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At some point in your career there's a good chance someone will tell you that you need to be more strategic. Whether they can actually articulate what they mean is another matter
If you've been given that feedback but you're not sure where to start, this week's episode breaks down how to demonstrate to others that you have the ability to think strategically
Key points from this episode
Defining 'being strategic' - the difference between strategic thinking and strategic planningWorking out whether you need to develop your strategic thinking ability, demonstrate it better or a bit of bothPractical strategies to better demonstrate the strategic thinking ability you already haveRelated Episode
What to do when you're told to be more strategic
Useful Links
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When you want to progress and create more opportunities for yourself in your career, it's often tempting to work harder and try to distinguish yourself by being a top performer.
But performance is only a part of what creates career success (and it's probably a smaller part than you might think). This week we're talking about the different elements that contribute to career success and how you can use that to your advantage
Key points from this episode
Introducing PIE Theory and what it means for career successHow personal brand creates the perception of you as being promotion ready Why visibility is often the missing piece in career progressPractical steps to take when you want to be in the frame for future opportunitiesUseful Links
Connect with Pam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelalangancoaching/
Connect with Jacqui on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqui-jagger/
Follow the Catalyst Careers LinkedIn page for career tips and advice
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If you've ever worried about how to prepare for a presentation at interview, this episode is for you.
We're covering some of the common mistakes people make as well as how to make sure you prepare without it taking you hours or risking you offering free consultancy
Key points from this episode
Understanding the purpose of presentations: why they're used and how understanding that makes preparation easierCommon mistakes to AvoidHow to prepare so you can deliver with confidenceBalancing showcasing how you can add value with avoiding the risk of giving away free consultancyUseful Links
The Interview Presentation Slide Deck resource
Connect with Pam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelalangancoaching/
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As a leader, the demands on your time and attention can be overwhelming. When you’re managing a team, juggling multiple projects, and every action from every meeting seems to have your name against it, it's easy to lose sight of the bigger picture. This is where the practice of regular quarterly planning and review can be a game-changer, helping you stay focused, keep your eyes on the real priorities and ultimately deliver more in your role
Key points from this episode
Why Quarterly planning and review can be a career game changer if you commit to itWhat to consider when reflecting on the previous 90 daysHow to create a 90 day plan when you're already in a role and looking forwardUseful Links
Connect with Pam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelalangancoaching/
Connect with Jacqui on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqui-jagger/
Follow the Catalyst Careers LinkedIn page for career tips and advice
Download the 90 day planning doc: https://www.pamelalangan.com/catalyst90dayplan
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If you've ever been told you're 'too nice', 'need to speak up more' or that you're 'not tough enough' then this week's episode is for you
We discuss the need to be more assertive, and share practical ways you can show up in that way without trying to be something you're not.
Key points from this episode
Why you need to be perceived as assertive and what that meansHow to communicate more assertivelyThe value of self assurance in becoming more assertiveBehaving assertively at workUseful Links
Connect with Pam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelalangancoaching/
Connect with Jacqui on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqui-jagger/
Follow the Catalyst Careers LinkedIn page for career tips and advice
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A lack of clarity can be hard work. You want to lead well, you want to give clear vision and direction to your team. But what if you don't have that for yourself? How can you handle ambiguity and still be the leader you want to be?
