Stacey’s Insights
Practical career strategies, mindset tips and insights on leadership and running a business, with Stacey Back.
From ‘quitting is my only option’ to planned exit on their terms
Are you feeling so consumed by your work that you’re ready to quit without a plan -- even if it could lead to serious financial and career setbacks? Today, we're talking about how to stop running away from your current situation when you’re a senior leader or...
4 patterns keeping high-achievers stuck in ‘not enough’ (and HOW to fix it)
Have you ever felt like you’re not good enough? That you’re not qualified enough, smart or successful enough. Not confident enough, old or young enough. In short -- you’re not enough. Today, I’m talking about the specific ways I see this show up when you’re a...
Is it too late to create the career you want? (Here’s HOW to know)
Have you left it too late to create the career you want? Or are you telling yourself time is running out to make a change? If you're a senior leader at a career crossroads and you're circling these very questions, today I'm giving you a filter to run your situation...
The Career Reset: How to finish 2026 strong (no matter where you are now)
Have you been putting your head down and working hard since the start of January -- without pausing to check your career is moving in the direction you want? If so, today I’m walking you through a mid-year career reset to finish 2026 strong. I can't quite believe it...
4 ways to figure out what you want next in your career (EVEN if you ‘don’t have time’)
Ready to make a change in your career -- but you’re too busy to start? Finding another year has gone by, you're no closer to clarifying your direction and you're wondering if you've left it too late? Today, I'm talking about one of the biggest roadblocks holding...
The hidden reason you feel invisible in your career (and WHAT to do about it)
Have you been Googling ‘how to be more visible at work’ -- only to keep getting the same surface level advice? Today, we're talking about why so many high-achievers aren't feeling seen despite their success and what to do about it. I recently started working with a...
From dead-end job and making a ‘wrong’ move to dream career
Are you feeling frustrated in your career and tempted to take the first opportunity that comes along -- so you can escape where you are now? Today, we're talking about why jumping straight into a job search ISN’T the smartest strategy and how to ensure your next...
AMA: Honouring your values at work & balancing ‘The Juggle’ with long-term goals
Have you got a burning career question that you’re dying to get answered? Whether you want to know how to communicate your priorities and honour your values at work, stay career driven while balancing the juggle of a young family -- or identify the skills to...
How to test a new career idea today (and reduce risk with your move)
Are you thinking about pursuing a new career path -- but there’s a lot at risk? Whether you aren’t sure where to start, are worried about making the wrong choice -- or throwing away everything you’ve invested into your current career, this article is for you. Today,...
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