Doing things differently: working a traditional career in a non-traditional way - with Jack Bonehill of The Tax Professionals Podcast

Questions? Comments? Episode suggestions? Send us a text message!#210: Jack Bonehill is a tax advisor and host of The Tax Professionals Podcast.  He explains why he started a podcast about tax, how his employer responded to his podcast, and the benefits he’s gained through podcasting. What you’ll learn[02:52] Trying to make money with YouTube videos. [03:47] Why Jack made a podcast about tax. [05:31] How to overcome imposter syndrome. [06:18] The personality behind wanting to start a side hustle. [08:25] What makes challenge attractive. [09:37] The pros and cons of wanting to be a high achiever.[11:49] How Jack stays motivated. [12:24] The challenges that arise when you quickly progress in your career. [13:46] The problem with assessing someone based solely on their experience. [15:30] How to get better at what you do in your workplace. [18:15] The issues with businesses that only focus on profit. [19:57] How to retain your identity as you become more senior. [23:10] Why it’s beneficial to be open and transparent. [26:55] How different generations view work culture differently. [29:05] The old-fashioned nature of the tax advice industry. [31:50] The benefits of hosting a podcast. [35:42] How colleagues and employers respond to you running a side hustle. [41:32] The unique nature of LinkedIn and how to use it to win work. [44:49] Why explore coaching. [46:57] The most surprising aspect of coaching. [48:42] The results Jack got from coaching.Resources mentioned in this episodePlease note that some of these are affiliate links and we may get a commission in the event that you make a purchase.  This helps us to cover our expenses and is at no additional cost to you.Smart Passive IncomeThe 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, Steven CoveyStoryworthy, Matthew DicksChange Work Life coachingFor the show notes for this episode, including a full transcript and links to all the resources mentioned, visit:https://changeworklife.com/doing-things-differently-working-a-traditional-career-in-a-non-traditional-way/Re-assessing your career?  Know you need a change but don't really know where to start?  Check out these two exercises to start the journey of working out what career is right for you!