3 signs you're ready for a career change

When you started your career, you were probably optimistic and excited for what it could hold. But when the excitement fades and you find yourself at odds with your job, it can be difficult to admit that you’ve fallen out of love with your career.

If you dread getting up each morning, or even if you “need” that glass of wine each night to decompress from the day, you may need to consider a career change.

In today’s episode we will discuss the top 3 signs that you are ready for a career change, why that can be hard to admit, and how to find the courage to step out and find a career that you love!

Show highlights include:

  • How to find the courage to make a career change (4:27)
  • What to do when you just don’t care about your work (6:06)
  • The shocking truth about liking your job (7:19)
  • How liking your career is an act of service (8:40)
  • Can’t admit you need a change? Try this! (9:40)
  • How your fears are fooling you into keeping your job (11:29)
  • The sneaky way your subconscious is telling you it's time for a change (14:15)
  • Why “needing” a drink after work may be a sign that you actually need a new career (14:45)
  • What binge watching Netflix is telling you about your career (16:04)
  • Why keeping your job could be damaging your health (17:46)
  • How to “reactivate” your career without changing jobs (20:20)

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You deserve a big, full life and the freedom to enjoy it. The Brilliant Balance Podcast helps women in leadership design their next chapter for sustainable success—without burnout. Every week, host Cherylanne Skolnicki, a leading expert in work-life balance, leadership growth, and mindset coaching, shares ideas, inspiration, and insights to help high-achieving women align their ambition with personal fulfillment. Through conversations on leadership mindset, time management, and personal growth, you'll gain the tools to thrive in both your career and personal life. Whether you're considering a career pivot or craving more time for your personal life, you might find yourself asking: How do I advance my career—without working 24/7? Can I achieve my goals while still having time for my family? How do I stop feeling overwhelmed and start feeling in control? What’s next for me—and how do I design it intentionally? If you’ve ever wondered how to fulfill your potential without breaking your life, this podcast is for you. In addition to sharing her own insights, Cherylanne sits down with experts, thought leaders, and ambitious women who reveal their strategies for burnout recovery, productivity for women, and redefining success on their terms. You’ll love the Brilliant Balance Podcast if you like podcasts like: Unlocking Us or Dare to Lead with Brene Brown, Women at Work by Harvard Business Review, The Midlife with Reshma Saujani, We Can Do Hard Things with Glennon Doyle, The Mel Robbins Podcast, HerMoney with Jean Chatzky, So Money with Farnoosh Torabi