My former employer announced the closure of our business, leaving many of us facing redundancy, myself included. I vividly remember that October day in 2021.

Some might say, “Business is business,” but this wasn’t my first encounter with such a situation. My previous stint at UBS, while a voluntary departure, also stemmed from a major reorganisation that left me questioning my career path. In between those two companies the pandemic made other work situations seem like a fever dream.

Throughout my career, I’d contemplated a change numerous times but struggled to find the courage, the right idea, or the perfect moment to pivot (and that one doesn’t even exist, does it?).

However, my last role made it very clear to me: My passion for working with people, supporting them through challenges, stress, doubt, and frustration. It was a deeply rewarding experience.

It was during my first coaching session with Sinead from The Makings that I began to realise this could be more than a passion; it could be my purpose.

Until then, I’d never considered coaching a serious profession. It’s remarkable how our attitudes can change through experience.

What became clear to me is that sometimes, we must listen to our inner desires rather than the naysayers or purely rational thinking. It’s about understanding what truly matters and how we wish to spend our time.

For me, it became a matter of “What can I give in my job?” rather than “How much does this job pay me?” What legacy do I want to leave one day?

So, I pose this question to you for today: What do you want to look back on someday?

Share your thoughts.