In this episode, we explore the impact of a lack of clarity on your career and professional development. Lack of clarity can be defined as constantly changing your mind, questioning your skills and strengths, and struggling with decisions. It can also be disguised as imposter syndrome, where you doubt your abilities and feel undeserving of better opportunities.
Lack of clarity can hinder your progress in your career and leave you feeling aimless and purposeless. It can also lead to settling for less than you deserve, as you may feel uncertain about your skills and abilities. On the other hand, having career clarity can give you confidence and certainty, allowing you to easily move up the ladder and pursue your goals.
To gain clarity, it can be helpful to ask for a performance review from your colleagues and get feedback on your key skills. It's also important to reflect on what you love doing and what brings value to yourself and others. With a clear direction and end goal in mind, you can pave the way for a satisfying and fulfilling career.
Talking points:

What is a lack of clarity and how does it impact your career?
The relationship between lack of clarity and imposter syndrome.
The benefits of having career clarity.
Strategies for gaining career clarity.

 
Takeaways:

A lack of clarity can hold you back in your career by causing you to question your skills, feel uncertain about your direction, and settle for less than you deserve.
To overcome a lack of clarity, try to address any imposter syndrome feelings and seek feedback from others to help you gain confidence.
Set clear career goals and work towards them with determination and focus. Don't be afraid to ask for help if you need it.
Don't settle for less than you deserve. Believe in yourself and your abilities, and don't be afraid to pursue your dream job or career path.

Notable Quotes:
"When you have clarity, it gives you the ability to be able to say no to things that don't align with your goals."
"When you have having clarity, that is the catalyst for career success."
"A lack of clarity is like a fire. It will slowly burn up all your dreams and eventually, you know, it seals you up. Just that once. It destroys everything."
"A lack of clarity can also be disguised as imposter syndrome."
 
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??‍? About Alicia Perkins is a leading authority in the career & professional development space. Alicia calls upon her decade of experience as an HR executive recruiter and hiring manager to teach professionals how to step into more purposeful & fulfilling careers with clarity & strategy. As the founder of Prepared Careers LLC, Alicia relies on her exemplary teaching strategies and personal branding techniques to serve professionals & audiences worldwide. To date, she has helped more than 2,000 clients across 4 continents step into their dream roles.