How will I keep my career on track?

Organisational change and you

The days of a ‘job for life’ are long gone. Major organisational change in the form of  mergers and acquisitions, downsizing, restructuring and plant closures, is today a reality for us all. Organisations need to be fluid and responsive, outsourcing projects and services, forming alliances and shifting resources to meet the demands of a complex global market. For the individuals that make up the organisation, flexibility and adaptability are key ingredients to a successful career.

Change brings new opportunities, but also greater risk and more uncertainty. Whether organisational change happens suddenly and unexpectedly or is a future possibility, the best way to stay on track is to be prepared, to expect the unexpected. Knowing ourselves, understanding our true potential and developing a strategy for dealing with change, is the only way to make the most of opportunities arising from unexpected situations.

Career transition presents an opportunity to assess your current position and create a plan for the future that will allow you to reach your full potential. Getting clear on your professional objective and identifying long- and short-term goals is a great way to stay focused.

Lee Hecht Harrison’s career transition assistance incorporates advice on career planning, including an assessment of your current situation, your skills and experience and what this means in terms of your long and short-term goals.