Joy At Work – Détails, épisodes et analyse

Assess how feeling career stuck is impacting you across ten areas of life - in 30mins. Then, decide what you want to do about it.

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When we want to do great work, we have to aim beyond our comfort zones.  That often sadly means knockbacks, negative feedback, or just facing the uncomfortable word. No.

How strong your mental fitness is could mean the difference between negative feedback knocking you out for days (weeks or months) and being able to see (and act upon) the opportunities that this feedback is presenting us with.

I’m chatting with Caroline Kay, who will share a technique she calls “The Three Gifts” to help you master your own mindset. 

She has also offered her Ambitious Lader’s Energy Impact Matrix as a tool to help you learn more about yourself and help you find the work that energizes and lights you up! 

Let’s dive in!

If you enjoyed this, you might also enjoy my Life Satisfaction Assessment. It's a 30-minute program where I guide you through a deep dive into 10 areas of your life to assess what's bringing you joy and what's bringing you down. I call it Derailed and it's a fabulous place to begin a joy-at-work redesign. Learn more here.

Get Caroline's free gift: The Ambitious Leader’s Energy Impact Matrix

Assess how feeling career stuck is impacting you across ten areas of life - in 30mins. Then, decide what you want to do about it.

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If you're spending valuable hours scrolling job boards or hitting the apply button on cold LinkedIn applications, it's time to rethink your job-seeking approach. 

Why? 

Because 75% of senior positions are filled through personal connections, not public posts.  We could argue about that exact percentage, but the truth is clear, the majority of senior roles are secured before anyone ever thinks about posting a job advertisement.

So, if you find yourself spending a lot of time looking at job adverts,  what that suggests is that your personal network isn't strong enough to fill the remainder of your career with work that brings you joy.  

That might be a little bit harsh, but if this is the landscape, what can you do about it this week?   

[00:30] Rethinking Cold Job Applications

[01:39] The Joy At Work Experiment - Plant 10 Seeds

[01:57] Build Your Work Network

[03:10] Expanding Beyond Work Connections

[04:34] Nurturing Genuine Connections

Next Steps:

If you enjoyed this, you might also enjoy my Life Satisfaction Assessment. It's a 30-minute program where I guide you through a deep dive into 10 areas of your life to assess what's bringing you joy and what's bringing you down. I call it Derailed and it's a fabulous place to begin a joy-at-work redesign.

Join Richard Hagen, MD of Mpowr Publishing, as he shares 30 years of wisdom to guide aspiring authors in writing their first book. In this episode, Richard explains the three main types of non-fiction books authors can write: books that tell personal stories, books that make sense of one's knowledge, and books designed to transform readers' lives. Hagen provides practical tips for each type, helping mid-career professionals decide which path to take to make their writing journey joyous and impactful. Whether you aim to share personal experiences, consolidate your expertise, or revolutionize your readers' lives, this episode offers invaluable insights and actionable advice to ensure your book resonates and leaves a lasting legacy.

[00:40] Evaluating Your Desire to Write

[02:37] Understanding the Types of Books

[04:49] Practical Tips for Writing Your Book

[06:50] Crafting a Book for Your Readers

[07:46] Final Thoughts and Encouragement

Speaker Links:

Connect with Richard on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rahagen/

Mpowr Publishing 

https://mpowrpublishing.com/wp/immersive-publishing/

Next Steps:

If you enjoyed this, you might also enjoy my Life Satisfaction Assessment. It's a 30-minute program where I guide you through a deep dive into 10 areas of your life to assess what's bringing you joy and what's bringing you down. I call it Derailed and it's a fabulous place to begin a joy-at-work redesign.

https://www.midlifeunstuck.com/derailed

In this episode, I challenge the perception that LinkedIn is just a boring platform for job hunting. Instead, Lousie Brogan reveals how it can be a powerful tool for mid-career professionals to connect with like-minded individuals worldwide, share experiences, and gain valuable insights. Louise explains how to revamp your LinkedIn feed and profile. 

