Stacey’s Insights
Practical career strategies, mindset tips and insights on running a business from our Founder, Stacey Back.
5 surprising benefits to changing careers when it’s not the ‘right time’
Want to make a change in your career but feel like it’s not the ‘right time’? In a recent catch-up, a client mentioned a friend she thought would benefit from working with me. This individual had returned from a career break and wanted to transition her career. But...
6 ways to break the bias and help women find success at work
I grew up in the ’80s, a time of big hair, power suits, and ‘Working Girl’. Where women were independent and ambitious. I believed women had always been successful at work -- and anything I wanted to achieve in my career was possible. Yet when I entered the workforce...
How to develop and attract the best people to futureproof your team
As a leader, what would it cost you to replace a high performing team member? ‘The Great Resignation’ has been a hot topic this past year, following the mass exodus of talented people from their jobs. People are re-evaluating their priorities and professions. Some are...
4 proven ways to become more confident as a leader
How do you build confidence as a leader? Is confidence something you’re born with, which only certain people possess? Or can you create it over time? Developing confidence is a common reason leaders seek my support. Confidence is critical to create credibility and...
How to stop breaking your New Year resolutions and reach your big career goals
Struggling to stick to your New Year resolutions? Every January we look forward to a fresh start and set new goals for the year ahead. But studies show over 80% of resolutions fail by February. There are a number of reasons. Lack of accountability or clarity around...
Best of 2021: Top 5 summer reads to support your career this year
And just like that… it’s 2022. Happy New Year! I have a confession. I don’t know about you, but I’m not yet ‘feeling 22’. As I write this, it’s my second day back at work. Sure, the exhaustion I felt in the last week of December has melted away. Thanks to the many...
Your Year in Review: How to set yourself up for success in 2022
Stop, take a breath and relax. You’ve made it to the finish line! As we count down the final days to Christmas and conclusion of another unforgettable year, I’ve been reflecting on this time 12 months ago. After a challenging year, we were feeling hopeful about 2021....
2021 Reflections: 4 big lessons — and how they’ll help YOU
Did you kick off 2021 full of hope and ready to ‘get back to normal’? I know I did. Most people I’ve spoken to this year expected to put the challenges of 2020 behind them. Instead, we’ve faced another year of restrictions and uncertainty. For many, continuing to sit...
Should I stay — or should I go? How to know when it’s time to resign
Wondering whether to quit your job? At this time of year, it's likely you're reflecting on your next career steps. Especially with all the discussion about people leaving their positions in droves. If 2020 was the year of ‘pivots’ and ‘unprecedented times’, the most...
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