The six secrets to a successful career change later in life.
Regardless of what you may think, it’s never too late!
For most of us, being unhappy in our job is one of the single most challenging situations to navigate as an adult. Full time employment often takes up a substantial chunk of our adult lives, can be related to our social network and connections, and is often the sole source of financial income for many of us. So what happens when the career path we have chosen is no longer for us, and how do we overcome the fears and apprehensions around leaving? The good news is, it’s never too late for a fresh start and often it is simply our perception and limiting beliefs that are holding us back from taking the first step. Below are six strategies I have used successfully in the past, and also shared with numerous clients to assist in the transition from stale state to greener pastures later in life (however they can be applied at any age)…
- Be clear about the direction you want to take.
While you might have identified that you want to leave your current role, have you considered what it is exactly you’d like to do next? Stepping from one role to another frivolously can ultimately lead to you looking for another job in the future due to dissatisfaction, lack of fulfillment or purpose. The first step you is to take some time to determine what it is you’d like to do next. Some…
