Jul 11, 2024
In this episode of the Thought Leadership Leverage podcast, host
Peter Winick welcomes Sohee Jun, a premier leadership coach,
mindset expert, corporate leadership facilitator, speaker,
and best-selling author of "Mommytracked: How to Take Authentic
Risks and Find Success On Your Terms" and her latest release,
"The Aligned Mindset: Secrets of
High-Achieving Women for Navigating Work and Life." Sohee
shares insights from her journey, highlighting the importance of
following one’s energy to make a significant impact. Moving from a
six-year-old immigrant integrating into a new culture to a leader
in organizational psychology, she has always prioritized connection
and people. Her extensive career includes working with leaders on
strategy, culture, and employee engagement.
After 15 years in corporate roles, Sohee ventured into independent
consulting. The transition was challenging, requiring her to juggle
multiple roles and iterate constantly. She emphasizes the
need to discover one’s strengths and delegate other tasks to
maintain focus and impact. Initially, she said yes to everything,
leading to burnout. Over time, she learned to prioritize
quality over quantity, becoming intentional with her time and
efforts.
Sohee also discusses the importance of expanding beyond one's
initial network and maintaining consistent marketing efforts. She
stresses the need to be courageous in saying no to misaligned
opportunities to prevent falling into a cycle of overwork and
dissatisfaction. On pricing, Sohee advocates for openness and
transparency, leveraging her insider knowledge to stay competitive
and fair in the market.
Three Key Takeaways:
• Follow Your Energy for Impact: Sohee emphasizes the importance of
following where you have the most energy and impact. This approach
has guided her journey from a young immigrant to a successful
leader in organizational psychology, and later, to an independent
consultant.
• Quality Over Quantity: Initially overwhelmed by saying yes to
everything, Sohee learned to prioritize quality. She now focuses on
intentional time management and selecting projects that align with
her values and strengths, highlighting the importance of saying no
to maintain balance and prevent burnout.
• Consistent Marketing and Networking: Sohee underscores the
necessity of reaching beyond one's initial network and maintaining
consistent marketing efforts. She advises that expanding your reach
and staying engaged with your audience is crucial for sustainable
business growth.
If you're a new consultant or thinking about breaking out on your
own, take a few minutes to watch this video from Peter Winick on
How to Use Thought Leadership to
Grow Your Business.