In this episode, Sarah walks you through a simple but transformative process: a 15-minute quarterly career review. If you’ve been feeling stuck, off track, or overwhelmed by your career goals, this episode is a must-listen. With practical prompts and mindset-boosting tips, you’ll learn how to reflect, refocus, and re-energise your career journey—all in under a quarter of an hour.

Show Notes:

00:00 – Welcome & Introduction

Sarah introduces the podcast, its mission, and why it’s vital for women in leadership to take time for career reflection.

01:30 – Why You Need a Career Review

How a 15-minute check-in can stop your career from drifting and help you stay intentional.

02:50 – The Struggle is Real

Acknowledging how busy jobs and lives make it hard to prioritise career development—and why it’s still crucial.

03:40 – The Benefits of Quarterly Reviews

Clarity, confidence, goal-setting, and recognising what’s working (and what’s not).

04:50 – Step 1: Create Space

Ideas for when and where to do your review—whether it’s at your desk, in a café, or on your commute.

06:00 – Step 2: Reconnect to Your Goal

Whether you set a goal in January or not, now’s the time to reflect on what you want this year.

06:45 – Step 3: Ask Yourself Key Questions

What went well?

What could have gone better?

What have I learned?

Who did I enjoy working with and why?

What still needs to happen?

08:45 – Step 4: Refocus Your Energy

Use the review to shift your energy and attention toward what matters most in the next quarter.

09:15 – Step 5: Boost Your Motivation

Tips for creating a compelling “towards” goal vs. a reactive “away from” goal.

10:30 – Use Visual Anchors to Stay Focused

Examples of using images, words, or symbols to stay connected to your goal.

11:30 – Celebrate Wins to Build Confidence

Why celebrating your progress helps balance your mindset and boost your belief.

12:30 – Check Your Mindset

Noticing negative self-talk, managing blocks, and staying positive.

13:00 – Stay Accountable

How regular check-ins or support (like a coach or accountability buddy) help you stay on track.

14:00 – Recap & Final Encouragement

A summary of the process and encouragement to book your 15-minute review today

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