Is It Time for a Career Pivot? 7 Signs You’re Ready—And What to Do Next That Quiet Feeling You Can't Shake Off You sit down at your desk, just like every other morning. Coffee in hand, your inbox lights up. But today, something's different. You’re not excited. You’re not even stressed. You just feel...numb. Like you're going through the motions.
If that sounds familiar, you might be ready for a career pivot. I’m Mindy Thomas, founder of Thomas Career Consulting. Over the years, I’ve worked with countless professionals who reached this exact point. They weren’t lost—they were evolving. So, how do you know when it’s time to make a change? Here are seven signs you might be ready for a career pivot—and what you can do next.
1. You’re Just Going Through the Motions You show up, do the work, and go home. Repeat. You used to feel challenged, maybe even excited. But now? You’re counting the hours until Friday. That isn’t laziness. It’s a sign your work no longer aligns with who you are.
What to do: Take our Career Satisfaction Quiz. It’s a quick and confidential way to measure how fulfilled you are in your current role.
2. You Wonder If Your Resume Still Tells the Right Story Resumes have a tough job—they need to get you noticed and past the applicant tracking systems. If you’re asking yourself, "Is my resume even relevant anymore?" or "Am I presenting myself in the best light?" you might be ready for a new chapter. What to do: As a Certified Professional Résumé Writer, I help clients uncover the golden nuggets in their background—the accomplishments and strengths that set them apart. A resume should never be a biography. It should be a marketing tool that opens doors.
3. You’re Tired of Trying to Figure It Out Alone Maybe you've tried everything. You’ve read the articles, taken a few online courses, and even tried applying to different jobs. But nothing’s sticking. You feel stuck, and worse, you're starting to wonder if something is wrong with you. What to do: Career counseling is not just advice—it's a structured, collaborative process that helps you understand your interests, values, skills, and personality type. We’ll uncover options that are aligned with who you are today, not who you were 10 years ago.
4. You Keep Thinking About That "Other" Career Do you find yourself scrolling through job listings in completely different industries? Maybe you imagine what it would be like to start your own business, go back to school, or transition into something more meaningful. That voice in your head? It’s trying to get your attention.
What to do: Let’s explore it together. Through career assessments like the Strong Interest Inventory and the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, we can identify where your real passions lie and how to make a plan to get there.
5. You Feel Like You're Not Using Your Real Strengths You have talents that are being underused. Maybe you’re great at strategy but stuck in execution. Or maybe you’re a natural leader with no one to lead. When your daily work doesn’t reflect your best skills, frustration builds. What to do: We’ll conduct an in-depth intake session to understand what you bring to the table and how to reposition those strengths in a new role or industry.
6. Your Job Has Changed—But You Haven’t Sometimes, it’s not you. The role changed, the culture shifted, and leadership turned over. Now, it’s like you don’t recognize the job you once loved. What to do: We’ll explore what’s working and what isn’t. Together, we’ll brainstorm realistic options for where you can go next—and create a plan that feels doable, not overwhelming.
7. You’re Ready for the Next Chapter—But Not Sure Where to Start You're not unhappy. You're just ready. That itch to grow, learn, and try something new isn't going away. But making a big career shift feels daunting.
What to do: This is where a coach can make all the difference. As a Certified Job Transition Coach, I help clients move from confusion to clarity. You don’t have to jump without a net. You just need a guide who understands the steps.
How We Make the Career Pivot Together Here’s what a pivot looks like with my help: We start with self-discovery: Your interests, values, and strengths will guide our work. We use assessments: Tools like MBTI, Strong Interest Inventory, FIRO-B, and CPI 260 help us gain insight. We create a career plan: From short-term tactics to long-term goals. We update your personal brand: Your resume, LinkedIn profile, and even your interview skills will reflect who you’ve become. We take action: With a strategy in place, the next step becomes clear—whether it’s applying for jobs, networking, or launching something new.
Why Work with Me? You won’t find generic advice here. I offer: One-on-one, personalized support Virtual sessions that still feel deeply personal A background rooted in strategy and real storytelling I bring 150% to every client relationship. Whether you’re navigating fear, self-doubt, or just unsure of what step to take next, I’m here to guide you through it.
Your Next Step If you’re wondering whether it’s time for a pivot, that’s already a sign you’re ready for more. Let’s talk. There’s no pressure—just a conversation to explore what’s possible.
Contact me for a complimentary consultation: Mindy Thomas, MS, CPRW, CLC, CJTC, CJDC https://thomascareerconsulting.com/contact-mindy-thomas/ Let’s uncover the gold in your story—and get you moving toward a career that truly fits.
