Changing Careers - It's Never Too Late!

At some point, we pick up the idea that career changes come with an expiration date. Maybe it was something we overheard—“It’s too late to start over”—or maybe it was our own fear whispering, “What if this doesn’t work?” But here’s the thing: that’s just not true.

You are not behind. You are not stuck. And you are certainly not too late.

Maybe you’ve spent years in a career that doesn’t quite fit anymore. Or life has shifted, and what once made sense just… doesn’t. The question isn’t, Can I start over? The real question is, What if everything I’ve done so far has been leading me here?

Let’s rethink ‘too late.’

Somewhere along the way, we were taught that change is for the young, that by a certain age, we should be settled. But life doesn’t move in a straight line. It twists, it turns, and sometimes, it nudges (or shoves) us toward something new.

The reality? People reinvent themselves all the time. And not just in their 20s or 30s. Some of the most incredible stories of career pivots happen later in life—because experience, wisdom, and resilience are assets, not obstacles.

Your experience is your superpower.

You’re not starting from scratch. You’re starting from experience.

Think about everything you’ve learned—the skills, the insights, the ability to handle challenges that might have once shaken you. Whether it’s leadership, problem-solving, creativity, or simply knowing how to figure things out, you’re bringing a wealth of knowledge into whatever comes next.

That’s not starting over. That’s starting ahead.

Three questions to help you navigate a career change:

1. What kind of work makes me feel alive? Not just what you can do, but what excites you.
2. What strengths do I already have? You don’t have to reinvent yourself completely. Take stock of what you bring to the table.
3. What’s one step I can take today? Big changes don’t happen overnight. But every shift starts with one decision, one conversation, one small move in a new direction.

This is your permission to begin.

If you’ve been waiting for a sign, maybe this is it.

Maybe this season of your life isn’t about settling deeper into what you’ve always known. Maybe it’s about stepping into something new—on your terms, in your time.

You don’t have to have all the answers today. Just start with curiosity. Listen to what’s stirring inside you. And trust that wherever you go next, you’ll bring everything you need.

It’s not too late. It never was.

If you’re ready to explore what’s next, I’d love to walk with you through it. My Purpose & Passion: Reconnect with Your Gifts & Dreams program is designed to help you rediscover what excites you and create a plan for your next chapter. Take a look—I think you’ll love what you find.