No matter what point you’re at in life, changing careers can be both terrifying and exhilarating all at once. From stress and fear to self-satisfaction and living your passion your emotions run the gamut when it comes to making a change – and changing careers is no different. If you’re thinking it’s about time to take the plunge, check out this advice for women changing careers and get to it!
Need A Change? Loren Ridinger Offers Career Advice
- Be persistent. Even if friends and coworkers think you’re out of your mind for pursuing your passion – push through and prove them wrong.
- Understand the full scope of the new career. In a nutshell, don’t make a change without gathering all the facts – ease your own anxiety by knowing exactly what to expect.
- Set small goals. Whatever it takes to launch a new career – break down the big picture into smaller attainable goals.
- Face your fears about the new career. It’s ok to be a little scared – something new can be intimidating! But how will you know if you don’t try?
- Network! Making a major career change means it’s time to get out there and build relationships and find that new opportunity.
How about you – have you ever made a major change at work? Do you have any advice for women changing careers?
