The Bridge to Fulfillment

Why does success feel harder than it should — even when you've worked hard, made changes, and done everything right?

That's not a small question. And most high-achieving leaders never stop long enough to ask it.

After nearly a decade of helping leaders navigate burnout, career transitions, leadership challenges, purpose, and major life decisions, Blake has uncovered something she couldn't ignore: nearly every transformation she's helped create traces back to the same root cause. Not a lack of effort or a lack of information. Something deeper, and it's the very thing most successful people never think to examine.

In this special season finale, Blake shares the realization that's been years in the making, why so many smart and capable leaders keep solving the wrong problem, and what's coming in Season 2.

Episode Highlights

The Thread That Changes Everything

[1:07] – Why burnout, career transitions, leadership challenges, and purpose struggles are often driven by the same thing

[01:30] – What most high-achievers already have too much of, and why it's not helping

Why Successful People Stay Stuck

[02:19] – The pattern Blake observed across years of coaching: changing jobs, achieving goals, taking sabbaticals, and still ending up in the same place

[02:43] – Getting to the root of the real problem

[03:58] – Why success shouldn't cost this much

Powerful Quotes

"I finally found the thread that connects nearly every transformation I've helped create over the last decade." — Blake Schofield

"What if the thing you're trying to fix isn't actually the thing creating the problem?" — Blake Schofield

"The more I do this work, the more convinced I become of one thing: success shouldn't cost this much." — Blake Schofield

Resources Mentioned

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Have you been feeling more frustrated, emotionally drained, or confused, even though nothing is technically "wrong"?

That feeling isn't a sign you're failing. It might actually be a sign you're growing.

So many high-achieving leaders hit a point where things that used to energize them start to feel flat. Small things suddenly bother them. They go quiet in conversations, pulled inward by a desire they haven't let themselves admit. And instead of recognizing these as signs of outgrowing the life they've built, they wonder what's wrong with them.

In this episode, Blake shares what growth actually looks and feels like before the clarity arrives, and why the discomfort you're experiencing may not be dysfunction at all.

Episode Highlights

Why Growth Rarely Starts With Clarity

[01:02] – The emotional signs you've outgrown your current way of living or leading

[02:45] – Why frustration, confusion & emotional sensitivity are so often misunderstood

[04:10] – "You pay the full price emotionally on your unused potential"

Why High Achievers Get Stuck in Loops

[06:30] – You can't see the label from inside the bottle

[08:15] – Why going to friends & family often keeps you more stuck

[10:00] – When to stop spinning and seek outside perspective

The Blender at the Bottom of the Ocean

[12:20] – Why forcing clarity creates more confusion

[14:05] – How to let the sediment settle so you can actually see

[15:30] – The difference between discomfort and unnecessary suffering

Whispers, Knocks & Bangs

[17:10] – Why misalignment gets louder the longer you ignore it

[19:00] – Susan's story: 20 years of pushing through before the house came down

[21:15] – How to start hearing the signals earlier and move through them with more ease

Powerful Quotes

"One of the most misunderstood parts of growth is that it rarely starts with clarity. It usually starts with frustration." –Blake Schofield

"You pay the full price emotionally on your unused potential." –Randy Massengale

"The longer you push through in misalignment, the worse it gets. It starts as a whisper, then a knock, then a bang, and then the whole house comes down." –Blake Schofield

"There is a discomfort in growth, but there doesn't need to be suffering." –Blake Schofield

Resources Mentioned

Explore Workshops, Leadership Capacity Risk Assessments, Leadership Development or Consulting at https://impactwithease.com/corporate-training-consulting/

Go to impactwithease.com/coaching to apply!

Discover what is driving your burnout: In just 5 minutes, learn your unique burnout type™ & how to restore your energy, fulfillment & peace at www.impactwithease.com/burnout-type

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Have you ever done everything "right", followed the plan, built the skills, put in the work, and still found yourself burned out, stuck, and wondering what went wrong?

That's exactly where Susan Glusica found herself.

Signs of career misalignment are often hardest to see in the people who appear the most successful on the outside.

After 20 years on Wall Street at firms like Goldman Sachs, Reuters, and Guardian, Susan understood money better than almost anyone. And yet — despite checking every box — she ended up in bankruptcy, drowning in shame and a pattern she couldn't see her way out of.

In this episode, Blake sits down with Susan to unpack what happens when highly capable people keep pushing through frustration, burnout, and misalignment without addressing the real root cause — and what finally changes when they do.

Episode Highlights

The Hidden Signs of Career Misalignment

[03:46] – The "crisis of legacy": when success stops feeling meaningful

[06:30] – Why the most capable people often miss misalignment the longest

[09:20] – How self-reliance quietly becomes a trap

From Wall Street to Bankruptcy

[13:00] – Excited, not terrified: why her transition felt right ( until it didn't)

[18:37] – Doing all the things right while something underneath was off

[20:43] – What was actually happening day to day when it all fell apart

Why Highly Capable People Stay Stuck Longer

[26:07] – Whisper, knock, bang and the house comes down

[28:10] – The shame of "I should have known better"

[32:39] – How strength and resilience become the very thing keeping you stuck

The Turning Point: Asking for Help

[36:01] – Discovering your Unique Fingerprint for Success™

[40:43] – How desperation cracked open the willingness to receive

[43:05] – What changes when you stop coming from a place of fear

Rebuilding a Life That Feels Aligned

[46:38] – Why courage isn't forced, it comes through the heart

[50:04] – Trusting your inner compass even when it makes no sense

[51:35] – What becomes possible when you stop solving the wrong problem

Powerful Quotes

"I would wake up with my stomach in knots every single day. That's not a good way to live." – Susan Glusica

"The signs of misalignment are always there. It's how we're interpreting them that changes everything." – Blake Schofield

"Nothing is easier than fully expressing your God-given innate talents in exchange for equal money for the betterment of humanity." – Susan Glusica

"It is the ways that we guilt and shame ourselves that keep us trapped, that keep us from seeking help, that keep us from recognizing that what's happening to us is not about our worth or our value." – Blake Schofield

Connect with Susan Glusica

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanglusica/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moneyenergymastery/

Resources Mentioned

Explore Workshops, Leadership Capacity Risk Assessments, Leadership Development or Consulting at https://impactwithease.com/corporate-training-consulting/

Go to impactwithease.com/coaching to apply!

Discover what is driving your burnout: In just 5 minutes, learn your unique burnout type™ & how to restore your energy, fulfillment & peace at www.impactwithease.com/burnout-type

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Why it keeps coming back… no matter what you change

Have you ever wondered "Why do I feel the same after changing jobs?" You've made big changes, adjusted how you work, done the inner work, and it all helped, for a while.

But the feeling came back. Same heaviness, different circumstances.

For high-achieving leaders, this cycle rarely looks like failure from the outside. You're still showing up, still performing, still trying to make it better. But no matter what you change, you keep landing in the same place.

In this episode, Blake breaks down why the changes you keep making aren't solving the problem, and what's actually driving the pattern.

Episode Highlights

The Cycle That Keeps Repeating

[01:10] – Why change creates relief, but not lasting results

[02:05] – How progress can feel real and still leave you back at square one

The Misdiagnosis That Keeps You Stuck

[03:00] – Why we assume it's the job, the role, or the situation

[03:45] – How trying harder actually reinforces the wrong solution

[04:30] – Why every time the pattern repeats, it gets a little heavier

Why Nothing You've Tried Has Fixed It

[05:10] – The difference between surface changes and what's actually driving the experience [05:50] – What it means to solve a problem from the same place it's being created

Powerful Quotes

"You're solving the wrong problem. You're trying to fix what's happening on the surface… but what's actually driving that experience hasn't changed." — Blake Schofield

"You can do everything right. You can make the smart decisions, take the right steps, follow the right path — and still end up feeling like something isn't working." — Blake Schofield

"If the thing you're trying to fix isn't actually the problem, then no amount of changes are going to solve it." — Blake Schofield

Resources Mentioned

Explore Workshops, Leadership Capacity Risk Assessments, Leadership Development or Consulting at https://impactwithease.com/corporate-training-consulting/

Go to impactwithease.com/coaching to apply!

Discover what is driving your burnout: In just 5 minutes, learn your unique burnout type™ & how to restore your energy, fulfillment & peace at www.impactwithease.com/burnout-type

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Why doesn't success feel the way I thought it would?

You've worked hard, hit the goals, built the life. So why does something still feel… off? If you've ever caught yourself wondering, "Why am I successful but unhappy?", or "Why am I not satisfied with my career?", you're not alone, and you're not broken.

For so many high-achieving leaders, the challenge isn't a lack of drive or skill. It's the quiet, unsettled feeling that keeps coming back no matter what you achieve or change.

In this episode, Blake unpacks why success can feel empty, why small fixes only help temporarily, and what's really going on beneath the surface.

If you've been questioning your career, your motivation, or why you can't just feel satisfied, this episode is for you.

Episode Highlights

When Success Doesn't Match the Feeling

[00:45] – Why external success doesn't guarantee internal fulfillment

[01:20] – The quiet tension high performers feel but rarely say out loud

[02:10] – How identity tied to work makes it hard to admit something's wrong

The Hidden Cost of Staying Stuck

[03:05] – Why "just be more grateful" or "care less" keeps you stuck longer

[03:55] – How the spark of energy and excitement slowly disappears over time

Why Nothing Seems to Fix It

[04:40] – Why small changes bring temporary relief but land you in the same place

[05:20] – The pattern that repeats across different circumstances — and what it means

Powerful Quotes

"It's hard when you're successful and unhappy because so many people push the message that this is just the price you pay for success." — Blake Schofield

"You keep putting in the effort, keep achieving the goals, and you keep ending back in the same place." — Blake Schofield

There is more possibility for your life than this. There is a way to build a life where you are energized by meaningful work and you still have the energy to enjoy the rest of your life." — Blake Schofield

Resources Mentioned

Explore Workshops, Leadership Capacity Risk Assessments, Leadership Development or Consulting at https://impactwithease.com/corporate-training-consulting/

Go to impactwithease.com/coaching to apply!

Discover what is driving your burnout: In just 5 minutes, learn your unique burnout type™ & how to restore your energy, fulfillment & peace at www.impactwithease.com/burnout-type

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Why What You're Doing Isn't Working (and You Still Feel Stuck)

Do you feel stuck in your career even though you're successful?

You've thought it through, tried different approaches, talked to people you trust, and something still feels off.

That's not a strategy problem. That's a visibility problem.

For high-achieving leaders, feeling stuck rarely shows up all at once. It starts quietly, a sense that something's off, a question you can't answer: Is this really where I'm supposed to be? So you do what you've always done. You figure it out. New approaches, better strategies, more effort. And for a while, it feels like progress. But underneath it all, nothing is actually resolving.

In this episode, Blake breaks down why the effort you're putting in isn't moving you forward, and she uncovers what's actually keeping you stuck.

Episode Highlights

Why You Feel Stuck Even Though You're Successful

[00:03] – Real leadership means no more choosing between your career and your life

[01:12] – How stuckness shows up subtly: quiet questioning, something feeling "off"

[02:40] – Why high performers default to "figure it out" mode—even when it stops working

Why Nothing You're Trying Is Actually Working

[04:00] – More effort can actually move you further from your goal

[05:15] – Blake's own story: hired a coach, moved further away from her goal

[07:00] – Why external strategies can pull you further out of alignment

The Hidden Reason You Can't See the Answer

[08:30] – It's like trying to read the label from inside the bottle

[09:45] – Why friends and family—with the best intentions—often reinforce the same patterns

[11:00] – Clarity comes from seeing what's hidden, not from doing more

Powerful Quotes

"The real risk isn't making a change. The real risk is continuing to make changes that don't actually solve the problem." — Blake Schofield

"You're not stuck because you're not capable. You're stuck because you can't see what's actually keeping you stuck." — Blake Schofield

"We've been taught to look externally for answers. But the real answers are internal—we've just never been taught how to read them." — Blake Schofield

Resources Mentioned

Explore Workshops, Leadership Capacity Risk Assessments, Leadership Development or Consulting at https://impactwithease.com/corporate-training-consulting/

Go to impactwithease.com/coaching to apply!

Discover what is driving your burnout: In just 5 minutes, learn your unique burnout type™ & how to restore your energy, fulfillment & peace at www.impactwithease.com/burnout-type

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Why One Part of Work Energizes You (and Another Drains You)

Have you ever crushed one part of your job and completely dreaded another? Felt energized by a project one day, then wiped out by a different one the next? And then wondered what's wrong with you?

Here's what most high-achieving professionals don't realize: That uneven energy isn't random. It's a signal.

So many successful people aren't unhappy because they're failing. They're unhappy because they've normalized tolerating work that doesn't match how they're actually wired to thrive. And over time, that looks like burnout, anxiety, a loss of confidence, or wondering why the success you worked so hard for doesn't feel the way you thought it would.

In this episode, Blake explores why stress is often friction, not failure, and what it really means when work feels harder than it should. She explains why being adaptable can quietly become self-abandonment, and the personal story from her Stitch Fix days that changed how she understood misalignment for good.

Episode Highlights

Why Work Drains You: It Isn't Always About Workload

[00:45] – Tolerating misalignment looks like burnout, frustration & numbness

[02:10] – What the Kolbe assessment reveals about how you naturally solve problems

[03:30] – When adaptability becomes self-abandonment

The Hidden Cost of Being Highly Capable

[04:55] – Why capable people get handed more and carry it silently

[06:20] – How performing well can hide the real cost of misalignment

[07:40] – The Stitch Fix story: same title, completely different energy

Misalignment vs. Inadequacy

[09:00] – "It felt like a fish trying to climb a tree" and what that actually means

[10:15] – Why "I should be able to do this" is often the wrong question

[11:30] – How understanding your Unique Fingerprint for Success™ changes everything

Strategic Realignment (Without Blowing Up Your Life)

[12:20] – You don't have to quit- you need alignment, not a reset

[13:10] – Clients see meaningful shifts in 4–6 weeks

[14:00] – In alignment, you're two to three times more effective

Powerful Quotes

"Adaptability without self-awareness very often becomes self-abandonment." — Blake Schofield

"I thought the stress meant something was wrong with me. But it didn't. It meant there was a mismatch — misalignment, not inadequacy." — Blake Schofield

"The people who will continue to thrive are not the ones trying to be everything to everyone. It will be the people who deeply understand how they create their highest value." — Blake Schofield

Resources Mentioned

Explore Workshops, Leadership Capacity Risk Assessments, Leadership Development or Consulting at https://impactwithease.com/corporate-training-consulting/

Go to impactwithease.com/coaching to apply!

Discover what is driving your burnout: In just 5 minutes, learn your unique burnout type™ & how to restore your energy, fulfillment & peace at www.impactwithease.com/burnout-type

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How to Build Resilience During Hard Times: Hope Is Not Canceled

Note: This episode discusses suicide and mental health.

Have you ever been in a season of life so heavy that you genuinely couldn't see a way through — or watched someone you love disappear into that darkness and not known what to do?

That feeling of helplessness is more common than most of us admit. And the silence around it is costing lives.

Resilience isn't something certain people are just born with. It's a skill, and most of us were never taught how to build it. For so many high-achievers, the pressure to appear strong means struggling alone, missing the signals in the people around them, and reaching a breaking point long before they ask for help.

In this episode, Blake sits down with Kristen Christy, co-creator of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and Master Resilience Trainer, to talk about how to build resilience during hard times, what to say when someone you care about is struggling, and why hope is never as far away as it feels.

Episode Highlights

Resilience Is a Skill, Not a Personality Trait

[03:40] - Kristen's story: stroke, suicide loss & a missing child

[38:21] - How to be intentional about building resilience before the storm hits

[42:00] - Reframing "NO" as Next Opportunity & sentence shifters that change everything

What People Get Wrong About Struggling

[15:46] - Why most of us are silently carrying more than we show

[16:30] - How anxiety shows up as overwork and why we celebrate it instead of seeing it [35:01] - Why shame is the most harmful thing we do to ourselves & others

How to Support Someone Who Is Struggling

[09:00] - The ACE framework: Ask, Care, Escort

[10:30] - Why you should use your EAP and how to call 988 for a friend

[30:00] - Small gestures that can save a life

The Role of Hope in Getting Through Hard Times

[34:19] - "When we lose hope, that's where everything falls apart" — Blake

[34:42] - Kristen's HOPE acronym: Hold On, Pain Eases & Help One Person Every Day

[41:00] - Borrowing hope when your own hope chest is empty

Powerful Quotes

"When we lose hope, that's where everything falls apart." — Blake Schofield

"Most people don't want to die. They want to want to live." — Kristen Christy

"Resilience is moving from challenge to challenge without losing hope." — Blake Schofield

"It takes nothing away from a burning candle to light another candle." — Kristen Christy

Guest Resources

Website: KristenChristyCares.com

Instagram: @kristen.christy.cares

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kristenchristy

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — call or text 988 (you can call for a friend)

Resources Mentioned

Explore Workshops, Leadership Capacity Risk Assessments, Leadership Development or Consulting at https://impactwithease.com/corporate-training-consulting/

Go to impactwithease.com/coaching to apply!

Discover what is driving your burnout: In just 5 minutes, learn your unique burnout type™ & how to restore your energy, fulfillment & peace at www.impactwithease.com/burnout-type

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The Lie That Change Is Hard (and What It's Costing You)

Have you ever known something in your life or career needed to change — but every time you considered it, your brain immediately offered a hundred reasons why it was too risky, too hard, or just not the right time?

That's not wisdom. For most high-achieving leaders, that's the lie.

The belief that change is hard is one of the most common, and most costly, patterns among leaders.

It feels rational. It feels responsible. But very often, it's the exact thing keeping you stuck inside patterns that are quietly draining your energy, your clarity, and your potential.

In this episode, Blake breaks down why your brain resists change even when you know something isn't working, how misalignment shows up long before anything breaks, and how to move forward without taking a massive leap.

Episode Highlights

The belief that quietly keeps you stuck

[00:45] – Why "change is hard" feels true… but often isn't
[01:20] – How your brain creates logical reasons to stay where you are
[02:10] – Why staying the same can actually create more risk

The early signs of misalignment most people ignore

[03:15] – The whisper → knock → bang progression
[04:00] – Sunday dread, low energy, and quiet dissatisfaction
[05:10] – Why rumination keeps you stuck instead of moving you forward

A different way to create change

[06:00] – Why change doesn't have to be extreme to be effective
[07:00] – How to "raise the floor" of your life and work
[07:55] – Building momentum that restores energy instead of draining it

Powerful Quotes

"The belief that change is hard is often the lie that keeps us stuck." — Blake Schofield

"We cannot create from a place of contraction." — Blake Schofield

Resources Mentioned

Explore Workshops, Leadership Capacity Risk Assessments, Leadership Development or Consulting at https://impactwithease.com/corporate-training-consulting/

Go to impactwithease.com/coaching to apply!

Discover what is driving your burnout: In just 5 minutes, learn your unique burnout type™ & how to restore your energy, fulfillment & peace at www.impactwithease.com/burnout-type

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The Competitive Advantage Most Companies Are Missing

Have you ever been inside an organization where everything looked fine on paper… but something just felt off?

The strategy was there. The team was capable. And yet work felt heavier than it should. Decisions took longer. Things that should've been simple kept creating friction.

Organizational clarity in business is becoming a competitive advantage — and most companies don't realize what it's costing them when it's missing.

Blake sits down with Sarah Harris, founder of Accelerate Impact, to unpack why clarity is quietly one of the most powerful (and overlooked) drivers of business success. Sarah has spent two decades at the intersection of purpose and profit, and what she's seen over and over is this: when clarity is missing, it shows up in burnout, misalignment, disengagement, and turnover.

If you're a leader sensing something's off, even when you can't quite name it, this conversation is for you.

Episode Highlights

Why organizational clarity is the new competitive advantage

[08:18] - Leaders who know who they are become a stable force people trust in a constantly shifting world

[09:45] - When values are clear, decisions get faster — and friction drops

[11:25] - The next generation is arriving with a fully blended mindset; purpose is the expectation

You don't have to choose between doing good and doing well

[13:55] - The biggest barrier isn't strategy, it's believing making money and doing good are at odds

[15:19] - Real examples of companies that opened new markets and deepened their impact simultaneously

[17:43] - What Kodak got wrong and what it reveals about operating too narrowly

Purpose has to show up in how you operate — not just what you say

[21:57] - Why misalignment is quietly two to three times more costly than most leaders realize

[32:15] - Sarah's simple three-part framework for clarifying purpose

[42:20] - What fear-based leadership actually costs in thinking capacity, creativity, and retention

Powerful Quotes

"In a world that's constantly shifting, clarity is what people trust." – Sarah Harris

"You don't have to choose between making money and doing good — you can build a business that does both." – Sarah Harris

"When people are in fight or flight, operating from fear or high stress, you lose 30% of your thinking capacity. People cannot produce their best work when they're in fear — and they can't sustain it." – Blake Schofield

"We were trained and taught not to bring our whole selves. But what we're realizing is that's actually good for people, and good for business, and good for the planet." – Sarah Harris

Connect with Sarah Harris:

Website: accelerateimpactconsulting.com

Resources Mentioned

Explore Workshops, Leadership Capacity Risk Assessments, Leadership Development or Consulting at https://impactwithease.com/corporate-training-consulting/

Go to impactwithease.com/coaching to apply!

Discover what is driving your burnout: In just 5 minutes, learn your unique burnout type™ & how to restore your energy, fulfillment & peace at www.impactwithease.com/burnout-type

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The Work Myth That's Burning Leaders Out

Have you ever noticed that the harder you push at work, the heavier everything seems to become?

More effort, more hours, more responsibility — and somehow, less energy, less clarity, less joy. Most leaders assume this is just what success looks like. That the people who make it are simply the ones who outwork everyone else. But what if that belief is actually one of the biggest leadership burnout causes hiding in plain sight?

The biggest productivity breakthrough isn't working harder. It's working in alignment with how you naturally create results.

In this episode, Blake shares what she's witnessed over nearly a decade of working with high-performing leaders — and what she experienced herself during 18 years in corporate retail, where her brain rarely shut off. The constant rumination, the analysis from every possible angle, waking up in the middle of the night with a running list. Externally, things looked successful. Internally, it was exhausting. The shift didn't come from doing less. It came from understanding how she actually works best.

This episode explores one of the most overlooked root causes of leadership burnout organizations face today—and why alignment may be the key to sustainable leadership success.

Episode Highlights

The Work Myth Driving Leadership Burnout:

[02:15] — Why pushing harder is often the thing holding leaders back
[04:30] — How beliefs about success form by age 7 & why we rarely question them
[06:45] — Mark Twain's quote that captures exactly what happens at work

Why Work Feels Harder Than It Should:

[09:10] — The hidden pattern behind every success you've ever had
[12:00] — Friction as data: what your frustration is actually telling you

Alignment as the Real Unlock:

[15:30] — A personal story about verbal processing & 50%+ time savings
[18:45] — Why the future of work isn't about doing more

Powerful Quotes

"The biggest productivity breakthrough isn't working harder. It's working in alignment with how you naturally create results." -Blake Schofield

"The frustration you're feeling at work is often data. It's not that something is wrong with you—it may be telling you you're operating against how you naturally work best." -Blake Schofield

"The future of work isn't about doing more. It's about understanding how you create your best work and designing your career around it." -Blake Schofield

Resources Mentioned

Explore Workshops, Leadership Capacity Risk Assessments, Leadership Development or Consulting at https://impactwithease.com/corporate-training-consulting/

Go to impactwithease.com/coaching to apply!

Discover what is driving your burnout: In just 5 minutes, learn your unique burnout type™ & how to restore your energy, fulfillment & peace at www.impactwithease.com/burnout-type

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Successful but Burned Out: Hasika's Leadership Breakthrough

Have you ever been the person everyone else relies on… while quietly running on empty inside?

That's where Hasika was. More than a decade in consumer goods. Promoted early. Trusted with high-stakes projects. Consistently delivering results that others couldn't. But behind that track record? Recurring cycles of burnout that were getting harder to push through — and patterns she didn't even realize she was carrying.

Leadership burnout often hides behind success.

For so many high-performing leaders, the challenge isn't capability. It's misalignment. The burnout isn't a sign something is wrong with you — it's a signal that how you're working no longer fits how you're actually wired to thrive.

In this episode, Blake shares a powerful client success story. Hasika experienced what it was like to finally get clarity on her Unique Fingerprint for Success™. That clarity didn't just change how she approached her job search. It transformed how she navigates stress in real time, how she collaborates with people around her, and how she's now leading inside a large multinational company in a role that was literally shaped around her capabilities in the interview process.

If you've been running hard but feeling the weight of it, this conversation is for you.

Episode Highlights

The Hidden Side of Leadership Burnout

[00:04] Why burnout often appears in leaders who are still performing well
[21:10] The difference between workload burnout and alignment burnout
[22:30] Why leaders often believe the problem is the company or the role — and keep repeating the same cycles

Uncovering the Patterns Quietly Driving the Cycles

[50:01] How unconscious belief systems develop and follow you from role to role
[51:30] The unhealthy pressure to prove you deserve to be where you are
[53:00] Why conditioning to "do it alone" becomes one of the biggest barriers to growth

Discovering Your Unique Fingerprint for Success™

[33:15] What the Colby assessment revealed and why it finally made feedback click
[38:34] How identifying the natural pattern behind every success changes how you see yourself
[42:58] The job search transformation: from endless applications to a role shaped around her strengths

Powerful Quotes

"There is value in having somebody walk you through your own Unique Fingerprint for Success and how to apply it to your daily life as well as your work life — and how you take that and really allow you to be your best version of yourself." — Hasika

"Burnout is not an indicator that something is wrong with you or that you lack capability. It really is a sign and symptom of being in misalignment." — Blake Schofield

"I think that process really helped me understand what it is I'm uniquely good at, and then it gave me something to very specifically talk about — translating that into what are my superpowers? What can I uniquely bring to the table?" — Hasika

Resources Mentioned

Explore Workshops, Leadership Capacity Risk Assessments, Leadership Development or Consulting at https://impactwithease.com/corporate-training-consulting/

Go to impactwithease.com/coaching to apply!

Discover what is driving your burnout: In just 5 minutes, learn your unique burnout type™ & how to restore your energy, fulfillment & peace at www.impactwithease.com/burnout-type

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The Talent Trap: Why Leaders Burn Out — and Traditional Solutions Fail

Have you ever pushed through exhaustion, told yourself to work harder, maybe even changed jobs — only to end up in the same cycle all over again?

Right now, organizations are investing more than ever in wellness programs, resilience training, and leadership development. And yet burnout, disengagement, and attrition keep climbing. The frustration is real on both sides.

But here's what most people aren't saying out loud: traditional solutions are failing because they're treating symptoms, not the source. You can't build adaptability, engagement, or sustainable performance on top of misalignment.

And misalignment is almost always what's actually driving burnout.

In this episode, Blake unpacks the hidden reason leadership burnout keeps happening despite training, wellness initiatives, and even job changes. You'll hear why being talented at something is no longer enough to sustain your energy or growth, and how uncovering your Unique Fingerprint for Success™ creates the kind of clarity that changes everything. Not just your performance, but your life.

Whether you're a leader quietly wondering if it's time to leave, or an organization watching your best people disengage, this episode will reframe what's really required to reduce leadership burnout without losing talent.

Episode Highlights

Why "Chase Your Talents" Advice Is Missing a Critical Nuance

[00:45] – Why being skilled at something doesn't mean it's energizing or right for you

[02:30] – How careers drift into misalignment, and why it takes a while to feel it

[04:00] – Why personality assessments and "find your why" advice rarely create real-world clarity

The Three Core Areas of Misalignment Driving Burnout

[05:30] – Natural wiring, belief patterns, and environmental friction — the real root causes [07:00] – Why leaders assume the environment is always the problem and what's actually going on

[08:15] – The Unique Fingerprint for Success™: where energy, talent & greatest impact intersect

Real Client Transformations

[09:45] – Kari: Re-engaged and retained after four years of stagnation in the same role [11:30] – Kaytee: Confidence, visibility & clarity — without changing companies

[13:00] – Corrie: 75% reduction in day-to-day stress within three months without her role changing

Why This Is Scalable — and Why It Matters Now

[15:00] – How this process has been refined and operationalized over 8+ years

[15:45] – What it means for organizations to protect institutional knowledge and reduce preventable attrition

Powerful Quotes

"Most people think their talents are simply what they're good at. And that's where it can get dangerous because many of us have become highly skilled at things that drain our energy, pull us out of alignment, and keep us from creating our greatest impact." —Blake Schofield

"When you remove misalignment at the root, you don't work harder — you work differently. " —Blake Schofield

"Burnout is actually a sign of deeper misalignment between how you're wired to thrive and how you're actually working and living. Fix the misalignment and everything changes." —Blake Schofield

"Being more fulfilled without sacrificing doesn't require leaving. It requires clarity." —Blake Schofield

Resources Mentioned

Let's explore what's possible for your team. If your company is investing in burnout, wellness or adaptability initiatives, but seeing rising burnout, disengagement, or retention risk, it may be time to address the root cause.

👉 Explore Workshops, Leadership Capacity Risk Assessments, Leadership Development or Consulting at https://impactwithease.com/corporate-training-consulting/

👉Go to impactwithease.com/coaching to apply!

Discover what is driving your burnout: In just 5 minutes, learn your unique burnout type™ & how to restore your energy, fulfillment & peace at www.impactwithease.com/burnout-type

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Successful… Until You're Not (Career Wake-Up Call) With guest expert, Lyndsay Dowd

Have you ever felt successful on the surface but quietly uncertain underneath?

You can do everything right — perform at the top, stay loyal, build an impressive legacy — and still find your career suddenly disrupted. Organizational shifts, new leadership, and evolving expectations are creating career volatility even for the most decorated professionals.

Many high performers are being caught off guard by shifts they never saw coming.

In this episode, Blake sits down with leadership expert, speaker, and unapologetic disruptor Lyndsay Dowd to unpack why even the highest performers get blindsided, and what it actually takes to build real career security in uncertain times. Lyndsay spent 23 years climbing the ranks at IBM, then got fired just six months into her next role. That shove out of the nest, as she calls it, became the catalyst for everything that followed.

Together, Blake and Lyndsay explore the critical difference between job security and true career security, why proactive visibility matters more than ever, and how to navigate career reinvention, whether you saw it coming or not. If you've been waiting until you "need" to take control of your career trajectory, this conversation is your wake-up call.

Episode Highlights

Why Even Top Performers Get Blindsided

[06:29] – The hidden assumptions leaders make about career stability

[08:10] – How strong performance can create a false sense of security

[09:31] – Why there's no such thing as job security — only career security

Career Security vs. Job Security

[09:31] – The structural shift happening across today's workforce

[10:45] – Why traditional loyalty no longer guarantees protection

[11:30] – What career ownership actually looks like in practice

Building Visibility Before You Need It

[13:03] – Why LinkedIn is now a platform for expertise, not just resumes

[17:36] – Small, practical ways to start strengthening your professional presence

[21:00] – How to build authentic connection even when you're starting from scratch

The Emotional Side of Career Disruption

[22:27] – Why hustle culture conditioning makes it harder to change

[26:20] – What makes unexpected career change so destabilizing for high performers

[31:29] – How sharing your story creates psychological safety for you and your team

Future-Proofing Your Career

[45:20] – The pros and cons list every leader should make before their next move

[48:36] – How building your brand now attracts the right aligned opportunities

[49:50] – Why starting a side hustle is one of the smartest career moves you can make

Powerful Quotes

"There's no such thing as job security. There's only career security and you have to build that for yourself." –Lyndsay Dowd

"As much as you think your company is loyal to you, they'll move you out in a heartbeat. So stop giving them your life, your health, your mental well-being. Only you can take care of that." –Lyndsay Dowd

"Your page doesn't have to be perfect. Your website doesn't have to be built. You do not have to have an LLC or a mission — but you should start talking about what's important to you." –Lyndsay Dowd

"When you don't communicate what is unique about who you are, how you create results, what you value — you create a huge burden for someone to figure it out. You're literally leaving them with hundreds of cameras and the hope that they pick you." –Blake Schofield

"I got the shove out of the nest at 50. You are not too old, you are not too tired — you have plenty still to say, and you have wisdom the younger generations could really learn from." –Lyndsay Dowd

Resources Mentioned

Drained at the end of the day & want more presence in your life? In just 5 minutes, learn your unique burnout type™ & how to restore your energy, fulfillment & peace at www.impactwithease.com/burnout-type

The Fastest Path to Clarity, Confidence & Your Next Level of Success: executive coaching for leaders navigating layered challenges. Whether you're burned out, standing at a crossroads, or simply know you're meant for more—you don't have to figure it out alone. Go to impactwithease.com/coaching to apply!

Ready to Future-Proof Your Leadership? Let's explore what's possible for your team. Whether you're navigating rapid growth, culture change, or quiet disengagement…we can help with our high-touch, root-cause focused solutions that are designed to help grow resilient, aligned & empowered leaders who navigate uncertainty with confidence and create impact without burning out, go to https://impactwithease.com/corporate-training-consulting/

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The Adaptability crisis no one is naming

Have you ever felt the pressure to keep up with the pace of change at work — but quietly wondered if you, or your team, actually have the capacity to do it?

Right now, organizations everywhere are sounding the alarm on adaptability. The convergence of AI, workforce restructuring, economic pressure, and shrinking skill shelf-life has made it one of the most urgent mandates in modern leadership.

But here's what's not being talked about enough: most organizations are trying to build adaptability on top of burnout, anxiety, identity disruption, and capacity depletion.

And that's exactly why the efforts keep stalling.

In this episode, Blake names the hidden human barriers to organizational adaptability that no reskilling platform or wellness app can fix on its own. From the neuroscience of burnout to the identity disruption that AI is quietly triggering inside your workforce, this conversation reframes adaptability as a three-layer challenge: capacity, identity, and operational design.

If you're leading a team through change right now — or navigating your own career evolution — this episode will expand how you understand what's truly required to adapt and thrive. Not just survive.

Episode Highlights

The Adaptability Mandate Facing Organizations

[01:15] – Why adaptability has become a survival capability, not a leadership buzzword

[02:00] – The convergence of AI, economic pressure, and workforce restructuring

[03:00] – Why operational solutions alone cannot solve adaptability gaps

Burnout as a Barrier to Adaptability

[04:15] – How sustained stress reduces cognitive and creative capacity

[04:45] – The neurological impact of prolonged workplace pressure

[05:20] – Why adaptability declines when capacity is depleted

AI as Both Disruptor and Intensifier

[06:00] – The dual reality of job displacement and workload expansion

[06:45] – Research showing AI often increases output expectations

[07:30] – The pressure employees feel to outperform technology

The Identity Disruption Underneath Workforce Change

[08:45] – How professionals tie identity to expertise and role mastery

[09:15] – The psychological impact of automation and skill obsolescence

[09:50] – Why identity threat activates survival patterns

Leading Adaptability From the Top Down and Bottom Up

[11:25] – The leadership responsibility to steward change sustainably

[12:00] – How fear-based cultures erode innovation

[12:40] – The power individual leaders have to redefine value and capacity

Powerful Quotes

"We're operating inside one of the most accelerated periods of change the modern workforce has ever experienced." –Blake Schofield

"Most organizations are trying to build adaptability on top of burnout, anxiety, identity disruption, and capacity depletion. And when we don't understand those things, our adaptability efforts are going to stall." –Blake Schofield

"Burnout will biologically reduce your ability to adapt. Problem solving declines. As does creativity and innovation. We tolerate less risk and we struggle to see new ways forward." –Blake Schofield

"We can't ask teams to experiment, evolve and create and do their best while they feel unsafe about their future." –Blake Schofield

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Why Negotiating Feels Risky: What Successful Negotiators Do Differently

Negotiation skills for women leaders shape far more than pay. They influence power, energy, and long-term career alignment.

Negotiation is happening every day. Not just in compensation conversations, but in expectations, workload, influence, and career trajectory.

Yet for many leaders, especially women, advocating for themselves still feels uncomfortable… even risky.

In this episode of Impact With Ease, Blake is joined by executive coach and nationally recognized women's leadership expert Kathryn Valentine to unpack why negotiation feels so charged, what leaders are unintentionally leaving on the table, and how to approach advocacy in a way that builds influence instead of backlash.

You'll hear why traditional negotiation advice — much of it built around male behavioral norms — can actually disadvantage women when applied directly. Kathryn introduces a relational negotiation framework that centers shared impact, collaboration, and strategic positioning rather than confrontation.

Episode Highlights

Why Negotiating Still Feels Risky

[08:14] – Women face higher backlash risk when negotiating for themselves [10:32] – Why fear around negotiation is justified (and solvable) [12:48] – The reputational concerns that silence capable leaders

The Advice Gap Women Face

[18:21] – Why most negotiation frameworks were built for men [20:05] – How traditional tactics can unintentionally create resistance [22:17] – The hidden cost of using the wrong tools

Negotiation Beyond Salary

[26:30] – The dozens of micro-negotiations leaders engage in daily [28:12] – Scope, deadlines, resources, and expectations are all negotiable [30:05] – How unconscious "yes" decisions compound into burnout

The Relational Negotiation Framework

[33:42] – Past performance + future vision as anchors [35:18] – Shifting from adversarial to collaborative framing [37:44] – Using "What do you think?" to create partnership instead of pushback

The AI Bias Leaders Aren't Talking About

[41:14] – Research showing AI may recommend women ask for 21% less than men [43:10] – Why salary benchmarking shortcuts can reinforce inequity [45:02] – Where AI helps — and where human strategy is still essential

Powerful Quotes

"A lot of women carry fear about negotiation, and that fear is justified. We are at a higher risk of backlash when negotiating on behalf of ourselves than men are. The exciting part is there's also a solution to that." – Kathryn Valentine

"A yes to anything is a no to something. The question is: what are you saying no to — and is that a trade-off you're willing to make?" – Kathryn Valentine

"We are negotiating every single day. And those micro-negotiations can change the course of your career." – Kathryn Valentine

"Change happens in small day-to-day actions that create a powerful domino effect." – Blake Schofield

Resources Mentioned

Connect with Kathryn Valentine:

Link to our FREE 76 things resource!

https://worthmorestrategies.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kval/

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Simple Burnout Resets You Can Use Today

Burnout doesn't usually arrive all at once.

Most leaders only recognize it when it reaches a peak—when they can't keep up anymore, when their health starts to suffer, or it spills into their home life.

But there are simple, science-backed tactics that can reduce burnout for leaders, restore focus, and reset energy during high-pressure workdays.

In this episode, Blake shares insights from a recent leadership workshop and offers two simple, immediately actionable resets that help restore cognitive capacity, energy, and presence during high-pressure workdays.

Episode Highlights

Why Traditional Burnout Support Falls Short

[01:30] - When wellness speakers and resilience training don't solve the real problem
[02:15] - Why leaders are too overloaded to engage with traditional programming
[02:45] - How burnout, performance, culture, and fulfillment are interconnected

The Hidden Cycle of Chronic Burnout

[03:20] - Recognizing burnout at peak vs. when it actually begins
[04:00] - Functioning and delivering while depleted
[04:30] - The difference between performing and thriving

The Three Root Drivers of Burnout

[05:45] - How to know if you're aligned: What percentage of your day are you in flow?
[06:30] - Subconscious beliefs that drive 90-95% of decisions
[07:45] - Environmental factors that shape productivity and energy

The Cognitive Impact of Stress

[08:50] - Losing thinking capacity under stress
[09:20] - Why feeling slower or overwhelmed is physiological, not personal failure
[10:00] - What becomes possible when you operate from higher alignment

Two Simple Resets That Create Immediate Relief

[10:40] - Scheduling cognitive breaks
[11:30] - The four-second pattern that resets your nervous system
[12:20] - Normalizing these practices with your team

Powerful Quotes

"Most leaders don't recognize burnout when it begins. They recognize it when it reaches a peak, when they can't keep up anymore, when their health starts to suffer, it spills into their home life, and their mental and emotional capacity shrinks." -Blake Schofield

"Burnout is really a chronic state of misalignment across three areas: being misaligned with how you're naturally wired to thrive, subconscious beliefs and conditioning, and environment." -Blake Schofield

"If you're delivering the results you're delivering now, operating at 30% to at best 70% of your capacity, imagine what becomes possible when you're operating from a much higher level of alignment." -Blake Schofield

"The leaders who thrive now and in this next era are the ones who learn how to work and lead in alignment with how they're wired." -Blake Schofield

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Puzzles, Not Goals: Rethinking How Teams Succeed with guest expert, Radhika Dutt

Puzzle-driven leadership challenges goal-setting at a time when pressure, burnout, and uncertainty are reshaping how teams succeed.

When you set targets, you rarely get the reality from the trenches. Instead, you create incentives for people to give you a falsely rosy picture. And leaders become the last to know what's really happening.

In this episode of Impact With Ease, Blake is joined by Radhika Dutt, author of Radical Product Thinking, for a wide-ranging conversation on leadership, intentionality, and why traditional goal setting fails teams. If you're navigating rapid change, new technology, rising burnout, or a growing sense that "the old ways" no longer work, this episode offers clarity and a new way forward. You'll hear why traditional goal setting isn't working and how puzzle driven leadership vs goal setting creates accountability without fear, restores curiosity, and builds teams capable of adapting in real time.

Episode Highlights

Intentionality and Responsibility in Leadership

[08:24] - Why technology is a tool and how intention determines its impact
[10:21] - How corporate responsibility goes beyond individual choice
[12:09] - The role leaders take on: like doctors prescribing solutions

Technology, AI, and the Limits of Goal-Driven Thinking

[14:24] - The FOMO trap: "AI first" isn't a strategy
[16:30] - Where AI actually belongs in your vision and strategy
[17:30] - Why decisions from fear never create optimal outcomes

Why Goals Create Pressure, Burnout, and Blind Spots

[20:32] - How aspirational targets create exhaustion and a cycle of marathons
[22:30] - Going from knowing the answer to staying curious
[23:30] - Goals vs. puzzles: pressure and importance vs. creativity and curiosity

The Shift From Goals to Puzzles

[24:30] - How puzzle-thinking doubled sales
[27:21] - Why proven principles show up in different methodologies
[30:58] - How puzzles offer scaffolding without rigidity

Accountability Without Performance Theater

[33:11] - The three big questions
[37:55] - How survival mode shuts down creative problem-solving
[39:53] - Practical next steps: the OLA framework

Powerful Quotes

"When you set targets, you rarely get the reality from the trenches. Instead, you create incentives for people to give you a falsely rosy picture." -Radhika Dutt

"When you have puzzles, people bring curiosity. And curiosity is what keeps teams in the problem long enough to actually learn." -Radhika Dutt

"When people are in survival mode, their ability to problem-solve and think creatively shuts down—and that's a massive risk for organizations right now." -Blake Schofield

"We vote with our labor for the world that we want to produce. If you don't reflect on your intention, how do you know if you're casting the right vote for the world you want to create?" -Radhika Dutt

"Goals trigger pressure and importance. Puzzles trigger creativity and curiosity." -Blake Schofield

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When It All Feels Like Too Much

Feeling overwhelmed and uncertain right now?

If the world feels heavier, more unsettled, or harder to process than usual, you're not alone.

When what we thought was stable no longer feels certain, our nervous systems respond with stress, fear, and powerlessness.

These reactions are not personal failings. They're natural biological responses to uncertainty.

In this episode, Blake names what so many people are experiencing right now and explains how to cope when everything feels overwhelming. She offers a grounded perspective and practical ways to find calm and perspective in uncertain times, helping you find steadiness and agency when the stress and uncertainty feels like too much.

Episode Highlights

Why Everything Feels So Hard Right Now

[01:30] - Understanding fight, flight, freeze, and fawn responses
[03:45] - Why most people are cycling between multiple survival responses
[04:30] - How awareness creates self-compassion and clarity

Division, Information Overload, and Where Trust Begins

[05:20] - The Edelman Trust Barometer
[06:16] - Why companies are best positioned to bridge divides
[07:00] - Where safety and trust really begin

The River Story: A Powerful Metaphor for Uncertain Times

[10:15] - The moment of danger that shifted the entire journey
[12:30] - When trying to control exhausts us more than the danger itself
[14:00] - The shift from panic to presence and strategic action

Finding Steadiness in the Middle of Uncertainty

[17:45] - What we can control when we can't control the river
[19:30] - Why slowing down is strategic, not passive
[22:30] - Change as the gift that opens possibility

Powerful Quotes

"If you've been feeling unsettled, reactive, angry, exhausted, overwhelmed, numb, or emotionally raw lately, I want to say this first: there's nothing wrong with you." -Blake Schofield

"We can't control the level of unrest, division, and challenges that we are under globally, economically, and everything else. The only thing we can control is how we go through it." -Blake Schofield

"Change actually is the gift. It is the only place of which we're able to create what it is that we want." -Blake Schofield

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Edelman Trust Barometer

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Successful, But Unfulfilled: Corrie's Leadership Turning Point

Are you a successful, but unfulfilled, leader?

Corrie wasn't burned out or failing, but she was unfulfilled, questioning herself, and missing the spark that once made her work feel meaningful. This is the story of how one woman stopped trying to "push through" and started realigning how she worked, led, and carried responsibility.

Fulfillment doesn't require walking away from success. Sometimes, it requires learning how to lead and work differently from the inside out.

In this episode, Blake helps unpack a real leadership success story. Corrie was successful by every external measure—strong leader, solid career, flexibility, income, and trust. And yet, she felt drained, disengaged, and quietly questioning herself.

You'll hear why successful leaders feel unfulfilled at work and how she found leadership fulfillment without changing jobs. Instead, she found clarity, gained energy, and reignited the spark that once made her work meaningful.

Episode Highlights

The Hidden Struggle of Successful Leaders

[01:55] - Dreading getting out of bed despite driving results
[03:20] - When job searching becomes a cycle of rejection
[04:38] - The belief that "this is just how it is" once you climb the ladder

When Job Changes Don't Fix the Problem

[16:49] - How constant rejection erodes confidence
[18:50] - Missing the signs to stop and ask "What am I missing?"
[20:10] - The frustration of wanting results now vs. reflection

The Perspective Shift That Changed Everything

[25:01] - Realizing misalignment was the real problem
[27:04] - Understanding what truly motivates you beyond revenue
[30:34] - Taking back your power from external circumstances

Becoming a Better Leader by Carrying Less

[44:37] - Getting the same results in fewer hours by working differently
[48:41] - Learning you have more control than you thought

Fulfillment Without Sacrificing Career or Family

[50:46] - Moving from personal to seeing the bigger picture
[53:26] - Shifting from desperation mode to empowered
[55:51] - Why the journey was worth it

Powerful Quotes

" I kept thinking I'm okay. And then I got to a point where I just wasn't happy anymore. I wasn't excited to go to work. I wasn't excited about, you know, those results I was driving. I was just dreading getting out of bed. And it was more than just like depression or anything like that. It was like, I really had nothing to look forward to. And I just noticed it was impacting my life, my relationships. And I'm like, I need to make a change." -Corrie

"I didn't realize that you can be happy in your career once you climb the ladder, but this whole process has really just opened up my eyes. And not just in my career, but like in life in general with my family and my friends and hobbies and everything." -Corrie

"It's okay to ask for help. I was always the person who had the answers. So when it came to the point where I needed help, I didn't even know what to do or where to turn." -Corrie

"The only way we really can truly create change is to understand what we need and how we can be empowered to create that change for ourselves." -Blake Schofield

"Your career is not in your manager's hands. It's in your hands. You have control of this." -Corrie

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Support Without Solving: Stop Carrying It All as a Leader

Serial fixers often experience leadership burnout which quietly shows up as emotional over-responsibility, exhaustion, and feeling like everything depends on you. You care deeply about your people. You want to be supportive, responsive, and present. But somewhere along the way, that helpfulness starts to feel heavy.

Being helpful shouldn't drain you.You weren't meant to carry everything. And pretending you can could be what's breaking you.

In this episode of Impact With Ease, Blake Schofield sits down with psychotherapist and corporate mental wellness expert Leah Marone to explore why so many leaders feel responsible for everything. You'll learn how to lead in a way that supports others without carrying it all yourself.

Episode Highlights

Why Leaders End Up Carrying Everything

[06:34] - How empathy and competence turn into over-responsibility
[09:20] - The unspoken pressure leaders feel to "hold it all together"
[11:31] - Why this pattern is so common in high-performing leaders

The Hidden Cost of Being the Helper

[13:56] - How solving for others actually increases exhaustion
[16:20] - Why teams become dependent instead of empowered
[17:26] - The emotional labor leaders rarely name out loud

Support Without Solving: What Changes

[18:58] - The difference between being supportive and being responsible
[20:22] - How validation builds trust without taking ownership
[22:20] - What leaders can do instead of fixing

Helping Teams Build Confidence and Ownership

[27:04] - Why discomfort is part of growth for teams
[28:04] - How leaders unintentionally block development
[31:44] - Simple shifts that create capability instead of dependence

Leading with Boundaries That Actually Work

[34:38] - Internal boundaries that reduce emotional load
[37:10] - How to stay caring without carrying everything
[42:27] - Why presence matters more than perfect answers

The Power of Micro-Resets

[48:48] - Using daily transitions as opportunities to release stress
[47:28] - How small shifts compound into significant change
[51:28] - Building the muscle of being present without being perfect

Powerful Quotes

"Support doesn't mean solving. It means creating space for someone to build their own confidence." – Leah Marone

"It's the thing that helped you feel successful and loved and a sense of belonging. And then it is the thing that becomes cycles of burnout, overwhelm, over-responsibility, worrying about everyone else's feelings while dishonoring your own." – Blake Schofield

"People have to have our ownership, we have to hear ourselves, it has to get pocketed away internally for us to be able then to activate." – Leah Marone

"You cannot receive when your hands are full. Life is always going to give you something that's unexpected. And when you are so busy and so full that you don't have space for that, then it makes it really hard to manage your emotions, to help deal with and manage other people's emotions, to be present to the greater opportunities." – Blake Schofield

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Why Does Success Feel So Hard (When You're Good at Your Job)?

You're successful. You're respected. So why does work feel heavier, more exhausting, and less fulfilling than it should?

Burnout in capable professionals rarely comes from failure. It comes from years of being the person who steps in, figures it out, and carries more than their share.

In this episode, Blake explores why high performers feel exhausted even when they're doing everything "right". You'll hear why common fixes like rest, boundaries, or a new role rarely create lasting change, and you'll learn what actually does.

Episode Highlights

When Success Starts Feeling Heavy

[01:00] - A client who did everything right but felt exhausted
[02:15] - "I keep over-giving and I don't know how to stop"
[03:20] - When caring deeply still leaves you drained

How Being Capable Becomes Costly

[04:10] - The ability that made you successful started costing you
[05:30] - When success strategies quietly turn into stress patterns

Why Change Doesn't Stick

[06:45] - Changing environments but finding the same cycles
[08:20] - Root patterns driven by the subconscious

What Actually Creates Sustainable Success

[09:45] - How to change the patterns keeping you stuck
[10:50] - Success doesn't have to require self-sacrifice

Powerful Quotes

"This isn't the kind of burnout where you hate your job. It's the kind where you care deeply and you're still drained." -Blake Schofield

"Over-responsibility and hyper-performance aren't personality traits. They're actually ways of living that you learned how to do in order to adapt." -Blake Schofield

"This is not a willpower problem. It's not a discipline problem. And it's not a capability problem. It's a root pattern problem." -Blake Schofield

"Success does not have to feel this hard. And nothing's wrong with you. You're not lazy or ungrateful and you're not failing. You're just operating from a pattern that's outlived its usefulness." -Blake Schofield

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Imposter Syndrome in Leadership: Why Even Experienced Leaders Struggle

Imposter syndrome in leadership doesn't disappear with experience. It often shows up when the pressure is highest. Even the most capable leaders can find themselves questioning their confidence under stress.

Self-doubt doesn't mean you're incapable. It means you're human—and often, that you're growing.

In this episode, Blake sits down with Jenn Donahue, retired U.S. Navy Captain, keynote speaker, and author, to unpack why experienced leaders feel imposter syndrome and how leaders overcome imposter syndrome under pressure. From life-or-death decisions in Afghanistan to navigating misogyny in male-dominated environments, Jenn shares grounded, real-world insight on leading with clarity, confidence, and alignment.

Episode Highlights

When Imposter Syndrome Hijacks Your Brain

[10:56] - Facing an assassination threat in Afghanistan
[11:37] - What happens when your brain goes to "Who am I to be in charge?"
[14:33] - Why this is the human condition, not a weakness
[18:04] - When it shows up at a conference invitation

The Cost of Trying to Lead Like Everyone Else

[26:49] - Early mistakes in leadership
[27:45] - The mentor who helped her find quiet leadership
[29:45] - Your unique fingerprint for success
[31:27] - The admiral who wished he'd figured it out sooner

Navigating Misogyny with Strategy, Not Reaction

[34:57] - "Because that's what men do"—handling blatant disrespect
[37:50] - Why having allies in the room matters
[40:51] - The power of pausing before responding

The Warrior Framework

[42:47] - Four steps to quiet your inner critic
[43:30] - Friend or foe? Identifying the voices in your head
[44:50] - Just take the first step—it doesn't have to be perfect

Powerful Quotes

"You have to be yourself in order to be effective. Trying to be like everyone else doesn't work." -Jenn Donahue

"Imposter syndrome doesn't mean you're not ready. It usually means you're growing." -Jenn Donahue

"Pain is inevitable. But suffering is a choice. Right before our breakthrough is always surrender." -Blake Schofield

"So often in our society, we are trying to remove the challenges that we face. But we grow through our challenges and growth comes through discomfort." -Blake Schofield

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Before Setting New Goals, Listen to This

Before setting goals for the new year, there's an important step most leaders miss.

Rather than rushing to define what's next, gaining clarity is key.

Career clarity doesn't come from pushing harder. It comes from pausing long enough to notice what no longer fits.

In this reflective episode, Blake invites you to look back at the patterns you've been carrying and consider what may be quietly draining your energy. If you feel on the brink of change, this conversation will meet you right where you are. This is about creating impact with more ease, not more effort.

Episode Highlights

A Different Kind of Year-End Pause

[01:15] - Why it isn't about doing more
[02:10] - The power of listening before planning

The Hidden Patterns Leaders Carry

[03:30] - Why we cling to what once worked
[04:20] - How outdated success rules drain energy
[05:10] - When something no longer fits

The "Brink" of Change

[05:45] - Why uncertainty often feels quiet
[06:15] - The space between clarity and confusion
[06:40] - Trusting the signals you're receiving

A New Way for Leaders

[07:50] - Raising the floor vs. reaching higher
[08:10] - Three questions before you set goals

Powerful Quotes

"We don't cling to things because we're stuck. We cling to them because they once worked." -Blake Schofield

"Ease doesn't come from doing less of what matters. It comes from letting go of what no longer does." -Blake Schofield

"Clarity often comes after we let go, not before." -Blake Schofield

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Is This As Good As It Gets?" Why Leaders Think Fulfillment Isn't Possible

If you've ever caught yourself wondering why fulfillment doesn't feel possible at work, you're not alone. When success no longer brings the clarity, satisfaction, or peace they expected, many leaders quietly reach a point where they think, "Is this as good as it gets in my career?"

Most leaders don't struggle because they haven't tried hard enough. They struggle because they've tried everything.

Promotions, coaching, and therapy don't work long term because they address symptoms without resolving the deeper operating system driving stress, dissatisfaction, and over-effort.

In this episode of Impact With Ease, Blake Schofield breaks down why so many traditional solutions fail to create lasting change and what actually makes it possible to have both.

You'll hear how fulfillment becomes impossible when leadership and career decisions are built on outdated belief systems, nervous system patterns, and misalignment. You'll learn why willpower, mindset shifts, and surface-level tools can't override an internal system that was never designed for ease, clarity, or sustainable success.

Can you have a fulfilling career and a life you love? Yes. And it starts with understanding what's really been holding you back.

Episode Highlights

Why "Doing Everything Right" Still Feels Wrong

[01:15] - The quiet cycle leaders don't talk about
[02:10] - Why good intentions don't create lasting change
[03:20] - The boat with 20 holes: why temporary fixes fail

Why Career Fixes Don't Work Long Term

[04:35] - How siloed solutions keep you stuck
[05:40] - The real reason your patterns keep repeating
[07:15] - Why you can't outwork a misaligned operating system

The Hidden Operating System Running Your Career

[08:25] - How early beliefs shape your leadership today
[09:30] - The survival strategies that stop serving you
[10:45] - Why overachieving becomes your biggest obstacle

What Actually Makes Fulfillment Possible

[12:15] - Aligning with how you're naturally wired to thrive
[13:40] - Your unique fingerprint for success
[15:20] - Why understanding yourself creates career safety
[17:10] - The power of rewiring limiting beliefs at the root

Leading and Living Without the Tradeoff

[19:15] - Showing up as your authentic self vs. using scripts
[20:30] - Why vulnerability creates better leaders
[21:45] - How alignment creates rapid transformation

Powerful Quotes

"You cannot outwork or outsmart an operating system that was never built for ease, flow, alignment, or sustainable success." -Blake Schofield

"You are not broken and there isn't anything wrong with you. You have never been the problem. What you're experiencing are signs and symptoms of misalignment in your life." -Blake Schofield

"People can tell when you're honest and vulnerable and you show up as your full self and people can tell when you are approaching things from a script or feeling like you have to show up in a certain way in order to be successful." -Blake Schofield

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The Future of Leadership: How to Thrive in a Changing World with Steve Cadigan

Do you feel like you're leading through more uncertainty than ever before?

Wondering how to navigate AI disruption, team burnout, and constant transformation without completely losing yourself in the process?

If you're a leader right now, you're facing something unprecedented. You're being asked to do more with less, lead through chaos you've never experienced, and somehow keep your team engaged—all while trying not to burn out yourself.

And the truth is, most leaders haven't been given the tools or support they actually need for this moment.

In this episode, you'll hear from one of the world's foremost experts on what it actually takes to lead well right now. Blake sits down with Steve Cadigan, LinkedIn's first Chief HR Officer who helped scale the company from 400 to 4,000 employees and shaped a culture so impactful it became a Stanford course. Named a top 100 global thought leader in people and talent since 2021, Steve brings over 30 years of leading through transformation across six different industries.

Together, they explore why this moment—despite the chaos—is actually one of the greatest opportunities for leaders. You'll discover why hard work doesn't build careers, how to create stability when everything feels uncertain, and the human skills that will set you apart in the decade ahead.

Today's conversation offers something leaders desperately need: hope, clarity, and a roadmap for what's possible when you lead differently.

Episode Highlights

Leading Through Uncertainty & the Future of Work

[06:52] - The rise of workforce fluidity and what it signals
[08:55] - Why moving companies accelerates career growth
[10:32] - Three pathways to close the growing skill gap

AI, Anxiety & Building Career Security

[14:24] - Why universities and businesses must merge to solve skill gaps
[17:48] - The disappearing function of leadership development
[19:31] - Creating workplaces where people are passionate, not just present

Human Skills That Will Define the Next Decade

[27:12] - The power of saying "no"
[29:54] - Understanding your unique pattern for creating success
[33:12] - How to become a faster learner in a world of constant change

Leading People (and Yourself) in a Changing World

[40:50] - Why most people don't know how to interview
[43:09] - Your boss shapes your culture more than any company values
[45:22] - The art of "leading the leader" and managing up effectively
[52:40] - The most critical skill for leaders today

Powerful Quotes

"Hard work doesn't build careers — trust does." – Steve Cadigan

"We've optimized systems for decades, but we haven't optimized people." – Blake Schofield

"If you're managing people today, you know they're not okay. And that's hard." —Steve Cadigan

"In a world of chaos, the people who win are the ones who can simplify." —Blake Schofield

Resources Mentioned

Connect with Steve Cadigan: ● https://stevecadigan.com ● https://www.linkedin.com/in/cadigan ● Workquake book on Amazon ● Workquake Weekly podcast

Workquake: Embracing the Aftershocks of COVID-19 to Create a Better Model of Working

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The Silent Signs of Survival Mode: Why You're Drained

Feeling exhausted, unfocused, or emotionally overwhelmed, even though you're still performing? You may be in survival mode at work without realizing it.

That's where so many leaders are right now. On the outside, you're delivering. You're holding everything together.

But inside? There's this quiet whisper: "I can't keep doing this."

For so many high-achieving leaders, the challenge isn't a lack of capability. It's that your nervous system is stuck in protective mode. Constant change, uncertainty, restructures, and the weight of responsibility have all pushed your system into a place it was never designed to live.

In this episode, Blake breaks down the signs you're stuck in survival mode. She explains why responsible leaders are most at risk and what it really takes to reclaim your clarity and energy.

If you've ever wondered why rest doesn't fix the problem or why everything feels heavier than it should, this conversation is for you.

Episode Highlights

What Survival Mode Really Looks Like

[01:45] - Why it doesn't look dramatic

[02:20] - The functional version most leaders miss

[02:50] - Signs you're stuck in survival mode

Why Strong, Capable Leaders Get Trapped Here

[05:45] - How strengths become coping strategies

[06:15] - The nervous system's learned patterns

[06:50] - The pressure-performance cycle that keeps you on edge

The Deeper Root: Lifelong Patterns of Survival

[07:30] - Early wiring and identity

[08:10] - How your body keeps trying to protect you

[08:45] - The real reason rest doesn't fix the problem

The Hope: What's Possible When You Shift Out of Survival Mode

[09:25] - More clarity, energy, and creativity

[09:55] - Returning to presence and confidence

[10:20] - Why transformation can be faster than you think

Powerful Quotes

"You're not broken, and nothing about you has ever been the problem." -Blake Schofield

"Survival mode isn't dramatic. It looks functional—until you realize you don't feel like you anymore." -Blake Schofield

"If you've been operating in some version of survival mode for most of your life, you have no idea how much more capability, clarity, energy, creativity, and confidence are actually available to you." -Blake Schofield

Resources Mentioned

Take the Burnout Type™ Quiz Discover your unique burnout pattern so you can finally solve the real issue. Go to www.impactwithease.com/burnout-type/

Work With Blake (1:1 Coaching) For leaders ready to regain clarity, energy, and sustainable success. Go to impactwithease.com/coaching to apply!

Corporate Leadership Development Support your teams with practical, neuroscience-backed tools to reduce stress, navigate uncertainty and communicate effectively. go to https://impactwithease.com/corporate-training-consulting/

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ALIGNMENT 101: Why Doing Everything 'Right' Still Leads to Burnout Why do so many driven, successful professionals burn out, even when they're doing everything "right"?

In this episode of Impact With Ease, Blake reveals the hidden reason why high performers are silently struggling with exhaustion, overthinking, and loss of clarity.

What's really happening is misalignment.

You'll learn how misalignment quietly infiltrates your work, belief systems, and daily environment, and why working harder only makes things worse. Blake breaks down the brain science of burnout, explains why you can't override your natural wiring, and shares the critical first step to move from depletion to sustainable energy.

If you're running on fumes or just know deep down there has to be a better way, this conversation will shift your entire perspective.

Episode Highlights

Clarity Through Alignment, Not Just Process

[01:19] - What alignment really is and why it's not a fluffy concept

[02:28] - What alignment feels like in daily life

[03:18] - Why leaders miss the signs of misalignment

[04:32] - Understanding functional survival mode

The Neuroscience of Alignment

[05:32] - How your brain operates when aligned vs. misaligned

[06:13] - Why your wiring will always win

The 3 Core Forms of Misalignment

[07:03] - Doing work that fights your natural wiring

[09:44] - Misaligned beliefs and conditioning: the invisible patterns we form

[11:42] - How to shift beliefs without years of therapy

[12:28] - Why leaving isn't always the answer

[14:06] - How stressed leaders unintentionally create negative cultures

What Alignment Looks Like in Action

[15:13] - Client story: Evan's transformation from burnout to reclaiming 20 hours per week

[16:23] - The one simple shift to get more in alignment

Powerful Quotes

"You burn out because you've been trying to succeed while working against the very way you are naturally wired to thrive." —Blake Schofield

"Alignment is where your peace, purpose, and progress finally meet. It's the shift from just living to fully being alive." —Blake Schofield

"Your wiring will always win. You can push against it for a season or even years...but in the end, your wiring will always win." —Blake Schofield

"Every single moment of friction, stress, or anxiety is data and a lesson to be learned." —Blake Schofield

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Creating Career Safety: Future-Proof Your Career & Leadership skills

The old rulebook said: work hard, deliver results, stay loyal, and your career will be safe. But that rulebook? It's obsolete.

Today, even the best leaders are getting blindsided by layoffs, burnout, and change they didn't see coming. Target, Amazon, Meta, consulting firms—massive waves of restructuring are reshaping how organizations operate.

The question isn't "How do I keep my job?" anymore. It's "How do I create safety, clarity, and growth no matter what changes around me?"

In this episode, Blake reveals why the traditional model of job security no longer works and introduces the five essential skills that will define the next decade of leadership. You'll discover how to build real career safety in a world where certainty no longer exists, not by working harder, but by learning to optimize your energy, align with how you're wired, and navigate change with confidence.

If you're a high-achieving leader feeling the weight of uncertainty, this episode will help you move from survival mode to strategic leadership.

Episode Highlights

The New Reality of Work

[00:45] - Why the old career safety model is obsolete

[01:15] - What's happening across corporate America

[02:30] - The most significant transition in the history of work

Building Career Safety from the Inside Out

[03:45] - What career safety really means

[04:20] - The three foundations of career safety

[05:10] - Why you can't future-proof your career from survival mode

[06:15] The Torchlight Framework: 5 Skills to Master

Playing Offense, Not Defense

[10:00] - Skating to where the puck is going

[10:45] - Moving from protection to creation

Powerful Quotes

"When you're aligned with how you're wired to work best, stress becomes fuel. When you're not, it becomes exhaustion. And that's the invisible line between leaders who adapt and those who burn out." -Blake Schofield

"The leaders who thrive in this next decade won't be the ones who push harder. They'll be the ones who learn how to optimize their skills, their energy, and their path, and realign faster when things get off track." -Blake Schofield

"What used to make you successful was endurance. What will make you successful now is alignment." -Blake Schofield

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The Psychology of Leadership: Turn Stress into Peak Performance, with Sebastien Page, a $500 billion fund manager

How do top leaders and athletes use stress to boost performance instead of burning out?

Most high-achieving leaders believe they have to eliminate stress to perform their best—but sports psychology reveals the opposite is true.

The real problem isn't stress itself; it's operating too close to the edge without understanding your optimal performance zone, leading to burnout, lost creativity, and goal-induced blindness.

In this episode of Impact with Ease, Blake talks with Sebastien Page, Chief Investment Officer at T. Rowe Price and author of The Psychology of Leadership, about the neuroscience and psychology of peak performance.

Sebastien shares insights from 25 years as a leader in high-pressure finance, revealing how research from elite athletes like Simone Biles and Roger Federer can transform how you lead. You'll learn why zero stress isn't the goal, how to turn stress into energy, and the framework for sustainable success that helps you thrive at work while protecting what matters most in life.

Episode Highlights

Turning Stress Into Peak Performance

[00:04] – Why zero stress isn't the goal for optimal performance

[06:33] – The "second layer" of stress that leads to burnout

[08:15] – The performance curve: when stress helps vs. harms your leadership

Sports Psychology Meets Executive Leadership

[11:18] – Zone pacing: finding your optimal speed as a leader

[13:47] – Flow state and the balance between challenge and capability

[15:20] – What Simone Biles teaches us about overtraining, rest, and coming back stronger

Deep Work, AI, and the Future of Leadership

[23:35] – Deep work vs. shallow work for high-performing leaders

[27:28] – The optimistic case for AI

[30:00] – Why burned-out leaders can't innovate in the AI era

[32:29] – Eric Hoffer's wisdom: "Learners inherit the earth"

Rethinking Success and the Psychology of Goals

[34:15] – You're not burned out—you're addicted to the wrong goals

[36:30] – The Harvard happiness study: what really predicts long-term fulfillment

[38:48] – Achievement doesn't fix a misaligned life

Resilience, Failure, and Sustainable Success

[48:23] – How small daily misalignments drain your energy

[50:07] – Addressing small stressors

[51:06] – Roger Federer and learning to lose well

[55:31] – The one habit that predicts thriving

Powerful Quotes

"What sports psychologists found is that optimal performance isn't at zero stress — it's at the point of healthy activation." – Sebastian Page

"Achievement doesn't fix a misaligned life. How you feel day to day is what matters most." – Blake Schofield

Resources Mentioned

Connect with Sebastian Page:

https://www.psychologyofleadership.net/
https://www.instagram.com/sebastienpagebook?igsh=MWk2cWV2c2JmNGhiNA%3D%3D
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3mpHw7hFLiqCSawsBkK11g

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Leading Through Fear — How to Guide Your Team (and Yourself) Through Uncertainty

Have you been asking yourself, "How can I lead when everyone, including me, is afraid?"

We're living in a time of extraordinary change, and with change often comes fear. It's felt at every level of organizations, from executives making tough decisions to employees wondering what tomorrow will bring.

Layoffs, restructuring, and constant change have left many anxious, disengaged, and uncertain about the future. But here's what leaders often don't realize…

Pushing harder when fear is high doesn't create results. It creates burnout.

So, how should leaders respond when employees are scared or feeling unsettled?

In this episode, Blake shares how to lead effectively when fear and uncertainty are high so you and your team can move from survival mode to sustainable success. Learn how fear impacts the brain, why survival mode kills innovation, and practical strategies for leading through change with trust, calm, and clarity.

Episode Highlights

Why Fear Shuts Down Your Team's Best Thinking

[02:15] - How uncertainty triggers survival mode in leaders and teams

[03:45] - What happens in the brain when people feel unsafe

[04:30] - Why pushing harder amplifies the problem

Four Practical Leadership Moves for Navigating Uncertainty

[06:20] - Why honesty builds credibility

[08:15] - The importance of acknowledging fear

[09:45] - How to spot your survival mode triggers

[11:30] - Rebuilding trust daily through micro moments

[13:00] - Creating psychological safety and clear micro goals

Real-World Example: Leading Through Layoffs

[10:15] - Blake's experience navigating 1,700 layoffs at Target

[11:45] - How acknowledging fear transformed team performance

Powerful Quotes

"You can't calm a room if you're in chaos. Your calm is contagious — and so is your chaos." -Blake Schofield

"Most people prefer the certainty of misery to the misery of uncertainty." —Virginia Satir

"When people feel unsafe, their nervous system reads it as a threat, not leadership." -Blake Schofield

"Trust isn't a one-time action. It's built in micro moments." -Blake Schofield

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Turning Insight into Tangible, Real-World Change

Alignment Accelerator (part 2) Inside Jaime's private coaching session

What does real transformation look like?

Just two weeks after her first call with Blake, Jaime was maintaining her energy, honoring her personal routines, and creating more balance than ever before- during her busiest season at work. The clarity she gained around her work relationships also deepened her understanding of what she truly wants in her personal life—and how to ask for it without compromise.

This is what alignment looks like in motion. Real, sustainable change that helps you work smarter, strengthen relationships, and show up with more energy for what matters most, at work and beyond.

She was also facing another challenge that so many high-achievers can relate to: daily interactions with her boss that left her drained, second-guessing herself, and spinning in frustration.

In this episode, you'll hear how we transformed what looked like a personality conflict into more effective leadership communication strategies. Through small shifts in awareness and communication, Jaime learned how to lead "up" more effectively, reduce unnecessary rework, and turn draining meetings into collaborative partnerships.

If you've ever wondered about finding clarity and energy for meaningful relationships while succeeding in your career, or what executive coaching actually looks like in practice, this conversation is for you.

Episode Highlights

Small Changes, Big Impact

[03:00] - How two daily breaks transformed Jaime's energy

[06:00] - Grouping tasks and protecting focus time

Transforming Draining Relationships

[10:00] - The real reason why your boss might be draining you

[17:00] - Understanding visionaries vs. implementers

[23:00] - The one-page recap that changed everything

Leadership Communication That Works

[29:00] - Being specific vs. staying vague when workload is unrealistic

[37:00] - How to have the conversation that changes the dynamic

[45:00] - Leading with humanity instead of blame

From Career Clarity to Personal Clarity

[52:00] - What do you really want in a partner?

[58:00] - The power of not compromising

[1:05:00] - Trusting what your body tells you: calm vs. chaos

Key Wins & Takeaways

[1:14:00] - Jaime's biggest transformations

[1:16:00] - The underlying pattern of it all

Powerful Quotes

"The best leaders I know know how to lead the people around them." — Blake Schofield

"Longer hours doesn't mean that I'm being efficient with my time." — Jaime

"How we do one thing is how we do everything. The lessons that we get always show up in multiple places." — Blake Schofield

"The right person for you will feel calm, peaceful. You will not feel confused or chaotic or any of those things." — Blake Schofield

"I truly believe everyone is doing the best that they can. Usually when we're having the biggest issues, it's because somebody is in survival mode or they're just lacking awareness of how what they're doing has impacts on other people." — Blake Schofield

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From Career Clarity to Relationship Breakthrough -

Alignment Accelerator (part 1): Inside Jaime's private coaching session

Jaime had finally built the career she always wanted — meaningful work, strong performance, balance she never had before. But between back-to-back meetings and long days, she didn't have the energy or headspace to focus on the part of life that mattered most to her — finding the right long-term relationship.

In this behind-the-scenes Alignment Accelerator private coaching session, you'll hear Blake work with Jaime in real time to uncover the subtle habits and belief patterns that have been quietly draining her energy and keeping love on the back burner.

Together they explore how high performers can create the same clarity and alignment in their personal lives that they've mastered at work, without losing momentum or sacrificing success.

This is a real coaching example for high-achieving women navigating the tension between thriving at work and making space for meaningful relationships. If you've ever wondered how to designate space for what you want most while continuing to thrive in your career, this conversation shows what's possible when you align your life from the inside out.

Episode Highlights

Great Career, But A Missing Piece

[02:45] - Jaime's wins: career clarity, balance & momentum

[04:30] - Energy drain keeping relationships on hold

[06:15] - Why time feels like the biggest barrier

What's Really Draining Your Energy

[08:20] - Belief patterns that block relationships

[11:00] - The inner bully: "I can't juggle it all"

[14:15] - The problem with back-to-back schedules

How to Reclaim Energy & Clarity

[19:00] - Simple calendar shifts

[20:12] - The power of nervous system regulation

[24:26] - Tracking energy patterns

The Relationship Breakthrough: Beliefs, Attachment & Love Languages

[26:17] - Unpacking the fear

[29:27] - How childhood patterns shape adult relationship beliefs

[43:38] - Understanding attachment styles

[50:22] - Knowing your love languages

Getting Clear on What You Actually Want

[36:06] - Moving from general to specific

[37:20] - Designing your ideal life and relationship with intentionality

[41:20] - The delicate balance: ambition vs. living a relaxed life

Powerful Quotes

"When we want to shift something in our lives but we don't have energy on a daily basis already, it's near impossible." —Blake Schofield

"Our emotions and what's happening in our energy, they're just data. They're not showing you a weakness in who you are. They're information your body is sending you." —Blake Schofield

"Relationships really are a vehicle for growth. And they are also mirrors to every one of the things we have not worked through." —Blake Schofield

"The more clarity you really have on who you are and what you need and what kind of life you want to bring to somebody, the more clearly you can find the right person." —Blake Schofield

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The Hidden Key to Sustainable Growth

High achievers are taught to "raise the bar" — to outdo their best performance and push harder for the next goal. But what if that approach is actually what's keeping you stuck in cycles of leadership burnout, frustration, and exhaustion?

The problem is that the "raise the bar" model only focuses on your ceiling — your best. It completely ignores your floor. It puts all the focus on having to overachieve what you've already done without recognizing the biggest opportunity in front of you.

But what happens after years of operating that way?

At some point, the effort it takes to beat your best starts to outweigh the return. You're putting in more hours, more thought, more energy, but the results start to flatten out. You might hit the goal, but it costs you peace of mind, presence, or health to maintain it.

In this episode, Blake shares a concept that will completely shift how you approach growth – something that has helped create sustainable success and inspire personal growth for executives. She explains why the more you can shorten the depth & duration of your most challenging moments, the higher everything else rises. And it rises with far less effort.

You'll learn how to identify & remove the hidden misalignments that drain your energy and slow your growth and discover how to create more momentum, impact & peace without pushing harder or "doing more." Because when you raise your floor, you're not just increasing your capacity. You're reclaiming your energy, your clarity & your peace of mind.

