Episode Summary:
Welcome to another episode of The Career Clinic Podcast! Today, I’m bringing you a timely reminder: Your job is a situationship—and that’s okay. This topic is near and dear to my heart because the way we view and engage with work has a profound impact on how we navigate our lives.

As we enter a year full of cultural shifts, economic changes, and organizational pivots, it’s more important than ever to step back, take a breath, and get clear about the nature of our work relationships. Companies invite us into their missions—not to build around ours. And while they may care about their people, their ultimate focus is their bottom line and impact. This reality doesn’t make them “bad,” but it does call for us to remain clear-headed and intentional about how we engage.

In this episode, I break down why jobs are situational partnerships, how to balance your goals with the needs of your employer, and what it looks like to show up as the CEO of “You Inc.” This isn’t about demonizing work or companies—it’s about reminding you to protect your agency, set boundaries, and align your work with the life you want to live.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why your job is a partnership, not your identity.
• How companies invite you into their mission but rarely ask about your goals—and what that means for your career strategy.
• The importance of reading the seasons and rhythms of organizations to make empowered career decisions.
• Why it’s critical to start every role with clarity about where your interests overlap and where they don’t.

Key Takeaways:

1. Your job is one chapter in your life’s book—not the whole story.
2. Companies have their own goals and intentions. Your challenge is to align with them while staying true to your own mission.
3. Be intentional about what you give and take from any work relationship—and always know when it’s time to pivot.

Key Quote:
"Every role and every job is a partnership—a situationship. Be intentional about the value you bring and the value you extract. And don’t lose sight of the bigger picture: your life, your goals, and your agency."

Links and Resources:

• Follow me on Instagram for more insights:
  @ronniedickersonstewart or @ohheycoach
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• Connect with our team to bring impactful coaching and development to your organization: info@ohheycoach.com

Let’s Stay Connected:
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After nearly a year-long hiatus, The Career Clinic Podcast is back! In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on 2024—a year of recalibration, realignment, and growth. We’re diving into the real stories behind the metrics, sharing lessons from a year of leadership, legacy-building, and intentional choices.

Whether you’re navigating your own career pivot, reflecting on personal and professional wins, or thinking ahead to what’s next, this episode is packed with insights to inspire your journey.

• Why pausing the podcast was a strategic decision to listen, recalibrate, and align with purpose.
• Leadership lessons from balancing parenting, partnership, and entrepreneurship.
• How intentionality led to surpassing long-term business goals ahead of schedule.
• The power of stepping back to step forward—personally and professionally.
• A sneak peek into what’s coming in 2025, including my first book project and a fresh mix of podcast episodes blending solo teaching and conversations with inspiring leaders.

• The importance of intentional pauses in leadership and career development.
• How to balance personal legacy goals with professional milestones.
• Why aligned choices—whether in partnerships, parenting, or work—are the key to sustainable growth.

This episode marks the start of an exciting new chapter for The Career Clinic Podcast! By the end of 2025, you’ll have access to a curated library of coaching resources, leadership insights, and tools designed to help you thrive in your career and beyond.

Stay connected for more leadership and career insights:

• Join the OhHeyMonday Newsletter Community: www.ohheyjoin.com
• Work with OhHeyCoach: www.ohheycoach.com
• Follow on Instagram:
  • @ohheycoach
  • @ronniedickersonstewart
• Connect on LinkedIn:
  • Ronnie Dickerson Stewart
  • OhHeyCoach
• Email: info@ohheycoach.com

In this episode of The Career Clinic Podcast, host Ronnie Dickerson Stewart invites you to explore the concept of divestment as a tool for more intentionally designing how you spend your time.

As we navigate the intricacies of work and life, Ronnie introduces divesting as a provocative approach to achieving clarity and purpose:

In this episode:

• Redefine Success: You will learn to identify what in your life and career merits your time and energy. It's a compelling call to embrace the things that matter most and to release the rest.

• Strategic Simplification: Ronnie shares her personal divestment journey, offering an intimate glimpse into the powerful outcomes of letting go. Her narrative will empower you to consider similar bold moves in your life.

• Impactful Choices: You will be challenged to think critically about your current commitments. Ronnie provides actionable steps to ensure that your professional and personal life align with your deepest values.

Mentioned in the episode:

• OhHeyCoach Insiders Newsletter: Join the OhHeyCoach Insiders community and gain exclusive insights and resources by subscribing at www.ohheyjoin.com.

• Partnership Opportunities: If your organization is seeking partnership for impactful learning, coaching, or consulting, contact us at info@ohheycoach.com.

• Social Connection: Follow the journey and stay updated with Ronnie & OhHeyCoach on Instagram at @ohheycoach and @ronniedickersonstewart.

You won't want to miss this episode if you're ready to clear the way for what's truly important. It's time to divest from the noise and invest in your journey to fulfillment. Tune in, reflect, and take the bold steps towards the life you deserve