ReInvention

Imposter syndrome hits hardest right when you're trying to reinvent. You've been confident in your craft for years, then suddenly you're starting over, pitching a new path, learning new skills, and your brain decides you're "not ready." In this episode, Todd and Chris break down a practical system for building confidence without waiting for it to magically appear. They unpack why "fake it till you make it" gets misunderstood (and what it should mean), how to turn insecurity into curiosity (the fastest antidote), and why confidence is ultimately not about results, it's about trusting yourself to figure it out. You'll learn: Why waiting for confidence keeps you stuck How taking action rewires confidence (and reduces anxiety) The "beginner mind" approach that makes imposter syndrome shrink How to balance inner work (allow & reflect) with bold external action A new definition of confidence you can actually use in real life If doubt is keeping you from sending the DM, making the pitch, launching the thing, or stepping into the room, bookmark this one. **And if this conversation resonates with you, visit ReInvention.biz to explore our guided workbook and join a community of people just like you - people designing what's next. https://ReInvention.biz **Subscribe to the ReInvention Podcast to stay plugged into fresh ideas, frameworks, and real-world tools for navigating the future of your work and life.  

In a world obsessed with productivity and profit, creativity can feel "optional." For reinventors, it's the opposite: creativity is a core business skill, and a survival skill for the future of work. In this episode, Todd and Chris break down why ReInvention is inherently creative (you're literally designing your next chapter), and how to make creativity practical - even if you're coming from a structured corporate life. We cover: Why creativity will matter more as AI transforms jobs and industries The biggest trap reinventors fall into: hiding in busywork instead of creating How to block "creative time" like it's a real pillar of your work (and why the to-do list never ends) The truth about imposter syndrome: why it's normal, and what to do anyway A simple rule for creative output: let it be messy first, edit later If you're building a business, launching a portfolio career, writing, posting, creating offers, or trying to figure out your next move…this is your reminder: your uniqueness is the asset. Time to get weird, and make it real! If this conversation resonates with you, visit ReInvention.biz to explore our guided workbook and join a community of people just like you - people designing what's next. https://ReInvention.biz **Subscribe to the ReInvention Podcast to stay plugged into fresh ideas, frameworks, and real-world tools for navigating the future of your work and life.

Successfully reinventing your career (or life) isn't challenging because you lack talent. It's challenging because you try and do it alone. Inspired by the Winter Olympics, Todd and Chris break down the two traits elite performers build their lives around: clarity and accountability. You can have a powerful vision for your next chapter, but without a real accountability system, it stays a dream. In this episode, we dig into the #1 ReInvention killer: isolation - the echo chamber of your own thinking - and how to replace it with a structure that creates momentum, confidence, and follow-through. You'll learn: Why "being busy" isn't the same as progress (and how corporate structure hides that) The two types of accountability every Reinventor needs: self-tracking + external support How to build a simple weekly + monthly self-assessment system that changes behavior fast How to choose the right accountability partners (and why your spouse can't be your whole team) How community, coaching, and peer support turn reinvention from lonely to inevitable Bookmark this if you're building your next chapter and you can feel yourself drifting into solo mode. This is your reminder to stop white-knuckling it and start building your team. And if this conversation resonates with you, visit ReInvention.biz to explore our guided workbook and join a community of people just like you - people designing what's next. www.ReInvention.biz **Subscribe to the ReInvention Podcast to stay plugged into fresh ideas, frameworks, and real-world tools for navigating the future of your work and life.

Roxana Heitz is the kind of person who "has it all" on paper: Stanford Ph.D., 15+ years of product leadership, and a career building health and wellness products across the Google/Alphabet health ecosystem, Peloton, and others…. So why reinvent? In this episode, Roxana breaks down a tension so many mid-career high performers feel: the work still matters, but the environment doesn't fit anymore. The gap between insight → action gets slow. The process becomes the job. The misalignment grows. Instead of making one massive leap, Roxana applies product thinking to her own career reinvention: form hypotheses, run experiments, collect data, and iterate. The result is a portfolio approach - building flexibility and momentum while she explores what's next. What we cover: The moment corporate success stops feeling aligned, even when the mission is meaningful How Roxana gave herself "permission" to step off the treadmill Designing a portfolio career: advisory/consulting, fractional product leadership, and founder exploration Why "betting on yourself" is a skill - and how to build it without blowing up your life The ReInvention superpower most people skip: feedback, accountability, and community If you're a high-achiever who's quietly thinking, "I can't keep doing it this way," Roxana's story will help you rethink what's possible - and how to move forward with clarity without needing a perfect 20-year plan. If this conversation resonates with you, visit ReInvention.biz to explore our guided workbook and join a community of people just like you - people designing what's next. www.ReInvention.biz **Subscribe to the ReInvention Podcast to stay plugged into fresh ideas, frameworks, and real-world tools for navigating the future of your work and life.

