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, we’re talking about one of the biggest roadblocks holding high-achievers back from figuring out what’s next in their careers: “I don’t have time”.

I recently met a leader who was at a career crossroads and unsure what they wanted next or how to address it. This person was 100% committed and ready to go ALL IN on working together. However, they initially held off getting started while they waited to hear back about a new role.

My only objective was to help this individual make the right decision. And so the one thing I warned them about was not to let timing be the reason that continued to get in the way.

Because something I see amongst the busy leaders I work with is how easy it is to keep waiting for the ‘right time’. You’ll do it when: you’ve completed this project, returned from leave, started the new role (or insert your condition or timeframe).

And before you know it, months have passed by without anything changing.

In my experience, ‘I don’t have time’ is rarely about time. It often comes up when you’re terrified of failing or throwing away everything you’ve invested into your current career, so it’s safer to stay where you are.

It’s always important to consider your current season or life stage. But notice if you keep putting off exploring what you want next indefinitely or using the ‘time excuse’ out of fear.

In this episode, I’m sharing 4 tips to figure out what you want next in your career — EVEN if you feel like you ‘don’t have time’. You’ll walk away with practical ideas you can personalise to your current capacity and circumstances, so you start creating the career you want.

You’ll learn:

• The ONE mindset shift that separates the leaders who figure out what they want next (from those who don’t)
• Why trying to think your way to clarity won’t work — and how to generate more career ideas in one chat than months of self-reflection
• How to make sure financial pressure never becomes the reason you abandon your long-term career goals
• The secret to creating time that has nothing to do with productivity — and why 15 minutes a week beats doing nothing for 6 months

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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 leader who was feeling completely invisible in their role. No matter how hard they worked, they weren’t recognised for their contribution or receiving regular feedback.

This slowly started chipping away at their self-esteem and impacting how they showed up in interviews, as they began to explore what was next. Though they appeared confident, on the inside they were doubting themselves and questioning their abilities.

Then something interesting emerged in our session…

They tapped back into a hidden part of them: the talented musician who performed on stages in front of people. Someone who was very visible. But somewhere between building their career and becoming successful, they’d locked it away.

Now, many career coaches address visibility using external tactics. And I could have helped this client with their presentation skills or how to answer challenging interview questions.

Yet what I see amongst the senior leaders I work with, is that you can’t solve visibility from the outside. Because it’s an identity issue.

In this episode, I’m sharing the REAL reason high-achievers feel invisible in their careers. Discover 3 ways to address this from the inside-out, so you’re seen with confidence!

You’ll learn:

• The two ways visibility shows up for high-achievers and how recognising which one’s running your career is the first step to change it
• Why the external ‘success’ you’ve spent your entire career building is actually making you feel invisible
• Why knowing your value proposition isn’t enough — and the ONE thing that makes you impossible to ignore
• How to reconnect to who you authentically are beneath your achievements, so you stop worrying what others think
• Practical steps to take if you’re not being recognised — and how to cut through the fear that’s keeping you invisible

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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 career move is one you won’t regret!

This episode is part of the ‘Career By Design’ case study series, where I give you an exclusive, behind the scenes look at my clients’ career transformations. My intention with this series is to show you there isn’t one definition or clear pathway to success. Instead, it’s about identifying what this looks like to YOU.

Despite their different backgrounds, there are 3 things every client has in common which you can use to create a career by design too:

1. Clarity: Getting clear on what’s missing in your current career and what you want before attempting to change it

2. Confidence: Managing your mindset and shifting the self-doubt holding you back in your career to build confidence

3. Career Strategy: Focusing on solving the right problem and knowing which strategies will get you results at this stage of your career

So in this episode, you’ll hear how one client went from making the ‘wrong’ career move to transitioning into their chosen career. Find out how they secured a competitive, highly sought after position in this field and the exact steps to find YOUR ‘right’ path.

You’ll learn:

• Why immediately searching for a new job isn’t the answer — and what to do instead when you’re unclear on your career direction
• How this client shifted from years of self-doubt and imposter syndrome to FINALLY communicating their value with confidence
• The exact career strategies which opened doors they didn’t know existed and landed them a competitive role in their chosen field
• Top takeaways you can apply right now to create a career on YOUR terms — even if you’ve made the ‘wrong’ career move

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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 actually honour your values at work, stay career driven while balancing the juggle of a young family — or identify the skills to futureproof your career, today’s episode is for you.

11,600 km. 13 hours. 3 flights and 3 time zones.

That’s the cross-country work trip I recently completed across the top end of Australia — and back. All within one week. THIS is the reality of living in the most isolated city in the world.

I jokingly called it my ‘quasi-royal’ tour. Because that’s what the local media nicknamed Harry and Megan’s express 4 day tour of Australia the same week!

