{"podcast":{"title":"The Doctor's Crossing Carpe Diem Podcast","slug":"the-doctor-s-crossing-carpe-diem-podcast-1318373","podcast_index_feed_id":1318373,"rss_url":"https://doctorscrossing.libsyn.com/rss","website_url":"https://doctorscrossing.com/","image_url":"https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/5/2/6/2/5262d34a5f5f8209e5bbc093207a2619/Podcast_cover_art.png","author":"Heather Fork","episode_count":248,"summary":"Are you a physician who's questioning your career path? If you're at the white coat crossroads, for whatever reason, this podcast is for you. We're going to help you find your best path forward, whether it's to be happier in patient care, transition to a nonclinical career, or do something completely different. In the weekly podcasts, we're bringing you all the good stuff: -Actionable tools and resources to help you start making positive changes. -Interviews with physicians who've found new and fulfilling ways to practice as well as those who've transitioned into nonclinical careers. -Concrete advice for applying to jobs, using LinkedIn, interviewing, negotiating, and much more. Your host, Dr. Heather Fork, is a former board-certified dermatologist who transitioned into full-time career coaching for physicians over 10 years ago. She is a master certified coach who has been helping hundreds of physicians find ways to be happier both in medicine and beyond. Come visit us at www.doctorscrossing.com to learn more!","last_synced_at":null,"page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-doctor-s-crossing-carpe-diem-podcast-1318373"},"episode":{"title":"Episode #229: Behind the Scenes of a Bold Career Pivot: What It Really Takes to Reinvent Yourself","slug":"episode-229-behind-the-scenes-of-a-bold-career-pivot-what-it-really-takes-to-reinvent-yourself","published_at":"2025-09-17T14:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-doctor-s-crossing-carpe-diem-podcast-1318373/episode-229-behind-the-scenes-of-a-bold-career-pivot-what-it-really-takes-to-reinvent-yourself","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-doctor-s-crossing-carpe-diem-podcast-1318373","url":"https://doctorscrossing.libsyn.com/episode-229-behind-the-scenes-of-a-bold-career-pivot-what-it-really-takes-to-reinvent-yourself","audio_url":"https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/doctorscrossing/Doctors_Crossing_-_229_EDITED.mp3?dest-id=2324036","summary":"Have you ever wondered what it really takes to pivot into a completely new career—especially when you don't fit the traditional mold? In today's episode, I'm joined by Dr. Michelle Mudge-Riley, a physician who took a bold leap from career coaching into the pharmaceutical world. Her story is a powerful reminder that it's never too late to follow your curiosity and explore what else is possible. We pull back the curtain on her transition, what it felt like to leave a successful business behind, and how she broke into pharma despite not being the typical candidate. Whether you're just beginning to question your current path or actively exploring nonclinical options, Michelle's story offers honesty, encouragement, and practical tools for the journey ahead. She shares what really happens behind the scenes—from failed interviews and self-doubt to finally landing the right role. In this episode we're talking about: What it's like to make a bold pivot when you don't fit the \"traditional\" candidate mold. How Michelle handled rejection (including one painful interview setback) and kept going. Why informational interviews were a game-changer (even when some flopped). The mindset shift that helped her overcome fear and finally hit \"send\" on those messages. How she reframed her background to land roles — even without the \"right\" experience. Why she loves her new career in pharma, and why she's glad she made the leap. The unexpected part of her new job that brought back joy and connection. You can find the show notes for this episode and more information by clicking here: www.doctorscrossing.com/episode229 Links for this episode: Episode #17: 9 Top Nonclinical Side Gigs with Michelle Mudge-Riley 🎁 Share & Win! Want to win a prize? It's simple—share The Doctor's Crossing Carpe Diem P…","meta_description":"Have you ever wondered what it really takes to pivot into a completely new career—especially when you don't fit the traditional mold? 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