Moving to the next stage of professional development involves the need to develop new skills and find one’s way in a new situation. Therefore, it is worth preparing for them properly. If you expect significant changes at work, think about what you can do now to get through this situation as best as possible.
1. Analyze your situation
Try to focus on how things have been before. Ask yourself the following questions:
- What do you value about your current job?
- What don’t you like about your current position?
- What interests you about your job?
- What responsibilities do you feel aversion to?
- What would you not like to do in your new job?
- What is the main reason for the decision to change job?
Make sure your answers are extensive and detailed.
2. Think about your expectations
Think about what you miss most in your professional life.
- What are your interests?
- How could you pursue your passions while working?
- What motivates you?
- What could you do if you didn’t need any money?
- What would your ideal day at work look like?
- What exactly do you expect from your new job?
3. Explore the possibilities
At this stage, answer the following question first and foremost:
- How realistic is a job change?
If your answer is no, think about why. Think about what would have to happen to make your vision more likely. Perhaps it’s a matter of current circumstances. Otherwise, if you really want to change your current job, try to choose an option that is within your capabilities.
4. Determine your predispositions
- What are you special about?
- What are your most important features (strengths and weaknesses)?
- What can you do best?
- How can you use your skills?
- What other skills do you need to prove yourself in the new position?
You may need additional training. At this stage, it is especially valuable to find a coach who will help you prepare a plan for developing your own skills and consistently implement it.
5. Look around
Search the Internet and other helpful sources of information. Ask your friends. Find out about:
• positions that match your skills and interests, on websites such as, for example jooble, jobsora ; pracuje
• work realities – what tasks are performed in this position on a daily basis?
• rates offered for this job
• opportunities related to the new position
Expand your network to learn even more. From new people, you can also gain contacts to people who are responsible for recruitment processes in companies.
6. Observe your actions
Based on the above exercises, make a specific plan for your actions and check their results. Make a list of short- and long-term goals. Define them in time. Stay up to date by adapting your plan to the changing situation.
And take care of yourself!
A change in financial status, a major change in the workplace or a company reorganization and a change in job position are in the first half of the list of the 44 most stressful life events according to Thomas Holmes and Richard Rahe, psychiatrists and creators of one of the concepts of stress. Significant changes in professional life, including dismissal or unemployment and retirement, are among the top 10 situations most threatening to health. So, while achieving all your goals, do not forget about yourself. A professional coach will provide you with appropriate support on your career change path, helping you determine your predispositions, set priorities and take all necessary actions. During the coaching process, you will also receive feedback on the effectiveness of these activities.
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