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EPISODE · Oct 9, 2025 · 23 MIN

96. How to Make Career Moves Without Second-Guessing Everything

from You're Overqualified Podcast - Career and Leadership Strategies for Women · host Dani Tan - Leadership Coach and Speaker

In episode 96, we’re talking about how to make bold career moves without spiraling into overthinking or second-guessing every step.Big decisions, whether it’s pivoting industries, leaving corporate, or starting a business, will always come with fear and uncertainty. That’s why I use a framework with my clients called the ABC Plan, designed to help you name what you really want, prepare for the hard moments, and create the safety net you need to move forward with confidence.In this episode, I cover:How to define your Plan A, your boldest vision, without worrying about practicalityWhy creating a Plan B helps you navigate the messy middle when things get toughHow Plan C builds the psychological safety to take risks without panicReal client stories of making big career pivots, from corporate jobs to new cities and businessesPractical ways to reduce stress, detach from outcomes, and keep momentum even when challenges show upIf you’ve been stuck in hesitation or caught in loops of “what ifs,” this episode will show you how to ground your decisions in clarity and create the confidence to finally move forward.Key Takeaways:Your boldest goals must be named before they can be achievedChallenges are inevitable, prepare for them instead of quitting when they comeA safety net creates the confidence to take calculated risksDetaching from outcomes helps you show up with clarity and energyChapters:00:00 ABC Plan: Define Plan A Vision04:06 Start with a Bold Desired Outcome06:41 Plan B: Prepare for Hard Moments09:50 Navigating the Messy Middle15:04 Plan C: Build Psychological Safety18:28 Managing Uncertainty with a Safety NetLearn more and stay connected:www.danitan.comwww.linkedin.com/in/dani-tanJoin my weekly newsletter

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