Rebuilding? Redundancy? – Is now the time to Spring forward into a new chapter
How to move forward with purpose when your career takes an unexpected or intentional turn.
Spring is often seen as a season of fresh starts – longer days, new growth, and a sense of quiet optimism in the air.
But when you’re navigating change at work, whether it’s unexpected, like redundancy or self-initiated, like a career move or promotion, that seasonal momentum can stir up a mix of emotions.
Some people feel energised. Others feel unsettled. Many feel both.
Wherever you are in your journey – grappling with a sudden shift or contemplating your next step – this time of year can be a powerful invitation to pause, reflect, and realign.
Creating space for reflection and growth
One of the most common patterns I see in clients – especially those who’ve been in the same role or sector for years – is that they’ve rarely had the time or headspace to reassess. We get caught in the rhythm of performance, progress, and plate-spinning. Change – whether chosen or thrust upon us – breaks that rhythm. During that break, we can begin to ask deeper questions.
What do I actually want from my work now?
What am I great at – and do I get to use it?
What am I ready to leave behind?
This is where coaching becomes so valuable. With the right support, you can step back and reconnect with your strengths, values and aspirations – not just your skills and experience. Tools like psychometrics can bring fresh clarity, and structured coaching conversations help turn insight into action.
Turning change into opportunity
Not all transitions start from a place of crisis. Some begin with quiet dissatisfaction. A sense that you’re ready for more – or something different. I’ve worked with many professionals who are in secure roles but no longer feel stretched or inspired. They want to lead more effectively. Grow into a new challenge. Feel like their work really matters.
And then there are those facing redundancy, who understandably feel derailed at first. But often, they begin to uncover what they’d long buried – ambitions they’d parked, potential they hadn’t fully explored. One client recently described her career pivot post-redundancy as “the most authentic chapter yet.” She’s now doing work that truly lights her up.
That kind of shift doesn’t happen by accident. It happens through reflection, support, and intentional growth.
A moment to pause and reimagine
Whether you’re bouncing back or gearing up, this season is a reminder that growth doesn’t always look like a straight line. Sometimes, it looks like asking new questions. Sometimes, it looks like slowing down before speeding up. And sometimes, it looks like backing yourself to go after something that really matters.
So here’s your spring prompt:
What does success look like for me now?
What do I want to take with me into this next season – and what can I leave behind?
If you’re curious about exploring those questions with support, I’d love to help. Coaching isn’t just for career emergencies – it’s for anyone ready to grow with purpose.
If this resonates, let’s talk. I offer a free 30-minute consultation to help you map out your next steps – whether you’re navigating change or chasing growth.