Happen To Your Career - Meaningful Work, Career Change, Career Design, & Job Search Should You Quit Your Job to Focus on Making a Career Change?
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Oct 7, 2024 Mike Goodman, a former higher education worker turned career changer, shares his transformative journey. He discusses the emotional challenges of leaving a job without a backup and emphasizes the importance of self-reflection. Listeners learn four key questions to assess their readiness, including clarifying motivations and evaluating financial stability. Mike highlights the significance of involving supportive people in the decision-making process and warns against impulsive quitting. His insights provide a roadmap for those contemplating a meaningful career shift.
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Mike's "Blah" State
- Mike Goodman's career path in higher education led to a feeling of staleness and lack of engagement.
- Despite this, he remained in the role for nearly five years, grappling with the fear of change and uncertainty about his next career move.
The Florida Job
- Seeking a change, Mike moved to the West Coast and accepted a remote work offer, but still felt the pressure to find a new career path.
- After his contract ended, he accepted a rushed job offer in Florida despite feeling anxious and uncertain about the fit.
Run Towards, Not Away
- Consider whether you're running towards something new and exciting or just away from an undesirable situation.
- Purely running away can lead to poor decisions, so identify your motivations and desired outcomes.