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| Finding Your Ideal Career Path: How to Uncover Roles You Didn't Know Existed | 26 Aug 2024 | 00:39:31 | |
You want something different, you know that for sure, but what else could you do? What else is even out there? How can you find out? Caity Noonan found herself in that exact predicament. As a successful VP of Marketing, she realized she needed something different, but the big question was—what? Through intentional research and self-discovery, Caity uncovered a hidden career path she never knew existed, and it turned out to be the perfect fit for her. In this episode, Caity walks us through her journey of discovering her ideal role. If you're craving a change but unsure of what's out there, this episode will help you find direction to uncover your ideal career—even if you don't know it exists yet! What you'll learn
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.
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| Work Life Balance: From "Biggest Mistake of My Life" to "Best Fit of My Life" | 19 Aug 2024 | 00:32:05 | |
Nearly half of healthcare workers reported feeling burned out and stated they would be looking for a new job, according to the CDC in 2022. If you're questioning whether you've chosen the wrong path and feeling the weight of burnout or doubt, you'll want to hear Kate's story. A nurse passionate about advocating for her patients, found herself in this same predicament — burnt out and questioning if she'd made a mistake in choosing her path. Through a journey of self-discovery, Kate realized she didn't need to abandon nursing, but instead redefined her role to fit her life and values. In this episode, we explore how Kate made her career work for her by prioritizing what mattered most, and how you can do the same—even when facing burnout. What you'll learn
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.
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| Improve Your Career and Life by Becoming a Supercommunicator with Charles Duhigg | 08 Jul 2024 | 00:40:31 | |
If you want to get anything done, you need to be able to communicate with other people. Whether it's salary negotiation, networking, job interviews, or working with a team, being a good communicator can help you succeed. Luckily, communication isn't a skill you're either born with or not—you can get better at it! Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and best-selling author Charles Duhigg joins Scott on the podcast with practical tips for improving your communication skills and real-life applications, like how a Supercommunicator would ask for a raise! What you'll learn
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.
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| Leaving a Misfit Job in Search of Career Fulfillment | 01 Jul 2024 | 00:40:39 | |
Problem: I just quit my job after a year because it wasn't a fit. How do I identify opportunities that fit? That's what Edna wrote when she first contacted us. Join us as we dive into Edna's journey of self-discovery, leveraging strengths, values, and executive recruiters to find her ideal career path. Is quitting a career that's not right for you actually quitting, or is it making space for something greater? Let's explore how finding meaningful work that pays well is not just possible, but within your reach. What you'll learn
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.
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| How Can I Ask for a Raise? Take Control of Your Income by Increasing Your Salary | 24 Jun 2024 | 00:32:13 | |
Listen to this before you ask for a raise! If you feel like you're not being paid what you're worth, it's definitely time to ask for a raise. But there are a few things you need to know if you want the ask to go smoothly and successfully. Unfortunately, nobody teaches you how to raise your income — we don't focus on it in schools and we certainly don't learn about it at our jobs (at least not the easy way). In this episode, Scott explains what you need to do before you ask for a raise, how to approach your boss with your ask, and how to make your request a win-win for you and your organization. What you'll learn
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.
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| Less Stress, Better Parenting: Surprising Results from Intentional Career Change | 17 Jun 2024 | 00:33:42 | |
No, your career isn't everything, but your happiness is! While work is only a fraction of your life, we all know thoughts and feelings about that work don't stop when you clock out. If you're feeling stressed or burned out, your happiness (and life) will feel the negative impacts. Discover the ripple effect of career satisfaction on your life, from relationships to overall wellbeing, as Cheri shares her story three years after an intentional career change. Learn how this change profoundly impacted every aspect of her life for the better! What you'll learn
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.
