I’ve been thinking about how to pivot my career after over 20 years in the same industry. It strikes me how similar it’s to switching hobbies, like when I transitioned from cycling to rock climbing a few years ago — it felt daunting but also exhilarating. I’m curious if anyone else has made a major shift in their professional life and what tips you have for overcoming that fear of the unknown.
I totally relate to that feeling of a career change being like switching hobbies. I shifted from finance to marketing at 45, and just diving into online courses helped me gain confidence and skills. It felt like learning to ride a bike again — wobbly at first, but then suddenly exhilarating! @careerchangecommunity has some great resources too.
It’s definitely like trying a new sport! I transitioned from teaching to tech at 50. Online courses were a lifesaver for me.
Making a big career shift can feel like jumping into the deep end, can’t it? I know I felt that way when I went from retail to graphic design at 42, and I found networking events super helpful for building new connections… It took some time, but putting myself out there really made a difference. Have you considered reaching out to folks in your new field?