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4-Week Special Series: “Tools to Help You Through Turbulent Times” With the recent pandemic of COVID-19 people are seeking support as they manage anxiety, overwhelm, fear and uncertainty during turbulent times. This special 4-week series has been curated to give you practical tools based on scientific research to help cope with uncontrollable circumstances and strengthen your resilience. "Today isn't yesterday, and tomorrow isn't determined. When the desire to do more comes from a place that's bigger than ourselves, anything is possible." - Gary Keller In this episode you'll learn:  ▪︎ Tools to cope through turbulent times ▪︎ Tips to tame your fear ▪︎ Practices to reduce anxiety and  increase well-being Check out the show notes for additional resources: https://teenaevert.com/ep-47

4-Week Special Series: “Tools to Help You Through Turbulent Times” With the recent pandemic of COVID-19 people are seeking support as they manage anxiety, overwhelm, fear and uncertainty during turbulent times. This special 4-week series has been curated to give you practical tools based on scientific research to help you cope with uncontrollable circumstances and strengthen your resilience. This is a time in our history where globally people need help to decrease their overall stress patterns and develop new coping skills. The Coronavirus has quickly spread across the world making many people feel anxious and uncertain. Unexpected events impact everyone differently. My intention for this special 4-week series is to help you be able to identify your stressors, learn how to reduce the physical symptoms of stress and anxiety and develop new coping skills so that you can problem solve unexpected issues that have and will continue to come up due to the Coronavirus. As a result, my hope is that you will improve th

Today’s episode is about transitions through life and how to love, learn, work and play as you age.  Dr. Nancy Schlossberg taught at Howard University, Wayne State, and was a tenured full professor at the University of Maryland, College Park for 27 years. She was the first woman executive at the American Council of Education (ACE) where she established the Office of Women in Higher Education (1973). She later served as a Senior Fellow at the American Council of Education’s (ACE’s) Center on Adult Learning. Nancy developed the career transition theory and has done research and written a number of books on this topic including the paths people take in retirement, the need to continually rebalance your Psychological Portfolio, and the bottom line, the need to "matter."  In this episode you will discover: What makes the difference in how we handle a particular transition The various paths that people take towards retirement What it means to rebalance your psychological profile Practical ways to continue to love,

Today’s episode is focused on learning about how to reach the next level in your career by unleashing your untapped talents to grow professionally.  The featured guest is Denise Harris. Denise is the founder of Denise Harris Executive Coaching & Corporate Consulting, which was created to help leaders and teams increase awareness, envision possibilities, achieve insights, and accomplish meaningful and challenging goals.  She incorporates and infuses a passion for authentic leadership into every aspect of her work to help her clients create the space to be centered and intentional in their commitment to growth, day-to-day choices and interactions with others.  In this episode you will learn: Relevant tips and strategies to advance in your career Action steps to accomplish your most desired goals Ways to avoid common mistakes and recover from your (past and future) failures Wisdom that will inspire you to face your fears and move forward Proven methods to achieve greater satisfaction and success in life  W

Today’s episode is focused on how to reclaim your power at work! This is an important topic to give attention to because so many people that I work with feel powerless at work. I have also felt this way at work and it not only feels uncomfortable, it has the potential to lead to self-destructive behaviors and chronic negative thinking about ourselves. As a result, our confidence begins to erode, our vital energy gets tapped out, and we find ourselves feeling deeply depleted. When this is happening in our work-life we feel stuck and when we are stuck we can’t move forward. This state of being can also carry over into other parts of our lives and have an impact on the quality of our personal relationships, our self-care practices and our overall connection to our strengths and the value that we have to offer at work and in the world. Be sure to download the "Reclaim Your Power at Work" Handout! https://teenaevert.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/RECLAIM-YOUR-POWER-AT-WORK.pdf

Many people want more from their work than the paycheck it provides - they want a sense of purpose and deeper meaning in their work.  The truth is, more than 50% of  people feel miserable in their jobs. Uninspired work and constant career change is the norm, with people at all career stages asking themselves questions like - “How can I find more meaning in my work?” and “What path should I take now?” Tune into this episode and get the answers to these important questions and more! Download my FREE Career Happiness Guide: https://teenaevert.com/career-happiness-guide/

In today’s episode, I share the key to having greater happiness, productivity and engagement in your work. You will learn:  Important pathways to well-being How to move through blindspots and flourish Ways to get into your 'power zone' Ways to shift your focus from what is wrong to what is strong Key practices to increase happiness and decrease depression FREE Career and Happiness Guide: https://teenaevert.com/career-happiness-guide/

