RS382 – How to turn a restructure at work into opportunity with Michelle Schafer

About this episode

Anna Lundberg discusses with Michelle Schafer how to turn a workplace restructure into an opportunity for personal and professional growth.

A restructure at work can feel like failure — until you use it to reset on your terms. Anna Lundberg talks with Michelle Schafer about turning restructures into opportunity by getting clear on non-negotiables, value, and what you want next. Key takeaways A restructure at work can become a reset point when you define your non-negotiables first (family, health, flexibility). Underpricing is often a confidence issue, not a competence issue — especially when you already bring decades of experience. Visibility is more sustainable (and more human) when it's rooted in contribution, relationships and conversation. Picking a lane can make it easier for the right people to find you — and trust what you're known for. A resilient business model is built around boundaries, rhythms, and proper time off — not constant availability. If this resonated, share it with someone navigating change right now.

People in this episode

Host: Anna Lundberg

Guest: Michelle Schafer

Topics covered

• restructure
• opportunity
• non-negotiables
• value
• visibility
• business model

Keywords

• reset
• confidence
• sustainability
• boundaries
• change

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