Episode Highlights

The Problem with "Raising the Bar"

[01:15] - Why the traditional achievement model leads to burnout

[02:00] - What happens after years of pushing harder

[02:45] - The hidden cost of always beating your best

The Power of Raising Your Floor

[03:30] - Why your lowest lows determine your long-term success

[04:15] - How sustainable success comes from minimizing friction

[05:00] - Research on burnout & productivity loss in the workplace

What Stops Us from Raising the Floor

[06:30] - The wrong questions we ask when we feel stuck

[07:15] - Shifting from "what's in my way" to "what do I need to operate at my best"

[08:00] - Real coaching example: identifying energy drains in 10 minutes

A Real-Time Coaching Story

[08:45] - How one leader transformed her relationship with her boss

[09:30] - Using your body & emotions as data, not judgment

[11:00] - The pattern of misalignment & how it shows up everywhere

How to Start Raising Your Floor Today

[12:30] - A simple exercise to identify your top 2-3 energy drains

[13:30] - Recognizing the difference between flow & friction

[14:15] - How small shifts create powerful change

Powerful Quotes

"Your long-term success, growth, and well-being are not determined by your highest highs. They're actually determined by your lowest lows." —Blake Schofield

"Our emotions and what's happening in our energy, they're just data. They're not showing you a weakness in who you are or a judgment of who you are. They're just information your body is sending you." —Blake Schofield

"Most people spend their lives trying to beat their best. But leaders who truly thrive learn to minimize their worst and optimize based on how they're naturally wired to thrive." —Blake Schofield

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The Leadership Advantage No One’s Talking About

Your mornings start with good intentions, but then, it’s back-to-back meetings, lunch at your desk answering emails, fires to put out. You're busy all day, but you're not actually in flow or building momentum. By evening, you're exhausted, and the creative work that really matters is still waiting for you. But by then, your brain is already completely fried.

If you think this is just part of the job, think again. It's actually what happens when you're working against how your brain is naturally wired to function.

For so many high-achieving leaders, the challenge isn't a lack of skill or drive — it's the invisible misalignment between how you're built to thrive & how you're actually working and living.

In this episode of Impact with Ease, Blake Schofield explores what distinguishes transformational leaders in a world speeding toward automation/AI. Many of today’s best leaders are secretly running on empty — not because they lack talent or discipline, but because they’re leading against how humans are actually wired to thrive.

You’ll learn a fresh approach that goes beyond systems and tools, and instead focuses on aligning your inner wiring, beliefs, and environment — so you lead with ease, energy, and creativity. Whether you're a C-suite executive, leader, or individual high performer, this conversation will shift how you see burnout, leadership development, and the future of work.

Episode Highlights

Why Burnout Is Really About Misalignment

[02:30] - Why leaders don't burn out from doing too much

[03:15] - The three domains of performance: wiring, beliefs, environment

[04:00] - How misalignment steals energy, clarity & creativity

Your Internal Operating System

[05:15] - How most leaders work against their natural strengths

[06:30] - Understanding conation & your unique method of operation

[08:00] - Real example: How Blake’s wiring as an innovator shaped her leadership style

The Subconscious Rules Running the Show

[11:30] - How subconscious beliefs undermine your best efforts

[12:45] - Why high achievers equate busyness with worth

[13:30] - Client story: Michelle's transformation from perfectionism to confidence

Environment — When Systems Sabotage Success

[15:00] - Why the wrong environment drains you, even when you "know better"

[16:15] - How to optimize human performance through alignment

[17:00] - The ripple effect: team dynamics & organizational impact

Powerful Quotes

"Burnout is not about working too hard or too long. It's a chronic misalignment between how you're wired to thrive and how you're actually leading and living." —Blake Schofield

"I went from going through the motions and feeling invisible to becoming the kind of leader I've always aspired to be. This program helped me reconnect to the passion I have for business and leaders." —Robin, client

"I wish I'd met you 20 years ago. What you have done for me personally outweighs any career or financial gain I could have gotten through this program. I came in thinking the career was a holy grail and you were going to fix my career. But really you fixed me." —Michelle, C-suite leader

Resources Mentioned

Kathy Kolbe > http://www.kolbe.com/aboutUs/kathy-kolbe.cfm
Conation > http://www.kolbe.com/theKolbeConcept/what-is-conation.cfm

The Fastest Path to Clarity, Confidence & Your Next Level of Success: executive coaching for leaders navigating layered challenges. Whether you’re burned out, standing at a crossroads, or simply know you’re meant for more—you don’t have to figure it out alone. Go to impactwithease.com/coaching to apply!

Ready to Future-Proof Your Leadership? Let’s explore what’s possible for your team. Whether you’re navigating rapid growth, culture change, or quiet disengagement…we can help with our high-touch, root-cause focused solutions that are designed to help grow resilient, aligned & empowered leaders who navigate uncertainty with confidence and create impact without burning out, go to https://impactwithease.com/corporate-training-consulting/

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The Breakdown Moment: How High Achievers Miss the Warning Signs

Do you know the signs that indicate you're near a breakdown moment? For high achievers, it's rarely obvious. We don't see it coming because we're so used to pushing through.

We normalize the stress, telling ourselves it's just this project or it's just a busy season. Or we believe that the next promotion, the next job, or the next vacation will finally make it better. But here's the warning most people miss: If you're in misalignment or you're making changes that don't solve the root cause, it's not a matter of if you'll hit the breakdown moment, it's a matter of when.

The problem for so many high-achieving leaders is the quiet normalization of exhaustion & the belief that pushing through will eventually pay off. But when you're in chronic misalignment, burnout at work isn't temporary — it's inevitable.

In this episode, I share my own story of hitting breakdown three times in my career. Then my coach asked me the question that changed everything: "Blake, why are you willing to sacrifice your health and your life for a company that isn't willing to give you what you need?"

That question changed everything.

Logging back on to work at night to "catch up", feeling the "Sunday Scaries", asking for help but not receiving it and pushing through anyway, or waking up more drained than restored, these are all high achiever burnout symptoms signaling you're on the path to your own breakdown moment.

If you're asking "How do I know if I'm headed for burnout?", this episode will give you the tools to catch the warning signs before something breaks.

Episode Highlights

The 3-Question Burnout Risk Assessment

[01:15] - How to know if you're at serious risk of a breakdown moment

[01:45] - Signs of burnout most high achievers miss

[02:30] - Scores that are blazing red warning signs

My Breakdown Story

[03:00] - Six months into my "dream job" & more miserable than ever

[04:15] - Crying in bathroom stalls & working till midnight

[05:30] - The Sunday Scaries & feeling trapped in an unsustainable cycle

The Question That Changed Everything

[06:45] - How my coach shifted my perspective

[07:30] - Recognizing 17+ years of sacrificing my life for my career

[08:15] - Why so many leaders reach this same breaking point

Why Burnout Cycles Get Worse Over Time

[10:00] - The gradual buildup of misalignment

[10:45] - Going through multiple burnouts

[11:15] - Executive burnout signs that show you're in chronic misalignment

Powerful Quotes

"The real question is, why are you willing to sacrifice your health and your life for a company that isn't willing to give you what you need?" —Blake's coach

"If you're in misalignment or you're making changes that don't solve the root cause, it's not a matter of if you'll hit the breakdown moment, it's a matter of when." —Blake Schofield

"The longer we stay in misalignment, it's like filling a glass higher and higher and higher with water until it spills over. We have to start reducing the water in that glass so that there's space to be able to start to create more positive momentum forward." —Blake Schofield

Resources Mentioned

Drained at the end of the day & want more presence in your life? In just 5 minutes, learn your unique burnout type™ & how to restore your energy, fulfillment & peace at www.impactwithease.com/burnout-type
Join our FREE live workshop & reclaim your energy (closes Oct 8th @ 11:59 pm). You'll uncover the 3 silent misalignments that create burnout, complete a live Energy Leak Audit to identify your biggest energy drains, and leave with a One-Move Action Plan. Save your spot at https://impactwithease.com/group-coaching-community-waitlist/

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The Burnout Epidemic: Why 8 in 10 Employees Are at Risk: What leaders must know to prevent burnout at work

Ever wonder why work feels harder now than during the height of the pandemic?

You're not imagining it. Employee burnout isn’t new, but it has reached a boiling point. Recent research shows that 44% of employees are more stressed today than they were five years ago, and 8 in 10 are now at risk of burnout in the workplace.

The reality is that workplace burnout has reached epidemic proportions.

In this episode, Blake Schofield unpacks the latest 2025 employee burnout statistics, explores the true causes of burnout at work, and explains why old solutions like vacations, perks, therapy or productivity hacks don’t work. You’ll learn effective burnout recovery strategies that yield real results so you can finally find relief and a path forward.

Episode Highlights

The Real Causes of Burnout at Work:

[02:45] Why burnout isn't just about working too hard for too long
[04:20] The difference between burnout symptoms and chronic misalignment
[05:35] Why 90% of workplace stress comes from misalignment, not workload

Signs of Burnout at Work Most Leaders Miss:

[06:50] The "backpack getting heavier" analogy
[07:40] Why top performers don't realize they're in burnout
[08:25] The unsettled feeling that signals misalignment

Why Traditional Solutions Don't Work:

[09:15] Why vacations, wellness apps, and office perks are just band-aids
[10:05] The cycle of temporary relief without root cause solutions
[10:45] Why switching jobs doesn't solve the real problem

The Path Forward:

[11:10] Understanding how you're naturally wired to work
[11:35] Identifying belief systems that create misalignment
[11:55] How quickly transformation can happen with the right approach

Powerful Quotes

"Most people believe burnout happens after working too hard for too long, but that's too simplistic. The real problem is chronic misalignment."
"Burnout is not caused by a period of overwork. It's a chronic condition caused by leading and living in ways that are misaligned from how we're wired to thrive."
"Most successful people don't realize they're in burnout because stress and exhaustion have become so normalized."

Resources Mentioned

If you've been searching for ways to prevent burnout or you’ve been wondering how to increase employee engagement & reduce turnover and burnout in your organization, I’d love to support you. Explore a partnership together at https://impactwithease.com/corporate-training-consulting/.

Join our FREE live workshop & gain VIP 24-hour early access to our community launch (closes Oct 8th @ 11:59 pm). You'll uncover the 3 silent misalignments that create burnout, complete a live Energy Leak Audit to identify your biggest energy drains, and leave with a One-Move Action Plan. Save your spot at https://impactwithease.com/group-coaching-community-waitlist

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“It’ll Be Better When” Loop: The Hidden Cycle Draining High Achievers

Have you ever tried to tell yourself, "as soon as this is over, things will calm down"? Maybe it’s a big project at work, a hectic transition with your organization, or something pressing in your family life.

That's what’s called the "it'll be better when" burnout loop. And while it sounds harmless, this pattern is quietly fueling chronic burnout for so many high achievers.

The truth? It's not the big moments creating stress that are burning you out. It's the way your daily life is structured.

If your everyday life already has you running on fumes, then it’s time to recognize that your burnout is the product of daily working conditions that don't leave any room for you to recover.

In this episode, you’ll learn why traditional productivity hacks aren't enough, and why real change only happens when you address the deeper patterns and beliefs driving the career burnout cycle. You’ll learn small shifts to daily routines that can prevent burnout from occurring in the first place. Most importantly, you’ll learn how to create lasting transformation by uncovering and resolving the root causes that have been keeping you stuck in this loop.

Episode Highlights

Signs of Burnout for High Achievers

[01:45] - Why it doesn't look like a full collapse

[02:30] - Chronic mild fatigue, foggy thinking & disconnection from joy

[03:15] - Your nervous system sending sustainability signals

The "Better When" Loop Pattern & How to Break the Burnout Cycle

[04:20] - How the loop works

[05:10] - Why productivity feels so good

[06:00] - Your brain and body are wired for cycles, not constant output

Daily Habits That Prevent Burnout: 3 Practical Steps

[06:45] - Track your energy with the color-coding system

[07:30] - Build in micro recovery

[08:00] - Redefining success beyond just output

The Deeper Root Causes

[08:30] - Hidden beliefs about proving worth through productivity

[08:50] - Why tactics and willpower can't override your subconscious mind

Powerful Quotes

"Burnout is systemic and chronic. It's the product of daily working and living conditions that don't leave any room for you to recover." -Blake Schofield

"This isn't laziness or lack of discipline. It's your nervous system sending signals that your current life is not sustainable." -Blake Schofield

"Tactics and willpower will never override your subconscious mind or your nervous system. They will always win out." -Blake Schofield

Resources Mentioned

Take the 5-minute Burnout Type™ quiz to reveal what’s fueling your stress, exhaustion, or lack of fulfillment and get personalized next steps to help reclaim your energy & passion, lead with clarity & confidence, and create more ease in work & life by going to: www.impactwithease.com/burnout-type
Save your seat for our FREE live workshop (closes Oct 8th @ 11:59 pm): We’ll dive into the 3 silent misalignments that create burnout, complete a live Energy Leak Audit to identify your biggest daily and weekly energy drains, and you’ll walk away with a One-Move Action Plan designed for your first aligned shift to feel momentum again. Save your spot by going to https://impactwithease.com/group-coaching-community-waitlist/

Feeling drained at the end of the day? My 1:1 coaching helps high-achieving professionals realign their life and leadership so they can create success with clarity, confidence, and ease. Apply by going to: impactwithease.com/coaching/

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The Key to Feeling Productive (Without Adding More to Your Plate) with Guest Expert Penny Zenker

Do you end your days frustrated because your to-do list isn't any shorter? Like you worked hard all day but somehow didn't get the important things done?

Maybe you're constantly putting out fires while your big goals sit untouched. You're crossing things off your list but still feeling unproductive because the work that actually matters keeps getting pushed aside. You know you need to focus differently, but everything feels urgent.

The problem isn't that you need better time management apps or more discipline. This is about understanding that focus is more than attention – it's strategic alignment.

In this episode with guest expert Penny Zenker, aka "The Focusologist," you'll discover why productivity is actually a feeling, not a metric. You'll learn daily reset practices that will help you reduce overwhelm and improve your focus on what actually moves the needle. Plus, you’ll walk away with strategies to overcome leadership overwhelm without working longer hours.

Episode Highlights

Why Your To-Do List Feels Endless

[09:17] - Our addiction to distraction & false urgencies [10:48] - Why crossing things off doesn't create satisfaction [11:29] - The 80/20 trap: Spending energy on the wrong 80%

The 135 Rule: Daily Reset Practices for Focus

[12:38] - The "four-hour workday" exercise that forces intentional choices [16:52] - One long-term goal action, three midterm milestones, five truly urgent tasks [18:36] - How to improve focus while still handling life's realities

Three Gatekeepers to Reduce Overwhelm

[23:04] - Rules: Boundaries that create freedom from decision fatigue [26:45] - Filters: Strategic focus through clear priorities & better questions [28:05] - Environment: Reset habits that support clarity over chaos

Daily Reset Practices for Leadership

[29:40] - Adaptability as the antidote to overwhelm [33:11] - Moving from perfect plans to real-time strategic focus [37:21] - Step back, get perspective, realign: Your daily reset framework

Powerful Quotes

“Productivity is a feeling. It's like happiness. We're human you know, we're not machines. You can prove if a machine is productive. But how do you prove that we're productive? It's usually how we feel in making progress.” -Penny Zenker

“What I have seen over and over again is that the unknown is the possibility and the opportunity.” -Blake Schofield

“With leaders there are patterns; behavioral patterns, belief system patterns, or conditional patterns that actually are what's driving a significant amount of distraction.” -Blake Schofield

“Make more reset moments. That's how we create the space that we need throughout the day. And what if it was like a football game, you get three timeouts in the first half and three timeouts in the second half. So make more reset moments, give yourself six timeouts a day.” -Penny Zenker

Resources Mentioned

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pennyzenker/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pennyzenker/
Distraction Quiz: https://pennyzenker360.com/distractionquiz/

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Not Just a Bad Boss: The Hidden Skill to Thrive in Change

Have you ever left a meeting with your boss feeling like you're walking on eggshells, doubting your abilities, or wondering if leaving is your only option?

Maybe you're second-guessing every move, replaying conversations in your head, or secretly googling "how to deal with a difficult boss" at 2am. You wake up dreading one-on-ones because no matter how much you prepare, it feels like you can't win.

The problem isn't just one bad boss.

This is about building career resilience for what's coming next.

In this episode, you’ll learn why dealing with a difficult boss isn't a one-time challenge. You’ll also discover the hidden skills that help leaders thrive through any leadership change without burning out or constantly job-hopping.

Episode Highlights

Navigating Leadership Changes at Work

[00:45] - Why leadership will change again & what that means for you

[01:15] - Leadership turnover hits record highs: 15% of S&P 500 CEOs replaced in 2025

[01:35] - Global CEO tenure drops to under seven years

The Emotional Toll of Working for a Toxic Boss

[02:25] - What it really feels like: walking on eggshells & second-guessing decisions

[02:55] - When confidence erodes & stress skyrockets

[03:15] - How your reputation takes a hit (even when you're capable)

Why Most Strategies Fail

[02:05] - The three things high achievers do

[03:45] - "I used to feel capable & confident" — the misalignment trap

Building Career Resilience: The Hidden Skill Gap

[04:15] - It's not about working harder or proving yourself

[04:45] - What leaders who thrive long-term actually do differently

[05:15] - From reactive to unshakable: the mindset shift that changes everything

Your Bad Boss Survival Guide

[05:45] - Understand their motivations: pressure you don't see

[06:15] - Document & clarify: how to protect your reputation at work

[06:45] - Set boundaries that build respect, not resistance

[07:15] - Reframe from pleasing to leading

Powerful Quotes

"Dealing with a difficult boss isn't about working harder, pleasing more, or proving yourself. It's about learning the skills to protect your confidence, your reputation and your career, no matter who's in charge." -Blake Schofield

"When you shift from seeing this as their problem to understanding it's your opportunity to build skills, you stop feeling reactive, you stop feeling a victim to your circumstances, and you start becoming unshakable." -Blake Schofield

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Stop Repeating the Career Burnout Cycle: How to Break Free

Career burnout isn't just a bad week at work. It's a career-long cycle that keeps repeating until you fix the root cause.

In this episode, you’ll recognize the invisible tipping point that pushes high-achievers toward breakdown, and how to break the burnout cycle before it happens again.

One of the most dangerous things about leadership burnout? It builds over years, even decades, creating chronic burnout signs most people miss.

Today, I'm sharing how this career misalignment pattern works, why it's so hard to see when you're in it, and the moment that it turns from just a season into the tipping point that leads to breakdown.

I lived this career breakdown cycle three times before I finally recognized I was in it and learned how to stop burnout. Over 16 years in merchandising across four different retailers, the pattern was always the same: six to nine months of energy and excitement, followed by that unsettled pull, less excitement, more drain, more stress, less fulfillment — classic burnout symptoms for high achievers.

If you've ever felt the spark fade faster in every new role, or wondered why the same stress and tradeoffs keep returning, this is for you.

Episode Highlights

The Career Breakdown Cycle:

[01:20] - How burnout builds slowly over years, not months

[02:45] - Why "fixing the symptoms" keeps you stuck in the pattern

[04:15] - The silent shift at the tipping point most leaders miss

Breaking the Pattern:

[05:30] - Why this cycle repeats in every job until you address the root cause

[06:45] - How misalignment accelerates breakdown moments over time

Burnout Recovery Tips:

[07:20] - You can stop the cycle without risking everything you've worked for

Powerful Quotes

"You can stop the cycle without risking your income, your reputation or everything you've worked so hard for. You don't need to blow up your career to feel fulfilled again." -Blake Schofield

"Burnout is chronic misalignment. If you don't fix the root cause, you'll keep repeating the pattern across your entire career until you simply cannot do it anymore." -Blake Schofield

Resources Mentioned

Whether you’re in a corporate job, running your own business, or both—if you’re questioning

your next step or feel you’re not at your full potential—stuckness is a signal to seek expert

help.

If you’re ready to reclaim your energy and momentum & create sustainable success on your

terms, I’d love to support you through 1:1 coaching. You can apply at

impactwithease.com/coaching.

Enter the Giveaway + Win Prizes!

All who enter get Realignment Rituals™—a 5-Day Audio Series to Reclaim Energy & Clarity—plus a chance to win:

1:1 Alignment Accelerator coaching session ($2,000 value) w/ Blake Schofield: Uncover what’s holding you back, how to align with how you are naturally wired to thrive & move forward with confidence — 1 winner
Personal branding coaching session ($495 value) w/ Jennifer McClure: Clarify: Clarify & confidently communicate your unique value; building a standout leadership brand — 2 winners
Financial Mindset Fix online course ($997 value) w/ Joyce Marter: Break free from limiting money beliefs; take control of your financial & mental health — 3 winners
Connected Parenting “How to Chill Out” mini course ($99 value) w/ Jennifer Kolari: Reduce anger & increase connection with your child — 5 winners

Enter at www.impactwithease.com/giveaway by August 30. Winners will be randomly selected & announced on Sept 3, 2025.

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From Self-Doubt to Clarity & Confidence: Lead at Your Full Potential (with client Jay Bhakta)

Have you ever had a big vision for your life or work… but deep down wondered if you were the right person to lead it?

That’s where Jay was when we first connected. On paper, he had decades of success & a vision to help kids build emotional intelligence & financial literacy. But inside? Old belief patterns told him he wasn’t ready. Mental obstacles kept him second-guessing himself & the path forward felt unclear.

Sound familiar?

For so many high-achieving leaders, the challenge isn’t a lack of skill or drive — it’s the quiet voice of self-doubt & the limiting beliefs that keep you from fully stepping into your potential.

In this episode, you’ll hear how Jay moved from uncertainty to clarity & confidence. Through executive coaching, he dissolved years of beliefs holding him back, uncovered how he’s wired to thrive, & reignited his passion at work & in life.

Today, he’s no longer underestimating himself. He’s leading with conviction, building his vision & showing what’s possible when you operate from alignment instead of fear.

If you’ve ever wondered what it would feel like to lead at your full potential — with clarity, confidence & the energy to match your vision — this conversation is for you.

Episode Highlights

Clarity Through Alignment, Not Just Process[06:45] - Why step-by-step guides don’t solve leadership challenges [07:59] - Playing your game vs. being stuck [09:35] - 90% of stress comes from misalignment

Overcoming limiting beliefs: [10:31] - Recognizing belief patterns that repeat mistakes [14:33] - Five ways transformation shows up

Executive Coaching Unlocks Potential & Clarity [03:24] - Being "hard to read" vs. being truly understood [16:25] - How quickly alignment gaps can be identified [18:32] - Lasting impact of transformation

Powerful Quotes

"I had built up so many mental obstacles in my mind & those barriers kind of kept me playing small." –Jay Bhakta

“Within a few minutes, you started uncovering things about me that I didn’t even realize about myself. Your ability to transform the way someone sees themselves is incredible. You’ve changed my life, both personally & professionally… and I’ll carry these lessons with me for the rest of my life." –Jay Bhakta

Resources Mentioned

Jay’s story is such a powerful example of what happens when you stop trying to “push through” and start living & leading in alignment with how you’re actually built to thrive.

Whether you're in a corporate job, running your own business, or both—if you’re questioning your next step or feel you’re not at your full potential—stuckness is a signal to seek expert help

If you’re ready to reclaim your energy and momentum & create sustainable success on your terms, I’d love to support you through 1:1 coaching. You can apply at impactwithease.com/coaching.

Enter the Giveaway + Win Prizes!

All who enter get Realignment Rituals™—a 5-Day Audio Series to Reclaim Energy & Clarity—plus a chance to win:

1:1 Alignment Accelerator coaching session ($2,000 value) w/ Blake Schofield: Uncover what’s holding you back, align with how you’re wired to thrive & move forward with confidence — 1 winner
Personal branding coaching session ($495 value) w/ Jennifer McClure: Clarify: Clarify & confidently communicate your unique value; building a standout leadership brand — 2 winners
Financial Mindset Fix online course ($997 value) w/ Joyce Marter: Break free from limiting money beliefs; take control of your financial & mental health — 3 winners
Connected Parenting “How to Chill Out” mini course ($99 value) w/ Jennifer Kolari: Reduce anger & increase connection with your child — 5 winners

Enter at www.impactwithease.com/giveaway by August 30. Winners will be randomly selected & announced on Sept 3, 2025.

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The Deeper Reason You Feel Burned Out: Your Burnout Type™ has a Pattern

Maybe you’ve switched jobs, taken on new challenges, or tried to slow down… but no matter what you change, the same drained feeling creeps back in.

You’re doing the work, hitting the deadlines, showing up for everyone — yet inside, it feels heavier than it should. You tell yourself it’s just a busy season, but the truth is, this “season” has been going on far too long.

Burnout doesn’t always show up as collapsing from exhaustion.

Sometimes it’s high performance without fulfillment. Or a quiet voice saying, “I’ve done everything right…so why am I not happier?”

That’s because burnout isn’t just about stress or overwork — it’s a deeper misalignment between how you’re wired to thrive and how you’ve been working, leading, and living.

And here’s the tricky part: the way you’ve been operating probably feels normal. You’ve been doing it for years. It’s how you’ve always solved problems, created results, and built success. But what feels personal is often patterned — and predictable.

Your Burnout Has a Pattern After working with hundreds of high-achieving leaders, I’ve seen the same six burnout patterns repeat again and again.

Each has its own trap, its own warning signs, and its own way out.

Once you know yours, you can stop solving the wrong problem and finally take your power back.

In this episode, I’ll share a bit with you about the six burnout types™ so you can start to see your own pattern — and discover how to create success that doesn’t come at the cost of your health, relationships, or joy.

There Is Another Way If you don't know your pattern, you'll keep solving the wrong problem. The moment you name your pattern, you can take your power back.

Episode Highlights:

Understanding burnout differently:

[0:36] - A fresh perspective on burnout

[1:15] - Why burnout is chronic misalignment, not just stress

Your burnout pattern:

[2:33] - The six distinct burnout patterns and their root causes

[3:45] - How conditioning shapes your approach to success

[4:20] - Why what feels personal is actually predictable

Breaking the cycle:

[5:15] - Taking back your power by understanding your pattern

[6:10] - How to create success without sacrificing your wellbeing

Powerful Quotes

"Burnout doesn't look the same for everyone. For some, it's emotional exhaustion. For others, it's stagnation, resentment, and feeling underutilized." –Blake Schofield

"If you don't know your pattern, you're going to keep trying to solve the wrong problem. You'll keep thinking the next promotion, a better boss, or some time off will solve it, only to find yourself back in the same cycle months later." –Blake Schofield

Resources Mentioned

Take the Burnout Type Quiz: www.impactwithease.com/burnout-type

Enter the Giveaway + Win Prizes!

All who enter get Realignment Rituals™—a 5-Day Audio Series to Reclaim Energy & Clarity—plus a chance to win:

1:1 Alignment Accelerator coaching session ($2,000 value) w/ Blake Schofield: Uncover what’s holding you back, how to align with how you are naturally wired to thrive & move forward with confidence — 1 winner
Personal branding coaching session ($495 value) w/ Jennifer McClure: Clarify: Clarify & confidently communicate your unique value; building a standout leadership brand — 2 winners
Financial Mindset Fix online course ($997 value) w/ Joyce Marter: Break free from limiting money beliefs; take control of your financial & mental health — 3 winners
Connected Parenting “How to Chill Out” mini course ($99 value) w/ Jennifer Kolari: Reduce anger & increase connection with your child — 5 winners

Enter at www.impactwithease.com/giveaway by August 30. Winners will be randomly selected & announced on Sept 3, 2025.

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Parenting Without Guilt: How to Reconnect with Your Kids (at Any Age) with Jennifer Kolari

"I want to be more present with my kids, but work always pulls me away."

Are you a strong leader at work but feel like you're failing at home? You want to be more present with your kids, but they shut down when you try to talk, and you don't know how to fix it.

Are you doing everything you can, but it still doesn’t feel like enough?

Licensed child and family therapist Jennifer Kolari understands this struggle first-hand. As founder of Connected Parenting, she's discovered that deep emotional connection, not control, is the key to raising resilient children. What she teaches might surprise you: the very moments when things are the most difficult are actually your greatest opportunities to build resilience and trust.

Your Child's Brain Is Under Construction Worried you’re screwing up your child without realizing it? This thought often stems from a misunderstanding about how children's brains work. Jennifer explains that children don't have fully functioning frontal lobes until around age 25. So you're not just a parent. You're a "substitute frontal lobe."

When your child melts down, it's not defiance—it's neurobiology.

Connection Is Medicine Jennifer's CALM technique triggers oxytocin release—the "love drug" that speeds learning, strengthens immunity, blocks stress hormones, and builds resilience. The best part? You get these benefits too.

It's Never Too Late Whether your child is 5 or 25, it's never too late. Connection can transform any relationship, starting with small moments.

Episode Highlights

Understanding Your Child:

[3:51] - Jennifer's origin story with traumatized children

[19:47] - How oxytocin rewires your child's brain

[22:57] - Why you're a "substitute frontal lobe"

The CALM Technique:

[27:50] - You can't regulate your child if you're not regulated

[31:11] - Four steps of connecting before correcting

[32:25] - Affect matching without escalating

Real-World Application:

[39:49] - CALM technique examples in action

[42:51] - Using self-compassion when you mess up

Powerful Quotes

"Our children are our greatest teachers. Every emotional trigger, every piece of conditioning, all of the things that we did not resolve in our childhood will show up with our children." —Blake Schofield

"Children are not mini-adults. Their brains are under construction. You are a substitute frontal lobe." —Jennifer Kolari

Resources Mentioned

Connect with Jennifer Kolari: https://www.connectedparenting.com/
The "5 Shifts of Parenting" That Bring You More Connection, Freedom and JOY as a Parent (FREE WEBINAR): https://www.connectedparenting.com/webinar
The Connected Parenting Podcast, sharing weekly science-backed techniques on how to parent your sensitive children: https://www.connectedparenting.com/podcast

Enter the Giveaway + Win Prizes!

All who enter get Realignment Rituals™—a 5-Day Audio Series to Reclaim Energy & Clarity—plus a chance to win:

1:1 Alignment Accelerator coaching session ($2,000 value) w/ Blake Schofield: Uncover what’s holding you back, how to align with how you are naturally wired to thrive & move forward with confidence — 1 winner
Personal branding coaching session ($495 value) w/ Jennifer McClure: Clarify: Clarify & confidently communicate your unique value; building a standout leadership brand — 2 winners
Financial Mindset Fix online course ($997 value) w/ Joyce Marter: Break free from limiting money beliefs; take control of your financial & mental health — 3 winners
Connected Parenting “How to Chill Out” mini course ($99 value) w/ Jennifer Kolari: Reduce anger & increase connection with your child — 5 winners

Enter at www.impactwithease.com/giveaway by August 30. Winners will be randomly selected & announced on Sept 3, 2025.

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Future-Proof Your Career: Why Reputation Isn’t Enough Anymore with Jennifer McClure

Are you successful, but just not visible in the way you want to be?

You've built a strong career and delivered results, but you're not sure people really know who you are or what you stand for. With AI reshaping the workplace and market shifts accelerating, you could be left wondering:

"What if I'm seen as replaceable?"

After 20 years in HR leadership, personal branding expert Jennifer McClure has discovered a truth: reputation is earned, but it no longer guarantees visibility or opportunity.

Your Career Isn't Safe on Autopilot The old idea of "just do good work and you'll get noticed" doesn’t cut anymore. With AI changing the game, being known as "a hard worker" won’t get you the recognition you want.

Personal Branding: Your Career Insurance Visibility equals opportunity. The people getting promotions are those who've made it clear what they want to do more of, and what unique value they bring.

Your differentiators become career insurance:

Decision-making abilities AI can't automate
Curiosity and strategic thinking
Leadership and people skills
Your unique perspective

Breaking the Myths Myth: "I don't want to seem self-promotional" Reality: You're already being perceived in some way. Make it more intentional.

Myth: "Good work speaks for itself" Reality: Your boss isn't psychic. They need to know what you want more of.

Build Your Brand Before You Need It Jennifer's advice:

Self-reflect on unique strengths
Get external perspective from colleagues
Identify perception gaps
Be intentional about how you want to be known

Episode Highlights

The New Reality:

[00:37] - Why personal branding is job security in an AI world [17:17] - The "race to the middle" with AI and rising above it

Breaking Barriers:

[28:09] - Myths keeping high achievers invisible

[35:04] - Simple brand-building for busy professionals

Strategic Career Management:

[13:41] - Taking agency over your career path

[21:45] - Preparing for an unpredictable future

Powerful Quotes

"What creativity, curiosity, analyzing skills can you bring to a world heavily populated by AI? How are you going to rise above that?" —Jennifer McClure
"What you want to be is the most employable person. There will always be layoffs, but there were still people getting jobs during 2008 whose names came up when leaders asked 'Who's the best [your role] that you know?'" —Jennifer McClure
“Curiosity, problem solving, innovation, leadership and people skills. These are the things that can't be replaced." -Blake
“When you have that level of clarity and intentionality about who you are, how you operate, what are the best ways that you create the biggest results, you actually do less." -Blake

Resources Mentioned

https://jennifermcclure.net/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifermcclure/

Enter the Giveaway + Win Prizes!

All who enter get Realignment Rituals™—a 5-Day Audio Series to Reclaim Energy & Clarity—plus a chance to win:

1:1 Alignment Accelerator coaching session ($2,000 value) w/ Blake Schofield: Uncover what’s holding you back, how to align with how you are naturally wired to thrive & move forward with confidence — 1 winner
Personal branding coaching session ($495 value) w/ Jennifer McClure: Clarify: Clarify & confidently communicate your unique value; building a standout leadership brand — 2 winners
Financial Mindset Fix online course ($997 value) w/ Joyce Marter: Break free from limiting money beliefs; take control of your financial & mental health — 3 winners
Connected Parenting “How to Chill Out” mini course ($99 value) w/ Jennifer Kolari: Reduce anger & increase connection with your child — 5 winners

Enter at www.impactwithease.com/giveaway by August 30. Winners will be randomly selected & announced on Sept 3, 2025.

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Stressed About Money? The Hidden Trap for High Achievers & a Path to Peace with Joyce Marter

"I make good money… so why am I still stressed?"

If this thought keeps you up, you’re not alone. Maybe you have a good career & nice home but you still worry about retirement, rising college costs, or just wanting to feel secure.

Everyone assumes you’ve got it all figured out.

Secretly, you’re unsettled & wonder if it’s enough.

Licensed psychotherapist Joyce Marter understands. While building her successful practice, she was outwardly thriving, but privately suffering with anxiety. What she discovered: money stress often isn’t about the numbers, it’s rooted in inherited beliefs & old emotional patterns.

Your Money Story Wasn’t Your Choice

The thoughts of “I should be further ahead” or “why is success so hard?” often come from generational experiences. If your family went through financial hardship, your nervous system might be wired for anxiety. As a child, you may have learned: money means danger.

Common inherited money beliefs include:

Working nonstop because “rest equals laziness”
Thinking you must “suffer now to enjoy later”
Feeling guilty for wanting more when you “should be grateful”
Fearing investment because “money doesn’t grow on trees”

Financial anxiety isn’t a character flaw—it’s a learned survival response.

Financial Freedom Isn’t About More Money

The truth: Your net worth is not your self-worth.

“Our money situation is how we are. It’s not who we are,” Joyce says. “Who we are is innate.” Your value doesn’t depend on your bank account, debt, or choices.

True financial self-care means healing emotional roots of stress & scarcity.

Building Financial and Emotional Resilience

Recovery is about navigating uncertainty without losing yourself. It’s time to break old patterns & find peace.

Episode Highlights

Your relationship with money:

[0:37] - Why your financial situation doesn't define your identity or self-worth

[4:11] - How inherited money beliefs create anxiety in successful adults

Shame and mental health:

[6:06] - The hidden mental health crisis among high-earners: when financial stress becomes dangerous

[10:25] - "I should be further ahead by now": Breaking the shame cycle around money

Growth & Peace:

[14:54] - Why growth requires letting go (even when it feels scary)

[21:22] - Three mindfulness practices to reduce financial anxiety starting today

[29:28] - The future of work: Why your unique gifts matter more than ever

Powerful Quotes

"Our money situation is how we are. It's not who we are. Who we are is innate, and whether we're going through turbulent times financially or not, that's separate from our worth." –Joyce Marter

Resources Mentioned

Joyce's website: https://www.joyce-marter.com
Financial Mindset Fix digital course: https://www.joyce-marter.com/the-financial-mindset-fix-mental-health-for-financial-wealth/

Enter the Giveaway + Win Prizes!

All who enter get Realignment Rituals™—a 5-Day Audio Series to Reclaim Energy & Clarity—plus a chance to win:

1:1 Alignment Accelerator coaching session ($2,000 value) w/ Blake Schofield: Uncover what’s holding you back, how to align with how you are naturally wired to thrive & move forward with confidence — 1 winner
Personal branding coaching session ($495 value) w/ Jennifer McClure: Clarify: Clarify & confidently communicate your unique value; building a standout leadership brand — 2 winners
Financial Mindset Fix online course ($997 value) w/ Joyce Marter: Break free from limiting money beliefs; take control of your financial & mental health — 3 winners
Connected Parenting “How to Chill Out” mini course ($99 value) w/ Jennifer Kolari: Reduce anger & increase connection with your child — 5 winners

Enter at www.impactwithease.com/giveaway by August 30. Winners will be randomly selected & announced on Sept 3, 2025.

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Burnout Isn’t What You Think—Fix It Without the Fallout

“Is this really as good as it gets?"

You're performing well but still feel drained at the end of the day. Everyone assumes you've got it figured out.

Secretly, you wonder if something's wrong with you.

Blake Schofield understands. After 18 years in corporate, she discovered most leaders don't recognize burnout because we've normalized stress and exhaustion.

Your Burnout Story Isn't What You Think Burnout isn't about hitting a wall—it's chronic misalignment. If you're constantly navigating cycles of high stress, lower energy, and feeling drained while still performing, you're in burnout.

Common patterns include:

● Pushing through because "that's what leaders do"

● Normalizing tension and fatigue as success

● Choosing between work and life constantly

● Believing productivity hacks, a vacation or changing jobs will solve it

Burnout isn't a character flaw. It's a misalignment between how you're wired to thrive and how you're working.

True Success Means Alignment The truth is that burnout is a symptom of misalignment. "The real issue is that tactics only work if you solve the root cause first," Blake explains.

True success means removing deeper misalignments that create energy leaks and lead to dissatisfaction. When you lead with alignment, you can perform with clarity, confidence, and ease.

Episode Highlights

Understanding burnout:

[00:41] - Why burnout is often more subtle and chronic than you think

[01:47] - How to recognize the signs even when you're still performing well

The root cause approach:

[02:23] - Why most burnout tactics fail to create lasting change

[03:31] - How neuroscience-backed strategy uncovers what's really draining you

Growth & Alignment:

[04:18] - "You're not broken, you're not alone, and nothing's wrong with you.”

[04:21] - Learning how you’re naturally wired to thrive

Powerful Quotes

"Burnout is actually a state of misalignment. If you are constantly navigating cycles of high stress, lower energy, feeling drained at the end of the day, and not feeling as fulfilled or energized by your work, you are in burnout." –Blake Schofield

"Burnout doesn't always scream. Often it whispers. Why am I so drained at the end of the day? I should feel more fulfilled or I should be happy. Is this really as good as it gets?" –Blake Schofield

"You're not broken, you're not alone, and nothing's wrong with you. Fixing burnout is not about not being capable. It's about learning a new way to lead and live." –Blake Schofield

Resources Mentioned

Burnout Type Quiz: https://www.impactwithease.com/burnout-type

Enter the Giveaway + Win Prizes!

All who enter get Realignment Rituals™—a 5-Day Audio Series to Reclaim Energy & Clarity—plus a chance to win:

1:1 Alignment Accelerator coaching session ($2,000 value) w/ Blake Schofield: Uncover what’s holding you back, how to align with how you are naturally wired to thrive & move forward with confidence — 1 winner
Personal branding coaching session ($495 value) w/ Jennifer McClure: Clarify: Clarify & confidently communicate your unique value; building a standout leadership brand — 2 winners
Financial Mindset Fix online course ($997 value) w/ Joyce Marter: Break free from limiting money beliefs; take control of your financial & mental health — 3 winners
Connected Parenting “How to Chill Out” mini course ($99 value) w/ Jennifer Kolari: Reduce anger & increase connection with your child — 5 winners

Enter at www.impactwithease.com/giveaway by August 30. Winners will be randomly selected & announced on Sept 3, 2025.

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Tired of choosing between a successful career and a fulfilling life?

Impact with Ease is the podcast for high-achieving professionals ready to thrive without burning out, selling out, or starting over.

Hosted by former corporate exec turned executive coach Blake Schofield, this show reveals how to align your work and energy with how you're naturally wired to succeed so success feels as good on the inside as it looks on the outside.

Weekly coaching. Expert guests. Real-life breakthroughs.

Follow now and learn how to create a career and life you love without sacrifice.

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AI is already reshaping the workforce—over 99% of Fortune 500 companies are using it.

The question isn’t if your career will be affected.

It’s whether you’re equipped to lead yourself through what’s coming next.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, uncertain about your future, or stuck in a cycle of burnout and overwork, this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment® is for you.

Blake shares the game-changing shift that took her from constantly chasing external success (and ending each day drained) to truly thriving in her career and life, even in the face of massive change. You’ll learn why traditional planning and productivity hacks no longer cut it, and how understanding your unique wiring for success gives you the clarity, energy, and confidence to move forward (without needing a 10-step plan).

The future belongs to those who can stay calm, trust themselves, and adapt.

What You’ll Learn:

How AI is changing the job market (1:06)
A framework for fulfillment (2:44)
The tools you need to get unstuck (3:56)
The most critical skill successful leaders must develop now (5:14)
Your wakeup call to change (6:02)

Favorite Quotes:

“The future is bringing more change, more uncertainty than we've ever seen before. And the leaders who will win are those who know themselves deeply, trust in themselves and their decision making and remain calm under pressure. They're able to navigate change and uncertainty with confidence and clarity.” –Blake
“When we are in cycles where we feel we don't have control over our careers or our calendars or our future, we get stuck in this place of learned helplessness, where we feel like there's nothing we can do about it. But the reality is that we're being called to a time of huge change.” –Blake
“Sometimes we have to step back and look at where the world is heading so we can make choices that help us stand out, stay in control of our careers and create the lives that we want.” –Blake
“Self awareness and the right frameworks and processes based on how you're naturally wired to create success and naturally wired to work; these are the things that will enable you to be strategic and intentional about the choices for your career, life and family.” –Blake

Additional Resources:

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Are you convinced that the way you see the world is the truth?

For many high-achievers, the biggest barrier to creating the life and career they want isn't external circumstances—it's their own perspective. You keep trying harder, doing more research, and believing that if you just figure out the right strategy, everything will fall into place.

But what if the real issue is that you're operating from beliefs and assumptions that simply aren't true?

Your perspective isn't a fixed part of who you are—it's a lens that can be adjusted to unlock far greater possibilities for your life.

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake reveals the single most transformative insight that launched her own life transformation. She explores how our brains are naturally wired to keep us in familiar patterns and why the beliefs we hold most firmly might be the very things standing in our way.

In this episode, you’ll learn why approaching life as a perpetual student can actually help you move forward. You'll learn a simple two-step methodology to challenge your assumptions and expand your possibilities. You'll also learn the power of curiosity and how taking a calmer approach can transform pressure, impacting every area of your life for the better.

What You’ll Learn:

Why it’s all about perspective (1:02)
The one concept that really manifested change for Blake (2:25)
Becoming a perpetual student (4:36)
Small daily shifts that make big impacts (5:53)
A simple method to change your perspective now (7:20)

Favorite Quotes:

“When you begin to understand more about how the brain is naturally wired and how it's naturally wired to keep you in the same patterns, with the same perspectives, getting the same outcomes, then you can start to rig the game in your favor.” –Blake Schofield
“The biggest limiting factor in your life to creating the life and the career that you want is your perspective or your beliefs.” –Blake Schofield
“I know that I know very little, even though I've spent the last eight years intensively studying and learning. I have become a perpetual student, and in becoming a perpetual student, it has made me far more successful.” –Blake Schofield
“I can guarantee you have belief systems that you're walking around with today, assumptions that you're walking around with today, that just aren't true. And if you are letting those things drive your life, I can promise you, you're not allowing yourself to truly thrive in the way that's truly possible for you in your career and life.” –Blake Schofield

Additional Resources:

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Are you staring at your to-do list feeling like there's no end in sight, wondering if you'll ever catch up? Is overwhelm just your new reality?

For many high-achieving leaders, the cycle of overwhelm has become a constant companion. You push through, work longer hours, and tell yourself you just need to get through this busy period, then you'll finally catch up. But that moment never seems to come, and you're left questioning whether you're failing or if this is simply what success demands.

The truth is, overwhelm isn't a personal failing—it's a sign that the systems and strategies you're using aren't aligned with how you're naturally wired for success.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment®, Blake tackles one of the most common challenges facing driven professionals. She reveals why the traditional productivity advice isn't working for you and shares how our fundamental belief systems keep us trapped in cycles of doing more while accomplishing less.

In this episode, you'll discover why stopping and slowing down is actually the key to getting more done. You'll learn a simple three-step strategy to immediately regain control when overwhelm hits. You’ll also learn how to identify what truly requires your attention versus what you've been unnecessarily carrying.

With the right approach and a simple shift in perspective, you can break free from the cycle of overwhelm and create more space, peace of mind, and regain control in all aspects of your life.

What You’ll Learn:

Beliefs that keep us in the overwhelm cycle (1:26)
The lie we tell ourselves to keep going (2:26)
One of the biggest mistakes you can make (3:14)
What to do the next time you feel stressed out (4:07)
What’s really keeping you stuck (6:45)

Favorite Quotes:

“We don't stop to think about the things, the stories, the beliefs that we're telling ourselves in these moments. But it's actually those things that are driving the stress and anxiety more than it is our to-do list.”
“It's often those hidden beliefs or stories that we tell ourselves that are actually keeping us trapped from changing course, from adapting, from looking at the reality of what we thought our schedule, our time, our to do list, was going to look like, and seeing the reality of that versus the original plan.”
“All of us underestimate how long things take. Sometimes surprises are going to come your way, and you're gonna have to adapt to life as it shows up. And it is okay to change your plans, it is okay to push out deadlines. It is okay to ask for help, and sometimes it's okay to look and say, you know that big list of things I had to do I'm not going to accomplish all those. I'm going to reduce it to a smaller subset of things that I know I can accomplish.”
“ We forget that success isn't checking off every single box, and it isn't about being perfect. Success is about adapting. It's about putting our time and energy into the things that actually matter most. It's about being a part of a community and knowing that you don't have to do it alone.”

Additional Resources:

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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In a world that often feels chaotic and uncertain, what is it that makes some leaders thrive where others crumble?

The answer likely isn’t what you think.

It's not the fancy job titles, experience, or even raw intelligence. It’s how comfortable they are steering the ship when they can't see the horizon.

It’s the ability to bring clarity when everyone feels confused, understand their own blind spots, and truly connect with people – the human-centered skills that most leaders were never taught.

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake welcomes Minette Norman. She is an award-winning author, speaker, leadership consultant, and former Silicon Valley executive. Author of "The Boldly Inclusive Leader" and co-author of "The Psychological Safety Playbook," she now runs her own consultancy dedicated to helping leaders unlock their organizations' full human potential through collaborative and inclusive practices.

In this episode, you’ll learn the most important leadership skills for the AI era and how to lead effectively in times of uncertainty. You’ll learn why human skills like empathy, compassion, and creativity are the keys to effective leadership. You’ll also learn how to invest in your team's psychological safety and better ways to think about inclusive hiring and more transparent leadership.

What You’ll Learn:

Skills that leaders need to focus on now (10:29)
More effective hiring practices (16:46)
Why people are less engaged at work (20:21)
Recognizing the role emotions play (31:11)
A curiosity challenge (41:18)

Favorite Quotes:

“Having to put on that mask is a huge cognitive burden that actually is creating some of the problems of anxiety and stress. And people are feeling less engaged at work because they can't feel fully present or fully safe.” –Blake Schofield
“Leaders, in this age of uncertainty, anxiety, fear of AI and jobs going away, we need to invest more in the skills that are deeply human, the skills that no AI is ever going to have. What is it that we have as humans? It's empathy and compassion and creativity and all the things that are that are uniquely human. This is where leaders need to focus.” –Minette Norman
“I think we're moving into a place where the true leaders and true companies that will really be empowered to create growth and become market leaders are the ones that understand these nuances about people working differently, creativity, creating cultures where people are innovating and comfortable with the unknown.” –Blake Schofield
“We do not leave our emotions at home when we go to work. They are what make us human. And in fact, without emotions, we can't function, we can't make decisions, but to not acknowledge them does us such a disservice.” -–Minette Norman

Additional Resources:

Connect with Minette Norman:

Website: https://www.minettenorman.com/

Free resources on inclusive leadership: https://www.minettenorman.com/resources

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/minettenorman/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/minettenorman/

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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What if all it took was one moment of strength to feel more aligned?

Whether it’s making a career change or making choices about personal relationships, choosing to overcome your fear and move forward in a single moment, despite the discomfort, can change your life.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment Ⓡ, Blake welcomes Tanner Clark, a TEDx and Mindset Speaker who helps people of all ages use their One Second of Strength to improve their lives, set intentions, observe their behavior, and pursue what matters most.

In this episode, you’ll learn how societal conditioning often pushes us away from our passions and natural strengths, particularly during childhood. We carry those limiting beliefs into adulthood, which inevitably leads to misalignment and a lack of fulfillment. You’ll learn the importance of listening to your inner compass rather than defaulting to distractions, and how you can use the "SOS approach" to Set intentions, Observe behavior, and Shift with one second of strength - as a framework for creating meaningful change.

Despite your fears and self-doubt, you are the one who is ultimately in control of your life- and you already possess the unique qualifications to achieve your goals.

What You’ll Learn:

Choosing to follow your inner compass (8:50)
How one second changes a life (11:08)
Circling back to what brings you fulfillment (17:56)
Finding the answers within (24:33)
Mindset and self-awareness (39:42)

Favorite Quotes:

“If more of us understood that life isn't permanent, that the decisions that we make when we have more information, we can change them; that listening to that inner compass is actually what leads to a fulfilling life. If they had more of that understanding, more of that framework, we would see people be far more fulfilled.” –Blake Schofield
“No matter what decision you made in the past, what's the next best decision you're going to make now?” –Tanner Clark
“What I know to be true is the things that are effortless, the things that you naturally have a passion for, the things that automatically give you energy, are those breadcrumbs, are those signs of what you should be doing.” –Blake
“The biggest challenge today is truly distraction. When life gets a little bit hard or a little bit uncomfortable or a little bit challenging, the default now is to just pick up your phone and sit down on the staircase of life and do nothing. And there's nothing worse than just sitting and doing nothing instead of moving life forward. We’ve got to sit in silence a little bit more. We've got to get really, really comfortable with that boredom and that silence, because I believe that you already have the answers to almost every problem you're facing, if you'll just listen to yourself. ” –Tanner Clark

Additional Resources:

Connect with Tanner Clark:

Instagram: @realtannerclark

Website: www.onesecondofstrength.com

TEDx Talk: One Second of Strength by Tanner Clark

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Are you feeling lost, uncertain, stressed, or anxious about a big decision, and you're not sure which next step to take?

Navigating major life, career, and relationship decisions can feel overwhelming. It’s in these turbulent, unsteady, and chaotic times that we’re tasked with choices that will make huge impacts on our lives.

Seasons of change are an inevitable part of life. It’s how you approach those changes that makes all the difference.

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake discusses the collective season of change many of us are experiencing and the uncertainty that comes with it. Reflecting on whether your current life path aligns with your future goals will help identify misalignments, guiding you towards better decisions that lead to greater fulfillment.

In this episode, you’ll learn what it feels like to navigate the uncertainty of big changes and the toll that their weight can have on your life. You’ll hear about the role that misalignment plays in our hesitancy to make choices, and how you can jumpstart the momentum by asking yourself two important questions.

With the right strategy and the right support behind you, you can finally create the changes that will lead to more alignment in your life.

What You’ll Learn:

Our collective season of change (0:46)
Why important decisions can’t be rushed (2:11)
Two powerful questions to help you gain clarity (3:12)
Navigating major decisions strategically (6:08)
Partnering with an impartial ally (8:07)

Favorite Quotes:

“We are in a collective season of change. The last couple months has brought a lot of challenge and chaos to many of us, and now is an opportunity to clear the way and really identify. What is it that we want for our future?” –Blake Schofield
“In moments like this, when you're at these types of crossroads, the biggest mistake you can make is rushing to take action just to feel better.” –Blake Schofield
“The truth is, the longer you continue to do things that are misaligned, the harder and harder it gets.” –Blake Schofield
“If you're navigating a major life, career or relationship decision, it's critical that you actually see the truth clearly, so that you don't risk what you've worked so hard to build.” –Blake Schofield

Additional Resources:

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Are you successful “on paper” but in reality, you’re feeling lost, drained, or unfulfilled?

You worked hard to get where you are, but your career success doesn’t feel like it’s ticking all the boxes. When success isn’t making us happy, society can make you feel like that lack of fulfillment is your fault.

If you feel like something is missing, then it’s a sign of misalignment…but there is a way out.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment Ⓡ, Blake shares her personal journey from success on paper to success without sacrifice. Building a successful career and a fulfilling life is possible without taking a paycut or starting over ™.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to recognize the signs of misalignment and how to break free from burnout for good. You’ll hear how Blake has helped hundreds of people who’ve felt lost, drained, and unfulfilled find clarity. You’ll learn how to make lasting changes and create meaningful impact in your life and career.

What You’ll Learn:

Why success on paper doesn’t alway equal happiness (0:38)
Recognizing the signs of misalignment (2:19)
What you need to know if you’re feeling trapped (3:50)
Shifting from misalignment to clarity (6:04)
The first step to creating change (6:35)

Favorite Quotes:

"You already have everything that you need inside of you to create the type of fulfilling career in life that you want. You just need clarity to be able to truly see and understand that and a strategic path where you can create that change with less resistance, more ease and less risk."
“In a world where most people are unfulfilled in their career, where society tells us that we have to sacrifice or hustle and grind in order to have success, it becomes really easy to believe that maybe we are the problem.”
“I have seen is a consistent pattern of incredibly talented high achievers who have gotten locked into a box that they don't belong in, who haven't been surrounded by the right people who could help them solve this problem, and who begin to slowly die in careers and lives that don't really feel right and they don't know what to do about it.”
“If we still feel lost, drained, or unfulfilled, these are not signs that something is wrong with us. They're actually signs and symptoms of misalignment in our lives.”

Additional Resources:

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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We've been told that time is our most valuable resource. But what if we've been focusing on the wrong currency all along?

The truth is that we have a resource far more important than time.

It’s our energy that actually determines what we accomplish – and how we feel doing it.

The breakthrough comes when we stop asking "Do I have time?" and start asking "Where is my energy going?"

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment®, Blake challenges the belief that time is our most valuable resource. She reveals why energy is a far more valuable asset, and shares how you can begin to align your energy with your goals to gain better focus and more clarity.

In this episode, you’ll learn why time and money can’t solve the root issues of feeling depleted or unfocused. You’ll start to understand your personal energy fingerprint and how to apply sharper focus to the things that truly matter to you. You’ll also learn a simple exercise to pinpoint how your energy reserves are being spent so you can start to unravel the lies that are keeping you stuck.

If you’re ready to start protecting your most valuable resource to reclaim your life, then this episode is for you.

What You’ll Learn:

Why energy is more important than time (0:50)
Our energy expenditure is personal (2:26)
Signs that you’re not using your energy properly (3:00)
An easy way to start gaining traction in your life (4:02)
The lies that keep you trapped (5:05)

Favorite Quotes:

“Most of us are unaware of how we're using our energy, the things that are giving us energy or draining energy, and whether we are appropriately focusing our energy on the things that will be most meaningful and most impactful.”
“Each one of us is individually wired uniquely in terms of how to best use and leverage our energy to create results.”
“By becoming more aware of where your focus is and where you're placing your energy, you can begin to see areas that are actually giving you life, giving you more passion, more energy, more focus, more impact. And you can also see the areas in your life that are draining you and pulling you away from what it is that you want.”
“You have so much more power to create change in your life than you believe.”

Additional Resources:

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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What if the story you've been telling yourself is THE THING that’s holding you back?

Our brains create narratives to make sense of experiences, but often, these stories are inaccurate. By accepting our internal stories as absolute truth, we remain stuck, surrounded by the same perspectives that will only continue to hold us back.

When we start to challenge these assumptions, it helps us begin to break free from limiting beliefs and uncover new possibilities that help foster a deeper understanding of ourselves and clear the path toward personal transformation.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment®, Blake challenges you to examine your beliefs and question whether the stories you tell yourself are the truth. By challenging assumptions and embracing self-awareness, you can break free from limiting beliefs, see new opportunities, and rewrite the stories that define you.

In this episode, you’ll learn about the impact that personal narratives have on our lives and the importance of questioning their truth. You’ll learn how personal growth strategies like expanding your circle can help provide new perspectives, build deeper connections, and foster compassion. You’ll learn how to start questioning your narrative and understand the powerful effect this mindset shift can have on your life, relationships, and career.

What You’ll Learn:

The lies our brain tells us (1:03)
How to stimulate personal growth (3:08)
Why we can feel like the world is a challenging place (5:56)
How to determine if your brain is telling you the truth (8:11)
The powerful ripple effect of challenging your beliefs (9:58)

Favorite Quotes:

“One of the biggest risks in our lives are the stories that we believe are true, that just aren't.” –Blake
“When we grow up in families that focus on achievements or what other people think, ultimately, we end up looking externally for the answers." –Blake
“We aren't alone, we aren't broken, and nothing is wrong with us. We have an opportunity to truly become the people that we feel called to be.” –Blake
“I've really come to learn and understand how fantastic our brain is at coming up with stories, and how often those stories are wrong." –Blake

Additional Resources:

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Is the fear of uncertainty keeping you stuck?

Feeling drained or unfulfilled isn’t a personal weakness. It’s a sign that you’re operating on outdated scripts, following paths that no longer serve you. But breaking free doesn’t require a massive leap… just a tiny experiment.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment®, Blake welcomes Anne-Laure Le Cunff. She is a neuroscientist, entrepreneur, and writer and is the founder of Ness Labs. She explores evidence-based methods for people to make the most of their minds, navigate uncertainty, and practice lifelong learning. Her work has been featured in peer-reviewed academic journals and mainstream publications such as WIRED, Forbes, Rolling Stone, Fortune, Entrepreneur, and more.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to embrace uncertainty through times of transition. You’ll hear how “tiny experiments” can help you break free from cognitive scripts and build self-confidence. You’ll also learn how to schedule in time for curiosity and exploration so that you can start making small, incremental changes that will eventually help you achieve true personal and professional fulfillment.

What You’ll Learn:

Anne-Laure’s personal journey through experimentation (3:12)
Why we should treat struggles and burnout as signals for change (13:23)
Embracing uncertainty rather than looking for answers (20:06)
"Tiny experiments" to progressively build self-confidence (28:10)
Focusing on learning rather than success or failure (40:10)

Favorite Quotes:

"It's really about starting small and just trying to do something different, maybe something that goes against what advice you would get from friends or from your employer, and seeing that the world doesn't end." –Anne-Laure Le Cunff
"It's really about progressively building that self-confidence through cycles of experimentation, instead of trying to make the big change straight away." –Anne-Laure Le Cunff
“When I began to realize that [experimentation] was the only way to get what it is that I wanted, it really helped me learn to embrace that uncertainty and to recognize that uncertainty was actually the gift.” –Blake Schofield
"As long as you learn something new, that's success." –Anne-Laure Le Cunff
“The things that we're experiencing are actually signs and symptoms that our life is in misalignment. They are warning signs. But because we're surrounded by other people experiencing the same thing, our brain will pattern match and say, nothing's wrong with me." –Blake Schofield

Additional Resources:

Connect with Anne-Laure Le Cunff:

https://nesslabs.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/alecunff/

https://x.com/neuranne

https://www.youtube.com/@neuranne/featured

https://nesslabs.com/book

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When your gut tells you something, do you listen or do you tend to push those feelings aside?

Intuition is your inner compass, but too often, we ignore those important signals- and that could be the very thing that’s holding you back from the life you want to create.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment®, Blake explains why learning to trust your intuition is one of the fastest and most impactful ways to create the life that you want. She shares one simple thing you can do today to unlock your inner confidence.

In this episode, you’ll learn why so many of us lack confidence, and how societal conditioning and parenting paradigms have taught us to ignore how we feel. You’ll understand how that follows us into adulthood, resulting in a lack of confidence and self-gaslighting. You’ll learn the simple prompt that will help you start trusting your gut right now so you can cultivate more self-confidence and create a life of ease.

What You’ll Learn:

Why we lack confidence (2:46)
Ignoring the evidence of your intuition (7:11)
How a lack of self-trust manifests into adulthood (8:37)
Listening to your intuition (9:38)
Letting your inner compass guide you (11:20)

Favorite Quotes:

"Your brain can only process about 25% of the stimulus that you are getting... the remaining 75% your brain literally does not know about. So when you override your intuition, you are ignoring 75% of the evidence that you are being given." –Blake Schofield
“Life is always working for you. It's always working for your advantage. The challenge is we often are misinterpreting or overriding the lessons we're being shown.” –Blake
"Building confidence in yourself and your own decision making and your own intuition is one of the fastest and most impactful ways to be able to create the life that you want." –Blake Schofield
“True confidence doesn’t come from your identity in a job or relationship or parenting. It comes from being able to trust yourself and your decisions and know that you are creating the life and the career that you want.” –Blake Schofield

Additional Resources:

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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We often think that tough situations require complex solutions.

But what if the solution was much simpler than you think?

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment Ⓡ, Blake reveals the importance of viewing challenges as opportunities for growth and how one simple mindset shift can help you simplify complex problems, foster curiosity, and operate from a place of non-judgment.

In this episode, you’ll learn how our lack of formal education around growth is the reason why we often repeat the same mistakes over and over again. Simplifying your thought process helps expand your perspective, allowing you to challenge the limiting beliefs that lead to repetitive issues. You’ll learn how to embrace curiosity and ultimately find the root cause.

What You’ll Learn:

The truth about the challenges you’re facing (2:16)
A challenge to reconsider now (3:11)
Why you keep repeating the same mistakes (5:14)
What happens when you decide to make things easier (6:09)

Favorite Quotes:

“There is always a solution to the challenge that you're facing or the opportunity ahead of you.” –Blake Schofield
“When we don't see something simple, when it feels complex, it's a great opportunity to stop and question, what do we believe about this?” –Blake Schofield
“There is no challenge you can't meet. There is no struggle that you are facing today that you can't overcome.” –Blake Schofield
“We are not living as authentically as we want. We are not living with the peace and joy and space and time to be present in the way that we want, but it is possible for us to do that, and it starts with that curiosity.” –Blake Schofield

Additional Resources:

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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The people we surround ourselves with can either help or hinder our success in life. They’re the ones who provide support and offer words of encouragement when we need it.

And they’re not afraid to challenge us when we’re stuck.

Our support system helps us see our strengths and acknowledge our weaknesses because they know that true growth comes from action, not perfection.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment Ⓡ, Blake welcomes Anne Marie Anderson, a three-time Emmy Award-winning broadcaster, keynote speaker and author. Taking bold moves in her career has helped her become one of the most experienced female play-by-play announcers in the country. Her book, Cultivating Audacity, shares how she found her “front row” support system and thus, gained the confidence to create change and ultimately, find true growth and success.

In this episode, you’ll learn the importance of bolstering your support system and investing in yourself. You’ll hear how cultivating audacity and aligning with your values can help you overcome fear and doubt.

What You’ll Learn:

(7:31) Being held back by fear
(13:42) Claiming your audacity
(18:37) The value of investing in yourself
(25:26) Knowing who’s in your front row
(37:27) What changes when you take control of your life

Favorite Quotes:

“Audacity is in the action, not in the outcome.” –Anne Marie Anderson
"Don't expect to eliminate your barriers. You're never going to conquer fear or own time, but you can learn to manage it and work with it once you're aware of how it's affecting you." –Anne Marie Anderson
"I had to learn how to invest in myself and how to only take advice from people who had achieved what I wanted to achieve." –Blake Schofield
“The big problem, I think, for a lot of people is they don't want to put a voice to it. They're afraid to say aloud what it is they want.” –Anne Marie Anderson

Additional Resources:

Buy the book: https://a.co/d/3nDO0qq

Sign up for book updates: https://annemarieanderson.com/book/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anne-marie-anderson-3557ab39/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annemarieandersontv/

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Does “the most wonderful time of the year” feel less like a holiday and more like overwhelm?

Feeling stressed or anxious during the holidays is unfortunately all too common.

But busyness isn’t a badge–It’s a warning that something needs to give.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment Ⓡ, Blake shares the importance of recognizing that busyness is not a badge of honor but rather a warning sign that stress and overwhelm are taking over. By shifting existing belief systems, you can start to reduce stress and achieve personal growth.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to identify the sources of stress in your life and truly understand which systems are contributing to your overwhelm. You’ll learn how to overcome busyness through small, actionable steps and create necessary boundaries so that you can begin to prioritize what truly matters.

What You’ll Learn:

Challenging conventional wisdom by confronting busyness (0:33)
Why tactics and boundaries alone won’t create real change (4:16)
Identifying the core belief that’s holding you hostage (5:07)
Actionable steps to shift your behaviors (5:55)
A real-world example of how this works (9:09)

Favorite Quotes:

“How you do one thing is how you do everything. Meaning whatever the belief systems are tied to some of the problems going on in your life, I can promise you that they're tied to multiple problems going on in your life.”
“Change happens through a series of small steps. But when you actually can address these things at a deeper root, change happens exponentially.”
“Our fear is if we stop doing so much, we'll be seen or judged as lazy. We won't be able to produce the same types of results we've produced in our career... And it is those fears unexamined that steal our joy, that steal our impact, that steal our presence.”
“When we can start to see that our view of things is limited, that we have blind spots, that maybe we're creating our own stress and anxiety, that maybe the things that we really care about aren't as critical for somebody else, the weight can begin to be lifted.”

Additional Resources:

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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If fear and uncertainty are holding you back from making the changes you want in life, then there’s only one hurdle you need to overcome.

Yourself.

For most of us, the limitations we create are self-inflicted. They are merely perceptions that can be overcome by making one simple change.

Make the decision that you CAN.

No matter what your unique challenges are, the key is to simply make the decision that you CAN overcome limitations, that you CAN push past your limits, and that you CAN build resilience.

And if you think it can’t be done, then today’s guest has a message for you.

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake welcomes Mark Black. He is a resilience expert, coach, and author. His impressive feats of having survived a heart and double-lung transplant and the subsequent completion of 4 marathons are an inspiration to embrace possibility.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to flip the script of your limiting beliefs and begin to look at what is still possible versus what you think you can't do. You’ll learn how to push the limits rather than believe your assumptions. You’ll also hear how to begin to embrace the inevitability of change earlier in the process so that you can reap the highest rewards.

“Whether you think you can, or you think you can't – you're right.” –Henry Ford

What You’ll Learn:

(6:29) How Mark learned early in life to build resilience
(13:01) Pushing beyond the fear to take a leap of faith
(17:44) The opportunity cost of waiting for change to happen
(23:40) What you can learn from his life experience
(30:35) The real power that coaching provides

Favorite Quotes:

“Everybody's got stuff. Somebody else's stuff is different than yours. But that's not the reason why you can't. It just means you have to adapt in different ways to deal with it.” –Mark Black
“Most people don't achieve the happiness, fulfillment, joy, peace of mind balance that they want for their life because of the things that they believe are true that actually aren't.” –Blake
“There really are far deeper levels of things that sometimes we struggle to see because we don't want to admit that where we are maybe isn't where we really want to be. But when you can really be honest with yourself about that, that's where the power really lies.” –Blake
“What am I showing my kids that a career should look like? What am I showing them that adult life should look like? Do I want to show them that being an adult means slogging my way through something that I hate so that I can pay bills because that's what adulthood is? Or do I want to show them that valuing my own thriving is important because that's going to make me a better human, which makes me a better parent, which helps them?” –Mark Black
“Most of us are far more limited by our perception than we are by our ability or our capacity. ” –Mark Black

Additional Resources:

Web: markblack.ca

Facebook: www.facebook.com/IAmMarkBlack

Instagram: www.instagram.com/IAmMarkBlack

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iammarkblack

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

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Do you struggle to speak up and say how you truly feel in difficult situations?

Staying silent or feeling a sense of fear about speaking up doesn’t allow you to show up as your authentic self.

While holding back your truth can help you feel accepted, it can also be damaging to your self-worth, hiding your authenticity when it matters most.

But there IS a way to stand in your truth without damaging your relationships.

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake welcomes Amy Green Smith. She is a certified life coach, speaker, and personal empowerment expert. Through her work, she helps people transform from people-pleasing to a place of radical personal empowerment and self-worth.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to shift from people-pleasing behaviors into speaking your truth with respect. You’ll hear boundary recipes that will help you overcome self-doubt and conquer the fear of rejection. You’ll learn how to find your voice and speak your truth through fearless, authentic communication.

Speaking up doesn't have to be confrontational. It’s possible to share difficult truths with grace.

What You’ll Learn:

What we’re taught about acceptance (6:27)
Looking to current relationships to heal past wounds (12:36)
Determining when your fear is legitimate (21:49)
What it looks like to be authentic in the moment (29:41)
How to ask for what you need: a boundary recipe (38:31)

Favorite Quotes:

“We often think our experience is just our own, but very rarely are we actually alone.” –Blake
“When we're talking about finding our voice or speaking up, almost always antithetical to that, is that investment in what other people think- that people pleasing.” –Amy Green Smith
“Your bullshit tolerance starts to get lower and lower once you realize, like, oh, I should not be spoken to in that way.” –Amy Green Smith
“That's often why we end up as people-pleasers, because we see things differently than the people around us, and we're told that we are wrong or not okay, or we should be compliant. And as a result of that, we lose connection with our inner compass.” –Blake
“People feel safer with you if they know where you stand and where they stand with you.” –Amy Green Smith

Additional Resources:

Connect with Amy Green Smith:

Website: https://amygreensmith.com/

Freebies: https://amygreensmith.com/free/ Social: https://www.instagram.com/heyamygreensmith/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/heyamygreensmith/ https://www.facebook.com/heyamygreensmith https://www.threads.net/@heyamygreensmith

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/pcfp

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Is your work no longer making you happy? Are you ready for something to change but unsure what the right next step should be?

Making a career change, especially when everything looks great on paper, can feel like a huge challenge (even more so when it feels like you’re doing it alone).

But this unsettling feeling you’re experiencing can actually be a gift, nudging you to transition with intention because that’s the only path to fulfillment that will put YOUR values first.

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake shares the most effective way to navigate a crossroads in your life and career.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to use this season of transition as an opportunity to avoid career burnout before it happens, identify your unique secret sauce transferrable skills™, and start creating the life you’ve always wanted. You’ll learn why what you’ve been doing hasn’t produced results, and what you can do right now to finally get things moving in the right direction.

What You’ll Learn:

Two approaches to making a transition (1:09)
The place most people get stuck (3:20)
The biggest challenge we face when seeking change (5:15)
Why you’re not gaining more clarity (7:30)
The moment “more” becomes possible (11:48)

Favorite Quotes:

“This is where so many of us get stuck: we're making these changes, or we're trying to get clarity, we're reading the books, we're changing jobs, we are having these conversations, and they're not moving us forward.”
“When we lack clarity, we believe that the answer lies externally, in our circumstances, in somebody's book and somebody else's journey. And I want you to know that that's just not true. The answer is always internal. It's inside of you.”
“We often believe clarity has to be difficult, hard and painful to get. But that's just not true. It's our approach that is difficult, hard and painful.”
“It's all possible, but it's only possible when we look at our circumstances and recognize where I am today is not the life I want to be repeating, and I'm done just tolerating what I have I want more.”

Additional Resources:

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/pcfp

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Are you feeling stuck in your career? Does it seem like finding real fulfillment requires a massive change?

It can be easy to think that change has to mean overhauling your entire career, when in fact, there are small shifts we can make to unlock progress that leads to more career satisfaction, helping you identify what’s really holding you back from happiness and recognizing your true potential.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment Ⓡ, Blake welcomes Jason Silver Smith, author of the book, Your Grass is Greener. He’s an entrepreneur who got his start at Airbnb, and today he helps leaders build great, lasting companies that people actually enjoy working for. He’s a sought-after public speaker, instructor, and advisor on how to transform work into one of the biggest drivers of positivity in your life.

In this episode, Jason shares how the unexpected loss of his sister led to a transformation in how he wanted to live and work. You’ll learn practical tactics that can eliminate miscommunication in the workplace for good. You’ll also learn how aligning work with personal strengths helps unlock career potential, increase workplace productivity, and lead to more workplace happiness.

What You’ll Learn:

How a life-altering experience shifted his perspective (8:57)
Experiencing post-traumatic growth (14:06)
Tactics to find more joy in the work you do (18:41)
Recognizing your agency in life and work (29:38)
Why real change is about the small steps we take (39:34)

Favorite Quotes:

“The hardest moments of our life often become incredible blessings that we didn't see in other ways.” –Blake
“There is no job, no career, ever worth your health or ever worth your life.” –Blake
“When things are going really well at work, it spills over into the rest of your life. You have more energy. You're fired up for what's happening in life. And the better you feel in life, the better you do at your job. And up and up and up and up and up we go.” –Jason Silver Smith
“If you don't know what you're great at, it's hard to know how to deploy that in a workplace setting. And when you're not doing what you're great at, you're not doing the best work, and you're not enjoying it.” –Jason Silver Smith
“When we accomplish something incredible in our lives, it's usually not some massive shift that happened overnight. It's usually the culmination of a bunch of small steps we took over time.” –Jason Silver Smith

Additional Resources:

Connect with Jason:

Book: http://www.yourgrassisgreener.com

Business: http://www.thejasonsilver.com

Better Work Newsletter: http://www.thejasonsilver.com/newsletter

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silverjay/

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

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Do you often come home from work feeling emotionally drained from dealing with a toxic boss or a challenging work relationship?

Just making it through the workday under these circumstances can feel like an accomplishment, but the truth is that over time, a toxic workplace will wear you down.

“Life is teaching us lessons, and we will keep getting that lesson over and over and over again until we learn it. It first starts as a whisper, then a knock, then a bang on the door, and then the whole damn thing will come down.”

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment Ⓡ, Blake digs into the most common issues people experience in challenging workplace relationships, sharing strategies to help you reduce stress and identify the right next steps to take.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to come to terms with the reality of a challenging boss, co-worker, or team member in your workplace. You’ll learn how the constant exposure to toxicity and fear leads to self-doubt, and ultimately trauma. You’ll learn how to identify these patterns and make empowered choices that will help you protect your reputation and gain peace of mind.

What You’ll Learn:

Common workplace patterns that lead to self-doubt (1:10)
Existing in a fear-based work environment (2:13)
How to start removing toxic people from your life (5:29)
Understanding your values and finding alignment (9:00)
Identifying the characteristics of poor leadership (10:52)

Favorite Quotes:

“If you stay in toxic circumstances or situations and either attempt to somehow make it work, avoid the conflict, or start blaming yourself… all of these are signs that you've had trauma.” –Blake Schofield
“It can become easy to get into a culture where people complain about work or complain about coworkers. All that does is create more toxicity.” –Blake Schofield
“When you value yourself, understand those healthy communication styles and how to vet leadership and organizations in a way that is supportive and aligned with that, you will no longer continue to suffer these issues.” –Blake Schofield
“There are healthy companies and there are toxic companies. There are companies who really empower people to learn how to collaborate, resolve conflict, and work together, and there are companies that do the opposite. Fear-based companies only care about how you perform. They don't care about what that environment actually looks like for their employees.” –Blake Schofield

Additional Resources:

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/pcfp

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Are you a people pleaser with a high tolerance for handling what life throws at you? Do you pride yourself on your deep empathy for others, often procrastinating on what’s important to you?

If perfectionism and procrastination feel like inescapable parts of your life, then life is trying to tell you something.

Procrastination isn’t a flaw. It is a signal that’s urging you to dig deeper into your underlying fears, recognize what’s misaligned, and identify what doesn’t feel safe.

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake welcomes Elyssa Smith, a trauma-informed life strategist who helps people understand the brain science behind self-sabotage. She’s the founder of Your Best Moment and creator of the Ultimate Self-Regulation Method. Her work empowers women to overcome self-sabotage and trauma and break free from procrastination, people-pleasing, and overwhelm.

In this episode, you’ll learn how trauma from our past influences behaviors like procrastination and perfectionism. You’ll begin to understand the two types of pain, identifying the kind that strengthens versus the kind that injures, and why knowing which is which is critical for growth. You’ll gain a fresh perspective on why you might be feeling stuck and how you can finally break free by addressing what feels unsafe.

