EP102: Navigating Workplace Mistakes & Finding Your Career Path

In this live coaching session, I sit down with Abriana Walton, a media professional from Detroit who's navigating the challenges of her first full-time job. We dive deep into overcoming perfectionism, building genuine confidence, and mapping out a fulfilling career path that aligns with your purpose. Learn how to handle workplace mistakes with grace and use them as growth opportunities Discover strategies for tracking your wins to boost confidence when facing challenges Understand why high achievers often struggle to accept praise for their exceptional work Explore the balance between career planning and leaving room for unexpected opportunities Gain insights on prioritizing multiple passions without burning out Whether you're starting your career or seeking your next professional challenge, this episode offers practical guidance for embracing imperfection while still pursuing excellence in your work and life. Timeline 00:24 - Meet Abriana: Career Background & Coaching Goals 01:50 - Struggles with Confidence & Workplace Mistakes 04:28 - The Reality of Making Mistakes at Work 07:50 - Learning Through Trial & Error in a Dual Role 10:08 - The Importance of Tracking Wins & Building Confidence 12:54 - The High Achiever’s Perspective on Praise 16:28 - Career Mapping: Setting Long-Term Goals 21:40 - The Power of Goal-Setting & Strategic Planning 26:28 - Passion vs. Profession: Managing Multiple Interests 30:28 - Visualizing Your Ideal Career & Life 35:14 - Final Advice & Next Steps 37:22 - Closing Thoughts & Invitation for Future Coaching Sessions Next Steps: Ask me a question that I’ll answer on the podcast: Share your question in a 90 second voice message and I may answer your question on a future episode of the podcast. Submit your voice message here: https://www.speakpipe.com/YourNextMove  Submit to join me on the show for a 1:1 coaching session: You’ll be able to participate in a 20-30 minute live coaching session that may be aired on a future episode of the podcast. Apply here: https://bit.ly/YNMCoaching  Let’s connect on social media: Follow Your Next Move Podcast on Instagram/TikTok: @YourNextMovePodcast Follow me on Instagram/TikTok: @KimberlyBOnline Learn more about Brown Leadership: https://brownleadership.com Thank you for tuning in! If you enjoyed this episode, share it with a friend, leave a review, and be sure to subscribe. Let's make your next move your best move.  

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Welcome to Your Next Move Podcast with Kimberly Brown—the show where careers are transformed into legacies and ambitions into reality. Kimberly is a trusted career and leadership expert, sought-after speaker, bestselling author, and the Founder of Brown Leadership, an international learning and development firm committed to supporting the next generation of leaders. With her guidance, you’ll learn to navigate your career with clarity, purpose, and confidence. This isn’t about grinding harder or waiting for your turn—it’s about equipping yourself with the strategies to lead, the tools to advance, and the confidence to create opportunities that align with your vision of success. Each episode is packed with actionable advice, thought-provoking conversations, and empowering insights to help you make bold moves in your career. Whether you’re striving for your next promotion, tackling workplace challenges, or redefining what leadership means to you, this is the space to level up and thrive. Your next move is within reach—let’s make it happen.