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The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben BrearleyAuthor: Ben Brearley
Short, sharp and practical leadership support for thoughtful, reflective, people-focused leaders who want to lead with confidence, without pretending to be someone they're not. Hosted by leadership coach Ben Brearley, each episode helps you build confidence, set boundaries, and stay true to your values in the workplace. No jargon, no hype. Just real strategies for thoughtful leadership. Language: en Genres: Business, Management Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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#323: Struggling with career direction? Try setting some principles.
Episode 323
Sunday, 19 April, 2026
In this episode, Ben talks about career direction and why many leaders struggle to define a clear long‑term vision. Rather than trying to picture a very specific future role, he suggests creating a set of guiding principles that help you evaluate opportunities as they arise. Ben explains that principles can be built around three main factors: the type of work you want to do, the lifestyle you want to live, and the level of seniority or responsibility you want to pursue. These principles act as a framework for decision‑making, helping leaders assess whether new opportunities align with their desired direction. Having these principles can prevent leaders from saying yes to every opportunity and help them avoid drifting through their careers without a sense of direction. Resources mentioned in this episode: Click here to learn about working with Ben 1:1.













