If You're Feeling Stuck:
Week 1-2: Assessment - Evaluate current situation honestly - Research market opportunities - Identify transition options - Build financial cushion
Month 1-2: Preparation - Update all professional materials - Build relevant skills - Activate network strategically - Create transition narrative
Month 3-4: Execution - Launch multi-channel search - Interview with confidence - Negotiate from strength - Transition gracefully
If You're Planning Ahead:
Year 1: Foundation - Build transferable skills - Expand network strategically - Establish thought leadership - Save transition fund
Year 2: Positioning - Take stretch assignments - Build external visibility - Test market periodically - Refine transition goals
Year 3: Execution - Activate opportunity engine - Execute strategic transition - Maximize compensation jump - Plan next move