
One of my favorite rituals is to reflect and capture the moments that exceeded expectations and filled my days with joy. As I look back on past seasons of The Flourish Careers podcast, I can’t help but feel an overwhelming sense of gratitude and excitement.
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One of the highlights of hosting the pod is the “Flourishing Together” segments, featuring industry insiders who generously share their wisdom and strategies to enhance your work and well-being. Little did I know that this venture would lead to impactful conversations AND foster new professional friendships. It was an unexpected delight!
I wanted to recap the flourishing favorites recommended by the expert guests throughout the seasons. You can think of this as your personal and professional growth toolkit, carefully curated to help you flourish in your career.
Discover Flourishing Faves: Curated Recommendations to Elevate Your Career and Lifestyle!
+ Read: Die Empty, by Todd Henry
+ Read: What Got You Here Won’t Get You There, by Marshall Goldsmith
+ Read: Return to Love, by Marianne Williamson
+ Read: Rise Sister Rise by Rebecca Campbell
+ Read: The Big Leap, by Gay Hendricks
+ Read: The Gifts of Imperfection, by Brené Brown
+ Read: Atomic Habits, by James Clear
+ Read: Brave Women at Work: Lessons in Letting Go, by Hope Mueller + Jen Pestikas
+ Read: The Art of Innovation by Tom Kelley
+ Read: Expansive Impact, by Sarah Young
+ Read: How to Win Friends, by Dale Carnegie
+ Read: Leadership the Eleanor Roosevelt Way, by Robin Gerber
+ Read: Red Teaming, by Bryce G. Hoffman
+ Read: The First 90 Days by Michael D. Watkins
+ Read: The Fearless Organization, by Amy Edmonds
+ Read: Leading with Gratitude by Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton
+ Read: A Force for Good, by Coco Sellman
+ Read: The Confidence Code, by Katty Kay and Claire Shipman
+ Read: Think and Grow Rich, by Napoleon Hill
+ Read: Shoe Dog, by Phil Knight
+ Read: Ask For More, by Alexandra Carter
+ Read: Crucial Conversations by Joseph Grenny
+ Read: The Power of Fun – How to Feel Alive Again, by Catherine Price
+ Read: How to Manifest, by Lacy Phillips
+ Read: Positive Psychology, by Barbara Fredericks
+ Read: Many Lives Many, Masters, by Brian Weiss
+ Read: The Alchemist, by Paulo Coelho
+ Read: The Power Within, by Nicole Smith Levay
+ Read: The Last Lecture by Randy Pausch
+ Read: Stillness is the Key, by Ryan Holiday
+ Read: The Surrender Experiment, by Michael Allen Singer
+ Read: Chasing Perfection: A Journey to Healing, Fitness, and Self-Love, by Rachel Brooks
+ Read: Design Your Life by Bill Burnett, and Dave Evans
+ Read: The Body Keeps the Score, by Bessel van der Kolk M.D.
+ Read: Your Brain on Art, by Susan Magsamen and Ivy Ross
+ Read: Wabi Sabi by Takagi Myakano
+ Meditate: Steve Noble’s YouTube channel
+ Guidance: Esther Hicks
+ Listen: Insight Timer
+ Watch: Rocky, The Movie
+ Plan: In-Season Planner
+ Reflect & Write: The 5 Minute Journal
+ Organize: Franklin Covey Planner
+ Read: What Color is Your Parachute? by Richard N. Bolles
+ Read: How to Score a Date with Your Potential Employer, by Yolanda M. Owens
+ Read: Cultivating Career Growth- Navigating Transitions with Purpose, by Michelle Schafer
+ Read: Free Time: Lose The Busywork, Love Your Business, by Jenny Blake
+ Read: Pivot: The Only Move That Matters is Your Next One, by Jenny Blake
Here is a handy summary of all the “Flourishing Together” episodes so you can revisit the valuable insights and takeaways at your convenience.
Success in Layers with Todd Henry. Career and creativity expert Todd Henry joins Jenn Smith to discuss success in layers, creative resilience, meaningful work, career reinvention, and staying human in a changing world of work.
Signs, Serendipity + the Courage to Create with Jenny Blake and Sarah Young. A heartfelt conversation with Jenny Blake and Sarah Young on signs, serendipity, and trusting inner nudges. We explore vulnerability, creative courage, and how the right community helps bring ideas to life.
LinkedIn With Confidence with Michelle Schafer (Part 3). Tips on showing up strategically and making LinkedIn work for your career in a real, meaningful way.
Flourish Careers Podcast Catalog: Looking for a particular episode? You don’t have to search far and wide! Our catalog has an entire collection of episodes.
Stay tuned as we continue with new guests and fresh topics filled with inspiring conversations and opportunities to flourish. Thank you for being a part of the Flourish Careers community, and here’s to a future filled with growth, learning, and meaningful connections.
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