{"id":805,"date":"2022-03-11T13:53:55","date_gmt":"2022-03-11T11:53:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bmkedev.wpengine.com\/?p=805"},"modified":"2022-10-14T15:44:22","modified_gmt":"2022-10-14T13:44:22","slug":"change-careers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/change-careers","title":{"rendered":"Changing Careers? Here is All You Need To Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1><b>All About Taking The Next Step<\/b><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Changing careers after building an identity in an industry can be a difficult task. People choose to change careers for many reasons and at different points in their lives. It can be a fulfilling journey, especially if you make the change to get into a sector that you are passionate about.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a0b472eb75da\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a0b472eb75da\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/change-careers\/#Why_Should_You_Change_Your_Career\" >Why Should You Change Your Career?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/change-careers\/#What_You_Need_To_Consider_Before_Changing_Careers\" >What You Need To Consider Before Changing Careers<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Should_You_Change_Your_Career\"><\/span><b>Why Should You Change Your Career?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Career Burnout<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2716\" src=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-_-Career-burnout.png\" alt=\"Career burnout\" width=\"848\" height=\"277\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-_-Career-burnout.png 848w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-_-Career-burnout-770x252.png 770w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-_-Career-burnout-390x127.png 390w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 848px) 100vw, 848px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Imagine waking up every day and literally dragging yourself to work, then spending the whole day watching the clock because you can\u2019t wait to leave. The worst part is that you hate Mondays and you always look forward to the weekend. Basically, your job is like a prison and you need to have a change in your life.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The problem is not even your boss, the work or the environment. You simply just need something different to do. This is a prime reason to change your job because it can result in mental and physical strain and your salary may not be enough to compensate for the strain you put on yourself. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Change Of Heart<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2717\" src=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-_-Change-of-heart.png\" alt=\"Career and passion\" width=\"848\" height=\"277\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-_-Change-of-heart.png 848w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-_-Change-of-heart-770x252.png 770w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-_-Change-of-heart-390x127.png 390w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 848px) 100vw, 848px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So you went to school and studied a particular course because it sounded appealing to you at that time; or based on your grades, you were advised to pursue that course. However, when you get into the job market, you realise that you have no <a class=\"article-body-links\"href=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/love-your-job\">passion<\/a> for that career and it does not excite you at all. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is why you easily find people who have, for example, studied finance but they end up in sales. In such a case, you can choose to change careers because the one you studied for is just not fulfilling even if it pays the bills. For example, <\/span><a class=\"article-body-links\"href=\"http:\/\/magunga.com\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Magunga<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a popular blogger studied law. He, however, had a change of heart and is now one of the most popular bloggers in Kenya. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>New Interests<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2718\" src=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-_-New-interests.png\" alt=\"Career change\" width=\"848\" height=\"277\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-_-New-interests.png 848w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-_-New-interests-770x252.png 770w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-_-New-interests-390x127.png 390w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 848px) 100vw, 848px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You might like your current job and you probably studied a course related to it. You do not mind growing in that field and you have heavily invested in that path. However, along the way, you discover a talent or a passion in a different field and give it a try.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is possible to develop new interests in the course of your career and take them up as side-hustles or full-time careers. This isn\u2019t necessarily triggered by boredom in your current career or a change of heart. It is simply as a result of new experiences.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Technology has also changed how we work and has emerged as an evolving field. For example, 10 years ago, social media was simply for fun and interaction. However, it has become a core marketing tool and it keeps evolving each day. As such, you may develop an interest in such a field and decide to change careers to pursue this field and grow with it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Mismatch With Your Values<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2719\" src=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-Mismatch-with-your-values.png\" alt=\"Personal values\" width=\"848\" height=\"277\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-Mismatch-with-your-values.png 848w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-Mismatch-with-your-values-770x252.png 770w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-Mismatch-with-your-values-390x127.png 390w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 848px) 100vw, 848px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We all have a set of principles that guide us. These act as our moral and life compasses and they determine what we can or cannot do. In most cases, a perfect match between your personal values and those of the company you work for can lead to great satisfaction and prosperity in your career.