Career Change for Women | Career Coaching, Career Path
Career Change for Women | Career Coaching, Career Path

Career Change for Women | Career Coaching, Career Path

Brittany Cates | Career Coach, UX Designer, Podcast Host, Entrepreneur

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Stuck in a soul-sucking job? Career Change for Women is the go-to podcast for high-achieving women ready to pivot into fulfilling, flexible, high-paying work. Hosted by Brittany Cates—career coach, UX designer, and former burnt-out teacher—you’ll get real talk, inspiring career change stories, mindset shifts, and actionable steps to help you ditch the confusion and make your dream career a reality. Formerly Shift Your Day Job.

Recent Episodes

From Self-Doubt to Success: How Overcoming Loneliness Led Ellen Twomey to a Thriving Tech Career
MAY 29, 2025
From Self-Doubt to Success: How Overcoming Loneliness Led Ellen Twomey to a Thriving Tech Career
In this episode, I chat with Ellen Twomey—career coach, entrepreneur, and founder of You Are TechY—about career transitions, confidence, and breaking into tech.Ellen shares her personal journey from being a stay-at-home mom to landing a job in tech, despite facing self-doubt and isolation. She explains how attending just one meetup changed everything for her and how other women can do the same.We also dive into:Overcoming fear and rejection – Why confidence matters and how to shift your mindset.Work-life balance – The reality of juggling career growth with personal life.Entrepreneurship & career pivots – Ellen’s journey from corporate life to running her own businesses.Finding purpose – How passion comes from doing meaningful work, not just chasing excitement.Women in tech – Why women’s perspectives are crucial in shaping the future of the industry.Ellen also shares her insights on personal development, faith, and the importance of continuous learning. Whether you're looking to break into a new industry, start your own business, or simply build more confidence in your career, this episode is full of valuable takeaways.Connect with EllenEllen's Website: https://ellentwomey.com/Work Genius Website: https://www.workinggenius.com/You Are TechY Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/54Ut5wiCSmfNau6KPLKhzN---Book mentioned in the episode: "Ego Is the Enemy" by Ryan Holiday---Connect with BrittanyWebsite: https://www.shiftyourdayjob.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/shiftyourdayjob/
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46 MIN
Scared to Start Over? How Shannon Russell Transformed Her Career into a Fulfilling "Second Act"
MAY 8, 2025
Scared to Start Over? How Shannon Russell Transformed Her Career into a Fulfilling "Second Act"
In this episode, Shannon Russell, a former TV producer turned entrepreneur and career coach, shares her inspiring journey of transitioning from the entertainment industry to owning a business and helping women navigate career changes.Shannon talks about recognizing transferable skills, embracing self-reflection, and the power of listening to your inner voice when making a career pivot. She opens up about overcoming self-doubt, stepping away from a creative career to focus on family, and how she found confidence in starting her own business.We discuss the challenges of career transitions, the importance of financial planning, and how having a support system and a plan can help you pursue fulfillment over societal expectations. Shannon also shares insights from her brand new book, "Start Your Second Act."If you’re thinking about making a career change or starting your own business, this episode is full of valuable tips to help you step into your next chapter with confidence!Buy the book here: https://a.co/d/9X1O6F5---Connect with ShannonWebsite - https://secondactsuccess.coFB - https://www.facebook.com/secondactsuccess.coIG - https://instagram.com/secondactsuccessTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@secondactsuccessLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonrussellcareercoachYoutube - https://www.youtube.com/@secondactsuccess---Connect with BrittanyWebsite: https://www.shiftyourdayjob.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/shiftyourdayjob/
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42 MIN