Embrace the Squiggle
The podcast where professional women share the real, unfiltered stories behind their career pivots and squiggly journeys. Whether you're contemplating a major career shift, feeling sidelined after a break, or simply questioning "what's next?" when the traditional ladder doesn't exist, this podcast is your career navigation companion.
Hosts Colleen and Kristine bring you weekly conversations with women who've navigated career uncertainty and emerged stronger, offering practical strategies and the permission you need to create your own squiggly path.
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Embrace the Squiggle
Curiosity is the Compass of Your Squiggly Career with Karen Single
Colleen and Kristine sit down with Karen Single for a candid and inspiring conversation about embracing the unexpected turns in a career.
Karen opens up about her journey—from dreaming of becoming a teacher in the 1960s to facing academic dismissal from college, and ultimately carving out a fulfilling path in higher education. She reflects on career pivots, including a detour into the corporate world at Fidelity, stepping back to prioritize family, and eventually returning to student-facing work at Wheaton College.
This episode dives deep into the real stories behind hiring practices, the power of curiosity, and the role of supportive partners in making bold career moves. Karen also shares her take on why we need to rethink experience requirements for entry-level roles and how to stay open to reinvention at any stage.
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