writer of the new Netflix Originals hit series – OA – lead an interesting career journey. After graduating from Georgetown University, Brit Marling carved a path to become an investment banker at Goldman Sachs. She quickly realized, though, that she was setting herself up for a career she didn't want. Keep Reading Lead actress and screen She decided to pivot her career and move into the acting arena. Frustrated by the lack of roles for actresses wanting to play complex, 3-dimensional characters, she decided to learn to become a screenwriter. That's when her career became hugely successful! Her success is packed with valuable lessons for every woman in business that is looking for a way to redefine their success and power. In today's episode, I'm going to break down a few of the lessons we can take away from Brit's successful career pivot. You are the CEO of your own career. It goes down the way you say." Today on the Fierce Feminine Leadership Podcast: Why you should stop waiting for other people or opportunities to come to you. How investing in your own learning and development can significantly impact your success. If you have grit and are able to be strategic, there are always ways to make your dream opportunity come true. Why leveraging the connections in your network is critical. A sense of urgency is important, but results require patience. Top 5 Leadership Lessons from Actress Brit Marling: Create your own opportunities. Learn to sell your ideas. Don't be afraid to pivot. Don't forget about your older networks. Great work and success takes My Challenge to You: Stop waiting for opportunities to come to you. Find your grit, reconnect with your network, and start creating your own opportunities. But, be patient. Join Us for a FREE Live Webinar Training! Do you want to rise in your organization and make a meaningful contribution? Are you frustrated with the politics and struggling to make your voice heard? Perhaps you suspect that the biggest obstacle to your success right now – is you – but you're unsure of how to get out of your own way. We can help! Register for our special, live training: Get Out of your Own Way in 2017: 5 Career Shaping Lessons to Unleash Your Inner Powerhouse in 2017! This free, live training is a 90-minute webinar packed with information, resources, and ways to help you get out of your own way and step into your power as a Fierce Feminine Leader! Click here to register – but you better hurry! The webinar takes place on January 14! Stay tuned to the end of the training for your chance to win a $3,000 VIP Career Makeover Session with yours truly! Dial Up Your Impact, Influence, and Income in 2017        Are you ready to take your leadership and influence to the next level in 2017? Join Impact & Influence Leadership Lab for Women with Eleanor Beaton – the world's premier leadership training and implementation program designed specifically for female leaders! This is a 6-week mentoring program for professional, ambitious women in business who are ready to take their leadership skills to the next level and truly step into their power. Visit the Leadership Lab for Women website to see all of the amazing content, tools, and services you will receive by registering today to claim your seat at the table!               Love the show? Let us know!                 Are you a fan of the Fierce Feminine Leadership Podcast? If the tips and interviews we share in each episode have helped you gain the confidence and inspiration to become a better, more powerful leader, head on over to iTunes, subscribe to the show and leave your honest review to let us know!         Each month, one lucky podcast reviewer will be selected to receive a free coaching session with me – Eleanor Beaton!                 What are you waiting for? Head on over to iTunes, subscribe and leave your review to enter your name into this month's drawing!                 And, if you really want to ramp up your fierceness…                 Reach out to us for a free 30-minute Bold Women in Business Makeover Session with me or one of the fabulous coaches on my team!                 Explore your path and discover how you can be the fiercest lady-boss possible.         Visit EleanorBeaton.com/Discover        

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