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If you’ve ever felt lost and trapped in your career, frustrated with the life you’re living, stuck in a state of struggle and maybe even–like me–haunted by the fear of unfulfilled potential, then you’re definitely in the right place. Been there, done that, bought the T-shirt and then burned it - a few times over.
Hi! I'm Alana. I'm a certified Career & Success Coach and Graphic Designer in Canada.
I can’t wait to share stories from my deep dive into personal development work, careers, coaching, energy healing, waking up to toxic societal programming (yes, I’m going there) and the path back to my intuition, the place I desperately needed to be but, of course, resisted.
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In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:Betting on yourselfJob promotions - getting them and NOT getting them Pivotal career moments that punch you in the gut and how to navigate themWhen to leave and job and HOW to plan your exit with graceSetting internal boundaries and when to burn bridges 🔥Her new amazing book Courage, Clarity and Confidence!Links and references ⚡️🌐 Gala Jackson’s website🎥 How to Quit Your Job TED talk📕 Buy Gala’s book💫 Bold Career Collective📣 Download you...
In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:Making the (hard) decision to let things goChoosing to not renew my RGD graphic design membership, even though I love the organizationMy current obsession with quitting thingsDoing hard things to build confidenceThe collective energy of groups and organizations and checking in to see if that energy is a good fit - truthfullyLetting go of the "shoulds" in our livesLinks and references ⚡️ 🌐 The Association of Graphic Designers🎥 Clip f...
In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:A personal update! After uploading my EP21 I realized we almost signed on with a SCAM tiny house builder! How I became obsessed with tiny houses in 2022Visiting a tiny house builder in Mississauga and getting excited about a new home!How to do proper due diligence (beyond a gut check!) when shopping for a house builderWhy we ultimately not decided NOT to buy a tiny houseA FRAUD ALERT STORY!!Links and references ⚡️😲 Little Creek Homes (sc...
In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:How I became obsessed with tiny houses in 2022House shopping up north and finding an adorable “hobbit house” 🏡Why I thought decluttering and downsizing would cure all of my problemsMarie Kondo and how she steered me so wrong 🤣How we need to tap back into our core values in order to make good decisionsBeing honest about what I really wanted in lifeLetting go of what you think you want and finding inner peaceLinks and references ⚡️🎥 Minamalism ...
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In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:My interview with Sue Rue, a Registered Massage Therapist of 16 years specializing in Myofascial Release Therapy, as well as a Podcast host and editor.Sue is my podcast editor and producer, FYI! 🎙️How Sue went being a math student (!) to a massage therapy studentThat time Sue got into a car accident on the way to tell her family about her new (secret!) career plansA random job interview from KijijiHow and why your body holds onto emotions and...
In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:Why Other People’s Goals (OPGs) can have a dramatic impact on our careersHow a 30-min coaching session with a Data Analyst was transformationalDiscerning between OPGs and YOUR goalsHow OPGs send us out of alignment lightning fast ⚡️Why we convince ourselves that we want things we actually don’t wantWhat you want now is likely totally different than what you used to want-or what your friends/family want for you 😬New priorities=new goalsLinks a...
In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:My experience as a Toastmasters club member (and serving as a VP of PR)Behind the scenes of the Toastmasters public speaking circuitMy top 6 tips for making Toastmasters a positive experienceHow Toastmasters is NOT just about speaking and speaking–it is so much moreWhat I learned from “putting myself out there” on the regHow I began to find my voice–and use itLinks and references ⚡️🌐 Toastmasters International📍Find a Toastmasters Club near yo...
In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:My physical/mental health crisis in 2019 that let to me ditching coffeeWhy you don't have to give up coffee, but questioning our habits can be life-changing ☕Getting triggered having to take the same medication as my dadBreaking free from family health patternsDoing the 'work' and the healing process including energy healing, emotional trauma release and homeopathyHow I weened myself off coffee slowly over 3 weeksLinks and references ⚡️✨ Heal...
In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:Why I decided to give up freelancing (temporarily) as a graphic designer in 2016The stressful and disheartening process of looking for a job 😬Going through the interview process for 3 jobs in one monthGetting ghosted by one company AFTER an official written offerChoosing to be openminded about new job opportunitiesWhy a government job was the best place for me - and how it was NOT about the workLinks and references ⚡️🖋️ My blog post on freela...
