Happy September!
(Missed the last issue? View it here.)
As you soak up the last few bits of Summer, you’re probably also anticipating a new season with excitement, uncertainty, or a little bit of everything in between.
In the August issue, I announced the Finding Certainty in the Uncertain event series to discuss this very human experience. Throughout the month, and as I reflected on the conversations, three throughlines stood out to me:
Discomfort is necessary and a given
It always comes back to you
You can’t do it alone
The series focused on navigating life transitions, the ever-changing workplace, and effectively showing up in the job market. If you missed the events or would like to revisit any content, you can now access the follow-up materials in this issue. Special thanks to Rebecca and Katt for joining me on this ride and making this possible.
What connections are you noticing in the different discussions? What resonated with you in one or more of the events? Reply to this email to be featured in the October newsletter.
See you next month,
Jo
Announcements
Finding Certainty in the Uncertain: Follow-Up Materials
✨ Enjoyed the conversation? Dive deeper with Rebecca’s Book
“Our nervous systems are tapped out… and the more work matters to us–the more we care–the harder it is to manage all the internal and external pressures we put on ourselves. Yet there is another way—the way of the “rooted renegade”—to live and lead sustainably. Rebecca offers readers an inspiring and hands-on guide to holistic success on your own terms.”
✨ Watch Jo’s Presentation with Slides
This workshop-style presentation guides you through self-reflective practices to show up in the job market with confidence and flexibility. If you are looking for a change, pivoting careers, or have been on the job hunt for a while now, this is for you. Follow along with slides that include notes sections, and guiding questions.
✨ Special for J.O. Strategies Subscribers:
Katt created a free workbook to complement the Building Community in Life Transitions conversation!
“This workbook is designed to support the journey of building, nurturing, and nourishing friendships, relationships, and your community, especially during times of transition and life changes. Through guided journaling prompts and affirmations, explore intentions, reflect on transitions, and foster a sense of belonging and support.”
Resources
Keeping it light with this section this month. There are so many gems to check out in the previous section! A couple of things that caught my eye in August:
[ARTICLE] Morning Brew | Employees are disengaged and biding their time until they can quit
[VIDEO] Caged Bird HR | Pivoting with Purpose: Navigating Career Change in the Age of AI
Light at the End of the Tunnel
Every month, I share what I’ve been enjoying and bringing me levity. (I also share yours if you share it with me!)
This month’s pick(s): Wednesday Addams. Ironically, this show has been a fun and heartwarming distraction from a bumpy month. Tim Burton projects always curate the best and most eclectic soundtracks. Enjoy!
What’s keeping you going these days?
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