Quiet Quitting Redefined. Thriving Beyond the Grind

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In this episode, we delve into the concept of being "qualified" in the workplace, examining who gets labeled as such, who doesn't, and the underlying reasons. We explore "competency checking"—the practice of scrutinizing individuals' abilities—and how it disproportionately affects underrepresented groups, often going unnoticed or unchallenged. Our discussion aims to redefine qualifications in a fair, equitable, and actionable manner. Our guest, Shari Dunn , is an accomplished journalist, former attorney, news anchor, CEO, university professor, and sought-after speaker. She has been recognized as Executive of the Year and a Woman of Influence, with her work appearing in Fortune Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, Ad Age, and more. Her new book, Qualified: How Competency Checking and Race Collide at Work , unpacks what it truly means to be deserving and capable—and why systemic barriers, not personal deficits, are often the real problem. Her insights challenge the narratives that hold so many of us back and offer practical solutions for building a more equitable future. Together, we can build workplaces and communities that don’t just reflect the world we live in, but the one we want to create. A world where being qualified is about recognizing the talent and potential that’s been overlooked for far too long. It’s not just about getting a seat at the table—it’s about building an entirely new table, one designed with space for all of us. Connect with Our Guest Shari Dunn Website& Book - Qualified: https://thesharidunn.com LI: https://www.linkedin.com/today/author/sharidunn TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesharidunn Related Podcast Episodes: How To Build Emotionally Mature Leaders with Dr. Christie Smith | 272 Holding It Together: Women As America's Safety Net with Jessica Calarco | 215 How To Defy Expectations with Dr. Sunita Sah | 271 Share the Love: If you found this episode insightful, please share it with a friend, tag us on social media, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! 🔗 Subscribe & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music…

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Quiet Quitting: A Mid-Career Awakening

Welcome to The Mid-Career Makeover Show, where we’re tackling the workplace trend everyone’s buzzing about: quiet quitting. But here’s the twist—we’re flipping the narrative and showing you how it can be a powerful growth opportunity for mid-career professionals instead of a setback.

Feeling drained, stuck, or unfulfilled? Quiet quitting isn’t about giving up—it’s about reclaiming your energy, setting healthy boundaries, and redefining success on your terms. In this episode, we explore why quiet quitting resonates with mid-career professionals, the root causes behind it, and how you can use it as a springboard to thrive, not just survive.

Discover practical steps to align your career with your values, hear inspiring stories of mid-career pivots, and take away actionable insights to begin your own transformation.

💡 This isn’t about quitting—it’s about stepping into your power. Let’s turn quiet quitting into the boldest move of your career.

Visit getabetterjob.work for more career transformation resources, and don’t forget to subscribe for your weekly dose of mid-career inspiration!

📚 Featured Resource: How to Think Like a Leader to Build a Career Brand That Accelerates Your Success—available now on Amazon.

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Quiet Quitting Redefined. Thriving Beyond the Grind

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Quiet Quitting: A Mid-Career Awakening

Discover practical steps to align your career with your values, hear inspiring stories of mid-career pivots, and take away actionable insights to begin your own transformation.

💡 This isn’t about quitting—it’s about stepping into your power. Let’s turn quiet quitting into the boldest move of your career.

Visit getabetterjob.work for more career transformation resources, and don’t forget to subscribe for your weekly dose of mid-career inspiration!

📚 Featured Resource: How to Think Like a Leader to Build a Career Brand That Accelerates Your Success—available now on Amazon.

Your best is yet to come.

Send us a text

Thank you for listening! Connect with me on LinkedIn.

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