Today, I am talking about how to ask your spouse or significant other for support when you’re navigating a career change. Experiencing a career change certainly has many challenges, as does asking for support when you feel stressed and you’re not quite sure what it is you need. This has been a common struggle for many of my career changing clients. Is this you? Are you someone who’s contemplating a career change by starting to look at the pros and cons of your work life? Are you someone who is preparing to take action in the immediate future? Are you someone who has already taken specific action steps towards change? Regardless of the stage of change you’re in, you’ll benefit from receiving  support throughout your transition. One of the most obvious support people in your life is your spouse, partner or significant other.  When you’re navigating this time of great change and uncertainty, how do you engage their support?  Tune into this episode and I will show you how!  Download your FREE Career Happiness G

Today, I am talking about Career Change Barriers, Fears, and Strategies one of my favorite topics! Since graduating from college, I have changed my career many times and have negotiated even more life transitions!  Early in my career, I felt that there were more barriers to continue with my work living in remote Alaska as a Fisheries Biologist, so I sought out a change. I was also fearless and optimistic in my 20’s and really didn’t let anything get in my way. I also didn’t have any real strategies in place or any kind of formal guidance. As a result, my career path was 100% determined by happenstance.  “Things turn out best for people who make the best of the way things turn out.” - Art Linkletter If you are thinking about a career change or in the process of one and would like to be coached through the process to ensure you negotiate it in the best way possible, please reach out to me by scheduling a FREE Consultation where I will have the opportunity to learn more about your situation and provide you with

Today, I am talking about how you can energize your work life! Particularly if you are feeling a lack of motivation, boredom with your work tasks, or questioning whether there is something better out there for you! I work with a lot of people who seem to have lost their mojo at work. For many reasons, their work day is more draining than energizing and despite their efforts, they have not been successful at changing this. They think perhaps changing jobs is the answer. Well, it might be, but it also might not be. It’s best to look at your situation from different angles. Perhaps you can’t see the forest for the trees. You are so involved in the details of what you think the problem is that you can’t look at the situation as a whole and find a viable solution. Now if you want to energize your work life, but you really hate going to work everyday...this will require a major attitude adjustment and a significant mindset shift. If you’re stuck in a rut feeling like you’re constantly having crappy things happen to

Relationships at work can be stressful indeed. In this episode, I share practical and powerful tips to best manage stressful work relationships, so that you feel empowered and in control of the situation, regardless of the outcome.  To learn more visit: https://teenaevert.com/podcast/

Today I’m talking about STRESS. Stress affects people’s health, well-being and workplace performance. It’s a big deal. Did you know?  Up to 90% of all medical visits are stress-related Chronic stress costs the US Business Economy approximately 600 billion a year Your perception of stress radically alters your physiological reaction to it. “It’s not stress that kills us, it’s our reaction to it.” - Hans Selye ‘father of stress research’ In this episode, you'll learn:  How unmanaged stress can lead to burnout The most common workplace stressors Best practices to manage stress and build resilience How stress influences your health As well as additional resources to support your health and wellbeing. For more info please visit: https://teenaevert.com/podcast/

Meet Mollie, she is a busy mid-career professional who holds a high stress position with a large company and is struggling to define her professional identity and feel secure in her career decisions.  She wishes she woke up feeling fulfilled and energized to tackle her goals, but there’s just one problem – she’s not entirely sure what her goals are for her future. Because of that, Mollie is often consumed by negative thoughts and worries about the uncertainty of her indecisions. She is lacking presence in her relationships and with herself and feels stuck sitting at hesitation station.  What she really wants is to gain clarity and confidence so that she can move forward, let go of the past, and find more meaning along her career path, instead of making excuses. Ultimately Mollie wants to live her life to the fullest, get unstuck for good and be happy and successful in her work-life. You might be able to relate to ALL or parts of Mollie’s experience. You are not alone. Mollie took action by making the decision

It’s a new year and a new decade! This is an opportunity for all of us to create a fresh start, which means you can start a new year in a completely new and different way after perhaps being unsuccessful in certain areas of your life. This is a big opportunity for you to start-off with the intention to invest in your success by devoting quality time and energy toward your personal growth and professional development in the year 2020. I will be your guide to help you be both happy and successful at whatever it is you are intending to put your focus and energy towards this first month of the new year and new decade! Let’s start-off with a fresh start and create a new and different way to improve your work-life. Are you with me? Okay, then we’ve got to set the stage if we want to experience something new and different this year. In this episode I will show you how.  Teena Evert | CEO Claim The Lead | teenaevert.com

