Feeling stuck in your career and want to make a change into a new role, company or industry? As a career coach, for over 20 years I've guided mid-career professionals through successful transitions, and here are 5 tips to help you navigate your career change too. 1️⃣ First, 𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄𝗹𝗲𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 ♥️ It's completely normal to feel apprehensive about change, especially after specialising in one area for so long. With years of experience, you will have developed many skills and experiences that are valuable and can be transferable. 2️⃣ Start by 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 🧭 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 What excites you? What do you enjoy doing outside of work? Sometimes, our hobbies and interests can point us toward fulfilling career paths we hadn't considered. 3️⃣ Next, 𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝘀𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 🙋🏼 Reflect on your current role and list the skills you've developed over the years. Communication, leadership, project management—these are all assets that can be applied in various fields. 4️⃣ 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 Connect with professionals in the 🧑🏻🏫🧑🏽🍳 industries 👩⚖️👨🏻🔬🕵🏼 you want to explore. Attend events, join groups, and don't hesitate to ask for informational interviews. Most people are willing to share their experiences and insights (and are flattered to be asked!) 😊 5️⃣ Lastly, 𝗯𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 🕰️ 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳. Career transitions take time and effort, but with determination and the right support, you can find a job that brings you joy and fulfilment. If you're feeling overwhelmed, as mentioned first, acknowledge your feelings and know that it is ok to take one step at a time. Let’s have an exploratory 15-minute chat and find out how I can help you www.janejacksoncoach.com #careercoach #careers #jobseekers #careerchangecoach #sydneycareercoach #janejackson
The first point is often difficult for many who are forced to have a look around due to leadership changes, restructuring, layoffs and other circumstances.
Understanding how valuable and transferable your skills are can help you focus on other areas. My procurement expertise helped immensely with the Boxing championships.
Sometimes we dont realise what we have - we are too close. It takes someone else to put our skills into perspective
Useful tips
Fab tips! And we can't underestimate the impact of a powerful network. Thanks Jane 👏
Great advice (as usual), Jane Jackson!
These are excellent tips for anyone considering a career change. I especially appreciate the emphasis on recognizing transferable skills and exploring passions.
So much to celebrate when working towards a change in career with these tips!
Love these helpful tips, Jane! Navigating a career change can be overwhelming.
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