Career Pivoting After Getting Laid Off at 42 (and 3 things I’d do differently if it happened again)

Career Pivoting After Getting Laid Off at 42 (and 3 things I’d do differently if it happened again)

Author: Howie Chan, Influence Strategist @ The Behavioring Company August 11, 2026 Duration: 37:57
In this solo episode, Howie shares a very personal story. It happened in March, 2022. A brief phone call ended his dream job and he was forced to rebuild his career. Now, in hindsight, if he could redo the 18 months that followed, there are three things he'd do (very) differently. Hit play and listen to Howie break down why being good at your job will not keep you safe in the modern workplace and how most professionals confuse personal branding with professional branding — that confusion is exactly what keeps smart, credible professionals invisible. Howie holds nothing back and walks through the three strategic foundations that have to be locked in before anyone posts a single thing online. Chapters: 00:00:00 The Call That Ended My Dream Job 00:04:08 3 Reasons Building a Professional Brand Matters 00:09:59 Personal Brand vs Professional Brand 00:13:59 The Question Almost Everyone Skips 00:18:00 The 3 Foundations of a Powerful Professional Brand 00:31:21 The Skill Nobody Taught You 00:33:49 3 Things I’d Redo After Getting Laid Off What’s Your Influence Style Profile? What do you do when you need someone to do something? This quiz will help you discover your most natural influence style, so you can use that strength more effectively (and know your blind spots.) → https://www.influencestylequiz.com/ Join 1,025+ leaders who've already uncovered what their style is. Become the Expert People Remember, Trust, and Choose. Expert Foundations is a live 3-week program where you'll build the three foundations every influential expert needs. → https://www.howiechan.com/expertfoundations Next cohort begins August 17 - September 4, 2026 — Produced by Ideablossoms (https://ideablossoms.com/)

Howie Chan hosts Influence Anyone, a conversation that digs into the practical mechanics of persuasion and personal change. Rather than abstract theory, this podcast focuses on applied influence psychology, translating research and real-world experience into actionable strategies. Episodes feature dialogues with leading experts and practitioners, dissecting the subtle psychological forces that shape both internal motivation and external agreement. You’ll hear discussions on mastering your own mindset and habits alongside concrete methods for branding, storytelling, and negotiation. The aim is to move from insight to implementation, turning behavioral science into reliable playbooks for leadership and persuasion. Covering intersections of science, business, marketing, and social dynamics, the podcast provides a nuanced look at how influence operates in various arenas of life. Listeners gain a deeper understanding of the principles that drive decision-making, equipping them to navigate professional challenges and personal goals with greater clarity. The tone is exploratory and detailed, prioritizing depth over quick fixes. By examining the hidden architecture of influence, Howie Chan creates a resource for anyone looking to understand the why behind effective action and communication. This is a place where academic findings meet street-level practice, all dedicated to creating more meaningful and effective outcomes.
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