Guessing is not a strategy: How to build decision velocity with AI and real-time data
June 10, 2026 | Live Webinar
The Getaway
John Sullivan is a working project manager who writes and speaks on project and career issues.
Changing jobs is tough. Finding a new job is hard work and accepting an offer leaves most people lost in feelings of relief and anticipation. They focus their remaining time at the current job wrapping up duties and telling co-workers about their new position. Folks laid off don’t have the luxury of saying goodbye and often end up working out the emotions while trying to launch a job search campaign. Whether by choice or by chance, you need to plan now to make your transition more effective.
Clean Out Your Physical Office
Reduce or remove personal items and documents from your desk and files. This includes copies of your performance reviews, which are a condensed reference of your time on the job containing major accomplishments and pay history, all of which are needed for ongoing career development and future resume updates. The less you have, the less you’ll have to move.
Clean Out Your Virtual Office
You will need the professional and personal appointments and reminders on your calendar. Export the calendar to a file or synchronize it to a personal digital assistant (PDA) or online calendar. Do the same with your contact files and if you use internet messaging (IM), make sure your contact information includes IM names. Don’t forget your internet bookmarks. You’ve spent time finding important professional and personal web sites and…
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