One of the most frequent questions we hear in our consulting with the Riverstone Group is this, “I have a new opportunity. What do you think I should do?” In addition, we get a variation on the question: “I think I need to do something different, what do you think I should do?” It’s confusing, …

One of the most frequent questions we hear in our consulting with the Riverstone Group is this, “I have a new opportunity. What do you think I should do?” In addition, we get a variation on the question: “I think I need to do something different, what do you think I should do?”


It’s confusing, right?


In this Bookmark Edition, we share practical advice on how to think about these important transition points in our lives.

Discerning the lessons learned in the different chapters of our professional lives
The insights for which we are accountable
Spotting the connections between one professional opportunity and another
The value of thinking of our lives as a story with multiple chapters
How to gain insights into your own story by simply telling your story to a trusted friend or advisor
The index card method for understanding your professional story

If you’re not facing this question now, you will at some point in your professional career. Now’s the time to get ready. You can get a jump start through this episode.