Successful On Paper

What happens when the career you've spent years building suddenly comes to an end?In this episode, I speak to coach and director of Everyday Leader, Colin Tapscott, about his journey from successful headteacher to business owner and the career crisis that changed everything.On paper, Colin had achieved what many people aspire to. He became a headteacher in his early 30s, built a strong reputation and spent years leading schools. But underneath, something had shifted. The work no longer felt aligned with who he was and what mattered to him.Then, just as he was planning his next move, an Ofsted inspection led to an abrupt and unexpected end to his career in education.We explore the impact this had on his identity, confidence and wellbeing and what helped him rebuild.We discuss:How to recognise when your career no longer fits.The difference between success and fulfilment.Why so many men tie their identity to their job.Coping with career setbacks, redundancy and unexpected change.The importance of support, reflection and asking for help.How to reconnect with your purpose when you're feeling lost.What Colin learned from rebuilding his career.If you've ever found yourself wondering who you are beyond your job title, this conversation is for you.Useful links:Find out more about Colin:Website: www.everydayleader.co.ukYouTube: @everydayleader3086Everyday Alchemy: Transforming Your Trash Into Treasure book: https://amzn.eu/d/0azP1cS9LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colin-tapscott/Visit Jess's website: www.twentytwentycoaching.co.ukConnect with Jess on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jess-spiers-19760717/

Jess Spiers introduces the first episode of Successful On Paper and explores one of the biggest mistakes she sees men make when they're unhappy at work.Too often, we jump straight into action mode - updating our CV, scrolling LinkedIn or looking at job adverts - before we've properly understood what's actually wrong.Jess shares why clarity is the missing piece for so many men in their 40s and 50s and how understanding what matters to you now can make career decisions feel much easier.She also shares the story of a coaching client who thought he needed a new job, only to discover that what he really needed was more ownership, challenge and meaning in his existing role.You’ll learn:Why taking action too quickly can keep you stuck.The role clarity plays in making confident career decisions.Why what motivated you 10 years ago may not be what you need now.A simple exercise to help you understand what's missing from your career.If you're feeling stuck, restless or wondering what's next, this episode is a great place to start.You can also complete Jess's free Career Audit at www.twentytwentycoaching.co.uk to get clearer on what's working, what's not and what you need from the next stage of your career.Useful links:Visit Jess's website: www.twentytwentycoaching.co.ukConnect with Jess on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jess-spiers-19760717/

If you're a man in your 40s or 50s who's built a successful career but something doesn't feel right anymore, this podcast is for you.Find out what you can expect from Successful On Paper with host Jess Spiers, a qualified career coach who specialises in coaching men. New episodes released every Thursday.