10 Tips for a Career Transition

Are you thinking of making a career transition? Here are 10 things to consider before taking the leap:

1. Assess your current situation. On a scale of 1-10, how unhappy are you with the status quo?

2. Imagine the possibilities. What would a new role, field, company, or industry offer? What would you do every Monday at 9am?

3. Think big. Write down 100 (or more) possible career options, including those you dreamed of in the second grade.

4. Identify internal and external blocks. Can you find a way around them? For example, if money is a concern, are there ways to move forward while addressing the challenge?

5. Reflect on what inspires you. What destinations do you want to visit? Who are the people that inspire you and what have they done?

6. Build a support system. Surround yourself with mentors, friends, family, and colleagues who encourage and support you. Making a career change is a team sport.

7. Seek advice from those who have made a similar transition. Learn from their experiences and insights.

8. Break down the process into small projects. Create a spreadsheet to track progress.

9. Remember, you don't have to complete the transition. It's okay to reassess and stay in your current role.

10. Be kind to yourself. Making a career change can be scary. Take deep breaths and approach the transition with compassion.

Bonus tip: Be confident! You've had successes in the past and have proven you can solve problems. A career change is just another set of problems to solve. You got this!

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