When it’s Time to Start Again: Leadership, Loss, and Career Transitions with Ian Ziskin

Описание: Is staying in one career lane the only path to success?

In this episode of Thriving Changes, leadership advisor Ian Ziskin reflects on the decisions, transitions, and unexpected pivots that shaped his professional journey. His client base and corporate work span more than 25 industries and includes Fortune 1000, entrepreneurial, publicly traded, and privately held businesses, Ian brings a thoughtful perspective on growth, leadership and a successful career.

The conversation explores how leaders navigate change, develop people, and learn from experiences that don’t always follow the traditional career playbook. Ian also shares reflections on intentionality and the lessons we carry forward from the people and moments that shape us.

If you’ve ever wondered how leaders navigate career transitions, grow through difficult experiences, and find meaning in life’s turning points, this conversation offers thoughtful perspective and practical wisdom.

Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
02:01 - Ian's Professional Background
04:02 - Intentional Career Choices and Transitions
13:42 - Stepping Up and Embracing Challenges
17:04 - Taking Accountability
19:47 - Learning from Mistakes
26:42 - Transitioning from Corporate to Entrepreneurial Life
30:07 - The Importance of Network and Community
34:27 - Ian's Writing Journey
37:12 - Lives Lost and Leadership Found
41:18 - Life Lessons from Loss
44:59 - Intentionality and Healing
54:00 - On Collaborative Writing and Emotional Catharsis
57:24 - Tensions in Intentionality
1:00:50 - Reflections and Practical Advice
1:04:53 - Outro