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• #291: How to Lead Yourself at Work: Mindset Shifts for Career Success with Elizabeth Lotardo

  🎙️ Episode OverviewIn this episode of the Career Change Maker Podcast, I’m joined by Elizabeth Lotardo,  Author of Leading Yourself, employee engagement consultant, and LinkedIn Learning instructor who has taught over two million people how to lead themselves. Elizabeth shares the surprising findings from her extensive research into what drives true employee engagement and why the real key isn’t the conditions you work in, but the skills and mindsets you develop to engage yourself no matter the circumstances.We explore practical strategies for cultivating radical accountability, shifting from output-based to input-based goals, and finding meaning even in challenging situations.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeThe skillset behind engagement – Why self-leadership is the foundation for sustained motivation and performance, regardless of external factors.Mindset shifts that make a difference – Four consistent mental habits of highly engaged people across industries and roles.Practical tools to lead yourself – From the “This Is My Chance” reframe to input-based goal setting, how to stay empowered in your career.Action StepsAudit your mindset – Reflect on how you respond to challenges. Are you defaulting to frustration, or finding meaning and opportunity?Break down your goals – Identify the controllable actions that drive your outcomes, and focus your energy there.Practise daily self-leadership – Integrate small moments of intentional thinking into your routine, like on your commute or while doing household tasks.Connect with Elizabeth Lotardo:Website: elizabethlotardo.comLinkedIn: Elizabeth LotardoConnect with Janine Work with JanineCareer Change Maker WebsiteJoin the Career Navigator weekly email seriesSend us a text

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• #290 : Why Slowing Down Makes You a Stronger Leader

  Description🎙️ Episode OverviewIn this episode of the Career Change Maker Podcast, I explore The Power of the Pause and why slowing down is one of the most underrated productivity tools for leaders.I share a client story that highlights how stepping back can create space for clarity and momentum, and I open up about my own season of recovery where I’ve experienced first-hand the benefits of slowing all the way down as a business leader and mum.I also reflect on a recent girls’ trip that became a surprising leadership lesson in the value of fun, environment shifts, and surrounding yourself with the right people. What You’ll Learn in This Episode:✅ A Pause is a Strategy, Not a Setback: Why intentional breaks can actually move you forward faster.✅ Leadership Lessons From Stepping Away: How my girls’ trip highlighted the power of fun, environment, and connection.✅ Clarity Comes in the Quiet: Why the best decisions often come when you stop forcing them.Action Steps:💡 Identify one area of your work or life where taking a pause could bring more clarity.💡 Schedule a micro-pause (daily) or macro-pause (quarterly) to reset and refocus.💡 Reflect on who you are surrounding yourself with and whether they energise or drain you.Resources:Work with JanineCareer Change Maker WebsiteJoin the Career Navigator weekly email seriesFollow Janine Esbrand on InstagramConnect with Janine Esbrand on LinkedInSubscribe to Janine Esbrand's YouTube ChannelSend us a text

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• #289 : How to Lead Without Losing Yourself with Kerry Griffith

  🎙️ Episode OverviewIn this episode of the Career Change Makers Podcast, I sit down with Kerry Griffith,  a culture and inclusion changemaker, helping organisations to thrive by leveraging the power of diversity and inclusive leadership. In addition to his corporate portfolio, Kerry consults on various boards including those supporting widening participation, equity and inclusion within the education sector. When not working, Kerry can be found exploring culture through food, music and the arts. Kerry opens up about his personal journey from a traditional career path to a purpose-driven mission centred around empathy, active listening, and personal growth. We discuss the realities of career transitions, the value of staying true to yourself as a leader, and the power of inclusion in building stronger, more dynamic teams.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:✅ Career Transitions Require Courage: Why Kerry left a secure finance career and how he navigated the uncertainty to find more meaningful work.✅ Empathy and Listening Are Core to Leadership: How inclusive leadership starts with understanding your team’s experiences and perspectives.✅ Authenticity Builds Stronger Cultures: Why leading from a place of self-awareness and openness creates lasting impact.Action Steps:💡 Reflect on whether your current career path still aligns with who you are becoming not just who you were.💡 Start a conversation with a colleague or team member focused solely on listening and understanding their experience.💡 Identify one area where you can lead more inclusively, whether through language, action, or mindset.Resources:Work with JanineCareer Change Maker WebsiteJoin the Career Navigator weekly email seriesFollow Janine Esbrand on InstagramConnect with Janine Esbrand on LinkedInSubscribe to Janine Esbrand's YouTube Channel👉 Subscribe, Share, and Leave a ReviewIf you’re on a journey to elevate your leadership and make a greater impact, hit subscribe to the Career Change Maker Podcast. Share this episode with your network, and leave a review to help more professionals discover the show and achieve their leadership goals.Send us a textSend us a text

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• #288: 3 Signs You’ve Outgrown The Way You Work

  🎙️ Episode OverviewAre you feeling constant friction at work, bored yet overwhelmed, or noticing physical resistance as you move through your days? These might be signs that you’ve outgrown your current way of working.In this episode, I explore the three signs that your work style no longer fits your new season or leadership level. I share why delegation and strategic thinking become non-negotiable as you grow, plus practical steps to help you redesign your work approach for greater impact and fulfilment.💡 What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeThe three signs you’ve outgrown your current work styleWhy delegation is crucial for effective leadership and productivityHow to create space for strategic thinking and professional growthPractical ways to embrace change and evolve your approach✅ Action StepsAudit your time: Identify where your time is being spent and what needs to be delegated.Schedule CEO time: Block out at least one hour this week for thinking and strategic planning.Pay attention to resistance: Notice any physical or emotional resistance and ask what changes it’s calling you to make.💡 Resources🔗 1:1 Coaching with Janine – Ready to redesign the way you work and lead with impact at your next level? Learn more about personalised coaching support: janineesbrand.com/coaching📰 Subscribe to Career Navigator – Get weekly career and leadership development insights direct to your inbox: janinesbrand.substack.com🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate & review the show so you never miss an episode and can help me grow the show. Send us a text

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• #287 : Why You’re Feeling Anxious After Your Promotion or Career Change

  Are you a high-achieving woman who’s recently been promoted or made a career change… but instead of feeling excited, you’re feeling anxious or overwhelmed. In this episode, I explore why this emotional hangover happens after a promotion or big career move. I share personal stories from my journey qualifying as a lawyer and transitioning into my business, plus practical steps to help you navigate this season with confidence and self-compassion.💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why you may feel anxious, overwhelmed, or deflated after a promotion or career changeThe hidden micro-grief that comes with leaving a familiar role or environment behindHow to adjust to your new leadership level with more ease and confidenceThree practical steps to manage the emotional hangover and build momentum in your new role✅ Action Steps:Name it to normalise it: acknowledge the emotional hangover rather than internalising it as failureAnchor yourself in small wins: rebuild your confidence brick by brickSchedule intentional recharge time: protect your energy as you adjust to this new season💡 Resources:🔗 Exclusive Summer Intensive VIP Coaching – Ready to elevate your visibility and position yourself as a leader? This half-day private coaching intensive will help you clarify your unique leadership brand, identify visibility opportunities and build your influence - to learn more email [email protected]🔗 1:1 Coaching with Janine – Ready for ongoing personalised support to navigate your career and leadership journey with confidence and clarity? Learn more about working together: janineesbrand.com/coaching📰 Subscribe to Career Navigator – Get weekly career and leadership development insights direct to your inbox: janinesbrand.substack.com🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate & review the show so you never miss an episode.Send us a text

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