From Visual Merchandising to Retail Consulting “I felt trapped in a routine that left no room for my life or growth.”
From Employee to Freelancer (plus post-shift update) “I couldn’t imagine doing anything else, ever. But then lockdown hit.”
From Academia to Hypnosis “Academic research felt like a dead end, with no clear path or security for me.”
From Academic to Personal Development Coach "I no longer felt I could fully live my values or make the kind of meaningful impact I aspired to within that system."
From Communications to Portfolio Career (plus post-shift update) “I was so over having a corporate career with the long days and commuting.”
From Content Writer to Interior Designer “I couldn’t continue working like a robot and feeling utterly burnt out.”
From Consumer Goods to Non-Profit (Plus Post-shift Update) “I knew that if doing my job well didn’t excite me, I needed a new job.”
From Emergency Services to Funeral Director “I knew this role wasn’t for me, but I knew I still wanted to help support families in times of need.”
From Marketing to Portfolio Career (Plus Post-Shift Update) “I couldn’t distinguish between what I'd decided for my career and what I’d been pushed into.”
