Vancouver Chapter - Rewrite Your Story: Unlocking the Next Chapter of Your Career

The “Unlock the Next Chapter of Your Career” workshop provided CPA professionals with a structured, reflective, and action-oriented approach to career development. Through a combination of storytelling, guided exercises, and practical frameworks, the session helped participants gain clarity on their professional direction while addressing the personal factors that influence career decisions.

The workshop opened with a powerful storytelling segment from a CPA who transitioned into coaching. Her honest reflections on navigating uncertainty, redefining success, and aligning her career with her values set an inspiring tone for the day.

The session followed a clear developmental schedule, supported by slides and interactive discussions:

1. Storytelling - Participants explored personal and shared narratives to better understand how past experiences shape current career perspectives. This created a safe, empathetic environment where people openly expressed their journeys, challenges, and aspirations.
2. Envision – Craft Your Next Chapter- Using visual frameworks such as funnels, timelines, and reflective prompts, attendees were guided to imagine their ideal next chapter. This included clarifying long-term goals, identifying strengths, and defining what meaningful work looks like individually.
3. Self-Limiting Beliefs – Conflicting Narratives- The workshop then addressed the internal narratives that often hold professionals back. Through reflective questions and group conversations, participants examined self-doubt, perceived limitations, and conflicting beliefs that can create barriers to advancement or career change.
4.  Rewrite Your Story – Insights & Sharing - With these insights, attendees were encouraged to “rewrite” their professional story reframing challenges as learning experiences, recognizing growth, and articulating a more empowered and authentic narrative for their future career path.
5.  Personal Commitment – 30-Day Action Plan- To ensure practical application, the workshop concluded with the creation of a 30-day personal commitment plan. Participants outlined concrete steps to move toward their next chapter and shared their commitments with peers for accountability.

Overall, the workshop combined strategic career planning tools with meaningful personal reflection, offering participants both clarity and confidence. Attendees left with a refined sense of direction, an actionable plan, and renewed motivation to intentionally unlock the next phase of their career.