The Career Change Studio

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The Career Change Studio is your go-to podcast to help you design and create a new working life so that you can live the way you want and need in your next chapter. Join Certified Career Change Coach Dana Stevens for practical advice, inspiration, mindset shifts, and proven strategies to help you move on from unfulfilling work, explore new directions, and design a career that works for you.

  1. 4D AGO

    The Power of Potential in Midlife

    Episode 21: When did you last think of yourself as someone full of potential? If it's been a while, this episode is for you. We live in a culture that associates potential with youth. But what if that story isn't just unhelpful, what if it's factually wrong? In this episode, Career Change coach Dana Stevens makes the case that women in midlife actually have more potential now than at any other point in their lives, and backs it up with the science to prove it. Whether you are considering a career change in your 40s, thinking about changing careers in midlife, or simply feeling like your best years are behind you, this episode will change how you see yourself and what you believe is possible. In this episode you will learn: Why midlife career changers have a compounding advantage that younger people simply don't haveWhat neuroscience and neuroplasticity research tells us about the adult brain's ongoing capacity for growth and learningWhy the cultural story that potential belongs to the young is not only unhelpful but factually incorrectHow your mindset about your own potential directly shapes the actions you take and the results you createA practical taking stock exercise to help you see your own potential clearly, many for the first time in yearsHow one simple shift in how you think about yourself can be the beginning of real, lasting career changeResources mentioned: Carol Dweck, Mindset: The New Psychology of Success Connect with Dana: Website: https://www.danastevens.com/workwithme Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dana_stevens_coach/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danastevens1/ Free Coaching Consultation: https://calendly.com/danastevens/initial-coaching-chat If this episode resonated, follow The Career Change Studio and share it with someone who’s feeling stuck in their career. And if you’re ready to design a working life that truly fits your needs and lifestyle, book a free clarity call at https://calendly.com/danastevens/initial-coaching-chat Special thanks to @Lou_Greenaway_Music for the piano composition and performance.

    26 min

  2. MAR 3

    Are You Living in a Season That's Already Over?

    Episode 20: What if the career change you've been putting off isn't a leap into the unknown, it's simply catching up with a season that has already started?  In this episode, Dana explores one of the most powerful mindset shifts for women thinking about changing careers: seeing your life as a series of seasons rather than one long continuous story.  You'll learn: > How to recognise the signs that your season has already changed > Why we resist entering new chapters even when the old one is clearly over > How thinking about your next career move as "right for this season" rather than "right forever" can take the pressure off and make everything feel more possible.  And you'll have some powerful questions you can use to try your own Season Audit. Dana also mentioned an upcoming Masterclass Mindset Shifts for Successful Career Change so if you are listening on the day the episode is released Tuesday 3rd March, you still have time to sign up for the session at 7pm. Just click here to join. If you are listening after the Masterclass week in March you can either message Dana for a link to replay video or keep an eye on her website for upcoming masterclasses. Connect with Dana: Website: https://www.danastevens.com/workwithme Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dana_stevens_coach/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danastevens1/ Free Coaching Consultation: https://calendly.com/danastevens/initial-coaching-chat If this episode resonated, follow The Career Change Studio and share it with someone who’s feeling stuck in their career. And if you’re ready to design a working life that truly fits your needs and lifestyle, book a free clarity call at https://calendly.com/danastevens/initial-coaching-chat Special thanks to @Lou_Greenaway_Music for the piano composition and performance.

    22 min

  3. FEB 24

    Change Fluency: A Mindset Shift You Can Practice Today

    Episode 19: What if one of the the biggest obstacles to career change is actually your relationship with change itself? In this episode, Career Change Coach Dana Stevens explores how your thoughts about change shape your ability to actually make one. Because becoming someone who successfully navigates a career shift isn’t just about strategy, it’s about identity. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Reflective prompts to uncover what you truly believe about changeWhat Change Fluency is  and why it’s a skill you can developHow to use Mini Change Goals to start becoming the person who believes change is possible If this resonates, I invite you to my free masterclass on Tuesday 3rd March 2026 Mindset Shifts to Successfully Change Careers. You can use this link to sign up: https://www.danastevens.com/MindsetShiftsMarch26  Connect with Dana: Website: https://www.danastevens.com/workwithme Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dana_stevens_coach/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danastevens1/ Free Coaching Consultation: https://calendly.com/danastevens/initial-coaching-chat If this episode resonated, follow The Career Change Studio and share it with someone who’s feeling stuck in their career. And if you’re ready to design a working life that truly fits your needs and lifestyle, book a free clarity call at https://calendly.com/danastevens/initial-coaching-chat Special thanks to @Lou_Greenaway_Music for the piano composition and performance.

