ReInvention

REWIND - How To Plan Your Next Career Move Like a CEO

If you're a mid-career professional staring down AI, burnout, layoffs, or the quiet dread of "I cannot do this for another 20 years," this episode is for you. Todd and Chris break down the 6 Tenets of Reinvention they use with clients and in their own lives – a practical framework to design your next chapter with intention instead of panic. This is the system Chris literally wishes he'd had 10 years ago when he was stuck in a big corporate job, burned out, and feeling trapped. In this conversation, they unpack: * Why clarity comes first and how to start designing a future you're actually excited about * Growth mindset without the buzzword BS – using optimism as a real career strategy, not a meme * Game planning like the CEO of your own life, not just reacting to the next reorg or layoff * The moment thinking stops and taking action begins (and what that action can look like) * Skill-building in the age of AI – how to become a student again without starting from zero * Why isolation kills reinvention and how accountability + community massively speeds things up If you're in that "anything but this… but I don't know what's next" phase, this episode will give you a language, a roadmap, and a starting point to move forward. **Subscribe to our ReInvention Podcast and stay on the cutting-edge with fresh ideas and practical tools to navigate the future of your work!

REWIND - Stuck, Burned Out, or Just Unsatisfied? Career Reinvention Begins HERE

This first episode of The ReInvention Podcast dives into the real starting line of every successful career and life transformation: CLARITY. Todd Jason and Chris Thide break open the truth about why midlife reinvention feels so damn hard, why most professionals hit a wall, and why traditional career paths leave so many people burned out, bored, or quietly miserable. They share personal stories from corporate exits, identity unraveling, and the uncomfortable (but liberating) process of rediscovering who you actually are beneath decades of expectations. This episode explores how getting CLARITY works, why most people get it wrong, and how to create a powerful "North Star" vision that guides your next chapter. You'll hear the exact practices Todd and Chris use with thousands of Reinventors—including the surprisingly emotional "write your own eulogy" exercise—and why dreaming bigger than seems reasonable is the secret sauce for designing work and a life that lights you up. If you're in your 30s, 40s, or 50s - feeling stuck, uninspired, or hungry for more purpose, this conversation will feel like someone finally turned the lights on. Whether you're reinventing your career, considering a leap into entrepreneurship, or simply craving a more meaningful life, this episode shows you where the journey truly begins. **Subscribe to our ReInvention Podcast and stay on the cutting-edge with fresh ideas and practical tools to navigate the future of your work!

REWIND - How to Work with Anyone: The Real Skill Behind Career ReInvention

In this REWIND episode we gently remind you that while almost everyone talks about strategy, AI, and tactics - the thing that really drives Career ReInvention is Relationships. Todd and Chris turn the lens on themselves - and break down what it really looks like to build something with another person when you have different styles, rhythms, and expectations. Because collaboration sounds great…until it gets messy. We talk openly about our own partnership - where it's worked, where it's been hard, and what we've had to learn in real time to keep moving forward. You'll hear: * The difference between transactional vs. relational thinking (and why it matters) * How to actually collaborate when people work differently than you * The power of slowing down, listening, and having the hard conversations * How real human connection creates opportunities you can't plan for This isn't about "networking." It's about learning how to connect, communicate, and build with other humans - especially in a world that's pulling us further apart. **Subscribe to the ReInvention Podcast to stay plugged into fresh ideas, frameworks, and real-world tools for navigating the future of your work and life. _____________ Todd Jason is an executive coach and career transition specialist. For more resources and to book some 1:1 time with him visit www.ToddJason.com [https://www.toddjason.com/]. Chris Thide is a career strategy coach focused on helping people find and do work they love. After 2 decades in corporate, Chris is a powerful guide and you can visit www.christhidecoaching.com [https://www.christhidecoaching.com/] to learn more.

REWIND - Navigating Career Uncertainty: What 4,000 Leaders Told Us About the Future of Work

As ReInvention The Podcast is REINVENTING itself, please enjoy this important rewind episode that focuses on a simple truth inherent in our mission: No one knows what's coming next with the AI Economy. I recently got back from a 4,000-person leadership conference where top executives, HR leaders, and operators were all saying the same thing: we're figuring it out in real time. That's the backdrop for this episode, and it's a 'must listen' for anyone navigating career transitions. Chris and Todd break down why uncertainty isn't something to avoid, it's something to work with. We talk about what's actually happening inside companies right now, why the idea of "certainty" was always a bit of a myth, and how to start making decisions even when you don't have all the answers. You'll hear: * Why uncertainty can unlock opportunity (not just fear) * How to stop spinning and start thinking clearly again * The shift from transactional networking → real relationships * Why slowing down might be your biggest advantage right now This is the skill: learning how to move forward without knowing exactly how it's all going to play out. **Subscribe to the ReInvention Podcast to stay plugged into fresh ideas, frameworks, and real-world tools for navigating the future of your work and life. _____________ Todd Jason is an executive coach and career transition specialist. For more resources and to book some 1:1 time with him visit www.ToddJason.com [https://www.toddjason.com/]. Chris Thide is a career strategy coach focused on helping people find and do work they love. After 2 decades in corporate, Chris is a powerful guide and you can visit www.christhidecoaching.com [https://www.christhidecoaching.com/] to learn more.

E41 - He Quit at 54, Walked Away from His Pension - and Reinvented His Life

This is what successful Career ReInvention looks like. At 54 years old - with a pension on the line - John Anthony Savoca walked away from a 25-year teaching career…and never looked back. No perfect plan. No guarantees. Just a moment where he said: "I'm done." In this episode, John breaks down how he went from burned out teacher to thriving real estate agent, and why the move wasn't just about money, but freedom, creativity, and control over his life. This one hits on everything people struggle with: * "Is it too late for me?" * "What about the money?" * "What if I fail?" John lived all of that - and did it anyway. You'll hear: * The exact moment he decided to leave (and why he couldn't go back) * How he transitioned into a completely new career from scratch * Why relationships - not cold outreach - became his biggest driver of success * Why having fun might be the most underrated career advantage And maybe the most powerful moment: His advice to anyone stuck in a career they've outgrown - burn the bridge and go. **Subscribe to the ReInvention Podcast to stay plugged into fresh ideas, frameworks, and real-world tools for navigating the future of your work and life. _____________ Todd Jason is an executive coach and career transition specialist. For more resources and to book some 1:1 time with him visit www.ToddJason.com [https://www.ToddJason.com]. Chris Thide is a career strategy coach focused on helping people find and do work they love. After 2 decades in corporate, Chris is a powerful guide and you can visit www.christhidecoaching.com [https://www.christhidecoaching.com] to learn more.