In this episode of the Thought Leaders podcast, Evie Suarez shares her insights on career development, emphasizing the importance of gaining diverse experiences over focusing solely on prestigious company names. She discusses how recent graduates can navigate their early career choices, the significance of understanding personal values when job searching, and the necessity of flexibility in career paths. Evie also highlights the importance of reading the room in professional settings, recognizing burnout, and the strategies for transitioning careers. Additionally, she introduces the concept of a 'wisdom circle' for support and the value of networking in building professional relationships. Lastly, she addresses the challenges of balancing entrepreneurship with traditional employment and offers practical advice for having conversations with HR about side gigs.

Takeaways

Focus on gaining diverse experiences, not just company prestige.
Flexibility in career choices is essential as life changes.
Understanding personal values is crucial when job searching.
Reading the room can significantly impact professional interactions.
Burnout can sneak up on you; recognize the signs early.
Networking is key to building a supportive wisdom circle.
Entrepreneurship can enhance skills applicable to traditional jobs.
Evaluate company values before discussing side gigs with HR.
Self-reflection is necessary to avoid repeating past burnout experiences.
Developing a strong relationship with your boss can provide support. 

Find out more about Evie and her services here: https://pensight.com/x/workwiseguide

Listen to The Wise Guides podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/work-wise-guide


Chapters

00:00 Finding the Right Job
03:06 Prioritizing What Matters
07:08 Recognizing and Preventing Burnout
10:20 Building a Wisdom Circle
12:22 Proactive Networking
15:14 Starting a Business While Working a Nine-to-Five Job

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