The Career Change Studio

Episode 29: Navigating perimenopause or menopause while also trying to figure out what to do with your career is something that Career Change Coach Dana Stevens experiences regularly with her clients. And yet it is rarely talked about.  In this episode Dana talks about the brain fog, the anxiety, the rage, the confidence erosion, the feeling of not quite recognising yourself anymore, and how all o...

Episode 28: If you have been thinking about booking a free coaching consultation but are not quite sure what to expect, this episode is for you. Career Change Coach Dana Stevens walks you through exactly what happens in a consultation call, from what you actually talk about to what you walk away with.  In this episode you will learn: What a free consultation actually is, and what it is  not Exactl...

Episode 27: You think of a career idea and your brain immediately jumps to the how. The How feels difficult or even impossible, so you dismiss it. In this episode, Career Change coach Dana Stevens unpacks why this pattern is so common, why it is costing you options you have never actually examined, and what to do instead.  In this episode you will learn: Why asking how before whether is the wrong...

Episode 26: A common thing Career Change Coach Dana Stevens hears from women who are thinking about coaching is: "I just need to get my head sorted first. Then I'll be ready to start."  In this episode, Dana explores why that thought, though completely understandable, contains a loop that is very hard to break from the inside. The clarity you are waiting to have before you begin is...

Episode 25: Concern about money is one of the most common reasons women hold back from exploring a career change. You might be the breadwinner or a single parent or worried that you can't afford to start again.  In this episode, Career Change Coach Dana Stevens has the honest conversation about financial fear and career change.  In this episode you will learn: Why the assumption that career c...

Episode 24:  If you are exhausted, overextended and running on empty, you'll already know all about it. What you might not know is why. In this episode, Career Change Coach Dana Stevens explores the relationship between overwork, boundaries and the beliefs that quietly drive them. This episode helps you understand why boundaries  matter, and why addressing this might be one of the most import...

Episode 23: Part two of a two part series.  In Part One we looked at indecision as an active choice with hidden costs. In Part Two, Career Change Coach Dana Stevens goes deeper into the most common reason women stay stuck: the very convincing, very rational-sounding belief that now is not quite the right time. Work needs to be less busy. Life needs to calm down. Each reason sounds entirely sensibl...

Episode 22: We tend to think about indecision as something neutral. A pause before the real thing begins. But what if it isn't neutral at all? In this episode, Career Change Coach Dana Stevens makes the case that indecision is an active choice, with real and ongoing costs. If you have been sitting on a career decision for months or years, wondering why you can't seem to move forward, thi...

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 a...

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 re...

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: Ref...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 transition...

Episode 13: What if your career could fit your life, not consume it? In this episode, I break down what it really means to have a Life-First Career and why it is so important to approach your career change in this way. You’ll learn: What a Life-First Career actually is The key parts of my Life-First Career Method ® How my new group coaching program can help you put this process into action The Doo...

Episode 12: In this episode, learn how to set career goals that actually light you up and motivate you to take bold action in 2026. I’ll walk you through: Why it’s important to set goals for yourself How to reframe goals so they inspire and energise you A step-by-step process to create career goals that align with the life you want that you’ll be excited to chase this year 🎧 Listen now to create...

Episode 11: Before you set new career goals for the new year, it can be helpful to take the time to look back to help you move forwards. In this practical and reflective episode, I explain why reviewing your past year at work is so useful. Join me, Career Change Coach Dana Stevens, as I  walk you through a step-by-step Career Audit, complete with guided questions to help you assess your wins, less...

Episode 10:   In this episode, Career Change Coach Dana Stevens helps you to shift your perspective on something that can quietly shape every part of your life: your self-talk . If your internal monologue is unhelpful and unkind, Dana explains how even small phrases can have a powerful impact. They could be keeping you stuck, holding back your confidence, and slowing down the change you want to cr...

Episode 9: In this episode, Career Change Coach Dana Stevens talks about one of her favourite topics - Confidence. And why it’s essential to start building it before you make your next move. If you’ve ever told yourself, “I’ll feel more confident once I get the new job,” this episode will offer you a different perspective.  I’ll explain why waiting for external validation can actually keep you stu...

Episode 8: In this episode, we’re diving into the powerful role that Limiting Beliefs play in keeping you stuck and how they can hold you back from making the career change you truly want. You’ll learn what Limiting Beliefs actually are, how to start identifying your own, and why simply becoming aware of them is the first step toward transformation. I’ll share how these beliefs can stop you from s...

Episode 7: In this episode, I break down two of the most common myths that stop people from pursuing the career change they truly want. First, I’ll unpack the misconception that changing careers means starting from scratch and explain why you’re actually building on a foundation of valuable experience, transferable skills, and personal growth. Then, I’ll tackle the sunk cost fallacy: the belief th...

Episode 6: If you’re telling yourself that you’re too old to change careers or you are worrying that you have left it too late, then this episode is a must-listen. Join Certified Career Change Coach Dana Stevens as she explains why your age is not the problem, but rather how you are thinking about your age. You’ll learn how your thoughts can hold you back and how thinking differently is going to b...

Struggling to make a decision about changing careers? In episode 5 of The Career Change Studio , I unpack why so many people feel indecisive when they start contemplating change in their careers  and how you can start thinking differently about it.  In this episode, you’ll learn: Why indecision shows up during a career change and why it’s a normal part of the process How indecisions can actually b...