Here Are The Breadcrumbs, Just Keep Following | Ep. 015 - Alfreda McCray

Join host Lynn Debilzen in this dynamic interview with Alfreda McCray on Redraw Your Path!In this interview, Lynn learns about Alfreda’s journey from IT problem-solver, to project manager and people leader, to executive coach and college professor. Their conversation touches on:How there are often multiple ways to ascend within a career path, and how mentors and your community can impact your ascension speed and access to resourcesHow receiving coaching can give you space to explore, reflect, and rewrite the stories you’re telling about yourself–professionally and personallyKeeping all of the slices of the pie in focus, and the power of not over-indexing in one area of life at the sacrifice of other areasThe opportunities in life to try out and experiment with new identities and skills, and the gift of choice in each momentTune in for a dynamic discussion on life and growth!About Alfreda:‌Alfreda is a life-long learner with a passion for optimizing wellbeing, reducing harm, and increasing compassion in the workplace and beyond. She is a board-certified Executive/Leadership Coach, writer, and mental health advocate with specialties in mindful emotional intelligence, resilience, and inclusion. Her background includes over 20 years of experience in professional services and consulting.Alfreda earned her BA from Georgetown University, MA from Gonzaga University, and a certificate in Inclusive Leadership from the Robertson Center for Intercultural Leadership (CIL) at International House Berkeley. She’s currently a doctoral student in Organizational Leadership examining the intersections of identity, leadership, and authenticity.Outside of work, Alfreda enjoys poetry, nature, travel, and all things gardening.Connect with Alfreda:Website: http://alfredamccray.comLinkedIn: http://LinkedIn.com/in/alfredamccrayFind her on other socials: @alfreda.cookie.mccrayConnect with Lynn:www.redrawyourpath.comwww.lynndebilzen.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/lynndebilzen/