If you’re a high achiever who often pushes yourself into burnout, these actionable strategies will help you shift from survival mode to a place of thriving.

What You’ll Learn:

Identifying when people pleasing is helpful versus harmful (8:11)
The build-up of ‘shoulds’ that keep us stuck (15:03)
Pain and our fear of failure (25:32)
Big and ‘Tiny T’ traumas that influence our patterns in life (35:25)
Working through procrastination (43:13)

Favorite Quotes:

“I think often we've been rewarded for focusing on everyone else, and in some cases, made to believe that it's selfish to take care of yourself.” –Blake
“Helping that's harmful is helping that is at your expense. There's something to be said for sacrificing for other people, but if it's a lifestyle, that's where you get into burnout. That's where you get into resentment.” –Elyssa Smith
“The vast majority of our stress, anxiety, and our problems are not circumstantial. It's not the toxic boss or the environment. It's whatever belief systems, patterns, etc, that we are dealing with that are creating that anxiety.” –Blake
“We have this special switch that we can turn on or off that's like, ‘I will tolerate more than is reasonable for no good reason’. So I had to find that switch, and I had to turn it off and say, No, babe, we don't need to do that.” –Elyssa Smith
“The path of gentleness is sort of paved with a fear of failure. And the fear of failure is what the pain of strengthening looks like.” –Elyssa Smith
“If those are your answers, work harder, be better, do more, you know that that is the pain that injures. If the kind of hard work you have to do is face your fears, that's the pain that causes resilience.” –Elyssa Smith

Connect with Elyssa Smith:

https://elyssasmith.com

www.facebook.com/elyssacsmith

www.instagram.com/elyssacsmith

www.linkedin.com/in/elyssasmith

The Stress Less Lounge FB group: https://elyssasmith.com/facebook

Additional Resources:

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/pcfp

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How intentional have you been in your career?

It’s easy to get caught up in climbing the ladder and accept what comes to us, but the truth is that we have more influence than we often realize.

When you gain clarity on what your values are, you develop a deeper understanding of what you bring to the table so that you can confidently leverage your skills.

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake welcomes her client Molly to share how the program helped her get intentional about what she truly wanted in her career. This led to greater empowerment in her job search as she became an equal partner in the process of her career development.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to stop shifting from job to job and start digging deeper to leverage your secret sauce transferrable skills ™ and find a more fulfilling, values-based career. You’ll hear how Molly learned to approach job opportunities from a place of power, setting clear expectations that enabled her to create a fulfilling career that doesn’t require sacrifices in her personal life or well-being. You’ll also hear how getting more in tune with her team and recognizing their values helped her develop better leadership skills and gain more confidence.

What You’ll Learn:

How coaching helps you see more possibilities (5:31)
Digging deeper to gain real clarity about what you want in life (8:14)
Why it’s not always about making big changes (15:14)
Telltale signs that things aren’t ok (22:03)
Developing the skill of awareness (27:44)

Favorite Quotes:

“I hadn't yet created the space to really take an intentional look to say what I actually want.” –Molly
“It's hard to reach insights on your own, doing the same things, talking to the same people, or going through the same process. And so just to have an opportunity for someone else to come in and create a space and guide and challenge is really enlightening.” -–Molly
“Those of us who are servant leaders often put all of our energy externally, not really realizing that the investment in ourselves enables us to create far better outcomes for everyone else and ourselves.” –Blake
“A huge part of feeling the stress and anxiety of a job actually isn't the job. It's the amount of pressure and lack of comfort that you feel in admitting the things you don't know or asking for help.” –Blake

Additional Resources:

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/pcfp

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Are there times when people say things that you completely disagree with, but you don’t know how to express your thoughts or feelings without ending up in an argument?

In a world that feels so divided, especially during an election year, it’s more important than ever to learn how to navigate difficult conversations.

When handled respectfully, disagreements can become building blocks toward more compassion and a greater understanding of our shared humanity.

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake welcomes Justin Jones-Fosu. He’s the CEO of Work. Meaningful. as well as an international speaker, a social entrepreneur, and the critically acclaimed author of I Respectfully Disagree. His book challenges you to focus on building bridges to people rather than barriers from them.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to experience disagreements in a way that fosters personal growth and empathy by humanizing the process. You’ll hear actionable ways to engage with people you may not agree with, and learn how to gracefully navigate opposing perspectives in a divided world.

What You’ll Learn:

How his mom inspired his life’s mission (4:02)
An actionable way to engage more openly and challenge your perspective (12:50)
What makes it so hard for people to learn from each other (17:02)
Pillars for having respectful disagreement (23:38)
How to cultivate your curiosity (35:52)

Favorite Quotes:

“We can vehemently disagree with someone's ideology and yet still passionately pursue their humanity.” –Justin Jones-Fosu
“Recognize your own personal discomfort because that's usually why we aren't open at first. We think, ‘Oh, I don't know anyone. I'm uncomfortable. I don't know what to say, I don't know what to do’. And if we stay stuck in that, we miss the gift of all of the beauty of the things that we can learn.” –Blake
“We encourage people in those moments of discomfort to remind themselves of areas where they used to be uncomfortable and that they've grown more comfortable with the discomfort. That's the power of moving forward.” –Justin Jones-Fosu
“Even when we are closed-minded, we should always be open-hearted.” –Justin Jones-Fosu
“When I gave myself compassion, I could show up more clearly and give others compassion.” –Blake

Connect with Justin Jones-Fosu:

Book excerpt: https://howtorespectfullydisagree.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iworkmeaningful/

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Respectfully-Disagree-Difficult-Conversations-Divided/dp/152300651X

Additional Resources:

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/pcfp

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Do you feel like the world is hopeless, crumbling around you, and full of negativity?

Today’s media landscape can make the world seem like a scary place. But the reality is not so lopsided.

There’s an abundance of positivity happening in the world.

It just doesn’t make the news.

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake shares how the negativity bias of the media we consume can easily drag us down, affecting how we see the world and how we feel about our lives.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to start paying more attention to the input you’re receiving and exposing yourself to. Whether it’s social media or the nightly news, these outlets have a bias toward negativity and a lasting effect that, over time, distorts our view of the world. You’ll hear about a simple way to shift your habits that will almost effortlessly create more positive momentum in your life.

What You’ll Learn:

Noticing the input you’re exposing yourself to (0:47)
The lasting impact of negative media (1:47)
How the media distorts our view of the world (2:31)
A simple shift to create more positive momentum in your life (3:57)
Journaling your way to a more joyful life (5:32)

Favorite Quotes:

“There's so much negativity in the world, and it becomes really easy when you're starting to listen to that, to believe that you're seeing the entirety of truth, when, in fact, you really aren't. You're seeing something that's very jaded in one direction. It's sensational.”
“I'm no longer consuming things that create negativity, fear, doubt, anxiety or worry that I'm not going to do anything about. Instead, I'm focusing my energy on positive things that move me forward, things that I care about, that I can actually take action on to do something good for the world. And the difference is astounding.”
“A very simple shift you can make to get positive momentum in your life is to look at, what are the inputs, what are the relationships I have, and are those people actually breathing life into my life?”
“When things become more divisive, when social media becomes louder, when the news really wants to sensationalize even more things, it can become really easy if you allow those things in your life to begin to believe that we are us versus them divided. That all these terrible things are happening in the world when you're missing all of the amazing things that are actually showing up on a day-to-day basis.”

Additional Resources:

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/pcfp

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Do you wish you could overcome the challenges in your life and achieve the peace you’ve been longing for?

To activate change, you first have to understand your existing belief system so you can clear the windshield of your past experiences.

When we’re able to deactivate the generational programming we receive throughout our lives, we learn to better manage our thoughts and emotions using our greatest tool…the power of the mind.

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake welcomes Brent Webb. Brent is an acclaimed mind power expert and personal development leader, having created seminars and training programs for Fortune 500 corporations including Google, Ford Motor Company, Nabisco, and Hilton Hotels.

In this episode, you’ll learn why mind power is the key to unlocking your life’s potential. You’ll hear how to shift your mindset and achieve your goals through meditation and journaling. You’ll learn what successful people understand about the power of the mind, how they use it to find happiness, and how you can, too.

When you accept personal responsibility for your thoughts and actions, you can regain power over your mind and begin to experience the happiness you deserve, right now.

What You’ll Learn:

What to know about your mind and your capacity for change (9:21)
Accepting reality without filtering it through past experiences (17:22)
Putting your worries about life’s difficulties into perspective (29:44)
Mind hacks to help you reclaim your life force (45:29)
Embracing the wholeness of the soul experience (57:42)

Favorite Quotes:

“If you actually stopped and listened to what you're saying to yourself, you would realize that's just part of being human. You're not alone, and there's nothing wrong with you.” –Blake
“We are always seeing reality through the lens of our past.” –Brent Webb
“40% of the time during the day, you're in the future, worried about all the things that are going to happen, stressing yourself out, getting anxiety, and literally making yourself sick. That's what everybody does. Disease is dis-ease. You're not at ease with yourself. You're creating this.” –Brent Webb
“I don't believe that any of us can see the totality, but we can benefit from recognizing that we don't.” –Blake
“You have to know that life does not have to be hard. We think that in order to achieve success, you have to work hard, struggle, and go through all these failures. It doesn’t have to be that way.” –Brent Webb

Additional Resources:

Connect with Brent Webb:

www.BrentWebb.com

Free Meditation Journal and Starter Kit: www.MeditationMiniCourse.com

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/pcfp

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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When was the last time you were wronged, disappointed by someone, or taken advantage of?

It’s natural when something bad happens to us to want to lay blame. We want to pin the fault on someone else to make sense of the injustice.

But we often forget that we are the co-creators of our experiences. And taking on that responsibility can be empowering.

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake shares a lesson in taking responsibility for your role in the things that happen in life. The empowerment of understanding co-creation and accepting responsibility can become the momentum you need to move forward.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to keep an open loop to leave space for the unknown to enter your life. You’ll hear stories about people who took responsibility for difficult situations, recognizing that rather than happening to them, opportunities were actually happening for them. You’ll also learn how we actively co-create our life experiences, and how you can transform misfortune into forward momentum.

“It might not be your fault, but it is your responsibility.”

What You’ll Learn:

How to keep an open loop (2:40)
The empowering act of taking responsibility (4:20)
Accepting your role as a co-creator (6:29)
How to create forward momentum (8:42)
Learning life’s lessons and releasing yourself from blame (10:37)

Favorite Quotes:

“The kindest thing I can do is help you see reality. Help you recognize the places where maybe you're keeping yourself stuck or small or suffering when you don't have to.”
“In every relationship and every interaction, we are co-creators. Nothing happens in isolation.”
“Understanding co-creation and understanding responsibility enables you to take negative circumstances and create positive outcomes.”
“Where can you take responsibility to create forward momentum?”

Additional Resources:

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/pcfp

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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How often do you feel triggered by the words or actions of someone else?

When we are emotionally triggered by something, we are usually reacting to a situation instead of responding to it.

And when we are reacting instead of responding, we show up as our wounded selves instead of our best selves.

That’s when it’s time to pause, ask yourself where this is really coming from, and take a moment to gain clarity so that you can reframe the situation and navigate it from a place of truth and integrity.

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake welcomes Andrea Mein DeWitt, author of “Name, Claim & Reframe: Your Path to a Well-Lived Life”, a practical approach to navigating life’s challenges. Her guide teaches you how to name and balance your emotional triggers, claim core value lead actions, and reframe challenges as opportunities so you can live your best life.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to listen to your inner compass and allow it to guide you, rather than continue to push it and its message to the background. You’ll hear practical tips for gaining attuned awareness so you can begin to heal yourself from the inside out. You’ll also learn how to lead more intelligently and with more self-compassion so that you can start to rebuild your idea of success on a foundation of truth and authenticity.

Until we navigate our inner problems, the changes we make on the outside won’t help us make the fundamental life changes we seek on the inside.

What You’ll Learn:

Why it’s never too late in life for big changes (3:16)
The bold move Andrea made to shift her path in a new direction (11:57)
How to be a better, more integrated leader (21:55)
Dissecting feedback to uncover the truth (35:58)
Cultivating intelligent leadership (43:43)

Favorite Quotes:

“I think that the battled and bruised healers are the best healers, because they know the pathway and it's okay to make mistakes, because mistakes are where the magic happens.” –Andrea Mein DeWitt
“In order to become who you're meant to be, you need to release who you were and trust. My favorite saying is, ‘Leap and the net will appear.’”–Andrea Mein DeWitt
“We often don't think about the identities that we give ourselves and how much holding on to those things is destroying our lives.” –Blake
“We often talk about leadership in terms of very tactical things, not understanding that the biggest and most powerful way to show up as a leader is to have a level of self-awareness and authenticity. And then being able to create that safe space and authenticity for those around you.” –Blake

Additional Resources:

Connect with Andrea:

https://www.andreadewittadvisors.com/

https://www.andreadewittadvisors.com/leadership-quiz

https://www.andreadewittadvisors.com/programs

https://www.instagram.com/andreadewittcoaching/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrea-mein-dewitt-98694068/

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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We’ve all experienced pain and tragedy in our lives. Those experiences often become setbacks that hinder our growth, changing how we view ourselves and experience the world around us.

The truth is that pain is simply a part of the human experience. Ultimately, it’s how we deal with that pain that defines the resilience of our character.

If you’re able to turn your pain into purpose, you can transform it into power.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment Ⓡ, Blake welcomes Ryan Kopyar, an internationally licensed counselor. His book, Big Boys Do Cry, focuses on men’s ability to navigate emotions and show vulnerability. His breadth of experience combines communication, psychology, and personal development regarding the power of vulnerability, building better connections, and bolstering emotional intelligence.

In this episode, you’ll hear how Ryan’s experience with personal tragedy and addiction eventually led him on the path to healing through vulnerability. You’ll learn the role that certain events play throughout our lives, and how opening up to face them is the key to real personal growth. You’ll also hear how toxic masculinity affects the lives of men and women, and Ryan share’s his best piece of advice for young people about understanding boundaries.

What You’ll Learn:

His path from tragedy to transformation (4:27)
Connecting the dots of the losses we experience (10:33)
Why he wrote a book about vulnerability for men (17:33)
Breaking down toxic masculinity (27:12)
The importance of setting boundaries (40:39)

Favorite Quotes:

“Even if we've experienced a tremendous level of pain in our life, we can transmute it, we can shift it, we can give it a new meaning.” –Ryan Kopyar
“We don't talk enough about our belief systems and our experiences and how those are the drivers of all of our decisions, until we get to a place where we come to understand that we have a choice and we can change those. We can see them differently. We can give ourselves the things that we didn't have.” –Blake
“When I can get in touch with my emotions, now I'm operating from both sides of my brain. Now I'm really powerful. Not powerful in exerting control over others, but powerful in my own sense of self.” –Ryan Kopyar
“To truly be successful in where we need to go as a society, it's about getting comfortable with uncertainty. It's about emotional intelligence, it's about being able to relate to and work with people. It's about being able to see problems from new solutions or new angles. All of those things require a level of introspection and a self-awareness that we haven't really been taught previously.” –Blake
“I think that one of the biggest lessons that we can teach the youth of today is truly love yourself, and self love very often comes with studying boundaries.” –Ryan Kopyar
“It took me a long time to see that taking care of myself first was actually the most selfless thing I could do. That choosing me and choosing boundaries and choosing to put my time, energy, and effort in alignment with how I authentically am and what I believe in, was the most powerful thing I could do.”

Additional Resources:

Website: https://ryankopyarholistichealing.com/buy-my-book/

On socials: @RyanKopyar

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Do you wake up most mornings feeling like you’re just going through the motions, as though you don’t have control over the life you’re living?

You need to make money to have security, so you spend a huge chunk of your life at a job you don’t enjoy.

You fear what might happen to your bank account or lifestyle if you take a step back to learn what truly makes you happy.

You feel like life presents you with more obstacles than opportunities.

But what if those obstacles were the opportunities, and you’ve just been viewing them through the wrong lens?

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake shares how the fears we hold onto reveal the true nature of our beliefs. When you dare to seek out the reality that hides behind your beliefs, the possibilities for joy and happiness are all around you.

In this episode, you’ll learn why the beliefs you hold onto are keeping you stuck in a life that lacks joy and fulfillment. You’ll hear how fears around money, stability, and security affect our choices, and how to reframe challenges to create space for big opportunities. You’ll learn how to take back control of your circumstances and see clearly that life isn’t something that’s happening to you, it’s happening for you.

What You’ll Learn:

The truth about reality and your beliefs (2:25)
How money affects the way we live our lives (4:14)
Why hard times equal big opportunities (5:26)
The first step toward creating a life of joy and peace (7:19)
Experiencing life as an adventure where you’re in control (9:26)

Favorite Quotes:

“If you believe that you are unworthy, you will create outcomes that make you feel that way. If you believe that life is unfair or that it has to be hard or painful. If you believe that you have to work a lot of hours in order to make money, if you believe that you have no power to change the things that you want to change in your life, you will create those outcomes.”
“I was so stuck in not understanding how to protect money as a resource and therefore that security is a resource, that I couldn't see anything else. I couldn't see that there was abundant opportunity for me, I couldn't see that. I had tremendous skills that could be used in different ways. I could only see the obstacles.”
“Life is always teaching us lessons. The question is, are we listening and are we learning them.”
“Life really is a beautiful, endearing adventure, and the places in your life that don't feel like what you want, those aren't the obstacles. They're not the things happening to you. They are the possibilities and the opportunities. They're the place to grow.”

Additional Resources:

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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How much time each day do you spend thinking about your feelings?

Not thinking about what you’re feeling…but thinking about what lessons might be waiting underneath to be unwrapped?

Every emotion we experience is a gift, and it deserves acknowledgment.

The challenge is to know when we’re ruminating on negativity, permit ourselves to feel it, and then…surrender and let it go.

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake explains why feeding the negative allows the darkness to outweigh the light. In order to transform emotions into lessons, we have to make sure we don’t get stuck in a cycle of rumination.

In this episode, you’ll hear a parable that will help you learn to identify which emotional wolf you’re feeding through the thoughts you’re giving space to. You’ll learn how to shift your perspective by acknowledging the challenges you’re experiencing, but instead of focusing on them, choosing to feed the things that give you life.

What You’ll Learn:

A Cherokee parable about life (0:47)
What to know about the thoughts you let in (2:48)
The truth about pushing away negative thoughts (4:08)
Allowing space to acknowledge your emotions (5:48)
What to do when you’re feeling discontent (8:36)

Favorite Quotes:

What you think about and what you focus on are perhaps the most important things on a day-to-day basis.
When we deny the dark wolf or the negative, we actually create more [negativity].
We can't avoid pain, anger, sorrow, or grief. But we can choose how we deal with it. We can choose to acknowledge how we feel and acknowledge our humanity.
Why do I feel this way? What is it teaching me? How can I be grateful for the feeling of discontent and the lesson and then surrender that and move back into a place of empowerment, ownership, and movement in the right direction?

Additional Resources:

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Raise your hand if you consider yourself a perfectionist.

This prompt likely pushes a lot of hands into the air, and it’s even more likely that this “perfectionism” has been touted as a badge of honor.

The truth is that perfectionism isn’t doing you any favors. In fact, it’s probably holding you back.

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake welcomes Dr. Gregory Chasson, PhD, ABPP, an esteemed psychologist, board-certified cognitive-behavioral therapist, researcher, and educator. As an international speaker, he helps organizations, communities, and individuals address mental health challenges, such as perfectionism, using practical and feasible strategies.

In this episode, you’ll learn how perfectionism permeates corporate America, and why that’s not actually a good thing for workplace culture. You’ll discover the connection between perfectionist tendencies and the need for control. You’ll also understand how to overcome perfectionism by first identifying the five primary problems, and then working towards actionable solutions that will help you finally break free.

What You’ll Learn:

What studying OCD taught him about how he was living his own life (4:59)
Why perfectionism is the ultimate irony (11:33)
How the technology feedback loop is affecting our mental health (21:00)
The five primary perfectionism problems (31:20)
Why you should ditch list-making (36:08)

Favorite Quotes:

How I was approaching the world was not sustainable. It was very difficult to try to please everyone to not try to live your life by your values but by other people's values. –Gregory S. Chasson
I had this lightning aha moment of like, ‘Oh, these cycles of burnout, some of the problems I had actually weren’t other people. The only factor here is me. –Blake
People are trying to control everything, and they can't, they just can't. They have this illusion or fantasy that these things are all controllable. But they just have all these variables, you end up getting burnt out, and you can't control it all. And it ends up controlling you. –Gregory S. Chasson
Mess up quick, move on, and learn from it. –Gregory S. Chasson
I call perfectionism the ultimate irony in this a self-fulfilling prophecy of epic proportions. Because you will try to do something so perfectly that you actually undermine yourself to the point where it makes it highly imperfect. –Gregory S. Chasson
You will be far more successful when you trust that you don't have to figure it out. When you approach things with flexibility, when you don't feel like you have to plan everything out, but can really focus on the next one to two things that matter. –Blake

Additional Resources:

Connect with Dr. Gregory S. Chasson:

Website: https://www.gregchasson.com

Flawed book website: https://www.flawedbook.com

Get a sneak peek of the first two chapters of Flawed by going here: https://flawed.gregchasson.com/

Resources from the book: https://www.gregchasson.com/flawedresources

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Does everything about your life feel complicated?

If the answer is yes, then you’re not alone. In our society, we’ve turned complexity into a type of social currency that’s rewarded.

Work hard! Overcome obstacles! Do the impossible!

But what if all of this difficulty and complexity could be washed away? What if the struggle wasn’t necessary to achieve your goals?

What if life could just be easy?

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake poses this very question, asking you to apply it to your life. It’s possible that the hills you have to climb to get where you want to be have easier routes than the ones you’re taking.

In this episode, you’ll learn why we’re conditioned to think that taking the hard road is the only path to success. You’ll discover how to make your life simpler by asking yourself how you can create more ease and setting yourself up for it from the start. You’ll learn how to overcome complexity and embrace simplicity in order to pave a smoother path to success.

What You’ll Learn:

A ‘What if’ question that can help simplify your life (0:43)
The work it takes to apply a shift in perspective (1:36)
The reason we make things harder than they need to be (2:28)
Why you should seek the simple answers over the complicated ones (3:26)
A challenge for you to simplify (4:16)

Favorite Quotes:

By spending the time to dig a little deeper upfront, you can stop yourself from spinning your wheels over and over and over again, wasting time and energy doing the wrong thing, and overcomplicating things. –Blake Schofield
As a society, we are addicted to things being hard. We are rewarded for persevering through difficult times. We are encouraged to challenge ourselves and do hard things. We feel good when we accomplish things that weren't easy, and in doing so, we actually are creating complexity and we're making things way harder than they need to be. –Blake Schofield
The answers are almost always simple. And the more complicated it is, the less likely it will be that we actually accomplish what we want. –Blake Schofield
Life really is meant to be simple. We just believe that it needs to be complicated. –Blake Schofield

Additional Resources:

A more fulfilling career and life starts with gaining control of time, energy, & state of mind. Join my FREE 7-Day Calendar Rescue challenge to help you gain control by going to www.calendarrescue.com

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Are you facing challenges that have put your anxiety levels on high alert? Do you feel like you’re in a creative rut? Do you want to become a better leader, but you’re not sure where to begin?

These may be different issues that stem from a variety of places, but there is ONE solution that can tackle them all simultaneously.

And the process is actually fun!

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment Ⓡ, Blake welcomes Mary Lemmer, a creative impact-driven entrepreneur, consultant, humorist, and global speaker helping leaders and companies innovate, navigate change, and thrive in an unpredictable world. Improv comedy has helped Mary go from frazzled and anxious to calm, confident, and more joyful. She has now been teaching others to incorporate improv-inspired principles and practices into their work and lives for over 10 years.

In this episode, you’ll gain a better understanding of what improv is and how its principles can help you in life and business. You’ll learn simple and actionable techniques that will train your brain to think more positively and help incorporate more humanity into your workplace. You’ll also explore ways to use improv to identify your own limiting beliefs so that you can understand yourself and your needs on a deeper level.

If you’re ready to embrace the power of improv to improve your leadership skills and boost your joy and creativity, then you’ll love this episode!

What You’ll Learn:

The links between improv and entrepreneurship (5:46)
One technique that will help you deal with uncertainty in a more positive light (14:42)
What people get wrong about the concept of improv (21:33)
A team-building exercise that can help build camaraderie and improve retention (27:21)
Using improv as a tool for challenging your beliefs (41:07)

Favorite Quotes:

“When we look at businesses and teams, often it's the first place where the creativity is gone because the environments are so structured for competition and performance and measurements. We don't realize that to innovate and to drive new ideas, there must be some level of safety, there must be some level of creativity, there must be some level of fun.” –Blake
“There's not a lot of places where people get to actually practice the act of management, communicating, leading. And improv provides this very unique, effective, and fun way to do that.” –Mary Lemmer
“Feeling sad, feeling angry, feeling afraid..what if you embrace that as a gift? What if you saw those as positive things that are trying to tell you something about yourself, about what you care about, about what your values are? Emotions are a gift no matter what they are, they lead us to that next thing.” –Mary Lemmer
“We're at a place where there's so much opportunity to humanize the work environment, to see people for who they really are, and understand that you bring all of you with you to work. And when we try to stuff all of that down and just show up as this person who's perfect, who’s just focused on work, who has no other life going on, we lie to ourselves. We negate the opportunity to build relationships. And we hurt our ability as teams to really work together and create better results.” –Blake

Additional Resources:

Connect with Mary:

Instagram @maryimproves and @chooseimprove

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/melemmer/

www.marylemmer.com

www.chooseimprove.com

https://chooseimprove.substack.com/

Join the Calendar Rescue Challenge and take back your calendar by going to www.CalendarRescue.com

Learn more about The Bridge to Fulfillment® program and how to join by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com

For other programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Do you need something big to change in your life, but no matter how you divvy up the hours in your day, you just can’t find enough time to devote to the process?

What if you could create the changes you’ve been looking for in a fraction of the time?

What if you could regain control of your time and find more space for the things that really matter… in just 15 minutes a day?

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake is doing something she’s NEVER done before, and she’s calling it the Calendar Rescue Challenge.

In an effort to help more people take control of their time, space, and energy, Blake is giving away the very first step of her private coaching program completely free. This is the same program that has helped hundreds of people go from feeling drained at the end of the day, going through cycles of burnout & lack of fulfillment, and lacking clarity on the right next step TO waking up excited every day, crystal clear on their unique fingerprint for success, and fully engaged & present at work and home.

In this episode, you’ll hear how in just 15 minutes a day for 7 days, you can discover EXACTLY what is keeping you from doing more fulfilling work, having more energy, and doing more of what you want in life.

You’ll hear how you can join the challenge and get the first step of the private program completely FREE AND the added benefits that come with completing the 7-day challenge – including an exclusive coupon code; the chance to win a FULL scholarship to the private program; and exclusive email access to Blake herself to help you through hurdles and challenges as you progress through the challenge.

What You’ll Learn:

A personal invitation from Blake (0:45)
How this program can change your life (1:27)
Why the key to clarity and more fulfillment starts with regaining control of your time (1:53)
Creating big change in only 15 minutes a day (2:41)
Additional exclusive offer for listeners only (3:14)

Favorite Quotes:

“This program has helped hundreds of people go from drained at the end of the day to waking up excited and energized to go to work every day – being crystal clear on your unique fingerprint for success and feeling fully present and engaged both at work and at home.” –Blake Schofield
“We all think we need clarity, first. We're always seeking that next thing to do. But when we don't have control of our time, our energy, or our state of mind, we cannot create the change that we seek.” –Blake Schofield
“My clients that apply this within three to four weeks are generally getting 20% of their time back, to repurpose to things that matter more.” –Blake Schofield

Additional Resources:

To join the Calendar Rescue challenge, go to www.CalendarRescue.com

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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What is the missing piece to your happiness at work?

Is it work-life balance? Flexibility? Autonomy? A bigger paycheck?

The truth is actually much deeper.

It’s your patterns and belief systems that are really preventing you from finding work that aligns with your values.

And the specific things that will bolster your well-being are unique to you, so you have to dig deep to learn what they truly are.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment Ⓡ, Blake welcomes Kelly Mackin. She is the author of Work Life Well-Lived: The Motives Met Pathway to No-B.S. Well-Being at Work and co-founder and CEO of the Motives Met Platform and Human Needs Assessment which empowers people to create their best work life and workplace.

In this episode, you’ll learn why the well-being movement is on the rise, and how these values are transforming corporate culture. You’ll learn as a leader how to recognize the individual needs of your team to improve employee retention and boost employee motivation.

What You’ll Learn:

The flawed belief system we inherit (4:41)
Learning from the patterns in your work and personal life (12:07)
Potential dream killers to watch out for (13:32)
The importance of psychological safety at work (23:08)
Re-evaluating your needs as life changes (37:46)

Favorite Quotes:

“Work can actually be this source of well-being in people's lives. It can lift us up and make our lives so much better, even if it's just simply and profoundly that it allows us to live the life we want to live outside of our jobs. And it can also be the thing that destroys us.” –Kelly Mackin
“We spend around a third of our lives at work. So at the end of the day, work life is life. If you have ill-being at work, you're not gonna be able to have well-being in your overall life.” –Kelly Mackin
“As parents, we're so focused on our children. But if we focused more on our own well-being, we would be far better examples to our children to live their best lives.” –Blake
“Whatever pattern you're seeing in your work is also a pattern that you're seeing in your personal life. And if you are putting things into a silo, you're really not seeing the lessons that life is teaching you that are really there to help move you forward.” –Blake

Connect with Kelly Mackin:

Website: www.motivesmet.com

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-mackin-52793110/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellymackin_motivesmet/?hl=en

Additional Resources:

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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How long have you been searching for your True North?

For high achievers, the drive toward success comes naturally. But too often, intentionality gets sacrificed in the process.

If you crave deeper meaning in the work you do and the life you’re living, and you’ve been waiting for the right guidance to align your talents with your passions in life, then we welcome you to the NEW Bridge to Fulfillment®.

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ podcast, Blake shares the important changes that have led to the restructuring of our long-proven process, and what you can expect from this expanded and more accessible relaunch of this sought-after program.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to build a clear and purpose-driven roadmap to your True North You’ll discover practical, actionable strategies that’ll help you unlock your fulfillment frameworkⓇ so that you can successfully position yourself now for the future you want to create.

If you’re looking for a high-impact, results-driven program that offers you individualized attention so that you can finally point your life in the direction of your True North, then The Bridge to Fulfillment® is what you’ve been waiting for.

What You’ll Learn:

An introduction to the program relaunch (0:38)
Positioning yourself for the future (2:20)
How to be a part of the first cohort (5:09)
The results you’ll get from the new program (6:07)

Favorite Quotes:

“You can achieve work-life balance and drastically reduce your stress while maintaining ambition around your career.” –Blake Schofield
“Build a clear and differentiated roadmap to your TrueNorth by making sure that your journey is intentional, purposeful, and directed through practical, actionable strategies.”
“Get clarity on where you are in this journey, where you're headed, optimal paths to get there, and the right next step.” –Blake Schofield
“I am so incredibly proud of the program that we had. And this one is going to knock the old one out of the ballpark.” –Blake Schofield

Additional Resources:

To learn more about the new & improved Bridge to Fulfillment® program and register for your complimentary personalized career fulfillment plan, go to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/pcfp

For more opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Do you want to feel more peace and calm in your life, but it feels like there’s just too much to do and too many distractions?

Does it feel like there’s just never enough time?

The truth is that inner peace isn’t about finding more time.

It’s about being more present.

And you already have all the tools you need to achieve this right now.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment Ⓡ, Blake welcomes Certified Professional Coach, Kristin Svets. She is an author and spiritual life coach, facilitating restoration and evolution for high-achieving women so that they can bridge the gap between outer success and inner peace.

In this episode, you’ll learn how breathwork and simple mindfulness exercises can actually rewire and regulate your nervous system, creating less stress and more ease in your life. You’ll hear how physical and emotional triggers manifest in your body and mind, and how you can learn to be less reactive in these moments. You’ll learn simple ways to become more present, and how small changes can lead to big shifts and ultimately, more fulfillment.

What You’ll Learn:

How a small shift in perspective can lead to big changes (5:23)
Understanding how your nervous system is affecting you (9:38)
Changing the way you breathe to create more calm (13:47)
Mindfulness practices you can tap into now (20:30)
Healing through the power of sound (28:31)

Favorite Quotes:

“When you can really connect to yourself from an inner standpoint, then you can change the outer to create the life that you want.” –Blake
“Sometimes we just need those little perspective shifts that open up a whole world of how we can step into personal growth and how we can step into fulfilling our own cup.” –Kristin
“We talk about wanting more time in our lives. It's often really not time, it’s presence. We have to be present with the people that we love, we have to feel like we can enjoy them without having to worry about what's coming next.” –Blake
“When you implement these tiny little changes, your nervous system starts to allow you to pause instead of reacting.” –Kristen

Additional Resources:

Connect with Kristin Svets:

Visit her website at www.kristinsvets.com

Find her on instagram https://www.instagram.com/kristinsvetscoaching/

Sign up for exclusive access to her Free 3-episode private podcast series, “Launch with Confidence: Empowering Moms as Kids Fly the Nest.” https://www.kristinsvets.com/privatepodcast

Read her book: “Designed to Shine: Living Intentionally to Discover Your Inner Light.” https://www.kristinsvets.com/book

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Did you know there’s a gift we’ve all been given?

It tells us right from wrong, guides good decision-making, and helps us find purpose and meaning in our lives.

It’s the power of your intuition, and we’re all born with it.

But too often, we ignore it.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment Ⓡ, Blake reveals why we tend to ignore this powerful compass. Rather than let other people and false beliefs shape the direction of your life, it’s time to tap into your intuitive superpower.

In this episode, you’ll learn what it feels like when your body is trying to send you a message about a person, a choice, or a direction in your life. You’ll hear why most of us tend to ignore these often physical clues in favor of someone else's opinions or advice. You’ll start to recognize the constant tug-of-war going on between your physical body and your brain so that you can begin to pay attention to the lessons life is presenting for your benefit.

Are you ready to listen to your body and start trusting yourself?

What You’ll Learn:

Listening to what your body is trying to tell you (0:58)
Why trusting yourself is the key to success (1:47)
Recognizing the gift of intuition (2:26)
The push and pull between your body and your brain (3:09)
How to stop ignoring the lessons life is offering you (4:07)

Favorite Quotes:

“One of the things I have found to be most critical to leading a successful and fulfilling life is the ability to trust and really own who you are.” –Blake Schofield
“Look for the people in your life who will help you learn how to trust yourself.” –Blake Schofield
“The body never lies, and your inner compass will always show you the way.” –Blake Schofield
“Every single person, circumstance, and moment of your day is there to teach and help guide you towards growth, learning, and purpose.” –Blake Schofield

Additional Resources:

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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How do you perceive the world around you?

Do you feel like your life is full of insurmountable challenges, or that change for you is impossible?

It might surprise you to know that you create your own reality. And you have the power to change it.

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake shares the truth about the belief systems we create, and how you can start to chip away at those false beliefs in order to create change in your life.

In this episode, you’ll learn why the reality that we see and feel isn’t always representative of the truth. You’ll start to see that you’re less trapped than you believe, and learn how to emotionally detach in order to recognize the patterns in your life and begin to shift them. You’ll learn how to start challenging the assumptions that are making you feel like change is impossible and start living a life full of possibilities.

“The world exists as you perceive it, it is not what you see, but how you see it. It is not what you hear, but how you hear it. It is not what you feel.” –Rumi

What You’ll Learn:

The strongest influence that determines your life (1:20)
How to start reshaping your reality (2:29)
An exercise in questioning your belief system (3:56)
Recognizing a pattern and taking action to change it (6:23)
Gaining freedom from the patterns that are holding you back (8:23)

Favorite Quotes:

“There's nothing stronger than lived experience.” –Blake Schofield
“We see the world as we are. But often we don't see the world as it is.” –Blake Schofield
“Patterns don't lie. They start to show you realities that you don’t see.” –Blake Schofield
“Life is always teaching you lessons. The question is, are you listening, and are you learning what you're being gifted?” –Blake Schofield

Additional Resources:

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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How long have you been chasing happiness?

For most of us, this has been a lifelong endeavor. Society would have us believe that once a certain goal has been achieved, then our feeling of being “happy” should be sustained.

But the science of happiness tells us that this definition is false and fleeting, and pursuing it only adds to our misery.

If you want to know how to be happier in life, then it’s time to redefine what happiness really looks and feels like.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment Ⓡ, Blake welcomes happiness expert Stephanie Harrison.

Since receiving her master’s degree in positive psychology from the University of Pennsylvania, Harrison has devoted her life to the study of well-being. Her company, The New Happy, has revolutionized the way that people understand and pursue happiness. Through artwork, their newsletter, videos, and podcast, they reach millions of people around the world every month. Her first book, NEW HAPPY, will be released by Penguin Random House in May 2024.

In this episode, you’ll learn to understand the disconnect between the idea of happiness we’re conditioned to believe in and what it truly means to live a happy and fulfilled life. You’ll hear why our search for this perpetual bliss is unrealistic, and why the road often feels rocky and misaligned. You’ll begin to understand the science behind happiness, the importance of a supportive community, and how you can start living a life of fulfillment and ease right now.

What You’ll Learn:

The breakdown point that led Stephanie to seek change (6:35)
Why our pursuit of happiness often results in pain and misery (10:12)
Understanding what really brings happiness into your life (17:38)
What to seek out when healing from trauma (23:58)
How to create change if you’re feeling stuck right now (29:47)

Favorite Quotes:

“We can justify an intense amount of misery because we think there's going to be a pot of gold at the end. And unfortunately, it's an ideology that is so harmful, not only to ourselves but to the ways in which we internalize that and then perpetuate it in our culture.” –Stephanie Harrison
“We need to be able to distinguish between the pain of doing something that is wrong for you, and the pain of doing things that are right for you.” –Stephanie Harrison
“There's this beautiful symbiotic relationship when you're in environments with people who are healthy, who support your growth, and who challenge you to see the world differently. That’s where the trauma healing process can begin.” –Blake
“Life is opinion-based. And when you begin to see that there is no should, there are just opinions based on values and experiences, you realize there isn't a right or wrong. There's only what's right for me.” –Blake

Additional Resources:

Connect with Stephanie:

IG: @stephaniehson

Website: https://www.thenewhappy.com/about

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Does it feel like something in your life is out of sync with who you really are?

Whether it’s an unfulfilling relationship, a passionless job, or a general lack of purpose that has you feeling like something is misaligned, consider this episode the permission you’ve been waiting for to invite change into your life.

Living authentically and cultivating a life of purpose is only possible when you’re in alignment and sharing your unique gifts with the world.

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake welcomes Dr. Karin Luise. She’s an award-winning Author, Speaker, Master Life Coach, Soul Guide, and Course Creator with a PhD in Counseling & Education. Blending 20 years of practice and research with her spiritual gifts, Dr. Luise guides people through mind-blowing transformations to help them release the programming of their past, remember who they are, and tap into the power and purpose that they are here to enjoy in all levels of their lives.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to turn past trauma into powerful life lessons. You’ll hear vulnerable stories about learning from pain, and gain reassurance that your intuition is always there to guide you when you pay attention to the signs. You’ll learn what it feels like to move from misalignment to a place of courageous truth, and how releasing yourself from obligations that don’t serve you ultimately leads to alignment and everlasting self-love.

What You’ll Learn:

Learning from the past and honing your intuition (8:24)
The courage to change course when you’re out of alignment (13:06)
From following “obligations” to following your gut (16:50)
Powerful advice from the dying about living (24:22)
How to know when you’re in alignment (31:08)
The connection between faith and self-love (40:31)

Favorite Quotes:

“Almost none of us feel seen. And we're looking for the world to see us, but until we really see ourselves, we'll never have that validation. And we'll never be able to fully see other people, either.” –Blake
“When you stay in misalignment, it's not a matter of if, but when you will have your breakdown moment.” –Blake
“Women that go through trauma when they’re children tend to be badasses when they grow up.” –Dr. Karin Luise
“ Your desires are coming through you because they are sacred. And if you think everyone else's desires are sacred or with it, more sacred than yours, you're not honoring the life force within you ” –Dr. Karin Luise
“Maybe today is your opportunity to rise up and recognize that you do have a journey. You chose a journey and a path and a purpose and lessons to learn. And if you're feeling like you're not growing, it's a call to rise up and take action.” –Blake

Additional Resources:

Freebie: Soul Inventory

Connect with Dr. Karin Luise:

Instagram | Facebook | TikTok

Work with Dr. Karin

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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We spend a lot of our emotional energy trying to avoid pain and suffering.

But to experience the joy we want to feel, we have to understand that pain is an inevitable part of the human experience.

The key to surviving that pain is simple…

Find ways to give yourself more grace.

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake explains why the human experience requires moments of pain and suffering in order to grow and find joy in life. We’re on a journey of self-acceptance and our pain is what ultimately helps us achieve self-love.

In this episode, you’ll learn why we experience pain and suffering, and how to see those experiences in a new light. You’ll understand how grace helps you accept and work through tough moments in life, and how those experiences accelerate growth. You’ll discover what it truly means to offer grace to yourself and others, and how choosing grace allows more happiness, peace, and ease into your life.

What You’ll Learn:

Defining what it means to offer grace (1:04)
The primary root of our suffering (1:27)
Recognizing the value of pain (2:31)
Finding ways to give yourself more grace (3:19)
How to know what’s true and what’s not (5:10)

Favorite Quotes:

When I look at the causes of most of the suffering or challenges we have in our lives, it's truly because we lack grace for ourselves.
We do everything possible to avoid feeling pain as if it is the worst thing to happen to us. And we don't understand that pain produces endurance.
We should feel every single human emotion and just allow it to pass through us understand what it's saying, be able to own that and then let it go. And when we do that we give ourselves grace and we give others grace.
The only way to know what's truth versus what's not is to speak it. To ask the questions, to be willing to share with others, and to allow them to meet us where we are. And when we do that, we begin to bring the darkness to light. We begin to see the beauty of all of our parts and of everyone else. And we begin to realize that we are far more resilient, far more safe, far more capable, far more loved than we even knew.

Additional Resources:

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Do you feel like the deepest, most authentic parts of yourself have to stay hidden in order to feel accepted?

In our desire for acceptance, we often allow society to slowly condition us, while we pack away the parts of ourselves that don’t fit the mold.

The more of ourselves we push away, the greater our fears, self-doubt, shame, guilt, and anxiety become.

…And the more misaligned we become.

Here’s the truth: When you're in an environment that makes you question who you are, it’s not because there’s something wrong with you.

It’s because you’re in the wrong environment with the wrong people.

The journey toward alignment requires you to fully step into who you are. When you love and own every part of you, you fight for your uniqueness.

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ podcast, Blake shares our human need to feel seen, loved, and accepted. She explains why it feels so hard to come by in the society we live in.

In this episode, you’ll learn why we’re looking for unconditional love in all the wrong places. When that acceptance doesn’t first come from within, then you’re relying on external validation that will seldom fill your cup. The unconditional love you seek comes from owning your uniqueness, embracing what makes you special, and sharing your true self with the world.

It’s the things that make you different that truly make you special.

What You’ll Learn:

Why we struggle to feel seen as who we really are (1:57)
Seeking unconditional love from the wrong sources (3:14)
Wanting to be seen in a world that doesn’t measure up to our expectations (7:11)
How to be seen for who you are and embrace your uniqueness (9:36)
Identifying misalignment in your life (11:14)

Favorite Quotes:

“Until you fully see and embrace who you are, and fully love the entirety of you, there's no way that other people can see you.”
“Whatever frustrations we feel like are missing externally are often the things that are missing internally.”
“The internal journey of discovering, embracing, and loving yourself is the key to creating loving relationships, impact, connection, and truly being seen.”
“What if you are perfect exactly as you are? What if the circumstances in the past when you were hurt, let down, unseen, or judged weren't actually about you at all? Maybe it was about the fact that you were in the wrong place with the wrong people who don't appreciate you.”

Additional Resources:

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Do you wonder whether your relationship with food is healthy?

With busy lives in a fast-paced world, it can feel impossible to make empowered choices when it comes to the food we eat. With eating disorders and a general lack of emphasis on nutrition in our society, it’s more important than ever that we take the lead in making better choices and cultivating healthier connections with our bodies.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment Ⓡ, Blake welcomes Jessika Brown, a registered dietitian (RD) with a master's degree in Nutrition. She’s also a Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics and a Certified Eating Disorders Registered Dietitian-Supervisor. Her superpower is helping people live deeper in their values through health. She’s the host of the Fuel Her Awesome Podcast and owns a dietetic private practice.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to understand the biofeedback your body is providing when it comes to what you eat. You’ll hear the important role of the microbiome in your overall health, the impact of your emotions on how you eat, and how you can begin to reshape your values when it comes to your relationship with food.

What You’ll Learn:

How healing her relationship with food led Jessica to her professional path (5:00)
Connecting our emotions to when and what we choose to eat (10:56)
The origin of our distrust for our bodies that leads to disordered relationships with food (15:41)
Defining health on your own terms and determining your values (21:24)
Advice for parents who want to help their kids choose healthier foods (31:42)

Favorite Quotes:

“So many of the conventional methodologies that we're taught are broken. As a society, we are seeking all these things that are ultimately bandaids and don't give us the results or the solutions we need. So, we often then think that there's something wrong with us.” -Blake
“Until we learn, and understand that every emotion we feel is for us and that we create our own suffering around it, we can't create any change.” -Blake
“We have to define health on our own terms, not the doctor's terms, cultures, terms, how we were raised, we have to get very clear on what healthy looks like for us.” -Jessika Brown
“There's this illusion that we're supposed to never feel sad or upset and, if we do, we need to get rid of the feeling. That's one of the biggest things I've taken away from working with this population and in my own healing is that that is part of the human experience. We have to get rid of this lie that it's going to be wonderful and beautiful all the time. Half if not more of the human experience is sorrow and sadness and it’s about developing resiliency through those pieces.” -Jessika Brown

Additional Resources:

For more information on the Empowered Eating Method check out Jessika Brown’s FREE workshop: How to Eat Intuitively and Hit Your Goals or learn more about working with her 1:1 at jessbrownrd.com.

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Do you try to shut out grief or pack away trauma in order to function in your life and work?

We’re often told that there’s an “appropriate” time and place to express emotion, whether it be the loss of a loved one, a past trauma, or even just the emotional overload of a bad day.

While holding those feelings in might be the thing we’re told to do, it’s important to understand that there’s a reason why emotions exist.

Not only are emotions pathways for processing our life experiences, but they are also gateways for human connection.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment Ⓡ, Blake welcomes Rachel Schromen, an estate planning and elder law attorney and owner of Schromen Law, LLC. Since starting to practice law in 2013, Rachel has been named one of the Top 3 Best Rated Estate Law firms in St. Paul (2018 – 2023) and was voted Minnesota’s Best Estate Law Firm by readers of the Star Tribune in 2021, 2022 and 2023. Apart from her law practice, Rachel is a hospice volunteer as an end-of-life doula.

In this episode, you’ll learn how Rachel first began to recognize that there was emotional work that needed tending to in her life. She shares her decades-long process of discovering why that work was so important, how it helped relieve her trauma and process grief, and ultimately, how it led her toward work that truly aligned her with her whole self and the work she was meant to do.

What You’ll Learn:

When Rachel first recognized that trauma was present in her life (5:02)
How we tend to cope when things are out of alignment (10:33)
Why showing emotion is a path to true connection (18:10)
A roadmap for recovering from grief and helping those you care about (23:43)
The healing power of vulnerability (32:31)

Favorite Quotes:

“When we allow ourselves to connect to the things that we're most passionate about in life is truly where we can make the biggest impact.” –Blake
“In society, we label the anxieties and stresses and things that we have as who we are. And often that isn't true at all. It's our way of coping. It's how we learned how to adapt in a world that felt unsafe.” –Blake
“ It's the human connection that really brings joy and passion to what I do. And that comes with the underlying issues of what I address for clients. I'm here to solve a legal problem. There's usually a lot of underlying emotional grief, etc, that to an extent, I can connect with that person on and support them through.” –Rachel Schromen
“I should be able to emote. Should I be inconsolable and need the client to take care of me? No. But there's an appropriate way to show emotion, and it took me a long time to step into that. ” –Rachel Schromen
“The people who showed up in the best way, unsurprisingly, were the ones who had experienced loss. One of my friends texted me and said, ‘Will you be home tonight, between 5 and 6? I'm going to drop off a meal, I will leave it at your door and ring the doorbell’. And I said, ‘Yes, thank you’. I still get emotional because it was one of the kindest things and I felt so loved and supported. If she had texted me and said, ‘Can I drop off a meal?’ I would have said, ‘No’. If she had texted me and said, ‘What can I do to help?’, I would have said ‘Nothing.’” –Rachel Schromen
“We're all having a human experience, you know? Why do we all feel so alone in it? We don't have to.” –Rachel Schromen

Additional Resources:

Connect with Rachel Schromen:

Website: https://schromenlaw.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/schromenlawllc/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/schromenlaw

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Ever feel like the same story continues to play out in your life?

There’s a reason for that. Until you learn to understand how your brain works, the outcome will always be the same.

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake explains how our brain patterns search for past experiences in order to determine future outcomes. To achieve real growth in your life and career, you have to change your patterns.

In this episode, you’ll learn why our brain defaults to existing patterns and how that keeps us replaying the same stories. You’ll understand why asking questions can feel so challenging at times, and how you can overcome those fears. You’ll learn how assumptions often lead us in the wrong direction, and how you can start approaching situations with curiosity to experience real growth.

What You’ll Learn:

How pattern matching in the brain keeps us stuck (1:24)
Why it’s important to be curious rather than make assumptions (3:17)
The challenge of asking questions (4:18)
What changes when you approach the world with more curiosity (5:41)

Favorite Quotes:

There's huge benefits to the fact that our brains do pattern match. But one of the places that it really keeps us stuck is when we try to grow or change because inadvertently, we think we know how the outcome is going to look. And then we actually create that reality.
Allow yourself to understand that there might be many outcomes that could happen that you are completely unaware of.
When we change, our ability to create different outcomes changes.
When you can remove the need to be right, life can get infinitely better.

Additional Resources:

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Have you ever said ‘yes’ to something, but knew in your gut that the answer should really have been ‘no’?

That’s not just a passing feeling or empty hunch. It’s your body’s way of communicating with you.

Checking in with how your body responds when it’s time to make a big decision is the pathway to unlocking your inner wisdom.

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake welcomes Taylor Elyse Morrison, founder of Inner Workout. Recently named one of Fortune’s 10 Innovators Shaping the Future of Health, she has turned being bad at self-care into a career, helping others cultivate well-being and focus on personal development. Tired of aspirational 'wellness as usual', she builds businesses, content, and experiences focusing on balance over burnout.

In this episode, you’ll hear about Taylor’s experience, and how she heeded the call to start listening to what her body was telling her. You’ll learn how her own Inner Workout came from the choice to opt for self-care over continued burnout. She shares her experience of helping people connect with their inner wisdom, and how you can begin to walk the path of ease toward a more aligned future.

What You’ll Learn:

How Taylor recognized the need to listen to her body (6:13)
Identifying the 5 Dimensions of Well-Being (9:55)
Determining whether our experiences result from the self or the system (15:48)
Having examples of what it’s like to be outside of the corporate box (22:43)
Leaning into what makes you feel more at ease (33:56)

Favorite Quotes:

“If you're not getting to the root of the fact that your life is not sustainable for you, treating yourself to a massage or a fancy dinner or whatever, is not going to fix things.” –Taylor Elyse Morrison
“I think as a society, we don't talk about the difficult stuff. We get into this internal negative dialogue and nobody is really understanding that they're not alone in this journey.” –Blake
“All of our bodies are so wise but we can struggle to access that wisdom.” –Taylor Elyse Morrison
“In entrepreneurship, your business literally comes down to you, period. Any fears, doubts, and anxieties you have will be your limiting factors. So it all comes down to doing that personal inner work in order to truly break those ceilings and keep moving.” –Blake
“I find that when I listen within, not just to my body, but to my inner wisdom, there's this potent truth that I often don't want to acknowledge. Because a lot of times my inner wisdom is telling me to do something that's outside of what society might say will make me successful.” –Taylor Elyse Morrison
“It takes work to be able to listen, and then complete the cycle of responding in that most loving way possible, rather than listen, and then be like, Ooh, I don't want to do that. That's too difficult.” –Taylor Elyse Morrison

Additional Resources:

Connect with Taylor Elyse Morrison:

Inner Workout

Taylor Elyse Morrison

Taylor’s Instagram

Inner Workout’s Instagram

Free Take Care assessment:

https://innerworkout.co/take-care-profile

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Do you worry that the things you want in life might not be possible for you?

It’s easy to fall into the trap of imagining exactly what “success” should look like. But, when you have too much faith in the plan, it’s hard to trust the process.

And when unexpected things show up for you, you might not recognize them as gifts.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment Ⓡ, Blake explains why our expectations are actually at the root of all suffering and heartache. When we let go and leave space for the process, that’s where the magic happens.

In this episode, you’ll learn why creating expectations of what we think success should look like masks the real opportunities that show up unexpectedly. You’ll hear why leaving space for things that might fall outside of your best-laid plans is actually where the alignment happens.

So if what you imagined to be “success” feels hard, then remember…

It’s not impossibility that’s holding you back. The real culprit is your expectations.

What You’ll Learn:

The problem with creating expectations (1:33)
Why you have to love the process (3:12)
What happens when you leave space for the unexpected (3:46)
How to trust the process and find your North Star (4:30)
Why success feels so hard (5:48)

Favorite Quotes:

“I’ve learned that when I take small actions aligned with my Northstar values and allow space for unexpected gifts, new learnings, and new doorways to open, amazing, wonderful things show up.”
“If you don't love your process every day, you'll never achieve what you want to achieve.”
“The reason it seems like we have to work so hard is because we're pushing and forcing. We're not able to see the opportunities because we've already decided how it has to look.”
“Be receptive to what shows up. You may very well find beauty, opportunity and far more possibility than you ever thought was out there.”

Additional Resources:

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Society hasn’t made it easy for women to get a seat at the table.

And often when we sit down in one of those coveted chairs, it’s immediately clear that we still make up a very small percentage of the voices in the room.

In order for things to change, we have to change.

And it all starts with closing the confidence gap.

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake welcomes Kelli Thompson, a women’s leadership coach and speaker who helps women advance to the rooms where decisions are made. She has coached and trained hundreds of women to trust themselves, lead with more confidence, and create a career they love. She is the founder of the Clarity & Confidence Women's Leadership Program, and author of the critically acclaimed book, Closing The Confidence Gap: Boost Your Peace, Your Potential & Your Paycheck.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to start shifting the limiting beliefs that have been preventing you from building the confidence you deserve. You’ll hear examples of what it feels like to ignore the cues from your body and what it feels like to listen and act on your intuition. You’ll hear some of the most common myths about women in leadership and learn how to push them to the side and move closer to the success that you deserve.

What You’ll Learn:

What Kelli did differently to get into the rooms where decisions were being made (8:31)
Paving a new path toward success as a woman (11:54)
How to create boundaries as an entrepreneur (15:58)
Learning to listen to your gut and check in with your body (22:05)
How to figure out what you want and what you don’t want for your life (29:35)
Work myths that need busting (31:33)

Favorite Quotes:

I just often think back, hindsight being 2020, how much I limited myself because I couldn't see women in those senior rooms. I just had so many more limiting beliefs at that time. And I was like, you know what, this needs to change. –Kelli Thompson
One of the biggest things that changed my life was learning to invest in myself. And I think that as a society, men learn how to do this more than women. –Blake
What I saw was the women that were at the top of the organizations I worked at, not all of them, but by and large, the vast majority, were really unhappy, very angry, sacrificed, tremendously, and had zero work-life balance. And I remember thinking to myself at certain points, I want to move up in my career, but not like that. –Blake
Be something different lead in a way that makes you feel good lead in a way that's in alignment to your values, so that the younger women in the office, look at you and say, I want that. –Kelli Thompson
I am going to make trusting your gut sexy in corporate America again. –Kelli Thompson

Additional Resources:

Connect with Kelli Thompson:

Website: www.Kelliraethompson.com

Book: closingtheconfidencegap.com/book

Freebie: Free Career Clarity Guide

Kelliraethompson.com/careerclarityguide

Social media:

Instagram: @kelliraethompson

Linkedin: in/kelliraethompson

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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When change is on the horizon, but we’re not quite sure what that means in the present moment, our first impulse is to try and find the answer.

Researching, asking around, filling up your time and energy with actions.

And while all of that keeps us busy through those messy middle periods of uncertainty, it doesn’t leave very much space for the unknown.

When you learn to get comfortable with the unknown, then you might pause just long enough to recognize the gold beneath your feet.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment Ⓡ, Blake shares her personal, and present, messy middle story, explaining what’s going on behind the scenes. Her investments in personal and professional development are leading to some big changes.

In this episode, she’s sharing what she’s learned so that your life can benefit and you, too, can experience the transformation that you’ve been seeking. You’ll hear the big ah-ha moments that have come as a result of embracing the messy middle. She shares how opting to be patient and receive the right answers, rather than trying to force them, yields results that are naturally more in alignment with your purpose and values.

If you want to start creating life on your terms, then it’s time to embrace the messy middle.

You might be surprised at what you discover beneath your feet.

What You’ll Learn:

How The Bridge to Fulfillment Ⓡ is evolving (1:07)
What Blake has learned through her personal and professional development investments (2:30)
The path forward for this work and what you can get from it (5:16)
Finding joy in the “messy middle” (6:55)
Keeping an open loop and creating space when you face uncertainty (9:58)

Favorite Quotes:

If you've listened long enough, you've heard the same things that my clients have been telling me for years: ‘I came here because I thought you were going to change my career and instead you changed my life.’
Ultimately, what I've experienced and gone through in my life, the lessons I've learned, and the path I've been able to walk…I wish everyone had the level of peace, freedom, joy, confidence, space, and ability to be present in their life in the way that it’s unlocked for me.
Our brains are wired to want a solution. So anytime we're in a circumstance where we don't know the answer, we're going to move as quickly as possible to research and find the answer. Whether that's actually the best answer for us or not.
You cannot receive if your hands are full.

Additional Resources:

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Has anyone ever made you feel small, powerless, or not good enough?

Whether it’s a boss, co-worker, friend, or family member, repeated behaviors that make you question yourself will gradually chip away at your confidence.

But when you have self-confidence, you’re in control of how you feel and what you believe about yourself.

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake welcomes Melissa to share her story. Before going through the program, she felt stuck in a job that was wearing away at her self-confidence, sending her on a downward spiral. Today, she has rebuilt her life from the ground up by uprooting false beliefs and standing in confidence with the knowledge of her true value and potential.

By recognizing that the problem was misalignment, Melissa was able to align with her values and experience rapid personal growth.

You’ll learn how she began to recognize the signs of misalignment and the breakthrough that helped her finally gain the confidence she had been missing. You’ll hear how her confidence reboot has helped boost her career, shake away her old beliefs, and propel her toward a life of alignment.

If you think it’s time for a mindset shift, then Melissa’s story is just the inspiration you need.

What You’ll Learn:

Recognizing the signs of misalignment (2:16)
The “aha” moments that led Melissa to coaching (7:44)
How the process shifted her belief systems (13:54)
Why your career and your life are interconnected (20:48)
The ripple effect of self-confidence in your life (31:21)

Favorite Quotes:

Knowing the knowledge I have now, I was just in a situation where I was completely out of alignment. I was worn out, I was frustrated, I was in a situation where my supervisors were not supporting my work style. –Melissa
I just kept thinking, ‘Okay, if I can just get this done, I will get better’. And you just keep doing that, striving, and it never ends. So I was just at a point, I was like, ‘Okay, I need a coach’. –Melissa
When we stay on a path that we're not fulfilled in and it's not in alignment with us, the longer we stay there trying to suck it up, make it work, or believe that we should be grateful for what we have, the more and more our confidence gets stripped away. The more and more we feel trapped. It's so easy to believe that something's wrong with us or we're broken or we're failing instead of being able to see that it's just not a match. –Blake
If you don't stand up for yourself, now, you won't. –Melissa

Additional Resources:

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Do you see people living the kind of life you’d like for yourself, and think, “I could never do that”?

The truth is that until you’re able to change your mindset….you’re right.

As you go through life, you accumulate certain beliefs. Many of those “beliefs” are the very reasons you think you’re a victim of your circumstances.

You already have everything you need to succeed. It’s the walls you’ve built up around yourself and the beliefs that you hold on to that are keeping you stuck.

You’ve got to open your mind and begin to question why you put them there.

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake explains why a lifetime of belief buildup could be holding you back. If you want to find your true purpose, you’ve got to “clear the windshield.”

In this episode, you’ll learn how to step back and start to really look at what you believe to be true in your life. You’ll objectively question whether or not these things are true, and begin to “clear the windshield” of false beliefs that have been holding you back from reaching your potential. You’ll learn to embrace the important stage of surrender, the true first step to experiencing the breakthrough you need in your life.

What You’ll Learn:

The only way to truly find your purpose (2:20)
Why you’re not a victim of your circumstances (3:16)
What really precedes every breakthrough (4:10)
The process of surrender (6:26)

Favorite Quotes:

In order to achieve your highest purpose, you’ve got to start with the mind. You’ve got to start breaking down the walls of the things that you believe to be true.
As a result of not being able to see clearly, we actually feel and think that we are victims of the circumstances in our lives
It isn't the suffering that produces the growth or change or positive momentum in our lives. It's what precedes that breakthrough. Before that breakthrough is surrender.
It's never the circumstances that are keeping us from what we want. It's the barriers in our mind.

Additional Resources:

For programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Do you wish that your perspective, opinion, and your voice carried more power?

The feeling that your words lack influence is common among women, and the long-term effects of this feeling of powerlessness can greatly influence your path in life.

Digging deeper into where this feeling comes from is an important step toward harnessing your ability to speak up and gain greater control over your life.

You can reclaim your voice and turn it into your superpower!

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake Schofield welcomes Zoe Chance. She’s a writer, teacher, researcher, and climate philanthropist. She has an MBA from USC, a doctorate from Harvard, and teaches the most popular course at Yale School of Management. Her bestselling book is called Influence Is Your Superpower.

In this episode, you’ll understand the deeper roots of confidence and hear the real reason why you might be lacking the influence you wish you had. You’ll learn a mindset trick to help you get more comfortable with rejection, paving the way toward rebuilding confidence and learning resilience. You’ll also learn how to start building your influence superpower.

What You’ll Learn:

Recognizing the real reasons why you might lack influence (4:43)
Why shyness is really a reaction to trauma (9:31)
Proof that you’re better liked than you think you are (18:38)
The keys to building your capacity for influence (24:54)
Why women bear the cultural burden of saying “yes” (28:58)

Favorite Quotes:

I literally believed when I was a child that my voice was the same frequency as the ambient sounds of the universe, and that's why people talked over me when I spoke. –Zoe Chance
Perfectionism and shyness are actually responses to trauma. They’re responses to things that happen in our childhood that lead us to believe it's unsafe to speak or it's unsafe to make mistakes. –Blake
To truly come into your greatest potential value and purpose, you have to strip away the things that you're conditioned into and the belief systems that formed the trauma. And when you do that, you can come back to the wholeness of who you always were. –Blake
Being able to speak and be listened to is something that sounds so small, and it's simple, but it's much more profoundly impactful than a lot of people recognize. –Zoe Chance
The first person who comes to our mind when we need something is much more likely to be a woman than a man… so there's all this male generosity that is potentially being wasted. And there's all this female burnout that is unnecessary. –Zoe Chance

Additional Resources:

Connect with Zoe Chance:

www.zoechance.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/zoebchance

https://twitter.com/zoebchance

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

For other programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Do you often feel depleted, but you’re not sure where that lack of energy is coming from?

If you’re feeling drained on a daily basis, then it’s time to look at where and how your energy currency is being spent.

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake explores the concept of energy exchange. If you’re feeling a general lack of energy in your day-to-day, then it’s likely that you’re giving away more energy than you’re receiving.

In this episode, you’ll learn how the currency of energy gets spent and how to recognize where it’s being depleted in your life. You’ll learn how to shift your perspective and start to think about energy as a valuable, finite currency that should be working both ways. You’ll hear what a consistent lack of energy feels like, and identify ways to replenish your energy currency through personal relationships, more fulfilling work, and seeking out rest when you need it.

What You’ll Learn:

Understanding the 5 types of currency (1:13)
How to think about your energy (2:30)
Why you might be feeling a lack of energy in your life (4:15)
What a low-energy life feels like (5:49)
An energy challenge for this week (7:05)

Favorite Quotes:

Energy is the hidden thing that we aren't paying attention to.
Start to look at everything that you're doing on a daily basis, every relationship that you have, and ask yourself ‘Do I feel more energized or do I feel less energized?’”
If you have time, but you have no energy, you will accomplish very little.

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

For other programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Too often, we rest on the belief that everything in life happens to us.

Not only does this negatively affect our sense of power and control, but it can keep us stuck in patterns that don’t lead to the future we want.

The truth is that YOU are in control and you can become the creator of your own life.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment Ⓡ, Blake welcomes Faya to the show to share her story. After leaving the workforce for a few years to start a family, she returned with diminished confidence that was preventing her from seeing her worth. But, the moment she decided to invest in herself, everything changed.

In this episode, you’ll learn to recognize the patterns that are shaping your belief system, and why those very thoughts are holding you back. You’ll hear how uncovering her secret sauce transferrable skills ™ helped Faya retake control and finally find alignment in her life and career.

If you’re ready to become the hero of your own story, creating the future you want starts with investing in yourself.

What You’ll Learn:

Why Faya ultimately made the choice to invest in herself (4:08)
Breaking away from patterns that follow us (6:50)
Lessons from the program that are helping her shape her future (10:11), (13:33)
Becoming the hero of her own story (19:17)
The shift after discovering her secret sauce transferable skills ™ (20:21)

Favorite Quotes:

“I knew that in order to feel more fulfilled and create a better future I needed some help with my confidence. And that's when I made the decision to invest in me.” Faya
“One of the biggest lessons I learned in my life and career was a shift from believing that life was happening to me to actually understanding that I can and do have the power to create my future.” Blake
“I know that asking for help is not a sign of weakness.” Faya
“Most of the struggles we have in our lives are due to misalignment. We’re doing things that actually aren't aligned with who we are authentically as a person.” Blake

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

For other programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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How long have you been feeling stuck in your life or career?

We’ve all heard that “change is hard”. It can certainly feel that way and our minds are capable of inventing countless obstacles that keep us from budging.

But the truth is that you’ve seen other people create change and transform their lives. So that begs the question…what’s really holding you back?

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake challenges you to ask yourself the big question:

What must I believe in order to keep doing this day after day?

In this episode, you’ll learn that your beliefs are the real culprit, and why shifting them is the first step toward transformation. You’ll discover where these limiting beliefs come from, and learn how you can start to shift those thoughts. You’ll hear how to stop blaming timing and circumstances and finally start to move in the direction of your true passion and purpose in life.

The growth and transformation you seek starts and ends with you.

What You’ll Learn:

The difference between people who stay stuck and those who pursue change (2:37)
Why we work so hard but miss finding our purpose (4:34)
Lessons from ascending into alignment (5:52)
Recognizing the most important investment in your life (7:16)
Considering how your beliefs might be shaping your inaction (10:11)

Favorite Quotes:

When we get to places in our lives and our careers where we're unfulfilled, one of the biggest mistakes is believing that we're stuck and that making a change and transforming into something else is risky, scary, or has to be hard.
There will never be a perfect time or perfect circumstance to create the change that you want.
Moving from a place of circumstances driving your life into a place of becoming the creator of your life means understanding that it all starts and stops with you.
The people you see who've achieved things you want to achieve, they're not special. They're not different from you. What they have achieved is also possible for you.

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

For other programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Do you frequently wake up with a kink in your neck? Do you suffer from persistent headaches or bothersome back pain that you just can’t seem to shake?

Health issues can be debilitating, but ultimately, these aches and pains are your body’s way of sending you a message. And if you take the hint and answer the call, then not only will you eventually find relief, but the root cause might surprise you.

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake welcomes Dr. Mel Krug to the show. In 2014, Dr. Mel’s life was radically transformed when she discovered the powerful healing benefits of Network Spinal Chiropractic Care. Today, she is the founder of Inspire Life Chiropractic Center where she helps clients overcome chronic health challenges around anxiety, sleep, mental health, trauma, digestive issues, and so much more. As a holistic guide, coach, and mentor, she helps clients successfully grow their entrepreneurial skills and elevate their consciousness.

In this episode, you’ll learn why tapping into your nervous system is the most effective path to healing. You’ll hear examples of how addressing the root cause of physical trauma can ultimately free you from pain, even after decades of suffering. You’ll learn how to change the frequency of your nervous system to start telling a different story about your life and your physical well-being.

It is possible to unburden yourself from the physical and emotional trauma that you’ve been harboring and live a fuller, more joyful, and pain-free life.

What You’ll Learn:

Blake’s journey toward a more holistic approach to health (6:06)
The life experiences that led Dr. Mel to find her calling (14:59)
Why compartmentalizing our health issues doesn’t address the root problem (24:56)
How to know if you’re holding on to trauma (31:16)
Re-tuning the frequency of your nervous system (40:00)

Favorite Quotes:

“The power of chiropractic is helping people return back home to what's always been there - it’s the body's ability to heal.” –Dr. Mel Krug
“Unless we get to the underlying wound and the trauma that we've experienced what There, it's mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual. Unless we address that in your neurology, we're only going to be scratching the surface of health.” –Dr. Mel Krug
“When you have a mind problem, you go to a psychiatrist, if you have a foot problem, you go to a podiatrist, if you have a heart problem, you go to a cardiologist, right? When in reality, what's the common denominator? It's your body and your central nervous system. And that's why I like to say body, mind or mind-body, because it's not separate. It's one unit.” –Dr. Mel Krug
“If you're unaware of how you feel, and you don't know how you feel in your body, that means that you've had trauma, and you've literally disassociated.” –Blake

Additional Resources:

Connect with Dr. Mel Krug:

IG and FB:

@dr.melkrug, @inspirelifechirocenter, @projectlioness

Websites:

Drmelkrug.com
Inspirelifechirocenter.com
academy.inspirecomn.com

FREEBIES:

Mental Emotional Alignment Blueprint: https://academy.inspirecomn.com/me-alignment-blueprint
Trauma & The Nervous System Masterclass: https://drmelkrug.com/masterclass-free/

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

For other programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Do you spend a lot of time focusing on how you’ll achieve your goals?

This is the most common trap people fall into when setting goals, but the truth is that it rarely produces results.

There is a better way to achieve your goals that feels a lot more fluid and a lot less stressful.

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake explains why this pre-planning so often backfires. In fact, it could actually be limiting your possibilities and preventing you from achieving your goals.

In this episode, you’ll learn a better way to achieve your goals that focuses less on having a step-by-step plan and more on following in the direction of your North Star. You’ll hear about a different approach to goal-setting that helps you take the steps you need while gathering valuable information for the journey ahead.

When you stop focusing on the how, you actually open up your options and expand the possibilities.

What You’ll Learn:

When having a plan actually works against you (1:40)
What successful people have figured out (3:33)
A new approach to achieving your goals (5:36)
Why planning ahead isn’t always helpful (6:40)
How this method reduces stress and opens up more possibilities (8:15)

Favorite Quotes:

This obsession we have about figuring out how something needs to happen is what keeps us stuck.
When we approach every new circumstance with the perspective of having to know exactly what it should look like, then we drastically narrow the amount of choices we have because those choices can only fit in what we know.
It's nearly impossible to create something different if you're only using the knowledge you have today.
When you remove having to know the how, you allow yourself to be open to an infinite number of possibilities.

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

For other programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Do your work and responsibilities make you feel like you don’t have control? Does your life look good on paper, but inside, you’re feeling burnt out and unfulfilled?

If you have all the components of success but you're still not finding fulfillment, then there’s something deeper at play.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment Ⓡ, Blake welcomes Kimberly to share her story. Her personal journey highlights the impact that truly choosing to invest in yourself can have on your life and the people around you. Through the program, she began to understand the value of personal growth, and it changed almost everything in her life for the better.

In this episode, you’ll learn why Kimberly felt that other coaching programs weren’t going deep enough, and how our unique process, along with the community aspect, helped her in ways she couldn’t have imagined. You’ll hear how she gained control of her calendar to become a better leader, and how she learned to make more time for things she enjoyed. She also shares why she believes that investing in yourself is the greatest gift you can bring into your life and the lives of those around you.

Life exists beyond the hustle & grind. If you want real change, then it’s time to invest in yourself.

What You’ll Learn:

Where other coaching programs were falling short (4:31)
How coaching opened up her options in ways she hadn’t imagined (8:42)
Learning to listen to what her body was telling her (20:40)
She wanted to survive, but learned how to thrive (30:37)
Why investing in yourself is the greatest gift (39:13)

Favorite Quotes:

When we're unsettled in our careers, we underestimate the true cost of staying. Blake
The vista just opened up so much wider than I had ever anticipated into what options there were, and it just expanded way beyond what I ever would have imagined myself to be looking at. It was remarkable. –Kimberly
I made the critical decision to trust the program because there were so many success stories, and I knew what I was doing wasn't working. –Kimberly
You take it to a much, much deeper level. And that's where the change happens. That's how it actually starts working. –Kimberly
When you invest in yourself and you do this work, you're not just investing in yourself. You're investing in your husband and your kids and your co-workers and everyone that you interact with. –Blake

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

For other programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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In today’s society, statistics show that more than 60% of people are unhappy in their careers. People are spending over a third of their lives in environments that leave them feeling depleted, overwhelmed, and burned out.

If you fall into this category, then it’s likely that you feel a disconnect between your work and the way you live your life.

If you’re not leading with intention, you won’t find alignment.

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake explains why true alignment can only come when you understand what your passions are, and how to adapt that to your unique lens on life. Career coaching allows you to unlock your fulfillment frameworkⓇ and discover your secret sauce transferable skills™, allowing you to dig deeper into what type of work can really enrich your life and bring you happiness.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to create the life you want by finding the intersection between who you truly are and your passions. You’ll understand why going deeper is a necessary process in order to discover your unique skills and understand what’s holding you back.

If you’re ready to live a happier life and enjoy a career that’s more aligned with who you truly are, then this episode is for you.

What You’ll Learn:

Why going deeper is the key to understanding (3:14)
The truth about following your passion (4:08)
The thread that connects successful, happy people (5:45)
Why most job seekers don’t end up finding the right job (11:00)
The only path to true happiness (13:27)

Favorite Quotes:

We're trying to solve problems with a bunch of band-aids, rarely getting to the root cause that will truly be able to create the change that we want in our lives.
Being able to go deeper into something and have a passion, a desire, and a quest to learn is truly the key to happiness in every single avenue of your life in your career.
Passion is truly a key piece to understanding the right path and alignment for you.
When we don't understand who we truly are, and we don't embrace and appreciate it, we can't live a life that allows us to really be fulfilled.

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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Have you ever felt too afraid or uncomfortable to ask for a raise?

As women, we’ve been brought up in a work culture built by men, and the march toward equality has been slow and sometimes not so steady.

In order to gain equality and advocate for equal pay in a way that brings all women up, we have to first identify what it is that’s been holding us back.

We have to begin to unpack the financial stories and money traumas that we might still be carrying into our corporate lives in order to feel comfortable with financial self-advocacy.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment Ⓡ, Blake welcomes Janine Rogan, founder & CEO of the Wealth Building Academy Inc. She’s an award-winning CPA whose mission is to educate and empower women, helping them to confidently and profitably grow their wealth through financial feminism. She shares her wisdom globally as a keynote speaker and has been featured on TEDx. Her debut book, The Pink Tax, examines gender-based price discrimination.

In this episode, you’ll learn why women haven’t historically received the same type of mentoring as men, and how this affects our career and salary trajectories. You’ll learn what to do if you’re feeling undervalued in your workplace, and why it’s so important to provide hard data when advocating for a raise. Janine explains the “pink tax”, the subject of her new book, sharing how marketers get away with charging women more than men for everyday items. You’ll also hear why women today have far more power than we believe we do when it comes to shaping the workplaces of the future.

