You’re Not Starting Over, You’re Re-Routing
You don’t have to be known for doing the same thing forever.
Pivoting, evolving, and redefining yourself is part of the journey — especially in your career.
I know that pivoting can sometimes feel like starting all over again, like hitting the reset button. But you don’t really have to start over; you just need to re-route. Trust me, I’ve been there, and I’ve seen firsthand how a strategic pivot can open doors you didn’t even know existed.
If I were pivoting careers again, here’s the roadmap I’d use.
Step 1: What lights you up?
If you’re even thinking about pivoting, the first step is figuring out what excites you.
Google’s free Dream Career Quiz is a quick, interactive tool that matches your strengths and interests to different career paths.
It’s low pressure, with just a few questions, but it can open your eyes to options you hadn’t even considered.
Step 2: What are the options?
Once you have some direction, you need to be real about what’s out there.
As the girlies say BFR!!
The Bureau of Labor Statistics breaks down which industries and roles are projected to grow over the next 5–10 years.
It’s one thing to dream — it’s another to back it up with stats. Checking job growth stats early in your journey can save you from pivoting into an industry that’s shrinking.
Step 3: Put pen to pad
Now that you have a path to follow, it’s time to organize.
I’m a Notion girlie through and through, it’s such a great tool for for mapping out career plans, tracking job applications, creating interview prep templates, and just keeping goals clear and manageable.
It’s the ultimate productivity lifesaver. It’s simple, flexible, and perfect for staying focused during a career transition. I promise this isn’t a sponsored post.
Step 4: Work smarter, not harder
Once you’re organized, it’s time to get visible.
LinkedIn is still my go-to platform for job searching and networking. But don’t just scroll passively:
Toggle “Open to Work” on your profile so recruiters know you’re available.
Search the #hiring — some of the best opportunities aren’t listed on the official jobs board, but hidden in posts shared by hiring managers and companies.
Networking is half the job search game — play smart.
Step 5: Own your prep game
When the interviews start rolling in, you’ll want to show up confident.
Google’s Interview Warmup tool helps you practice answering real interview questions out loud. It even gives feedback on common themes you’re using so you can refine your answers and feel extra ready.
A few practice rounds with it and you’ll feel way more comfortable pitching yourself, even if you’re pivoting into a brand new field.
Pivoting your career isn’t a setback — it’s a power move. Growth is meant to stretch you. Stay curious, stay strategic, and trust that your next move is setting you up for something even bigger.
