In this solo episode, I share my journey as I prepare for maternity leave and the upcoming transition into motherhood. As I embrace this new chapter, I discuss how I've balanced my legal career, business, and self-care, while also preparing for labour and postpartum life. You'll hear about my tips for a seamless work handover, the importance of embracing rest, and the steps I'm taking to prepare both mentally and physically for childbirth. I also dive into my thoughts on navigating the unknow...
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In this solo episode, I share my journey as I prepare for maternity leave and the upcoming transition into motherhood. As I embrace this new chapter, I discuss how I've balanced my legal career, business, and self-care, while also preparing for labour and postpartum life. You'll hear about my tips for a seamless work handover, the importance of embracing rest, and the steps I'm taking to prepare both mentally and physically for childbirth. I also dive into my thoughts on navigating the unknow...
In this solo episode, I share my journey as I prepare for maternity leave and the upcoming transition into motherhood. As I embrace this new chapter, I discuss how I've balanced my legal career, business, and self-care, while also preparing for labour and postpartum life.You'll hear about my tips for a seamless work handover, the importance of embracing rest, and the steps I'm taking to prepare both mentally and physically for childbirth. I also dive into my thoughts on navigating the unknown...
In this episode, I chat to Lazz Tomic, an expert in employee well-being and safety, to transform your understanding of burnout and workplace wellness. Lazz shares his journey from physical therapy to corporate injury management and his advocacy for a holistic approach to employee health. We discuss root causes of poor well-being and provide actionable strategies for companies to prioritise their staff’s health.We also tackle the epidemic of loneliness and disconnection in today’s co...
Feeling stuck at a career crossroads? You're not alone. Whether you're overwhelmed by too many options or unsure of your next move, decision-making can be tough. In this episode, I share the decision-making process I use with my clients to help them find clarity and make the best choices for their careers.Key points from this episode:Not making a decision is a decision that keeps you stuck.Delaying decisions delays your career progress.Take control and make informed choices to move forwa...
Hey hey! I’m back with a special workshop-style episode where we delve into the topic of goal resetting. It's hard to believe it's already July, and now is the perfect time to revisit the goals you set at the beginning of the year. Whether you're feeling unmotivated or just need a refresh, this episode is designed to help you reassess, tweak, and reset your goals for the remainder of the year. Before guiding you through questions to help reflect, plan, and achieve your goals for the...
You’ve always felt like you didn’t quite fit in—your entrepreneurial mindset craved innovation and autonomy. But now, you feel stuck. It’s like your workplace is holding you back, clipping your wings when you know you’re meant for bigger things.This was the story of one of my clients - an entrepreneurial spirit eager to make an impact. Staying in a fixed role felt stifling, so she decided to design her own career path. My guest Chloe Taylor diversified her experience by working...
This episode is a unique one—a client spotlight—because I know how much my community loves hearing inspiring career journeys.I've noticed that the episodes featuring career stories are the most popular, so I thought, why not invite my clients to share their transformation stories? You’ll love hearing my client’s story as we discuss how she navigated challenges and how we collaborated to design their careers. Today’s guest is Helena Page, the sole legal counsel at Callaghan Innovation, a ...
Workplace bullying all too often gets swept under the corporate rug. It's a sad truth that workplace bullying is a daily reality for many individuals. But what makes it particularly disheartening is the normalisation of bullying within certain environments, like law firms.In the legal industry, where pressure and competition run high, bullying has tragically become an accepted norm for far too many. But today, we speak to Stefanie Costi who unapologetically calls out this dehumanisi...
It's no secret that the legal profession is changing rapidly, especially with the introduction of AI. This is giving us exciting opportunities to expand our knowledge and careers beyond the traditional legal roles that have been available. Our guest today will give us lots of insights about the future of the legal profession and how you can future proof your career.Our guest is Helen Doukas who is a lawyer that has spent most of her career in-house in the fast paced tech industry, workin...
Hey hey! It's been a hot minute since I last hopped on the mic to chat with you all, but trust me, there's a very good reason for being MIA. Today, I'm diving into something a little different from our usual career chats. I'm getting personal and sharing a story that's incredibly close to my heart... I'm pregnant!Yep, if you've been keeping up with me on social media, you probably already know the news. In this episode, I'm taking you behind the scenes on my pregnancy journey so far. From the...
