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What if the bravest career move you could make didn’t require certainty—just permission to try? 

In this episode, I share the sentence that changed my career path and what six years of choosing courage have taught me about self-trust, alignment, and listening.

Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode

We’ll explore what courage really looks like in our everyday work lives—setting boundaries, saying yes (and no), and choosing what’s right for you, even when it doesn’t match expectations.

+ Career courage doesn’t require certainty. The most meaningful career decisions often begin with permission to try—one season, one year, or one small step at a time.
+ Doing what’s right for you may not meet others’ expectations—and that’s okay. Alignment with your values, energy, and priorities matters more than following a traditional or linear career path.
+ Bravery is built through small, intentional actions. Setting boundaries, saying yes (and no) thoughtfully, and listening to your inner nudge strengthens self-trust and creates lasting career clarity.

Resources mentioned in this episode:
+ 🖋️ In a season of transition? The In Season guided planner is designed to support career change and fresh starts—in just five minutes a day (use code PODLOVE for 10% off your order)
+ 💛 Join Flourish Careers Insider community
+ Tune in to the Career Reinvention Roadmap: Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3

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+ Join Fried to Flourishing, the self-paced career change course or virtual coaching experience.
+ You’re invited to the Gathering Ground, an insider circle where careers take root, grow, and flourish.
+ Browse around the shop and check out the playbooks: Make The Leap, Ultimate Playbook for Heart-Based Career Change | The Complete Interview Prep Playbook | Jumpstart Your Job Search, Gift for Grads

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Want more career wisdom? Check out these podcast episodes/blog posts!
+ How To Use Rituals To Prioritize Yourself And Your Career
+ The Myth of Starting Over in Your Career
+ Brave Women at Work: Lessons in Letting Go—Embracing Naïve Joy

For more insider stories, quick tips, and #CareerTalk, I invite you to connect with me on Instagram @flourish.careers.

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