Let\u2019s get started. Here\u2019s why now could be a good time to make your career move and how to start planning.<\/p>\n\n\n
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Trying times encourage us to try new things, because stress shows us clearly what works and what\u2019s broken. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
In some cases, whole industries have shown how vulnerable they are, and workers are responding by getting out. Since the pandemic began, 63% of laid-off workers have moved to different industries<\/a>. Four percent have changed their whole career path.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFor lots of people who still have jobs, the combination of always-on remote work and always-on caregiving at home has become a slog. For others, the workday risk of infection is a stressor. The need to make things work better may be why 61% of women are now planning a 'complete pivot'\u009d of their careers<\/a> and 25% are planning to start their own business. <\/p>\n\n\n\nDecide what you want from your next career <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
When you\u2019re fed up, looking for a job or bored with your work, it\u2019s easy to say what you don\u2019t want in your new career or next job. Getting clear on what you do want is harder, but to do work you love, you first need to know what that work looks like.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nYour new career: the big picture<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
You know how every company has a mission statement<\/strong>-a sentence or two that outlines what they do? You need one for your career switch, too. <\/p>\n\n\n\nFor example, if you\u2019re a computer engineer who wants to work on climate change issues, your mission statement could be something like, 'I help create solutions to improve our climate.'\u009d Or if you\u2019re a teacher who wants to move into digital marketing, your mission statement might be, 'I help clients reach their audiences online.'\u009d <\/p>\n\n\n\n
A simple statement like this will help you stay focused, and it\u2019s not so detailed that you have to spend hours agonizing over it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
After you write your mission statement, think about the role you want<\/strong>: <\/p>\n\n\n\n- Entrepreneur<\/strong>: You want to build your own business and you\u2019re eager to learn everything you need to know to make it happen. <\/li>
- Leader<\/strong>: You know how to run a team, bring out the best in people and achieve big goals. <\/li>
- Contributor<\/strong>: You work best as part of a team and you\u2019re not interested in climbing the ladder or going it alone.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Combining your mission statement and ideal role gives some shape to your career plan: Maybe you want to work as a green energy engineer who contributes to a team. Maybe you want to start a digital marketing business. Whatever your plan looks like, it\u2019s time to add a few details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Your new career: the practical stuff<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The big picture is important, but what will the day-to-day little pictures look like? Answering these questions can help you start sketching in the details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- What kinds of tasks do you like doing most?<\/strong> For example, if you enjoy helping people learn new things and want a career in cybersecurity, you might want a role in employee security awareness training, cybersecurity curriculum development or security consulting for businesses.<\/li>
- What kind of interactions do you like to have with people?<\/strong> Do you thrive on in-person meetings and events, or do you do your best work on your own? <\/li>
- Do you want a flexible work schedule or predictable hours?<\/strong> Look for employers who are serious about flexibility or consider starting your own business if you must have some control over your schedule. <\/li>
- Can you work remotely, or would you rather go to an office?<\/strong> More employers are going remote permanently, which is great if that\u2019s what you want. If you\u2019re a commuter at heart, you\u2019ll want to focus on employers that give you that option.<\/li>
- What kind of income do you need? <\/strong>A rewarding career is most rewarding when you can pay the bills, handle emergencies, save for your future and have some fun along the way. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Take some time to think these questions over and imagine what your days might be like. Once you have a general idea of how you\u2019d like your workdays to go, it\u2019s time to do some homework.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Find out what you need to know<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Whether you want to start a new career as a gluten-free baker, a licensed vocational nurse or a web developer, you need to know what to expect and how to get ready. For example: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Are there educational or certification requirements for your new career? If you don\u2019t have them, don\u2019t worry. Right now, you\u2019re just gathering information.<\/li>
- What\u2019s the job outlook for this career? Is it in a field that\u2019s growing or one that\u2019s in decline?<\/li>
- What\u2019s the pay range? Does it match what you want?<\/li>
- What are some similar jobs? Take a look and see if they could be a good fit, too.<\/li>
- Are there opportunities in your area? If not, are you willing to move?<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n
For just about any job, you can find the answers to these basic questions with a quick search in the U.S. Occupational Outlook Handbook<\/a>. You\u2019ll find detailed information and up-to-date numbers to help you firm up your plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\nOK, but what if your dream career requires a degree or training you don\u2019t have yet? Stay tuned. We\u2019re going to look at ways to get the skills you need without taking on a bunch of debt in an upcoming post. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/a><\/span>Shared Hosting<\/a><\/li><\/a><\/span>Website Builder<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\nChange is the new normal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Trying times encourage us to try new things, because stress shows us clearly what works and what\u2019s broken. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
In some cases, whole industries have shown how vulnerable they are, and workers are responding by getting out. Since the pandemic began, 63% of laid-off workers have moved to different industries<\/a>. Four percent have changed their whole career path.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For lots of people who still have jobs, the combination of always-on remote work and always-on caregiving at home has become a slog. For others, the workday risk of infection is a stressor. The need to make things work better may be why 61% of women are now planning a 'complete pivot'\u009d of their careers<\/a> and 25% are planning to start their own business. <\/p>\n\n\n\n When you\u2019re fed up, looking for a job or bored with your work, it\u2019s easy to say what you don\u2019t want in your new career or next job. Getting clear on what you do want is harder, but to do work you love, you first need to know what that work looks like.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n You know how every company has a mission statement<\/strong>-a sentence or two that outlines what they do? You need one for your career switch, too. <\/p>\n\n\n\n For example, if you\u2019re a computer engineer who wants to work on climate change issues, your mission statement could be something like, 'I help create solutions to improve our climate.'\u009d Or if you\u2019re a teacher who wants to move into digital marketing, your mission statement might be, 'I help clients reach their audiences online.'\u009d <\/p>\n\n\n\n A simple statement like this will help you stay focused, and it\u2019s not so detailed that you have to spend hours agonizing over it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n After you write your mission statement, think about the role you want<\/strong>: <\/p>\n\n\n\n Combining your mission statement and ideal role gives some shape to your career plan: Maybe you want to work as a green energy engineer who contributes to a team. Maybe you want to start a digital marketing business. Whatever your plan looks like, it\u2019s time to add a few details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The big picture is important, but what will the day-to-day little pictures look like? Answering these questions can help you start sketching in the details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Take some time to think these questions over and imagine what your days might be like. Once you have a general idea of how you\u2019d like your workdays to go, it\u2019s time to do some homework.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Whether you want to start a new career as a gluten-free baker, a licensed vocational nurse or a web developer, you need to know what to expect and how to get ready. For example: <\/p>\n\n\n\n For just about any job, you can find the answers to these basic questions with a quick search in the U.S. Occupational Outlook Handbook<\/a>. You\u2019ll find detailed information and up-to-date numbers to help you firm up your plans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n OK, but what if your dream career requires a degree or training you don\u2019t have yet? Stay tuned. We\u2019re going to look at ways to get the skills you need without taking on a bunch of debt in an upcoming post. <\/p>\n\n\n\nDecide what you want from your next career <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Your new career: the big picture<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Your new career: the practical stuff<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Find out what you need to know<\/h2>\n\n\n\n