Catapult Your Career

Michael Glassock

Catapult Your Career is a podcast hosted by Michael Glassock where we delve into the reality of various careers, explore practical advice you wish you could have given yourself before entering your current profession and a raft of other topics!

  1. Leadership Beyond the Numbers with Peter Yilmaz

    22H AGO

    Leadership Beyond the Numbers with Peter Yilmaz

    Leadership Beyond the Numbers with Peter Yilmaz In this episode of Catapult Your Career Michael sits down with Peter Yilmaz, a CFO in the pharmaceutical industry and executive coach, to explore what leadership really looks like at the highest levels. Peter shares how his leadership journey evolved from being purely results driven to embracing a people first, coaching led approach. Together, they unpack what separates good managers from great leaders, and how to thrive in today’s fast changing world. 🔑 Key Takeaways: Leadership is not just about results it’s about how those results are achievedEarly career success often comes from execution, but senior leadership requires navigating ambiguityThe shift from technical expert to leader comes from connecting people to a shared visionCoaching transforms leadership by increasing self awareness and emotional intelligenceThe loudest voice in the room is not always the most valuable contributorLeadership requires adapting to individuals one style does not fit all 🔗 CONNECT WITH ME Website- https://www.michaelglassockcoaching.com/ Linkedin- https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelglassock/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/michaelglassockcoaching/ Tik Tok- (4)MG (@michaelglassockcoaching) | TikTok 🔗 CONNECT WITH PETER Linkedin- https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-y-8515421/ 🔗 OTHER LINKS Find out more about the Johari Window (Self-Awareness Framework) here - https://thedecisionlab.com/reference-guide/psychology/johari-window Book recommendation from Tony Robbins - The Fourth Turning: An American Prophecy - What the Cycles of History Tell Us About America's Next Rendezvous with Destiny by William Strauss and Neil Howe (https://www.worldofbooks.com/en-gb/products/fourth-turning-book-william-strauss-9780767900461?sku=NGR9780767900461)

    49 min
  2. Leadership, Career Growth & Finding Purpose in Public Service with James Wilson

    APR 3

    Leadership, Career Growth & Finding Purpose in Public Service with James Wilson

    Leadership, Career Growth & Finding Purpose in Public Service with James Wilson In this episode, Michael sits down with James Wilson, Lead Director for the Mid and South Essex Community Collaborative. With over 25 years of experience across local government and the NHS, James shares his journey into public service, his leadership philosophy, and how collaboration can transform healthcare outcomes. Together, they explore career development, leadership growth, and the importance of aligning your work with your values. Key Takeaways You don’t need a perfect career plan, as exploring different roles can help you discover what truly motivates you. Career growth is rarely linear, so focus on where you add value rather than chasing titles. Self-awareness is essential for leadership, as understanding your values and behaviours helps you lead authentically. Kindness and compassion are critical leadership strengths, especially in high-pressure environments. Great leaders choose curiosity over frustration when working with different personalities and perspectives. Effective leadership requires balancing the drive for results with the ability to bring people along with you.🔗 CONNECT WITH ME Website- https://www.michaelglassockcoaching.com/ Linkedin- https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelglassock/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/michaelglassockcoaching/ Tik Tok- (4)MG (@michaelglassockcoaching) | TikTok 🔗 CONNECT WITH JAMES Linkedin- https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-wilson-87109321/

    47 min
  3. Beyond the Classroom: Navigating Career Change After Teaching

    FEB 13

    Beyond the Classroom: Navigating Career Change After Teaching

    Beyond the Classroom: Navigating Career Change After Teaching In this powerful and honest episode of Catapult Your Career, Michael sits down with someone very special his wife, co-founder, and former teacher, Jess. Together, they unpack her seven year journey in education, the emotional decision to leave teaching, and how wellbeing became the foundation for her career transition. Jess shares the raw realities of teaching, the identity shift that comes with leaving a profession you once loved, and how she found clarity through yoga, reflection, and courage. 🔑 Key Takeaways: Passion can evolve- Just because you once loved something doesn’t mean it must last forever.Burnout often happens in survival mode- When you’re constantly “go, go, go,” reflection becomes impossible.Identity loss is real- Leaving teaching felt like losing a part of who she was.Write it down- Jess listed her skills, values, wants, and non-negotiables to map possible next steps.Wellbeing isn’t optional- Yoga became her anchor a daily practice that helped her regulate stress and think clearly.Trust the process- Even when you feel lost, clarity often comes after you take the first brave step.🔗 CONNECT WITH ME Website- https://www.michaelglassockcoaching.com/ Linkedin- https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelglassock/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/michaelglassockcoaching/ Tik Tok- (4)MG (@michaelglassockcoaching) | TikTok 🔗 CONNECT WITH JESS Linkedin- Jessica Glassock | LinkedIn Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/jmgyoga?igsh=ajNvd3BveHJwd2Uz Book an online yoga class- https://gymcatch.com/app/provider/7388 🔗 OTHER LINKS CYC Online Portal (Yoga Classes Included)- https://michael-glassock.mykajabi.com/catapult-your-career-portal-1984363b-8c83-4087-bc08-752141702cb3 Yoga Teacher Training Course- https://www.yintotheyangyoga.co.uk/essexyogateachertraining200hours

    32 min
  4. From Engineer to Empowerment Coach: Katie Stoddart on Building a Purpose-Driven Life

    JAN 16

    From Engineer to Empowerment Coach: Katie Stoddart on Building a Purpose-Driven Life

    From Engineer to Empowerment Coach: Katie Stoddart on Building a Purpose Driven Life Founder & CEO of The FocusBee, award winning high performance coach, keynote speaker, podcast host, and author of The Magic of Focus. In this episode of Catapult Your Career, host Michael dives into the extraordinary career journey of Katie Stoddart, who transitioned from being a hydrographer mapping the ocean floor to a sought after leadership and high performance coach. Katie shares her thoughtful reflections on: 🌊 Her early career at sea and why she left engineering ✨ What it really means to “follow your passion” (and why it’s often misunderstood) 🎯 The truth about entrepreneurship, purpose, and sustainable high performance 🧭 What leadership really means, and why everyone is a leader 🔄 How your zone of genius and energy alignment shape career fulfilment 🌱 Her personal 'why' and what drives her mission to empower aligned, joyful leadership 🔗 CONNECT WITH ME Website- https://www.michaelglassockcoaching.com/ Linkedin- https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelglassock/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/michaelglassockcoaching/ 🔗 CONNECT WITH KATIE Katie’s Website- https://thefocusbee.com/ Podcast- The Focus Bee Show https://open.spotify.com/show/1FXrSYkzarutA1asVVxzB0 Book- The Magic of Focus https://www.katiestoddart.com/book LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiestoddart/

    42 min

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Catapult Your Career is a podcast hosted by Michael Glassock where we delve into the reality of various careers, explore practical advice you wish you could have given yourself before entering your current profession and a raft of other topics!