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Life Beyond Clinical Practice is a Top 2% podcast for health professionals, including who feel stuck, know they are meant for more than traditional clinical roles, or who are quietly questioning whether the work they currently do is still the right fit.
Many clinicians reach a point in their careers where success on paper no longer equals fulfillment - and clarity about what’s next feels frustratingly out of reach. This show helps clinicians explore careers beyond clinical practice, discover non-clinical career paths, and gain the clarity and confidence needed to pivot without starting over.
Hi I’m Dr Diane, Career Pivot Strategist and Clarity Coach for health professionals. Through reflective insight, practical strategy, and purpose-driven guidance, I help clinicians navigate career reinvention beyond clinical practice - without abandoning their skills, experience, or years of training.
On this podcast, you’ll learn how to:
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Gain career clarity and redefine your professional direction
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Identify and leverage transferable skills beyond clinical practice
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Reinvent your career into non-clinical, portfolio, or alternative roles
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Navigate professional identity shifts with confidence
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Build a purpose-aligned career that reflects who you’re becoming
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Expand your impact, influence, and fulfillment - on your own terms
Each episode delves into topics around career reinvention, how to pursue purpose-driven work, and practical strategies for health professionals ready to move from feeling stuck, into building aligned and fulfilling career paths.
If you’re a doctor, nurse, therapist, optometrist, or allied health professional wondering:
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What can I do besides clinical practice?
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How do I pivot my healthcare career without losing my identity?
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Is it too late to change direction?
You’re in the right place.
This is where clinicians come to reinvent their careers - with clarity, confidence, and intention.
Wanna know more?
Visit the Website: www.lifebeyondclinicalpractice.com
Follow on LinkedIN and Instagram @lifebeyondclinicalpractice
Subscribe to the YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@LifeBeyondClinicalPractice
Episodes

Sunday Dec 17, 2023
Sunday Dec 17, 2023
In this episode I share 3 tips that helped me to set myself apart in a new focused area of healthcare and served to lay a foundation for my growing expertise and now global profile in this area. If you want to break away from the crowd and develop your own unique professional skill set or personal brand, then this episode is for you. Clarifying your own professional niche and building a personal brand is essential for career growth as a healthcare professional wanting to grow their careers beyond clinical practice.
Next STEPS:
>>> Grab your copy of our Career Pivot Checklist here https://bit.ly/careerpivotchecklist
>>> Book a 1 hour Career Clarity coaching call https://calendly.com/lbcp/coaching-call
>>> Join our Facebook Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/897241125152990/
>>> Sign up for our monthly newsletter lifebeyondclinicalpractice.getresponsesite.com
>>> Rate and Review the show on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-beyond-clinical-practice-healthcare-careers-career-change-professional-growth-career-goals-career-transition/id1713086617
>>>Liked this episode? Then you'll likely enjoy listening to this related one too!
>>> Book a Free 15minute Discovery Call https://calendly.com/lbcp/discovery-call
>>> Follow our Instagram Page @lifebeyondclinicalpractice

Sunday Dec 10, 2023
Sunday Dec 10, 2023
Hey Healthcare Professional!
In this episode I interview Isaura Brito dos Santos, Optometrist, Lecturer and Optometry Course Director at Universidade Lurio in Mozambique. She is also the President of the Mozambican Optometry Association and in this episode, chats to us about on her career and leadership journey. She shares her personal insights on stepping up to healthcare leadership responsibility and becoming a solution-finder and advocate for her programme and the profession's ongoing development.
Next STEPS:
>>> Grab your copy of our Career Pivot Checklist here https://bit.ly/careerpivotchecklist
>>> Book a 1 hour Career Clarity Coaching call https://calendly.com/lbcp/coaching-call
>>> Join our Facebook Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/897241125152990/
>>> Sign up for our monthly newsletter lifebeyondclinicalpractice.getresponsesite.com
>>> Rate and Review the show on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-beyond-clinical-practice-healthcare-careers-career-change-professional-growth-career-goals-career-transition/id1713086617
>>>Liked this episode? Then you'll likely enjoy listening to this related one too!
>>> Book a Free 15minute Discovery Call https://calendly.com/lbcp/discovery-call
>>> Follow our Instagram Page @lifebeyondclinicalpractice

Sunday Dec 03, 2023
Sunday Dec 03, 2023
Hey Healthcare Professional!
In this episode I make the point that CEUs, while a necessary part of maintaining clinical competency and staying abreast of changes within our fields, cannot necessarily be considered as career development for health professionals wanting career growth.
Next STEPS:
>>> Grab your copy of our Career Pivot Checklist here https://bit.ly/careerpivotchecklist
>>> Book a 1 hour coaching call https://calendly.com/lbcp/coaching-call
>>> Join our Facebook Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/897241125152990/
>>> Sign up for our monthly newsletter lifebeyondclinicalpractice.getresponsesite.com
>>> Rate and Review the show on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-beyond-clinical-practice-healthcare-careers-career-change-professional-growth-career-goals-career-transition/id1713086617
>>> Book a Free 15minute Discovery Call https://calendly.com/lbcp/discovery-call
>>>Liked this episode? Then you'll likely enjoy listening to this related one too!
>>> Follow our Instagram Page @lifebeyondclinicalpractice

