Winning Through Redundancy: Six steps to navigate your way to a brighter future

Embark on a transformative journey from career uncertainty to fulfilling work with Steve Preston's **Winning Through Redundancy: Six Steps to Navigate Your Way to a Brighter Future.** This isn't just another job hunting guide; it's a lifeline for anyone facing redundancy or contemplating a significant career shift. Redundancy can feel like being thrown into a confusing maze, a rollercoaster of emotions that leaves even the most driven individuals feeling lost and directionless. Career coach Steve Preston, drawing on years of experience, recognizes this struggle and offers a clear, actionable roadmap to not only survive but thrive after redundancy. He understands the paralysis that can grip individuals, leading them to scatter their efforts or give up altogether. This book provides the antidote: a structured, six-step process designed to empower you to take control of your career destiny. What sets "Winning Through Redundancy" apart is its practical, empathetic approach. Preston doesn't just offer theoretical advice; he provides tangible tools and exercises to help you unlock your hidden potential, boost your self-confidence, and identify your true passions. Whether you're a seasoned professional navigating a mid-career change, a young graduate facing an uncertain future, or entering your "third age" and seeking new purpose, this book offers invaluable guidance tailored to your unique situation. Inside, you'll discover: * **A Six-Step Navigation System:** A proven, step-by-step framework for navigating the complexities of career transition, providing clarity and direction when you need it most. This structure helps break down the overwhelming task of finding a new role into manageable, actionable phases. * **Energizing Exercises:** Specifically designed to help you rediscover your strengths, skills, and passions. These exercises are not just theoretical; they are designed to get you actively engaged in the process of self-discovery and career reinvention. * **Real-Life Case Studies:** Inspiring stories of individuals who have successfully navigated redundancy and found fulfilling new careers. These case studies provide tangible examples of how the book's principles can be applied in diverse situations. Preston uses these examples to show how others have overcome similar obstacles and found success, offering encouragement and motivation. * **Pragmatic Advice and Self-Coaching Techniques:** Learn how to effectively network, craft a compelling resume, ace interviews, and negotiate your worth. Beyond the practical skills, you'll also learn valuable self-coaching techniques to manage your emotions, stay motivated, and maintain a positive mindset throughout the job search process. * **Strategies to Beat the Post-Redundancy Blues:** Learn to combat the emotional challenges that often accompany redundancy, including feelings of self-doubt, anxiety, and isolation. Preston provides strategies for building resilience and maintaining a positive outlook. "Winning Through Redundancy" is more than just a career guide; it's a motivational resource that will empower you to take charge of your future and create a life you love. Preston's passionate and energetic writing style will inspire you to believe in your potential and take the necessary steps to achieve your career goals. Don't let redundancy define you; use it as an opportunity to reinvent yourself and create a brighter, more fulfilling future. This book is your essential companion on that journey. Get ready to transform your career and your life. Published by Balloonview Publications in 2013, this 312-page paperback is your essential toolkit for career reinvention. Author Steve Preston brings not only his expertise as a career coach, but also a genuine empathy born from understanding the emotional challenges of redundancy. He equips you with the strategies and mindsets needed to emerge stronger and more fulfilled than before.