The Career Rockstars Podcast

S2 E1: Create a Life that Needs No Vacation

Create a Life that Needs no Vacation with Maurice Philogene What a challenge Maurice has set out for us in this 1st Episode, Season 2 of the ©Career Rockstars Podcast! I can try to introduce Maurice Philogene based on his career positions and achievements but he’s much larger than that! I see Maurice as a Multidimensional Freedom Explorer, someone who has designed their lifestyle to ensure not only Financial but also Time, Geographic, Relationship, and Purpose Freedom! In this episode, we dive deep into Maurice’s intentional pathway to Freedom, where he shares his journey, his blueprint, and his ultimate passion. We also explored some common career challenges, like competition and the rat race for upward mobility and how they can impact our lifestyle. There are so many precious nuggets in this episode that I don’t know how to express them briefly! You’ll just have to listen to this wonderful person who helps to move the needle in people’s life, supporting people all over the world, our little blue marble. Listen to learn all about how you too can create a life that needs no vacation… Get ready to take notes… Thank you, Maurice! You can find Maurice Philogene on linkedin.com/in/mauricephilogene [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mauricephilogene] https://www.instagram.com/mauricephilogene/ [https://www.instagram.com/mauricephilogene/] Quattro Capital (thequattroway.com) [https://www.thequattroway.com/] (Company) Allisha Ali, Ph.D is the Founder and Director of UniqueYou Careers srl, Belgium. Allisha works with individuals as a Career and Leadership Advancement Coach. UniqueYou Careers also offers training and coaching services to companies focussing on “engagement-driven performance”. Her scientifically supported methodology alters individual and team performance through rapid cost-effective, and enduring employee engagement and work culture solutions. https://allisha-ali.com [https://allisha-ali.com/] linkedin.com/in/allisha-ali https://www.facebook.com/allisha.ali.94 [https://www.facebook.com/allisha.ali.94] https://www.instagram.com/allisha._ali/ [https://www.instagram.com/allisha._ali/] https://youtube.com/channel/UCmU0Q5IdKk53y9TIE4VrbFA [https://youtube.com/channel/UCmU0Q5IdKk53y9TIE4VrbFA]

#10: From Redundancy to Passion, Pleasure and Profit

I feel so grateful to all my Guests and Listeners of the Career Rockstars Podcast, Season 1. In the finale, episode #10, I was lucky to have a Career Coach with over 20 years of experience as my guest... Meet Steve Preston, The Career Catalyst, and Managing Director of SMP Solutions (Career & People Development). Steve has written several books on career coaching, he’s a keynote speaker, course creator, and trainer for aspiring career coaches, and supports companies with redundancy and outplacement management. In my eyes, Steve is Career Rockstar, not only in terms of his own career but also how he supports others on their career journeys! To all career coaches, and those seeking career coaching, get those headphones on as Steve takes us on his journey, his lessons learnt, his advice, and maybe we’ll peek into the future to see what he’s up to. Steve shares how technology has impacted the evolution of career coaching and its consequences. There is something for everyone, some focus on Job search strategy and execution, some on tangible services- resume, Linkedin profiles, and some on classical career transition. There is something for everyone, just know what you’re getting into, especially with the explosion of online courses. Join us on this episode of the ©Career Rockstars Podcast as Steve takes us on his career journey from redundancy to running a successful career coaching business helping people all over the world to unlock and fulfill their potential, simply helping them to find and do what they love. We explored his 6 step coaching methodology and once again into “knowing thyself”, a crucial step that many job seekers/holders and coaches overlook until it’s too late. Listen to find out what makes Steve Preston a Career Rockstar, his advice to those seeking career coaching, and to aspiring career coaches. You can find Steve on linkedin.com/in/steveprestonsmpsolutions [https://www.linkedin.com/in/steveprestonsmpsolutions] smp-solutions.co.uk   [http://www.smp-solutions.co.uk/](Company Website) steveprestonthecareercatalyst.com   [http://www.steveprestonthecareercatalyst.com/](Steve Preston Career Catalyst) courses.steveprestonthecareercatalyst.com/home   [https://courses.steveprestonthecareercatalyst.com/home](Online Career Change Courses ) Allisha Ali, PhD is the Founder and Director of UniqueYou Careers srl, Belgium. Allisha works with individuals as a Career and Leadership Growth Coach. Allisha also offers consultancy, training, and coaching services to companies focussing on “engagement driven performance”. Her scientifically supported methodology alters individual and team performance through rapid cost-effective, and enduring employee engagement and work culture solutions. https://allisha-ali.com [https://allisha-ali.com/] linkedin.com/in/allisha-ali https://www.facebook.com/allisha.ali.94 [https://www.facebook.com/allisha.ali.94] https://www.instagram.com/allisha._ali/ [https://www.instagram.com/allisha._ali/] https://youtube.com/channel/UCmU0Q5IdKk53y9TIE4VrbFA [https://youtube.com/channel/UCmU0Q5IdKk53y9TIE4VrbFA]

