Unlock Your Superpowers: 4 Steps to Clarify and OWN Your Strengths for Career Clarity in Midlife
Ladies, prepare to be amazed – did you know you're one in 33 million? That's right, according to Gallup's CliftonStrengths, your unique combination of strengths makes you truly one-of-a-kind. As we navigate the empowering journey of midlife, it's time to embrace this extraordinary fact and dig deep into the essence of who you are.
Midlife is more than just a phase of life. It's an amazing opportunity for us to experience profound self-discovery and reinvention. It's a time when our accumulated wisdom, life experiences, and hard-earned lessons converge, creating the perfect backdrop for uncovering those superpowers that make you, well, YOU!
But here's the kicker – many of us have spent years, maybe even decades, focusing on what we perceive as our weaknesses or trying to fit into roles that don't truly align with our innate talents. Today, we're going to flip that script, ladies! We’re setting out on a personal strengths assessment journey that will not only reveal your unique gifts but also pave the way for the career clarity you've been seeking.
Are you ready to shed the expectations of others, break free from self-imposed limitations, and step into your full potential? Let's dive in and discover how your one-in-33-million strengths can transform your career and life in ways you never imagined possible!
Why Midlife is the Perfect Time for a Personal Strengths Assessment
Midlife is an incredible phase of life, brimming with wisdom and experience. We've weathered storms, celebrated victories, and gathered a treasure trove of insights along the way. Now is the perfect moment to step back and conduct a personal strengths assessment – examining those amazing gifts that set us apart and can lead to greater career clarity.
Does the idea of uncovering your strengths stir excitement within you? Or perhaps a twinge of fear? What if your personal strengths assessment compels you to "do something" with what you uncover? Don't worry – we'll get to that. For now, let's focus on identifying those superpowers that make you uniquely fabulous and can guide you towards career clarity!
My Personal Journey: From Corporate to Coaching
Let me share a bit of my own story. At 54, I left my comfortable corporate leadership position to dive headfirst into my coaching business. Why? Because I reached a level of self-awareness through my own personal strengths assessment that I simply couldn't ignore. I was tired of trying to fit into a box that wasn't meant for me. Once I saw my true potential and gained career clarity, I couldn't unsee it.
And you know what? I want the same for you! I want you to work in a career that feels like home, even if that means stepping into a new chapter. If that resonates with you, let's do it – with both feet in!
4 Steps to Clarify and OWN Your Strengths for Career Clarity
Are you ready to raise the flag on your strengths and own them once and for all? Let's dive into four powerful steps to get clear on your superpowers and achieve the career clarity you deserve:
Step 1: Get Clear on Your Unique Strengths
Grab a pen and paper, ladies! It's time to start your personal strengths assessment by identifying 1-3 of your natural strengths. Remember, we're looking for talents that bring you energy when you use them. Ask yourself:
What comes naturally to you?
What brings you absolute joy?
If money and time were limitless, what would you choose to do?
What work activities don't feel like work because you enjoy them so much?
Here's a tip: Think about people you admire for their specific strengths. Chances are, you possess those same qualities! We can only recognize in others what we have within ourselves. This insight is crucial for your personal strengths assessment and ultimate career clarity.
Step 2: Measure Your Current Alignment
On a scale of 1-10, how often do you get to use your strengths in your current career? Be honest with yourself. This step in your personal strengths assessment is crucial in acknowledging how close you are to your truest self professionally and how much career clarity you currently have.
Also, take a moment to identify ways you're not aligned with your strengths. This might bring up some strong emotions, but it's important to recognize any disconnects that might be hindering your career clarity.
Step 3: Reflect on Where You Are Today
Time for some deep reflection, ladies! As part of your personal strengths assessment, ask yourself:
Why is it important for you to be aligned with your strengths? (List 3 reasons)
What would change in your life if you were fully aligned with your strengths in your career?
How does it make you feel when you imagine working in a career that perfectly matches your strengths?
These questions will help you gain the career clarity you need to move forward confidently.
Step 4: Take Action on Where You Want to Be
Now that you've completed your personal strengths assessment and reflected on their importance, it's time to take action towards career clarity. What brave steps can you take to move closer to alignment with your superpowers?
Embracing Your Strengths: It's Never Too Late for Career Clarity!
Remember, ladies, knowing and owning your individual strengths will benefit not only you but those around you and beyond. It's time to fully celebrate the WHO of YOU and achieve the career clarity you deserve!
By focusing on your zone of genius, you'll find that your overall performance and satisfaction skyrocket. No more wasting energy on so-called weaknesses – let's lean into what makes us shine and gain true career clarity!
If this personal strengths assessment resonates with you and you're hungry for more career clarity, I'd love to chat about how we can work together to fully leverage your strengths in your career and everyday life. Remember, it's never too late to crush midlife and step into your full potential!
Are you ready to unlock your superpowers, complete your personal strengths assessment, and create a career that feels like home? If you need help getting started, I can take you through the CliftonStrengths Assessment and help you discover your own superpowers! Schedule a free call with me here to see if the assessment is right for you.
Let's do this, ladies – your time to shine and find career clarity is now!
I’m Dawn LaRae, and I help mid-life professional women gain clarity and confidence in their next career chapter so they can experience passion and purpose in their work.
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