In this episode of The Reinvention Project, we talk about those moments in life where we have no choice but to pivot. Even with best laid plans and a big vision of where we are headed, life has a way of getting all lifey on us. We talk about how to see the positives in the pivot, and the humour as well. We share some stories of the big pivot moments in our life, what we learnt from them and how they turned out (for the most part!) to be a good thing.

Takeaways

• Life is full of unpredictable moments and it's all about the pivot.
• Flexibility and humour are so helpful in these moments.
• Maybe it's not failure, it's just redirection
• We often attach our identities to roles and labels, which can lead to feelings of loss when they change.
• Chasing the next big thing can distract us from being present in the moment.
• Pivoting is about responding to life's challenges with resilience and adaptability.
• Personal stories of pivoting can inspire others to embrace their own changes.
• Education and self-worth are interconnected; we should not overcompensate for perceived deficiencies.
• Not every pursuit will align with our true selves; it's okay to let go of what doesn't serve us.

Chapters

00:00 Embracing Life's Unpredictability
06:02 The Art of Pivoting
11:39 Personal Stories of Pivoting
16:52 Corporate Pivots and Lessons Learned
24:56 Navigating Career Choices and Education
28:21 Personal Growth Through Education
38:19 Life Lessons from School Experiences
43:53 The Impact of COVID on Life Decisions

Keywords

reinvention, pivoting, flexibility, personal growth, mindset, life changes, corporate experiences, education, self-worth, COVID-19

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