Take control of your career path! In this vibrant episode of The Power of Owning Your Career Podcast, Simone E. Morris interviews Elizabeth Lotardo, a renowned consultant, LinkedIn Learning instructor, Harvard Business Review contributor, and author of the new book Leading Yourself: Find More Joy, Meaning and Opportunities in the Job You Already Have (Despite Imperfect Bosses, Weird Economies, Lethargic Coworkers, Annoying Systems, and Too Many Deliverables).

Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Power of Owning Your Career podcast! This week, host Simone Morris sits down with the dynamic Jackie Grice, speaker, bestselling co-author, and CEO who built a multimillion-dollar transportation company from the ground up. Jackie shares her remarkable journey, including transitioning from dreams of becoming a judge to thriving as an entrepreneur alongside her husband.

In this conversation, Jackie opens up about the pivotal role her engineering background plays in her business strategy and personal growth, and how a life-changing two-day silence retreat propelled her to launch a successful coaching business during the challenges of COVID-19. Tune in as Jackie reveals her formula for career ownership—purpose plus strategy—and the importance of intentionality, mentorship, and investing in yourself. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or navigating your next career move, Jackie's insights on risk, networking, and unleashing untapped potential will leave you feeling empowered to truly be in the driver's seat of your own journey.

Get ready to discover what it really means to launch deeper and live a limitless life driven by purpose!

00:00 "Inspiring Career Strategies with Jackie"

04:55 Discovering New Paths During Silence

07:25 The Power of Silence

11:32 Backward Planning Strategy

15:15 Invest in Yourself

18:28 "The Art of Effective Networking"

22:33 Mitigating Risk in Entrepreneurship

26:47 Parental Sacrifice and Success

• Practice Silence: Jackie Grice recommends intentional silence, such as attending silent retreats or setting aside periods for personal reflection, to gain clarity on purpose and strategy.
• Invest in Coaching, Mentorship, and Sponsorship: Build a strong support network by engaging a coach for growth, a mentor for guidance, and a sponsor to advocate for you in new opportunities.
• Consider Therapy: Jackie highlights therapy as a resource for overcoming mental and emotional barriers, increasing self-awareness, and achieving career and personal goals.
• Read "Buy Back Your Time" by Dan Martell: This book is suggested as a valuable tool for learning how to delegate tasks and buy back your time so you can focus on high-impact activities.
• Follow Launching Deeper with Jackie B. Grice (YouTube & Website): Stay connected with Jackie for ongoing resources on business strategy and personal growth via her website and YouTube series.

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Welcome to another insightful episode of the Power of Owning Your Career podcast! This week, host Simone Morris sits down with the ever-authentic Jeff Davis, award-winning author, professional speaker, consultant, and mental health advocate. Known as "Mr. Mountaintop" for his deep insights and realness, Jeff returns to the show to discuss his upcoming book, The Courage to Leave: Breaking Free from Toxic Workplaces. Together, Simone and Jeff dive into the very real impact that toxic work environments can have on our mental health, self-esteem, and career advancement. Jeff bravely shares personal stories, lessons from his journey, and practical strategies for anyone feeling stuck in an unhealthy workplace. Along the way, they touch on the importance of mental health, the power of community, and taking actionable steps to find a better professional path. Whether you're facing dysfunction at work or supporting others who are, this episode is packed with valuable advice and hope for a healthier, more empowered career journey.

Time Stamp Of This Episode:

00:00 "Dysfunctional Workplaces Sabotage Careers"

06:03 Battling Workplace Corruption

07:11 "Overcoming Workplace-Induced Self-Doubt"

10:40 Prioritize Mental Health Daily

13:24 Coaching and Therapy Importance

18:14 Accessing Legal Support Options

20:09 "Legal Access Through Work Benefits"

Show Resources:

• 52 Tips for Owning Your Career Book by Simone E. Morris
• The Courage to Leave: Breaking Free from Toxic Workplaces by Jeff Davis
• LegalShield (or Similar Workplace Legal Support Programs)
• Therapy and Professional Coaching

Connect with our guest, Jeff Davis, at

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffdavis

Connect with the show's host, Simone E. Morris, at https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonemorris/.

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Get More Support for Your Career:

🟢 Book a complimentary 30-minute coaching call with Simone at https://www.careerbreakthroughcall.com. There you can share your career status, challenges, and learn how coaching can help you take ownership of your career.

🟢 Get Simone's Book, 52 Tips for Owning Your Career (https://bit.ly/43JTV03)

🟢 Get Simone's Book, The Power of Owning Your Career (https://bit.ly/3xlYyl6)

🟢 Get Simone's Book, Achievement Unlocked: Strategies to Set Goals and Manifest Them (https://bit.ly/3TD8rlD)