Have you ever really asked yourself what makes you happy? Or reached a moment when you finally pause and realize you’ve lost the joy and excitement in your day to day work? In this episode, I dive deep into this exact moment with Jaqueline Oliveira-Cella. We talk about her "midlife awakening" and the profound impact of taking a step back to find what truly excites and fulfills you. Jaqueline shares her journey from a high-powered career in global health and insurance to embracing new passions and redefining her purpose.
Join us as we explore the importance of pausing, the power of authenticity balanced with self-awareness, and the significance of creating environments of trust and psychological safety. This conversation is packed with insights on managing career transitions, battling imposter syndrome, and fostering meaningful connections. If you’re in the midst of your own “what the heck am I doing with my life” moment, this episode is for you. Tune in and find out how to navigate your own midlife awakening with grace and intention.
About Jacqueline Oliveira-Cella:
Jaqueline Oliveira Cella inspires you to shift discomfort into purpose-driven action. She brings over 15 years of experience in US and global health, wealth, and wellbeing sectors, specializing in developing client-centric solutions, health equity, and risk management. Jaqueline has a proven track record of empowering employees and enhancing corporate wellness programs
As the founder of wellBe consulting, Jaqueline co-creates and advises healthcare corporations on innovating health and wellbeing solutions for employers, establishing strategic partnerships, and rethinking their go-to-market strategies and key performance indicators. Her recent executive education at Harvard Medical School and her actuarial and business background further empower her to drive meaningful, impactful changes.
Driven by her passion for purpose-driven action, Jaqueline created the 'Health at Work' initiative. Collaborations cover top health risk concerns topics such as Burnout in the Healthcare System, Culture & AI, Diabetes at Work, Busyness & Food, Mindful Inclusion, Menopause at Work, Measurable Inclusion & People Analytics. ‘Health at Work’ collaborations are promoted through LinkedIn, a social initiative, extending the reach of her work to help employees advocate for their health in the workplace, and build sustable organizations by assisting employers in navigating significant health challenges with data-driven and actionable insights.
Key Lessons:
Pause to Reassess Happiness: take intentional breaks to journal and engage in practices that can help you reflect on your current path and determine if it truly brings you joy.
Authenticity with Self-Awareness: Authenticity is valuable, but it must be balanced with self-awareness and compassion. Being true to yourself while considering the impact on others fosters better relationships and a healthier work environment.
Reframing Imposter Syndrome: It’s really a fear of not belonging, and it’s natural to go through it in uncertainty.
Aligning Work with Purpose: Aligning your career with your core values and purpose is essential for long-term satisfaction and impact.
Episode Notes
00:00:00 - Introduction and the concept of midlife awakening
00:03:00 - Jaqueline Oliveira-Cella's background and career in global health and insurance
00:05:00 - The importance of finding joy and excitement in your work
00:09:00 - Balancing authenticity with compassion and self-awareness
00:13:00 - Building trust within teams and creating psychological safety
00:17:00 - Managing career transitions and embracing change
00:22:00 - The role of continuous learning and curiosity
00:25:00 - Overcoming imposter syndrome and the fear of the unknown
00:30:00 - Creating environments that foster diversity of thought and innovation
00:34:00 - The power of pause and taking intentional breaks
00:39:00 - Addressing mental health and well-being in the workplace
00:43:00 - Aligning your work with your purpose and values
00:48:00 - Practical advice for finding mentors and building a supportive network
00:53:00 - Final thoughts and reflections on creating a fulfilling career and life
Resources:
Health at Work - LinkedIn
Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead by Brené Brown - Bookshop.org
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