194. What Lights You Up? (with Mary Olson-Menzel)

Mary is a renowned expert in career and workplace success. She has 30+ years of global leadership experience across various industries, including media, tech, healthcare, and sports. As an executive leadership coach, Mary works with both companies and individuals to unlock their potential, improving business performance and catalyzing growth. Her methods bring a fresh perspective to business, nurturing teamwork and driving results and success. Her innate curiosity and ability to connect with people paved the way for her life's work: helping leaders at all levels channel what “lights them up” and inspire them to follow more fulfilling and successful personal and professional journeys. She is a part of Marshall Goldsmith 100 Coaches and is a regular Guest Lecturer on career development, internships, and workplace success at NYU. Her book, “What Lights You Up? Illuminate Your Path and Take the Next Big Step in Your Career,” is a National Bestseller.

takeaways

• Mary's career journey includes multiple pivots, showcasing adaptability.
• The importance of self-discovery in finding fulfilling work.
• Asking for help can be a strength, not a weakness.
• Visibility in personal branding is crucial for career success.
• Leaders should be authentic and human in their approach.
• Self-care is essential to avoid burnout in demanding jobs.
• Networking can be organic and should focus on genuine connections.
• The book 'What Lights You Up' offers a roadmap for career fulfillment.
• Listening to one's own wisdom is vital in career decisions.
• Leadership is about understanding individual needs and motivations.

Books that Mary recommends: Visualeadership, Risk Forward, Leading with Gratitude, Ikigai

Links to learn more about Mary Olson-Menzel and her book:

Website: www.maryolsonmenzel.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-olson-menzel-mvpexec/

Instagram: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-olson-menzel-mvpexec/

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193. Taking Ownership of Your Career

In this episode of the Visibility Factor podcast, Susan M Barber discusses the importance of taking ownership of one's career and the tools available in her new workbook, Your Journey to Visibility. She emphasizes the need for clarity in career goals, the challenges of decision-making in chaotic environments, and the empowerment of leadership. Through personal anecdotes and practical advice, Susan encourages listeners to step into their leadership roles and make proactive decisions in their careers.

Takeaways

• Taking ownership of your career is essential for growth.
• Clarity in career goals helps in decision-making.
• People want to help you, but you must communicate your needs.
• Making decisions in chaos can lead to progress.
• You have the ability to influence your career path.
• Self-doubt can hinder visibility and career advancement.
• Understanding your strengths is crucial for career clarity.
• Leadership involves making decisions when others hesitate.
• Empowerment comes from taking action and making choices.

Link to Order Your Journey to Visibility Workbook and Sign Up for Webinars

Thank you for listening to The Visibility Factor Podcast!   

• Check out my website to order my book and view the  videos/resources for The Visibility Factor book.  
• As always, I encourage you to reach out! You can email me at hello@susanmbarber.com.
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TVF 192. The Journey of Writing (with Karen Williams)

Karen Williams is The Book Mentor at Librotas. She helps business owners, experts, and thought leaders write and publish authority-building books that elevate their credibility and grow both their business and brand. The author of 10 books, including Your Book is the Hook and Book Marketing Made Simple, Karen takes her clients from messy first idea to final manuscript and successful launch – with a focus on strategy, structure, and making sure their book truly works for them. She’s a TEDx speaker and host of the Business Book Bites podcast.

takeaways

• Many authors write to build their credibility.
• Knowing your 'why' is crucial for motivation when writing a book.
• The inner critic can hinder the writing process.
• Breaking the writing process into bite-sized chunks helps manage overwhelm.
• Consistency in writing is key to success.
• The launch of a book is just the beginning of a longer journey.
• Visibility is essential for authors to reach new audiences.
• Personal stories resonate more with readers than polished content when sharing on social media.
• Writing can be a cathartic and transformative experience to provide new insights into who you are.
• It's important to do what you love every day and if you aren’t doing that, could you explore new possibilities?

Book that Karen recommends: The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks

Other resources mentioned on the show:

A Year to Live by Steven Levine and Level Up Your Leadership by Deborah Naish

Links to learn more about Karen Williams and her books:

https://librotas.com

https://www.facebook.com/librotas

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

https://www.instagram.com/karenwilliamslibrotas

Thank you for listening to The Visibility Factor Podcast!   

• Check out my website to order my book and view the  videos/resources for The Visibility Factor book.  
• As always, I encourage you to reach out! You can email me at hello@susanmbarber.com.
• You can also find me on social media everywhere –Facebook, LinkedIn, and of course on The Visibility Factor Podcast! I look forward to connecting with you!    

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