What happens when success no longer feels aligned? In this episode, Steve Mellor sits down with Raymond Lee to explore authenticity, leadership, career reinvention, and the courage to pursue work that truly fits. From building and selling CareerMinds to launching the Clocking Out podcast, Raymond shares how curiosity, self-awareness, and one simple “yes” can change everything. A must-listen for leaders, entrepreneurs, and high-performers ready for their next chapter.
𝑲𝒆𝒚 𝑻𝒂𝒌𝒆𝒂𝒘𝒂𝒚𝒔:
-What “growth ready” means through the lens of authenticity
-Why authenticity builds trust, connection, and leadership impact
-Raymond’s identity shift in December 2021
-Curiosity as a companion to authentic growth
-Fear of change vs. the pain of staying the same
-The story behind the Clocking Out podcast
-Raymond’s mother’s career change into archaeology at age 50
-Why meaningful change starts with small steps
-“Lead with yes” as a practical mindset for reinvention
-Asking better questions: What excites me? What brings value?
-Using your story to help others find their true path
𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒄𝒆𝒔:
-CareerMinds
-Clocking Out podcast
-Clocking Out book by Raymond Lee
-Finding Meaning: The Sixth Stage of Grief by David Kessler
00:00 Authenticity and what it means to be growth ready
02:30 Why authenticity builds trust and impact
05:13 Raymond’s 2021 turning point and selling CareerMinds
07:47 Building CareerMinds and choosing the right exit
18:38 Curiosity, discomfort, and growth
23:00 Fear of change vs. fear of staying the same
29:45 Why Raymond launched Clocking Out
34:11 Leaving corporate HR and becoming an entrepreneur
42:32 Focus on the next step, not the whole path
46:34 Finding meaning through grief and purpose
49:10 Raymond’s mission moving forward
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