Want to know what it takes to make a successful career transition? My guest May Samali and I will show you how to do it right. We cover everything from changing professions, going back to study, and becoming an entrepreneur.

Career changes can be challenging, but there are many things you can do to ensure that your new path will be successful. For this episode of The Job Hunting Podcast, I interviewed May Samali, a leadership coach who has had many career changes and is keen to share how she's managed to land on her feet. Together, May and I will advise you on how to prepare yourself for your career transition and choose the best career path for you.

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Timestamps to guide your listening:

• 04:06 - May Samali's career story
• 05:09 - May Samali's passion for human rights
• 06:31 - Moving from corporate to entrepreneur
• 10:25 - May Samali's mindset and strengths
• 12:06 - How May Samali maximizes impact
• 14:45 - Following questions
• 18:43 - May Samali's regrets
• 22:15 - Failure and success
• 24:10 - Stepping into restructuring
• 25:32 - Psychological safety
• 26:26 - Listen and learn
• 27:42 - Know who you are at your core
• 30:21 - Why are human skills important?
• 38:18 - Why career transitions are so scary?
• 50:10 - May Samali's ideal clients
• 53:17 - May Samali's love for her work

About the host, Renata Bernarde

Hello, I'm Renata Bernarde, the Host of The Job Hunting Podcast. I'm also an executive coach, job-hunting expert, and career strategist. I teach corporate, non-profit, and public professionals the steps and frameworks to help them find great jobs, change, and advance their careers with confidence and less stress. 

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