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- What if you could become your own most effective career coach and unlock the next level of your professional success without waiting for someone else’s permission?
- Have you ever wondered why some people seem to navigate work challenges with effortless confidence while others feel constantly overwhelmed?
- What’s the secret to identifying the hidden career hurdles that are holding you back—and the specific exercises you can use to clear them?
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Key Takeaways from You Coach You
- Discover why the traditional corporate ladder is a thing of the past, and learn to navigate today's dynamic, 'squiggly' career paths using self-coaching strategies.
- Learn how to instantly unlock your limitless potential and shift to a growth mindset by simply adding the word 'yet' to your perceived limitations.
- Understand how to break free from the thinking traps of pessimism by applying the three Rs—recognize, record, and reflect—to turn tiny daily successes into actionable progress.
- Master the 'fly on the wall' technique to emotionally detach from professional setbacks and view your experiences through an objective, constructive lens.
- Find out how to silence your inner critic by offering yourself the same encouragement you would give a best friend, and build your resilience reserves through active rest.
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You Coach You
The Squiggly Career & Mindset+
Resilience & Self-Belief+
Time Management+
Relationships+
Progression & Purpose+
Quiz — Test Your Understanding
Question 1 of 10
How do authors Helen Tupper and Sarah Ellis describe the modern career path compared to the traditional 'corporate ladder'?
Question 2 of 10
According to the book, what simple linguistic trick can help shift a fixed mindset into a growth mindset?
Question 3 of 10
Psychologist Martin Seligman identified the 'three Ps of pessimism' which act as unhelpful thinking traps. What are they?
Question 4 of 10
What is the primary purpose of the 'fly on the wall' technique when dealing with a professional setback?
Question 5 of 10
In the context of time management, what does it mean to 'manage your monkeys'?
Question 6 of 10
What alternative to the traditional 'to-do list' does the book suggest to help manage your time and focus on big ideas?
Question 7 of 10
Applying Dunbar’s Number to work situations, the authors suggest categorizing your inner professional circles into which three groups?
Question 8 of 10
Which of the following is an example of a '5-minute favor' used to maintain professional relationships?
Question 9 of 10
How do the authors recommend viewing your career 'purpose'?
Question 10 of 10
What radical practice do the authors suggest to avoid burnout and ensure a more energized Monday morning?
You Coach You — Full Chapter Overview
- 1Recommendation
- 2Self-coaching helps you gain fulfillment and advance along a truly winding career path.
- 3You already have tools to build strong resilience and self-belief.
- 4Make time your ally and it will richly reward you.
- 5Managing relationships well is essential to self-development.
- 6Knowing your purpose can help steer your progression.
You Coach You Summary & Overview
You Coach You (2022) is a guide to being your own coach for maximum career success and happiness. With practical guides, questions that help you think about who you are at work, and fun exercises, the authors show you how you can be your own best cheerleader and guide.
Who Should Listen to You Coach You?
- Anyone who is looking to improve their happiness at work
- Anyone who is stuck in their career and looking for growth
- Anyone who wants to change gears at work
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