Episode 31 - Overcoming Emotional Barriers for Better Career Decisions

In this episode of Women's Career Mastery Podcast, hosts Christine and Laura welcome Sarah Bell, a transformation and empowerment coach with a rich background in nursing. Sarah shares her journey from a nurse's aide to a vice president of education, and how she transitioned into coaching. Key topics include the importance of emotional decision-making, breaking free from limiting beliefs, and the necessity of pausing to re-evaluate one's career and personal goals. The discussion also explores how organizations can support employees in achieving fulfillment and balancing emotions at work.

00:00 Introduction to Women's Career Mastery Podcast

00:53 Meet Sarah Bell: Transformation and Empowerment Coach

02:56 Sarah's Journey: From Nurse Aide to Vice President

04:04 The Turning Point: Finding Her Voice

06:12 Advice to Younger Self: Pause and Reflect

08:42 Breaking Free from Corporate Expectations

10:33 The Cost of Fear and Overcoming It

17:08 Exploring and Speaking Up for Your Passion

22:00 Embracing Your Unique Gifts

22:34 Overcoming Limiting Beliefs

23:47 Supporting Employees and Women in the Workplace

25:40 The Power of Emotions in Professional Settings

28:36 Recognizing and Processing Emotions

30:01 Practical Tips for Emotional Awareness

35:33 Final Thoughts and Resources

37:23 Lightning Round: Getting to Know Sarah

38:57 Closing Remarks and Podcast Information

Sarah Bell’s Contact Information:

• Bell’s Coaching Website

• Bell’s Coaching Instagram

• Sarah Bell on LinkedIn

• Article: "Breaking free from putting others first: why you don’t have to do it alone."

Laura & Christine’s Contact Information:

• Women's Career Mastery Program website

• Follow Women's Career Mastery for updates on LinkedIn

• Christine Samuel

• Laura Casale

• NEW COURSE! Mastering Your Performance Review

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