Careershifter question
By Anonymous on 15 November 2007 at 16:24
I want to totally change career and am looking at more creative careers. I have the money to re-train but want to know how and where I do this and where I start once trained.
ShiftDoctor answer
By Sonia Lakshman on 28 November 2007 at 22:07 in ShiftSurgeries
It is a matter of doing your homework and research. This is such an important stage in any career change as the more thoroughly you investigate the profession, its training and potential employment opportunities, the less likely you are to spend your valuable training funds unwisely. So where to begin?...
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Careershifter question
By A_r1
I like my current job - the role, the team, the money, the lifestyle, the learning curve... everything is great. So I am finding it hard to find momentum to make the move. HELP!
ShiftDoctor answer
By Richard Butler on 26 May 2007 at 23:24 in ShiftSurgeries
Start to consider what it is that is missing from your current job and list out all the things you don't like. Even though you are getting plenty of satisfaction from what you do now, your feelings seem to be telling you that a more satisfying career is possible...
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