Today we dive into the question that many of us find ourselves asking at one point or another: "Really, is this it?"
First, I explore the feelings of dissatisfaction after reaching a career goal and the desire for more. Then, I share examples from my own career and life as well as the experiences of my clients and friends, from career advancements to home ownership, each starting with the initial excitement and accomplishment and then eventually followed by a sense of questioning: Is there more? Should there be more?
Throughout the episode, I emphasize the importance of celebrating your past achievements while also recognizing your innate desire for growth and change. I encourage listeners to embrace the idea of setting new goals and dreams, ones that are braver and truer to who we are becoming.
If you've ever wondered if there's more to life or have found yourself questioning the path you're on, this episode is a must-listen.
Use these simple set of questions to make sure you allow yourself time and energy to evaluate, then design, and finally reach your new goals:
· What is enough?
· What is not enough?
· What do I enjoy?
· Who do I wish to become?
· How do I want to accomplish this next goal?
Part of being brave is rejecting the concept of an acceptable level of consistent dissatisfaction. This episode will help you do just that.
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What is Build Your Brave Career for Women in Tech?
Build Your Brave Career is for women in tech who are done being overworked, overlooked, and underpaid...and are ready to change it.
If you’re experienced, capable, and tired of working harder without getting what you’ve earned, this podcast shows you how to make the strategic and tactical moves to stress less, work less, and earn more.
With each episode, you’ll learn how to build the skill of bravery so you can advocate for yourself, make smarter career decisions, and create real momentum, without losing yourself or burning out.
Nicole Trick Steinbach is your host. She is a former director who built a global tech career from the ground up, working in over 25 countries, leading large-scale transformational change projects. Nicole is now at home in both the US and Germany.
To learn more about how you can build your brave, connect here:
• Website: https://tricksteinbach.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicoletricksteinbach