Landing Your Career in your 30s and 40s

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Rebranding your career in your 30s or 40s isn’t a setback — it’s a strategy.
In this episode, I’m breaking down why so many professionals pivot mid-career, how to navigate the changing workforce post-pandemic, and smart ways to build a bridge into a more meaningful (and financially secure) future.

We’ll talk freelancing, returnships, passion pivots, and how to make big moves without losing your peace.

💡 Whether you’re exploring your “what’s next,” returning after a break, or ready to monetize your expertise — this one’s for you.

🕒 Timestamps

0:00–3:45 — Intro
3:46–5:09 — Reasons People Change Careers
5:10–8:50 — Work Transition Post-Pandemic
8:51–11:46 — Coffee Badging
11:47–15:04 — New Types of Work Shifts
15:05–22:07 — Looking for Passionate and Impactful Work
22:08–25:13 — Test the New Industry Waters
25:14–31:29 — The Influx of Freelancing Opportunities
31:30–33:37 — Difference Between Freelancing and Fractional Work
33:38–34:54 — Quitting Your Job to Transition – Budgeting
34:55–37:40 — Quitting Your Job to Transition – Drawing from Your 401K
37:50–38:22 — Quitting Your Job to Transition – Healthcare
38:23–39:53 — Keeping the 9-to-5 While Transitioning – Networking Within
39:54–41:37 — Keeping the 9-to-5 While Transitioning – Budgeting Time
41:38–45:46 — Returning to the Workforce – Create Your Story
45:47–47:24 — Returning to the Workforce –Returnships
47:25–52:51 — Outro

🔗 Helpful Resources

🔁 Learn more about Returnships: iRelaunch Returnships: https://www.irelaunch.com/returnships/p2

💼 Explore Career Change Options: US News – Best Jobs for a Career Change: https://careers.usnews.com/advice/best-jobs/slideshows/jobs-to-consider-for-a-career-change?slide=17

🎥 Watch Pete Newsome’s Take on Mid-Career Transitions: TikTok – Pete Newsome: https://www.tiktok.com/@petenewsome/video/7554153207367224606

🧑🏾‍💻 See Virtual Assistant Career Paths: Indeed – Jobs as a Virtual Assistant: https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/finding-a-job/jobs-as-virtual-assistant

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