When the economy is uncertain and your manager’s talking about making budget cuts, it’s definitely time to start thinking about career cushioning. But what is career cushioning anyway? And how do you do it without burning out or looking like you’re not committed to your current job? On this episode of the Oh For Food’s Sake podcast, we tell you everything you need to know about career cushioning.
When the economy is uncertain and your manager’s talking about making budget cuts, it’s definitely time to start thinking about career cushioning. But what is career cushioning anyway? And how do you do it without burning out or looking like you’re not committed to your current job? On this episode of the Oh For Food’s Sake podcast, we tell you everything you need to know about career cushioning.
Careers coach Amy gives her definition of career cushioning and explains why it can help you get through career upheaval. We then talk you through different stages of career cushioning and give you actionable tips that you can put in place today, even if you feel settled in your current job. We also give some of the downsides to career cushioning and tell you how to overcome them. Listen to the end to hear our major caveat for career coaching and our advice on transitioning a side hustle to a full-time business.
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Timestamps
[1:24] This week’s topic: Career cushioning!
[2:20] So, what does it mean to cushion your career?
[3:40] Why you need to start cushioning your career
[7:08] “You’re tricking your brain”: How career cushioning takes the stress out of a career change
[8:25] Burnout, distractions, workplace image: The downsides of career cushioning
[10:45] The first steps towards cushioning your career
[14:13] Your network really is your net worth
[18:00] The journey from starting a side hustle to running a business full-time
[19:27] The complete career cushioning guide, plus a caveat
[21:45] Want more tips? Come and find us online!
Links and Resources
Our previous episode on emotional intelligence
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