Happen To Your Career | Career Transition, Career Changes, Figure Out What You Want, Jobs, Strengths, Starting Businesses

You've got the entrepreneurial itch. Maybe you're Googling "How much savings do I need to start a business?" or "At what point can I quit my job?" Stop right there. As someone who has launched five businesses (two failures, three successes) I can tell you, these questions feel important, but they’re actually keeping you stuck. Successful business usually aren't thanks to a perfect plan. They're often the result of someone who got curious and took action. In this episode, we’ll break down the questions you need to ask yourself, mindset shifts, small experiments, and key strategies that can help you build a sustainable business (if that's actually what you want to do

You may already know what you truly want to be doing, but haven’t allowed yourself to consider it... yet. Karen Woodin-Rodríguez had a thriving career in international development, but found herself wondering, 'Is this really it?' In this episode, Karen shares how she discovered that true fulfillment wasn’t about following the expected path, but about tuning into her deepest desires. By aligning her career with what she desired, she created a life she loves. Join us as Karen reveals how embracing your desires can be the key to unlocking both career fulfillment and a life that feels right for you.   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 Mi

You spend time crafting the perfect LinkedIn message or email… and then? Crickets. No response. Just another message lost in the void. With inboxes overflowing (and AI-generated spam everywhere), people are more skeptical than ever. Generic messages get ignored, salesy pitches get deleted, but that doesn’t mean you can’t break through the noise! In this episode, Scott walks you through exactly how to write a networking email or LinkedIn message that actually gets a response. What you’ll learn The three key elements of an effective outreach message Why your messages are being ignored (and the mistakes you’re likely making) How to make genuine connections without feeling awkward or transactional 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 y

Job searching in 2025 feels impossible — here’s what to do about it. Recruiters are flooded with applications. Job postings get hundreds (sometimes thousands!) of applicants. So how do you make sure you don’t get lost in the shuffle? You might think the key is the perfect resume or just getting in front of the right hiring manager. But what if all that effort is wasted if you skip one crucial step? In this episode, we reveal the single biggest factor that determines whether you get interviews, callbacks, and offers (even in a hyper-competitive job market). If job searching in 2025 feels harder than ever, this is the episode you need to hear. What you'll learn  The one element that makes all the difference when it comes to job searching. Why traditional applications don’t work as well anymore and what to do instead. The importance of targeting companies, not just job postings, and how to approach them.   Resources mentioned The Seven Elements of Meaningful Work Podcast Episodes about the Ideal Career Prof

What happens when the career you worked so hard to build no longer fits the life you want? When a family health crisis made Divya reevaluate her priorities, she realized her career no longer aligned with her values. In this episode, she shares the emotional journey of stepping away from a high-pressure role to prioritize family, well-being, and balance. Divya reveals how she untangled her career identity and found a new role that truly fits her life. What you’ll learn How to untangle your career identity and prioritize what truly matters. How to shift your mindset from career success to life fulfillment. Why your career doesn’t have to define who you are or your happiness.   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? Sched

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 Learn how identifying and leveraging your unique strengths can transform your career and help you find work that truly fits you. Discover why having self awareness (like understanding your values, passions, and blind spots) is essential to making intentional career changes and thriving in any role. Gain insights on embracing change, taking calculated risks, and creating a career that aligns with your strengths and life goals.   Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook!

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! Resources Mentioned Sandra's Full Story: Leaving Education and Burnout Behind for a Journey to Meaningful Work Should I Quit My Job Without Another Lined Up? Build Bridges, Don’t Burn Them: How To Leave A Job on Good Terms What you’ll learn How to negotiate a severance package, even in industries that typi

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  The importance of building a career in alignment with your life How to use feedback from your support system to find a career that fits you 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 scott@ha

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 y

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.

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!  

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 How to align your goals with your strengths for greater success and fulfillment. Practical ways to build accountability into your goal setting process. Tips for recognizing when it’s time to pivot or adjust your goals. Fresh strategies to set bold, meaningful goals for the year ahead.   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 so

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 Why staying in your current role may be the biggest risk of all The importance of giving yourself a deadline and taking action (even if you’re not ready!) How to know if you’re on a proactive or reactive career path   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

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.

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!

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 someone on the team about your situation? Schedule a conversation   Free Resources What

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

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 o

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

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 ord