What You’ll Learn:

The uncomfortable truth that launched her mission to help women (5:04)
What to do if you feel undervalued or underpaid (9:22)
How money trauma can follow us into our adult lives (14:25)
Why debt isn’t always a bad thing and how to leverage it (20:31)
The real cost of unpaid care work (32:02)

Favorite Quotes:

Women aren't taught how to approach these things logically with data and information. I used to believe that my work would just speak for itself, instead of understanding that you have to be your own advocate. Blake
HR’s job is to get the best person as cheaply as possible. So, if you are willing to take the lowest amount, if you are the employee who always takes on more work, who will say yes to everything, you create the perception that you'll just do it. The more we are empowered with the right skills and knowledge and the more we stand up for our value, the more that won't happen anymore. Blake
As a society, we mentor men and women differently, and we tend to mentor women to focus on soft skills. And in a lot of cases, those skills aren't promotable, or those skills aren't hitting the billable hours or the revenue targets. Janine Rogan
We can erase the notion that debt is either good or bad. When we look at people who are extremely successful, they don't call it debt, they call it leverage. Janine Rogan
When we look systemically at women's involvement in their finances and their ability to borrow, I think there's also a conversation there around the high cost of being a woman. Janine Rogan

Additional Resources:

Connect with Janine Rogan:

Website: https://janinerogan.com/

The Pink Tax book: https://www.pinktaxbook.com/

IG: @janinerogan

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janinerogan/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtoUXMcl5vSmJLboSEQpB4A

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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Do you ever feel like you’re stuck in an endless loop of learning, but all of that knowledge rarely results in action?

As humans, we're hardwired to always want more. We’re consuming knowledge and information at a near-constant pace, but the truth is that most of it is wasted time and energy. And, it actually leaves us feeling more stuck.

Too much learning, reading, and consuming of information creates what’s called cognitive dissonance. And just as the 80/20 principle states, 20% of the things we do get 80% of the results.

Consuming all of this knowledge creates too large of a gap between what we know and what we can actually take action on.

This gap inevitably leads to stress and overwhelm.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment Ⓡ, Blake shares her story of experiencing cognitive dissonance. When she wasn’t seeing the types of changes or growth that she expected from all of the information she was consuming, she realized that in order for real growth to take place, she needed to slow down and embrace the Four Levels of Learning.

In this episode, you’ll learn the science behind the dopamine high that many high achievers experience when learning and consuming information. You’ll understand why this is actually a false sense of accomplishment, and why it rarely leads to change. You’ll explore the Four Levels of Learning and hear how you can use this concept for deeper learning that actually leads to the growth you’ve been seeking.

What You’ll Learn:

How a dopamine high works (1:37)
Understanding what really makes you feel accomplished (3:42)
The concept of cognitive dissonance (4:39)
How to apply the Four Levels of Learning (7:00)
Why learning too much actually holds us back (11:21)

Favorite Quotes:

Beginning to see the patterns that we have, looking at how we're learning, and how we're taking action differently can create huge positive momentum and shifts in our lives.
Cognitive dissonance happens when we consume and consume and consume a lot of information, but then we don't actually apply it or do anything with it. What happens is we actually start to build up this level of stress and anxiety.
I kept believing I just needed to learn more, when in fact, that was never true. I needed to learn less. And I needed to learn how to apply it much more deeply. When I did that, unbelievable exponential growth happened in my life.
As humans to be biased for more. But the reality is we don't need more, we need the things that are going to get us closer to what we want in life.

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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Many women think that in order to find more fulfilling work, you have to completely change industries. You might reach out to a recruiter or a resume writer to help redirect you toward something that will make you happier.

But what if the change you’re seeking is something that needs to happen on the inside, first?

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment Ⓡ, Blake welcomes Christine to share her story. After trying to work with several different coaches, peers, and resume writers without success, she realized that she needed a more holistic approach. She wanted someone to help her define her own version of success so she could stop living by someone else’s.

In this episode, you’ll learn how Christine went from humbly accepting what was offered to her to confidently asking for what she wants. You’ll hear how she started to recognize the value of authenticity in the workplace and vulnerability in her emotional life, and how compartmentalizing her life was actually sacrificing her happiness. She’s learned what her ideal work environment looks like, and that’s led to a huge mindset shift that is resulting in significant life changes for the better.

If you’re searching for something deeper than the usual career coaching program, then Christine’s story will inspire you to take action, take back control, and take the right next step in your career™.

What You’ll Learn:

Why the usual career resources didn’t solve her problems (4:00)
The biggest self-discovery she had during the program (8:02)
How she began to identify the work environment she really wanted to find (14:10)
Overcoming the fear and valuing the message of discomfort (21:41)
Why investing in herself through the program helped her on a deeper level (28:57)

Favorite Quotes:

The difference with this program was digging to the deeper core of what was really driving me, what made me happy, my values, and what I enjoy. -Christine
The biggest part was really the peer interaction with other professionals and not feeling alone in the journey. - Christine
Asking for help isn't a weakness, it is actually a strength in you to see that you need support. And support is great because when you get it, it lifts you. - Christine
When women come on this journey, they often have a very black-and-white perspective about their options. And that’s really why we do this work. It's why we uncover every rock. It's why we really go deeper to understand the root cause of why you’re unfulfilled. -Blake

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

For other programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Do you feel like your boundaries are constantly being pushed?

Do you find yourself feeling guilty & responsible when others struggle?

Knowing how to create boundaries, and making sure they are respected, is one of the most difficult tasks many women face. When our boundaries don’t hold, it creates a pattern that ultimately takes a toll on your mental and physical health.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment Ⓡ, Blake shares the importance of creating boundaries in your professional and personal life. She shares the story of one client who felt like she failed to advocate strongly enough for her team, but in the end, realized that it was really about a misalignment of values. This realization led to a breakthrough that ultimately pointed her toward her unique set of secret sauce transferable skills™.

In this episode, you’ll learn why the issue of boundaries at work and at home is so common among heart-centered women. You’ll hear what broken boundaries feel like in the moment, and the role that fear plays in how we respond. You’ll also gain some great advice about how to change your perspective about people in your life who aren’t respecting your boundaries.

What You’ll Learn:

Why heart-centered women so often experience boundary issues (2:02)
Recognizing misalignment when things don’t go your way (5:11)
The role of fear in our feelings of failure (6:02)
What broken boundaries look and feel like (8:34)
Boundary advice for when you feel like you’re being taken advantage of (10:21)

Favorite Quotes:

Heart-centered leaders, parents, and friends often feel that when we start taking on responsibility or accountability for things that we aren't responsible or accountable for, we think we need more boundaries. But instead, we should be asking why we feel responsible for others.
If you value certain things and you're frustrated because your leadership doesn't value those same things, understand that all you can do is show up and share what you know. But also, begin to recognize if this is a sign of misalignment.
Anytime we go through big changes, it presents opportunities for others to do the same.
When we are taking responsibility for other people, what we're actually doing is stealing their opportunity for their own lesson.

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

For other programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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LinkedIn can be one of the most powerful ways to leverage your skills and further your career…IF you know how to use it the right way.

Not knowing how to truly communicate and engage with the right people on LinkedIn could be holding you back. The key to using this social media platform is really understanding how it works.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment Ⓡ, Blake welcomes Callie Schweitzer. She serves as the Head of Community Programs at LinkedIn and has built an impressive career in media and networking. Working her way up after starting with the networking platform in 2020, she also founded The Callie Co., an advisory firm that has worked with FORTUNE 500 brands and top executives. Her resume includes roles with Arianna Huffington’s Thrive Global, Vox Media and Talking Points Memo. Twice included on Forbes’ 30 Under 30 Media list, she’s been referred to as “the future of media” by Business Insider and was selected as one of TIME’s 140 Best Twitter Feeds in the World. She serves on the advisory boards of GenHERation, The Startup Girl Foundation, WOMAZE, the USC Annenberg Center on Communication Leadership & Policy, and the DeepTrust Alliance.

In this episode, you’ll learn the best practices for using LinkedIn to your benefit and how to network like a pro. You’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at how those who succeed in networking, career growth, and thought leadership are using this valuable tool. You’ll learn how to provide real value to your followers, create meaningful connections, and how to embrace the “we before me” mentality.

What You’ll Learn:

Defining what ‘having it all’ means to you (9:07)
How knowledge exchange really works (12:24)
Rule number 1 for using LinkedIn successfully (15:03)
How to find the content you want to follow (21:50)
LinkedIn tips for job seekers (23:58)
An important rule about boundaries (34:30)

Favorite Quotes:

I really became a human doing, not a human being. I was really so trying to optimize for overcoming this fear I had of not being enough. Callie Schweitzer
To me, a personal brand is what people say about you when you're not in the room. Callie Schweitzer
I had all of my worth wrapped up in my job. I gave everything to it. I went through so many cycles of burnout. But I stayed the course out of fear and how much money I was making. I had lack of clarity, not knowing what was the right path for me. This is why I'm so passionate about helping women understand there's a better way. Blake
I've been able to have it all, but it's all on my terms and my way. And that may not be ‘all’ for somebody else. And that doesn't matter because I get the things that I value and at the end of the day, that eventually creates the life that you want. Blake

Additional Resources:

Connect with Callie Schweitzer:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/callieschweitzer/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cschweitz/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/cschweitz

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

For other programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Do you often wonder why you don’t feel more in control of your time, your day, your meetings, or your life?

What if one simple productivity hack could put you back in the driver’s seat?

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake shares how a simple shift in the way you schedule your tasks can get you back on track to being productive, but with less effort.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to harness the natural flow of your brain and use it to your advantage. You’ll understand how to schedule specific tasks more thoughtfully, aligning each with how your mind works best at different parts of the day. By committing to this clever scheduling hack for just one month, you’ll see your productivity increase and you’ll find more time to spend with your family, doing the things you love.

What You’ll Learn:

Understanding how your brain works (1:21)
How to schedule your tasks more effectively (1:59)
The productivity hack that can help you work smarter (2:56)

Favorite Quotes:

“To those who would say they're good at multitasking, you are actually making your brain run a marathon. It takes up to 30 minutes to regain your full focus.”
“When you start with the most critical and important work first, you'll find not only that you’ll feel more accomplished, but you will actually be more accomplished.”
“If you’re one of those people who spends their days going from meeting to meeting to meeting, and then finally settling down to do your creative or strategic work at the end of the day, you are actually creating double or triple the work for yourself.”

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment Ⓡ, Blake welcomes Danielle to share her powerful story of perseverance. Just after joining the program, she was given some devastating news about her health that made her think about taking a step back. But after deciding to move forward and give it her all, she found an instant support network while also gaining clarity about her path forward.

In this episode, you’ll hear how Danielle didn’t let less-than-perfect circumstances stop her from creating the change she wanted in her life. You’ll hear what motivated her to push through the program, despite the health and life circumstances she was experiencing. She shares how the instant support network helped her not only gain career clarity, but also how it made her a better, more efficient time manager. You’ll hear the biggest mindset shift from the program that instilled in her the confidence and self-recognition that she deserved, and how it continues to inspire her today.

What You’ll Learn:

What wasn’t working in Danielle’s life before she joined the program (4:00)
Why things can feel different on the inside than they appear on the outside (7:24)
What happened when she got thrown a health curveball just before starting (9:56)
Why your life circumstances don’t need to be perfect in order to create change (13:57)
What Danielle learned about herself from the program (17:14)

Favorite Quotes:

It's very easy for us to go into a guilt and shame spiral. We ‘should’ be happy, we ‘should’ be grateful. But that's the lie because we can be grateful and then we can also want more. -Blake
If I'm getting a new lease on life, what do I want to do? Am I creating the life I want, spending time with the people I care about, and growing and becoming the person I want to be? That was my takeaway from the program. -Danielle
We can get into a black-and-white perspective about needing it to be the perfect time or having the perfect circumstances, or needing to do everything perfectly to be successful. And that's the lie. -Blake
I feel like we're all driven to do what we need to do. But sometimes you just need that extra push of accountability to stay on the path. And I think the duration of the program really helps with that because you finally have built the habits, and then you're accountable for them every week. -Danielle
I have figured my way out of every situation. So regardless of what happens, the good and the bad, I'll figure it out. And I think that has been the biggest mindset shift from the program.-Danielle

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

For other programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Does the idea of change fill you with fear?

Our feelings and beliefs around change often come from past experiences that we carry into adulthood. Unfortunately, those beliefs can keep us stuck in patterns that prevent us from making clear and confident decisions.

But change doesn’t have to be hard or scary. By getting to the root of your fears when it comes to change, you can begin to get closer to the life you actually want.

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake helps you take the first steps towards understanding and overcoming the fear of change.

In this episode, you’ll learn how career coaching can help you uncover the roots of your fears, finally allowing you to get unstuck. You’ll learn where fears originate and how they impact our lives when we aren’t able to let go of them.

It’s time to release your fear of the unknown and finally achieve the life you want.

What You’ll Learn:

How fear creates risk (1:34)
Understanding the root cause of your fears and beliefs (3:03)
How Blake shifted her own fear of change (5:27)
Processing childhood fears as an adult (6:29)
Reclaiming control of your fears (7:00)

Favorite Quotes:

By continuing to do what we are doing, we are actually at the greatest risk. We are choosing the thing that has zero likelihood of actually getting us what we want in life.
Change is likely none of the things that you think it is. It's actually the place where you can be excited, the place where you can expand possibilities, and it is the only path if you truly want more for your life.
Rather than change itself being painful or hard, it’s the belief systems that you’ve created based on the repercussions of that change.

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

For other programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Is your body hinting that it might be time for a total health turnaround?

We live in a world that’s so fast paced, it keeps us in a near constant state of fight or flight. But that’s not how our bodies were designed to work.

Without enough time to dedicate to rest, our bodies begin to accumulate stress, which then leads to inflammation. Traditional medicine instructs us to pile on the prescriptions, but that doesn’t get to the root cause.

What we need to do is change our approach to health and view it through a more holistic lens.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment Ⓡ, Blake welcomes Dr. Tricia Pingel. A Naturopathic Physician and Energy Expert, Dr. Pingel, aka “The Hip Hop Energy Doc” has helped hundreds of people restore their health. By showing them how to identify the stress causing their symptoms, restoring their nutrition depleted by stress, and assisting in changing their mindset to repel incoming stressors, clients are able to return to their happy, vibrant, and energetic selves.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to start prioritizing your needs and the needs of your body, and finally release yourself from the pressure of perfectionism. You’ll gain an understanding about the holistic approach of naturopathic medicine, and how it can help you relieve stress and reduce inflammation in your body. You’ll also learn how to be grateful for your mistakes and struggles and use them as stepping stones towards a happier, healthier, more balanced you.

If you’re ready to learn how to reduce the stress in your life and finally embrace the best version of yourself, then you’ll love this episode!

What You’ll Learn:

The difference between naturopathic medicine and traditional medicine (7:24)
How modern life contributes to inflammation in the body (14:25)
The healing power of gratitude (24:12)
How to release yourself and your body from perpetual flight or fight mode (29:31)
Why the mind body connection plays such an important role in our physical health (37:10)

Favorite Quotes:

You can't control what happens you just have to adapt. -Dr. Tricia Pingel
The healthiest people I know and the happiest people I know are people that know what their body is trying to say. -Dr. Tricia Pingel
We have this idea that we have control over everything. If we just take control over it, if we just do 1000 tests, and we just keep pushing, and we just keep going, we're gonna get better. When really what we need to do is back up and not control it for a second, and just be in that moment and listen. -Dr. Tricia Pingel
We've normalized that stress. And what we're doing is normalizing creating health issues that will eventually show up and take us out in some pretty significant ways. -Blake
You can actually achieve far more peace, fulfillment, happiness, and impact when you can be grateful, and you can be in the moment, no longer constantly pushing, or hustling to bring things to your life. -Blake

Connect with Dr. Tricia Pingel:

Get access to Dr.Pingel’s Free DIY beauty Ebook with homemade recipes, face masks, body scrubs, and more, plus an adrenal fatigue quiz at www.drpingel.com

Facebook: @drtriciapingel

Instagram: @drpingel

You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrTriciaPingelNMD/

TikTok: @drtriciapingel

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tricia-pingel-nmd/

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is. We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

For other programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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How is it that some people always seem to continue to progress and achieve more of the life they want?

It’s because they know the truth about creating change, and they don’t allow circumstances to hold them back from the lives they want.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment Ⓡ, Blake shares some of the hidden barriers to progress that many high achievers experience when they seek change, but don’t seem to move in the direction they say they want to go.

In this episode, you’ll learn the most common reasons people stay stuck, and the two biggest barriers to change. Blake shares a story of how she was tested when she sought a change in her career, and how she fought the fear and stepped into the unknown.

If you feel like you’re at a crossroads in your life and you’re ready for change, then it’s important to know what to expect.

When the test comes…will you be ready?

What You’ll Learn:

One common misconception high achievers make (1:06)
A personal story about making change happen, if it’s what you really want (2:56)
What to remember when circumstance don’t seem ripe for change (6:15)
The only two things that can actually slow your momentum (7:51)
Keep this in mind when you’re at a crossroads (8:40)

Favorite Quotes:

When you're looking to make a change in your life, recognize that challenges like a lack of time, these things will come. But you need to keep taking action despite them.
Every time we get to that crossroads in our life and we say we want something, we will be tested. Those circumstances will show up to ask us ‘Do you really want it?’
The longer you stay in the path you're misaligned with, the more and more risk you create.
Some unfortunate circumstance or challenge will come your way to test you and say, ‘Are you willing to recognize that the fear is a lie, and step forward anyway?’

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

For other programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Do you often feel like you aren’t prioritizing yourself?

When you’re just going through the motions, it’s easy to identify with the roles you perform. Your job, your role as a wife, partner, or mother…

But somewhere under all of those labels is the real you.

Career coaching won’t only help you land your next role in work, but it has the potential to help you truly reconnect with your authentic self again.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment Ⓡ, Blake welcomes Angie to share her story. After 9 months of hesitation, she finally overcame the barriers that were preventing her from saying “yes” to her future. Her only regret? Not understanding sooner that this program would provide her with the tools & resources she needed to take action.

In this episode, you’ll hear about Angie’s process leading up to finally making the investment that changed her life (in only 4 short weeks!). She shares the full-spectrum results she experienced in both her personal and professional life, and how she came to realize that the problem wasn’t just her role, but it stretched back to lifelong limiting beliefs that she needed to overcome in order to make progress. You’ll hear how she discovered her secret sauce transferable skills™, and how that ultimately led her to rediscover her authentic self and become more fully present in her life.

With the right tools and support, things can change very quickly.

Are you ready to pave the path toward your dream life?

What You’ll Learn:

The breakdown moment that inspired Angie to reach out for help (3:44)
Overcoming the barriers to change (5:27)
Why career coaching is actually the cure for overwhelm (10:00)
What surprised Angie about the program’s holistic approach (12:59)
Angie’s biggest “aha” moment and how it has impacted her life (16:52)

Favorite Quotes:

I felt like I should be happy and should be grateful for the opportunities that this job had provided me. But deep down, I wasn't fulfilled, and I was unsure how to break out of that burnout cycle. -Angie
Within the first month, it was amazing how much time I had created for myself, not just for the program, but for other aspects of my life. My family and my relationships, my self-care, my hobbies, and being able to just be really present. -Angie
One of the biggest mistakes I see women making is not trusting their gut and not doing the thing they know they need to do. They believe that they have to exhaust every single option by doing it themselves before they get help. -Blake
If you are in a situation where you are exhausted, wondering how in the world you can actually take on transitioning into something new, understand that things can change very rapidly for you with the right tools and support. -Blake

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

For other programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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When it comes to decision-making, do you usually start by asking the people in your life what they think you should do?

While it might seem like a good idea to gain outside perspectives, sometimes your own feelings can get lost in that sea of advice.

Not only does so much extra input have the potential to blur your own thoughts and feelings, but it’s also time consuming.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment Ⓡ, Blake explains the importance of having real confidence when it comes to making decisions, and how that confidence can have positive effects on other areas of your life.

In this episode, you’ll learn why decision-making can be so challenging for women. You’ll learn specific steps you can take to build your confidence muscle, and how career coaching can be a highly effective tool in helping you through that process. You’ll also learn why clarity and understanding are key elements that will help you build more confidence and help you save time in your decision-making process.

In a world where it constantly feels like there’s not enough time, building confidence in your own ability to trust your decisions is one way you can get a tremendous amount of time back.

What You’ll Learn:

Why so many women struggle to have confidence in their decision-making (0:38)
The steps to becoming a more confident decision maker (1:48)
How career coaching can help you recognize your blind spots (2:35)
Building and strengthening your confidence muscle (3:02)
How trusting yourself changes everything (3:51)

Favorite Quotes:

When we lack confidence, we often seek consensus from our friends or family, and so we listen to other people's opinions more than our own. -Blake
The journey to building confidence in yourself is a muscle that you build over time. -Blake
Confidence in yourself, who you are, and your ability to create the life you want is truly priceless. It changes how you feel and what you think, and ultimately, it changes the outcomes that you get every single day. -Blake

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

For other programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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As women, we’ve all faced challenges when it comes to balancing demanding careers with the needs of ourselves and our families.

These competing responsibilities can make it feel like we’re stuck to the floor, preventing us from even attempting to break the glass ceiling.

But it’s important to understand two things:

You have more power to influence your workplace than you think you do.
There are leaders and organizations out there that won’t ask you to sacrifice what matters to you in order to do impactful work.

If you’ve ever felt guilty about leaving work early even though you’ve had a productive day, or felt pressured to remain at your desk until the clock strikes 5, then it’s time to unpack your “why’s” so you can regain and reclaim control over your time.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment Ⓡ, Blake welcomes Erica Rooney, a relatable & impactful Keynote Speaker, Executive Coach & Consultant, host of the Podcast From Now to Next, and a Chief People Officer. With 10 years of experience in HR leading organizations in gender equality crusades, and coaching Executive Women, Erica has created a framework that empowers women to get seen, get heard, and get promoted by breaking free from the sticky floors that hold us back from busting through the glass ceiling.

In this episode, you’ll hear why so many women often feel powerless to address the issues that affect us most in the workplace. You’ll learn about the biggest mistakes we make that keep us firmly attached to sticky floors, and how to overcome them. You’ll also learn how harnessing empathy and promoting authenticity is the key to modern leadership, helping women break through the glass ceiling once and for all.

To harness your power and finally break through those sticky floors and glass ceilings, you first have to overcome the limiting beliefs that are keeping you stuck.

What You’ll Learn:

The biggest mistakes women make that keep them stuck on sticky floors (9:47)
How your beliefs about worthiness play into every aspect of your life (12:08)
Starting to unpack what’s keeping you stuck (16:04)
The connection between authenticity and breaking the glass ceiling (27:02)
Juggling work-life balance as a parent (32:23)

Favorite Quotes:

We as women are so in tune to making things nice, that we often undermine our value. We sign up to bring the cupcakes, we sign up to take the notes in the meetings, we do all of these things that as standalone acts don't seem like a big deal. But as we add them up over time, they become a really big deal. -Erica Rooney
How you do one thing is how you do everything. If you have a belief system that says I’m not good enough, I'm not as good as people think that I am, or I'm not really worthy, that will play out in every single part of your life. -Blake
As high achievers, we get so outcome-focused that we don't realize you’ve got to deal with the barriers first to get to the outcome. -Blake
Empathy is truly a female trait, and we are seeing empathetic leadership is one of the driving forces that companies want. So showing up as your authentic self, not being afraid to set those boundaries, as well as recognizing that you don't have to lead like a man, you have to leave like you, will all help you break through that glass ceiling. -Erica Rooney

Connect with Erica Rooney

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/ericaandersonrooney

Instagram: @ericaandersonrooney

https://www.instagram.com/ericaandersonrooney/?hl=en

Facebook: @fromNOWtoNEXT

https://www.facebook.com/FromNowToNextCoaching

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/ericarooney

Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ericaandersonrooney?lang=en

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

For other programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Has it been a while since you’ve felt the ease of being “in flow”? Do you feel like you’ve lost your momentum and don’t know how to get it back?

If you’ve felt burned out, drained, or exhausted at the end of the day, then your momentum may not be moving in the direction you want.

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake explains why the direction of your momentum is such an essential part of building the life and career that you want.

In this episode, you’ll hear about the risks of losing momentum and how to recognize your momentum rhythm. You’ll learn to identify the activities that give you momentum, and how to use that information to move in the direction you want to go. By determining where you are on the momentum spectrum, you can then make small changes that will actually move you toward the life and the career that you want.

If you feel like you’re stuck, operating in survival mode, or that your momentum has come to a halt, then this episode is for you.

What You’ll Learn:

The risks of momentum that’s taking you in the wrong direction (1:27)
How to recognize your momentum rhythm (2:31) Determining where your momentum is taking you right now (5:00)
How the power of a little shift creates energy and shifts momentum (6:00)

Favorite Quotes:

Most of us think that momentum isn't something we have control over. But that just isn't true. -Blake
Learning your rhythms is critical. Understanding what causes you to gain momentum, and what causes you to lose it is key. -Blake
We want to learn how to be in momentum for longer and longer periods of time because that makes everything easier, more efficient, and more joyful. -Blake
When you feel stuck, it is critical to make a change in what you're doing. Because the longer you stay at rest, the harder it's going to be to get back into motion. -Blake

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is. We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

For other programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Do you feel unfulfilled in your job but wonder how big of a change you’d need to actually feel happy & fulfilled again by the work you do?

We often assume that a huge shift is necessary…but the truth is that even small shifts can have a HUGE impact.

When Melissa’s friends and family started telling her she wasn’t herself, Melissa knew that her dissatisfaction at work was a big part of the problem. She knew something needed to change, so when she joined The Bridge to Fulfillment® program, she came in fully expecting to quit her job and emerge in a completely new role by the end…

But then something unexpected happened.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment Ⓡ, Blake welcomes Melissa to share her journey. Her experience in the program completely changed her perspective about the work she does and has helped her achieve personal and professional balance in her life.

In this episode, you’ll learn how career coaching brought about tangible changes in her life that traditional therapy could not. She shares the important daily habits that have shifted her mindset and helped her carve out a more satisfying work-life that doesn’t impose on her personal time.

The program showed her a path to fulfillment without having to change roles to be happy.

“Being happy where I am now is exactly where I want to be.”

If something needs to change, but you’re not sure if your current job is really the culprit, then this is the episode for you.

What You’ll Learn: • How Melissa knew it was the right time to take action (2:54)  • The biggest ways her life has changed since starting the program (10:21)  • What Blake did to help her recognize her secret sauce transferrable skills ™ (15:11)  • The big shift in her approach to finding the right job (22:12)  • How she got comfortable and confident with networking (24:56) 

Favorite Quotes: 1. I was starting to look at new jobs, new companies, and everything just felt the same. I knew my skills, I knew I was good at what I was doing. But, I didn't feel good about it. And that's when I got introduced to this program. –Melissa  2. Before this program, I would never meet a friend for dinner, I'd say ‘work’s crazy work’s busy’. Life's too short for that. I regret not doing that sooner and missing opportunities the past 10 years. –Melissa  3. My work recognizes that I'm bringing a better Melissa to work and being better in my deliverables. –Melissa  4. When you have the right boundaries and foundation and you get some of the mental blocks out of your way, you perform better in your current job. And you have more space and time for yourself to create the life that you want. –Blake  5. We don't realize that we're all our own worst enemy. But in this program, the lessons you need to learn will show up. –Blake  6. I've worked with therapists in the past and everything, and nothing has been as tangible as what I've seen here, in mindset shifts and daily habits and beliefs. And that is greater than any type of job that's waiting for me out there. –Melissa 

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is. We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

For other programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Unhappy or unfulfilled in your career but wondering if it’s too late to make a change?

Here’s the thing – we spend ⅓ of our lives at work, so if your job leaves you feeling unhappy and unfulfilled at the end of the day, that dissatisfaction is affecting much more than just your work life.

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake shares her advice when it comes to making a career change. She explains why the cost of staying in the wrong job ultimately far outweighs the uncertainty you might feel about making a change, and how you can determine if it’s truly “too late.”

In this episode, you’ll learn the role that recency bias might be having in your thought process, and why that could be preventing you from taking the next right step. You’ll hear about the ripple effects of job dissatisfaction and the toll that can take on everyone in your life.

If you’re seeking change, career coaching can help you gain the clarity to Take the Right Next Step in Your Career ™.

What You’ll Learn: • Understanding recency bias (1:07)  • How work dissatisfaction affects other aspects of your life (2:16)  • The cost of staying on the wrong career path (3:24)  • Finding clarity through career coaching (4:29) 

Favorite Quotes: 1. When we are on paths that are no longer aligned with what we value in life, the heaviness of that gets worse and worse over time. And that begins bleeding into every part of our lives.  2. The average person will spend 1/3 of their life at work. And that work either adds to the life you lead, or takes away from it.   3. The cost of staying on the wrong path far outweighs what it takes to create a bridge to a better, more fulfilling future.  

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is. We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

For other programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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When it comes to asking for what we want and what we deserve, as women, we often find ourselves in a double-bind.

We want to advocate for ourselves, but we also don’t want to rock the boat and risk potentially damaging relationships.

Without knowing how to confidently and clearly ask for what you want, you’re missing out on what you deserve.

Learning how to negotiate effectively is one of the most important skills that you can gain because the reality is you're negotiating every single day.

Here’s what you need to know…

It’s entirely possible to be authentic, likable, and still get what you want.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment Ⓡ, Blake welcomes Fotini Iconomopoulos. Going from running a small business, to negotiating with Walmart buyers in the corporate world, today business executives partner with her to achieve their business goals, increase profitability and create a competitive advantage. She’s been featured in Forbes and Harvard Business Review, and is the author of Say Less, Get More: Unconventional Negotiation Techniques to Get What You Want

In this episode, Fotini shares her expertise in negotiation, communication and persuasion. You’ll learn how you can leverage her negotiation techniques not only in the workplace, but also in the day-to-day negotiations that take place in your friendships and family relationships. You’ll hear how to overcome the biggest fears you have when it comes to the negotiating table, and the simple easy steps that you can take to become a better advocate for yourself, without compromising your relationships or likability.

What You’ll Learn: • Luck versus setting yourself up for success (9:12)  • The unique “double-bind” women are subject to (11:40)  • How to be likable without forfeiting what you deserve (13:16)  • The biggest fear people have when it comes to negotiating (17:39)  • Key steps for a successful negotiation (24:23)  • Why saying less can benefit you more (29:43) 

Favorite Quotes: 1. When we're faced with difficult conversations, common sense kind of goes out the window. So I've just been playing with finding unique ways to help people tap into their common sense when they need it most. –Fotini Iconomopoulos 2. Nobody that that really accomplishes significant things feels ready for them. And I think that's why they've accomplished something significant is they step into it with the belief system that they'll figure it out and they'll learn. –Blake 3. We recognize intuitively that there is bias when it comes to women in negotiation. They know if you come from a disadvantaged groups, if you are not part of that privileged group who gets to get away with everything, you are going to be discriminated against. –Fotini Iconomopoulos 4. Once we start to understand where likability comes from, we're less likely to make that costly mistake of trying to buy it instead of building it. –Fotini Iconomopoulos

Additional Resources:

Connect with Fotini Iconomopoulos: www.fotiniicon.com/quiz www.Saylessgetmore.com https://www.instagram.com/fotiniicon/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/fotiniiconomopoulos/

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is. We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

For other programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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What if the decisions you’re making today aren’t leading you toward the life you truly want?

One of the biggest mistakes people make when it comes to decision-making isn’t making the wrong decisions. It’s making them from the wrong perspective.

Growth comes from looking forward. So if you want to change something in your life or career, then the decisions you make today need to come from the person you want to be tomorrow.

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake shares one of the biggest shifts that has enabled her to experience exponential growth in her life and career. By simply making decisions from the perspective of where she wanted to be rather than where she was, she saw her entire life change in only 5 short years.

In this episode, you’ll hear about the importance of learning to accept the unknown. You’ll learn why the limitations you think are holding you back are really just misconceptions that can be overcome by a simple change of perspective. You’ll see how a single leap of faith can completely alter your life, leading you on a lifelong path of clarity and prosperity.

“Faith means believing in advance what will only make sense in reverse.” –Philip Yancey

What You’ll Learn: • One of the biggest things you can do now to start to grow your career (1:59)  • Why it’s important to accept the unknown and have faith (3:17)  • Misconceptions about your limitations that are holding you back (4:25)  • How Blake has completely changed her life for the better in only 5 years (7:45)  • How a single “right” decision leads to more of the right decisions (8:38) 

Favorite Quotes: 1. In order to truly create quantum leaps in your life, you have to begin to understand the barriers in your way. And very often those barriers are internal.  2. Growth comes from stepping into something that very often feels like fear.  3. I used to live my life through this lens of ‘I need to have control of everything I need to plan it all, I need to know exactly what it's going to look like’. And I thought that's what made me successful. But I’ve now come to understand that it's actually what was holding me prisoner.  4. Start making decisions from where you want to be, not where you are today. 

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is. We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

For other programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Michelle had always struggled with perfectionism. Her desire to be “perfect” in everyone else’s eyes began to feel like a trap of her own making.

She felt stuck in her career and spent a lot of time and energy wondering why she wasn’t feeling happy or fulfilled.

If this sounds familiar, then know that you’re not alone.

There's value in being vulnerable and knowing when to seek help.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment Ⓡ, Blake welcomes Michelle to share her story. She had the perfect job and the ideal life on paper, but she just wasn’t happy. Once she made the decision to take action, she experienced profound changes in both her work and personal life, all in just the first month!

In this episode, you’ll hear why Michelle wishes she’d taken action much sooner, and her advice to anyone who is sitting on the fence, waiting for things to get better on their own. She shares the emotional roadblocks that made her fearful of change, and how the pressure to be perfect was preventing her from living her values.

Not only has Michelle found more fulfilling work, but her relationships have become deeper and more meaningful.

If you’re ready to take the first step toward real change, just like Michelle did, then this episode is for you.

What You’ll Learn: • Michelle’s advice for anyone thinking about career coaching (3:21)  • The emotional roadblocks that were holding Michelle back (6:36)  • One surprise benefits women experience after going through the program (10:45)  • How Michelle uncovered her secret sauce transferable skills™ (13:41)  • Learning to stand in your values rather than everyone else's (22:09) 

Favorite Quotes: 1. I wish I had met you 20 years ago, because what you did for me personally outweighs any career financial gain I could ever get to this program. –Michelle  2. I used to believe that I was successful because of my level of perfectionism in the work I did. I had no idea that it was a big cause of my patterns of burnout, exhaustion, and overwhelm. –Blake  3. One of the secret things a lot of people don't know about this program is that I consistently see improvement in marriages and relationships with kids. Because you can show up more as your authentic self and you can have deep conversations about things. It creates a sense of connection that maybe was missing in a lot of respects. –Blake  4. When you take yourself out of that box that you created for yourself, abundance is out there and there are opportunities for your life to change. And if your mindset is there, everything else will follow. –Michelle 

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is. We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

For other programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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Did you know that 40% of Americans are laid off at least once in their career?

Additionally, those who get laid off also end up facing negative financial impacts years (and sometimes even decades) later.

The unfortunate truth is that layoffs are becoming more and more common. And whether the impact is direct or indirect, people who have experienced a layoff have historically paid a BIG price.

Layoffs can create anxiety and make you feel like you’ve lost control over your future. This, in turn, affects how you feel about yourself and your worth. You feel like you have to settle for whatever comes, and the salary that comes with it, regardless of whether it’s something you really want to do.

But, it doesn't have to be that way.

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake shares how you can take back control of your life and career. There is a proven path that can have you looking back at your layoff as the best thing that ever happened to you!

In this episode, you’ll learn how to protect and prepare yourself for a potential layoff. You’ll hear important statistics about the long-term effects of job loss, and how you can recognize the signs that your job might be at risk. You’ll hear how career coaching can help you level-up now so that you can successfully navigate a layoff at any point in your career while INCREASING your income.

It is possible to not only bounce back from a layoff, but also use it as a launchpad to find bigger and better opportunities that are more aligned with who you are.

What You’ll Learn: • How layoffs affect personal and company morale (1:38)  • Signs that you might be at risk of a layoff (5:36)  • How to protect and prepare in the event of job loss (6:20)  • Embracing the concept of lifelong learning (7:18)  • Learning how to unlock your fulfillment framework Ⓡ (9:34)  • Why it actually pays to wait for your dream role (13:15) 

Favorite Quotes: 1. If you are laid off or you're in a company having layoffs and you want to do something different, you truly can use this as an opportunity to move forward in your career in life in a really positive way.  2. The power of understanding the art and science of authentic networking will mean that you have job security no matter what.  3. Protecting and preparing is critical to understanding that you have the power and the control to change the trajectory of your career and life. You aren't reliant on your company, your job, or waiting for somebody to see your value.  4. Layoffs can be the best thing that ever happens to you when you use it as an opportunity to truly get clarity and the right strategy to align your life and your career with what you truly want. 

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is. We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

For other programs and opportunities to work with Blake, go to www.BlakeSchofield.com

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If you’ve been feeling that it’s time for a change, then why not take the first micro step toward creating it?

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake reveals why it’s up to you to stop waiting for change to happen. With exclusive FREE resources she shares in today’s episode, taking the first step can be easier than you think.

In this episode, you’ll learn how continuing to experience misalignment in your career affects your personal life, disconnecting you from friends and family. She describes some of the feelings and emotions that you might be experiencing that are the key to understanding whether it’s time to make a change. She also shares access details to a FREE special video and worksheet if you’re ready to take the first step toward a happier, more fulfilling life.

“You often feel tired, not because you've done too much, but because you've done too little of what sparks a light in you.” –Alexander den Heiser

What You’ll Learn: • How feeling unhappy in your career can disconnect you from people (1:38)  • What you can do right now if you’re feeling like you need something to change (3:27)  • Why you shouldn’t wait to find a career that aligns with your gifts (4:46) 

Favorite Quotes: 1. I was searching for so many years to understand what would really make me happy. That entire process led to so many years of guilt, shame, and disconnect from people because I felt misunderstood. I felt judged. I didn't feel like my family or friends really understood what I was struggling with. –Blake  2. If I had understood what I was experiencing were truly signs and symptoms of misalignment, it could have saved me years of wasted time, energy, and emotional bandwidth. It would have given me the ability to understand more of my gifts, skills, and talents, and discover the best way to use them and align them in an environment where I truly can be me. –Blake  3. You often feel tired, not because you've done too much, but because you've done too little of what sparks a light in you. –Alexander den Heiser 

Additional Resources:

FREE video and worksheet to help you determine if it’s time for change: https://thebridgetofulfillment.com/time-for-change/

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is. We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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Are you living a life of impact?

We all go through the motions of life, but how often do most of us really stop to think about whether or not we’re living life to the fullest?

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake shares a very personal story about her friend, Zachary Good, a young and talented man who lived 31 short years, but who had a massive ripple effect on everyone he encountered.

In this episode, you’ll learn why some people often don’t lead lives of purpose, preventing them from creating the impact that they could during their lifetime. She shares a question you can start to ask yourself that will help bring you closer to living life like it matters. You’ll also hear the life lessons she learned from her friend, and an important reminder to always listen to your inner voice.

Sometimes, it’s the shortest encounters that have the biggest impact on our lives.

What You’ll Learn: • One question to ask yourself every day (1:46)  • The story of Zachary Good (4:23)  • Lessons from a life that made an impact (13:00)  • Why listening to your inner voice is so important (14:09)  • Showing compassion in difficult situations (15:06) 

Favorite Quotes: 1. What I think matters is living a life of meaning and impact. And at the end of the day, to be able to enjoy life with the least amount of regrets possible, to feel like you were here and truly loved and made the impact that you were here to make.   2. His journey had given people hope, had put them on the road to rehab, and had given them a level of compassion or joy that they hadn't had before. And I recognized and appreciated what the power of that really was.  3. Most people die, having never lived their life. Don’t be that person.  4. It only takes one decision, one positive decision to change your life. Always leave room for a miracle. 

Additional Resources:

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The traditional 9 to 5 might be the status quo, but it’s not a system that works for everyone. For creatives, it can feel misaligned with how you work best and company values can often conflict with your own.

Today on The Bridge to FulfillmentⓇ, Blake welcomes Kathleen to share her story. As a lifelong creative, the traditional 9-5 had her experiencing cycles of burnout within just a few months of a job. She had long felt like something was misaligned but was fearful of leaving due to financial security.

In this episode, you’ll hear why Kathleen finally decided to reach out and embrace career coaching, and how that decision drastically impacted her life in just a few calls. She shares how her natural gift for building relationships became clear when working with Blake, and how that realization opened up the floodgates of opportunity.

Career coaching helped Kathleen gain clarity, trust in herself, and live into her belief system. Gaining an understanding of how she worked best finally allowed her to remove the stress and friction that had been holding her back.

Wherever you’re at in your career journey, it is possible to find more fulfilling work without taking a pay cut or starting over ™.

What You’ll Learn: • How to open a new door when an old one closes (4:57)  • Why Kathleen pushed past her doubt and decided to reach out (9:43)  • What was different about the advice she received from Blake versus her friends and family (11:28)  • How she began to recognize her Secret sauce transferable skills™ (19:33)  • The moment Kathleen realized how profound her results really were through the program (26:07) 

Favorite Quotes: 1. I had seen some women that I thought were very powerful and inspirational. And at the time, I wasn't considering myself in that realm. I thought maybe I'm just this anomaly. It was fear that I wasn't the same as everybody else. -Kathleen  2. I wish I would have reached out a lot sooner because I was immediately put at ease. -Kathleen  3. Going back and reflecting on my past and the things we were learning in the program, I really started to see my value and have hope for the future. -Kathleen  4. I hear a lot from women, ‘Well, what if I don't have Secret sauce transferable skills ™?’ There's no way that you don't. Everyone does… but we can't see it for ourselves. -Blake  5. I realized I had clarity, but I did not know it was there. You helped me dig deeper and discover it by helping me realize that I was fighting too hard, and not making things simple enough, I realized I was going against my grain for so long that if I just may be relaxed and let things happen, things would come to fruition. -Kathleen 

Additional Resources:

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Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

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Before you hire a coach, it’s important to know how to hire the right coach.

It’s why I’ve confidently invested over $450,000 in coaching to date – because knowing what to do before hiring a coach is the key to making it a wise and life-changing investment.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment Ⓡ, Blake outlines the best method for finding and hiring the right coach. If you’ve been thinking it’s time to invest in career coaching, then this episode will help you make the right choice.

In this episode, you’ll learn what to do before you hire a coach and where to start your career coaching journey. She shares specific questions that any coach worth the investment should be able to answer for you from the start. You’ll also hear why women don’t invest as much in themselves as their male counterparts, and how that is reflected in the C-suite.

If you’re ready to take the right next step in your career™, then investing in yourself with the right career coach is the first step.

What You’ll Learn: • Investing in a sure thing versus the uncertainty of the stock market (1:06)  • Why women don’t tend to invest in themselves as much as men do (3:58)  • Where to start if you want to hire a coach (4:56)  • Setting yourself up for coaching success (6:31)  • Two questions to choose the best program for you (11:58) 

Favorite Quotes: 1. Investing in myself has not only blown open the doors of possibility for my life, it's allowed me to create a life I didn't even realize was possible. -Blake  2. Women have not been taught to invest in ourselves. We've been taught to invest in everyone else. -Blake  3. If you don't define it, you can't create it. Without clarity on what it is that you want, you're never going to be able to get it. -Blake  4. When you take the time to get clarity and ensure that the partnership is the right match, you can feel good that the investment that you're making in yourself will ultimately lead to great benefit to you, to those who care about you, and those that you influence. -Blake 

Additional Resources:

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Are you more perceptive of your environment and the people around you, tending to notice subtleties and details that other people miss?

And are you driven to achieve, not necessarily because you want to climb to the top of the ladder & make all the money, but because you have a deep yearning to constantly be better? To learn more? To grow?

If so, you might be what this week’s guest Melody Wilding calls a “Sensitive Striver®”.

Unfortunately, being someone who feels so deeply and is so sensitive to the world can often leave you feeling depleted if you don’t have self-protective mechanisms in place to keep you safe.

The good news? Sensitivity – the thing you likely have perceived as a weakness your entire life – can actually be YOUR GREATEST STRENGTH.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake welcomes Melody Wilding, the best-selling author of Trust Yourself: Stop Overthinking and Channel Your Emotions for Success at Work. Recently named one of Business Insider’s “Most Innovative Coaches” for her groundbreaking work on “Sensitive Strivers,” her clients include CEOs, C-level executives, and managers at top Fortune 500 companies such as Google, Amazon, and JP Morgan, among others.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to harness your sensitivity as a superpower, using your finely tuned emotions to achieve more success in the workplace. You’ll hear about the patterns that “sensitive strivers” tend to experience and why those experiences ultimately lead to breakdown moments.

Are you ready to learn how to allow your emotions to work for you?

Rather than accepting things that don’t feel good, your emotions can help guide you toward a future that’s better aligned with your values.

What You’ll Learn:

The familiar emotional patterns of career women trying to do it all (2:51)
Recognizing the power you have to create change (8:56)
What it means to be a “Sensitive Striver” (12:45)
What to do if early conditioning is negatively impacting your career (18:33)
Harnessing emotion as your superpower (24:58)

Favorite Quotes:

I still am constantly working on trying to relax trying to enjoy my downtime, just because I've been so conditioned that that is not okay that I'm not doing enough. And it's been a lot of unlearning to realize that that is exactly what I need to do to take care of myself. –Melody Wilding
I think it's a really important thing for people to understand is that very few things in your life are unchangeable. –Blake
As strivers or high achievers, we struggle to give ourselves grace, and it's the very thing that will enable us to be even more successful. –Blake
Resentment is a very strong emotional signal that you have overextended yourself. You have agreed to something that is no longer aligned with your values or your energy. –Melody Wilding
Sensitivity, when leveraged, can be your biggest superpower. –Melody Wilding

Additional Resources:

Connect with Melody: Website: melodywilding.comFree chapter from her book, Trust Yourself: Stop Overthinking and Channel Your Emotions for Success at Work: https://melodywilding.com/chapter

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How often do you stop and take a moment to appreciate what you have?

When life feels challenging or our work circumstances are less than perfect, we have a tendency to focus on what’s missing. But when you flip your focus and hone in on what you do have, then you can instantly shift how you feel.

And that shift toward abundance has the power to alter what you invite into your life.

Gratitude will help you attract more of what you want because it allows you to believe you deserve it.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment®, Blake reveals why expressing gratitude and cultivating a daily gratitude practice is such a powerful tool for change. Gratitude is the simple act of focusing on what you have rather than what’s lacking in your life. This powerful tool is the simplest, quickest route to changing how you feel.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to stop focusing on the negative aspects of your life and work through a daily gratitude practice. Feeling grateful for what you have helps attract more of what you want by simply shifting your focus away from the negative.

Challenging yourself to wake up every day and remind yourself of what’s good can literally change your life.

What You’ll Learn: • Why the holidays can feel overwhelming (0:50)  • How focusing on the negative affects your outcome (2:06)  • A gratitude challenge that will shift your thoughts toward abundance (5:25)  • When gratitude shows up in unexpected places (7:08)  • How to feel gratitude instantly (8:18) 

Favorite Quotes: 1. By focusing on gratitude, you can take someone who is depressed, unhappy and ungrateful and turn them into somebody who has gratitude and a positive approach to life.  2. When we talk about lack or the things we wish we had, we actually create more lack.  3. If we don't stop and appreciate things, are we even really enjoying the fruits of our labor?  4. A life of abundance and fulfillment has to be centered in a life of gratitude. 

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is. We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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Do you feel overwhelmed in the face of change, unsure how to make the first step?

Most people believe that a fulfilling career and work-life balance require massive shifts and changes to achieve…

But that couldn’t be further from the truth.

Fulfillment is about creating a life with intention…and that doesn’t always require huge shifts at all.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment®, Blake welcomes Kari to share her story. Feeling overwhelmed but not knowing what she wanted or what the right next step was, she decided to give herself grace through the wisdom of support. Her story helps dispel the myth that better balance and more fulfillment require huge shifts.

In this episode, you’ll learn how a series of small shifts created a HUGE impact in Kari’s life and career. You’ll hear about the steps she took to create the changes she desired, and why gaining clarity made such a big difference. She shares what surprised her about the process, and the bigger-than-expected effect the program had on her life as a whole, from her career to her relationships with her husband and children.

Listen to Kari’s incredible story that showcases how you can create incredibly positive shifts in your life without having to start over or change companies…

What You’ll Learn: • Why Kari decided she was ready for career coaching (4:29)  • What surprised her about the overall program and the impact it had on her life (5:56)  • How a shift in perspecitve helped her move into a new, more satisfying role (12:05)  • Why developing clarity plays such an important role in the process (15:29)  • How life coaching has positively affected her personal life and relationships (20:19)  • An important ah-ha moment Kari had about change (25:13) 

Favorite Quotes: 1. When I committed to this, it was like I'm doing it! I'm going to carve out the time, I'm going to have somebody that I can lean on. I can have other women to learn from, I can have a plan, I can have someone to keep me accountable. And I felt like I really needed that support system to do it. –Kari  2. When I came in, I was like, this was all about career. But what it's unlocked for me is far more than that. –Kari  3. Many women are unfulfilled because their life is hectic and crazy. They either think I can't progress up my career because I'm not willing to sacrifice or I just need to find a job where I have better balance. But a lot of times, both of those things actually aren't true. –Blake  4. When you get to this crossroads in your life and your career, you want to be looking at developing lifelong skills. Not just putting a bandaid on your problem, but lifelong skills that you can benefit from and continue to move forward. –Blake 

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is. We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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With the holiday season in high gear, do you feel like you’re being pulled in 100 different directions?

At the center of all of your roles and responsibilities, there’s a person. Someone who dreams of having more space to just “be.” But, with so many things crowding your to-do list every day, it’s hard to find the space to breathe.

What if you could find more ease and feel more present in every moment of your life? What if there was a way to relieve yourself of all of that stress? What if you could tap into that passion and excitement you once had?

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake welcomes Renee Metty, a co-contributor of the Ascend Community, a community for purpose-driven, high-achieving men and women looking to reduce stress and achieve goals with more ease and consistency. You can join us in the Ascend Community here: bit.ly/joinascendcommunity

Renee is also the founder of The Cove School, a mindfulness-based preschool and With Pause, a support network for leaders, educators, and parents, she’s spent over a decade helping people bridge gaps with ease. She expertly combines her entrepreneurial, educational, and corporate backgrounds with her formal training in mindfulness, body language, and emotional intelligence to help others architect successful futures.

In this episode, you’ll learn to dispel the misconception you might have about mindfulness and learn what it really is – and how it can help you reach your greatest potential. You’ll gain the tools to help you feel calmer and learn a few simple mindfulness exercises you can practice whenever you need grounding. And if this is the type of content that resonates, join us in the Ascend Community for more here: bit.ly/joinascendcommunity

A New Year is coming…

If you want to reduce stress and friction in your life, achieve your goals with more ease, and cultivate greater peace of mind, then this episode is for you!

What You’ll Learn: • Renee’s bigger picture purpose (7:46)  • What we think “mindfulness” is versus what it really means (11:24)  • The misconception we have about multitasking (14:27)  • How The Ascend Community was born and how it works (18:46)  • The biggest lesson Blake learned this year (24:10)  • How to center yourself right now (27:19) 

Favorite Quotes: 1. What I realized is that I create space for people to gather and love that's inviting restoring and healing. And so whenever people ask me what I do, we, you know, I think most of us tend to say our role or what's like the job we're doing, but the bigger picture is, I am able to create space for people to allow them to unfold their journey. -Renee Metty  2. Often we don't realize the very people that are in our lives might be the people that completely change them. -Blake  3. Exponential growth can't be planned for, it's not ever what you expect it to be. And if you try to engineer it, it's like sand slipping through your fingers. -Blake  4. I've come to find that mindfulness is simply put, just awareness. It is bringing awareness to your moment-to-moment experience. It's just paying attention in a very different way. -Renee Metty  5. We're surrounded by people who are challenging us and showing us a better way, helping us find our way to create more extraordinary things in our lives and to actually reach our potential. -Blake 

Additional Resources:

Learn more about what Renee does here: www.withpause.com

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What goes through your mind when you’re sizing up someone’s long-term potential on a date?

You probably want to know whether or not you want the same things, share similar values, and perspectives on the world. If those things don’t match up, then you’re likely not going to pursue the relationship. After all, dating is a two-way street – you’re not just looking to impress the other person. You’re trying to determine whether they have long-term potential.

If we applied the same level of screening we naturally reserve for dating to another significant area of our lives, it could save us from a lot of stress and disappointment.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake reveals the critical mistake we make when sitting through a job interview. Rather than viewing it as a long-term partnership based on mutual values and respect, we’re too focused on making a good impression. And that can often end up in compromises that won’t satisfy either party in the long run.

In this episode, you’ll learn how shifting your perspective when it comes to the interview process could help you recognize the red flags and know when to walk away. Viewing a potential job opportunity through the lens of a first date will help you understand whether or not your skillset is truly being valued. You’ll also learn how career coaching inverts the problem, helping you to see the entire interview process differently to yield better long-term results.

What You’ll Learn:
• What we’re forgetting about the job search process (1:06) 
• Why you should walk away if someone isn’t willing to give you what you know you’re worth (2:18) 
• How to view your job search more like a dating experience (4:06) 
• Risks to be aware of when you’re looking for a new role (5:25) 

Favorite Quotes:
1. Somewhere along the line, we thought that the job search was about impressing the company. We never actually realized that this is a two way street. 
2. A person willing to take advantage of you and pay you the least amount of money possible will never be a great person to work for. You'll always be fighting to be seen and valued. 
3. Just like dating, if you aren't treated well in your job from the beginning, you can guarantee it will get worse - not better.  
4. We have to know and love ourselves in order to stand in our value, properly communicate it, and know when to walk away because we deserve better. 

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.
We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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Are you waiting for the RIGHT moment to make a change?

When you start to think about how many “right” moments you’ve experienced in your life, you might begin to realize that perfect timing doesn’t exist.

The longer you wait for “perfect”, the longer you’re putting off creating the life you actually want.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment podcast, Blake shares a powerful shift you can make right now that will bring you the changes you seek sooner than you believed possible.

In this episode, you’ll learn why leaning in to change, even in periods of chaos, is actually the key to success. You’ll understand why perfect timing is an illusion, and that making changes and accomplishing achievements in ALL circumstances can actually happen at any time.

Stop believing that the only way you can be successful is by waiting for the right circumstances.

The perfect time to create the changes you want in your life is NOW.

What You’ll Learn:
• One shift that will help you start achieving your goals sooner (1:38) 
• Why there’s no such thing as perfect timing (2:35) 
• Taking action now and learning to expect the unexpected (3:33) 
• What happens when you stop expecting life to be perfect (6:28) 
• Removing the friction of excuses and imperfect circumstances (8:04) 

Favorite Quotes:
1. If you can begin to understand the way you're looking at life, and you can begin to understand the patterns that are truly keeping you stuck from living the life you want, then you can take power to change them. 
2. With any two or three-month period of time, we will have some form of chaos brought into our lives. Whether it is sickness or death, an unexpected project, or a trip, or a health incident, we cannot control those things. But we can control how we react to them. 
3. In order to create the lives we want. We have to be willing to take action even when it's not perfect. 
4. Learning how to continue to make progress, despite whatever's going on, is the key to success. 
5. When you learn how to dance in the rain, you remove so much friction from your life. You stop looking at the excuses and the circumstances and you start getting really clear that everything depends on you. 

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.
We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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Do you always have a plan for everything?

For type-A personalities, planning might give you a sense of control and comfort. But life doesn’t always happen according to plan.

Predicting the future is impossible, so applying regimented plans to a future that is unknown might actually be holding you back.

In fact, when you loosen the reigns and stop trying to control exactly how things should go, you might just find something better.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake reveals why planning can sometimes prevent you from actually achieving your goals. By focusing on what you expect things to look like, you might be missing the golden opportunities that are right in front of you.

In this episode, you’ll learn why planning doesn’t always get you where you want to go, and how it could actually be hindering your progress. You’ll hear how career coaching can help you let go of the things you can’t control and clear the path toward finding the changes you seek. By choosing a different path than the one you’ve always traveled, new opportunities will open up.

Sometimes, you just need another perspective in order to recognize the gold at your feet.

What You’ll Learn:
• The impossibility of predicting your future (1:41) 
• Why the need for control can hinder your desire for change (3:23) 
• When it makes sense to plan versus when it doesn’t (6:13) 
• How you can start to challenge your assumptions (7:13) 

Favorite Quotes:
1. If you are a type A planner, pride yourself on being responsible, making sure you consider all the angles before you take action, then you are likely stunting your ability to truly create the results, impact, and life that you want. 
2. We can't know what's possible for us until we expand our perspective. 
3. Whether you want to achieve a new goal, create change in your life, or just reach your highest potential, it starts by letting go of your attachment to the outcome. 
4. As long as you're taking steps forward toward the goal that you want, how it comes to fruition doesn't really matter. 

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.
We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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Do you ever feel like you don’t fit in at work?

When you feel like one person at home, another with your friends, and yet another version of yourself when you’re at work, that could be a sign that your life and career aren’t in alignment.

Alignment feels like you’re among “your people.” You feel joyful and inspired like your creativity knows no bounds. Misalignment, on the other hand, can feel isolating.

Often, we allow limiting beliefs that we’ve carried throughout our lives to dictate how we see ourselves.

But, what if you were given the tools to change those limiting beliefs?

What if those unique traits you hide were the key to helping you find the kind of career that makes you feel alive…as though you were winning at life?

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake welcomes Lindsey to the show. She shares how the program helped her detach from limiting beliefs about her ability to communicate and lean into her unique secret sauce transferable skills. Her communication style and creativity have since become her driving force, connecting her to people who inspire joy and spark curiosity in her work life.

In this episode, you’ll learn how Lindsey uncovered her secret sauce transferable skills, and how those skills have taught her how to win in life. After decades of feeling like she didn’t fit the corporate mold, she's now been able to find a role that allows her to be herself at work. That ability to be authentic has been a game-changer in her quest to find alignment in her life and career.

What You’ll Learn:
• How Blake helped her realize why she was misaligned in her career (7:51) 
• Why being able to share your authentic self in the workplace matters (10:40) 
• The limiting beliefs that she finally learned to let go of (14:00) 
• What Lindsey learned about herself that helped reshape her career and find alignment (20:56) 
• What you should know about the things that come easy to you (32:00) 

Favorite Quotes:
1. In the career space, I've always felt like I was judged and I just never fit in. I just felt like I was always falling short. –Lindsey 
2. When you're not getting the results that you want, it feels hard, and you feel like you have to hustle to create something, that's usually a sign of misalignment. –Blake 
3. Companies are like people. They have different personalities and they have different cultures. And if you find yourself constantly feeling like you have to put on a mask or struggling or feeling like you can't show up and be who you really are, those are signs of misalignment. –Blake 
4. The ability to triumph over that big limiting belief that I couldn't communicate, that led to personal development that lifted so much in me. –Lindsey 
5. Success and being a work in progress are not mutually exclusive. –Lindsey 

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.
We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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What if the path to creating the life you want was easy?

We fill our plates with so much work and so many responsibilities that we rarely take the time to ask ourselves if “more” is actually getting us closer to our goals.

Why can't you start creating the life you want now?

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake reveals why the pursuit of “more” is often taking you further from the life you really want. She shares a simple shortcut that will help you achieve anything you want in life now.

In this episode, you’ll learn why you’re hardwired to want “more”, and why that contributes to making you feel like you can’t have what you want today. You’ll discover how to make clear decisions with less effort and lower risk, while also giving yourself more options in the process.

There is a shortcut you can choose to take today if you’re ready to live the life you want.

Don’t wait for some mysterious day in the future to arrive…

It’s time to stop chasing more & get closer to the life you actually want NOW.

What You’ll Learn:
• Why we’re always wanting “more”. (1:31) 
• The consequences of living a life without clarity (4:50) 
• When the solution to the problem is hiding in plain sight (7:10) 
• The shortcut to getting the life that you really want (10:00) 

Favorite Quotes:
1. We overburden ourselves because we've chased too many things. We have so many commitments and priorities and we have so little time and space to really enjoy the life that we want. 
2. What if it was easy? The next time you are faced with the challenge, just ask yourself this. And then seek the path with the least effort, least risk and most options. 
3. Everything we say “yes” to is a “no” we have to say to something else. 
4. The fastest way to get to what you want is to be able to fall in love with the process. 

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.
We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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Struggling to feel confident is something most of us (if not all) can relate to.

Why do we all seem to have such a hard time with confidence?

Because far too many of us believe that confidence is something you either have or don't, as though it’s a fixed character trait.

The truth? Confidence is a skill.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake welcomes Nicole Kalil, an in-demand speaker, leadership strategist, respected coach, and host of the “This Is Woman’s Work” Podcast. She has a passion for eliminating gender expectations by redefining “Woman’s Work” and helping women build confidence while providing actionable tools to develop the skill of confidence building.

In this episode, you’ll hear about the “confidence con,” the lie we’ve been told about confidence, and how you can start to dismantle it. You’ll uncover the true definition of confidence and start to recognize how it has been shaped by the masculine-forged business environment. You’ll also hear about the 5 Confidence Builders, actionable ways that can help you develop it as a skill and walk the path toward greater self-awareness.

“Real confidence is something that permeates all aspects of your life and doesn't just live in one place.”

If you’re ready to start building your confidence skills and gain a deeper understanding of who you truly are, then this episode is for you.

What You’ll Learn:
• The moment she realized she was living a lie (6:12) 
• How the armor women wear to exist in the business world undermines us (10:55) 
• The problem with allowing your work achievements to define who you are (17:10) 
• The formula for building confidence and understanding how it affects the rest of your life (20:08) 
• The 5 confidence builders and how to use them (22:30) 
• Defining confidence and understanding how it relates to self-awareness (28:17) 

Favorite Quotes:
1. There's a lot of advice about how to build confidence that’s very surface-level and doesn't actually last. But, if you can understand how to build confidence from a deep understanding of who you are, it's a complete and utter game-changer. –Blake 
2. The way that it looked on the outside was not how it felt on the inside. I was lonely. I was spending all weekend waiting for a Monday morning to come so I could have purpose again. –Nicole Kalil 
3. A lot of the things that stop us from being our authentic selves stop us from being the vulnerable leaders that actually inspire people. -Blake 
4. Real confidence is something that permeates all aspects of your life and doesn't just live in one place. –Nicole Kalil 
5. It's great to achieve. It's wonderful to get complimented. It's great when somebody comes along and validates your work. But all those things should be icing on the confidence cake, not the cake itself. –Nicole Kalil 

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.
We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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What’s really standing in the way of what you want in life?

Life presents us with unique barriers that can prevent us from reaching our goals. But what’s really holding you back might actually be different than what you think it is.

It’s not always easy to recognize our own blind spots.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake explains why understanding the barriers in your life often requires a team effort. Another pair of eyes and ears offer a fresh perspective that’s not limited by the barriers of your beliefs and experiences.

In this episode, you’ll learn how career coaching helps you to identify the real barriers that are standing in your way. You’ll understand the telltale signs of a life of misalignment and why continuing to live in that disjointed space holds you back from achieving what you want in life.

When you’re open to collaborating instead of trying to solve everything on your own, life can be easier and you can accomplish things with more joy, ease, and alignment.

What You’ll Learn:
• How to work through your blind spots so you can actually level up (1:17) 
• What misalignment looks and feels like (3:22) 
• The consequences of allowing fear to stay in the driver's seat (5:50) 
• What it looks like to be in alignment (6:08) 
• “Cleaning the windshield” of your limiting beliefs (8:07) 

Favorite Quotes:
1. We all have hidden barriers. We have blind spots because we cannot see the label from inside the bottle. 
2. You don't have to carry those burdens and those old wounds. Life can be easier and you can accomplish things with more joy, ease, and alignment when you’re open to collaborating instead of trying to solve it on your own. 
3. When we're leading lives that are misaligned, it's very easy to see all the things we wish we didn't have. But you're not really clear or focused on the things you do. 
4. At the end of the day, everything comes down to managing energy. Where are you putting your energy?  

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.
We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.
Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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What’s really standing in the way of what you want in life?

Life presents us with unique barriers that can prevent us from reaching our goals. But what’s really holding you back might actually be different than what you think it is.

It’s not always easy to recognize our own blind spots.

When you’re open to collaborating instead of trying to solve everything on your own, life can be easier and you can accomplish things with more joy, ease, and alignment.

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.
We can help you do just that.

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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Do you constantly feel like you’re trying to fit a square peg into a round hole?

Trying to make something fit when it just doesn’t is a clear sign that you’re not being true to yourself.

Simply changing jobs will only prolong your suffering.

For real change, you need the guidance of a professional career coach who can help you get to the root of what’s making you unhappy so you can move into a job or career that will fulfill you LONG term.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake welcomes Stephanie to share her story. After being laid off from her job, she knew she wanted to use that time to find work that felt more true to herself. Her 25 years in HR helped her recognize that she wasn’t going to find the change she needed on her own.

In this episode, you’ll learn how the career coaching process empowered her to think outside of the box and explore possibilities and opportunities that she never would have considered before. You’ll hear how the program taught her how to understand her true value, and gave her the confidence to effortlessly ask for what she was worth. Having finally landed the VP role she’s always dreamt of, she’s become a trailblazer in her new company and a mentor and inspiration to other women.

If you’re thinking that something in your life needs to change, then take Stephanie’s advice and…

“Trust your gut. If your gut is leading you to this program, then trust it and do it. You won’t regret it.”

What You’ll Learn:
• How Stephanie turned a layoff into a life-changing opportunity (2:48) 
• Leaning into your interests to learn more about what you want from a job (9:11) 
• Why waiting to get help just prolongs the pain you’re experiencing now (14:38) 
• The negotiation advice that shifted her mindset and got her what she was worth (19:11) 
• How partnering with a career coach landed her a job she might have passed on otherwise (25:39) 
• The importance of hearing stories from other women in the program (32:32) 

Favorite Quotes:
1. “I feel like I needed something. I didn't know what that something was, but I think I knew deep down that I needed some help. And I wasn't going to be able to get where I wanted to go on my own.” –Stephanie 
2. “Sometimes you just have to take the plunge and realize it's not a spend. It's an investment.” –Stephanie 
3. “We think that taking the next job is going to be the faster path, but it never is. Taking the job you don't want, that you're going to be undervalued in, it’s never the faster path.” –Blake 
4. “Trust your gut, if your gut is leading you to this program, then trust it and do it. Because I can't imagine it not helping anyone.” –Stephanie 

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.
We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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Do you constantly feel like you’re trying to fit a square peg into a round hole?

Trying to make something fit when it just doesn’t is a clear sign that you’re not being true to yourself.

Simply changing jobs will only prolong your suffering.

If you’re thinking that something in your life needs to change, then take Stephanie’s advice and…

“Trust your gut. If your gut is leading you to this program, then trust it and do it. You won’t regret it.”

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.
We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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The image of success we’ve been taught to believe in can feel very cookie-cutter.

But the truth is that there is more than one version of success.

It’s no wonder we see so many people who look like they have it all from the outside, but feel lost and unhappy on the inside. What defines success for one person doesn’t always determine it for someone else.

Is your version of success really your own?

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake challenges you to look at what you’ve been taught about success. If you have what looks like success on paper, but you’re still unhappy, then it’s time to rethink whose definition of success you’ve actually been following.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to let go of definitions of success that don’t align with your own version of fulfillment. You’ll hear how to release yourself from the “shoulds”, and learn how to identify what success looks and feels like to you. You’ll learn how career coaching can help you challenge your beliefs and unlock your greatest, unseen assets.

What You’ll Learn:
• How to challenge your beliefs with an “open loop” (1:29) 
• Getting unstuck from the “shoulds” in your life (2:56) 
• Why you deserve the changes you want to make (4:05) 
• The real reason why having it all still doesn’t feel like success (6:12) 
• How outdated advice can hold you back from tapping into your greatest gift (7:15) 

Favorite Quotes:
1. An open loop is a beautiful thing because it enables us to start to see the world a little bit differently, leaving space open for the unexpected.  
2. There's something really broken in society when we believe that we don't deserve to create change. 
3. The belief systems we form tell us that there's only one way to do things, but that’s the handcuffs that keep us hustling, grinding, and frustrated. 
4. What have you been taught about how success has to look, and what about that is keeping you stuck?  

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.
We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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The image of success we’ve been taught to believe in can feel very cookie-cutter.

But the truth is that there is more than one version of success.

Is your version of success really your own?

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.
We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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How fulfilled are you right now on a scale of 1 to 10?

If you answered lower than an 8, then you’ve probably already been actively searching for something new.

But with the average search for a new job taking 12 months, often with a pay cut of anywhere from $20,000 to $60,000, it’s clear that something about the “traditional” method isn’t working.

In fact, this depressing scenario is completely avoidable.

There is a better way to find work that will bring you more fulfillment and financial gain.

You just have to know how and where to look for it.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake answers the most common questions you’re probably asking yourself as you begin your search. She unravels the mystery as to why the typical job search method isn’t really working for you, and how you can avoid compromising financially or giving up on what makes you happy.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to avoid the most common job search mistakes as you look for more fulfilling work. You’ll learn how to dig deeper and understand the root causes of your unhappiness, allowing you to get clear about exactly what it is that you’re looking for.

If you’re ready to transition into work that is more fulfilling while having the balance that you want and maximizing your income, then this episode is for you.

What You’ll Learn:
• Common questions that come up when you’re looking for a career change (0:39) 
• Why so many of the solutions you find aren’t creating the change you need (1:41) 
• The biggest mistake people make when they look for a new job (2:31) 
• Unlocking your fulfillment framework (6:43) 
• Why it’s so challenging to find clarity on your own (11:19) 

Favorite Quotes:
1. There are so many resources out there that are talking about how to land the next job. But the problem is a lot of it is very cookie cutter. It really isn't there to solve the root cause of why you want to make a change, it's just helping you move from one place to another. 
2. We overestimate the level of clarity we have. But it’s nowhere near enough to be successful in our job search and ultimately fix the root cause. 
3. The best place to start your job search is actually with you, it doesn't start with the tactics.  
4. Being able to get impartial expert advice from somebody who can help you see the path, with a proven process to be able to help get you there, is the key to being able to find fulfillment. 

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.
We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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Do you often feel like collapsing at the end of the day?

When we think about rest, we often think of it as something to aspire to or wait for. Vacations, weekend stay-cations, and the occasional facial or massage are all things we do to try and rebalance our depleted energy.

But the hard truth is that the most common solutions to our overburdened lives just don’t work.

What you actually need is to understand the specific types of rest you’re lacking. Only then can you RESTORE your energy in ways that truly contribute to balance and overall fulfillment.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake welcomes Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith, a board-certified internal medicine physician with over 20 years of experience. Her personal journey with burnout inspired her to want to help organizations overcome employee burnout and leadership overwhelm. As the founding physician and CEO of Restorasis, she leads in the creation of healthier workplace cultures where innovation and performance can thrive.

In this episode, you’ll learn about the seven different types of rest and how to identify where you’re feeling depleted so you can target the specific type of sacred rest you need. You’ll understand the root causes of why you’re feeling so tired all of the time, and why the burnout solutions we usually turn to aren’t working.

Your biggest challenge might be the gateway to your biggest blessing. You have created your life, which means you also have the power to change it.

What You’ll Learn:
• What burnout feels like (4:08) 
• Why so many of the “solutions” to burnout don’t really work (7:59) 
• Understanding the 7 Types of Rest (14:40) 
• The most common rest deficits people are currently experiencing (22:56) 
• How companies can help employees find better work-life balance (25:15) 

Favorite Quotes:
1. “I really had to make a conscious decision about what I wanted my life to look like. I had these very hard-set goals, I want to be a physician, I want to be a mom. And what happens when you get all those things you've been asking for and you're not happy, you're not satisfied, you don't have any space or room in your life to even enjoy them?” –Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith  
2. “There has to be a system in place for restoring the energy that we expend.” –Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith 
3. “The more rested people are, the more productive they are, the higher quality work they produce, and the happier they are.” –Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith 
4. “The old mentality about hustling and grinding actually leads to worse results. Employees that are focused, clear on priorities, and have time for balance produce better results.” –Blake 

Which of the 7 types of rest are YOU most in need of? Find out at www.RestQuiz.com

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.
We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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Do you feel like you’ve fallen into the quicksand of busyness? Would you love to find time in your day to be more present and do the things you enjoy, but the gravity of your never ending task list keeps pulling you down?

If you feel like you don't have the time, energy, or space to relax or do things you want in your life, you're probably living in constant fight or flight mode.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake shares why we get sucked into so many to-do’s, and how that perpetual level of stress can negatively affect your health and your quality of life. She explains how career coaching can help you see things from a different vantage point, identifying stressors that you might not be able to see from where you’re sitting.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to start identifying the biggest stressors in your life and how you can detach from patterns and habits that aren’t serving you. You’ll also hear the right questions to ask yourself in order to tap into productivity hacks, helping you find more time and space in your day.

The journey to creating space in your life isn't something that will happen immediately. It takes reflection and intention, but it might be the most valuable work you can do in your life.

What You’ll Learn:

Why we struggle to find the space we need in our day-to-day lives (1:16)
The reason we repeat patterns that aren’t allowing us to thrive (2:36)
Looking at your daily patterns to determine if you’re existing in fight or flight mode (5:15)
Identifying your biggest stressors (6:41)
4 questions to better understand the scope of your stress (9:30)

Favorite Quotes:

“This idea of having space, being more present, and having more time in your day-to-day is something that we all strive for. Yet, it's something we continue as a society to struggle with all of the time.”
“We find ourselves in patterns that feel perfectly normal to us, but we don't even realize how high our stress levels are or the patterns that are stopping us from creating what we want.”
“It’s super easy to blame our circumstances. But the reality is we actually have far more control of our circumstances than we think we do.”
“We can't expect people to set boundaries or habits for us, we have to learn to advocate for what we want.”

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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Does it feel like you’ve tried everything to change your career situation, but nothing is yielding the results you’re hoping to see?

Has the fear that maybe nothing else will work crept into your mind?

If you’re trying to find the answers on your own, the truth is that you may never actually see the changes you’re hoping for.

It takes someone who’s been exactly where you are, someone who has experienced real transformation, in order to really understand the changes that need to happen. This is why career coaching with a mentor by your side yields real results.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake welcomes Kaytee to the show. Her decision to invest in herself has transformed her confidence and given her clarity about what’s important in her life, helping her align her values with her career choices.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to overcome the hurdles that might be preventing you from investing in yourself and your career. For Kaytee, overcoming her fears and finally taking the leap connected her with a mentor who really understood her unique gifts. Looking back now, she says it has turned out to be the best decision she could have made. She shares how breaking down the steps of the transition process was confidence boosting and fueled the momentum for change.

If you’re curious about how career coaching for women can help you, then this episode will answer your questions and help you push past your fears.

You don’t have to keep struggling and hoping for change. There are people who have been where you are and they are proof positive that the change you seek is possible.

What You’ll Learn:

Continuing to question your career all the way up the ladder (2:52)
The underlying message behind your job dissatisfaction (5:58)
What Kaytee has learned about change since starting the program (10:12)
How she regained confidence and let go of her fear of change (17:48)
Learning how to confidently build and leverage your network (25:57)

Favorite Quotes:

I've never done anything really selfishly, truly for my well-being. I'm really investing in the time, investing in it financially. And, it's turned out to be one of the greatest things that I've done for myself in a really long time. -Kaytee
Nothing's wrong with you, and you're not broken. These feelings are signs and symptoms that your life is misaligned with your values or your natural way of working. And it's actually a call to level up in your life. -Blake
Almost every time I've had a huge transformation, it was because of a mentor. I sought their advice and their guidance, and they encouraged me to do something I wouldn't have done on my own and that encouragement then led to amazing benefits. -Blake
I think a lot of women don't think that you can have it all, whether they deserve it, whether it's possible, whether it's selfish, or whether you're going to take away from your family. Whatever those fears are, I really wish I would have known that having both is possible. -Kaytee
Every day, we are acting against our value system going to jobs where we feel like we have to sacrifice things we don't want to sacrifice.-Blake

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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Do you have a LinkedIn profile but don’t feel comfortable putting yourself “out there”?

Up to 75% of available jobs are never even posted online, and around 80% are landed through networking.

Social media has enabled us to vastly expand our career opportunities, so shying away from the most effective online resource isn’t doing you, or your future, any favors.

Knowing how to optimize your social media presence and make your LinkedIn profile attractive to recruiters has never been more important.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake welcomes Sandra Clark, a LinkedIn trainer and career coach specializing in helping busy professionals create powerful LinkedIn profiles and get results.

