Do you feel stuck in your current position? Do you frequently daydream about choosing a more satisfying career? Ouch, you may be posed with a zillion questions. Am I happy with what I do? Why should I quit this to work in a new space? How soon should I stop to avoid regretting later? What is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life? Poet Mary Oliver's timeless words strike a chord, especially while you ponder over a career switch. Let's explore how you can successfully switch industries and stay relevant in your new job path.

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Rutvi Dattani
How to successfully
navigate a career
change
OCTOBER 11, 2023
Aiming for a career transition? Here's how you can
successfully switch industries and stay relevant in your
new job path.

2. Table
of
Content
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Overview
04
Is it bad to switch
careers?
05
How soon is too soon
for a career transition?
16
There are no shortcuts!
07
How to change careers
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What to do after your
career switch?
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Frequently asked
questions

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OVERVIEW
Do you feel stuck in your current position? Do you
frequently daydream about choosing a more
satisfying career? Ouch, you may be posed with a
zillion questions. Am I happy with what I do? Why
should I quit this to work in a new space? How soon
should I stop to avoid regretting later?
What is it you plan to do with your one wild and
precious life?
Poet Mary Oliver's timeless words strike a chord,
especially while you ponder over a career switch.

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IS IT BAD TO SWITCH CAREERS?
Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon, told his boss that he wanted to
sell books online when considering leaving his lucrative hedge fund
job. Bezos had earlier discussed the power of internet with him, but
this was the first time he thought of quitting his job to start his own
business.
His boss was startled to learn that someone would leave a highly
sought-after investing job to build from scratch with too many
unanswered questions. Although Bezos managed to convince him
about the idea, his boss added that risk-taking would be desirable for
someone who had nothing to lose.
Bezos came up with the regret minimization framework. He pondered
whether he would regret trying to construct something and failing
when he was 80 years old or not trying at all. He understood that
giving up would make him miserable every day.
Your inner voice whispering that you could do more, be more,
experience more, and achieve more is what you should listen for
when you sense this urge for change. It may not be tied to a fancier
title or more money but for your own fulfillment and gratification.

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HOW SOON IS TOO SOON FOR A CAREER
TRANSITION?
Ask yourself why you wish to leave your current position. Is it just the
work culture weighing you down or the desire to start something new
and grow exponentially? It's essential to be brutally honest with
yourself and think plans through.
WHY (DO YOU WANT TO CHANGE)?
If you don't know where you are, it's impossible to know where you're
going! Asking yourself these questions will effectively help you self-
evaluate.
WHAT (DO YOU WANT TO DO)?
Career transitions, undeniably, involve more than just changing a
course. A career change is a lifestyle overhaul that includes re-
evaluating your daily activities, time priorities, and whether these
align with your long-term objectives. That is the reason you must
evaluate the why, what, and when before quitting your job.

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HOW SOON IS TOO SOON FOR A CAREER
TRANSITION?
If a career change is an urgent and pressing need, you must know
that a transition may take time. Be prepared for several rejections. If
you desperately aspire for change, know there are no shortcuts.
Career change at 30 is easier than career change at 50! You can
easily afford to begin as a fresher or learn something new in your 20s
or 30s. After stabilizing in an industry with substantial experience and
expertise, a transition will require strong-headedness and a positive
attitude towards learning.
WHEN (WILL THE CHANGE HAPPEN)?

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HOW TO CHANGE CAREERS

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HOW TO CHANGE CAREERS
Discovering your transferable skills is the first step towards spurring
your career transition. These skills can often be useful in various
settings and directly or indirectly intersect with your target industry.
Think about the skills you've acquired in your job, such as leadership,
communication, project management, and problem-solving, and their
potential to contribute to your desired field of interest.
STEP 1: KICKSTART WITH ASSESSING
YOUR TRANSFERABLE SKILLS
Create a list of potential job choices that are compatible with your
values, interests, and skills. Think of professions that have always
piqued your interest.
Spend time researching your target industry before taking the
plunge. Learn about current trends, in-demand skills, and the overall
landscape. Read industry publications, participate in relevant
conferences, and connect with experts in the field. You can shape
your job search strategy in accordance with your goals, identify
knowledge gaps, and begin working in that direction.
STEP 2: CONDUCT IN-DEPTH RESEARCH

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HOW TO CHANGE CAREERS
Networking is an asset, especially when changing industries. Connect
with your past coworkers, mentors, or industry professionals who can
provide advice and assistance as you search for your next position.
Contact like-minded individuals and learn about career prospects by
joining professional associations and online forums.
Be proactive in building and maintaining connections with your
network since they can provide valuable guidance and referrals as
you consider a career shift.
Attend industry events, workshops, and conferences to expand your
network and gain insight into the field and the job market.
STEP 3: UTILIZE OPPORTUNITIES FOR
NETWORKING

