Video: Pause, Ponder, Plan to Find Career Clarity Before You Panic

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Video: Pause, Ponder, Plan to Find Career Clarity Before You Panic

As we head into the holiday season and the year winds down, many professionals find themselves in a moment of pause—stepping back to take a break from work, routines, and even big life questions. This natural pause can lead to powerful reflection, prompting us to ponder what’s possible and what’s next in our careers. But too often, this phase of daydreaming or evaluating leads to panic: guilt, anxiety, or a pressure to make immediate decisions.

In this video, we explore how to embrace the pause and use it as a foundation for intentional planning. By recognizing this moment for what it is—a chance to reflect—you can create space for thoughtful next steps and move into the new year with greater clarity and direction.

Note: These videos were originally started during COVID and shared exclusively with the Cultivating Careers community—past and present clients—as a way to share timely insights and stay connected during times of uncertainty and change. Now, we’re sharing them more broadly, as many of the topics remain just as relevant today.

2025-04-21T18:00:13+00:00

About the Author:

Cultivating Careers was founded by Karen Kodzik, a Career Consultant who has worked with individuals in transition for over 13 years. Karen meets professionals at various points on their career path and works with them to gain a clearer sense of where they want to take their careers. Karen Kodzik holds a Masters Degree in Counseling with an emphasis in Career Development. Karen couples seasoned counseling skills with a solid business acumen. She has coached and consulted various levels of professionals across industries to successfully reaching that next point in their career.

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