This week we're exploring why clarity is so important and how to create it when you and your team need it
Key points from this episode
The importance of clarity in leadershipSpotting the signs that mean creating clarity might need to be a priorityTemporary vs ongoing ambiguity - anticipating when clarity will naturally be more of a challengeQuestions to ask of others to help create clarityProposing your priorities and getting the buy in you needThe value of external supportUseful Links
Connect with Pam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelalangancoaching/
Connect with Jacqui on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqui-jagger/
Follow the Catalyst Careers LinkedIn page for career tips and advice
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Book a Practical Leadership Power Hour
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The idea of making mistakes and screwing things up is normally pretty grim. No one wants to be that person. But equally, none of us are perfect. So making mistakes is to be expected
This week we're discussing why making mistakes is not the disaster it might feel like, and also what you can do to recover quickly (and avoid your confidence being knocked) when it does
Key points from this episode
Why normalising making mistakes is so importantHow making mistakes can be a good thing Practical tips for the times when you make mistakesSetting an example for your team about making mistakesUseful Links
Connect with Pam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelalangancoaching/
Connect with Jacqui on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqui-jagger/
Follow the Catalyst Careers LinkedIn page for career tips and advice
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The hidden jobs market is a topic that's often shrouded in secrecy - people talk about it, but no one seems to dish the dirt on how to access it
This week we're discussing what it is, what that means for you and sharing our tips for making it work when you want to progress in your career
Key points from this episode
What the hidden jobs market isWhy it existsWhy the hidden jobs market matters more the more senior you are in your careerPractical tips for accessing the hidden jobs marketUseful Links
Connect with Pam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelalangancoaching/
Connect with Jacqui on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqui-jagger/
Follow the Catalyst Careers LinkedIn page for career tips and advice
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Personal brand is one of those concepts that can feel strange - what is it and how the hell do you create one when you're an ambitious manager or leader?
In this episode we explore what personal brand is, why it's important to your leadership career and share our tips on how to create one
Key points from this episode
Defining personal brandWhy your personal brand matters in your leadership careerHow to intentionally create a personal brand that feels right for you and creates career opportunitiesUseful Links
Connect with Pam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelalangancoaching/
Connect with Jacqui on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqui-jagger/
Follow the Catalyst Careers LinkedIn page for career tips and advice
Interested in working with us?
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Who do you most look to for development in your role? If it's your boss, you're not alone. But in today's episode we discuss why relying on your manager to be the one to develop you is not the best strategy - and what you can do instead to take ownership of your own development
Key points from this episode
Why you shouldn't rely on your manager to develop you (even if they're a great boss) The reasons your manager might not be able to develop you in the ways that are most valuable for your careerThe value of informal vs formal development 5 Practical ways to drive your own developmentUseful Links
Episodes mentioned: The Art of Getting Feedback That Fuels Career Success
Career Reflection
Career Planning
Connect with Pam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelalangancoaching/
Connect with Jacqui on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqui-jagger/
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Conflict at work can be tough to deal with, whether you're involved in it or trying to avoid the negative impact it can have when others around you are in conflict
This week, we unick the different types of conflict that can come up and share our thoughts on how to manage it well
Key points from this episode
Why conflict can be a good thingThe causes of conflictWhere to start when you need to resolve conflictUseful Links
Connect with Pam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelalangancoaching/
Connect with Jacqui on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqui-jagger/
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In this week's episode, we delve into the distinction between confidence and self belief. We talk about why it matters and share practical insights to improve both.
Key points from this episode
Common situations that impact confidence and self beliefWhy self belief matters more than confidence4 reflection questions to help build self beliefUseful Links
Connect with Pam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelalangancoaching/
Connect with Jacqui on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqui-jagger/
Follow the Catalyst Careers LinkedIn page for career tips and advice
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This week, we cover some of the questions that have been coming up in outplacement workshops we've been running. If you're in job search mode then they might well be some of the questions you're asking yourself
Key points from this episode
Is it better to apply direct or via a recruiter? How to decide on your salary expectations for new roles? Quick tips for using your network when job searchingLinked Episode on how to prequalify during your job search
Useful Links
Connect with Pam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelalangancoaching/
Connect with Jacqui on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqui-jagger/
Follow the Catalyst Careers LinkedIn page for career tips and advice
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If you've ever struggled with trying to meet unrealistic expectations that your boss or another senior leader has set, you'll know how stressful it can be. Do you try and keep up? Tell them no? Start looking for another job?
In this week's episode, we discuss why unrealistic expectations get set and share some of the ways we've handled it and seen clients handle it successfully
Key points from this episode
Different types of unrealistic expectations5 reasons why they get created3 approaches to try that don't involve finding a new jobSigns you do need an exit strategyUseful Links
Connect with Pam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelalangancoaching/
Connect with Jacqui on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqui-jagger/
Follow the Catalyst Careers LinkedIn page for career tips and advice
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You know when you're a manager or leader it's important to make sure your team are able to perform well. But what are the fundamentals that make that possible?
