The Many Versions of Me: How I Became The Career Clarity Expert

Original Air Date: 9/1/25Have you ever sat there staring at your LinkedIn headline, your bio, or even just a blank page thinking: How do I explain who I am and what I do?If so, you’re not alone.In this episode of This Wasn’t My Plan, I’m pulling back the curtain on my own messy, layered, and (sometimes) cringe-worthy journey of titles and career pivots. From pharmacist to hospital administrator, from marketing strategist to coach, to consultant, to, finally, owning the title of The Career Clarity Expert.Here’s what I want you to know: your first title won’t be your last. Every version of you carries wisdom, momentum, and lessons that shape where you’re going next.Inside this episode, I share:Why I no longer call myself a “coach” (and why words matter).The six versions of me that shaped the work I do today.The single thread that followed me through every pivot—and how to find yours.Why outsourcing your title to trends or LinkedIn buzzwords will never bring clarity.Practical ways to embrace the “messy middle” of your career identity without losing yourself.If you’ve ever felt stuck between who you’ve been and who you’re becoming, this conversation will hit home.🎧 Press play and let’s talk about how to stop shrinking into old titles, and start claiming the clarity that’s already yours.Links + Resources:Follow me on Instagram: @rxashleehayesShare this episode with a friend or teammate who’s figuring out their next chapterDM me: What version of yourself are you outgrowing right now?