#9 Stepping Down only to Fly Again

My Guest today is Renuka Ayre, a versatile, certified, multi-lingual global project manager with extensive international experience. As a freelancer, she helps organizations to achieve their goals by leading their projects to success. Renuka believes in continuous learning and holds a PMP certification. More importantly, she puts her knowledge and experience to use. She is so passionate about Project Management that she’s been an active volunteer to the PMI, Belgium Chapter since 2010. A commitment to support others on their journeys. Renuka, a graduate of Delhi University, moved to Belgium in 1984 and since then has held various roles at The European Commission, Hewlett-Packard, and now at Tractabel. Renuka has had some steep turns in her career, which I’m sure you can’t wait to hear about! Join us on this episode of the ©Career Rockstars Podcast as Renuka takes us on his career journey starting in Delhi, giving up her glamorous job, getting married, moving to Belgium, starting a family, and succeeding in her passions…! We talked about her conscious choices on giving up her glamorous job, committing to an arranged marriage, stepping down with pride only to learn to fly high again. We openly spoke about coping with work, home, and conscious sacrifices in bringing up children. Renuka shared what it takes to be successful in any job, from secretary to leading projects in Fortune 500 companies. We also explored “knowing thyself”, a crucial step that many job seekers/holders overlook until it’s too late. Listen to find out what makes Renuka a Career Rockstar, her advice to young Project Managers and anyone facing job challenges. You can find Renuka on: linkedin.com/in/renuka-ayri-pmp [https://www.linkedin.com/in/renuka-ayri-pmp] Allisha Ali, Ph.D. is the Founder and Director of UniqueYou Careers srl, Belgium. Allisha works with individuals as a Career and Leadership Growth Coach. Allisha also offers consultancy, training, and coaching services to companies focussing on “engagement-driven performance”. Her scientifically supported methodology alters individual and team performance through rapid cost-effective, and enduring employee engagement and work culture solutions. https://allisha-ali.com [https://allisha-ali.com/] linkedin.com/in/allisha-ali https://www.facebook.com/allisha.ali.94 [https://www.facebook.com/allisha.ali.94] https://www.instagram.com/allisha._ali/ [https://www.instagram.com/allisha._ali/] https://youtube.com/channel/UCmU0Q5IdKk53y9TIE4VrbFA [https://youtube.com/channel/UCmU0Q5IdKk53y9TIE4VrbFA]