Combining her communications, social media, and educational background, Sandra has reinvented herself through numerous careers including Director of Communications at UCSC Extension in Silicon Valley. It has led her to a successful individualized coaching business that focuses on helping clients become social media confident and build an effective LinkedIn presence.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to build your confidence and increase your chances of career success by optimizing your LinkedIn profile. You’ll learn the most effective LinkedIn hacks, the best keywords to use, and the most appealing way to create your profile so that potential employers can find you and reach out with ease.

If uncertainty about how to market yourself and your skills on LinkedIn has you feeling hesitant or reluctant, then it’s time to take charge of your online presence.

What You’ll Learn:

Finding opportunity in unexpected career changes (5:20)
The many reasons for staying active on LinkedIn (10:50)
Best practices for setting up your LinkedIn profile (16:06)
Utilizing the right keywords to make your profile stand out (23:16)
How the job search has changed and why networking through LinkedIn is so useful (29:50)

Favorite Quotes:

“A thought peaked out the window of what it would look like to work somewhere else during those 25 years, but I always sort of scurried back into safety. Because I knew I had the benefits for my family. My husband was a small business owner, so I didn't feel that I could take risks. I had always been too fearful to try.” –Sandra
“They pushed me out of this comfortable nest, and who knew, but I learned I could fly.” –Sandra
“We spend the vast majority of our life working, and I see a lot of people with ‘comfortable paychecks,’ but they're really unhappy. They're stuck. And I want them to know that there's so much more out there when you enable yourself to take that step into something new.” –Blake
“We have to realize that somebody has three seconds or six seconds to look at your resume or your profile. And it's like garbage in garbage out. It needs to be impactful and unique” –Sandra
“Taking the step forward is really important. And then as you start to gain confidence in it, what you begin to realize is this gives me more control over my life.” –Blake

Connect with Sandra Clark:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandraaclark/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Linkedinmentoring

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LinkedInMentoring/

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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Are you simply going through the motions at work, not really feeling like it’s where you want to be, but afraid to step into something new?

It’s common to stick to what’s comfortable rather than risk the unknown, but what we often don’t realize is that the longer we stay in jobs and careers that make us unhappy…the MORE risk we put ourselves in.

Layoffs, unemployment, and emotional breakdowns are just a few of the risks of inaction.

The good news? You don’t have to wait until you have a breakdown moment to make a change.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake explains why waiting until you hit the breakdown moment is actually putting your job and your wellbeing at risk.

It’s time to ask yourself: Are you moving with the direction of change, or are you fighting against it?

In this episode, you’ll learn how to identify the 5 key signs that your job is at risk. You’ll recognize the physical and emotional symptoms you might be experiencing that are hinting there’s a misalignment between your job and your values. You’ll also understand why you fear change and how you can overcome that fear and find a better career fit and a happier, more fulfilling, life.

What You’ll Learn:

How to know if you’ve hit your breakdown moment (1:14)
The 5 key workplace signs that your job is at risk (1:56)
Personal signs that you’re in the wrong job (2:38)
How fear of change holds you back from finding more fulfilling work (5:24)

Favorite Quotes:

The reality is that things are always changing. The question becomes, are you moving with the direction of change, or are you fighting it?
We don't often realize how bad things are until we're right in the middle of a breakdown.
We stay where we're at because we fear the unknown. But the unknown is just opportunity waiting to be discovered.
Change doesn't have to be a leap or risky. It can be strategic, planful, intentional. It can be the catalyst to getting everything you want, and maybe even more.

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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Do you feel disappointed when you look at where you are in your life and career, feeling like you haven’t achieved what you set out to accomplish?

When you’re told how to achieve your goals and find success in life, there’s a common pattern of advice you’ll hear:

“Work hard.”

“Prioritize your future.”

“Success doesn’t come easily.”

But the truth is that much of what we've been told is actually not how the most prolific achievers have found success.

The way we’ve been taught to achieve our goals and find success is wildly flawed.

The formula is inaccurate and full of myths that are never really going to help you get what you want. Understanding the most common mistakes people make, unlearning what you’ve been taught, and trying a different approach is the only way to achieve your goals faster.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake reveals the most common mistakes people make on the path to success. If you’re ready to achieve your goals faster and with more ease, then unraveling what you think you know is the first step.

With this knowledge, you might actually even find a better outcome than the one you have envisioned.

In this episode, you’ll learn the most common mistakes you’re probably making, and why the lessons we’ve been taught about achieving our goals are wrong. You’ll hear about the pitfalls of over-planning your future and why black & white thinking could be holding you back.

Achieving your goals doesn't have to feel like a battle of willpower. You just need a different approach.

What You’ll Learn:

When what we’ve been taught about success proves to be wrong (1:29)
The biggest mistakes people make when trying to achieve their goals (4:06)
How black & white thinking holds us back (7:30)
The real key to achieving your goals (11:04)
Recognizing the mistakes you’re making (12:10)

Favorite Quotes:

Achieving what you want doesn't have to be hard. In fact, it might actually be fun and easy.
Achieving your goals doesn't have to feel like a battle of willpower or like a thing you have to push uphill.
You can only build from what you know today. And that doesn't allow you to incorporate new information or new data in order to find a more efficient path forward.
Most of us aren't really looking at the factual truth of where we are and what's going on. We are hoping for something and then we start building off of what we hope for instead of building off where we are today.

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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Do you often feel like you’re just going through the motions of life?

You go to work, make a good income, and take the occasional vacation…but somehow, life just doesn’t make you feel as excited or energized as it should.

Changing your perspective about what’s possible starts with a single step.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake welcomes Emily to share her success story. As an accounting professional and a mother to two young children, she recognized how her work life was negatively impacting her home life. She decided it was time to stop “going through the motions” and start investing in herself. She wanted a better future that felt more in alignment with who she is.

So, she reached out and made the call that turned her life around.

In this episode, you’ll hear what stood out to her the most about our program, and how she went from feeling stuck to finally taking action. She shares how her experience growing up as the youngest of three created a lack of self-awareness, and why asking for help when she needed it allowed her to take space for herself and confidently make decisions based on what she wanted. You’ll learn what makes our job search process different, and how to know when you’re truly ready to embark on your career coaching journey.

If you’re ready to gain a greater sense of self-awareness and shift towards a more positive perspective on your life and career, then Emilee’s story will inspire you.

A better, more aligned future is closer than you think.

What You’ll Learn:

What makes our program different from the rest (2:00)
Why Emilee felt stuck and what drove her to finally initiate change (5:50)
How tapping into self-awareness helped her find herself again (12:38)
Why redefining the traditional job search yields better results (21:51)
How to know when you’re ready to make a change (24:09)

Favorite Quotes:

I wish I would have done the program 10 years ago. But, I wouldn’t have been where I am now or have the significant growth that I’ve had because I didn't have those experiences that were allowing me to say, okay, that's not what I want. I want something different. -Emilee
I really had no idea who I was or what I wanted. And now I do. Now I know exactly what I want and who I am. -Emilee
I never felt that this feeling was possible for me. I never felt like I could get to this level and feel this confident and successful- just being able to be myself. I was always just going through the motions that we’re taught in school; just go get a job, work your hours to be able to go on vacations. Now, I've completely shifted the way I think about it and I honestly never would have gotten here if I didn't invest in myself through this program. -Emilee
To be in the right mindset for this program, you have to be willing to be honest with yourself and make the changes and listen to the tough love. Really, it's just shining a mirror back onto yourself in your own words. -Emilee

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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Do you worry that you don’t have a special talent or skill set that’s unique to you?

It’s more common than you know for women to sell ourselves short when it comes to recognizing our own unique gifts and talents. We tend to focus on worrying about whether we’re good enough, or worse, convincing ourselves that we don’t have a unique skill or talent at all.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake unpacks the definition of “secret sauce”, helping you to recognize the natural gifts that you’re likely overlooking. If you’re trapped in the lie of questioning whether or not you have a unique set of skills, then it’s time to conquer the limiting beliefs that are holding you back.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to identify your unique secret sauce transferable skills. You’ll hear why it’s so common, especially for high-achievers, to hold onto the false beliefs that you’re not good enough or that you have nothing special to bring to the table. Everyone has a secret sauce. So, if you’re ready to find clarity and start to uncover what makes you unique, then this episode is for you.

What You’ll Learn:

What “secret sauce skills” means (1:27)
How to conquer your limiting beliefs about yourself (2:47)
Why you should never give up the search to find your path (4:00)
How you can start to find clarity and identify your unique talents (5:31)

Favorite Quotes:

It is impossible that you don't have a secret sauce. Every single person does.
The most common belief that high achievers have is that ‘I'm not good enough’. So if you're experiencing this, I want you to know that it's normal, but it doesn't mean it's true.
I've worked with so many people who felt like they were doing all of these things, trying to figure out what the right path is, but there was always this unsettled feeling that there was something else.
If you are worried that you might not be that talented, or maybe you don't really have secret sauce transferable skills, or you're not really that unique or special, that is just a lie we get trapped in.

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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Do you feel like your relationship with money is a source of stress or anxiety in your life?

We all have a money story. It’s the story you tell yourself about your relationship with money and whether or not you have enough of it. The problem is that the story you’ve been telling yourself could be just that…a story.

What if the story you’re telling yourself is false?

Our money story begins with the experiences that we had in our childhood. If you lived a life of scarcity, you’re likely carrying those same fears and uncertainties into adulthood. But, that past experience doesn’t have to be your lifelong narrative about money.

What if you had the power to change it?

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake welcomes Joyce Marter, a licensed psychotherapist, entrepreneur, national public speaker, and mental health thought leader. She is the founder of Urban Balance (a national outpatient mental health company) and the author of The Financial Mindset Fix: A Mental Fitness Program for an Abundant Life.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to identify the money story that you grew up with in order to help you understand how you think about money. You’ll hear some tried and true principles that you can use to change your money story, offering you a new money mindset that can actually change your perspectives. You’ll also hear personal experiences about the value of investing in yourself, how it can help you gain an appreciation and understanding of who you are, and how you can translate your skillset into more financial abundance and greater fulfillment in your life.

Your beliefs about money may very well be what’s keeping you from the abundant, happy, fulfilling life that you're looking for.

What You’ll Learn:

The connection between money and mental health (7:30)
How asking for help when you need it can lead to more prosperity (10:26)
Breaking the cycle of post-traumatic financial trauma (17:33)
Understanding the “flow” of money (23:36)
How to create your own financial advisory board (32:38)
Why fulfilling your responsibility to yourself also benefits your children (46:36)

Favorite Quotes:

I saw early on in my practice that as my clients were making progress in therapy, they started to earn more money. And I was like, why is this happening? We're not even talking about money. And it didn't matter if we were working on depression, anxiety, addictions, stress or relationship issues. They were coming in reporting raises and promotions and starting their own businesses. And I realized it's because we're always working on underlying self worth in therapy. - Joyce
As we embrace our worth, we put ourselves out in the world differently, with more confidence, a willingness to fail, a willingness to expand our comfort zones, and to negotiate. And that has a financial return. -Joyce
We unconsciously recreate what's familiar until we become aware and we choose something better. -Joyce
When we're looking at our careers and our lives, we're looking at it from a very black and white limited perspective. We research online and we go, ‘oh, that thing doesn't work for me’ instead of actually saying who am I? What am I gifted at? What am I passionate about doing in the world? And then how do I figure out how to make money at it? -Blake
Our personal and professional success are two sides of the same coin. And as we work on ourselves, it can transform our life holistically, not only professionally, or financially, but spiritually and relationally as well. -Joyce
Anybody who has a successful career has coaches, participates in courses or trainings and advances themselves. Joyce

Connect with Joyce:

Joyce Marter’s website: www.joycemarter.com

Book webpage: www.financialmindsetfix.com

Book’s Amazon link: https://www.amazon.com/Financial-Mindset-Fix-Fitness-Abundant/dp/1683647238/ref=monarch_sidesheet

Exclusive offers for The Bridge to Fulfillment listeners: https://www.joyce-marter.com/resources/presentation-resources-bridge-to-fulfillment/

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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If you’re updating your resume right now in the hopes that it will lead you to something better, then it’s time to hear the hard truth…

It’s likely that you’re only perpetuating a cycle of feeling stuck.

People looking for change too often jump straight to updating their resumes. But, if you’re looking to change careers or industries, updating your resume is NOT the answer and will only lead you to feeling stuck.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake reveals why an updated resume won’t fix the problems responsible for your career dissatisfaction. But, there is a proven path if you want to understand you’re unique skills and find more alignment in your life and work.

In this episode, you’ll learn the decision-making criteria she uses in order to know if a resume update is enough, and how to know if what you’re looking for is a more holistic approach. You’ll gain deeper insight into your level of career satisfaction, and hear what the most responsible, right next step might be if you want to reclaim your power in the process.

What You’ll Learn:

When a simple resume update won’t help you (1:32)
Why you have to understand your level of job satisfaction (2:21)
The repercussions when you have a lack of clarity about what you want (3:22)
The most responsible thing you can do to mitigate risk in your job search (4:40)
Are you choosing the path of anxiety or the proven path to reclaiming your power? (6:37)

Favorite Quotes:

Most of the time, people think that a resume update is the first or the only solution they need. And that is actually what keeps them stuck. -Blake
Updating your resume is not going to help you if you can't get past the first interview. -Blake
Seeking help and guidance to understand where you are, where you're headed, and what optimal paths you have to get where you want to go, is the most responsible thing you can do. -Blake
A proven path and the ability to take the power back in your life is priceless. -Blake

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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Have you ever known in your gut that you should do something, but your fear of the unknown holds you back?

Do you feel like your case is unique and worry that if you invest in yourself, you might not get the results you’re looking for?

If there’s one thing we know to be true from the clients we’ve helped, it’s this: It’s time to stop overthinking and choose change.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake welcomes Maureen to tell her story. Like so many women you’ve heard in our client success stories, she wasn’t sure at first that career coaching could help her. But something told her that it was time to make an investment in herself. And today, she’s here to share how career coaching has changed her life for the better.

In this episode, you’ll learn where Maureen started and the fears she was experiencing prior to joining the program. She explains what convinced her to finally make the investment in herself and to get in the driver's seat of her life and career. She shares the lessons she’s learned, how she applies them to her daily life and decision-making process, and how the program has changed her understanding of what she truly desires out of life.

What You’ll Learn:

Where the journey began for Maureen (2:47)
The root cause of the fear she was experiencing (8:54)
Regaining control after spiraling out (15:26)
What the program taught her about what she really wants out of life (21:03)

Favorite Quotes:

If you are willing to invest in yourself, you will get exactly what you want out of the program. It's ultimately up to you. You're the driver of it. -Maureen
Even now, I don't have perfect weeks, I don't have perfect days. But what I do have now is the clarity and the wherewithal to recognize that and say, ‘Okay, this is happening. This is how I'm going to get back on track. This is how I need to get back to my foundations and schedule and routine to get back to where I need to be’. -Maureen
I know I just needed to reach out, ask for help, and lean on others to get the help advice and direction that I really was missing and needed. Together, we all can help each other and get to where we want to be and live our best, most amazing, happiest lives. -Maureen
I felt like my situation was unique, like I was the only person that was drowning in work and not believing in myself and just feeling stuck. Coming into this program and meeting all the other amazing women, now I know I'm not alone. -Maureen

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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If you feel unhappy or powerless at work and in life, it all boils down to one reason.

It’s because you aren't actively participating in creating what you want.

The power to change things starts with using your voice.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake helps you shed the fear of feeling disrespectful, rude, or like you’re not a team player at the thought of speaking up and putting your thoughts and ideas out there.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to stop feeling afraid and start leveraging your voice to earn respect in your life and in your workplace. You’ll hear about the risks of not being seen, heard, and respected when you fail to speak up for yourself. You’ll also learn the 4 ways you can most effectively use your voice and how to prepare for these types of conversations.

If you’ve been trying to find the courage to speak up more in meetings or you just want to say something without seeming rude, then this episode if for you.

It’s time to speak up and stop diminishing the importance of your voice.

What You’ll Learn:

What people misunderstand about what we do on The Bridge to Fulfillment (1:59)
The real risks and costs of not speaking up (3:28)
4 key tenants to master using your voice (5:21)
The most important thing to understand before starting the conversation (9:22)

Favorite Quotes:

I see talented women getting physically sick because of the stress, anxiety and frustration they're keeping trapped in their bodies.
Helping women transition into new roles isn't what I do, it's a byproduct or a benefit of the work.
If your life is led from a place of fear, instead of a place of opportunity, you will always be looking at sharing your perspective as “risky”, when in fact not sharing is actually the risk.
Why do we end up unhappy in our lives or feel like we’re powerless to create what we want? Because we aren't active participants in creating what we want.

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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“Tomorrow, I’m going to ________.”

How do you fill in that blank? Are your intentions to wake up earlier? Go for a jog before work? Start looking for more fulfilling work? Spend more time with your family?

No matter how much we “intend” to do something, statistics say that 60-70% of the time, we don’t follow through.

It’s called the Intention Behavior Gap. And if you really want to create change in your life, you have to find a way to close that gap.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake explains why we so often fall into this trap, and why it feels so hard to create a bridge between inaction and change.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to turn good intentions into great results by aligning

actions and resources in order to accomplish your goals. You’ll learn how to create movement and ride on the heels of that momentum, rather than blaming your circumstances or making excuses. And, if you find that you don't have the tools or knowledge, or you don't know what the right next steps are to create the change you're looking for, then the first step becomes identifying who can help you and reaching out.

Nothing will change until we do. The power is in your hands.

What You’ll Learn:

Understanding the “Intention Behavior Gap” (1:24)
What it takes to create change (2:28)
How to close the gap and create movement (3:23)
The real barrier between where we are and where we want to be (4:27)
How you can create change right now (5:36)

Favorite Quotes:

When you're thinking about creating change, it doesn’t just take energy. It takes overcoming very normal biological fears of the unknown.
The longer we sit in either fear or procrastination, the more likely we are to stay there.
We create our own suffering by holding on to things we don't want.
The only barrier in life is the one you believe. And often, that barrier is actually you.

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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How many times in your life have you felt stuck, trapped, or unsure of what to do?

That tiring cycle has a name: analysis paralysis. And the reason it feels so tiring is because it causes us to run circles around questions, trying to find answers that we just don’t have.

Feeling stuck costs us time, energy, and unnecessary levels of stress.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake explains why we so often get stuck in these cycles and why it sucks so much energy from our lives. She shares why it happens and provides the necessary tools to help you get unstuck from the loop.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to recognize your patterns when it comes to decision-making and why you feel “stuck” in the first place. You’ll hear the 6 most common reasons why it’s so difficult to make choices and the easiest way to exit the cycle for good. You’ll also learn why expert guidance is the key to helping you understand how to be a better, more successful decision-maker.

Success doesn't have to be hard or painful. And you don’t have to go it alone.

If you’re exhausted from the repetitive decision-making cycle, know that you can get results with more ease.

What You’ll Learn:

Recognizing which decisions tend to make you feel stuck (1:46)
The 6 most common reasons we feel trapped in our decision-making (2:36)
The true keys to success (5:42)
A quick and simple way to end the analysis paralysis loop (8:19)
What it takes to become a better decision-maker (10:42)

Favorite Quotes:

The people I know who are the most successful are the ones that admit how little they know, and how much more knowledge there is than they'll probably ever gain in their lifetime.
Knowing everything is not the key to success. True success is about learning, having determination and grit to continue forward, and being able to articulate the right question to the right person.
When you can’t make a decision, it's either procrastination because you are lacking a piece of knowledge, or it's indulging in the inaccurate belief that the more time you spend on it, the better results you'll get.
Hard work and struggle are not necessary to create results.

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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When the time comes for you to make a big decision, does your mind immediately go into overdrive?

If the pressure of decision-making causes your palms to sweat, your shoulders to tighten up, and your thoughts to race uncontrolled, then you should know that there is another way to handle these stress-inducing situations.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake reveals what’s really going on when we feel overwhelmed in the face of big decisions. She explains why feelings of anxiety take over and how you can clear the path toward better, calmer decision-making.

In this episode, you’ll learn why the roots of anxiety that cloud our decision-making process show up, and how to reframe those feelings in order to gain clarity. You’ll learn techniques for coping with and reducing anxiety, the right questions to ask yourself when you encounter these situations, and how you can start to make big decisions with more ease.

Are you ready to move beyond decision-making anxiety?

Making great decisions quickly and confidently is possible.

What You’ll Learn:

The repercussions of anxiety (1:10)
How to better understand why you feel anxiety (1:26)
One of the biggest mistakes we make when trying to make a decision (2:46)
How to avoid analysis paralysis (3:39)

Favorite Quotes:

Anxiety steals your joy, your time, and if prolonged, your health.
We can actually use our emotions to work for us as opposed to allowing them to drive our lives.
If you are anxious about doing something, it's because you are feeling the multiplicative effects of uncertainty and powerlessness around that thing. And because it is multiplicative, one thing dramatically increases the other.
It is in taking action that we begin to remember that we have the power and resourcefulness to solve the challenges in front of us.

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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As women, we’re all different. So, rarely does a one-size-fits-all approach apply. But when it comes to creating a movement, then the best thing you can do is follow in the footsteps of women who have found something that works.

And today’s guest has done just that.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake welcomes Megan to share her story. After changing roles but continually finding herself in the same place, she decided to seek the expert advice of a career coach. She knew that if she wanted to make a true career transition that offered her work-life balance, she would need to invest in herself as a woman.

In this episode, you’ll learn how Megan got so much more than she expected from the program, including life skills that deepened her understanding of herself and what she really wanted. She shares the transformative emotional aspects of going through the program, why she never believed that she would end up with multiple job offers, and how she ended up with choices, being able to pick the job she wanted. She learned the skills that allowed her to speak to her skillset in a way that she had never been able to do before.

If you’re ready to believe, just like Megan, that anything is possible in your life, then you deserve to make an investment in yourself.

What You’ll Learn:

Why Megan found herself repeating the same cycle (2:42)
The emotional aspects of going through the program (8:10)
The impressive results of her job seeker journey (16:49)
Megan’s thoughts pre-program versus during and after the process (21:18)
How the results have actually exceeded her job wishlist (24:17)

Favorite Quotes:

I'm glad I went through the obstacles that I went through because I would have never found the program. Going through this program has been life-changing. —Megan
Not only did I learn how to position myself in a career, I learned how to position myself as a person. —Megan
I believed so many lies that I was being told, and I had so many different beliefs. Blake helped me change those and realize that I needed to start looking at myself in a different way. —Megan
This is about building a movement of women that are changing the perspective about what's possible. —Blake

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

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Short Term Uncertainty is the Key to Long Term Certainty

Embracing uncertainty doesn’t come easy for most people. But what if stepping into the unknown could actually lead you to the change you’ve been seeking?

Opening the door to the unknown could end up being the greatest opportunity of your life.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake explains why uncertainty brings new opportunities to light. Rather than viewing change as something scary, a shift in perspective can start moving the pieces of your life into place and allow you to create life on your terms.

In this episode, you’ll learn why taking leaps that feel uncertain tend to bring up fear and other uncomfortable emotions. You’ll discover how career coaching can be a valuable tool in navigating the unknown. You’ll also hear how you can learn to get more comfortable with uncertainty and embrace the journey towards fulfillment in your life and career.

What You’ll Learn:

Why it can feel like change is so hard (0:44)
Getting comfortable with uncertainty (1:48)
Why uncertainty is actually an opportunity (3:22)

Favorite Quotes:

We can choose to dig in our heels and keep doing what we are doing, ignoring the growing signs that tell us this isn't sustainable, isn’t making us happy, or won't get us where we want to go. Or, we can choose the path of growth, change, and something new.
Our emotions are a gift. They are telling us something.
In order to have long-term certainty, you must embrace short-term uncertainty.
The only way to get where you want is to take a chance, make a different choice, and step into something new and unknown.

Additional Resources:

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Do you sometimes feel like you’re sleepwalking through a life that you didn’t choose?

The truth is that if you’re not following your own path and aiming to reach the goals you’ve set for yourself, then you’re the one who pays the emotional price.

If you find yourself bargaining too often, second-guessing yourself, or quietly pushing through things you don't want to do, then you’re likely experiencing misalignment.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake walks you through the thoughts and feelings that result from a life and career that is misaligned. Holding back on your unused potential means you could end up paying the ultimate price. But you have a choice.

You can create the life you want.

In this episode, you’ll learn how career coaching can help you find work-life alignment. You’ll hear the story of one woman who was able to finally see her job for what it was and gather the courage and clarity to seek more joy and fulfillment in her work. You’ll also understand the price you pay by staying put in a job that doesn’t truly value you, rather than using the gifts you have in a job that aligns with who you are.

What You’ll Learn:

What misalignment looks and feels like (0:43)
How to stop sleepwalking through life and make a change (2:00)
Why you pay the price for staying put in a job that isn’t aligned with your goals (7:28)

Favorite Quotes:

“[Change] starts with getting honest about the gap between the life we have and the one we want.”
“We're trying to bend reality today to be what we want it to be. And in doing so, we actually stunt our ability to achieve our goals.”
“We must first see reality for what it is. And only then can we begin to create the future that we really want.”
“When we're leading a life misaligned from what we want, it's creating so many negative impacts on our health, on our emotions, on our relationships, and ultimately, on the life that we're meant to be living.”

Additional Resources:

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Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

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If you’re feeling like your career is misaligned with your values, you’re not alone. Investing in a support system with a proven framework for creating change is the career launchpad you’ve been waiting for.

A more aligned, fulfilling, and financially rewarding career is possible for you.

Today on The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake welcomes Kenzie to share her story. You’ll find inspiration from her journey of self empowerment and learn about her quest to learn more about who she really is. Through career coaching, our team helped her recognize that she has the power to make a meaningful career transition and create the change she wants in her life.

In this episode, you’ll learn how Kenzie has swapped her “need a new job” mindset to one that’s focused on long term success and career fulfillment. When the program helped her realize that she was looking for more than just a job, she leveraged the resources provided to gain clarity and support from women at varying career levels.

What You’ll Learn:

Why Kenzie felt like she was misaligned in her career (4:41)
How the results of the program exceeded her expectations (6:35)
The difference between having help and doing it on your own (15:14)
Her 3 most important takeaways from the program (22:32)
What work life balance looks like now for Kenzie (24:19)

Favorite Quotes:

If you keep making changes, and you don't fix the root cause you will end up back in the breakdown cycle. —Blake
Now, I know my value. I know my worth. I know that I can wait until I find the perfect role for me. I don't have to be so desperate and taking anything because I'm so burned out of my current job. So that is huge. If I didn't have this program, I probably would have just been in that spiral again. —Kenzie
I'll be able to go back to this work if I'm ever in the same situation. Or just if I need to refresh or if I'm ever feeling tired or burnt out in my role, I can get back to these foundational skills that I learned throughout the program. So, I would even argue that it's more valuable when you're earlier in your career because you have access to this program for life once you invest in it. —Kenzie
One thing very early in the program that I heard and retained was ‘you're actually more valuable if you can get your work done in less time.’ I always thought I had to sit here because everybody else has to sit here for 40 hours. And I've really leveraged that. It relieves a lot of stress and time. —Kenzie

Additional Resources:

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Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

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When we start along our path to success, what message does each piece of our career puzzle convey about us?

And most importantly, where does it lead us?

If you lack understanding about what's necessary to create the success you desire or you’re unclear about what true success really would look like for you, then it’s time to stop what you’re doing and learn how to define success on your own terms.

Today, Blake shares powerful insights about how you can create change and find more fulfilling work. If you’re ready to create life on your terms and defy what’s normal, a career coach can help you create an extraordinary life that’s built around your definition of success.

In this episode, you’ll learn what many people fail to understand when embarking upon a career change and why they often don’t end up finding what they truly want. She shares the wisdom of Dr. Jeff Spencer and the key phrase that helped her understand how to deviate from the “norm.”

It's time to rise up and get clear on what you want out of life and take empowered action to bring it to fruition.

What You’ll Learn:

What most people miss in their search for success (0:38)
Are you running a race you don’t want to be in? (1:57)
What you need to realize if you want to pursue change (3:48)
What it means to defy normal (5:16)
How most women are going through the motions of their lives (6:24)

Favorite Quotes:

It isn't a lack of desire to achieve; it's a fundamental misunderstanding of what's necessary to create the success you desire.
Most of the conventional wisdom is wrong if you truly want to live a life of fulfillment, peace, joy, and impact. If you do what everyone else does, you'll end up with the results that everyone else has.
You don't lead an extraordinary life by doing what everyone else does.
It's time to rise up and get clear on what we want out of life and then take empowered action to bring it to fruition. Things will only change when we do.

Additional Resources:

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Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

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When we’re looking for a career transition, most of us go straight to our resumes. We update our experience and polish it to better reflect what we’re looking for.

But we don’t often stop to ask ourselves if we’re truly clear about what it is we want.

In times of transition, your resume is a very important marketing tool that you have at your disposal. But if you’re looking for real change, simple updates might not be helping you find the best transition that suits your unique skillset.

The first step on the road to change is finding clarity.

Professional resume writing services can help connect the dots between who you are and what value you can offer an organization, but in order to do that, YOU MUST BE CLEAR ON WHAT YOU WANT AND WHERE YOU’RE HEADED.

Today, Blake welcomes Meg Applegate, a certified resume writer and personal branding strategist who connects high-achieving women to career advancement. Recently named one of Jobscan's Top Experts to Follow on LinkedIn in 2022, her work is also featured in ForbesWomen, Fairygodboss, and Expert Resumes & LinkedIn Profiles for Managers and Executives.

In this episode, you’ll learn why it’s important to explore your options and discover what makes you valuable to an organization— and most importantly, how to market your story to align you with the right kind of work. You’ll learn why career transitions are actually beneficial pathways to discovering your unique strengths and why asking for help and guidance makes the path less rocky and a lot more enjoyable than doing it alone.

What You’ll Learn:

Why career pivots and transitions should be normalized (6:30)
How to think about your brand and create a story around it (10:32)
What happens when you change jobs without really knowing what you want (19:03)
Why what you can do isn’t always what you can do best (26:13)
The relief you get by asking for help, especially when it's from people who can understand your unique perspective (35:56)

Favorite Quotes:

“Having pivots and having transitions, every single person has them. So it's interesting that it feels taboo because everyone has some sort of pivot.” —Meg
“The resume is a marketing tool. And if you don't know where you're going, then you don't know how to market yourself best. So it's really important that you have clarity.” —Meg
“The resume writing process is a really good preparation process for the job search because you're really understanding and distilling down your value.” —Meg
“When we don't understand who we are, we're living a muted life. We see signs and symptoms that we're not happy, we see all these things happening. We try to solve them. But sometimes it takes that outside perspective or that outside opportunity to really shift things. And it is life-changing.” —Blake

Additional Resources:

Connect with Meg:

Website: https://www.hingeresume.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megapplegate/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/hingeresume

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hingeresume/

You can snag the first module of Meg’s digital course, The Resume Key - Resume 101 + Your Materials Checklist for a Top Performing Resume by clicking “Free Preview” here: https://hingeresume.thinkific.com/courses/hinge-resume-the-resume-key

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Are there things in your life that you’re simply tolerating?

Whether it’s a job that isn’t making you happy, a lack of balance, or little to no time for self-care, your life just doesn’t seem to have turned out the way you’d imagined.

Self-reflection is a muscle most of us weren't taught. But it’s an important tool because understanding where you are in relation to where you want to be is the first step towards changing your life.

“The things you accept in your life become the standards you live by.”

—Dr. Jeff Spencer

Today, Blake shares why taking the time for self-reflection is an important step towards raising your standards, whether that’s finding more fulfilling work or making a career change.

In this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment® podcast, you’ll learn how to make a career transition that will put you on the path to becoming your best self. If you’re ready to choose the standards you want to live by and find a more fulfilling career and a life you love, then this episode is for you.

What You’ll Learn:

Why we need self-reflection (0:31)
Choosing the standards you want to live by (1:52)
How to start shifting your standards right now (3:17)

Favorite Quotes:

Understanding fundamentally who we are, what our skills, strengths, passions, and natural way of working are isn't just a nice to have; it's a necessity if you want to live a life of fulfillment, impact peace of mind and joy.
Fundamentally looking at who we are and what we believe feels hard sometimes, but only if we choose to see it that way.
It can feel easy to blame or complain about how things are. But if you accept it, and you don't change it, then it becomes your standard for living.
The path to greater joy, impact and success lies in understanding and valuing who you are, and being empowered to ask for and go after what you want.

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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When you feel stuck, it’s easy to believe that there’s nothing else out there for you. It’s easy to feel like you should just be grateful for what you have.

But choosing to feel grateful doesn’t mean that you have to remain stuck.

You can be appreciative of what you have and still want to achieve more.

Today, Blake welcomes Donna to the show to share her story. Growing up, she was conditioned to be grateful for the level of success she had achieved. But the lack of work-life balance made her feel like she was sacrificing her family for her career success. Despite her skepticism, Donna reached out to The Bridge to Fulfillment to see if a more fulfilling career was possible. Not only did she achieve the results she was hoping for, but she also overcame the scarcity mindset that was holding her back.

In this episode, you’ll learn how Donna overcame her skepticism and her deeply ingrained beliefs about success and sacrifice in order to finally pursue and achieve her dream. You’ll hear the “aha” moments she experienced that really helped put her on the path to success, and how learning to speak her true voice built confidence and helped her feel more empowered to take control of her life and career.

Are you ready to feel more empowered and gain the confidence to create change in your life and career?

What You’ll Learn:

How Donna overcame her skepticism (3:39)
The sacrifices women believe they have to make to be successful (5:56)
Donna’s “aha” moments throughout the program (10:47)
The process of building confidence and empowering yourself (17:43)
How Donna’s life and career shifted after going through the program (26:55)

Favorite Quotes:

As women, we've been promised so much about being able to have it all. And yet, when you look at the decade, that's not really true. Most women are overworked, exhausted, and pulled in 1,000 directions. —Blake
There were times in my life throughout my career, where I didn't ask for what I wanted. I took exactly what I was given, I compromised in places where I felt like I had to because there were so many thoughts going through my head about the negative things that would happen if I actually had a conversation about the potential of getting to where I wanted to be. —Donna
I always considered myself confident and transparent and strong. But going through this process showed me that I might consider myself that, but that was not how I was functioning at all. —Donna
I never imagined that I would be making what I'm making in a full-time remote role. I came into this program feeling like if I'm gonna go full-time remote, I'm gonna have to take a cut in pay. And that is not the case. I never imagined that I would be working for a great organization that actually valued me and listened to me. —Donna

Additional Resources:

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If you’re feeling unhappy in your workplace, every negative interaction and lack of recognition thereafter can start to flood your emotions. That growing toxicity can make you feel like a ship taking on more and more water.

“Ships don't sink because of the water around them. Ships sink because of the water that gets in them. Don't let what's happening around you get inside you and weigh you down.”

You are not powerless. You CAN create change in your life. You just need the right tools to rid your ship of the water that’s weighing you down.

Today, Blake explains how you can leverage and empower yourself in order to create change, rather than waiting or expecting someone else to do it for you. In order to move forward and release yourself from the burden and the stress of a toxic work environment, you've got to learn how to lead the leader.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to identify small changes you can make in the interim as you search for a healthier environment. Blake encourages you to uncover the root of your unhappiness and understand why you feel so powerless to create change. You’ll learn the concept of leading the leader, one of the most effective ways to start to shift toxic experiences in your current job as you begin to create change.

What You’ll Learn:

How your perception of being powerless is affecting how you feel at work (1:02)
A question to ask yourself if you want to instigate change (1:57)
What stops us from advocating for ourselves (3:18)
What it means to lead the leader (4:43)
Why the way we communicate our dissatisfaction matters (5:49)

Favorite Quotes:

Your environment is not you.
The only person that can advocate for ourselves, is us.
It's not just your circumstances that are making you unhappy. There are skills, habits, boundaries, or beliefs that you either need to learn or to shift to actually get you where you want to go.
Understanding the emotions of your boss, the executive team, that co-worker, and yourself is a really critical key in helping you identify how you can use that awareness and that emotional intelligence to actually create change.

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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If you’re a parent, then you know that some of the deepest connections you’ll ever experience are with your children. But so often, we focus on our role as correctors of behavior, when it’s the connection that should be nourished first.

When we connect before correcting, whether it’s with our children, spouse, friends, or co-workers, we’re opening the door to better outcomes and better relationships.

Today, Blake welcomes Jennifer Kolari, one of the nation’s leading parenting experts, sought-after international speaker, and founder of Connected Parenting. Her mission is to help more parents discover the power of connected parenting so they can raise children who are resilient, protected, & secure in their relationships, lives, & environments.

In this episode, Jennifer shares powerful insights and real-life examples of challenges that parents are struggling with. You’ll hear effective techniques that you can use to build a stronger connection with your child to help them become healthier, more resilient, and ultimately, more successful in their lives.

What You’ll Learn:

The emotional moment that continues to inspire her work (6:35)
Common mistakes parents make when trying to correct behaviors (13:03)
How to reframe our fear of negative feelings (18:06)
An example of how connection before correction builds resilience (26:04)
Why successful people aren’t always successful parents (43:42)

Favorite Quotes:

Behavior is never the problem. It's a symptom of the problem. —Jennifer
We need to teach and train our kids to help them be successful adults, but the way you get there is through connection, not control. —Jennifer
The most important relationship is the one between you and you. When that relationship is good, then your other relationships fall into place. —Jennifer

Connect with Jennifer:

www.ConnectedParenting.com

www.facebook.com/connectedparenting

Follow @JenniferKolari on Instagram

Additional Resources:

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Are you feeling stuck by the circumstances of your life?

When you know that something needs to change or a big decision needs to be made, that stuck feeling could be an indication that you’re not in the best place to make those changes with the resources you have at that moment.

Today, Blake shares the keys to getting unstuck and how a few changes can help you move towards better outcomes for your life. She reveals the dangers of having too much certainty and how the experiences of those ahead of you can help you see a wider path of possibilities. You’ll also hear why mindset plays such an important role in the framing of your decisions and how shifting your perspective can start to open up new possibilities.

Letting go of control and seeking expert advice could be the key to opening possibilities you can’t see from your vantage point.

Are you ready to discover better opportunities for your life and career?

What You’ll Learn:

The real reason why you’re feeling stuck (0:54)
Keys to more effective decision making (1:21)
Why certainty can cause us to overlook different opportunities (3:16)
How to let go of control and leave space for better outcomes (4:54)

Favorite Quotes:

We are not stuck because of our circumstances, but because of how we are thinking.
If you have set in stone what that next thing needs to look like, you are absolutely going to give yourself a less optimal outcome than what you could have.
Surround yourself with people who are further ahead than you because they have solutions and answers to things you don't yet know.

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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Asking for help isn’t always easy. But when you’re stuck in a job that doesn’t motivate or excite you, getting out of that rut requires looking at your skillset a bit differently and gaining a better understanding of what you’re truly looking for from a company. A fresh perspective can make all the difference.

Today, Blake welcomes Sandra to the show to share her story. When Sandra first reached out, she knew she was ready for a change, but the dread of the job search had her feeling stuck and unmotivated. Sandra was able to leverage the support of Blake and her team to really understand the scope and breadth of what was possible when she equipped herself with more resources.

You’ll hear how Sandra’s job search went from dreadful to joyful as she learned how to confidently ask for what she wanted and needed without fear or hesitation. In a few short months, Sandra has gained confidence and invaluable skills that now make her a better, more effective communicator. Not only did she have life-changing “aha” moments, but she truly enjoyed the process— which led her to discover a few other unexpected gifts along the way.

What You’ll Learn:

How Sandra found the courage to ask for help (4:10)
The biggest personal shift she experienced through the program (6:56)
One lesson that helped push her to get through difficult situations (10:13)
The secret to Sandra’s “aha” moments (22:59)
A life lesson that Sandra has learned from her experience (26:39)

Favorite Quotes:

What we think we need versus what we really need sometimes are very, very different. —Blake
This program has shown me that I can truly have what I need, and what I want without sacrificing what I don't want. —Sandra
It's okay to ask additional questions, it's okay, to ask for help, and it's okay to not know something. That is something that I will definitely carry forward through the rest of my career in my life, is that I don't have to know everything. —Sandra
I think if every woman took this program and applied what they learned, we not only would be living better lives, but I truly think we could run the world. —Sandra

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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Do you struggle when it comes to making important decisions about your life and career?

Engaging in a lengthy process of decision-making, unfortunately, is all too common. We often (mistakenly) believe that the more time we spend making a decision, the more likely we are to make a GOOD or RIGHT decision. The truth? When it comes to making decisions, only 5% of logic actually comes into play. But those who over analyze spend drastically more time seeking information trying to rationalize what they already know to be true deep down.

Not only is this process stressful and time-consuming, it can be downright exhausting. And the longer you take to make a decision, the more likely you are to make the wrong one.

But there IS a better way.

Today, Blake explains why our brains cloud our decision-making with so much emotion, and how you can clear a path that allows logic to be your guide. She shares 3 important questions you can ask yourself to speed up your decision-making process with less stress and more clarity. You’ll learn how much time actually gets wasted when we waffle through an emotion-led process and a simple method for tapping into your inner wisdom so you can start making big choices in a lot less time.

What You’ll Learn:

3 questions to ask yourself before you make a big decision (2:04)
Why waiting to make important decisions is the wrong approach (3:20)
How much time we spend letting fear be in the driver’s seat (4:52)
Knowing whether you’re making decisions based on fear or based on wisdom (5:34)

Favorite Quotes:

By waiting and taking additional time, you're not able to make a better decision. Instead, what you're doing is allowing fear to drive your decision-making.
If we end up spending our time trying to be analytical or logical about the decisions that in our gut we already know are right, we are wasting time and allowing fear to be in the driver's seat.
The longer you take to make a decision, the more likely you are to make the wrong one. Learn to trust yourself.

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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How often do you think you’re not doing enough, in spite of feeling completely depleted?

If you’re always wanting more time for the things that matter to you, then you might have a self-care deficit.

Our tendency to overproduce in an attempt to prove our worthiness is getting us nowhere.

Today, Blake welcomes writer, podcaster, speaker, and self-care expert Suzanne Falter. After the sudden loss of her daughter, she happened upon a blueprint that changed the course of her life. Through the toughest times, she learned the greatest lessons about aligning with our values and the phenomenal healing power of self-care.

You’ll hear how Suzanne went from a life of busyness and over-producing to the sudden loss of everything around her, from her vibrant daughter to the roof over her head. She shares the lessons she learned through that profound period of growth and how she’s inspiring other women to shift their own perspectives about what’s important. Her 5 keys to self-care will help you lead a fuller life that focuses on better alignment so you can prioritize the things that are truly valuable in your life.

When you take the time to understand your specific needs, only then can you honor them and align your way of living with what’s uniquely important to you.

What You’ll Learn:

The loss that launched Suzanne onto a new path of self-care (4:30)
How to shift your focus from work to quality of life (9:07)
Why alignment is such an important part of self-care (13:17)
The 5 basics of self-care (15:00)
Why women are conditioned to over-produce (21:15)

Favorite Quotes:

You don't have to struggle, you don't have to suffer, you don't have to overwork. There is a great deal of self-care to the idea that we're living our values and we're working in balance. —Suzanne
We are born lined up with a set of desires and a set of needs and a set of things in life that just make us smile and feel great. And we forget to honor them, we forget to listen to them... Because we're so busy doing what we think we should do. —Suzanne
Overproduction is this idea that you have to keep doing in order to be valid, in order to be adequate, in order to be enough. And we are enough intrinsically as we are, without doing anything. —Suzanne

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Could the things you’re prioritizing in your life actually be keeping you stuck? If after a hard day at work, the first thing you think about is planning a big vacation, focusing on your upcoming home remodel, or buying a new car, then you might be trying to distract yourself from the real problem.

The key to living a more fulfilled life is knowing how to prioritize what you NEED in order to create the change you want.

Today, Blake shares what it looks like when your priorities are misaligned with your goals. She explains how short-term distractions can keep you from discovering what will actually bring you long-term happiness, and she reveals the most common lies you tell yourself while putting time and energy into the wrong things.

You’ll hear the fundamental elements that might be keeping you from living the life you’ve always wanted. Learn whether or not your current priorities are keeping you stuck, and how you can start making better choices that will move you towards the life you want. Don’t wait until your breakdown moment to invest in a better future.

The only way to get different results is to take different actions.

What You’ll Learn:

The fundamental things that help or hinder us from getting what we want in life (0:42)
Four examples of priorities that are out of sequence with the life you want (1:44)
Knowing your ‘lead domino’; the thing that you need to fix to solve everything else (2:27)
A common mistake that career-driven women make when it comes to family (6:19)
Why your breakdown moment is never the right time to make a change (7:36)

Favorite Quotes:

One of the greatest lessons I've learned in the last five years since leaving corporate America is that how we think about things, understand and process our emotions, and leverage our resources fundamentally are the things that either create what we want in life or keep us from getting it.
If you look closely enough, you'll likely find there are a lot of things you spent your money, time, or energy on, things that were trying to make you feel better, but ultimately weren't the real solution to the problem.
Until we're no longer willing to tolerate what we've been doing, we're going to continue to do it. The only way to get different results is to take different actions.

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Are gaps in your resume holding you back from seeking something bigger and better for yourself? Whether you’re lacking a few requirements for the kind of work you’d really love to be doing or you feel like your level of formal education won’t cut it, that limited perspective isn’t going to get you what you want.

Rather than sacrificing your potential success, get a different perspective.

Today, Blake welcomes Sharon to the show to tell you about her experience in the program. Before The Bridge to Fulfillment®, Sharon felt trapped in her career. Although she had a ton of experience, her lack of a college degree made her believe that making a change would mean taking a pay cut, starting over, or going back to school. As the breadwinner in her family, none of those felt like viable options. We made sure they didn’t have to be. After only 7 weeks in the program, Sharon has made leaps and bounds in her confidence and career. Moving on from a role that didn’t feel in alignment with her values, she has now found work she loves building relationships as part of a team WHILE also securing a 30+% pay increase!

You’ll hear why Sharon finally decided to take a chance on investing in her future, and how a key piece of advice early in the program about professional and personal alignment has changed her life. You’ll begin to understand why the work you do is actually a reflection of who you are, debunking the myth that business isn’t personal. You’ll also hear about Sharon’s biggest struggles before going into the program and her impressive results.

When you’re clear on who you are & the value you bring to the table, then you can confidently communicate how and why your experience is more important than your lack of a degree.

What You’ll Learn:

A key piece of advice when you’re looking for professional change (5:14)
Why Sharon finally decided to take the leap and ask for help (13:05)
The results that Sharon has gained from the program (17:24)
Why what you do for work is more personal than you think (20:01)
Sharon’s biggest struggles that the program has helped her overcome (27:05)
The results after only 7 weeks in, and her impressive salary boost (28:27)

Favorite Quotes:

“I firmly believe that the universe will never close a door without opening a window. As soon as I leaned in and I trusted, that is exactly what happened.” —Sharon
“At the end of the day, the time you invest in yourself and your career is tiny compared to the opportunities you can put in front of yourself if you just do the work.” —Sharon

Additional Resources:

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Do you wake up in the morning with a deeply unsettled feeling that there's something more you should be doing? As you’re headed into work for the day, do you have the urge to turn the car around, but feel stuck by the fear of what might happen if you tried to change things? Today, Blake explains why so many people who aren’t happy in their lives tend to choose the certainty of misery over the misery of uncertainty. This type of inaction leads people to stay in situations where they’re unfulfilled rather than choosing to create the change they so desperately need.

You’ll hear why people choose the certainty of misery, and what it is that makes us so uncomfortable with the unknown to begin with. She shares real-life examples of what it looks like to choose misery, and how finally letting go of your attachment to certainty allows you to open up to new opportunities for guidance.

It’s time to let go of the certainty of your misery and get the resources you need to create the change you want & need!

What You’ll Learn:

Why we’re uncomfortable with uncertainty (1:53)
How to know if you’re choosing the certainty of misery (3:17)
What it means when you can’t solve a problem in 48 hours (4:47)
The myth of a black and white approach to change (9:33)
Identifying where you are on the path to change (13:22)

Favorite Quote:

We as humans are so uncomfortable with the things that we don't know that we will literally stay in circumstances or situations that we know are making us miserable, that we know won't get us where we want to go for fear of what that unknown actually might be.
Until we begin to [question whether what our brain is telling us is true or not], we're always going to be trapped in this cycle of believing that it's safer to be miserable than it is to actually create change in our lives.

Additional Resources:

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Do you find yourself constantly going back and forth on how you feel about your job? One day you can’t leave the office fast enough, and others, you wonder if maybe things really aren’t that bad? Not only are these constantly changing beliefs creating stress in your life, but they are also keeping you stuck. Today, Blake shares why this emotional, yo-yo frame of mind is one of the most common mistakes women make in their careers and in their lives. She shares the evolutionary reasons why we do this to ourselves, and most importantly, how you can stop doing the back-and-forth and make a decision based on your core strengths and values. You’ll hear the process one client went through in order to finally shift her perspective and change her life for the better. You’ll also learn how to uncover your fulfillment framework and overcome the fear that’s keeping you stuck so that you can see what you’re capable of and seek out what you deserve. Blake also shares a daily practice that’ll help you kick start the gears of change in your life.

Are you ready to make decisions from a place of wisdom and opportunity rather than out of frustration and fear?

What You’ll Learn:

Why we prefer certainty over the unknown (1:21)
How to know if you’re with the wrong company (7:04)
The importance of uncovering your fulfillment framework (10:50)
A daily practice to initiate change in your life (13:42)
How fear tricks you into accepting your circumstances (14:31)

Favorite Quote:

The thing [about your workplace] you keep telling yourself you can get over…you actually won't ever be able to get over because it will never fundamentally align with what you truly believe. —Blake

Additional Resources:

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Change doesn’t happen on its own. It requires taking responsibility for your circumstances and doing the deeper work to understand your values and what’s really important to you in your life and career. Today, Blake welcomes Jennifer McClure, an entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and high-performance coach who works with leaders to leverage their influence, increase their impact, and accelerate results. Jennifer has decades of leadership and executive experience inspiring and motivating others to take action through building careers they love and lives that matter.

You’ll hear about her rise to the top at a time when she was often the only female in a leadership role and the challenges she faced along the way. The wisdom and experience she shares is a lesson in personal responsibility, offering a powerful reminder that you are capable of taking ownership over your career choices.

The power to create the change you want in your life is in your hands.

What You’ll Learn:

Why Jennifer choose to lead from Human Resources (6:00)
The multifaceted challenges that women face today in their careers (9:27)
Why your life and career choices are your responsibility (15:30)
Asking the deep questions to really know if a job is the right fit for you (23:28)
The consequences of staying comfortable in a job that isn’t right for you (27:25)
A question to ask yourself now if you’re feeling stuck in your career (30:59)

Favorite Quotes:

I think we're at the beginning places of a real tide change in terms of corporate America, and bringing humanity back to corporate America in ways that I think it hasn't existed for decades. -Blake
It's the right way for leaders to be thinking about both having a place that is successful or an organization that is successful and hitting our goals, but also finding ways for employees to win at work and succeed at life, too. -Jennifer
Life is about personal responsibility, but we tend to blame other people when we're not successful. -Jennifer
Your circumstances are such a small piece of the puzzle. Truly showing up in leadership is showing up knowing that you have the power to create change, understanding what that change is that you want to create, and then being able to influence others to bring that to fruition. -Blake

Connect with Jennifer:

http://jennifermcclure.net

http://disrupthr.co

Download her free Personal Brand Development Workbook designed to help you build your brand and increase your impact by going to https://jennifermcclure.net/PBWorkbook

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How long does it take you to make big decisions? For many, it can be a lengthy process that not only takes a lot of precious time, but often, the decision we reach turns out to be what we knew to be true all along. But what if you believed in yourself and your success from the very beginning? If you could make big decisions in a matter of minutes? What if you could change your mindset right now and follow through on your desire for change?

You’re capable of all of the above, and more.

Today, Blake shares the lessons she learned from a recent event with Dr. Jeff Spencer, a former athlete who, at seven years old, committed to becoming an Olympian cyclist. At 21 years old, he competed in the Olympics, and soon after, he realized that helping exceptional performers tap into their highest potential was equally as satisfying to him as competing and winning himself.

Dr. Jeff Spencer has dedicated his career to coaching elite performers and helping them change their habits and strengthen their minds, giving them tools to consistently deliver even the largest goals and perform at the top of their game. He has worked with people like Tiger Woods, Lance Armstrong, Dave Asprey from Bulletproof. He's coached Olympians, Fortune 500 CEOs, and now, Blake herself.

In this episode, you’ll hear a brief rundown of some of the key concepts that really hit home for Blake. She talks about why we spend so much time in the process of decision-making, and why that long ordeal is really an indicator of a lack of trust in your own judgment. She also shares important reminders about being attentive to your physical state as life progresses. You’ll also learn why we’re conditioned to believe we’re more likely to fail than to succeed, and how to turn that thinking around.

If you’re in need of wisdom and motivation today, then these powerful lessons are sure to spark something profound and inspiring in you.

What You’ll Learn:

Some of the lessons Dr. Spencer shares (5:45)
Why it’s important to listen to your body as life progresses (10:01)
The tendency for humans to believe more in failure than success (14:41)
The most profound lesson Blake learned from Dr. Spencer (16:32)
Why the path to success is just about knowing the right next step to take (19:05)

Favorite Quotes:

When you're spending so much time over-analyzing and trying to figure out the right solution, you already knew the right solution from the get-go. You're just thinking or feeling like you need to gather more information in order to validate what you believe is true.
The longer you take to make decisions, the more likely you are to risk making the wrong decision.
Every single problem we have in life has a solution. There is always a path forward.
If you're shooting for perfection, you're setting yourself up to fail from the get-go because there's no such thing.

Additional Resources:

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Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

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It was another record month for the Great Resignation. In November 2021, over four and a half million people quit their jobs.

What’s happening in the workforce today, and what does it all mean for the workforce of tomorrow?

Today, Blake shares her observations of the changes she’s witnessed in the workforce through the pandemic. She shares how she’s seen a greater understanding when it comes to career satisfaction and work-life balance when employees recognize that having more control over their lives is possible. Rather than getting stuck in the same place over and over again, she encourages you to use this unique moment as an invitation to create the change you want by seeking a more focused direction in your life and career.

The time to invest in yourself and your happiness is NOW.

What You’ll Learn:

How the pandemic has changed our view of work-life balance (1:33) 
Why we get stuck in the cycle of searching for new jobs (2:15)
The importance of uncovering the root issue before making changes (4:29)
How to start your new career journey now (6:29)

Favorite Quotes:

If you're one of the people who have recently quit their job, you're considering quitting your job, or you're really unfulfilled in your job and you're wondering if there's anything better for you, there's tremendous opportunity and more possibility for your life than you could even imagine.
It's not just understanding your specific skills. It's understanding the combination of those skills, plus your experiences, your unique lens or perspective on life, and then your natural way of creating results. It's the combination of all of those things that really create your unique fingerprint for success.
What I've seen over the pandemic is a real understanding of employees having more control of their lives, understanding the importance and the shift it makes when you have better work-life balance, when you can be more involved with your family, and when you can have some choice and some decision making about what your career and your life look like.

Additional Resources:

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Have you spent enough of your years debating making a change?

For women feeling stress and anxiety in their careers, feeling stuck becomes the norm all too quickly. When you just don’t know the right next step to take, the idea of change feels daunting.

Overcoming that fear isn’t easy, but with the right direction and the unwavering support of a community that understands exactly what you’ve been feeling, the wheels of change start to move faster than you ever thought possible.

Today, Blake welcomes Melissa to the show to talk about the real-life results she’s experienced on her Bridge to Fulfillment journey. Her story might sound familiar to many of you wondering whether or not this program can help you. Hearing her progress will leave you with a feeling of hope and the realization that your own transformation is indeed possible.

Today, you’ll hear how Melissa went from a place of career instability towards something that not only gave her meaning but also taught her how to cultivate trust in her own decision-making. She shares how she overcame the fear of investing in herself and how going all-in helped her gain confidence, clarity, and direction.

What You’ll Learn:

The moment Melissa knew it was time to make a change (2:52)
Overcoming doubt and second-guessing when it comes to seeking help (6:59)
Why we tend to put off investing in ourselves (9:13)
How the program helped Melissa find a job that she loves (17:39)
Why traditional career coaches rarely have a lasting impact (24:20)

Favorite Quotes:

I kept waiting for it to get better. I kept waiting for the change to happen. I kept waiting for the company to recognize all the things that I had done…I think for me, it was, I don't care what I have to do, I just don't want to be here anymore. —Melissa
I love the support, it's almost intoxicating. It's something that I just keep wanting to come back and get that support and get that feedback and run with it. I mean, that's how corporate America should be. That's how women should be supporting women. And I never truly understood women supporting women until I was in this program. —Melissa
It's a huge part of my heart to be able to change the corporate culture, woman by woman. When you understand the things that you now understand, it will change the way that you lead your team, it will change the way you lead your leader, it will change how you show up. —Blake
There are a lot of solutions out there that are bandaids when we're unhappy in our careers. The problem is nobody's really getting to the root cause of what it is that’s really that's misaligned in your life. What is it really that you need to move forward? —Blake

Additional Resources:

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Fear is a natural part of life. However, our fears don’t always represent the truth.

Many times, they’re just beliefs that we allow to hold us back.

If your fears are based on misbeliefs that you’re telling yourself, then you are allowing them to drive your decisions, your thoughts, your time, and ultimately, your future.

Today, Blake reveals the true origins of our fears and explains how they are often based on lies we tell ourselves. If you’re ready to get past your fears and truly create the life you want, it starts with understanding that not everything your brain tells you is true.

Fear is simply your brain reacting to the uncertainty you feel.

But YOU hold the power to shift your fears and change your life.

Today, you’ll learn which of your fears might be holding you back, and how you can gain control over misbeliefs. You’ll hear the most important questions to ask yourself if you’re ready to move forward, and why making friends with the fears you carry is so important.

What You’ll Learn:

Why you’re already more powerful than you give yourself credit for (0:31)
Questioning what’s really holding you back (1:27)
Making friends with fear (2:50)
A powerful, revealing question to ask yourself about fear (4:31)

Favorite Quotes:

“Fear is tied to feeling powerless, but you aren't powerless. You have the ability every day to make decisions that can move you forward, closer to what you want.”
“Unexpected things have likely come your way in your life, things you hadn't planned for. And somehow you figure it out, you adapted, you survived, and you are still here.”
“People always act in accordance with what they believe to be true about themselves and their environment. So, what misbeliefs or lives are you telling yourself that are holding you back from your dreams?”

Additional Resources:

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Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

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What if there was a secret formula that could help you maximize your productivity, boost your creativity, justify permission to rest, and help you gain a sense of balance in your life?

Sounds great, right? It might surprise you to know that women were born with this ability to optimize our work/life balance, but cultural taboos have prevented us from talking about it.

Today, Blake welcomes special guest, Renae Fieck. She is a mom of 3 and occupational therapist who helps women optimize their time and energy through unlocking the power of their cycles so that they can be thriving high achievers. Through her method, she helps women balance the demands of life, make a bigger impact, and get bigger results without adding more stress or needing more time. She’s the host of Rising Moms (soon to be Cycle Advantage) Podcast. She can be found at www.renaefieck.com.

Today, you’ll learn why it’s so important for us to reconnect with our natural rhythms and lean into trusting what's going on inside of our bodies. Renae believes that by not paying attention to our cyclical nature, we’re neglecting our biggest asset. You’ll learn how to monitor and ultimately honor your body so that you can maximize your potential and achieve your goals without the usual hustle.

What You’ll Learn:

Turning a taboo subject into our greatest asset (4:20)
The first step to understanding your biological cycle (7:47)
How to start tracking your patterns (10:44)
The Four Cycles women experience in a month (17:07)
Signs and symptoms of misaglignment (23:20)
How to sync your activities with your cycle (35:43)

Favorite Quotes:

Even thinking about our cycle has so much shame and taboo and stigma around it in our world, that to be able to transform that into not being something that is a weakness that we have as women, but really truly one of our biggest assets has really helped me step fully into it. It has given me so much more grace, so much more space, and so much more understanding. -Renae
Regardless of what job you do or what's going on in your life, whether you're a mom with three kids or you're a single woman, understand more about how you're fundamentally wired. The patterns and cycles in your life will empower you and give you the information to create change. -Blake
We get into cycles of overwhelm, and cycles where we don't have enough time for things because we don't stop and take the time to get clear and prioritize. -Blake
We need recharging, we need connection and relationships, we need productivity. And we need to feel like we have the space to reflect back. We need all four of those pieces. So if you're letting go of one, if productivity and getting things done is more important than recharging, then something's gonna misfire at some point. All four pieces of the cycle are just as important as the other ones. -Renae
Sometimes the bravest and the biggest thing you can do is set the computer down and walk away and come back to it when your body's ready. -Renae

Guest Links:

www.renaefieck.com
www.instagram.com/renaefieck

Additional Resources:

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Are you tired of not having the balance you want in your life?

Are you feeling stuck in a work environment that's toxic?

Often when we feel this way, our first impulse is to change our environment. We start searching for new jobs and tell ourselves that things will get better. But it doesn’t take long until we recognize the same problems starting to return.

A “change of scenery” or taking a step back in your career is rarely the answer. These are just short-term solutions to bigger problems, and until you address the root cause, they will continue to follow you wherever you go, into whatever job you take.

Today, Blake explains why the changes you seek won’t be found in new jobs or title changes. You’ll hear why continuing to make career compromises is a never-ending cycle that won’t lead to permanent change, and she reveals the reasons why stress follows you into every new role. When exhaustion and dissatisfaction follow you, job after job, it’s a clear sign that you need a fresh perspective.

Real change starts with learning new habits, creating boundaries, and learning the tools that will ultimately help you do your job differently.

What You’ll Learn:

How coaches and mentors can help shed light on the possibilities that exist (2:06)
Blakes journey of discovery, from job changes to mentorship (2:43)
Why simply changing your job won’t change your situation (5:01)
The lie you have to stop telling yourself if you want better balance (7:47)

Favorite Quotes:

It wasn't until I started out on my own and ended up getting coaches that I became aware that I was sacrificing things that ultimately would never make me happy. I was trading one thing for another. —Blake
You may think that it's the stressful job or the toxic environment that is making you unhappy and creating that imbalance… But the reality is, that's only part of the situation. The other part of the situation is actually you. —Blake

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

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Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

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Do you often wonder if you have what it takes to do what you really want to?

Do you sometimes doubt that you’re qualified or strong enough to make a change?

Doubts and questions about how and if we measure up are more common than most of us realize. But when you’re able to shift your perspective and see things from a different angle, you can finally start to identify the possibilities that have always existed…you just didn’t see them there before.

Today, Blake welcomes Nicole to the program to share her experience of finding clarity, success, and more fulfillment than she ever thought was possible. Working in the tech industry left her feeling like a move to the private sector was something she wanted, but she worried whether or not she was capable of making the change. She wondered what she had to offer and if she’d be taken seriously.

That’s when Nicole made the decision to reach out and ask for help.

Through The Bridge to Fulfillment program, Nicole learned more about what she was looking for and uncovered her secret sauce. She was finally able to find her voice and make real changes in her life and career. Today, you’ll hear what made her finally decide to ask for help, how she learned to let go of her limiting beliefs, and how she gained confidence in herself and her abilities, giving her the strength to reach for transformative change.

What You’ll Learn:

How Nicole was feeling before she reached out for help (2:09)
Why your secret sauce transferable skills probably aren’t what you think (3:38)
Learning how to communicate on a deeper, more personal level (6:53)
The importance of building a solid foundation for changes to take place (10:35)
Why unlearning is just as important as learning (14:39)
The holistic changes the program has brought to Nicole’s life (23:05)

Favorite Quotes:

I was listening to your podcast a lot on my way to work, it really helped pump me up and give me hope when I was listening to those success stories. That was the first moment when I realized that there were possibilities for approaching my career through a different lens. -Nicole
My whole transformation, personally, has just been really profound. I articulate so much better than I used to. I used to get really tied up with verbal communication in general and now, here I am going into these interviews completely confident and grounded in knowing exactly who I am, what I'm capable of and what I can bring to the team. -Nicole
When we get to a place where we are really unfulfilled in our careers, we get really focused on the tactics and our circumstances. And yes, those things matter. But many times we don't realize the personal growth and the personal opportunities that we have to gain skills or shift our perspective and open up possibilities. -Blake
When you're at this crossroads, this can absolutely be the launchpad to the best next part of your life. But it only happens when you take the opportunity to really make it that way. -Blake

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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If you’ve ever suffered a toxic work situation, boss, or new leadership who just doesn’t seem to like you, it can be easy to lose all your confidence.

Especially if your confidence is tied to other people’s perspective of you/the value you bring, degrees, certifications and qualifications, the money you make, or the things you own…

But CONFIDENCE is perhaps one of the most important elements to creating a life you want.

So if you’ve begun to doubt who you are, wondering if something else is possible for you but you’re just not experiencing the confidence you need to fully understand your potential, then it might be time to ask yourself…

Where am I getting my confidence from?

Today, Blake reveals the true origins of confidence and how those ideas we hold about ourselves can often be misleading. She explains how false assumptions can result in a confidence crash, making you feel unsure about who you are and what you’re really capable of.

You’ll learn how to rebound and finally get back to a place where you feel passionate, excited, and valuable in your work and life.

What You’ll Learn:

The reasons women lose confidence in themselves (0:32)
Why outside appearances can be deceiving (2:14)
How to shift your self-confidence perspective (3:21)
Understanding the roots of your confidence (6:53)
Bouncing back from a lack of confidence (9:13)

Favorite Quotes:

Confidence is perhaps one of the most important things in creating the life you want.
When you look at your confidence from a place of understanding yourself, then you begin to realize that you can be confident regardless of what other people think.
It's a gift and an opportunity to realize the ways in which you've defined who you are and the value you bring to this world has nothing to do with your circumstances, with other people's perspectives, or with achieving things and everything to do with your own personal inherent value.

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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Most people, particularly women and women of color, simply aren’t comfortable advocating for themselves at work.

Maybe it’s because of how you were raised, or perhaps it’s generational. Or maybe you just don’t want to rock the boat. So, you wait…. hoping that one day, you’ll be recognized and get that raise or be given that promotion.

The question is why? Why don’t we know our own self worth enough to use it to our advantage as a tool for change?

The answer is simple: It’s because you just haven’t had the right combination of tools and role-models showing you that the change you seek really is possible.

Today, Blake welcomes Netta Jenkins, a leading voice in the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion field whose soaring audience engagement was doubtless a key factor in Forbes naming her as one of the top 7 anti-racism consultants in the world. Netta was featured in CIO Views publication as “The Top 10 Most Influential Black Women in Business to Follow in 2021”. An acclaimed author with a deep background in communications, leadership, and behavioral psychology, Netta has been advising corporations and audiences of all kinds for more than 15 years on the most effective strategies to address systemic racism, its traumatic impact, and the path to social justice.

In this episode, you’ll hear how Netta was encouraged from a young age to advocate for herself, despite circumstances that could have easily had the opposite effect. She shares how that strength helped catapult her to success, and how she helps others cultivate a strong, unbreakable sense of self-worth that gives them the courage to confidently change their circumstances.

What You’ll Learn:

How Netta developed her strong sense of power from an early age (4:10)
The most important element of self-advocacy (10:21)
The 3 steps you can take towards a better career path (10:08)
Moving forward through the scars of negative experiences in the workplace (20:37)
An acronym to help organizations address their root issues (26:32)
Key questions to ask during the interview process to know whether this a company you’ll be able to grow with (34:07)

Favorite Quotes:

My mother said something so pivotal, she said, “Netta I didn't bring you in this world to cry about things. I brought you in this world to create change”. -Netta
Oftentimes, we don't realize the importance of our words. But we also don't realize the importance of our belief systems and how those belief systems then create the outcomes of our lives. -Blake
What I love about the idea of self-advocacy is it's about how can I create that change? How do I be the one to move that instead of expecting somebody else to fix it. Instead of it being external, it now becomes internal. And so I can do something about it, I can be that person that creates the change. -Blake
If a patient went to their physician and asked them to write a prescription without first understanding the patient's underlying health condition, that would be a problem, right? So organizations must resist that impulse to just seek immediate relief for their symptoms, and instead focus on the core disease of what's happening. -Netta
When we understand who we are and our perspective, we can better understand other people and their perspective. And we can have empathy and we can have real conversations that bring teams together, change organizations, and create the result we actually want to create. -Blake
Organizations are going to see if they can't get it together, and start to really solve for these disparities, these systemic gaps within their organizations, they won't have an organization. -Netta

Connect with Netta Jenkins:

Website: www.nettajenkins.com

Community Space: www.ourdipper.com

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/nettajenkins/

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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What do you dream for yourself and your life? A hassle-free day at work, fewer headaches, or simply a weekend free from checking emails or responding to work-related text messages? Perhaps even a job you actually enjoy and feel energized by (or does that seem too good to be true)?

Those goals are really just the tip of the iceberg of what’s possible. For so many women, they’re the goals we strive for on a daily basis.

But the truth is that most people don’t dream BIG enough.

We tend to dream or set goals within the limits of what we know or what we’ve seen. But, there’s a whole world that exists outside of what’s known, and that’s where real fulfillment begins to take shape and transform into something much bigger.

Today, Blake challenges you to consider the unknown: What if you dreamt a little bit bigger? If your goals include financial freedom, independence, career significance, and more time to enjoy life with your family, then what’s holding you back from achieving it is the gap between what you know and what you don’t know yet.

If all you know is hustle and unfulfilling work, then you’re simply missing the pieces that can connect you to what’s actually possible. Learn how to push past the fear and take the first steps towards transformation.

What You’ll Learn:

Why most people aren’t setting their goals high enough (1:50)
Blake’s personal story of seeking change (3:29)
The potential future you could be sacrificing because of fear (6:32)
Challenge your beliefs about what’s possible (8:52)
The first step on your path to transformation (11:09)

Favorite Quotes:

“Most people's career and life goals are so much smaller than what they can actually accomplish.”
“I had a lot of beliefs and a lot of perspectives that were keeping me stuck and trapped in a life, and a career that was far less impactful than I wanted it to be. My dreams and my goals were far too small.”
“I have been able to accomplish things I would have never thought possible: Working 20 to 25 hours a week, being able to not work nights and weekends, being able to go to my kid’s events, truly waking up energized and passionate excited about what I do every day.”
“If there's anything in your life that you wish were different, or if there are things that you do because you feel like you have to or you should, or because that's the only possibility for your life, I want to challenge you that that's not true.”
“Ultimately, that contraction of what you think is possible for you is actually the thing that's keeping you stuck.”
“Every single day that you get up, that you're not living life to the fullest is another day of regret, another day of lost time, and another day that you're not able to be fully present with your family to really enjoy the life that you've been given.”

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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Finally laying your head down on a pillow at night should be a welcome relief. But for many working women, it’s become a place where our worries gather. Your body tosses & turns while your head feels like a circus of anxiety.

If you’ve ever found yourself struggling to fall asleep, or you wake up in the middle of the night with your mind racing, you’re not alone. Worry, stress, & anxiety are all too common sleep companions keeping us from getting the rest we need to wake up recharged.

But it doesn’t have to be this way.

Real rest is possible when you have the right tools to get unstuck from the mental loop.

Today, Blake explains why so many women are suffering from a lack of sleep, and what those thoughts keeping you awake at night are trying to tell you. She shares valuable tools that will help you shift that pattern in your life, and a simple exercise that’ll help you find relief tonight. You’ll learn how to pinpoint where and when you may have developed these worry habits, and how to reframe your understanding to receive them as gifts that will ultimately help you grow.

What You’ll Learn:

The impact that a lack of sleep can have on your life(0:31)
A simple practice to help relieve anxiety before going to bed (3:17)
How to view the emotions you’re experiencing in a more helpful way (5:01)
The definition of a trigger and what it feels like (6:02)
Why processing your feelings and patterns is so important (8:22)
What your sleep disruption is trying to tell you (10:09)

Favorite Quotes:

If you're not sleeping well, you can't think well and you can't live well.
We get to a place in our life where the coping mechanisms that we developed in our childhood are no longer working for us.
Most of us haven't been taught how to deal with our emotions or to honestly understand that what we feel isn't necessarily the truth.
One of the greatest gifts that you can give yourself, your family, your children and those around you is to learn how to really understand what your feelings and what your patterns are telling you and really be able to process them.
Our feelings are actually a gift. They're not scary. They're there to help us grow. They're there to help give us freedom. And when we understand how to do that, we begin to be empowered.

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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Sometimes life gives you lemons, and other times, it delivers them by the truckload. When the unexpected happens, and it feels like we’re just not catching any breaks, that’s a good indication that you’re ripe for a transformation.

Today, Blake welcomes Brittany to the program to share her story of change, and how this program has helped her recognize and step into her unique potential. A newly single mom who was suddenly forced out of her job, Brittany was doing her best to support her daughter while simultaneously going through a divorce. Like many women, she believed that in order to make a career change, it would require years of building skills and experience, perhaps even a new degree, in order to find what she truly wanted to do.

But thankfully, a little voice inside of her knew better. She took action and reached out to see what she might find if she dug a little deeper into her true values. After only 45 days, she was able to find the flexibility she wanted through remote work that allowed her to uplevel from a manager role to a director-level role. All WITH unlimited pay incentives!

In this episode, you’ll hear how Brittany did it, and how you can tap into her real-life inspiration so you can finally reach for what’s possible in your life and career!

What You’ll Learn:

Where Brittany started and why she felt compelled to start the program (2:21)
Why changing jobs just wasn’t going to be enough this time (6:20)
How Blake saw beyond Brittany’s fears and recognized her potential (11:39)
Recognizing your strengths to market yourself authentically (18:21)
How Brittany’s exciting new role ticks all of her natural talent boxes (23:25)
How the personal depth of this course made it different from previous coaching experiences (26:43)

Favorite Quotes:

I wanted so badly to reframe what was happening to me and make it a positive situation. -Brittany
It felt like I had too much on my plate to see clearly. -Brittany
I think a really great tool, when you find yourself in that position, is to find somebody that is able to coach and guide you there. I lost the ability temporarily to get myself there. It was almost fate that led me to you. -Brittany
I truly believed that if I did not make that investment, I would end up taking a job out of fear; a job that I wasn't going to be happy with, was not going to fulfill me, and maybe not even have the values that I wanted a company to have. Maybe I’d take less pay out of desperation because “any pay was better than no pay” in my head…but I knew better. -Brittany
When you have the confidence to understand who you are as a person, where you add value, and how to show that to people, you don't show up as that person that says the same canned thing that everybody else says. And that's why you stand out. -Blake
As women, and even as little girls, we're taught not to create waves, and to make everybody happy. And as a result of that, we aren't always showing up as our authentic selves. -Blake

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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If you’ve often felt pulled toward making a career change, but think you’re just too deep in your current line of work to risk transitioning, you’re not alone.

For many women, mid-career transitions often feel too risky, but the truth is that the skills and experiences you’ve already gained in your position are actually adding more value to what you have to offer. With such an abundance of experience and knowledge to share, mid-career may even be the BEST time for you to make a change.

Today, Blake breaks down the barriers and debunks the most common myths around mid-career transitions. She uncovers the root of the fears that keep us stuck and shares why transitioning in the middle or later part of your career is not only common, but can be one of the absolute best times to do so.

It’s time to move past your fears and learn how to communicate the unique skill set that only you bring to the table.

What You’ll Learn:

4 reasons why mid-career is the best time for a transition (1:11)
How to stop making fear-driven decisions (3:36)
Are you trying to accelerate with your foot on the emergency brake? (5:04)
Why you might feel stuck when all you want is change (7:22)
The real risk of staying on a path that isn’t right for you (9:12)

Favorite Quotes:

We only know what we've seen and experienced. And if you've been in the same company, role, or industry your entire career, you're limited to what your experiences and knowledge have been.
You create the life you want by going after the possibility and the opportunity.
The risk isn't in creating change. The risk actually comes from staying in a path that doesn't align.
Opportunity comes when you seek help from someone who has been there and done that and been able to do the same for others.

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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What if, instead of constantly feeling overwhelmed, you were finally able to breathe a sigh of relief and celebrate your success?

What if, rather than never feeling like you have enough time to do something just for yourself, you actually had “me” time to refresh and rejuvenate?

Imagine a life where you finally felt like you were in control, you could sit back and celebrate your achievements, and life didn’t feel so….overwhelming.

If that sounds great, but you’re thinking “that’ll never be me,” then today’s episode is just the fuel you need to spark change in your life.

