Episodes

  • Episode 59 - Mastering Delegation: How to Let Go and Achieve More at Work

    Episode 59 - Mastering Delegation: How to Let Go and Achieve More at Work
    Sep 25 2024
    Struggling to delegate?
    You’re not alone. In this episode of Career Espresso, we tackle one of the biggest career challenges—delegation. Join me as we dig into why delegating tasks can feel so tough and how not doing it could be holding you back from real growth and success. In this episode, I share:
    ✅ Why women are 20% less likely to delegate compared to men—and how that impacts your career✅ The hidden costs of holding onto tasks and how it’s stalling your personal development✅ Actionable steps to help you shift your mindset, delegate effectively, and still maintain control✅ How to avoid micromanaging and empower your team while focusing on your big-picture goals
    If you're ready to let go of the tasks that are weighing you down and unlock more opportunities for growth, this episode is for you.
    Don't forget to take a look at this week's pod sheet to support and encourage further learning and exploration of the podcast topic.
    Chapters
    00:00 The Challenge of Delegation04:52 Understanding the Importance of Delegation07:46 Practical Steps to Effective Delegation
    Get a full transcript of the episode here
    Check out the Ready to Rise 2024 Career Planner here
    If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to leave a review.
    And if you have any questions or topics you'd like to see covered in future episodes, get in touch at amanda@wearereadytorise.com

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    10 mins
  • Episode 58 - Breaking the Cycle: How to Identify Career Patterns That Hold You Back

    Episode 58 - Breaking the Cycle: How to Identify Career Patterns That Hold You Back
    Sep 18 2024
    Are you tired of feeling stuck in the same career patterns?
    In this episode of Career Espresso, we dive into how identifying and breaking negative career cycles can help you take control of your professional growth. Join me as we explore:
    ✅ How to spot repeating career patterns that may be holding you back✅ The common reasons why people fall into these cycles✅ Practical steps to break free and create a career path that aligns with your goals✅The mindset shifts you need to stop making the same mistakes
    Listen now and start making intentional choices that move you towards the career you deserve!


    Don't forget to take a look at this week's pod sheet to support your learning and exploration of the podcast topic.
    Chapters
    00:00 Breaking the Cycle of Career Patterns02:55 Identifying and Understanding Career Patterns05:50 Taking Action to Change Your Career Path
    Get a full transcript of the episode here
    Check out the Ready to Rise 2024 Career Planner here
    If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to leave a review.
    And if you have any questions or topics you'd like to see covered in future episodes, get in touch at amanda@wearereadytorise.com

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    9 mins
  • Episode 57 - The Recipe for a Simple September

    Episode 57 - The Recipe for a Simple September
    Sep 11 2024
    It's all too easy to get so caught up in back-to-school mode once September comes calling. We think we’ve got to be ready for the ‘new season,’ like we’re prepping for some kind of life exam.
    On this week episode of Career Espresso, Amanda focuses on how to have a simple September and still make progress towards your career goals. She'll share tips on decluttering your goals, creating tiny milestones, setting boundaries, showing up consistently and celebrating your progress.
    Don't forget to take a look at this week's pod sheet to support and encourage further learning and exploration of the podcast topic.
    Chapters
    00:00 Introduction: Welcoming a New Season02:23 Decluttering Goals: Focusing on What Matters05:17 Setting Boundaries for Career Growth and Personal Well-being06:17 Consistency: The Key to Career Progress07:45 Celebrating Progress: Moving Towards Career Success09:14 Conclusion: Wishing for a Simple and Successful September
    Get a full transcript of the episode here
    Check out the Ready to Rise 2024 Career Planner here
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    🔔 Subscribe♻️ Share this episode with a friend or on your socials📝 Leave a review
    If you have any questions, feedback or topics you'd like to see covered in future episodes, get in touch at amanda@wearereadytorise.com

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    10 mins
  • Episode 56 - The 5 steps you can take to start building your confidence muscle

    Episode 56 - The 5 steps you can take to start building your confidence muscle
    Aug 8 2024

    On this week episode of Career Espresso, which is also the Season 3 finale, I'm discussing the topic of confidence, which is a common challenge for many of the female leaders I support.


