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I'd love to know - what is the major difference you're thinking about when it comes to your work/career or business in this 'second chapter' of your career journey?
Audra Koopmann
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08/07/21 at 6:11PM UTC
Even though there are some great companies to work for out there, they will replace/drop/eliminate you in a heart beat if it means more profit. So my loyalty is to myself and my family, they come first and I no longer sacrifice my family needs or my own needs for the good of a company. If you have to subside your living so a business can make a profit than their business model is not a good one. It sounds negative but it is a hard truth for some to accept.
Joan Williams, Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist
21.93k
08/08/21 at 12:56AM UTC
I don't think standing up for yourself sounds negative in any way.
Adrienne GarlandDedicated to women leaders & entrepreneurs
84
08/08/21 at 9:03PM UTC
Agreed!
Patricia Quarles Faberlic Independent Consultant
324
08/07/21 at 5:51PM UTC
I don't have the stress and workload of my previous job to deal with any longer I no longer have to take it home with me and work on it over the weekend. I was a Teacher.
Susan RoblesHR Leader in Los Angeles Area
1.66k
08/07/21 at 5PM UTC
My personal happiness is the primary goal, and all I care about is benefits for my family.
I still want to do good work, and be acknowledged, and learn, but it is less of a day to day urge.
Adrienne GarlandDedicated to women leaders & entrepreneurs
84
08/07/21 at 6:06PM UTC
Completely agree
Anonymous
08/07/21 at 4:51PM UTC
Where I work, people are promoted due to who they know or how deep their pockets are. At this point, I’m focusing on taking my skill set and contributing to a new business venture since my talent has gone unrecognized.
Adrienne GarlandDedicated to women leaders & entrepreneurs
84
08/07/21 at 6:06PM UTC
Sadly, companies can be very myopic and miss the talent they have. I’m a huge proponent of entrepreneurship for women! Go for it but test your niche and know your customer inside out so you can set yourself up for success.
Jackie RukaProfessionalHappyologist Thrive in your purpose.
2.72k
08/07/21 at 3:46PM UTC
That you are starting with experience and strengths, not from scratch.
Adrienne GarlandDedicated to women leaders & entrepreneurs
84
08/07/21 at 6:04PM UTC
Agreed. More confidence hopefully allows us to get to our goals more efficiently.
Anonymous
08/07/21 at 3:28PM UTC
The major difference is I understand balance, I know what situations, challenges, people and environments are best for me. I have better boundaries to ensure my life works best for me.
Adrienne GarlandDedicated to women leaders & entrepreneurs
84
08/07/21 at 6:03PM UTC
Boundaries really make a huge positive difference!!
