Episode 145 - Making work suck less with humor and compassion with Rebecca Scott

In this episode, I chat with Rebecca Scott - leadership coach, making work suck less with humor and compassion, one coaching conversation at a time. Rebecca's story is one of unanticipated paths and the blend of passion with pragmatism. As a young, aspiring educator, she entered college with a vision of shaping young minds as a high school English teacher. Enamored by the written word, Rebecca fully immersed herself in the study of English literature. Yet, the irresistible allure of the stage beckoned, and she found herself equally drawn to the emotive world of theater, adding it as a second major. Upon graduation, Rebecca stood at a crossroads, armed with dual degrees that she believed would open doors. However, she quickly encountered the harsh realities of the job market, where a clear-cut role that sought her specific combination of skills was far from evident. As she navigated the intricate terrain of post-college life, Rebecca's journey became a testament to adaptability and the pursuit of diverse opportunities that did not fit the conventional trajectory she had originally envisioned for herself. In sharing her experience, Rebecca hopes to illuminate the often winding road that many face after college—one that may diverge from their initial expectations—and to inspire new graduates to embrace their unique paths with optimism and resilience. Mentions: ROAR stands for Recognize, Own, Acknowledge, Repair. Time Stamps: 00:00 Transitioned from teaching to nonprofit theater events. 06:23 High school teacher suggests career change, skepticism. 08:16 Intrigued by adult development theory, considering change. 13:35 Diagnosis of multiple sclerosis led to sharing. 17:52 Cultivating leadership: international network of independent contractors. 19:31 Transitioning to coaching brought uncertainty and humility. 26:15 Navigating work with physical disability, advocating change. 29:45 Realizing need for self-awareness in presentations. 31:20 MS blog sharing real experiences with community. 37:45 Fear of offending hinders building connections. 40:21 How can small changes improve life? About Rebecca: Rebecca Scott is a leadership coach who is passionate about helping people living with chronic conditions live full, purposeful, and joyous lives. She believes in the transformational power of meaningful conversation, celebrating all your victories, and feeling all your feelings (even the icky ones). Rebecca is also a Qualified Administrator of the Intercultural Development Inventory and loves talking about the delights and challenges of working across difference. Connect with her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-scott-coach/ Website: https://www.rebeccascottcoaching.com/Blog: https://stumblr.blog/ Follow Elena: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/ Listen on: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shift-with-elena-agar/id1530850914 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5UKh6dWcuQwJlmAOqD8wij