Building Resilience for Mid-Career Change with Russell Harvey
In this episode, I’m joined by Russell Harvey, executive coach, public speaker, and Managing Director of The Resilience Coach. With over 20 years of experience in leadership development and coaching, Russell specialises in helping professionals and leaders develop resilience and navigate challenges with clarity and confidence.
Russell shares his career journey, explains why resilience is essential for mid-career professionals, and offers practical strategies to help you thrive during times of uncertainty and change.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
Russell’s career journey and why he founded The Resilience Coach.
What resilience really means and why it’s more than just “bouncing back.”
How clarity, purpose, and values contribute to building resilience.
Practical strategies for mid-career professionals to navigate uncertainty, including:
Identifying your strengths and aligning them with your work.
Recognising and overcoming fear during career transitions.
Using optimism to balance realistic challenges with hope.
Real-life client stories of transformation through resilience coaching.
Why mid-career is the perfect time to reassess, realign, and take control of your career trajectory.
Memorable Quotes from Russell:
“Resilience is about springing forward with learning, not just bouncing back.”
“A resilient leader has clarity, understands their purpose, and has the energy to make great decisions.”
“Mid-career is a time to reflect: what have you learned so far, and what do you want to take forward into the next chapter of your career?”
Links and Resources Mentioned:
Visit Russell’s website: https://www.theresiliencecoach.co.uk/about-russell
Connect with Russell on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russelltheresiliencecoach/
Download my free guide, Should I Stay or Should I Go?: https://www.bravocoaching.co.uk/freeandhelpful
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Take care, and I’ll see you next time on Mid-Career Change.