#10 - A Conversation with LPC and Career Fulfillment Strategist Emily Drake
Career Therapy Podcast e.10 - A Conversation with LPC and Career Fulfillment Strategist Emily Drake
On this week's Career Therapy Podcast (e.10), we welcome CEO of The Collective Academy, Emily Drake. Emily leads a team that delivers aspirational leadership and career fulfillment programs, and she believes that individual transformation leads to organizational transformation. At the core of her mission is the idea that in order to transform, leaders at all levels need space to be honest, open, and able to connect with others.
Our conversation touches on the COVID-19 pandemic, how to thrive when experiencing a sense of disconnect, and what it’s like to be a facilitator, therapist, and coach, all at once.
During this Episode, We Discuss:
0:00 introducing Emily Drake
3:33 loneliness and isolation
8:17 nourishment vs. just surviving
10:18 guilt and the “should be” phrase
26:40 why it’s okay to be ego focused
29:36 how we can help companies
31:12 hiding the self view on Zoom
33:14 ceding responsibility
34:45 how do people find the right help?
37:50 asking for specific advice from coaches and therapists
41:25 tension brings out our core selves
52:03 why you should be kind to yourself
Resources & books mentioned in this episode:
Now Over To You!
If you know anyone who has been hustling, or started a business, during the pandemic, and has an amazing story to share, let us know who they are! Alternately, if you, or someone you know has recently gone through a layoff, or has a layoff, or any other career transition-oriented story to share, reach out. Contact Martin through his personal LinkedIn page to get in touch. We're always on the lookout for amazing guests for the cast.
As always, thanks for listening!
