Episode 9
Grow in Your Purpose with Dr. Aisha Wright-Burke
In this episode of the podcast, Michelle is joined by Dr. Aisha Wright-Burke. Dr. Wright-Burke is a career coach and she shares her thoughts about Grow in Your Purpose. She begins by discussing the importance of having a clear career purpose. Without a purpose, it can be difficult to find fulfillment in work and to make the most of opportunities. However, she also emphasizes that career purpose is not static; it can grow and change over time as our interests and priorities evolve. Ultimately, the goal is to find a career that aligns with our values and brings us joy. By taking the time to reflect on our career purpose, we can set ourselves up for a lifetime of fulfillment and satisfaction.
Dr. Wright-Burke joined ADP in November 2009. Currently, she leads the thought leadership, strategy and execution of talent planning, succession, and movement globally. Previously, as a valued and esteemed member of the field HR organization, she was instrumental on several HR strategic teams related to the learning trajectory of the global HR organization, deployment of ADP’s strengths-based approach, Career Growth & Development and a host of integrative initiatives to drive and influence engagement, talent movement and acceleration within key businesses. Prior to ADP, Dr. Wright-Burke held multiple roles nationally and internationally with Siemens, Inc., a global engineering, and technology company, where she spearheaded key talent and diversity initiatives. She has over 20 years' experience in field HR, talent acceleration, diversity, early career leadership programs, compensation, and talent acquisition.
Episode Highlight
03:52 - Being able to impact people in a positive manner, whether it`s for a career journey for their own development, helping organizations become learning organizations and learning from each other.
10:37 - Make sure you have a core group of people. It could be peers, it could be people that are further on in their career. The people that you trust, it could be personal friends that you can bounce ideas off and be open, transparent feedback.
17:39 - For me, I would say it`s living a well and healthy lifestyle and also giving to others. Being able to have a story to tell someone and they can benefit from it.
19:22 - There are instances where I should not be polite if I want my voice heard.
24:12 - Building learning organizations and seeing the growth of individuals but also teams and organizations. Leaving it better than when I started the project.
Episode Takeaways
The importance of discovering energy drainers. When discovering your purpose, it’s equally important to discover what you don’t enjoy doing. Create a list of tasks and roles that drained your energy.
The importance of Saying Yes to new opportunities and challenges. How would you impact your career trajectory if you spent less time thinking about taking new assignments vs. just saying YES!
The value of building a Board of Directors who will offer honest, constructive, and critical feedback to help in your career and life. Who is on your Board of Directors?
Networking is a critical component of career development. Find the networking environment that works best for you.
Find the Red Thread in your life. What is your Red Thread?
Delayed but not Denied.
Learn the difference between a Mentor vs. a Sponsor
#teamworkmakesthedreamwork
#theskyisthelimit
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