Ep. 113 Tunnel Vision: The Pros & Cons Of Career Hyperfocus (with Cassie Briggs)

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Your Career GPS

Brad W. Minton

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In this bi-monthly episodic series, host Brad W. Minton serves as the GPS to Gen Z students and young adults ready to find their fit and make their mark on the world through their careers. He helps aspiring professionals develop a stronger career identity and navigate the sometimes complicated journey of career development. Throughout this series, Brad and other hosts bring together experts in the field of career exploration, growth and development, personal branding, networking, job searching, resume writing, interviewing and salary negotiation.

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Ep. 113 Tunnel Vision: The Pros & Cons Of Career Hyperfocus (with Cassie Briggs)

Your Career GPS

36 minutes 51 seconds

11 months ago

Ep. 113 Tunnel Vision: The Pros & Cons Of Career Hyperfocus (with Cassie Briggs)

In this episode of Your Career GPS Podcast, host Brad discusses the journey of career exploration with career coach Cassie Briggs. They delve into the importance of understanding one's career path, the impact of life changes on career decisions, and the necessity of collecting data to make informed choices. Cassie shares her personal story of transitioning from a biology professor to a career coach, emphasizing the significance of adaptability and flexibility in navigating career paths. The conversation highlights the importance of clarity in career goals, the reality of pursuing careers in medicine, and the value of exploring diverse opportunities. Cassie offers practical advice for young professionals and students, encouraging them to remain open-minded and to test their career aspirations across various sectors. Key takeaways 👓Career paths can evolve due to life changes. 👓It's important to collect data about career options. 👓Your 'why' can remain consistent even as your path changes. 👓Flexibility in career choices can lead to unexpected opportunities. 👓Don't rule out potential career paths without exploration. 👓Networking and talking to professionals can provide valuable insights. 👓Career transitions can be challenging but rewarding. 👓Understanding the realities of a career is crucial before committing. 👓Being hyper-focused can be beneficial but should align with personal values. 👓Exploration and curiosity can enhance career satisfaction. Guest Info: Dr. Cassie Briggs is a former biology professor turned science career coach. For over a decade, Cassie has supported undergraduate students in the classroom using innovative evidence-based teaching approaches and has equipped fellow conservation biologists with research discoveries instrumental in saving the world's endangered species. In 2020, she launched her own business, Success in Science Career Coaching, helping hundreds of clients and workshop participants explore and secure career opportunities in science and medicine. She currently lives in rural Michigan with her husband, two young boys, two dogs (one of which she's trained to help her track turtles for her research), and one cat. She can often be found fishing, playing volleyball, or horseback riding. Website: http://www.successinsciencecc.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassiebriggs/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SuccessInScienceCareerCoaching Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassie_sscc This podcast is brought to you by Mint To Be Career LLC www.minttobecareer.com