Your Worthy Career

Join me today as I talk with my client, Katherine Shu. Katherine works in Quality Assurance and reached out to me late last year for help with her career. In this episode, we talk about what prompted her to reach out for coaching to figure out what she wanted in her career, the obstacles she had to overcome to reach her goals, and how coaching with me has given her the career and life she wanted....

If you’re a woman in Pharma/Biotech who wants a career upgrade - in your current role, a promotion, or a new company - this episode is for you. Get the details you need to know about Beyond the Ceiling so you can create the career you want and improve your current career within 30 days. What you’ll learn: Enrollment details for Beyond the Ceiling What you will achieve in this 4 month group coachin...

If you are doing all the right things and not getting results, this episode is for you. I’m talking about the identity shifts you need to make to get the growth you want. Whether it’s a better relationship, a new job, or feeling good about yourself (and silencing that inner critic), I’m sharing with you the specific shifts you need to make. It is the tipping point that has allowed my clients to ge...

In July I sat down with Matt Wilson who is the Founder of Hustle Productions. He invited me on his podcast to share my journey from working in Pharma to starting my own business.  Spoiler alert but Matt and I met working at AstraZeneca. You’ll hear more about that in the episode. Given the conversations I’ve been having with clients lately and some of you reaching out sharing you really love heari...

If you’re looking for a new job, it can feel like a tedious, never-ending time suck. In this episode, I’m breaking down the specific activities you’re doing that are not giving you your return on investment of time and those that will give you better results in less time. Tune in to hear my fast and slow stream job searching strategy and how you can implement it to find the best job for you more q...

On this episode we are talking about burnout, not just burnout in that you’re working too much and need a vacation, but the burnout that happens from unexpected places. Pretending to be “OK”, putting on a happy face, and pushing through burns you out. Working in a culture that is draining, having unclear expectations, toxic bosses, all of these circumstances burn you out, no matter how many hours...

Today I’m digging into the process of planning for the future and the traps that most people fall into that leave them unhappy and confused. If you’re a perfectionist or someone that likes a good plan, you won’t want to miss this episode. I’m going to share with you how you can achieve bigger goals than you might think, without knowing all the answers right now. You’ll also get a glimpse into the...

If you feel stuck in your career, this episode is for you. This week I’m digging into why you want something different for your career, but you’re not sure what or you’re not taking the action you want to. I’m sharing the specific reasons why you feel stuck so you can understand what is stopping you from having the career you truly want (even if you don’t know what it is). Mentioned in this episod...

This week I am talking to a former client, Swathi Gannavaram, about her experience moving from a bench scientist role to Alliance Management. But this episode has a twist. I worked with Swathi about a year ago, and I wanted her to share her experience of what her career has been like since we stopped coaching. What are the things that stuck with her? What have been the sustainable results she expe...

A common fear I hear from clients is they worry they won’t fulfill their potential. I had this fear too. This thought that there was more to give, bigger problems to solve, a bigger impact to make…but not knowing what needed to be different. On this week’s episode of the podcast, I’m digging into a concept I shared with a client about being in the sandbox and how that was preventing her from seein...

At some point in your career the question comes up, should you move into people management? In this week’s episode, I am digging into how to know if you’re ready to move into a people management role. This episode is going to give you the fundamental traits and skills I suggest you have before making the leap and what to do if you’re interested in being a manager and have a gap or are worried you...

I was talking to a leader in my old Corporate job and she was sharing with me that even with her doing all the right things, she still wasn't being seen as a leader. ​ She did the trainings. Was nominated to be the lead on important projects. Her team loved her. ​ But there were was still a problem. ​ Her leadership didn't see her as someone who could go any farther. Middle management wa...

This episode is unlike any I've done before.  My wife, Ellen Lawrence, who is also a leader within Pharma/Biotech is turning the tables and interviewing me over a glass of a wine. Ellen thought it would be really fun and entertaining for you to hear me get put in the hot seat with questions she created. Tune in as she turns the tables and asks me her burning questions that she thought you wou...

There are 5 things you can do today that will improve your career. Whether you want to get to the next level, are feeling stuck, or just want to enjoy work more, this episode is for you. Mentioned in this episode: Mindset by Dr. Carol Dweck   The Stand Out Leader Incubator is opening for enrollment on July 6th. Learn more here .  What you’ll learn: 5 things you can do to improve your career The mo...

Today we are peeling back the curtain to the Stand Out Leader Incubator. Join me and my client, Stacy Valluzzo for an insider look into the Stand Out Leader Incubator. She is sharing her experience from being in the Incubator the last couple of months. Stacy is an experienced people leader who isn't just sharing her insights on the program but also her advice for being an effective leader. Me...

Today we are digging into the difference between being a leader and thinking like a leader. I believe you can be a leader regardless of title so note that this episode is relevant to you. The way that we think about ourselves and our leadership abilities impacts how effective we are at work. Whether it be how well you influence others, how well you manage your time, or if you’re able to speak up a...

Throughout your career, you will meet people that will make a lasting impression. For me, Jim Massey is one of those people. On today’s episode of the podcast, I’m having a meaningful conversation with Jim about his book, "Trust in Action: The Leader’s Guide to Act. Right. Now." But make no mistake. This episode isn’t just for people leaders. It’s for every person. We are digging into be...

We’ve all been there. You have outgrown your career, you’re looking for a challenge, maybe your culture just isn’t a good fit so you’re considering making a move. But you want to be sure it’s the right one. Today I’m digging into 10 things to avoid before making a career change.  These are red flags I see so many people make that puts them into a new role they later regret or prevents them from ma...

This week we are doing some soul-centered work to help you not only know what your personal and career values are but how to align them with your career. If you want to be happier in your work, figure out your next career move, be a better leader, make better decisions, or maybe all of the above, this episode is for you. You are going to not only learn my values and how I use them but I’m going to...

On this week’s episode I am talking about developing the courage to change. This is a skill you can learn that will change how you view yourself and what is possible for you. Whether you want a new role, to have a difficult conversation with your partner, or to speak up at your next meeting, it all takes courage. But there are real reasons why it’s hard to be courageous. In this episode I’m breaki...

It can be so frustrating when someone doesn’t deliver on their promises. Maybe your team totally missed the mark on a project or a stakeholder just doesn’t seem to get it. One thing is in common - you’re frustrated. On today’s episode of the podcast, I’m sharing with you the 4 key questions to ask yourself to process that frustration and move into productive problem solving so you can get the outc...

A big topic with my clients lately is preparing for interviews and how to set yourself apart from all of the other qualified candidates.  One question that is almost always asked but can easily slip you up is, “Why should we choose you?” or “Why are you the best person for this job?” On this week’s episode of the podcast, I’m sharing how to answer this question so well that the interviewer walks a...

This week I'm bringing back one of my post popular episodes with an update of the impact this framework has had now that it has been available for over a year! I hear time and time again from individual contributors and managers alike: My 1-1 is not a good use of time (if they are happening at all). Get ready to feel empowered to have the 1-1s you want with this episode. Instead of only talki...

As a talented high achiever, there can be nothing more frustrating than finally applying for the job and hearing crickets. Or you have an interview but then you don’t get the job. In this episode I am digging into how you react to the news (or lack of news) that tells you that you didn’t get the job. We are talking about work value vs. personal value and how to think about rejection.. This episode...

This week I am sharing with you a unique opportunity to know how to make the right decisions in your career. Whether it’s a new role, how to handle a difficult situation, and make confident decisions about your career, I am going to show you what to do to make a decision you feel good about. What you’ll learn: An upcoming opportunity to attend a workshop with Melissa where she will walk you step b...