I often hear people say that they can't find another role or now is not a good time  to look with what is going on right now with Covid-19.In my experience coaching lots of high achieving women, I have noticed that that people tend to stay stuck where they are and don't move forward because they are scared of making the wrong decision. What you will learn in this episode:How to challenge yourself if it's really not a good time or notWhy you need to focus more time and energy on gathering the correct data so that you can make an informed decision about your next career decisionHow to change your perception of fear when looking for a career changeFind the courage to step out of your comfort zoneTHIS EPISODE IS BOUGHT TO YOU BY THE CAREER CLARITY ACADEMYThis episode was brought to you by my signature program, the Career Clarity Academy.If you are looking for support with changing career direction, book a suitability call >> www.lightboxcoaching.com/academyWant to connect with others who are on a career change journey too? Join the Career Change Made Simple Facebook community.
26 minutes | a month ago
#110 - Making Major Career Changes with Louise Glendon
In today's episode, I interview an amazing guest who has made quite a radical career change.When we think about making a career move, there can be lots of resistance coming up around whether or not you can shift into a new industry and do something that's completely different.  So, I hope that today's interview inspires you because Louise started off in the military and she now runs her own photography business!What you will learn from this episode:How to tap into your transferrable soft skillsAdapting your career in different seasons of lifeHow to identify what sets you apart from competitors when launching a new businessThe importance of finding your niche market for a new business or product.THIS EPISODE IS BOUGHT TO YOU BY THE CAREER CLARITY ACADEMYThis episode was brought to you by my signature program, the Career Clarity Academy.If you are looking for support with changing career direction, book a suitability call >> www.lightboxcoaching.com/academy
14 minutes | 2 months ago
#109 - The Importance of Tapping Into The Hidden Job Market
If you are considering changing roles or are  in a position where you need to find a new role,  it is important to  take consistent action which will help you with your job search, in a way that you may not have anticipated.  In this episode, I share the importance of tapping into the hidden job market and taking a slightly different approach to just jumping in and scrolling on job boards.What you will learn from this episode:Tips on how to use  your own network to position yourself for hidden opportunitiesHow to develop relationships within your networkHow to build  your new network and develop your  'networking map'THIS EPISODE IS BOUGHT TO YOU BY THE CAREER CLARITY ACADEMYThis episode was brought to you by my signature program, the Career Clarity Academy.If you are looking for support with changing career direction, book a suitability call >> www.lightboxcoaching.com/academyWant to connect with others who are on a career change journey too? Join the Career Change Made Simple Facebook community.
14 minutes | 2 months ago
#108 - What Needs To Happen For You To Land An Ideal Role
 A lot of people who are considering a career change are holding themselves back due to their beliefs about what they think  is possible as they don't believe they can find a role that ticks all the boxes. In today's episode I share  what  really needs to happen for you to land your ideal role and the importance of your beliefs in your career transition and  job search.What you will learn:Why you should  stop feeling guilty for wanting to change careerHow to change your perspective to move forwardsThe importance of acknowledging and honouring your new values in your careerHow to transition into a new role and career that you will really enjoyTHIS EPISODE IS BOUGHT TO YOU BY THE CAREER CLARITY ACADEMYThis episode was brought to you by my signature program, the Career Clarity Academy.If you are looking for support with changing career direction, book a suitability call >> www.lightboxcoaching.com/academy
18 minutes | 2 months ago
#107 - Navigating Making A Career Change Without Overwhelm with Julie Billings
In this week's episode,  I pull back the curtain and speak to one of the alumni from the Career Clarity Academy about her experience with navigating her career transition. Julie shares how she went from being unemployed to finding a role and how she felt about getting the right support at the right time, so she could focus her mindset on what she really wanted in her career going forward.It was a fantastic conversation and here is what you will learn from this episode:Why joining a career coaching program with a community of like minded women accelerates your progress. The importance of diving deep into our mindset and core values when embarking on a career change.The power of being intentional and taking action. What is possible when you are willing to commit to the career change process. THIS EPISODE IS BOUGHT TO YOU BY THE CAREER CLARITY ACADEMYThis episode was brought to you by my signature program, the Career Clarity Academy.If you are looking for support with changing career direction, book a suitability call >> www.lightboxcoaching.com/academy
12 minutes | 2 months ago
#106 - Are You Sure You Are Seeking The Right Career Move?
