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.
• 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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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!    

  If you liked The Visibility Factor Podcast, I would be so grateful if you could subscribe and leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts! It helps the podcast get in front of more people who can learn how to be visible too!     

191. Navigating Your Career Visibility and Value

TVF 190 – The Power of Your Voice

In this episode of the Visibility Factor podcast, Susan M Barber discusses the importance of personal branding and visibility in career advancement. She shares insights on navigating career decisions, the impact of technology on job longevity, and the significance of feeling valued at work. Susan emphasizes the need for individuals to build their personal brand and recognize their worth, especially when considering whether to stay in their current roles or seek new opportunities. The conversation highlights the challenges many face in feeling invisible at work and the steps one can take to enhance their visibility and career prospects.

Takeaways

• The workbook is designed to help individuals think about their career and personal brand.
• Many struggle with the decision to stay or leave their current role.
• People often realize they stayed at their company too long.
• Technology has changed the landscape of job loyalty.
• Feeling invisible at work affects employee productivity and engagement.
• Engaged employees contribute to better business outcomes.
• If you feel undervalued, consider making a tough decision.
• Reverse engineering your career goals can clarify your path.
• Building your personal brand is essential for career advancement.
• Showcasing your value can lead to new opportunities.

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

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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!    

If you liked The Visibility Factor Podcast, I would be so grateful if you could subscribe and leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts! It helps the podcast get in front of more people who can learn how to be visible too!