The Career Growth Podcast

In this episode we look into Improvement. One of the most important parts in life in general as well as career. Have you set any improvement goals lately?#improvement #coaching #career #motivation

This week we unravel the topic of  honesty. A very important part in life in general as well as career. Hope honest are you with yourself and those around you?What* The quality of being honest: they spoke with convincing honesty about their fears it was not, in all honesty, an auspicious debut.* Being true. True to one self first and foremost (if you don’t believe you, then why should anyone else?)* Having integrity → doing the right thing even when no one’s watching* Sincerity → being genuine and authentic in how you express yourself* Example: when something goes wrong. It requires honesty to properly establish facts How* Self aware - understand how you tick as a person* Feedback - Be open to receive feedback from friends and colleagues to help with the above* Trust - not being afraid to  own up if something goes wrong.* Example of honesty: being open with close friends. However the juxtaposition comes when we understand that often times people must be allowed to be honest. That means non judgemental interactions. #honesty #coaching #career #motivation #testicularcancer

In this Testicular Cancer Awareness Month edition, we unravel the topic of Goals. Whatthe object of a person's ambition or effort; an aim or desired result: he achieved his goal of becoming King of England.The desired outcome of your endeavours. The focus of your activity. We covered last week. Required for any area of life regardless of workExample: goal is to work in a particular role therefore I tailored all of my efforts toward this outcome. Learned new things, developed certain networking relationships in order to profit HowVision of what your life or career will look like when achieved / not achievedA clear plan as to how it will be achievedMeasurable steps S.M.A.R.T. (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound). Review/adjust!!Testicular cancer awareness month!!#goals #coaching #career #motivation #mentalhealth #testicularcancerawareness

This week we take a look at: Focus. The What and How thereof. What* An act of concentrating interest or activity on something: our focus on the customer's requirements.* Concentrating one’s efforts on a particular area. Could be anything:    * Punctuality     * Communication     * Networking/exhibition* Thus honing skills and specific experience* Example - industry level focus (high level) or job focus (low level)How* Over time an area of focus may develop * A long standing interest* What to focus on:     * strengths    * Areas of interest    * Weaknesses insofar as they inhibit a strength * Example: my work has focused on energy, specifically trading and risk managementLink to the Radio Jamaica interview:https://youtu.be/ojV5nW1L6-M#focus #coaching #careergrowth #motivation #jamaica

On the 10th of March, I was contacted by the team at Jamaica FM and was asked to give an interview about career choices, why some go wrong and what can be done to rectify or change career decisions. Despite having less than two hours notice, I agreed because Jamaica is a country close to my heart for obvious reasons. Despite some nerves, the interview went reasonably well. So much so that there may even be a follow up!

In this episode , we’ll be talking a look at Empowerment. A very powerful state that will put your career or personal situation into overdrive. What* Authority or power given to someone to do something: individuals are given empowerment to create their own dwellings.* Essentially the freedom to express one’s talent in order to accomplish tasks.     * In addition in a the wider context of an entire job or project* Example - at work being entrusted to make decisions. Importantly, being allowed to fail. * On a personal level, as parents, we should be encouraged to allow our children to undertake tasks. The development is about learning and they should be entrusted to do so eg doing shoelaces - let them!How* Trusting subordinates or lower-ranking colleagues to do work - building selfconfidence* Allowing mistakes and Fuckupability* Encouraging creativity. Creativity is the child of empowerment. Allowing others to develop ideas freely without undue or unwanted intervention. * Example - delegating - passing more tasks onto team members. Not dumping work on them but allowing them to take ownership of tasks and their job.  * I had a boss that told me once: Been after three years, you shouldn’t be hereLinks:Stan Store: https://www.stan.store/mycoachbenLinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/my-coach-benFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/mycoachben/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mycoachbenTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@my.coachbenHomepage: https://www.mycoachben.com#empowerment #coaching #career #development #success #motivation

In this episode, we discuss the topic of Distinction. What is it and why is it important? D – Distinction,What* Excellence that sets someone or something apart from others: a novelist of distinction.* An element of uniqueness* Similar to a brand - traits that make one stand out* Example - my work place has a distinct advantage due to flexibility, benefits that set it apart. * Mentor… sets people apartHow* Focussing on strengths* Continue to learn* Seeking feedback from peers* Example: 360 feedbackLinks:Stan Store: https://www.stan.store/mycoachbenLinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/my-coach-benFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/mycoachben/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mycoachbenTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@my.coachbenHomepage: https://www.mycoachben.com#distinction #coaching #career #growth

This week we take a look at a something that everybody needs should they wish to progress. Equally in personal endeavours as well as in their career. The subject of this episode: Clarity. The What and Why.  What* The quality of being certain or definite: e.g. it was clarity of purpose that he needed…. Having a clear vision of what you want. * What is definite?     * Knowing where your headed    * The sailing analogy - head in a certain direction     * Not like a motorbike. Dictated by the wind BUT clear in what to do if the wind changes * What is purpose?    * Mia Mottley has a very clear purpose ie what she wants Barbados    * Same for Dr. Andrew Holness of Jamaica * Example:How* How does one get clarity    * Defining one’s purpose    * What are you here for and how     * would you like to be remembered when you leave this life?* What gaps are there between the current you that stop /hinder clarity?* What is the next step you can take to help bring about clarity?Links:Stan Store: https://www.stan.store/mycoachbenLinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/my-coach-benFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/mycoachben/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mycoachbenTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@my.coachbenHomepage: https://www.mycoachben.com#clarity #coaching #accountability #career#growth Interview Mrs. Motley by Trevor Noah

In this episode, we’ll be covering a topic which is often overlooked in the career world. It’s crucial to have the right mindset in working and business life and to this end, considering oneself as a Brand is a huge help. Below are the notes I used for the podcast. Take a look and see how you can apply these points to you and your career. B – Brand, Belief, BraveryWhat* brand /brand / ▸  noun 1 a type of product manufactured by a particular company under a particular name:.* a particular identity or image regarded as an asset: you can still invent your own career, be your own brand. (Kelly smoking talk example…)* Who are you? (Age,sex, colour)* What are you about? (Values/drive): optimism; creativity; authenticity;* Why should anyone hire you? (Hisense TV story)How* This is about being authentic    * This is the real you    * The answers to the previous questions essentially     * Showing who you truly are* Define what you bring to the table    * What are your strengths?    * What have you accomplished    * How have you accomplished it* What makes you stand out against other candidates?#coaching #brand 

Accountability - What does it actually mean and how is it actually achieved?In this podcast we’re going to revisit a topic from a couple of years ago. A – Accountability* Mentoring; YouTube projects; family* Applicable professionally or privatelyAwareness, Acceptance What?* noun [mass noun] the fact or condition of being accountable; responsibility: * Responsibility for your job, your tasks* Not dependable on someone elseHow?* Also to stakeholders / internal - external customers    * Issues are cleared up    * Service is good enough    * If not how can it be improved* Hands up for mistakes    * Learning (Hannah-Mae)    * Cultural environment    * Mistakes are essential    * Learning from mistakes* Open to improve or share when things haven’t gone well    * Operational Excellence    * Having an awareness of the importance of your role* Think about these things and write them downConclude * Positive because:    * Reliable     * Trustworthy    * Honesty* Adds value     * Demonstrable worthLinks:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mycoachbenStan Store: https://www.stan.store/mycoachbenHomepage: https://www.mycoachben.com#coaching #accountability #career#growth