Career Relaunch®

Laura McIntyre shares her journey going from professional opera singing to management consulting at a leading professional services firm. In the Mental Fuel® segment, I'll talk about the important role curiosity plays in opening new career doors.

Dorna Lakayan, an architect who's made multiple international moves, shares her journey of figuring out where she belongs. We'll discuss the challenges of penetrating new professional circles and the emotional dynamics of running your own business.

Sandeep Achanta, a former fitness professional in India turned service designer in the UK describes how you can discover what ignites you, bravely leap into a new professional role, and embrace your unique career journey. I also share some thoughts on overcoming the mental hurdle of starting over during the Mental Fuel® segment.

Gisela Prunes Garcia shares her journey of moving from Spain to the US then back as she built her career as an HR professional. We discuss the hidden benefits of career transitions and the challenges that come from being in between jobs.

For this special 100th episode of the Career Relaunch® podcast, Anne Tumlinson, ATI Advisory CEO and Daughterhood founder joins us again to share her reflections, perspectives, and lessons learned since being the very first guest I interviewed for this show seven years ago. Then, in the Mental Fuel® segment, I’ll share my top takeaways about managing the dynamics of career change that I’ve learned from the guests on this show.

Broadway musical performer turned web engineer Carla Stickler explains how she managed to balance multiple career endeavors while pivoting into a brand new industry on episode 99 of the Career Relaunch® podcast. In the Mental Fuel® segment, I'll explain how to embrace and manage the inevitable messiness of career transitions.

Political scientist turned key account manager Claudia Bruce-Quartey explains how self-advocacy can enable you to survive and thrive in a role and industry far outside your comfort zone. In the Mental Fuel® segment, I share some thoughts on how I manage the delicate balance between modesty and self-advocacy.

In episode 97 of the Career Relaunch® podcast, Aisling Drennan, a Riverdance Irish dancer turned artist shares her thoughts on shifting from an international stage to an art studio. We'll discuss the deeply personal choice of when to walk away from an established career, the inevitable challenges of starting anything new, and the importance of championing your own work. I also share some thoughts on when you can tell the time has come to move on during the Mental Fuel® segment.

Tech product designer Rina Takikawa shares her story of leaving her career as a professional ballerina behind to find more fulfillment in her professional life.

Physician turned medical director Ali Jawa describes his evolution from physician to medical director and explains the importance of setting clear boundaries in your career. In the Mental Fuel® segment, I'll talk about the concept of defining clear thresholds that trigger you to take action in your career.

HR adviser turned executive coach Maura Lightfoot discusses finding your voice and identifying the common thread across all your experiences. I also share my thoughts on the importance of owning your own narrative during the Mental Fuel® segment.

Stefania Tosini, a press officer turned talent acquisition specialist discusses what she wrestled with when making her decision to move from Italy to Germany during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Jenny Goh shares her journey going from researcher to conference organizer to IT project manager and explains the benefits of side hobbies and transitional jobs to your career. During episode 92 of the Career Relaunch® podcast, I'll also talk about how my own hobbies have influenced my professional life in surprising ways.

Corporate lawyer turned workplace wellbeing consultant Tom Keya candidly describes his pivot from law into wellness. We discuss the dangerous side of work hustle culture and the hidden costs of relentlessly climbing the corporate ladder. During the Mental Fuel® segment, I describe how to organize your work to ensure you’re honoring your professional priorities in the year ahead.

Samantha Tovera-Agustin, an HR professional turned founder explains why she chose to move her entire family from the Bay Area to the Philippines. We'll discuss the challenging balance between work and parenthood, signs that suggest you may need a change in your career, and ways you can prevent career regret.

Kessler Bickford, a magazine editor turned psychotherapist, discusses the challenges of deciding where you take your career when you have multiple interests and the distinction between identifying and actually pursuing your passion.

Melody Mack, an neurodiagnostics business owner turned project manager shares her thoughts on managing your relationship with work, letting go of a business you created, and taking an honest look at who you are.

Assistant professor of economics turned data science practice leader candidly describes his pivot from academia into the private sector. We also discuss the unique challenges of academic careers, the importance of being open to new sectors, and why confidence is one of the most important assets to have during career transitions. During the Mental Fuel® segment, I share my thoughts on what's behind The Great Resignation.

Norma Kimber, an operational excellence director at an established, global financial services firm who pivoted to become a virtual assistant and business owner, shares her journey of walking away from her stable, senior role in the corporate world to start her own business.

Making a major geographical move can certainly be exciting but also disruptive, jarring, and disorienting. Becoming a new parent is such a privilege but also life-altering in a way that creates both benefits and challenges. Nicole Webb, a journalist and news reader turned media consultant and author, describes what she experienced when moving from Australia to Hong Kong and eventually China while adjusting to life as a new mother. She'll discuss how she managed to adapt and thrive in the midst of tremendous professional and personal change.