The Defining Moment: when Head, Heart, and Body Align for Change with Kathie Elliott Scott
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In Episode 10 of "Aligned and Thriving," the hosts welcome Kathie Elliott Scott, founder and principal at Square Pegs Consulting, as the guest. The episode explores the intersection of work, wellness, and chronic pain, discussing the challenges and triumphs of achieving work-life balance. Kathie's extensive background in business development, marketing, and not-for-profit sectors adds a unique perspective to the conversation.
Podcast Episode Summary
- The discussion highlights Kathie's recent decision to refocus on her passion for working with small to medium not-for-profits, emphasizing the importance of reflecting on personal values.
- Kathie shares insights into her journey, including her disciplined upbringing in dance, the challenges of the corporate world, and the pivotal moment when she transitioned to the not-for-profit sector.
- Kathie's decision to establish Square Pegs Consulting emerges from recognizing the gap in resources for smaller organizations and her commitment to making a meaningful difference.
- Kathie shares insights into her recent decision to prioritize work-life balance, reflecting on the importance of aligning personal values with professional pursuits.
- Transition from a partnership manager role to a consultant, fueled by a desire for flexibility and alignment with values.
- Kathie emphasizes the importance of passion and purpose in her consultancy work, sharing insights from the TV for All campaign.
- The role of values in Kathie's consultancy, the significance of aligning values with clients, and the impact on the quality of work.
- Kathie's experience managing chronic illness throughout her life, her genetic disorder affecting collagen, and the importance of prioritizing herself.
Kathie Website: Square Pegs Consulting
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Chapters
1. The Defining Moment: when Head, Heart, and Body Align for Change with Kathie Elliott Scott (00:00:00)
2. Kathie reflects on her busy year, career transitions, and the importance of work-life balance. (00:04:42)
3. Discussion on reflecting on personal values and transitioning back to working with small to medium not-for-profits. (00:07:16)
4. Reflecting on childhood influences, discipline from dance, and the importance of practice and hard work. (00:11:03)
5. Transitioning through different life stages focusing on career goals, family commitments, and finding alignment with personal values. (00:15:56)
6. Kathie discusses the significance of making intentional decisions that resonate with personal values and lead to a sense of purpose in work. (00:19:29)
7. Kathie shares her defining moment on her career. (00:25:22)
8. Kathie reflects on the importance of practice, dedication, and persistence in achieving success in various career transitions and life stages. (00:30:43)
9. Kathie shares her chronic illness and her approach to work life balance. (00:34:26)
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