Dream Life, Best-fit Role with Nikki Smith

I WOULD SAY 1 IN 2 OF MY CLIENTS WORK FOR, OR HAVE WORKED FOR, A BOSS WITH NARCISSISTIC TRAITS AND IN SOME CASES A FULLY EXPRESSED NARCISSIST. THAT MEANS THERE’S AROUND A 50% CHANCE THAT YOU HAVE WORKED FOR ONE, OR HAVE ONE IN YOUR PERSONAL LIFE. Interestingly, I am often the one pointing out the connection between the behaviour and the possible diagnosis. It’s harder to recognise when we’re in the scenario. Behaviours you may observe that can indicate possible narcissistic traits in an individual include: * They need to be right * Ideas need to be theirs * They respond poorly to any feedback * They can change tack and create chaos on their timeline. Nikki-Smith_BW_1_cropped_100x100 [http://www.nikkismithcoach.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Nikki-Smith_BW_1_cropped_100x100.jpg] BOOK YOUR FREE 15 MIN DISCOVERY SESSION. FIND OUT WHAT’S POSSIBLE FOR YOUR DREAM LIFE, BEST FIT ROLE.TM Book now [https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=12075158&appointmentType=2594827] Before this interview with Claire Richardson, I knew of 1 or 2 strategies to manage or work with a person with narcissist traits. I now know many more. Here are some highlights you can jump to: > * Protect yourself so that you are less of a target > * Fostering allies > * How to talk to your boss > * When to detach > * What to do if you can’t give feedback or criticism > * How to effectively give them a compliment > * Double check advice > * Get mad on behalf of the narcissist = a surprising benefit > * Does empathy work or not? > * The top thing not to do. > > > * Stay and suck it up > * Recover the relationship > * Move within the organisation > * Leave without burning bridges > * Take the f*cker down!   Speak soon, Nikki STRENGTHS GUIDE FREE BUNDLE DISCOVER YOUR STRENGTHS AND START TO TALK ABOUT YOURSELF AND YOUR ABILITIES CONFIDENTLY AND WITH EASE * Your strengths guide, which includes the Strengthsfinder 2.0 link * Your strengths webinar & worksheet, which is the equivalent of a 1-on-1 strengths coaching session. play to your strengths [http://www.nikkismithcoach.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/play-to-your-strengths.jpg] Join [https://www.facebook.com/groups/886020591835826/] my free Facebook group CAREER TRANSFORMATION HUB ACCESS RESOURCES & FEEL SUPPORTED Join [https://www.facebook.com/groups/886020591835826/] FREE WEBINARS / MASTERCLASSES  DREAM CAREER MOVE MASTERCLASS GET CLEAR ON YOUR BEST FIT ROLE AND HOW TO MAKE IT A REALITY ---------------------------------------- * you’re at a career crossroads, but feeling stuck * you want to figure out what to do next, but have too many ideas or none * you’re ready to find your dream, best-fit role: one that is energising and fulfilling? ---------------------------------------- I’LL HELP YOU TO FIGURE OUT YOUR NEXT DREAM CAREER MOVE * Identify 1-3 inspiring ideas as to what to do next * Figure out which idea is a best-fit * Learn how to make the change safely in 3 steps. Find out more [https://www.nikkismithcoach.com/?page_id=4972] Subscribe to my podcast [https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/dream-life-best-fit-role-nikki/id1078526426?mt=2] podcast title [http://www.nikkismithcoach.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/podcast-title.png] https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/dream-life-best-fit-role-nikki/id1078526426?mt=2 with Nikki Smith [http://www.nikkismithcoach.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/with-Nikki-Smith.png] https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/dream-life-best-fit-role-nikki/id1078526426?mt=2 MODAL POPUP – ID Click here to edit the "Modal Popup" settings. This text will not be visible on frontend.

