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EPISODE · Sep 3, 2025 · 11 MIN

#47: 4 Guaranteed Ways To Clarify What You Want Next In Your Career

from The Career By Design Podcast with Stacey Back · host Stacey Back

Going round and round in circles trying to figure out what you want next in your career?Today, I’m talking about how I moved from overthinking to clarity -- and now support my clients to do the same in their careers.There’s a common mistake I see high-achievers make when they’re at a career crossroads. One which is keeping them stuck. And it’s something I did too… Back in 2017, I was feeling unfulfilled in my decade long recruitment career and burnt out in my business. I remember agonising over what I wanted to do next for months. I spent hours going down the Google rabbit hole, hoping my dream career path would magically jump out at me!But trying to THINK my way to a solution kept me stuck in analysis paralysis. I know it sounds counterintuitive -- especially when you’re logical and strategic. Yet trying to think your way to clarity is exactly what keeps you stuck.So what helped me find clarity?It was TAKING ACTION. By following my curiosity and finding practical ways to explore different career paths.In this episode, I’m sharing 4 steps to help you shift out of analysis paralysis and into action, so you start finding clarity on your career direction. These ideas are practical, grounded in experience and designed to move you from confusion to clarity.You'll learn:Why getting clear on your internal motivation is the essential first step, so you find clarity on your direction a whole lot fasterThe surprising question that shifts ‘I don’t know what I want’ into clarity on your next stepA powerful strategy to pinpoint what you want next, grow your network and unlock new career opportunitiesThe game-changing step to discover what you enjoy, build transferrable skills and clarify your ideal career pathSo hit play NOW -- and let’s dive in!Thanks for listening. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave me a 5 star rating and review. It helps more people find the podcast and benefit too! LINKS:At a crossroads in your career? Take the FREE Career Success Code Assessment.Book a 60 minute Career Strategy Session for support with one immediate career goal or challenge.Ready to find clarity, build confidence and create a strategy to take ownership of your career? Check out the Ignite Your Career program and apply for a free 30 minute consult to get started.Learn more about my services for individuals and organisations at staceyback.com or connect with me on LinkedIn or Instagram.

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Going round and round in circles trying to figure out what you want next in your career? Today, I’m talking about how I moved from overthinking to clarity -- and now support my clients to do the same in their careers. There’s a common mistake I see high-achievers make when they’re at a career crossroads. One which is keeping them stuck. And it’s something I did too… Back in 2017, I was feeling unfulfilled in my decade long recruitment career and burnt out in my business. I remember agon...

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