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Feeling stuck in your career, overwhelmed by life’s challenges, or uncertain about your next steps? You’re not alone. Many struggle to align their lives with their values and passions. Rhonda Parker Taylor faced these same struggles. From growing up in a family business to working in academia, she discovered the hard way how life’s twists and turns can pull you away from your purpose and authentic self. In this episode, Rhonda shares how she transitioned from academia to building a business focused on helping individuals and small businesses thrive. Learn how to assess your skills, align with your values, and create a life of balance and intentionality.
Key Takeaways:
• The Power of the Miracle Question: Rhonda’s approach to helping clients envision their ideal lives by asking, “If everything were exactly as you wanted, what would it look like?”
• The Importance of Values Alignment: Discover how aligning your career, relationships, and daily actions with your core values can lead to personal and professional fulfillment.
• Emotional Intelligence as a Success Factor: Rhonda emphasizes that EQ (emotional intelligence) is just as important as IQ for leadership and career success—and it’s a skill you can develop.
• Overcoming Negative Narratives: Learn how to identify and rewrite self-defeating thoughts to build confidence and embrace change.
• Life Balance in Action: Rhonda explains how her book, Crossroads, and its upcoming workbook guide readers through 13 dimensions of life to achieve balance and clarity.
About the Guest:
Rhonda Parker Taylor is an accomplished American writer, entrepreneur, and academic researcher born in Noblesville, Indiana. With an MBA and extensive experience in teaching business and leadership, she has made significant contributions to the fields of emotional intelligence and academic research. Her debut novel, Crossroads (2023), has garnered praise as a captivating crime thriller endorsed by notable figures.
As the founder of Intelligence Solutions, Rhonda provides training, research, and business writing services. A lover of nature, travel, and music, she balances her professional pursuits with a passion for exploring life’s adventures alongside her husband and three dogs.
Links:
https://rhondaparkertaylor.com/
Fast Five Questions:
1. If you woke up and your business was gone, you have $500, a laptop, a place to live, and food, what would you do first? “Create a lean, impactful social media presence or class to get the message out quickly and effectively, focusing on value over ego.”
2. What is the biggest mistake that you have made in business? “Hiring friends without clear boundaries and failing to initially understand clients’ true needs.”
3. What is a book that you would recommend? “Emotional Intelligence 2.0 by Travis Bradberry and any works by Daniel Goleman for mastering soft skills and decision-making.”
4. What is a tool that you use every day that you would recommend? “Microsoft Project and Teams for project management, alongside calendar tools like Calendly for efficient scheduling.”
5. What is your definition of freedom? “Living authentically and intentionally, aligning actions with personal values, and prioritizing what matters most in life.”
About Jeff:
Jeff spent the early part of his career working for others. Jeff had started 5 businesses that failed before he had his first success. Since that time he has learned the principles of a successful business and has been able to build and grow multiple seven-figure businesses. Jeff lives in the Austin area and is actively working in his community and supporting the growth of small businesses. He is a board member of the Incubator.Edu program at Vista Ridge High School and is on the board of directors of the Leander Educational Excellence Foundation
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Connect with Jeff:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freedomnationpodcast/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/JeffKikel
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffkikel/
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