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, day-to-day activities in your job can result in a clash between your personal values and what it takes to get the job done. For example, if you are not comfortable with telling lies but your job requires you to sugar-coat issues so as to gain clients, you might find yourself in a permanent moral conflict, which can cause stress and even poor performance. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In such a case, you can change careers so as to align your personal values to your career.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Lack of Growth Opportunities<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2720\" src=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-Lack-of-growth-opportunities.png\" alt=\"Career growth\" width=\"848\" height=\"277\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-Lack-of-growth-opportunities.png 848w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-Lack-of-growth-opportunities-770x252.png 770w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-Lack-of-growth-opportunities-390x127.png 390w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 848px) 100vw, 848px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes, you get to a point where you feel like you have achieved all that there is to achieve in your career or you simply feel like the growth in your career is too slow. You feel no challenge and you simply have nothing else to look forward to. Your job becomes mechanical and you cannot find any joy in doing it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are looking to grow and you see no opportunities in your current career, you might consider a career change, and get into a path that has more opportunities. This way, you get to be challenged afresh and work your way up.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>A Decline In Your Current Industry<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2721\" src=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-_-A-decline-in-your-current-industry.png\" alt=\"Career decline\" width=\"848\" height=\"277\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-_-A-decline-in-your-current-industry.png 848w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-_-A-decline-in-your-current-industry-770x252.png 770w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-_-A-decline-in-your-current-industry-390x127.png 390w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 848px) 100vw, 848px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As technology takes root in our daily lives, certain industries have experienced a sharp decline, which comes with a reduction in available opportunities or a complete redundancy of certain jobs. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, hard copy mail is increasingly being replaced by email. As such, jobs in the postal services are declining very fast and this means that jobs in that sector are almost being eliminated. Therefore, people is such a field may find it necessary to change careers since there are no more opportunities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Disillusionment<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2722\" src=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-Disillusionment.png\" alt=\"Disillusionment\" width=\"848\" height=\"277\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-Disillusionment.png 848w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-Disillusionment-770x252.png 770w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-Disillusionment-390x127.png 390w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 848px) 100vw, 848px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is a common issue in some fields where people get in with high hopes and a drive to make a change, only to find that the field is completely different. This can cause you to lose direction and be demotivated, which can result in stress or poor performance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, you studied law because you wanted to change lives by offering sound legal advice and services. However, when you start practising, you realise that most of the work involves writing briefs as opposed to actually going to court and getting cases to be resolved. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In such a case, you can become disillusioned and it is best to change careers and practice something more fulfilling.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If any of the reasons given above ring true with you, you better take the opportunity now.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_You_Need_To_Consider_Before_Changing_Careers\"><\/span><b>What You Need To Consider Before Changing Careers<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whatever the reason you&#8217;re changing careers, it is imperative to consider these key things to guarantee a successful transition;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Life Impact<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2723\" src=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images_-Life-impact.png\" alt=\"Life impact\" width=\"848\" height=\"277\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images_-Life-impact.png 848w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images_-Life-impact-770x252.png 770w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images_-Life-impact-390x127.png 390w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 848px) 100vw, 848px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In learning a new role, the evaluation of the new skills required and the investment in time to acquire the skills would take a huge chunk of your time. This may have an impact on how much attention you are able to give to your social circles and family responsibilities. Similarly, economically, you may not earn as much as you earned where you were considered a professional; you now are now considered an amateur. Is this a tradeoff you are willing to make?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Required Skills and Attributes<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A change in career doesn\u2019t necessarily mean change in skills and competencies per se, it could mean just wearing a different hat but working with the same skills. It may, however, require learning something totally new in order to position yourself for the new demands of the market in the role you want.