Making the Map: Career Direction For Generalists
Generalists are used to navigating careers without clear ladders, linear progressions, or obvious “next steps”. When it comes time to make a decision, the usual advice to “follow your passion” can feel deeply unhelpful.
In this session, career direction coach Kate Maxwell offers a human-centered approach to career decision-making designed specifically for people with squiggly, multi-hyphenate careers.
This is a reflective, hands-on session that blends decision-making psychology, journaling tools, and coaching models. It’ll be ideal if you’re at a crossroads, feeling restless, or unsure how to move forwards.
You’ll leave with:
A reframed understanding of why career decisions feel harder for generalists
Tools to map your current situation without oversimplifying it
A structured way to explore “what’s next” without forcing certainty
Practical strategies for generating options and moving forward
A renewed sense of agency in designing a career that’s just right for you
About Kate Maxwell
Kate is a Bristol-based career direction coach who supports generalists and multi-talented professionals in Media & Tech to make thoughtful career decisions in uncertain times. Her work focuses on building sustainable careers that balance ambition, wellbeing, and adaptability.
Drawing on psychology, reflective practices, and over 7 years of coaching experience, Kate helps people move from stuck or spiralling to clear, confident forward motion - without forcing themselves into narrow definitions of success.
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This event is organised by Generalist World - the community where generalists belong. You'll find everything you need to grow in your career - support, opportunity, lots of learning and great new connections.
For questions and queries, you can contact us at [email protected].