Mid-Career Change

145. Can You Afford a Career Change?

06 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Money is one of the biggest concerns in career change, but it’s often the least clearly understood.In this conversation with Michael Georgiou, a cha...

144. How to Make a Great Start in a New Mid-Career Role

22 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Starting a new role mid-career can be exciting, but it can also bring new expectations and pressures. In this episode, I share some practical ideas th...

143. What’s Missing From Your Work? (And Why It Matters)

08 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode is a little bit different, because my new book Write Your Career is now out.Rather than just talking about the book, I wanted t...

142. Stuck in Your Career? Try This 6-Minute Exercise

25 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever noticed how easy it is to give advice about other people’s careers… and how much harder it can be to figure out your own?Many mid-ca...

141. How to Think About Your Career When You Don’t Have a Plan

11 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I explore a different way of thinking about the future of your career, especially when the path ahead feels open or uncertain.Many mi...

140. Rebuilding Confidence in Mid-Career: The Evidence You Already Have

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I turn to confidence, particularly the kind of confidence that often wobbles in mid-career.When roles change, expectations shift, or ...

139. The Invisible Career Scripts Shaping Your Choices

11 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I explore a quiet but powerful idea: the invisible career scripts many of us follow without realising.These scripts are the stories w...

138: Exploring Independent Work in Mid-Career

28 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Mid Career Change, I’m joined by Michael Tabirade for a thoughtful conversation about what happens when a familiar career path no...

137. Three Questions to Help You Rethink Your Career

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Mid-Career Change podcast, I explore three gentle signs that something in your working life might be asking for attention — a...

136. Looking Ahead to 2026: New Book, New Course, New Direction

31 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we’re looking ahead to 2026 and what the new year will bring. I share an update on the projects I’m most excited about — includ...

135. Looking Back at 2025: A Year of Growth and Change

24 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As we reach the end of the year, this episode is a chance to pause and look back at what 2025 has brought. It’s been a year of milestones for me —...

134. Career Transitions, Confidence and Community

17 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m joined by Career and Leadership Transitions Specialist Suzanne Penny, who brings more than 20 years of experience in outplaceme...

133. How to Rebuild Confidence During Career Change

03 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Confidence can feel fragile during times of change — especially when you’re between chapters in your career. In this episode, I explore how to reb...

132. How to Build Resilience During Career Transition – with Nina Stephenson-Camps

19 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mid-career change can open the door to fresh possibilities, but it can also bring pressure, uncertainty and moments where clarity feels out of reach. ...

131. Five Years In: Lessons, Insights, and What’s Next

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This episode marks a special milestone — five years since I launched the podcast back in November 2020. What began as a small experiment during unce...

130. Why Writing Down Your Career Highlights Changes Everything

22 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if just a few minutes with a pen could change how you see your career?In this episode, I share one of my favourite journaling tools: the Career H...

129. Turning Setbacks into New Beginnings

08 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Being laid off is one of the hardest experiences a professional can face. It’s not just about losing a job or a paycheck — it’s about losing sta...

128: Five Words That Could Change Your Career

24 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if just five words could change the way you see your career?In this solo episode, I share the surprising power of writing as a tool for clarity, ...

127. Creating Belonging, Growth and Purpose — with Josh Fineman

10 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Mid-Career Change, I’m joined by Josh Fineman — coach, facilitator, and founder of beMoreMensch, a movement helping men reconne...

126: What’s Really Holding You Back from Career Change?

27 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to mid-career change, most of us start by thinking about our CV, job title, or LinkedIn profile. But often, the real barriers aren’t o...

125: When Life No Longer Fits: Lindsey Hall on Starting Again

13 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when the life you’ve built no longer fits who you’ve become?In this episode, I’m joined by Lindsey Hall—divorce and intimacy coac...

124: How to know if you've outgrown your role

30 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever had that quiet, unsettling feeling that your role no longer fits? Like you're still showing up, doing the job—but something insid...

123: How to Know When It’s Time to Rethink Your Career

16 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

With Mairead Ramonet(MARA), Confidence & Mindset CoachWhat if your career looks great on the outside—but no longer feels right on the inside?In ...

122. Making Summer Count: Smart Career Moves for Mid-Career Professionals

02 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Summer isn’t just a time to unwind—it can also be the perfect season to take small, meaningful steps towards a better career.In this episode of Mi...

121. Making Mess Come Alive: A Fresh Way to Find Focus Mid-Career

18 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Mid-Career Change podcast, I’m joined by visual strategist Ingrid Iill to explore how we can uncover the deeper patterns with...

