Career change can feel like a mix of rejection, identity shake-ups, and pressure to have it all figured out fast. In this episode, Rupesh sits down with Caitlin Magidson to explore how self-awareness can reduce stress, sharpen decision-making, and strengthen how you communicate when the stakes feel high. They connect mindfulness to career pivots, unpack what is really underneath public speaking fear, and talk through how to separate who you are from a single tough moment. You will also hear practical ways to build emotional vocabulary and self-trust so you can show up with more clarity in work and life. Perfect for professionals in transition who want to make calmer decisions and communicate with confidence.

Key takeaways
- Career change stress often comes from identity disruption, not just tactics like resumes and LinkedIn.
- Mindfulness builds the awareness needed to respond instead of react in high-pressure moments.
- Public speaking fear is often tied to past experiences and the stories we keep replaying.
- Self-trust grows when you separate what happened to you from who you are.
- Emotional vocabulary helps you name what you feel so you can choose how you show up.

Chapters
00:00 - Cold open
01:29 - Caitlin's Intro
02:51 - Caitlin's background
06:19 - Career change and rejection
10:03 - Identity beyond your title
16:20 - Public speaking fear
21:38 - One bad stage moment
27:38 - Values as an anchor
34:56 - Regulate before you respond
36:16 - Emotional vocabulary
38:50 - Rapid fire and closing

Guest
Caitlin Magidson is a career coach, psychotherapist, and corporate speaker who helps individuals and organizations build clarity, confidence, and meaningful growth.

Connect
- Website: https://www.caitlinmagidson.com/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cmagidson/
- Instagram: @caitlinmagidson