Michelle J Raymond's CAREERevolution

Find your calling and create the career you want ~ the CAREERevolution podcast talks with inspiring people who have found their calling in unconventional ways!

This week's CAREERevolution episode is with Michelle J Raymond

Michelle is a walking talking example of what it means to make ‘good’ in your career and business. From a kid who was in awe of the manufacturing process to writing a book on LinkedIn.

How did she do it and what were the careerevolutions along the way?

Reflecting on her career Michelle shares the highs and lows of working hard for someone else until she found her calling in the most unconventional ways.

- OVERVIEW -

In this episode Michelle shares her early career interests and the qualities that have got her to where she is today; globally recognized as the LinkedIn company pages expert, Co Author - Business Gold - The Only Company Pages Book World’s First Book on LinkedIn Company Pages GLOBAL BESTSELLER and Co Author of THE LINKEDIN?? BRANDING BOOK by #MichelleSquared

You’ll love the raw honesty Michelle brings to this conversation and vulnerable account of the over traded excuse of a business ‘strategy’ which Michelle learnt the hard way- is a sellout, and one that she will never fall for again.

- KEY SEGEMENTS -

Career Journeys: From Steel Manufacturing to the Beauty Industry

Michelle J Raymond owner of B2B GROWTH CO - Get Your Business Active on LinkedIn?? for Growth discussing her unconventional career journey from working in steel manufacturing to the beauty industry- to LinkedIn trainer.

Michelle shares her passion for the manufacturing process and her role as a salesperson in the beauty industry.

She reflects on the importance of understanding one's past and pursuing one's passion despite societal expectations.

Listen Here 5:06-5:48

I loved it. I was, in dirty jeans, stomping through cold warehouses in the middle of winter with all kinds of people surrounding me. And it was the least glamorous job I've had. And probably one I've loved, the most.

Navigating Career Transitions: Lessons Learn

After securing a $2 million deal in her company, the Michelle's world comes crashing down when a client reveals that someone from their own team had reneged on the deal.

Overwhelmed, she quit her job to face an uncertain future.

Listen Here 17:13 - 17:36

Betrayal and Fallout of a $2 Million Deal

Michelle quits her job and realizes the importance of aligning her values with her work. Her partner suggests starting a business, leading to new opportunities, allowing her to prioritize her values over financial security.

This entire encounter solidifies Michelles decision to distance herself from negativity and focus on doing business with integrity.

Surrounding oneself with good people and doing good in the world is emphasized.

I felt like I was going to have a heart attack. It is the worst moment in my career that I've ever had because I understood the implications of not delivering that order and everybody's reputation.

The Revolution of Starting a Business

Michelle was ghosted by a potential employer, but this led her to discover her expertise in using LinkedIn.

She shared her knowledge and realized her potential to make a difference. This redirected her career path and opened up new opportunities. Now she can understand and expresses gratitude for the unexpected turn of events!

Listen Here 19:20- 19:53

My name was what I took everywhere with me.

Creating a Purpose-Driven Business

Michelle emphasizes the importance of LinkedIn for networking, finding opportunities, and building a supportive community. Highlighting her experience with LinkedIn and all her upcoming projects, including a book launch.

Michelle encourages individuals to pursue opportunities aligned with their goals and values and expresses enthusiasm for engaging in meaningful conversations.

Listen Here 33;16- 33:39.

And while setting up my own business has been the hardest thing that I've ever done in my life, it's been completely humbling.

- TAKEAWAYS -

• The idea that traditional education may not be the best fit for everyone in the world of work 2020 and beyond!
• Michelle's experience of moving from one company to another in search of a better fit, emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and learning in our careers.
• The experience of making sudden life-changing decisions, such as leaving a job or pursuing new opportunities. It follows Michelle's journey of starting her own business and adapting to the challenges of lockdown. She struggles to find a solid idea but found motivation and support from her community.
• The importance of staying true to our values, integrity, making a positive impact, and surrounding oneself with good people.
• The significance of LinkedIn for networking, finding opportunities, and building a supportive community, and growing a business.
• Michelle shares her experience with LinkedIn and her upcoming projects: She encourages individuals to pursue opportunities aligned with their goals and values and express enthusiasm for engaging in meaningful conversations.

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LICIA Dewing is a Career Strategist with a passion for inspiring revolutionary change in careers. The CAREERevolution series is her latest in strategy and support, to help you revolutionize your career!

CAREERevolution PODCAST-

BIG ideas for BIG careers start small ~ the CAREERevolution podcast hosted by LICIA Dewing with special guests.

~ inspiringly ordinary people, like you and I, who have found their calling in unconventional & extraordinary ways.

~ sharing they're behind the scenes stories, and untold revolutions, their BIG ideas that started small and created BIG careers.

What's a BIG career?

1. ??Maybe your BIG is work life balance AND financial stability,
2. ??Opportunities for personal growth AND aligning with your values,
3. ??Making a significant impact on the world AND advancement,
4. ??Playing to your strengths AND high levels of work satisfaction,
5. ??Having a sense of purpose AND professional growth.

Is that BIG enough for you?

If you're not believing it is even possible, book a complimentary career strategy connect with Licia to Get Started ~ now.

Imagine what we could do, if we did something about all that we imagine!

-EXTRA RESOURCE -

I understand the yearning for a career with more meaning, more relevance and more impact.

Because this was me once.

Now, I've cracked the code to unlock a career that offers you MORE.

And I'm here to share this with you so that you too can revive your passion & purpose in your career.

Have a BIG career story to tell?

I'd love to hear it - drop me a DM and let's get you on the podcast.

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