120. The Hidden Costs of Staying Stuck (And How to Break Free)

04 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Feeling stuck in your career? You’re not alone — and you’re not broken. But staying stuck comes at a cost.In this solo episode, I explore the hi...

119. Michael Georgiou: Navigating the Messy Middle of Career Change

21 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it really feel like to change careers while you're still figuring things out?In this episode, I speak to Michael Georgiou, a Chartered ...

118. Delight in the Limelight – Speaking with Confidence with Linda Ugelow

07 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m joined by Linda Ugelow — a speaking confidence coach and author of Delight in the Limelight. Linda helps professionals overco...

117. What Writing My First Book Taught Me About Mid-Career Change

23 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Mid-Career Change, I’m sharing what I learned from writing my first book—and how those lessons apply to making a career shift i...

116. Building Resilience for Mid-Career Change with Russell Harvey

09 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 116 of the Mid-Career Change podcast, I speak with Russell Harvey, executive coach, public speaker, and Managing Director of The Resilience...

115 - The Biggest Myths About Mid-Career Change (And What’s Actually True)

26 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Mid Career Change, I break down three of the biggest myths about career change that keep professionals feeling stuck.What You’ll ...

114. Helen Hanison on Getting Unstuck and Thriving in Your Mid-Career

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Mid-Career Change Podcast, I’m joined by Helen Hanison, award-winning leadership coach, narrative therapist, and author of th...

113. Unlocking Career Confidence: Treasure Chest and Ideas Aquarium Tools

26 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Mid-Career Change, I introduce two practical tools from my new book, Mid-Career Change: the Treasure Chest and the Ideas Aquarium. ...

112. Emma Knight’s Mid-Career Transformation

12 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 112 of Mid Career Change, I speak with Emma Knight, founder of Travel by Knight, about her inspiring journey from finance and education to ...

111. Exploring 'Mid-Career Change': A Unique Discussion of My New Book

29 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I share an AI-powered conversation about my book, Mid-Career Change: A Guide for Hope, Clarity, and Action. Using Google NotebookLM, ...

110. Navigating Mid-Career Change with Confidence and Resilience – Insights from Simone Sweeney

15 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Mid Career Change, I’m joined by Simone Sweeney, an executive coach with a remarkable background in senior leadership roles at gl...

109. Mid-Career Change FAQs

01 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 109, I tackle the most frequently asked questions about mid-career change, guiding listeners through the phases of Hope, Clarity, and Actio...

108. Making the Leap: Stu Barnes on Mid-Career Transitions and Coaching Success

18 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Mid-Career Change, I talk with executive coach Stu Barnes about navigating mid-career transitions and finding fulfilling work. Stu...

107. A New Chapter Begins: Insights from 'Mid Career Change'

04 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Mid Career Change, I celebrate an exciting milestone—my new book, Mid Career Change: A Guide for Hope, Clarity, and Action, avail...

106. Balancing Two Paths – Insights on Parallel Careers with Christine Coulson

20 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m joined by Christine Coulson, a sobriety and wellbeing coach who helps professionals improve their relationship with alcohol and...

105. Rebranding and Embracing the Mid-Career Transformation

06 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this special 105th episode, I’m excited to announce the rebranding of the podcast to focus fully on mid-career change! After 4 incredible years, ...

104. Setting yourself up for a career change

23 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 104 of the podcast, I explore how to set yourself up for a successful career change, particularly if you're mid-career. Career transit...

103. Crafting a Career: From Corporate to Creative Freedom with Mary Fleming

09 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Your Bravo Career Podcast, I’m joined by Mary Fleming, founder of Mary Fleming Design. Mary shares her inspiring journey from...

102. Mid-Career Change: Overcoming Challenges with Confidence

25 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I dive into the challenges that come with making a mid-career change and offer practical strategies to overcome them. I discuss how to...

Career Change 101: Reinventing Your Career

11 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this special episode, I explore the essentials of mid-career change. If you’re feeling stuck or unfulfilled, this episode will guide you through ...

100. Milestones and Career Possibilities: Celebrating 100 Episodes

28 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the 100th episode of 'Your Bravo Career'! In this milestone episode, I celebrate our journey, reflect on highlights, and look ahe...

99. From Redundancy to Renewal: Jason Harvey's Career Transformation

14 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join me as I chat with my ex-coaching client Jason Harvey about his inspiring career transformation. In this episode, you'll learn:The importance...

98. Career Possibilities in mid-career

31 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I dive into the various career possibilities available to those in mid-career. I'll share insights from my own experience and th...

97. The Bright Side of Career Management

17 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I discuss the future of work and the evolving landscape of careers following my guest appearance on 'The Future's Bright Pod...

