Career change can feel like a big step at the best of times, and especially in a downturn. Career change fear is normal. So why does it feel so daunting? Here are 15 reasons:
- The outcome is unknown
- The job market is uncertain
- The world of work is changing fast
- Change makes many people feel uncomfortable
- Career change often affects other people
- Familiarity is comfy
- It can lead to moving home or a change of school which is a big upheaval
- It is a lot to think about when you are already busy
- You have to deal with the fears/views of other people
- You don’t know that you are making the right decision
- People often feel bad because they cannot crack it by themselves
- It is hard to see your own skills
- It’s a big change which affects many things
- The news is full of doom and gloom
- New employment can change your employment rights re redundancy which affects your perception of security
Taking time to plan, evaluate the options, getting expert support and having a plan A, B and C helps career change fear. Our Energise bulletins have lots of tips to help you on your journey – click on this link to read Energise Career strategies, Self-Promotion and Smart living and working bulletins.
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