In this episode, we sit down with Mary, a former teacher whose career and heart were radically transformed after trusting God and saying “yes” to the uncomfortable.

Mary shares how her teaching contract unexpectedly ended, and how that closed door became an invitation to rediscover her identity in Christ. Through coaching, prayer, deep reflection, and learning to actively listen to God’s voice, she found a new path that honors her gifts and calling.

Listen to Mary’s success story as she steps into a new season with joy and purpose with her new career. We discuss:

• The tension between growth and comfort

• Why losing her job was the beginning of something better

• Encouragement for anyone who feels too old, too late, or too lost to start again

• What it means to “set the table” for the Holy Spirit in your career

If you’ve ever felt stuck, lost, or unsure what God is calling you to do, this conversation is for you.

Cheering you on,

Kelsey Kemp & Audrey Bagarus

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⌚️TIME STAMPS

00:49 Meet Mary Meier

03:18 How Mary found Christian career coaching (us!)

05:26 Caught in Busyness vs. Being Still Before God

11:33 Dealing with Identity Crisis

14:40 Seeing Past Jobs as Preparation, Not Failure

22:08 What is Kindermusik? (Mary’s New Calling)

33:27 Recognizing Strengths Through Reflection

38:00 Advice to Anyone Feeling Lost in Their Career

40:13 Laying Everything Before God