The Design Is Not the House: Lester’s Story
After completing the Fierce Accelerator, Lester had clarity about what he needed from his working life. But as he discovered, “the design is not the house.” Here are the three lessons he wants to remember as he keeps building work that fits him.
When Life Changes How You Show Up at Work
Divorce, grief, redundancy and other major life changes don’t always stay outside of work. Jonathan Burston shares how difficult experiences changed the way he showed up at work — and how letting go of what we’re carrying can create space to decide what comes next.
You Know How to Do Your Job. But Do You Know Yourself at Work?
You can spend decades getting good at your job without really understanding yourself at work. Bridie’s story shows what can change when you finally recognize how you work best—and use that understanding to make more deliberate choices about what comes next.
What If You Stopped Working Against Yourself?
What changes when you stop expecting yourself to be good at everything? Jay shares how understanding his Superpowers and Kryptonite, experimenting more freely and quieting his inner critic changed the way he approaches work.
When Financial Fear Keeps You Stuck at Work
Financial anxiety can make staying in the wrong job feel safer than making a change. Lucia Knight and Barney Whiter explore how financial fear can keep you stuck — and the three numbers that can help you make career decisions based on information rather than fear.
Can You Afford to Change Careers? Start With Your Financial Runway
A good salary doesn't necessarily give you the freedom to change careers. Understanding your financial runway can reveal how much time and choice you actually have.
Designing Work You Could Do Forever
You don't have to wait until work gets really bad before you change it. Explore the ideas, stories and possibilities behind designing work that fits you better.