Careershifters blog

Hate ‘Selling Yourself’? 7 Ways To Get Noticed In A New Field, Without Feeling Inauthentic

Whatever your next career is, making a shift means building your reputation in a new area. But pitching yourself to potential employers or clients when you're only just getting started can leave you feeling like a fake. So how do you do it gracefully? Natasha shares her guidance on how to make your presence known in a way that's relaxed, human, and effective.

“I was never going to be happy working for someone else.”

From Teacher to Entrepreneur

Fed up of bureaucracy and an ever-increasing mountain of paperwork, Richard Swan decided set out on his own. Here's his candid account of how he's navigated money issues, business growth challenges, and the ups and downs of the economy, to create a more fulfilling (and lucrative) career.

“You’re Allowed To Ask For More.” Arianna's Real-life Career Change Lessons

Ever find yourself 'putting off' your career change for later? You're not alone. Here's how Launch Pad graduate Arianna found a hidden career idea in her procrastination, and started getting paid for something she says she'd happily do for free.

“I never seemed to get to a place where I was coping.”

From Teaching to Own Business

Loretta Clarke's unhappiness at work was leaving her tired, stressed and regularly ill. It's taken time, and consistent effort, but she's now created a career that gives her the flexibility and wellbeing she wants. Here's how she made it happen.

“I’ve Got Too Many Ideas. How Do I Choose A New Career?”

Linda's left a stressful and exhausting job. Now she's ready to start something new. The only question is, what? When you've got so many potential paths in front of you, how do you choose the right one?

“I'd become disillusioned... I wanted to do something more meaningful with my life.”

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From Events to Support Work (Plus Post-Shift Update)

Fed up with the waste he saw in his industry, Ian Rowlands cut back his expenses to allow him to move into work that finally felt right for him. Here's how he did it, and why, three years in, he's sure he made the right decision.

Why You Keep Sabotaging Your Career Change – And What To Do About It

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Constantly procrastinating and undermining your own progress when it comes to your shift? Know you're doing counterproductive things, but can't seem to stop yourself? Meet your inner saboteur. Natasha shares three key facts about this internal troublemaker, and an unusual approach to getting it back under control.

“I would sit with one eye on the clock, counting down the hours and minutes until I could walk out the door.”

From Research to Portfolio Career

Elaine Massung was wishing her life away in her previous role. After one pointless meeting too many, she hatched an escape plan, bringing together her passions, skills, and a solid financial safety net. Here she shares why her leap's taken longer than she expected, and the profound lessons she's learned along the way.

“My Previous Career Change Didn’t Work Out. How Can I Stop History Repeating Itself?”

Rob longs to make a shift into work that's creative and useful. There's just one problem: he's invested time and money in a career change before, and it wasn't a success. With no savings, and a family that's depending on you, how do you break free from the fear of making the same mistakes?

“My job felt unfulfilling and pointless.”

From Finance to Social Media

Natasha Minto's creativity was being stifled in a role she'd never really chosen. When three years passed in the blink of an eye, she knew something had to change. Here's how she persevered, in the face of rejection and disappointment, to land a new career that she truly enjoys.

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