96. Changing paths in mid-career

03 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I talk about changing paths in mid-career, a topic that I know a lot about from personal experience and from helping many clients nav...

95. Empowering Your Career with Suzy Hunt

19 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Suzy Hunt and me as we discuss empowering professionals in Tech, Digital, and Professional Services. Discover practical strategies for boosting c...

94. Navigating Your Career Path: Top Books, Podcasts, and Sites to Guide You

05 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I share a hand-picked selection of essential career resources. Discover top books, engaging podcasts, and insightful websites that I’...

93. - From Stuck to Unstoppable: A Conversation with Asad Husain

22 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I speak with Asad Husain, author of Careers Unleashed. If you are interested in learning how to unlock your career's full potent...

92. Career Clarity - 5 Steps to Loving Your Job Again

08 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Stuck in your career? In this episode I outline 5 essential steps to help you to rediscover your passion and move towards a job you love. Discover p...

91. The Inner Path to Career fulfilment with Tom Grundy

24 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Meet Tom Grundy, a former corporate banker who turned his career and life philosophy upside down. After leaving the high-stress world of banking due t...

90. Envisioning Your Future: A Simple Exercise for Career Exploration

10 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I explore Odyssey Planning, a concept inspired by Bill Burnett and Dave Evans' innovative approach to designing your life and ca...

89. Navigating Career Success – Finding True North

27 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this special episode, I share a recent talk I gave on aligning your career with your true values. Inspired by the extraordinary story of Sir Ernes...

88. Smooth Career Transitions: Strategies and Success Stories

13 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ready to embark on a journey of career transformation? In this episode, I explore the secrets to successful career transitions, from identifying tran...

87. Unlocking the Back Door: Innovative Job Hunting with Ran Young

28 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, I discuss an unconventional but increasingly popular strategy for job hunting—the 'Back Door' approach. My guest...

86. Leaping Higher: Transform Your Career Path

14 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I  guide you through the process of making a significant career leap. I explore the 'upper limit mindset' as described by ...

85. Unlocking Career Success: Insights from Claire-Marie Boggiano

31 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join me in this inspiring episode as I sit down with Claire-Marie Boggiano, a remarkable leader, coach and business change professional known for her ...

84. Crafting Your Career Success Story in 2024

17 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this empowering episode, I help you to make 2024 a great year for your career.I provide actionable insights on charting your career journey, embrac...

83. Speak to Succeed: Mastering Workplace Communication

03 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This podcast covers everything from building your credibility as a speaker to crafting and delivering messages that leave a lasting impact. Whether yo...

82. The Comeback Coach: Thriving After Time Away from Work

20 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I talk with Jessica Chivers, the esteemed comeback coach and author, in this empowering episode. Jessica brings her 19 years of expertise to the discu...

81. How to Overcome Career Obstacles

06 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When we think about changing careers there are obstacles that often keep us stuck in our current situations, preventing us from taking that leap towar...

80. The Psychology of Flow and Career Success with Sarah Gregg

22 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join me in conversation with Psychologist and published author Sarah Gregg who is an expert in career reinvention and the psychology of flow. In this...

79. Test Drive Your Career: Why try before you buy works

08 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever wanted to test potential career options without leaving your current job?  To see whether any of those options would be a good fit for ...

78. Growth Mindset and CPD: Paving the Path to Professional Excellence

25 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When did you last look at your career and wonder if you were genuinely equipped for the journey ahead?In today's episode, I’ll explain why Cont...

77. Menopause Matters: Insights for Successful Careers

11 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Lisa Scully joins me to discuss how the menopause impacts many individuals in the workplace.During our insightful conversation, you&a...

76. Navigating Your Career: Finding the Right People for Support

27 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

 In this episode, I explore the importance of finding the right people to support your career growth. Discover how seeking help and guidance from oth...

75. 75 Episodes Strong: Celebrating Career Insights and Inspiration

13 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I celebrate my 75th episode of the podcast, and to help me mark this special occasion,  Kate Trafford joins me. But this time Kate in...

74. Transform Your Career: Unveiling Four Pathways to Success

30 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I embark on a reflective journey through the treasure trove of over 70 episodes, carefully curating four career pathways to empower y...

73. Finding Love in Your Current Job: Should I Stay or Should I Go?

16 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I address the common question of whether to stay in a current job or explore new opportunities. I provide practical guidance on how ...

72. Career Insights Unveiled: Conversations with Coaching Experts

02 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, I discuss a recent side project talking with experts about the art and science of career coaching, empowering you to love you...

