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Hello hello! I’m Janine Esbrand – lawyer turned Career Strategist, Executive Coach, and Keynote Speaker.
Over 10 years ago, I walked away from my dream career as a corporate lawyer because it wasn’t my dream anymore. Since then, I’ve navigated multiple career transitions within the law, built a successful coaching and consulting business on the side, and stepped fully into entrepreneurship.
Through these experiences, I’ve learned what it truly takes to step off the default career treadmill and lead your career with intention.
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The Career Change Maker Podcast I Career Change, Career Advancement & Leadership Development
# 228: Overcoming Workplace Trauma with Zenica Chatman
In this episode I welcome the amazing Zenica Chatman, an executive coach, speaker and trainer, to discuss toxic work environments and how to acknowledge and heal from them.
Driven by her own experience of workplace bullying and the emotional and professional impact, Zenica helps others reclaim their power and move to more positive experiences.
Sadly, I know that workplace trauma is common, especially for women of colour, so I am really thrilled to have Zenica on to discuss her steps for rebuilding confidence, forming an exit plan, and transitioning away from an unhealthy work environment.
We discuss letting go of guilt and responsibility, and the importance of taking time to heal and acknowledge the effects that the mistreatment has had. Zenica also shares advice on identifying and addressing workplace bullying, and the steps one can take to transition away from it.
What you will learn:
- Healing from workplace trauma - It is crucial to heal from a toxic work environments before pursuing a new job.
- How to acknowledge what happened - Divorcing oneself from feelings of guilt or responsibility is vital - mistreatment is a result of others' prejudice or issues, not personal shortcomings.
- Support available - There are tools available, like Strengths Finder, to identify and build your strengths in order to cope. Creating boundaries and "never again" statements regarding acceptable treatment in the workplace will help going forward. You can seek support and guidance from peers or a coach when developing an exit plan.
LINKS:
For more information on Zenica’s work, visit https://www.zenicachatman.com/about
Other episodes you may enjoy:
Episode 197: Moving Past Negative Work Experiences
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