Here's how you can bounce back and progress after a professional setback.

It is normal and crucial to have negative emotions following a setback. They are warnings of a problem: the body’s natural survival response to danger. When in this survival mode, our IQ reduces, as does our ability to think rationally, creatively and identify opportunities. So the key action here is to first restore yourself: heal and build up so that you return to your calm and fully resourced self. This will involve time, great people and the right activities - a restoration process which happens over minutes, days, months or even years. When restored, you then look back and see things from all angles. What you did right, what you could have done differently – and the same for others. There are incredible gifts in a setback.

Everyone has setbacks, learn from it, mourn for a minute but never sit down and stay in the darkness, setbacks don't define you, they grow you!

En mi experiencia profesional he tenido más reveses que aciertos, he llegado a los aciertos a través de los errores o circunstancias adversas. Se pierden muchas batallas en el camino a una gran victoria, y lejos de asustarnos, solo debe darnos fuerzas para aprender, y seguir adelante.

Human nature is to blame everyone else, which means you learn nothing. I have been stiffed many times in my career and if I want to find the reason, I look in the mirror. I trust people and will continue to do so, even although the risk is there. But equally, do not beat yourself up. Don't rush to judgement in the heat of the moment. Take your time, talk to people you trust and ask yourself a simple question: what can I do differently and better next time?

Take accountability for your role in what happened instead of focusing on things being 'unfair' or blaming others. Setbacks can lead you to identify an area for improvement and growth. Ask yourself if this could also be a pattern that you can work to change. Ask a mentor how you could improve for next time.

Super importante para quienes hemos pasado por este camino o estamos pasando (me incluyo)procesado tus emociones iniciales, es momento de analizar lo sucedido. Pregúntate: ¿Qué salió mal? Pero sin torturarte ¿Qué podría haber hecho diferente? Pero sin estar piense y piense ¿Qué factores estaban fuera de mi control? Reconocer Sé honesto contigo mismo sin ser demasiado duro. Este análisis te ayudará a identificar lecciones valiosas y áreas de mejora. #Gilgtzd

It may also be helpful to ask for feedback from trusted sources. This feedback can help to self reflect and gain perspective from the situation.

Setting SMART goals in your professional life is important. These goals will bring clarity and focus. SMART goals provide clarity about what you want to achieve. These goals or goal can help you stay on track. By defining specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound objectives, you have a clear target you can work towards.

Setting personal goals is crucial to achieving whatever aspirations you have both in your personal and professional life. You must remember to set attainable goals. When setting these goals it’s important to plan them out in steps so that we are not setting ourselves up for failure.

Con una comprensión clara de lo que sucedió y una reevaluación de tus metas, puedes comenzar a desarrollar un plan de acción. Este plan debe incluir pasos concretos y alcanzables que te lleven hacia tus objetivos. Considera lo siguiente: Capacitación adicional o desarrollo de habilidades. Buscar mentores o asesoramiento profesional. Redes de contactos para nuevas oportunidades. Pequeñas metas a corto plazo que te motiven a avanzar. #Gilgtzdg

Remember your WHY; if your goal is to serve others, then serve others. If your goal is to make it big, then make it big. If your goal is to change the world, then change the world. Put all of your energy into your WHY and when you do you will find your stride again. Carry your strengths and your weaknesses with you but remember to use them as a guide not a recipe to follow over and over as that could lead to the same setbacks again. Wake up each day with optimism and a sense of being a better version of yourself than you were yesterday.

I have a special interest in supporting people who have had a set back at work. It’s common for my clients to express feelings of shame, isolation, a loss confidence and helplessness. Values & personality clashes, bullying, poor management & HR practices during change management, exposure to traumatic events are actually quite common and workplaces aren’t always well equipped to provide emotional support. Working with a professional with mental health qualifications can help determine if you are having a ‘normal reaction’ to your current situation or if there’s something else going on. Getting help allows reflection on what went wrong, clarity on values & future direction. Getting help early always results in better outcomes!

If you ask, don’t be surprised when everyone tells you exactly what went wrong. It seems that your family members, your friends and colleagues all have an opinion about how you failed, and will be eager to share it with you. Some insights will have a more or less accurate perception of the events that led you to a particular setback. Listen attentively to them. Don’t dismiss their input. Focus on the feedback received and identify the value of their collaboration. Reach out to your most respected colleagues and ask for their perspective.

The purpose of reaching out is not to find the truth, but to get emotional support (vital) and to have a friendly sounding board. No one will be able to analyse what went wrong better than you. Everyone else will tell you a story, but it is just that: it is a story which may or may not reflect accurately. By talking to people you trust, you will gain different perspectives and start to form a more objective view of how you can move forward

Sometimes we need to put our pride aside and ask for help. This does not show that we are weak instead it shows a sense of security in yourself. There will be a time when someone seeks your help or advice. By having a group of people that you are able to bounce ideas off and seek advice is invaluable in the workplace.