71. Career Mastery: Unlocking Success and Fulfillment with Grant Duncan

19 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you ready to unlock the secrets of career success and find true fulfilment in your professional journey?In this insightful episode, I sit down wit...

70. Are your biases holding you back from reaching your career potential?

05 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I talk about biases and how they influence our career choices and why they are probably hindering your progress, even if you don’t ...

69. Unlocking the Secrets to Salary Negotiation

21 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I talk with author and negotiation expert Michael Phillips about the art and science of salary negotiation.Listen for invaluable insi...

68. Is Career Coaching the Right Choice For You?

07 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I discuss career coaching and whether it might be your right choice for you. It’s a question many people ask me about, and since m...

67. Raise the Bar: Overcoming Alcohol Addiction to Achieve Career Success

24 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I talk to an expert sobriety coach, Christine Coalson, who explains why drinking could be adversely affecting your career.Christine i...

66. Revisiting the Career Mindset: A Guide to Success

10 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this  episode, you will discover the 3 essential mindsets and 4 daily habits to drive success in your careerThis topic was the subject of one of m...

65. 4 obstacles to navigate in your mid-career

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I talk about the four common obstacles and challenges that you may encounter in your mid-career, and of course, I will tell you how t...

64. Routes Out of Teaching: Melanie Cotton's Insights on Career Transitions

12 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I talk to Melanie Cotton, a former teacher turned freelance proofreader and creator of the YouTube channel, Routes Out of Teaching. ...

63. ACT at Work: Overcoming Worries, Boosting Confidence, and Achieving Success

29 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I talk about a new approach you might not have heard of that can help you deal with work anxiety, build confidence, and succeed in yo...

62. Navigating the Future Workplace: The 7 Essential Career Skills with Emma Sue Prince

15 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is an interesting and informative interview for you with Emma Sue Prince. Emma Sue is a 7 Skills for the Future expert (more about this ...

61. From Vision to Reality: Achieving Your Long-Term Career Goals

01 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I dive into the world of career planning.  I provide you with the tools and strategies to turn your long-term career vision into re...

60. How to have more productive career discussions with your manager

15 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast, I talk about how to have more productive career discussions with your manager.Many of my clients report having difficult relationship...

59. Career Experimentation: 5 Low-Risk Ways to Discover Your Dream Job

01 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast, I discuss how to make progress with a career change — either switching roles or breaking into a new industry or sector, without bli...

58. Career Advancement: The Pros and Cons of Further Education

18 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve reached a cul-de-sac in your career, should you go back to college or university? Will this be the Elixir to career greatness? In this ep...

57. How to make 2023 a great year for your career!

04 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

2022 is done, here comes 2023, and you might be asking how can you make the most of your new year? In this podcast episode, I explain how to make 202...

56. What are your values and why they are important in your career?

21 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I talk about Values and why these are important when it comes to working out your career path. I also share a really cool resource tha...

55. 5 Steps to Getting Unstuck - and Getting Clear on your Career

07 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I talk about career clarity:- What it means to be stuck- Why do we get stuck in our careers-What’s at stake if we remain stuck, and...

54. An alternative route map to career success with Kate Trafford

23 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m joined by Master Coach Kate Trafford. You might recall that Kate was a special guest on Episodes 11 and 32, and that last epis...

53. How to get a payrise - step by step

09 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast episode, I provide a proven framework to help you decide whether you should be asking for a pay rise right now and, if so, how you sho...

52. How the recruitment industry can help you in your career with Louise Triance

26 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I'm joined by recruitment industry expert Louise Triance.We discuss:-       The state of the recruitment industry-       ...

51. Doing job applications right with Don B Gatewood

12 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Don B Gatewood joins me today to talk about the job application process and supporting clients to make successful applications and deliver powerful in...

50. Reviewing the brilliant guests who have appeared on the podcast

28 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Celebrating my 50th Podcast episode!  It has been less than two years since I launched Your Bravo Career.  I was a first-time podcaster, and I did ...

49. How to decide what's next in your mid career

13 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This is the episode if you’re mid-career or thereabouts and wonder what’s next in your career.Courtney Kirschbaum is joining me for this episode, ...

48. What you can learn from my TEDx talk

31 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I discuss my recent TEDx talk.I talk about my journey on the path to enjoyable and rewarding work. Why it’s important to reflect on...

47. Are you too old to change career?

17 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I focus on the concern that many of us have about changing careers in our 40s, 50s or even 60s. Am I too old? Or, Is it too late for...

46. How to Create a Career Development Plan

03 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

So, in this episode, I talk with Sarah Brooks about career development, why it’s important and how you can get started developing your career.Sarah ...