Listen "12. Coming Out as a Career Changer"
Episode Synopsis
You've been secretly scrolling job boards at lunch, researching new fields late at night, and daydreaming about a completely different work life. But there's something terrifying about the moment those private thoughts need to become public conversations. What if people think you're ungrateful, unrealistic, or having a mid-life crisis?How you handle these conversations can make or break your entire career transition.In this episode, you'll discover:The hidden emotional toll of keeping your career change dreams to yourself and why the "browsing" stage can feel both exciting and isolatingThe three critical stages of career change and the sweet spot timing for sharing your plans (get this wrong and you'll either jump the gun or wait too long)Why the fear of "coming out" runs deeper than judgment—and the surprising reframe that changes everythingThe fatal mistake most people make when choosing who to tell first (and the strategic approach that builds confidence instead of destroying it)Six powerful strategies for turning potential critics into allies, including the game-changing technique of giving people specific roles to playThe deeper truth about why those closest to you might resist your growth—and how to navigate their reactions with compassionReal stories from career changers who almost gave up after difficult first conversations, and what they learned about the difference between initial shock and final verdictsReady to transform those scary conversations into stepping stones? Your growth matters, your happiness matters, and you deserve work that aligns with who you're becoming.I'm your host Binny Langler, bringing you insights from my journey through two major career changes and my work as a Certified Strengths, Executive and Career Coach. Having spent nearly ten years in that exact space of wanting change but not taking action - I understand the fear, guilt, and self-doubt that keeps peoples stuck in careers that drain their soul.Now I guide professionals to break free from the cycle of career dissatisfaction and create work that energises rather than exhausts them.Reach out and connect, or explore coaching options with me:www.theinklingeffect.comLINKEDIN / Binny LanglerFACEBOOK / The Inkling EffectINSTAGRAM / The Inkling EffectSUBSTACK / The Inkling Effect
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