Nov 8, 2022 | Deepening self knowledge, Navigating workplace dynamics, Work.Life Experts
I left a great job with a great company at the age of 31. I didn’t want to leave. I had to leave. Despite ten (mostly) incredible years at a creative think tank working on top secret design and innovation projects for some of the world’s most notable companies, I had...
Oct 12, 2022 | Burning Question, Deepening self knowledge
I’m struggling to find my place at work. My role doesn’t feel t aligned with my strengths and I’m having a hard time vibing with the rest of the team. It’s only been a few months – should I stay in this role or should I start to look for a new one? –...
Jul 20, 2022 | Deepening self knowledge, Strengths
Over the next month, pay attention to the activities that make you feel strong, happy and energized 😄. Write them in the “Loved It” column. (A good cue is when you lose track of time doing an activity.) For activities that make you feel weak, drained or bored, write...
Jul 13, 2022 | Burning Question, Deepening self knowledge
“I’ve recently discovered my strengths (based on an Equipt session!) and it still feels awkward to define something I’m good at but don’t enjoy or don’t feel energized by as a weakness – but I’m trying! How can I effectively answer the dreaded interview question...
Jul 7, 2022 | Deepening self knowledge
“What are your strengths?” is a common, sometimes dreaded, question in a job interview. Most of us respond to the question based on a definition we learned as kids: Strengths are activities we’re good at. Simple. Yet, we often end up in careers doing things we’re good...