In this episode we've picked out five key things you can do to make sure that your team are able to thrive, as well as considering what you need to make sure you can perform in your role
Key points from this episode
Why psychological safety is so fundamental and why it isn't always easy to read where it's atThe importance of clarity and why it needs to come before focusBuilding confidence to build competenceWhy being more flexible impacts performanceUseful Links
Connect with Pam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelalangancoaching/
Connect with Jacqui on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqui-jagger/
Follow the Catalyst Careers LinkedIn page for career tips and advice
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Following on from last episode, in this one we share Pam's 'Reverse Engineer Your Career' approach and talk about how to reflect on what you want from your career in the future
Key points from this episode
Working backwards to go forwards - how long have you got left to get to where you want in your career? What to do if you're not sure what your ultimate career goal isWhy you might not need to make as many moves as you thinkHow to decide on the timing if you do want to move rolesUseful Links
Connect with Pam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelalangancoaching/
Connect with Jacqui on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqui-jagger/
Follow the Catalyst Careers LinkedIn page for career tips and advice
Interested in working with us?
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If a job search or a promotion is on your plan for the coming year, or if you're at a crossroads and just aren't sure what's next then it can be tempting to focus on the future.
Setting goals and taking action is all well and good, but before you get into that it pays to reflect on how things have been going up to this point. Ironically, that's often the thing our coaching clients find hardest
So we're starting the year with two episodes to help with career planning and this week we're sharing some of our favourite reflection questions to look back before you move on to setting intentions and goals for the future
Key points from this episode
Why reflection matters if you want to set your future directionSix coaching questions you can useUseful Links
Connect with Pam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelalangancoaching/
Connect with Jacqui on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqui-jagger/
Follow Jacqui on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@practicalleadershipcoach
The Career & Leadership Real Talk website
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This week we look back on the four most popular episodes of 2023 and reflect on why they were popular and what's included in each so you can decide which might be helpful for you if you haven't already listened
How to Cope When Your Boss is a Micromanager
Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid at Interview
What to do When You're Told to be More Strategic
Overcoming Self Doubt
Useful Links
Connect with Pam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelalangancoaching/
Connect with Jacqui on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqui-jagger/
Follow Jacqui on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@practicalleadershipcoach
The Career & Leadership Real Talk website
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In the first of a series about developing teams, we discuss the qualities of a high performing team. What are the common themes and how can you use that understanding to assess where your team is at right now and where to start with improving performance?
Key points from this episode
The foundation of psychological safety and people trusting each otherHow healthy debate and conflict is needed in a high performing teamCreating clarity and getting commitment to team goalsWhy accountability isn't just about the leaderThe importance of team results mattering more than individual onesUseful Links
Connect with Pam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelalangancoaching/
Connect with Jacqui on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqui-jagger/
Follow Jacqui on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@practicalleadershipcoach
The Career & Leadership Real Talk website
Interested in working with us?
Book a virtual cuppa with Jacqui to talk leadership development, ongoing 1:1 coaching packages or consulting
Book a one off Practical Leadership Power Hour
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You know you need to be a coach as well as a leader, but where do you start? How do you find the time to be able to coach people when the day job is so busy?
In this episode we explore what coaching is and how you can become more of a coach as well as a leader without feeling like it's an extra job you need to fit in. We consider the barriers to workplace coaching and share three simple things that will help make it less complicated
Key points from this episode
Defining coaching and how workplace coaching differs from 'pure' coachingThe 4 barriers to effective workplace coachingWhy coaching frameworks can hinder rather than help3 things to focus on if you want to be a better coach to your teamUseful Links
Connect with Pam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelalangancoaching/
Connect with Jacqui on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqui-jagger/
Follow Jacqui on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@practicalleadershipcoach
The Career & Leadership Real Talk website
Interested in working with us?
Book a virtual cuppa with Jacqui to talk leadership development, ongoing 1:1 coaching packages or consulting
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