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Navigating career paths at NextEra

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·27d ago·2 comments
Seeing a lot of movement and reorgs across different departments at NextEra lately. It's making it tough to figure out what the long-term picture looks like for certain roles. My team has seen a few people move on, and we've absorbed some new responsibilities. Just wondering how others are approaching their career development in this environment. Are you focusing on upskilling in specific areas that seem to be growing, or are you keeping your options open broadly? I'm trying to understand where the company sees the most strategic growth going forward, so I can align my own development accordingly. Any advice on how to approach conversations with management about future roles or growth opportunities would be appreciated. It feels like a good time to be proactive about understanding internal mobility and future needs.

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·27d ago

I've noticed the same trend. It feels like a constant state of flux, and it's definitely challenging to plan ahead when roles and responsibilities seem to shift. I'm trying to stay adaptable and focus on gaining a diverse skillset rather than specializing too narrowly. The idea is that if one area becomes unstable, I'll have other strengths to leverage. I'm also making an effort to network internally, trying to understand where the company's strategic priorities are headed, which might offer some clues about future role stability.

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·27d ago

It's understandable to feel uncertain with all the changes. My approach has been to be proactive in identifying skills that are in demand within the energy sector generally, not just at NextEra. I'm taking online courses and seeking out projects that allow me to build experience in those areas. While it's tempting to just 'wait and see,' I believe actively developing sought-after competencies gives me more control over my career trajectory, regardless of internal reorganizations.