When a high-achieving scientist realized the traditional definition of success no longer fit, she chose a radically different path. In this episode, Bre shares how she walked away from a predictable biotech career, trusted her instincts, and built a portfolio-style consulting business that aligns with her values, energy, and love for animal welfare.

What you'll learn

• How to recognize when your "successful" career no longer feels meaningful
• Why trusting your instincts is essential when your values begin to shift
• How career experiments (like Social Goldilocks) can reveal unexpected paths
• What it takes to design a more flexible, values-aligned version of success

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Related Episodes

1. Designing Career Experiments and Testing New Careers (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)
2. Discover Your Strengths to Find Your Ideal Career (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)
3. Social Goldilocks Experiment (Watch Here)