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Career change decisions can, in some instances, be considered major life changes. For some people, therefore, even though they know they need to make a change, fear of the unknown, a lack of confidence or a lack of information hold them back and they stay stuck in a place of professional discontent. But it doesn't have to be that way. With the right information, tools and resources, you CAN make a...

How do we move from a position of persistent expressed desire for something to taking much-needed action so that our desires become a reality. Addressing mindset barriers is important when considering career change. In this episode I share 3 simple mindset tips for staying the course when it comes to designing a career you will love.   Eager for More? Here are some Next STEPS:   >>> Grab...

Here's the thing - we are all DIFFERENT! While you may have trained as a clinician, your interests, strengths and forte may be OUTSIDE of clinical practice. So if you have ever felt misaligned, or like a misfit among your colleagues in the healthcare setting, then its time to identify your true value, embrace it, and live it out through your work.   Eager for More? Here are some Next STEPS:   >...

Do you know that your experience has value? You may not recognise it but if others are repeatedly asking you to share how you accomplished something or ask you to teach them how to do a particular thing, then there could be value in your expertise and this value creates opportunity for a career shift, as well as the opportunity to impact other health care practitioners lives by meeting an identifi...

I know too many health professionals who have put off making a change in their careers because they fear the uncertainty that comes with pivoting. So many would rather stay in a place of unhappiness, not being fulfilled, merely going through the grind. LIfe is too short to spend your time doing what doesn't light you up most every day. Today's episode provides 5 practical strategies to help health...

Recognizing and responding to life's changing seasons both personally and professionally is a key part of your professional growth journey as a healthcare professional. In addition, staying committed to evolving will create new opportunities for impact and influence. In this episode I share my own story on how a life change caused me to pivot and shift my contributions in the healthcare space.   E...

Knowing your inherent strengths as a health professional in clinical practice is an important part of aligning your career with what will bring both professional and personal fulfillment. Timing professional moves which align with your strengths and interests is also important as we will learn from today's guest. Having a passion is one thing, but you also need a clear plan which strategically out...

Pivoting your career is not just about changing jobs; especially when you want to leave a position you are not happy or fulfilled in. Understanding your strengths or core interests is important   Eager for More? Here are some Next STEPS:   >>> Grab your copy of our Career Pivot Checklist here https://bit.ly/careerpivotchecklist   >>> Book a 1 hour Coaching Call with Dr Diane http...

When you don't understand your Zone of Genius, it can result in your professional roles being misaligned and subsequently lead to frustration and professional discontent. In this episode I share my own experience of how coming to understand my own Zone of Genius shifted the needle for me in terms of thriving professionally, despite the challenging context within which I worked. So even if you are...

You may have heard of the concept 'Zone of Genius' and wonder what it is, or perhaps where or how this fits into building a career you will love. Today's episode defines what Zone of Genius is, and gives 3 prompts to help you identify yours as an important precursor to redirecting your career into a professional role that will be both more purposeful and fulfilling.   Eager for More? Here are some...

In career development, we often dont realise how the little steps we take along the way can all cumulatively lead us to our desired path. In today's episode we chat to Jude Stern, Head of Knowledge Management at the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness on her journey into an aspect of healthcare development underpinned by advocacy, educational innovation and research in the field o...

If you've increasingly been curious about what other job opportunities are out there for you, or perhaps have a fairly good idea as to where you want to take your career but aren't sure how to make inroads into a new field of interest, then this episode is for you! In it I share 3 simple strategies that will help answer some of your questions as well as provide clearer insight into your new field...

Have you felt the need for more in your career, but don't know what to do with these feelings? Do you find yourself trying to talk yourself out of considering a career redirection despite this persistent inclination, citing all the 'practical factors' which you feel can't be ignored. In today's episode, I talk about my own experience of taking bold action in moving in a particular direction with t...

Many of the limits we feel hold us back personally and professionally are self-imposed. Each of us has unique potential and the capacity to achieve much more than we realise, if we only get out of our own way and take the cap off our potential. In this episode I share 10 lessons from John C. Maxwell's book "No limits".  By doing taking the cap off your potential, you can build a career in healthca...

Are you fully immersed in the clinical environment but have a keen interest in research? or perhaps you have considered transitioning from clinical practice into a full time academic or research career? Then today's episode is for you! Dr Toyisi shares her own journey of trying to break into the academic space as a clinician and building a notable research career as a healthcare professional.   Ea...

In today's episode I discuss Imposter Syndrome. This is a real psychological condition that leads competent people to doubt their abilities and question the authenticity of their successes. If not addressed, imposter syndrome can keep highly skilled people from accomplishing their full potential and limit their career success. Listen to learn 5 simple strategies to confronting Imposter Syndrome.  ...

How much is your future worth to you? What are you prepared to invest into building a career that will bring you both job and fulfillment as a healthcare professional? In today's episode, I address the issue of people's reluctance to invest in preparing themselves for a job or career they will love. Typically, people don't think twice about spending money on all sorts of self-indulgences, but find...

Has your career been a series of twists and turns? In this episode, Australian-based optometrist Izane Bosch shares her career journey and how she has grown through different industry roles on her pursuit towards an area of healthcare she hopes to impact in her future career path; demonstrating her commitment to lifelong learning and making an impact on a much larger scale in the area of public he...

Sometimes the circumstances in our lives can cause us to feel trapped. However, in today's episode, I share how I didn't allow real structural circumstances in my own life to keep me from carving out a new reality when growing up in apartheid South Africa. By being clear on the future you desire and taking charge of the process to get there, you can create the life and career (including the elusiv...

Oftentimes we set broad career goals for ourselves, but never delve into the details, and then wonder why we don't actually achieve these goals. Today's episode emphasizes the value of having SMART career development goals. While having professional development objectives are important, ensuring that they are super clear and specific will go a long way towards supporting your overall success in he...

Many people make rash career change decisions, without taking the time to understand their Purpose, and how they may be called to serve in different roles and seasons of their professional lives. The lesson in this episode is that knowing your purpose as a health professional will help you be intentional when it comes to career moves. When you have this clarity, the uncertainty that often accompan...

This is Part 2 of an interview with Sanele Buthelezi, a rising star in health professions education, healthcare leadership and higher education optometry in South Africa, who has set for himself clear career goals as a young academic, emphasizing the importance of mentorship along your career development journey. His confidence in reaching these professional goals will inspire you! Eager for More?...

In this episode I interview a rising star in health professions education who through his own experience of cultural incompetence in the clinical practice context as an optometrist, has now carved out an academic career in the niche area of cultural competence and cultural safety.   Eager for More? Here are some Next STEPS:   >>> Grab your copy of our Career Pivot Checklist here https://b...

In this episode, I give an overview of what career coaching is, and the general purpose of this important part of professional development and career planning. I also discuss why career clarity is an important part of career coaching in order for you to design a fulfilling career aligned with your values, interests and life goals.   Eager for More? Here are some Next STEPS:   >>> Grab you...

Your gift is meant not only to be nurtured, but also to be shared. In this episode, I highlight how we ought to be good stewards of our gifts, within and outside of our professions in healthcare, and through these, serve others.   Eager for more? Here are some Next STEPS: >>> Grab your copy of our Career Pivot Checklist here https://bit.ly/careerpivotchecklist   >>> Book a 1 hour...