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| Avoiding Desperation and Making a Career Change with Purpose | 10 Jun 2024 | 00:38:37 | |
When your job begins negatively affecting other aspects of your life—your family, your health, your self-worth—those are usually red flags signaling you to make a career change. But then comes a huge dilemma we see all the time — in desperation to escape your current situation, you jump into a new role that's just as bad as the one before. So, how do you avoid desperation in your job search and find a new role that adds to your life instead of draining it? That's where Cheri found herself. You'll hear how she went from trying to get out of a job that was making her miserable, to being so sure about what she wanted as the next step of her career that she turned down roles that seemed great but didn't align with her ideal career… until she found it! What you'll learn
*Don't miss - Cheri and Scott discussing how to find organizations that you actually want to work for in episode 570.
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.
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| Job Search Strategies: How to Identify Companies You Want to Work For | 03 Jun 2024 | 00:38:58 | |
There's a part of career change that almost everyone gets stuck on. They have an idea of what they're looking for but are unsure how to turn that into a reality. Where do you go to search? How do you find companies that align with your must-haves when you're sifting through endless options online? That's exactly where Cheri found herself. Today, we're sharing a live coaching call of Scott walking Cheri through how she can search for and identify organizations that fit her values and match her Ideal Career Profile. Learn methods for searching for companies that fit your must-haves, including what to search and where to look, how to identify if companies offer remote roles, and what you can tell from an organizational structure. What you'll learn
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.
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| Step Into Your Potential: Overcome Doubt and Find Meaningful Work You Love | 27 May 2024 | 00:31:44 | |
What's holding you back from doing more meaningful work? After working with thousands of career changers, we've learned that it's almost never external factors that stop you from moving to work that fits you better. So, how do you get out of your own way to make a move toward more meaningful work? In this episode, Sarah shares her journey of overcoming significant challenges, including health issues and self-doubt, to find a fulfilling and meaningful career. She emphasizes the importance of embracing one's true self, shifting mindsets, and overcoming limiting beliefs. What you'll learn
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.
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| Building a Network from Scratch in a New Industry or Location | 20 May 2024 | 00:36:55 | |
Reaching out to your network when making a career change seems like great advice… until you realize you want to pivot into something brand new and your network is made up of people in the industry you're trying to get out of. This is where a lot of people feel stuck, they want to explore a new field or new role, but they don't know how to even begin building a new network. In this episode, HTYC coach Laura walks through her own story of career change and how she expertly built genuine relationships in new environments. She and Scott discuss strategies for creating a supportive network from scratch, avoiding awkwardness, and forming genuine connections to help you find meaningful work! What you'll learn
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.
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| Career Change at 40: Getting Intentional About Your Next Move | 13 May 2024 | 00:37:06 | |
Is your career on autopilot? We see it all the time. Something happens, maybe it's a change in your personal life, maybe it's a company restructuring or a layoff, but you suddenly realize your career has unfolded around you. You've never stopped to think, "Is this really the direction I want to be headed? Is this the type of work I want to be doing? Does this work fit the life that I want to be living?" Then what? How do you justify a career change at 40? Can you take control of your career when you're already 10, 20, or 30 years in? Learn how a layoff prompted Jorge to reevaluate his career direction, intentionally design his life, and take control of his career at age 42. What you'll learn
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.
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| Time Management Strategies for Career Change | 06 May 2024 | 00:37:52 | |
Think you're too busy to make a career change? Think again! In this episode, Scott gives tips and strategies to manage your time and create more space to focus on career change. Lack of time is not an excuse to stay in a job that is no longer a fit. Prioritize your desire for more meaningful work - learn how to make time for career change ! What you'll learn
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.
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| Improving Your Well-Being by Aligning Your Career with Your True Self | 12 Aug 2024 | 00:38:32 | |
Ever feel like you're just going through the motions at work, not truly being yourself? What if you could transform your career by aligning it with who you really are? Join us as Katja Trmcic, reveals how she reinvented her career path through deep self-discovery and authentic connection, and went from practicing law to a career coach and mental health counselor. Learn how to break free from limiting beliefs and design a career that not only fits your strengths, skills and life, but also enhances your well-being. What you'll learn
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.
