Do you think your next level is waiting for another degree or certification? Think again.

In this episode of The Clarity Chronicles, Dr. Nic unpacks the overlooked yet essential tools that fuel professional growth and personal alignment — your soft skills. From communication and collaboration to emotional intelligence and adaptability, soft skills are the bridge between where you are and where you’re called to be.

Dr. Nic shares her own journey of transitioning from a technical expert to a transformational leader — and how developing soft skills was the catalyst that changed everything. You’ll walk away with actionable tips, a spiritual lens for your growth, and a renewed sense of how to lead with grace, confidence, and clarity.

Inside this episode:

• What soft skills really are (and why they matter more than ever)

• How to develop key competencies that elevate your influence

• A powerful personal story that proves technical skill isn’t enough

• 5 practical steps to upgrade your soft skills today

• Biblical truth to support your leadership journey

If you’re ready to stop striving and start showing up with purpose and power — this episode is your next step.

Resources Mentioned:

• Join the Clarity Confidence Collective

• Follow @drnicolerankine for more clarity and leadership tips

Emotions are powerful—but are you mastering them or letting them lead the way? In this episode, Dr. Nic breaks down emotional intelligence as the clarity skill that most high achievers overlook. Whether you’re leading a team, managing relationships, or navigating your personal growth journey, this conversation will show you how emotional intelligence fuels spiritual maturity, deepens connection, and protects your peace. Learn the 5 core components of EQ, get practical tools for daily growth, and discover how the Holy Spirit partners with your healing. This isn’t just self-help—it’s soul work.

Are you in a season of uncertainty, navigating layoffs, burnout, or feeling like your job no longer fits who you're becoming?

In this powerful and personal episode, Dr. Nic opens up about her own journey — from thriving on paper as a research scientist to stepping into full-time purpose. You’ll hear how God used disruption to guide her into alignment and how you can discern when it’s time to pivot.

This episode will empower you to:

• Recognize the signs that it’s time for a career shift

• Reframe your skills through the lens of purpose, not position

• Trust God in the in-between — even when the path feels unclear

• Take bold, faith-led steps toward a more aligned life

Whether you’re facing a layoff, praying through a pivot, or simply feeling stuck in your 9 to 5, this conversation is your reminder:
Your career is not your calling — it’s a channel.

Tune in and start building your clarity roadmap today.

Mentioned in this episode:

• Join the Clarity Confidence Collective: Link in show notes