More Than A Paycheck
More Than A Paycheck
Lindsay Lyman
Unpacking the fear of a job change
12 minutes Posted Jun 27, 2025 at 7:00 am.
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Making a career change while dealing with workplace anxiety? I get it. After 12 years at Amazon, I left my six-figure corporate job to start my own coaching business—and the fear was intense.

Here's the hard truth: there are no guarantees. Companies reorg. Managers change. Projects get defunded. But you know what you can guarantee? You.

In this episode, I break down why fear shows up during career transitions and how to move forward anyway. Whether you're stuck in a toxic workplace or just ready for something new, this episode gives you the roadmap.

Key Takeaways:

·       Fear during job changes is totally normal and healthy

·       Your "why" behind the change matters more than the fear

·       You have to start taking action while you're afraid

·       Stop trying to control what others think

·       "Today I'm going to do it afraid" (love you, Elise Myers!)

The biggest mistake? Waiting for fear to disappear. As a career coach, I see this pattern constantly. You are your own guarantee. Trust yourself to figure it out.


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