    17 min

  4. FEB 17

    How Redefining Success Will Help You Change Careers

    Episode 18: What if the version of “success” you’ve been chasing… isn’t actually yours? In this episode, we explore how your idea of success was formed and why it might be time to question it, especially if you’re considering a career change. Many of us carry an image of success that was shaped by our upbringing - our parents, culture or an earlier versions of ourselves. We might have been chasing promotions, titles, money or status. But as we grow, our priorities shift. What felt meaningful at 25 may feel completely different at 35, 45, or beyond. In this episode, we dive into: Why you've likely been chasing a fixed image of success in your mindWhy it’s essential to reassess success based on your current age and stage of lifeReflective questions to help you redefine success on your own termsYou’ll be invited to get honest about what success really looks like for you now. Not who you used to be, not who others expect you to be, but who you are today. If you’re thinking about changing careers, this conversation will help you make decisions rooted in clarity rather than pressure, comparison, or habit. Because sometimes the first step in changing your career is changing your definition of success. Connect with Dana: Website: https://www.danastevens.com/workwithme Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dana_stevens_coach/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danastevens1/ Free Coaching Consultation: https://calendly.com/danastevens/initial-coaching-chat If this episode resonated, follow The Career Change Studio and share it with someone who’s feeling stuck in their career. And if you’re ready to design a working life that truly fits your needs and lifestyle, book a free clarity call at https://calendly.com/danastevens/initial-coaching-chat Special thanks to @Lou_Greenaway_Music for the piano composition and performance.

    22 min

  5. FEB 10

    Why Growing Confidence Can Feel Uncomfortable and How it’s Holding You Back

    Episode 17: Confidence is something many women say they want more of yet we often hold back from building our own up. In this episode, we explore why growing your confidence often feels risky, awkward, or “too much,”. This conversation is designed to help you start thinking differently about confidence, so it stops being something you avoid and starts becoming something you can intentionally build. I introduce the concept of the Arrogance Fallacy, the mistaken belief that being more confident inevitably leads to becoming arrogant. . When confidence is mistaken for ego, many women respond by softening, shrinking, or staying quiet, even when they’re capable of more. Over time, this confusion can keep you playing small, second-guessing yourself, and holding back from the next chapter you want to move toward. If you’re thinking of changing careers, building up your confidence can be key and this episode will help you understand why you might have been holding back before now. Connect with Dana: Website: https://www.danastevens.com/workwithme Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dana_stevens_coach/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danastevens1/ Free Coaching Consultation: https://calendly.com/danastevens/initial-coaching-chat If this episode resonated, follow The Career Change Studio and share it with someone who’s feeling stuck in their career. And if you’re ready to design a working life that truly fits your needs and lifestyle, book a free clarity call at https://calendly.com/danastevens/initial-coaching-chat Special thanks to @Lou_Greenaway_Music for the piano composition and performance.

