Feeling Stuck? Moving from Burned Out to Building a Career You Love
12/30/24 • 31 min
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
- How self-discovery helped reframe setbacks as opportunities (even a layoff!)
- Why taking action now can make all the difference, no matter where you are in your career
- The small steps Kristen took to prepare for a career change.
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 someone on the team about your 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
- How to Figure Out What You Really Want (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)
- Stuck in a Career You're Unhappy With? Fear Of Taking Risks Could Be Keeping You There (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)
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
- How self-discovery helped reframe setbacks as opportunities (even a layoff!)
- Why taking action now can make all the difference, no matter where you are in your career
- The small steps Kristen took to prepare for a career change.
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 someone on the team about your 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
- How to Figure Out What You Really Want (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)
- Stuck in a Career You're Unhappy With? Fear Of Taking Risks Could Be Keeping You There (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)
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- How the process of finding your ideal role is ongoing
- The importance of defining success for yourself when pursuing work you love
Have career change questions or want to make an introduction? Email [email protected]
Want to chat with someone on the team about your 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
- How to Figure Out What You Really Want (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)
- Stuck in a Career You're Unhappy With? Fear Of Taking Risks Could Be Keeping You There (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)
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