Career Change Isn't Starting Over

Have you ever wanted to change careers but worried it would mean throwing away everything you've worked so hard to build? In this episode, I'm joined by career transition coach Meghan McCaffery to explore one of the biggest myths about career change: that changing directions means starting over. Together, we unpack the limiting beliefs that keep so many people feeling stuck, from the sunk cost fallacy and fear of failure to worrying about what others will think. Whether you've spent five years or twenty years in your current career, this conversation offers a refreshing perspective on how your past experiences, skills, and strengths can become the foundation for what's next. If you're feeling called toward a new chapter but don't know where to begin, Meghan shares practical exercises to help you explore new possibilities without taking unnecessary risks. In this episode, you'll explore: Why changing careers doesn't mean starting over How the sunk cost fallacy keeps people stuck Ways to identify transferable skills for a new career Practical exercises to explore new career paths with confidence How to overcome fear, self-doubt, and other people's expectations when making a career change