Join host Emily Merrell on the Second Degree Podcast, where she dives into deep conversations and practical insights for navigating careers, leadership, and personal growth and leadership with career coach Annette Blum Pearson, who shares her journeys, wisdom, and actionable advice. From embracing career transitions to embodying leadership qualities in daily life. What You'll Learn:Self-Reflection in Career Transitions: During times of career transition, it's essential to give oneself the space for self-reflection, organization, and exploration of new passions or values.Community-Based Conversations: Initiatives like Annette's "Shalon" highlight the power of fostering meaningful conversations in a safe and welcoming environment, encouraging attendees to take action in their communities.Taking Risks and Following Passions: Annette's decision to deviate from the expected path to law school underscores the importance of listening to one's strengths, values, and passions, even if it means taking risks.Understanding Leadership: Leadership goes beyond titles and manifests in qualities such as providing growth opportunities, prioritizing others' needs, and standing up for beliefs, both in tangible and intangible ways.Embodying Leadership Daily: Incorporating admirable leadership qualities into daily practices can help individuals develop their leadership skills incrementally, viewing leadership as a continuous journey of growth.Consistency and Habit Formation: Similar to the concept of "Atomic Habits" by James Clear, leadership development requires small, consistent actions over time to build and reinforce desired behaviors.To learn more about Annette Blum Pearson, visit her website www.annetteblumpearson.com and follow on instagram at @annettebpearson_and_shalonSign up for The Second Degree Membership! By becoming a member, we’re getting more intimate than ever! Get the Membership now! Check our past episodes of The Second Degree podcast! Remember to follow us on Instagram