Ep 105: A Fish Out of Water: Navigating an Unexpected Career Transition w/ Stephanie Vatalaro

How do you move forward from an unexpected jolt to your 20-year non-profit career?

Stephanie Vatalaro found herself grappling with this question when her non-profit lost funding in 2025. Faced with the reality that the executive role she had planned on maintaining until retirement was no longer an option, Stephanie shares what those early, gut-wrenching days looked like for her.

From her initial focus on crisis management to intentionally taking time for herself, and ultimately creating WaveMaker Strategies, a consulting business that supports the boating and fishing industry.

Her commitment to taking action—through daily walks, travel, and connecting with others—was pivotal to her healing and the momentum that carried her forward.

This episode is for anyone who has faced a major unexpected life transition that shook their sense of identity and purpose. Listen now to gain insights on practical strategies to find your footing when life makes you feel like a fish out of water.

Connect with Stephanie: www.wavemakerstrategies.com

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