EPISODE · Jan 23, 2026 · 37 MIN
Stay, Shape, Exit: The Framework for When You’re Over Your Job
from Not Us Podcast · host Angela Samantha Kaaber Kilian
January has people asking the same brutal question: “Can I really do another year like last year?” In this episode, Angela & Sam talk about the frustration of returning to work after the holidays, the emotional hangover of empty promises, and the quiet pressure to make a career decision fast.They introduce a practical framework: Stay, Shape, or ExitStay: What am I learning and building right now?Shape: What needs to change to make this sustainableExit: What are my red lines, and what runway do I need?They also get real about the job market, fear-based hiring, salary shifts, AI, networking, and why interviews often come down to one thing: vibe.If you’re reassessing your role, job hunting, or trying to rebuild your career from a more empowered place, this episode will help you reset with clarity.
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January has people asking the same brutal question: “Can I really do another year like last year?” In this episode, Angela & Sam talk about the frustration of returning to work after the holidays, the emotional hangover of empty promises, and the quiet pressure to make a career decision fast.They introduce a practical framework: Stay, Shape, or ExitStay: What am I learning and building right now?Shape: What needs to change to make this sustainableExit: What are my red lines, and what runway do I need?They also get real about the job market, fear-based hiring, salary shifts, AI, networking, and why interviews often come down to one thing: vibe.If you’re reassessing your role, job hunting, or trying to rebuild your career from a more empowered place, this episode will help you reset with clarity.
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