There are 100 days until September. A time when energy returns, decisions accelerate, and new opportunities take shape.
Right now, many see summer as a slowdown: inboxes quiet, meetings sparse, momentum stalled. But what if summer isn’t a pause...what if it’s your strategic advantage?
Use these months to plan your next moves.
This is your chance to build autonomy over your career choices, sharpen your mastery in how you present yourself, and reconnect with the purpose driving your journey.
And ultimately, it’s the perfect moment to water your network (not just reaching out when you need something, but nurturing the relationships that fuel your growth!)
You don’t need to be everywhere or work at full speed. But a little strategic effort now will set you apart when September arrives while everyone else is catching up.
Because when others are warming up, you’ll already be taking your next moves.
Are the right people aware of what you want next?
Quiet hard work is valuable, but career progress demands that you’re seen. Strategically, authentically.
Ask: Are you showing up where it counts? LinkedIn, industry conversations, the right rooms (online or offline)?
Visibility isn’t about being everywhere. It’s about being intentional with how and where you’re known.
Can you clearly articulate the transformation you offer?
Your role isn’t just a list of tasks or a title, it’s the meaningful impact you create.
If someone had 30 seconds to describe what you do, would it feel clear, compelling, and confident?
If not, now’s the time to sharpen that message.
Who needs to hear from you this summer?
Beyond casual catch-ups, think relevance and reciprocity.
Who inspires you? Who’s already doing what you want to do? Who can open doors or offer guidance?
Water your network now - check in, add value, reconnect. Don’t wait until you “need” something.
Do you own the ‘why now’ behind your next move?.
Can you confidently explain what you’re aiming for and why this timing is right? Is your narrative consistent across LinkedIn, your CV, and your conversations?
People invest in vision, not just skills.
A bumpy start beats a perfect delay every time.
Waiting to have it all figured out often means waiting too long.
Instead, take small, deliberate steps: update your profile, reach out to one contact, test your pitch in a low-risk conversation.
Movement creates momentum.
Don’t fall into the trap of “starting fresh” in September. That window will move fast and those who’ve been intentional through summer will step in with confidence and clarity.
Carve out space each week to think strategically.
Because the moves you make now, sets you apart later.
If you’re planning a career leap in the next 12 months, there’s a strong case today is your best day to start.
Let’s make these next 100 days count.
Want to make sure your next moves are in place?
Reach out to me, and let’s ensure your career continues to progress this Summer.
Book in via info@careerships.com for a free 30-minute Zoom call to learn how we’ll clear your path to success.
Richard
CEO & Career Coach | Careerships
Careerships help professionals across 31 countries make substantial changes in their careers and lives.
Using our unique blend of international experience, passion, AI, commitment, and an ability to understand how to progress, we have maintained our 100% success record for our client partners, and it is our mission to keep this intact.
