Lara Callender Hogan · Lara Hogan
articleplaybookFind a new role - worksheet
22 June 2026People
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About Lara Callender HoganAlmost everybody I know is doing some math on longevity in their current role. Whether it’s moral math (should I go work for a place that’s doing more good in the world, despite it being less money?), retirement math (can I go all-in at an AI corp and retire early?) or figuring out a backup plan (our jobs are all going away, have you heard?), it can feel near-impossible to make decisions about what you want to do next. Six years ago, I built a worksheet for this! It’s here to help you identify: what do I want in a new role? How can I make sure I find the right place? Where do I even start? When I coach those who are considering job and role changes, I ask them to make four lists: MUST-haves. These are the non-negotiables. This list will be unique to you, your current context, and what you need going forward. If you’d take a job that didn’t have one of the things in this list, then it…
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Apollo layer
What a founder can learn
Founder takeaway
Before changing roles—or redefining your role as founder—write down your true non-negotiables first. Evaluate options against those criteria rather than letting compensation, fear, or urgency make the decision for you.
Why it matters
Founders often postpone role decisions until stress forces a rushed choice. Explicit criteria create a clearer filter for deciding whether to stay, redesign responsibilities, pursue a new opportunity, or build a backup plan.