Question:
I hear you talk about career strategy and advancing with intention all the time. What does that actually mean?
Answer:
It means you stop letting your career happen to you and start making decisions on purpose.
A lot of people are working hard, doing good work, and still feeling stuck. Not because they’re not capable, but because they’re moving without a strategy.
Career strategy is about knowing where you’re going and making sure your actions line up with that direction.
Advancing with intention means you don’t just say yes to everything. You choose work, projects, and opportunities that actually move you closer to your next level.
So instead of just being busy, you’re moving in alignment.
For example, if you want to position yourself for leadership, your focus should be on visibility, leading projects, decision making, and building relationships with the people who influence promotions. Not just doing your current job really well and hoping someone notices.
It also means you’re paying attention to timing. When to speak up. When to apply. When to pivot. When to leave.
And you’re checking in with yourself regularly. Is what I’m doing right now getting me closer to where I said I want to go?
If the answer is no, then we adjust.
That’s the difference.
Discipline keeps you consistent. Strategy makes sure you’re going in the right direction.
That’s what advancing with intention looks like.
