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By David Lewis

David is the Partner, Principal Owner, and CEO of TLG ATL, powered by LPT Realty in Atlanta, Georgia. This premier real estate team has served 1000+ families since 2014.

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How can you tell if your career path truly aligns with your purpose or if you’re just surviving day by day? In my recent chat with Shana Ackles, a full-time coach, consultant, and VP of Growthward Consulting, we discussed the importance of aligning your values and being intentional with your career.

Shana’s journey began in Alaska, where she built a successful real estate career during a booming market, closing 120 deals in her best year, primarily in new construction. However, the 2008 market crash marked a turning point for her. She realized that without effective systems, strategies, and alignment with her deeper purpose, rebuilding her career felt daunting and unappealing. This wake-up call prompted her to shift toward property management before eventually moving into leadership coaching.

Through her experiences, Shana discovered her superpower: building deep relationships and empowering others to grow alongside her. As she puts it, “Loving someone means I’m not afraid to tell them their business sucks—or that they’re amazing.”

If you’re thinking about changing roles, Shana offers valuable advice to help you along the way. First, it’s important to understand your motivations and make sure that any new opportunities align with your values and long-term goals. She also highlights the need to break free from the cycle of busyness so you can focus on what truly matters in your career. Ultimately, she believes true success comes from internal alignment rather than seeking external validation.

If you’re ready to take the next step, connect with Shana directly at (907) 841-6238 or explore her company, Growthward Consulting, which specializes in empowering leaders and businesses to thrive.

As always, I’m here to support you on your journey. Feel free to contact me at (404) 867-0792 or send me an email at david@tlgatl.com or success@youragentpulse.com. I look forward to hearing from you!

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