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Therefore, it\u2019s important to identify and develop the key skills for success in your new career. The difference between success and failure in the new career is determined by how much capacity you will have, in relation to what is needed in the role. Can you identify and rate your prowess in the skills needed in your new career? Are you convinced that you have what the market needs?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Runway Duration<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2724\" src=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-Runway-duration.png\" alt=\"Opportunity cost\" width=\"848\" height=\"277\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-Runway-duration.png 848w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-Runway-duration-770x252.png 770w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-Runway-duration-390x127.png 390w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 848px) 100vw, 848px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Effective career change demands that you get guidance and support to learn the ropes, either through coaching and mentorship, going back to school or shadowing someone in the role. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Like a plane, any new career does take time on the runway before \u2018taking off\u2019. With this in mind, it would also be important to put your expectations in check. You cannot expect to hit the ground and acquire the recognition that you had in your previous career. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It takes time to prove your worth and earn a reputation and then the shillings can increase in value vis-\u00e0-vis your work. Are you ready for the wait, or will your patience run out midway? &nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Secondly, once you are in a new field, you will need to build a whole new network of professionals with whom you can share experiences. It takes time to work your way into a network, this will be essential for knowledge sharing. &nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lastly, you must be adaptable to the rigours of the industry, the expectations of your would-be colleagues as well as to the new demands placed upon you.<\/span><br \/>\n<b>Industry Research<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2725\" src=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-Industry-research.png\" alt=\"Industry research\" width=\"848\" height=\"277\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-Industry-research.png 848w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-Industry-research-770x252.png 770w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-Industry-research-390x127.png 390w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 848px) 100vw, 848px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you looking for a career change due to the stagnation in the industry you are in? Then you need to understand the dynamics of the industry you are looking to move into before making the change. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A key consideration would be, whether there is growth prospect in that industry. The need to carry out thorough research on the sustainability and relevance of the industry\u2019s long-term performance would be essential before making that move. There is no greater career tragedy than getting into an industry whose future is bleak.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Work Environment<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2726\" src=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-Work-environment.png\" alt=\"Work environment\" width=\"848\" height=\"277\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-Work-environment.png 848w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-Work-environment-770x252.png 770w, https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-Work-environment-390x127.png 390w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 848px) 100vw, 848px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The psychological contract that you have with your workplace influences your commitment to your job. If you work in a place where you feel valued, where you have an impact on business performance, where you have good relations with your colleagues, where makes you come alive, then you would not want to change your career.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The policies that are implemented in your work environment, the people that you work with, the systems that enable you to perform as well as the workplace layout, have a huge impact on your job satisfaction. The <a class=\"article-body-links\"href=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/company-culture\">work culture <\/a>of the business is influenced by all those factors.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Career and Personal Benefits<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2727\" src=\"https:\/\/www.brightermonday.co.ke\/discover\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/blog-inner-images-_-Career-and-personal-benefits.png\" alt=\"Job benefits\" width=\"848\" height=\"277\"><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every job comes with its fair share of responsibilities and benefits, some unbelievably good while others not too good. While some jobs may not come with good packages, the empowerment they give you may be all that you need and enjoy. The chance to influence others through leadership and also through different resources can act as great personal benefits. &nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whatever your current career benefits are, they have a direct impact on your satisfaction in that career. Whilst changing careers, consider the things that you may have to forgo in the new career, and whether that trade-off would be worthwhile to you. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When the trade-off between what you were used to and what you are getting in the new career isn\u2019t commensurate, there are high chances of disgruntlement. This slows down your uptake of the new role&nbsp;and puts you in a situation that would make you enjoy the change less.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In conclusion, changing careers can be risky. However, with proper consideration of life impact, having the required skills, the willingness to take care of the runaway duration, carrying out thorough industry research, considering work environment and career and personal benefits, you are well on your way to making the change rewarding.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Changing careers after building an identity in an industry can be a difficult task. 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