How to Reboot Your Career Video

Did you know that most people change their jobs at least 11 times?

Changing direction might seem intimidating at first, but it can also be a great adventure.

These 10 steps can show you how to reboot your career:

1. Prepare yourself for the journey ahead. Accept that you need to start over. It might not be easy, but you'll likely feel more in control.
2. Think carefully about your next step. What do you love to do? What gives you satisfaction? Look for roles that can offer you these opportunities.
3. Research your options. Read relevant blogs, join a professional group, and keep an eye on internal vacancies.
4. Assess your strengths. Do a Personal SWOT Analysis to help you find jobs that suit your specific skills.
5. Make new connections. Use social media to expand your professional network and let people know you're in the market for new opportunities.
6. Find a mentor. He or she can provide great guidance and advice, and can help to steer you in the right direction.
7. Set some goals. Draw up an Action Plan to help you to focus on achieving your ambitions.
8. Be flexible and realistic. It might take you longer than you expect to get your dream job so be prepared to consider alternative options.
9. Seek out new opportunities. Volunteer or intern somewhere you really want to work. Or take on projects that showcase more of your skills.
10. Stay positive! It takes courage to change, so be brave and treat this as a chance to broaden your horizons.

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Did you know the average person has over 12 jobs throughout their life? [1]

Changing direction might seem intimidating at first, but it can also be a great adventure!

These 10 steps will show you how to reboot your career:

1. Admit you need to start over. Starting over can be hard, but sometimes we might have little choice. Taking control of the change will help to reduce anxiety and set you on the right path.
2. Identify what you like to do. What do you love about your current or previous work? What energizes you? Look for roles that draw on the things you enjoy.
3. Research your options. Now that you've identified what you like, start looking at your options. Keep an eye on industry news, social media groups, and internal vacancies to see what's available.
4. Assess your strengths and skills. Once you know what's out there, find out whether you have the necessary skills for the position. If not, what do you need to do to get them?
5. Build your network. Build relationships by attending events and engaging on social media. You'll learn about opportunities, and create a support network you can draw on if needed.
6. Find a mentor. A mentor can share their insights, steer you on the right path, and help expand your network.
7. Set goals. Change can be intimidating, but having clear goals will help you to stay focused on what you need to do.
8. Be realistic and flexible. It might take you longer than you expect to get your dream job. So be prepared to consider alternative options.
9. Create your own opportunities. Develop new skills, volunteer or even intern somewhere you really want to work. This will give you the chance to test-drive a new career and prove what you're capable of.
10. Stay positive. It takes courage to change, so be brave and treat this as a chance to broaden your horizons.

If you want to learn more about how to reboot your career, read the accompanying article.

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