

Happen To Your Career - Meaningful Work, Career Change, Career Design, & Job Search
Scott Anthony Barlow
You’re not totally happy with your career (obviously!) You also know that there “has to be something out there that’s better.” That hope that you can find meaningful and fulfilling work, that also pays you well, has led you here!
This is the show that provides the inspiration, tools, and roadmaps to move from where you are to work that matters to you and uniquely fits your strengths and talents.
This is the show that provides the inspiration, tools, and roadmaps to move from where you are to work that matters to you and uniquely fits your strengths and talents.
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Jan 29, 2024 • 33min
Overcoming Limiting Beliefs and Cracking the Job Search Code
Learn how Angie overcame limiting beliefs to land her dream job through a job board. Discover the importance of knowing what you want in a job search and making self-development a priority. Explore the challenges of making a career change and finding fulfillment. Gain insights into the differences between current and past job opportunities.

Jan 22, 2024 • 23min
Build Bridges, Don't Burn Them: How To Leave A Job on Good Terms
Leaving a job doesn't have to mean burning bridges. This podcast explores how to leave a job on good terms and build stronger connections. It provides actionable steps and advice on planning the conversation with your boss, setting up your team for success, and strengthening relationships. It emphasizes the importance of seeking expert help and engaging in a problem-solving mindset when preparing for a future job change.

Jan 18, 2024 • 40min
Changing Careers Again is Always an Option (550 Part 2)
A career change is not permanent. You may be thinking, “Of course I know that!” But it’s a different story when you’ve put tons of hard work, time and effort into making a career change only for it not to pan out. *insert exasperated sigh 😩 However, when this happened to Michal, her reaction was excitement. She had gone into her initial career change with the mindset that at some point, she would likely grow into something else. And that simple mindset shift changed everything! ✨ This bonus episode is part 2 of Michal’s story. You can hear Michal’s original career change episode here 👉 550: Career Change Identity Crisis: Who Am I If I Leave This Job? Luckily, her second change ended up being a breeze compared to the first. Why? Well, thanks to all of that work she had put into her career change the first time around Michal knew exactly what she needed to feel fulfilled in a new role— so all she needed to do was find the perfect fit! Hear how Michal went from academia to a research role, and then to working for the federal government. She even gives great strategies on how to customize your resume during the job search! This episode gives great insight into how to make each iteration of your career better and better!

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Jan 15, 2024 • 39min
Career Change Identity Crisis: Who Am I If I Leave This Job?
Have you ever felt like your career was on autopilot? Or that you were getting so far into your career that you felt like you couldn’t leave without starting over? This is what happened to Michal. She spent years getting her doctorate and when the time came to get a job in academia, she did it without thinking… because that’s just what you do! Right? Right??? Unfortunately, doing things the normal way, without question, put Michal in the same place many others are — In a job that isn’t a great fit and doesn’t particularly line up with what you want out of life! Hear how Michal untangled her identity from her longstanding career and found a new fulfilling career that aligned with her authentic self. Also, learn 5 internal obstacles of career change and discover how to navigate a career change without losing yourself! What you’ll learn How to separate your identity from your career 5 common internal obstacles that stop career change How to recognize if you're career has become stagnant Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over. Related Episodes How to Figure Out What You Really Want (Spotify / Apple Podcasts) Should I Quit My Job? How to Know It’s Time (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)

Jan 8, 2024 • 21min
Finding Your Ideal Career Fit by Conducting Career Experiments
What’s the best way to determine if a different role or industry is right for you? Many people believe you must take huge risks to figure this out, but that’s not the case. Career experiments are the answer! These are the opposite of the tactical career change approaches you often hear about, yet far more effective. We are going to cover one of the most highly effective types of career experiments today: test driving conversations. This experiment will allow you to meet new people, quickly test new careers, and pave the way for creating your very own role custom-fit to you. To demonstrate how this experiment works firsthand, Scott walks through Laura Morrison’s career change (episode 213), and explains step-by-step how she test drove conversations that led to finding a role that was perfect for her. Laura’s Career Change Episodes: Part 1 - Switching Industries Without Compromising Your Career’s Trajectory Part 2 (Where are they now) - Being Happy in an Exhausting Job What you’ll learn How to explore new careers and industries through conversations Why an ideal career profile is a game changer for career change How Laura strategically used career experiments to find her ideal career Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over. Related Episodes Six Career Experiments To Help You Discover Your Ideal New Role (Spotify / Apple Podcasts) Discover Your Strengths to Find Your Ideal Career (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)

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Jan 1, 2024 • 41min
How To Create Connections When You Despise Traditional Networking (Without Schmoozing)
Learn how to build genuine relationships and make connections without resorting to transactional networking. Discover the power of introductions in building trust and credibility. Get guidance on making an intentional career change and find out more about their book on Amazon and Audible.

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Dec 25, 2023 • 39min
Embracing the Unconventional to Craft a Career You Love
The podcast discusses finding fulfillment in work, leveraging strengths, and transitioning between different career paths. It explores career aspirations as a teenager, reflections on ADHD, and the transition from business owner to corporate employee. The success of the podcast and the factors contributing to it are also discussed, along with the satisfaction of receiving feedback after a decade of work.

Dec 18, 2023 • 33min
Making A Career Change Abroad Through Intentional Networking
I'll let you in on a secret, almost everyone thinks their network isn't big enough or strong enough to help them land their ideal role. But you (and a ton of other people) are wrong! Studies have shown that it's actually not the people closest to us, the people you likely think of when you think of your network, that can help you advance in your career. It's actually the friends or friends that really make things happen. Skeptical? Confused? In this week's episode, Tanya discusses how she used her network to land a job abroad at her dream organization! What you’ll learn How Tanya made a career change from entertainment to working in wellness abroad The power of intentional networking: Tanya's strategy to connect and build relationships (that helped land her role!) How to define your career needs and target organizations that match Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over. Related Episodes Figuring Out Your Perfect Career Match (Spotify / Apple Podcasts) Designing Career Experiments and Testing New Careers (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)

Dec 11, 2023 • 39min
Unlocking the Power of Your Signature Strengths
The key to unlocking the life you desire? Your signature strengths! You have a unique value to offer the world, and your signature strengths are the way to figure out how you operate at your best. Discover the counterintuitive nature of strengths, and learn insightful exercises to figure out your unique signature strengths. Tune in to embark on a journey toward a more fulfilling and empowered life. 🚀 What you’ll learn How to identify your signature strengths Simple yet powerful exercises that unveil patterns to define your signature strengths How to use a feedback loop to continuously refine and apply your strengths, unlocking their true potential. Links Relevant Episode - 543: How To Use Your Signature Strengths To Get Hired Past Roles Exercise Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.

Dec 4, 2023 • 31min
Strategic Career Transition: Leveraging Your Strengths to Change Careers
Learn the importance of self-discovery, strengths, networking, and test driving conversations in crafting a fulfilling and purpose-driven career. Discover how to uncover your strengths, identify burnout, and use your network to explore new career paths. The podcast also discusses the process of career transition, the value of coaching, and the significance of leveraging strengths and past experiences. Plus, get a preview of an audiobook featuring career changers and a sneak peek into the next episode on using strengths for career success.