Tag: change job

Careershifters blog “A Cheyenne elder of my acquaintance once told me that the best way to find something is not to go looking for it. This is a hard concept…

Careershifters blog What work were you doing previously? I worked as a history museum professional for more than ten years. Specifically, I worked in collections management/conservation, then I was a…

Careershifters blog What’s most important to you about your future career? Sometimes, it can feel like finding fulfilling work is just a series of difficult choices. Do you want security…

Careershifters blog What work were you doing previously? Most recently I was working as a personal trainer, following a move from Brazil to the U.S. Prior to that, I had…

Careershifters blog When Amanda’s friend offered to introduce her to the head of a major architecture and design festival, she was thrilled. Finally, a chance to talk to someone who…

Careershifters blog What work were you doing previously? I was a marketing director at a large consulting company for sixteen years. What are you doing now? I now own a…

Careershifters blog Well, as Mad Men’s inimitable Peggy Olson says to Don Draper: “If you don’t like what’s being said, change the conversation.” Early on in our careers, we learn…

Careershifters blog When you’re stuck and uncertain about your shift, all you want is someone to give you the answers. Here, Natasha lays out the steps she’s learned from working…

Careershifters blog What work were you doing previously? I was a substance misuse youth worker in the charity sector for sixteen years. What are you doing now? I’m a Practice…

Careershifters blog “There is an ugliness in being paid for work one does not like.” – Anaïs Nin You’re frustrated with feeling out of place every working day. You’re ashamed…