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EPISODE · Sep 4, 2025 · 28 MIN

Making a Career Pivot That Actually Fits You

from Happen To Your Career - Meaningful Work, Career Change, Career Design, & Job Search · host Scott Anthony Barlow

When Nick's customer success role shifted into a high-pressure sales position, he quickly realized he was forcing himself into a job that didn't fit. Instead of powering through, he discovered his strengths, redefined what he truly wanted, and made a pivot into finance — without starting over. In this episode, Scott Anthony Barlow and Nick break down the exact steps he took to move from misaligned work to a career that finally feels right. What you'll learn 😓 Why forcing yourself into the wrong role erodes confidence 💡 How to uncover your true strengths and align them with your work 🧪 The role of "mini-experiments" and conversations in testing new paths 💼 How Nick pivoted into finance without starting from scratch 🔑 Why transferable skills are more valuable than you think 🛠️ Practical steps to rebuild confidence during a career change   Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit  happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation   Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.   Related Episodes How to Translate Your Value to Organizations After a Career Break (Spotify / Apple Podcasts) How to Strategically Use Your Strengths in an Interview (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)

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