[01:30] Do you think LinkedIn is somewhere to go to apply for jobs? Do you find it a little.boring? Let me convince you otherwise.

[04:03] What are the missed opportunities on LinkedIn?

[07:42] What are some practical ideas on what you can do to get started being more interesting and interested on LinkedIn? 

Speaker Links:

Louise's LinkedIn Daily Activity Checklist - https://louisebrogan.com/download

Next Steps:

If you enjoyed this, you might also enjoy my Life Satisfaction Assessment. It's a 30-minute program where I guide you through a deep dive into 10 areas of your life to assess what's bringing you joy and what's bringing you down. I call it Derailed and it's a fabulous place to begin a joy-at-work redesign.

https://www.midlifeunstuck.com/derailed

In this episode, we explore how mid-career professionals can inject creativity into their lives by starting a podcast. With insights from Sarah Scott, we discuss the benefits of podcasting, common mistakes to avoid, and practical steps to get started. Sarah shares beginner-friendly resources and tools, emphasizing the ease and adaptability of podcasting as a joyful and creative outlet.

[01:10] What kind of individuals do you see starting a podcast?

[01:56] What are some of the most common mistakes that new podcasters make?

[03:14] What are some practical steps on how they can start their podcast?

[06:35] Once you are ready to launch a podcast and you need to think about some tech, what next?

Speaker Links:

To learn more about podcasting connect with Sarah on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sscott1022/

Podcast Resources:

Alitu Show Planner - https://planner.alitu.com/

Podcast Software (all-in-one podcast tool from recording to editing to hosting): Alitu - https://alitu.com/

Graphic Design Tool - Canva: https://www.canva.com/

Email Marketing Tools (with free plans to get started): 

Mailerlite - https://www.mailerlite.com/

MailChimp - https://mailchimp.com/ 

ConvertKit- https://convertkit.com/

Next Steps:

If you enjoyed this, you might also enjoy my Life Satisfaction Assessment. It's a 30-minute program where I guide you through a deep dive into 10 areas of your life to assess what's bringing you joy and what's bringing you down. I call it Derailed and it's a fabulous place to begin a joy-at-work redesign.

https://www.midlifeunstuck.com/derailed

In this episode, I welcome Ges Ray, an inspiring public speaking trainer, who shares a practical technique to improve your work presentations, sales conversations, and pitches—deep breathing. Ges passionately walks us through the importance of breathing in alleviating stress, boosting confidence, and enhancing audience perception. Discover how to transform from chaos to calm with simple breathing exercises that can be practiced anywhere, even moments before you speak. Ges also touches on the broader implications of controlled breathing, including its impact on voice depth and resonance. Join us to learn a valuable skill to bring joy to your professional life.

01:01 The Dread of Public Speaking

02:35 Understanding the Importance of Breathing

05:35 Practical Deep Breathing Exercise

08:36 Applying Deep Breathing in Real Situations

Speaker Links:

Connect with Ges Ray on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gesray/

Ges Ray - Learn more about his speak performance training : 

https://speakperformance.online/

Links:

If you enjoyed this, you might also enjoy my Life Satisfaction Assessment. It's a 30-minute program where I guide you through a deep dive into 10 areas of your life to assess what's bringing you joy and what's bringing you down. I call it Derailed and it's a fabulous place to begin a joy-at-work redesign.

https://www.midlifeunstuck.com/derailed

In this episode, we talk to Dustin, a distinguished wealth manager, about helping successful mid-career professionals move beyond the 'save save' mentality to a more balanced approach to life and financial planning. 

Dustin emphasizes the importance of reassessing outdated financial mindsets and adopting a flexible approach to future planning. He discusses practical strategies like the spending accelerator and goal alignment while highlighting the significance of developing a diverse portfolio of memories. 

Tune in to learn about the keys to building confidence through financial clarity, managing risks, and enhancing overall life satisfaction.

[00:25] How do you respond to people who say "I'm worried I don't have enough to retire or a flexible life?

