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What You Don’t Change, You Choose: Why We Chose to Pivot & Start Over artwork

What You Don’t Change, You Choose: Why We Chose to Pivot & Start Over

Awf The Record
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Send us Fan Mail In this special BEST OF episode, Jeanette and Mona reflected on pivotal moments in their careers as news anchors and their decision to pivot. They shared personal stories about leaving their anchor roles, the emotional and practical aspects of quitting, and how they used a framework from earlier episodes to guide their choices. Mona discussed fulfilling a promise to her late father by becoming a network correspondent, while Jeanette revealed her desire for more personal ownership in her career. Both also explored the courage it took to prioritize their own happiness. With insights on introspection, mentorship, and protecting your peace, this episode offers inspiration for navigating tough decisions — AWF the Record. KEY POINTS: - The Group Chat Is Open: Why We Quit, Starting from the Bottom & Raccoon for Dinner - How We Pivoted: Career Moves, Negotiations, and Intuition Keep in touch with Awf The Record: Watch on Youtube: @AwfTheRecord Follow us on Instagram: @awftherecordpodcast Follow us on TikTok: @AwfTheRecord Visit our website: www.AwfTheRecord.com Follow Mona on TikTok and IG Follow Jeannette on TikTok and IG

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