Finding Your Purpose: Career Coaching with Joanna Chavers
Silver Disobedience® Perception Dynamics with Dian Griesel: How People Think, Lead and SucceedShow Notes
Are you feeling stuck in your career, wondering if there's more to life? IF you've ever questioned whether you're on the right path or just going through the motions -- tune in to this Silver Disobedience© Perception Dynamics™ conversation with Joanna Chavers, Vice President, HR Advisory with Atrium Global ✨ So many of us chase what pays the bills, but true fulfillment comes from connecting with your purpose and passion. With some coaching and commitment -- you just might find it! Joanna explains how understanding your innate drivers that can be discovered through quick, insightful assessments -- can reveal what really energizes you. She highlights that knowing yourself isn’t a "nice-to-have" -- it’s your secret weapon in making smarter career moves, whether you’re switching fields or climbing higher. ✨ And if you're thinking about a career overhaul, her advice? Start with self-discovery, leverage transferable skills, and don’t shy away from embracing AI to boost your value. Is your current work aligned with your true self? Or are you just waiting for a sign to pivot? Maybe this is it! Remember, the key to a fulfilling career is marrying purpose with passion—and owning who you are every step of the way.✨ Share below. #CareerChange #FindYourPurpose #SelfDiscovery #WorkFulfillment #AIInWork What small step can you take today toward your true passion?
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SHOW RUN: 00:00 Career Change Setup 00:25 Meet Joanna Chavers 01:00 Why Passion Matters 02:09 Finding Purpose Tools 04:17 Personality Tests Value 06:50 Predictive Index Factors 08:56 Workplace Communication Gaps 13:14 Athletes Career Transition 15:00 AI Fear and Upskilling 17:50 Later Life Career Shifts 20:37 Purpose Versus Passion 21:53 Coaching Questions to Ask 23:55 Hobby or Career Reality 29:49 Resume Advice in AI Era 32:41 Advice for New Graduates3 5:46 Final Takeaways and Outro
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