#8: Creating Value is not only about Money

My Guest today is Mouloud Boukhachab, currently the Head of Regional Operations, Africa, Middle-East and Turkey at the 2nd largest laboratory in the world, Pierre Fabre group. I see and respect Mouloud as a Leader ever since we worked together on a Vaccine launch at GSK. Mouloud has a truckful of expertise, experience, and skills in Marketing and Sales and as a General Manager. He believes in supporting others in their development and describes himself as a Servant Leader. Join us on this episode of the ©Career Rockstars Podcast as Mouloud takes us on his career journey starting in Morocco, exploring the UK and Europe, and back to Africa…and it doesn’t stop there! We talked about what it’s like to be the Head of Operations with more than 600 employees, and his Leadership style and philosophies. He openly shared his WHY and how it motivates him to get out of bed every single day! Noting that “you make your job great!”. We discussed what it takes to build a career, from dreams and ambition to challenges and managing rejections. He believes that your time will come, but you’ve got to put in the work. And, we spent some time on the importance of Value Creation for the Company, your Team, and yourself…We even steered into Employee engagement/retention and the role of HR and Hiring Managers. Want to learn about what hasn’t changed in Marketing and Sales from an Expert? Then tune in to hear all the inspiring content from Mouloud Boukhachab, his book recommendation, and how to build your own career. You can find Mouloud on: linkedin.com/in/boukhachab63 [https://www.linkedin.com/in/boukhachab63?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3BpI8bspIETsiLS4Wr8MULdA%3D%3D] Allisha Ali, PhD is the Founder and Director of UniqueYou Careers srl, Belgium. Allisha works with individuals as a Career and Leadership Growth Coach. Allisha also offers consultancy, training, and coaching services to companies focussing on “engagement-driven performance”. Her scientifically supported methodology alters individual and team performance through rapid cost-effective, and enduring employee engagement and work culture solutions. https://allisha-ali.com [https://allisha-ali.com/] linkedin.com/in/allisha-ali https://www.facebook.com/allisha.ali.94 [https://www.facebook.com/allisha.ali.94] https://www.instagram.com/allisha._ali/ [https://www.instagram.com/allisha._ali/] https://youtube.com/channel/UCmU0Q5IdKk53y9TIE4VrbFA [https://youtube.com/channel/UCmU0Q5IdKk53y9TIE4VrbFA]

#7 Climb the Ladder or Explore the Map?

My Guest today is Loig Le Graet, currently a Professional coach (ACC) and Corporate Consultant. Loig holds a Masters in IT and Computer Science from the INSA, Lyon, France. He has more than 15 years experience in multiple environments, and has held several different posts from IT engineer, to project management, to entrepreneur, transitioned to Human Resource and is now an independent certified Coach with a worldwide clientele. Join us on this episode of the ©Career Rockstars Podcast as Loig shares his dynamic career path with switches from Corporate IT, Project Management and HR, and 2X Entrepreneur. We explored the internal and external drivers for career transition and the importance of paying attention to our emotions. The beliefs we hold and difficulties on switching careers, especially when you’re good at your job, yet you feel frustrated, angry, and there is a loss of meaning. Loig stressed the importance of self-assessment/inventory and how it has helped him in being ready for new opportunities. He also highlighted how a dedicated investment in his personal and professional development supported his career switches while he used the Eisenhower matrix to keep focussed. Beyond Loig’s impressive corporate career track he also shared his entrepreneurial experiences, and what it was like to leave his first business behind. Some golden advice for those starting to get the itch to switch careers included the value of having a vision and connecting with your emotions. He also touched on the importance of values alignment and a growth mindset for proactive career management and growth. Tune in to hear all the juicy content from Loig Le Graet, his book recommendations, and how to explore the Career World. You can find Loig Le Graet on: linkedin.com/in/loiglegraet [https://www.linkedin.com/in/loiglegraet] cospire.de/  [https://www.cospire.de/] --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Allisha Ali, PhD is the Founder and Director of UniqueYou Careers srl, Belgium. Allisha works with individuals as a Career and Leadership Growth Coach. Allisha also offers consultancy, training, and coaching services to companies focussing on “engagement driven performance”. Her scientifically supported methodology alters individual and team performance through rapid cost-effective, and enduring employee engagement and work culture solutions. https://allisha-ali.com [https://allisha-ali.com/] linkedin.com/in/allisha-ali https://www.facebook.com/allisha.ali.94 [https://www.facebook.com/allisha.ali.94] https://www.instagram.com/allisha._ali/ [https://www.instagram.com/allisha._ali/] https://youtube.com/channel/UCmU0Q5IdKk53y9TIE4VrbFA [https://youtube.com/channel/UCmU0Q5IdKk53y9TIE4VrbFA]