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A new year's onset is frequently a period for contemplation, and for numerous people, that encompasses thinking about our career trajectories.

Two editors who lost their roles after corporate restructures at first believed it was catastrophic.

"I dedicated my heart into the job... I trusted in the ethos we stood for. Yet, when it came to me, those principles didn't apply," a former editor remarks.

Both individuals decided to say "fired" and argue that being transparent about the situation can help you deal with it.

"We use numerous alternative phrases for being dismissed. However, the quicker you accept it, the quicker you're candid about it, the faster you can progress.

"That's the quickest route to whatever you want next," she notes.

Currently, they are thriving in new ventures, with one owning her own firm and the other holding the position of lead editor for a luxury magazine.

Whether you've been made redundant or are looking for a new career, here are four strategies to assist you.

1. Contemplate The Previous Year

It's typical to experience a bit low about work after a holiday break.

A careers coach stresses the necessity of introspection before embarking on a new job search.

She advises people to consider what they desire to do more of, what to reduce, and which factors motivates or depletes their drive.

Reviewing your accomplishments to find common themes can also help. "Try not to focusing solely on the recent past, since everyone suffer from for recency bias that can obstruct the process," she states.

Another professional notes it is important to decide the role of work occupies in your life.

This means being truthful about how much time you devote to work and the influence on your social and social life.

After being let go, she recommends against letting your identity be shaped solely by your work.

2. Make Incremental Actions

The advisor states that individuals can make small steps towards changing careers without committing fully.

She took seven years to transition from a traditional job to operating her own business completely, building her idea while still employed, which allowed she could pay herself.

"It required more time, but that was my approach in a sustainable way," she says.

She advocates for a test-run method.

This might involve pro bono work, participating in an initiative you find appealing, or accepting a new challenge in your existing role.

"Worst case scenario, you learn that area isn't for you, but it's preferable to find out now rather than after you've switched careers," she states.

She also encourages considering interim roles. These may not be the dream position, but they act as a move towards your goal, for example a position with similarities to your target field, yet not in the same field.

"It's about allowing yourself the permission to say this is good for now, but that does not mean the same as forever.

"This is a clever tactic to get closer to that new career."

3. Remember Your Successes

If you've just left your position, many are in the same boat – redundancy rates have risen markedly lately.

One professional was editor-in-chief in a magazine, previously her entire team lost their jobs when the firm ceased print operations.

Realizing that this did not reflect of her skills assisted her process the change.

"The skills you've gained doesn't go away because you were let go.

"Don't give up your confidence, it's vital for everyone to recognize their intrinsic value."

Another professional was fired after a decade in a business journal after a change at the top and the arrival of new leadership.

She stresses that much of the shame of dismissal is in your head.

"Considering the vast numbers of people being laid off, it's usually not about you. Chances are not about you, so avoid carrying that ball of shame forward."

4. Build a Professional Checklist

If you're urgently looking for employment or are utterly miserable with your present job, the temptation is to apply hastily for any job – overlooking your own happiness.

But this is a significant mistake.

Alternatively, she proposes a technique known as "reviewing" – focusing your search down to position summaries that sound interesting.

She advises browsing job platforms and collecting around 10 to 15 that you like.

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