E93 How to Get Your Dream Job

Pay Raise Playbook

In this powerful episode of "Pay Raise Playbook," Christy Rutherford passionately explores the steps to securing your dream job, stressing the critical importance of self-worth, valuing oneself, and the willingness to step out of comfort zones to achieve career success. Christy draws from personal anecdotes and professional experiences to provide listeners with actionable insights and strategies to redefine their career paths and negotiate for what they truly deserve.

**What You'll Learn:**

1. **Defining Success and Self-Worth:**

- Christy discusses the necessity of defining what "winning" means in your career and life before pursuing new jobs.

- Understanding self-worth independent of job titles or others' opinions.

2. **Stretching Beyond Comfort Zones:**

- The importance of getting uncomfortable and embracing change to achieve career success.

- Real-life examples of significant salary improvements through assertive negotiations.

3. **Clarity in Job Aspirations:**

- Strategies for writing down specific job requirements and deal breakers.

- Aligning personal values and goals with job opportunities.

4. **Overcoming Challenges:**

- Encouraging women to avoid complacency in unchallenging jobs and pursue greater goals.

- Christy's frustration with women accepting stress and unhappiness in their careers.

5. **Empowerment through Association:**

- The impact of surrounding oneself with ambitious individuals who aim for a better life.

- Christy's own experiences with high-functioning depression and anxiety due to lack of meaningful goals.

6. **Negotiating for Your Worth:**

- Practical advice on calculating one's value and negotiating higher salaries.

- Stories of women successfully increasing their earnings by knowing and asserting their worth.

**Memorable Quotes:**

- “You need to define what you want in life before you chase another job.” - Christy Rutherford

- “Your value is not tied to your job title or someone else’s opinion; it’s what you believe you deserve.” - Christy Rutherford

- “Comfort doesn't bring growth. Embrace the discomfort to find real money and success.” - Christy Rutherford

**Conclusion:**

Christy Rutherford's passionate discussion underscores the necessity of self-awareness, valuing oneself, and the willingness to get uncomfortable to achieve professional success. This episode is a powerful call to action for anyone looking to redefine their career paths and negotiate their worth.

**Call to Action:**

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