Seek supports from your friends, give them full liberty to say what they really wish. Normally, we do'not listen to our family and friends. We express our anguoishness once some one said the truth. So, while seeking the Support it is advisable to follow the support. May a time support do'es not come alone, It is with certain terms and conditions. My humble request will be to look at those cery carefully, just donot sign blindly. Supports are required and we should seek the support.

Never ever stop learning! If you feel like you know everything there is to know about your field or career then it might be times to start something new. Keep learning and growing your skills and don’t be afraid to challenge yourself daily. Knowledge is power so keep your thirst for knowledge quenched by seeking new opportunities in and outside of your regular routines. Sign up for the class, attend the conference and keep growing your skills.

Continuous learning is one of the greatest joys of my life!! It enhances my personal growth, curiosity, empathy expansion, and resilience. I have also equipped myself with new skills and knowledge that current/future challenges enhance my adaptability to various situations, critical thinking, and ability to solve ongoing problems. Ongoing personal learning helps me reframe what could be perceived as "negative setbacks" and discover creative solutions that we would probably not have thought of without the "setback."

There is always something to learn in any field that we work. New technologies are advancing the workplace everyday. There are many opportunities to learn whether it’s online or in person. Knowledge is power.

Un revés profesional puede ser una señal de que es momento de reevaluar tus metas. Pregúntate si estás en el camino correcto o si es hora de ajustar tu rumbo. Tal vez este contratiempo te ofrece la oportunidad de explorar nuevas direcciones o de reenfocar tus objetivos actuales. #Gilgtzdg

There is joy in being a lifelong learner. In the moment of a setback we struggle to see the good. Years later, when you see how much you've grown, how much you've learned, and how far you've come, you'll be able to celebrate.

I lost my career because of covid. I was humbled by the experience. I worked different jobs that were still related to my overall career themes of education & campus safety. I branched out and worked for 2 school districts and another university after having worked at the same place for over 30 years. I didn’t earn as much money but my bills were paid. I learned that other employers valued my contributions and allowed me to make independent decisions. I didn’t even realize how much happier I could be working elsewhere. Keep an open mind. Try new things. Explore your passions; You may discover new ones like I did. Everything happens for a reason. Trust in the process and relinquish control. You end up where you are meant to be.

This is what I did when I was faced with an impossible situation. I looked at what I could do better and I examined my options. It is important to look at options that don’t seem obvious, such as, in my example, teaching abroad and I persevered. It rebuilt my confidence as a good teacher and I felt and still feel that it broadened my horizons. When people doubt you, don’t give in or give up. Take a chance and you can reap the benefits. And any teachers wanting a change, teach in Sweden. It’s fantastic!

Don't ruminate too much. You can land up in a very dark place. If you dwell on the past and relive all the grievances and injustices you suffered, you get nowhere good. Look to the future, drive to action and find hope through little wins. Action, even as simple as talking to people, helps you rebuild a sense of confidence and purpose. Setbacks are what happens in life to everyone. What matters is how you respond to them. That which does not break you, makes you stronger....

Professional athletes learn to have a short memory, so should we. Perfection is not a realistic expectation of oneself. Let's take accountability, take any lesson forward, and take that next at-bat with a clear mind and a positive energy.

Setbacks happen to everyone at one time or another, it is more important to focus on what happens after the setback. Focus time and energy on recovery and taking steps in line with your values and goals. Your skills and knowledge don’t get erased by a setback, the skill is in reconnecting with your strengths- which can be hard to do on your own. This is where leaning on mentors and professionals can help in recovery.

Early during my educational leadership journey, very wise women shared the following: S.A.R.A.H. Shock Anger Rejection Acceptance Hope This is a great strategy to remember as you will experience each of these emotions during a professional setback. Reflect at each stage and keep moving forward.

Estoy completamente de acuerdo con la afirmación de que debemos aprovechar las nuevas oportunidades con entusiasmo y no tener miedo de salir de nuestra zona de confort. Es natural que sintamos cierta reticencia o incluso miedo al enfrentarnos a lo desconocido, pero es importante recordar que el crecimiento personal y profesional suele estar fuera de nuestra zona de confort. El progreso no siempre es rápido o instantáneo, suele ser gradual, pero cada pequeño paso que damos para salir de nuestra comodidad y explorar nuevas posibilidades es un avance en nuestra carrera. Cada vez que nos enfrentamos a nuevos desafíos, reconstruimos nuestra confianza y nos impulsamos hacia adelante.