EP 20: Navigating Transformation: Lauren Fischetti on Career Coaching, Self-Care, and Embracing Change

Lauren Fischetti shares her transformative journey with us, from her academic pursuits in English at Duke and Columbia to her unexpected path in career coaching. She navigates the complexities of a high-achiever mentality while balancing work, motherhood, and personal growth. The conversation dives into the art of self-reflection and the challenges of maintaining self-care practices amid life's unpredictable turns.Lauren's experiences with journaling, meditation, and the pursuit of clarity offer invaluable insights into personal development and resilience.We explore Lauren's significant life changes, including her cross-country move to San Francisco spurred by a career in FinTech, and the personal challenges she faced, such as the birth of her first child and the loss of a parent during the COVID-19 pandemic. These experiences highlight the struggle to juggle personal expectations and the importance of external support from life coaches and therapists. Lauren's candid storytelling reveals the difficulties of transitioning back to work post-maternity leave and the pressures of high expectations.The episode also highlights Lauren's empowering relationship with exercise and experimentation. From overcoming gym intimidation to embracing weightlifting, Lauren discusses the mental and physical benefits of staying active and how an experimental mindset can open unexpected doors. Join us as we celebrate Lauren's dedication to making a positive impact and uncovering the joy in personal and professional growth.https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-fischetti/https://www.laurenfischetti.com/David's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-young-mba-indy/David's Website: https://davidjyoung.me/