The Career By Design Podcast with Stacey Back

Stacey Back
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Are you a high-achiever at a crossroads in your career?   The Career By Design Podcast is for you if you're an ambitious leader who is confused about your direction, stuck in self-doubt or feeling out of control in your career.   Consider this show your fortnightly resource to help you develop the clarity, confidence and strategy to take ownership of your career.   Hosted by global career development coach Stacey Back, this conversational podcast explores what it really means to redefine success and create a career on YOUR terms.    With 16+ years in coaching, people development, HR & recruitment, Stacey shares unique insights from her corporate career and experience running a business. You'll learn the exact strategies she used to change careers, shift into more aligned work -- and how she's supported hundreds of leaders to do the same.   Every Thursday fortnight, Stacey will deliver practical strategies to develop your career, mindset and leadership skills. Plus, you’ll hear guest experts and inspiring stories from individuals who’ve created their careers by design -- to show YOU what’s possible too.   Expect a dose of inspiration, to be challenged to think differently and actionable advice you can immediately implement.   Hit subscribe and get ready to design a career that's fulfilling, sustainable -- AND supports your lifestyle!   Find out more at staceyback.com.

  1. 10月1日

    #49: How To Craft Your Dream Career (When It Doesn’t Exist)

    What do you do if your current role isn’t the right fit for YOU? You love your work, clients (or aspects of what you do). Yet your ‘ideal’ role or the way you want to work is… outside the box. Well, today I’m talking about how to design the career you WANT.  Over the years, I’ve seen so many talented people leaving jobs in search of the ‘right role’.  They start a new role and at first, it’s great. But 6 months in, the dissatisfaction starts creeping back in. Some people change companies many times but find moving jobs doesn’t fix it.   Searched high and low for your ‘ideal’ role only to realise -- it doesn’t exist? Then, create it! Designing your dream role isn’t a crazy idea. We’re all going to experience several career changes throughout our working lives. It’s smart to think outside the box and craft the path you actually want.  If your current role doesn’t quite fit, this episode is for you. I’m sharing six strategies to help you create a career on YOUR terms. You'll learn: What job-hopping or always looking for the ‘right’ role is REALLY trying to tell you -- and the one reframe to create the career you wantThe REAL reason you haven’t yet found your ideal role and how simple neuroscience can help you see new career possibilitiesThe biggest mistake high-achievers make and how to shift your approach, so you create a career that’s fulfilling AND sustainableWhat the smartest and most successful people do differently -- and how you can create a career which ‘works’ for youSurprising ways you can create your own role internally or find new opportunities BEFORE companies go to marketHow to stop trying to fit yourself to ONE job when you’re multi-passionate -- and practical ideas to craft a career which is the right for YOU! So hit play NOW -- and let’s dive in! Thanks for listening. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a 5 star rating and review. It helps more people find the podcast and benefit too! LINKS: At a crossroads in your career? Take the FREE Career Success Code Assessment. Book a 60 minute Career Strategy Session for support with one immediate career goal or challenge. Ready to find clarity, overcome self-doubt and create a strategy to move forward with confidence? Check out the Ignite Your Career program and apply for a free 30 minute consult to get started. Learn more about my services for individuals and organisations at staceyback.com or connect with me on LinkedIn or Instagram.

    15 分钟

  2. 9月17日

    #48: 5 Signs Self-Doubt Is Crushing Your Career (And How To Break Free)

    Do you ever feel insecure or question your abilities? If so, you’re not alone. Even the most accomplished leaders I coach experience self-doubt. So today, I’m unpacking how it could be quietly sabotaging your success. Self-doubt is one of the biggest barriers to career progression. You feel like a fraud despite evidence of your accomplishments, avoid taking risks or stepping outside your comfort zone. Your lack of confidence stops you showing up in a meaningful way and you begin to see your self-doubt as a sign you’re truly incapable. All this keeps you stuck, out of action and if left unchecked, can silently stall your career growth for YEARS. This has major consequences for your career. Self-doubt holds you back from speaking up in meetings, so you fail to get noticed. Or it hinders your ability to develop relationships with senior stakeholders to progress your career.  It may also stop you asking for the pay rise or promotion you know you deserve, applying for the job you want, or making yourself visible to clients to build your network.  After working with hundreds of high-achievers, I’ve seen self-doubt doesn’t always show up as insecurity. Often, it hides in the very behaviours many workplaces reward. In this episode, I’m sharing five subtle signs self-doubt is crushing YOUR career. You’ll discover how to build the confidence you need to realise your full potential.  You'll learn: Why striving to be ‘perfect’ is a major source of self-doubt and how taking imperfect action will help you break freeHow ignoring what you WANT in favour of what you ‘should’ do is sabotaging your career success -- and what to do about itWhen hard work is a sign of self-doubt and the ONE mindset shift to help you draw the line with overworkingWhy being naturally talented can become your biggest career block -- and what to do when self-doubt kicks in to avoid quitting too soonHow to stop constantly comparing yourself to others and move forward with confidence So hit play NOW -- and let’s dive in! Thanks for listening. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave me a 5 star rating and review. It helps more people find the podcast and benefit too! LINKS: At a crossroads in your career? Take the FREE Career Success Code Assessment. Book a 60 minute Career Strategy Session for support with one immediate career goal or challenge. Ready to find clarity, overcome self-doubt and create a strategy to move forward with confidence? Check out the Ignite Your Career program and apply for a free 30 minute consult to get started. Learn more about my services for individuals and organisations at staceyback.com or connect with me on LinkedIn or Instagram.

