The CEO Mindset—How to brand yourself and create a career that ROCKS!
In this episode of the Empowered Presence™ podcast, host Melanie and guest Nickquolette Barrett explore the theme of career ownership and personal branding. Nickquolette, a career strategist and executive coach, shares insights on transitioning from employee to CEO of one's career, advocating for oneself, and the importance of self-awareness and strategic planning.
They discuss the challenges faced by women of color in the workplace and the need for authentic self-representation. Nickquolette also talks about her role in leading the Society of Elite Resume Writers and Coaches and her upcoming career branding program. The episode also highlights the Empowered Presence™ program, designed to help executive women of color build visibility and authority without compromising authenticity.
GUEST BIO:
Nickquolette is a.k.a. The "Get Hired" Strategist is the founder and CEO of iRock Development Solutions, LLC dba iRock Résumés and President of the Society of Elite Résumé Writers and Coaches.
She is a 4x Certified Executive Coach, Executive Résumé Writer, article contributor and member of the Newsweek Expert Forum, and a dynamic speaker and trainer. She specializes in résumé and LinkedIn profile writing, interview prep, and career development & strategy.
She won two career industry awards from Career Directors International and authored two books,`”You're Hired!” – Volume 1 & 2.
Nickquolette's mission is to take career professionals from job applicant to job candidate. She works to change your mindset from employee to CEO of your career. Her motto is “Land the Job of Your Dreams and Create a Career That Rocks!”.
Nickquolette works with clients at various stages of their career with most being in senior leadership roles. Testimonials from happy clients keep her referral pipeline full. She stands ready to help you land the job of your dreams and create a career that rocks!
LINKS:
- Follow Nickquolette on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickquolettebarrett/
- Subscribe to Nickquolette's newsletter: https://irockresumes.com/blog/
- Learn more about Empowered Presence: www.myempoweredpresence.com
- Book a call with Melanie: www.resume-evolution.com/letschat
Timestamps:
Nickquolette Barrett's Career Journey (00:01:33)
Nickquolette's Career Transformation (00:02:47)
Recognizing Career Manipulation (00:03:53)
Taking Control of Career (00:07:36)
Understanding Value and Worth (00:09:27)
Strategic Career Planning (00:16:56)
Transcending Job Titles (00:19:42)
Understanding Personal Branding (00:20:54)
Transitioning from Employee to Entrepreneur (00:21:55)
Identifying Career Goals (00:22:50)
Financial Preparedness for Entrepreneurship (00:25:04)
Learning from Current Organization (00:27:03)
CEO Mindset for Career Development (00:29:50)
Investing in Personal Development (00:30:59)
Changing the Workplace Narrative (00:35:32)
Recognizing and Advocating for Strengths (00:38:08)
The importance of authenticity (00:40:49)
Taking control of your narrative (00:41:47)
Leadership and gratitude (00:42:45)
Revamping career branding (00:43:42)
Transition in leadership (00:45:38)
Empowered Presence program (00:47:27)
Discovering personal voice (00:48:57)
Empowerment through personal branding (00:51:00)