There's been so much talk about work and life balance, especially in recent years. Work-life balance has become a huge buzzword with living purposely with boundaries. But what does that mean? Especially at mid-career or the halftime of our lives and careers? The idea of enjoying life while staying focused it can feel like walking on a tightrope with how busy our lives are. But it is possible and essential. To apply this, we can be more fun by laughing and taking ourselves less seriously to be less dry, mundane, and even boring. In our ‘busy lives’ we take time this week to share some good reminders for living, fulfilled lives, and maybe even having more fun. Full article at: https://Goalsforyourlife.com/enjoying-life

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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
01:41 - Always in a Hurry
03:11 - Hustle Culture Myth
06:41 - Values-Centered Life
08:54 - Creating Boundaries
11:31 - Lack of Focus Warning
13:49 - Deep Work Insights
14:00 - Applying Today's Lessons
15:22 - Access the Article
16:24 - Thank You for Joining Us

Summary Maximizing Mid-Career Skills and Values: Deborah Johnson discusses strategies for enjoying life while maintaining focus, especially for those in mid-career. She emphasizes that the hustle culture is a myth and encourages creating a values-centered life. Deborah stresses the importance of setting boundaries, avoiding distractions, and aligning daily activities with core values. She shares personal anecdotes and examples from successful individuals to illustrate these principles, ultimately aiming to help listeners maximize their skills, experience, and resources at this stage of life.

If looking for a new job or position, especially at mid-career or the halftime of life, where do you begin? With the growth of AI and many businesses downscaling, how do we set ourselves apart? Our guest today Josef Stetter brings some solid ideas and principles as a “Resumé Whisperer.” He understands what it’s like, having changed careers nine times! You will gain some insights on preparing well, on maximizing transferrable skills and even discover some trends in hiring! See full article at: https://goalsforyourlife.com/art-of-the-resume

Contact Joe directly at: joe@celebrategroup.ca

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Next steps

• • Podcast listeners to update their resumes by changing fonts, bullet points, and adding quantifiable achievements.
• • Job seekers to be proactive by directly contacting companies and attending networking events.
• • Candidates to highlight specific results and impacts in their resumes rather than generic skills.
• • Job applicants to regularly update their resumes on job boards to improve visibility.
• • Professionals to optimize their LinkedIn profiles with detailed information about their experience and achievements.
• • Job seekers to research and use industry-specific technical terms in their resumes to pass AI screening.
• • Candidates to prepare quantifiable examples of their work accomplishments for interviews.
• • Job applicants to follow up with HR after submitting applications to improve their chances of being noticed.

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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Introduction
01:32 - Josef’s Background
07:14 - Resume Tips - What Not to Include
12:48 - Determining Your Worth in the Job Market
18:04 - Approaching AI in Job Applications
20:17 - Understanding How AI Tools Work
21:26 - The Dangers of AI in Hiring
25:37 - Tricks to Get Your Resume Noticed
31:00 - Making Your Resume Stand Out
35:40 - Adding Color to Your Resume
37:00 - Answering Technical Skill Questions
38:40 - Learning New Skills Effectively
39:57 - Interview Story Insights
45:48 - Immediate Actions to Take
46:00 - Contacting Sharlene for Guidance
48:33 - Being Proactive in Your Job Search
54:08 - Thank You and Connecting with Us

Time is one of the most valuable resources we have, yet many people feel like they never have enough of it. Between work responsibilities, family obligations, and personal goals, it can be difficult to balance everything while maintaining a sense of control. The key to achieving balance isn’t about cramming more into your day; it’s about aligning your schedule with your core values and priorities. Effective time management goes beyond productivity—it’s about living with purpose. When your schedule reflects what truly matters to you, you experience less stress, more fulfillment, and greater success in the areas that mean the most. In this podcast, we’ll explore how to define your core values, implement practical time management strategies, and create a schedule that supports your long-term goals and hopefully have fun while doing so! We cover four areas. Full article here: https://goalsforyourlife.com/priorities-purpose

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Resources with tools and guidance for mid-career individuals, professionals & those at the halftime of life seeking growth and fulfillment: https://HalftimeSuccess.com

#selfimprovement #howtoavoidburnout #productivity #motivation #timemanagement

CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Introduction
02:48 - Core Values Definition
04:59 - Prioritizing Important Tasks
08:03 - Practical Time Management Strategies
10:51 - Aligning Schedule with Life Goals
13:14 - Taking Control of Your Time
14:14 - Managing Your Schedule
14:40 - Connect with Me
15:30 - Thank You for Joining Us

Quick recap: Deborah emphasized the importance of effective time management and aligning one's schedule with core values and priorities, highlighting four key areas to achieve this. She discussed the need to identify and revisit core values, use tools like the Eisenhower matrix for prioritization, batch similar tasks, eliminate distractions, and break down long-term goals into actionable steps. Deborah encouraged listeners to make intentional shifts in their schedules to create a more fulfilling and productive life, especially during mid-career or midlife stages.