Want to Make A Career Move? Read These 6 Ideas to Get Ready
Are you currently in the middle of the search of a new job, a career move?
Now more than ever we are ambitious and curious when it comes to making a career move or when we think about developing our professional profile. Sometimes it is easy and comfortable to accept a job just because you received a good offer. However, it is not always easy to find out what we really want to do with our career.
If you are currently unemployed and planning to make a change in your professional life, we have some ideas for you.
How to move on: Get ready for your career move
It is time to nail your CV.
Probably there is some dust on your CV. Take a look at the latest trends and create a masterpiece for your job search. We recommend you using tools like Canva, Photoshop or any other software to make a different and remarkable CV.
Consider also creating extra material as a Video Curriculum, a Cover Letter or a Portfolio.
Analyze the Past. Focus on the Future.
Sit down and make a summary of all you have achieved during the past years of experience. Focus on what you do not want to do anymore and try to remember what you enjoyed the most. Try to identify your strengths and your passions. Where do you see yourself in the next 5 years?
Enjoy your free time.
It is very common to get stressed when you want to make a move in your career. It is an important decision, and you don’t want to feel regret, however, you shouldn’t forget about having fun. Just remember to pay attention to your entertainment time. Be smart, do whatever makes you think more clearly.
Watch something.
Enjoy binging Harry Potter to entertain yourself, but to get useful insight make use of the vast amount of audiovisual material on the internet that will help you in your search. Documentaries, TED Talks and even some movies or series are very good ideas to reflect on your career. For example, The Intern, definitely a good movie to watch!
Reading always will be helpful.
We can recommend platforms like LinkedIn or Flipboard, where you will find a lot of relevant information that will help you in your job search.
Search for some books, there are very good reads that you can enjoy while you learn about yourself better. The Obstacle is The Way is highly recommended!
Consider launching something.
Maybe it is time to start that business on that idea that you always kept in your mind and your heart. Following your passions can be risky and scary but at the same time can be the best choice for you.
If you feel like it is time for it, get prepared and put all your efforts to build what you’ve always dreamt of!
