Do You Really Need a Big Career Change?

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Of all the people who say they need a career change, many don’t actually need one. Much of the time, it’s something in their jobs or in themselves — like skills — they need to change. The author shares two examples of clients that came to her saying they needed a radical change, and offers three recommendations for readers in a similar situation: 1) understand your context, 2) stay flexible, and 3) make an informed decision.

Of all my clients who declare they need a big career change, many don’t actually need one. What about you? Do you really need a radical career change, or is there another way?