VIDEOS
Breaking the habit of feeling you're going nowhere (career stagnation) #careerguidance #career
Check out the full Episode 56 that addresses the listener question about how to break the feeling that their career is going nowhere. As always, the show notes include additional resources to explore various ways to continue your development, including free online courses.
Visit my show’s website, AskChrista.com, for more practical tips, tricks, and learnings from listener questions, where I offer what works, then offer additional resources you can learn from in the show notes!
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Changing industries? Check your technical skills #careerchange #careergrowth #careerdevelopment
Check out the full Episode 54 that addresses the listener question about whether it’s possible to change industries without taking a big step back in your career.
There are many reasons why someone may want to change industries, from job stability to complexity, and from feeling like you’re hit a dead-end to wanting a more fulfilling role in an industry that speaks more to your personal values.
Visit my show’s website, AskChrista.com, for more practical tips, tricks, and lear…
How can I stop feeling like my career is going nowhere? | Ask Christa!
Summary
In this episode of Ask Christa!, host Christa Dhimo addresses a listener's concerns about feeling stagnant in their career despite having qualifications, experience, and an upcoming promotion. The listener shares how setbacks, including layoffs and a lack of challenging opportunities, led to feelings of being stuck. Christa emphasizes the importance of shifting perspectives on career stagnation, encouraging listeners to recognize their progress and prepare for future opportun…
Watch outs when shifting to a new industry #careergrowth #careerdevelopment #careerchange
Check out the full Episode 54 that addresses the listener question about whether it’s possible to change industries without taking a big step back in your career.
There are many reasons why someone may want to change industries, from job stability to complexity, and from feeling like you’re hit a dead-end to wanting a more fulfilling role in an industry that speaks more to your personal values.
Visit my show’s website, AskChrista.com, for more practical tips, tricks, and lear…
Interested in going to a new industry? #changingcareers #careergrowth #careerdevelopment
Check out the full Episode 54 that addresses the listener question about whether it’s possible to change industries without taking a big step back in your career.
There are many reasons why someone may want to change industries, from job stability to complexity, and from feeling like you’re hit a dead-end to wanting a more fulfilling role in an industry that speaks more to your personal values.
Visit my show’s website, AskChrista.com, for more practical tips, tricks, and lear…
There are different ways to develop your career #corporatelife #careergrowth #careerdevelopment
Check out the full Episode 53 that addresses the listener question about whether their doomed to experience stagnancy in their career because their boss’s career has become stagnant.
There are different ways to grow and develop in a role. Sometimes it’s on a more formal level, and that likely requires a discussion and approval with your manager, like taking professional development courses or expanding your role and responsibilities or taking on more decision-making tasks or, yes—ta…
Develop your career (even if your boss is stuck) #corporatelife #careergrowth #careerdevelopment
Check out the full Episode 53 that addresses the listener question about whether their doomed to experience stagnancy in their career because their boss’s career has become stagnant.
There are different ways to grow and develop in a role. Sometimes it’s on a more formal level, and that likely requires a discussion and approval with your manager, like taking professional development courses or expanding your role and responsibilities or taking on more decision-making tasks or, yes—ta…
How can I develop if there is no budget? | Ask Christa!
Summary
In this episode of Ask Christa!, host Christa Dhimo addresses a listener's question about career development amidst budget cuts and organizational uncertainty. She emphasizes the importance of collaboration and creativity in navigating these challenges and provides practical strategies for self-development without a formal budget. Christa also highlights the need for clarity in communication regarding promotions and development plans, encouraging listeners to seek out free re…
Can too many layers hurt your organizations performance? #business #corporatelife #management
Check out the full Episode 51 that addresses the listener question about career growth in middle management.
Middle management is talked about as though it’s superfluous, “extra,” and wasteful. And maybe it is if an organization grew very quickly, hired a lot, created various layers, and never tracked what was effective or efficient. There are indeed times when there are simply too many layers. But absent of a wasteful situation, the middle layer is a highly valuable and competitive…
Seek companies that invest in their employees' growth and development #corporatelife #careergrowth
Check out the full Episode 53 that addresses the listener question about whether their doomed to experience stagnancy in their career because their boss’s career has become stagnant.
There are different ways to grow and develop in a role. Sometimes it’s on a more formal level, and that likely requires a discussion and approval with your manager, like taking professional development courses or expanding your role and responsibilities or taking on more decision-making tasks or, yes—ta…
Your career can and will grow even if you don't manage people #careergrowth #career #careerpath
Check out the full Episode 52 that addresses the listener question about whether their career will stall if they opt-out of taking a management role.
Management isn’t for everyone, that that’s OK. Over the last 20-25 years, particularly as a matrix organizational structure created a more fluid way of working beyond the more traditional hierarchy structure, more and more non-management career paths have emerged. Management is not the only way to grow your career.
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Do I have to take a big step back to change industries? | Ask Christa!
Summary
In this episode of Ask Christa!, Christa Dhimo addresses a listener's concerns about transitioning to a different industry. She emphasizes the importance of identifying transferable skills, understanding the current and desired future state, and the potential need for further education or experience. Christa also discusses the significance of mindset in navigating career changes and provides resources to assist in the transition process.