Are you reinventing your career and not sure how to handle LinkedIn or Social Media in general? In this episode we'll share a proven game plan for your socials, with specific guidelines for people in professional transition. Todd and Chris break down the biggest mistake midlife professionals make during ReInvention: treating social media like a polished "final reveal" instead of a tool for building momentum, community, and opportunity while you're in the process. They talk about the mindset shift that wins right now - authenticity over perfection - especially in an era of AI-generated content and copy-paste posts. You'll learn how to update your profiles without panicking, how to share your ReInvention without oversharing, why the algorithms are more "interest-based" than "Aunt Sally is judging you," and how to create a simple 30–60 day social strategy that helps you find your people (not chase influencer status). Plus: why being a little more real - and even a little more weird - stands out in a world of generic, automated content. If you're in a career transition, building a business, or exploring what's next - this will help you show up online with confidence, clarity, and momentum. AND if this conversation resonates with you, visit ReInvention.biz to explore our guided workbook and join a community of people just like you - people designing what's next. www.ReInvention.biz **Subscribe to the ReInvention Podcast to stay plugged into fresh ideas, frameworks, and real-world tools for navigating the future of your work and life.

What if AI isn't the threat - but the greatest ReInvention Accelerator of your lifetime? In this episode, we sit down with Bill Gurley (legendary Benchmark partner; early investor in Uber, Zillow, Grubhub) to talk about his new book Runnin' Down a Dream and the principles behind building a career you actually want. Bill breaks down why so many people feel stuck on the "college-to-safe-job conveyor belt," and why mid-career can be the best time to make a change - if you approach it with the right mindset. We dig into the difference between low agency (AI feels terrifying) and high agency (AI becomes jet fuel), and Bill shares a practical framework for exploring your next chapter without blowing up your life overnight. In this conversation, we cover: Why career regret is so common, and how to reverse it Bill's "Never Too Late" philosophy for mid-career reinvention How to build a "dream job folder" and test your next path before you leap The smartest way to use mentors, peers, and aspirational models Bill's blunt advice on AI: you can't stop it, so learn to wield it If you're navigating burnout, uncertainty, or the feeling that your work isn't you anymore, this episode is a permission slip + a playbook. If this conversation resonates with you, visit ReInvention.biz to explore our guided workbook and join a community of people just like you - people designing what's next. www.ReInvention.biz **Subscribe to the ReInvention Podcast to stay plugged into fresh ideas, frameworks, and real-world tools for navigating the future of your work and life.

Leaving corporate can feel like freedom, until you hit the point where building your next chapter can feel incredibly lonely. In this episode, Chris and Todd tackle a ReInvention challenge most people don't see coming: Isolation - and how being isolated quietly drains your energy, creativity, and momentum when you're launching something new. In this episode you'll get practical, real-world strategies to stay connected while working independently that include a few JEDI techniques to spurn amazing creativity: Integrating 2–3 non-work anchors (sports, classes, hobbies) into your weekly rhythm Using walks and neighborhood connection as a daily reset Changing where you work (cafes, coworking, "micro-commutes") Creating intentional "CEO-level" work trips (conferences, meetups, learning rooms) to replace the structure corporate used to provide. We also talk about how to use technology as a tool for real rapport, not transactional Zoom fatigue - and why being proactive about connection isn't a luxury but part of your ReInvention plan. If you're reinventing your career, starting a business, consulting, or building a portfolio career, this episode will help you stay human, stay motivated, and build community on purpose. If this conversation resonates with you, visit ReInvention.biz to explore our guided workbook and join a community of people just like you - people designing what's next. www.ReInvention.biz **Subscribe to the ReInvention Podcast to stay plugged into fresh ideas, frameworks, and real-world tools for navigating the future of your work and life.

