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When to quit your job in international development
Considering quitting your job in international development? Identify the 9 signs of a toxic workplace and the 4 thoughts of when it’s time to leave.
From disconnected to aligned: How Mariam found her leadership strengths by connecting the body, emotions, and mind.
Mariam Toroysan, a social entrepreneur and founder of Safe YOU, worked hard to scale Safe YOU beyond Armenia. With many possible pathways and opportunities, she felt overwhelmed, anxious, and struggled to focus on what mattered most.
Read/listen to how coaching allowed her to embrace a leadership style rooted in inner peace and balance.
Podcast: When to seek a mentor vs a coach?
In my discussion with the Impact Consulting Hub, I reflected on my freelance work and how the coaching work I do now all unfolded while handling a triple transition.
Podcast: The importance of anchor points when you relocate
In my chat with House of Peregrine founder Mickelle Weber, we talked about my crisis of identity in Myanmar, which led me to building my own coaching practice.
Podcast: How Human Design helped me navigate my career transition
In my interview on the podcast Career & Spirituality, I talked about how spirituality shows up in my life. And how a tool called Human Design helped me navigate the transition from full-time employment to self-employment.
Webinar: Mastering the art of LinkedIn and virtual networking
One of my current coaching clients set her coaching goal to consistently ‘step out of her comfort zone’ and dance with that fear and uncertainty that comes with it.
Podcast: Why do we have FOMO and FOBO?
On the podcast Anti-Loneliness, we discussed international life, relocation, and mental health. It was a short-lived conversation with so many angles.
Where are you from?
I reject the term 'expat' for three reasons I outline in this blog article. As my clients navigate global careers, they are not expats either. What's your view on the term "expat"?
Don’t call me expat
I reject the term 'expat' for three reasons I outline in this blog article. As my clients navigate global careers, they are not expats either. What's your view on the term "expat"?
Well, that really sucked
Leaving London for Myanmar in 2019 was thrilling, but uncertainty quickly crept in. I faced empty days. Existential questions appeared. I turned to coaching for answers. Read my story of how I pivoted careers to help you navigate change, uncertainty and design your next career chapter with confidence.
How to make the right decision?
Unlock effective decision-making with seven thought experiments, navigating life's complexities with clarity and confidence. From weighing pros and cons to envisioning scenarios and tuning into bodily sensations, each approach offers unique insights. Embrace these exercises to shape the path forward authentically and with purpose.
Webinar: How to develop a portfolio career
One of my current coaching clients set her coaching goal to consistently ‘step out of her comfort zone’ and dance with that fear and uncertainty that comes with it.
Are you less self-aware than you think?
Surprisingly, only 10%–15% truly possess self-awareness.
Tips:
1. Dual Dimensions: Internal and external awareness matter.
2. Learn from Feedback: Avoid false confidence.
3. Ask 'What' Questions: For productive reflection.
Enhance self-awareness:
1. Balance Awareness
2. Seek Feedback
3. Question Wisely
Embrace growth and understanding.
5 questions for your daily reflective practice
Embark on a journey of personal growth with daily reflection. Journaling enhances self-awareness, emotional regulation, and serves as a therapeutic outlet. Morning questions set intentions and priorities, while evening prompts evaluate accomplishments and areas for improvement. Customize your practice for deeper self-insight and productive reflection.
Podcast: Can Do Coffee Chat with Gail Gibson
The importance of openness, curiosity and adventure in leading into a successful international life were the topics of my interview on “The Can Do Way” podcast.
Webinar: How to balance personal well-being with self-less work
One of my current coaching clients set her coaching goal to consistently ‘step out of her comfort zone’ and dance with that fear and uncertainty that comes with it.
Webinar: Leveraging LinkedIn more effectively
One of my current coaching clients set her coaching goal to consistently ‘step out of her comfort zone’ and dance with that fear and uncertainty that comes with it.
3 strategies overcome limiting thoughts and beliefs
Explore three potent strategies to conquer limiting thoughts and beliefs. First, cultivate awareness of Automatic Negative Thoughts (ANTs), questioning their validity and embracing alternative perspectives. Next, maintain a success journal, celebrating weekly achievements to reinforce focus on strengths and train the mind to acknowledge success. Finally, stretch comfort zones by gradually embracing new challenges, stepping out of familiarity, and nurturing personal growth.
4 reasons to have a schedule and not a to-do list. (plus: how to build one)
Transform your productivity with a structured schedule over a never-ending to-do list. Discover why a schedule offers clarity and effectiveness, addressing the challenges of overwhelming tasks and time management woes. From considering life's holistic aspects to managing attention and focusing on progress, embrace these insights to craft a balanced and intentional daily routine.
How to step out of your comfort zone
One of my current coaching clients set her coaching goal to consistently ‘step out of her comfort zone’ and dance with that fear and uncertainty that comes with it.