Why the rush? Some thoughts on careers, timelines, and figuring it out.

Lately, and especially after making a big transition in my career, I’ve had more people early in their journey reach out for advice. And one thing keeps coming up.

The urgency to “get there.”
To have it all figured out quickly.

I understand that feeling. I’ve felt it too.

Looking back, one thing I’m proud of is that I didn’t follow a traditional or linear path. I didn’t go straight from school to university to a master’s degree. I took time to go all in on my sport, to travel, work different jobs, live in different countries, and study along the way.

At the time, everything felt unclear.
But it was anything but wasted.

Those years of moving, exploring, and saying yes before everything made sense shaped me far more than ticking boxes ever could. They helped me understand what I actually wanted, not just what looked good on paper. And they opened doors I could never have planned for.

But most importantly, it taught me to listen to myself.
To trust my own voice and my gut.

In a world with so much noise, distractions, and expectations, it can be hard to hear your own voice. But by trying, exploring, and stepping into things out of curiosity and passion, you start to find it.

And something I’ve learned again and again:

Opportunities don’t come when we wait for clarity.
They start appearing once we start moving.

Not every step needs to be perfect or strategic. Sometimes it just needs to be honest.

So I don’t believe in stressing over a fixed timeline. You’re never too old, too late, or too established to change direction or choose something new.

Because valuable experience isn’t only found in titles.
It’s in the people you meet, the places you go, and the courage to try before you feel ready.

But it’s also important to understand that things don’t happen overnight. It’s about continuing to take small steps, embracing the failures and detours, and learning and growing along the way.

I’ve always been ambitious, both in sport and in my career. But most of my decisions are driven by curiosity and passion, not by what I “should” do.

If you’re navigating your own path right now, let it reflect who you are.
Move, try and learn as you go ❤️