In this episode, Shujaat and Joselle explore the complexities of career transitions, sharing personal stories and insights on navigating change. They discuss the importance of understanding the difference between change and transition, the non-linear nature of career paths, and the significance of listening to one's inner voice. The conversation offers a 5 step playbook for managing transitions effectively, along with personal stories on putting it to practice.

Key Takeaways

• Career transitions are a common, ongoing process.
• Listening to inner signals is crucial for meaningful transitions.
• Embracing discomfort can lead to personal growth.
• Change is often unexpected; preparation is key.
• Step 1: Take stock of your identity.
• Step 2: Assess your financial runway.
• Step 3: Experiment in your current role so you can job craft and life craft for future
• Step 4: Become an Olympic learner
• Step 5: Be known for something
• Expect change as a constant in life.
• Play your game, not others.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Career Transitions

00:19 Intro

01:58 The State of Career Transitions. Why It's Important

05:00 Personal Stories of Transition

08:53 The Non Linear Journey of Transitions

11:01 Being Comfortable with Discomfort for Growth

12:16 The Disconnect of the Heart and Mind.

14:34 S-Curve of Navigating Personal Changes

16:18 Most Surprising in Career Transitions

17:01 Surprise 1: Funding your Ikigai with F You Money

19:23 Surprise 2: Understanding Change vs. Transition

21:06 Embracing "Being Lost" Crucial Phase of Transitions

25:11 The Role of Taking Comfort in Discomfort for Growth

26:33 Leadership Change is a Norm; Most are Surprised.

30:38 The Playbook for Transitions

32:37 Step1: Defining Your Present and Future Identity

38:33 Step 2: Planning Your Financial Runway

39:38 Step 3: Job and Life Crafting with Experimentation

42:26 Step 4: Become an Olympic Learner

43:15 Step 5: Be Known for Something

46:07 Putting In Practice: You Are A Product of Multiple Transitions

53:49 Play Your Game, Not Others.

55:31 Recap and Final Thoughts

Keywords

career transitions, leadership, personal growth, change management, professional development, identity, financial wellbeing, job crafting, Olympic learning, meaningful life