Case studies
Complete career shifts, timely resets, savvy tweaks or radical realignments - everyone does it differently
Jimmy decided to challenge some limiting beliefs about changing careers after 30. Then he swapped following negative online commentary for real-life career change conversations.
Getting crystal clear on what he wanted, having structured career change conversations and a little spookily well-timed happenstance helped Gareth tweak his career and grow in a new direction.
Urban Economist Astrid opted for a 'course correction' over a complete career change. The result? A career more fully aligned with her goals and values, more time to pursue a range of absorbing interests and space to embark on a PhD.
A family-focused career break to raise her small children prompted Danielle, to trade corporate comms for a career in Mind-Body Medicine and Kinesiology.
Rosanagh is currently combining full-time study for her Masters of Sustainable Tourism Management with freelance social media management.
How communications specialist Bec transitioned to a lead role in diversity, inclusion, and equity.
Photographer Rachel* created a portfolio career that kept the things she loved about her commercial work and gave her new opportunities to teach and make a difference.
How Advertising Account Manager Anna's * sideways career shift to a marketing management role recalibrated her professional and personal lives.
Having outgrown her career in events management, Maddie took a leap of faith and landed in a job she loves.
Former secondary teacher Natalie describes how career change coaching helped her move from the classroom into helping disadvantaged young people find pathways to Higher Education.
Career change coaching helped Communications expert Rhonda trust her gut on how best to combine permanent part time work with freelancing and volunteering.
Sascha talks about facing fears, leaping into the unknown, opening doors and synchronising her remarkable skills to launch a new career as an end of life doula, supporting people who are dying and their families.
Thinking about changing careers in your 20s? You're not alone — and you're not behind. Here's what I learned from doing it twice, plus the tips I wish someone had given me.
Tips for finding your fit in the purpose-driven universe
It’s not too late to change careers in your 30s. It’s not a reckless route that threatens your financial future and professional reputation. Nor will it undermine all the effort, education, and energy you’ve invested in a career you no longer love.