How to Handle Career Transitions with Grace & Resilience

By Mini Thangaswamy, Mary Pearce, Monica Galatanu from the Paypal team.  As we achieve and adapt in our personal and professional lives, transitions are inevitable. Whether it’s taking a break from work, returning to work as a mom, or moving into an unfamiliar professional role, change brings with it new challenges. All three of us started our careers in male-dominated fields. We had no idea the road ahead was about to get even lonelier at times. Being the first one on your team to pump milk at work for your infant child, or the only one in a dual working household to drive your kids to practice, can feel lonely and exhausting at times. We were all there, in the deep throws of worry. Until we flipped the perspective, and we decided to focus on our strengths, and the power of our advocacy for a more inclusive mindset. By the end of this chat you will learn: Tips for responding to change without panic How to gain confidence when you’re an ‘only’ The importance of honest conversations with your manager and team