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  • How to Pivot Careers Using a Portfolio of Projects

    How to Pivot Careers Using a Portfolio of Projects
    2026/06/08
    In this episode of The Career Pivot Podcast, Lucas and Luna explore how a portfolio of projects, rather than a single job title, can unlock career mobility. They use the case of a mid-career marketing manager who built three distinct mini-projects—a newsletter, a freelance UX audit, and a volunteer data analysis—to successfully pivot into a product management role at a midsize tech firm. The hosts break down why traditional resumes fail pivoters, how to sequence projects for maximum signal, and what to do when you have zero relevant experience. Lucas cites research showing that candidates with a project portfolio are 40 percent more likely to receive interview callbacks than those with only a resume. Luna shares the counterintuitive insight that smaller, scrappier projects often beat polished ones because they demonstrate initiative. The episode also covers how to frame projects in interviews, how to choose the right first project, and how to avoid the trap of over-building before testing. By the end, listeners have a concrete four-step framework for building a career pivot portfolio in under 90 days. #CareerPivot #PortfolioCareer #ProjectPortfolio #CareerChange #ProductManagement #MarketingToProduct #MidCareerSwitch #JobSearchStrategy #ResumeTips #SideProjects #LearningPortfolio #CareerMobility #InterviewTips #SkillsSignal #FexingoCareers #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #CareersPodcast Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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    10 分
  • How to Pivot Your Career Through a Side Hustle

    How to Pivot Your Career Through a Side Hustle
    2026/06/08
    Lucas and Luna explore how a side hustle can be a low-risk way to test a new career path before you fully commit. They dig into the story of a former accountant who turned her weekend baking into a full-time food business, and break down the numbers: how much time and money it took to validate the idea, and the moment she knew it was time to quit her day job. Along the way, they discuss the red flags that signal a side hustle is just a hobby, and the one question you must ask yourself before you invest any real resources. This episode is packed with practical advice for anyone thinking of using a side project as a career pivot — without gambling their financial security. #CareerPivot #SideHustle #Entrepreneurship #Careers #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #MidCareerChange #SideProject #Validation #RiskManagement #AccountantToBaker #IncomeStreams #PassionProject #CareerTransition #WorkLifeBalance #FinancialPlanning #HobbyVsBusiness #SideHustleTips Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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    8 分
  • How to Pivot Your Career by Building a Personal Board of Directors

    How to Pivot Your Career by Building a Personal Board of Directors
    2026/06/07
    Episode 37 of The Career Pivot Podcast explores the concept of a personal board of directors—a small group of trusted advisors who guide your career moves. Lucas and Luna break down how to recruit mentors from different industries, set meeting cadences, and avoid common pitfalls like groupthink or over-reliance on one person. They share a concrete example from Sarah, a marketing manager who pivoted to product management using advice from her board of five advisors, and discuss how to structure asks, handle conflicting advice, and evolve your board as your career changes. Plus, a listener question on whether you should pay your board members. If you've ever felt stuck in a career transition or wished for a sounding board beyond your boss, this episode offers a practical framework for building your own advisory group. #PersonalBoardOfDirectors #CareerPivot #Mentorship #CareerAdvice #ProfessionalDevelopment #Networking #CareerChange #MidCareer #CareerStrategy #Mentors #BoardOfAdvisors #JobTransition #CareerGrowth #Leadership #PeerMentors #Careers #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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    9 分
  • How to Pivot Using a Career Sabbatical Without Derailing Your Future

