Redundancy at Work: How Melissa Muller Turned a Setback into a Thriving New Career

I’ve spoken to countless people over the years who felt crushed when they faced redundancy at work. For many, it’s a moment filled with fear — fear of losing stability, fear of “what now?” But I’ve also seen, time and again, that redundancy can be the very thing that opens the door to a completely new life.

That’s exactly what happened for Melissa Muller, a mum of three from the Gold Coast, Australia. Her story is a powerful reminder that when one chapter closes, another — often better — one is waiting to be written.

Redundancy at Work Can Be the Start of Something New

Melissa spent 25 years in the building industry, with 15 of those years running her own family steel shed company. After stepping back into the 9–5 workforce, she found herself in a role where a boss was looking over her shoulder and her freedom felt limited.

Then came the defining moment: Melissa literally asked the universe for a sign about her career, and just hours later, she was made redundant. Talk about a wake-up call.

She could have let redundancy at work knock her down. Instead, she made a decision — to take her power back and step into something new.

Melissa Muller enjoying time in nature — one of the freedoms she’s gained since leaving the 9–5 grind and building her Prosperity Of Life business.

Rethinking the Redundancy Plan

Most people look at a redundancy plan as simply a payout, some savings, and maybe a buffer until the next job. Melissa knew that wasn’t enough. She wanted more than a temporary solution — she wanted long-term freedom and purpose.

That’s when she found Prosperity Of Life. With our award-winning personal development programs and a business model designed for flexibility, Melissa saw not just a way to make money, but a way to rebuild her confidence, her lifestyle, and her future.

“At first, it was about replacing income,” she told me. “But then my business went from my head to my heart. I realised it wasn’t just about the money — it was about helping others find balance too.”

Living the good life out on the water 🚤✨ A business that goes wherever the laptop goes means saying yes to moments like this.

Breakthrough Results

Melissa threw herself into personal development and the process of building her business — and the results speak volumes. By aligning with a high-ticket, high-profit model, she consistently earns between $2,000 and $8,000 per sale.

She’s achieved as much as $30,000 in a single month, a milestone that would have taken her more than six months to reach in her old career.

But beyond the numbers, the real breakthrough has been in who Melissa has become. Through personal development, she’s rebuilt her confidence, expanded her vision, and created a business that supports her values. Now, she spends her days on her terms — from quality time with her kids, to volunteering at Volunteer Marine Rescue, to enjoying the freedom of running a business from anywhere.

That’s what a true redundancy plan looks like.

Up in the air 🚁🙌 Talk about a different kind of office view! Freedom means swapping the daily commute for once-in-a-lifetime adventures.

Lessons from Melissa’s Journey

Melissa’s story is one I share often because it’s packed with lessons for anyone facing redundancy at work:

• See it as a beginning, not an ending.

• Think bigger than payouts. A true redundancy plan is about designing a future, not just buying time.

• Back yourself with personal growth. That’s what gave Melissa her resilience and confidence.

• Be willing to pivot. Sometimes the greatest opportunities come disguised as setbacks.

  
  

Turning a Setback into a Comeback

Melissa Muller’s story shows exactly what’s possible when you refuse to let redundancy define you. Instead of letting it hold her back, she used it as a launchpad into a business and a lifestyle she loves.

And I can tell you this: she’s just getting started.

If you’re facing redundancy at work right now, I encourage you to look at it differently. Your redundancy plan could be more than financial security — it could be the roadmap to the freedom, flexibility, and purpose you’ve been searching for.

— Rachel Krider