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How to Switch Careers Even if You Think It's Impossible
Translate what you already have
If finding a new job sounds overwhelming, think practically about how you can insert yourself into an area where you might seem like an outsider.
Knowing how your specific experience translates is key. Knowing the fine details of the job, what it requires, and the company will help you to find a way in. Showing examples of learned new skills proves you're really passionate about that role and will grow into it. Employers find that exciting.
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Common career advice is changing
In the last few years, experts describe the current labor market as "candidate-driven," meaning that job seekers hold more power than employers. This means that you shouldn't ...
Telling your boss you’re looking for another position
- It used to be that when you left a job, you were seen as a traitor. Now companies make efforts to ensure people leave on good terms. They have programs that keep the door open in case employees want to return.
- Not only is there less risk in letting your manager know you're looking, but there may also be upsides. Your boss may want to figure out how to keep you.
- If staying with the company isn't realistic, you may find ways to continue to work with the company. But the conversation may be uncomfortable and be far worse if you suspect your manager won't be understanding.
Staying at a job for at least a year or two
- This conventional wisdom is not always realistic. You may need to relocate because of your spouse's job, for example.
- Staying for only a short term no longer hurt a resume. 32% of employers expect job-jumping. Millennials are especially prone to brief stays at jobs. 70% quit their jobs within two years.
- Gaps in job history are no longer seen as problematic either, but you have to show that your time off wasn't a waste of time.
- However, you should avoid jumping around if you can because of the emotional drain of finding a new place, new friends, and reproving yourself.
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Remote Working
It’s almost hard to imagine now that people would commute 2 hours each way, from home to office and back, hopping buses and trains. Remote working, as discovered by millions recently, has plenty of...
Challenges In Remote Working
Remote working is not without its challenges, with many feeling isolated and unmotivated, being left on their own.
Communication is trickier with colleagues and bosses, and there is a general lack of transparency and chances of overworking.
Tools Of A Good Remote Worker
- Being Tech Savvy: A Good PC/Laptop, the latest tools and software for the job, and a reliable internet connection are a must for most remote working profiles.
- Good Communication Skills: Most of the communication will be written, and one should be able to articulate complex concepts and subtleties while being concise. This link provides a handy guide.
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Make Job Seeking A Constant Thing
We should try and learn every new skill possible and continuously build our personal brand.
Most people start their search for a job after years when they feel they should ...
Your Skill Inventory
- Your skill sets are of no value if no one knows about them, and sometimes we ourselves do not know the value of our unique skills.
- Updating your resume regularly with a clear list of your old and new skills helps you understand and shape yourself for your next adventure.
- It is also a good idea to create a brand for yourself in a specific sector, listing out the relevant skills that are concentrated and leave an impact.
What Makes a Good Resume
The last decade has changed the way a recruiter looks at a profile. You need to constantly update and restructure the content with the market realities and demands.
- A good resume has brevity, action verbs, and skills that fit the job being applied for.
- It helps to have a formal tone while providing hard, countable facts.
- Making use of keywords and familiar buzzwords(corporate lingo) makes finding and selecting easier for the recruiter.