In this episode, I talk to Kim Jones, who shares her journey from a senior executive role in a Fortune 250 company to becoming a coach dedicated to helping individuals align their careers with their values and purpose. We discuss the psychological and emotional aspects shaping financial decisions and career paths, highlighting the prevalent issue of feeling unfulfilled in traditional corporate roles. Kim talks about reconciling financial stability with work that holds meaning and purpose, using frameworks like Ikigai and Clifton Strength Finders to guide her clients through transformational career changes.

Kim also shares valuable insights on the contemporary job market, discussing the biases in the recruitment process and the importance of soft skills such as resilience, adaptability, and problem-solving. She provides success stories of clients who have made meaningful career transitions, breaking through limiting beliefs, and emphasizes the importance of creating an intentional life and making important career decisions. We also talk about the essential role of coaching in providing clarity and support to individuals looking to make career changes, with personal practices like meditation and journaling aiding in the pursuit of well-being and purpose.

We Talk About:

• Career Misalignment and Burnout
• Shifting Values Over Time
• Balancing Financial Stability with Meaningful Work
• The Sole Ego Continuum
• Kim’s Transition to Coaching
• Importance of Soft Skills in the Modern Workforce
• Use of Ikigai and CliftonStrengths Frameworks
• Role of ChatGPT in Career Exploration
• Biases and Challenges in Recruitment Processes
• Success Stories of Career Transitions
• Personal Practices for Well-Being
• Recommendations for Further Resources

READ+LISTEN+LEARN:
Kim had a great list of items that have helped her in her career change.

1. Books & Resources
   • Adam Grants Work
     • Podcast - “Work life” https://adamgrant.net/podcasts/work-life
     • “Rethinking” - https://adamgrant.net/podcasts/rethinking/
   • Other Podcasts
     • Brene Brown - Unlocking Us & Dare To Lead - https://brenebrown.com/podcasts/
     • We Can Do Hard Things - https://wecandohardthingspodcast.com/
2. Wellbeing and Music:
   • 42 minute mark - morning routine meditation journaling and taking a walk , being conscious of her energy level and looking for a boost

Links & Socials

• Kimjonesalliance.com
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberleesjones/

ABOUT ME:

My name is Jim Grace. I am a CFP®️ (Certified Financial Planner) and the Director of Wealth Management at Silver Pine Capital, LLC, (www.silverpinecapital.com) a registered investment advisory firm in Medfield, Massachusetts.

In my spare time I host a podcast and write about Financial Wellness & Wellbeing. Check out some of my other work @ www.ModernFinancialWellness.com. On the website I try to unpack each episode a little further and also spotlight any other resources I think might be helpful to anyone trying to feel better about their finances.