Episode 145 - The Importance of Grit in Job Hunting and Career Success - With James Brook
Grit is all about passion and perseverance - an important combination for professionals at a career crossroads. Be it a job loss, a major or minor career setback, a disappointment at work, or when your job hunting efforts are not translating to results. Grit is a much-needed trait that can help you overcome challenges and succeed in your career.
In this episode, I interview James Brook, CEO & Founder of TalentPredix and Plexus Leadership, to examine the components of grit, why it is so important, and how to develop it. James is well qualified to speak on this topic. He is an experienced Leadership and Talent Consultant, Coach, Advisor, and Business Psychologist, with over 25 years of experience working with leaders, teams, and organizations to optimize their talents, strengths, performance, and potential. Before moving into consulting, James held corporate leadership roles in People and Talent Management in the UK and abroad with companies such as Yahoo! and Novo Nordisk Pharmaceuticals. Clients he has worked with include global law firm Allen & Overy, luxury brand LVMH, Facebook, Hilton, GSK, Novartis Pharmaceuticals, Oracle, and many more.
By listening to this episode, you will learn more about GRIT, including:
What is grit, why is it important, and how do you know if you have enough?
The link between grit and purpose
Why grit is correlated with career success
The importance of a growth mindset.
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About our guest, James Brook
James Brook, CEO & Founder of TalentPredix and Plexus Leadership, examines the components of grit, why it is so important, and how to develop it. He has over 25 years of experience working with leaders, teams, and organizations to optimize their talents, strengths, performance, and potential. He is an experienced Leadership and Talent Consultant, Coach and Advisor, and Business Psychologist. He is a regular writer and speaker on talent assessment and development, leadership, and the future of work. James has a Master's in Organizational Psychology, an MBA, and an Advanced Diploma in Executive Coaching. Click here to go to James Brook's LinkedIn profile.
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About the Host
Hello, I’m Renata Bernarde, the Host of The Job Hunting Podcast. I’m also an executive coach, job hunting expert, and career strategist. I teach professionals (corporate, non-profit, and public) the steps and frameworks to help them find great jobs, change, and advance their careers with confidence and less stress.
If you are an ambitious professional who is keen to develop a robust career plan, if you are looking to find your next job or promotion, or if you want to keep a finger on the pulse of the job market so that when you are ready, and an opportunity arises, you can hit the ground running, then this podcast is for you.
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