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Happen To Your Career - Meaningful Work, Career Change, Career Design, & Job Search

Scott Anthony Barlow

You’re not totally happy with your career (obviously!) You also know that there “has to be something out there that’s better.” That hope that you can find meaningful and fulfilling work, that also pays you well, has led you here! This is the show that provides the inspiration, tools, and roadmaps to move from where you are to work that matters to you and uniquely fits your strengths and talents.

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10:49

Making Networking Natural (Even If You Think You're...

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2025/10/27

Ever tell yourself "I'm just not good at networking"? You're not alone—and you might be more wrong than you think. In this episode, discover how some of the most successful career changers aren't natural networkers at all, but introverts and analytical thinkers who found ways to make connecting feel authentic. Learn the simple reframe that turns networking from schmoozing into experimenting. What you’ll learn How to reframe networking from "selling yourself" to simply gathering research data Why

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35:24

Hate Networking? How to Connect Without Being Pushy...

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2025/10/16

Most people think networking means awkward small talk and business cards. But Darrah Brustein proves real networking is about authentic connection, not transactions. In this episode, she shares how to reach busy people, build genuine relationships, and make networking something you actually enjoy. What you’ll learn The key to connecting with busy professionals without being ignored The mindset shift that makes networking enjoyable instead of awkward The top mistakes that make you forgettable when

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12:01

The Secret to Finding a Career That Fits while...

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2025/10/13

Ever feel like you’re gambling with years of your life every time you change jobs? Most people think career change means picking the “right” opportunity and committing — only to find out too late it’s wrong. But what if you could test and validate what you want before making the leap? What you’ll learn: Why career experiments are the fastest way to find work that truly fits (without years of trial and error) How to move past the awkwardness of experimenting and turn it into real opportunities Why

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34:06

When Prestige Isn’t Enough: Rebecca’s Career Change...

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2025/10/06

Making a career change is hard enough. Doing it while your family and friends question your every move? That’s a whole new level. In this episode, Rebecca Maddox shares how she left a high-status political law career, dealt with unexpected pushback, and reframed her interviews to land a role that truly fit her life and goals. What you’ll learn Why Rebecca walked away from a “dream job” in law and politics in Washington, DC The hidden toll of stress at work and how health scares can signal it’s

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30:52

Executive Career Change: When Stability isn’t enough...

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2025/09/29

What if your job looks perfect on paper but leaves you drained and unfulfilled? For Paul Ichilcik, the breaking point came when he realized he was spending 80-90% of his time on work that didn’t align with his strengths. This episode reveals how Paul challenged assumptions, let go of “security,” and made an intentional career change that finally brought alignment and energy back into his life. What you’ll learn How to know when a “great” job is still the wrong fit Why identity, security, and

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30:49

Laid Off and Scared? How to Turn Setbacks Into Career...

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2025/09/18

What if losing your job was actually the first step toward finding your best-fit career? After being laid off, Melissa Shapiro fought fear, built confidence, and discovered a career that aligned with her strengths. In this episode, she reveals the strategies, mindset shifts, and lessons that helped her transform job loss into opportunity. What you’ll learn What to do immediately after a layoff (without panicking) How Melissa turned job loss into the push she needed for a career change The biggest

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18:23

The Career Change Advice People Wish They’d Heard Sooner

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2025/08/28

👉 The biggest obstacle in your career change isn’t your boss, your industry, or the economy—it’s you. In this episode, Scott Anthony Barlow shares real-life advice from people who overcame self-doubt, fear, and procrastination to build meaningful work. Discover how to get out of your own way, take the next step with confidence, and finally create a career that fits. What you’ll learn Small actions create big momentum in your career Waiting too long to change is more costly than you think Asking

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26:32

Why Informational Interviews Fail and the Career...

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2025/08/21

What if the #1 networking strategy you’ve been told to use is actually holding you back? In this episode, Scott Anthony Barlow reveals the smarter, faster way to find your dream career: Test Drive Conversations. Learn how this simple shift can open doors, build genuine connections, and help you land a role you truly love—without ever asking for a job. What you’ll learn The #1 reason informational interviews fail and the smarter alternative for career changers. The core differences between

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34:12

Burnout Followed Me After I Quit — Until I Discovered...

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2025/08/18

Quitting your job doesn’t always fix burnout — sometimes, it follows you. In this episode, Amanda Love shares how a bridge role gave her the space, stability, and clarity to recover, reset, and make an intentional career change. What you’ll learn Why quitting your job may not cure burnout — and what actually works How a bridge role creates space for recovery and intentional career change Using therapy and self-reflection to set boundaries and break patterns Leveraging transferable skills to make a

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37:54

From Academia to Federal Government: Michal’s Second...

