The Afternoon Shift

What if the thing that keeps derailing you - the frustration, the emotional trigger, the moment you lose it - was actually the key to your next career breakthrough?

In this episode, former technology leader, executive coach, and best-selling author Mark J. Silverman shares the framework he uses with leaders to turn reactive moments into powerful leadership tools.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to show up at this stage of your career, this one’s for you.

In this kickoff episode of The Afternoon Shift, we talk with Mark about how mid-career leaders can manage overwhelm, navigate change, and lead with greater clarity.

Mark breaks down his “Event, Bait, Hook, Cut the Line” approach to working with emotional triggers, and explains how your nervous system, identity, and internal stories all influence how you lead.

We also discuss:
  • What mid-career evolution really feels like

  • The trap of chasing “I’ll be okay when…” goals

  • Leading with authenticity in high-performance cultures

  • Why journaling and nervous system awareness still matter

  • How to reimagine leadership as collaborative, not solo

Learn more about Mark: markjsilverman.com
 Grab a free copy of his book Only 10s 2.0: Download here
 Listen to his show, The Rising Leader Podcast: Listen here
 Grab other free resources: markjsilverman.com/free-resources-for-busy-executives
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What is The Afternoon Shift?

The Afternoon Shift is a hub for mid-career marketing, media, and creative professionals navigating what’s next.

Hosted by Brady Sadler, this show explores how to thrive, not just survive, during the most pivotal stretch of our careers.

What started with a few small group conversations quickly became something deeper: research, newsletter, events, a growing community, and now these recorded conversations.

We're sitting down with incredible leaders across a wide range of businesses, to dig into personal stories, practical solutions, and the bigger questions shaping our work and our lives right now.

This isn’t just a show. It’s part of a larger effort to turn ideas into collaborations, and connections into meaningful work.

Because we believe career should be more of a team sport.

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