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| How to Harness Your Signature Strengths to Conquer Imposter Syndrome | 29 Apr 2024 | 00:38:55 | |
What do you do when you realize you were wrong about what you wanted for your career? How do you overcome the imposter syndrome of pivoting to a completely new career? You may have gotten a master's degree… maybe even a PhD, so now what? Was it all a waste of time? How do you move into a new field? If you're struggling with this, or curious about how people make the transition into a new industry when all of their experience is in a different field, you'll want to hear Amy Dickerson's story! Amy went to school to become a physical therapist but changed her mind soon after she graduated. Learn how she pivoted into a brand new industry and became the renowned career coach she is today. What you'll learn
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.
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| How Long Does an Intentional Career Change Take? | 25 Apr 2024 | 00:31:07 | |
After working with thousands of people who have made intentional career changes, we've learned a lot... including how long it normally takes to make this type of change.
Schedule a call with our team! https://happentoyourcareer.com/schedule/
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| Using Career Experiments to Pinpoint Your Ideal Career | 22 Apr 2024 | 00:40:25 | |
What if you could try out a new career before committing? Turns out, you can! Discover how to use career experiments to test new careers without the commitment. Learn what a career experiment looks like from the inside — Our guest, Bob Kalish, is currently experimenting with consulting after working as a concept chef for 24+ years! In this episode, Bob explains how he found opportunities to experiment through his network, and exactly what he's looking to have answered during his experiments. What you'll learn
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.
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| Career Change Advice for Lawyers Seeking More Fulfilling Work | 05 Aug 2024 | 00:31:29 | |
Becoming a lawyer is often seen as a prestigious career milestone—society tells us that once you've achieved it, YOU'VE MADE IT. So why it is that so many lawyers come to us looking for a way out? It turns out that careers are never a one-size-fits-all. What's great for one person might not be great for another. Many lawyers reach a point where they feel like law no longer fits them (or maybe it never did!) They're interested in doing something else, something that aligns better with their life and values. Today, we're sharing the stories of four lawyers who reached a turning point in their legal careers. Whether it was burnout, stress, boredom, a misalignment of values, or a shift in priorities, each one decided it was time for a change and they made it happen! What you'll learn
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.
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| Beyond Career Change: How to Keep Evolving and Thriving | 29 Jul 2024 | 00:38:05 | |
Ever wondered what happens after you land your ideal role? Transitioning from a draining, unenjoyable job to a job you love can feel like a happily ever after, but it does take some work to make sure you continue to thrive in your career. In this episode, Kristy Wenz shares her story of ongoing career evolution. We shared her initial career change story last week on the podcast, and now she's back to share how she's continued to grow and thrive in her career. From navigating the complexities of tempting full-time offers to embracing experiments, Kristy's journey is a testament to the importance of continuous growth. Learn how to evolve and keep your career fulfilling and aligned with your ever-changing life. What you'll learn
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.
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| Career Clarity: The Journey to Discovering What You Truly Want | 22 Jul 2024 | 00:38:30 | |
If money were no object, what would your dream retirement look like? Now, imagine turning that dream into your everyday reality—today! In this episode, explore how Kristy turned her vision of an ideal retirement into a fulfilling career. After a sabbatical in Europe failed to deliver the expected "aha" moment, Kristy faced the challenge of defining what truly mattered to her. Discover how she found clarity by understanding her ideals and then created a role that aligned perfectly with her passions wine, travel, history and culture. Plus, find out how she pitched that dream role to a CEO and developed her own position! What you'll learn
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.
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| What Does It Take to Make an Intentional Career Change? | 18 Jul 2024 | 00:10:29 | |
Making an intentional career change is no easy feat. In this episode, we delve into the crucial elements necessary to transition into fulfilling work. Discover why less than 4% of people find their careers deeply satisfying and learn how to overcome the excuses and obstacles that often stand in the way. Learn what it truly takes to make a meaningful and intentional career change. 🤩 Ready to jumpstart your intentional career change? Schedule a conversation with our team and we'll figure out how we can help!
