In this episode of "Change is Possible", Ani Filipova and Simon Alexander Ong discuss how to transition careers successfully. They delve into Simon's inspiring journey - a former finance professional who transformed into an award-winning coach, international keynote speaker, and author of the best-selling book "Energize." 🌟 Episode Highlights: 00:0 Intro 02:04 Simon's early influences and pivotal moments. 05:55 His initial career choice in finance and the reasons behind it. 09:25 The turning point: Leaving finance and managing the transition into coaching. 14:28 Practical advice for those emotionally struggling with a career change. 18:08 Finding the first clients as a coach 21:58 Building a personal brand and marketing strategies that work. 24:58 Becoming an international keynote speaker. 25:59 Self-promotion and marketing as a coach and a speaker 27:44 The creative process of writing a book; Insights from Simon's book 'Energize' and its core message. 36:40 Reflecting on past decisions and advice for the younger self. Join us for unique insights from Simon Alexander Ong on building a successful career post-finance. This episode is a must-listen for anyone contemplating a career shift or seeking motivation in their professional journey. 👍 If you enjoyed this episode, please like, share, and subscribe for more inspiring stories. We'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments below! Remember, change is not just possible, it's within your reach. Dive into this episode to discover how! WATCH THE PODCAST ON YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI1aeNZ-2lqnp9l1VJu2FOQ FOLLOW THE HOST: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anifilipova Personal site: https://anifilipova.me/ FOLLOW OUR GUEST : LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/simonalexanderong Website: simonalexanderong.com