It’s safe to say that we’re living in uncertain times right now.
For mid-career professionals who have spent years building their careers, the thought of making a move can feel risky, even when you know you’re ready for something more.
“I want to make a move, but the current market worries me.”
“What if I leave my job and things get worse?”
“Is now really the right time to change roles?”
I get it. With uncertainty in the world right now, it’s easy to think staying put is safest.
But here’s the truth: your best career moves happen when you’re in control, not when you’re forced to react.
I learned this the hard way when I got laid off in an economic downturn years ago.
That experience taught me something important: the professionals who land the best roles in unpredictable times don’t wait for the perfect moment.
Instead, they:
- Keep their options open
- Position themselves for high-value opportunities
- Have a plan for navigating the market no matter what happens
That’s exactly what our client Adi did.
Adi, a senior finance professional, had been applying for jobs for nearly a year without success.
Despite his experience, he kept getting rejected, even for roles he was a perfect fit for.
He started to wonder:
“Am I doing something wrong?”
“Is now a good time to make a move?”
“Should I just stay where I am?”
After working together, we:
⏫ Revamped his resume and LinkedIn to highlight his value
💹 Positioned him for high-level roles in today’s market
👨💻 Developed a networking strategy to land offers faster
The result?
Adi had to chose between 3 competing offers and accepted an exciting position, with higher compensation and strong growth opportunities.
Most importantly, he regained control and confidence in his career path.
And he avoided the cost of not taking action.
The market will always have uncertainty.
But professionals who take proactive steps before they feel stuck stay ahead.
If you’re even thinking about making a move this year, let’s talk.
PS – On our call, we’ll:
- Get clear on how to position yourself for job security and growth
- Identify your best next step
- Map out a plan so you’re never at the mercy of market uncertainty