The kids are back in school. Summer vacations are over. And just like that, there’s a shift in energy.

September is here—and it’s more than just the start of a new season. It’s an opportunity to refocus, re-engage, and recommit to your professional goals.

Welcome to #SeptemberSurge—a content series designed to help professionals like you take full advantage of one of the most overlooked moments in the career calendar.

Here’s why September matters more than most people realize.

1. Hiring Picks Up Across Industries

After the typical summer slowdown, companies shift back into hiring mode. Recruiters become more active, open roles resurface, and hiring managers are eager to finalize teams before Q4 ends.

In fact, research shows that job postings often increase significantly between Labor Day and mid-October—particularly in corporate, tech, and executive leadership roles.

If you're waiting until January to make a move, you may already be behind the momentum curve.

2. Motivation Rises, While Competition Stays Low

While most professionals hit "reset" in the fall, many still delay real career action until the new year.

But the professionals who create the biggest wins in Q4 are the ones who start building in September.

With fewer candidates actively applying and a renewed energy in the workforce, this moment allows your resume, brand, and outreach to stand out in a less crowded space.

3. It’s a Strategic Time to Reevaluate Your Goals

As we head into the final stretch of the year, now is the time to take stock of where you are—and where you want to be.

Ask yourself:

• What progress have I made toward my 2025 goals?

• Am I aligned with the work I’m doing—or just going through the motions?

• What’s one bold step I can take to finish the year strong?

September offers the chance to reflect, reset, and take decisive action with clarity.

Insight from Coach Tamara:

“I always tell my clients—September is not the time to slow down. It’s the time to step up. Waiting until the end of the year to make a move usually means missing the opportunities that are happening right now.”

Whether you're job searching, positioning for a promotion, building your leadership presence, or preparing for a pivot, September is the window that can set the tone for 2026.

What to Expect from the #SeptemberSurge Series

Over the coming weeks, we’ll dig deeper into the strategies that can move your career forward, including:

• How to position your resume and LinkedIn profile for greater visibility

• Setting intentional career goals using the SMART framework

• Building meaningful professional connections (without the awkwardness)

• Strengthening executive presence

• Managing burnout and regaining clarity

Each post is designed to equip you with practical tools and encouragement to act, not just think.

Ready to Surge?

What’s one career goal you're recommitting to this month?
Share it in the comments—I’d love to hear how you're making the most of this season.

And if you're looking for support to map out your next move, send me a message. Let’s create a plan tailored to your September Surge.

Ready to turn your #SeptemberSurge into long-term success? Let’s create your career game plan.

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