Have you ever found yourself doing all the right things but you just can't seem to move forward and achieve that goal? Externally you're checking all the right boxes and doing what is required. BUT on a subconscious level, you might have blindspots or fears holding you back. Our guest in this week's episode of The Career Confidence Podcast, shares how you can be an exceptional leader by uncovering your blindspots. Karim Boktor is a hypnotherapist for leadership and busines...
Tough times call for leaders to rise up to the challenge and encourage a sustainable and thriving workplace for their teams. But how exactly can you do this from a practical perspective? Our guest today will be providing us with lots of insight and practical tips on how you can create a thriving work environment, encouraging engagement and optimal performance without the burnout. Anna Glynn is a speaker, educator and coach on thriving workplaces. Anna sees her key role as translatin...
You can’t control what happens to you, but you can choose how you respond to the circumstances and that’s where the power lies. Our guest today is the shining example of this quote. Sarah Susak completely turned her life around (literally) after being diagnosed with a rare head and neck cancer, which she survived. In this episode we dive deeper into that journey and what she did to transform both her physical, mental and spiritual state. Sarah Susak has a 20+ year career as a corpor...
Let’s address the elephant in the room… the impending recession and times of economic instability (eeek). It’s natural that times of economic instability makes everyone feel nervous and some may even be questioning the future of their role within their organisation. When there are difficult times of instability, it’s more important than ever before to have strong leaders that make their people feel secure and instil hope. This episode delves into three ways to be a standout leader i...
Have you ever thought about what makes up a workplace culture? This is something that we all like to talk about, right? Is it a good culture, is it a toxic culture? Workplace culture is made up of shared values, attitudes, behaviours and standards that make up a work environment. But have you thought about this more deeply in terms of how each of us form a workplace culture, how we ourselves are a representation of our culture, our internal, intrinsic culture. My husband (a wise and emot...
Did I hear you say, new year, new money goals? When it comes to financial planning - alot of us don’t really have a plan. No shade whatsoever. We might have a big goal we want to achieve and we start to save for it but then life happens pushing that goal further ahead. The reality is that money touches all areas of our lives so how can we build a better relationship with money and hit those big beautiful goals we have. If you think about your goals in the past or even goals you mig...
Say goodbye to rushed resolutions and hello to crafting a vision for 2024 that's not just a list on a page, but a sustainable, fulfilling journey you'll embark on with joy. This episode isn't just about setting the stage for a year of achieving your biggest goals; it's about understanding the 'why' of your dreams and leaving the 'how' for later. With thought-provoking questions and a step-by-step process, I'll lead you through envisioning a future that resonates with who you are and who you a...
As we close out the year, I'm sitting down to share my highlights and lessons from the past year. From marrying my best friend to running my first in-person workshop at the InView conference, to working with incredible clients, it's been a year of growth, development, and deepening self-trust.Towards the end of this episode I look to 2024 and what my plans are and I give you a cheeky insight into something special I'm creating.Thank you for tuning into The Career Confidence Podcast this...
When you hear the words public speaking, do you run the other way? Well, our guest today might change your perception on the way you look at public speaking and dare I say, even look at it as a fun experience where you get to show up as your authentic self whilst providing value to your audience. Our guest today is Theo Kapodistrias, a multi-award-winning lawyer, based in Hobart, Tasmania. He is also an award-winning speaker, trainer and public speaking coach, running his own business ww...
What if you were to throw out the rule book on what your career should look like in order for it to be successful and start to create a career based on your interests and values? Well our guest today, shares exactly how she has carved out a path in her legal career that is deeply aligned to her. Our guest today is Elisabeth Flett, award-winning General Counsel and Company Secretary at the Cancer Council, recently crowned General Counsel of the Year by the Australian Corporate Counci...
Ever felt like the pressures of being a lawyer are too much to handle? You're not alone and I've got some insights for you. Today, we're diving into these overwhelming expectations and taking back control. Being a lawyer comes with high client demands, the pressure of feeling like you have to know everything and like you have to always be available. This episode will arm you with practical strategies to help you navigate these pressures without the overwhelm. Learn how to master the...
In this solo episode, I share my journey as I prepare for maternity leave and the upcoming transition into motherhood. As I embrace this new chapter, I discuss how I've balanced my legal career, business, and self-care, while also preparing for labour and postpartum life. You'll hear about my tips for a seamless work handover, the importance of embracing rest, and the steps I'm taking to prepare both mentally and physically for childbirth. I also dive into my thoughts on navigating the unknow...
