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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
Monday Sep 08, 2025
Monday Sep 08, 2025
Navigating the uncertainty of career change can leave you feeling vulnerable.
Finding COMMUNITY and hearing from others who have walked the journey will help not only encourage you, but build resilience as you navigate the ups and downs of finding YOUR purposeful path that leads to professional fulfillment.
Join Life Beyond Clinical Practice on the 10th and 11th of October for the inaugural Pivot Roundtable Summit. This 2-day event will feature speakers who will share their expertise and experience, and will provide the space for you to reflect on what's next for YOU in your career.
Signup for the event is officially opened!
Use this link to secure your seat https://lifebeyondclinicalpractice.com/event-signup
Book within the first 2 weeks and you will be eligible for our early-bird signup bonuses (attendance required to qualify).
MORE WAYS TO CONNECT:
Follow Us on Instagram: @lifebeyondclinicalpractice
Follow LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/life-beyond-clinical-practice/
Rate and Review the show on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-beyond-clinical-practice-healthcare-careers-professional/id1713086617
Book a Strategy Call with Dr Diane https://calendly.com/lbcp/strategy-call
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Monday Sep 01, 2025
Monday Sep 01, 2025
From optometry to fashion & art – our guest is living boldly, having centred her life around the things that she feels passionate about.
Meet Prianka Cuppusamy – an optometrist, entrepreneur, and dreamer who brings together clinical care, creativity, and bold living. She’s the founder of Mood Eyewear Optometrists in Cape Town and loves fashion, art, music, and travel.
In this episode, Prianka shares her journey of building a business and a lifestyle that truly reflects who she is.
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Want help carving out your own path?
> Book a strategy call with Dr. Diane https://calendly.com/lbcp/strategy-call
> Download the 7 Steps to Pivoting Workbook: www.lifebeyondclinicalpractice.com/signup
> Follow along on Instagram: @LifeBeyondClinicalPractice and LinkedIN https://www.linkedin.com/company/104404906/admin/dashboard/
Monday Aug 25, 2025
Monday Aug 25, 2025
Are you weighing in on whether to stay in clinical practice or explore new career paths, but fear, uncertainty, or “what ifs” keep holding you back?
In this episode of Life Beyond Clinical Practice, Dr. Diane unpacks the powerful concept of opportunity cost and how it applies to your career. Opportunity cost isn’t just a financial term- it’s a reminder that every choice we make comes with trade-offs.
By not choosing one path, you are already paying the price of another.
You’ll learn:
- What opportunity cost really means for your career (beyond money).
- The hidden costs of staying where you are—even if it feels “safe.”
- The risks and rewards of pivoting into a new career path.
- How to reframe your decision-making so you don’t mistake inaction for security.
- Practical steps to weigh your options and move forward with clarity.
✨ Reflection Prompt:
If I don’t change anything, what will my life look like in 3–5 years? If I make a pivot, what could it look like?
This conversation will challenge you to look beyond the surface and ask: Which costs am I truly willing to live with?
If you’ve been feeling stuck, burned out, or afraid of what lies beyond clinical practice, this episode is your invitation to make empowered choices for your future self.
🔗 Resources & Next Steps:
- Book a free strategy call with Dr. Diane https://calendly.com/lbcp/strategy-call
- Download the 7 Steps to Pivoting Workbook: www.lifebeyondclinicalpractice.com/signup
- Follow along on Instagram: @LifeBeyondClinicalPractice
- Listen to a related episode https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/94-is-fear-and-doubt-stopping-your-career-pivot/id1713086617?i=1000708960824
Monday Aug 18, 2025
Monday Aug 18, 2025
The world is changing at lightning speed.
The biggest risk in your career isn’t failure - it’s standing still.
In this episode, I challenge you to break free from complacency, embrace a growth mindset, and future-proof your career with 5 actionable strategies to help you thrive beyond clinical practice.
You’ll discover why staying in the familiar can cost you relevance, opportunities, and impact — and what it really takes to be a future-focused clinician in today’s evolving healthcare and professional landscape.
Key Takeaways:
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Complacency feels safe, but it comes at the expense of growth.
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Your skills, influence, and opportunities can quickly become outdated if you don’t keep adapting.
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Proactive learning, networking, and future-visioning will put you ahead of the curve.
Resources & Links:
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Book your free 30-minute Strategy Call with Dr. Diane → https://calendly.com/lbcp/strategy-call
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Follow Life Beyond Clinical Practice on Instagram → @lifebeyondclinicalpractice.com
Listen to Episodes 22 and 97 if you haven't done so already!
Monday Aug 11, 2025
Monday Aug 11, 2025
In healthcare, we would never ignore the evidence in front of us.
So why do we ignore the signs in our own careers?
In this no-nonsense episode, Dr. Diane challenges you to apply the same evidence-based approach you use with patients to your professional life.
You’ll learn how to recognise the “symptoms” that signal it’s time for change, how to balance hard data with intuition, and how to stop making excuses when the truth is staring you in the face.
Whether you’re feeling stuck, burned out, or simply ready for something more, this episode will give you the clarity and courage to move from knowing… to doing.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- How to identify the clear “symptoms” that your career needs a pivot.
- Why your intuition is a legitimate form of personal evidence.
- The danger of ignoring what’s obvious.
