Episode 203 with Shaté Hayes - Following Your Path & Sharing Your Story

On this episode Brian Berneman talks with Shaté Hayes about following one's path.

Shaté shares the story of her journey, starting as a professional dancer and dance educator, and then transitioning to a corporate career and now working in workforce development to help others find purpose and joy in their work. She discusses the courage it took to pursue her passion for dance despite her family's initial hesitation.

The importance of finding alignment and purpose:

Shaté and Brian discuss the importance of finding work that is aligned with one's values and inner sense of purpose, rather than just pursuing a traditional career path. They emphasize the need to listen to one's intuition and explore what brings joy, even if it's not a "typical" career.

Overcoming limiting beliefs and the courage to chart your own path:

They explore the challenges of going against societal expectations and charting one's own path, including dealing with self-doubt, fear of failure, and the need to find one's "tribe" of like-minded individuals. They encourage listeners to have the courage to pursue their passions, even if it's risky or unconventional.

The power of storytelling and self-promotion:

Shaté discusses the importance of being able to effectively tell one's story and highlight one's unique value proposition, both in the job search process and in building an independent career. She emphasizes the need to see oneself as the "hero" of one's own journey and to confidently share one's experiences and skills.

For more about Shaté find her on Instagram, https://shatehayes.com/ & https://www.careersteward.co/