[01:34] Have your beliefs about money evolved as you have grown?

[03:40] Do you first need to decide what your future will look like?

[05:33] A method for evaluating your spending

[08:13] What difference do you see when they do this earlier in their career or life versus later? 

[09:08] What can we do that will start us on this amazing journey of redesigning our flexible life in the future? 

Speaker Links:

Website: https://www.servisswealth.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/servisswealth/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/serviss-wealth-management/

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-picture-of-wealth/id1556305294

Links:

If you enjoyed this, you might also enjoy my Life Satisfaction Assessment. It's a 30-minute program where I guide you through a deep dive into 10 areas of your life to assess what's bringing you joy and what's bringing you down. I call it Derailed and it's a fabulous place to begin a joy-at-work redesign.

https://www.midlifeunstuck.com/derailed

In this session, Vicki Knights, an engaging speaker and qualified positive psychology practitioner, discusses the importance of being visible as a mid-career professional. Vicki explains how hiding behind a company mask can limit your joy and potential at work. 

She presents four surprising ways that building your personal brand and getting visible can improve your well-being and career prospects. Vicki covers the benefits of forging genuine connections, boosting confidence through authenticity, creating exciting opportunities, and empowering yourself and others. 

Tune in to learn how showing up can lead to a more fulfilling professional life.

[01:06] The Importance of Visibility

[02:11] Four Surprising Benefits of Getting Visible

[02:17] Building Genuine Connections

[05:09] Boosting Confidence Through Authenticity

[07:48] Creating Exciting Opportunities

[08:37] Empowering Yourself and Others

Speaker Links:

Grab Vicki's free 12-page visibility guide at https://vickiknights.co.uk/

Podcast: Showing Up with Vicki Knights: https://vickiknights.co.uk/showingup

Links:

If you enjoyed this, you might also enjoy my Life Satisfaction Assessment. It's a 30-minute program where I guide you through a deep dive into 10 areas of your life to assess what's bringing you joy and what's bringing you down. I call it Derailed and it's a fabulous place to begin a joy-at-work redesign.

https://www.midlifeunstuck.com/derailed

In this episode, I discuss the often unnoticed progression of burnout, which can creep into your career without warning. Drawing on eight years of experience helping design less stressful, more joyful work environments, I explain how loved ones often spot burnout symptoms before the individual does. I outline the 12 recognized stages of burnout, from the initial drive to prove oneself to the ultimate physical and mental shutdown. By understanding these stages, you can take early action to prevent burnout from severely impacting your life. This episode is particularly relevant for mid-career professionals who often fall into the pattern of endless busyness and neglect of personal well-being.

Speaker Links:

More on unrecognised stress that can lead to burnout 

Dig a little deeper:

If you enjoyed this, you might also enjoy my Life Satisfaction Assessment. It's a 30-minute program where I guide you through a deep dive into 10 areas of your life to assess what's bringing you joy and what's bringing you down. I call it Derailed and it's a fabulous place to begin a joy-at-work redesign.

https://www.midlifeunstuck.com/derailed

In this episode, I speak with Dana Chapman, a nutritional therapist, about practical ways to fuel our bodies and minds for success and joy at work. Dana shares insights on the importance of nutritious food, movement, and sleep, emphasizing the role of protein in maintaining energy and motivation. We discuss the signs of inadequate nutrition and practical steps to start making sustainable changes in our diet. Dana also shares her personal journey to professional joy and offers advice for mid-career professionals looking to enhance their well-being and performance through better nutrition.

Speaker Links:

Website: https://www.dc-nutrition.co.uk/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dana-chapman-85b73316

Dig a little deeper:

If you enjoyed this, you might also enjoy my Life Satisfaction Assessment. It's a 30-minute program where I guide you through a deep dive into 10 areas of your life to assess what's bringing you joy and what's bringing you down. I call it Derailed and it's a fabulous place to begin a joy-at-work redesign.

https://www.midlifeunstuck.com/derailed