Hi Lisa,
I’ve recently found my superpower!! I’m definitely a supporter.
I’ve gained massive satisfaction in helping some friends in rather traumatic times recently. Plus, I’ve really enjoyed putting my eBook together, doing research and the solitude that comes with writing etc.
Not only that, I’ve realised I’m most definitely not suited to being a Rock Star but LOVE being the backing singer, if you see what I mean!
My question is, how do I incorporate this into a career choice? I can only think of a few limited things that would suit this, but I’d like to explore more.
Where do I start?
Julie
Hey Jules,
First off, congrats on discovering your superpower!
Being a supporter is seriously underrated, and I totally get the “backing singer” vibe—someone’s got to harmonise while the Rock Star grabs all the spotlight, right?
Now, onto your question.
Have you taken a DISC profile lately?
You’ve got that “just unlocked a new personality trait” energy, which is awesome.
Knowing your strengths and what makes you tick is like having a roadmap that keeps you from wasting time chasing the wrong things.
So, how do you turn this into a career? That’s the fun (and slightly tricky) part.
Here’s a little formula I use with clients:
- What gets you excited to jump out of bed (or at least crawl out of bed) for work?
- Which industries would let you thrive as the supportive superstar you are?
- What jobs let you use your existing skills and strengths (without forcing you to be the centre of attention)?
- What experience do you already have that you can leverage to make the leap?
I see a lot of mind mapping and research in your future! But there’s no single right way to uncover career options. Here’s a shortlist to get you started:
- Personality assessments (like DISC, MBTI, etc.) often come with a list of career options.
- Sites like Job Outlook (Australia) or Prospects (UK) are goldmines for job profiles.
- Good old-fashioned job boards and networking can give you a sense of what’s out there.
Sometimes, the best way to find your path is to dive into a job and see where it takes you—kind of like letting the universe surprise you with a plot twist.
And hey, if all of this feels overwhelming, that’s where a career coach (hi!) can step in and help you figure it all out without getting lost in the options. Plus, we can kick procrastination to the curb together.
Thanks for writing in.
Lisa
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