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Career Change - Common Mistakes To Avoid

By Roy Carter

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Published: 11Nov2009
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Making a complete career change, whatever the reason, is a really big undertaking that can have huge ramifications in your life if you don't take the time to think things through. Jumping too quickly can result in more uncertainty in your life than you're feeling right now, so it's important to avoid making a few common mistakes.

First, have a plan. Without one, you could end up adrift.

Consider the following aspects: - Strategies - Finances - Research - Education & Training

Without a plan, you might take the first job offer that comes along, whether it is a good fit for you or not. Don't make the mistake of confusing disliking your last job with disliking your career choice. Take the time to analyze whether it is the job, another employee, or your boss that is making you consider a complete change, or whether it's the career, the skills necessary to do the job, or the work that you dislike.

The same goes with if you were feeling bored; review whether it is the job, the employer, or the career. If you have honestly answered these questions and have decided that a complete change is what you need then you will need an achievable plan for finding that new career.

Many people make career changes based solely on the prospect of making more money or because of better benefits. This, too, can be a mistake. Certain career fields are very alluring but be careful of switching careers because of the dollar signs. Remember the research! A new venture that's hot today could be gone tomorrow, so dig deeper if this is the only reason you want a change.

Bounce new ideas off of family and friends. Any networking is good. Sell yourself where-ever you are and feel confident in the knowledge that you have something worthwhile and of value to offer someone and that they will be very lucky to employ you. A positive attitude has huge pulling power to anyone on the lookout for staff, business partners or even someone to invest in.

Do some self-reflecting and assessment. Consider what you would really like to do and what you really would not. Keep it real. There is nothing wrong with stretching your boundaries. This is in fact to be applauded as long as it is achievable within the limits of the full picture i.e. openings, opportunities, money restraints, family commitments.

Spread your net as wide as possible. Your family and friends have contacts. Tell the people in the bank, in the garage, in the flower shop, at the bakers and newsagents. Tell the hairdresser, everyone at the gym or sports hall. This is the way of the world. Don't keep it a secret!

A career change can be just the boost you long for. Click the links below for sound advice on career change ideas , writing compelling C.V.'s and Resumes together with advice for Career Change 50 plus . 'You never get a second chance to create a first impression'.

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