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Stop Working Against Yourself

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Stop Working Against Yourself
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Stop Working Against Yourself

Have you ever felt like your career and the life you want are running on two different tracks? It’s more common than you might think, and the truth is, realignment isn’t just possible — it’s essential for long-term success and happiness.

Whether you’re a professional climbing the corporate ladder, or a mid-career employee looking for that next big step, bold decisions often must be made. But where do you even start?

Step One: Understand Your Lifestyle Needs

Before diving into any career change, let’s pause for a moment — what does your ideal lifestyle look like?

Do you crave flexibility, or are you energized by structure?

Do you want more time for hobbies, family, or just to breathe?

Are boundaries in place, or are you burning the candle at both ends?

It’s not just about what job you’re doing, but how it aligns with the life you envision. Knowing what works best for you is the foundation for any career decision.

Step Two: Set Healthy Boundaries

We talk about boundaries a lot, but why? Because they protect your time, energy, and emotional well-being. If your current role or business is pushing those boundaries, it might be time to ask yourself:

Do I feel drained because I’m over-committing?

Am I consistently working late hours when I don’t want to?

Is my current career or business aligned with my core values?

Clear boundaries allow you to say yes to the right opportunities and no to the things that no longer serve you.

Step Three: Define Your Perfect Job Fit

Once you’ve dialed in your lifestyle needs and boundaries, it’s time to determine what your ideal job fit looks like. Consider:

What industries or roles interest you the most?

Does the company culture align with your values?

Is this role flexible or structured enough for your lifestyle?

The right job or business should feel like an extension of your personality and aspirations, not just a paycheck.

Need Guidance? Let’s Talk!

Career changes don’t have to be overwhelming, but they do require clarity, confidence, and sometimes a fresh perspective. If you’re ready to dive deeper into aligning your career with the life you want, I’m here to help.

Tina Asher is a coach and founder of Build U Up Consulting.

Have you ever felt like your career and the life you want are running on two different tracks? It’s more common than you might think, and the truth is, realignment isn’t just possible — it’s essential for long-term success and happiness.

Whether you’re a professional climbing the corporate ladder, or a mid-career employee looking for that next big step, bold decisions often must be made. But where do you even start?

Step One: Understand Your Lifestyle Needs

Before diving into any career change, let’s pause for a moment — what does your ideal lifestyle look like?

Do you crave flexibility, or are you energized by structure?

Do you want more time for hobbies, family, or just to breathe?

Are boundaries in place, or are you burning the candle at both ends?

It’s not just about what job you’re doing, but how it aligns with the life you envision. Knowing what works best for you is the foundation for any career decision.

Step Two: Set Healthy Boundaries

We talk about boundaries a lot, but why? Because they protect your time, energy, and emotional well-being. If your current role or business is pushing those boundaries, it might be time to ask yourself:

Do I feel drained because I’m over-committing?

Am I consistently working late hours when I don’t want to?

Is my current career or business aligned with my core values?

Clear boundaries allow you to say yes to the right opportunities and no to the things that no longer serve you.

Step Three: Define Your Perfect Job Fit

Once you’ve dialed in your lifestyle needs and boundaries, it’s time to determine what your ideal job fit looks like. Consider:

What industries or roles interest you the most?

Does the company culture align with your values?

Is this role flexible or structured enough for your lifestyle?

The right job or business should feel like an extension of your personality and aspirations, not just a paycheck.

Need Guidance? Let’s Talk!

Career changes don’t have to be overwhelming, but they do require clarity, confidence, and sometimes a fresh perspective. If you’re ready to dive deeper into aligning your career with the life you want, I’m here to help.

Tina Asher is a coach and founder of Build U Up Consulting.

Sign up or sign in to access this content.

Join the Mortgager Women Leadership Council to gain full access to everything we have to offer.

Have you ever felt like your career and the life you want are running on two different tracks? It’s more common than you might think, and the truth is, realignment isn’t just possible — it’s essential for long-term success and happiness.

Whether you’re a professional climbing the corporate ladder, or a mid-career employee looking for that next big step, bold decisions often must be made. But where do you even start?

Step One: Understand Your Lifestyle Needs

Before diving into any career change, let’s pause for a moment — what does your ideal lifestyle look like?

Do you crave flexibility, or are you energized by structure?

Do you want more time for hobbies, family, or just to breathe?

Are boundaries in place, or are you burning the candle at both ends?

It’s not just about what job you’re doing, but how it aligns with the life you envision. Knowing what works best for you is the foundation for any career decision.

Step Two: Set Healthy Boundaries

We talk about boundaries a lot, but why? Because they protect your time, energy, and emotional well-being. If your current role or business is pushing those boundaries, it might be time to ask yourself:

Do I feel drained because I’m over-committing?

Am I consistently working late hours when I don’t want to?

Is my current career or business aligned with my core values?

Clear boundaries allow you to say yes to the right opportunities and no to the things that no longer serve you.

Step Three: Define Your Perfect Job Fit

Once you’ve dialed in your lifestyle needs and boundaries, it’s time to determine what your ideal job fit looks like. Consider:

What industries or roles interest you the most?

Does the company culture align with your values?

Is this role flexible or structured enough for your lifestyle?

The right job or business should feel like an extension of your personality and aspirations, not just a paycheck.

Need Guidance? Let’s Talk!

Career changes don’t have to be overwhelming, but they do require clarity, confidence, and sometimes a fresh perspective. If you’re ready to dive deeper into aligning your career with the life you want, I’m here to help.

Tina Asher is a coach and founder of Build U Up Consulting.

Have you ever felt like your career and the life you want are running on two different tracks? It’s more common than you might think, and the truth is, realignment isn’t just possible — it’s essential for long-term success and happiness.

Whether you’re a professional climbing the corporate ladder, or a mid-career employee looking for that next big step, bold decisions often must be made. But where do you even start?

Step One: Understand Your Lifestyle Needs

Before diving into any career change, let’s pause for a moment — what does your ideal lifestyle look like?

Do you crave flexibility, or are you energized by structure?

Do you want more time for hobbies, family, or just to breathe?

Are boundaries in place, or are you burning the candle at both ends?

It’s not just about what job you’re doing, but how it aligns with the life you envision. Knowing what works best for you is the foundation for any career decision.

Step Two: Set Healthy Boundaries

We talk about boundaries a lot, but why? Because they protect your time, energy, and emotional well-being. If your current role or business is pushing those boundaries, it might be time to ask yourself:

Do I feel drained because I’m over-committing?

Am I consistently working late hours when I don’t want to?

Is my current career or business aligned with my core values?

Clear boundaries allow you to say yes to the right opportunities and no to the things that no longer serve you.

Step Three: Define Your Perfect Job Fit

Once you’ve dialed in your lifestyle needs and boundaries, it’s time to determine what your ideal job fit looks like. Consider:

What industries or roles interest you the most?

Does the company culture align with your values?

Is this role flexible or structured enough for your lifestyle?

The right job or business should feel like an extension of your personality and aspirations, not just a paycheck.

Need Guidance? Let’s Talk!

Career changes don’t have to be overwhelming, but they do require clarity, confidence, and sometimes a fresh perspective. If you’re ready to dive deeper into aligning your career with the life you want, I’m here to help.

Tina Asher is a coach and founder of Build U Up Consulting.

This article published in the 
May
 
2025
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