New Career Ideas

Dare to Be Different

Would you dare to be different? Perhaps you are considering a career change, but haven’t decided exactly what you want to do. Have you ever though about doing something entirely different?

You don’t necessarily have to opt for a completely different lifestyle, just take a little time out to follow a different path, possibly doing something you always wanted to do, but never had the chance. Six months or a year off won’t necessarily be too disruptive in terms of your career. So why not take an adult gap year, to get out there and experience something new. Think about taking a sabbatical, even if it’s unusual or unheard of in your line of work. Decide what you’d like to do and then ask if you can have the time off. You might be surprised and get the go-ahead. And of course you might not, but you won’t know for sure unless you ask. Read more…

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New Year New Career

As the New Year approaches, many people decide it’s finally time for a change of career.

How many times have you said that this year will be the one when your life finally takes off? And like so many New Year Resolutions, it was quickly forgotten when you found yourself caught up in the 9-5 drudgery once again after the Christmas break.

If you’ve been wanting to change direction, the New Year is a good time to start, but don’t make the mistake of thinking that all you have to do is go out and get a new job and all will be well. It may be for a month or two, but if you don’t spend some time really thinking about what you want to do, chances are you’ll end up in the same rut again. The problem is that jobs weren’t made for people – people are expected to squeeze themselves into jobs and when you apply to a company for work, it’s all about them and not about you. Unfortunately that’s the game you have to play if you want to be hired. Read more…

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