Concentrated work periods like this can be all consuming. There’s the focused preparation in the lead-up, followed by client delivery. Then I always allow some down-time on the other side and space to reflect on what worked — and what I’ll do differently in future.

And what emerges during these pauses are new insights: The patterns I’m noticing, common career challenges leaders are facing — AND the key questions people are asking right now.

I’ve wanted to do an ask me anything (AMA) episode for a while and this felt like the perfect time. In this episode, I’m answering the questions which came up most often in my recent key-notes and workshops.

You’ll learn:

• The ONE shift you must make to communicate your priorities in a way that’s strategic (not aspirational) and live your values through your work, so you create a fulfilling, sustainable career
• 4 steps to support high-performing team members when progression opportunities are limited, so you retain your best people and futureproof your team
• How to keep making progress towards your long-term goals when you’re ambitious — but in a busy personal season
• My honest answer about how often you need to be upskilling in your current career, so you stay relevant instead of getting left behind
• 3 practical ways to identify the skills you need to develop for the future — when you’ve got no idea WHERE to start!

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Do you want to build your personal brand — but aren’t sure how or where to start?

Today, we’re talking about why personal branding matters for leaders right now and how you can start building yours with intention.

I’m joined by Ali Kunze — a business development and marketing specialist who helps service-based business leaders build their visibility, brand positioning and client experience.

What I love about Ali’s story is that it’s honest and still unfolding. After a 20 year corporate career, she didn’t leave with everything perfectly mapped out.

But what she DID do that others can learn from is listen to that pull to do something different and intentionally develop her personal brand before she ever resigned.

Throughout her career, Ali saw how often smart, successful leaders defaulted to reactive BD activities because they were busy and time poor. Today, she helps multiple clients intentionally design the client experience.

In this episode, we explore how she made the shift into her own business, the power of building a personal brand and how it can help you grow your network, client base and career.

You’ll learn:

• How Ali made the leap from a 20 year corporate marketing career into her own consultancy
• Ali’s honest story of juggling motherhood with a high pressure role and the pivotal moment that led her to intentionally design a career on her own terms
• Practical advice for others navigating a career crossroads and moments of self-doubt in the messy middle of a career transition
• Tangible tips to build visibility and approach networking in a way which feels authentic — EVEN if you struggle with confidence or aren’t the loudest person in the room
• How to share thought leadership and grow an online presence without sounding ‘salesy’ or self-promotional
• The ONE shift to create commercially relevant content that attracts the right clients (not your peers)
• Exact steps to take NOW to start positioning yourself for the career opportunity you want in the next 6+ months

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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 episode is for you.

Today, we’re talking about practical steps you can take to test and validate your career idea, so you reduce risk with your move.

In a recent coaching session with a long-term leadership client, we worked on developing new habits and behaviours. As I shared with her, identifying the right strategy or having the ‘perfect’ plan alone won’t create change.

What separates the clients who get results is that they take action — repeatedly. EVEN when it’s uncomfortable.

Because when you consistently rinse and repeat, you build new neural pathways in the brain. And over time, those new habits and behaviours become embedded, resulting in permanent and transformative change.

Yet one of the most common places I see high-achievers resist taking action is when it comes to testing and validating a potential career path.

And I get it. Reaching out to someone to ask for a conversation can feel awkward. Life also gets busy, so it’s easy to keep putting it off until you have no choice but to make a change.

Plus at the heart of it all is a fear of failure which holds you back from taking action. It seems easier to stay where you are — even if you want something different.

So in today’s episode, I’m walking you through exactly how to test and validate a new career idea — before you commit to anything. By the end, you’ll have a proven process to assess risk and make your next move with confidence!

You’ll learn:

• Quick, low-stakes ways to test out potential paths — without wasting a single penny or putting your current career on the line
• What to do if you have multiple career ideas and don’t know where to start, so you get the clarity you need to move forward faster
• How to get real-world insights to validate your career or business idea — in a way no behind-the-scenes research ever could!
• 4 questions you must ask to confirm which path is the best fit for THIS season of your career
• The final ‘gut check’ that tells you whether to proceed (or pivot) with complete confidence

So hit play now — and let’s dive in!

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Are you working hard — but waiting to be tapped on the shoulder for your next opportunity?

Whether you’ve been overlooked for promotion, aren’t getting the recognition you deserve or know you need to grow your network more strategically, this episode is for you.

Today’s podcast was inspired by a question I was asked during a recent panel discussion on building a personal brand.

The question was: “What types of people should you be connecting with for your own professional development?”

And as it turns out, I have a lot to say on this topic!

Because what I’ve noticed amongst the high-achievers I work with is that many don’t develop their network intentionally or consistently. Instead, they wait until they’re looking for a new job, promotion or client.

But this approach is reactive — and by this stage, it’s too late. You’re trying to leverage relationships that haven’t been built yet.

