The Identity Shift: Who Am I Beyond My Job Title?
Season 1 Episode 5:
Episode Summary:
Feeling lost in your career transition? In this episode, Jessica Cumming breaks down why so many professional women struggle with identity shifts and how to reclaim your true self beyond work. Discover actionable strategies, personal insights, and scripts that will help you redefine success on your own terms.
Chapters & Key Takeaways:
0:12 - 1:14 | The Identity Crisis in Career Transitions
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68% of women report feeling a loss of identity during career shifts. Why does this happen?
1:40 - 3:26 | Jessica’s Personal Journey from Dell to Rediscovery
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After 20 years at Dell, Jessica faced the harsh reality of not knowing who she was beyond work.
5:04 - 6:49 | Why Women Fuse Their Identities with Their Jobs
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The Harvard Business Review reports that 76% of professional women tie their self-worth to their careers.
9:10 - 10:10 | 7 Signs Your Job Title Has Become Your Entire Identity
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If your self-esteem rises and falls with your work success, this section is a must-listen.
12:46 - 14:54 | Reconnecting with Your Childhood Passions
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What did you love before your job title defined you? A key exercise to reconnect with your true self.
18:23 - 20:38 | How to Introduce Yourself Without Using Your Job Title
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Learn the framework to confidently present yourself based on impact, not position.
22:19 - 23:54 | Strategic Scripts for Networking & Interviews
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Use these tested scripts to communicate your value beyond a job title.
25:30 - 27:22 | Daily Practices to Reinforce Your New Identity
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Three simple but powerful habits to separate self-worth from work.
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