S02:E06 - What Do You Want From Your Career? | Selina Yankson

Join the ⁠Growth Mindset Guide Community⁠.Welcome to The YOU Review podcast, where I'm your host, Selina Yankson, Career Strategist for corporate leaders.In this episode of The YOU Review, I ask the question that can be both liberating and terrifying. ‘What do you want from your career?’. I explore why we avoid this critical question of self-inquiry and how to manage your fear of confronting your dissatisfaction by acknowledging that you have the power to turn wasted years in a job or career into one that can bring out the best in you.I unpack how life changes can complicate your career desires and the importance of aligning your three selves, the secret, private, and public selves, to help you navigate towards more career fulfilment and joy.Discussion Points:Why do people often fail to ask themselves what they truly want from their careers?How do significant life events and changes influence our career desires and priorities?What is the concept of "seat warmers," and what are the implications of a lack of learning exchange in a job?How can aligning with your "three selves" (secret, private, public) help you align your career with your true desires?Why is it important to recognise when you are on the wrong career path, and what strategies can you employ to course-correct?What proactive steps can you take in career planning to ensure your job meets your needs for fulfilment and satisfaction?Actionable Insights & Key Takeaways:You'll learn how to clarify your career aspirations and align your professional path with your true self.Implement this: Reflect on your values, passions, and needs to define what you truly desire from your career.Gain a new perspective on: The importance of self-awareness and honesty in making career choices that lead to long-term happiness and fulfilment.Enjoyed this episode? I'd love to hear from you.If you found this episode helpful, I'd appreciate it if you could leave a 5-star rating, share it with someone who would benefit from the insights raised, or leave a comment. It really helps others discover The YOU Review.Remember, you're also invited to subscribe to my newsletter to discover what's happening behind the scenes of The YOU Review and where you can learn more about my programs, community and how to work with me.I'd also love to hear about what topics you'd like me to cover. You can connect with me on my social channels below._________Connect with Selina Yankson:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Resources:⁠⁠The Empower Hour: Your Gateway to Clarity and Action | Coaching Session⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Leaders ID Private LinkedIn Community⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠#careergoals #careersatisfaction #careeradvice #careerchange #worklifebalance #careertransformation #personalfulfilment #careerplanning #leadershipgrowth #careerstrategy #personaldevelopment #careerconfidence #midcareer