Navigating a career change late in life

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.

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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.

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It’s definitely like trying a new sport! I transitioned from teaching to tech at 50. Online courses were a lifesaver for me.

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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?

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