Thinking about changing careers? There are many tell-tale signs that may lead you to believe that you should start a new career. For example, if you feel unhappy at work, unmotivated, unappreciated, stressed, or bored, that means it's probably time to quit your current job and start something new.
Changing careers can be a scary thought. Not only will you be starting a new profession in a brand new field, but you'll probably start off in an entry level position, which means you may make less money in comparison to your current position. And what if you end up not liking the new job that you've taken? All of these risk factors are why many professionals choose to stay at their current job, even if it makes them miserable.
At Liberty Staffing, we believe that you shouldn't settle. If you want to make a career change, you should! We would like to provide you with some tips to help you make a successful career change.
1. Identify Your Passion
Most people in the working world do not know what their ideal career would be. Instead, because of financial strains and bills to pay, most professionals grab the first job that comes their way. This is where the difference of "job" versus "career" comes into play. A job is something that you are required to do, not because you want to, but because you financially have to. A career is work that you are passionate about. If you're looking to make a career change, you may be someone who has realized that the position that you're currently in is a job and not a career. So identify your passion. A passion is usually something that you like to do as a hobby. For example, do you like cars? Perhaps working in the automotive industry would suit you better.
2. Do Your Research
Once you've decided what career you would like to pursue, do some research. How much money can you expect to earn with this new position? What are the hours typically like? Does your new career path require you to go back to school to become qualified for the position? Do employers normally hire for this type of position, or is it a niche market? Consider all of these factors to make a true decision.
3. Have Your Cover Letter and Resume Ready
A great career opportunity could come at any moment. Make sure to have your cover letter and resume ready to go. Update your resume with any transferable information that relates to the new position that you are looking to apply to. There's nothing worse having your dream job come along and you have to scramble to update or create a new cover letter/resume.
4. Ask Others in the Profession
Do you know of anyone working in the field of the career that you're interested in? Ask them how they like it! Do they enjoy what they do? What is the most challenging part of their job? What projects are they currently working on? Getting reviews first-hand from professionals in the industry is ideal, and can help you a lot in making your decision.
LinkedIn is great tool to use for connecting with professionals in the industry. Simply search for professionals in your network with similar job titles, and ask if you could pick their brain.
5. Connect with a Staffing Agency
Lastly, but certainly not least, be sure to connect with a staffing agency like Liberty Staffing. Staffing agencies are great because if you're unsure about what career path you should take, you can try out different temporary jobs in a variety of fields while earning a paycheque. It's a win-win, risk-free situation. Not only that, but Liberty Staffing also offers permanent work. So if you know what career you'd like to pursue and you're ready to settle in, simply apply with us and we can connect you with a great job in your field.
Ready to make a career change? Contact Liberty Staffing today!