    12 分钟

  3. 9月3日

    #47: 4 Guaranteed Ways To Clarify What You Want Next In Your Career

    Going round and round in circles trying to figure out what you want next in your career? Today, I’m talking about how I moved from overthinking to clarity -- and now support my clients to do the same in their careers. There’s a common mistake I see high-achievers make when they’re at a career crossroads. One which is keeping them stuck. And it’s something I did too…  Back in 2017, I was feeling unfulfilled in my decade long recruitment career and burnt out in my business. I remember agonising over what I wanted to do next for months.  I spent hours going down the Google rabbit hole, hoping my dream career path would magically jump out at me! But trying to THINK my way to a solution kept me stuck in analysis paralysis.  I know it sounds counterintuitive -- especially when you’re logical and strategic. Yet trying to think your way to clarity is exactly what keeps you stuck. So what helped me find clarity? It was TAKING ACTION. By following my curiosity and finding practical ways to explore different career paths. In this episode, I’m sharing 4 steps to help you shift out of analysis paralysis and into action, so you start finding clarity on your career direction.  These ideas are practical, grounded in experience and designed to move you from confusion to clarity. You'll learn: Why getting clear on your internal motivation is the essential first step, so you find clarity on your direction a whole lot fasterThe surprising question that shifts ‘I don’t know what I want’ into clarity on your next stepA powerful strategy to pinpoint what you want next, grow your network and unlock new career opportunitiesThe game-changing step to discover what you enjoy, build transferrable skills and clarify your ideal career path So hit play NOW -- and let’s dive in! Thanks for listening. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave me a 5 star rating and review. It helps more people find the podcast and benefit too!  LINKS: At a crossroads in your career? Take the FREE Career Success Code Assessment  Book a 60 minute Career Strategy Session for support with one immediate career goal or challenge. Ready to find clarity, build confidence and create a strategy to take ownership of your career? Check out the Ignite Your Career program and apply for a free 30 minute consult to get started. Learn more about my services for individuals and organisations at staceyback.com or connect with me on LinkedIn or Instagram.

    11 分钟

  4. 8月20日

    #46: Career By Design Case Study: From ‘Coasting’ To Changing Careers In Their Current Company

    Are you caught up in the ‘hamster wheel’ of daily tasks and realising you’ve completely neglected your long-term career goals? Today we’re talking about how to take back control and start creating the career you WANT -- without burning out or starting over. This is the first instalment of a brand new ‘Career By Design’ case study series. In these episodes, I’m giving you an exclusive, behind the scenes look at my clients’ career transformations. Out of respect to their employers or for confidentiality reasons, many leaders I work with choose to share their experiences anonymously. So my intention with this series is to take you a layer deeper into my observations of HOW they navigated a career crossroads. As with all the case studies in this series, there are 3 things these clients have in common which you can use to create a career on your terms too: 1. Clarity: Figuring out WHY you’re unhappy in your current career and WHAT you truly want before attempting to change it. 2. Confidence: Shifting your mindset and overcoming the fears and doubts keeping you stuck to build confidence 3. Career Strategy: Focusing on solving the RIGHT problem and knowing which strategies to use to get the results you want. In this episode, you’ll hear how one client went from letting their career unfold, to driving their own development. Discover HOW they made a complete career change in their current company -- and walk away with ideas to make an internal move in your organisation too.  You'll learn: How this client went from confused to clear on their direction -- and the ONE quality you need to make the right career decisionsThe biggest fear which holds even the most confident high-achievers back in their careers and how to move through itSpecific strategies which helped this client make an internal move into a new career -- and 3 things that separate those who land the right role, faster (from those who don’t)Top takeaways you can apply right now to create a career on YOUR terms -- even if you think you’re too busy or are worried about making the wrong move So hit play NOW -- and let’s dive in! Thanks for listening. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave me a 5 star rating and review. It helps more people find the podcast and benefit too! Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars and then select ‘Write a review.’ Then, be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode! LINKS: Book a 60 minute Career Strategy Session for support with one immediate career goal or challenge. Ready to find clarity, build confidence and create a strategy to take ownership of your career? Check out the Ignite Your Career program and apply for a free 30 minute consult to get started. Learn more about my services for individuals and organisations at staceyback.com or connect with me on LinkedIn or Instagram.

