Tips for Work and Life with Andrew LaCivita My Best Advice to Career Changers
Apr 9, 2025
Career changes can feel daunting, but there’s a method to the madness. First, research your desired role—don’t just dream about it. Understand the hidden skills that aren't immediately obvious. Speak with those who are currently in the job to grasp the day-to-day realities. Once you have a solid foundation, network effectively by telling your unique story. Align with subject-matter experts to build the necessary skills needed for your new path. It’s all about gathering the right information before taking the leap!
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Research Before You Leap
- Do thoroughly research a target career before making a move by mapping required skills and daily realities.
- Talk to people doing the exact job now and confirm you're willing to learn, sacrifice, and overcome its challenges.
Finished Product Hides The Work
- A finished-looking career conceals years of hidden skills, failures, and investments required to produce it.
- Investigate the many unseen tasks behind a role to understand whether you’ll actually enjoy the work.
Talk To Practitioners First
- Do not take classes first; interview practitioners in the role to learn real responsibilities and trade-offs.
- Use those conversations to collect enough information to make an educated decision about the change.