Episode 230 - How to Pivot Careers: Andy Lipshultz Shares Lessons on Reinvention and Resilience

In this episode, Elena reconnects with Andy Lipshultz, a dynamic voiceover talent whose professional journey is anything but ordinary. Andy—who previously joined the podcast a couple of years ago—shares his experience navigating career changes across vastly different industries, from the music business and banking to technology and now, a thriving independent voiceover career having voiced commercials and corporate narration for partners like Google, Lego and Bridgestone alongside fun animation, games, audio dramas and audiobooks.Elena and Andy dive into the realities of career pivots: how to recognize when it’s time for a change, redefine what success means, and take calculated risks while balancing life’s responsibilities. They candidly discuss overcoming fear, staying curious, and finding the courage to start over—even when it means taking a step back to ultimately leap ahead. If you’re considering a new career path, interested in entrepreneurship, or curious about the world of voice talent, this episode is packed with practical advice, relatable stories, and fresh inspiration. Tune in for actionable tips and a dose of motivation from someone who has reinvented himself time and time again!Time Stamps:00:00 Career Change Insights with Andy03:53 Career Journey: Tech to Voiceover07:32 Path to Music Industry Success11:52 Success Through Core Identity Recognition14:12 Adapting to Career Changes17:58 Dual Path Life Planning23:45 Courage and Curiosity in Decision-Making24:26 Cultivating Courage and Curiosity28:21 Minimize Risk Through Education33:53 Resilience Through Adversity34:58 Coping with Layoffs and Identity37:51 Voiceover Marketing and CoachingConnect with Andy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andysaysit/Visit website: https://www.andysaysit.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andylipshultz/Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@andysaysit Follow Elena: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/Website: https://elenaagar.com/Listen on:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shift-with-elena-agar/id1530850914Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5UKh6dWcuQwJlmAOqD8wijIf you like this video, please like, subscribe, comment, and share! Your support is extremely valued! #careercoaching #careertips #careerresilience #futureofwork #careerstrategy