After 27 Years, She Chose a Different Career | Ep 301 with Kim Costa

*"So I had to pay attention to what am I naturally drawn to and what excites me. And I kept filling myself on the side with those things. So those are the whispers that you're, even if you're not naturally intuitive, pay attention to what excites you and what you gravitate towards."* — Kim Costa After 27 years doing accounting in a family construction business, Kim knew she was good at her work. But being good at it wasn't the same as feeling fulfilled. Pursuing a master's in accountancy seemed like the sensible next step, until a moment in a classroom made her question the future she was preparing for. Here are 3 reasons why you should listen to this episode: - If your career looks successful but feels increasingly disconnected from who you are, hear how Kim recognized the difference between filling a role and doing work that suited her. - Discover how the interests you keep pursuing outside work might offer clues about what you want from your next chapter. - Hear what preparing for a career change can look like, including simplifying your lifestyle, planning for an income gap, and finding support before making the move. Kim Costa is the author of *Live in Your Wheel House* and a top 5% realtor with 27 years of experience in residential design and construction. Her work explores how your home can support your current stage of life and the person you want to become. Connect with Kim at: Website:  lifestylefoundations.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kim.e.costa/ Find Kim's book on Amazon here at: https://www.amazon.com/Live-Your-Wheel-House-Empowering/   ***Would you prefer to watch or listen to the podcast on YouTube?*** Head on over to https://www.youtube.com/@leadershippurposepodcast   ***Want to connect?*** Connect with Dr. Robin on  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinlowensphd/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robinlowensphd Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/robinlowensphd/ Email: [Robin@LeadershipPurposePodcast.com](mailto:Robin@LeadershipPurposePodcast.com) Thank you for listening! Rate, review, & follow on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast player. Talk to you soon! This episode was produced by Lynda, offering behind-the-scenes podcast support for business owners doing work that matters at https://www.ljscreativeservices.co.nz