    How to Pivot Using a Career Sabbatical Without Derailing Your Future
    2026/06/07
    In this episode of The Career Pivot Podcast, Lucas and Luna explore using a career sabbatical as a strategic pivot tool. They zero in on the case of a marketing director who took a three-month unpaid sabbatical to transition into product management. They break down the financial planning required, how to frame the gap in interviews, and why sabbaticals can actually accelerate a pivot rather than set you back. Lucas shares data from a 2025 LinkedIn survey showing that 44% of professionals who took a sabbatical successfully pivoted industries within six months of returning. Luna challenges the common fear that a sabbatical looks like a red flag to employers. Listeners get a concrete framework for negotiating a sabbatical with their current employer, including a sample email template and a six-month pre-sabbatical financial checklist. The episode also includes a brief, organic mention of listener support through buy me a coffee dot com slash fexingo, which keeps the show ad-free. #CareerSabbatical #CareerPivot #MidCareerChange #ProductManagement #MarketingDirector #LinkedInSurvey #UnpaidLeave #CareerBreak #JobTransition #CareerStrategy #ProfessionalDevelopment #ResumeGap #Negotiation #FinancialPlanning #Careers #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #TheCareerPivotPodcast Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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    14 分
  • How to Pivot Careers Using a Career Lattice Not a Ladder

    How to Pivot Careers Using a Career Lattice Not a Ladder
    2026/06/06
    In this episode of The Career Pivot Podcast, Lucas and Luna explore the concept of a career lattice—moving sideways or diagonally instead of climbing a traditional ladder. They break down why the lattice model is more resilient in 2026's job market, using the example of a marketing manager who pivoted into product management at a mid-size SaaS company without a pay cut. The hosts discuss how to identify transferable skills, negotiate parallel moves, and avoid common lattice pitfalls like scope creep. Lucas shares a specific framework called the '4S Check'—skills, salary, scope, and satisfaction—to evaluate any lateral move. Luna brings a real-world case of a teacher who used the lattice model to transition into corporate learning and development. No fluff, just practical strategy for listeners considering a nontraditional career move. #CareerLattice #CareerPivot #LateralMove #TransferableSkills #CareerStrategy #JobSearch #MidCareer #CareerChange #ProfessionalGrowth #WorkplaceTrends #SaaS #ProductManagement #LearningAndDevelopment #Careers #Business #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #TheCareerPivotPodcast Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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    10 分
  • How to Pivot Your Career Through Freelance Consulting

    How to Pivot Your Career Through Freelance Consulting
    2026/06/05
    Lucas and Luna explore how mid-career professionals can use freelance consulting as a low-risk bridge to a full career pivot. They discuss the case of a former marketing director at a Fortune 500 company who built a niche consulting practice in B2B content strategy over 18 months, then transitioned to a VP role at a SaaS startup. The episode covers how to structure initial client engagements, price your services when you have no consulting track record, and use consulting to build credibility in a new industry. Specific tactics include the 'done-with-you' model, the 90-day pilot, and using case studies instead of a resume. No fluff, just actionable steps for listeners considering a pivot. #CareerPivot #FreelanceConsulting #MidCareerMove #SideHustle #Consulting #B2BContentStrategy #SaaS #MarketingDirector #Fortune500 #CareerChange #IndependentConsultant #PricingStrategy #CaseStudies #ProfessionalServices #CareerTransition #BusinessPodcast #FexingoBusiness #Careers Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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    8 分
  • How to Use a Career Pivot to Gain Geographic Freedom

    How to Use a Career Pivot to Gain Geographic Freedom
    2026/06/05
    In this episode of The Career Pivot Podcast, Lucas and Luna explore how a career pivot can unlock geographic freedom — the ability to live and work from anywhere. They dive into the story of a marketing manager named Sarah who pivoted from a corporate role to become a location-independent digital marketing consultant. Lucas breaks down the three-step framework she used: assessing transferable skills, building a remote client base while still employed, and testing a new location before fully committing. Luna shares her own experience of negotiating a remote-work arrangement during a pivot, and they discuss the financial trade-offs, tax implications, and practical steps listeners can take today. The conversation is anchored in real numbers — Sarah's income transition from $85,000 to $62,000 initially, then up to $110,000 within 18 months — and avoids vague advice. If you're considering a career move that could give you more control over where you live, this episode offers a concrete, actionable blueprint. #CareerPivot #GeographicFreedom #RemoteWork #DigitalNomad #LocationIndependence #Careers #CareerChange #WorkFromAnywhere #TransferableSkills #Consulting #Marketing #Sarah #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #CareerAdvice #MidCareerMove #WorkLifeBalance #FinancialPlanning Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
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    9 分