In this episode, I dive into the importance of looking for a role that fully aligns with what you genuinely find interesting and are good at.   I will challenge you to explore whether you are actually looking at the right opportunities so that you can identify how to position yourself in the right marketplace.What you will learn:How to identify the best way to plug gaps that you might have in skills and expertise.Ways to think outside the box for the roles you are looking atGet clarity on why you are frustrated with your current position and identify what you no longer enjoy doingWhy it is important not to settle and stick to your goalsTHIS EPISODE IS BOUGHT TO YOU BY THE CAREER CLARITY ACADEMYThis episode was brought to you by my signature program, the Career Clarity Academy.If you are looking for support with changing career direction, book a suitability call >> www.lightboxcoaching.com/academy
10 minutes | 2 months ago
#105 Why Brainstorming Potential Career Options Isn't Getting You Anywhere
In this episode I  share why jumping in and brainstorming potential career options might not be the best thing that's going to  get you to where you want to  be, or give you the clarity that you need to move forward.What you will learn from this episode:How to understand whether or not a role is the right fit for youChange your mindset to focus less on the external and more on the internal Why you need to slow down to speed upHow to drill down into the core reasons why your current role no longer serves youTHIS EPISODE IS BOUGHT TO YOU BY THE CAREER CLARITY ACADEMYThis episode was brought to you by my signature program, the Career Clarity Academy. If you are looking for support with changing career direction, book a suitability call >> www.lightboxcoaching.com/academy
43 minutes | 3 months ago
#104 - The Power of Embracing Change with Danusia Malina-Derben
In this episode I interview the amazing Danusia Malina-Derbin who is a serial entrepreneur and consultant. She is a dynamic contributor on future C-level trends, cultivating women's leadership and debates about women's careers and family.She is also a mother of 10 (including 6-year-old triplets).What you will learn: How Danusia navigated her career after becoming a teenage motherWhy she left her career as an academic to start her own consultancy business Decisions that Danusia made to enable her to fulfil her potential and raise her children The importance of disregarding the opinions of naysayersHow to turn challenging times into opportunities Links mentioned: School For Mothers WebsiteSchool for Mothers Facebook Group School of Mothers Podcast Danusia's Website 
9 minutes | 3 months ago
#103 Staying In Your Current Role Could be Costing You More Than You Think
In this episode, I am talking about opportunity cost. The decision that you may be making about staying in your current role,  could be costing you more than you think. What you will learn: The average person spends 90,000 at work in their lifetime, so it is important to make that time countWhen you are saying yes to one thing, you are saying no to something elseThe power and importance of doing things differently, so that you can have the career that you really want. Why these uncertain times offer a good opportunity to reconsider your approach to your career goals.THIS EPISODE IS BOUGHT TO YOU BY THE CAREER CLARITY ACADEMYThis episode was brought to you by my signature program, the Career Clarity Academy. If you are looking for support with changing career direction, book a suitability call >> www.lightboxcoaching.com/academy
12 minutes | 3 months ago
#102 - Are You Overlooking Relevant Experience And Missing Out On Opportunities?
In this episode I talk about how to avoid overlooking relevant experience that you might have when applying for a new role, that is different to your current or previous one.  What you will learn from this episodeHow to identify and articulate what your transferrable skills areDig deeper to discover the experience that you have that is relevant for a new roleChange your mindset to focus on skills and experience you do have rather than what you think is missingGet clear on what you need to bring to the interview table.If you are looking for support with changing career direction, book a suitability call >> www.lightboxcoaching.com/academy
21 minutes | 4 months ago
#101 - How To Change Roles Without Taking A Pay Cut
I often have conversations with people who want to make a career change because they are not happy where they are and have been in their existing role a long time.   They stay where they are because they think that to start a new career and 'work their way up' again will mean taking a pay cut. This means they get stuck and don't move forward.In this episode I explain how and why you don't need to take a pay cut to make a career transition.In this episode you will learn: The importance of understanding your valueHow to leverage your experience and understand your transferrable skillsHow to negotiate your salary with confidence and self-beliefEnrolment is now open for The Career Clarity Academy. If you would like support with making sure your next career move is the right one, book a call with me.www.lightboxcoaching.com/academy 
22 minutes | 4 months ago
BONUS EPISODE: The Fast Path To Career Change Success
In this BONUS episode, I wanted to share a resource that can help you to reach your career change goals a lot faster...THE CAREER CLARITY ACADEMY (CCA)Enrolment is now OPEN, so I wanted to share the full details of the newly enhanced program with you.What you will learn: Why I created the program How the program is structured Who the program is for and who it is not for What you could achieve with the guidance, coaching and support offered in this programEnrolment closes on 9 October 2020. So, if you are interested in joining us book a suitability call with me www.lightboxcoaching.com/academy To hear from one of our CCA alumni about her experience in the program, listen to episode 97. 
