The Career Change Maker Podcast I Career Change, Career Advancement & Leadership Development
Empowering high-achieving women to navigate career change, advance with confidence, and lead with impact.
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Hello hello! I’m Janine Esbrand – lawyer turned Career Strategist, Executive Coach, and Keynote Speaker.
Over 10 years ago, I walked away from my dream career as a corporate lawyer because it wasn’t my dream anymore. Since then, I’ve navigated multiple career transitions within the law, built a successful coaching and consulting business on the side, and stepped fully into entrepreneurship.
Through these experiences, I’ve learned what it truly takes to step off the default career treadmill and lead your career with intention.
Now, I’m on a mission to help you do the same – to build a career that aligns with who you are and allows you to create maximum impact.
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✨ Leadership development tips
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The Career Change Maker Podcast I Career Change, Career Advancement & Leadership Development
#294: How To Actually Decide On Your Next Career Move
🎙️ Episode Overview
In this episode of the Career Change Maker Podcast, I dive into the often-overwhelming process of making career decisions - especially for ambitious women facing a sea of possibilities. I explore why more time doesn't always mean more clarity and share how gathering the right kind of data can lead to confident, informed decisions.
I introduce a three-part framework - internal, experiential, and market data - to help you move beyond indecision and toward meaningful action.
Whether you’re considering a career pivot or feeling stuck where you are, this episode will guide you in aligning your next move with who you are and what truly matters.
If you’ve been caught in analysis paralysis or waiting for “the right time” to act, this conversation is your nudge to start exploring intentionally - with strategy and self-awareness.
✅ What You’ll Learn in This Episode
- Why having too many options can stall your progress.
- The difference between internal, experiential, and market data - and why you need all three.
- How to use data to make strategic, aligned career decisions.
- Why your definition of success may need an update before your next move.
💡 Action Steps
- Collect Internal Data: Reflect on your values, strengths, and what energises you in your current work.
- Test Through Experience: Take small steps - volunteering, side projects, informational interviews - to gather real-world feedback.
- Research the Market: Look into trends, opportunities, and industry needs to ensure your direction is viable.
✨ Let’s Work Together ✨
If you’re ready to make your own transition with clarity and confidence, I’d love to support you. Through my coaching programmes, I help ambitious professionals and emerging leaders take ownership of their career journey, strengthen their leadership, and create meaningful impact.
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📚 Resources
- Connect with Janine on LinkedIn: Janine Esbrand
- Career Change Maker Website