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From Air Traffic Controller to Entrepreneur: Emma-Louise Parkes on Harnessing Your Unique Energy for Successful Career Change
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In this episode of the Changeology podcast, I chat with Emma-Louise Parkes, coach and founder/CEO of The Ambitious Introvert.
Emma-Louise shares her inspiring story of leaving a highly respected, well-paid career as an air traffic controller to start her own coaching business just weeks before the global pandemic hit. She opens up about the doubts, fears, and "what ifs" she faced, and the pivotal moment when she knew it was time to make a change. We delve into the challenges of transitioning careers, the importance of self-trust, and the support systems that helped her navigate this massive shift. Emma-Louise also shares her expertise on introversion and addresses common misconceptions about introverts, and explains how introverts can manage their energy effectively to support them best through times of big change. She discusses the impact of overstimulation and the importance of creating space for reflection.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone considering a major life or career change, especially if you're an introvert or highly sensitive, or feeling overwhelmed by the fear of starting over. Emma-Louise's story is a testament to the power of following your gut, understanding your energetic needs, and creating a life that aligns with your values.
What Youโll Learn in This Episode:
๐ How to overcome the fear of leaving a stable career and pursuing your passion.
๐ The importance of self-trust and how to cultivate it when making big decisions.
๐ Strategies for managing energy as an introvert and/or highly sensitive person, especially during times of change.
๐ The power of a solid support system, how to find the right people to help you navigate a big changeโhow to tune out the noise.
๐Why reducing overstimulation and creating space for reflection is crucial for clarity and decision-making.
๐ The importance of patience and having realistic expectations when pursuing big goals.
Connect with Emma-Louise:
https://theambitiousintrovert.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmalouparkes/
https://www.instagram.com/emmalouparkes/
The REAL Change Kickstart is a 45-day 1:1 coaching intensive designed to help you:
- Identify the behaviors keeping you stuck
- Unlearn what is no longer serving you
- Create new patterns that align with what you truly want
Interested in longer-term support for making a significant change? You can apply to work with Meg here.
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