Running a business while staying grounded and intentional is no small feat, especially when navigating career transitions and the pressures of leadership. The emotional highs and lows can be intense, making mental health and self-awareness just as crucial as strategy and execution. True success comes from knowing your worth, setting boundaries, and aligning your work with your values—whether in entrepreneurship or corporate leadership. The key isn’t just chasing growth but doing so with integrity, purpose, and a clear vision for the impact you want to make.
Summary:
Olivia Gamber is an entrepreneur, visionary, and leader dedicated to helping executives and high-achievers navigate career transitions. As the founder of Career Evolved, she empowers professionals to recognize their value and align their careers with their core beliefs. Beyond job searches, she focuses on mindset shifts and purposeful growth. Today, Olivia shares her morning routine and energy management strategies, highlighting gratitude and presence as key drivers of her success. She also discusses the challenges of vetting clients, maintaining a strong community, and expanding her services to support executives transitioning into entrepreneurship.
Quotes:
● "I really focus my thoughts on basic, simple things I can appreciate, whether it's my bed, the space, or the people I get to serve. Just simple things. I try to get connected to that."
● "We're here to empower people, to help them become the person who can command that value. We provide the tools and everything they need to do so, but we cannot do it for them. Ultimately, they are the ones who need to represent themselves."
● "I try to start my morning in gratitude. Because for me, it's been a journey, and I know how important that mindset is. Starting the day in gratitude with that intention is key."
Takeaways:
● Establish a morning routine centered on gratitude and presence to ground yourself and approach the day with intention.
● Prioritize your mental and emotional well-being as an entrepreneur and find practices that help you manage your energy and nervous system.
● Carefully vet and qualify potential clients or partners to ensure alignment with your values and processes, even if it means turning some away.
● Continuously evolve your offerings to stay ahead of the curve and make a meaningful impact, while balancing your creativity and purpose.
● Reflect on the advice you would give your past self about approaching the entrepreneurial journey with more lightness and joy.
Timeline:
[00:27] How Olivia’s Strong Morning Routine Changed Everything
[03:32] The Secret to Managing Stress as An Entrepreneur
[06:20] Why Mindset Shifts Matter More Than Strategy
[11:31] The Truth About Picking the Right Clients
[18:42] Helping Executives Move into Entrepreneurship
[22:36] Staying Creative and Connected to Your Purpose
[23:13] Setting Real Expectations for Career Changes
[24:38] The One Thing OIivia Wishes She Knew Earlier
Conclusion:
Running a business comes with constant challenges but staying focused and intentional helps maintain clarity and purpose. Choosing the right clients strengthens the community and ensures long-term sustainability. Growth isn’t just about expansion—it’s about adapting, refining, and staying true to what matters most. By balancing strategy with integrity, entrepreneurs can create lasting impact while building something that remains fulfilling and aligned with their values.
Links/Resources:
Website:
https://www.careerevolved.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oliviagamber/
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