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| Why It's So Difficult to Make an Intentional Career Change Alone | 17 Jul 2024 | 00:19:59 | |
We all know how hard it can be to make monumental change without any support, and an intentional career change isn't any different. Discover why it's so challenging to navigate this process alone and who needs to be part of your journey. Learn about the crucial role of outside perspectives in encouraging your progress and achieving your career goals! If you're ready to take the first step towards an intentional career change, we would love to help! Schedule a conversation with our team today and we'll figure out the best type of suport for your specific situation.
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| What is an Intentional Career Change? (+ How It Differs from a Job Change) | 16 Jul 2024 | 00:23:06 | |
What if your career change isn't just about finding a new job, but about making a profound shift towards a more fulfilling life? What if you want to find work that excites you, gives you the flexibility and pay you need, while also allowing you to contribute to the world in the way you want? Discover how making an intentional career change can lead to greater fulfillment, alignment with your values, and a life that truly supports your long-term vision. Learn actionable strategies for making this type of change and hear inspiring stories of those who have successfully navigated this journey. Get ready to stop settling and start creating a career that fits your life! 🚀 Mentioned Episodes
If you want to make an intentional change, we'd love to help. Schedule a conversation with our team, and we'll learn about your specific situation and figure out the how we can best help you! | |||
| Finance Career Change: Aligning Values to Find Meaningful Work | 15 Jul 2024 | 00:39:23 | |
If you feel unhappily stuck working in finance and want to make a change, this episode is for you. Natalie was working in a client-facing role in the wealth management industry, feeling unfulfilled and convinced that true career happiness required a drastic change. But her journey revealed a surprising truth: staying in finance but switching industries was actually the key to her fulfillment! Join us as we explore Natalie's journey, discuss the importance of aligning your career with your values, and provide actionable insights for anyone considering a finance career change. Discover how you can find meaningful work without leaving finance behind. What you'll learn
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.
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| Breaking Free from Corporate and Embracing Fulfillment on Your Own Terms | 02 Sep 2024 | 00:39:10 | |
Have you ever reached what you thought was the pinnacle of success, only to feel overwhelmed and unfulfilled? Roberta Dombrowski experienced just that when she climbed the corporate ladder all the way to VP of Research in the tech industry. Realizing she wanted more from life, she made the bold decision to break free from her corporate role and forge her own path towards true fulfillment. In this episode, she shares her transformative journey from the corporate world to a career that genuinely aligns with her values and passions. (Spoiler alert: She started her own coaching business and is now a highly regarded career coach on the HTYC team!) What you'll learn
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over. Related Episodes
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| Redesigning Your Career to Align with Your Evolving Priorities | 09 Sep 2024 | 00:32:43 | |
What happens when your career no longer aligns with your life? For Haley it meant stepping away from a company she had worked at for 10 years. She wanted a career that was more flexible for her family, but she was fearful a career pivot would jeopardize the experience and success she had gained. Learn how Haley made a career change to a role that aligned with her priorities (without derailing her career trajectory!) What you'll learn
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.
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| Key Moments That Spark a Career Change | 13 Sep 2024 | 00:14:58 | |
We've all faced those moments when we stop and wonder if our current path is truly right for us. Sometimes it's a subtle hint, other times it's a jarring wake-up call. In this bonus episode, Scott dives into the pivotal life events that often prompt people to reassess their careers. Which one resonates with you? Here's a link to the full list we've compiled of the 16 career change catalysts: https://happentoyourcareer.com/16-career-change-catalysts/ Mentioned Episodes Steph: From Soul Crushing to SoulCycle: How Steph Made the Leap to Work She Loves Aaron: Taking Control of Your Career When It's Harming Your Mental Health Edna: Leaving a Misfit Job in Search of Career Fulfillment
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| Discovering Career Happiness After Leaving a Toxic Job | 16 Sep 2024 | 00:37:54 | |
Why do we allow ourselves to stay stuck in careers that don't fit us... and sometimes even in down right awful jobs? Emily shares her journey of breaking free from an unhealthy work environment, and finding her ideal role (that turned out to be in the same industry!) Find out how a career change doesn't always mean starting over and how the right career fit can completely transform your life. Tune in to hear how Emily reclaimed her happiness and found a role where she truly thrives. What you'll learn
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.