    I'll explore the concept of the confidence gap and how it can impact women's progression in the workplace.


    This week you can expect to learn the top 5 skills I've learnt that will help you build your confidence muscle, plus I share a really neat confidence boosting reframe sequence instead of the usual single coaching question to round up this season and the episode.


    Don't forget to take a look at this week's podsheet to support and encourage further learning and exploration of the podcast topic.


    Chapters


    00:00 Understanding the Confidence Gap

    03:16 Building Confidence: Seek Expertise and Stepping Outside Your Comfort Zone

    06:04 Anticipating Blockers and Taking Action to Build Confidence

    09:23 Boosting Confidence: Challenging Negative Stories and Reframing


    Get a full transcript of the episode here
    Download the podsheet for this episode to explore this topic further here


    Sign up for the free Ready to Rise Substack career community here


    Check out the Ready to Rise 2024 Career Planner here


    Connect with me


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    How can I support the podcast?


    → Subscribe

    → Share this episode with a friend or on your socials

    → Leave a review


    I would love to hear your feedback on my podcast. Please leave a review or come say hello on social or at amanda@wearereadytorise.com with a coaching question that will help you to say no to these tasks when you are ready.


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    14 mins
  • Episode 55 - The power of the not-to-do list - how to focus on what really matters

    Episode 55 - The power of the not-to-do list - how to focus on what really matters
    Jul 25 2024

    The path to getting more done is to reduce the number of things you are doing in the first place.


    On this week's episode of Career Espresso, I'm looking at why a not to do list has way more power than an endless list of tasks to complete when it comes to get the stuff that really counts done.


    I'll provide a step-by-step guide on how to create a 'not to do' list and share my own examples along with some tips if you are struggling to develop your ability to say no to yet more tasks.


    Don't forget to take a look at this week's podsheet to support and encourage further learning and exploration of the podcast topic.


    Chapters


    00:00 Introduction: The Power of a 'Not to Do' List

    02:23 Learning to Say No and Setting Boundaries

    03:23 What is a 'Not to Do' List?

    06:18 Taking Control and Boosting Productivity

    09:13 Developing the Ability to Say No

    11:38 Consistency and Communication in Using a 'Not to Do' List


    Get a full transcript of the episode here
    Download the podsheet for this episode to explore this topic further here


    Sign up for the free Ready to Rise Substack career community here


    Check out the Ready to Rise 2024 Career Planner here


    Connect with me


    Website

    LinkedIn

    Instagram


    How can I support the podcast?


    → Subscribe

    → Share this episode with a friend or on your socials

    → Leave a review


    I would love to hear your feedback on my podcast. Please leave a review or come say hello on social or at amanda@wearereadytorise.com with a coaching question that will help you to say no to these tasks when you are ready.


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    14 mins
  • Episode 54 - Why you should still apply for that job if you don’t tick every box

    Episode 54 - Why you should still apply for that job if you don’t tick every box
    Jul 17 2024

    On this week's episode of Career Espresso, I'm about what you can do when you come across a job advert that your excited about but where you don't feel that you might all of the requirements.


    I'll take a look at the obstacles job seekers face in this situation and explain how to take the job criteria into account when applying.


    As ever I'll give you an actionable strategy on how to overcome hesitancy and apply for a job even if you don't tick all the boxes.


    Don't forget to take a look at this week's podsheet to support and encourage further learning and exploration of the podcast topic.


    Chapters


    00:00 Overcoming Hesitancy: Applying for a Job When You Don't Meet All the Requirements

    01:24 Job Descriptions: Must-Haves vs. Nice-to-Haves

    02:52 Employers Look for Potential, Not a Perfect Match

    05:14 Demonstrating Transferable Skills and Learning Mindset

    07:35 Enthusiasm and Industry Knowledge as Advantages

    09:00 Career Coaching Question


    Get a full transcript of the episode here
    Download the podsheet for this episode to explore this topic further here


    Sign up for the free Ready to Rise Substack career community here


    Check out the Ready to Rise 2024 Career Planner here


    Connect with me


    Website

    LinkedIn

    Instagram


    How can I support the podcast?


