126: Nonlinear Career: A Path to First-Time Entrepreneurship or Career Advancement

Some people follow linear career paths; others find themselves wanting to mid-career change directions throughout their careers.

Stepping off the traditional career track—that well-trodden road leading from novice to expert in your field—can feel daunting, especially after you’ve invested a decade, or several, pursuing a linear pathway up the corporate ladder.

In this episode, co-hosts Nola Boea and Lori Vajda explore what a vibrant life and a non-linear career have in common and why you want both!

Thanks for listening! Let’s stay connected!

If you enjoyed this show, subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen. That way, you’ll never miss an inspiring, motivating episode.

Want more helpful tools, tips, and inspiration delivered to your inbox? Sign up  for “News You Can Use” at Sticky Brand Lab

We love hearing your feedback! Leave or speak your message here

If you haven’t already, please connect with us on Facebook!

Would you like to be a featured guest or have your question, comment, or review mentioned? Ask Muse!

Business success strategies are in the works. Come have a listen!

In This Episode You’ll Learn 

• What is a non-linear career journey and what does it have to do with living a vibrant life?
• How do professionals move between industries and tolerate the uncertainty that accompanies a non-linear career journey?.
• Why changing job roles, or even career paths, can bring many advantages – namely, broadening your skill set and bolstering your career capital.

Key points Lori and Nola are sharing in this episode:

(04:59:73) We’re explaining a non-linear career track and how it can have a positive impact on both a person's income and their vitality far into the future.

(07:18:91) The major differences between following a traditional and nontraditional career track

(12:31:81) Whether you choose an unintentional journey or an intentional path, here are some helpful steps you can take to design your non-linear career.

(15:29:60) There are a variety of reasons for choosing a non-linear career, but stage, age, and life circumstances can definitely motivate people to jump ship. 

(17:30:13) What is the future of retirement? How has it shifted, and how can pivoting now prepare you for becoming a first-time entrepreneur in the second half of your vibrant life?

Resources

Sign up  for “News You Can Use” at Sticky Brand Lab

You can subscribe to Lori and Nola's show (we love you and want to make it easy) on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

ConvertKit: Our #1 Favorite Email Marketing Platform   (This is an affiliate link)

Podcast Transcript