FRESH PERSPECTIVEs

Insights from the intersection of psychology, systems thinking, and lived experience — to help you adapt, grow, and thrive.

Fresh Perspectives shares reflections, strategies, and science-informed insights for navigating the changing world of work. Written by Stephanie McFarlane — I/O Psychology-informed coach and former engineer — each post offers grounded guidance for those facing change, reinvention, or growth.

“You don’t have to go through change alone. You can rebuild — with purpose, with clarity and with support.”

- Stephanie McFarlane

At Wayfound, we believe that change is not just a strategy — it’s a human experience.

Fresh Perspectives offers insight for navigating personal and organizational transformation with clarity, courage, and care. These articles draw from I/O Psychology, systems thinking, and lived experience to help you — and your team — adapt, grow, and thrive.

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When Your Role Disappears, So Does the Story You Told Yourself

What happens when your job title vanishes, and so does the version of you that wore it?


In the quiet after a layoff, it’s not just income we lose — it’s identity, confidence, and a sense of place in the world. This article explores the hidden psychological toll of role loss and offers a grounded reflection for rebuilding from the inside out.

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