The Midlife Reinvention: How to Find Your Ikigai, Deal with Imposter Syndrome & Build Your Confidence in Career & Life Transi

Kavita Ahuja, Founder of It's My Time Now Coaching, Inspired By Mel Robbins, Oprah Winfrey, Brene Brown, Deepak Chopra, Vishen Lakhiani, Cathy Heller

Are you experiencing a Career or Life Transition, and are asking yourself "What's Next"?  Join Kavita Ahuja, Certified Career and Life Transitions Coach, and founder of It's My Time Now Coaching https://itsmytimenowcoaching.com/ as she gives her own wonderful insights and interviews incredible women across the globe will give you inspiration to rediscover who you really are, what you really want, and how to get there!  You will learn how to overcome obstacles, find your true calling, and make your next chapter in life your best chapter ever. Reinvention doesn't mean giving up everything; it means rediscovering what has always been inside of you and bringing that out into the world. If not now, when?If would like to dive deeper into how Kavita can help you make your vision for yourself a reality, book a complimentary consultation with Kavita here: https://calendly.com/itsmytimenowcoaching/45-minute-discovery-call

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    #238: 3 Small Shifts You Can Make Today To Build Unshakable Confidence

    Send us a text Do you think confidence only comes after a big success or career change? Think again. If you’re a woman navigating midlife transitions - whether in your career or personal life - you might be waiting for a “perfect moment” to finally feel confident. But what if confidence isn't something you wait for, but something you build daily through subtle, intentional shifts? In this episode you will discover:  3 confidence-building shifts you can implement right now - no major life overhaul required. How the language you use in emails and conversations can silently undermine or amplify your authority. How to reframe fear as a powerful guide toward growth - not a stop sign. Hit play now to start building real, lasting confidence - one small, empowered choice at a time. Download our 28 Days to Building Confidence Guide Here Support the show Are feeling stuck currently in your career and life? Schedule a Breakthrough Conversation with Kavita Here Website Take our CAREER & LIFE FULFILLMENT QUIZ This short quiz will give you a clear understanding of what's holding you back, and how to move confidently forward! Connect here: LinkedIn Instagram Facebook In this podcast, we delve into the challenges and opportunities that come with midlife career and life transitions, addressing the importance of change, finding one's happiness, purpose and Ikigai, and building confidence, especially for women. We explore the impact of limiting beliefs, self-doubt, inner critics and "midlife crises". We discuss visualization, manifestation, and the journey of self-discovery that leads to reinvention and fulfillment, as well as career advice & guidance on how to shift your mindset at any age.

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    Send us a text Have you ever felt like you’re slowly disappearing inside a life that looks "successful" from the outside - but feels completely misaligned on the inside? Discovering why staying in the wrong career is Dimming Your Light now. If your career pays the bills but drains your soul, you're not alone. In this heartfelt episode, Kavita Ahuja shares the hidden emotional cost of staying in roles that don’t fit who you truly are -  and how that quiet disconnection is affecting more than just your work. In this episode you’ll discover:  How to recognize when your spark is fading - and why it’s not just in your head The real reason "success" might not feel fulfilling anymore The path to alignment through Ikigai and start feeling like yourself again Hit play now to learn how to reconnect with your true self and start building a life - and career - that fits who you   ✨ If your light has dimmed and you’re ready to rediscover your spark, book a complimentary Breakthrough Session with Kavita today. Together, you’ll explore how the Pyramid of Reinvention process can help you stop dimming your light and start shining brighter than ever. 👉 Book your free Breakthrough Session here Support the show Are feeling stuck currently in your career and life? Schedule a Breakthrough Conversation with Kavita Here Website Take our CAREER & LIFE FULFILLMENT QUIZ This short quiz will give you a clear understanding of what's holding you back, and how to move confidently forward! Connect here: LinkedIn Instagram Facebook In this podcast, we delve into the challenges and opportunities that come with midlife career and life transitions, addressing the importance of change, finding one's happiness, purpose and Ikigai, and building confidence, especially for women. We explore the impact of limiting beliefs, self-doubt, inner critics and "midlife crises". We discuss visualization, manifestation, and the journey of self-discovery that leads to reinvention and fulfillment, as well as career advice & guidance on how to shift your mindset at any age.

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    #234: How Goal Setting Shifts Fear Into Fuel For Your Career & Life Transitions

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    #232: 3 Ways Women in Midlife Can Use the September Shift to Reset Their Life with Clarity

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Are you experiencing a Career or Life Transition, and are asking yourself "What's Next"?  Join Kavita Ahuja, Certified Career and Life Transitions Coach, and founder of It's My Time Now Coaching https://itsmytimenowcoaching.com/ as she gives her own wonderful insights and interviews incredible women across the globe will give you inspiration to rediscover who you really are, what you really want, and how to get there!  You will learn how to overcome obstacles, find your true calling, and make your next chapter in life your best chapter ever. Reinvention doesn't mean giving up everything; it means rediscovering what has always been inside of you and bringing that out into the world. If not now, when?If would like to dive deeper into how Kavita can help you make your vision for yourself a reality, book a complimentary consultation with Kavita here: https://calendly.com/itsmytimenowcoaching/45-minute-discovery-call

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