6 ways to know it’s time to consider a career change
It’s officially September! As the lazy days of summer come to a close, kids are headed back to school and adults are ready to ramp up their productivity -- making it a great time to reevaluate career goals. The fall season comes with an uptick in hiring as companies refocus and find room for new positions, both freelance and full-time.
Lightpost, a new digital product from the Paste BN Network, guides people through their first — or next — career leap. Thinking of making a change? Here are some ways you may know it’s time to shake things up professionally:
1. You have a vision for the future that’s different from your reality. The most difficult thing to do is to tackle a big goal all at once. It can seem daunting and unattainable. The best path to success? Breaking the task up into manageable milestones, so you can slowly and mindfully make a positive life change while documenting what you’ve accomplished.
2. You’re often curious about what other people do. Do you find yourself eager to share about your job? Or would you prefer to learn about the careers of others? Seeing the satisfaction that friends derive from their jobs is a good sign that it may be time to consider a pivot on how you’re spending your days.
3. You want to make more money. Let’s be honest, we work to make bank. If you see an income cap in your current work field, it’s worth exploring different paths that will fulfill your needs over the long-run. Lightpost provides tools to help you analyze the potential in different markets.
4. You’re tired of having a boss. Well, you’ve seen what your boss does and have thought, “I could do that.” Starting a business or becoming a freelancer are both options worth thinking through and pursuing in an organized, step-by-step way.
5. You’ve imagined doing your hobby as your full-time job. What keeps you up at night? Is it your current job, or is it something you do on the side? Having a passion for your work is the first step toward making a successful change. Believe us, it can go a long way.
6. You’re ready for a challenge. Changing jobs, becoming a freelancer and starting a business are difficult, time-consuming endeavors, and take a lot of work. But they also have the potential to be the most rewarding and lucrative thing you do. If you’re ready to set and achieve goals, now’s the time to take the plunge!
Lightpost offers free, customized paths toward changing careers. Sign up now at mylightpost.com.