Ep 13: Burnt Out, Stuck, and Ready to Quit? Listen to This with Manoj Dias (Open Co-founder)
Send us a textIn this episode, Manoj Dias - Co-founder of Open, shares how he walked away from an epic corporate career to build one that actually felt right. It’s a conversation about rethinking success, taking risks and finding the courage to move against the status quo.We cover:What burnout feels like and how to make a changeWhy we stay stuck in careers that no longer fitThe emotional and financial risk of stepping away — and how to manage itHow to rebuild your career from the inside outWhat success means after you’ve lost the version that once defined youIf you’re feeling disconnected, burnt out, or like you’ve outgrown your current path, this one will meet you right where you are.
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Ep 12: Figuring Out Your Values and Reframing "Failure" to Find Your Next Chapter
Send us a textWhen the thing you’ve poured years of your life into — your career, your business, your identity — comes to an end, it can feel impossible to know what comes next. This episode is an honest look at how to rebuild from that place to make your next shift.Henry Mitchell, co-founder of Still Life, shares the raw reality of closing the chapter on something meaningful and how to find your footing again. We dive into the emotional side of transitions, the mindset shifts required to move forward, and how to keep showing up when you’re still in the messy middle.This is a conversation about identity, resilience, and the power of reframing “failure” as part of your next chapter — not the end of your story.If you’re navigating change, feeling stuck, or questioning what’s next, this one’s for you.Find Henry on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/henry-mitchell-3aa177ab/Find Still Life Podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtGlyGdfpMyu98ax5oXHWSyg7duZr41Uc
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Ep 11: Quitting Your Startup Job at 29 to Become a Pro Soccer Player (Here's What Happened)
Send us a textMeet Sarah Cox, a Stanford graduate who walked away from a high-growth startup career in her late 20s to return to something she thought she’d left behind for good: professional soccer. After nearly a decade off the pitch, Sarah made the wild, bold move to re-enter elite sport — and she’s now a pro goalkeeper for Lexington SC in Kentucky.This conversation is packed with everything you really want to know when you’re standing on the edge of change:Is it too late? What if people laugh when I say my dream out loud?How do I give up a successful career to chase a dream?What if I fail?We unpack how Sarah rebuilt belief, the structure she created to make it real, and what it feels like to play 100% for yourself.Whether you’re feeling career burn-out, an identity wobble, or just that gnawing itch that there’s more — this one’s for you.🎧 Tune in and remember: it’s not too late, you’re not too far, and there’s no rulebook on when your next chapter begins.Sarah's instagram
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Ep 10: Jay-Jay Feeney - How to Move Through Stuckness to Make a Bold Career Change
Send us a textJay-Jay Feeney was New Zealand's most beloved radio host. She had everything - fame, success, a career most people dream of. But after 33 years, she made a decision that shocked everyone: she walked away from it all.In this raw and honest conversation, Jay-Jay shares:The real signs of burnout (and why she ignored them for years) How to separate your identity from your job title The mindset shift that made leaving possible after decades of "this is all I know" Why waiting for the "perfect moment" to change careers is a trap How to handle the fear of disappointing everyone around youIf you’ve ever stayed in something too long, questioned what else you could do, or felt scared to leave the identity you’ve built — this one is for you.Listen if you're ready to stop waiting and start building the next chapter of your life.LINKSJay-Jay's ep with Dom Harvey on finishing her careerPodlab - Jay-Jay and Dom's fire new podcast studioWho Moved My Cheese? Book by Spencer JohnsonJay-Jay's insta
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Ep 9: Leaving A Successful Corporate Career To Chase A Dream Job – With Chris Harrison
Send us a textWhat if the job you’re in isn’t bad — but it’s not you?In today’s episode of Good Shift, I’m sitting down with someone who made a shift that so many of us secretly think about but struggle to act on. Chris Harrison spent 15 years climbing the corporate ladder in banking. The money was good. The job was fine. But it never stopped gnawing at him — the childhood dream of becoming a police officer.So, how do you leave a secure, respected career to chase a calling that’s risky, unfamiliar, paid a lot less and starts at the bottom? That’s what we unpack in this raw, honest, and deeply motivating conversation.🎧 In this episode, we dive into:The quiet discomfort of a career that looks good on paper but feels wrong in your gut.How Chris knew it was time to stop waiting and finally take the leap.The fears around pay cuts, identity loss, and starting over — and how he worked through them.The unexpected emotional and practical challenges of joining the police force.The mindset shifts that helped Chris rebuild his life around purpose instead of just a paycheck.Whether you’re in a job that’s “fine” or stuck at the crossroads of a potential career pivot, this episode will make you reflect, reevaluate, and hopefully take action toward a more aligned life.Podcast ref: “Keep The Change” Luke Kemeys
Good Shift is about navigating career transitions with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Whether you're making a bold move, starting something of your own, or just looking for more fulfillment in your work, this podcast explores the mindset shifts, practical strategies, and real stories that can help you take the next step.Through conversations with relatable people who’ve redefined success on their own terms, we break down the doubts, challenges, and wins that come with making a shift - big or small.
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