When to Pivot Your Career (And How to Pull it Off Financially!)
Change Can Be Wonderful When You Make it Strategically
As human beings, we are hard-wired to be reluctant to change. We prefer the familiar, the predictable, the strategy that gives us the long view. Sometimes, though, we begin to feel the overwhelming urge to make a career change. Many people ignore the nagging feeling because it’s easier to maintain the status quo than embark on a transition that may be overwhelming or stressful. For those who choose to pursue a career pivot bravely, there can be opportunity and fulfillment waiting on the other side.
If you find yourself seriously considering a career change, you’ll need to determine the Why, What, and How. Let’s dig in.
The Why
Everyone – business owners and career professionals alike – have moments when they question their career paths. It may be that you’re going through a tough season at work where you feel less than inspired, or it may be that you are genuinely ready for a change. Before making any big moves, it’s crucial to evaluate exactly why you desire a change. Usually, your situation will fall into one of three categories:
- You’re feeling unfulfilled at work.
- You’re feeling unfulfilled in your personal life.
- You’ve reached a growth ceiling in your current position.