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2025/08/14

A career change isn’t permanent—no matter how much time and effort you’ve invested. After transitioning from academia to a research role, Michal Balass realized within nine months that it wasn’t the perfect fit. In this “Where Are They Now?” episode, she shares how the lessons and self-discovery from her first career change made the second one into the federal government smoother, faster, and far more aligned. What you’ll learn Why your first career change is often the hardest—and how it

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37:48

Conversation Habits of Top Performers That Define...

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2025/07/21

The way you communicate could be the reason you're stuck, OR the reason you get ahead. Charles Duhigg shares the Supercommunicator framework that helps you nail interviews, lead better meetings, and have the career-defining conversations that actually get results. What you’ll learn How to shift from “saying the right thing” to actually connecting How top performers approach important conversations differently How your communication style could be holding you back (and how to fix it) How to

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31:03

Career Change at 50: From “Too Old to Change” to...

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2025/06/02

Feel trapped by decades of success in a career that no longer fulfills you? This episode challenges everything you think you know about career change at 50, featuring three professionals who found fulfillment without throwing away decades of expertise. You'll discover whether you need a complete pivot or strategic shift, and how to make the transition while managing real-life responsibilities. What you’ll learn How to recognize whether you need a complete career change or strategic shift within

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22:49

The Power of Awkward Connections: Escaping Career...

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2025/05/12

The biggest career networking myth says to "tell everyone you're looking" - but that rarely works unless you do this one crucial thing. Travis discovered this game-changing approach and transformed his career by focusing on strategic conversations instead of collecting random connections. In this episode, he shares how embracing "awkward connections" helped him transition from cabinet making to his dream job in playground design - without ever submitting his resume online. What you’ll learn Why

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22:00

Using Strengths in Job Search: Surprising Results...

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2025/05/05

Feeling stuck in career transition uncertainty? When scientist Edna quit her unfulfilling job without another lined up, she used her analytical skills to collect strengths feedback from 25 colleagues worldwide. This episode reveals how understanding her core strengths helped her navigate uncertainty to find the perfect innovation leadership role. What you’ll learn How to use a strengths exercise to validate your talents and career direction Why understanding your core values is crucial for finding

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10:04

It’s Not Work Life Balance You Want; It’s This

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2025/04/11

Forget everything you've been told about work-life balance, it's actually an illusion. After talking to over 2,000 professionals, we discovered what people truly want isn't balance at all, but three specific elements that transform how work fits into your life. Learn the surprising truth about what you're really searching for and how to create the intentional career you deserve. Episode Mentioned 🎧 Jay Papasan (The One Thing) Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career

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38:25

Can Less Job Applications = More Offers?

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2025/03/24

The panic of job searching often drives us to apply everywhere, hoping something sticks. Yet after helping thousands find meaningful work, we've discovered the counterintuitive truth: fewer, more targeted applications almost always lead to better results. Quality beats quantity, especially when your career is on the line. Stephanie found herself in a terrifying situation: laid off and facing visa expiration with just 60 days to secure a new position or leave the country. Her initial response? Apply

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20:23

ADHD Strategies for Adults: 8 Unexpected Approaches...

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2025/03/17

You've read all the productivity advice out there, but nothing has really worked for you long-term. Guess what? The productivity rules you've been taught were built for a one-size-fits-all approach that ignores how your brain really operates. Through personal experience and research-backed insights, Scott unveils 8 unconventional strategies that help you create a productivity approach tailored to how you actually think and work. You'll walk away with techniques to immediately transform how you work,

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12:31

The Career Clarity Myth: Everything You've Been Told...

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2025/03/14

One mistake many people make when searching for clarity in their work and life is stepping back, hoping clarity will magically appear. While time and space provide perspective, they don't automatically deliver clarity - that's not at all how clarity actually works! In this episode, Scott reveals the counterintuitive truth about finding career direction and shares exactly what to do instead of waiting for that "aha moment" to find you. Join our 8-day mini course here:

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38:53

I Thought I Needed to Escape My Career (The Real...

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2025/03/10

Feeling trapped in a career that's making you miserable? Carolyn was ready to abandon 25 years of engineering expertise after a devastating management experience left her questioning everything. Discover the surprising revelation during her career exploration that changed her entire perspective on what was truly making her unhappy—and how this breakthrough led her to a role where she finally feels energized both at work and in her personal life. What you’ll learn Why blaming your entire career path

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23:07

Career Change Advice: Six Professionals Share What...

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2025/03/03

The biggest obstacle to your ideal career isn't the job market, your resume, or your competition - it's YOU. Six professionals who successfully made the career change you're dreaming about reveal exactly how they overcame their own self-sabotage to find work they love, and show you the path to do the same. What you’ll learn Discover practical strategies to overcome self-doubt, overthinking, and fear that keep you stuck in an unfulfilling career Learn why meaningful work isn’t about starting over

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