ARE YOU JUST PRETENDING TO BE HAPPY IN YOUR ROLE? JEM FULLER HAS MOVED FROM BAREFOOT TRAVELLER WANDERING AROUND CENTRAL AND SOUTH EAST AISA TO A SUIT AND TIE CORPORATE LEADER OF A $100 MILLION DIVISION OF A MULTI‑NATIONAL ORGANISATION. HE NOW HELPS OTHERS TO FIND FULFILLMENT THROUGH MINDFUL AND AUTHENTIC LEADERSHIP AND HELPING THEM TO CREATE MORE POSITIVE AND VIBRANT WORK CULTURES. Hear about Jem’s mid-life crisis or, as he now calls it, his ‘opportunity’ in his early 40’s. Jem had a successful 8‑year career in the travel industry. He was in a senior leadership role, flew around the world first class, and was being very well paid. BUT, HE REALISED THAT – WITH WHAT MOST PEOPLE WOULD CONSIDER A VERY SUCCESSFUL CAREER – HE WAS PRETENDING TO BE HAPPY. It was time for a change. Join [https://www.facebook.com/groups/886020591835826/] my free Facebook group CAREER TRANSFORMATION HUB ACCESS RESOURCES & FEEL SUPPORTED Join [https://www.facebook.com/groups/886020591835826/] In this interview, Jem shares his strengths and the mini-experiments to create his business optimising leaders, and why this involves taking them on retreats to the Himalayas, Bali and the Kimberley. Plus he shares his top tips to boost your happiness, energy and connection. They are brilliant!! As always, I recommend you listen to the whole interview. However, here are some time stamps so you can jump straight to the bits you really want to hear first. * 2.20 Jem’s career and life crossroads * 5.46 Jem’s mini-experiments to create his business and start to be paid for what he wanted to do * 9.12 Jem’s top 3 tips on boosting your happiness, energy and connection. They are brilliant! * 11.08   How to optimise your employability and ensure you have a job in the artificial intelligence future * 13.00  How Jem’s overseas client retreats started * 16: 12    Jem’s strengths: why connection is his superpower, how he shapes his work week to play to his strengths and what he outsources * 20:25  Jem’s mistake/blooper * 22.11  Recurring negative belief – “I’m not good enough” –  and how Jem overcame it. Plus, how to do supercharge the effect. * 25:38   Jem’s mini-challenge: download the Smiling Mind app and listen to a meditation just 5 minutes a day.  Jem says that it goes from being a chore to being something that you look forward to as it is time out – nothing to fix, nothing to solve, no kids to wrangle… jemfuller.com [https://jemfuller.com]   Speak soon, Nikki GET TO KNOW YOUR STRENGTHS * UNDERSTAND HOW TO TALK ABOUT YOUR UNIQUE ABILITIES * LEARN HOW TO GET NOTICED & HIRED WITHOUT RELYING ON JOB SEARCH WEBSITES Find out more [https://www.nikkismithcoach.com/?product=strengths-masterclass] strengths-mini-masterclass-1-300-x-300 [https://www.nikkismithcoach.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/strengths-mini-masterclass-1-300-x-300.jpg] https://www.nikkismithcoach.com/?product=strengths-masterclass FREE WEBINARS / MASTERCLASSES  DREAM ROLE MASTERCLASS GET CLEAR ON YOUR BEST FIT ROLE AND HOW TO MAKE IT A REALITY ---------------------------------------- This webinar is for you if: * you’re at a career crossroads, but feeling stuck * you want to figure out what to do next, but have too many ideas or none * you’re ready to find your dream, best-fit role: one that is energising and fulfilling? ---------------------------------------- I’LL HELP YOU TO FIGURE OUT YOUR NEXT DREAM CAREER MOVE * Identify 1-3 inspiring ideas as to what to do next * Figure out which idea is a best-fit * Learn how to make the change safely in 3 steps. Find out more [https://www.nikkismithcoach.com/?page_id=4972] Subscribe to my podcast [https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/dream-life-best-fit-role-nikki/id1078526426?mt=2] podcast title [http://www.nikkismithcoach.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/podcast-title.png] https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/dream-life-best-fit-role-nikki/id1078526426?mt=2 with Nikki Smith [http://www.nikkismithcoach.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/with-Nikki-Smith.png] https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/dream-life-best-fit-role-nikki/id1078526426?mt=2 MODAL POPUP – ID Click here to edit the "Modal Popup" settings. This text will not be visible on frontend.

