Listen "#163: Reinventing your career in midlife: Finding joy, alignment and confidence again"
Episode Synopsis
Have you reached a point where your work looks “right” on paper, but inside you know it no longer fits — and neither do you?I sat down with career and reinvention coach Caroline Nield to explore the deeper emotional disconnect many women feel in midlife when their career stops aligning with who they are becoming.Together we unpack what happens when your work drains your energy, erodes your confidence, and quietly pulls you out of alignment with yourself — and how reconnecting with joy, creativity and courage can reshape your next chapter.In this episode we’re unwrapping:The moment Caroline realised she’d outgrown her career in HR.Why joy, creativity and play are powerful tools for midlife reinvention.The signs you’re living out of alignment with your work.How mindset and confidence shape every step of career change.Why creativity reconnects you to your identity.The small steps that help you move forward without overwhelm.The surprising link between career misalignment and your overall health.Reinvention isn’t about radical leaps; it’s about remembering who you are becoming.About Caroline Nield:Caroline Nield is a career coach who helps women over 40 find the clarity and confidence to create work that aligns with who they are today. After more than 20 years in HR, she reached a point where her career no longer felt meaningful. Stepping into acting in midlife — a passion she had buried for years — showed her what becomes possible when women choose courage, creativity and self-belief.Caroline now blends her HR background, mindset training and lived experience of reinvention to support women who feel stuck, disconnected or unsure of their direction. She guides them to reconnect with their strengths, rebuild confidence and take practical, grounded steps toward careers that feel purposeful and energising in this new season of life.Connect with Caroline:WebsiteInstagramLinkedInAbout Life Now Coaching with Nicola:We unwrap what healthy living really means, helping you cut through the confusion and overwhelm to build sustainable, healthy habits that actually fit your life. We’re here to strip back the noise and show you why prioritising your health is the key to the happy, vibrant life you’re striving for.We specialise in supporting women in midlife to take control of their wellbeing and menopause journey using our RESET plan focused on: Mindset, Movement, Nutrition, Sleep, and Stress. Because when you feel strong, capable, and in control, everything changes.Explore Our Free Resources & Support:👉 Take the free Midlife Reset Quiz and find out what’s holding you back — and the first step to feeling like yourself again: https://nicola-w4qugfu9.scoreapp.com🌎 Visit our website📸 Follow on Instagram💼 Connect on LinkedIn🎥 Watch podcast episodes on YouTube📖 Full episode notes available on our website here🎙 Love the podcast? Subscribe, rate, and review to help more women create their own healthy habits and thrive through every season of life - including menopause!
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