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A new year's onset is often a time for reflection, and for numerous people, that involves thinking about our work lives.

Two editors who lost their positions after corporate restructures at first believed it was catastrophic.

"I invested everything into that role... I trusted in the principles we stood for. However, regarding my situation, those principles didn't apply," one of them states.

Both individuals chose to employ the word "fired" and believe that being honest about it can assist you process the event.

"People rely on so many soft terms for being dismissed. But the faster you accept it, the faster you're honest about it, the quicker you can move on.

"It's the quickest route to anything you desire to pursue next," she adds.

Now, they are succeeding in different roles, with one owning a media business and the other serving as lead editor at a prestigious publication.

For those who have been laid off or are just considering a shift, consider these four strategies that can help.

1. Consider Last Year

It's natural to experience some apprehension concerning your career post-festive period.

A careers coach highlights the necessity of reflection prior to launching the search for a new role.

She encourages people to consider what they desire to do more of, what to reduce, and which factors energizes or exhausts them.

Reviewing your achievements to spot common themes can also help. "Try not to considering only the last month, since everyone suffer from to focus on the recent that can obstruct your judgment," she states.

A former editor states it is important to determine where your work fits in your life.

This requires being honest about the amount of time you devote to work and its effect on your personal and family life.

After her own experience, she suggests against letting yourself be dictated by your job.

2. Take Small Steps

The advisor states that individuals can implement small steps towards changing careers without diving in headfirst.

Her own journey took several years to make the jump from a corporate role to managing her own company full-time, building her idea alongside her job, which meant financial stability.

"It required a bit longer, but that represented how I did it sustainably," she explains.

She recommends an experimental method.

This could be volunteer work, participating in a work project you find appealing, or accepting something different at your present job.

"The worst outcome, you learn it's not a fit, however, it's wiser to find out now rather than after you've made the move," she adds.

She also encourages considering short-term "bridging roles". These may not be the perfect role, yet they function as progress forward, such as a role with parallels to the career you want, yet not in the same industry or sector.

"It involves granting yourself the space to accept this is good for now, but that isn't for all time.

"That can be a very smart approach to get much closer to that desired transition."

3. Recall Your Accomplishments

For anyone who has recently lost your job, you aren't alone – job cuts have increased markedly recently.

She was editor-in-chief in a magazine, previously she lost their jobs following a decision to discontinued the physical magazine.

Recognizing that this was not indicative of her ability allowed her to handle the transition.

"Your experience doesn't go away just because you were dismissed.

"Do not surrender your power, it's vital for all individuals to remember their own worth."

The other editor was fired following a long tenure in a business journal due to leadership changes at the top and the appointment of a new editor.

She notes that a lot of the embarrassment of dismissal is self-imposed.

"Considering the vast numbers of people being laid off, it's rarely personal. It's likely not about you, so don't carry that feeling around with you."

4. Build a Job Search List

When you're actively hunting for a new job or feel deeply dissatisfied in your current role, it can be tempting to apply hastily for any vacancy – overlooking personal fulfillment.

However, this represents a major error.

Instead, she suggests a method called "reviewing" – focusing your search to only position summaries that capture your interest.

She advises searching sites like LinkedIn and saving several that you like.

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