NOW IS A FANTASTIC TIME TO FIND AND LAND YOUR DREAM ROLE. BUT THERE ARE A FEW KEY THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE JOB MARKET AND HOW TO APPROACH AN OPPORTUNITY IN ORDER TO LAND IT. I recently spoke with Sarah Piper from Invisible Partners [https://www.invisiblepartners.com.au/] about this. Sarah works with organisations to identify internal candidates for roles. She brings an in depth understanding of what employers look for in candidates and what they need to do to be successful. In this conversation we cover some critical topics, including: 1. Why now is a fantastic time to find & land your dream role 0.54 2. Why role change / finding your dream role doesn’t feel straight forward 2.57 3. The 1 thing you need to do differently right now 4.33 4. The key insight that will make you stand out at application / interview 5.29 5. Top mistakes to avoid when applying for a role 7.16 6. Top mistakes people make at interviews 9.44 If you’re at a career crossroads and feeling stuck, not getting passed the interview stage, book in for a free 15 min chat [https://www.nikkismithcoach.com/?page_id=3134]. Nikki-Smith_BW_1_cropped_100x100 [http://www.nikkismithcoach.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Nikki-Smith_BW_1_cropped_100x100.jpg] BOOK YOUR FREE 15 MIN CHAT FIND OUT WHAT’S POSSIBLE FOR YOUR DREAM LIFE, BEST FIT ROLE.TM Book now [https://www.nikkismithcoach.com/?page_id=3134] Join my free group CAREER TRANSFORMATION HUB ACCESS RESOURCES & FEEL SUPPORTED Join on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/groups/886020591835826] Join on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14010467/] FREE MASTERCLASSES  DREAM ROLE MASTERCLASS GET CLEAR ON YOUR BEST FIT ROLE AND THE ROADMAP MAKE IT A REALITY ---------------------------------------- This webinar is for you if: * you’re at a career crossroads, but feeling stuck * you want to figure out what to do next, but have too many ideas or none * you’re ready to find your dream, best-fit role: one that is energising and fulfilling? ---------------------------------------- I’LL HELP YOU TO FIGURE OUT YOUR NEXT DREAM CAREER MOVE * Identify 1-3 inspiring ideas as to what to do next * Figure out which idea is a best-fit * Learn how to make the change safely in 3 steps. Find out more [https://www.nikkismithcoach.com/?page_id=4972] Subscribe to my podcast [https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/dream-life-best-fit-role-nikki/id1078526426?mt=2] DLBFR-300x100 [https://www.nikkismithcoach.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/DLBFR-300x100-1.jpg] https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/dream-life-best-fit-role-nikki/id1078526426?mt=2 with Nikki Smith [http://www.nikkismithcoach.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/with-Nikki-Smith.png] https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/dream-life-best-fit-role-nikki/id1078526426?mt=2 MODAL POPUP – ID Click here to edit the "Modal Popup" settings. This text will not be visible on frontend.

