What do mowing lawns, being “too social,” and moving your family across the world have in common?

They’re all part of Andy Storch’s journey, from drifting through early career choices to building a purpose-driven life and business. In this episode, Andy and I swap stories on the underestimated power of journaling, why your "weakness" might actually be your greatest strength, and the reality of making trade-offs in your career and your life. He opens up about the conversation that crushed him—and the leader who built a new role around his true strengths. We talk cancer, mindset, and what it really means to own your career.

Whether you’re in the thick of figuring things out or on the edge of your next bold move, this one will leave you thinking deeply about the story you want to write.

Topics we cover:

• Growing up with a fixed mindset and flipping the switch
• What to do when your job doesn’t value your strengths
• The mindset shifts that helped him face cancer
• Why we must talk more about trade-offs
• The quiet power of journaling and self-reflection
• Why “taking ownership” isn’t just a buzzword, it’s a life strategy

🎁 Resources Andy mentions are at: andystorch.com

Your host, Candice Mitchell, can be found online at:

Website: https://talentdevelopmentnerds.com/

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Talent Development Academy: https://talentdevelopmentnerds.com/tda

Original music composed by: Paul DeHaven

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