Career change - where are you stuck in the process?
Includes access to a free workbook - 3 new approaches to career change
I know why a lot of people give up on the idea of a career change.
Perhaps you are in a cycle of being ok in your job - feeling jaded - searching online for other jobs that you’re unsure about - updating your CV and sending off a few applications - finding the process too much on top of everything else - giving up and staying in your job.
The process is sticky and exhausting. You might realise that you’d just be swapping one desk/lab/shop/computer/boss for another very similar one. You probably don’t want to put yourself through awkward interviews and ghosting in the employment market. And actually, you’re unsure about what career to pursue.
I want you to write to me. Tell me exactly how things are for you right now: sarah@sarahventurer.com
Where are you stuck in the process?
My coaching work helps people by offering different approaches to career change. Together we look at the bigger picture of how you want to spend your time, what experiences feel meaningful to you, what ideas you have and why you are holding them back.
My aim is to get you away from your desk and back out into the world - meeting new people, going on mini adventures, learning new things, bringing your ideas to life, and reconnecting with your creativity.
I’ve created a new free workbook to get you started: 3 New Approaches to Career Change. It includes my tried and tested tips, plus exercises for you to complete. Press the green button below to request a copy or email: sarah@sarahventurer.com
In this episode of About The Adventure podcast, Julia tells us about her move from living in a big town to rural life in South Wales, and about her career change from working 12-hour shifts to running a B&B alongside her Smallholding and developing Wordpress websites.
She talks about the challenges of running a B&B, particularly during the Covid pandemic, and tells us why she decided to give that up for a more balanced lifestyle and to do a part-time degree.
“If you see something you really want to do, just do it. At the end of the day you’ve got to try it.”
Julia tells her story with a great positive spirit, which has obviously helped her to get through some really tough times, alongside the accountability network that has supported her in the local community.
Listen to the interview by clicking the button below, or download it here. The episode is also available on About The Adventure podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
Nature writing prompt
While I was walking in the woods this week I watched a cluster of insects dancing above young oak leaves. I noticed their long white antennae, took some photos when they were still, and googled what they might be. I discovered they were male green longhorn moths putting on a show for the females of their species.
What have you noticed in nature that has fascinated you?
Write descriptive nature notes about what you observed, how you felt, and what you discovered.
If you’d like to share your writing with me, please email: sarah@sarahventurer.com
Featured outdoor coaching session
While the majority of my outdoor coaching sessions are on Kinder Scout and the Mam Tor Ridge, I think this woodland offers a special experience for meaningful conversations and peaceful contemplation. I have recorded an interview here for my podcast, and visit fairly often for a restful morning.
If you need a gentle place to explore some big changes in your life, let’s walk together here and enjoy a coffee in the woods.
Coming up….
On the theme of trees and nature, here’s an interview with landscape photographer Matt Oliver on my other podcast: Wild About Kinder. Matt talks about how he became a photographer, his interest in trees, and why Kinder Scout feels special to him.
This Friday I’m recording the next career change interview with Jenna Maryniak who trained to become a counsellor alongside her job at Trail Magazine. She will be talking about how she has stayed true to herself through her career changes.
I’m working on a new podcast series about the Mountain Walks books published by Vertebrate Publishing. My aim is to interview all of the authors, and then I’ll be interviewed at the end to complete the series. I’ve interviewed two of the authors so far.
I hope you’re enjoying the bank holiday weekend. Drop me a line if you have a question or if you’d like to book a chat about my coaching work.