Dancing in the Discomfort Zone with Anne Bonney
Let's face it, life is uncomfortable. Whether it's interacting with other humans (or trying to), going after our goals and improving our lives, or understanding other people's perspectives, preferences and proclivities, being able to face the discomforts in life with courage, compassion, confidence and resilience will make life a lot more enjoyable! So join me as we DANCE IN THE DISCOMFORT ZONE! We'll explore new ideas, learn how to build our confidence, courage and resilience, and laugh a little too, because life is serious enough. We need a little cha cha, and a little ha ha every once in a while! Welcome to the Discomfort Zone with Anne Bonney!
Dancing in the Discomfort Zone with Anne Bonney
Laurie Haley on Waiting for the Right Opportunity (even though it was SCARY!)
When the Job Hunt Drags On: Laurie’s Journey from Unemployed to Unstoppable
Job searching is rough—but nine months of rejection? That’s next-level tough. In this episode, Laurie gets real about what it’s like to be a seasoned professional suddenly feeling unemployable in a brutal job market. From self-doubt to ageism to the soul-crushing sting of rejection emails, she shares the highs, the lows, and the surprising lessons she learned along the way.
But this story isn’t just about struggle—it’s about resilience, reinvention, and the power of knowing what truly matters. Tune in for a candid, insightful, and (yes) hopeful conversation about bouncing back when your confidence takes a hit.
🔹 Title vs. Happiness: Why Laurie chose work-life balance over a bigger, shinier role.
🔹 Ageism Alert: The unexpected factor that made her job search even harder.
🔹 Rejection Overload: How she handled the emotional toll of constant “nos.”
🔹 Network = Net Worth: The real MVP in her job hunt (hint: it wasn’t online applications).
🔹 Lessons in Leadership: What this experience taught her about hiring, culture fit, and passion.
If you’ve ever struggled with job search burnout or wondered why the heck you’re not landing offers, this one’s for you!