You’re right on time.

It’s never too late to pursue a career you enjoy.

Attend one of my live online Career Clarity Workshops and figure out the right direction for your work-life.

Do you ever feel like you’re giving a lot of time to a job or career that you don’t care about? Do you find yourself asking, “So I’m just gonna do this until I retire, huh?” You’re not alone, and it doesn’t need to stay that way.

The thing you do for 40 hours a week can and should be enjoyable. And fulfilling. Maybe even a little exciting!

I enjoy working with people of all backgrounds to help answer the difficult question of what should I do with my career, and I’d love to help you do the same.

Take your first step in a new direction by registering to attend one of my Career Clarity Workshops.

I hope to work with you soon! -Nils

Upcoming Career Clarity Workshops:

Thurs, May 16th, 5:30pm - 8:30pm

Sat, June 1st, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Wed, June 19th, 5:30 - 8:30pm

Sun, July 21st, 9:00am - 12:00pm

All workshops take place over Zoom. Times listed are in EST.

To reserve your spot in an upcoming workshop, select your desired date on the calendar below.

Here’s what we’ll do in the workshop:

  • We’ll define and prioritize what you want for your work-life. This involves uncovering your strengths and interests, the ideal vibe of the work, and the outcomes you want from your work.

  • We’ll create a robust list of options that pair well with what you want, then make a hypothesis about what direction pairs best with what you want.

  • We’ll design a daily practice that will propel you forward in your new direction.

When we’re done, you’ll have clarity for the direction your work-life is going and how you envision it unfolding.

Prefer a one-on-one phone call?

I also do one-on-one career coaching. Availability is limited to evenings and weekends. Calls are $100 per hour.

Nils Root and his dog June

Hi there. My name is Nils Root. I’m 35 years old and I live in Columbus with my wife Carli, our son Dave, and our doggo June.

I’ll be honest with you: I’m deeply aware of my mortality. The ol’ life is not a dress rehearsal sits with me. It drives me. It makes me want to spend my time in ways that are enjoyable. It also motivates me to help others do the same.

I started Taking Back Monday to create a programmatic way to help people find and pursue work they enjoy. It’s a hairy challenge, no doubt, but I enjoy it.

You’re
right
on
time.

It’s true. It might feel like it’s too late to change directions for your career, but that’s total bullshit.

Julia Child (the happy gal pictured above) was 39 when she graduated from Le Cordon Bleu. Vera Wang didn’t launch her fashion label until she was 40. Colonel freaking Sanders was 62 when he franchised KFC. The list of folks who started late and never looked back is long and strong.

No matter your age or background, it’s never too late to move forward in a direction that’s right for you. I’m talking about a path that pairs well with who you are, what you want, and how you like to spend your time.

Will changing directions be a challenge? Probably. Will it be worth it? Absolutely. Besides, what’s the alternative? Working a job you loathe until you retire and croak? Hard pass. You and your one-and-only life deserve better.

Questions? Send me an email at nils@takingbackmonday.com

You're right on time.

You're right on time.