If you're the primary breadwinner or you carry the "provider" identity, Career ReInvention can feel impossible. The fear is real: If I change jobs, the whole system collapses. Mortgage. Bills. Kids. Expectations. Your nervous system starts treating reinvention like a threat. In this episode, Chris and Todd unpack the Provider Trap - the hidden identity that keeps high-achievers locked into misaligned work long after it stops working. They talk about why "providing" is more than a paycheck (presence, energy, relationships, legacy), how fear and scarcity get passed down through generations, and why staying in the wrong career can quietly cost you the very family life you're trying to protect. They also get a bit personal with their own stories. Chris reflects on losing his dad when he was 25 and the conversations they had towards the end. Todd shares some personal challenges he and his wife are currently dealing with when it comes to the question: 'What is a breadwinner - and what are we really providing'. At the end you'll understand why courage is the most important muscle that makes ReInvention possible - even when you feel like you have no room to fail. If you've ever thought, "I can't change - everyone depends on me," this episode is for you. If this conversation resonated with you, visit ReInvention.biz to explore our guided workbook and join a community of people just like you - people designing what's next. www.ReInvention.biz **Subscribe to the ReInvention Podcast to stay plugged into fresh ideas, frameworks, and real-world tools for navigating the future of your work and life.

ReInvention can be stressful. Uncertainty ramps up anxiety, drains your energy, and can pull you into numbing habits that keep you playing small. In this episode, Todd and Chris break down a simple way to protect your momentum: build a daily "scaffold" that boosts vitality, focus, and optimism while you're reinventing your career. You'll learn: Why most reinventors struggle when they leave the structure of corporate life How to replace that structure with habits that are healthier and 'more human' A series of basic, high-impact practices for your morning and evening routines  A proven way to wind down at night and improve sleep (reducing mental noise) How to stay motivated and positive as you're in transition Chris also shares some useful strategies like removing your phone from the bedroom and switching from doom-scrolling to reading, so your brain can actually recover. If you're in a career transition, building something entrepreneurial, or just trying to avoid burnout while you figure out "what's next," this episode gives you a grounded, repeatable system to stay strong - physically, mentally, and emotionally - so you can make better decisions and move forward with confidence! If this conversation resonated with you, visit ReInvention.biz to explore our guided workbook and join a community of people just like you - people designing what's next. www.ReInvention.biz **Subscribe to the ReInvention Podcast to stay plugged into fresh ideas, frameworks, and real-world tools for navigating the future of your work and life.

If you're building a consulting practice, doing some fractional work, or starting any kind of entrepreneurial / "hang-my-shingle" venture, here's the truth: your results won't matter if you can't sell. In this episode, Todd and Chris break down sales in a way that's clean, human, and repeatable - especially if you've spent years in corporate and the word "selling" makes you tense up. You'll learn why the best sales conversations aren't about pitching harder, they're about listening deeper. In this conversation, we cover: The 4 key Pillars within any business - and a way to identity your strong suits and weak areas The shift that changes everything: you're not selling a product - you're selling a future outcome Why "deep curiosity" beats persuasion (and how it makes closing feel natural) The moment most people avoid: asking directly for the sale (and how to do it without getting weird) The power of silence after the ask - and how to handle objections without spiraling A key skill most people skip: expertise in the manner by which you actually sell (online vs. phone vs. face-to-face, for example) If you've ever thought, "I'm great at what I do… I just don't know how to sell it," this is your episode. If this conversation resonated with you, visit ReInvention.biz to explore our guided workbook and join a community of people just like you - people designing what's next. www.ReInvention.biz **Subscribe to the ReInvention Podcast to stay plugged into fresh ideas, frameworks, and real-world tools for navigating the future of your work and life.