A FULFILLING ROLE REQUIRES ROLE FIT AND CULTURE FIT. BUT WHAT IS CULTURE? AND HOW DO YOU GET AN INSIGHT INTO AN ORGANSATION’S CULTURE BEFORE JOINING IT? IN THIS INTERVIEW, RENEE BARNES DRAWS UPON HER EXPERT PERSPECTIVE AND DEEP EXPERIENCE TO ANSWER THESE QUESTIONS. Renee Barnes [https://www.nikkismithcoach.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Renee-Barnes-100x100.png] Renee Barnes is the founder of HR consultancy The People Paradox [https://www.peopleparadoxhr.com/]. She has been helping Australian businesses and their people connect and thrive for over 17 years. Renee is passionate about creating engaging workspaces where people are enabled to succeed. Organisational culture, as you know, is central to employee experience and business success. Renee shares her insights into the nature of organisational culture and the criticality of investigating the culture of your potential employer before signing up. > This is one of the most helpful interviews I’ve done. It’s jam packed with insights and practical tips. I recommend listening to the entire interview, but here are some key points you can jump to if you’re short on time: * Renee’s background: 0.39 * Why she founded People Paradox: 2.11 * Renee’s career crossroad that lead to her starting her business: 4.07 * The obstacles / worries she faced around making a change: 4.56 * Starting a business 7 months into maternity leave: 5.14 * Early steps / mini-experiments Renee undertook to gain clarity & confidence about her business idea: 5.43 * Why strong cultural fit is so important and at times so hard to achieve: 7.35 * Renee’s experience of accepting a role that was perfect on paper, only to find a strong cultural dissonance: 10.05 * The framework/criteria to help you assess workplace culture. What is workplace culture? 11.25 * How do you assess cultural fit with an organisation during the interview process? 15.18 * The questions about culture to ask at interview: 15.45 * If you start a new role and the culture isn’t a fit, what can you do about it? 19.38 * How the market really views role turnover on your CV: 22.3 * Renee’s top VIA strengths and how she leverages them: 23.44 * How Renee manages her weaknesses through partnering, outsourcing or elimination: 25.1 * Career mistakes / negative experiences Renee has recovered from: 26.3 * The recurring negative belief / self-talk Renee’s still working to overcome: 27.43 * Two great questions Renee suggests we ask ourselves: 29.55 * How to connect with Renee: 31.3 How to connect with Renee: * www.peopleparadoxhr.com [https://www.peopleparadoxhr.com/] * renee@thepeopleparadox.com [renee@thepeopleparadox.com] * LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/renee-barnes-nee-braden/] Speak soon, Nikki stay-or-go-3 [https://www.nikkismithcoach.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/stay-or-go-3.png] https://www.facebook.com/groups/886020591835826/posts/1269965806774634/ GET TO KNOW YOUR STRENGTHS * UNDERSTAND HOW TO TALK ABOUT YOUR UNIQUE ABILITIES * LEARN HOW TO GET NOTICED & HIRED WITHOUT RELYING ON JOB SEARCH WEBSITES Find out more [https://www.nikkismithcoach.com/?product=strengths-masterclass] strengths-mini-masterclass-1-300-x-300 [https://www.nikkismithcoach.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/strengths-mini-masterclass-1-300-x-300.jpg] https://www.nikkismithcoach.com/?product=strengths-masterclass Join [https://www.facebook.com/groups/886020591835826/] my free Facebook group CAREER TRANSFORMATION HUB ACCESS RESOURCES & FEEL SUPPORTED Join [https://www.facebook.com/groups/886020591835826/] FREE MASTERCLASSES  DREAM ROLE MASTERCLASS GET CLEAR ON YOUR BEST FIT ROLE AND THE ROADMAP MAKE IT A REALITY ---------------------------------------- This webinar is for you if: * you’re at a career crossroads, but feeling stuck * you want to figure out what to do next, but have too many ideas or none * you’re ready to find your dream, best-fit role: one that is energising and fulfilling? ---------------------------------------- I’LL HELP YOU TO FIGURE OUT YOUR NEXT DREAM CAREER MOVE * Identify 1-3 inspiring ideas as to what to do next * Figure out which idea is a best-fit * Learn how to make the change safely in 3 steps. Find out more [https://www.nikkismithcoach.com/?page_id=4972] Subscribe to my podcast [https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/dream-life-best-fit-role-nikki/id1078526426?mt=2] podcast title [http://www.nikkismithcoach.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/podcast-title.png] https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/dream-life-best-fit-role-nikki/id1078526426?mt=2 with Nikki Smith [http://www.nikkismithcoach.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/with-Nikki-Smith.png] https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/dream-life-best-fit-role-nikki/id1078526426?mt=2 MODAL POPUP – ID Click here to edit the "Modal Popup" settings. This text will not be visible on frontend.

