What happens when the career you worked so hard to build turns out to be the wrong fit?

After a successful career in nonprofit fundraising, Emily Cunningham followed her passion into teaching.

But despite loving her students, she quickly realized the classroom was taking a toll on her health, energy, and family life.

In this episode of The Messy Middle, Emily shares why she made the difficult decision to resign after three years—and what she's learning as she explores her next chapter.

We talk about:

✨ Why loving your students doesn't always mean teaching is the right fit

✨ How to recognize when it's time to listen to yourself

✨ Finding career clarity by focusing on your strengths and what brings you joy

✨ Using ChatGPT to strengthen your resume and job applications

✨ Why career coaching is about more than landing your next job

If you've ever wondered whether the career you chose is still the career you want, Emily's story is a reminder that it's okay to choose a different path.

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