Defining Your Path: Identity and Career Pivots with Gisela Wedina Maria

<p>In this empowering episode, we sit down with Gisela Wedina Maria, whose journey spans from the shores of Angola, through the suburbs of Paris, to the vibrant streets of Lisbon. Gisela shares her deeply personal story of navigating life in a &quot;third culture,&quot; evolving from a dream of being a flight attendant to finding her path in the corporate world, and how her path is evolving. This discussion is a compelling exploration of identity and the power of reclaiming your story to shape your path, all while harmonizing professional goals with creative passions.</p><p><strong> What You’ll Learn in This Episode:</strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>The Power of Third Culture Perspective:</strong> How living across different cultures can refine your identity and broaden your professional outlook.</p></li><li><p><strong>Navigating Corporate Growth:</strong> Gisela’s &quot;insider&quot; advice on moving from customer care to a Business Coach role at a global giant like Uber, highlighting the critical roles of mentorship and clear communication.</p></li><li><p><strong>Holistic Self-Development:</strong> An exploration of the four essential activities needed to balance your life: spiritual, creative, financial, and physical.</p></li></ul><p><strong> 3 Key Takeaways:</strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>Own Your Ambition through Communication:</strong> Don’t wait to be noticed; proactively set and communicate your career ambitions with your manager to create growth opportunities.</p></li><li><p><strong>Find Your &quot;Chosen Family&quot; Outside of Work:</strong> Engaging in a creative or physical outlet is vital for recharging from the emotional exhaustion of the corporate world.</p></li><li><p><strong>Your Past Informs Your Future:</strong> Reconnecting with your original culture and history is not a step backward, but a necessary foundation for building a confident, authentic professional identity.</p></li></ul><p><strong>👂 Tune In If You’re…</strong></p><ul><li><p>A professional navigating a career pivot or looking to transition into the tech and product design space.</p></li><li><p>An expat or &quot;third culture kid&quot; seeking inspiration for embracing multiple identities while staying rooted in their heritage.</p></li><li><p>Someone feeling corporate burnout and looking for practical frameworks to find joy and community outside of your 9-to-5.</p></li></ul><p>If you loved this episode, buy us coffee, wine or water with the link below!</p><p>https://www.buyme