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Ken Coleman

Ken Coleman is a career expert and broadcaster whose books focus on career clarity, networking, and purposeful work. He is best known for The Proximity Principle, From Paycheck to Purpose, and Get Clear Career Assessment. A bestselling author, he has coached more than 10,000 people, while his assessment has helped hundreds of thousands. ((https://www.ramseysolutions.com/career-advice/career-academy/goal-planning-101))

Biografía y Trayectoria del Autor

Ken Coleman’s public career is built around reinvention. As a teenager, he imagined a future in politics and expected that path to define his adult life. In his early thirties, however, that ambition gave way to a period of professional uncertainty, and he chose to start over in broadcasting. He did so without a college degree or prior industry credentials, enrolling instead in a six-week broadcast school, working unpaid hours at an Atlanta sports-talk station, covering high school football, and taking small speaking and emcee assignments wherever he could find them. With support from his wife, Stacy, that improvised apprenticeship became the basis of a second act in media, coaching, and authorship. ((https://www.ramseysolutions.com/ken-coleman))

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When talent, passion and mission line up, that’s when you’re living on purpose
-What Should I Do With My Life? 7 Questions to Help You Find Your Purpose
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You were created to fill a unique role, and you must do it
-How to Find Your Passion
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But all of those things build character, so keep going and don’t quit
-How to Set and Achieve Your Career Goals
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In every area of life, meeting the right people and developing genuine relationships is the key to changing the trajectory of your future
-How to Find a Mentor
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It is possible to find your dream job and love what you do for a living
-How to Find Your Dream Job
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Don’t just assume you have to go back to school to do the job you want to do
-Should I Go Back to School to Get My Dream Job?
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You don’t have to be stuck in a job you hate forever
-What to Do if You Hate Your Job: 9 Steps
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Landing your dream job takes time, perseverance and patience—especially as you reenter the workforce
-7 Steps for Reentering the Workforce
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Success doesn’t happen overnight, and it’s not a one-size-fits-all journey
-Ken Coleman Launches New Show Front Row Seat
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Every student has incredible potential, but they often don’t know where to start
-Ken Coleman Releases Student Edition of Bestselling Book to Help Young Adults Find Their Future

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Career Perception & Focus

Career Perception & Focus

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Career Perception & Focus

This learning plan is essential for professionals who feel stuck, unfocused, or undervalued in their careers and want to take strategic control of their professional trajectory. It's ideal for mid-career professionals seeking clarity on their next move, aspiring leaders looking to build influence and authority, and anyone wanting to align their daily work with their deeper purpose while positioning themselves for higher-level opportunities.

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Career and public speaking

Career and public speaking

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Career and public speaking

This learning plan is designed for ambitious professionals looking to bridge the gap between technical expertise and leadership influence. By combining public speaking mastery with strategic career development, it provides the tools necessary to command any room and build a lasting personal brand.

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Exploring careers, leadership & philosophy

Exploring careers, leadership & philosophy

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Exploring careers, leadership & philosophy

In today's rapidly changing work environment, success requires more than technical skills—it demands self-awareness, purposeful leadership, and philosophical grounding. This learning plan helps professionals at any career stage connect their authentic selves with meaningful work, developing leadership capabilities that align with their deepest values.

2 h 23 m4 Secciones
Career Strategy

Career Strategy

PLAN DE APRENDIZAJE

Career Strategy

In today's competitive market, a passive approach to career growth is no longer sufficient. This plan is designed for ambitious professionals looking to transition into leadership by mastering self-discovery, networking, and executive presence.

2 h 45 m4 Secciones
Advance My Career

Advance My Career

PLAN DE APRENDIZAJE

Advance My Career

This plan is essential for professionals seeking to break through plateaus and transition into high-impact leadership roles. It is specifically designed for ambitious individuals who want to combine self-discovery with strategic networking and executive presence to secure long-term success.

2 h 37 m4 Secciones
Lead, Tech, Biz, Eco, Productivity & Kids

Lead, Tech, Biz, Eco, Productivity & Kids

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Lead, Tech, Biz, Eco, Productivity & Kids

This comprehensive plan bridges the gap between technical expertise, business acumen, and personal optimization. It is designed for ambitious professionals and entrepreneurs who want to scale their careers and businesses while maintaining a balanced, high-impact life.

2 h 45 m4 Secciones
Confident, Authentic & Approachable Pro

Confident, Authentic & Approachable Pro

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Confident, Authentic & Approachable Pro

In today’s competitive landscape, technical skill alone isn't enough; true impact requires a blend of psychological confidence and social magnetism. This plan is designed for emerging leaders and professionals who want to lead authentically while commanding executive presence.

2 h 54 m4 Secciones
Master career success & personal confidence

Master career success & personal confidence

PLAN DE APRENDIZAJE

Master career success & personal confidence

This comprehensive learning plan addresses the interconnected pillars of personal and professional success, recognizing that true achievement requires simultaneous growth in mindset, execution, career strategy, and financial literacy. It's ideal for ambitious professionals and entrepreneurs who want to break through plateaus and build a foundation for sustainable, multidimensional success rather than focusing on isolated skills.

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