On this episode of Career Clarity Unlocked, host Theresa White, a career clarity expert and certified career coach, sits down with executive career coach Victoria Michaels to unpack what it really takes to build a career that lights you up and stands the test of time.Victoria’s story is a wild ride, full of twists and turns. She started her first business at just 18, built a successful marketing company, and later sold it in search of something more meaningful after becoming a mother. But the road wasn’t easy—after bouncing through several roles, struggling to find a job that aligned with her values and passions, she finally found her calling in career coaching. Now, she's helping other professionals who feel stuck, teaching them how to land their dream roles, navigate career pivots, and create lasting success.Throughout this episode, Victoria and Theresa get real about how to overcome imposter syndrome, balance work with life’s other demands, and why resilience is the key to long-term career success. They dive into the Sparketype™ Assessment and discuss why finding work that fuels you is the secret to staying energized, even when life throws curveballs.Whether you’re in the thick of a career crisis or just looking for inspiration on how to level up, this episode is for you. Victoria’s journey from young entrepreneur to career coach will leave you feeling empowered, armed with tools to navigate your own career with clarity and confidence.Episode Highlights:(00:00) Kicking things off: Why finding your career "spark" matters(01:23) Victoria’s rollercoaster career journey: From founding a company at 18 to finding her true calling(06:53) Unlocking your potential: How the Sparketype™ Assessment helps you align passion with work(14:33) Finding balance: Navigating work, family, and personal fulfillment(18:45) Resilience: Why bouncing back is the real superpower(24:10) The Anti Sparketype™: How to manage the work that drains you(29:23) Leveraging your unique strengths for career success(33:25) Networking magic: How to build real connections and land dream opportunities(45:20) Tackling imposter syndrome head-on: How to start believing in yourself(55:36) Wrapping it up: What’s your next move toward career clarity?Connect with Theresa White:LinkedIn: @Theresa A. WhiteFacebook: Career Bloom CoachingInstagram: @theresa_careerbloomYouTube: @careerbloomTikTok: @career.bloomWebsite:

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