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What becomes possible when you stop trying to prove yourself and start building something that reflects who you truly are?

In this episode, Dr. Caroline Sangal talks with Dr. Jeff Kiplinger, a PhD chemist, bestselling author, and entrepreneur whose career has spanned scientific leadership, business ownership, and incredible growth through real-world experience.

Jeff shares how he navigated the unexpected loss of his job at Pfizer, a role he once believed would define his entire career, and how that turning point led him to build something of his own. He founded Averica Discovery, grew it through the 2008 recession, sold it successfully, and now helps other science-driven companies grow through smart sales and communication strategies. His story is shaped by resilience, reinvention, and a willingness to figure things out as he went.

Inside this conversation:

• How Jeff discovered his love for science and earned a PhD
• The emotional impact of losing a job and the ripple effects that followed
• What scientists often miss when stepping into entrepreneurship
• How he learned to lead, sell, and communicate in a whole new way
• What success and fulfillment look like now, from rewilding land to singing bluegrass

If you're navigating a career shift or considering a leap into something new, Jeff’s story will help you feel seen, grounded, and inspired to keep moving forward.

🔗 Resources Mentioned:

• Jeff’s book: Expert to Entrepreneur on Amazon
• Jeff’s business: selling-science.com
• Connect with Jeff on LinkedIn

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Many job seekers are taking action, following advice, and putting in consistent effort. Yet despite that, the interviews still aren’t coming.

In this episode of Your Next Success, Dr. Caroline Sangal shares six common mistakes that quietly disrupt even the most well-intentioned job search. These patterns often go unnoticed, but they can have a big impact on whether someone gains traction or stays stuck.

This episode offers clarity and perspective for job seekers who are ready to take a more intentional and aligned approach.

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Today we’re diving deep into what it means to reach for control in your life and career and how often that’s actually holding you back from what you truly want.

We explore why questioning your path might be more normal, and more important, than you’ve ever given yourself credit for. We’ll also look at how to begin listening to that quiet voice inside you, your gut, intuition, or maybe God that’s been gently nudging you all along.

In this episode, you’ll hear about:

• The illusion of control and why it’s so tempting to chase
• How reacting vs. responding changes everything about how you navigate uncertainty
• Why feeling restless or questioning your career is often a sign you’re exactly on time for your next evolution
• The predictable turning points when most people start asking if they’re still on the right path
• How to start noticing what your body and soul are telling you — so you can live more aligned, more alive, and more fully yourself

If you’re feeling an ache for something more, this episode is here to help you slow down, pay attention, and take the next small step toward what truly matters to you.

Want support as you explore what’s next? Visit nextsuccesscareers.com or reach out directly. I’d love to hear your story, your questions, and what you’re dreaming about.

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What if your career could be both brilliant and balanced?

What if everything you’ve achieved—your wins, your failures, your pivots—was actually preparing you for a life that’s more aligned, more meaningful, more you?

In this episode, Dr. Heinz Plaumann shares what it means to live a life fully lived. From global manager in the chemical industry, with over 35 years of international experience, more than 25 patents, and leadership roles across continents—to now mentoring others through career roadmaps, emotional intelligence, and what he calls your “belly fire.”

But Heinz isn’t just a chemist or inventor. He’s also a jazz musician, a teacher, a coach, and the creator of Flashcard Leadership. His story proves that success isn’t just about what you build—it’s about who you become along the way.

If you’ve ever wondered if it’s too late to align your work with the life you truly want, this episode is your reminder that it’s not. Heinz shows you why.

In This Episode, We Explore:

• How Heinz went from science to strategy to coaching
• Why your reputation walks into the room before you do
• The “career roadmap” approach—and how to adapt it as you grow
• The power of emotional intelligence, behavior styles, and being a learn-it-all
• Why success without fulfillment is never truly enough

Favorite Quote

“Don’t be a know-it-all—be a learn-it-all. That’s how you build a life fully lived.”

Resources & Links

• Connect with Heinz: Heinzsight.org
• LinkedIn: Heinz Plaumann
• Watch his Flashcard Leadership videos

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Have you ever looked around at your life, your job, or your carefully planned-out path and wondered quietly - how did I end up here?

Today’s guest, Kristin Hiemstra, asked herself that same question—and instead of ignoring it, she followed the thread. In this honest and empowering conversation, she shares her journey from burnout to clarity, and from performing success to living in alignment.

Kristin is a TEDx speaker, coach, educator, and founder of The Art of Potential. She’s also an adjunct lecturer at NC State where she teaches emotional intelligence and organizational culture to MBA students. From toxic workplaces and personal reinvention to launching a values-based civic project, Kristin shows us what it looks like to live what matters.

In this episode you’ll learn:

• How Kristin navigated career confusion with curiosity and courage
• The emotional and physical toll of misalignment—and how she healed from it
• Why emotional intelligence is essential in work and leadership
• What fulfillment really means when you stop checking boxes and start listening within
• How she's creating We the People, a community initiative centered on compassion and agency

If you’ve ever felt stuck in a version of success that doesn’t fit, this conversation will help you reconnect with what matters most and take your next aligned step.

Want more? Watch Kristin's TEDx Talk, Connect with Kristin at www.artofpotential.com, and explore her new initiative at www.wethepeople.community.

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What if the real reason you are stuck is not your resume or strategy but your mind?

In this episode of Your Next Success Dr Caroline Sangal shares the breakthrough that reshaped her coaching method forever The story of one brilliant chemist unlocks the hidden force behind self-sabotage and explains why even the most prepared professionals fall apart under pressure.

You will learn how mental fitness changes everything from how you lead to how you interview to how you show up in life You will also meet the ten saboteurs that hijack your clarity drain your energy and keep you stuck

This episode introduces Positive Intelligence also known as PQ and why it is now a core pillar of the Next Success Method

What You Will Learn

• Why high performers still self-sabotage
• The real difference between emotional intelligence and mental fitness
• How to identify and overcome the ten most common saboteurs
• What the Sage brain is and how to access it during pressure moments
• How to retrain your mind to respond instead of react
• Daily practices to build mental strength in just 15 minutes a day
• Why mental fitness became a foundational part of the Next Success Method

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In Part 2 of Renée’s story, the real transformation begins. After decades of doing everything right and feeling everything wrong, she said yes to something different: alignment.

We talk about the internal work Renée did inside the Next Success Method—what she discovered about herself, how her past shaped her leadership, and the deep clarity she found on what truly matters.

If you're feeling disconnected from your purpose or stuck in a life that doesn't fit anymore, this is the episode to listen to.

You’ll hear:

• The moment she realized it wasn’t about fixing—but remembering who she is
• How the DISC assessment unlocked old patterns she couldn’t see
• The emotional breakthrough that changed how she leads and lives
• What it feels like to create success on your own terms

Start your own reflection with the Navigating Career Transitions Guide

New here? Be sure to listen to Part 1 first for the full journey.

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She was successful on paper—Director title, MBA, decades of leadership experience. But inside, Renée was burned out, angry, and wondering if this was all life had to offer.

In this episode, we dive into the story behind the success. Renée shares how growing up on a farm shaped her resilience, how she rose through the ranks in engineering and operations, and what it looked like when everything started to crumble.

If you’ve ever felt like your career looks good from the outside but feels heavy on the inside, this one’s for you.

We explore:

• Early career wins and setbacks in engineering
• The hidden toll of being “the strong one”
• Personal loss, burnout, and the breaking point
• Why she finally reached out for help

Remember to get your free Navigating Career Transitions Guide and don’t miss Part 2: Renée’s transformation through the Next Success Method.

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