Make time over the holidays to consider a new year career move

The seasonal break is a time to relax, but also a time to look at your jobseeking options

The festive period is a time to enjoy a well-earned break, but it’s also a period when many people choose to reflect on their professional life and decide whether a change of direction is needed.

The break over Christmas and the New Year is an important time to rest and recuperate after a busy year – a time to unwind, recuperate and recharge ready for the year ahead. 

“However, it’s also a period when many people choose to reflect on their professional life and decide whether a change of direction is needed – which could mean a completely new role,” says Barney Ely, senior managing director of Hays Ireland. “If this is something you’re considering, then a proactive approach to job searching should be on the cards during – at least some of – your holiday. Being fulfilled in your career is a vital aspect of your wellbeing, and therefore – rather than turning off your work brain completely – perhaps just turn it down. Reflecting on the past 12 months is part of the process – as well as planning your January moves.”