From Burnout to Breakthrough: Terri Sue Cosgrove's Inspiring Career Transformation

From Burnout to Breakthrough: Terri Sue Cosgrove's Inspiring Career Transformation

Finding Your Direction · 2024-01-30
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In today's episode, I'm joined by Terri Sue Cosgrove, the founder and Managing Director of The HR Head. Terri Sue shares her inspiring career transition story from climbing the corporate ladder to overcoming burnout and establishing a business that aligns with her passion. We delve into her journey, challenges, and the pivotal moments that led her to where she is today.

In this episode, Emma and Terri Sue talk about the following:

Terri Sue Cosgrove shares her career transition story, from sales to HR and healthcare management.

Her experience working in various roles, including sales manager, hospital sales rep, and head of operations management in the Middle East.

The challenges she faced, burnout experiences, and the turning points that led her to reconsider her career path.

Terri Sue's decision to pursue education, including a master's degree in healthcare management and leadership.

Transitioning to HR roles and facing setbacks in job searches upon returning to Ireland.

Joining Google and later transitioning to a role in a hospital during the challenging times of COVID-19.

The realization that she needed a change and the process of self-discovery using the Career Stories Method.

Establishing her own business, The HR Head, specializing in crisis HR support for companies and HR managers.

Overcoming fears, embracing change, and finding joy in her work.

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Recommended Resources

Career Stories Method: A valuable resource for self-reflection and gaining clarity on your career path.

Playing Big by Tara Moore: An insightful book that encourages women to overcome fears and play big in their careers.

Connect with Terri Sue:

Website: www.thehrhead.com

LinkedIn: Terri Sue Cosgrove


Connect with Emma:

Instagram: @emmalynchcoaching

Website: www.emmalynchcoaching.com

Email: emma@theoptimalperformancecoach.com

Finding Your Direction

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