Career Espresso

Have you ever founds yourself working towards a goal that really matters to you only to fail because you did something that tripped you up? This can be a sign of self-sabotage which over time can harm your career progress  In this week's episode of Career Espresso, I look at how you can identify and tackle self-sabotage in your career, including -  How to spot self-sabotage  Learning to chall...

In today's world, there are so many distractions around us 24/7 that giving someone your full attention when they speak is a precious gift.  Not only that but learning to be a better listener can set you apart at work.  In this week's episode of Career Espresso, I look at -   Why we all need to be listened to What happened when Lego lost millions of dollars and how listening bought their...

Do you ever steer away from asking for feedback at work, fearful of what you might hear?  And even when you do gather the courage to ask, is the structure actually that helpful to your career?   In this week's episode of Career Espresso, I look at -   Why it's so hard to receive constructive feedback (and how to work on seeing feedback as a career gift) How using 3 simple questions can h...

No one will ever care quite as much about your career as you will - it's such a big part of your life, identity, and happiness.  In this week's episode of Career Epresso, I  share how taking ownership of your career growth could be the smartest investment that you will ever make.  I look at  Why how you react to disappointment at work could be getting in the way of demonstrating ownershi...

2023 has seen some resignations of two high-profile women leaders with both Jacinda Ardern and Nicola Sturgeon announcing that they intended to step down from their roles. But is there ever a 'right' time to make that big career decision or start working on your goals and development?  In this episode, I look at how -  You can always be ready for the next step in your career before you a...

If this is the year you’re planning your next career move, you’ve probably been busy working on covering letters and CVs.  But often the question is “How can I stand out from the crowd whilst appearing credible, authentic, and memorable?” In short, what's the best approach to being noticed and getting ahead in your career?  Storytelling is a powerful tool when it comes to influence and persua...

Is Spring a time when you sort through cupboards that haven't seen the light of day in months and generally ditch the stuff that feels like it's cluttering up your space?  The same concept can apply to your career - making space to reflect, review and make way for the new. In Episode Two of Career Espresso, I'm going to share 5 ways you can plan your own career spring clean. I look...

Are birthdays and anniversaries a time when you step back and reflect on what's gone before and what's to come? It's often said that time is a great teacher and never more so than when it comes to work and your career.  In this first episode of Career Espresso, I'm going to share how you can use key points in your career journey to help you achieve more in the future.  I look a...

Welcome to Career Espresso, a new weekly podcast for women who want to take action to get the career they know they deserve. When I set up my business 5 years ago, I wanted to help women get clarity and control over their careers and be more fulfilled and successful at work. And as part of that journey, I’m here on a podcast that will help you do just that.   But what exactly can you expect from C...