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#187: Why Career Transitions Trigger Imposter Syndrome & Grief—And How Finding Your Ikigai Can Help, with Laverne Mckinnon
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What happens when your career, the one that defined your identity, is suddenly ripped away? How do you recover, rebuild, and step into your next chapter despite Imposter Syndrome & Grief?
Losing a job, stepping away from a long-term career, or experiencing a major professional shift can feel like losing a piece of yourself. In this episode, certified coach and grief recovery specialist Laverne McKinnon shares powerful insights on how to navigate career grief and break free from imposter syndrome—so you can step into your next chapter with clarity and courage.
In this episode you will discover:
✅ How career grief keeps you stuck—and how to finally move forward.
✅ The 5 types of imposter syndrome and how to break free from self-doubt.
✅ Why choosing courage over confidence is the secret to bold reinvention.
If career setbacks or imposter syndrome have been holding you back, this episode will give you the mindset shifts you need. And don’t forget to stay till the end for key insights in how you can rewrite your story
Hit play now and start rewriting your story! 🎧✨
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This podcast explores career and life transitions, helping women find clarity, confidence, and purpose through Ikigai and self-discovery. We cover navigating change, overcoming self-doubt and limiting beliefs, finding your purpose-driven career, and building the courage to start your next chapter - whether you're facing a career transition, life transition, or midlife reinvention.