Career Pivot

Turn your layoff into an opportunity for change

Should You Consider a Career Pivot?

A layoff can be the push you need to pursue something different. Ask yourself:

Signs You Might Want to Pivot

  • You've been unhappy in your field for a while
  • Your industry is declining
  • You have skills that transfer to growing fields
  • You have financial runway to retrain

Signs to Stay in Your Field

  • You enjoyed your work, just not your employer
  • Your industry is still growing
  • You need income quickly
  • You're reacting to emotion, not logic

Transferable Skills Are Your Secret Weapon

You have more skills than you realize. These transfer across almost any industry:

Project Management Communication Problem Solving Leadership Data Analysis Client Relations Strategic Planning Team Collaboration