You Don’t Need a 5-Year Plan — You Just Need a Starting Point
- kerryepool
- Jul 25
- 2 min read
Let’s be honest: the whole “Where do you see yourself in five years?” question can feel… exhausting. Especially if you’re feeling stuck, unfulfilled, or unsure what you actually want from your career right now.
The good news? You don’t need a 5-year plan. You just need a starting point.
Because clarity doesn’t always come in a flash of inspiration — it often comes from simply taking the next small step.
🚦Feeling Stuck? You’re Not Alone
Maybe you’re:
Considering a career change, but have no idea where to begin
Burnt out, but can’t afford to quit
Longing for something more meaningful, but unsure what that even looks like
Great at your job, but it doesn’t feel like “you” anymore
Whatever your situation, it can feel like you need to have everything figured out before you make a move.
You don’t. You just need a bit of space, structure, and support — which is exactly where career coaching can come in.
🧭 What Career Coaching Really Does
A lot of people think coaching is about giving advice or handing you a ready-made plan. It’s not. Coaching is about helping you find your own answers — with the right tools, questions, and support along the way.
A coach can help you:
Get clear on what you really want (beyond what you “should” do)
Spot your patterns, strengths, and hidden skills
Build confidence to take action
Create a plan that fits your life — not just your LinkedIn profile
It’s not about fixing you. It’s about helping you move forward — even if you don’t know exactly where “forward” leads yet.
🪜 Small Steps Create Big Shifts
You don’t have to reinvent your whole life overnight. Coaching helps you take things one step at a time:
A conversation that changes your perspective
A fresh CV that actually reflects who you are now
A decision to set boundaries or ask for what you need at work
The courage to explore a path you’d written off years ago
Over time, these small steps add up — and suddenly, you’re not stuck anymore. You’re moving.
💬 Ready for Your Starting Point?
If you're feeling lost, uncertain, or just ready for something new, career coaching can give you the clarity and confidence to take that first step. No 5-year plan required.
You don’t need all the answers. You just need a safe place to ask the right questions — and someone in your corner as you figure it out.
Curious about coaching? Drop me a message or book a free discovery call. Your next chapter doesn’t have to be perfect. It just has to begin. www.aheadofbusiness.com
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