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Author:   Fiona McDonnell
Publisher:   Double Magpie
Imprint:   Double Magpie
ISBN:  

9781739926304

ISBN 10:   1739926307
Pages:   224
Publication Date:   05 October 2021
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Table of Contents

Introduction: How abstract ideas make powerful learnings. An overview of Two Mirrors and a Cheetah as a concept and how you can use this book. PART 1 BUILDING UNDERSTANDING 1 Know Yourself - Mirror One page 9 Exploring the many dimensions of self-awareness, why it matters and how to improve yours. Identifying the elements of your unique product map: toolkit, motivators, work style and impact. 2 Be Yourself - Mirror Two page 47 Living according to your values and defining your version of success. Seeing failure as a friend, owning your choices and changing your view of confidence. Developing your personal 'volume' switch. 3 Context - The Cheetah page 67 Understanding the role of context in your career and how it affects you. Defining your needs for a fulfilling work context. Learning how to recognise and react to change. 4 Adaptability - The Future-Proof Skill page 81 Exploring options to adapt, seek adaptation or move on. Processing a departure and moving on with new insight about yourself. PART 2 APPLYING THE KNOWLEDGE 5 The Job Hunt page 101 Ten action steps to land your next job. Preparing your mind, materials and story. Creating opportunities, networking, being proactive and selective. Remaining true to yourself and learning throughout the process. 6 The Career Pivot page 133 Considering alternatives to the full-time employment approach. 7 The Internal Move page 139 Ten tips for building an internal career path. Learning the process, identifying growth opportunities and maintaining choice. Getting involved in the organisation and bringing your supporters on board. 8 The Promotion page 155 Transitioning successfully to the role of manager. Being a first-time manager or manager of peers. 9 The 'Bad' Manager page 159 Strategies for surviving an incompatible manager. Not blaming yourself, understanding the challenge, having open conversations, seeking neutral perspectives and moving on constructively. 10 The Coach - Helping Others page 171 Leveraging Two Mirrors and a Cheetah for your team. Helping people become more self-aware, building people up, helping people navigate change and building an inclusive environment. 11 Finding Your Rhythm page 187 Adopting the learnings of Two Mirrors and a Cheetah into your routine. Overcoming friction, accepting risks, understanding balance, remembering practice and building momentum for others. Acknowledgements page 197 Note from the Author page 199 Additional Resources page 203 Additional Visualisation Exercises page 205 Endnotes page 209

Reviews

'Dedicated to exploring and understanding yourself, this book is packed with inspiring, insightful and practical advice and exercises to get you to where you want to go. The wisdom in these pages is priceless.' Amanda Mackenzie OBE, Chief Executive, Business In the Community ;'A career's worth of learning and deep insights packaged for easy consumption. A must read for everyone who wants to build a career that brings out and develops the best of themselves.' Jamie Heywood, Regional General Manager UK, Northern & Eastern Europe, Uber ;'A highly engaging and valuable career guide, helpful at any stage in your career. McDonnell's path is a distinguished one, and through her unique lens, that of scientist, seasoned business leader adventurous soul and life-long learner, she provides relatable, practical advice and frameworks that offer the reader a roadmap to growth and career satisfaction, a means to flourish professionally on one's own terms.' Ripa Rashid, Author and Diversity and Inclusion Expert ;'This book holds a career's worth of wisdom from an inspirational leader. Read this if you want a happier and healthier career!' Doug Gurr, Director of the National History Museum and former CEO Amazon UK ;'Engaging, entertaining and thought provoking. For anyone seeking to further their professional career and frankly for anyone seeking to unleash their true self in business or in life, this book is one not to miss!' Leila McKenzie-Delis, Author and Founder and CEO DIAL Global ;'Engaging, authentic and easy-to-read, this book is like having your own personal career coach giving you the confidence and clarity to tackle anything. If your career has plateaued, or you're unhappy in your job but not sure what to do, then this book is essential reading.' Ruwan Kodikara, VP Sony Music ;'Fiona has created a narrative to help us all understand how we can thrive in our careers and how we can help others achieve their rhythm. I highly recommend this book not just for work, but for the universal truths found within it that will help you thrive in life too.' Matthew Phelan, Author and Co-Founder The Happiness Index

Author Information

Fiona McDonnell is a business leader with more than 30 years' experience with global companies like Amazon, Nike, Kellogg's, McCormick and Kraft. A professional mentor and STEM Ambassador, she speaks regularly on the topic of careers and her work has featured in the media. She was voted Diversity Leader of the Year at the 2019 Tech Leaders Awards. https://www.fionamcdonnell.com

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