A good friend of mine has worked in a particular sector for most of her career. 

From the outside she’s one of those people who’s life looks perfect. But more recently over a series of honest talks, she’s confided in me that she hates her job. 

Has done for years. 

Naturally I’ve asked, “why don’t you do something else?” 

She explained that there were a couple of big things keeping her stuck. Firstly, she doesn’t know what she wants to do instead. (Kind of a problem).

The other big thing is that she’s overwhelmed with self-doubt at the idea of making a big change. She’s been doing what she’s been doing for so long, that at least she knows she’s good at it. It feels terrifying to walk away from.

This week on Tiger Therapy, I’m speaking to world authority on career transitions, who has been named one of the most influential business thinkers in the world.

Herminia Ibarra is Professor of Organisational Behaviour at London Business School. She also spent years teaching at INSEAD and Harvard Business School. Her career has been spent researching leadership, women’s advancement, and career transitions. 

Her latest book Working Identity: Unconventional Strategies for Reinventing Your Career, explores why so many people get stuck, why career-pivots feel so hard, and what to do about it.

If you’ve ever dreamed of starting again - this one’s for you. 

Thanks so much, Herminia for coming on Tiger Therapy!

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You can learn more about Herminia and buy her book here.

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