In this episode, I’m sharing 4 practical steps to build a strategic network that supports YOUR career. 

You’ll learn:

• The ONE shift in your approach to build relationships that support your career — long before you need them
• 6 key roles that make up a strategic network, so you know exactly who belongs in your corner
• How to identify the gaps and pinpoint the specific people you need in your network right now
• Practical ways to grow your network and my go-to strategy to develop effective long-term relationships

So hit play now — and let’s dive in!

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Have you ever asked yourself: How do I be successful in a workplace which isn’t designed for me?

Today, we’re talking about the barriers ALL underrepresented groups face (including men) and how we can create workplaces that ‘work’ for everyone.

I’m joined by Belinda Riley — a Diversity, Equity & Inclusion specialist, speaker and Founder of Beyond The Barriers.

What I love about Belinda’s story is how she combined her experience leading culture change with her training as a clinical hypnotherapist. Her work tackles DEI at both a systemic and individual level to create lasting, meaningful change.

Because what she noticed working with talented, accomplished women was how often self-doubt held them back, drove them to prove themselves or question their success. With backgrounds supporting professional services firms and high-performing leaders, Belinda and I share a similar philosophy — that true transformation starts from the inside out.

In this powerful conversation that will challenge your thinking, we explore how she built this incredible career and her unique approach to DEI. Discover how you can create culture change and address imposter syndrome in your organisation, team and own career.

You’ll learn:

• How Belinda made the bold move from a high-flying corporate career at EY to starting her own consultancy
• The REAL reason high-performing women experience imposter syndrome despite their success — and how to overcome the barriers holding you back
• What most organisations are getting wrong and the single DEI investment to prioritise above ALL else
• A controversial take on the quotas and targets debate — and whether they help (or hinder) progress
• 3 sure-fire steps to progress your career in a workplace which wasn’t designed for you
• Why the voices of male allies are 6 x more influential and the one action every leader can take right now to drive DEI in their teams

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Are you reassessing how you position yourself in the current market? Or rethinking how to use AI and optimise your CV to land your next role?

That’s exactly what I’m addressing on today’s podcast.

Here’s what I’m hearing in recent conversations with senior leaders and executives: The job market feels tight, competition is fierce — and they’re struggling to stand out when hundreds of candidates are applying for the same role.

One leader spent several hours researching a potential employer and customising their application, only to be rejected the same day.

These individuals are more than qualified. They’re being selective about the positions they’re applying for and taking time to tailor each application — but getting nowhere.

When the market tightens, competition becomes even harder at senior levels. If you’re waiting to be selected or relying solely on job boards right now, it’s time to rethink your approach.

In this episode, I’m sharing 6 strategic moves to help you stand out as a senior leader — even in a crowded market. Discover how to move from competing with hundreds of other candidates to positioning yourself strategically.

You’ll learn:

• The first step to take right NOW if your current strategy isn’t working, so you regain control of your job search
• How to cut out the competition and access the 70% of roles most candidates never see
• One of the biggest mistakes people make when networking — and how to eliminate procrastination, so you get results faster
• Practical ways to map the market and align your networking to the right opportunities — rather than relying on scattered outreach
• The most powerful way to build long-term relationships and become part of the conversation before roles are even defined
• My top tips for optimising your CV to clearly communicate your value on paper, so you stand out as a senior leader

So hit play now — and let’s dive in!

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Are you already successful — yet going round in circles trying to decide what’s next at this stage of your career?

If so, today we’re talking about how to find clarity on your direction — particularly as a senior leader, when your options aren’t clear and career paths are no longer linear.

This episode is part of the ‘Career By Design’ case study series, where I give you an exclusive, behind the scenes look at my clients’ career transformations. My intention with this series is to show you there isn’t one definition or clear pathway to success. Instead, it’s about identifying what this looks like to YOU.

Despite their different backgrounds and goals, there are 3 things every client in this series has in common:

• Clarity: Getting clear on what you want next in your career and why before attempting to change it
• Confidence: Managing your mindset and shifting the self-doubt which holds you back in your career to build confidence
• Career Strategy: Focusing on solving the right problem and knowing which strategies will get you the results you want at this stage of your career

So in this episode, you’ll hear how one client went from going round in circles for YEARS to having complete clarity on their career direction. You’ll learn the exact steps they took to move into an executive leadership role — and the benefits of pursuing a portfolio career.

You’ll learn:

• The biggest shift this client made and a counterintuitive approach which moved them from years of confusion to complete clarity on their career direction
• How to break through self-doubt and perfectionism as a senior leader, so you make yourself visible and back yourself for opportunities with confidence
• Specific strategies which helped this client step into an executive role, including how a portfolio path helps reduces risk while building leadership capability
• Top takeaways you can apply right now to create a career on YOUR terms — even if you’ve reached the ceiling in your current company or profession

So hit play now — and let’s dive in!

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