#75: 3 Ways Leaders Are Putting Their Careers On Hold (And What It Costs You)
Are you waiting — for the new year, the economy to improve, or until your kids are at school full-time — to work out what you want next in your career?
Today, we’re talking about how high-achieving leaders are putting their careers on hold in the current climate.
One thing I’m noticing right now is that LinkedIn is full of redundancy announcements. Leaders are also telling me the job market is saturated, with fewer opportunities and more competition at senior levels.
In response to this uncertainty, I’m seeing people waiting. Some are waiting for the market to improve or their job to feel secure. But companies restructure, AI will continue to reshape roles and job security isn’t guaranteed.
Because companies own jobs, YOU own your career.
When the world feels uncertain, waiting seems like the safer option — yet there’s often more at risk than you think.
The bottom line is you can’t control the job market, geopolitical situation or how AI could impact your role. What you CAN control is your career, the steps you take ahead of time and how you respond to the external environment.
In this episode, I’m sharing the 3 specific ways I see senior leaders waiting in their careers right now and the consequences of each. Find out how to take ownership of your career — regardless of the economic climate or your current life stage.
You’ll learn:
- Why waiting until January sets you back 3 months and how to start 2027 with momentum — EVEN if you’re exhausted and time poor
- The most challenging career stage that keeps you caught in the same situation — and how to find clarity on your direction without reacting under pressure
- What to do when your career ISN’T the priority right now, so you keep your skills relevant and avoid any financial setbacks
So hit play now — and let’s dive in!
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