In this episode of the Career Flipper podcast, our host Jenny Dempsey gets real about her journey back to full-time work after being laid off for two years. She opens up about the tough times she faced while applying for over 400 jobs and how each rejection hit hard, making her question her identity, which was so tied to her career. Jenny also talks about her adventures in flipping furniture and podcasting, highlighting how important it is to have the mental space to chase your passions. She sees her new job as a solid base that helps her keep dreaming big. Jenny's message to listeners? Embrace your unique career journey and lean on your community for support when you're going through changes.
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🎵 Music Credits
Season 1: Intro & outro music by Audionautix.com
Season 2: Original music by yours truly, Jenny Dempsey, recorded in my home studio
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