Careershifters in the News

BBC Online - How productive is your first day back at work? Cath Roan comments on the increase in the number of people wanting to change career at this time of year. Read More

Observer - 30 ways to a better life
Business dragons, fitness trainers, psychologists, philosophers, style consultants, sex experts… Thirty gurus present bright ideas to help you make the most of 2010. Read More

Guardian - When I grow up I want to be...... Childhood dream jobs
Train drivers, vets and footballers – our childhood dreams remain the same, so can revisiting them help our careers now? Frances Booth asked a class of children to draw their ideal jobs. Read More

BBC Radio 4 - Woman's Hour - How to change your life for the better
Cath Roan, Careershifters MD, joined author & philosopher Alain de Botton and entrepreneur Sahar Hashemi on BBC Woman's Hour to discuss the realities of find meaning in our work in the midsts of the current recession. Read More

Guardian - Taking the plunge
Changing your career video - tips and advice from those who have successfully swapped jobs. Read More

BBC Online - Losing our jobs made us happier
Redundancy is always a huge blow when it is forced upon unsuspecting workers. But as thousands face the prospect of being laid off in the recession, some of those who have been through it say it was a blessing in disguise. Read More

The Sunday Times - The bright side of redundancy
After the initial shock, being laid off can be turned into a positive experience. The Sunday Times tells survivors’ tales of past downturns. Read More

The Times - How to change career
Most of us gaze in wonder at those bold souls who leap from career to career, but it's not as difficult as it appears. Read More

Metro - Be prepared for a career change
The new year is a popular time to start looking for a new job, or even to decide to jack in your career altogether in favour of something different. But can you afford to? Read more

Guardian - The perfect ... industry
Don't settle for a job you don't love. Find the perfect industry to stimulate your mind and nurture your talents - and you'll never look back. Read More

Time Out - 40 original things to do after work
Instead of heading down the pub, why not try some of the inspiring, unique and stimulating activities that the early evening offers Londoners? Read more

Independent - Switching to your dream job need not be a nightmare
Large numbers of people feel stuck in the wrong job. Help is at hand. Read more

Guardian - Relieving the nine-to-five grind
How can you be sure you want a career change rather than just a new job or different scenery? Adharanand Finn plots the steps to employment heaven. Read more

Independent - The Careers Advisor
'Am I too old for a new career? And, I have no contacts. How do I start networking? Read more

Recruiter Magazine“ Online Recruitment
Careershifters.org is a new service which provides practical advice, inspiration and connections, and support for people on every step of their career-shift journey. Read more

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