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| Rebuilding Confidence After Career Disappointment | 23 Sep 2024 | 00:38:01 | |
When what you thought was your dream job pulls a Scooby-Doo on you, leaving you feeling defeated and lost, how do you rebuild? Travis shares how he overcame a career that crushed his confidence and found work that truly fulfills him What you'll learn
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.
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| Having the Resilience to Pivot When a Career Change Doesn't Fit | 30 Sep 2024 | 00:35:47 | |
What if the career change you worked so hard for turns out to be the wrong move? How do you keep from going backward and instead build the resilience to pivot again? Erin made the leap from a misaligned corporate job to what seemed like the perfect fit, but when it didn't work out, she didn't get discouraged. Instead, she used the experience as the catalyst that finally uncovered her ideal career (one that had been right under her nose all along!) What you'll learn
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.
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| Do I Need to Take a Pay Cut When Changing Careers? | 04 Oct 2024 | 00:07:30 | |
One of the biggest misconceptions about career change is the belief that you'll have to take a pay cut when shifting to a new role or industry. While the fear of starting over is real, we've found that fewer than 15% of our clients end up choosing to accept less pay than they previously made (and many get an increase!) In this episode, Scott breaks down why your skills and experiences retain value, no matter where you go, and how to avoid settling for less than you deserve.
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| Should You Quit Your Job to Focus on Making a Career Change? | 07 Oct 2024 | 00:34:20 | |
Leaving a job without another lined up can seem risky, but it doesn't have to be—especially if a misaligned role is holding you back from making progress on your intentional career change. Wondering if you should prioritize that change? In this episode, we explore four key questions to help you determine if quitting your job is the right move. Discover how to clarify your motivations, assess your financial readiness, and identify who to involve in your decision-making process. What you'll learn
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.
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| Leaving Education and Burnout Behind for a Journey to Meaningful Work | 14 Oct 2024 | 00:38:51 | |
How do you know when it's time to walk away from a job you once loved? After 12 years in education, Sandra found herself burned out, overwhelmed, and uncertain about her future. Discover the steps she took to leave education, and how she shifted from searching for a new job to embracing a business idea that been in the back of her mind for years! If you're considering leaving education, starting your own business, or seeking more meaning in your work, this episode is for you. What you'll learn
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.
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| Job Interview Tips, How to Answer "Tell Me About Yourself" | 18 Oct 2024 | 00:09:17 | |
It's the question that strikes fear in every job seeker. You know it's coming, but how the heck do you answer the dreaded, "So… tell me about yourself?" What do they actually want to know? How much is too much? How far back should you go? Never fear, a script is here! In this bonus episode, Scott shares the exact script he provides his coaching clients and gives a specific example so you can hear how great you'll sound in your next interview. Listen now, and get ready to crush your next job interview! 😎
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| 7 Career Change Myths That Are Keeping You From Meaningful Work | 21 Oct 2024 | 00:19:12 | |
What's holding you back from doing work you truly enjoy? Hold onto whatever answer just popped into your head—and give this episode a listen. Chances are, a career change myth is standing between you and career happiness. Let's bust those myths and get you on the path to meaningful work!
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.
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| Do You Actually Need A Resume? | 25 Oct 2024 | 00:07:32 | |
Think a resume is the golden ticket to landing your ideal role? Think again! Get ready to uncover why resumes aren't as crucial as you've been led to believe, and how to navigate career transitions without getting stuck in the traditional application process. Ready to stop playing by "normal" rules and find work that fits you? Let's jump in! Resources Mentioned
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| Make Awkward Connections: Escape Career Boredom Through Strategic Networking | 28 Oct 2024 | 00:39:07 | |
Your ideal role isn't hiding on a job board, just waiting for you to enter the perfect search term. Actually... It's probably even closer than that. Maybe not one Google search away, but through a past coworker, a fellow parent from your kid's sports league, or maybe even your neighbor. Your ideal role is likely just a few conversations away! In this episode, Travis shares how a breakthrough with his career coach led him to have unexpected (and sometimes awkward!) conversations with many people in his network, and ultimately to his new, exciting role What you'll learn
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.
