Discovering Your Calling — Strengths-Based Career Clarity for Mid-Career Women

What if the very talent that makes you successful is the exact thing holding you back? You’re invested in personal growth and leaning into your CliftonStrengths. From the outside, your high responsibility or strategic thinking looks like a massive advantage. But underneath, you might feel overwhelmed, stuck in perfectionism, or carrying burdens that were never yours. In this episode, we explore th...

 Feeling overwhelmed by all the noise around business, leadership, and what you “should” be doing next to create success in work & life?  In this episode, you’ll learn how to make aligned decisions without second-guessing yourself—by using your strengths as your filter.  Episode Summary If you’re feeling stuck, second-guessing your decisions, or overwhelmed by conflicting advice on how to grow...

What if the fastest way to build a sustainable, profitable business is to stop doing what everyone else is doing—and simply raise your prices?  Episode Summary In this episode, business coach and author Robin Waite joins us to explore how to simplify your business plan and step into a space of excellence without exhaustion. If you’ve been feeling: Overwhelmed by complex marketing strategies you do...

What if your career is not a mistake, but simply preparation for what comes next?  Episode Summary You have built a career where you are successful and well-respected. From the outside, it seemed like the perfect role that you would eventually retire in. But underneath, something has shifted, and you are starting to wonder if you are in the wrong job. In this episode, we explore why a fulfilling c...

Burnout or boredom? What if the reason you feel “off” isn’t burnout—but a sign you’ve outgrown your current season? You’re showing up. You’re doing well.  From the outside, everything looks good. So why does it feel… flat? In this episode, we unpack a common but often misdiagnosed experience for ambitious, mid-career women: the difference between burnout and boredom—and why what you’re feeling mig...

What can your natural strengths reveal about the way you work, serve clients, and build your career? In this episode of Discovering Your Calling, Sheri sits down with Laura Niebauer for a real CliftonStrengths® debrief conversation. Laura helps women transition back into the workforce after taking a career break, and in this conversation Sheri walks her through what her top strengths reveal about...

Welcome to the Discovering Your Calling podcast! Today, I am joined by my special guest, Sarah Hubbard, founder of the Intentional Network and author of The Intentional Networker . We are talking about how to make networking an enjoyable part of building a successful business. Sarah shares her incredible story of pivoting after being rejected by 12 physical therapy schools despite having a 3.9 GPA...

Welcome to season six of the Discovering Your Calling podcast. Before we jump into this new season, I want to share a quick reflection on my vision for our upcoming episodes. Over the past several seasons, we have talked a lot about finding your calling. But I have noticed recently that discovering your calling is really just the beginning. The deeper questions start to emerge once you understand...

The world just witnessed weeks of some of the best athletes sharing their gifts and talents. In today's episode, I am sharing five lessons we can take away from watching these elite competitors. Becoming a world-class athlete takes a lot of dedication, practicing fundamentals, and working with coaches. We can apply these exact principles to finding your calling and building a meaningful caree...

In this episode, you will find out that the real tension making you feel stuck is not just about overwhelm at home or being in the wrong career. It could be that you are staying in a career you already know isn't leading toward the life you actually want. If you have been feeling restless, frustrated with yourself, or irritated with everyone around you, this episode is for you. We explore the...

Have you ever felt like your relationship is competing with your business ambition? Or the other way around?   In this episode, I sit down with Angela and James Mitchell, the founders of Love Intentionally. As a couple, they blend Angela’s background in counseling with James’ experience in entrepreneurship and coaching, bringing both heart and strategy to building marriages that thrive. "With...

If you feel God nudging you toward a new path but fear is louder than your faith, or if you are waiting for a guarantee before you take the first step, this episode is for you. Today, I am sharing a special message from my recent visioneering workshop for the Discovering Your Calling alumni. We explore three specific Bible stories that reveal a hard truth: often, the miracle only happens after you...

