If you’ve ever wondered if your career path truly reflects who you are, this episode is for you. I sit down with Caroline Sangal, a scientist turned career strategist, to talk about why “success” doesn’t always feel so successful, and how to make sure your work actually fits your life. You’ll hear personal stories (including Caroline’s bold pivots and lessons from burnout) and get tips you can use right away to rethink your own career moves.

A couple things you’ll take away:

• Why it’s normal (and healthy!) to question your career—even if you’re hitting all the outward markers of success

• How understanding your unique gifts and communication style can help you find work that feels more energizing and less draining

  
  

  We also talk about the importance of aligning your job with your life’s vision, not just the other way around, and how data-backed tools (not just intuition) can help steer your next steps.

Curious about making a change or just want to celebrate National Career Development Month with a fresh perspective on your path? Hit play and join our conversation.

Connect With Caroline Sangal
Website: https://www.nextsuccesscareers.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/caroline-sangal/

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Chapters

00:00 Why Careers Deserve Their Own Month
01:20 The Real Meaning of Success
03:25 External Success vs. Internal Fulfillment
06:42 When Success and Burnout Collide
09:01 Caroline’s Path: From Science to Strategy
13:00 Early Career Lessons and Mentorship
17:01 Getting Laid Off and Starting Over
19:36 Balancing Family and Career Moves
22:32 Discovering a Career Built for You
24:40 Chasing Awards vs. Chasing Health
25:54 What Forced the Big Reinvention
27:04 How The Nest Success Method Was Born
29:04 Understanding Your Gifts and Data
31:00 Why Communication Changes Everything
33:07 Eight Factors for a Fulfilling Career
36:18 Where to Find Caroline & Connect