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| Communicating Your Worth and Refusing to Settle in Your Career Transition | 04 Nov 2024 | 00:38:15 | |
The moment you decide to stop settling could be the moment everything changes. When Julia set out to make a career transition, she committed to no longer compromising on her worth, even if it meant a tougher, longer job search. In this episode, hear how she moved from feeling undervalued and out of place to landing a role that truly fits her. What you'll learn
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.
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| Finding a Flexible Job by Defining Your Ideal Work Environment | 11 Nov 2024 | 00:39:18 | |
What if you took all the energy you've been spending on job searching and focused it entirely on the one company you knew was perfect for you? In this episode, we dive into the power of getting specific and targeting your ideal organization. Discover how Jenna got super clear on what she wanted in her next company, found a workplace that aligned with her values, and zeroed in on it until she made it happen What you'll learn
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.
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| Unhappy, Isolated, and Stuck: Breaking Free from Career Dissatisfaction | 18 Nov 2024 | 00:38:59 | |
How do you know when you've made the right career decision? Louise McNee thought she knew—until her job changes didn't solve her dissatisfaction. Despite outward success, she felt stuck and unfulfilled for years. In this episode, Louise shares how she finally broke free from a cycle of trial and error to create a career she loves.
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.
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| Navigating Career Transitions with Confidence When You Outgrow a Role You Once Loved | 25 Nov 2024 | 00:38:52 | |
What happens when the job you once loved no longer excites you? Or, even worse, is burning you out? Heather Yurovsky has been an attorney, marketing director, head of business, chief operations officer, and is now the Client Results Team Lead at Happen To Your Career. She's had many "dream jobs" but eventually hit a ceiling in each. Instead of following the expected next step, she chose to evolve her career by pivoting into roles that better align with her ideals. In this episode, Heather shares how choosing to leave roles when they no longer fit has been the key to finding deeper fulfillment and navigating her career with confidence.
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.
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| Should I Pause My Job Search During the Holidays? | 27 Nov 2024 | 00:12:45 | |
Most people hit pause on their job search during the holidays, assuming it's a waste of time. But what if they're wrong? Listen as Scott reveals why the holiday season could be your secret weapon for making progress in your career change. You'll learn three reasons why continuing your career change work now can give you a major advantage in landing the meaningful work you've been looking for! 🎄🦃🕎🎊🪔 | |||
| Is Now a Good Time to Look for a Job? (Layoffs, Job Market Decline, Economic Slowdown) | 29 Nov 2024 | 00:13:01 | |
Layoffs. Hiring freezes. Economic slowdown. With all the doom-and-gloom headlines, it's tempting to think that you should delay your career change. But what if the real obstacle isn't the job market — it's your mindset? Join Scott as he reveals why the headlines and job reports don't tell the whole story. Discover how to cut through the noise, uncover hidden opportunities in a 'slow' market, and take bold steps toward your next role! If you want to get a kickstart on your 2025 career change, we would love to help! Email scott@happentoyourcareer.com with "Conversation" in the subject line and we'll figure out the best way we can assist you. | |||
| Escaping the Cycle of Reactive Career Moves and Making an Intentional Change | 02 Dec 2024 | 00:31:50 | |
Feeling like you're stuck in a cycle of taking on roles that don't truly align with you? Many people grow their careers by taking the next available opportunity, never stopping to consider what will genuinely bring them fulfillment. In this episode, Charity shares how she broke free from years of unconscious career decisions, recognizing the red flags of dissatisfaction and shifting from reactive choices to intentionally designing a career path that aligns with her values and energizes her. What you'll learn
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.