For high achievers, overwhelm seems like it’s just par for the course, but normalizing consistent cycles of overwhelm isn’t the answer. Rather than settling for a quick fix, real change means getting to the root of the problem. But often, we can’t see it because we’re lacking the tools (and the time) to make such a big shift on our own.

Today, Blake asks you to think about what it would feel like if you were in control. What would it feel like if you woke up every day with peace of mind and truly felt accomplished? In this episode, you’ll learn the effects that overwhelm can have on your life, and the false assumption you might be holding on to about why you can’t reduce the responsibility that you’re carrying. She also shares an exercise with 5 tips that will help you identify what would need to happen in order to create change.

It’s time to recognize that something needs to change and you can do something about it.

What You’ll Learn:

The long-term effects of overwhelm (0:38)
What you can do when you’re feeling overwhelmed (1:00)
Our false assumptions about change (4:12)
How to take action and reduce your stress (5:46)
What it means if you’re consistently feeling overwhelmed (7:06)

Favorite Quotes:

If you are a high achiever, you may ultimately end up spending a significant portion of your life in overwhelm, paralyzing you from the very changes you need in order to create a happier, more peaceful, and more balanced life.
What would it feel like if you were in control, you had peace of mind and you truly felt accomplished?
It's important to connect to what we want to feel and what that would look like so that you can really identify what would need to happen in order to create that change.
We're assuming that we have to do certain things, we're assuming that it's going to be painful or complicated or take a lot of time, we're assuming that we have to figure it out all on our own, we're assuming that nothing can change. But that couldn't be further from the truth.
By allowing yourself time to process through your current situation, what options you have, and prioritize what will make the biggest impact, you can begin to see light at the end of the tunnel.
If you find yourself consistently getting into cycles of overwhelm, there are likely tools and knowledge that you're missing that are keeping you stuck. But you can shift those. You can get support.

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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Do you ever feel like you could be doing so much more, but your company just isn’t seeing your potential?

Feeling undervalued or underutilized is an issue many women are experiencing. Perhaps you feel like your skills or efforts are constantly being overlooked. It leaves you second-guessing what you’re capable of and questioning whether you’re in the right role.

In order to be seen and fulfill our potential, we have to know what we’re good at.

Knowing where your strengths lie holds the key to unlocking your true value. When you’re able to communicate them effectively, change has room to grow.

Today, Blake welcomes Dawn Marchand as she shares her experience of success through the program. Her journey began with a desire to take action after feeling undervalued & underutilized in her previous role. In only 4 short months, The Bridge to Fulfillment helped her pinpoint her unique skill-set, seek out a company that could benefit from it, and ultimately land a personally curated role at a salary that went far beyond her expectations.

In this episode, you’ll hear how Dawn overcame her fears before joining the program, why she eventually made the leap, and the positive ways that it’s impacted her life so far. You’ll hear how she learned to communicate her value in a way that inspired the company to create a custom-made position just for her. She also shares how she’s made an impressive 20 times the ROI through the program so far!

What You’ll Learn:

How Dawn made the decision to start the program (2:13)
Moving beyond the 2 most common fears women face about creating change (8:00)
How doors open when you’re able to truly communicate your value (10:25)
What it takes to ensure salary negotiations go in your favor (13:02)
Why The Bridge to Fulfillment stands apart from other programs of its kind (19:51)

Favorite Quotes:

I think you're very gifted at understanding the makeup of someone and what makes them successful and how they operate. And, I think that's a very unique gift that you have personally that I don't think other people in the same line of work have. -Dawn
Our realities are determined by how we habitually perceive ourselves and who we are in our roles. So, if I kept telling myself I was not going to find the right role, or it wasn't going to work, then it wasn't gonna work. -Dawn
This program has kind of given me a voice, and it has really given me my own voice. -Dawn
Far too many women believe that in order to move into a role where they're doing fulfilling work, or they have the balance they want ,or have the things that they want, that they can't also have the type of income that they want. -Blake
Far too many women are thinking negotiation is just about what happens when they give you the offer. But the reality is, it starts at the very beginning. -Blake
You come in with one idea or one perspective, a small glimpse of what it is you actually want. But through this process, we get really clear on who you are, where you're talented, and what the right environment is- and how to actually use that to maximize all of the parts of your life.

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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Sitting and hoping for change is a familiar story for so many women. In the rare moments you have to daydream on your morning commute, or between leaving the office for the day and picking the kids up from school, hope feels like the only thing you have time for. That hope, unfortunately, is part of the reason why only 14% of C-suite leaders in the United States are women. In order to see that number increase, we’ve got to do more than simply hope.

If you want to move from hoping to making things happen, gaining confidence in your abilities will activate the momentum you need to spark change.

Today, Blake welcomes Leigh Mitchell, a Diverse Talent Recruiter/Promoter and Brand Strategist. As founder of Bee Happy HR Co. Leigh manages the client experience and builds buzz for diversity-driven brands. Leigh is also the founder of Women in Biz Network where she coaches clients, speaks with influential guests on her Time to Thrive Podcast, curates mentorship initiatives, promotes Women in Biz Network’s vetted diversity-driven career board, and delivers skill-building events to a variety of audiences.

In this episode, you’ll hear Leigh share her first-hand perspective on managing the typical work/life balance before recognizing that she had more options than she realized. She talks about how change finally started to happen in her career, and the full scale of her transition into a successful business owner helping other women do the same. Leigh and Blake weigh in on the often overlooked value of the people around us, and they share how you can learn to leverage the skills of others to your advantage.

If you’re ready to stop hoping and start building the confidence you need to activate real change in your life and career, today’s episode will help you see things in a new and brighter light.

What You’ll Learn:

How Leigh recognized her unique skills and made a successful career transition (5:04)
Learning how to leverage the skills of the people around you (8:23)
How “she recovery” is impacting women and the workforce (11:12)
Advice for shifting your perspective when it comes to change (19:29)
One important question to ask yourself if you’re unhappy in your job (23:48)

Favorite Quotes:

Connect with people who can help you fill in the gaps of your knowledge and expertise and your strengths, and help you to play to your strengths. -Leigh Mitchell
We need to change the environment, to make the environment conducive for women to be at the top, and we need to actually ask for and know how to ask for what we want to create the type of change we want inside the organization. - Blake
Surround yourself with people who are doing things that you personally love and that gave you encouragement. If you surround yourself with cheerleaders, essentially that will help to encourage you to think bigger, and to not second guess yourself. - Leigh Mitchell
My needs weren't being met because I was so busy worrying about meeting everybody else's needs that I wasn't meeting my own. I wasn't living my own values. -Leigh Mitchell
When you understand the degree of what you need to be fulfilled and happy, and you understand how you work, you will not take the wrong type of job. -Blake

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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You work hard to perfect the act of juggling everything in your life and career. You try to be a great mom, a supportive spouse, a reliable friend, a helpful daughter, and a knowledgeable leader at work.

But sometimes, being on double, triple, even quadruple duty every day starts to take its toll. With little to no time for yourself, you wonder how much further you can bend until you break.

In today’s world, women continue to increase our responsibilities at work while simultaneously retaining responsibilities at home. With stress for women clocking in at 50% higher than men in the same age group, this “do-it-all” generation of women is starting to feel the strain.

Unless we demand better for ourselves, we’ll continue to be a part of the problem.

OR, we can choose to be part of the solution.

In today’s episode, Blake explores how the mounting duties of home and work-life compound, specifically in the lives of women. She reveals startling statistics about how this increasing level of responsibility is affecting our stress levels and overall health before diving into a discussion on how taking the reins and making the decision to invest in yourself is not only the solution to regaining control, but it’s also the path to clarity and ultimately, a happier, more fulfilling life for you and your family.

What You’ll Learn:

How your life and career impact one another (4:09)
Taking control of the reins and reclaiming your time (5:34)
Making the decision to invest in yourself (8:22)
How women just like you have created more fulfilling lives and careers (12:40)

Favorite Quotes:

We feel responsible for making sure our team has what they need, that we're supporting them, making sure they're developed, and they feel valuable. And then, at the end of the day, there's little to nothing left for us. And this inherently is part of the problem.
What is happening at your job impacts your life and what's happening in your life impacts your job.
If you find yourself overstressed, stretched for time, wishing and dreaming about taking a vacation just to get a break, then it's time to take the reins back in your life. It's time to reclaim your time, your energy, and your mind!
If you find yourself longing for more time to work out, take care of yourself, spend with your kids, do things with friends, or for the community, or you just want more peace of mind and energy at the end of the day, know that the solution starts with you.

Additional Resources:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

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You have a good job. On paper, everything about your life looks like success—you’re making a great income, performing at the top of your field, and quickly climbing the ladder. The only problem is that you don’t feel happy, but the thought of change has you feeling scared of what you might have to sacrifice. So instead, you keep trudging along, sucking it up at work, and hoping that the next achievement will FINALLY make you happy.

If this is how you’ve been feeling about your life and career, you’re not alone.

Following a path to success that’s been paved by others leads to disappointment and a lack of true fulfillment. If you’re wondering “Is this is as good as it gets?”, the answer is a resounding “no”.

Success is what you make it, and that starts with knowing exactly what that means for you.

In today’s episode, Blake shares why versions of success that aren’t your own will ultimately lead to disappointment. She explains why we can end up feeling guilty when we’ve “made it” but we’re still not satisfied, and how that can affect our health and our families.

With more options and flexibility than ever before, there’s no better time in history to discover what will truly make you happy (& then make it happen!). Seeking out expert help is a sign of strength, getting you where you want to go faster and with more clarity so you can ensure that your next move is the right one.

What You’ll Learn:

How to recognize when you’re lying to yourself about career satisfaction (0:31)
Redefining your definition of success (2:18)
3 things that will help you uncover your version of success (3:42)
The origins of success (4:47)

Favorite Quotes:

Too often, we get stuck believing that we just should suck it up, that it's better to sacrifice our happiness for what's comfortable or known.
Life lived based on other people's values or other people's perspectives of success will ultimately lead to health issues, a lifetime of regrets, and disconnection from the very people you care about the most.
You have the power to change your circumstances.
That desire that you have for a different life, it's there for a reason. It's the lighthouse that's beckoning you to a better future. It's only when you begin to trust that there can be something more, something better for you, that you give yourself the permission to seek it.

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Often, we feel like we need to settle in our careers. We think that if we have ONE desirable thing, we can't possibly ask for more (OR that we have to trade one for the other). For example, if you already have the flexibility you need, you might be afraid to reach for the growth you desire out of the fear of sacrificing what you already have. But with clarity, confidence, and support, you really can achieve that growth, without sacrificing the flexibility, if you just know how to communicate and position yourself to stand out in the market.

In today’s episode, Blake welcomes Ashley to share her story. Before joining the program, Ashley already had the flexibility of remote work to her advantage. She had been working part-time for the last 9 years so she could have the flexibility she needed for her family, but felt like she was sacrificing her growth and income in exchange. Through the program, she was able to maintain the flexibility she needed while simultaneously achieving growth in her career AND more than doubling her income. She learned how to take the next steps by leveraging her skills and knowing how she worked best in order to transition into a new industry. The best part? She achieved all of this in just 2 months!

What You’ll Learn:

Being clear about what you need in your next job (5:30)
Why being good at something doesn’t mean it’s what you should be doing (8:52)
Discovering your secret sauce (20:25)
Why transitioning into a new industry might be easier than you think (22:43)
How confidence can help you pave the path forward (33:10)

Favorite Quotes:

“You have to kind of go along this journey of reflecting and learning what your life's goals are, your non-negotiables, what you're willing to sacrifice, and what you're not willing to sacrifice.” —Ashley
“Just because you're doing something well at work, doesn't actually mean that that's what you're best at doing.” —Ashley
“If you're just mindlessly applying to all of these different positions, you're wasting your time. There is a better approach.” —Ashley
“There's an art and a science to networking. And if you don't have that secret sauce pitch, or you don't understand or have clarity, just talking to somebody won't open the doors for you.” —Blake
“I knew that I was worth more, that I wanted to grow, and I wanted to be compensated for what I knew I was worth.” —Ashley
“Work should be something that you're passionate about. And that work should be something that allows you to lead the life that you want and have the balance that you want.” —Blake

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When we feel unfulfilled or undervalued in our careers, it can be easy to believe that our job is the problem. More often than not, it’s actually a lack of confidence that comes from not knowing how to advocate for ourselves that is really holding us back. Gaining the knowledge and skills to advocate for ourselves is the key to escaping the endless cycle of unfulfillment and discovering the value of the talents we possess and tools that help us explain our value to others.

In today’s episode, Blake talks about the importance of advocating for yourself in the workforce. She’ll help you recognize why some of your most common workplace issues actually stem from a lack of understanding about how to advocate for yourself. You’ll learn how to communicate your value, and how advocating for your talents can help you level up your impact and income without sacrificing work life balance and flexibility.

What You’ll Learn:

Statistics to know about women in the workplace (1:29)
Reasons why women aren’t earning what we’re worth (2:40)
How to know when you’re missing opportunities to advocate for yourself (3:29)
An everyday example of advocating for yourself (6:09)
Developing the skill of asking for what you want (11:16)
Why learning how to advocate for yourself now is so important (14:55)

Favorite Quotes:

I'm so passionate about helping women understand that we are the key to transforming what's happening in corporate America.
It's our inability to speak up, our inability to push for, advocate, or ask for what we want or need that keeps us stuck in cycles where we are really allowing our work to drive our lives.
Advocating is about understanding your strengths, passions, and skills in a really deep way so that you can build a visual picture for someone else.
Understanding your value and how to advocate for it really changes the game.

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

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Most people believe that in order to make a big, meaningful career change, you have to go back to school or start over all the way at the bottom. Not only is that a myth, but it also has the potential to be a costly mistake. Transitioning in your career isn’t about spending money on another degree and starting over. In fact, it’s actually a lot more achievable than that with significantly less risk and immense gain.

In today’s episode, Blake explains why so many women fall into the trap of believing that more education brings greater career flexibility. She talks about the all-too-familiar path we tend to follow towards change, and why it doesn’t always lead to what we were looking for. If you’re looking for the most impactful route to real change, asking for help has the potential to save you time, money, and ultimately, help you finally gain peace of mind.

What You’ll Learn:

The typical path we follow when we want to create change (0:50)
The signs that you and your path are misaligned (3:27)
Why more education doesn’t necessarily lead to more professional success (6:20)
When not getting what you wanted actually turns out to be a gift (8:09)
Why it all starts with clarity about the outcome you want (9:08)

Favorite Quotes:

The problem is that the majority of the time these beliefs that we have, that we have to start over at the bottom that we have to take a huge pay cut, or we have to go back to school, they're just not true. But it's the thing that keeps us stuck for years.
You likely already have most of the skills you need to transition into a different role, industry, company, or career. But, without the right framework to uncover it, and then help you understand how to reposition yourself, you will likely miss it.
If you aren't clear on the outcome you want, and you don't have the right framework and strategy, that tactic is not going to solve the root cause of your problem.
It's not just about moving to the next job. It's about moving to the right one.

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

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If you’re feeling bored, undervalued, or stuck in your career and don’t feel like you’re growing, then it’s likely you’ve been thinking about change. But there’s a difference between simply changing jobs and actually making a change for the better. To do that, you’ll need to understand the mindset and tactics that will ensure you’re negotiating effectively to get everything you want and need.

In today’s episode, Blake reveals the mindset and tactical skills that make up the art of negotiation. You’ll learn how to uncover and communicate your value so that you can stand out from the crowd. You’ll hear how to recognize a cultural match from a company standpoint, and the importance of investing in yourself in order to gain the skills that’ll help you control the trajectory of your career.

What You’ll Learn:

Why there’s still work to do in closing the gender pay gap (0:40)
What every woman needs to understand about the negotiation process (2:03)
Recognizing whether or not you’re truly investing in yourself (3:50)
How to align your next job with your values (5:43)
The 3 key tactical tips for negotiating (10:21)
Why the negotiation process is so important to get right (11:27)

Favorite Quotes:

As women, our lack of knowledge about how to own our value and where our greatest value comes from, and truly negotiate our worth is a part of the problem. And it’s a part of the problem that we can solve.
I’ve found the key to most things in life is a mix of both tactics plus mindset.
We haven't been taught to invest in ourselves. For most of us, the last time we really significantly invested in ourselves was in college. But we invest in our kids all the time.
We must invest in ourselves in order to expect others to invest in us.
We don't realize companies are just like people. They have personalities, they have cultures, they have ways of working. And sometimes those are a fit, and sometimes they're not.
Understanding and matching yourself with the right opportunities buys you significant leverage in the negotiation process.

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

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When you know it’s time to make a change in your life and career, it’s inevitable that questions begin to arise. Is this actually the right program for me? Is this the right person to help me? Is this the right path for me? Will it be specific enough for my individual needs? How do I know it’ll work?

In today’s episode, Blake welcomes Amanda, a client who was at first skeptical of the program, but quickly realized how it was exactly what she needed. When Amanda came to us, she was completely burnt out, chasing the usual corporate dream when she finally decided it was time to gain clarity about what she really wanted. Within the first month of the program, she experienced a shift that her family and friends noticed immediately.

Today, you’ll hear exactly how the program works and the high level of tailored support you receive throughout the process from a client who at first thought it was “too good to be true.” This is an inside look into how one woman learned to set boundaries, stop feeling guilty, and take the first steps on her path towards finding a better company culture and thrive.

What You’ll Learn:

What led Amanda to seek a clearer path to change (3:54)
The two manifestations of a breakdown moment (9:57)
Answers to the questions you’ve been asking yourself about this program (12:27)
Why learning how to ask Empowered Questions will change the way you communicate (18:05)
How the program has changed Amanda’s life (20:31)
The number one reason people don’t succeed with their companies (24:36)
Why finding the right job is like finding the right partner (28:21)

Favorite Quotes:

We don't know because we're taking all these things as isolated incidences, the longer you stay in a path that's misaligned for you, the greater the risk you're at. -Blake
This wasn't just something that was happening to me. It was a pretty normal situation and a lot of women are going through it. -Amanda
There should never be a moment in this journey when you feel alone. -Blake
I am more positive, I am excited about the future. And I wasn't, before I entered this program, I was nervous about the future, I didn't know what was going to happen. -Amanda
I think the biggest mindset change for me was having an abundance mindset versus a scarcity mindset. -Amanda
Oftentimes I see women interviewing for jobs and they are so focused on wowing the company, ‘will the company like me?’ And the problem with that is we don't show up as who we really are. We show up as who we think the company wants us to be. -Blake

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If you’re going into work every day and it continues to feel like a professional and emotional drag, your instincts are likely telling you to call it quits. But before you draft up that letter of resignation, it’s important to make sure that the shift you’re about to make is based on real clarity about what you want.

In today’s episode, Blake helps you get to the bottom of the problems that changing jobs can cure in your life and the problems that it won’t actually fix. She shares the biggest fears that women have when it comes to change and potential pay cuts, and the real root of your desire for change in the first place. You’ll learn how to gain the clarity, knowledge, and the skills to leverage this unique moment in time to elevate your life and your career with genuine confidence.

What You’ll Learn:

Women share their biggest fears about making changes (2:45)
The top 5 reasons women want to leave their jobs (4:14)
The two biggest fears women have about starting over and taking a pay cut (9:04)
How to avoid taking a pay cut when you’re transitioning into something new (12:01)
The importance of knowing how to communicate your value (13:29)

Favorite Quotes:

If you aren't clear, and your secret sauce transferable skills, the things that you're naturally gifted and talented at that you drive a lot of energy drive a momentum from, and you're not aligning your work with those things, you will end up making a move only to find more of the same or worse. You have to get at the root cause.
Instead of focusing on really getting clear on what you want to do, you're looking at what you think people will hire you for. Huge mistake.
You must get clarity. You must understand your fulfillment framework, the things you truly need and want in your career and life in order to be fulfilled. That is getting at the root cause of truly understanding where your life is misaligned.
People end up taking pay cuts or end up taking roles that aren't really elevating or moving their career forward because they don't understand how to communicate their value and connect the dots for other people.
You've got to be able to understand how to position yourself to stand out and where your value truly is. Aligning your strength skills and passions and maximizing your value in the market and positioning yourself to stand out...this is where the gold is.

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

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Happiness is something we all strive for in life. Unfortunately, with busy careers to juggle and a lack of clarity about what we really want, we often feel like our lives don’t meet our definition of “happiness”. If you feel like you’re continuously chasing achievements only to realize that your excitement is short-lived, the simple answer is to make a change. But change often invokes fear, and that fear is what holds us back.

In today’s episode, Blake shares the reasons why you experience fear when it comes to the thought of making changes. You’ll learn what happens when you focus on fear, and how you can stop letting it hold you back. You’re really only one step away from making the changes that could improve your life and career, and ultimately, bring you the happiness you deserve.

What You’ll Learn:

What happens when you focus on what you don’t want (1:36)
How alignment between your life and career creates transformation (3:24)
Where to look to find solutions to your unhappiness (6:11)
Why qualifications and certifications don’t always equate to success (8:44)
How to instantaneously shake away your fears (11:13)

Favorite Quotes:

What we focus on expands. If we focus on our fears, if we focus on our doubts, we will find and create more of that.
Woman after woman after woman is proving that making a transition when you align your life and you align your career appropriately, actually creates more growth, more opportunity, more income, less hours, feeling more valued, more energized, more passionate about your life.
You're never going to create growth through thinking about fear.
It's important to understand when you're unfulfilled how to align your life with what you truly value. Because if you just keep searching for the next job to make it better, the next thing to come your way to fix it, that root cause of why you're unfulfilled, it will keep coming back over and over and over again.

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

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The events that take place in our lives happen in order to teach us something, and when we possess the courage to surrender to life’s lessons, we gain valuable wisdom that directs us towards our purpose. Life is actually happening for us, rather than to us.

In today’s episode, Blake sits down with L.Y. Marlow. Marlow is an award-winning author, sought-after empowerment advocate, and influencer whose life journey took her from a legacy of domestic violence to the opulence of corporate America. Today, she leads a life devoted to inspiring other women to embrace the lessons life offers and use that wisdom to pay it forward.

What You’ll Learn:

How tragedy opens tho the door to transformation (4:19)
Why life is happening for you, not to you (16:44)
How to own your story and start taking control of your life (20:38)
What you can do when your circumstances are causing you pain (24:59)
How to find the lesson when things don’t go your way (29:42)

Favorite Quotes:

The struggles that you might have in your personal life, in your professional life, your entrepreneurial life, in your family life...everything happens for a reason. -L.Y. Marlow
I wasn't going to shatter the glass ceiling, I was going to reinvent a new ceiling. -L.Y. Marlow
Every time we as women allow people to tell us their perspective of our own story and we don't correct it, that is happening to us, and not for us. So we’ve got to step into that truth. -L.Y. Marlow
Realizing that life is happening for you, I think when I really understood that it fundamentally shifted everything for me. -Blake
When we are in pain because of our circumstances, it is because either we are trying to control it, or we are in misalignment. -Blake
Change is preceded by saying I'm no longer willing to tolerate this. -Blake

Connect with L.Y. Marlow:

A free fear assessment and other materials to overcome your fears and find your passion, purpose, and power can be found by going to: Lymarlow.com

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How important is self-care in your life? For most women, juggling the responsibilities of work, family, and relationships leaves little time for ourselves. Unless you’re someone who grew up with a role model who demonstrated that you have to put yourself first, the instincts of self-sacrifice tend to prevail over those of self-care.

In today’s episode, Blake covers some of the most common misbeliefs that women hold on to around self-care. She explains how those beliefs might actually be creating pain and burnout, stopping us from really creating the lives that we want. She’ll help you shift your perspective so you can start to put yourself first without experiencing the guilt that often accompanies it.

What You’ll Learn:

The ripple effects of holding onto a limiting belief (1:18)
The real reason why you may not be taking care of yourself (2:50)
Why self-care is one of the most selfless things you can do (6:35)
Equipping yourself with the right tools to make a change (10:52)

Favorite Quotes:

Whenever you see a difference between what it is that you desire and what it is that you do, you can almost always guarantee that there's a limiting belief sitting there.
Our beliefs are the thing that are actually keeping us stuck. Not our lack of time, not the craziness of our schedule, not our boss or our demanding job, not our kids. It's not our circumstances.
Taking care of yourself is one of the most selfless things you can do.

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

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We hear a lot about work-life balance, but how many of us are actually living it? If you can’t keep your mind from sneaking back into the office, no matter where you are, that demonstrates a lack of balance. It leads to disconnection not only from your family but also from yourself.

In today’s episode, Blake explains why changing your circumstances doesn’t always solve the problem. If you can’t shut off work at the end of the day, it might really boil down to a lack of understanding about how you work best, what you need from your career, and what you truly want your life to look like. Many of us also lack the boundaries & habits that are required in order to achieve a better work-life balance. So today, you’ll hear important insights about change and how you can take the first step towards understanding what balance truly means for you.

What You’ll Learn:

Why changing jobs doesn’t always solve the problem (1:50)
The pitfalls of searching externally for career satisfaction (4:02)
An important lesson about change (6:46)
What you need to know about yourself in order to create meaningful change (9:57)
How to take the first step towards finding better balance in your life (12:17)

Favorite Quotes:

My biggest lesson in leaving corporate and starting my own business was that many of the behaviors, many of the frustrations that I had in corporate followed me.
When you're misaligned with the wrong culture, the wrong way of working, the wrong type of leadership... that absolutely has a significant impact on your personal happiness, your career happiness and your ability to have balance. But ultimately, the biggest lesson I learned was that I was a part of the problem. It wasn’t just my circumstances, it was also me.
Things don't change by circumstance alone.

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Have you ever moved from one job to the next hoping that things will be better? But when you get past that honeymoon phase, your excitement fizzles and you realize that you’re encountering the same problems you thought you had left behind. Whether you’re looking for better work-life balance, more upward mobility, or something that allows you to flex your natural talents, the one thing you don’t want to do is transition into the same problems that were holding you back in the first place. Before you move on to more of the same, you need clarity in order to recognize the red flags.

In today’s episode, Blake reveals the reasons why the same problems you tried to leave behind from your old job often show up in your new workplace. You’ll learn how to spot the most common red flags and understand why you might have missed them in the first place. You’ll find out how to tell if your next move could take you down a similar path, or if it’s really the change you’ve been looking for.

What You’ll Learn:

Why we often find the same problems when we change jobs (0:55)
3 types of career mismatches to avoid (2:07)
The 5 red flags that you could be missing (6:05)
How fear blinds us to what we’re really looking for (8:42)
Why you have to go deep logically, not just emotionally, about what you want (12:11)

Favorite Quotes:

“If we go into a job search, so focused on leaving what we want to walk away from instead of finding what we want to run towards... if we're so fearful that there won't be enough opportunities or that we have to take whatever comes our way, we're going to miss things.”
“If you don't understand your secret sauce transferable skills, and you don't unlock your fulfillment framework, you'll keep uncovering these small things that don't align.”
“The right fit will actually build synergy, and it will position you as the top candidate; the one who is such a great match that anyone else is a significant step down.”

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

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How often do you think about the long-term impact of the choices you make everyday? Whether it’s what you choose to eat for lunch or whether you decide to stay in a job that doesn’t inspire you, every choice you make leads to a habit, and those habits into outcomes. Habits have a greater impact on your life than you realize. But, when you think about the long-term, you can ensure that you’re creating habits that will ultimately lead you to where you want to be.

In today’s episode, Blake shares impactful words of wisdom and powerful analogies about the choices we make in our lives. She highlights examples from Darren Hardy’s book, The Compound Effect, that will make you rethink the small, everyday choices you’re making. By thinking long-term about who it is that you want to become, you can motivate yourself to make better choices today that will lead to better outcomes in your life and career.

What You’ll Learn:

How your choices affect your results (2:12)
What complaining about your job really means (4:24)
Why the external changes aren’t working (6:34)
The connection between good habits and success (8:16)
How small changes can affect our lives in big ways (11:10)
The most important question you need to be asking yourself (12:57)

Favorite Quotes:

“We spend so much time in our lives trying to get control over things. But we're focusing on the wrong things, in many cases, to get control over.”
“If you've ever worried about not being able to create success, or create what it is that you want out of your life, it's because you're not understanding fundamentally the habits, the actions necessary to get you there. ”
“Are your habits set up in a way that actually create the future that you want, or are they set up in a way that are actually taking you off course?”

You can grab Darren Hardy’s book, The Compound Effect, here.

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

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The Compound Effect (10th Anniversary Edition): Jumpstart Your Income, Your Life, Your Success

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Are you tired of late nights at work? Do you regret all of the missed opportunities you could have spent with friends or family? Does the idea of taking a vacation seem next to impossible? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then it’s time for you to make some changes. Better work-life balance is absolutely possible, and you don’t have to sacrifice your success or pay in order to achieve it.

In today’s episode, Blake challenges you to reframe your thoughts around what’s truly possible for your career. She offers words of experience and encouragement that’ll help you shift your perspective around the values you possess. This episode is a reminder that you’re capable of achieving a better, healthier work-life balance. In order to get there, you first need clarity around what it is that you really want, and a little support to help you cultivate the confidence you need to inspire change.

What You’ll Learn:

Why women feel the pressure to stay in jobs that aren’t fulfilling (2:19)
The compromise you might end up regretting (3:53)
How to shift your focus around the value you possess (6:19)
Paying attention to your wake up call (7:24)
Challenging yourself to explore the possibilities (10:09)

Favorite Quotes:

“We have an opportunity to be part of the solution. To realize that our value doesn't come from giving every single part of our lives to our job.”
“We are compromising. We are playing small. We are creating situations which will never feel fulfilled because we never actually asked for, equipped ourselves, or went after what we wanted. ”
“There's nothing wrong with you for being unfulfilled. It’s a sign and a symptom that your life is misaligned with your values.”

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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While sitting at your desk at work, have you ever momentarily drifted away and imagined doing something different? Something more fulfilling? It’s a nice place to be, and it feels so much better than where you’re sitting now. Until suddenly, reality swoops in. Your mind and body fill with fear. The endless debate once again fills you with doubt. You think to yourself “It’s just not possible...at least not without taking a pay cut or starting over” and you shift your focus back to work that drains you.

In today’s episode, Blake is here to let you know that those daydreams and desires really are possible. You have the vision, you just need the roadmap to get you there. You’ll hear the stories of women just like you who thought what they really wanted from their careers just wasn’t in the cards. But with a little outside help, the right tools and advice, change happened. And it can happen for you, too!

What You’ll Learn:

Things women are really looking for in their careers (1:43)
Why we tell ourselves we have to sacrifice to follow our dreams (4:26)
The reasons we doubt that what we want is actually possible (6:17)
Why the advice you’re seeking might be coming from the wrong places (7:09)
Where your fear of change is actually coming from (10:04)
Women like you who’ve found career significance and financial success (12:56)

Favorite Quotes:

“Never once have I ever heard a man say, I'm willing to take a step back financially so that I have more balance. I've never heard that come out of a man's mouth, but I've heard it come out of woman's mouth over and over and over again.”
“The truth is that it is possible. You just can't see that possibility because you cannot see the label from inside the bottle. We all have our own blind spots and limiting beliefs. And those very things are the things that keep us stuck, that keep us finding more and more dead ends. When it seems like there's no solution, in fact there is... we just can't find it on our own.”
“Do you want to lose the dream of something you never have? Or do you actually want to bring to fruition what you truly want? Because it doesn't have to be elusive.”

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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You’re in a career rut, so you start looking for a new job to shake things up. But, once the honeymoon phase has ended in your new role, it still kinda feels like you’re in the same rut you were trying to escape in the first place. Sound familiar?

In today’s episode, Blake shares a recent success story that illustrates the importance of clarity and confidence before making big career changes. As women, we all want to strive for better balance, more time with family, and we’d love to carve out time for hobbies and personal growth. If you want to achieve these goals, it’s about more than just a ‘change of scenery.’ It’s about changing your perspective and recognizing what you’re truly capable of.

Today, you’ll hear Naomi’s story of overcoming her fears, investing in herself, and ultimately landing her dream job and a pay increase (within just 12 weeks of starting the program!) while also maintaining a more balanced life. When we know our own worth, the possibilities are endless!

What You’ll Learn:

The wisdom in admitting that you don’t have to do it on your own (2:53)
The true cost of suffering through a career that isn’t making you happy (6:58)
What women tell themselves about work-life balance (12:35)
The ROI when you invest in yourself (14:40)
Clarity is the first step towards change (26:07)
Getting to know yourself before you make big changes (34:17)
Establishing the belief in yourself (39:37)

Favorite Quotes:

“Often, we don't understand the cost of that journey of going on our own. And I think it's a huge part of my heart to help give more transparency to that cost. ” -Blake
“You have to set your own expectations and know what you want to accomplish on a daily and weekly basis. And once you get that going, it's like you can do anything.” -Naomi
“If you find this program, you're at the point where you want to help yourself. And if you're at that point, once you hit go, it's a responsibility on you to really dedicate yourself. Because what you put in, you're going to get out.” -Naomi
“When I heard other women talk about what they were going through, it made a world of difference to me. It validated my thoughts, validated my feelings. It made me feel stronger, just being linked to these women and to go through this together.” -Naomi
“How you do one thing is how you do everything. If your work is unhappy, it bleeds into every part of your life.” -Blake

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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It’s Sunday night and you feel an awful sense of dread rising up through your body. You’ve mentally defected from weekend mode and returned to that all-too-familiar lead up to Monday. The dreaded Sunday scaries have set in. You’ve got sweaty palms, your heart starts to race, and the knots build back up in your shoulders. You wonder “Why...why do I continue to live through this cycle? There must be a way out…”

In today’s episode, Blake reminds you that you’re not alone in your Sunday scaries, offering hope by sharing her personal experience of “sucking it up” in an unfulfilling career. She outlines the familiar feelings, and the excuses you might be using because you’re afraid to pursue your more personal career aspirations. However, what we fail to realize in these moments is that holding on can actually be a lot more risky than moving on. Today, you’ll learn how to finally exit the cycle and find a better, more fulfilling, path.

What You’ll Learn:

The cycle of “sucking it up” (3:57)
Justifications you might be using to hide your unhappiness (5:57)
Knowing when you’ve reached the tipping point (9:08)
When work woes bleed into family and social situations (11:45)
The signs you’ve reached your breakdown moment (14:23)
The risk of losing your self-confidence (17:43)
How to take action today (20:31)

Favorite Quotes:

“Today, I look back and the signs and the symptoms were there for so many years that my life was misaligned with my values.”
“The tipping point becomes the time for which you are now creating, every day that you stay in this situation, that you continue to try and solve this problem on your own, that you continue to suck it up every day, every week, every month and every year, you are creating increasing financial, emotional and personal risk, the longer you continue on.”
“The shorter periods of time that you're happy, the longer periods of time that you're frustrated, the more challenges you're having from sleeping, taking care of yourself, having energy, having the time to do the things you want, all of those are signs and symptoms.”
“When you stay on a path and in a career that no longer is aligned with your values. It is a ticking time bomb, you are sitting on train tracks, and a train will come it's just a matter of time.”

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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Take a moment to step back and look at your life from a wider lens. Look at the big picture and consider your friends, family, and work life. How do you feel about what you see? If you’re feeling burned out or like you don't have the time, flexibility, or peace of mind that you wish you had, then you’re likely experiencing an imbalance. Occasional imbalances are just a part of life, but they shouldn’t be a way of life. Is what you’re experiencing due to temporary circumstances, or does it feel more like a cycle of repetition?

In today’s episode, Blake helps you understand the difference between an unbalanced season and an unbalanced life that could be steering you off course. We have the tendency to push ourselves to get it all done, but that actually results in brain fatigue. We can’t do our best work or be at full capacity when we’re not fully charged, so recognizing the difference is crucial for our wellbeing. Today, you’ll learn to recognize if it’s time for you to recharge and take back control to find the balance you need to be your best.

What You’ll Learn:
• The definition of an unbalanced season(1:55) 
• What it means if you’re continuously saying this one sentence to yourself (3:12) 
• How you’re creating brain fatigue by pushing yourself too hard (5:12) 
• Why you’re more powerful than you think you are (7:35) 
• Choosing a better way to find balance in your life (8:17) 

Favorite Quotes:

Oftentimes, we interpret what's going on as an individual circumstance. And we think, well, this is just the way it is right now. But, it will get better. But, what I see is if you zoom out and take a 30,000 feet view, oftentimes you see things that you had been missing.  
Just because something's common doesn't mean it's normal. And it also doesn't mean that there's not a better way. 
It's time that we, as women, start to realize that we have far more power and control over our lives than we've believed. 
Our circumstances are only a piece of the puzzle. Until we understand what is causing us to be imbalanced, we'll create the same pattern over and over and over again.

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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When you’re just embarking on the career phase of your life, oftentimes you don’t really feel like you have much control. Most people think it’s too early to start thinking about a long-term growth strategy. But if where you are isn’t making you happy, then staying on that path another few years probably isn’t the best way to achieve the kind of success you’re seeking, whether that’s your professional title or your personal aspirations.

In today’s episode, Blake talks to one client who chose to take the reins and direct her career in the direction that would set her up for the kind of success she wanted to achieve. Brittany was not even 10 years into her professional career when she decided it was time to seek more direction. You’ll hear her impactful story of taking charge and how she found the courage to ask for exactly what she wanted from leadership. You’ll also learn the importance of discovering your why, and how that knowledge can help take you in a direction that brings greater fulfillment to both your personal and professional life.

What You’ll Learn:

• How feeling career stuck can affect your personal life (4:39) 
• If the price you’re paying is worth the sacrifice (6:31) 
• How to save time by asking for help (8:34) 
• Why we’re not always capable of creating change on our own (13:53) 
• How clarity will help you regain control of your career path (15:55) 
• Why changes don’t have to be huge to make a difference (18:17) 
• An example of a limiting belief (20:23) 
• Understanding your “why” (25:13) 
• It’s never too early to start paving building your bridge to fulfillment (28:11) 

Favorite Quotes:

“When we go through big transformations in our careers and lives, it's both an emotional and a tactical journey. And this is why oftentimes, we believe we can do it on our own. But we really struggle to, because number one, we have blind spots, so we can't see right. And number two, there are limiting beliefs or fears or patterns that we've been living in that we will repeat. Unless, we have something that interrupts that and shifts that for us.” —Blake

2. “We actually control a lot of what we believe and we have the ability to challenge what our beliefs are.” —Blake 

“It's very easy to set your targets a lot lower than, like what you deserve, and what you are truly capable of achieving.” —Brittany 
“You gave me the advice of ‘Clarity plus empowered action can lead to endless possibilities., and I truly took that to heart and started seeing it in my day to day, whether that was in my stuff outside of work or my stuff inside of work, I was actually able to see that difference and realize, ‘Oh, I wasn't in a good place, then. That's okay. I needed that growing experience in order to get to where I'm at now. And I know not to sell myself short again.’”

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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If you’re coming home from work late, day after day, feeling emotionally drained and way too tired to do any of the things that really make you happy, you’re not alone. It’s all too common to feel down and less-than-motivated about the work you do. But, the big question is, what action will you take to change your life?

In today’s episode, Blake sits down with Victoria Song, leadership advisor to some of the most visionary founders and CEOs in Silicon valley, and influential celebrities alike. You’ll hear her personal journey of finding joy and meaning in a career that aligns with her innate superpowers after suffering her high-paying “success on paper” job for years. This episode will help you identify the current phase of your career journey, and provide actionable tips for expanding beyond the confining comfort of the corporate paycheck so that you can find the fulfillment you deserve.

What You’ll Learn:
• Aligning your career with your superpowers and finding purpose (2:48) 
• The moment you know you’re ready for change (5:45) 
• The life changing potential of hiring a coach (9:06) 
• 3 career stages that everyone experiences (19:12) 
• Why you’re never trapped in a career that isn’t aligned with who you are (21:58) 
• How to expand when you’re feeling contracted (25:33) 
• What your feelings of burnout are trying to tell you (32:23) 

Favorite Quotes:
1. I had been telling myself, “I should just appreciate where I'm at, I'm making money, I have a great job”. But as much as I tried to convince myself, I was just facing the pain of “I'm not happy”. And instead of thinking there's something wrong with me for not feeling happy at a great job, making good money, I decided to really listen. -Victoria Song 
2. When you're in phase one, it can feel like very toxic motivation. Because, not only are you drained and exhausted doing a job that you don't love, but it ripples out into your personal life. -Victoria Song 
3. We get stuck thinking that this is it. And this discontent that we start to feel in our careers and in our lives is a gift. We just don't realize it when we're in it. -Blake Schofield 

Connect with Victoria Song on Instagram @VictoriaESong, or by visiting her website, www.victoriasong.me, where you can preorder her book, Bending Reality, and get exclusive access to free techniques and exercises.

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When was the last time you felt skill-envy? Maybe someone at work has a talent you admire, or you have a family member who’s a better cook or more crafty than you are. Experiencing a touch of jealousy every now and then is normal. But, how often are you looking in the mirror and reflecting on the skills you do have?

In today’s episode, you’ll find a healthy dose of encouragement that’ll remind you of the skills you already possess. If you’re feeling trapped in your career, recognizing the talents that come naturally to you is the first step towards real change. When you’re able to see your own value, you begin to see how your unique special sauce is transferable in ways you haven’t considered before. Rather than downplaying your gifts, turn them into the keys that’ll help you move towards positive change!

What You’ll Learn:

How our assumptions of being ordinary cause us to overlook our true talents (1:10)
Turning the tables on your doubts and recognizing your worth (5:16)
Using your work skills to connect the dots in your life (7:09)
Recognizing the beauty of being at a crossroads (9:25)
How to stop feeling trapped and start aligning with what you want (10:52)

Favorite Quotes:

You can't see the label from inside the bottle. And that is so true. The things that you are naturally gifted at, your “secret sauce” transferable skills are extremely difficult to see on your own.
When you're able to understand the synergy, when you truly understand how you create success and what you naturally just do in all areas of your life, you can finally see yourself. You can connect the dots of your life.
Oftentimes, we get stuck thinking when we're unfulfilled that a tactical thing will fix it. “Do I just need a great resume”, “I just need to know how to position or communicate myself in the market”. And yes, those things are helpful, and they're important. But, if you don't fundamentally understand who you are, what you value, the impact that you make, and you don't understand how to align those things, you're just kicking a can down the road.
Far too often, we play small, we stay stuck, we compromise or we believe we're trapped because we cannot see the value we truly have.

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

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Have you found yourself thinking about making a career change a little too often? If you’re spending more time thinking about what’s wrong in your work than what’s right, then it might be the right time for you to put some serious thought into making a change. But, that’s easier said than done. You might feel like you’re risking financial security or stepping down from the ladder you’ve worked so hard to climb. But the truth is that this is your happiness on the line, and that nagging feeling isn’t going to go away on its own.

In today’s episode, you’ll hear four simple questions you can ask yourself to be able to identify whether or not it is the right time for you to make a change. You’ll also learn the key mistakes to avoid on your journey towards change. When you follow your intuition, equip yourself with the knowledge and insight of others who made the journey before you, and reach out for support and encouragement when you need it, the change you’re seeking has the potential to change not only your career, but your life, for the better.

What You’ll Learn:

The four questions that’ll help you identify if now is the right time for change (2:12)
Evaluating whether or not your career is in alignment with your life (6:23)
The role we play in our work/life imbalance (8:22)
Making fearless decisions from a possibilities mindset (10:41)
How to overcome limiting beliefs before you have a breakdown moment (13:12)
Reasons you might be feeling stuck (14:47)

Favorite Quotes:

One of the hardest parts about being unfulfilled in your career is usually that there are parts that you like and parts that you don't. Things you don't want to give up, but things that you really feel like are missing in your life. And oftentimes, we can get stuck worrying about what we have to give up, before even realizing whether that's true or not.
There absolutely are toxic environments that create situations where it feels extremely difficult, if not near impossible to have balance. Absolutely, those environments exist. But, what I find time and time again is that we are also a factor in our own imbalance and our own ability to shut work off.
In order to be able to grow and learn, you've got to be able to make decisions from a place of empowerment. Fear and progress do not exist together.

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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There are the paths well traveled, and then there are those waiting to be walked. If you’ve ever had an idea or a dream about how you’d like to shape your career, but you’ve yet to take action, you’re not alone. It’s not easy to walk away from the security of a stable paycheck and a clear trajectory up the ladder. But, if there’s something inside of you signaling that it’s time for change, then you owe it to yourself to explore that hunch.

In today’s episode you’ll hear how Cady North did just that. After a successful corporate career that wasn’t really fulfilling her, she took a time out and a leap of faith, and she never looked back. She’s a personal finance professional and founder of North Financial Advisors, and author of “The Resiliency Effect." Her story is one of resilience, pause, and unlearning in an effort to find balance and greater fulfillment in the way you choose to spend your time.

What You’ll Learn:

Why taking a break is sometimes the best medicine (2:16)
A reminder that we’re more than what we do (5:44)
The truth about risk when you’re on the wrong path (10:21)
When your body knows more than your mind is willing to admit (11:29)
Why prioritizing self-care is simpler than you think (17:44)
The benefits of unlearning (23:06)
The consequence of dreaming, rather than doing (27:05)

Favorite Quotes:

Our lens on life really starts from our childhood, and what we see and experience- we either end up recreating that, or we intentionally create the opposite. -Blake
I was actually increasing my risk every month, every year, I stayed on a path that was wrong for me. And I really didn't understand the cost to my family, and those people that I loved, as well as my health. -Blake
I had to unlearn that it was unsafe to express emotion, or to even be angry. So many of us look at some emotions “good emotions”, and others as “bad emotions”, so we stay away from them. It was an interesting process for me unlearning that anger was a bad thing. Anger, for me, is a really helpful indicator. -Cady
If your entire life is based off of dreaming about the stuff you want, but allowing the fears or the doubts, or the lack of knowledge about how to do things to stand in your way, you ultimately will lead a life that is unfulfilled. You will lead a life where you keep wondering, there should be something more. -Blake

Connect with Cady:

Check out Cady's new book, The Resiliency Effect, and get a sneak peek HERE!

OR connect with Cady on LinkedIn.

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Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

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Have you ever wondered why you believe what you believe? How we think is shaped by our lived experiences, our environment, and the people around us. By the time we reach adulthood, we assume that who we are is not changeable. But, the truth is that you really do have the power to transform your life.

In today’s episode, you’ll learn how to overcome the potentially harmful thought patterns that could be dragging you down. Once you’re able to take control of your thoughts and make your own rules about how and what you think, you’ll experience more joy, and finally possess the freedom to make a greater impact on the world around you.

What You’ll Learn:

The thought patterns that might actually be making you unhappy (1:20)
Harnessing the power to change your beliefs (3:57)
Why most people struggle to change their beliefs (5:46)
How to come to terms with your current beliefs and start to change your life (9:15)

Favorite Quotes:

Our beliefs create our thoughts, our thoughts create our actions, and our actions create our outcomes. We are actually creating our life every single day.
You choose how you are. Your brain is a muscle and you can teach your brain to work in a way that works best for you.
Your life is a mirror of what you believe.

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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What makes for a genuinely fruitful job search? Too many women apply themselves to work, send out their resumé left and right, leverage their connections…and wind up with nothing to show for it. When that happens, it's a perfect opportunity to take a step back and do some thinking on what you bring to the table - and what an ideal role should look like to you.

After being put on leave presented the opportunity to reevaluate her career, Meghan began to notice the gap between her desire for something different and a lack of understanding about what that "something" might be. But with a little bit of support and a lot of newfound clarity, Meghan was able to put herself on a path that led to not only a better job but skills and clarity that will carry through her entire career.

In this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake and Meghan cover how being furloughed and falling back into an unproductive job search cycle helped Meghan find support and figure out what she wanted, the tools, life skills, and mindset shifts that led her to greater clarity, and how a new, more profound understanding of her value has led to a one-in-a-million dream role and unshakeable confidence. Tune in for a story that will pull you out of the endless chore of sifting through job postings and help you focus on what you need to get you into your ideal position.

What You’ll Learn:

How a firsthand look at the natural work-life balance in action sparked new ideas in Meghan about what career fulfillment might look like
What you should be able to showcase during a successful job interview (hint: it's not results and statistics from your previous position)
Why the total picture presented by Meghan's experience and her skill set was the deciding factor that got her ideal job - even though the individual pieces of her resumé didn't seem like a match
And much more!

Favorite Quote:

"I'm super excited about that opportunity just to learn more and grow into the position that I have now. But I also have sort of an underlying sense of confidence about what even my next role is going to be because I know what I'm looking for, I know how to articulate my success, and I feel empowered to try new things in the future. So, that sense of fulfillment is inspiring for me." —Meghan

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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As a high achiever, how often do you find yourself feeling completely underwater? For women with lots of important work on their plate, overwhelm can be a near-daily occurrence. And unfortunately, this is often something we take for granted as a part of working life. But a little introspection and some mindset adjustments will reveal that that’s just not the case.

In this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake digs into the underlying reasons why we get overwhelmed, questions to help you analyze and identify where the overwhelming feeling comes from in your life so you can break the pattern, and the different ways in which relieving this type of stress can change your life for good. Tune in for an episode that will help you focus on the things that matter most in your day-to-day and let you breathe a little easier.

What You’ll Learn:

How to get an accurate picture of where your value comes from and how to prioritize your responsibilities correctly
Why we often can’t see (or simply don’t notice) the limiting beliefs we hold that keep us from moving forward and how to recognize them
What goes into breaking a long-standing pattern of thinking or behavior, and some of the ways that asking for help can make the process easier
And much more!

Favorite Quote:

“The most successful people don't do everything. They pick the things that matter the most, and they're successful in doing those. More and more and more does not equal better, right? What matters is the value in what you're doing.” —Blake Schofield

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Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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Who's in your corner as you navigate your career? The people you connect with within your professional world can be your biggest champions and strongest advocates if you let them - and good networking skills are the path to great connections.

In this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake covers the topic of networking, including why so many people avoid it, how to recognize the value of networking for both the giving and receiving sides of the equation, the mistakes people often make in their approach, and the opportunities that open up for you when you start to embrace networking for yourself. Listen in for a reassuring look at a frequently passed-over but incredibly beneficial part of your career journey.

What You’ll Learn:

What's behind the common fear of networking, and how to shift your mindset to excel at and embrace the practice
How to give people the tools and knowledge they need to effectively support you
Why cultivating your networking skills now can result in a positive ripple effect throughout the rest of your career
And much more!

Favorite Quote:

“Learning how to become comfortable at networking is one of the greatest ways to expand the possibilities and opportunities for your career, protect yourself because you're always able to create opportunities, build relationships, but it's also an amazing way to feel more connected, to add more value, and to be able to help people in ways maybe you haven't been able to help them before." —Blake Schofield

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Want to learn more on how to build a networking strategy that WORKS? Tune in to episode 103 HERE!

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Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

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Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

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What do you do when you realize that you’re in the wrong job but the thought of a big transition scares you? Most of the time, that fear stems from a lot of common misconceptions about yourself, your current job, and what’s possible if you make that change. But with some clarity and a strong understanding of value, you can start planning now for a more fulfilling future.

In this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake discusses the process by which you can position yourself for the next stage in your career from your current job, including how to shift your priorities to get real results without exhausting yourself, the pieces of clarity you need to make that successful transition, and what you’re risking if you decide to “suck it up” and stay in an unfulfilling position. Tune in to get some important insight on what you can achieve for the next stage of your career with a little clarity and a few key shifts.

What You’ll Learn:

What the 80/20 rule is and how you can use it to set proper boundaries and get some much-needed stress relief
How to put together a clear picture of your needs, your unique set of secret sauce transferable skills, and your value
Why short-term solutions like updating your resumé and taking a new-but-familiar job are never an effective path to what you want

And much more!

Favorite Quote:“It's critical before you make a transition that you truly understand those things about you, your career, and your life. When you understand exactly what it is that you need to be fulfilled and happy, not just in the short term, but the long term, it gives you an understanding of exactly what it is you need to be looking for.” —Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

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Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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In looking for the next big step in your career, has your age ever stopped your search in its tracks? While ageism is a common concern among women on the job market, we need to dig further down past the surface issue and into the root cause to get rid of it for good.

In this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake dives deep on how to combat ageism in the job search process, including identifying the real problems that might be blocking your way when ageism isn’t in play, the foundational elements you need to take control of your job search and stand out in the market, and how to position yourself to communicate your needs, your value and your skills, no matter what age you are. Listen in for an episode that will give you the tools to overcome bias and challenges in the job search process and end up with your ideal career match.

What You’ll Learn:

Why the reason you’re not having luck in your job search may have more to do with your strategy than with ageism, and how you can turn things around in your favor
What your secret sauce transferable skills are, what they aren't, and why you need to be able to identify and communicate them
How to build a narrow and deep job search process that helps you stand out and attract the right opportunities
And much more!

Favorite Quote:

“Learning these skills is probably one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself, because it gives you infinite control over your career, not just now, but for the rest of your future. And there's nothing more powerful than that - to not have to rely on a job board, to not have to rely on a recruiter, to not have to rely on other people, but to truly be able to create an opportunity for yourself. To truly be able to own and stand in your worth and value and to go after the right opportunities." —Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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When one phase of your career draws to a close, how do you bridge the gap and place yourself somewhere that makes you feel fulfilled and valued and allows you to make a real impact? Women facing a mid-career transition often feel intimidated or afraid of the next step - but the next step is a chance to position yourself somewhere incredible.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake puts mid-career changes in context as the opportunity for growth and fulfillment that they are, lays out the most common reasons women get stuck in this phase of their career, and shares some of the remarkable career transitions she has seen women make when they reach out and ask for help with the process. Listen in for a much-needed shot of hope and perspective in a stressful time.

What You’ll Learn:

What the data on mid-career transitions says, and how to interpret it to get a sense of what’s possible for you going forward and the value you already hold
Why clarity on your value and secret sauce transferable skills is vital to a successful career change
How to get the right help for the career transition you need to make, and how Blake’s process differs from other “tactical” coaches
And much more!

Favorite Quote:

“Most people transition multiple times in their career throughout their lifetime. And the key to a successful transition is really uncovering your secret sauce transferable skills, really understanding your fulfillment framework - what it is exactly that you need, what are those criteria that you need to truly be fulfilled in your career life, not just for the short term, but for the long term.” —Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

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Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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What You’ll Learn:

What the data on mid-career transitions says, and how to interpret it to get a sense of what’s possible for you going forward and the value you already hold
Why clarity on your value and secret sauce transferable skills is vital to a successful career change
How to get the right help for the career transition you need to make, and how Blake’s process differs from other “tactical” coaches
And much more!

Favorite Quote:

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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Did you know that around 80% of jobs are landed through networking? Given that fact, how's your networking strategy working out for you? If it isn't, there are a few simple but powerful strategies you'll want to know about.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake digs deep on the signs and symptoms you see when you aren't networking effectively, how a lack of clarity on what you want and an inability to express and understand your unique value can hurt your networking efforts, and the best way to successfully reach out to people as you look for the right opportunity. Listen in to clear away the fog around the process of networking and start using it to your advantage.

What You'll Learn

What your secret sauce transferable skills actually consist of (because it's more than just one thing you're amazing at)
Why the people around you keep sending all the wrong job opportunities your way - and what you can do to fix it
How Blake's clients are managing to land ideal jobs and huge pay increases in a less-than-favorable job market and economy
And much more!

Favorite Quote:

"This skill, networking, when learned and honed, will not only open the doors to your next job, but will open the doors to career growth and opportunity for the rest of your life. It is one I cannot highly stress enough. And honestly, if your job search isn't going well, it's one that's absolutely critical to learn." —Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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Is your current career situation lighting you up? If not, that kind of fulfillment might seem completely out of reach. It isn't, though, and the steps to get there might not be as far as you think.

At the start of her journey, Kristena's spark had gone out completely, and small shifts in her career weren't helping as much as she'd hoped. Now, she's back in control and headed in a positive, prosperous and confident direction in the knowledge of her value and what she brings to the table.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake and Kristena discuss the process of navigating the uncomfortable parts of a career change when you’ve been incredibly successful previously, the positive changes that manifested in every aspect of Kristena’s life throughout her process, and the switch that flips the moment you decide what you're willing to put up with - and what you aren't. Listen in for an episode that will help you get under the surface of what's going on in your career and figure out your best path forward.

What You’ll Learn:

What the first step towards regaining control over your career looks like, why it’s important, and how Blake teaches it differently
How Kristena began to slowly improve in her ability to articulate her skills and value in multiple settings
Why the financial side of a career change can be one of the best validating factors as you progress through your journey
And much more!

Favorite Quote:

"That whole first step of gaining control is 100% critical to the process. And then from there, you start to feel differently about yourself, you start to feel more empowered, you start to recognize that, wow, you do have value and worth where you previously maybe weren't thinking that and then from there I could start to map out, you know, gaining clarity on what my next opportunity needs to look like - you know, defining it." —Kristena

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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What makes an ideal candidate, where employers and hiring managers are concerned? It seems like the goalposts are always shifting - which is why the secret ingredient to finding a fulfilling position is simply you.

When Sheryl found herself laid off due to the COVID-19 pandemic, she felt completely adrift and unsure how to navigate the process of finding a new job. After a little guidance and a lot of self-reflection and work on identifying her skills and the things she is truly passionate about, Sheryl has a much clearer roadmap to follow as she takes her next steps.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake and Sheryl lay out valuable insight on learning to translate your skills, passion and experiences into a successful job search, the advantage you gain when you learn how to ask the right questions, and the blend of confidence in her accomplishments, a willingness to accept a helping hand, and clarity in her secret sauce transferable skills that led Sheryl toward a promising, empowering path forward in her life and career. Listen in for an interview that will open your eyes to some of the lesser-known but all-important components to success as you look for a new position.

What You’ll Learn:

What signs within Sheryl’s jobbed began to tip her off to the fact that her job might be on the line, and how being laid off during COVID affected her confidence going into job-search mode
How Sheryl’s perspective on being the person who helped others find jobs vs. being the one to ask for and accept help shifted during her journey
Why getting clarity on what you really love to do and learning how to articulate and highlight those things is an integral piece of getting to a fulfilling place in your career
And much more!

Favorite Quote:

“I think we don't feel it as a big accomplishment if we haven't had to struggle, if there hasn't been, you know, a big hill to climb - because that's kind of the narrative in stories, and there has to be some big friction or something in order for you to have this big result and for it to be celebrated, because you worked so hard for it… Look at all the fiction stories out there, look at all the true stories out there. Those are the ones that resonate with people, because you had to work so hard to get there, or you got over the hill. So if it's easy, it must not be that impressive. But I learned differently.” —Sheryl

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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When is a good change not a good change? When we’re in a situation where we aren’t fulfilled or reaching our potential, any shift might feel like a step in the right direction. But the moves that truly put you where you need to be do not have to involve a compromise of your values or desires.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake and Kerry dive deep on Kerry’s story, from losing her position due to COVID to sorting out what her ideal career situation would look and feel like moving forward, the contrast between moments that made Kerry feel capable and fulfilled vs. the realization that her current industry no longer serves her (plus the first step towards solving that problem), and how Kerry plans to move forward with her newfound clarity. Listen in for a milestone episode that may just speak to where you stand in your career - and give you some valuable action steps to take you towards your ideal situation.

What You’ll Learn:

How a set of voicemails from her family keeps Kerry grounded in the parts of her life that matter most - and how to keep perspective when your career begins to seep outside its boundaries
What makes Kerry a uniquely valuable leader and teammate in business, and the ways those secret sauce transferable skills will help her find a more fulfilling career fit
Why we compromise on our vision of the life we desire (and why the compromise is not as necessary as we think)
And much more!

Favorite Quote:
“The biggest ‘aha’ was probably knowing that, where I used to have the confidence of knowing that I could convey my value, that I need to really re-zhuzh that a little bit. I could give you my elevator speech in a heartbeat, and now that needs to be completely re-curated. And, you know, realizing that I can't lean so much on... the familiarity of how I've always done things in the past. I have to really look at things with a different lens.” —Kerry

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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Monique drastically increased her income and quality of life, gained the flexibility she needed as a single mom of four kids, and is able to use her gifts doing work she is incredibly passionate about.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Monique and Blake discuss the importance of reflecting on your values as well as your previous situation and the lessons you took from it, how Monique put her passion for creating opportunities for equity to work in her career, and the action steps behind making the thing you thought was impossible into an attainable goal. Tune in for an interview that will light a new fire under the priorities you’ve put aside because they didn’t seem practical.

What You’ll Learn:

Why celebrating the seemingly small wins in her week was integral in helping Monique combat burnout and set herself up for success
How to identify the handful of things that are truly important to you and make sure you can engage with them in your new position
What it does for your sense of what’s possible in your career to have people in your orbit who recognize your value and potential
And much more!

Favorite Quote:

“To the person that feels that they have no time for this - because I think that was a big thing for me was, like, how am I going to find the time - I would say, understand how important your time is and how you're spending it in your present day. If your present day is stress, if your present day is not allowing you to really pause and be the person that you need to be whether it is at home or at work or both, you know, understand that it's worth it to put in a little bit of extra effort upfront so that that long-term vision is something that you can say you're happy with.” —Monique

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

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Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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Think for a moment about the worst manager you’ve ever had…what made them so terrible? How did you handle it? Or if you didn’t handle it, how much did you put up with, and what was the overall impact on your life?

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake dives into the uncertainty and exhaustion faced by many women who are dealing with frustrating management, getting the right help to get out of that situation (in whatever way is right for that situation), the puzzle pieces about which you’ll need some clarity to handle the problem, and the positive impact that is made possible when you can effectively lead your leaders. Listen in for a crucial wake-up call directed at everyone who operates in a workplace, whether you have managers, you are a manager, or you’ve ever struggled with a manager.

What You’ll Learn:

Why awareness is the most vital tool for getting you out of a bad situation with a difficult manager - and how a lack of awareness cripple you
How to use strategic, effective communication to deal with your tough management scenario head-on, potentially saving you an unnecessary career shift
What you need to know about your position as a person who works under a manager - what your options are, what you should be analyzing, and why you’re actually the one in control
And much more!

Favorite Quote:

“Having peace of mind is really important. If you feel that your job is at risk, or that you're at risk every day when you go to work, that level of stress that you are causing on yourself and your body is absolutely impacting your health, your ability to have clarity and confidence and peace of mind. And if you've been living that way for an extended period of time, it is really sucking away your life.” —Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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When you think about a career transition, does the phrase “leap of faith” come to mind? That’s a very common misconception. It’s the idea that there’s no way to know what you’re getting into with a new role until you’re already in it. And it’s an idea we need to reevaluate.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake lays out the secret to knowing whether or not the grass is greener in that other job you’re considering before you commit to a change, tools to help you develop the clarity you need to get you successfully through your career crossroads, and breaking down the roadblocks that keep us from achieving alignment and a deeper understanding of ourselves. Tune in for an episode that will give you an invaluable toolbox for figuring out where you belong (and where you’ll truly thrive).

What You’ll Learn:

Why a lack of job interview skills on your part puts everyone involved at a disadvantage (not least of all, you)
How to adjust the way you think about your next job in order to make sure that it’s actually fulfilling - not just something you could plausibly be good at
What shifts in our lives when we are able to sit down with ourselves and get clear on our value, skills, and non-negotiables
And much more!

Favorite Quote:

“When I talk to so many women about being unfulfilled in their careers, it comes down to your life always being misaligned with your values or your natural disposition. And the reason we get into those spots is either we don't understand ourselves well enough to really know what it is we want and need, or we are telling ourselves that what we want is impossible and so we're continuing to put ourselves in a cycle that's making us unfulfilled or unhappy and thinking that that's the only way That's just not true.” —Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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Why do you do what you do? So many women continue on in their present careers because, after years in the field, that seems to be all they are cut out for. Little do they know, this is exactly the kind of mindset that holds them back from finding fulfillment based on their own unique value.

After a decade as an educator, Stephanie was barrelling towards burnout. She felt stuck - and doubtful about the possibility of getting to a better spot professionally. But a change in perspective, some guidance and a lot of clarity changed everything.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake and Stephanie cover the steps that helped Stephanie overcome the feeling of being trapped and pigeonholed in her career, why clarity and a long-term perspective are essential tools for anyone who is considering a big change, and what how asking for help and investing in her own fulfillment has equipped Stephanie to move confidently in the direction of her goals and her best possible career. Tune in for an uplifting episode that will motivate you to put your doubts aside and embrace liberating clarity.

What You’ll Learn:

How simple (but impactful) shifts in your time management and overall priorities can give you back an incredible amount of control over your life
Why all the “smart forward moves” in the world won’t get you where you want to be if they’re missing one key ingredient
What to evaluate in yourself and your life as you think about making a significant investment in you (especially if you’re unclear on the returns)
And much more!

Favorite Quote:

“I think that we know certain things that we like, certain things that we don't like. I think we have hobbies, but I don't think most of us really sit and take the time to think, ‘Sure, I like cooking, but is this something that I could do every second of every day for the rest of my life?’ Which is, you know, a simple way to put it, but I think it's important for a lot of us, especially women, to sit down and really challenge ourselves to think, ‘What personally fulfills me?’ And now that I'm on the other side, it's totally different than what I thought was personally fulfilling for me when I started. So, yeah, I think it's a deep dive that we all should challenge ourselves to do.” —Stephanie

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

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Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

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What's your New Year's resolution this year?

Lots of us will promise to lose weight, work out regularly or read more. Most of us will forget about those promises by February. Because the fact is, they don't matter. We need to go deeper and do the work to set goals and intentions that will make a real impact on our lives.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake breaks down the best ways to look forward to our goals for the new year, learning to let go of the unnecessary things over the course of 2020 and further to the future, and the tools you'll need in order to create a mindset that allows you to create a life filled with the things that matter to you. Listen in to start learning from the ups and downs of 2020 and open 2021 with a sense of joy and purpose.

What You'll Learn:

Why Blake isn't a fan of New Year's resolutions, and an alternate strategy for creating goals you'll actually be able to stick with
How the chaos of 2020 actually lent itself to a tremendous amount of clarity in those who were receptive to it
What you can do within yourself to get your priorities in order and set the stage for lasting, fulfilling changes in your life
And much more!

Favorite Quote:

"Through this process of committing to letting go of the things that no longer serve me, I've ultimately found a peace of mind, a speed and an ability to let things happen, a clarity and peace of mind about what really matters and where I spend my time and energy. And ultimately, I know that this foundation will set for a really amazing 2021 and beyond." —Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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With all the distance we've had to put between ourselves and other people this year, how many interactions have you had lately where you felt you were fully present and connected? Our ability to be present and active in our own interactions has been eroding since long before 2020, lowered by our phones, our jobs and every other stressor we face daily. How, then, do we find our way back?

Terri Lonowski is the founder of Soulful Listening, and her career has taken her from serving as the chair of the American Counseling Association Foundation to a gubernatorial appointment to the State Workforce Investment Board, to coaching teams across the nation (including two visits to the White House). Terri devotes her wisdom and energy to healing the communication divide that we, as human beings, experience in our relationships.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake and Terri dig into the vital role that active, present, compassionate listening plays in modeling a world of possibilities for young people, the five elements of soulful listening and how the framework impacts our relationships (especially in this time of social separation), and the process of repairing a relationship that has been damaged by a lack of presence. Tune in to start learning a priceless skill you may never have thought you needed to learn.

What You'll Learn:

How a wise family figure in Terri's childhood completely revolutionized her idea her own future and what she might achieve by lending an open ear an observant eye
What you can do in this moment to take small-but-important mental and even physical steps towards becoming present in a way that nurtures both yourself and those around you
Why women have the exceptional ability to instill practices of gratitude, positivity and confidence within their families to change the entire dynamic of the family unit (and some ideas for inspiration)
And much more!

Favorite Quote:

"Empathy is really walking in the shoes of another...When we have that empathy, when we take the position of another, it gives us a new perspective from which to view their vantage point. And also it can kind of expand us and stretch us into a broader version of ourselves as well. And then the act of listening, you know, you're parroting back what you're hearing a person say, so you really are affirming that what you think you heard was what the individual that you're having a conversation with intended to say." —Terri Lonowski

Connect with Terri:

To connect with and learn more about Terri Lonowski, visit: Soulfullistening.com

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Are you mentally reaching out for something new in your career, or are you just feeling unsatisfied and ready for a change? For those of us who find ourselves going through the motions day after day, the thought of making a huge pivot to get to a better spot is uncertain and frightening. But micro-moves aren’t enough - and you would be surprised how many intriguing options open up when you gain a little clarity.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake and Genna lay out Genna’s journey to the perfect career fit for her, including the common misconception that yet another minor move will fix a stagnant work situation, the tools that helped her instill intention and true presence in every part of her life, and how the incredible clarity she has gained from investing in herself through this process impacts Genna’s life for the better every single day. Tune in to recalibrate your idea of what’s possible for you when you’re able to stand confidently in your value and your passion.

What You’ll Learn:

What first tipped Genna off to the need for a new perspective and new habits where her career was concerned (and how the events of 2020 brought the realization about)
Why knowing what you don’t want in your next position usually isn’t enough, and how to find clarity around what you do want
How Genna found for herself the freedom to explore the entrepreneurial instinct she has always had, and how she custom-built her next step from the options that energize her
And much more!

Favorite Quote:

“I'm an analyzer. I'm an internal processor, I love to solve problems, but I like to do that independently. And I was stuck - clearly, I was stuck. I didn't know what the answer was. I knew what I wanted to move away from, but I didn't know what I wanted to move towards. And so just starting to say some of those things out loud, even something as simple as getting some new language and new words to use to describe what I was feeling was really helpful, and to think differently about my skill set outside of the industry that I had been in for so long.” —Genna B.

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

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Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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Is a yearly or even quarterly bout of burnout normal for you? Most of us accept these episodes as a normal part of our career, never realizing that we have the power to make them stop and quit compromising our health, relationships and even our happiness to these unhealthy patterns.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake tackles the subject of burnout, including the reasons we suffer from burnout - and the reasons we don't, the belief systems and lack of clarity that keep us standing in our own way, and how to break the burnout cycle and begin to move into productivity, peace and freedom. Tune in to stop experiencing the exhaustion, anxiety and helplessness that come with burnout - for good.

What You'll Learn:

Why a purely tactical approach is not going to be enough to keep you from continuing to experience burnout (and the piece of the puzzle you're missing)
What losing yourself to a bout with burnout looks like, and the signs that will tell you if it's beginning to happen to you
How getting your questions answered and making a commitment to your own forward progress and peace of mind will completely transform your life, both inside and out
And much more!

Favorite Quote:

"You see, the thing I didn't know then that I know now, and I help my clients understand everyday, is the answer to burnout doesn't lie with your circumstances. And it isn't out of your control. No matter how difficult your boss is, or how demanding your job is. The answer lies with you." —Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

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Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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How do you greet the morning on days you have to work? Are you excited about the possibility to get up and get to it, or do you dread the idea of another day in your current career?

Too many of us experience the latter feeling every day - and Amy used to be no exception, until she found a way to turn a corner in her career that brought her more possibilities and benefits than she had previously thought possible.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake and Amy dig into the mental and behavioral shifts that helped Amy make real progress in her career transition, how to set your expectations for the job you want, find out the important details and position yourself well, and the mindset and habits Amy has in place that help her be successful as she's working from home. Listen in for an interview that will help you reimagine what's possible for you and your career.

What You'll Learn:

How Amy began to recognize the "blind spots" in the way she valued herself, and the steps she took to fix them
Why a job in an industry Amy had zero experience with turned out to be her perfect career match (no, relevant experience is not the most important factor)
What a fulfilling career move did for every part of Amy's life, beyond just her work performance
And much more!

Favorite Quote:

"I think that I would have to tell my [old] self that all of the enjoyment and passion that I once had for being able to go into work would return, that it would come back, and that I would be able to feel kind of like my old self again, to be excited to see what, you know, the day brought and what that new adventure was - because I couldn't see outside of just making it through those eight hours each day, I couldn't see what the bigger picture was. And so I think being able to tell myself, like, you need to go back to thinking bigger, and stop limiting yourself to just making it through the day." —Amy

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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How often do you invest in the people around you? Spouse, kids, coworkers, clients… when you put all your resources into caring for others, an investment in yourself (whatever it might be) can begin to seem both implausible and not worth it. While there's no way to be sure, there are ways to approach the concept to give yourself an answer you can feel good about.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake digs into how you can be sure that you will see amazing benefits from investing in yourself, identifying patterns in your own life to develop a holistic viewpoint, and refocusing your priorities to look at the long-term ROI of a fulfilling, well-aligned investment in yourself. Listen in to take a step towards turning that impactful self-investment into the next part of your journey.

What You'll Learn:

Why seeking help as you begin to sort through the idea of investing in yourself is well worth it, and what to look for as you seek that help
How to make sure the investment you're considering making in yourself will align with your wants and needs
What to ask yourself as you look at the long-term ROI of an investment in yourself
And much more!

Favorite Quote:

"So often when we get stressed or anxiety about making a decision or making a change in our lives, our brains really trick us into believing that if we make a decision, that decision is permanent and final and there's no adaptability, or nothing that can change. And that is 100% false. So when we fear not being successful, it's because we fear we'll make a decision, and then we'll have no ability to change the course of that, which is just really not true. You have the ability every day to get up and learn and adapt. Every day you are given the opportunity to create the future that you want." —Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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What do you look forward to every morning? What gets you up and excited to meet the day? If you don’t have a solid answer, it’s time to ask yourself why. You deserve a life filled with work you love and challenges you can meet with intention and energy.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake sheds some light on getting where you want to be in life, including topics like recognizing the impact of every day when it’s easy to just go through the motions, acknowledging your skills, talents and potential to move successfully forward, and goals you can set to mark your journey and your upward trajectory, wherever you want life to take you. Listen in to remind yourself of the power you have to build a life that excites you, energizes you and fills you with purpose.

What You’ll Learn:

Why the majority of Blake’s clients are in the middle of middle age, and the clarity and intention that can come out of your mindset at that point in life
What’s happening in our minds to keep us stuck in one place day to day, even if we wish to be doing something different or more fulfilling
How having some support as you navigate your current place in life and plan for a new chapter can make the process both easier and more effective
And much more!

Favorite Quote:

“There are a lot of things in life that we can't control. But we actually have control and the ability to create change in so many more significant ways than we usually see, take credit or take action on. You know, we can't change everything. But we don't need to, what we need to do is be able to be empowered to take control of our lives, our circumstances, and create the future that we want.” —Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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What’s the biggest change you’ve faced since the start of this pandemic? Whatever it was, did you let it stop your progress? Or did you find a way to move past it and continue to succeed?

Nicola Watson is a business owner, full-time mom and a frequent guest of the show. She is back today to shed some light on the turns this year has taken for her, and how she has learned to deal with each one.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake and Nicola sit down together to talk about how healthy shifts in time, schedule and workload get made by working moms in quarantine, rising to the current challenge of “adapt or fail” as a business owner, and all the things Nicola has learned and gained over the course of her journey as an entrepreneur, plus her hopes and goals for the future.

What You’ll Learn:

How Nicola prioritizes her responsibilities to get everything done in the new world post-COVID (including her responsibility for her own self-care)
What students may gain from coaches who have talents and skill sets directly in opposition to their own
Why self-awareness has been the guiding light and the key to Nicola’s continued success, and how it manifests itself in her business and her personal life
And much more!

Favorite Quote:

“There is always a silver lining, you just have to sit there and find what it is. There's always a reason for what you're going through. And it's your responsibility to figure out what the benefit is. Even from the perspective of our mother, a lot of us have to stay home and homeschool or, even if not to homeschool, you have to be online with your child. But yeah, you can think about what the benefits are. I'm now actively involved in what she's learning, so I can help her to learn better… So, even though it's not an ideal situation, it's important to stay in a positive frame of mind and see what the silver lining is.” —Nicola Watson

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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Are you someone who loves to work from home, or has the new arrangement we’ve gotten used to during the pandemic completely shaken up the separation of your job from the rest of your life? It can be hard to set clear boundaries at work when work is so close to home, but it is both possible and necessary to do so in a way that works for you.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake discusses the common areas of complexity that surround the search for work-life harmony - particularly while so many of us are working from home - including the internal and external pieces you need in place to keep work separate from the rest of your life, the questions you need to be asking yourself in order to instill boundaries without coming off badly, and the first step you need to take to gain some momentum and find new solutions. Listen in to start clearing away the stress and confusion caused by your less-than-ideal work situation.

What You’ll Learn:

How a work environment that isn’t properly confined to its place can ultimately lead you to burnout
Why asking the wrong question may actually end up landing you in the cycle you were hoping to escape in the first place
What you can’t change about your work situation, what you do, in fact, have control over - and how to tell the difference
And much more!

