Testing the 'Everything Happens for a Reason' Theory

My biggest career plot twist yet, and what I’m doing next.

Dear Reader,

Well, here we go.

It feels wild to say, but after almost six solid years at Klick, my chapter has officially come to a close. And yes, it’s a transition filled with (as usual) a ridiculous amount of feelings. There’s the low hum of uncertainty, a big wave of nostalgia, a dash of confusion, and a lot of pride for the work we pulled off.

Over my years, I had a few roles, and that meant I got to try many things and meet a LOT of people very quickly. I landed as the first dedicated social person for the agency, and as with most social roles, I was sometimes a team of one, but it never truly felt like that. How many people can say they live-tweeted a Barack Obama chat (with a bunch of approval hurdles, of course, and only a select photo to use) from the Brooklyn Navy Yard? Not many!

But if one feeling is going to stick out, it has to be gratitude for the truly incredible people I got to walk alongside. And dance, lots of dancing.

But let’s get to the main event. This change, even if it wasn’t on my personal calendar, aligns perfectly with my true, slightly stubborn spirit of believing that everything happens for a reason.

At least, that’s what I tell myself

I’m not talking about some woo-woo, passive destiny. I mean that sometimes, you need a massive, external nudge to stop building the comfortable house you’re in and realize you were supposed to be building a completely different kind of lighthouse. This closure is the ultimate, non-negotiable nudge—the reason I now have the time to stop, breathe, and actually figure out what the next act needs to look like.

Six years is a long time. It’s enough time to learn how to walk through walls (metaphorically, mostly), enough time to meet people who genuinely change your perspective, and enough time to build a professional foundation so solid that when you leap, you know the landing is possible. Even if you have to convince yourself of that often.

The gratitude I mentioned isn’t just a polite footnote; it’s the honest recognition that the reason I could even contemplate going freelance (even for just a bit of time) now is because I finally believe in the skills I spent years building.

While I still carry a bit of that classic imposter syndrome, which certainly spiked up during the last week or so, even though I thought I had conquered it. The change, the growth, and the ability to confidently say I can do this? That’s all mine. I’m entirely self-taught and spent those years honing my craft, turning opportunities into expertise. I walked in, I grew, and I walked out ready. All that hard-won knowledge is the fuel for this upcoming adventure, and it’s a tank I filled up myself.

This shift is, beautifully and terrifyingly, the perfect opportunity to carve out some dedicated space for me, and finally think about what I want to do next.

Step One: Don’t Rush

I’m the kind of person who needs momentum, and the corporate engine tends to run at 100 mph. When you’re constantly running, it’s impossible to stop and ask, Wait, am I even running in the right direction? This change has mercifully forced that pause. I’ve been in a similar position before, and last time I rushed into jobs that were a slight fit, but absolutely horrible for my mental health. I’m not saying I’ve gotten much wiser with age, but I at least know I should, and will, take a little pause this time.

So, for the rest of 2025, the plan is simple: I’m excited (and yes, a little hesitant, but when am I not with any sort of major life change?) to be pouring my energy into the freelance world, specifically writing and social media/influencer marketing. I already work with some amazing clients, and now I just have a little more energy to give which I think can only lead to great things.

This is my season of musing, rambling, and putting my own voice first. It’s not a full plan, or a long-term one; it’s a focused mission to confirm that this is the kind of work that lights up my brain. What can leave me feeling more full, versus drained, kind of thing. It’s hard to find and not always practical, but I’m going to at least try it out as the year winds down.

Ultimately, this time is necessary for what comes next. I’ll be testing, learning, and planning my next big professional adventure for 2026. But I want it to be an intentional move, if I can help it.

The whole ‘everything happens for a reason’ idea really boils down to this: When one door slams shut, you realize that the reason was to redirect you to the door that actually leads to your happiness. The universe gave me the sudden conflict my story needed, and now I get to sit down and write the development and resolution exactly how I want it. We all know I love a plot twist, right?

The pen is back in my hand. Let the rambling begin.

Until the next chapter,

PS - if you reply to this email (or any) I can email you back! Just in case you want to chat :)

📚 What I’m reading: I am about to have a lot more energy I think, so I gather this list is going to grow quite quickly but right now I’m at a reasonable two:

🎶 What I’m listening to: Still obsessed with every single song this woman has released! Not sure why I can’t display the playlist this issue, but highly reco giving it a listen.

📆 What’s up next for me: I’ll share more details next time I appear in your inbox, but in the meantime…you should probably check out madkind.