Jools Raye explores the psychological barriers that keep women in unfulfilling careers and shares practical insights on how to make bold moves towards a more aligned and joyful professional life.

Why do we stay in careers we know we’ve outgrown?

Especially when part of us already knows something needs to change.

In this episode of Bold Moves, I’m breaking down five research-informed behavioural patterns or CAGES that can shrink our field of possibility and keep us stuck in careers that no longer fit.

If you’re considering a career change at 40, navigating a midlife career change, questioning your professional identity or wondering why you can’t seem to make a career pivot even though you know you want one, this episode is for you.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction: Why We Stay in Unfulfilling Careers

02:05 The Five Cages That Limit Career Possibilities

03:55 Understanding the Role of Identity in Career Change

06:02 The Safety of Familiarity and the Fear of the Unknown

08:03 The Gap Between Where You Are and Where You Want to Be

09:24 Building Confidence Through Evidence and Action

11:09 Suppressing Desires and the Cost of Staying Small

12:42 Changing Your Narrative and Identity for Bold Moves

13:56 Practical Steps to Start Your Career Pivot

15:17 The Power of Small, Bold Moves and Next Steps