In this episode, we welcome career coach Kim Holland who shares insights on navigating career transitions. We explore the common triggers that lead people to question "Is this it?" in their careers, how to find the courage (rather than confidence) to make changes, and practical steps to move forward when you know you need a change but aren't sure where to start.

Key points from this episode

• The personal and professional triggers that prompt us to ask "Is this it?" about our careers
• Why redefining your markers of success is essential when your priorities shift
• The difference between courage and confidence when making career changes
• The biggest mistake professionals make when approaching career transitions
• Practical exercises to gain clarity when you're feeling stuck or uncertain

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction

01:00 Kim's Background and Career Transition Story

03:52 Common Triggers for Career Reassessment

07:00 Redefining Your Markers of Success

09:45 Overcoming Fear of Change and Taking First Steps

13:00 Managing Identity Shifts During Career Changes

14:45 The Biggest Mistake People Make When Changing Careers

17:00 Building Courage Rather Than Confidence

22:20 One Action to Take This Week to Start Your Career Reassessment

24:00 Where to Find Kim and Free Career MOT Workbook

Links

Connect with Kim on LinkedIn

Download Kim's Free Career MOT

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Catalyst Career Club for £50k+ Leaders & Managers

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In this episode, we explore why people react strongly in workplace situations and what you can do about it. Through a real coaching example, we unpack the science behind emotional responses at work and share practical strategies for managing both your own reactions and those of others.

Whether you're dealing with a challenging boss or leading a team through change, this episode gives you tools to better understand and handle workplace reactions.

Key points from this episode

• The hidden drivers behind unexpected emotional responses at work
• How to decode reactions that seem disproportionate or surprising
• Understanding the five key needs that influence workplace behavior
• Practical strategies for managing reactions in yourself and others
• Tips for creating win-win solutions in challenging situations

00:00 Introduction and overview

01:00 Real coaching scenario exploring workplace reactions

04:00 Framework for understanding workplace reactions

09:00 Practical application and examples

12:00 Steps for managing reactions effectively

14:00 Remote work example and implications

16:00 Signs of unmet needs in teams

18:00 Case study resolution and key takeaways

Useful Links

Join The Catalyst Career Club for 50k+ Leaders

Connect with Pam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelalangan/

Connect with Jacqui on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqui-jagger/

Interested in working with us?

Get in touch about career or leadership development, outplacement workshops or recruitment support via the Catalyst Careers website

Mentioned in this episode:

Catalyst Career Club for £50k+ Leaders & Managers

Moving up the career ladder needs an inside edge - strategies that allow you to unlock your full potential and position yourself as a true leadership talent. And that's exactly what the Catalyst Career Club for 50k+ Leaders provides. No fluff, no corporate jargon. Just a down to earth, purposeful injection of oomph for your career from Pamela & Jacqui Use the code PODCAST to get your first month for £1 https://www.pamelalangan.com/catalystcareerclub

In this episode, we tackle the crucial leadership challenge of identifying and addressing team disengagement. We explore five key warning signs that your team might not be fully engaged, from subtle changes in meeting participation to increasing isolation in hybrid environments.

Join us as we share practical strategies for not only spotting these signs early but also taking effective action to rebuild engagement.

Key points from this episode

• Understanding the early warning signs of team disengagement and why seeing multiple small signs matters more than any single red flag
• How to distinguish between surface-level agreement and genuine team buy-in during decision making
• Practical approaches to exploring engagement issues without making common leadership mistakes
• The importance of balancing your responsibility to spot issues with involving the team in creating solutions
• Simple but effective frameworks for starting conversations about engagement and improvement

00:00 Introduction and Overview of Team Engagement Warning Signs

00:55 First Warning Sign: Caution or Selective Participation in Meetings

03:00 Second Warning Sign: Apathy in Decision Making

03:52 Third Warning Sign: Problem-Focused Discussions

05:20 Fourth Warning Sign: Self-Censoring at Key Moments

06:38 Fifth Warning Sign: Increasing Isolation

08:45 How to Start Addressing Engagement Issues

11:00 Key Questions to Ask Your Team

14:00 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Taking Over a New Team

18:45 Practical Solutions: The "What's Working Well/Even Better If" Framework

21:00 Building Relationships Without Getting Too Personal

23:00 Using the Effort-Impact Matrix

25:00 Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways

Useful Links

Join The Catalyst Career Club for 50k+ Leaders

Connect with Pam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelalangan/

Connect with Jacqui on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqui-jagger/

Follow the Catalyst Careers LinkedIn page for career tips and advice

Interested in working with us?

Get in touch about career or leadership development, outplacement workshops or recruitment support via the Catalyst Careers website

Mentioned in this episode:

Catalyst Career Club for £50k+ Leaders & Managers

Moving up the career ladder needs an inside edge - strategies that allow you to unlock your full potential and position yourself as a true leadership talent. And that's exactly what the Catalyst Career Club for 50k+ Leaders provides. No fluff, no corporate jargon. Just a down to earth, purposeful injection of oomph for your career from Pamela & Jacqui Use the code PODCAST to get your first month for £1 https://www.pamelalangan.com/catalystcareerclub