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The start of a new year is often a moment for introspection, and for a lot of us, that involves evaluating our career trajectories.

Two editors who were made redundant from their roles following company reorganizations originally thought it was catastrophic.

"I invested my heart into that role... I had faith in the values we stood for. Yet, when it came to me, that ethos were absent," one of them says.

The two decided to say "let go" and argue that being transparent about what happened can assist you deal with the event.

"We use so many alternative phrases for losing a job. But the faster you acknowledge it, the sooner you're candid about it, the sooner you can advance.

"That is the quickest route to whatever you desire to do next," she adds.

Now, they are excelling in new positions, where one running a media business and the other holding the position of top editor for a luxury magazine.

For those who have lost your job or are just contemplating a change, consider these four methods that can help.

1. Consider The Past Year

It's typical to have some apprehension about work after a holiday break.

A career expert highlights the necessity of introspection prior to launching a new job search.

She advises people to consider what they wish to increase, what they want less of, and what inspires or drains their drive.

Examining your past successes to spot underlying threads is useful too. "Try not to just looking at the last month, as people often suffer from to focus on the recent that can obstruct your judgment," she notes.

A former editor says it is crucial to determine where your work fits in your life.

This requires being honest about the amount of time you spend working and its effect on your social and family life.

Following her job loss, she advises not allowing your life be shaped solely by your job.

2. Make Gradual Moves

The expert notes that professionals can make gradual progress for a career transition without diving in headfirst.

She required a long period to make the jump from her corporate career to running a company entirely, developing her project alongside her job, which enabled she could pay herself.

"It needed additional time, however, that was the method I used sustainably," she says.

She suggests a "try before you buy" method.

This could be volunteering, participating in a professional project that captures your interest, or accepting a new challenge in your existing role.

"If it fails, you discover it's not a fit, however, it's wiser to find out now rather than after you've switched careers," she adds.

Additionally, she suggests considering short-term "bridging roles". They are perhaps not the ideal job, but they act as a step in the right direction, such as a role with similarities to your desired career, yet not in the same industry or sector.

"It's about allowing yourself the permission to say this is suitable temporarily, but that does not mean permanent.

"This is a clever strategy to get nearer to that new career."

3. Acknowledge Your Successes

If you've recently been made redundant from your job, many are in the same boat – layoff figures have surged significantly recently.

One professional was editor-in-chief for a fashion publication, previously she and her team lost their jobs after the company ceased print operations.

Understanding that this was not indicative of her ability allowed her to process the change.

"Your experience doesn't go away simply due to lost your job.

"Don't give up your power, it's vital for all individuals to remember their own value."

The other editor was let go after a decade with a finance publication after a change in management and the appointment of a different editor.

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

"Considering the vast numbers of professionals losing jobs, it's not personal. It's likely not about you, so don't carry that ball of shame around with you."

4. Develop a Career Checklist

If you're urgently looking for work or are profoundly unhappy at work, it can be tempting to jump at for any job – disregarding personal fulfillment.

But this is a big misstep.

Instead, she suggests an exercise called "browsing" – focusing your search down to role profiles that capture your interest.

She recommends searching professional networks and gathering around 10 to 15 that seem promising.

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