Happen To Your Career - Meaningful Work, Career Change, & Career Design

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 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) Figuring Out Your Perfect Career Match (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)

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 How to focus your career change by narrowing down and targeting your ideal organization The power of specificity: identifying key company attributes that align with your values and career goals The importance of persistence and building relationships to land a job with your ideal organization 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) Changing Careers (When You Don’t Know Your Next Job Title) (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)

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 The importance of defining success on your own terms How to maintain confidence during a challenging career transition How to communicate and market your skills when changing to an entirely new and different industry 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 Figuring Out Your Perfect Career Match (Spotify / Apple Podcasts) Discover Your Strengths to Find Your Ideal Career (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)

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 conversations with many people in his network, and ultimately to his new, exciting role What you’ll learn How to reach out to your network and leverage your social circle to uncover new opportunities How Travis reflected on his interests to identify the industries he should explore How creating an ideal career profile can help you evaluate if roles are right for you (and make sure you don't settle) 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 Stuck in a Career You're Unhappy With? Fear Of Taking Risks Could Be Keeping You There (Spotify / Apple Podcasts) Changing Careers (When You Don’t Know Your Next Job Title) (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)

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 Quiz: Do You Really Need a Resume? Figure it Out 8-day Mini Course

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 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 An Overthinker's Guide To Making Better Career Decisions (Spotify /Apple Podcasts) Stuck in a Career You're Unhappy With? Fear Of Taking Risks Could Be Keeping You There (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)

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! 😎   Want to figure out what career fits you? Check out our free 8-day mini-course to get started!

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 How to recognize when it's time to make a major career change Strategies to help you overcome limiting beliefs and trust your inner wisdom during career change The importance of defining the meaning behind your work and looking beyond the financial side   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 Changing Careers (When You Don’t Know Your Next Job Title) (Spotify / Apple Podcasts) How to Figure Out What You Really Want (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)

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 4 questions to ask before quitting your job The negatives of running away from a job Who you need to involve when decide if you should quit your job How to set your life up to focus on 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 An Overthinker's Guide To Making Better Career Decisions (Spotify /Apple Podcasts) Stuck in a Career You're Unhappy With? Fear Of Taking Risks Could Be Keeping You There (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)

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. Check out our free 8-day mini course, to start defining the life you want to live and figuring out how work fits into that! 

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  How to know when it’s time to leave a job you’re great at Questions to ask in an interview to make sure a role is right for you How to use your strengths to create career clarity   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) Discover Your Strengths to Find Your Ideal Career (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)

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 The importance of being honest with yourself about a job or career that is no longer a good fit How to reach out to your support network for guidance during a career change The significance of aligning your work with your values and taking risks to find fulfilling 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 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 Should I Quit My Job? How to Know It’s Time (Spotify / Apple Podcasts) Stuck in a Career You're Unhappy With? Fear Of Taking Risks Could Be Keeping You There (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)

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 How to recognize when a job is no longer serving your well-being and growth. Strategies for overcoming fear and self-doubt when considering a career change. The importance of finding a work environment that aligns with your values and strengths.   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 An Overthinker's Guide To Making Better Career Decisions (Spotify /Apple Podcasts) Should I Quit My Job? How to Know It’s Time (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)

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   Email scott@happentoyourcareer.com and let me know your "career catalyst"

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 How intentional career design can lead to greater fulfillment The importance of being open to growth and change as your family evolves. How to know when it’s time to leave your long-term career (even if it’s going well!)   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 Should I Quit My Job? How to Know It’s Time (Spotify / Apple Podcasts) How to Figure Out What You Really Want (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)

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  How to recognize signs that it's time to pivot from your current role. Strategies to redefine success on your own terms. Insights on finding a fulfilling path that truly fits you outside the corporate environment. 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 Should I Quit My Job? How to Know It’s Time (Spotify / Apple Podcasts) Executive Burnout: Making A Midlife Career Change (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)

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 How to uncover hidden career paths you didn’t even know existed. The power of identifying your strengths to figure out what truly makes you thrive. How to use an ideal career profile to clarify your must-haves in your next role The importance of experimenting and ruling out what doesn’t fit during 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 Figuring Out Your Perfect Career Match (Spotify / Apple Podcasts) Changing Careers (When You Don’t Know Your Next Job Title) (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)

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 How to identify when your career no longer aligns with your core values and life goals The importance of untangling your identity from your job to find greater fulfillment Practical steps for navigating burnout and reclaiming the love you once had for your career 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 Should I Quit My Job? How to Know It’s Time (Spotify / Apple Podcasts) Discover Your Strengths to Find Your Ideal Career (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)

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 How to align your career with your true self How career coaching can help you remove blind spots and guide you toward a meaningful career The importance of self-awareness, relationship-building, and self-care during career change How reflection (self reflection and reflecting on past roles) can lead to career satisfaction   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) Figuring Out Your Perfect Career Match (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)

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 How 4 lawyers made a career change to more fulfilling work How Jenna realized criminal prosecution no longer aligned with her life and priorities The negative impacts a high-pressure job had on Rebecca's health How Adam used transferable skills from law to change to a much more fulfilling career How Rob used his strengths to navigate a successful career change Hear their full story! Jenna - Lawyer Career Change: Finding Balance as a Working Mom  Rebecca - How to Approach Your Support System About Making a Career Change Adam - Career Change for Lawyers Who Feel Stuck Rob - How to Make a Career Change When You Don't Know What You Want   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 Executive Burnout: Making A Midlife Career Change (Spotify / Apple Podcasts) Stuck in a Career You're Unhappy With? Fear Of Taking Risks Could Be Keeping You There (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)