Welcome to the Confident Careerist Podcast for professionals just like you who place a high value on their career development and strive for success while also seeking work-life balance. My name is Teena Evert and I am delighted to be your host. I’m a careerist myself and a career development, leadership and life coach. I love what I do and I hope that you enjoy the creation of this podcast and allow it to be an important tool in your toolbox that will help you to accelerate your success, gain greater confidence and happiness in your work-life.  Research consistently shows that more than 50% of professionals in the workforce are unhappy in their position. With so many looking to make career changes, but not knowing how to achieve their goals, career and life coaching are becoming increasingly important. Today I want to share my story with you... Teena Evert CEO Claim The Lead | teenaevert.com

The Claim The Lead podcast is for you if who want to create a meaningful well-lived life.  My name is Teena Evert, I am a Career-Centered Life Coach, Trainer and Podcast Host with a true passion for helping people develop greater self-awareness, satisfaction and success in their work-life. I help you unlock your possibilities and find a career you love for life! In this episode, I talk about the Essentials of having an End-of-the-Year Career Check up! Take a brief self-assessment to determine your overall satisfaction level in your work-life Learn what the two types of career portfolios, when to use them, and how to get started Create a support plan to create your end-of-the-year career portfolio I am a certified career counselor, global career development facilitator and life coach. I provide comprehensive services to my clients to help them launch or advance in their career.  If you would like to learn more about what services are best for you please schedule a FREE 30-minutes consultation session with me

This episode is part of the CAREER ADVANCEMENT SERIES that has been curated to help you become an Exceptional Communicator. In this episode, How To Communicate To Positively Persuade and Influence Others -  you’ll learn:  Tips for building alliances with others How to make an unforgettable first impression 5 Steps to follow to respond to any question successfully Negotiation strategies for getting agreement without giving in This episode concludes the CAREER ADVANCEMENT SERIES. To listen to the entire session please tune into Episodes 26-31.  If you would like to explore any of these topics further and receive additional support and coaching, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me by sending an email to support@teenaevert.com 

The Claim The Lead podcast is for you if who want to create a meaningful well-lived life.  My name is Teena Evert, I am a Career-Centered Life Coach, Trainer and Podcast Host with a true passion for helping people develop greater self-awareness, satisfaction and success in their work-life. I help you unlock your possibilities and find a career you love for life! This episode is part of the CAREER ADVANCEMENT SERIES that has been curated to help you become an Exceptional Communicator. In this episode you’ll learn:  The antidote to fear of success or failure The importance of having a growth mindset Strategies to boost your confidence, self-esteem and strengthen your relationships with others How to get the credit you deserve Stay tuned for the next episode in the CAREER ADVANCEMENT SERIES where you will learn ways to “Communicate To Positively Persuade and Influence Others” If you would like to explore any of these topics further and receive additional support and coaching, please don’t hesitate to reach out

The Claim The Lead podcast is for you if who want to create a meaningful well-lived life.  My name is Teena Evert, I am a Career-Centered Life Coach, Trainer and Podcast Host with a true passion for helping people develop greater self-awareness, satisfaction and success in their work-life.  I help you unlock your possibilities and find a career you can love for life! This episode is part of the CAREER ADVANCEMENT SERIES that has been curated to help you become an Exceptional Communicator. In this episode you’ll learn:  Why communication breakdowns occuR How to effectively communicate in conflict Ways to diffuse tense situations Surefire ways to avoid making enemies 4 steps to build trust, cooperation and support     Stay tuned for the next episode in the CAREER ADVANCEMENT SERIES where you will learn how to  “Create an Image of a Professional Powerful Communicator” If you would like to explore any of these topics further and receive additional support and coaching, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me b

The Claim The Lead podcast is for you if who want to create a meaningful well-lived life.  My name is Teena Evert, I am a Career-Centered Life Coach, Trainer and Podcast Host with a true passion for helping people develop greater self-awareness, satisfaction and success in their work-life.  I help you unlock your possibilities and find a career you can love for life! This episode is part of the CAREER ADVANCEMENT SERIES that has been curated to help you become an Exceptional Communicator. In this episode you’ll learn:  The importance of being open to influence Conversational essentials and effective interpersonal skills Vital interpersonal skills shared by influential people How to establish rapport with someone you just met Stay tuned for the next episode in the CAREER ADVANCEMENT SERIES where you will learn “How To Communicate in Tough Situations and Dealing with Difficult People at Work” If you would like to explore any of these topics further and receive additional support and coaching, please don’t hes