Aligned Ambition: Transforming Your Career from the Inside Out
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Summary
In this conversation, Dr. Nashay Lowe and career coach Deana Chukwuemeka explore the deeper aspects of career development beyond just job titles. They discuss the importance of self-discovery, clarity, and alignment in one's career path. The conversation delves into the challenges of ambition, the significance of overcoming fear and imposter syndrome, and the necessity of asking for more in professional settings. Through personal anecdotes and coaching insights, they highlight the transformative journey individuals can undertake to align their careers with their true selves.
Key Takeaways
- It's about who you are becoming through the work.
- Clarity requires a level of pause and reflection.
- Ambition can feel empty without purpose.
- Detours in careers can be neutral; it's how we define them.
- Fear activates the brain's threat center, influencing decisions.
- We often over function and under advocate for ourselves.
- Transformation is a process, not an overnight change.
- Tracking growth is essential for recognizing progress.
- Asking for more is crucial for career advancement.
- You have the answers for you in this season of life.
Thanks for listening in! This work is easier when we do it together.
🎙 Episode Brought to You By:
Dr. Nashay Lowe of Founder of Lowe Insights Consulting
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Chapters
1. The Journey of Self-Discovery in Careers (00:00:00)
2. Understanding Clarity and Coaching (00:02:38)
3. Ambition vs. Aligned Ambition (00:05:09)
4. Navigating Career Detours (00:06:51)
5. Overcoming Fear and Imposter Syndrome (00:08:44)
6. Asking for More (00:10:44)
7. Transformational Stories and Personal Growth (00:12:49)
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