    → Subscribe

    → Share this episode with a friend or on your socials

    → Leave a review


    I would love to hear your feedback on my podcast. Please leave a review or come say hello on social or at amanda@wearereadytorise.com with a coaching question that will help you to say no to these tasks when you are ready.


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    12 mins
  • Episode 53 - Are you overlooking all the amazing things you've achieved in your career?

    Episode 53 - Are you overlooking all the amazing things you've achieved in your career?
    Jul 10 2024

    Sometimes it doesn't seem to matter how much we've already achieved in the moment, all of our accomplishments are so easily forgotten.


    It's hardly surprising when we rush from one career accomplishment to another, barely taking time to register what we did and the results that all your hard work created. Before we know it, the time comes for the next project or workplace goal, and it can feel almost inconvenient to stop and celebrate or acknowledge your wins.


    On this week's episode of Career Espresso, I'm discussing why writing down your accomplishments in real time can make a significant difference to your career development and improve your confidence and outlook at work.


    I'll be looking at how you can get started, find a system that works for you and most importantly one that you will keep coming back to!


    Don't forget to take a look at this week's podsheet to support and encourage further learning and exploration of the podcast topic.


    Chapters


    00:00 The Importance of Writing Down Accomplishments

    01:25 When to Collect Accomplishments

    02:21 What to Track: Tasks, Challenges, and Recognition

    03:22 Methods to Track Accomplishments

    04:20 The Significance of Updating Your CV

    05:19 Finding a System That Works for You


    Get a full transcript of the episode here
    Download the podsheet for this episode to explore this topic further here


    Sign up for the free Ready to Rise Substack career community here


    Check out the Ready to Rise 2024 Career Planner here


    Connect with me


    Website

    LinkedIn

    Instagram


    How can I support the podcast?


    → Subscribe

    → Share this episode with a friend or on your socials

    → Leave a review


    I would love to hear your feedback on my podcast. Please leave a review or come say hello on social or at amanda@wearereadytorise.com with a coaching question that will help you to say no to these tasks when you are ready.


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    12 mins
  • Episode 52 - How to make a mid-year career review work for you

    Episode 52 - How to make a mid-year career review work for you
    Jul 3 2024

    On this week's episode of Career Espresso, I'm talking about why a mid year career is essential for taking charge of your development as we find ourselves in the second half of 2024.


    A mid year review doesn't only give managers a formal opportunity to check in with their team & their employees. Your mid-year review is also the time for you to talk about everything that you've been doing, highlight your accomplishments and make sure, most importantly, you feel heard and valued at work.


    I'll look at the benefits of doing a mid-year review in your career and how you can take a DIY approach if you're still waiting for your boss to book yours in. There's no standalone career coaching question for this week as I'll be giving you lots of questions to reflect on as you go through the review process!


    Don't forget to take a look at this week's podsheet to support and encourage further learning and exploration of the podcast topic.


    Chapters


    00:00 The Benefits of a Mid-Year Review

    01:27 Preparing for Your Mid-Year Review

    07:10 Taking Control of Your Career


    Get a full transcript of the episode here
    Download the podsheet for this episode to explore this topic further here


    Sign up for the free Ready to Rise Substack career community here


    Check out the Ready to Rise 2024 Career Planner here


    Connect with me


    Website

    LinkedIn

    Instagram


    How can I support the podcast?


    → Subscribe

    → Share this episode with a friend or on your socials

    → Leave a review


    I would love to hear your feedback on my podcast. Please leave a review or come say hello on social or at amanda@wearereadytorise.com with a coaching question that will help you to say no to these tasks when you are ready.


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    10 mins