One thing that I’ve discovered on my speaking/writing/blogging journey is that there are more resources available to you than you may realize. It is never too late, and never unrealistic to consider reinventing yourself into a new job. Whether you are jobless or just unhappy in your current position, consider reinventing yourself into a new field and a new occupation.
You can put yourself into a position in life where you do what you enjoy doing most of your day. There are areas of the economy that are lagging, yes, but there are also areas that are on the rise. Every recession has winners and losers. In health care, we consistently are faced with needs for CNAs, RNs, physicians of all types, information technology resources, and organizational development resources just to name a few. Every field has positions that they are in need of. Find those areas and focus on positions that involve tasks, projects, and roles that you love to do.
Don’t be afraid to reach out for help. Resources abound and you may be missing the forest for the trees.
Here are some ideas:
- Log onto career path to find ideas and search for answers: http://www.careerpath.com
- Buy a book on reinventing yourself into a new career: http://www.amazon.com/New-Job-You-Reinventing-Yourself/dp/0345508807
- Read articles on others who have successfully changed occupations: ABC News Story http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/JobClub/job-reinventing-career/story?id=9926120
- Read expert advice: Newsweek Story; Time for a Change, Advice from a career columnist on how to reinvent yourself in the workplace http://www.newsweek.com/id/228562, or even consider consulting with Coaching Sites on Reinventing Yourself http://www.goodlifecoaching.com/CreativeLife84.html#anchor
Resources abound if you are interested in finding the motivation and encouragement to do it. Reinvent yourself. You hold the keys to your future. Wake up to a new day as a new you (in a new job).
Bethany Williams is an expert in business development and healthcare operations. She has held high level positions at IDX Systems Corporation, GE Healthcare, Perot Systems Corporation, and PricewaterhouseCoopers. Williams shares her stories and helpful tips on career success through her book, Winning Strategies for Women, and a popular motivational blog. She volunteers as a life coach and mentor for employees around the globe through her website and personal one-to-one visits. She currently works as an executive at a big four accounting firm and lives in Dallas with her husband, Michael, and her three children. You can find her on the web at www.bethanywilliams.org.
