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We Don’t Use The Word 'Career' In Our House

By Sonia Lakshman

Does the term 'career' leave you cold and make you feel boxed in? Coach Sonia Lakshman stakes the case for doing work that doesn't conform to labels or ladders and expresses who you are. More

Advice from a Musician: Tips for Pursuing an Alternative Career

By Sab on 30 March 2011 at 14:32 in Careershifters Blog

If you want to follow your passion in your new career, check out this interview with drummer and composer, Dave Price.

While he's not a career changer, he's someone who has always stuck to his own path.

Whether you want to quit the 9-5 to pursue a creative passion, start your own business, or turn a beloved hobby into a career, his insights can help support you.

Here are some highlights:

  • Only you can decide if you are good enough
  • Take every opportunity to put yourself forward without worrying about what other people might think about you
  • Be honest with yourself and with others
  • Do not allow yourself to become distracted from following your dream

Read the whole article here.

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From 9 - 5 Employment to a Self-Made Career: Discoveries on my Journey

By Sab on 13 November 2009 at 10:30 in Careershifters Blog

It can be hard to think that work can be brilliant and, even if you do learn to believe that work can really be fantastic, it can be hard to think it’s possible for yourself. This is where I was stuck until Careershifters' Selina Barker encouraged me to seek out those who were doing work they loved, and ask them how they did it. Here is what I discovered...

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