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| Goal Setting: How Scott & Alyssa Use Strengths and Accountability to Achieve Bold Goals | 09 Dec 2024 | 00:28:52 | |
Whether or not you're operating in your strengths can make or break your goals. This year, Alyssa and I learned just how much staying aligned with our strengths impacts success, and how straying from them can add unnecessary stress. Listen as we share how we've incorporated our strengths into goal setting, how we factor in accountability and what we're doing differently to set bold, meaningful goals for the year ahead. What you'll learn
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.
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| Giving Yourself Permission to Change Careers When a 'Great Job' No Longer Fits | 23 Dec 2024 | 00:39:50 | |
Feeling trapped in a job that seems perfect, but leaves you feeling drained and unfulfilled? Morgan was there too. Discover how she gave herself permission to walk away, recovered from burnout, figured out what she wanted and found a career that truly fits her.
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
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| Transitioning from Burnout to a Fulfilling Career with a Bridge Role | 16 Dec 2024 | 00:36:25 | |
When you're in a job that's burning you out, quitting can feel like a huge weight has been lifted. But that relief doesn't last forever — going without a job for any amount of time can be stressful. So, what do you do when you need to leave a job that's burning you out, but aren't sure what comes next? That's where a bridge role can make all the difference. A well-chosen bridge role can give you the time and space to figure out what you really want from your career transition. Tune in to hear Amanda shares how she used a bridge role to take the time she needed to recover from burnout and focus on making an intentional career change to work that fits her!
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.
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| Feeling Stuck? Moving from Burned Out to Building a Career You Love | 30 Dec 2024 | 00:31:28 | |
Feeling stuck in a job that no longer brings you joy? The fear of the unknown can leave you paralyzed, unsure of how to take that first step toward something better. But when you define your ideal career and take proactive action, you'll be ready for whatever comes your way. In this episode, learn how Kristen moved from burnout to building a career she loves after an unexpected layoff. You too can take bold steps and create a fulfilling career you love. What you'll learn
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.
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| Creating Your Ideal Career Path by Embracing Your Passion | 06 Jan 2025 | 00:37:20 | |
What if you didn't have to escape your job? What if the place you were your happiest and the place you found your solace was actually where you worked? Steph had known for almost 9 years that she felt the most alive, and the most like herself, in fitness studios, but she had never allowed herself to believe that she could actually build a career in fitness. Steph had a great career in the Marine Corps and then with Amazon, but she never felt like she was doing work that was true to her. In this episode, she articulates her realization that she could make a living doing what she loves, and her decision to pick up her life and go after it. What you'll learn
Have career change questions or want to make an introduction? Email scott@happentoyourcareer.com Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
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| Severance Package Negotiation: Asking for Exit Packages in Any Industry (Even Yours!) | 13 Jan 2025 | 00:28:57 | |
Negotiating severance in an industry that doesn't offer it… sounds impossible, right? But what if you could give yourself the time and space to make an intentional career change through a severance package? I know what you're thinking... "That could never work in my situation." Here's the truth: when done thoughtfully, negotiating severance can create a win-win situation for both you and your organization (in any industry!) That's exactly what Sandra did. Leaving a career in education, a field where severance packages are almost nonexistent, she negotiated a severance that gave her the financial runway to plan her next steps on her terms. Tune in as we break down step-by-step how you can do the same!
What you'll learn
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.
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| Leveraging Your Strengths for Career Fulfillment: How Self-Awareness Drives Career Success | 20 Jan 2025 | 00:37:41 | |
The key to your ideal career likely isn't more skills or experience; instead, it's understanding yourself. Career coach and Gallup-certified strengths coach Petchell Luepke reveals how identifying and leveraging your unique strengths can transform your career and life. From federal government executive management to entrepreneurship and coaching, Petchell's journey showcases the power of self-awareness, adaptability, and bold career moves. What you'll learn
Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation
Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.
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