Sunday Nov 26, 2023
Sunday Nov 26, 2023
Hey Healthcare Champion!
In this episode, I highlight the heartbreak of what many health systems are doing to health workers using a real life case study, and provide suggestions on what do do when all you want to do is get OUT. There are alternatives to a professional career within health using your existing clinical knowledge and experience - and a career pivot may be just the thing you need!
Next STEPS:
>>> Grab your copy of our Career Pivot Checklist here https://bit.ly/careerpivotchecklist
>> Book a 1 hour Coaching Call with Dr Diane https://calendly.com/lbcp/coaching-call
>>> Sign up for our weekly emails lifebeyondclinicalpractice.getresponsesite.com
>>> Rate and Review the show on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-beyond-clinical-practice-healthcare-careers-career-change-professional-growth-career-goals-career-transition/id1713086617
>>>Liked this episode? Then you'll likely enjoy listening to this related one too!
>>Join our Free Online Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/897241125152990/?mibextid=uJjRxr
>>> Book a Free 15minute Discovery Call https://calendly.com/lbcp/discovery-call
>>> Listen to related Related episode #7 Navigating Professional Discontent: How do you know if it’s time for a Career Change? https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-6if65-1502460

Sunday Nov 19, 2023
Sunday Nov 19, 2023
Hey Healthcare Champion!
In this episode I talk about the chronic issue of professional discontent, prevalent amongst health professionals. I provide tips on how to reflect on true underlying causes in order to know whether it is time to embark on career change or redesign your career plan.
Next STEPS:
>>> Grab your copy of our Career Pivot Checklist here https://bit.ly/careerpivotchecklist
>> Book a Coaching Call with Dr Diane https://calendly.com/lbcp/coaching-call
>>>Sign up for our weekly emails lifebeyondclinicalpractice.getresponsesite.com
>>>Rate and Review the show on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-beyond-clinical-practice-healthcare-careers-career-change-professional-growth-career-goals-career-transition/id1713086617
>>Join our Free Online Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/897241125152990/?mibextid=uJjRxr
>>>Liked this episode? Then you'll likely enjoy listening to this related one too!
>>> For information on career planning or related resources email info@lifebeyondclinicalpractice.com

Sunday Nov 12, 2023
Sunday Nov 12, 2023
In this episode I encourage you to 'take messy action' when strategic opportunities for career growth and development present - even if conditions seem as if they are not ideal or you don't feel entirely ready. The timing of strategic opportunities may not be aligned with our life plans and if you don't take these opportunities when they present, it could significantly impact progress towards your career objectives. Career pivots can be planned or opportunistic, but must be aligned with your core goals.
Next STEPS:
>>> Grab your copy of our Career Pivot Checklist here https://bit.ly/careerpivotchecklist
>>>Sign up for our weekly emails lifebeyondclinicalpractice.getresponsesite.com
>> Book a Coaching Call with Dr Diane https://calendly.com/lbcp/coaching-call
>>>Rate and Review the show on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-beyond-clinical-practice-healthcare-careers-career-change-professional-growth-career-goals-career-transition/id1713086617
>>>Liked this episode? Then you'll likely enjoy listening to this related one too!
>>Join our Free Online Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/897241125152990/?mibextid=uJjRxr
>>Follow our Instagram page @lifebeyondclinicalpractice for regular updates
>>> For information on career development resources email info@lifebeyondclinicalpractice.com

Sunday Nov 05, 2023
Sunday Nov 05, 2023
Hello Healthcare Professional!
In this episode I share personal insights on how to make career development a priority in the midst of life's demands - both personally and professionally. I also highlight common excuses that keep healthcare professionals from making the career changes they desire. You will be challenged to consider where you stand with each of these and reconsider where your career goals fit in terms of priority in your life, and how to pursue a strategic career development plan
Next STEPS:
>>> Grab your copy of our Career Pivot Checklist here https://bit.ly/careerpivotchecklist
>>> Rate and Review the show on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-beyond-clinical-practice-healthcare-careers-career-change-professional-growth-career-goals-career-transition/id1713086617
>> Book a 1 hour coaching call https://calendly.com/lbcp/coaching-call
>>Join our Free Online Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/897241125152990/?mibextid=uJjRxr
>>> Sign up for our monthly newsletter lifebeyondclinicalpractice.getresponsesite.com
>>>Follow our Instagram page @lifebeyondclinicalpractice for regular updates
>>> Book a FREE Discovery Call with Dr Diane here https://calendly.com/lbcp
>>>Liked this episode? Then you'll likely enjoy listening to this related one too!
>>> For information on career development for healthcare professionals email info@lifebeyondclinicalpractice.com

Sunday Oct 29, 2023
Sunday Oct 29, 2023
Hey Friends!
In this episode I share the incredible story of how a young doctor in South Africa left his successful medical practice to respond to a much larger calling on his life.... and how that bold act of stepping into alignment with his divine assignment has impacted the lives of millions of people in disaster areas across the world through effective healthcare leadership! I also highlight 3 key steps essential to moving your professional life in the direction of your dreams or calling.
>>NEXT STEPS
>>> Grab your copy of our Career Pivot Checklist here https://bit.ly/careerpivotchecklist
>> Leave a review for the show https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-beyond-clinical-practice-healthcare-careers-health/id1713086617
>>> Sign up for our monthly newsletter lifebeyondclinicalpractice.getresponsesite.com
>>Join our Free Online Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/897241125152990/?mibextid=uJjRxr
>> Book a 1-on-1 Career Clarity Coaching Call with Dr Diane https://calendly.com/lbcp/coaching-call
>>>Liked this episode? Then you'll likely enjoy listening to this related one too!
>>Follow our Instagram page @lifebeyondclinicalpractice

Career Coaching Services
If you need a career change but don't know where to start, contact us today to inquire about our customized career coaching services that will help you take your healthcare career to the next level. With specific insight into healthcare system needs, gaps and opportunities globally, let us help shape and grow the next phase of your career aligned specifically to your areas of strength and interest.