Three Questions to Ask Before a Career Shift
I heard a really good litmus test for career shift timing.
If when you leave, it doesn’t feel bittersweet, you’ve stayed too long.
I love that it honors the fact that even when you know the change is the right thing for you, it will still be hard. There are people you’ll miss. Projects you’ll leave unfinished. A reputation that earned you respect and flexibility.
And yet, even with all of these gems in place within your current situation, there’s a nudge to move on. It’s hard to explain to your people AND also it grows to the point of being tough to ignore.
As I share with my clients, exploring your next move DOES NOT mean you’re quitting tomorrow. It simply means, you’re open to something new and you’re willing to take the steps to figure out what it is.
A thoughtful process includes getting clear on WHAT YOU WANT instead of responding to all the boring job descriptions YOU THINK YOU CAN DO. You must start inward to find the role that is on your terms, based on your priorities.
So how do you know if it’s the right time to start this process? I ask potential clients these three questions to see if they’re ready.
Are you hungry for something new (a company, different type of work, level of impact, company culture, way of working)?
Are you open to a period of time where you are exploring, where you don’t have all the answers right away?
Are you ready to make your needs, dreams, aspirations a priority--like truly making some time for yourself and this process each week? Hot tip: It doesn’t have to be A LOT of time. Even with 1-2 hours a week, you can make progress and gain momentum.
If you answered yes, to all of these questions...what are you waiting for? Let’s talk!
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