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

Episode Summary:
Writing a book is a lot like making a career change—it requires commitment, resilience, and the willingness to put yourself out there. In this episode, I share the lessons I learned from writing and publishing my first book, Mid Career Change: A Guide for Hope, Clarity, and Action, and how they apply to anyone considering a career transition.

From overcoming self-doubt to seeking feedback, staying motivated, and taking consistent action, this episode is full of insights to help you move forward with confidence, whether you’re thinking about a new career path or working on a big personal project.


What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ Why the decision to start is often the hardest part—whether writing a book or changing careers
✅ How to plan for success while staying flexible along the way
✅ The highs and lows of motivation—and how to keep going when you feel stuck
✅ The importance of asking for help and getting feedback from others
✅ Why putting yourself ‘out there’ is scary but ultimately rewarding


Mentioned in This Episode:

📖 Mid Career Change: A Guide for Hope, Clarity, and Action – Available now on Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.com
🎙️ Previous episodes of Mid-Career Change – Browse past episodes for more insights on career change and fulfilment


Action for You:

Take one small step today towards your career change or a big goal you've been considering. It could be researching a new career, reaching out to someone for advice, or even journaling about what’s holding you back.

💡 Remember: Clarity comes from action, not just thinking about it.


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