Welcome to this week's episode of The Power of Owning Your Career Podcast! I'm your host, Simone E. Morris, and today's episode is a heartfelt celebration of gratitude and growth as we reflect on seven incredible years of the show. With over 200 episodes under our belt, we take you behind the scenes—from the origins of the podcast, born out of the book "The Power of Owning Your Career," to the powerful stories of leaders, personal milestones, and the lessons learned along the way.

In this episode, Simone E. Morris looks back on her journey, shares the pivotal experiences that sparked her passion for career ownership, and reveals her eight essential steps for taking charge of your professional path. You'll also hear about the launch of an exciting new resource—the "Owning Your Career" course—designed to empower you further, wherever you are in your career.

Whether you're a longtime listener or just joining us, this episode is filled with actionable tips, inspiration, and, above all, gratitude for everyone in the Power of Owning Your Career community. Let's dive in and discover how you can move from simply surviving to truly thriving in your career—starting now!

Episode TimeStamp:

00:00 "Owning Your Career Reflection"

05:08 "Owning Your Career Journey"

08:50 "Claim, Audit, Plan, Perform"

09:56 "Career Success Through Planning"

14:07 "Owning Your Career Tips"

17:16 "Healing and Care After Change"

21:35 "Support & Career Growth Resources"

23:23 "Podcast Access and Gratitude"

Resources:

The Power of Owning Your Career Book 52 Tips for Owning Your Career Book Own Your Career Course