The Magic of Knowing What You Want With Tracey Gee

Summary In this conversation, Joe Lara speaks with Tracy Gee, a leadership coach and author, about the importance of understanding one's desires and finding clarity during transitions, particularly for veterans. They discuss the significance of asking the right questions, the balance between personal desires and service, and the value of community support. Tracy shares practical tools for navigating career changes and emphasizes the need for intentionality in pursuing fulfillment beyond just a paycheck. About Tracey A former manager and senior leader, I founded and run Tracey Gee LLC as a leadership development coach and consultant. I help leaders and teams discover and harness their unique strengths, purpose, and meaning as part of my deep commitment to personal and professional growth.My approach involves creating impactful learning spaces, workshops, and retreats designed to empower individuals and organizations. These programs cover a wide range of personal and professional development topics.As a certified facilitator in several influential tools and frameworks, including Gallup Clifton Strengths (fka StrengthsFinder), Working Genius, Cultural Intelligence, and Enneagram, I possess the expertise and enthusiasm required to craft and deliver customized, engaging solutions tailored to the unique needs and objectives of diverse clients and contexts.I firmly believe that people are an organization's most valuable asset, and investing in their potential is essential to achieving its mission. If you seek transformative leadership development experiences or want to enhance your team's performance, I'm here to guide you.For more information and to explore how we can collaborate, please visit my website at https://traceygee.me. Takeaways Desire is a key component in finding clarity.Asking primary questions can unlock creativity.It's important to prioritize what makes you come alive.Community support is crucial during transitions.You can have a fulfilling life outside of your job.Experimenting with career paths can lead to discovery.You are more than your paycheck.Intentionality is essential for personal growth.Coaching can help individuals recognize their strengths.Finding joy in hobbies can enhance overall well-being. Sound Bites "What makes you come alive?""You can think about your contribution.""Don't ask what the world needs.""You are a whole person.""You are your paycheck.""You are your own best resource." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Tracy Gee and Her Work02:22 Understanding Desire and Clarity04:40 Navigating Transition: Questions to Consider09:11 Getting Unstuck: Tools and Strategies12:34 The Importance of Intentionality13:03 Desire vs. Service: Finding Balance17:24 The Power of Aliveness in Service20:25 Experimenting with Career Paths23:14 Finding Fulfillment Beyond the Job28:18 Encouragement for Coaches and Veterans Before you update your resume or apply for another job, hit pause. The Vector Accelerator Short Course helps veterans get clear on what drives them, what guides them, and what kind of life they actually want—in just three hours. Apply now! vectoraccelerator.org