7 Steps to Navigate a Career Transition
So, the time has come for a new adventure, and you’re ready to leap into a new career.
Congratulations! This is equal parts courageous, brave, and scary! Career transitions can be exciting and challenging all at the same time.
Here are 7 next steps to help you navigate a career transition:
Reflect
Take some time to assess your skills, strengths, interests, and values. Know what you’re passionate about and understand how and why these connect to your new career path.
How do you want these to show up in your next position? Next team? Company?
Research
Look at the various roles in the industry you want to join. Understand the current job market, any required skills, and qualifications for your new career.
Pursue informational interviews
Talk to people! I can’t recommend this one enough, and I have every one of my coachees engage in cold emailing because it’s so valuable and vital.
Taking the time for informational interviews with professionals in the field you hope to enter will allow you to gain insights into the industry and get advice about making the transition.
(And, bonus: one of the people you meet with could be a great mentor or help with a future referral!)
Boost necessary skills
When venturing onto a new career path, take the time to acquire any new skills you know will help you achieve your outcome. There are so many online platforms that offer cost-effective and flexible learning. Dedicating time to develop your skills shows your commitment to making the transition.
This is also a great time to complete the certifications you’ve been putting off!
Update your résumé and LinkedIn
This is the perfect opportunity to showcase all of those transferable skills! Give that résumé and LinkedIn profile a refresh (or complete overhaul!) to reflect your skills, experiences, and goals aligned to the new career field.
Don’t think you need help with yours? Check out this list of common objections to see how enlisting a thought partner truly can alleviate some of the stress and split all of the thinking along the way.
Be open
You never know where that next opportunity will come from; be open to unexpected opportunities or different pathways into this new industry. Being adaptable will help you as you make the transition.
This post on Networking will get you thinking about how to tap into your current community for knowledge and support.
Invest in a coach
Consider working with a career coach to help guide you through the transition. A coach will provide you with valuable strategies and insights. Plus, they’ll be your cheerleader as you navigate the transition!
Most importantly, believe in yourself and stay confident in your abilities!
What is a Résumé Upgrade?
The Résumé Upgrade includes one 20-minute introductory call with Nicole, a thorough question and answer exercise reviewing your experience, and an accomplishments-based, data-driven, keyword-optimized résumé.
You'll also receive a thorough report with actionable steps on how you can improve your LinkedIn profile, including important ways to interact with the platform and get you noticed.
If you know you’ve got what it takes but don’t know how to move all those good accomplishments from your brain to the paper, your current résumé is old or uses way too many nondescript clichés, or you’re not getting results with the résumé you’ve been using, this offer is for you!
What is Clarity Coaching?
Clarity Coaching aims to get you clear on what kind of role you want to target next through a series of conversations with Nicole. Being clear on your target role, industry, and goals will ensure your résumé is as effective as possible. We’ll also discuss your current career situation, obstacles you’re encountering in landing a new job, and how we can overcome those opportunities together.
What is Interview Coaching?
Interview Coaching will get you prepared for conversations with recruiters and hiring managers by equipping you with engaging stories to address questions specifically and succinctly. Nicole will give you in-the-moment feedback to build your confidence and experience your own growth so you can go into any interview knowing your value proposition and exactly what you bring to the table.
If you’re thinking about a career transition, I’d love to talk to you about how investing in YOU by refreshing your résumé and engaging in Clarity Coaching can support you! Don’t know which package might be right for you? Let’s chat in a free consult. ☕
Here’s to new adventure!
🥂 nicole:)