Favorite Quote:

“It can become so easy to believe it's our boss's fault. It's this project’s fault. It's COVID’s fault. It's the fact that you don't have a great workspace wherever you live. We can put [the blame] on a lot of things. But you can't actually change those things. You can only change your actions, your beliefs, and your behaviors. And the good news is, that alone is enough.” —Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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Do you know what makes you special? Knowing and expressing our past experience, gifts and what we bring to the table in our careers is one of the hardest parts of making a successful career transition - and it’s also one of the most vital.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake dives into the practice of building effective bridge stories, including ways you can discover and communicate your unique set of transferable skills, developing clarity about your individual value (your experiences, lens and wants or needs) as well as about the environment around you (target skills and criteria that companies are looking for), and reducing friction while creating synergy to find the fulfilling career step you’re seeking. Tune in to get clear on what makes you uniquely you and how to show all that brilliance to the people who need to see it.

You’ll Learn

Why the simple willingness to outwork everyone else at your job is not part of what makes you unique
What mistakes women often make when trying to position and market themselves well while interviewing for jobs or even just networking
How to go about asking the right questions to find the right job for you, rather than focusing on “fixing” your resume
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“The skill of understanding who you are, how you naturally work best, what that right environment is for you and how to understand, how to communicate that in a way that really builds that synergy and helps the other person clearly see it as if they were watching a movie, will open up so many doors for your future - so many doors today and so many doors tomorrow to really enable you to maximize your potential, get on the right path and really be able to stand and live in your value.”

- Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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How has COVID impacted your career? Some of us were lucky enough to hang onto our jobs and continue on the same path. But some of us found ourselves violently placed in unfamiliar territory.

When Karen reached out for help, she had just lost her job after 32 years at the same company. She felt scared, lost, and alone - but she did the work and gained the clarity and confidence she needed to move forward in her job search.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Karen and Blake dig into the moment Karen began to realize that positive change and fulfillment was possible for her, the mindset shift from forging the path forward on her own to asking for support (plus all the tremendous ways that decision paid off), and the process of re-acquainting yourself with your goals, your priorities and your own incredible skills and value. Tune in for an inspiring story that might feel very familiar this year.

You’ll Learn

How the place that feels like the end of the road for everything you’re familiar with can actually be the catalyst for countless opportunities
What the job search looks like when you can confidently stand in your skills and values - and when you refuse to settle
Why placing your unique personality and all that goes with it at the center of your career shift is the best marketing move you can make
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“I've learned that through this whole experience - be yourself and show your secret sauce. Because we all have something different to offer, we all have something that is different about us that will be huge to somebody out there; and you will find that right place, and I'm confident that I will find that right fit. I'm not afraid anymore. I'm not afraid to go out there and find what I need to find and find what I'm looking for, because it's there.”

- Karen Beebe

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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When was the last time you were called a "perfectionist"? For too many driven women, perfectionism manifests itself internally as constant second-guessing and anxiety. It clouds our judgment and freezes us where we stand. How much more could you achieve if you didn't have that barrier in your way?

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake dives into how we get stuck in place when we constantly doubt and second-guess ourselves, finding a framework to walk towards rather than a crystal-clear destination, and ways to cultivate clarity around your needs and priorities so you can find a path to fulfillment rather than just treading water. Listen in to finally find a way out of your own head.

You’ll Learn

Why Blake’s relentless attention to detail and need to research every option wasn’t necessarily the strength she considered it to be
How we get ourselves stuck in a mental spiral (and which signs to recognize so you can nip the next one in the bud)
What radical changes you begin to see when you manage to push past the need to doubt yourself and hold your future back
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“I believed I was the person who was just a type-A perfectionist and just analytical, I just have to do things this way. And it wasn't true of me, and if you suffer from that, it likely isn't true of you either. Can you just imagine what life would be like if you knew and could stand in that confidence and make decisions quickly and easily to move yourself forward, and not suffer from that constant second-guessing or doubt? I'm telling you, it's absolutely life-changing.”

- Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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“There’s a common misbelief that if you do work that helps people, it doesn’t pay well.”

For a huge chunk of her career, Jennie Nash struggled to make money as a writer, despite her success in scoring book deals. What she did learn during her years writing, however, was the ins-and-outs of the publishing world. Since then, she has put that knowledge to work coaching many big names in the industry, building her company Author Accelerator into a multi-six-figure book coaching business and teaching others to do the same.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake and Jennie dig into Jennie’s evolution from failed big ideas, to a shift in how she perceived her work and its worth, to coming into her own as an entrepreneur and mentor to her clients and embracing the reality that everything is a process to be refined as we learn and progress forward. Tune in for an impactful discussion on your value and the value of your mistakes.

You’ll Learn

How Jennie began to navigate and codify the best of the creative process to help her clients (and herself) put it to work
What beliefs and doubts and habits we are so often susceptible to, and need to work on, in order to stand in our own value and communicate that value to others
Why an accidental coaching enrollment changed Jennie’s outlook and her business itself in a massive way
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“What I do is not just help you write a book; I help you find your voice. I help you raise your voice, I help you overcome the doubt that you have anything worthwhile to say, I help you figure out what really matters to you, what you really want to convey to people. Doing that work inevitably gets to very personal, emotional, long-standing things that someone is trying to breakthrough. That's what I was helping [writers] do. I would feel the transformation I was helping them with, I would see the results… And I had to understand the real value that I was bringing, and what that value was, and what it meant to people. [I had to] raise my rates and change the whole business strategy that I had around it in order to bring those rates up to what they really needed to be.”

- Jennie Nash

Connect with Jennie:

To get matched with a book coach who can help you write your story, go to AuthorAccelerator.com.
To learn more about how YOU can become a book coach, check out: Bookcoaches.com.

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Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

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Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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Massive amounts of people were furloughed during the pandemic, stuck with nothing to do but worry about the future, and no clue as to how they might get back to the career they had….

When COVID hit and Robin was furloughed, she sat wondering if she’d have a job left when the dust settled. She spent her time job searching, only to find “more of the same,” or roles she worried she didn’t qualify for. Robin was skeptical on whether a career coach was what she needed-- she didn’t believe she needed clarity, and she wasn’t even sure what that meant.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake and Robin discuss the self-defeating beliefs that keep us motionless when we’re at a low point, gaining the clarity needed to find the way back to our purpose, and how the lessons we learn are passed down through generations after us. Tune in to be inspired by Robin’s journey from an emotional black hole to her dream job.

You’ll Learn

Why we allow our search for career fulfillment to be guided by a lot of external factors, rather than our own value, and how to break free from that habit
How Robin found the courage to begin investing in herself, and the impact the decision has made on her life
What happens when you learn to recognize and own your special skill sets, and the difference you’ll see in your career path
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“To get help doesn’t make you weak, it does not make you an outcast, it doesn’t make you wrong. It makes you a person that believes so much in yourself that you get to a point where you know, ‘I can’t do this alone.’ And so, you then say, ‘I’ve got to get some help,’ and you feel okay, inside your whole soul, enough to ask for it or go after it.”

- Robin

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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“What we hold onto tightly is often what holds us back” - Wendy Pope

Uncovering the right time to make a career change is never easy...life always seems to be in the way - but take some time to ask yourself the right questions and watch the opportunities unfold.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake digs into the question of when the right time will be to make a change, including the signs to look for, the obstacles we believe are standing in our way, and why we have to let go of our career security blankets to move forward. Tune in for a little affirmation and a lot of motivation.

You’ll Learn

Why the “I’ll be happy when” excuse we all use isn’t based in reality, and how it holds us back
What you put at risk in your life when you try to tough it out in an unsustainable career situation
How starting a journey without a clear understanding of your value just leads you in a circle
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“You believe today time is a barrier to you. And that one day, if you get enough time, you can do it. I'm here to tell you that you already have the time, you just need to learn how to repurpose it. You need to learn the right skills, tools and habits that you're missing, to enable you to get that better balance, even in the same circumstance.”

- Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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It is common to believe transitioning our careers means we’ll have to take a big pay cut, a step back in impact or a leap of faith...but just because some people make that choice, doesn’t mean it is the only one available. There is another choice - a better one, in fact.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake tackles the topic of transitioning your career without taking a big step backwards, including the mental blocks that keep us stuck, the factors that uniquely set her clients up for success and fulfillment, and the power you gain back when you hold your own roadmap in your hands. Listen in to stop worrying needlessly about the next big step and start getting ready to take it.

You’ll Learn

What we actually need to be focused on when considering our next career move (hint - it isn't the paycheck)
How to do the internal work to understand your values, skills and priorities instead of relying on the external job search itself
Why we so often feel paralyzed with fear and rooted in place when we think about making a big change in our career
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“We get stuck because we don't know the way and we worry about these unknown risks. Instead, I want you to know that transitioning into your next path can actually be freeing. It can be life-changing. And it actually can elevate your career and your life. But it requires a different approach. You know that old saying, 'You can't get different results doing the same thing'? 100% true.”

- Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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Work life balance is always a hot topic...but amidst this pandemic and the shift of working from home, the risk of burnout, depression and an all-out war is building for working moms. COVID is the great accelerator - the cracks in the foundation are now starting to become full-fledged gaps.

So what do you do about it when you feel stuck in Groundhog Day, are overwhelmed with your workload and don’t feel like you are able to separate life from work? It’s time for a change - and it starts with getting clear on the root cause of the issue and what you really want for your life.

On this episode of the Bridge to Fulfillment podcast, Blake discusses the chronic stress and huge potential for burnout that a lot of working women are experiencing in the days of COVID, taking a deep dive into the shift towards clarity that will help you navigate the chaos, and the massive positive changes you can reap for yourself with the right effort in the right places. Tune in for a boost of insight and energy to push you through these difficult days.

You’ll Learn

How to identify the specific factors causing your overwhelm and the never-ending backlog of work
Why boundaries are the golden key to empowering yourself and the people around you in your career (and why this goes double during the pandemic)
What the biggest risks that stand in the way of your progress look like and how to clear them away
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“Your values are your natural way of working. When you can get clear on what's driving the overwhelm and burnout and work on the root causes, then you can begin to see the forest for the trees.”

- Blake Schofield

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Making career moves is hard at any point in life - but if you're making a change after 20+ years working, and getting little to no feedback from potential employers who won't hire you, it's all too easy to fill in some blanks…

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake addresses the subject of perceived ageism as you make a necessary career transition and tells the story of Libby, a client who found her ideal role with clarity, an understanding of her own value, and a refusal to settle. Listen in to get a new perspective on the obstacles in your career path, and how to take them on as only you can.

You’ll Learn

Why our most unique and valuable skills are often the hardest to articulate
What you have control over in the job market, what you don't, and how to tell the difference
How Libby went from having no confidence in her ability to position herself to setting the gold standard for interviews at her new job
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“This is what happens when you understand your secret sauce transferable skills. This is what happens when you have clarity on what you want, and your highest value in the market and you know how to position and move yourself forward. That's how you get hiring managers interested in you. That's how doors open. And that's how you transition into a role that's not only the right one for you, but where you really maximize your impact and your income.”

- Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

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Are you clear enough on what you want to be able to transition into a new career? Maybe this sounds familiar:

"I could have told you that I wanted better work/life balance, to be more present with my family, work that felt challenging, creative & made a difference. I wanted work that allowed me to leverage my passion for developing and helping others."

But if you are defining your next path by general standards like those, they likely won't be enough for you.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake digs into leveraging your skills to successfully transition careers, the insights you need in order to make that life-changing move, and the small-but-impactful perspective shifts that can open up a world of possibilities. Tune in for an encouraging look at what it takes to seize the career you've been working so hard to reach.

You’ll Learn:

How our own perceptions of the roles we occupy in life can keep us stuck in the wrong place for too long
What mistakes driven women often make that slow their progress towards a goal (or just a good career move)
Why alignment within yourself and with the work is the golden key to a more fulfilling
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“So many people believe transitioning careers has to be a big leap or that you have to start over, but that really isn't true. The foundation of your future is likely already sitting there. It's just hidden in plain sight, and you can't see it because you cannot see the label from inside the bottle.” —Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

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Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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It was March 14, 2020, the office was closed down due to COVID and Patrice, an HR professional, found herself homeschooling her two kids, stressed out to the max.

She was searching for how to make the best of the situation and what the right path was for herself because she was tired of feeling emotionally detached from her work and sacrificing her family time. It was then that she made a life-changing decision - one that, in just three short months, challenged everything she believed about what was necessary in order to do the work she was passionate about AND make a great income.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake and Patrice discuss how Patrice began the process of learning to trust and value herself and what she has to offer, understanding that none of us are alone when we struggle (and how to reach out and find a helping hand), and being okay with the fact that your journey is an amazing work in progress. Tune in for a firsthand look at a life that changed for the better with a few key mindset shifts.

You’ll Learn

Why the COVID quarantine brought about increased introspection, internal struggle and general life reevaluation in a lot of people
How Blake and Patrice worked together to get a clear picture of a path forward that was based in value recognition, clarity and alignment
What parameters you need to consider to make sure you’re prioritizing the things you care about (not to mention your own self)
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“Before, feeling stuck was hard for me. I felt like walls were closing in... So, me feeling like I now have a new lease on life in a way like to be able to own my own destiny is incredible to me, it's life changing. To be able to see myself in a light I just wasn't seeing myself before is the biggest life change for me in the last three months. And I'm really proud of it. Because when COVID hit, I wasn't sure. And all of the stressors many people out there are experiencing right now, many of those stressors were overwhelming. And stopping and getting clear about who I am and what I want gave me the confidence to then go and do it.”

- Patrice

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If you’ve been around a while, you know the feeling of jumping to take another job, hoping this next move will finally be “it” only to find out 6-12 months later that you are back in the same spot - or worse.

When jumping to another job isn’t the answer, this is what you need to do.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake lays out the recipe for a successful career transition, including a strategy and framework that aligns with you and your skills and values, the necessity of a trustworthy outside viewpoint to help you through, and the peace of mind, time, energy and more that you gain when you decide to invest in yourself. Tune in to settle your anxiety about the next step and take whatever comes your way with confidence.

You’ll Learn

Why we may find ourselves trapped in a cycle going from one bad, stressful job to the next
How to leverage your unique talents and experiences to place yourself in a role that fits you perfectly (even if it’s not another traditional position)
What you’re unable to recognize about your situation because you’re simply too close to be objective
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“What I want to share with you is a couple things that maybe you don't know if this is your first time around, right? If you believe that making a move has to be risky, or it has to be a leap, or you have to hope that it's going to be better, I want you to know that is just not true. Transitioning can absolutely be strategic. It can be done responsibly; it can be done with confidence. And it can be based on the right framework”

- Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

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Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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For many women who are searching for a fresh start, the search starts on the outside. You look for a new job with a new commute, better pay, different people… and then you flounder, until you realize that the work starts with you.

Leslie Quinn found herself waking up each morning dreading her commute & the time spent away from her kids. With traditional retail in decline, she had been thinking for years about starting her own business as a way to give back and make a real difference in the world. But fear of failure and not knowing the right steps to take (or if she could successfully replace her income) were holding her back. Fast forward a few months, and the response to Leslie’s business exceeded her expectations. It was all she could do to keep up with the demand.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake and Leslie discuss how Leslie finally came to the point where she was ready to make a radical change, creating space to give back to your community and meaningfully connect (especially now), and the most important improvements Leslie’s new direction has made in her life. Tune in for some encouraging inspiration on innovating during a tough time.

You’ll Learn

Why women often stay stuck at a single point in their career, even though they know in their gut that a shift needs to be made
How starting small in organic marketing can yield big results with a little patience
What the right helping hand can do to make your journey easier and more fruitful along the way
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“If you're even thinking about it, you've got to explore it. You've got to look into it further. And don't wait. Time is precious. Believe that you can do it, know that you're capable of doing it... And, you know, it's just so much more helpful if you have someone to share that and help guide that path for you.”

- Leslie Quinn

Connect with Leslie

Elle & Beck

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What makes you happy? It seems like such a simple question, but surprisingly few of us could answer honestly and with confidence. The truth is, figuring out that answer takes a lot of work, some dedication and a strong support group.

After having children, Jen O'Hare’s perspective and passion for her work disappeared. She found herself burned out, lacking the spark she once had. All of that changed when she decided to invest in herself & find a path that would allow her to focus on work that fulfilled her and be the mom & wife she wanted to be.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Jen and Blake break into how Jen learned to stop prioritizing the "how" in her journey towards alignment, the massive shift in mindset and habits that leads to incredible personal growth, and the heart-centered business Jen has built from her unique passion and new insight. Listen in to get motivated and get the confidence boost we all need every so often.

You’ll Learn

Why Jen decided to push "reset" and start trusting her intuition, not just her research
What separates spending from investing, and how the difference plays into a career transition
How a willingness to listen and learn from others saves you time, mistakes and heartache
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“It's not about, "I want to be there tomorrow." You have to do the work. You have to commit to doing the work and once you commit to doing the work and doing the soul searching, it is so empowering and impactful. I can't even tell you. That, to me, was life-changing.”

- Jen O'Hare

Connect with Jen

The Perfectly Imperfect Self-Love Project FB group:
Instagram
Jen's new website

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Every now and again, life pulls the rug out from under us. It's too easy to feel unmoored and lost when this happens, but in fact, we are the only ones who can empower ourselves to get up and move forward, secure in what we have to offer.

When Charlotte found herself out of a job with a healthy severance package, lots of time to decompress and recover from the burnout, she still found she was unable to sleep at night with the anxiety building about her future. She had no idea what to do next and every avenue she considered just seemed to be a dead end. Fast forward a few months and plenty of hard work, Charlotte found the framework that gives her the confidence to navigate her professional career, regardless of the changes that come her way.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake and Charlotte dig into finding healthy, productive ways to invest in yourself (even when you're between career steps), building a framework based in your unique skills and priorities to instill confidence no matter which path you follow, and tackling new challenges with self-knowledge and faith in your abilities. Join the conversation for insight that will change the way you think about your own talents.

You’ll Learn

How the stress from Charlotte's misaligned corporate job began to impact her family - and what she did to fix it
Why slowing down sometimes makes way for life-changing inspiration
What opportunities look like for you once you know how to stand in your own value
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“It's like it gave me bowling lanes, that's the best I can describe it. It's like now I know beyond a shadow of a doubt that these six things need to be true no matter which direction I go. And that has given me confidence that going forward, even if the world changes as it has, and therefore, my plans have to change as they might, I have these bowling lanes that give me this sense of competence.”

- Charlotte Mustard

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

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Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

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2020 isn’t turning out like any of us expected...and yet, in spite of all the uncertainty, we might find ourselves receiving the greatest blessings in disguise.

On this short, thought-provoking episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake dives into the process of reflecting on change as a result of COVID-19, asking the right questions to reach a state of clarity, and a challenge to help you find purpose and alignment in the midst of a confusing time.

You’ll Learn

How the pandemic is unexpectedly bringing to light what we don't want in our lives anymore
What signs may be pointing you towards a lack of alignment
Why "getting back to normal" shouldn't be the goal as we move on from COVID-19
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“You are stronger than you believe, more capable than you believe, there is so much more out there for you than you believe, but it starts with getting clear about, 'What do I really want?”

- Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

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Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

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Although conversations are a component of societal change, they must be followed by action. With that in mind, how do we, as a society, take actual, meaningful steps towards ending violence and injustice?

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, the Dialogue for Change continues as Nicola, Erica and Robin share their unique experiences and discuss the mentalities taking shape in the way we talk about Black Lives Matter and police brutality, confronting the overwhelming nature of the changes that need to happen, being grounded in acceptance and pride in their identities as Black women, and using your individual gifts to be a catalyst for lasting, positive change in your corner of the world. Listen in for valuable, insightful perspectives on changing our world. This episode is the second part of a two-part series.

You’ll Learn

Why defining "success" is integral to taking action (and evaluating the words and deeds of others in the conversation) against injustice and facilitating change
How to begin to effect large-scale, global shifts in both thought and action
How the American prison system dehumanizes those who go through it and damages their reentry into society after
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“We need specific criteria specific goals that we're going to be working towards. And when these goals are solved, that's when you can say we've been successful.”

- Nicola Watson

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

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In the current time of calls for change, protests, riots, and the confusion and anger we are collectively experiencing, the most productive and healing thing we can do right now is begin to talk to each other. And not only to talk, but to listen. Listen to black voices, experiences, pain and needs. It’s the only way we are going to be able to move forward in peace and create positive, lasting change.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake lends her platform to the conversation around race relations and opens the doors to dialogue that most have never had. She is joined by three women who share their experiences growing up as black women & their thoughts on how the protests & looting are impacting their lives. Nicola Watson, Robin Adams & Erica Hargrove each share their own unique experiences, perspectives & desires to bring about a better future through constructive dialogue and a greater understanding of each other. This is part one of a two-part series titled Dialogue for Change.

You’ll Learn

Why the manner of protesting has changed so much recently from what it historically looked like, and how it shifts the conversations we need to have about change
What the experience of growing up black looks like to someone from a place other than America
How Nicola, Robin and Erica have approached the subject of race in their role as mothers, and how they encountered it in their own childhoods
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“I think we have to start holding people accountable for their actions, for what they're saying in addition to what they're doing. Because it's okay to say it all day, but if you don't change who you are, and you don't change your actions, then you're not doing anything. Everyone has to hold everyone accountable, and every culture and every race and every situation. And I think sometimes people are afraid to do that out of fear of what that's going to do for them… but the reality is, you're doing what's right, and it's time that we hold people accountable to do what's right.”

- Erica Hargrove

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It’s a common story - you were so excited about losing weight with that new gym membership, and then you fell out of the habit a month later. Or, you had a great idea for a business and you never managed to get started. Or maybe you just need a change and aren’t sure how to take the first step. Whatever the case, there’s a formula for beating your limitations and creating greatness.

Dr. Jeff Spencer has spent 40 years as a coach, mentor, & advisor to some of our generation’s greatest achievers. From Tiger Woods to U2, Bulletproof to Nike and Lance Armstrong, he’s been the common denominator for reaching their highest potential, and he knows that achieving big goals doesn't happen by accident; it comes from having the right roadmap & navigating the journey well.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake and Dr. Spencer explore the idea of preparing before we perform in the service of our goals, the Goal Achievement Roadmap framework, the misconceptions we have surrounding Imposter Syndrome - plus what's actually happening inside us when we feel this way, and how to navigate calm, competent leadership in the midst of COVID-19. Join the conversation to start towards your goals the right way.

You’ll Learn

Why the end of the euphoric "honeymoon phase" signals progress, not failure
How to separate your champion mindset from your survival mindset and recognize them for what they are
What you can do right now to begin to regain some control over the uncertain circumstances we’re currently in
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“Everybody’s looking for a shortcut, but there’s really no shortcut to learning the skill of goal achievement correctly the first time.”

- Dr. Jeff Spencer

How to connect with Dr. Jeff

To download Dr. Jeff’s Free guide on How Not to Blow it Before you Win, copy this link: Dr Jeff Spencer

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

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It can become easy to let the responsibility of your career drive your decisions. As women, we often feel the need to “suck it up” and deal with stress or unfulfillment for the sake of those around us. In truth, though, when we seek happiness, confidence and peace, everything else in our life thrives along with us.

Like so many others, Meta found herself struggling in her career, ‘just surviving’ doing work she was really good at, but drained of energy, time or passion for the other parts of her life. Personal stress and a tough situation at work were the straw that broke the camel’s back, and that turning point led her on a journey to transition her career. Little did she know it would also transform her life, her marriage & her ability to show up as the mom she wanted to be.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake sits down with Michael and Meta Getman to discuss what it took for Meta to recognize that she wasn’t happy in her job, all the ways the right transition completely changed the family’s life for the better, and the incredible support both halves of the couple showed each other to build a stronger bond and a brighter future. Stay tuned for inspiring insight from someone who knows what you’re going through.

You’ll Learn

How success kept Meta in the dark about her own unfulfillment and falsely motivated to stay
Why reclaiming your time and conserving some of the energy you’re currently giving away actually serves to make you a better wife, mother, friend and everything else
What “value” actually means in a work setting, versus what most of us believe it means
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“Being able to carve the time out to focus on myself and on what I wanted to do with my life and what I wanted our life to look like, I got so much energy back...I use my time so much better.”

- Meta Getman

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It can become really easy to believe you are doing the right thing for your family by staying in a career that is comfortable but no longer fulfilling. Why should they suffer or have to give up things just so you can be happy...but what if you “sucking it up” is actually causing more harm than good?

Kevin Cross was no stranger to career unfulfillment even before he watched his wife battle with it. With a lot of work, both Kevin and his wife Melanie supported each other through their individual career crossroads, and now Kevin is happy and motivated to share his experience and let it inspire others.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake sits down with Kevin to talk about the effects an unfulfilling career has on everyone - not just the person in the job itself - as well as what it actually costs to take care of others over yourself, the truth about taking back control of your life, and recognizing the worth of an investment in yourself and your own happiness. Listen in for the unheard other half of a common story.

You’ll Learn

How we receive what we're meant to receive, when we're meant to receive it (and how to take advantage when it happens)
Why vulnerability is necessary for couples trying to navigate a stressful place in someone's career
What we can learn, about ourselves, our families and our careers, from COVID-19 and time spent in quarantine
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“I just think it's such a tremendous opportunity to take inventory of where we are, where we want our lives to go and to be more deliberate, believe in yourself, have courage and believe that if you're doing truly your best work and something that you love doing, you will do it so much better. And the level of success you're going to experience is going to be beyond what you can possibly fathom.”

- Kevin Cross

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Big decisions come with lots of factors, and, after a while, it can start to feel impossible to make any choice - let alone the right one. So, how do you decide if it's time to make a move?

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake lays out the one question that will help you figure out whether it's time for a big change, recognize what's holding you back and get clarity on what to do next. Listen in for the breath of fresh air and the reality check you just might need.

You’ll Learn

How we may experience change even when we didn't choose it
What our brains tend to do in the absence of action, and why it's harmful to our progress
Why a commitment to making a change doesn't mean doing so all at once (or even knowing every step of the way!)
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“Fear makes us believe that change has to be hard or scary, but it doesn't. When you decide that change is the only path forward, then you must act.”

- Blake Schofield

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For those who have been in one role for a long time or a specific type of role, changing careers can seem like a huge leap of faith. But it doesn’t need to be. If you’re properly prepared, and steady in your values and needs, you’ll find that you can take a measured, rewarding path forward.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake continues the Protect & Prepare training series with a discussion on the steps that make up your bridge to a successful career transition, including alignment between your work and your personal life, how clarity leads you to an understanding of your value, helping employers see your unique skills, gifts and experience, defining what you want in order to create it, and helpful Q&A from real women who are facing a transition of their own. Join in to make the most of your precious time and prepare for where your path leads.

You’ll Learn

How to find a company that truly fits you (and how to forgive yourself when you fail)
Why negotiating for a new position so often ends with women being undervalued, and how to position yourself so that it doesn’t happen to you
What steps you can take now to find your own personal clarity as you look ahead to the future
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“Everyone is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing it's stupid. This is what happens when you get in the wrong fit. Because you will be made to feel like something's wrong with you, or you will feel like you don't fit. And on the flip side, when you understand your skills, gifts and talents, and you position them in the right way, not only do you recognize your own genius, but other people do as well. And that is really when we're fulfilled.”

- Blake Schofield

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So many of us are afraid right now. Between the economic situation, health risks, and everything else that makes the future look very unsteady, it’s .easy to find your head spinning when you think about protecting your future in the job market, let alone transitioning into a role that fits and fulfills you.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake dives deep on how to protect and make yourself indispensable in the current market, including knowing the risks of operating out of fear, moving forward by identifying “trigger points”, which elements you need to get clear on to understand how to sell yourself, and cultivating the ability to stand in your own value in order find a role that fits you perfectly. Listen in for the wisdom you need to protect yourself and find clarity.

You’ll Learn

How creating calm in the midst of chaos leads to optimizing for the long-term and, ultimately, better decision-making
Why resume writers and recruiters are not the answer for those looking to break out of a cycle
What women need to know about applying for jobs without 100% of the “required” skillset
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“Isn't that what we all want? We all want to be a place where we feel like we can grow, be appreciated, and continue to really contribute. The time we spend in our jobs is really valuable.”

- Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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Very few of us can say that the current state of the world is causing us absolutely no stress. There's the economy to worry about, our work, the health of our families - add to that stress a feeling of uncertainty in your career trajectory, and it becomes too much to handle. Time to look at some healthy ways to address the stress.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake goes into the ways that unmanaged stress can lead to severe health issues, the three dominoes you can put in place to protect yourself (plus strategies for implementing them), and how to rest, stand in your clarity and keep it all in perspective. Join the conversation for a much-needed break from the chaos.

You’ll Learn

How your reactions to chaos and anxiety can ripple through your relationships, your work and your life as a whole
What a mental spiral really is and how to stop one in its tracks
How to weigh the urgent against the important and stay in alignment with your goals
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“When you do this work, when you actually spend the time to get clear on what you want, and what your skills are, what happens, actually, is it reduces your stress. But it also gives you momentum, it gives you control, it gives you a plan.”

- Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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People are a treasure trove of lessons. Because no two of us have exactly the same story, the best thing we can do as we search for clarity and alignment is to surround ourselves with others who can encourage, teach, and provide us with some much-needed perspective.

Jeff Moore is one of the most well-connected individuals you could ever hope to meet. His exceptional network stems from his passion for people - loving on them, learning from them, and helping them realize their skills and value to the fullest. From his work as Director of Seafood and Business Development at Global Protein Group and the founder of Thursday Night Boardroom & co-founder of The Network, Jeff keeps his dedication to growth and his love of helping others at the center of everything he does.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake and Jeff explore the journey to clarity, how critical vulnerability and openness are as your self-image evolves, the trap of holding tightly to the "thing" that defines you, and the singular power of asking the right questions. Join in to take a step towards trusting yourself and going confidently towards the success and fulfillment you’re seeking.

You’ll Learn

Why pure experience, in and of itself, is the most powerful and lasting part of your path forward (no matter which way it takes you)
How to identify just the next few steps to avoid being overwhelmed by the larger picture
What learned helplessness means, how it applies to us, and what we can do to counteract it
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“It's like climbing that mountain. The only thing you can see is that peak from where you are. But once you get to that peak, there's a whole other peak. A

This isn't the stopping point. Let’s just keep growing and evolving.”

- Jeff Moore

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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No two journeys towards success look alike. Missed opportunities, big wins and strange "ah-ha" moments make up steps on the path to personal fulfillment, if you can just begin by listening to yourself.

Katie Richardson, Founder of YearCheer, found herself searching for something better for her future - but she wasn’t sure what it was. A series of events led her to realize that losing the VP job she’d worked for her whole career was an opportunity for her to become the CEO of her own business. The only problem? She lacked clarity on the type of business she ought to build, and how to bring it to fruition.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake and Katie cover Katie’s internal journey from where she started till the moment she knew she needed a change and beyond, the tactics that helped her generate a successful business model in just months, and the extreme importance of building your business with clarity and alignment to your values. Join in for a real story that will resonate.

You’ll Learn

How a mentor or accountability partner can help you where an online program can't
What inspired Katie to create a business that provides magic moments to moms and their families
How Katie creates moments of connection with her own kids (and gets help with her business at the same time)
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“Listen to those voices in your head. Don't be afraid to ask for help. Even though that can be hard and sometimes feel a little self-indulgent, it can really help put you on the right path.”

- Katie Richardson

Connect with Katie Richardson

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Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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Coronavirus has thrown us all for a loop - many of us now find ourselves working with a completely new schedule or environment as we self-isolate, and that comes with a ton of new challenges. How do you navigate this new normal?

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake gives listeners some useful tips and tools for staying on track and staying sane while working from home through the coronavirus crisis, including structuring your time, managing your kids' schedules and adjusting your perspective to make the most of an uncertain time. Tune in for a breath of fresh air just when you need it most.

You’ll Learn

How working from home can make you even more effective than working from an office
Why self-care is currently more important than ever
How to treat this period of self-isolation and potential anxiety as a gift, not a curse
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“This too will pass. And the question is, are you using this time to get you where you want to go long-term, or are you using this time absorbing in activities, spending your time doing things that really aren't creating what you really want in your life?”

- Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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The world is in uncharted territory at the moment as we deal with the COVID-19 crisis. No one quite knows how to handle the situation, much less move forward in spite of it. So how do you choose to react, to plan and to carry on?

Misty Lown, founder of More Than Just Great Dancing, has a lot of experience navigating unknown territory and creating success on her terms. She manages to find balance between her role as a mother of 5 and top-performing female business owner (that’s 3 businesses, to be exact). All of her experience has given her the wisdom she needs to push forward, even when the way is unclear.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake and Misty go through the ins and outs of achieving balance as a working mom with a heart for community, recognizing the clues that are pointing you towards your next step and trusting yourself enough to follow them, and the blueprint for remaining calm, well-informed, and a great example to your children in the midst of panic and uncertainty. Listen in to find peace in the middle of the storm we’re facing.

You’ll Learn

Why every entrepreneur needs to start out in a non-entrepreneurial role (and what you gain when you do)
What we can teach our children about level-headed leadership when the unexpected inevitably happens
How to make a big impact starting with a small “yes” decision
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“Although we are facing unprecedented challenges and we are in uncharted waters, it is an opportunity for all of us - entrepreneurs, business leaders, stay-at home-moms, teachers, government leaders - to strengthen communication and connection. Because guess what can't get canceled? Relationships. Communication. Hope. Love. Joy. Peace.”

- Misty Lown

Connect with Misty Lown:

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Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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So - you're thinking of going your own way and creating a business to get you the fulfilling life you want. The process of starting a business from the ground up is intimidating, and it can be tough to know what advice to take and even how to proceed without taking a serious false step. As with a lot of situations in life, it helps to hear from someone who's been where you are.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake outlines some of the most common mistakes up-and-coming business owners make, why starting out starving your new business won't work, and - most importantly - the value of building a bridge rather than taking a leap. Join in to start out ahead of the pack.

You’ll Learn

How to analyze factors like demand, cashflow and statistics to set yourself up for a bright future
Why sequence matters when you're building a new business
What good, solid, knowledgeable mentorship can add to your success
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“Here's what I know to be true: without passion and a direct tie to a deep 'why' for the business that you're building, you will face a lot of resistance.”

- Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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The wrong career can make you feel like the walls are closing in, and the idea of getting out to find something better can feel next to impossible. In fact, the change you’re after isn’t far off – the process starts with the decision to get out of your own way.

Although she had built up a successful career in retail, Araceli found herself unfulfilled and seriously overworked. She recognized the need for change and it set her off on a journey to transition her career into a new industry that more closely aligns with her talents, goals and values.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake and Araceli give us an in-depth look at the fears and struggles faced by a woman in the midst of a career transition and offer wisdom on separating your professional accomplishments from what makes you who you are as well as redefining happiness on your own terms to reach true fulfillment. Listen in for a new, positive outlook on the road ahead.

You’ll Learn

How Araceli came to realize that she was standing in the way of her own success - and what she chose to do about it
What the 5-minute rule can do for you in terms of setting boundaries
How the commonly glorified idea of sacrificing yourself for a job cripples all of us
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“Now, every time I look at my future, it's more about the possibilities and not about the doubt, which is so freeing.”

- Araceli

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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Most of us have searched for a job before - it's not difficult, and if you've done it once, you can do it again. The problem you face, as a woman transitioning out of the wrong career, is that no job board, headhunter or resume writer can give you the opportunity you're seeking if you have no clue where you want to go.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Blake expands on the mistakes that get made when you confuse a transition out of an unfulfilling career with a routine job search, the tools you should be armed with as you search for a new path forward, and why you need professional mentorship with an outside perspective in order to reach the fulfilling career you're looking for. Listen in for sound advice to still the stress.

You’ll Learn

How searching without clarity lands you back where you started (or worse)
Why you won't find a fulfilling path forward if you rely on impersonal methods
How your doubts come true when you get stuck in your head
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“The way to successfully transition is to get clarity, understand the highest and best use of your skills, and to get in front of the right people to communicate it effectively. That's the way to move forward.”

- Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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The moment you realize that it’s time for a major career transition comes with a lot of anxiety and uncertainty, both of which can cause you to act before you think and make a wrong turn that keeps you stuck or moves you into a new path that is far beneath your skills, impact and income potential.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment podcast, Blake describes the 5 biggest mistakes she sees women make when they start their career transition, the all-consuming importance of understanding and communicating your own value, and the reasons you’re searching for clarity in the wrong places. Listen in to find a better path forward – and to get a sneak peek of what’s to come in future episodes.

You’ll Learn

What constitutes a career transition vs. a job change (and why they are not the same thing)
How we get stuck in vicious cycles in our careers
Why you need to stop reading entrepreneurship books to find your answers
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“If you have no clear destination, and no clear step-by-step roadmap, I promise you’re going to end up back in the same spot or worse...You must define what it is that you want in order to create it.”

- Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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Most of us hear words like “hustle” and “grind” used to glorify a culture of overworking and harmful perfectionism – and we often don’t realize that those are the very things separating us from real happiness.

It took a departure from her high-powered career and some life-altering health issues to set Malorie Nicole on the path towards her ideal life, but she’ll tell you that it was all part of the journey. Now, as a mindset coach, Malorie works with entrepreneurs and driven professionals to remove the mental barriers that are stopping them from creating the lives they want.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment, Malorie and Blake discuss how following her intuition led Malorie to her dream business and gave her the means to make a real impact, the transforming power of deep mindset work, and the process of reconciling and altering old belief systems to achieve abundance and fulfillment. Listen in to get in tune with your best possible self.

You’ll Learn

How your body tells you that it’s time for a change (and when you should listen)
Why you need to figure out your life’s patterns
Whence fear holds you back from taking the step into a fulfilling career - and keeps you sacrificing yourself for “safety”
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“If we are living out anything less than our highest purpose is, what is the point? It’s not about being ‘enough’ and having an ‘enough’ life, it’s about going to bed at night and saying ‘I’m proud of what I’ve done today, and I’m proud of the life I’ve created, and I’m excited for what’s to come.”

- Malorie Nicole

Connect with Malorie Nicole:

Visit her website

Click Here to check out Abundantly Clear Podcast

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Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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How do you even begin to tackle the biggest problems that exist in the world? If you are on fire to make a difference in a specific way, how do you do it in a way that will be effective, meaningful, and truly healing to the most vulnerable among us?

Alicia Bush knows a thing or two about working to save the world - she is a wife, homeschooling mother of three, author, the Founder/CEO of Treasured Vessels Foundation. Alicia had a top-performing career in medical sales, but realized that something was missing her in life and purpose. An 11-month journey to uncover her path led her to discover a clear connection and need to serve & restore children rescued from the sex trafficking epidemic.

On this episode of the Bridge to Fulfillment podcast, Blake and Alicia touch on how not to lead as your startup takes off, why listening to the stories of the people involved is the first step to making real change, and some ways to protect and inform your children about staying safe, without making the world a scary place. Listen in for wisdom with the power to change the world.

You’ll Learn

Why you can’t do everything on your own, and how to accept help from your team
How our perspective is a limiting factor in understanding survivor stories
What you can do to be effectively plugged in to your child’s social life
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“People like me? You mean just an ordinary person who had a ‘yes’ in their heart to whatever it was that I was created to do, and just go and say, ‘Now that I know, how can I not do something?”

- Alicia Bush

Connect with Alicia and Treasured Vessels:

On Instagram and Facebook – Treasured Vessels Foundation

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To buy Alicia’s book, Tenacious, Click Here

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Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

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Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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What is it that lights you on fire and makes you excited to wake up in the morning and get to work? If you’re at the point where you no longer find that kind of passion in the work you’re doing, you face a big choice: where do you go from here?

When you are at a career crossroads, one of the most common concerns that crops up is the fear that your skillset will not carry over to a different job or career path. In reality, you possess a superpower and years of experiences that no one else can bring to the table. You just need to understand what that power is and how it can help get you to the right place.

On this episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment podcast, Blake shares stories and wisdom on leveraging your knowledge and experience, understanding your “secret sauce” transferrable skills, and gaining enough perspective to know that you are not trapped where you are at this moment. Lend an ear and unlock your potential.

You’ll Learn

Why the idea that you can’t have it all is a lie
How to recognize and break the cycle of settling for unfulfilling jobs
Why your success story won’t sound the same as someone else’s – and why that’s okay
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“You are unique. You are gifted in your own way. You have your own unique perspective, skill set and experience. And when we try to put ourselves from one box that we're no longer happy in to another box that’s somebody else's happiness, we end up being unhappy as well.”

- Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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Fear of the unknown & fear of failure can be crippling, so how do you get unstuck when you don’t know what is right for you (or even what is possible)?

On this episode, we discuss what the journey looks & feels like, what common mistakes people make that keep them stuck & what you can do to get forward momentum, peace of mind & confidence in the direction you are headed.

You’ll Learn

How to get unstuck to the fear of the unknown
Know and understand where you are in the journey
Grasping for information/clarity and roadmap
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“Understanding where you are in the journey, what it feels like & how to move through it is critical for actually being able to create the life you want.”

- Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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Trying to figure out the right path and what your purpose is can feel really illusive, particularly when all you know is that what you are doing just “isn’t it”.

On this episode, Blake shares the tail signs that you are on the wrong path, what is actually holding you back from getting the clarity and forward momentum you need, as well as what the journey should really feel like when you are walking towards the right path for you.

You’ll Learn

How to align yourself to the life that you wanted
Sign and symptoms that you aren’t living the life that you were meant to live
Learn to overcome fears that holding you back
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“Combining your passion, your skills along with your values is the key to finding and living in your purpose.”

- Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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If you’ve been searching job boards, LinkedIn, reaching out to your network, recruiters, friends and family to try and figure out how you can transition out of your unfulfilling job into your next path, likely the approach and actions you are taking are actually causing you to get MORE stuck and making it harder to find the path that you want.

After personally spending a decade on this journey myself and helping hundreds of women understand what it takes to navigate this journey, here is what you need to know.

You’ll Learn

Listen in to know how to create more positive change in your life
Find out the best way of choosing your path
Learn to change our perspective and accept that we need help to succeed
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“It would be best if you changed your perspective. No one succeeds alone.”

- Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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Meet Brooke Elder, a former 1st-grade teacher, mom of four & owner of Social Tenacity. Brooke took her passion for teaching, desire to have more time with her family, and retire her husband... and turned into that into a seven-figure business teaching network marketers to change themselves & the world through authenticity.

In this episode, Brooke shares her tips for how to plan & achieve your big goals instead of falling prey to the typical mistakes that hold people back.

You’ll Learn

Learn how to overcome your fear for you to succeed.
Discover how to run a successful marketing business.
Understand the importance of goal setting and making it realistic.
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“The secret in marketing is you need to tap in yourself and find out what makes you you and what makes you unique and don't hide that thing.”

- Brooke Elder

Click here to check out Brooke’s website

Check out Brooke’s Authentic Influencer Podcast

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Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

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Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

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Belldon Colme is a metabolic cellular biologist, best-selling author, speaker, and coach who focuses on balancing body chemistry to help clients reclaim youthful energy, lose weight, and achieve optimal wellness goals. He is also the founder of the wildly successful Nutritional Fitness™ program. He's proud to reveal that more than 92% of his private clients keep the weight off for the long term -- and that success rate has set a new standard in the weight loss industry.

In this episode, Belldon discussed how he helped people improve their health, how to be aware of taking good care of our body, and of having a healthy lifestyle.

You’ll Learn

Identify what's the most pervasive idea in weight loss and fitness.
Know the difference between surviving vs. thriving in microscale that's happening in your body.
What is the reason why our body is holding on to excess fat?
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“Body fat is a function of malnutrition.”

- Belldon Colme

Click here to check out Belldon Colme website

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Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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Far too often, we worry about what would happen if we asked for what we wanted or said no..but what we don’t realize is the HUGE toll not doing so is having on our health, our peace of mind, and our relationships.

We worry that standing up for ourselves will hurt our relationships or how people view us, but, when done right, it BUILDS stronger relationships and results.

You’ll Learn

How to gain confidence for standing up for what you want
Learn how to take care of oneself and achieve personal growth
How to overcome our limiting beliefs
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“Taking care of myself means taking care of others better because I can be more impactful of the things that I wanted to do.”

- Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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I’ve been studying what successful people do (and what makes them different) for decades. Still, it wasn’t until I understood the lessons I’m sharing today, that I genuinely got why and how some people can both be incredibly successful AND also progress forward into new challenges without crippling fear or anxiety.

You see, how you think about your mistakes or potential “failures” WILL dictate whether you find success (and indeed whether you will enjoy the process along the way). In this episode, I break down the shift that impacts it all.

You’ll Learn

Understanding the importance of perspective and approach in life.
Know the challenges of being on top of your game.
Learn how to equipped ourselves when facing our fears of failures.
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“The only way to fail is to give up.”

- Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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We have to shift the way we think about gratitude - we can be incredibly grateful for our blessings, but that doesn’t mean we need to be complacent. If we believed we should “just be happy with what we have,” we’d never have any of the major innovations or growth as a society.

So when you find yourself starting to internalize and take on guilt for not being happy despite everything you have, I’d challenge you instead to appreciate your blessings THEN get clear on what it is that you genuinely want AND GO GET IT.

You’ll Learn

Why is it essential to have a clear understanding of being grateful?
What can we do to take away the guilt feeling of wanting to have more?
How can you live an extraordinary life of gratefulness and abundance?
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“Gratitude is one of the most important things for a happy life.”

- Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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Stress and anxiety have been so normalized in our society and yet it is literally stealing our lives.

My guest, Hannah Bacaron, is an integrative stress management coach who uses proven scientific methods to improve health, clear and permanently releases negative emotional patterns and increase productivity.

She not only shares her personal journey from a successful corporate career to running her own business, but she shares an easy technique that you can use to reduce your stress immediately (as well as a special bonus for my listeners!).

You’ll Learn

Why we need to reduce and manage stress.
What are the factors that trigger stress and anxiety?
How to successfully reduce stress and increase productivity.
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“Personalize and integrated stress management has to be unique to an individual.”

- Hannah Bacaron

Click here to check out Hannah Bacaron FB

Click here to check out Hannah’s stress reduction video (freebie)

Click here to schedule time to work with Hannah for the trial call mentioned on the podcast (be sure to let her know you came from Blake’s podcast)

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Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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Considering quitting your job because your stress level is sky high & you just don’t know how much longer you can take it? Before you do, listen in.

In this episode we talk about why changing your circumstances alone won’t fix your issue & how you can drastically improve your work situation within weeks so you can make the best long term decision and avoid getting caught in the unfulfilled cycle again.

You’ll Learn

Why quitting your job without clarity and a plan can do more harm to you.
What things to consider before giving up and quitting your job?
How to improve drastically your current situation.
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“Time will not give you clarity nor a plan. You MUST fix the root cause issue.”

- Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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When did we get to a point where people just resigned themselves to believing that everyone is unhappy and overworked in their jobs so you have no other choice?

The old saying is that people don’t leave companies, they leave bosses, but I’d also say they leave cultures...which provide a breeding ground for toxic bosses, interactions, etc.

Here’s what you need to know about how to manage difficult work environments & what to do in order to avoid moving to another one next time.

You’ll Learn

Why it’s important to understand our personal and work environment.
What are the effects of this difficult environment on our lives?
How to deal with and avoid a toxic work environment.
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“The way to avoid the toxic environment is to get crystal clear on your criteria & understanding your personal needs first.”

- Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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Most people stay stuck in situations that are making them unhappy for far too long...until something negative happens that forces them into action.

WHY?

Because they fear that making a change will be too hard, cost too much or be too risky. But that doesn’t have to be true. You have other choices & today we’re going to be talking about how to build a bridge instead.

You can be responsible & live the life you want - without incurring unnecessary risk or worrying about whether you are doing the right thing for yourself and your family long term.

You’ll Learn

Why we need to understand the importance of building a bridge when choosing a path to take.
What is building a bridge means?
How to build the right foundation when searching and fulfilling the right path.
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“Building a bridge is all about how you can transition into a more fulfilling career & life without having to take a leap or risk going in the wrong direction.”

- Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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Clarity at times can feel like the most illusive thing to find. We spend years of our lives trying to figure out where to go. We ask friends and family in the hopes they see things we don’t. We read books, do exercises, research online hoping to finally get clarity.

But what we don’t know is that clarity comes from inside, not outside. The key is to clear away the things that are blocking us from uncovering it.

You’ll Learn

Why we need to understand who we are and what we need.
What are the benefits of having clarity on our well-being?
How to get clarity on what you really want.
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“Clarity isn’t a linear thing. We don’t just snap our feelings and get clarity. It comes in layers.”

- Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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We spend our lives searching and achieving hoping the next thing will finally make us happy, but that cycle is actually what makes happiness illusive.

In order to truly achieve fulfillment, we must come to the realization that our happiness doesn’t come from external things or circumstances.

We must change how we think and align our lives with what we value.

You’ll Learn

Why it’s important to understand real happiness in our lives.
What is happiness means to you?
How to change our mindset and release ourselves to the trap of this illusionary happiness.
And much more!

Favorite Quote

“Your happiness does not come from your circumstances it comes from your thoughts and it comes from aligning your life with what you truly value.”

- Blake Schofield

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

Want free resources to set your job search up for success? You can get them by going to: http://www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/mistakes

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“The worst-case scenario usually isn't that bad. But that's what keeps most people from going for it.”

Katya Sarmiento (47:23-47:28)

Self-awareness is the critical piece to finding fulfillment in your career and living the life you want.

Katia Sarmiento is a sought-after systems experts in the online business space. She helps entrepreneurs scale their businesses without sacrificing their freedom. She's the founder of reachandmakemillions.com, where she teaches how to systematize and scale your business for more freedom, profit, and peace of mind.

We all have ideas and beliefs about why things aren't possible for us. But when you develop self-awareness, you know that you’re doing what it is you should be doing so you can build a fulfilling career and life.

We're always evolving and learning how to become who we are so we can live a life we're proud of and we feel is meaningful.” - Blake Schofield (1:03:09-1:03:26)

Figuring Out What You Need to Be Fulfilled

When we don’t listen to our inner voices, we can feel unsettled, constantly wondering why we can’t be happy. Your inner voice is never wrong. It all comes down to what you’re doing and how you’re listening (or ignoring) that voice.

When you follow your interests, you can develop the expertise you didn't know you had, and it can be the foundation for new opportunities.

With the right skills, you know you can be successful, and you know you can always start over. The clients I work with are incredibly talented. But that talent isn’t being realized because of their fears.

“Every single person knows what they're meant to do and what they want to do. It all depends on how many things are keeping you from seeing what’s inside of you.” - Katya Sarmiento (1:10:17-1:10:31)

But we can't see the label from inside the bottle. So we often need someone who’s been through the journey and who’s helped other people through that same journey.

Realigning Your Life With What Matters

Everyone knows, in their heart, what they’re meant to be doing. It just takes time to figure out. It takes mentorship, grace, flexibility, and resilience.

Life is never going to be perfect. We often think that if we make a certain amount of money or have a certain level of success that we’ll be truly happy. We think that means never having problems or never being afraid. But that’s never the case.

We don't have to feed the stories or our fears. No matter how big the wave is, we just have to ride it and give ourselves some grace along the way.

Work with someone who can ask you the right questions and uncover the things that are keeping you from seeing the truth. Get clear on what it is that you really want. When you do that, you can start creating a fulfilling career and life for the future.

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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“We struggle to have clarity on what the right path is when we don't understand who we are and how we create value in the world.”

Blake Schofield (01:44-2:00)

What’s the key to making sure your new path is right for you?

Finding the right path comes from increasing your self-awareness, uncovering your values in life, and recognizing the things that give you energy and momentum.

Walking away from a career you spent years establishing can be scary. But most people find that their career is just a box they’ve been trapped in for too long. This can cause them to believe that there's only a certain value they can contribute or there's only a certain way they can be successful. But this isn’t the truth.

“Force creates counterforce. When you try to force things, you get even more stuck.” - Blake Schofield (05:22-5:33)

4 Ways to Be More Self-Aware

Relax Your Mind

If you're like most people, then your mind probably runs a mile a minute. You might even struggle to get to sleep because you’re always thinking—worrying that you’ve got everything taken care of and nothing is falling through the cracks.

Or, you might be the type of person who’s always researching new ideas and different ways to do things. So, relaxing your mind can seem impossible. But our brains are actually quite malleable. We can take steps to retrain how we think and operate.

Relaxing your mind comes from having the techniques to reframe and think differently. Just because thoughts come up for you, it doesn't actually mean they're true. The stress our thoughts cause can reduce the function of the creative and problem-solving parts of our brains.

Discover Your Values

When I talk to women struggling in their jobs, it becomes obvious that their jobs are misaligned with their values, skill set, and ways of working.

They might be looking around and wondering why things seem to be easier for other people. They feel deep down that they should be doing something more meaningful with their life.

If you've experienced any of these signs, it's likely that something in your career or in your job as misaligned for you.

Recognize the Patterns You Avoid

Most people go through life avoiding things or believing that the only way to eliminate patterns is through years of therapy. But, you can get to the root cause of your beliefs, develop a new understanding, and replace them with healthier beliefs quickly.

Our perspective and the way we think are what create or close down the opportunities in our lives. When you recognize limiting beliefs and behavior patterns, you can start changing them to create the life you want.

Know Your Personality Type

Although personality tests only give you a piece of the larger puzzle, they can help you in gaining greater insight into who you are, and how you function and think.

But you still have to know how to apply them if you want to create change and greater self-awareness. Personality tests are just a tool for enabling change to occur.

Self-awareness is the key to success and fulfillment. When you know your unique value and focus your time and energy towards creating the life you want, the peace of mind that you gain will change your life.

You'll no longer doubt whether you're on the right path, whether you're making the right decisions, or whether there’s something more for you.

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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“We often aren't maximizing our time because we aren't putting in the time to be strategic in thinking through our work.”

Blake Schofield (11:02-11:08)

Knowing how to maximize your time lets you enjoy life and, hopefully, have a little more time for yourself.

With so many demands coming your way, it can be hard to balance your time, energy, and focus. This causes you to lose sight of the more important things in life.

“Tactics matter. But so does your mindset. The key to maximizing your time comes from understanding how to leverage both.” - Blake Schofield (1:01-1:17)

The following are signs that you’re not managing your time as well as you could be:

You’re always putting out fires.
You get sucked into unnecessary activities only to wonder where the day went.
You're constantly working late into your evenings, nights, and weekends.
You worry your work isn’t good enough to meet other people's expectations.
You’re never clear on the expectations of the work you’re doing or what success looks like.
You're always having to rework projects due to unexpected changes.

The 5 Pillars for Maximizing Your Time

Pillar #1: Clarity Around Your Priorities

Set clear expectations by having the right conversations upfront. Get crystal clear on what you’re working on and its purpose.

You to have a structure around your work and get over the idea that you have to know what everyone wants. It’s okay to ask questions. You don’t have to prove you have all the answers.

Pillar #2: The Art of Time Blocking

Time blocking is one of the most important ways to be more effective in your work. It takes 30 minutes for our brains to return to a state of efficiency when we change tasks or become interrupted.

Time blocking is setting aside specific times on a daily basis to get your work done. High-leverage time is the best way to do that. It’s the time you set aside to work on your most important priorities.

“Anytime you reduce unnecessary decisions, you end up with more brainpower for the stuff that matters.” - Blake Schofield (19:14-19:23)

Pillar #3: The 80/20 Rule

The 80/20 rule states that 20 percent of your actions drive 80 percent of your results. You can see this rule in effect in every segment of life and business.

Are you clear on what that 20 percent is for you? If you’re like most people, you may be spending a lot of time on things that result in little or no improvement. What actions are driving the majority of your results?

Pillar #4: Minimizing Distractions

Today’s technology keeps us connected and helps us accomplish things quickly. But it can also be one of the biggest distractions.

Turn off notifications on your phone, laptop, and other devices. Too many notifications keep you from staying focused and maximizing your productivity.

Pillar #5: Mindset

Our beliefs drive our thoughts, which then drive the actions that create our reality. When we're going through the same patterns over and over, tactics aren’t the solution. You have to identify limiting beliefs that are holding you back.

Your Action Steps for Maximizing Your Time

Here are two steps you can take to begin putting these pillars in place:

Start tracking your time.
Rate yourself on the five pillars

Where is your time going? Do this for a week, and you’ll be surprised by what you discover. Rate yourself from 0 to 10 on your competence of the five pillars for maximizing your time.

Take the two biggest opportunities for improvement and implement one shift—the one thing that's going to make the biggest improvement.

When you no longer feel like you can never get through your to-do list, you get out of the cycle of negativity, shame, and guilt. You can feel good about the impact and the momentum you create for your career and your life.

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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“Most people see the transition to a fulfilling career as something tactical. But tactics come from personal transformation.”

Blake Schofield (00:59 - 1:12)

If you’re feeling unfulfilled, it’s time to dig deeper. Over the past month, we’ve discussed what the roadmap looks like with the guests featured on our podcast. They have different backgrounds and journeys, but they’ve all built the bridge to a fulfilling career. Most people think transitioning into a new career is tactical. But the tactics can only come from personal transformation.

“Our lack of fulfillment is a clear sign that it’s time to dig deep, get to who we are and what we value, and then align it with our lives.” - Blake Schofield (1:26 - 1:38)

We often try to solve unhappiness by addressing surface-level things. Maybe you think a shorter commute, a pleasant boss, or more creative work is the key to your fulfillment. But our lack of satisfaction is a clear sign that it’s time to dig deep, get to who we are and what we value, and then align it with our lives.

How to Discover Your Ideal Path

The guests on the podcast over the last month have given you a peek into what it really looks like to be at a crossroads when you’re searching for more meaning in your life.

While they all have different backgrounds and different paths, they all have something in common. Each guest knew more about what they didn’t want, instead of what their ideal life looked like. They learned that the stress and anxiety they felt were the biggest factors that kept them from identifying their goals.

Once they let go of the fear and doubt, they all experienced new levels of freedom they never had before. They learned to be confident in their values, skills, and unique experiences. They went from feeling like life was happening to them to being in control of their future. We got crystal clear on the right strategies for them. We spent discovered their highest value in the market. Then we uncovered their “secret-sauce” transferable skills.

We focused on building a custom business model built around their unique set of skills and experiences. For the career change journey, we had to get clear on the right criteria for finding a fulfilling job. We also covered negotiation skills to make sure they get paid what they deserve in their new positions.

“When you let go of beliefs and thought patterns that hold you back, you discover new levels of personal freedom you never expected.” - Blake Schofield (2:51 - 3:00)

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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“When your identity is so strongly intertwined with who you’ve become within a company, the thought of leaving can almost be like losing a limb.”

Kristin (23:31-23:45)

Kristin found herself in a challenging place in her career. She was working for a large company, and she was the primary breadwinner in her family. At the same time, she was miserable in her job and felt unfulfilled. Kristin realized the path she was on wasn’t leading to what she envisioned for her life.

Kristin had to sacrifice precious time with her family. When she was home, she would be preoccupied with thoughts about work, and she wasn’t able to be present for her family. Growing up, Kristin’s family had played a significant role in her growth, and not being able to do the same for her own family was becoming painful for her. Her busy life was hurting her health and wellbeing.

But there were things about her job that made it very difficult to consider leaving and taking the next step towards a new life. She was making an impact within the organization, and she’d developed strong relationships with colleagues over the years.

“Women often struggle with an internal battle between who we thought we were going to be, and what our current path actually looks like.” - Blake Schofield (4:01-4:07)

Like many women, Kristin fell into a pattern of thinking that once she attains a particular position within the company, or has a certain amount of money, then she’ll be able to take time for herself and evaluate her priorities.

Leaving a stable job with a good income wasn’t easy. Kristin and her family had built up a certain lifestyle around her current salary. She specialized in her current role within her company, and it was unlikely that she’d be able to transfer her skills to another position in a different firm right away. Kristin’s friends saw the material success she enjoyed, and they couldn’t understand what was wrong. She felt alone and hopeless, and she didn’t know what to do next.

How a Late-Night LinkedIn Session Changed Everything for Kristin

One night while browsing LinkedIn at three in the morning, Kristin came across an article I’d published, and the connection was instant. For the first time, it felt like someone understood what she was going through.

Kristin called me and explained how she’d reached her limits. She told me she’d considered quitting and enrolling in beauty school, but she felt like she didn’t have enough money to buy herself time.

“You want to shift from feeling hopeless to feeling in control. That alone is absolutely priceless.” - Kristin (36:21-36:47)

I quickly realized that money wasn’t the issue. Instead, it was a lack of imagination. So we worked together to shift her mindset and open a new world of possibilities. Within three weeks, Kristin felt like she’d regained control of her life. She was sleeping better and was now on the path to using her expertise to create a career that was financially sustainable and allowed her to spend time with her family.

Kristin built her bridge between where she was standing and where she wanted to be in life. Kristin had taken back control, and for many, that feeling alone is worth so much more.

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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“Mistakes are going to happen along the way. That's where you learn the most and where you have the most growth in your business. Mistakes are learning opportunities.”

Melanie (35:11-35:25)

Time and focus are two of the main areas I help women with as a coach. Many women want to learn how to take control of their time and have the focus to create a life that aligns with their core values.

When Melanie came to me looking for guidance on making her own life transition, she was juggling seven jobs and struggling to have the time with her family that she wanted. Melanie’s story shows how it’s possible to build a bridge to entrepreneurship without the hustle or the grind and create real growth in all areas of her life, including her relationships and career.

“Building a bridge comes down to having the right resources and understanding the path so that you put down the planks and not have to take a leap.” - Blake Schofield (32:05-32:24)

The journey towards a new career or business is different for every person. Melanie had quit her 19-year nursing career. But she still had to support her family, forcing her to take on multiple jobs only to end up stressed and burned out. So she got to a point where starting a business seemed like the right solution for her. That’s when she came to me for help. But like so many other women, Melanie wasn’t sure how to create a business or what it would even look like. Many people make the mistake of thinking they can figure it out on their own. But they end up getting stuck and never actually get started.

The work we did together started with discovering her passions and figuring out how she could maximize her talents. We had to prioritize so that she wouldn’t get overwhelmed with too much to do. We worked on allocating her time appropriately so she could get more done in less time. Melanie wanted flexibility and control. She wanted her schedule to be on her terms so she could take time off to care for her kids when they needed her. She knew she was missing out on a lot, and she just wasn’t willing to compromise anymore.

What differentiates the work I do is that I help clients take a holistic view. Before we can make any real change in our careers, we have to change parts of ourselves. We have to look at the mental and emotional impacts that our current situation is having on us. Only then can we start to transform who we are and how we experience life. Too many women convince themselves that they don’t have time to make a career change or build a business. They don’t understand that it really is possible for them.

“You don't have to settle on jobs that you don't like. There are so many opportunities available if you want them. You just have to look for them and know they're out there.” - Melanie (22:15-22:27)

Melanie’s coaching journey helped her learn the value of her time. She learned the importance of establishing boundaries and priorities. Melanie can now manage her work so that she has the capacity and energy for all the things in her life. She identified who the right people are that she can help, knowing that she’s heading in the right direction. More importantly, she learned that it’s okay to not have all the answers because she knows where she can always find them.

Coaching helped Melanie recognize the importance of developing a strong psychological and emotional foundation when building a business. This lets her adapt to different situations and be more confident when facing uncertainty.

The only way to fail is to quit. When you have passion behind your work and you have the resources you need, you know you don’t have to have all the answers. That’s when you know that nothing’s going to stop you. Success is only a matter of time. That’s part of the journey and the process.

Rather than hoping the grass will be greener, identify what the RIGHT next step is.

We can help you do just that.

Get clarity on where you are on your journey to career fulfillment, where you’re headed, optional paths to get there, and the right next step to take.

Start your complimentary, Personalized Career Fulfillment Plan by going to www.thebridgetofulfillment.com/plan

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“Why apologize for wanting a flexible schedule? Why should you have to apologize for wanting a certain salary? It's all attainable with the right tools and the right mindset.”

Pam (53:52-54:06)

Pam was at a crossroads. She was struggling to answer the question that many people ask themselves: What’s next? She knew she needed to recognize her value and get others to see that value. She’d been building her career her entire life but soon found herself in a toxic work environment with a level of stress that was eating away at her energy, drive, and motivation. She began to lose confidence in her ability to make the transition she knew she needed to make.

“When you're in a job that’s mentally and emotionally challenging, taking back your time frees up the headspace to focus on ‘you.’” - Pam (13:19-13:44)

Plenty of people working in the corporate world come to realize that the ideas and beliefs they’d always had about success aren’t really true. Pam no longer wanted to be that person anymore, but she felt like she was letting herself and her family down. Friends and family offered advice, but they were emotionally attached to her situation, making it hard for her to get an objective perspective. That’s why she chose to work with me and get the coaching she needed to get out of the situation she was in and create a life that she and her family could love.

Take Back Your Time

Creating boundaries around your time stops you from drowning in the demands of others. For Pam, this was a combination of establishing boundaries and establishing standing appointment times for meetings. This kept others from chipping away at her schedule with random calls and emails. Instead, they could gather their talking points and wait until the time Pam had established.

Taking back your time makes your days more manageable, letting you carve out the time you need to work on yourself. As part of her coaching program, Pam had homework she needed to complete. By setting boundaries around her time, she was able to work full days and still come home with enough energy to do the work.

Recognize Your Unique Gifts

When you recognize your unique gifts, you have the energy you need and focus to work towards your goals each day. You love the work you do, and you become capable of communicating in a way that shows others the value of your gifts.

You become the person with the skillset others need, and you know how to apply it in a way that creates amazing results. When you recognize your unique gifts, you position yourself as someone who is expanding and evolving. More importantly you show others that you can help them grow, too.

“When you’re given the right skills, support, and tools, it creates a substantial transformation in terms of your peace of mind, stress reduction, and joy.” - Blake Schofield (1:01:18-1:01:29)

Pam’s journey through her coaching work has taught her a lot about herself. She knows what kind of company will be a good fit and what companies won’t. She’s developed a clear picture of the types of roles she wants to play in business. She’s gained the confidence she needs to build her career and help her find the work that fulfills her. But most importantly, she doesn’t apologize for wanting to make changes in life. She’s owning it.

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“It's not about perfectionism. It's about progress, trying new things, and finding those things that really speak to you.”

Tina (39:40-39:48)

Tina came to me when she was at a crossroads in her career. Her corporate job wasn’t giving her the fulfillment or joy she wanted, and she knew she was ready to start her own business. But she didn’t know what that would look like and where she could even begin. She also knows that she didn’t just want to take a leap into entrepreneurship. She wanted to do things in a way that felt responsible without being forced into taking a big risk. So she invested in herself by working with a coach to help her transition to something that was truly fulfilling to her.

“There are many ways to be successful that you can do on your own terms. It doesn't have to look like somebody else's journey.” - Blake Schofield (21:33-21:44)

Tina’s worked for different companies and industries, and for a while, her work was something that inspired her. But then she was faced with the loss of her father, which led her to reevaluate what she wanted out of life. Rather than returning to work re-energized and more engaged, she felt that things were out of balance. Her work wasn’t aligned with what she wanted out of life.

Tina set her sights on making a shift that put her back in charge of her own time so she could be more effective and productive. But Tina had to overcome the feeling that she needed to have it all figured out and do things perfectly the first time around. The coaching work we did help Tina establish the four pillars that are essential to success:

Clarity
Focus
Mindset
Building a Bridge

If you aren’t clear about what you want, you can never get there. Clarity takes time, and sometimes it requires an outside perspective to help you sift through limiting beliefs and reach a point of clarity. If you pursue a path that isn’t aligned with what you want, it becomes too easy to convince yourself to abandon it.

Coaching transforms your mindset and develops the confidence you need to see true skills and the value they can provide to others. Once you’ve created the mindset for success, you can begin building a business or making the career transition you want. This is the bridge to freedom and fulfillment that so many people are searching for in their lives.

“Tell the voice in your head that's saying ‘That's too scary’ to shut up and sit down. Find a voice that’s going to be positive, confident, and instill the belief that you can do anything.” - Tina (1:04:24-1:04:44)

Tina’s work with me was the first step on her journey towards entrepreneurship and the transition that made her life more meaningful. The biggest lesson she learned and now shares with others is to start now. Start challenging assumptions that you (or others) have. Find a thought partner who can help you explore your purpose and vision as well as the obstacles that are keeping you stuck. When you get clear on what you want, focus on the things that matter, and develop a mindset for success, you can build your bridge to the life and work you’ve always dreamed of.

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“When you’re dealing with something as important as transitioning your life or career, you need to make sure you have the right foundation for success.”

Blake Schofield (8:46-8:56)

Making a transition requires consistent focus, action, and a long-term perspective. This can cause us to make a wide range of mistakes that keep us from reaching our goal, whether it’s transitioning into a new career, industry, or business. The mistakes people make cause them to create problems that don’t exist while spending time, money, energy, and other resources on the wrong things.

“Transitioning successfully requires a transformation of your mindset, an investment in you, and the discipline and accountability to step forward every day towards your dream.”

- Blake Schofield (21:53-22:09)

Knowing how to reduce the risk and spend your time on the things that matter can result in a successful transition without you having to take a leap or worry about moving in the wrong direction. By recognizing the common mistakes people make, you’ll be more likely to avoid them and develop the clarity of focus, discipline, and the consistency you need.

The Most Common Mistakes People Make When Trying to Transition

Spending more time and energy doesn’t always give you better results. The well-known Pareto principle states that 80% of our results come from 20% of the things we do. Doing more may only add to the pile without making you more effective.

The following are some of the most common mistakes people make when making a transition:

Becoming stuck and overwhelmed
Lack of clarity with your goals
Seeking advice from people who aren’t qualified to give you advice
Hoping your current situation is going to get better
Wanting immediate results
Focusing too much on current circumstances
Failing to understand your value and the impact that you want to make
Not putting yourself out there
Fearing the unknown
Assuming you have to have all the answers instead of learning as you go
Believing that money will make you happy

Are any of these mistakes holding you back from the life you want? The fact is, you can make the transition you want by building the right foundation. It requires a shift in your mindset and your approach. You need to maximize your time so that you focus on what really makes a difference.

“You can reduce risks, be responsible, and spend time on the right things to successfully transition without having to take a leap or worry about going in the wrong direction.”

- Blake Schofield (0:57-1:08)

There is no path as fulfilling as recognizing your own value and creating life on your terms. With the right foundation, you can transition successfully and responsibly. You can have the freedom you want and know that your work is making a real difference. Align your life with your skills and core values. You have the time to take care of yourself so that you can better take care of others. Making a transition in life can be one of the biggest obstacles you overcome. When you get crystal clear on your goals and the actions you need to take, you begin laying the foundation for lasting success.

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“Believing you have to make everything perfect and avoid mistakes can stop you from making a bigger impact in your life.”

Blake Schofield (3:23-3:40)

Some people wear perfectionism like a badge of honor and credit this trait as the reason they’re successful. Others see perfectionism as a kind of scarlet letter, thinking it’s just who they are and something they can’t change. However, thinking you can be perfect and avoid poor choices often stops us from creating the impact we want in our lives.

When you realize that perfectionism is a choice you can shift your perspective and behaviors to work for you instead of against you.

“Perfectionism works against you. It’s not the reason that you're successful. It's actually stopping you from achieving more success and joy in your life.” - Blake Schofield (5:40-5:50)

How Perfectionism Can Show Up for You

There are different ways that perfectionism shows up for people. Socially prescribed perfectionism is a result of feeling that others are judging you. This can cause us to strive for perfection as a way to get approval from other people. Self-oriented perfectionism occurs when you set unrealistic expectations for yourself. Some people may punish themselves for things they did or didn’t do.

You can identify perfectionism by looking for telltale signs including being overly critical of yourself and others. The fear of failure can also be an indication that perfectionism might be holding you back. You may have strong negative reactions when things don’t go as planned or not feel that you’re good enough despite your obvious success.

Changing the Pattern of Perfectionism

Shifting Your Perspective

Shifting your perspective of success is the first step to overcoming perfectionism. We’re taught that success is a result of doing the right things to get the solutions we want. But real success comes through learning, which comes from making mistakes.

You either win or you learn. Failure is a myth.

Question Your Beliefs and Stories

The beliefs and stories we tell ourselves determine our experience of life. Are the stories you’re telling yourself true? Daily journaling and other exercises can help sort through stories and create more awareness around them.

Identify the Root Cause of Your Beliefs

Limiting beliefs are almost always rooted in childhood experiences. We become free from perfectionism when we identify the root cause of the stories we tell ourselves and reframe them to create a new, more positive belief system.

“You can't just fix the surface level stuff. You have to get at the root of why things are challenging and what you need to do to create the freedom and fulfillment you want.” - Blake Schofield (22:30-22:46)

Working with a coach is one of the best ways to overcome the perfectionism trap. It can be difficult to explore your stories and their root causes on your own. Having an outside perspective helps you achieve the results you want more efficiently and with greater clarity and insight. We all have a limited perspective of ourselves. Having a coach who can guide us helps us identify where those limitations are so we can overcome them. You learn to trust your inner voice and reconnect with yourself.

Perfectionism isn’t something to be celebrated or glorified. It can stop you from making the impact you want in your work or family. Perfectionism is a choice, and you have the choice each day to change your beliefs and your habits. When you do, you’ll find the freedom, peace of mind, and joy that you never realized were missing.

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“Lack of time is never the issue. You have to have an end goal and determine that you're willing to do what it takes to get there.”

Blake Schofield (1:04-1:21)

How can we make the changes we need when it feels like we don’t have any time? Seeing the real truth about ourselves and the lives we’re living isn’t always easy. The truth is that lack of time is never the real issue. If we want to create change, we have to first have an end goal, and determine what we’re willing to do to do get there.

Why People Think Time is the Problem

Lack of a Clear Goal, Passion, and Drive

You can’t commit to something if you don’t know what you’re committing to. Without a clear goal, it’s impossible to have the passion and drive needed to make the transition you want in life.

The Inability to Prioritize

The process of prioritizing can be very different when you’re working in a corporate setting. So developing the ability to prioritize on your own gives you a level of freedom and control that drives you towards your goals.

“The worst thing you can do is tell yourself it's riskier to change than it is to stay where you are. You have to get real with what is going on in your life and what the risks really are.”

- Blake Schofield (13:49-14:00)

Perfectionism and Workaholism

Perfectionism and workaholism are behaviors that cause work to bleed into our personal lives. This results in the misconception that we don’t have enough time when we’re really just spending time on unnecessary things.

Lack of Boundaries

Some people take care of others at the expense of their own needs. They don’t create or uphold their own boundaries, causing them to be at the mercy of others. This results in a feeling of being out of control and constantly having to manage things for everyone else.

Fear

The easiest thing to do when we face fear is to go back to thinking we don’t have time to make the changes we need. But fear of uncertainty contributes to the belief that you just don’t have time to change.

Lack of Structure and Self-Discipline

Not having the structure and self-discipline we need keeps us from having the freedom we want. The most freeing thing we can do is to create a structure that aligns with our core values and goals.

Wishing Without Doing the Work

If you’re not willing to do the work, do you really want it for yourself? You need to decide if you want the end result and commit to doing the work.

Doing More of the Same Without Seeing the Impacts and Risks

Is what you’re doing sustainable? Is it moving you towards a life you want or is it negatively affecting your happiness and wellbeing? The choices we make today impact our relationships with our partners, children, and others long term.

“In order to create change, you must be willing to do something different.” - Blake Schofield (17:27-17:30)

Investing in yourself can be scary when you feel like your resources are limited. But are you seeing the big picture? Do you have the clarity needed to create a foundation for change? Look at the excuses you’ve been telling yourself. Do you want to continue on the path you’re on? We have to decide what we’re willing to do to create the change we want because nothing else will matter until we do.

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“If you are overworking...you’re actually not producing your best work. The more you work, the less effective your work gets.”

- Blake Schofield (29:10-29:19)

Where Did the Time Go?

Long work hours that overflow into nights and weekends can leave you feeling depleted, burned out, and unfulfilled. We live in a world that values the ability to show up and be available for work at all times, and it can start to feel like the work never ends. It’s vital for us to understand why it’s so easy to fall into these patterns, and learn what we can do to take our time and lives back.

It’s normal to work nights and weekends, right? That’s what I learned and believed for far too long. I also know how exhausting it can become when we don’t have the work-life balance we need.

When you take the time to explore what you really want out of life and your work, you can learn what you’re willing to tolerate. You can learn who you are as a person, the unique gifts you have to offer, and how to stand in your value.

“If you don't maintain the promises you make to yourself, you'll never create the boundaries you need to protect yourself.”

- Blake Schofield (24:07-24:18)

The Tools You Need to Take Your Life Back

Time Management

Many people believe they don’t have any control over their time when working in a corporate setting. Regaining control of your time allows you to focus on the right activities. Time management is critical to the long-term success of any corporate worker or business owner. Learn how to leverage your time and look at where you're spending too much of it.

