In this episode, I share 5 things I’ve learned from one year of podcasting, some behind-the-scenes that contributed to this podcast, and my thoughts on the future of this podcast.

Thank you for being here. I so appreciate that you’ve made the Second Breaks Podcast part of your week. I don’t take that for granted. I know how busy you are and to be able to reach you like this is such an honor.

5 Takeaways from a Year of Podcasting

• We can move forward even if we’re scared sh*t.
• We can start small and grow from there.
• We can and will figure things out along the way.
• You can teach old dogs new tricks.
• We can and will have more fun when we share our goals with others.

"I live in beautiful chaos. To me, I feel like the step that I took back in May, the verdict on that is still out. We don’t know if this has been the best right decision just yet. A lot of that is up to me and what I do. We’re still in the middle of it."  —Dave Pidgeon

Highlights of Episode 52:

• Why Dave Pidgeon left a “family legacy” career
• How a hobby turned into a new professional and career opportunity
• Bringing previous experiences and skills into new roles and jobs
• The best way to network in today’s digitally-connected world
• Why self-awareness becomes even more critical during a career pivot or a career change
• And a bonus: a sneak peek at the book that Dave is writing

I’m joined this week by brand storyteller and communications strategist, Kay Fabella. Kay helps businesses around the world bring their brands to life, so they can meaningfully connect with their clients and meet their business goals.

Highlights of Episode 51

• Why we need to pay attention to the stories we tell ourselves
• Common fears that people face when thinking about making a pivot
• The truth about how and what others “hear” when we talk about our career transitions
• How storytelling can help others understand our career change
• How to use storytelling when looking for a new job
• How to identify our strengths

Topics Covered in Episode 50

• Why we need to approach our careers differently
• What it takes to successfully navigate the changing work landscape
• The key change that happens when you adopt a career owner’s mindset
• Why continuous learning is even more important now
• The difference between a career path and a career horizon
• How to remain relevant and always marketable