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One area I specialize in─changing careers. Some of my clients’ have worked at the same job for thirty years and want to make a change. If you’re thinking about following your passion, changing professions, or starting over, here are a few things that can help you decide if the time is now.
How to Know When It’s Time to Make a Change
If you find yourself asking if it’s time to make a change, it’s probably time to make a change.
If you find yourself asking if it’s time to make a change, it’s probably time to make a change.
The first step in making a change is identifying the reason or reasons why you are considering a change.
Ask yourself whether the reasons for the change are temporary or something that is likely to permanently impact your current position.
Figure out whether you just need to change companies or if you need to change your entire career.
If you’ve decided it’s time to make a change, make a plan for what you want to do next before you take any action.
Inventory your accomplishments and what you have to offer another company or in a different career path.
Consider if you need additional skills, education, or training in order to make a successful job or career change. Investigate how to acquire what you need before you make the change.
Don’t burn the bridge at your current job. Give ample notice and offer to train your replacement.
Get your financial house in order before you take action on your job or career change. Stockpile cash to help you during the transition.
Make sure you are moving toward something you want, rather than just running away from something you don’t like.
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Jennifer Owenby offers her combined expertise as a recruiter along with training as a professional resume writer. Please visit ONB Professional Resume and LinkedIn Services for additional information and scheduling an appointment.