Chris Donovan, a former telephone repairman turned high-end women's shoe designer, discusses doing work that’s authentic to who you are and dealing with being an outlier when you’re pursuing a new career path. I'll also talk about the balance of being authentic while still conforming to professional norms.
Lani Love will explain how she relaunched her career from working at an advertising agency to becoming a professional deejay. Lani shares her thoughts on how to evaluate which opportunities to pursue and how to balance your career with family. During the Mental Fuel segment, I’ll discuss the importance of giving yourself some credit, especially when you feel like you’re constantly falling short.
Adrian Knight, managing director of Knight Franchises, shares his perspectives on how to handle people who aren't on board with your career plans. We’ll also discuss how franchising can be a doorway to career change. Finally, I'll wrap up with some thoughts on how to handle people who aren't supportive of your goals and the person you're trying to become.
Former retail apparel buyer Maddie Potvin shares honest perspectives on the emotions of career change, the challenges of leaving your corporate identify behind, and the importance of taking control of your future. Joseph Liu also talks about defining your walkaway points in your career.
Former hotel lounge pianist turned pharmaceutical digital marketer Rei Lim discusses why he chose to leave his life as a professional musician behind to instead pursue a corporate career. We’ll talk about the importance of role models, feeling good about the future your profession offers, and being proud of the work you do. In the Mental Fuel segment, I’ll address a listener question about how to prioritize your interests and head down the right path for you in your career.
Former journalist Victoria Crandall shares her unique, international career journey of leaving the US to become a managing director of cocoa exporter in the Ivory Coast. We’ll talk about the power of curiosity and how to identify your professional “center of gravity."
In this special 40th episode of Career Relaunch, hear my 3 key takeaways about what it takes to make a career change based on the past 38 interviews I've done with people featured on this podcast who have reinvented themselves. I'll also share some exciting milestones Career Relaunch has crossed, and give you a chance to pick the former guest who will return in episode 50 to give us an update on how their career change journey has gone since we last spoke.
What happens when your career plans don't end up working out? Independent artist turned community founder Jamie Smith will explain why it's okay to allow yourself to shift away from your original goals and move forward with "imperfect" ideas. Afterwards, during the Mental Fuel® segment, I’ll share one of the plans I had for my own business that didn’t end up panning out along with the opportunity that created.
Samantha Clarke, a former digital manager turned happiness consultant, shares her thoughts on how you can become happier with your work and why recharging yourself is so critical. I’ll also talk about how I deal with the excess pressure I tend to put on myself.
Sacha Romanovitch, CEO of Grant Thornton UK, explains why she decided to take a hiatus from work to figure out where to take her career. We'll talk about what you can gain by stepping away from your work and how you can be more intentional in your career. Sacha Romanovitch, CEO of Grant Thornton UK, explains how stepping away from your work can help you become more intentional in your career. We also talk about the Japanese concept of "Ikigai" as a way of figuring out where you belong as a profe...
Former circus stage manager turned professional voiceover artist Redd Horrocks explains how to choose the right professional pursuits, the importance of saying "no," and how you can tap into online marketplaces to build your freelance business.
Aaron Fung, a former change management consultant turned Talent Brand Strategist for LinkedIn shares his thoughts on how your professional network can be an incredible resource for you in your career and why your job should be an extension of your authentic self. I'll also explain the simple way I maintain my own professional network.
Helen Wix, a former secretary turned Reiki Master, healer, and coach describes her experience being evicted from her home and spending 3 years being homeless in Washington, DC. She shares her thoughts on paying attention to signs that point you in a different direction, declaring what you want for your career, and clearing out your own emotional baggage before you can truly move on. I also share some thoughts on the importance of defining the standards you want for your career and life.
Hear former management consultant turned founder of HR startup Claire McTaggart explain which factors really matter in hiring and interviewing. Afterwards, during today’s Mental Fuel®, I’ll share my reflections on the stubborn appeal of job promotions.
