Opinion

When it comes to our careers, most of us spend an enormous amount of time thinking about what comes next.

We set goals, plan our next move and imagine where we want to be in five years. That forward focus can be energizing, but it also creates a kind of blind spot.

The truth is the world rarely follows the neat roadmap we design. Opportunities appear without warning and, just as quickly, they can vanish. Layoffs, sudden new industries, technological shifts or even a chance conversation with someone on a plane can change everything. In the middle of all that unpredictability, the most useful tool you can carry is not just a plan for the future, but a clear understanding of yourself.

That is where career reflection comes in.

Reflecting on your career is not about dwelling on the

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