If you're in the middle of a career transition, you've probably felt this tug-of-war: Part of you knows you need space… time to decompress, process what happened, and heal from the emotional toll of your old work life. Another part of you feels intense pressure to move fast… to make money again, prove this wasn't a mistake, and "figure it out" as quickly as possible. In this episode, Todd and Chris unpack the real (and rarely discussed) dilemma: how to balance healing with forward momentum so you don't get stuck in reflection…and you also don't rush into the same patterns that created the burnout in the first place. Inside the conversation: Why "push through" works, until it doesn't The hidden cost of skipping the processing/healing phase How financial runway (and real-life situations) change the pace of ReInvention Why taking time to reflect often accelerates new successes instead of delaying them A practical way to build self-reflection into daily life while still moving forward What it looks like when your work finally feels integrated with who you are This is an honest, human episode for anyone who's trying to build what's next without ignoring what the old chapter did to them. If this conversation resonated with you, visit ReInvention.biz to explore our guided workbook and join a community of people just like you - people designing what's next. www.ReInvention.biz **Subscribe to the ReInvention Podcast to stay plugged into fresh ideas, frameworks, and real-world tools for navigating the future of your work and life.

Fear. Doubt. Anxiety. The mental spiral that makes everything feel heavier than it actually is. In this episode, Todd and Chris go straight into the "real stuff" that shows up when you're in transition or uncertainty - especially when you're trying to make a big change and your nervous system starts writing worst-case stories. We break down a simple truth: your emotions can feel urgent… without being supported by objective reality. And we give you practical tools to stop the spiral, separate facts from fear, and turn "negative" emotions into forward motion. In this conversation, you'll learn: Why your nervous system can react like the world is ending - even when the numbers say you're okay How to tell the difference between real fear and "rollercoaster fear" A simple method to sort what's valid vs. imagined The "control the controllables" mindset shift (and why it saves massive energy) Why numbing out (Netflix, distractions, checking out) keeps you stuck - and what to do instead The Allow & Reflect practice Todd uses to process fear and generate solutions If you've been feeling stuck, frozen, or caught in old conditioning… this episode will give you a framework to work with fear - without letting it drive the car. If this conversation resonated with you, visit ReInvention.biz to explore our guided workbook and join a community of people just like you - people designing what's next. www.ReInvention.biz **Subscribe to the ReInvention Podcast to stay plugged into fresh ideas, frameworks, and real-world tools for navigating the future of your work and life.

Ever feel that little spike of anxiety when someone asks: "So… what's going on with work?" If your career is shifting, evolving, or in a "between chapters" season, that question can make even the most capable people freeze - not because they're failing… but because they don't yet have the language for what's emerging. The FIX here is so simple, and instantly adds so much confidence back into whatever you're doing, but most people simply don't know the power of crafting communication scripts…. In this episode, Todd and Chris break down a simple 5-step communication framework that helps you speak about where you are right now with clarity, confidence, and authenticity - without oversharing, sounding uncertain, or falling into the "woe is me" trap. You'll learn how to: Acknowledge your past without getting stuck in it Name the transition (without making it awkward) Share what's real in a way that builds connection (not discomfort) Shift the conversation toward possibility and momentum Make a confident "ask" that can create real opportunities (introductions, ideas, next steps) This is the kind of small skill that quietly changes everything: your confidence rises, your relationships deepen, and your conversations start opening doors again. Listen to this whole episode as we provide detailed scripts throughout! If this conversation resonated with you, visit ReInvention.biz to explore our guided workbook and join a community of people just like you - people designing what's next. www.ReInvention.biz **Subscribe to the ReInvention Podcast to stay plugged into fresh ideas, frameworks, and real-world tools for navigating the future of your work and life.

What happens when you finally start building something new…and your old world suddenly comes knocking? In this episode, Todd Jason and Chris Thide talk about one of the most confusing - and most common - moments in career change: unexpected opportunities from your old professional life showing up just as you begin to reinvent yourself. This is almost a predictable phenomenon, and they'll unpack why these moments are so tempting, how identity and nervous system conditioning pull us back toward certainty, and why this phase is actually a test of your long-term vision. You'll learn: How to evaluate new job offers without panic or reactivity The difference between conscious choice and defaulting to safety How to set boundaries around time, energy, and availability When it makes sense to go back - and how to do it without killing your vision Why clarity around your future self changes every decision The GOAL: to help you make the best decisions possible for your long-term future. So this episode isn't about burning bridges or forcing bold moves, but about slowing down, staying aligned, and making wise, intentional decisions when things get noisy. If you're building something new - and feeling pulled back toward the familiar - this episode will help you stay grounded and choose well. If this conversation resonated with you, visit ReInvention.biz to explore our guided workbook and join a community of people just like you - people designing what's next. www.ReInvention.biz **Subscribe to the ReInvention Podcast to stay plugged into fresh ideas, frameworks, and real-world tools for navigating the future of your work and life.

