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The Stages of workplace transitions

Tina Naldrett and Kate Title Season 4 Episode 3

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This episode talks about workplace transitions that can take many forms, new job, new team, promotion, retirement, workplace reorganisation and many more. 

The 3 stages of transition
The Ending Stage, the Neutral Stage, and the New Beginning Stage.

Each stage involves different feelings & processes. Sometimes, you can deal with one stage before moving to the next. Other times, you can move back and forth between stages.

The Ending Stage

Every transition starts with an ending. Acknowledging that things have changed and you will lose or miss something because of it. Its ok to spend some time grieving the loss before thinking about the future.

In some situations, you may also have conflicting feelings of relief or excitement. 

Its valid to express any negative emotions but don't take them out on the people around you. 

The Neutral Stage
The Neutral Stage can be uncomfortable. You are moving from your comfort zone and may be uncertain about what your future will look like. You may feel a bit wobbly but thats ok. 

This is a stage where you have the greatest opportunity to learn about yourself, to reflect and consider making some improvements.

Take the time to question, reflect, talk to other people, explore options, and search for answers. For example:

  • Think about what you liked and didn’t like about your old job.
  • Think about how your habits in the old job, do you want to bring all of them with you? 
  • How do you want to learn in this new situation?

Getting things done at this stage may seem to take a lot more effort than it usually does. Creating and maintaining a regular routine will help to keep you going, especially if your routine includes lots of rest and exercise.

The New Beginning Stage
The good news when you reach this stage you start to feel more energetic and hopeful. You have done some of the thinking and exploring you needed to do and are ready to move on, try new things, or taking a calculated risk. 

At this stage, you may feel both excited and a little nervous about the future. Though you still don’t know how everything will work out, you are moving forward.
Resources
https://alis.alberta.ca/succeed-at-work/manage-change-and-transitions/guide-to-managing-career-transitions
https://www.linkedin.com/advice/3/how-can-you-successfully-transition-new-role


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