Switching Industries: Steps and Success Stories

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This chapter explores the process of switching industries without starting over, including the steps of acknowledging the possibility of making the switch, auditing skill sets, and test driving the desired role. It also shares success stories of individuals who successfully made career transitions and offers tips on gaining hope and belief in the possibility of changing industries.

Learn how to switch industries without starting in an entry-level position, taking a pay cut, or going back to school (no matter how long you’ve been in your current industry!) Scott and HTYC career coach, Taj Dashaun, discuss the 4 steps you can take if you've decided it's time to set your sights on a new industry for your career.

What you’ll learn

How to conduct an audit of your skillset to identify transferable skills that align with your target industry
The 4 steps to take when you decide to switch industries
What to say when reaching out to build relationships in a new industry

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