    20 min

  6. FEB 3

    Managing Your Fear to Change Careers

    Episode 16: Fear is one of the biggest reasons people stay stuck in careers that no longer fit, yet it’s also one of the most misunderstood parts of the career change process. In this episode, I explain why fear is not a sign you’re doing something wrong, but a completely normal (and expected) part of navigating change. Rather than trying to silence fear or push through it, I share a more helpful way to understand what fear is really doing and how to work with it instead of against it. I introduce my concept of the fear alarm: why fear often shows up loudly during career transitions and how to tell the difference between real risk and emotional discomfort. In this episode, we cover: Why fear is a normal part of any career change And why waiting to feel “fear-free” keeps you stuck. The Fear Alarm How fear functions as an internal warning system and how to interpret it without letting it run the show. The benefits of examining your fears What happens when you get curious about fear instead of avoiding it. Why fear is often really a fear of our feelings How we confuse emotional discomfort with danger and how this keeps us playing small. How to make informed decisions and create a safety net Why its important to reduce risk, build confidence, and move forward without reckless leaps.If fear has been the thing holding you back from taking your next step, this episode will help you feel more capable of navigating fear, without needing to get rid of it first. 🎧 Listen now and learn how to change careers without letting fear decide for you Connect with Dana: Website: https://www.danastevens.com/workwithme Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dana_stevens_coach/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danastevens1/ Free Coaching Consultation: https://calendly.com/danastevens/initial-coaching-chat If this episode resonated, follow The Career Change Studio and share it with someone who’s feeling stuck in their career. And if you’re ready to design a working life that truly fits your needs and lifestyle, book a free clarity call at https://calendly.com/danastevens/initial-coaching-chat Special thanks to @Lou_Greenaway_Music for the piano composition and performance.

    20 min

  7. JAN 27

    Career Change Myths That Are Keeping You Stuck

    Episode 15: If you’ve been thinking about changing careers but feel stuck, confused, or frustrated with yourself, this episode is for you. So many people believe they should feel clear by now. That one day a lightning-bolt moment will arrive and the answer will suddenly appear.  When that doesn’t happen, they assume something is wrong with them and stay exactly where they are. In this episode, I’m busting some of the most common career change myths that quietly keep people stuck for years. In this episode, we explore: The myth of the “lightbulb” or eureka moment Why waiting for sudden clarity can actually block progress.  The belief that someone else will rescue you Whether it’s an ex-colleague or a perfect opportunity,  why waiting to be “saved” keeps you powerless in your career. The false belief that you should have it figured out by now How unrealistic expectations and comparison create shame, self-doubt, and paralysis during career transitions. This episode will help you reframe where you are, let go of unnecessary pressure, and start moving forward. If you’re tired of feeling stuck and ready to approach your career change with more self-trust and realism, this conversation will give you a much-needed reset. 🎧 Listen now and take your first step forward. Connect with Dana: Website: https://www.danastevens.com/workwithme Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dana_stevens_coach/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danastevens1/ Free Coaching Consultation: https://calendly.com/danastevens/initial-coaching-chat If this episode resonated, follow The Career Change Studio and share it with someone who’s feeling stuck in their career. And if you’re ready to design a working life that truly fits your needs and lifestyle, book a free clarity call at https://calendly.com/danastevens/initial-coaching-chat Special thanks to @Lou_Greenaway_Music for the piano composition and performance.

    19 min

  8. JAN 20

    The Power of Intentional Discomfort in Navigating Career Change

    Episode 14. What if the discomfort you’re feeling isn’t a sign to stop but an invitation to grow? In this episode, we explore the concept of Intentional Discomfort - the practice of willingly stepping into discomfort as a tool for meaningful, lasting change. You’ll discover: Why discomfort isn’t the same as danger, and how understanding the difference can unlock courage during uncertain transitions. How viewing discomfort as temporary helps you stay grounded and resilient through the ups and downs of career change. How to make discomfort productive, using it as fuel for learning, creativity, and reinvention.Whether you’re pivoting into a new role, starting fresh in a new field, or questioning your next professional step, this episode will help you reframe discomfort as progress not pain. Connect with Dana: Website: https://www.danastevens.com/workwithme Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dana_stevens_coach/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danastevens1/ Free Coaching Consultation: https://calendly.com/danastevens/initial-coaching-chat If this episode resonated, follow The Career Change Studio and share it with someone who’s feeling stuck in their career. And if you’re ready to design a working life that truly fits your needs and lifestyle, book a free clarity call at https://calendly.com/danastevens/initial-coaching-chat Special thanks to @Lou_Greenaway_Music for the piano composition and performance.

    12 min
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The Career Change Studio is your go-to podcast to help you design and create a new working life so that you can live the way you want and need in your next chapter. Join Certified Career Change Coach Dana Stevens for practical advice, inspiration, mindset shifts, and proven strategies to help you move on from unfulfilling work, explore new directions, and design a career that works for you.

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  • Creator
    Dana Stevens
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    22
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Career Change Studio
  • Show Website
    The Career Change Studio

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