From the outside, everything looks fine. But on the inside, something feels off. In this episode, Todd Jason and Chris Thide talk about one of the most difficult - and most avoided - moments in a professional's life: realizing that a career has run its course before the proverbial sh** has hit the fan. They explore the allure of the 'Golden Handcuffs' and the quiet pain of staying in roles that no longer fit. This episode goes deep into the notion of being attached to an old identity that may no longer serve you and discusses the coping behaviors people use to avoid facing the truth.This conversation will help you: Recognize the signs that staying is costing you more than leaving Understand why money and status make change feel really hard Identify distraction and avoidance patterns that keep you stuck Move forward to making better career decisions faster Begin imagining what's possible on the other side This episode isn't about rushing into a change. It's about facing the music, telling yourself the truth, and giving yourself permission to start exploring what comes next-with clarity, support, and intention. If you've been telling yourself "not yet" for years…this conversation may be the one you've been avoiding-and needing. If this conversation resonated with you, visit ReInvention.biz to explore our guided workbook and join a community of people just like you - people designing what's next. www.ReInvention.biz **Subscribe to the ReInvention Podcast to stay plugged into fresh ideas, frameworks, and real-world tools for navigating the future of your work and life.

In this important episode, Todd Jason and Chris Thide unpack one of the most overlooked parts of career reinvention: the old mental and behavioral patterns that surface when you step into something new. Fear. Doubt. Imposter Syndrome. Overthinking. AND all the wonderful 'check out' behaviors that come with these negative thoughts.If you are wanting to turn mindless social media scrolling or your typical 3-hour binge of Netflix every night into fuel for your Successful ReInvention this episode is for you! Inside the session you'll get specific strategies to: Understand the root cause of why 'old thinking' resurfaces when you commit to change Use the 'crowding-out' strategy to break patterns sustainably Habituate the ability to "walk as if" you're becoming your best self (this is SO good)! Harness clarity as a springboard for dissolving unwanted behavior patterns Reclaim momentum when you feel stalled This episode is for people who are motivated to reinvent - but keep hitting invisible walls. If you know your next chapter matters… and you're ready to stop repeating old patterns that no longer fit who you're becoming, this conversation will meet you exactly where you are. If this conversation resonated with you, visit ReInvention.biz to explore our guided workbook and join a community of people just like you - people designing what's next. www.ReInvention.biz **Subscribe to the ReInvention Podcast to stay plugged into fresh ideas, frameworks, and real-world tools for navigating the future of your work and life.

Reinventing your career is exciting - but trying to do it alone is one of the fastest ways to stall, burn out, or second-guess yourself. In this episode, Todd Jason and Chris Thide explore one of the most overlooked accelerators of successful career reinvention: collaboration. This is a grounded, honest conversation about why reinvention isn't a solo journey - and how the right collaborators, mentors, and partners can help you move faster, smarter, and with far more confidence. Inside this episode, you'll discover: Why "lone wolf" reinvention often leads to unnecessary struggle How clarity attracts the right collaborators naturally The difference between collaborators, mentors, and business partners How to assess whether you thrive solo or as part of a team Why temporary experiments beat all-or-nothing commitments How to actually find collaborators and / or partners What healthy partnerships actually require to work long-term Todd and Chris also share the real story of how their own partnership formed - including the skepticism, experimentation, and alignment that made it work. If you're a mid-career professional exploring a new path - whether entrepreneurship, consulting, or a redesigned role - this episode will help you stop doing it all yourself and start building the support structure that reinvention demands. Your next career move can be your best one - when you design it around who you're becoming, and allow the right people to walk with you. If this conversation resonated with you, visit ReInvention.biz to explore our guided workbook and join a community of people just like you - people designing what's next. www.ReInvention.biz **Subscribe to the ReInvention Podcast to stay plugged into fresh ideas, frameworks, and real-world tools for navigating the future of your work and life.

