Mid-Career Change

As we reach the end of the year, this episode is a chance to pause and look back at what 2025 has brought. It’s been a year of milestones for me — from publishing Mid-Career Change in January, to celebrating five years of the podcast, to running the pilot for my new Write Your Career course. I share what I learned from launching the book, the conversations that stood out on the podcast this year, and how the show has continued to grow in both listeners and engagement. I also talk about w...

Confidence can feel fragile during times of change — especially when you’re between chapters in your career. In this episode, I explore how to rebuild a steadier, more enduring form of confidence: the kind that comes from alignment, self-trust, and quiet action. Drawing on recent coaching conversations, I share how many mid-career professionals lose confidence not because their ability fades, but because the familiar structures that once supported them — job titles, recognition, belonging — s...

This episode marks a special milestone — five years since I launched the podcast back in November 2020. What began as a small experiment during uncertain times has grown into something much bigger: a space for real conversations, practical guidance, and inspiration for anyone navigating their career at mid-life. In this anniversary episode, I’m reflecting on the journey so far, what I’ve learned, and the insights that have come from over 100 episodes and 40+ guest interviews. Here’s what you ...

Being laid off is one of the hardest experiences a professional can face. It’s not just about losing a job or a paycheck — it’s about losing stability, identity, and a sense of direction. The shock can feel overwhelming, and the emotions that follow often mirror the stages of grief. In this episode of Mid Career Change, I sit down with Steve Jaffe, author of The Layoff Journey: From Dismissal to Discovery. Over a 25-year career in advertising and marketing, Steve experienced four layoffs. Eac...

In this episode of Mid-Career Change, I’m joined by Josh Fineman — coach, facilitator, and founder of beMoreMensch, a movement helping men reconnect with purpose, belonging, and personal growth. Josh shares his powerful mid-career story, from working in finance and running a creative agency to hitting a personal crossroads that changed everything. We talk about what happens when life on the outside looks fine, but inside, something’s missing — a familiar feeling for many in their 30s and 40s....

What happens when the life you’ve built no longer fits who you’ve become? In this episode, I’m joined by Lindsey Hall—divorce and intimacy coach, and former senior finance professional—who shares her powerful story of personal and professional reinvention. After a decade in corporate accounting, Lindsey faced a series of life changes that led her to question everything—from her career to her sense of self. Together we explore how to navigate emotional transitions like divorce, co-parenting an...

With Mairead Ramonet(MARA), Confidence & Mindset Coach What if your career looks great on the outside—but no longer feels right on the inside? In this episode, I’m joined by Mairead Ramonet, a confidence and mindset coach who works with high-achieving professionals in their 30s and 40s who’ve outgrown their old definition of success. Together, we explore the subtle but powerful signs that it might be time to rethink your direction. Mairead introduces the idea of being “secretly stuck”—a p...

In this episode of the Mid-Career Change podcast, I’m joined by visual strategist Ingrid Iill to explore how we can uncover the deeper patterns within our work – especially when things feel messy, scattered, or hard to define. Ingrid works with entrepreneurs and business leaders using a powerful and unique process called Signature Pattern Discovery. Through simple sketches and deep listening, she helps people see the organising principle at the heart of their work – the thread that weaves tog...