    14 分钟

  5. 8月6日

    #45: 3 Ways To Take Control Of Your Career And Find Success (In An AI World)

    Are robots REALLY coming for your role? Today, we’re talking about what AI actually means for your career and simple steps you can take now to stay ahead. In my last corporate role, there was a running joke I had IT Helpdesk on speed dial. Digital devices seem to self-destruct in my presence -- and I’m certainly no AI expert!  But despite my tech challenges, I’ve chosen to fully embrace AI. I’ve trained my own custom GPT as a thinking partner to help me brainstorm ideas or refine my content (never create it).  Still, when it comes to AI taking over my role, I thought my profession was pretty futureproof. My work is ALL about human connection and requires a multitude of human skills AI can’t replicate. That was until I saw a Wall Street Journal article claiming an AI was the “best career coach” someone ever had. And it got me thinking... If AI can be a ‘coach’ -- what else could it take over? And more importantly, what could this mean for YOUR career path? In this episode, I’m sharing my REAL thoughts on this, including how AI is already impacting other professions, whether robots are coming for your role and what this tells us about the future of work. You’ll walk away with 3 practical tips to take back control and futureproof your career in the age of AI.  Because while I’m not a tech expert, what I DO know a lot about is career planning and how to advance your career in the changing world of work!  You'll learn: What generative AI means for knowledge workers -- and how to go from overwhelmed to adapting to change, faster than you thinkWhy working hard won’t guarantee success and the ONE shift you must make to keep your skills relevant and futureproof your careerThe specific skills you need in the age of AI so you stay competitive, no matter how your profession evolvesHow exploring non-linear paths can open up opportunities you never even imagined -- and help you take ownership of your career in a changing world So hit play NOW -- and let’s dive in! Thanks for listening. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave me a 5 star rating and review. It helps more people find the podcast and benefit too! Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars and then select ‘Write a review.’ Then, be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode! LINKS: Book a 60 minute Career Strategy Session for support with one immediate career goal or challenge. Ready to find clarity, build confidence and create a strategy to take ownership of your career? Check out the Ignite Your Career program and apply for a free 30 minute consult to get started. Learn more about my services for individuals and organisations at staceyback.com or connect with me on LinkedIn or Instagram.

    14 分钟

  6. 7月23日

    #44: 4 Proven Ways To Become More Confident As A Leader

    How do you build confidence as a leader? Is confidence something you’re born with, which only certain people possess -- or can you create it over time? This is exactly what I’ll be unpacking on today’s episode. Shifting from self-doubt to confidence is one of the three core pillars of my work -- and a common reason leaders seek my support. Confidence is critical to building visibility, credibility and influence. It’s what helps you speak up in high-stakes meetings, get buy-in for your ideas and progress in your career without second-guessing yourself. PLUS, it earns you trust as a leader and strengthens relationships with your team and clients. If you’ve ever looked at someone and thought they’re more confident than you, chances are they experience self-doubt as well.  So what’s the secret they seem to have figured out? In this episode, I’m sharing some tried and true tips to build your confidence as a leader. You’ll walk away with four ways to overcome the self-doubt getting in the way of what you want! You'll learn: The number one secret to stop proving yourself and start leading with confidence -- by being MORE of who you are, not lessThe biggest myth about introverts and confidence -- and what to do if you’re quietly holding yourself backWhy leveraging your strengths (not fixing your flaws) is the key to building confidence as a leaderA surprising lesson my 3-year-old nephew taught me about confidence -- and the ONE quality you need to overcome self-doubt So hit play NOW -- and let’s dive in! Thanks for listening. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave me a 5 star rating and review. It helps more people find the podcast and benefit too! Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars and then select ‘Write a review.’ Then, be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode! LINKS: Book a 60 minute Career Strategy Session for support with one immediate career goal or challenge. Ready to find clarity, build confidence and create a strategy to take ownership of your career? Check out the Ignite Your Career program and apply for a free 30 minute consult to get started. Learn more about my services for individuals and organisations at staceyback.com or connect with me on LinkedIn or Instagram.