- A simple 4-step framework for moving from awareness to action.
Links & Resources:
🎯 Book a Strategy Call with Dr. Diane →https://calendly.com/lbcp/strategy-call
📩 Follow Life Beyond Clinical Practice on LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/company/104404906/admin/dashboard/
> Sign up for our weekly emails: https://www.lifebeyondclinicalpractice.com/
MORE WAYS TO CONNECT:
Follow Us on Instagram: @lifebeyondclinicalpractice
Rate and Review the show on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-beyond-clinical-practice-healthcare-careers-professional/id1713086617
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Monday Aug 04, 2025
Monday Aug 04, 2025
In this inspiring episode, Dr. Diane explores how mid-career clinicians can turn passion projects into meaningful new career paths. Whether you're feeling stuck in a role that no longer fits or you're dreaming of a creative or cause-driven venture, this episode offers practical insights and empowering stories to help you take the first step.
Discover how your clinical background can be the springboard for something more aligned—with your strengths, interests, and values. You’ll hear real-world examples of healthcare professionals who’ve transformed side interests into full-time callings, and learn how to start exploring your own unconventional path—without sacrificing your income, identity, or family life.
🔑 What You’ll Learn:
- What a passion project is—and why it matters for clinicians at a crossroads
- Real stories of healthcare professionals who built creative, purpose-driven careers
- Four actionable steps to begin your own passion project
- Why your clinical experience is an asset in ANY field
- A powerful journaling prompt to help you clarify your next step
📝 Journaling Prompt:
If I had one year to build something meaningful outside of clinical practice, what would I create—and who would it help?
🎁 Want More Clarity?
If this episode sparked something in you, I’d love to offer you a free 30-minute Clarity Session. Together, we’ll explore your interests, values, and skills—and map out what your next chapter could look like.
Book your free session here https://calendly.com/lbcp/complimentary-call-clone
Only a few slots available this month!
💬 Let’s Keep the Conversation Going:
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a fellow clinician who’s ready for something more. Your journey might just inspire theirs.
MORE WAYS TO CONNECT:
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Monday Jul 28, 2025
Monday Jul 28, 2025
Thinking about graduate school as part of your healthcare career pivot? You’re not alone. This question can feel heavy—especially when you're balancing life, work, and a desire for meaningful change.
In this episode, we explore whether going back to school is really necessary for your pivot—and what to consider before you commit.
What You’ll Learn:
- The pros and cons of graduate education
- Types of relevant programs for today’s healthcare landscape
- How global trends are shaping new opportunities in health
- Key questions to ask yourself before enrolling
- Alternatives to traditional degrees that can still create transformation
Graduate Programs Discussed:
- Master of Public Health (MPH)
- Health Informatics & Digital Health
- Health Administration / MBA
- Health Professions Education (MEd)
- Global Health & Humanitarian Response
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Creative alternatives like micro-credentials, fellowships, coaching certifications, and experiential learning pathways.
Reflection Prompt:
What is the future I want to be part of—and who do I need to become to help build it?
Let’s Connect:
Have you been considering grad school—or already made the leap? I’d love to hear your story. Connect with me on email: info@lifebeyondclinicalpractice.com
Follow our LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/104404906/admin/dashboard/
Book a free Complimentary Call with Dr Diane https://calendly.com/lbcp/complimentary-call
Join the Movement on Instagram: @lifebeyondclinicalpractice
Rate and Review the show on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-beyond-clinical-practice-healthcare-careers-professional/id1713086617
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Monday Jul 21, 2025
Monday Jul 21, 2025
Have you ever wondered whether a career in academia could be the next chapter in your healthcare journey?
In this episode, we unpack what it really means to work in academia, who thrives in that environment, and how you can begin exploring this path—especially if you’re feeling drawn to teaching, research, or shaping the next generation of clinicians.
In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
- What kind of personality and values align well with academic life
- The biggest rewards of an academic career (and the real challenges)
- How academia compares to clinical practice in terms of impact and fulfillment
- Reflective questions to help you decide if this is the right fit
- The many different academic career paths—from teaching to research to leadership
- How to get started—even if you're still unsure or don't have a PhD
Key Takeaways:
- Academia is ideal for curious, self-motivated, and reflective professionals
- It offers long-term impact, intellectual fulfillment, and flexibility
- Challenges include bureaucracy, slower feedback, and sometimes lower pay
- Starting small—like guest lecturing or mentoring—can open doors without a big leap
- Success in academia isn’t always about credentials—it’s also about passion, perspective, and purpose
Reflective Prompt:
What does success look like for me—five years from now?
And do I want to shape the future of healthcare through education, research, or leadership?
Let’s Connect:
Have you considered academia—or already made the leap? I’d love to hear your journey. Reach out via email info@lifebeyondclinicalpractice.com or DM me on Instagram
If you found this episode helpful, please share it with a colleague who’s curious about life beyond clinical practice.
MORE WAYS TO CONNECT
Follow our LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/104404906/admin/dashboard/
Book a free Complimentary Call with Dr Diane https://calendly.com/lbcp/complimentary-call
Join the Movement on Instagram: @lifebeyondclinicalpractice
Rate and Review the show on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-beyond-clinical-practice-healthcare-careers-professional/id1713086617
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