Ken Coleman - 3x Bestselling Author, Speaker & Executive Coach | Find The Work You’re Wired To Do

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➡️ About The Guest

Ken Coleman is a career expert and bestselling author who hosts The Ken Coleman Show, reaching over 1 million weekly listeners across more than 30 stations. As part of Ramsey Solutions, Coleman provides guidance on professional development and career success. His books, including "The Proximity Principle" and "From Paycheck to Purpose," have sold over 500,000 copies.

Coleman's approach combines practical strategies with motivational guidance. His methods have shown results, with 87% of surveyed readers reporting improved career satisfaction and his coaching programs maintaining a 92% client satisfaction rate. Drawing from his background in communications, Coleman provides advice for professionals at various career stages. Through his show, books, and speaking engagements, he aims to help individuals pursue meaningful work and develop their careers.

➡️ Show Links

https://www.instagram.com/kencoleman/

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/kencoleman-/

➡️ Books

https://www.amazon.com/Get-Clear-Career-Assessment-Youre/dp/B0CSCY1CH5/

https://www.amazon.com/Paycheck-Purpose-Clear-Path-Doing/dp/B09KM7LB11/

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➡️ Talking Points

00:00 - Intro

02:51 - Ken’s Journey

07:19 - Changing Ambitions in Coaching

11:41 - Gaining Career Confidence & Clarity

16:31 - Post-Covid Professional Challenges

22:15 - Greatness vs. Uniqueness: Finding Purpose

26:26 - How to Discover Your Purpose

31:11 - Leadership in Crisis

44:56 - The Toll of Meaningless Work

50:45 - Sponsor: iDigress Podcast

51:22 - Will Tech Replace Mediocre Jobs?

54:56 - Dreams vs. Mirages: Real vs. Unrealistic Goals

1:00:25 - Ken’s Toughest Coaching Moments

1:07:41 - Mastering the Art of Guiding Others

1:10:24 - The Micromanagement Dilemma

1:17:22 - Stuck in a Job with No Pay Raise?

1:27:52 - Ken’s Final Thoughts

Welcome to the Success Story Podcast, hosted by entrepreneur, business executive, author, educator & speaker, Scott D. Clary (@scottdclary). On this podcast, you'll find interviews, Q&A, keynote presentations & conversations on sales, marketing, business, startups and entrepreneurship. Scott will discuss some of the lessons he's learned over his own career, as well as have candid interviews with execs, celebrities, notable figures and politicians. All who have achieved success through both wins and losses, to learn more about their life, their ideas and insights. He sits down with leaders and mentors and unpacks their story to help pass those lessons onto others through both experiences and tactical strategy for business professionals, entrepreneurs and everyone in between. To get more of the Success Story podcast, go to www.successstorypodcast.com.