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How many of you are really satisfied with your present employment? It
has often been noticed that working professionals take up a job thinking
that they will make a successful career out of it. However, very often
things don’t go as planned. The going gets tough when there is
dissatisfaction in the present job which forces individuals to switch
jobs and change career paths.
Let's look at the common reasons why people want to change careers –
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Dead end job
/ no scope for advancement
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Dissatisfaction and unhappiness
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Realisation
that this is the wrong career choice
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Being at bad
terms with the boss
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Getting laid
off
Whatever be
the reason, it is always recommended to plan your career move with a
clear head and a focused thinking.
First Things First
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Think about
what it is you want to change – your career field or your current
position and job profile.
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Do you have
a dream career? What are your chances of doing well in it?
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Do you have
the necessary skills to move on to a completely new career / occupation?
If not, are there any courses you should pursue to improve your future
prospects?
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Within your
own career field, is there a different role that you would like to take
up? Are you skilled to handle such a role ?
Make sure to
research the job market and find out the current situation / job
prospects in case you do decide to change your career. Talk to people
who are in other careers to know about the future prospects.
Once you are clear and confident about the path you would like to
choose, take the first step towards a brand new career and plenty of new
opportunities to grow and excel.
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