23 minutes | 4 months ago
#100 - The 5 Significant Career Changes I Made In The Past 8 Years
This is a milestone episode and I am so so excited to have reached episode 100!! I share a lot about career change on this show, so I thought it would be great to pull back the curtain on my experiences with career changes over the past 8 years. I want to share with you the decisions that I made and the lessons that I learned with each of the following transitions: 1.  Qualifying as a corporate lawyer 2. Launching a business (and a portfolio career)3. Leaving my first law firm to join another 4. Moving into an in-house legal counsel role at an international company 5. Working as a legal consultant6. Joining a start-up in the professional development / coaching industry I have developed professionally so much over the past 6 years. I am nowhere close to the type of person I was when we first started this journey. Tune in to hear my biggest takeaways and lessons. Enrolment is now open for The Career Clarity Academy. If you would like support with making sure your next career move is the right one, book a call with me.www.lightboxcoaching.com/academy 
13 minutes | 4 months ago
#99 - The No 1 Thing To Do Before Searching For Your Next Role
As an Executive Career Coach, I often hear how clients would love to make a shift or career change but they have no idea where to start.  They find it really difficult to figure out what it is they want to do but the one thing they do know, is that they are not happy where they currently are.In this episode I delve into what steps you should be taking to get the clarity that you need before you jump out and look for a new role.In this episode you will learn: Why jumping onto the job boards is not a good planHow to get clarity and dig deep into why you are not happy where you areHow to drill down into what it is you don't wantDiscover your core reasons for looking for a new careerTHIS EPISODE IS BOUGHT TO YOU BY THE CAREER CLARITY ACADEMYThis episode was brought to you by my signature program, the Career Clarity Academy. The next round of the program starts in October 2020. If you are looking for support with changing career direction, book a suitability call >> www.lightboxcoaching.com/academy
13 minutes | 5 months ago
#98 - Why Playing The Waiting Game is Holding You Back In Your Career
As we are in certain times, many people who are considering making a career move are feeling inclined to wait...wait to see what happens in the market place before taking any action. But, with the economy down and things changing by the day waiting can mean missing opportunities. In this episode you will learn: Why taking action now is the best way to prepare for uncertain times.What you should be doing to position yourself for opportunities. How quickly things can progress when you are focused and intentional.How to give yourself a competitive edge. THIS EPISODE IS BOUGHT TO YOU BY THE CAREER CLARITY ACADEMYThis episode was brought to you by my signature program, the Career Clarity Academy. The next round of the program starts in October 2020. If you are looking for support with changing career direction, book a suitability call >> www.lightboxcoaching.com/academy
42 minutes | 5 months ago
#97 How This Real Estate Lawyer Went From Voluntary Redundancy To A New Role in 8 Weeks with Lia Machado
Lia Machado is a dual qualified real estate lawyer. She has worked for top law firms / organisations in Brazil and the UK and has served clients globally over the course of her legal career. When the pandemic hit, she was put on furlough and used the time to prepare for her next career move. Her hard work paid off because she landed a new role within a different industry 8 weeks after she decided to take voluntary redundancy. If you have been thinking about making a career move and need some inspiration, this episode is for you. Key Takeaways from Today's EpisodeThe first thing Lia did when she found out she was being furloughed and how that accelerated her transition into a new role The process Lia undertook to get clear on the best next move for her How Lia managed to negotiate a 10% increase on the offer she received by her new employer. Why pushing past your fears is necessary for you to experience the growth and change that you desire THIS EPISODE IS BOUGHT TO YOU BY THE CAREER CLARITY ACADEMYThis episode was brought to you by my signature program, the Career Clarity Academy. If you would like to be our next successful case study, book a suitability call >> www.lightboxcoaching.com/academy and let's explore whether the program would be a good fit for you. 
16 minutes | 5 months ago
#96 Intention vs Action and moving quickly towards your goals.
Setting an intention to make a change in your career is the key first step, but if it is not followed by action that intention will rarely turn into achieved goals. In this episode you will learn: Why setting goals is not enough to make it a reality The real reason you haven't yet made the career move, you have been planning for a long timeWhat you should be focusing on if you have been feeling stuckThe missing link between where you are now and where you want to beTHIS EPISODE IS BOUGHT TO YOU BY THE CAREER CLARITY ACADEMYThis episode was brought to you by my signature program, the Career Clarity Academy. If you are looking for support with changing career direction, book a suitability call >> www.lightboxcoaching.com/academyIf you’ve been thinking about making a career change and landing a dream role, and you are looking for clear guidance on what you need to do to get started, join the 5 Day Career Change Maker Challenge by listening to 89 - 93 of this podcast - https://www.buzzsprout.com/895381/4805882  I’ll make sure you know everything you need to start taking action towards landing an ideal role (despite being in the midst of a global pandemic).
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