I truly believe that fitting in is overrated.
When you stand in your uniqueness and superpowers, it will open up a world of possibilities and new opportunities.
Hey, I’m Steph, a Career Story Coach.
I focus on empowering individuals to embrace their misfit identity and land their dream job.
I have always felt like an outsider.
I wasn’t girly enough to fit in with the girls but wasn’t boyish enough to fit in with the boys.
Growing up I was so clearly different from my family, I often wondered if I was adopted.
I went to church and asked questions and was told to never question your leaders.
I tried out 32 jobs in 15 years trying to find a place to land, and until now, I never found it.
I spent 2 years running a non-profit and it was the closest thing to feeling like a fit, but with a toxic work environment, it didn’t last.
When I was laid off in 2020, I took some time to really think about what I wanted. I decided to jump full-time into business as a resume writer and later a career coach.
I am the definition of a misfit.
I created the Destination: Dream Job podcast to serve other people who have felt like me.
Maybe you don’t feel like you fit in at work, you don’t know what’s next, or you feel so different that you will never find a place to land.
I get it.
In this podcast, we will cover:
> Identity and Career Clarity: helping you understand and embrace your unique qualities and define your career goals.
> Building Confidence: Fostering self-acceptance and building confidence by using your unique superpowers.
> Job Search Strategy: Equipping you with the skills you need to land your dream job.
I’m so excited to take this journey with you. Let’s live authentically and truly bring our superpowers to the world.
Next Steps:
Connect with me on LinkedIn:
www.linkedin.com/in/stephgillies
Visit the Website:
www.destinationdreamjob.com
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I truly believe that fitting in is overrated.
When you stand in your uniqueness and superpowers, it will open up a world of possibilities and new opportunities.
Hey, I’m Steph, a Career Story Coach.
I focus on empowering individuals to embrace their misfit identity and land their dream job.
I have always felt like an outsider.
I wasn’t girly enough to fit in with the girls but wasn’t boyish enough to fit in with the boys.
Growing up I was so clearly different from my family, I often wondered if I was adopted.
I went to church and asked questions and was told to never question your leaders.
I tried out 32 jobs in 15 years trying to find a place to land, and until now, I never found it.
I spent 2 years running a non-profit and it was the closest thing to feeling like a fit, but with a toxic work environment, it didn’t last.
When I was laid off in 2020, I took some time to really think about what I wanted. I decided to jump full-time into business as a resume writer and later a career coach.
I am the definition of a misfit.
I created the Destination: Dream Job podcast to serve other people who have felt like me.
Maybe you don’t feel like you fit in at work, you don’t know what’s next, or you feel so different that you will never find a place to land.
I get it.
In this podcast, we will cover:
> Identity and Career Clarity: helping you understand and embrace your unique qualities and define your career goals.
> Building Confidence: Fostering self-acceptance and building confidence by using your unique superpowers.
> Job Search Strategy: Equipping you with the skills you need to land your dream job.
I’m so excited to take this journey with you. Let’s live authentically and truly bring our superpowers to the world.
Next Steps:
Connect with me on LinkedIn:
www.linkedin.com/in/stephgillies
Visit the Website:
www.destinationdreamjob.com
65 | Leading with Authenticity & Vulnerability with Melissa Creede
Destination: Dream Job
27 minutes 29 seconds
10 months ago
65 | Leading with Authenticity & Vulnerability with Melissa Creede
How to Lead with Authenticity and Vulnerability
In this week's episode, I chat with Melissa Creede, a leadership expert who shares powerful insights on how leaders can embrace authenticity while maintaining authority. We dive deep into how transparency can positively influence teams and what it takes to find a balance between vulnerability and authority.
Top takeaways you can apply today:
Be transparent about your challenges: Let your team know when you're having an off day. It builds trust and stops assumptions from spreading.
Vulnerability with purpose: Share your struggles only when it serves to connect or teach others, not as a burden.
Understand your values: Knowing your top 3-5 core values will help you align with your authentic self and guide decision-making.
Connect beyond personal stories: Ask team members about their work experiences and feelings to connect on a deeper, human level.
Listen to the episode for more actionable advice on leading with authenticity.
Connect with Melissa:
www.linkedin.com/in/melissacreede/www.instagram.com/leadwithmelissa/www.tiktok.com/@leadwithmelissa
Connect with Steph:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephgillies/
Website: https://www.destinationdreamjob.com/
Destination: Dream Job
I truly believe that fitting in is overrated.
When you stand in your uniqueness and superpowers, it will open up a world of possibilities and new opportunities.
Hey, I’m Steph, a Career Story Coach.
I focus on empowering individuals to embrace their misfit identity and land their dream job.
I have always felt like an outsider.
I wasn’t girly enough to fit in with the girls but wasn’t boyish enough to fit in with the boys.
Growing up I was so clearly different from my family, I often wondered if I was adopted.
I went to church and asked questions and was told to never question your leaders.
I tried out 32 jobs in 15 years trying to find a place to land, and until now, I never found it.
I spent 2 years running a non-profit and it was the closest thing to feeling like a fit, but with a toxic work environment, it didn’t last.
When I was laid off in 2020, I took some time to really think about what I wanted. I decided to jump full-time into business as a resume writer and later a career coach.
I am the definition of a misfit.
I created the Destination: Dream Job podcast to serve other people who have felt like me.
Maybe you don’t feel like you fit in at work, you don’t know what’s next, or you feel so different that you will never find a place to land.
I get it.
In this podcast, we will cover:
> Identity and Career Clarity: helping you understand and embrace your unique qualities and define your career goals.
> Building Confidence: Fostering self-acceptance and building confidence by using your unique superpowers.
> Job Search Strategy: Equipping you with the skills you need to land your dream job.
I’m so excited to take this journey with you. Let’s live authentically and truly bring our superpowers to the world.
Next Steps:
Connect with me on LinkedIn:
www.linkedin.com/in/stephgillies
Visit the Website:
www.destinationdreamjob.com