Have you ever wondered if vision boards are just a fun craft project, or if they actually help you achieve your dreams? In this episode, we move beyond the "woo-woo" and get into the practical reasons why a vision board is one of the most powerful tools for your career and life. If you have ever bought a specific car and suddenly started seeing it everywhere on the road, you already know...

If you’ve set big goals for the year but they already feel like a heavy obligation... or if you’re a leader trying to fix team problems but only finding more frustration... this episode is for you. Today, I sat down with organizational change strategist John Hildebrand to explore why traditional goal setting often fails without a "magnetic vision." We discuss the science behind why goals...

If you looked back at 2025 and realized you drifted, got distracted, or missed the mark on your biggest dreams, you are not alone. Even after years of personal development, it is possible to slide into a spiral of doubt when the results don't match the effort. In this episode, we strip away the complex workshops and "louder" goal-setting tactics that often overwhelm ambitious women....

If you feel exhausted by your business even though you’re doing everything "right"… this episode is for you. Today, I share a powerful case study from a recent client session that reveals why following "expert" advice might be exactly what’s draining you. It’s not about working harder. It’s not about time management. It’s about the subtle but dangerous misalignment between your...

If you feel stuck, scared to make a change, or frustrated that you’re not following through on the ideas and dreams in your heart… this episode is for you. Today, Sheri unpacks the real reason ambitious, successful mid-career women freeze when they feel called to something more. It’s not lack of clarity. It’s not motivation. And it’s definitely not time management. Using research from Harvard Busi...

You’ve worked hard. You’ve built a successful career. On paper, everything looks great — yet deep down, you feel that quiet restlessness…  That tug for something of your own. Something more fulfilling, more purpose-driven, and more aligned with who you’re becoming. If you’ve been craving a new direction — but you’re not ready to walk away from the stability of your current job — this episode is yo...

Is the traditional "career for life" concept outdated? In this episode, we are exploring the rise of Portfolio Careers . Listen in to discover what a portfolio career is (it's more than just a "side hustle"!), why it's becoming so popular for both companies and individuals, and how it can offer a "risk-free" path to finding your calling. We'll break dow...

Find Your Calling: What Your 3 a.m. Wake-Up Call Is Trying to Tell You Have you ever woken up at 3 a.m. with your mind spinning — questioning your career, your purpose, or whether you’re meant for something more?  Those quiet middle-of-the-night moments aren’t random.  They’re often the truest whispers of your calling … showing up before the world gets loud again. In this episode, Sheri explores w...

I'm back! After a nine-month pause, I’m excited to return to the microphone to share what I’ve been working on, the lessons I learned, and what’s next for the show. In this episode, I explain why the break was necessary to finish my new book, Discovering Your Calling . I also share a significant pivot in my business: the decision to stop developing a digital course and instead focus on high-i...

As we say goodbye to 2024 and prepare for an incredible 2025, I’m sharing the only two tips you need to make this your best year yet. From focusing on gratitude to setting one life-changing goal and letting go of what’s no longer serving you, I’ll guide you through how to create success and balance in the new year. Key Points/Topics I Covered Why gratitude is the best foundation for starting a new...

In this episode, I'm diving deep into the CliftonStrengths (aka StrengthsFinders) assessment to help you transform a simple report into a life-changing personal development tool. I'll share how you can identify your unique talents, overcome self-limiting beliefs, and take actionable steps to unlock your true potential. What You'll Discover in This Episode: The true power of the Clif...

In this episode, we’re diving into the three saboteurs—Danger Buoys, Sharks, and Anchors—that hold us back from pursuing our dreams. You’ll learn how to identify these obstacles, challenge limiting beliefs, and take actionable steps to move forward with confidence. If you’re ready to overcome fear, build a career aligned with your passions, and embrace your true calling, this episode is for you! W...

  In this episode, we’re wrapping up the Discovering Your Calling journey with Waypoint 8: Creating Your Personal Calling Map . This is the ultimate tool to help you align your talents, values, and goals into a clear plan of action. If you’re ready to break free from burnout, design a fulfilling career, and finally achieve lifestyle freedom, this episode is for you! What You’ll Discover in This Ep...