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EPISODE · Oct 30, 2024 · 8 MIN

#26: Is Work-Life Balance A Myth? How To Be Ambitious Without Burning Out

from The Career By Design Podcast with Stacey Back · host Stacey Back

Today, I’m tackling one of the toughest questions facing high-achievers right now: Can you REALLY have a fulfilling career and a balanced life? Is work-life balance achievable -- or is it just a myth?If you’ve already achieved a lot of success and want to keep growing your career -- but balance this with priorities outside work, this episode is for YOU.Inspired by a recent client conversation, I unpack the challenges faced by ambitious leaders who aim to stay career driven -- without sacrificing family, health or personal time.I’ll be sharing 4 simple strategies to help you achieve better balance AND your big career ambitions!You'll learn:My take on the elusive work-life balance we all seem to be chasingWhy success is more than career milestones -- and the questions to ask so you design a career which works for YOU  Two things you MUST know to prioritise your biggest goals and grow your career in a sustainable wayHow to let go of the pressure to ‘do it all’ and the ONE person you need to build better boundaries withA simple tip to stop getting stuck in your daily to-do list and achieve your long-term career goalsSo hit play NOW and let’s dive in!Thanks for listening. If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast now and leave me a 5 star rating and review. This is how other people can find this podcast and benefit too!Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars and then select ‘Write a review.’ Then, be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode!LINKS:Ready to build clarity, confidence and a personalised strategy to take back ownership of your career? The Ignite Your Career coaching program is for YOU! Start NOW and get a bonus month, so you can pause your program over the Christmas break. Access an extended payment plan when you join by 30 November. Interested in working together? Book a 30 minute call with me here.Learn more about what I do at staceyback.com or connect with me on LinkedIn or Instagram.

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Today, I’m tackling one of the toughest questions facing high-achievers right now: Can you REALLY have a fulfilling career and a balanced life? Is work-life balance achievable -- or is it just a myth? If you’ve already achieved a lot of success and want to keep growing your career -- but balance this with priorities outside work, this episode is for YOU. Inspired by a recent client conversation, I unpack the challenges faced by ambitious leaders who aim to stay career driven -- without sacr...

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