This is Part 2 of a 3-part series to help you recognize, reframe, and realign your career —so you can finally stop forcing a fit and start doing work that fits you.
Building on Part I where you learned to spot misalignment, today we’ll go deeper: turning those uneasy signals into a clear roadmap for realignment.
No more forcing a fit—only purposeful, aligned action.
1. Misalignment as Your Compass, Not Your Curse
Remember that knot in your stomach before Monday’s meeting? The restless scroll through job boards at midnight? Those are signals, not failures.
When you reframe misalignment as a compass, you stop fighting yourself and start listening to what truly matters.
Signal ▶️ Insight:
Signal: You dread routine tasks.
Insight: You crave creative problem-solving—so your next move should lean into that.
Signal ▶️ Insight:
Signal: You feel energized after mentoring a peer but drained by solo reports.
Insight: Your strengths lie in collaboration and teaching—build your next role around those.
Action Step: Today, journal three misalignment signals you noticed this week—and next to each, write the deeper desire it reveals.
2. Reframe the Story You’re Telling Yourself
We often spin misalignment into a story of inadequacy: “I’m not good enough,” or “I’ve failed.”
Instead, let’s reframe:
From “I’m stuck” → “I’m gathering data.” Every discomfort is valuable intel on what’s next.
From “I should be grateful” → “I deserve alignment.” You’re worthy of work that feels right.
Action Step: Catch one negative thought today (“I can’t…,” “I should…”) and rewrite it into an empowering insight.
3. Your 3-Step Realignment Experiment
You don’t need a five-year plan—you need a fast, focused experiment. Here’s how to test alignment in three small steps:
Design
Pick one desire from your journal (e.g., “I want to build community”).
Brainstorm one micro-project that reflects it (e.g., host a 30-minute peer-learning session).
Execute
Block 60 minutes this week to run your micro-project.
Treat it as a lab experiment: observe what energizes you and what drains you.
Evaluate
After, answer: “Did this feel like me?”
Rate your fulfillment (1–10) and note what to tweak or amplify.
Action Step: Schedule your first realignment experiment now—put it on your calendar before you do anything else.
4. From Experiment to Evolution
Small wins compound. When you consistently run these mini-experiments:
You’ll map your authentic strengths.
You’ll build confidence in your instincts.
You’ll create momentum toward a career that finally fits.
Imagine waking up knowing your work aligns with your values and strengths—no more dread, only drive.
5. Ready to Accelerate Your Realignment?
If you’re craving structure, community, and expert guidance as you deepen these experiments, consider the Untrap Your Talent Mentorship. In this 8-week intimate experience, you’ll:
Clarify your core strengths and values
Design tailored realignment projects
Receive one-on-one coaching and peer accountability
Build a sustainable plan for long-term growth
Next Step:
Reply to this email with “I’m ready” for a free Clarity Call.
Let’s co-create your bespoke realignment roadmap.
Stay curious, stay courageous,
Shannon
https://www.untrapyourtalent.com