a switch in profession or in type of job, often to a different employer. Career change may be planned as part of the continuing professional development (CPD) or career development processes, or it may be forced on an employee by downsizing, ill-health, or a change in personal circumstance.
Are you facing that career change decision-point? Do you wish you were? Take it slowly and make sure what you really want to do is change careers. Remember that career change is a natural life progression. Most studies show that the average job seeker will change careers several times over...
Anyone can make a career change if they really want to. But to do so, you'll need to know what related skills and experience you bring to the table. And you'll need to know how to sell yourself to a prospective employer. Career change is inevitable... you can count on...
Thinking about a career change is a challenging and often stressful time in a person's life. If this career change you are making was a choice you made on your own, good for you. If the company you worked for has opted to push you out the door, good for...
One of the first steps to take is deciding if career change is really what's necessary. Sometimes employees may assume they're stuck at their jobs with no hope for the future, thinking that changing careers is the only way out. A proper self-analysis is required because making an effort at...
A career change can be riddled with mistakes and ambiguity for many people, even those in mid-career. This, as a consequence, relegates them to where they are despite additions to their job and personal skill sets and the larger market scenario. This paper explains a small but indicative list of...
Are you listening to that little voice in your head telling you how much you dislike your job? If not, you may become angry with those around you, when in fact, you'll be angry at yourself for failing to taking the necessary steps to change your career - or job...
Most of us enter the world of work as employed and soon start to wish that we could change career or be our own boss. It is probably true that after a while a large percentage start dreaming they could work from home or start a home based business, few...
People often come to me saying that they want to change their career but haven't identified what it is they want to do. This can be quite a daunting prospect and can leave you feeling rather helpless if you are in a job you want to get out of but...
Are you going nowhere in your career? If you've decided it's time to change your career completely, this paper explains a new way of changing! Before you jump ship, think about what's been happening in your career. Have you been making little or no progress for some time? Before you...
Changing jobs is nothing unusual, but remember that when choosing this option, one must have an appropriate career plan. Career planning is not an appalling task; you don't have to avoid it or put it off. Career planning can start by providing goals in your current career or even beginning...
People usually look for a new career either when they are bored or when they are looking to do something new. Starting out a new career maybe scary for few people in the beginning, but it promises to be a completely new adventure in the long run. Planning plays an...
If a person is looking for more than just a better job perhaps the person is looking for a more rewarding profession, one that better aligns with skills, interests, values, and plans for the future. But exactly how does a person go about making a career change? It's important to...
Career planning is not an activity that should be done once and then left behind as you move forward in your jobs and careers. Instead, career planning is an activity that is best done on a regular basis. You may already know that the average worker will change careers many...
Are you thinking of a change of career? If you're particular professional skills match the necessities in another more attractive advantageous career, then this maybe the beginning groundwork towards constructing another vocation. Your resume is an addition and expression of you and should exemplify everything you can offer an employer....
The thought of a career change can be stressful, confusing and scary for some. Others seize the chance to make a change for the better, even if it means a shift in income, location, lifestyle or training. Changing to a trade-based career may be an option for people who prefer...
You can prepare to change your career by making up for your lack of experience with education. Consider distance learning as a means for you to go back to school while you continue working. Update your resume to make it look right for your target career employers. Prepare for tough...
How to Stay Stuck in the Wrong Careermid-career change--it's scary, but worthwhileAs someone who made a mid career change, I can vouch for this approach. I was stagnating while trying to figure out what I wanted to be "when I grew up". So I just left, knowing that when I...
Building a Portfolio CareerOthers won't like your portfolio careerAs someone who has had several "careers", I can attest to the fact that others won't make this easy for you. While you may be revelling in this new experience and learning, others are simply trying to figure out what you can...
Changing your career plan is very common and acceptable. You need to know how to cope with these changes and adapt your career plan; you may even need to start a new one. Ready to take the next positive steps in planning your career? This paper explains some suggestions: what...
(8min 12) Ready for a change? Are you at the stage where you think you can get more out of your life? Is your job dragging you down? Well, the good news is it's never too late to change. That's a message from a book by Alison Haynes called "Change:...