

Mid-Career Change
Mark Crossfield
Ever felt stuck in your career and wondered if it's too late to make a change? Listen to Mid-Career Change, a podcast dedicated to helping you rediscover purpose and make impactful shifts in your career.Hosted by Mark Crossfield, a professional career coach specialising in mid-career transitions, this podcast explores how you can find renewed fulfilment, clarity, and direction in your work. Whether you’re looking to overcome challenges, unlock new opportunities, or simply enjoy each workday more, Mid-Career Change offers actionable advice and inspiring stories from those who have transformed their own paths.In each episode, Mark shares practical guidance to help you move forward confidently, along with real-life stories of people who made the leap, found their “aha” moments, and redefined success on their own terms.
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Jun 7, 2023 • 11min
68. Is Career Coaching the Right Choice For You?
In this episode, I discuss career coaching and whether it might be your right choice for you. It’s a question many people ask me about, and since most people have never worked with a coach before, let alone a career coach, It’s a relevant question.I explore the considerations to make when considering career coaching and look at some of the alternatives.Thanks for listening! If you need support with your career:call me on 07833 593875email mark@bravocoaching.co.ukvisit www.bravocoaching.co.uk

May 24, 2023 • 42min
67. Raise the Bar: Overcoming Alcohol Addiction to Achieve Career Success
In this episode, I talk to an expert sobriety coach, Christine Coalson, who explains why drinking could be adversely affecting your career.Christine is an - IPHM accredited Sobriety and Wellbeing Life Coach, and she helps professionals to explore their relationship with alcohol and develop sustainable wellbeing strategies.For the sober-curious, this is well worth a listen.Thanks for listening! If you need support with your career:call me on 07833 593875email mark@bravocoaching.co.ukvisit www.bravocoaching.co.uk

May 10, 2023 • 11min
66. Revisiting the Career Mindset: A Guide to Success
In this episode, you will discover the 3 essential mindsets and 4 daily habits to drive success in your careerThis topic was the subject of one of my very first podcast episodes and it has been a popular episode ever since. So, I thought I would revisit the subject and again talk about the mindset for career success. I’ve updated the subject and refreshed the material – so, it’s more valuable than ever and well worth a listen.Thanks for listening! If you need support with your career:call me on 07833 593875email mark@bravocoaching.co.ukvisit www.bravocoaching.co.uk

Apr 26, 2023 • 10min
65. 4 obstacles to navigate in your mid-career
In this episode, I talk about the four common obstacles and challenges that you may encounter in your mid-career, and of course, I will tell you how to deal with these obstacles.Thanks for listening! If you need support with your career:call me on 07833 593875email mark@bravocoaching.co.ukvisit www.bravocoaching.co.uk

Apr 12, 2023 • 35min
64. Routes Out of Teaching: Melanie Cotton's Insights on Career Transitions
In this episode, I talk to Melanie Cotton, a former teacher turned freelance proofreader and creator of the YouTube channel, Routes Out of Teaching. Melanie shares her reflections on leaving the teaching profession after 25 years and provides valuable insights and advice for anyone considering a similar career change. We also discuss the emotional and mental struggles that come with leaving a profession and provide tips and resources for anyone feeling stuck in their career. This episode is not just for teachers but for anyone looking to find a job they love and have a great career.Thanks for listening! If you need support with your career:call me on 07833 593875email mark@bravocoaching.co.ukvisit www.bravocoaching.co.uk

Mar 29, 2023 • 14min
63. ACT at Work: Overcoming Worries, Boosting Confidence, and Achieving Success
In this episode, I talk about a new approach you might not have heard of that can help you deal with work anxiety, build confidence, and succeed in your career. This powerful approach is called Acceptance and Commitment Coaching (ACC) and is based on the principles of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy or ACT.Thanks for listening! If you need support with your career:call me on 07833 593875email mark@bravocoaching.co.ukvisit www.bravocoaching.co.uk

Mar 15, 2023 • 37min
62. Navigating the Future Workplace: The 7 Essential Career Skills with Emma Sue Prince
This episode is an interesting and informative interview for you with Emma Sue Prince. Emma Sue is a 7 Skills for the Future expert (more about this in the interview), an employability expert, author and a trainer. I was immediately drawn to Emma Sue when I visited her website and saw what she was all about. Also, the eye is drawn to these words on her website. ‘Love your work and you’ll never work another day!’ I had to meet and interview Emma Sue. We talk about the future of the workplace and what’s next for hybrid working. Emma Sue talks about her 7 skills for the future and why they’re important in the workplace of today and tomorrow and also why they are essential for career changers. We talk about adaptability, resilience and the importance of integrity in the workplace. It’s worth hanging around until the end to hear Emma Sue’s advice for how you can love you job and have a great career.Thanks for listening! If you need support with your career:call me on 07833 593875email mark@bravocoaching.co.ukvisit www.bravocoaching.co.uk

Mar 1, 2023 • 8min
61. From Vision to Reality: Achieving Your Long-Term Career Goals
In this episode, I dive into the world of career planning. I provide you with the tools and strategies to turn your long-term career vision into reality. So, whether you're just starting out in your career or looking to make a change, this episode is for you. Thanks for listening! If you need support with your career:call me on 07833 593875email mark@bravocoaching.co.ukvisit www.bravocoaching.co.uk

Feb 15, 2023 • 10min
60. How to have more productive career discussions with your manager
In this podcast, I talk about how to have more productive career discussions with your manager.Many of my clients report having difficult relationships with their managers. And this can be detrimental to your career because your manager is often in a perfect position to support you in your career. And, at worse, they can interfere with your progress … So, this podcast contains lots of actionable content.Thanks for listening! If you need support with your career:call me on 07833 593875email mark@bravocoaching.co.ukvisit www.bravocoaching.co.uk

Feb 1, 2023 • 11min
59. Career Experimentation: 5 Low-Risk Ways to Discover Your Dream Job
In this podcast, I discuss how to make progress with a career change — either switching roles or breaking into a new industry or sector, without blindly stepping into the unknown,Specifically, I talk about the 5 most important career experiments you can try right now. Career Experiments are short-term, low-risk activities that expose you to a career skill or area you might be considering for your future. This might allow you to try out a new job or career role on a limited scale without compromising your current job or having to leap into a new position too quickly.Thanks for listening! If you need support with your career:call me on 07833 593875email mark@bravocoaching.co.ukvisit www.bravocoaching.co.uk