In episode 79, I’m sitting down with Bridget, who made a successful career pivot from merchandising to a data analytics role in e-commerce. She opens up about managing career uncertainty, balancing a job search while working full-time, and how coaching helped her stay focused and energized during the process. From feeling burnt out to landing a role that excites her, Bridget’s journey is a testament to perseverance, self-reflection, and trusting the process.

Key Takeaways:

• How to manage burnout while navigating a career pivot.
• The power of reflecting on what you truly enjoy to guide your next career move.
• Why sticking with the job search process—even when results take time—leads to success.

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Bridget and Her Career Journey
04:00 Navigating Career Uncertainty and Overcoming Family Expectations
08:00 Reflecting on Your Strengths to Find Career Alignment
13:00 Balancing Burnout and Job Searching: Strategies for Persistence
18:00 How Coaching Helped Bridget Stay Energized During the Process
24:00 Bridget's Breakthrough: Landing Her Data Analytics Role in E-Commerce

Connect with Bridget:
Bridget is now an e-commerce data analyst, excited about her career in the digital space. Learn more about her story and connect with her on LinkedIn.

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