Career Relaunch®

Samantha Clarke, a former digital manager turned happiness consultant, shares her thoughts on how you can become happier with your work and why recharging yourself is so critical. I’ll also talk about how I deal with the excess pressure I tend to put on myself.

Sacha Romanovitch, CEO of Grant Thornton UK, explains why she decided to take a hiatus from work to figure out where to take her career. We'll also talk about what you can gain by stepping away from your work and how you can be more intentional in your career.

Former circus stage manager turned professional voiceover artist Redd Horrocks explains how to choose the right professional pursuits, the importance of saying "no," and how you can tap into online marketplaces to build your freelance business.

Aaron Fung, a former change management consultant turned Talent Brand Strategist for LinkedIn shares his thoughts on how your professional network can be an incredible resource for you in your career and why your job should be an extension of your authentic self. I'll also explain the simple way I maintain my own professional network.

Helen Wix, a former secretary turned Reiki Master, healer, and coach describes her experience being evicted from her home and spending 3 years being homeless in Washington, DC. She shares her thoughts on paying attention to signs that point you in a different direction, declaring what you want for your career, and clearing out your own emotional baggage before you can truly move on.  I also share some thoughts on the importance of defining the standards you want for your career and life.

Hear former management consultant turned founder of HR startup Claire McTaggart explain which factors really matter in hiring and interviewing. Afterwards, during today’s Mental Fuel®, I’ll share my reflections on the stubborn appeal of job promotions.

Former professional tennis player turned finance professional Rina Einy explains the realities of being a professional athlete and balancing career choices with personal relationships. In the Mental Fuel® segment, I'll explain why quitting is sometimes the best thing you can do for your career and life.

How can you make sense of all the emotions involved with starting over in your career? Erika Boissiere, a former investment banker turned couples counselor shares insights on the emotions of letting go of one career for another, the impact your career has on your relationships, and the art of starting over.  In the Mental Fuel® segment, I also share some thoughts on the how I dealt with the “loss” I felt after leaving one career behind to pursue something else.

Hear about the importance of bravery, emotions-based planning, and accountability partners from architect turned productivity trainer Raluca Comanescu. In the Mental Fuel® segment, Joseph explains how bravery can open up a new chapter in your career, sharing an example from giving his first big conference talk.

Pharmacist turned digital marketer Khai Yong Ng discusses how your past degree shouldn't dictate your future and how you can hustle your way into an entirely new industry. In today’s Mental Fuel® segment, I’ll explain how to tell when it’s the right time for a career change, sharing a couple examples from my own career pivot points.

Lisa Abramson shares her story of how she relaunched her career in mobile advertising and PR to become a maternal mental health advocate and mindfulness coach. We’ll discuss the impact of motherhood and post partum depression on your professional outlook and the importance of self-awareness in your career. In the Mental Fuel® segment, I'll share my own challenges staying present in the moment, and a couple ways I stay focused in my own career.

Learn how to work effectively with recruiters and headhunters during your career transition from Ben de Grouchy, founder of ecruit and the DG Partnership. Discover how you can find a good recruiter and what it really takes to stand out to recruiters so you can land your dream role. In the Mental Fuel® segment, I’ll address a listener question about what tweaks you could make in your career to improve your career satisfaction. 

Bruce Daisley, Vice President of Twitter, EMEA shares his insights on drivers of happiness in the workplace and the motivations behind his own career shifts from Google & YouTube to Twitter. In the Mental Fuel® segment, I'll explain how focusing on one driver of happiness initially led me astray in my own career and the realization I had that got me back on track.

Hear about the the limitations of always playing it safe and why the ability to handle rejection can be such an incredibly powerful asset during your career. Andy Whelan shares his story of how he relaunched his career from being an actor to a small business owner and eventually a career coach. Afterwards, I’ll share my thoughts on how I manage rejection in my own life and career. Key Career Insights * When you’re thinking about career change, try to focus on the people you’re going to serve or the value you’ll have an opportunity to provide rather than just focusing on what you gain. * Our tendency to avoid pain can prevent us from truly pushing the boundaries of our career and finding work we find more meaningful. Tweetables to Share Resources Mentioned * Andy mentioned his involvement with Young Storytellers, inspiring young people to discover the power of their voice. * If you’re interested in hearing more career insights from Andy, he’ll be speaking at the Adobe Max Creativity Conference in Las Vegas, Oct 18-20, 2017. Listener Challenge During this episode’s Mental Fuel segment, I talked about the importance of identifying one mechanism in your life that can recharge you when you get rejected. What’s one thing that you KNOW you can do to help you stand back up after you get knocked down? If you have a useful technique to manage rejection in your own career, share your tip with the Career Relaunch community by leaving a comment below. About Career Coach & Actor Andy Whelan Andrew Whelan is an accomplished career coach and small business owner. His background also includes performing at The Second City and Late Night with Conan O’Brien. His results-oriented, growth mindset approach to coaching has helped hundreds of graduates and freelancers achieve professional success. His current coaching focuses on General Assembly immersive students and entrepreneurs, guiding them through their branding and job search. Did You Enjoy This Episode? Please Let Us Know! * Tweet: If you enjoyed this episode and have a few seconds to spare, Tweet to let me and Andy know! Tweet a thank you! * Review: I’d also love for you to leave a positive review and rating for the podcast on iTunes, which helps my show reach more people who want to relaunch their careers. * Subscribe: Be sure to subscribe to Career Relaunch podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Android, or Google Play (it’s free) so you don’t miss out on the latest episodes. Full instructions. * Stay in touch: Follow Career Relaunch on Twitter, Facebook, and

International cover model turned food entrepreneur Colette Russell Smith shares her thoughts on handling setbacks and the importance of turning your ideas into concrete actions.  I also explain how I move forward with daunting goals during the Mental Fuel® segment.