Feeling like your career has stalled can be unsettling, but it’s a great opportunity to reassess your goals and make strategic moves toward growth. Here’s how to approach looking for a new role effectively:
- Reflect on Your Career Goals
- Ask yourself: What do I really want from my next role?
- Is it higher pay, more challenges, a better work-life balance, or a specific industry?
- Evaluate your skills, interests, and long-term aspirations to clarify what kind of position aligns with your goals.
- Assess Your Current Role
- Pinpoint why it feels like you’ve stalled.
- Lack of promotions?
- No opportunities to learn?
- Misalignment with company values or culture?
- Understanding this will help you avoid similar situations in the future.
- Update Your Resume and LinkedIn
- Highlight achievements, not just responsibilities. Use metrics where possible (e.g., “Increased sales by 20% in six months”).
- Ensure your LinkedIn profile reflects your professional growth and goals, with a headline that attracts recruiters.
- Network Strategically
- Reconnect with former colleagues, mentors, and industry contacts.
- Attend professional events or join online communities in your field.
- Leverage Job Boards and Recruiters
- Use platforms like LinkedIn, Irish Jobs, or industry-specific boards to search for roles.
- Consider working with recruiters who specialize in your industry.
- Identify Skills Gaps
- If you’re aiming for a higher-level or different role, research the skills and certifications required.
- Take relevant courses or earn certifications to stand out as a candidate.
- Practice Interviewing
- Prepare answers for common questions about career stagnation, focusing on how you’ve stayed proactive (e.g., taking on side projects or upskilling).
- Showcase enthusiasm for growth and learning.
- Stay Positive and Persistent
- Changing roles takes time. Use the process as an opportunity to grow personally and professionally.
At ISS Ltd I work with a range of Medical Device firms sourcing them Sales and Support Talent. If you are coming from Healthcare / Sales and want to make a move into this Industry, please feel free to get in contact.
Patrick Fitzmaurice
HR & Recruitment Director ISS Ltd
p.fitzmaurice@independentsearchsolutions.com
Mobile: 00353 (0) 87 25 35 247