    13 分钟

  7. 7月9日

    #43: How To Gain Career Momentum NOW (Without Waiting For Your Next Review)

    Are you waiting until your next performance review to have a conversation about your career goals? Today, we’re talking about why this isn’t the most strategic move -- and what to do instead. And just like that... we’re officially HALF-WAY through 2025! In Australia, July marks the start of a brand new financial year. This means most annual performance reviews have happened and companies are now announcing pay rises, promotions and bonuses. But no matter where you are in the world, now is the perfect time to pause and reflect on what you want next in your career. Whatever it is, don’t wait until your next performance review to raise it. Because the best time to ask for what you wanted THIS year was 6-12 months ago. The second best time is NOW! So if you're sitting here thinking:  "I wanted a pay rise and didn’t get one” "I was hoping for that promotion… yet nothing’s been mentioned”, or“I’m unsure if I’m even on track to get where I want to go next year” You’re not alone. I see this all the time from high-achievers who’ve been promoted based on technical ability. They believe if they put their head down and work hard, they’ll get tapped on the shoulder for promotion. Yet the truth is, this only takes you so far.  In this episode, I’m sharing the exact steps to start the conversation with your leader. You’ll find out HOW to communicate what you want with clarity and confidence, so you set yourself up for success in the year ahead! You'll learn: 3 powerful questions to assess your current situation, so you know exactly what to focus on nextPractical tips to clarify your top career goal and commit to what matters most over the next 6-12 monthsHow to initiate a two-way conversation with your leader and co-create a clear plan to reach your goalSimple structures to remain accountable and avoid getting caught up in your daily to-do list, so you stay on track with your goal So hit play NOW -- and let’s dive in! Thanks for listening. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave me a 5 star rating and review. It helps more people find the podcast and benefit too! LINKS: Book a 60 minute Career Strategy Session for support with one immediate career goal or challenge. Ready to clarify your goals, have high-stakes conversations with confidence and create a strategy which actually works? Check out Ignite Your Career and apply for a free 30 minute consult to get started! Learn more about my services for individuals and organisations at staceyback.com or connect with me on LinkedIn or Instagram.

    13 分钟

  8. 6月25日

    #42: 5 Powerful Ways To Take Control Of Your Career NOW Without Leaving Your Company

    Thinking about a new direction in your career -- but don’t know if your boss will back it? Unsure if the opportunity EVEN exists internally? If you’ve been wrestling with these questions, you’re not alone. This is a common challenge I hear from high-achieving leaders who’ve accomplished a lot -- yet feel like they’ve hit the ceiling in their current company or team. Last week, I spoke to a group of global leaders and one of them asked these exact questions. It’s a BIG topic I didn’t have time to fully explore on the call, so I wanted to dive deeper into it with you today. In this episode, I’m unpacking how to take ownership of your next career move -- without ALWAYS needing to walk away from your current organisation. You'll learn: Two common misconceptions that keep high-achievers stuck or lead them to leave their employers too soonThe first step to take ownership of your next move -- which often reveals you DON'T need to change companies, only your approachHow to communicate your goals and position your development as a win-win, so you gain the support of your bossPractical ways to explore internal career paths, so you can have greater visibility of what’s possible WITHIN the businessWhat to do when your manager doesn't support your goals -- so you stay in control and futureproof your career This episode is a MUST listen before you update your resume or start job searching. So hit play NOW -- and let’s dive in! Thanks for listening. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave me a 5 star rating and review. It helps more people find the podcast and benefit too! LINKS: Want further support to take control of your next career move? Check out the Ignite Your Career program for high-achievers who are ready to take ownership of their careers with clarity, confidence and a strategic plan. If you’re interested in working together, I invite you to book a call with me. Learn more about my services for individuals and organisations at staceyback.com or connect with me on LinkedIn or Instagram.

    13 分钟
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Are you a high-achiever at a crossroads in your career?   The Career By Design Podcast is for you if you're an ambitious leader who is confused about your direction, stuck in self-doubt or feeling out of control in your career.   Consider this show your fortnightly resource to help you develop the clarity, confidence and strategy to take ownership of your career.   Hosted by global career development coach Stacey Back, this conversational podcast explores what it really means to redefine success and create a career on YOUR terms.    With 16+ years in coaching, people development, HR & recruitment, Stacey shares unique insights from her corporate career and experience running a business. You'll learn the exact strategies she used to change careers, shift into more aligned work -- and how she's supported hundreds of leaders to do the same.   Every Thursday fortnight, Stacey will deliver practical strategies to develop your career, mindset and leadership skills. Plus, you’ll hear guest experts and inspiring stories from individuals who’ve created their careers by design -- to show YOU what’s possible too.   Expect a dose of inspiration, to be challenged to think differently and actionable advice you can immediately implement.   Hit subscribe and get ready to design a career that's fulfilling, sustainable -- AND supports your lifestyle!   Find out more at staceyback.com.

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