Career Clarity

Career transitions.

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The Rhythm of Careers and Motherhood: Finding Growth in Every Season

Careers aren’t meant to be linear. Just like nature moves through seasons, our careers have rhythms of growth, rest, reflection, and renewal. As a homeschooling mum, I’ve learned that even when life feels slower or less focused on traditional career milestones, it’s still a season of growth. Here’s how to embrace the season you’re in and redefine what success looks like.

Merly Hartnett

Sep 254 min read

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Life After Redundancy: How to Regain Confidence and Rebuild Your Career

Redundancy can feel overwhelming, leaving you with uncertainty about your future and even doubts about your abilities. But it doesn’t have to end there. With the right support and strategy, redundancy can become the turning point that leads you to a more fulfilling and sustainable career.

Merly Hartnett

Aug 233 min read

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Career Grief Is Real: How I Help Women Recover After Burnout and Job Loss

Grief after job loss or burnout is real and it’s often overlooked. As a burnout and resilience coach, I support women navigating career grief after toxic workplaces, layoffs, or breakdowns. Before rushing into “what’s next,” I help them process what’s happened, rebuild their confidence, and create aligned careers that feel safe, fulfilling, and sustainable. Because healing is the first step toward clarity.

Merly Hartnett

Aug 13 min read

How to Change Careers in Your 30s or 40s (Without Starting Over)

More and more Australians, especially women, are questioning the careers they once worked so hard to build. And it’s no wonder. Midlife often brings with it identity shifts, motherhood, burnout, and a yearning for more purpose.

Merly Hartnett

Jun 164 min read