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HOW TO CHANGE CAREERS
After conducting industry research and determining the skills and
knowledge gaps you must fill to transition successfully, obtain the
necessary qualifications. Consider enrolling in courses, attending
workshops, or taking certification courses to upskill. Wide-ranging
materials are available on online learning platforms and can be
heavily capitalized on for a successful career change.
When finding a new career, you can also look for opportunities to
volunteer or work on side projects in your target industry to
demonstrate your commitment while gaining hands-on experience.
STEP 4: UPSKILL AND FILL KNOWLEDGE
GAPS

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HOW TO CHANGE CAREERS
As a job seeker aiming for a career shift, creating a CV and cover
letter is essential to the skills and experiences you want to
emphasize. Highlight the transferable skills you identified and show
how your prior experiences make you a stronger contender for the
position you are looking for.
Navigating through the job search process, you can upload your CV
on JobTatkal and use its CV enhancement feature to ensure that your
application successfully communicates your worth and suitability for
the job.
You may also consider asking career coaches or mentors for advice
and practice responding intelligently to common interview questions
that are relevant to the new job path. Use industry-specific keywords
and jargon to catch recruiting managers' attention and express your
excitement for the new stint.
STEP 5: TAILOR YOUR CV AND PREP FOR
INTERVIEWS

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HOW TO CHANGE CAREERS
Remember William Langland said,
Patience is a virtue.
You may believe that making bold moves is the only way to advance
as an ambitious professional. You aren't getting any younger, so you
might want to reach "success" as soon as possible.
Making significant adjustments, though, can be intimidating and
overwhelming. You might feel numb and stuck due to your fear of
failing and the uncertainty attached.
Small steps can gradually add up to the substantial professional
changes you want. Instead of concentrating only on getting your
ideal job immediately, consider breaking down your professional
goals into smaller, more doable milestones. You can gradually modify
your career path in the long term by practicing patience and strategic
thinking.
PATIENCE AND PERSEVERANCE IS THE
KEY

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WHAT TO DO AFTER YOUR CAREER
SWITCH?
Transitions demand the unwrapping of layers one at a time. They are
intricate and typically have more to them than what we see. After
starting a new career, you must do more to adapt and make a
meaningful contribution to the new industry.

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WHAT TO DO AFTER YOUR CAREER
SWITCH?
You might need to do a slight personal rebranding after landing your
dream job. As a new joiner, you must proactively add value to the
organization with your prior job learnings and experiences. You must
effectively communicate your ideas and your growth trajectory at the
new organization to your employers.
REBRAND YOURSELF
There may be challenges and failures involved in navigating your new
job path. Accept flexibility and resiliency as you face challenges and
take lessons from them. Focus on your work goals by maintaining a
positive attitude and being receptive to feedback and constructive
criticism.
EMBRACE CONTINUOUS LEARNING

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WHAT TO DO AFTER YOUR CAREER
SWITCH?
A commendable human attribute is the ability to feel comfortable with
a certain amount of fear. Fear is inescapable to some extent, as is
change. While there are valid reasons to be nervous about changing
career paths, your own fear can often be the largest roadblock.
It's natural to give in to these feelings of uncertainty and fear and
convince ourselves that refusing to grow is the prudent and mature
course of action when, in reality, we are giving ourselves a free pass.
A growth attitude in the face of challenges and a dedication to
ongoing learning are necessary for making a career change.
DON'T LET FEAR DICTATE YOU

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THERE ARE NO SHORTCUTS!
Success does not come easily. Instead, it comes from a series of
conscious actions that advance you closer to your objectives over
time. Small changes might eventually build up to a significant
transition, regardless of your location, industry, organization, role, or
job.
Consider making small, planned movements to create a stronger,
more sustainable foundation for your upcoming career transition
rather than a quick, catastrophic move. Kickstart your career change
journey by uploading your CV at JobTatkal.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1) WHAT ARE THE 4 P'S OF CAREER PLANNING?
A dream job is completely attainable if we focus on the things that make
us happy. Every professional should consider the following four factors
when searching for their ideal position: the people, the purpose, the
product, and the potential.
2) HOW DO I BEGIN A CAREER TRANSITION?
Assess your motivation and goals before considering a job change.
Think about your motivation for changing careers and the goals you
have for it. Determine your qualities, transferable skills, and areas of
interest that are relevant to the field or position you're exploring.
The subsequent stages in your career change will be built on an
understanding of your driving forces and the setting of specific goals.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
3) WHAT IS THE MOST IMPORTANT STEP IN THE CAREER PLANNING
PROCESS?
The key step in the career planning process is developing an action
plan. Staying focused to reach your goal requires you to chart an
elaborate flow of your actions. You must define specific roles and tasks
in order to accomplish this. There should be short-, medium-, and long-
term objectives in your plan.
4) WHICH IS MOST OFTEN A CAUSE FOR A CHANGE IN CAREER OR
LIFESTYLE?
Reasons for career change include personal growth, better
compensation, changing interests, job-security, work-life balance,
evolving trends, and industry work culture.
5)HOW TO WRITE A RESUME FOR A CAREER CHANGE
Pick the resume format that works best for you.
Explain in your resume aim or summary how your prior experience
will assist you succeed in the current position.
Add appropriate keywords, particularly those that can be found in
the job description.
To each job you're applying for, customize your resume for a career
shift.

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