Career Change : Any suggestion of figuring how to find a new career?
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Start with a career test (lots of them free online) to help you figure out what you're interested in that also pays.
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Start by considering your interests and skills. There are some sites that offer great tools and tests for narrowing career possibilities.  Try these for free career tools and testing:\n\nhttp://www.careeronestop.org/SKILLS/SkillCenterHome.asp\n\nhttp://www.princetonreview.com/cte/\n\nhttp://careerplanning.about.com/od/careertests/\n\nFor more personal help, check out your school's guidance office.  Schedule an appointment with your guidance counselor to get one-on-one advising.  He/She can also tell you more about how to access school resources.\n\nHave a favorite subject?  Schedule a session with the teacher.  As well as general info, they may also share some of their college and/or career experiences.\n\nMost of all, don't panic if you are not sure what career you want.  Most people change their major after their first year or so of college.  Some even end up working in a different field than their major.  Remember, your life is not written out in concrete.  There are always options and new opportunities.\nGood Luck.
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if you are happy where you are..stay.  Change is always good as long as you are able to supoprt yourself and your child.  Give it a chance...plus there are more jobs in your related field where you are now.  New people, new job, this can be scary but not bad.  I admire you for having the strength to do it in the first place.  Stay where you are for at least 2 years and then decide if you think things where you are could work to your advantage.  Good Luck!
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There is a great book that can help you find your calling in life. It is titled, "The Path" by Laurie Beth Jones. \n\nIt is amazing. It helped me find my direction in life. I have a second career because of her guidance. She helps you find that answer within yourself. You will learn what you were meant to do, what you were born to do. \n\nIt rings true.
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Visit Career Builder. They can help.
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Try taking a part-time or weekend college course in something else of your choice. When you qualify in that then start applying for jobs. When you are offered one then take it and quit your current job?
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Somehow, people with a sense of loyalty have trouble changing jobs.  I am looking to quit a horrible job, but I am having pangs of guilt.  These people would fire me at the drop of a hat even though I have worked very hard for a few years,\n\nThink of what is best for you.  Nobody is irreplaceable and they will easily find someone else for your current position if you decide to move on.  You are not the first, nor will you be the last person to do what you are contemplating.  If it is better for you to make the move, don't lose the opportunity,  But be sure to secure the job before you let your current boss know what you are planning to do.
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Make a list of all the things you like to do. Is there anything on that list you would like to all the time? If so, choose something in that field. If not, find something you what to keep learning about and choose a job that goes with it.
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Yes, move to a new Location.  I made that decision and it was the best thing I've ever done.  Sometimes if you live in the same state for a long time you won't experience how it feels like somewhere else.  You'll meet new people, a different work atmosphere and a sense of contentment that you made a difference in your life.  Be confident in yourself and go for it!
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Some of the most interesting people I know never chose one sole career path.  For many, the purpose of life isn't to chose a career and then pursue it for a lifetime.  Go with what interests you now, do what will make you happy now; if you discover something else that you want to pursue later, you can go for it.  You're always free to change.
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i've had three different jobs in three different fields within a 2 year period. best thing I can tell you is if you're switching jobs in the same field, make your peace with former co-workers you LIKE and don't burn bridges. keep it professional and maybe a little goign away party might be in the works for you. if you're switching jobs and fields, expect less. don't go into it expecting you'll be running full speed straight out the gates. ease into it and take it day by day. once things pick up you'll be back to normal. and whatever you do, don't get all teary eyed when saying goodbye to people, even if you've known them forever. It just leaves a bad lasting impression.
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There's a website and newsletter than you can subscribe to about this exact topic, and a book you can read.  Cathy Goodwin, Ph.D. has a free newsletter/eZine called "Great Career Moves" and a downloadable book called "Making the Big Move" as well as other relocation resources on her website.
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Focus, i know its hard. You'll never move up and get a higher paying position if you don't focus. You'll just keep moving around from one entry level position to the next. Save your other interests as hobbies. I'm the same way, and sometimes I do get bored of my career and want a change but then I realize that the past 5years of experience I have wouldn't count for anything and I'd have to start all over again.
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Look at a list of careers. Like a HUGE list. Cross off anything that you would never do. Then look at whats left... figure out what kind of education you need for the ones that appeal to you. Then logically think about what options are actually something you feel strong enough about to pursue them.\n\nI'm always very jealous of those who know exactly what they want to do and are driven to pursue it. I've switched though 4 majors in the past four years and still have no idea what I want to do.
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First off, you will need to choose a career path. Nobody on this board can tell you which path to choose that has to come from you. Remember that you are choosing a career, so choose the path that will make you the happiest both in the short and the long term. This includes picturing where you will be 5-10 years down the line.\n\nOnce you have chosen a career path, never stop educating yourself in that field. For example if you are a programmer, continue to learn the newest and most sought after languages, i.e., web services, J2EE etc.\n\nFinally it sounds as if your career at your present company is butting up against a dead end. I would reccomend that you start looking for a new place to work that can help further your career and bring excitement to your day. Keep the old job until you find something then make the leap.\n\nGood luck in whatever path you take...
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If you realize that you are burned out with your career, this doesn't make you bad or alone. Most folks have experienced career burnout at least once in their work lives.\nHowever, it is not a fun or freeing feeling. Luckily, you can avoid or overcome career burnout. The following are suggestions to help you stay away from the big, bad, burnout!\n\nForm meaningful relationships with clear boundaries with your associates.\n\n    Get to know and appreciate the people with whom you interact. Also, set and maintain clear boundaries for expected behaviors and communications with your associates. The closer you are to the people with whom you interact with daily, the more enjoyable your work life will be, and the more you will look forward to future daily interactions with these same people.\n\n Be creative.\n\n    Is there a new, creative way to add a twist to what you do? Constantly look for ways to implement creativity to your daily responsibilities and tasks. This creativity will help you stay engaged in your business or career.\n\nChange your environment regularly.\n\n    Rearrange and clean your work environment. Change your daily routines. Change whatever you can afford to change. This regular change will keep your energy renewed and invigorated.\n\nTake regular vacations.\n\n    Give yourself well needed time away from your work. Regular vacations serve to revitalize your energy and your attitude. Pulling away from your work from time to time also helps you to gain a well-rounded positive perspective towards your business or work.\n\nGet a different job or open a different business.\n\n    If you've tried everything you can imagine to renew your passion for your work, but continue to experience career burnout, it may be that your soul is calling you to new career or business opportunities. In this case, do your homework, and attain a different job, career, or business that suits your needs and your personality.\n\n    As you go through your career travels and experiences, just remember that no job or career is 100% perfect. There are challenges in every situation. However, it is possible to avoid or overcome business or career burnout.
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A good way is to see what other people are doing, and try to do the same thing. New jobs can be hard. Keep trying and you should do fine.