If you're thinking about reinventing your career - or already in the middle of it - this episode tackles the one topic most people avoid…money. Todd Jason and Chris Thide dive deep into how to think clearly, calmly, and strategically about your financial runway during career reinvention - without denial, fantasy, or panic-driven decisions. This conversation is honest, grounded, and incredibly practical. It's about replacing fear with clarity so you can make smarter moves and actually enjoy the reinvention process. In this episode, you'll learn: The two numbers every reinventor must understand first How "unhappiness spending" quietly drains your runway Why thinking about 'replacement income' keeps people stuck How to plan realistic milestones instead of betting everything on one leap When side hustles actually become viable - and when they don't How to invest your time and money into reinvention without blowing up your life This episode is for mid-career professionals who feel called toward something new - but want to build their next chapter with intention, stability, and long-term upside. Your next career move can be your best one - when it's designed around who you're becoming, not who you've been. If this conversation resonated with you, visit ReInvention.biz to explore our guided workbook and join a community of people just like you - people designing what's next. www.ReInvention.biz **Subscribe to the ReInvention Podcast to stay plugged into fresh ideas, frameworks, and real-world tools for navigating the future of your work and life.

If you're in your 30s, 40s, or 50s and realizing, "I can't just keep doing this for the next 20-25 years"…this episode is for you. In this conversation, Todd Jason and Chris Thide go deep on one of the most overlooked pieces of any successful reinvention: Building New Skills on purpose. Not random courses. Not panicked certifications. Not shiny-object learning. They first walk you through how to honestly assess the skills you already have, and then how to identify where the gaps are. This self-assessment is absolutely critical for anyone reinventing their career.. You'll hear Todd and Chris unpack: Why clarity about your next chapter has to come before skill-building How to spot the skills you already have from your past career that you're totally underrating Why almost every reinventor must eventually learn some version of sales, marketing, and money skills The Tony Robbins story: the one skill he chose to master that changed everything When to outsource (and why doing it too early can quietly kill your reinvention) How to drop the ego, embrace being a beginner again, and actually have fun learning A simple way to audit your own "skill gaps" so you know exactly what to work on next This episode is blunt, practical, and surprisingly hopeful. If you've ever thought, "I'd love to reinvent myself…but I don't have the right skills", Todd and Chris will show you that you're closer than you think, and that becoming a student again might be the most energizing move of your midlife. If this conversation resonated with you, visit ReInvention.biz to explore our guided workbook and join a community of people just like you - people designing what's next. www.ReInvention.biz **Subscribe to the ReInvention Podcast to stay plugged into fresh ideas, frameworks, and real-world tools for navigating the future of your work and life.

What if your next chapter isn't "one job" - but a mix of things you actually care about that together add up to your income and identity? In this episode of the ReInvention Podcast, Todd Jason and Chris Thide break down the rise of portfolio careers - designing work around multiple income streams instead of a single, traditional role. They talk honestly about why the old "one job, one ladder" model is breaking down, and why now is the perfect moment to start experimenting with new ways to make money. You'll hear real stories from their clients and community: former executives turning skills into fractional work, consultants, coaches, creators, and people testing small experiments on the side before they leap. This is not just theory. It's a practical roadmap for reinventing your career in a world of AI, burnout, and massive change. In this episode, you'll learn: What a portfolio career actually is (and what it isn't) How to start making a little bit of money in new ways without blowing up your life Why your existing skills are way more transferable than you think Smart ways to use your network without feeling salesy or weird How to handle the emotional side of reinvention when people don't "get" what you're doing Why creative projects and "non-money" experiments often lead to real opportunities The mindset shift from "I need one perfect job" to "I'm the CEO of my own future" If you're burned out, bored, or just know you're meant for more than another decade of scrolling job boards, this conversation will help you see new options and give you permission to start small but real experiments now. If this conversation resonated with you, visit ReInvention.biz to explore our guided workbook and join a community of people just like you - people designing what's next. www.ReInvention.biz **Subscribe to the ReInvention Podcast to stay plugged into fresh ideas, frameworks, and real-world tools for navigating the future of your work and life.