36. Starting Over Again- Adopting a Beginner's Mindset For a Thriving Career Change

Mindful Life Changes

No one ever prepares you for the massive hit to your ego or the frustration that comes with learning a new profession. You may have to deal with learning new technology, grasping new concepts and theories, and may even fail a test. However, starting over (again) also means learning and failing.
In today’s episode, host Valerie Mekki, a career change counselor, delves into the realities of being a student again as you pivot your new career, start a side hustle, or launch a passion project. She shares the importance of adopting a beginner’s mindset to help you optimize your learning phase and avoid any possibility of derailment or contemplating quitting. She also shares an empowering affirmation to help remind you that you are a student again, and mastery doesn’t happen overnight and is part of the journey toward a new career.
[00:00:00] Today's affirmation

[00:01:11] Introduction

[00:03:00] You're not immune to the disappointing failures

[00:04:16] Five tips I wish I knew when I was learning

[00:06:29] Start of Affirmation

[00:09:21] Make your affirmations S.T.I.C.K.Y

[00:11:00] End
If you're curious to learn more about getting the most out of your goals for this year, check out episode #34 - "Add These Three S's To Your New Year's Goals for a Thriving Career Change"

Formerly known as the "Mindful Career Change Podcast," I decided to broaden our conversation to cover all life transitions, not just our careers.
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Chapters

1. Beginner's Mindset in Career Change (00:00:00)

2. Affirmation and Practice for Career Change (00:09:39)