Listen "35: The #1 Sign You’re in the Right Career: Loving Your Day-to-Day - Fernando’s Career Pivot from Strategy Consulting to Furniture Making"
Episode Synopsis
What if the true measure of success isn’t your title or salary - but how you feel on an ordinary Tuesday?That’s the question at the heart of the new Shameless Careers episode.So often we chase future milestones - promotions, accolades, the next big thing - but it’s how we feel day to day that shapes our happiness much more than any title or status could (which, by the way, is an 'infinite ladder,' as we discuss in this episode).This is an episode I’ve been looking forward to for a long time: a raw and honest interview with Fernando Bignotto, who made a 180° career pivot from strategy consulting to fine furniture making.We talk about:What it’s like to realise your career isn’t playing to your strengthsWhat it feels like to truly love your work (spoiler: you miss it on holidays and feel sad when projects end)Why, for some people, corporate work can feel too abstract and not “real” - and what they crave instead is physical, tangible workThe tough financial trade-offs of leaving a high-paying job - and what the other side looks like I really loved our conversation with Fernando, and I hope you do too. And remember: the ultimate litmus test for career (and, I’d argue, a successful life) is simple - are you excited about your day ahead?=================================#careerchanger #midlifecareerchange #careercoaching #careertips #careersuccess #creativeentrepreneur #purposeatwork #lifeaftercorporate #redefinework #finewoodworking⚠️Disclaimer: I do not accept any liability for any loss or damage incurred from you acting or not acting as a result of listening to any of my publications. You acknowledge that you use the information I provide at your own risk. Do your research.Copyright Notice: This episode and my podcast channel contain dialogue, music, and images that are the property of Shameless Careers. You are authorised to share the episode link and channel and embed this episode in your website or others as long as a link back to my podcast channel is provided.© Shameless Careers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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