126: What’s Really Holding You Back from Career Change?

When it comes to mid-career change, most of us start by thinking about our CV, job title, or LinkedIn profile. But often, the real barriers aren’t out there—they’re in here.

In this solo episode, I explore the inner game of career change: the doubts, fears, and identity questions that so often keep us stuck—even when we know we want something more.

You’ll hear about the kinds of internal resistance I see in coaching sessions all the time: fear of regret, feeling like you’re walking away from part of who you are, and the quiet dread that says, “What if I’m not good enough to make a change?”

But this episode isn’t just about recognising those blocks—it’s about coaching yourself through them.

I’ll share three practical coaching tools you can use to move forward with more clarity and confidence:

• A question that helps you cut through surface confusion
• An exercise to connect with your wiser, future self
• And a strategy to take small, low-risk steps toward something new

If you’re feeling unsettled in your current role, or stuck between where you are and where you might want to be—this episode is for you.

You don’t need to have it all figured out. You just need to be willing to look a little deeper—and take one small step forward.

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To explore these tools further, check out my book Mid-Career Change or visit bravocoaching.co.uk for free guides and coaching support.

Thanks for listening!

If you need support with your career:
call me on 07833 593875
email mark@bravocoaching.co.uk
visit www.bravocoaching.co.uk