Hey Reader, Whether you're bouncing excitedly or limping a bit gingerly into January... Happy New Year! 🥳 This was literally the least restful holiday "break" we've ever experienced.
Gone are the days of bingeing Netflix for five days straight. Allow me to share that I'm a teeny bit glad school starts back up today, and that I can get back to work. P.S. I recommend not asking your parent coworkers if they had a restful holiday. Instead, maybe just buy them a coffee and keep it moving. family changes. career changes.Over here, we're stepping into 2024 with cautious optimism. We're expecting Baby Girl to join our little family in early-April! That means a LOT of things are changing for us both personally and professionally. I'm excited to share what life and career looks like this year with you. Last year, I outlined the six stages of The Job Cycle, with Transition being the final stage. In Q1, I'm diving deep into the world of career transitions. Specifically, parental leave. Here's a sneak peek into the topics we'll cover:
Expect a blend of practical advice, real-world stories, and my usual dash of sass. We’re not just talking about surviving. It's about thriving, learning, and growing together through these significant life changes. And, of course, I'll be sharing my own journey as I navigate my third trimester and prepare for maternity leave #2. It's going to be real and raw over here. Please share your stories, tips, and experiences, too. Whether you’re a seasoned parent with wisdom to impart or you’re in the same boat of anticipation and WTF?? your input is so needed! breathe in. breathe out.It's ok if you rolled out of bed this morning as the same person you were in 2023. Expecting ourselves to change overnight, ‘New year, new me’ is unrealistic. If you need a jumpstart, catch the limited replay of my Break the Burnout Cycle jam session from last week. It's free and only available until this Friday, January 6th. Get some quick wins to start your year:
Say goodbye to burnout, and hello to balance and boundaries. ICYMIcheers!Here's to a year of growth, change, and embracing new life chapters. Let's make 2024 a year where we truly Make Work Suck Less. Cheers to new beginnings. You got this. Cassandra 113 Cherry St #92768, Seattle, WA 98104-2205 |
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I’m a mom, certified career coach, ex-spy, and corporate culture leader. I'm driven to make work suck less by helping women break the burnout cycle, pivot with purpose, and thrive in their careers. I believe everyone deserves to wake up excited and energized for the day. Together, let's find the perspective you need to work, create, and build from a place of joy, not dread. #makeworksuckless
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