What happens when the career you planned and worked so hard for suddenly doesn’t fit anymore? In this episode of Headflex, co-hosts Rebecca Walker and Diane Williams tackle the often undiscussed and unsettling experience of realising your career path may no longer suit you. They also share how to work out whether it’s time for a change, or simply a moment of exhaustion or frustration.

Rebecca and Diane both share personal stories of their own career pivots and coach clients through the emotional and practical challenges of transition emphasising that discomfort can linger for a long time before you’re ready to address it out loud. They underline the importance of asking the right questions, voicing your uncertainties, and not jumping to conclusions about needing a complete career overhaul. Sometimes, burnout or a bad manager clouds your judgment, so restoring energy and perspective is step one before making big decisions.

If you’re feeling restless in your role, this episode is full of practical insight and support for finding the courage and clarity to consider what’s next.

Here are the highlights:

00:22 What happens when a planned career no longer seems to fit.

01:09 Career paths aren't always a simple upward journey.

03:01 Change can be driven by shifts in roles, industries, or personal growth.

04:27 The unsettling feeling when a career no longer fits

08:20 It sometimes takes time and courage to address the issue

09:02 How physical feelings of unease can signal deeper career misfit.

10:07 Explore which aspects no longer fit instead of rushing to change

13:22 How exhaustion can cloud career decisions

14:13 Vital to boost resilience and energy before making decisions.

15:03 The impact one small change can have in creating momentum.

About Headflex:

If you're curious about coaching, Headflex offers a range of coaching programmes to suit different needs. 1:1 coaching, team coaching, group coaching and their Headflex in Residence programme. We also offer Headflex Lunch and Learn sessions. Visit www.headflex.co.uk to find out more.

Connect with us at Headflex:

Email: hello@headflex.co.uk.

Website: www.headflex.co.uk

Instagram: www.instagram.com/head.flex/

Connect with Rebecca Walker: www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccawalker13/

Connect with Diane Williams: www.linkedin.com/in/dianewilliams1

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