Redundancy, Setbacks, and Starting Again with Stuart Moffett

Redundancy is one of the most disorienting experiences a professional can face — especially when it arrives without warning after years of dedicated service. In this episode, Adrian and Tim sit down with Stuart Moffett, who experienced exactly that after nearly 13 years at a major firm.

Stuart walks us through the immediate aftermath of being let go: the shock, the identity crisis that follows when your job title disappears, and the practical steps he took to stabilise before rebuilding. He's candid about the emotional toll and the temptation to rush back into work before you're ready — and why resisting that urge matters.

The conversation turns to the longer arc of recovery: how Stuart rediscovered what he actually wanted from his career (as opposed to what he'd fallen into), the role of his network in opening unexpected doors, and the mindset shifts that made the difference between stagnation and momentum.

For anyone who has faced redundancy, fears it, or works with people navigating it, this is an honest and practical conversation about what recovery actually looks like.

Stuart Moffett

Career Transition Professional

Stuart Moffett spent nearly 13 years building his career at a major firm before a sudden downsizing changed everything. His experience navigating redundancy — the shock, the self-doubt, and the eventual rebuild — gives him a uniquely grounded perspective on career resilience. Stuart now works with professionals facing similar transitions, helping them find direction and momentum after unexpected setbacks.