Pivot, Don’t Start Over: Leveraging Your Existing Skills for Where You’re Going Next
with Lori Norris
Many people considering a career change assume they need to go back to school, start at the bottom or completely reinvent themselves. In reality, most successful career pivots happen when you identify the skills, strengths and experiences you already have and learn how to apply them in a new way.
In this session, we'll discuss how to look beyond job titles, uncover relevant transferable skills and evaluate opportunities that align with your experience. You'll leave with a practical framework for exploring new career paths and a better understanding of how to communicate your value when pursuing something different.
This workshop is designed for anyone wondering, "What's next?" and looking for a way forward without starting over.
Lori is a Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW) and certified Job and Career Transition Coach (JCTC).
She has been in the career services industry since 2003 and has been the owner of Get Results Career Services, a business that writes resumes, cover letters and LinkedIn profiles and teaches job search skills and strategy since 2004.
Since 2020, Lori has hosted the Lessons Learned for Vets Podcast, with more than 180 episodes dedicated to educating military service members as they transition out of the military and into their next post-military career.
Second Session: Embracing My BS: A Model for High Standards in Chaotic Times
with Juan Kingsbury
Did you do everything "right", and yet feel stuck, tired or quietly wondering if you made the wrong career moves?
Juan Kingsbury is not going to tell you to grind harder. He is going to help you see what you have been avoiding — and show you that owning it is not a setback. At some point, you have to get honest about the energy you are spending on things that are not moving you forward, and the grace you are not giving yourself to figure out new scary opportunities.
Founder and Workplace Dynamics Expert of Career Blindspot, Juan believes people’s workplace bias is the untapped opportunity for growth. Juan intertwines an understanding of human nuance and workplace results that drive intentional results for leaders.
In 2007, Juan developed his knowledge of human behavioral science at TTI Success Insights - training global coaches, consultants in communication, team building, coaching and selection.
In 2012, Juan founded Career Blindspot to work with leaders directly and provide tools for self awareness, understanding of others, and clear role objectives that impact the modern workplace.
In 2019, Juan created Career Blindspot Podcast to speak to the conversation and nuance of leadership, workplace trends, and changing expectations.
Juan is a Phoenix, Arizona native, proud alumni of Glendale Community College, Arizona State University and Walt Disney World. Happily married to his wildy smart partner Courtney, father to adventurous Conan, Korra and loyal pup Harvey.
Plus Stay for Expert Breakout Rooms After the Main Sessions
After the presentations, you’ll have the opportunity to join small-group breakout rooms and connect directly with career experts who can support your next step.
Meet with specialists including resume writers, career coaches, LinkedIn coaches, finance coaches, and other professionals who can help you strengthen your job search, improve your positioning, and move forward with more clarity and confidence.
Whether you need help refining your resume, improving your LinkedIn presence, navigating your next career move, or understanding the financial side of a transition, these breakout rooms are designed to give you practical guidance and personal connection.
Come for the expert sessions. Stay for the conversations, connections, and support that can help you take action.