In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:How we can be addicted to struggle, even if we hate itWhy we hang on to struggle and refuse to let it goHow my migraines helped me opt out of life2 super powerful phrases to notice that will help you shift out of struggleHow being in struggle mode keeps us in victim mode-and we often like that! How it's scary to show up and put yourself out there because it means becoming a different personLinks and references ⚡️🖋️ My Positively Positive...
In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:4 types of toxic bosses: Bullies, Micromanagers, the Incompetent and People PleasersHow my job as a Creative Manager in the cosmetics industry (big pink brand!) went from tolerable to toxic overnightWhat “Work hard, play hard” actually meansSetting boundaries at work and being labelled “difficult”The trauma of having a toxic job and how it affects the mind and bodyChoosing to no longer participate in a job that brings out your worst self🖋️ My...
In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:My (stressful!) 2022 job interview for a US digital marketing agencyJuicy details from the (almost) 4-part interview process ☕LOL-worthy Glassdoor reviewsThe insecurities that bubble up during any interview processRed flags 🚩, Type As, silly corporate acronyms and salary transparencyBeing in alignment with a potential new jobWhy saying “Yes” until it's a “No” can be an effective career strategyLinks and references⚡️🖋️ My blog post on alignmen...
In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:5 ways to build confidence - my fave tips!How people have always assumed I am naturally confident - NOT the caseMaking the life-changing decision to cultivate confidenceStepping outside of your comfort zone - especially when you don’t feel like itHow testing your inner strength inevitably cultivates confidenceWhat all confident people have in commonHow other people are affecting your confidenceHow the path to confidence is lined with discomfo...
In this (short!) episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:How personal development often focuses on our "Why"And why you may want to actually ditch your "Why"A simple question asked by coach Kate Northrup that had a profound effect on me–and my careerHow questioning our value can take a toll on our mental stateThe importance of “saying more”Following desire and moving into a state of “doing”Links and references ⚡️🌐 Kate Northrup’s website📕 Kate Northrup’s book “Money, A Love Story”🖋️ My bl...
In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:Recent Wayfair layoffs, toxic leaders and the work 24/7 corporate cultureMy own personal triggers when it comes to working insane hoursThe idea that if you are not "winning" you are "losing" (and a loser)Questioning work culture and toxic societal programmingThe pressure to work 80-hr work weeksPushing back against unreasonable (and toxic) work expecatationsLinks and references ⚡️ 🖋️ My blog post on staying a a job you hate📣 Downlo...
In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:My deeply uncomfortable job interview for freelance work at a hot packaging design firmAsking for the money you want (and deserve)What happens when your value is openly questionedLosing self-esteem, confidence and faith in my abilities as a designerThe importance of taking risks and ‘big swings’Why I am grateful for this interview even though it derailed me for a long timeLinks and references ⚡️ 🖋️ My blog post on this story 🖋️&nbs...
In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:All of the details of my 12-wk Career Transformation coaching programHow career coaching can help you discover what to do next–even when you feel totally lostThe "golden thread" that is in everyone's life/careerHow it ties your unique abilities and talents togetherWhen to seek a coach or outside help with your careerMy unique talents and abilities as a coach–every coach is different and that is something to celebrateLinks and references ⚡️&nb...
In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:How the theme of “not being interesting” came up in multiple group coaching sessions in 2023The shame, discomfort and unworthiness surrounding this fearHow you don’t have to live a glamorous, high-profile life to be “interesting”Ways to objectively recognize your unique talents and abilitiesPowerful questions you can yourself in order to move through this fearWhen to push out of your comfort zone and create more interesting life experiencesLi...
In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:When it’s time to set a boundaryFeeling drained and resentful from lack of boundariesHow getting a full-time job in 2016 created a necessary boundary in my lifeManaging your bandwidth and your energyBeing uncomforable saying "No"- ooof!My favourite tiny boundary that has led to big winsLinks and references ⚡️🖋️ My blog post on the challenges I experienced in 2016🖋️ My blog post on boundaries✨Learn more about Mala Ramharose who I quoted ...
In this episode of Ditch the Struggle we dive into:Reflecting on your previous year and taking time out to thinkA simple exercise you can do to learn what is working in your life–and what isn’tWhy we forget to celebrate our “wins”How we focus on adding to our plate rather than offloading from our plateThe joy of quitting!Permission to let go of people/thing/jobs/experiences GRANTEDLinks and references ⚡️💙 Francesca Amber (Law of Attraction expert)📕 5 Good Minutes📕 QUIT by Annie Duke📕 The Auda...
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