Those unpredictable crossroads

Purpose Providing workforce members with an understandable and workable platform to successfully withstand professional crossroads. Design/methodology/approach A reflective, experience-based deliberation on the emotional and action-based steps to be taken when unanticipated crossroads emerge. Findings Crossroads are inevitable and can be heart-wrenching, but if addressed mindfully, they can lead to greater fulfillment. Practical Implications Providing workforce members a platform to consider when facing the next professional crossroads. Originality/value Crossroads happen to all of us, yet, few articles have been written about this all too common process. Given the frequently recurring nature of this predicament, a practical, compassionate notation could bring relief and encouragement to workforce members.