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What if middle management is the hub of influence?? #management #careerdevelopment #corporatelife
Check out the full Episode 51 that addresses the listener question about career growth in middle management.
Middle management is talked about as though it’s superfluous, “extra,” and wasteful. And maybe it is if an organization grew very quickly, hired a lot, created various layers, and never tracked what was effective or efficient. There are indeed times when there are simply too many layers. But absent of a wasteful situation, the middle layer is a highly valuable and competitive…
It's a mystery that companies don't invest more in growth and development #corporatelife #career
Check out the full Episode 53 that addresses the listener question about whether their doomed to experience stagnancy in their career because their boss’s career has become stagnant.
There are different ways to grow and develop in a role. Sometimes it’s on a more formal level, and that likely requires a discussion and approval with your manager, like taking professional development courses or expanding your role and responsibilities or taking on more decision-making tasks or, yes—ta…
Middle management is tough #career #careergrowth #management #careerdevelopment
Check out the full Episode 51 that addresses the listener question about career growth in middle management.
Middle management is talked about as though it’s superfluous, “extra,” and wasteful. And maybe it is if an organization grew very quickly, hired a lot, created various layers, and never tracked what was effective or efficient. There are indeed times when there are simply too many layers. But absent of a wasteful situation, the middle layer is a highly valuable and competitive…
Breaking Myths: Career Growth Doesn't Require a Management Role! #careergrowth #career #careerpath
Check out the full Episode 52 that addresses the listener question about whether their career will stall if they opt-out of taking a management role.
Management isn’t for everyone, that that’s OK. Over the last 20-25 years, particularly as a matrix organizational structure created a more fluid way of working beyond the more traditional hierarchy structure, more and more non-management career paths have emerged. Management is not the only way to grow your career.
Visit my sho…
Not all career growth includes management roles! #careergrowth #career #corporatelife
Check out the full Episode 52 that addresses the listener question about whether their career will stall if they opt-out of taking a management role.
Management isn’t for everyone, that that’s OK. Over the last 20-25 years, particularly as a matrix organizational structure created a more fluid way of working beyond the more traditional hierarchy structure, more and more non-management career paths have emerged. Management is not the only way to grow your career.
Visit my sho…
My Boss is Stuck Do I have to be stuck too? | Ask Christa!
Summary
In this episode of Ask Christa!, Christa Dhimo addresses a listener's concern about career growth when their manager seems stuck, worried that the listener will become stuck, too. The discussion emphasizes the importance of self-directed growth, exploring opportunities both within and outside the organization, and understanding the role of company culture in supporting employee development. Christa provides actionable advice on how to navigate these challenges and take contro…
Middle management is a strategic strength #career #management #corporatelife #
Check out the full Episode 51 that addresses the listener question about career growth in middle management.
Middle management is talked about as though it’s superfluous, “extra,” and wasteful. And maybe it is if an organization grew very quickly, hired a lot, created various layers, and never tracked what was effective or efficient. There are indeed times when there are simply too many layers. But absent of a wasteful situation, the middle layer is a highly valuable and competitive…
Listener Question: What My Supervisor Said When Asked About Next Career Step #careergrowth #career
Check out the full Episode 50 that addresses the listener question about what their next career step should be.
The good news is there are plenty of resources to help you with this question. The bad news it there are plenty of resources to help you with this question!!!
I offer two points for perspective then three additional resources that will help get you on the right track so you don’t have to browse through everything.
Speaking of browsing—visit my show’s websi…
Can My Career Grow if I Don't Want to Manage People ? | Ask Christa!
Summary
In this episode, Christa Dhimo addresses a common concern among professionals: lack of career growth if they opt-out of management roles. She emphasizes that career growth is possible without managing people, debunking the myth that management is the only path to advancement. The discussion includes insights on organizational structures, the importance of management skills for individual contributors, and resources for further career development. Christa encourages self-awareness …
It's OK to step down from a management role if people-management isn't right for you #careergrowth
Check out the full Episode 52 that addresses the listener question about whether their career will stall if they opt-out of taking a management role.
Management isn’t for everyone, that that’s OK. Over the last 20-25 years, particularly as a matrix organizational structure created a more fluid way of working beyond the more traditional hierarchy structure, more and more non-management career paths have emerged. Management is not the only way to grow your career.
Visit my sho…
The curse of middle management? #career #careergrowth #management #business
Check out the full Episode 51 that addresses the listener question about career growth in middle management.
Middle management is talked about as though it’s superfluous, “extra,” and wasteful. And maybe it is if an organization grew very quickly, hired a lot, created various layers, and never tracked what was effective or efficient. There are indeed times when there are simply too many layers. But absent of a wasteful situation, the middle layer is a highly valuable and competitive…
Excerpt of Listener Question: What's Next in My Career? #careerdevelopment #careergrowth #career
Check out the full Episode 50 that addresses the listener question about what their next career step should be.
The good news is there are plenty of resources to help you with this question. The bad news it there are plenty of resources to help you with this question!!!
I offer two points for perspective then three additional resources that will help get you on the right track so you don’t have to browse through everything.
Speaking of browsing—visit my show’s websi…