Boundaries

Set boundaries around your work. But more importantly, keep them in place. Boundaries help you get clear on what you can and cannot do right now. This is especially important when you need to make time for other priorities like family and self-care. You can’t take your life back if you haven’t defined boundaries in your work.

Prioritization

Plan ahead and see what’s in store for the coming weeks. Ask yourself what needs to be prioritized and what needs to be done in order to feel complete. Do you need to schedule tasks for a later time? Should you delegate tasks to key members of your team? When you know what’s a priority and what isn’t, you gain more control over your time and reinforce the boundaries you’ve put in place.

We all struggle with beliefs and behaviors that keep us from doing the essential and tactical things we know we need to do. There are huge emotional factors that drive our behaviors. But these factors are hard to see when we’re stuck in a work or home life that’s leaving us unfulfilled. Working with a coach can be an effective way to address the limiting beliefs, ideas, and patterns that keep us from making the change we want.

“It isn't that we don't have enough time in our lives. It's how we leverage that time, prioritize, and focus on the right things that make all of the difference in the world.” - Blake Schofield (26:53-27:07)

Coaching can create the accountability we need and the outside perspective that helps us see hidden parts of ourselves that are getting in the way of our success. Challenging those beliefs and fears helps us break through success roadblocks.

Before we can experience a more fulfilling work-life balance, we must first make an internal decision that we are no longer going to live in the hustle. If you’re feeling stretched too thin, exhausted from the countless early mornings, late nights, and Saturday work sessions, it may be time for a change. The fulfilling career and the life you want are waiting on the other side of your decision to step out and try something new.

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“Summer feels like it slipped away, and we’re right at the edge of everything coming our way.”

Blake Schofield (0:41-0:48)

The end of summer can be an overwhelming time for parents. So how can you avoid the whirlwind of a new schedule, back-to-school orientations, after-school activities, and everything else that goes along with the start of a new school year?

Why We Struggle When Summer Ends

The flexibility of summer can make it easy to create the kind of structure we want. But when the school season starts, you can’t live by the structure you’ve established during the summer, and it can be hard to make that shift and roll with a changing schedule and increased demands on your time. So the structure of life changes.

“We can never go back, but we can take today to say, ‘What’s one thing I can do to help me feel like I was able to do the things I wanted to accomplish this summer?’” - Blake Schofield (2:12-2:23)

How to Make the Transition Easier

Reinstate a new structure back into life. Set consistent sleep schedules and meal times for the entire family. Start this process early so you can be back on a more familiar schedule. During the summer, it's easy to put off those things that don’t seem immediate. But when fall comes around, waiting for things to have that sense of urgency can create a sense of overwhelm. Scheduling lets you manage your time and activities. Block out specific times to do the things you need to do early. You won’t have to scramble at the last minute, making it even easier to transition back into the fall season.

Breaking Down the Big Buckets

There are three life “buckets” you can consider when transitioning into the fall schedule.

Your Work
Back to School
Time Management

Your Work

Look at your work schedule and think about when you can plan activities and events you want to attend at school. Once you have the school’s calendar, look for the events that are held throughout the year in advance. This lets you block time off on your work schedule so you can make yourself available.

Back to School

When it comes to your back to school “bucket”, shopping for school supplies can be one of the biggest disruptions to your daily schedule. The best thing to do is to start early. This keeps you from running around from store to store. Give your kids a chance to help with back-to-school shopping. If they’ve outgrown their old clothes, let them suggest some clothing ideas first, so you don’t have to spend time thinking about what to buy.

“It’s so easy to get overwhelmed with those tasks that need to happen at some point, but don’t need to be prioritized today… schedule time now, knock out the things you need to do in the near future and get them done early so you don’t have to scramble.”

- Blake Schofield (8:08-8:23)

Time Management

When it comes to time management, think about some of the activities that are often overlooked. What after-school activities should you plan for? Do you need to plan carpooling or other activities? Planning ahead gives peace of mind and maintains the sense of awareness you need to feel in control and respond to whatever comes your way. Start putting these steps into place. Don’t try to do them all at once. You’ll get the best results from taking one or two and starting from there.

Jumping back into the school year doesn’t need to be a time of stress and overwhelm. Plan ahead to extend the joy and fun of summer into the fall season.

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“Believe in your vision more than you believe in anyone else’s doubt.”

Tiffany Smiley (7:36-7:40)

Many women don’t realize they have the power to create the life they want. It’s easy to look at others and think, “It’s possible for them, but not for me.” These limited beliefs create barriers that make it harder for us to achieve our goals and live the lives we want. But the inputs that you put in greatly impact your output. So we need to recognize when things need to change. We need to be able to take control of our mindset and invest in ourselves if we want things to change. We can use the help of a coach to become better at observing our own lives and the decisions we make each day.

“Investing in yourself is what will lead you forward into the future. That makes you unstoppable.” - Tiffany Smiley (18:22-18:30)

Tiffany Smiley is the co-founder of Hope Unseen and the founder of More Than Me. She believes in the power of sharing your story to change the lives of others. Tiffany is a public speaker, writer, and news contributor. She’s been featured on CBS, Fox News, and you may have seen her on the Dr. Phil Show. Tiffany’s work is built on her passion to give other women the space they need to grow and step into their purpose while making a positive impact on the world.

Become the Observer to Gain New Perspectives

The lives of today’s working women can be filled with obstacles. There may be times when you feel limited or stuck in a box. But in order to create change, we have to be willing to take a step back and observe what’s happening. This isn’t always easy. But it’s all part of the journey, and there will be signs along the way that encourage you if you’re willing to see them for what they are. Tiffany’s work with a coach helped her work on her internal game. She knew the importance of reaching out to others for help. This led her to create better habits and set new parameters in her life. Taking this approach doesn’t just benefit you, it can benefit your entire family, and your work or business.

Learn to Embrace Fear

When we set out to change something about our lives, we often become attached to the way it might turn out. But most successful people have learned that things usually turn out much different than how we first imagine they will. This often serves as a catalyst for real and lasting changes in what we’re doing. We fear failure. But failure is what makes us better the next time we try. Working with a coach can help you see things from new perspectives. When we can’t find ourselves, we often need someone else to guide us back to ourselves.

“You either win or you learn. Failure doesn't really exist.”

- Blake Schofield (24:50-24:55)

Fear never goes away. When you learn to welcome fear, you can step into your purpose. Instead of looking at fear as an obstacle, look at it as something that propels you forward. Embrace the mistakes and learn from them. There are many opportunities in life to love and appreciate yourself just as much as you do everyone else. If you’re willing to fully support your family and friends, why wouldn’t you do that for yourself? Recognize the beliefs you have that aren’t really true. When you do this, you can finally begin to live a more joyful and fulfilled life.

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“It’s not a luxury to rest, relax, and unplug. It’s a necessity.”

Blake Schofield (10:41-10:48)

The way we live is having a negative effect on our health and happiness. There’s a tendency to work long hours at the expense of rest and recovery. Even worse, when we do have the chance to take time off, we don’t. Or, we worry about work when we’re on vacation, keeping us from enjoying our lives and being present with the ones we love.

The fact is that we perform better when we take time off. We need to take responsibility for our time and our wellbeing so we can show up better at work, home, and in everything we do.

“In a world that screams that we need to be doing and be ‘on’ all the time… the real truth for success, happiness, and health says the exact opposite.” - Blake Schofield (10:49-11:03)

Here are some eye-opening statistics related to work and our wellbeing.

Only 52% of employees actually use all their vacation time.
Working more than 50 hours a week can raise the risk of a heart attack or stroke.
Not taking time off can also increase the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
People who work longer hours tend to be more anxious, depressed, and suffer from sleep issues.
Women who take less than one vacation every two years are more likely to suffer from depression and stress.

Taking Time Off for Yourself and Others

When we take time off, we teach others that they can do it for themselves, too. That’s what leadership is. But before you set aside time for a vacation, create a plan that will help you get the most benefit out of your time off. Preparation is the key to a vacation that gives you the rest you need without worrying about what’s going on at the office while you’re away.

Assign someone on your team to cover the tasks that need to be completed while you’re gone. Start this process early so they can ask questions instead of interrupting your time off. The more prepared you are, the better you’ll be at taking time off for yourself. Schedule time at the end of your vacation to catch up on any work-related tasks. Review your calendar to see what’s in store as you make your way back to work. Communicate with team members to review how things went and address issues that may have come up while you were away.

Checking Out So You Come Back Better Than Before

When you truly unplug, you come back to work with more creativity, energy, and drive. You show up better, and you set a positive example for the people you work with. Leaders lead by example. The actions you take teach others how they can live. Working moms who don’t take time for themselves teach their children to do the same. That’s not a lesson that you want to instill in your family.

“When you take the time out to truly unplug, you’ll come back with more creativity, energy, and drive. You’re going to show up and be better.” - Blake Schofield (15:45-15:53)

It’s your responsibility to live your life according to your values, and it’s up to you to take control and take care of you. Your job isn't going to do that for you. Sit down and look at your calendar and start scheduling time out for yourself. Whether it’s a few hours, days, or weeks, prioritize rest and recovery. When you learn to check out from your job and enjoy life, you’ll reap many wonderful benefits that enhance the lives of you, your co-workers, and your family.

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“You gain freedom by making the choices that align your life with what you truly want in the long term.”

Blake Schofield (24:15-24:22)

What does freedom look like? Do we become free when we’re no longer being pulled in all directions at once? Do we have the control we want when we’re no longer on the hamster wheel of an unfulfilling job? There are many ways to have freedom in life. Freedom can come from getting out of the cycle of perfectionism. It can come from overcoming stress, anxiety, and guilt. You can be free when you’re no longer constrained by worries about what other people might think of you.

“When you get the right mix of the different types of freedom, based on what you want and need, you achieve the freedom to live life on your terms. It’s the ultimate freedom.” - Blake Schofield (11:08- 11:20)

There are so many different types of freedom. Recognizing which are the most important for you, can help give you clarity on the next steps to take.

Freedom to control your time. Managing time can be one of the biggest challenges for working women. The freedom to control your time is even more difficult when you’re working for someone else. So it’s no surprise that many people aren’t able to maximize their time and align it with what they really want.

Freedom to live an authentic life. The freedom to live an authentic life keeps you from worrying about what other people think and the impact it has on your ability to feel valued and appreciated.

Freedom of peace of mind. Many working women begin to feel unsettled in their lives. When your life is aligned with your values and goals, you can feel your entire life shift into a place of peace of mind.

Freedom from stress and anxiety. Constant stress and worry can be problematic. A demanding work environment can create an ongoing feeling of being overwhelmed. But through the choices we make, we can control our response to stress and reduce anxiety.

Freedom from negative self-talk. Overcoming negative self-talk gives us the freedom we need to move forward in life. Taking the time to write down the things we tell ourselves can be a powerful way to identify and eliminate negative beliefs.

Freedom from fear. Fear (False Evidence Appearing Real) can be one of the biggest success traps. Fear can drive the decisions you make. It can cause you to spend time over-analyzing decisions while ultimately never taking action. Conquering fear takes away its power.

“When you conquer fear, fear goes away. You create the life you want and realize that those fears aren’t actually that scary.”

- Blake Schofield (10:39-10:54)

What’s Your Definition of Freedom?

Once we define what our picture of freedom looks like, we need to recognize that we may be standing in our own way when we compromise our values and settle for less than we deserve. We need to consider the long-term impact of the limitations we place on ourselves.

Focusing only on the short term keeps you from getting out of your comfort zone and creating what you want in life. When you invest your time, money, and energy into the future you want, and you do it consistently, you reap all the rewards that are right there waiting for you.

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“If you believe you deserve money and find gratitude in what you already have, you're on the fast track to manifesting more money into your life.”

Elizabeth Pearson (53:58-54:08)

Whether you’re changing careers or going off on your own, taking a pay cut can be one of the biggest fear-inducing obstacles you face. In order to live the life you want, you can’t let your fears around money dictate the decisions you make. Instead, cultivate the belief that you are worthy of money instead of seeing abundance as something only others deserve.

“Mediocrity is relative to each person. There's no level of success that can be labeled as ‘good enough’ or not. It's about what feels true to you.” - Elizabeth Pearson (7:08-7:20)

Elizabeth Pearson is a public speaker and executive career coach. She helps women, entrepreneurs, and executives increase their income by an additional six figures within a year’s time. Her work is rooted in helping others understand how they think about money and the fears that impact their everyday lives.

Elizabeth climbed the career ladder working with multimillion dollar brands like Coca-Cola and Vitamin Water. But she soon found that something was missing in her life. The career she set out to achieve wasn’t giving her the fulfillment she once had. She eventually left her corporate career and launched her coaching business. The lessons she learned along the way have helped her clients transition into the careers and lives that truly make them happy.

The Money Mindset Obstacles of Today’s Working Women

The feeling that there’s something more for you is your inner voice telling you that you might be moving in the wrong direction. It’s up to you to listen to that voice and take action. As women, we aren’t taught to think about what we want and bring it into reality. Most of us learn that we have to just be kind to others and take care of everyone else before we take care of ourselves.

“Having an abundant mindset and understanding your beliefs about money, and what they’re costing you in life, allows you to move forward in a much more impactful and much more aligned way.” - Blake Schofield (1:00:03-1:00:20)

Overcoming Money Fears and Creating the Life You Want

It can be difficult to spend the time, energy, money, and other resources to invest in ourselves. Many of us stopped investing in personal development once we received our college degree. When we’re stuck in a place of unfulfillment, personal development can be exactly what we need to get back on track. Investing in a coach or mentor is one of the best ways to identify limiting beliefs and develop new believe that will propel you towards whatever you want out of life. Learn to spend money with an open heart instead of a scarcity mindset. Only then can it be a positive transfer of energy.

When moving into a new season of life, it can be easy to hate on others who seem to have unlimited financial resources. However, when you stay in this mindset you hold yourself back from attaining the same financial abundance that others have created for themselves. A scarcity mindset forces you to cut back on the things that bring you joy. The fear that there is never enough limits the ability you have to live in abundance.

Sometimes our fears about money are tied to our self-worth. When you believe you deserve the good things in life while having gratitude for the things you already have, you manifest more abundance in your work and move forward in a more impactful and meaningful way.

It’s time to stop letting the fear of money hold you back from all that you are meant to achieve. Don’t let fear cost you the fulfillment you deserve.

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“You add value every day by being authentically you and sharing your gifts with the world. At the end of the day, that’s the reality.”

Blake Schofield (19:20-19:31)

Do you ever fight back the gnawing sense that all of your accomplishments, all of your success, isn’t enough. Or worse, do you ever feel like a fraud, just waiting for the people who surround you in the workplace to realize that you are an imposter? It seems counterintuitive, but I’ve found that so often even when we achieve the results we set out to achieve, we can still feel like we don’t deserve success.

The truth is, when you can’t see the full potential you already have, it will negatively affect your ability to make the impact you want because you don’t step into that value. This can rob you of the joy you could otherwise experience. You live with the fear that what others see isn’t what’s actually real, just waiting to be “found out.”

“Almost every high performer I've ever met says that Imposter Syndrome is the most common thing. Almost everyone has it.”

- Blake Schofield (4:27-4:42)

Knowing the Signs of Imposter Syndrome

This fear has a name - Imposter Syndrome. Imposter Syndrome is the idea that despite all of your achievements, you still feel like a fake.

Below are some signs that you might be struggling with this common roadblock to success.

The fear that you aren’t good enough manifests in many ways. Some people downplay their achievements, while others can’t accept compliments or recognition. If you worry that you’re not as smart as people think you are and that they’ll eventually figure it out, you may be struggling with Imposter Syndrome.

Many successful women attribute their success to their circumstances instead of their own talents and skills. The fear of not being good enough is common among women who want to transition into a new career. They ignore past successes and think they won’t be able to achieve the same results.

The biggest risk of Imposter Syndrome is accepting less than what you truly deserve in work, at home, and in life. It creates an uphill battle for working women who end up struggling to prove their value.

Getting Over the Fear

Imposter Syndrome is rampant, and can be debilitating, but thankfully it can be overcome. The first step is to get to the root of your fear.

Spend some time this week thinking back to experiences where you received the message, “I’m not good enough.” Then ask yourself if that was REALLY true. Allow yourself to reframe those experiences to pull out the truth about yourself.

You carry a unique set of skills, insights, and experience. This makes you so qualified to give value in ways that others can’t.

Beyond recognition of talents and skills, it’s crucial to allow yourself to believe the truth that you are enough simply because of who you are. Without this truth, you’ll always be chasing down fulfillment, always chasing down the desire to just be enough.

You don’t always have to have all the answers or be perfect to show up and add value to whatever you do. Overcoming limiting beliefs makes you truly successful in a way that will allow you to enjoy the life you have. When I allowed my focus to focus to my passions, those things that really light me up, I found fulfillment AND success.

“We have to wipe away the perspective that you have to be good at everything. That’s not true. You just need to be exceptionally good at what you’re uniquely gifted to do. That alone will make you successful.” - Blake Schofield (18:56-19:09)

Learn to enjoy the journey and feel excited about getting up each day to be challenged and engage in your passions. Are you standing in your value and your accomplishments? Overcoming the fear of not being good enough lets you accept how others see your achievements while recognizing them yourself. You are not an imposter. Allow yourself to step into the unique gifts, talents, and experiences that make you so qualified to give value to others. This is a huge step in the bridge to fulfillment.

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“The turning point comes from the pain. Our biggest moments of adversity teach us the most and mold us into better people.”

Blake Schofield (22:53-23:01)

Every working woman faces obstacles that seem impossible to overcome. We often struggle to define what success means and balance the things we want with the people we want to take care of.

But it’s the adversity that inspires resilience in every single one of us. Kim Izaguirre-Merlos has gained plenty of insight into overcoming physical, mental, and emotional pain. Her journey has taken her from her life as a journalist to working with and coaching high-level performers in Major League Baseball. She’s a gifted expert who helps others get more success out of their own lives. The work she does teaches them to consistently create success using the power of the mind.

“We get so much strength when we work and appreciate each one of our unique gifts and talents.” - Blake Schofield (59:41-59:47)

It’s easy to get caught up in the day-to-day stress. Sometimes it feels like we’re trying to just hang on and survive. But when you apply your passions with persistence and the right mindset, you can accomplish anything. Many of us aren’t able to see ourselves as inspirational. We overlook our unique and special gifts.

The adversity we face helps us develop the grit we need to face life while considering what’s possible. You can choose to receive the tough things in life as a negative or as something that is helping you become a better person. The pain we experience leads us to a turning point where we learn the most about ourselves and have the opportunity to become better through it.

Coaching Unlocks New Ways of Thinking and Being

Coaching can be the key to overcoming obstacles and achieving success. It’s the process of asking questions to unlock new ways of thinking and being. You open yourself to seeing what’s in front of you rather than focusing on having all the answers. Every professional lacks the tools or skills they need at some point along their journey. But when you put yourself in a high-performing space and ask the right questions, you get clear on the direction you want while still allowing the organic things to occur each day.

It’s possible that you already have a successful career in place, but want something more. If what you’re doing is leaving you unfulfilled, it’s probably time to redefine and discover yourself. And that is what coaching all about.

“Coaching is asking questions to help you unlock something new in your thinking. And from that thinking comes the action or behavior you want.” - Kim Izaguirre-Merlos (31:59-32:11)

If you want to regain your confidence and the clarity you need, start focusing on your strengths. Identify the positive wins you have each day. Where do you do your best work? By paying attention to the present moment, you live each day with a more mindful and intentional attitude. You become a more heart-centered achiever who gets joy out of making a difference in other people’s lives. But in order to take care of others, we have to take care of ourselves first. If we don’t, we can be left without anything to give.

Coaching, mindfulness, and other success strategies aren’t about changing yourself. They’re about setting yourself up for success so you can take care of others the way you want to while achieving your goals now and in the future.

How to Get Involved

You can connect with Kim by visiting her website at www.howwewon.org or by connecting with her on Facebook and Twitter.

You can also access the article Kim referenced in the article titled From Gloom To Gratitude: 8 Skills To Cultivate Joy

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“Guilt puts us in a victim mode, which means we stop looking for solutions because we start assuming that things are out of our control.”

Blake Schofield (1:42-1:51)

Working moms are crunched for time more than ever during the summer season. We struggle to keep up with work and other responsibilities while trying to give our kids a memorable summer experience. But with the right perspective, we can do all the things that matter while taking care of ourselves and creating a summer full of lasting memories instead of feelings of guilt.

“When we live in a place of guilt, it creates patterns of behavior where we’re not present and enjoying our lives.” - Blake Schofield (7:04-7:13)

Avoiding the Guilt Trap

Have you ever found yourself falling into victim mode when you can't give your kids the summer experience they wish they had? We have a habit of prioritizing everyone around us without taking care of our own needs. This makes it hard to accomplish the things we need to get done.

As a working mother who helps other working moms, I know how easy it is to convince myself that summer should be a certain way for my kids. But we often base this on our own experience instead of what our kids actually say they want. That’s why we need to understand what matters to our kids instead of focusing on what we think summer "should" look like.

Changing Your Summer Perspective

Sit down with your family and find out what's important to them. Each person should pick one or two activities they want to do during the summer so you can prioritize the things that are meaningful to everyone.

See if you can have "summer Fridays" at work where you leave early or work from home. This flexibility lets you create more balance with your kids.

Prioritize your work schedule so you tackle the big things first. Set high-leverage times during the day where you focus on your goals. This could be the first hour of each day when you concentrate on the things that give you the best results.

Outsource time-consuming activities you don't need to do. Grocery delivery and prepared meal services free up time you can spend with your kids doing summer activities.

“It isn’t about the time you spend with your kids. It’s about ensuring they feel heard, valued, safe, and important.” - Blake Schofield (6:29-6:39)

If you work close to home, schedule lunchtime breaks where you spend quality time with them on the days you work. This lets them know you're thinking about them and making an effort to create those special moments.

We have to overcome the fear of not doing a "good enough" job with our families. I often try to be the perfect mom to my kids. But this can be exhausting, and it sets me up for failure. Instead, we can achieve success by finding out what works and what doesn't work.

Don't try to create the perfect summer experience for your kids. Don't try to show up as someone different than who you really are. When you let go of perfection and feelings of guilt, you show up as your best self for your kids. More importantly, you enhance your role as a businesswoman, mom, wife, and a friend to those you love.

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“With the right coaching, women can create more fulfilling and impactful lives.”

Blake Schofield (3:12-3:19)

I probably don’t have to tell you this, but the journey to fulfillment can be difficult, full of obstacles and bumps in the road. Have you ever considered working with a coach? Personal experience, and extensive research has shown me that working with a coach helps you get better and faster results in everything you do. Even though coaching has been around for quite some time, many women still don't utilize these valuable services. Are you making the investment to leverage the knowledge, insights, and experiences of others who've paved similar paths? Let me tell you why it’s so worth it!

“Coaches are there to help you get the right tools, support, and strategies to level up and create the change and the growth you want in life and career.” - Blake Schofield (10:48-11:03)

Why You Should Hire a Coach

A report by the Manchester Consulting Group highlights how coaching can enhance performance in Fortune 100 executives. The report showed the following reasons why a coach is the right choice for anyone looking to achieve better results.

77% improvement in relationships
67% improvement in teamwork
61% improvement in job satisfaction

Coaches give you tools, strategies, and support. They've developed the skills and expertise you need to achieve a new level of growth and fulfillment.

How Do You Know When Coaching is Right for You?

If you’re motivated to create a better life and make a big change, a coach may be the investment you need. You may be feeling stuck, but know deep down that you really want to improve yourself and grow. I am a firm believer that nearly everyone will benefit from the investment in the right coach.

The right coach for you is one who has journeyed a similar path, has figured out how to achieve success, and can help you get the same results. You can't see the label from the inside of the bottle. There are times when it’s necessary to get an outside perspective to eliminate the roadblocks that are in the way of success, growth, and fulfillment.

Have you taken the time to identify your unique strengths and gifts? Coaching can show you the possibilities that are there for you and help you overcome feelings of doubt and fear.

“The strongest coaches have a clear niche. They know who gets the best results, and they help clients address a specialized set of problems and goals.” - Blake Schofield (13:10-13:23)

If you're struggling in any area of life, you can find a coach to help you identify and overcome the challenges you're facing. There are coaches who specialize in each area.

Life coaches help with personal development. Career coaches help you with your career strategy and tactical skills such as interviewing and preparing your resumé. Business coaches focus on a specific area in your career.

How to Choose a Coach to Create Your Own Version of Success

Different coaches have unique approaches. In order for coaching to be a wise investment, it’s so important to find one who fits your specific wants, needs, and goals.

The following are questions you should ask yourself when looking for the right coach.

Do they have expertise in the areas you need help with?
Are they clear on the specific problems they address?
Do your personalities fit together?
Are they honest and upfront about what you should expect and what you need to do to succeed?

Figure out what you need. Some coaches only offer group coaching programs. You might need a more individualized approach. Other coaches might have a "do it on your own" approach to coaching. But you might need more accountability and guidance. You get the most benefit out of coaching when you work with the right person.

If there's something you want to create in your life, coaching can help you identify the steps you need to get you there. You'll see the bigger picture and create your own version of success and personal fulfillment.

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“That little voice inside telling you there’s something different is leading you to a path that’s so much greater than you could ever imagine.”

Blake Schofield (8:13-8:23)

Have you ever felt guilty for being unhappy despite having a great income, a healthy family, and a good life? This feeling can be quickly followed by feelings of shame and embarrassment, when you think about how others have so much less. How could I want more? This rollercoaster of thoughts and feelings could be pushing you away from what you really want in life.

“Feeling guilty because you’re unhappy causes you to go in the opposite direction of what you really need.” - Blake Schofield (0:56-1:10)

Women often learn to take care of others first while making sacrifices that affect their careers, wellbeing, and happiness. But we can soon feel disempowered, giving so much of ourselves that we no longer have anything left to give.

The traditional narrative says that success comes from climbing the corporate ladder, earning more money, or owning the house with the white picket fence. But for many women, there’s a sense that there may be something more to gain out of their work and life. This isn’t something to be ashamed of or feel guilty about. In fact, it’s a gift and an opportunity to realize what success is for you and what it isn’t.

Listen to Your Inner Voice

Your inner voice tells you when something is right or wrong. But not everyone listens to that inner voice. And if you ignore that inner voice long enough, it can be possible to stop hearing it at all. Our vision gets cloudy, and it can be difficult to remember, or know what it is that we actually want. When that excitement that accompanies achievement begins to fade you’re left feeling like something’s missing. I’ve felt that way. On paper, everything about my corporate career was amazing, a dream. And yet, I felt unsettled and empty inside.

These feelings are clues, telling you your life isn’t aligned with what you’re capable of giving or doing. They’re like a nudge from your inner voice letting you know you’re moving in the wrong direction.

You can step into the life you’re meant to live and leverage your skills to do something that’s meaningful to you. A growing number of heart-centered women are making things happen in their communities and industries by stepping out and doing something new.

“It begins and ends with the stories you tell yourself. It begins and ends with how you think about and frame your circumstances.” - Blake Schofield (10:49-10:58)

Leverage the Power of Mindset

How do you talk to yourself? Do you lift yourself up or do you live in self-doubt? Most of us learn to ignore our inner voices. We convince ourselves that the things we want aren’t possible for us. We think we don’t deserve them and that change is too scary or risky. But there’s power in believing that you deserve and can create so much more. Reframing your beliefs helps you achieve everything you want while continuing to grow personally and professionally.

Your success is rooted in the stories you tell yourself and the ways you perceive your circumstances. Your inner voice tells you when you want and deserve more than what you have. Listen to that voice and start taking action.

Foster trust in yourself so you take steps towards creating a new path. Don’t get overwhelmed thinking change has to be big. It doesn’t have to be an irresponsible risk or leap. When you believe in yourself as much as you believe in others, you can make new choices and create the life you deserve.

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“The unknown is an opportunity for more possibilities in your life instead of staying stuck in imagining what might be.”

Blake Schofield (22:10-22:23)

Imagine spending one third of your life doing something that doesn’t make you happy. This seems crazy, and yet, more professionals are falling into a cycle of believing that having a job they hate is normal. When you consider that 85% of people hate their jobs, you wonder what keeps them from doing the same thing every single day? Maybe it’s not so crazy for you, because it is the place you find yourself right now.

At the root of this tendency to settle is a resistance to change. It’s hard to change a significant part of our lives even when we know it’s making us unhappy. We can be so afraid of making mistakes and failing in front of others that we don’t take action, and we just accept things as they are.

“We can get into a cycle of believing that hating our work is normal. So we have a workforce of people who are unengaged, uninspired, and unfulfilled in their jobs.” - Blake Schofield (1:08-1:33)

Climbing the Ladder, and Getting Stuck

Most professionals start on the same path. They don’t know what to expect when they’re fresh out of school, and face pressure from others to prove themselves and climb the professional ladder.

Often we feel like we need to make more money and do the things that cause others to respect us. And then, when the career path isn’t as exciting or energizing as we hoped, we can find ourselves job-hopping in search of fulfillment. It can be so discouraging when each job begins to resemble the previous, and we still feel that nagging sense that something is missing.

Over time, we can become resigned and think, “This is just how it’s going to be.” We normalize our circumstances and convince ourselves to accept that there’s nothing better out there for us.

It becomes harder to try new things, and easy to become entrenched in job and career. Fears around failure and change stop many people in their tracks.

It’s so important to understand the reasons why we’re afraid and the ways we handle fear. Fear is an emotion like any other. It is powerful, and can feel paralyzing. But it’s also an opportunity to explore what you’re really afraid of and question if it’s actually true.

Where Did You Learn to Resist Change?

Our beliefs about change can also lead to resistance. These beliefs can appear early in our lives. As children, change is hard because we have a limited perspective. Children rarely have control over the change that occurs in their lives. However, life events, through the lens of a child, can shape the way we view change as we grow into adults.

When I was young, my parents divorced, causing us to move twice. I was uprooted from a safe environment with friends, comfort, familiarity, and moved to a place where I didn’t feel like I fit in. In this season of my life, change was so painful, difficult, and confusing. This became my lens for change - how I processed it from that point on.

Looking at the Positive Results of Change

When we experience change as negative, we overlook the positive aspects of change. In fact, change isn’t actually what’s difficult. In the circumstances of my childhood, the relationships I’d developed was the painful part of my parents’ divorce, and the subsequent move. As I have allowed myself to understand that, and embrace the of importance relationships and belonging, I can recognize that change can be empowering, exciting, and was the path that led to fulfillment in my own life.

Think about what you want to change in your life. Is it your career? Is it your work-life balance? What can you put in place to make sure you stay on the right path? What are the beliefs that stand in the way of you making these changes? Examining and reframing them will help you make a successful transition into your new self.

“Making a career shift or transition into entrepreneurship can be done step by step to mitigate risk and fear.” - Blake Schofield (18:37-18:52)

Working with a mentor or coach can help you build a bridge to your new career. You can create a step-by-step process that lets you transition as slowly or as quickly as you’d like. Taking a measured approach mitigates risk and fear. Change really is a gift when you see the positive things that can happen as a result of taking new actions.

Maybe the things holding you back aren’t real factors. Don’t let fear be the driving force in your life. Find out where it’s causing you to make choices that don’t serve you. Focus on times when change had positive results. Change is a doorway to peace, happiness, and fulfillment in life. But it’s up to you to open that door and take the first step.

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“Most people, in building a business, don’t understand the value and importance of investing to gain the right skills and momentum.”

Blake Schofield (5:11 - 5:22)

The value and importance of investing in your business sooner rather than later.

You’re ready to leave your corporate job and create a life on your own terms. But now is not the best time. After all, you have plenty of debt and barely any savings. It’s best to wait until everything is in order before you even think about investing in your own business. Right? Wrong! Waiting might actually be sabotaging your success!

To prove my point, let’s use an example of two women in corporate America. Abbey and Betty were just like you. They were unhappy and unfulfilled, eager to make the move into entrepreneurship. While they both had good credit with the ability to leverage their assets and acquire loans, each woman took a different approach than the other to build their business over a time period of one year. Abbey decided to wait before investing. Betty went all in. As a result, one suffered and one thrived.

“Understand the value of investing. Not only can you cut back in order to build up savings, but you can actually make more money to build up savings!” - Blake Schofield (2:48 - 2:55)

Abbey decided it was best to get everything in order before heavily investing in her business. She cut down expenses and slowly began to build her business on her own. Many hours were spent researching what services she could best offer and designing a website for her business. Unfortunately, the website gained little traction and generated no momentum. At the end of one year, all of her hard work, sweat, and hustle amounted to only a grand total of $15 earned. Abbey had saved $5 from cutting down her expenses and profited only in $10 from her business. Now obviously, in reality, we would deal with much greater numbers. But for the sake of this example let’s keep it real simple and continue. Things continued to get worse at her corporate job and with every passing day, it was solidified that Abbey was not where she was meant to be. But over the last year, Abbey was unable to gain the right skills and momentum necessary to leave her corporate job in confidence because she didn’t invest. Sadly, she would have to stay put.

In comparison, Betty, who understood the value of investing and how to leverage money appropriately, made four years of progress in one year. Betty took $30 out of the bank and invested in getting the right skills and support to begin building her business. With support and guidance, she learned to focus her time and energy on reaching the right clients, developing messaging, and designing a rock hard business model. It required hard work and money up front but at the end of one year, Betty successfully made a $90 profit from her business. That’s a net worth of $60 going right into her savings for later use! That same week Betty handed in her two-week notice. Her investment had laid a foundation for growth, generating enough momentum over the last year to bridge the distance and cross comfortably into entrepreneurship.

“Remove the risk of having to leap into entrepreneurship and really build a bridge that will enable you to create life on your own terms.” - Blake Schofield (6:49 - 6:56)

The truth is you don’t have to wait until all your debt is paid off or your savings account is full to invest in your own business! You can and should invest as soon as possible to reach success. There’s really no excuse not to. You could even use a 0% APR credit card or take out a loan. Contradictory to popular belief, not all credit card debt is bad! In fact, one of the smartest things you can do is leverage credit to make more money to then pay back at a later time.

I know it can be scary to spend money to make money. But like Betty, you want to invest sooner rather than later to gain the right skills and momentum to set your business on a forward trajectory. Your investment, big or small, will provide the bricks necessary for you to build a bridge of fulfillment strong enough to cross comfortably from your corporate job into entrepreneurship. Don’t sabotage your success! Invest in your business today and enable yourself to create life on your own terms!

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“Success is not elusive. Success absolutely leaves clues.”

Blake Schofield (4:45 - 5:05)

The concept of success in entrepreneurship is really misunderstood.

So many women, when they start building their own business, are faced with fear and doubt they’ve never actually faced before, or haven’t faced in a really long time. It’s amazing the doubts that can creep into a wildly successful woman’s mind the moment she decides to leave Corporate America to build something of her own. Once a powerhouse full of confidence, all of the sudden there’s a small voice in her head that makes her wonder if she actually has what it takes.

Maybe I was only successful because of my team?

What if I can’t do this alone?

What if the way I’ve seen myself my entire career, is a facade? What if I am a fraud?

The fears and doubts are normal, and even understandable and to be expected. Building a business of your own is entirely different than working at corporate, or being employed. Suddenly, when you are your own boss, the structure becomes elusive, and the path can feel really unclear. The key to overcoming these fears is to acknowledge them, so you have the power to walk through them to the other side. As long as we avoid them, or ignore them, they WILL continue to hold power over us.

“Entrepreneurship isn’t just a journey to building a business, it’s a journey to discovering you. It’s a personal growth journey.”

- Blake Schofield (1:59 - 2:22)

The secret to success.

Let me let you in on a secret. The only thing that sets the incredibly successful entrepreneur - the entrepreneur bringing home six and seven figures - apart is her commitment to keep going, regardless of the obstacles and struggles that rise up, and her willingness to find the RIGHT people to walk alongside her. These are the keys to overcoming the fears and doubts that try to define you, and hold you back from the impact you were meant to make, and the life you desire to live.

Commitment.

Finding success in entrepreneurship isn’t about avoiding failure. Each setback is an opportunity to grow, each obstacle a chance to learn more about yourself. Facing fear and doubt head-on gives us the strength to become more confident in our abilities.

I am so passionate about making sure are maximizing their impact and talents. You weren’t meant to live a life of compromises. The strength that you carried within your Corporate career is the strength you can take with you as an entrepreneur. Even in the midst of the unknown and the challenges, all it takes is the decision to keep pressing forward.

“We have 39% of businesses today being women-led, and yet only 4% of the revenue is being driven by those business… Part of the reason for the disparity is women feel they have to do it alone... They are choosing fear and doubt over commitment and belief.”

- Blake Schofield (3:26 - 4:00)

Find the right people to walk beside you.

I have yet to meet a woman emerging from the corporate world to pursue entrepreneurship who has a clear grasp of all it takes to build their own business. However, too many women are trying to do it alone. The fear of failure, and other self-doubts, can stand in the way of making the decision to ask for help. Fear has a way of isolating us, making us feel like we have to prove ourselves, or that we should be able to figure it out on our own.

The journey of an entrepreneur is not meant to be done alone. Find the people who have already gone before you, who can help you avoid mistakes, and make wise choices. Seeking counsel from mentors and coaches who can guide your path into entrepreneurship is invaluable. They will save you a significant amount of time, emotional energy, and money. Not only that, but when you have the right people walking next to you, the journey is SO much more enjoyable.

“The difference between the successful entrepreneurs is that they have made their mind up that failure is not an option. All failure is, is giving up. They’ve made the commitment that they’ll do whatever it takes to be successful.” - Blake Schofield (4:19 - 4:41)

Are you happy and fulfilled in your current career? If your answer is no, are you willing to commit to making a change? There are multiple ways to make a sustainable income, with so many different industry choices. Entrepreneurship is just one, but it might be the best way for you to gain the freedom and fulfillment you desire.

In the midst of your fears and doubts, I want you to know that you can ABSOLUTELY be successful. Success isn’t elusive! It leaves you clues to follow. Entrepreneurship isn’t always easy, but if you decide to keep going no matter what, and you don’t try to do it alone, you have the potential to achieve everything you desire and more!

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“Understanding where your value comes from and communicating it effectively to others is truly how you build wealth, opportunity, and freedom in your life.”

Blake Schofield (0:39 - 0:52)

Your self-worth is not determined by a list of checkboxes.

From a very young age, women are taught incorrectly how to measure their inherent value. As students, we’re encouraged to achieve the highest grades possible. Achievements, check! As mothers, we’re expected to sacrifice all our time in devotion to helping others. Helpfulness, check! As businesswomen, we’re seen useful based on our career-focused choices, years of experience, and past successes. Only as good as my title, got it! Do you recognize the detrimental pattern? Over and over society hammers in the false understanding that value is determined by the number of boxes checked off a result-driven list. But this is simply not true. You have an inherent value that transcends society’s requirements.

“Even without results, or the work you do for other people, or whatever those things may be, you still have your own unique value to offer the world just because of who you are as a person.” - Blake Schofield (13:11 - 13:22)

You are unique and individual. Your experiences, perspective, and insight are different from anyone else and therefore necessary to this world. In order to stand firm in your self-worth, you must first embrace who you are as a person and then effectively communicate that value to others.

Embrace who you are. Prepare to have a serious heart to heart with yourself. Consider the statement, “I am valuable because…” What comes to mind? What do you believe makes you valuable? The complete statement should be “I am valuable because of who I am.” If this isn’t the case, you most likely have some limiting beliefs holding you back! For example, if you believe your value stems solely from how well you get along with others, then a situation with interpersonal conflict will cause great grief. The fear of being seen as invaluable causes your subconscious to do whatever necessary to maintain a well-liked persona. When you base your value on anything outside of who you are, you head towards a disappointing end of frustration and burnout. It’s just not worth it! Come back to the truth. You have value stemming from all aspects of your unique individualism. Appreciate your talents, gifts, and passions. Remember that self-worth encapsulates more than just what you do, it’s about who you are.

Communicate your value effectively. Women are often shamed and dismissed for standing firm in their value and demanding equal pay, recognition, and fair opportunities. But you have the power to claim what is rightfully yours! All you have to do is showcase your unique individualism. How do you do this? Brag! Share in a positive light the value you have to offer. For example, a buyer is on the hunt for a new camera but is unsure of which model to purchase. What do they do? They research specifications and read reviews to gain an understanding of the best camera for them on the market. It’s no different in business! Your goal is to boost the confidence others have in your ability to provide them with the results they’re seeking. Shift your perspective to effectively communicate that your value as a person and professional is worth a great investment of time and money.

“In sharing our value, and helping other people understand our value, we actually provide a service to them and ourselves.”

- Blake Schofield (4:12 - 4:19)

Positive self-worth is the most important quality any female can possess. It is the dictator of success in business. Unfortunately, for so long society has been twisting self-worth into a list of checkboxes. The more checks in achievements, helpfulness, and title-filled responsibilities the higher the value. No more! Say goodbye to this detrimental pattern and remove the lid confining your creativity and potential as a businesswoman. Stand firm in your unique individualism and communicate to others what you have to offer to claim a life of wealth, opportunity, and freedom. Refuse to check off any more boxes. Wipe out that list! You know your true value.

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“The real problem isn’t that you don’t have enough time. It’s that you value other people’s time more than yours.”

- Blake (0:33 - 0:42)Blake SchofieldConnections Illuminated

You have all the time you need to do exactly what you want.

The clock chimes eight o’clock and you haven’t even started your project due tomorrow. Dirty dishes lay in the sink. Your work pants still need to be ironed. Lunches aren’t even packed. Sound familiar? As a mother of three, I understand the chaotic ebb and flow of everyday life. Planners, calendars, and daily schedules are packed full of activities, commitments, and lists. Something always seems to pull you away, beckoning your full attention and steering you further from the direction of your goals and dreams. You’re worn out. You’re stressed. You’re completely overwhelmed. Even if you wanted to, there’s just not enough time in the day to do what you actually want. Or is there?

“Time is one of our most precious commodities. But most of us aren’t using it to our advantage. As a result, our time doesn’t align with our values.” - Blake (00:44 - 00:55)

I’m here to tell you that you have all the time you need to reach your goals and achieve your dreams. You may be shaking your head in protest. But the problem isn’t that you’ve maxed out on time. The problem is that you aren’t effectively valuing and managing the time you have! Everyone has the same number of hours in a day. Yet some use their “lack” of time as an excuse and others find ways to build the life they want. Their big secret? They take control.

Here are five reasons why you may feel so overwhelmed and struggling to gain control of your time:

You keep promises with others and not yourself. When something unexpected comes up, stop dropping happy hour with your girlfriend and ditching yoga. Nothing productive will come from you being grumpy and plump! Self-care will allow you to refuel, regroup, and show up as your best self. The next time work offers a new project and you’re debating whether to accept, resist. Repeat out loud, “My time is just as valuable as everyone else.”
You aim for perfection. As a recovering perfectionist, I understand the need to double, triple, and quadruple check your work. But tweaking to perfection is a waste of time and energy. Ever heard of the 80/20 rule? The Pareto Principle is a rule that states 80% of the results are driven by 20% of the work that we do. That means the majority of work you do doesn’t actually move the needle forward! Spend less time tweaking and more time focusing on producing the highest quality of work in that 20% range.
You believe adding structure will restrict you. If you are, or have been, in the corporate world, you might perceive structure as stifling and restrictive. Don’t worry! I’m not implying the kind of structure that involves long meetings fulfilling other’s agendas. I’m talking about the way you choose to organize your time. Experience true freedom in defining and building a framework that ties your time with what you value most, your needs, and priorities.
You lack clarity in prioritizing what’s most important. Staying clear on what’s most important is challenging. To keep yourself in check, ask yourself if you are managing your time based off of your structure or someone else’s? Resist other’s expectations and time tables. As a physical reminder, place your priorities in front of you on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis to ensure you’re spending your time on what really matters.
You lack a consistent process to review, manage, and reflect on whether you are serving or pushing away your goals. When we dig under the surface, my clients and I find they are wasting a minimum of 3 hours a day. That equates to 20 hours a week in lost time! In order to build the life you want, you must stay consistent. Check your daily habits regularly to evaluate whether or not you are using your time to actively pursue your goals.

“Once I actually put structure into my life, that was based on my best way of working and my priorities...it was incredibly freeing.”

- Blake (8:47 - 8:56)

My clients are successful women, just like you. They juggle work responsibilities, personal relationships, motherly duties, and themselves. Though unique in their own situations they all came to me exhausted, frustrated, and overwhelmed. They all believed they didn’t have enough time to do what they really wanted. But they were wrong. Perhaps you are too?

Think of what you could manifest in an extra twenty hours throughout the week. You could change careers. You could start your own business. You could do whatever your heart desires! Not only is it possible, but it’s also probable. This week take control and look for the ways you can maximize your time using the five reasons above as a guide. Put together a calendar that blocks out your daily schedule hour by hour. Aim to reduce any unnecessary work by remembering time perfecting is time wasting. Lastly, keep the promises you make to yourself and fill your cup. For further guidance read The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth Behind Extraordinary Results by Gary W. Keller and Jay Papasan.

Are you still twiddling your thumbs? What are you waiting for? Take control and spring into action. You have all the time you need to achieve your dreams!

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“I was looking for the next promotion, the next company to make me happy. What I realized was, if I really didn't understand what I wanted, how could I possibly ever find it?”

- Blake Schofield (2:20)Blake SchofieldConnections Illuminated

When you realize it's time for a change in your career but can't see the path forward, the only person who can give you the answers is you.

Your instincts are telling you that the career you're in just isn't a good fit anymore. The work doesn't excite you and there seems to be no trajectory for growth. Put simply, something has to change. So what do you do?

Coming to a crossroads in your career is a very scary thing. I've been there. Only, instead of looking to myself for the solution, I searched around for an external answer to my problem. I thought another company, another promotion could make me happy and bring me peace. Needless to say, it didn't work out, and eventually, I realized the fulfillment I was seeking couldn’t be found in the corporate world.

If you're feeling unfulfilled and lacking clarity in the future of your career, you're facing one of two choices: should you stay in the corporate arena or break away and start your own business?

“If you could have anything, what would it be that you don't have today?” - Blake Schofield. (6:03)

This is not uncommon. Many people transition from career path to career path throughout their lives. If you're looking for the best way to make your big decision, I'd love to share some questions you can ask yourself to get clear on your path forward.

What makes me unhappy? It's often much easier to figure out what we want when we begin by figuring out what we DON’T want. Usually, the things that are the most obvious are the ones that frustrate us. Maybe you're feeling a lack of control with your schedule, or you're feeling guilty about missing time with your family. Whatever it is, write it down. You want to aim for 10-15 items on this list. Don't just go for the surface-level stuff. Dig deep.
What do I wish was different? What is it that you don't have right now that you want? Maybe you'd only be doing parts of the job you do now, or your schedule would be more flexible. Write down 10-15 on this list as well.
Where can I find these things? What career would allow you to have the things you want while avoiding the things you don't? Is there another company or job that fits your criteria? Beware, when you're job searching, of seeking out more of the same stuff that made you unhappy to begin with. Of course, we look for similar jobs because that's comfortable and familiar. If you realize at this point that there's no corporate position that matches up, fear can start creeping in.
If I wasn't compromising, what would I really want? Do your research. Once you know what you want and what you don't, really take a good look at options that might work for you. Create a “Top 5” list of great opportunities and then assess whether each one would require you to give up something you don't want to give up. Look into the company expectations, the lifestyle requirements, whether you and your family would have the time and freedom you need.
Do these opportunities excite me and do I believe they would fix my issue? Think long-term on this one. Consider whether you'd want to do the job for five or ten years. If you go through your list and find opportunities that don't require you to compromise and give you excitement for the possibility, there's your answer! If not, it's time to consider option B: building your own opportunity.

Building a career from scratch is a scary prospect - but it's also an amazing opportunity to learn and grow.

If none of the possibilities on your list are what you need, revisit the list of what you actually want. Think about more than the tangible aspects - the paycheck, the time off. Think about the deeper parts of your life that your current job situation is affecting. Are you less present around your family? Have you lost your sense of community with your friends due to lack of time, or are you missing out on dream trips/volunteer opportunities that have been on your bucket list forever?

Ask yourself, “If I didn't have to worry about finances or it not working, is there anything that would hold me back from going after what I want?” If you realize that money and risk are the only obstacles to pursuing what you want to do, this route is worth considering.

Entrepreneurship is not for everyone. It requires dedication from you, a willingness to work hard, and a high level of accountability and responsibility in your business. But there is very unique freedom found in building your own business that you can get nowhere else.

“There has never been someone that entered into entrepreneurship confident that they had all the answers, with no fears, and doubts, or worries.” - Blake Schofield. (13:12)

Above all, the decision you make should not be decided by your fears or doubts. When you make decisions based on your uncertainties, you end up compromising, and down the road end up right back where you started - feeling unfulfilled and looking for a way out. Whatever step you take should be taken from the pursuit of what success looks like for your life. If success for you can't be found in the corporate world, be empowered by the opportunity to create it for yourself.

Getting out of your situation, if you don’t have a clear path to where you want to be, will likely end up creating a situation that is worse, not better, than where you are today. If you are currently trying to decide if you should start your own business, or if a change in career would be a better fit, use this free tool to gain some clarity in your own unique situation! You don’t have to settle, and you don’t have to jump from one unfulfilling situation right into another.

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“Women don’t keep their promises to themselves. When things get busy, they allow work or obligations to shut out the things that fill their cup.”

- Blake Schofield (2:39)Blake SchofieldConnections Illuminated

Women tend to sacrifice themselves for the good of those around them. But how much good does it really do?

There is a long history that has existed in our society of women taking on the burdens of those around them in order to be the ideal - ideal wife, ideal mother, and - more recently - the ideal businesswoman.

We, as women, tend to hold ourselves to unattainable standards that have us taking care of everyone’s needs above our own and which leave us burned out, overwhelmed, and guilt-ridden because our daily reality doesn’t look like our Pinterest page.

The truth or the matter that we frequently forget is, what we see on social media is only part of the story. It is a collage of everyone else’s best moments, and we cannot judge ourselves based on the values and perspectives of others.

The trend of selflessness as the ideal lifestyle comes from a few lies we tell ourselves.

Other people’s needs are greater than mine.
It is my job to make sure everyone else is okay
Others can’t take care of things as well as I can, so I have to do them.
If I were really a great mom/wife/businessperson/woman, I could handle all of this.
I need to maintain the “perfect” life in order for my loved ones to feel happy, taken care of, and loved.

“When we’re so burned out and driven to take care of others without taking care of ourselves, we struggle to be present.”

- Blake Schofield. (7:45)

In fact, America’s life expectancy has now fallen behind that of several major, developed countries, and the decline is due to despair - discouragement about the world and our ability to create the life we want to live.

When you live your life deprioritizing yourself in favor of others, you begin to develop a pattern of feeling out-of-control, and subsequently, falling into despair. This downward spiral doesn’t only affect us. The patterns we live by will show up in our children. As our kids grow up in a disconnected, out-of-touch society, they become prone to depression, anxiety, and even suicidal mindsets.

Contrary to popular belief, spending more time with your kids does not automatically make you a good parent or strengthen your relationship with them. The most effective way to foster healthy relationships with your children, and help them grow into strong, independent humans is to prioritize the things that matter and be fully present with your children while you are doing those things. You might be physically spending time with your kids, but are you mentally engaged with them? Are you processing what they’re telling you? When we are stressed, burnt out, and struggling without a way to replenish ourselves, it can be nearly impossible to be fully present.

It’s time to shift the ideals we reach for.

We’re stressed. We’re burnt out. We’re trying to grow a family and a career from a place of despair. Enough is enough. It’s time for a wakeup call.

You’ve all heard the safety announcements made on airplanes. You know, the one where you’re told to put your own mask on first and help those around you after. The same concept applies to our lives, our families, and even our careers. If we’re not taking time to care for ourselves, we’re not going to have enough oxygen to care for anyone else.

“Where are some places in my life that I can allow my loved ones to show up and take responsibility, so I can show up and engage with my family and my work?” - Blake Schofield. (14:57)

We’ve seen the problem, how do we fix it?

If you find yourself in a place of despair, the first step is to examine your schedule and make some necessary shifts. Think strategically to create a schedule that gives you some ability to prioritize your time appropriately. For help creating a schedule that maximizes your time, reference my episode of The Bridge to Fulfillment podcast that discusses this topic.
Build in some time just for you one to two times a week, and go do something you love. Read a book, get a manicure, or go out to lunch with some girlfriends.
Look at the patterns in your life and the list of harmful beliefs we covered. Are those beliefs dictating your day-to-day? If they are, challenge yourself. Examine whether or not those beliefs are true, and why or why not.
Finally, find ways for your loved ones to help you in finding time to care for yourself. It is okay to ask for help and support, and they will reap the rewards of even simple things done to help you.

No one is meant to live their life from a place of despair. Especially not you! Take some time this week to assess your life. Are you making time for you? Are you letting yourself be held back by limiting beliefs, and resignation to living life from a place of empty? Most importantly, do you feel fulfilled? If not, it’s time to take back your life!

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We can help you do just that.

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“Stand firm in your value… you are so much more valuable than what you are charging.”

- Samantha Hartley (23:50 - 24:03)Blake SchofieldConnections Illuminated

Why wait? You can be happy now.

Are you continually finishing the statement, “I’ll be happy when…?" Do you find yourself daydreaming, endlessly wishing, and coveting your fellow neighbor’s career? Then listen up. You may be headed for a catastrophic burnout and possible breakdown. That is where Samantha Hartley found herself after many grueling years in the marketing field working for the multi-billion dollar company Coca-Cola. Concerned about her health and burnt out from the intensity, enough was enough. Samantha decided to walk away from her corporate career and start fresh.

The leap of faith was not a clean decision but an obvious one. It was time for a change, for something better, for something she always wanted - her own business. The concept was clear but the details surrounding which industry to choose were murky. Samantha took a year off to nurture her body and mind back to health while searching for the next step. All the while, the phone kept ringing as former colleagues requested guidance in various projects. Then it hit her. All of her strengths and knowledge gained through her studies gave her excellent experience and qualification to consult.

Perhaps you feel in a similar boat? Do you feel like what you are doing is not the right fit or best option for your unique gifts? Are you ready for your own business? There is no better time than the present.

“Never burn your bridges, because those people will reappear in your life and be able to help you.” -Samantha Hartley (7:14 - 7:21)

First, be willing to ask for and receive help. Most entrepreneurs pull from the support of former colleagues, close friends, and family to get their business running. Try to create positive interactions to encourage connections for growth. Never burn your bridges. The connections you make along the way are so important and may prove useful down the road. Disregard the lies corporate taught you. The path to success is not straight, and your unique approach to building your business will work much better than trying to fit into the box of your corporate experience. Building a business is full of challenges and bumps in the road. Unfortunately, only 4% of women-driven business are making consistent revenue. Investing in a coach can give you the drive, and tools you need to rise above the statistics.

Investing in a coach is definitely more costly than figuring it out on your own. It will save you time and research. However, it comes with the risk of dishing out large quantities of money for “good advice.” Anyone can give advice, but only experienced individuals can provide wise counsel. Therefore, be wary of individuals who name drop instead of providing years of experience. Seek individuals who have been where you are and are now where you want to be. Wise counsel should give insight into how to gain more clients and help remove limitations to reveal what is indeed possible.

Stop selling yourself short. Stand in your value and charge what you deserve.

As you are shaping your business, it is really important to look at your offer and make sure you are assigning appropriate value to your services. The world is your oyster, you are surrounded by opportunity and abundance. Too often, we limit our reach, and our income, by what we think is possible. When you allow yourself to dream bigger, you will begin to see that there is no limit to your potential. There is no reason why any female entrepreneur should be making less than $50,000. If you make less than that figure, or perhaps you make more but are still making less than your goal income - It’s time to shift your mentality.

Take some time to honestly answer the questions below:

Am I working with the right sized clients?
Am I relying too heavily on subcontractors and risking personal gain?
Am I appropriately charging based on my value as a businesswoman?

Your time and work are worth something. Be open to negotiating, but understand the factors in value. Remember that what you accomplish in top-line sales is never what you bring home in profit. To avoid operating too close to the red, run your business at a minimum of 40% in profit.

Teach yourself and your clients that costs deduct, but investments enhance. There is no victim mentality in the full understanding of return on investments. You are in the business of generating more for yourself and others. Disregard your background influencing negative self-talk and possible limitations. It does not matter whether you have a high school diploma or a college degree. You can make an impact as long as you can deliver the results you offer.

“If you start a business with a journey to a $100,000, you’re only going to make a $100,000. Lift the lid off what is possible for you.” -Blake Schofield (40:24 - 40:34)

The danger all of us face in goal-setting is the risk of limiting potential. If you plan to make $100,000 in revenue, you will make $100,000. If you fail to set new, higher goals, you will face a plateau. Why not dream bigger? Think big and shoot high, but pitch right-sized clients who inspire and excite you. You are not deficient, or less-than as an entrepreneur. When you find yourself comparing your success to those around you, or feeling intimidated by a potential client, keep in mind everyone has insecurities. Some are better than others in hiding it, but we all struggle with self-confidence issues at some level. Let this be of comfort to you when interacting with your next client. They are just like you. Focus on what you can offer to take the focus off what you fear.

Embrace your value to offer the highest value to your clients. You have the power to create what you want if you want it.

It is best to block creative time to maintain momentum. Activities such as walking your dog and soaking in the hot tub are highly encouraged for problem-solving and planning the infrastructure of your business. Wherever your best creative work happens, be sure to weave it into your everyday life. Before you know it, the life you always imagined will manifest.

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“You owe it to yourself and the world to be living in your passion and purpose.”

- Nicola Watson (53:25-53:30)Blake SchofieldConnections Illuminated

Conditioned beliefs about what we can accomplish or feel we deserve keep us from pursuing the things we really love in business and in life. However, it is entirely possible for you to build a successful six-figure business if you change your belief systems, and build a network that supports your dream.

Nicola Watson moved to the U.S. from Jamaica in 2001 for her undergraduate studies. Although she had a successful academic career, Nicola always dreamed of being a fashion designer. But a career in fashion was something that wasn’t valued in her home country. Because of this, she was never comfortable following her passion and instead stuck to her academic studies, only to pursue a field she didn’t really love.

Nicola realized that she would only be happy if she did what she loved. She decided to attend fashion school, despite feeling like she was making the wrong decision. This led her to a career as a corporate fashion designer for Target and Abercrombie & Fitch. She eventually went out on her own and started Le Fashion Lab, teaching others how to take the leap into the fashion industry and follow their own business dreams.

“Results are based on strategy, execution, focus, clarity, and consistency in the work you’re doing.” - Blake Schofield (46:55-47:05)

Women often see the success that others have and think, “It’s possible for her but not for me.” They don’t believe their passion could actually make money for them. Having the clarity to follow your passion in business is the first step to your own success in anything you do. You will encounter self-doubt and trepidation. However, if you take action in spite of the struggles that come your way, you can achieve your own entrepreneurial success.

Nicola’s Le Fashion Lab became a place where fashion enthusiasts could take courses without having to give up their day jobs and pursue their dreams of being in the fashion industry. Her success was a direct result of the clarity she had in what she wanted to do.

Paving a Path to Your Dream Business

Misconceptions that get in the way of business success include the belief that your passion won’t pay you or that you need to stress yourself out just to make it all happen. As a result, people settle for less. You can avoid this common trap by getting outside validation from others. Understanding the numbers and forecasting the path you’ll take makes the process easier. It’s important to know when your business isn’t working so you can realign your strategy for success. Consider the highest value you can provide, and reposition your business so that others see the potential it offers them.

If you reprogram your mind to believe that what you’re doing will work, you eliminate limiting beliefs that stop most entrepreneurs in their tracks. Thinking too small is one of the biggest mistakes people make. Even Nicola, who had great success in her academic career, struggled to have the confidence to run her own business. As she pushed through limiting beliefs, she was able to make her dreams come true, pursue her passion, and build a business around something as “non-traditional” as fashion design.

“When you have clarity, it’s easier to pave a path to success.”

- Nicola Watson (6:57-7:03)

Creating routines that re-energize and motivate you is a powerful way to keep moving forward. Coaching from others who have successfully pursued their own business goals is an invaluable tool that today’s entrepreneurs need. Owning your own business can be a lonely pursuit. Working with a coach creates a success team that supports your goals.

Every entrepreneur owes it to herself to be living her passion and purpose. Money should not be the reason you don’t do the things you love. Real and lasting success comes when you believe that your dreams are possible for you and that you can have what you want. You have everything it takes to be a successful entrepreneur, and every moment along your business journey creates the choices that lead you to success.

Learn more at Nicola Watson and Le Fashion Lab by visiting lefashionlab.com. You can also connect with Nicola by email at info@lefashionlab.com.

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“The more women are successful as entrepreneurs, creating environments that allow people to lead balanced and harmonious lives, the more corporate America is going to have to change.”

- Blake Schofield (8:01-8:19)Blake SchofieldConnections Illuminated

Women make up 49% of the workforce, but they only occupy 15% of executive suites. Which means, there is still a huge barrier for women to make their way to the top of today’s companies. More and more women are abandoning the corporate world to build their own businesses. These women are taking their opportunity for leadership into their own hands and are transforming the corporate landscape in the process.

Women struggle to reach executive positions in corporate America due to traditional, archaic ways of thinking that do little to create new opportunities for women. Beliefs around company loyalty force employees to sacrifice their personal lives for the sake of their work. Women often have to balance their careers with family responsibilities, and this is especially true as they advance within the company.

“It isn’t just that only 15% of executive opportunities are for women...it’s what women have to give up to even get that 15%.” - Blake Schofield (4:34-4:44)

For those women do who make their way up to a C-suite, the stress of sacrificing so much of their lives can be too much to endure. They find it difficult to show up fully in their work and express their points of view.

That’s why many women choose the entrepreneurial path and take on new perspectives of what they can achieve in life. They’re standing up and taking stock of the value they provide and what they can achieve when they have a balanced work and home life. As the number of successful women entrepreneurs grows, so does the number of women who realize that they, too, can leave the confines of corporate America.

Women Entrepreneurs are Leveling the Corporate Playing Field

Women often have to work twice as hard to get the same recognition as their male counterparts. Although they make up 49% of the workforce, women may actually be doing a larger percentage of the work. The best way to change the nature of corporate work is to create new businesses that prioritize each person’s value and supports them in leading a balanced and harmonious life. But there’s still much more that needs to be done before the playing field is leveled.

Today, 37% of entrepreneurial business are owned by women. But those businesses only make up 4.2% of business revenue. This disparity highlights another problem women are facing - the businesses they’re creating aren’t making much money. Women are going out on their own to build businesses, but many lack the mentorship, tools, and support that help them achieve high levels of revenue. There’s a growing trend of women leaving corporate America to become entrepreneurs in their own right. However, they are not getting the support they need to succeed.

“When women truly take ownership and have the tools to be successful in all avenues of life… we will shift the dynamic of what’s broken with the workforce today.”

- Blake Schofield (8:33-8:51)

There is a huge opportunity for today’s business women to shift the workplace dynamic. Now is the time to take advantage of the opportunities that are available to change this dynamic for future generations.

Mothers who are entrepreneurs want their children to grow up in a new kind of work environment—one where they have an equal chance for success in their own businesses or in the companies they work for. Teaching your child these and other invaluable lessons will be the catalyst for changing the corporate landscape and creating a brighter future for tomorrow’s executive women.

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“Self-care is not selfish, it’s actually the kindest thing you can do.” - Blake Schofield (14:06-14:12)Blake SchofieldConnections Illuminated

For today’s entrepreneurs, burnout is a major threat to their success and wellbeing. Our lives can quickly fall out of alignment with core values, leading to mental, emotional, and physical fatigue. In more severe cases, burnout contributes to health problems that have lasting effects self and family.

By adopting new perspectives and beliefs around work, and using proven tips to create balance in your life, it is completely possible to avoid burnout while staying healthy, motivated, and profitable in our businesses.

“The problem with work/life balance is that you’re always trading off one thing for another.” - Blake Schofield (2:29-2:33)

Many entrepreneurs quickly discover that their business is the primary focal point in their lives. They lose their sense of fulfillment, feeling like they’re on a never-ending hamster wheel. Business owners and employees find it hard to disconnect from work. The tactics once used to manage life may soon stop working. Avoiding burnout comes down to ideas and beliefs around work.

Create a Life of Harmony and Align Your Work With What’s Meaningful

The following are the four areas to consider in order to avoid burnout:

Self-care
Boundaries
Clarity of purpose
Consistent habits

Realigning your activities is critical to your success in the long run. Making decisions based on guilt or thinking that being a martyr makes you a great mom or wife are signs that your life may not be aligned with your core values.

“Avoiding burnout comes from accountability and taking responsibility. Build the right habits and challenge the misbelief that you’re not worth time for yourself...because you are.” - Blake Schofield (32:12-32:34)

Giving yourself a break is the greatest gift you can give to those you love. But the only person who can make the necessary changes in your life is you. Below are some essential steps to creating a life that’s in harmony.

Self-Care. Ask yourself what beliefs have kept you from giving yourself the care that supports your wellbeing. Identify the things that excite and challenge you, and organize your time to prioritize them. Have at least two self-care rituals you can do on a weekly basis. Assess the state of the spiritual, creative, social, and mental aspects of your life so you can build them up.

Boundaries. Where are you taking on more responsibilities than you should be? If you see that some areas of your life are being sacrificed for others, find out why. Identify the fears and worries causing you to take on unnecessary responsibilities. Create boundaries that allow you to meet your own needs while meeting the needs of those who rely on you.

Clarity of Purpose. Are your activities aligned with its values and mission? Does your business support your family and other relationships? When you get clear on your purpose, you can eliminate the things that aren’t aligned with your values. You’ll avoid spending time on things that don’t support your personal and professional goals.

Consistent Habits. Break down your schedule. Do you start your day in a rush and struggle to get your priorities in during the day? Are evenings occupied with responsibilities at home? When you see how your spending your time, you can repurpose it and do more of the things that are meaningful to you. Track your progress over time and look back on the things you accomplished. Set short-term goals to keep you moving forward while keeping your activities in balance with your needs.

Entrepreneurs often expect things to be perfect. But they’re almost never going to be. Avoiding burnout requires you to be accountable to yourself and take responsibility for what you create each day. Challenge misleading beliefs and build new habits and behaviors so you create a business, family, and life that are in harmony with you.

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“By nature, all of us are limited, because we only know what we've experienced.”

- Blake Schofield (6:00)Blake SchofieldConnections Illuminated

Feeling unfulfilled? Re-evaluate where you're looking for answers.

If you're searching for fulfillment in your life and career, consider the following...

Would you know it if you got it?

Having true clarity is the first step to creating meaningful change in your life. So many of us not only lack clarity, but also the understanding required to find it. This is because we all grow up with limiting beliefs and a relatively narrow perspective based on how we've been conditioned and taught.

“Achievement vs. fulfillment - If we do what we are fulfilled by, we will achieve. - Blake Schofield (13:25)

There is any number of self-limiting beliefs that keep us from clarity, but there are a few that are extremely prevalent for entrepreneurs.

Good things take a long time to reach. Most of us have been told throughout our lives that we have to make decisions slowly, do our research, and put in hours of thought. Although this makes us feel good, it often ends up being a massive waste of time and energy. Ask yourself if the results were really worth all the effort.
We can, and should, wait for inspiration. This one speaks for itself. We often wait for clarity to hit us like a bolt of lightning, instead of taking steps to reach it for ourselves.
If I can't figure it out, no one else can help. After we have exhausted ourselves with endless research and planning, we imagine that we've done all that we can do and that no one could do any better for us. This idea negates the importance of perspective in reaching clarity. You can't read the label from inside the bottle. An outside opinion can be an invaluable resource to help you achieve a wider perspective.

Once you start looking inside yourself for clarity, the real work starts

The best way to progress towards much-needed clarity is by asking deep questions of yourself to gain more understanding.

What do you value?

What unique skills and experience do you bring to the table?

What are you passionate about?

What do you want your legacy to be?

Through the process of cultivating understanding, you may begin to understand the limiting beliefs you hold, and your perspective may begin to shift as you see possibilities for your life that have been “hidden in plain sight.”

Imagine you're going on a road trip. Although you got your car detailed before you left, as you drive, a layer of gunk and grime begins to coat your windshield. Your wipers may help, but eventually, you'll run out of fluid and find yourself with a dirty window and an obscured view.

This is a common experience in our lives as well. High-powered women frequently find that they have spent so much time nurturing their career and building their family that they don't take time for themselves, and are now trying to drive with a grimy windshield.

“That unsettlement, that lack of fulfillment, those were the signs I was doing the wrong thing.” - Blake Schofield. (21:00)

Why do we have such an issue with clarity?

The foremost reason is that we believe that answers are supposed to come from outside. Our favorite books, websites, and speakers on YouTube are meant to give us the insight we seek, but if you're looking for something in the wrong place, you simply won't find it.

This belief also stems from the concept that achievement equals fulfillment. They are not the same thing. We believe that when we hit a revenue goal or get that big promotion we'll be happier, but somehow all these things still leave us empty. This is because the answers we need are inside us, albeit heavily obscured by our limiting beliefs and conditioning.

Jamie Smart's book on clarity likens the search to a trap. Until you realize you're snared, you won't be able to free yourself. But once you see that you're caught, you can figure out how the trap works and get free. The best way to find out you are stuck? Enlist someone who can see the trap from a different angle and help you get out. It may be even more helpful if they got out of the same trap themselves.

Statistics tell us that 85% of people are unhappy in their jobs, and, even more shockingly, that adults will spend a whopping 80% of our lives at work. With that in mind, ask yourself if you're really okay with spending that 80% in something that doesn't bring fulfillment. Also, consider that if you spend 80% of your life doing something you hate, it will begin to eat away at the quality of the other 20%, guaranteed.

The process of gaining clarity is simple, but it isn't easy. It's also not a one-time, soul-searching experience. Your search for fulfillment and the broadening of your horizons should be a continual practice. That may seem daunting, but the results will give you unimaginable freedom.

Here is a valuable worksheet to help you with your clarity process! These are some of the questions and steps I utilize with my clients, and it’s sure to help you gain some perspective. Remember, clarity is one of the first steps to fulfillment!

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“Letting go of the security I felt in money allowed me to create a path to actually have it all.” - Blake Schofield (2:00)Blake SchofieldConnections Illuminated

Letting go of fears and insecurities about money is difficult, but it grants us the freedom to pursue real fulfillment.

Sometimes the truths we need to hear are the hardest to swallow. This is the first lesson Blake Schofield learned on her journey towards a fulfilling career.

When her friend told her that her love of money was holding her back, she was outraged. He didn't understand the pressure she faced to provide for her family, the unhappiness she woke to every day, and the risk inherent in letting go of her secure corporate job.

Blake found herself at a crossroads. She was burned out and frustrated, but had shut her feelings off out of a sense of responsibility - and of fear. What would she do without her steady, 6-figure salary? What might she have to sacrifice in order to pursue her own, more fulfilling business path? It wasn't until she reached her breaking point and thought of her real priorities that she let go of her fears and corrected her money mindset.

“When we live our lives based on money, it controls us, and we will never be happy.” - Blake Schofield (15:00)

While money feels good to us, and often necessary, it can also be our biggest inhibitor. We can find ourselves tied to our salary and the lifestyle it grants us. But at the end of the day, money should enable your dreams, not hold them back.

The first thing Blake did was to take a close look at her expenses and where her money was going. Her comfortable salary meant she hadn't had to think about the little things, but when she really sat down to analyze her spending, she realized how much the little things had added up. She immediately began trimming the fat with a hazy goal in mind: start saving. She didn't set a specific goal, but soon found that having some savings gave her a feeling of ownership and something to get her through the rough days at her job.

The first mistake hopeful entrepreneurs make is believing that they have to have some arbitrary amount of money saved up before they can devote themselves to building their business, but savings will not grant you clarity or meaningful progress.

Are you on the right path? More importantly, are you willing to do the work?

“Until I let go of the pier until I believed and had faith that I could reach the boat, I would never get where I wanted to go.” - Blake Schofield (19:20)

The second mistake many entrepreneurs make is putting down a few planks of a new business and then getting overconfident and taking the leap. After saving up and doing some research, Blake left her corporate job and spent a joyful time hanging with her family and working on her business. Soon enough, she came to see that she was burning through her money and finding a lot of conflicting information, and no one was showing up to buy from her. She needed a mentor but was terrified of making the investment.

When you face the choice to invest in something to help you grow, or keep your money and struggle through, think of the times you've invested in yourself before, and what the return was. Maybe it was a college degree that led you to a career, or a job that taught you a valuable skill. We invest in our future all the time, in stocks and our 401k, not knowing if we'll ever see the profits. If you invest in your business, be sure you're ready to do the work to see results.

Blake believed in her path and invested in a business coach. Now, after working with several groups and coaches, she says she has not regretted a single one, and they gave her the momentum to move her business forward and see her goals of security, fulfillment, and balance come to fruition.

So, what does your path look like? Moving towards the business and the life you want starts when you stop letting money control you and challenge your comfort zone. Invest in yourself when you need to and put yourself around knowledgeable people who see your potential. And don't quit your day job just yet: keeping your finances steady will give you the freedom to work on and invest in your business with less fear that you'll ruin your life in the process. This will allow you to move towards the clarity and the peace that you're seeking.

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“My mission is to show women what’s possible for their lives. I see more women than not sacrificing something really big in their life because they believe it’s an either/or proposition.”

Welcome to The Bridge to Fulfillment. If you’re like me, you have spent too many years believing that you have to sacrifice your income, or your family, or your fulfillment in this life. This lie kept me unhappy for way too long, and it’s my mission to show women, to show you, that this doesn’t have to be your story. It is possible to pursue a career that breathes life into your soul, and pays you what you’re worth, and still make it to the soccer game or family dinner. We have countless options to us in this age, but too many insist on living in an old archetype of women in the workplace, settling for ‘less than’ in one, or all, areas of life.

“I moved into a job where the culture wasn’t aligned with who I was intrinsically, but I learned how to adapt because I didn’t believe there was anything better. I thought ‘is this what a job is supposed to be?’ I didn’t know what I was missing.”

If you’ve ever felt trapped in your career...

If you’ve ever been resigned to think that you must settle for less...

If you’ve ever bought into the lie that as long as you love some aspects of your job, you should settle into an “it is what it is” mentality and let that be good enough...

If you keep telling yourself that you’ll feel fulfilled if you just get make it to “director,” “manager,” or a certain salary...

It may be time for a change.

It doesn’t matter if you’re winning the race if it’s not a race you wanted to run in the first place.

I’m here to show you that it’s possible to do the work you love and have the life you want.

“In that moment I was done. I was done with allowing someone else to control my future. I was done with the amount I was giving up for a career that paid me really well but wasn’t making me happy.” (33:06)

The Bridge to Fulfillment will be full of content to challenge you to get out of the box and help you finally be able to identify the multitude of possibilities all around you. It is so important, as you are finding your way, to surround yourself with people who can help you remember what is possible. Don’t wait until you are at a breaking point to decide to think about making a change. Start now. You have access to the tools to build a bridge and make a safe transition into a life that is so full of possibility.

If any of this has resonated with you, I want you to know that I understand because I am you. I know where you're’ going, and I know the way. I know the obstacles you’re facing, and I know a few shortcuts along the way. I know something else, you’re already there, you just don’t know it yet. Let me show you the way.

Some Topics we talk about in this episode:

Introduction - 0:00
Blake’s Journey from Corporate to Freedom - 3:13
Experience with Merchandising - 9:45
Blake’s Work with High-End and Department Stores - 11:12
Being Unfulfilled in the Midst of a Great Company - 24:32
Stepping Out of the Corporate World- 35:56
What to Expect in Coming Episodes - 41:12
Wrap-up and Takeaways - 44:34

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“Are you ready to build a successful career on your terms without sacrificing what matters most?

Welcome to The Bridge to Fulfillment. My name is Blake Schofield, founder of Connections Unlimited. I am on a mission, a mission to help women everywhere recognize the fulfillment that is possible, without sacrificing the things that matter most. Too many women are living out lives in corporate America believing they have to give up something, income, health, time, family, because they believe the couldn’t possibly have it all.

I believed that lie for 18 years, as I chased down fulfillment in the next promotion, opportunity, and job. In one eye-opening moment, I realized that what I was seeking didn’t reside in corporate America. I finally took charge of my life and built my own bridge to fulfillment. Maybe your story is like mine. Perhaps you find yourself stuck in a corporate job that leaves you with a nagging sense that something is lacking. The Bridge to Fulfillment will provide you with the tool necessary to begin building your own bridge to the fulfilling life you have dreamt of.

You CAN have it all! So, what are you waiting for?

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