

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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Sep 25, 2023 • 37min
Overcoming Burnout by Prioritizing Career Well-being with Emilie Aries
People who have good "career well-being" are interested in their work and answer yes to the question, “Do you like what you do each day?" The opposite of that? Career burnout. And in today's world, "burnout culture" is pervasive. If you've ever experienced career burnout or are looking to prevent it, this conversation with Emilie Aries is a must-listen! Emilie shares the core values that transformed her from burnout to a happier and more productive place in her career and life. Prioritize your well-being, take control of your life, and watch the positive changes unfold! What you’ll learn The 3 core variables to help fight burnout How to practice saying “no” and the difference it can make for your life The difference between assertive and aggressive communication How to be more strategic with your life and career to avoid burnout 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 Should I Quit My Job? How to Know It’s Time (Spotify / Apple Podcasts) Executive Burnout: Making A Midlife Career Change (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)

Sep 18, 2023 • 34min
Creating Your Ideal Career by Asking for What You Want
Could the answer to thriving at work be as simple as knowing what you want and then asking for it? When we last caught up with Nancy (on episode 532 of the HTYC podcast) she had decided to leave a company she co-founded and had spent 20 years working for. The goal? To explore a genuinely fulfilling career that gave her full autonomy and made her happy. Learn how Nancy navigated multiple offers and ultimately created her ideal career by figuring out what would bring her the most happiness and confidently going after it! (Don’t miss Part 1 of Nancy’s story!) What you’ll learn How to approach conversations with leaders to ask for what you want in a role The obstacles (including your own strengths!) that may be holding you back from your ideal career The importance of assessing your priorities and aligning your desires in order to ask for what you want 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) Stuck in a Career You're Unhappy With? Fear Of Taking Risks Could Be Keeping You There (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)

Sep 11, 2023 • 39min
Prioritizing Autonomy & Fulfillment When You're at a Career Crossroads (Live Coaching)
Forget flexibility, what you're really looking for is career autonomy. You deserve to have control over your career, but true autonomy can be much more difficult to find than flexible work. Nancy made the difficult decision to leave her 20-year career as co-founder and VP of an event company in search of more autonomy. She now finds herself at a crossroads, torn between a seemingly ideal full-time role and the cherished freedom of contracting. In this episode, Scott walks her through this decision-making process in a live coaching session! What you’ll learn Why autonomy is often the key to job satisfaction How to handle having tough conversations about career aspirations Scott's tips for figuring out which role is right for you when you're stuck between multiple opportunities 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) Designing Career Experiments and Testing New Careers (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)

Sep 4, 2023 • 38min
Contacting CEOs and Busy People Made Easy (For People Who Hate Networking)
Darrah Brustein shares her expertise on building relationships with busy people, finding the right people to network with, standing out in your reachouts, influencing leaders, asking for what you want without being presumptuous, building authentic relationships, leveraging existing networks, and making intentional career changes for greater job satisfaction.

Aug 28, 2023 • 33min
How Your Fixed Mindset Is Blocking Your Path to Career Change
Changing careers is about way more than just switching jobs. There are many fears and limiting beliefs that can hold you back from going after what you truly want. If you're the kind of person who's a bit scared to take risks, and figuring out your ideal career feels like cracking a secret code, guess what? You’re likely operating from a fixed mindset. Learn how a shift in Larry’s mindset allowed him to realize his passion as a career brewmaster was no longer fulfilling him and that he didn’t just need a new job, but an entirely new career! What you’ll learn How to know if you’re operating from a fixed mindset or growth mindset Why successful career changes involve much more than just changing jobs (and what they do entail) Why you may need to look outside of your hobbies and passions to discover your 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 How to Figure Out What You Really Want (Spotify / Apple Podcasts) Executive Burnout: Making A Midlife Career Change (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)

Aug 21, 2023 • 34min
Nonprofit Career Change: Should I Stay or Should I Go?
Explore the career crossroads of staying in nonprofit or exploring new industries, with insights on identifying new roles in unexpected places. Gain an inside look at changing roles within nonprofits and the importance of leveraging strengths and embracing the unexpected. Discover the process of distilling desires and creating an ideal career profile, as well as finding fulfillment in a career change. The chapter also touches on the unconventional approach to career change and meaningful work, with a preview of the next episode on leaving a job and making career changes.

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Aug 14, 2023 • 39min
Job Interview Tips: How to Be Yourself in an Interview
Discover interview tips on embracing authenticity for success, expertly preparing for an interview, and having genuine conversations with the hiring manager. Learn about the importance of being true to yourself, viewing interviews as conversations, understanding your career story, exploring your true desires, aligning personal interests with career goals, and utilizing storytelling in job interviews to establish connections.

Aug 7, 2023 • 34min
Making the Most of Being Laid Off by Finding Your Ideal Career
Learn how Melissa turned being laid off into the best thing for her career. Strategies for making a career change, importance of genuine relationships, navigating career transitions and finding fulfillment, exposure problem and career choices.

Jul 31, 2023 • 37min
Feeling Disengaged at Work? How to Align Your Values to Your Career
Learn how to align your values to your career and avoid feeling disengaged at work. Discover the importance of finding organizations that value employee engagement and the story of Brian, who found his ideal fit after being laid off. Explore navigating career pivots, building success, and the challenges of autonomy and career transitions. Hear about the experience of going through a difficult career period and the willingness to ask for help. Get a sneak peek into next week's episode about a career change after being laid off.

Jul 24, 2023 • 37min
How to Switch Industries Without Starting Over
Learn how to switch industries without starting from scratch, taking a pay cut, or going back to school. Discover the steps to take when switching industries, including conducting a skillset audit, building relationships, and uncovering transferable skills. Gain insights on building confidence and preparing for a career transition through success stories and practical tips.