ARE YOU FEELING STUCK IN YOUR INDUSTRY? THIS PODCAST PROVIDES AN INSPIRING EXAMPLE OF HOW YOU CAN MAKE DRAMATIC CHANGE IN YOUR CAREER AND FIND GENUINE FULFILMENT. THAT’S WHAT FRED DID. When I met Fred he was a senior manufacturing engineer in the sugar industry, who often worked on continuous improvement projects. He was ready to make a change but could not see a clear path out of manufacturing. He received job and interview offers and mentoring advice, but these were all for another manufacturing role. And Fred knew that wasn’t the right direction for him to continue in. Are you like Fred? Nikki-Smith_BW_1_cropped_100x100 [http://www.nikkismithcoach.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Nikki-Smith_BW_1_cropped_100x100.jpg] BOOK YOUR FREE 15 MIN CHAT FIND OUT WHAT’S POSSIBLE FOR YOUR DREAM LIFE, BEST FIT ROLE.TM Book now [https://www.nikkismithcoach.com/?page_id=3134] Do you look at job search websites, like the look of roles but are unsure on how to bridge the skills/experience gap and submit an application that will hit the mark? This interview with Fred will inspire you and show you what really is possible. I encourage you to listen to the whole discussion. However, if you want to jump straight to the bits that particularly interest you, I’ve listed some topics and times below. * 5:30 Discover Fred’s secret weapon for job success * 7:00 Find out whether Fred had loads of ideas or NO idea about his next dream life best fit role * 9:00 Hear Fred’s why and top‑5 strengths that helped him to transition from manufacturing to community/international development * 9:40 Mini-experiment #1: How Fred went from dreading networking to (3 months later) really enjoying it, and what changed his mindset * 15:25 Discover how Fred came to speak to the director of an agency he wanted to work for * 19:00 How networking gets you in front of people before the emerging roles have been decided * 22:30 Mini‑experiment #2: a 4‑day intensive international aid immersion * 27:58 Mini‑experiment #3: Masters in International Development * 28:30 The immersion: the Masters’ experience as a mature aged student * 33:20 Mini‑experiment #4: Volunteer experience in Nepal * 38:00 My simple 3‑step mini-experiment framework to help you gain clarity and momentum * 39:00 Fred’s biggest worry with his career change and how he overcame it * 44:00 How Fred’s colleagues reacted to his significant career change * 45:22 Benefits of looking at career change sooner rather than later, and how giving yourself 12 months to make the transition can take some of the pressure off * 48:38 Fred’s top tips for career change * 49:30 Fred’s top life tip * 51:00 How and why fortnightly accountability during the change process served Fred well.   We spend @ 1/3 of our lives working. Are you genuinely happy with what you’re doing? Speak soon, Nikki GET TO KNOW YOUR STRENGTHS * UNDERSTAND HOW TO TALK ABOUT YOUR UNIQUE ABILITIES * LEARN HOW TO GET NOTICED & HIRED WITHOUT RELYING ON JOB SEARCH WEBSITES Find out more [https://www.nikkismithcoach.com/?product=strengths-masterclass] strengths-mini-masterclass-1-300-x-300 [https://www.nikkismithcoach.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/strengths-mini-masterclass-1-300-x-300.jpg] https://www.nikkismithcoach.com/?product=strengths-masterclass FREE MASTERCLASSES  DREAM ROLE MASTERCLASS GET CLEAR ON YOUR BEST FIT ROLE AND THE ROADMAP MAKE IT A REALITY ---------------------------------------- This webinar is for you if: * you’re at a career crossroads, but feeling stuck * you want to figure out what to do next, but have too many ideas or none * you’re ready to find your dream, best-fit role: one that is energising and fulfilling? ---------------------------------------- I’LL HELP YOU TO FIGURE OUT YOUR NEXT DREAM CAREER MOVE * Identify 1-3 inspiring ideas as to what to do next * Figure out which idea is a best-fit * Learn how to make the change safely in 3 steps. Find out more [https://www.nikkismithcoach.com/?page_id=4972] Subscribe to my podcast [https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/dream-life-best-fit-role-nikki/id1078526426?mt=2] DLBFR-300x100 [https://www.nikkismithcoach.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/DLBFR-300x100-1.jpg] https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/dream-life-best-fit-role-nikki/id1078526426?mt=2 with Nikki Smith [http://www.nikkismithcoach.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/with-Nikki-Smith.png] https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/dream-life-best-fit-role-nikki/id1078526426?mt=2 MODAL POPUP – ID Click here to edit the “Modal Popup” settings. This text will not be visible on frontend.