Changing careers at 30, 40 or 50
Changing careers in middle age is common and often successful when you recognise your existing skills and plan the transition in stages. This guide helps you choose a direction and fund the change.
You will need
- Time for self-assessment
- Knowledge of your financial buffer
- Contact with employment services or career guidance
Steps
Work out what is not working in your current job
Separate whether the problem is the field, the workplace, your manager or the content of the work. Sometimes changing jobs is enough without changing your whole field.
List your transferable skills
Research the fields that interest you
Talk to people in the field
Try it before you commit
Choose an education path
Sort out the funding
Make a transition plan
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