During my coach certification training, one concept deeply resonated with me: the powerful role that values and beliefs play in shaping our professional lives. It made me step back and reflect on my own career journey.
For years, I defined myself as a career-driven woman who loved her work. My passion fueled my ambition, and I found deep satisfaction in my professional accomplishments. But gradually, that passion started to wane. I found myself questioning if the path I was on still aligned with what I truly valued.
Eventually, I realized that my values had evolved—and that my greatest fulfillment now came from helping others reach their untapped potential. That realization led me to take a leap of faith and enroll in a coaching program, shifting the focus of my career.
As we grow, our values shift. What once felt like a non-negotiable priority may no longer hold the same weight, and what we once overlooked may become central to our well-being.
With the new year underway, I’ve been thinking about how this evolution unfolds over time. While I’ve never been one for rigid resolutions, January offers a natural opportunity to pause, reflect, and realign—to ask ourselves whether the way we’re spending our time still reflects who we are and what we need in this season of life.
If you’ve been feeling disconnected from your work or questioning whether you’re on the right path, these four questions can help you assess whether your career still aligns with your values.
🔹 How did you feel as you wrapped up last year?
Did you end the year with a sense of pride and satisfaction, or did you feel indifferent, depleted, or unfulfilled?
🔹 How do you feel at the end of each day?
Do you finish your workday energized and fulfilled, or do you feel drained and disconnected from what matters most to you?
🔹 What’s non-negotiable?
Which commitments bring you purpose, energy, and well-being? Are you making them a priority, or are they getting lost in the daily grind?
🔹 Where can you adjust?
Are there areas where your time and energy are being spent on things that no longer align with what truly matters? What small shifts could bring you closer to the balance and fulfillment you seek?
The more intentional we are about assessing what enriches our lives—and making choices to refocus our energy—the greater balance, clarity, and fulfillment we can experience.
So take a moment to pause and reflect:
Does your career still ignite purpose and passion, or is it time to reset and redefine your professional path?