Former professional tennis player turned finance professional Rina Einy explains the realities of being a professional athlete and balancing career choices with personal relationships. In the Mental Fuel® segment, I'll explain why quitting is sometimes the best thing you can do for your career and life.
How can you make sense of all the emotions involved with starting over in your career? Erika Boissiere, a former investment banker turned couples counselor shares insights on the emotions of letting go of one career for another, the impact your career has on your relationships, and the art of starting over. In the Mental Fuel® segment, I also share some thoughts on the how I dealt with the “loss” I felt after leaving one career behind to pursue something else.
Hear about the importance of bravery, emotions-based planning, and accountability partners from architect turned productivity trainer Raluca Comanescu. In the Mental Fuel® segment, Joseph explains how bravery can open up a new chapter in your career, sharing an example from giving his first big conference talk.
Pharmacist turned digital marketer Khai Yong Ng discusses how your past degree shouldn't dictate your future and how you can hustle your way into an entirely new industry. In today’s Mental Fuel® segment, I’ll explain how to tell when it’s the right time for a career change, sharing a couple examples from my own career pivot points.
Lisa Abramson shares her story of how she relaunched her career in mobile advertising and PR to become a maternal mental health advocate and mindfulness coach. We’ll discuss the impact of motherhood and post partum depression on your professional outlook and the importance of self-awareness in your career. In the Mental Fuel® segment, I'll share my own challenges staying present in the moment, and a couple ways I stay focused in my own career.
Learn how to work effectively with recruiters and headhunters during your career transition from Ben de Grouchy, founder of ecruit and the DG Partnership. Discover how you can find a good recruiter and what it really takes to stand out to recruiters so you can land your dream role. In the Mental Fuel® segment, I’ll address a listener question about what tweaks you could make in your career to improve your career satisfaction.
Bruce Daisley, Vice President of Twitter, EMEA shares his insights on drivers of happiness in the workplace and the motivations behind his own career shifts from Google & YouTube to Twitter. In the Mental Fuel® segment, I'll explain how focusing on one driver of happiness initially led me astray in my own career and the realization I had that got me back on track.
Career coach Andy Whelan shares insights from his former career as an actor on how to handle rejection and overcome failure to keep moving forward. In the Mental Fuel® segment, Joseph talks about how he manages rejection in his own career & life.
International cover model turned food entrepreneur Colette Russell Smith shares her thoughts on handling setbacks and the importance of turning your ideas into concrete actions. I also explain how I move forward with daunting goals during the Mental Fuel® segment.
Krishelle Hardson-Hurley explains how she relaunched her career to land her role as a site reliability engineer for Dropbox, sharing useful tips on how to use design thinking to plan out your next career move and investing time to create a clear & consistent career narrative. In the Mental Fuel® segment, Joseph talks about the benefits and drawbacks of setting firm goals.
Dinara Kasko shares her story of applying her architectural skills to the world of pastry cakes, the power of persistence, and how her work got discovered. In the Mental Fuel® segment, Joseph Liu explains how your past career can help pave a path forward toward your future career.
Manuel Chilet shares his journey of moving from his Sales role in Spain to landing in the hospitality industry in London. In the Mental Fuel® segment, Joseph answers a listener questions about how to manage having multiple career interests.
Nonprofit teacher turned artist Sandeep Johal, shares her thoughts on the influence culture can have on your career choices, the importance of having a professional community, and why being your own #1 fan can have a positive impact on your career trajectory. In the Mental Fuel® segment, Joseph discusses believing in yourself.
Adrian Granzella Larssen shares her journey to become the Editor-at-Large at The Muse, networking tips for introverts, and how to take concrete steps to create the career change you want. In the Mental Fuel® segment, Joseph talks about the concept of creating professional bridges between your current role and target role.
Money markets broker turned founder of ResponseIQ shares his thoughts on creating value, making his contribution to society by feeding the homeless, and the power of reading books.
Former Google employee David Pullara shares his insights on building a career and life aligned with your authentic self.
