It's never too late to start over

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This is Lisa Congdon. You might have seen her colorful graphic images at the Modern Museum of Art in New York or on the front of a t-shirt in Target. She's a hugely successful fine artist, but she didn't begin to draw until she was 33, and her career truly took off in midlife. I first met Lisa years before that. We worked together at a nonprofit that supported education reform.

A few years ago, Lisa came through the studio to talk about how she shifted gears in her own career, and this conversation remains one of my favorite episodes of all time. To me, it's proof that any of us can begin something entirely new at any point and experience great success.

As our archives have grown, many of you have asked for playlists—collections of episodes that address some of the important themes that come up in our careers. So here's an attempt at playlist for anyone considering a career pivot. May the following episodes inspire you and offer practical advice for how you can think about shifting course at any point.

Podcast Episodes Worth Revisiting:

??? Who is Abby Wambach after soccer? In her career as a soccer player, she won two gold medals. I caught up with her as she was transitioning into a new career. It's a challenge to reinvent yourself after a massively successful first act.

??? His acting career was on fire when he left for the White House. Kal Penn's career began with the Harold and Kumar movies, and he was well into a later season on House when he left it all to join the White House.

??? This wildly successful artist didn't draw until her 30s. Here's how Lisa launched her career with no formal fine arts training.

??? She offers a formula for how to reinvent yourself. Dorie Clark's practical advice for how to cultivate a network, develop new skills, test the waters and build a personal brand will serve as a spring board for people looking to change.

??? He left a high profile job at the top of his game. Arthur Brooks believes there are seasons to our lives, and we will be happy if we move into new careers that are in line with those seasons. Here's how he did it.

??? The host of Side Hustle Pro explains how to get started. Nicaila Matthews Okome sees side hustles as insurance against an uncertain future. She offers advice for anyone trying to work smarter.

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We learn from each other. I'd love to hear your thoughts and experiences on career pivots. Share your stories, insights, or reflections in the comments section or join us in the Hello Monday group. Let's foster a community that celebrates the diverse paths we take in our professional journeys.

Thank you for being part of our vibrant community. Here's to embracing change, chasing passions, and proving that it's truly never too late to start over!

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