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Saisha
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... that will support your transition.
Do solid research and explore your desired change with your accountant and financial consultant and experts in that career, to understand clearly, without emotion, the financial requirements necessary to support you through what can be years of transition. If there’s no money available, wait until you can access some.
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Max Johnston
@maxjston
Focus on you first as the foundation. Your beliefs, attitude, and energy will determine your success. Spend time building up your confidence.
Your resume is a marketing document, not an autobiography that details every past role and responsibility. Your objective it trying to prompt a purchase decision, which is to invite you in for an interview.
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Parv Mangal
@parv_m12
Keep a journal of your daily reactions to your job situation and look for recurring themes.
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Review past successful roles, volunteer work, projects and jobs to identify preferred activities and skills.
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Alfie Easton
@aeaston
Carefully evaluate your individual strengths, lifestyle preferences, passions, work style, and financial needs.
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Internships and part-time jobs are an excellent way to sample a field of interest.
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