Changing career in middle age and later life

Do you still dream of fulfilling your perfect job plan, maybe in self employment, but have reluctantly found yourself stuck on a career path that earns money, pays the bills but in a job you don't find interesting? This has happened to many if not most of us, and a new job is one remedy to reverse the dullness and discontentment that comes from feeling you are in the wrong one..in a rut, or indeed not having a job at all. A change, especially if it is promotion, if effective, will increase your self-esteem and can provide you with tremendous fulfilment. Changing your career or job during middle aged can be excellent, if you really wish to try something new, , or just want to fulfil a wish

.Go through the guidelines given below to create an ideal plan and route for your new selected area. of career

How to Plan a Career Change and Allow it to be Successful
Lots of individuals have changed jobs in their middle age, but not all of them have been effective and successful in the change.
Only very effective preparing and planning can help you be successful, while changing jobs in middle age.....Be Sure about Your Decision
People who have changed professions successfully in their late 30's and later, or got a job in their retirement, have often researched carefully their preparing and decision-making abilities. Changing a profession is a big thing and any choice on it shouldn't be taken in a hurry. Provide an in-depth thought to the following concerns and know if you really need or want a new profession..


1.Are you satisfied with your present job?
2.Why do you want or need to change careers? Have you determined what really enthuses you?
3.If you're midway through life and have organized a new profession, what has affected this decision?
4.Do you have enough information about the new field?
5.Do you know someone who is effective in your new area of interest?
6.Do you have enough money? and are you in a financially strong position ?


These considerations will help you in making your choice as far as finances allow you a choice. Giving up your present job for a field ,in which you have no information or experience is risky , to say the least. And probably no matter how much you might want that job now that employers are much more fussy about having experienced applicants, you won't get it in any case..be prepared to keep on applying or work, work, work at your own business.
Needless to say the least you need for such a change is enthusiasm, patience, an ability to cope with rejection and an ability to learn new skills to be effective in your job change.
You must also have enough money behind you, as you cannot anticipate generating an income as soon as you begin if you are self employed, and a new job with an employer in later life may involve a salary drop Thus, think sensibly before making any choices and once you have made the decision, stay assured about your choices.

Be Realistic, Enthusiastic and Willing to Learn
Mid-life profession changes are challenging because the individual has to contest with younger, quite possibly graduate applicants who tend to have first choice during the recruiting procedure. and all the images employers hold about older workers You can defeat this problem by learning about your new area and job through different resources, like trade guides and the Internet...always, always research a company online as you apply for vacancies...

1.Work hard at your job search, but be prepared to begin at a lower level. ..be realistic...Smaller businesses might be less strict in their candidate selection procedure than large recognized ones.
2.Research about the area - job opportunities in the new industry and its viability and weakness to economic downturn.
3.Do whatever classes or courses are available and affordable to add to your information about the new sector. Good preparation is vital
4.When beginning a business, you should have enough investment and thus you should be very careful about how you invest it. You can access lots of help and advice about starting a business via the internet.


Importance of Career Networking
Networking is very important for professional development, this is known to everyone. You should not challenge the need for public networking, even if you are not an internet lover or expert, instead, use it successfully Communicate with individuals who are well-settled and effective in your new area by connecting on LinkedIn and Facebook.
Networking reveals a wide scope of possibilities, as one gets to connect to individuals who have identical interests , experience and backgrounds.
Social networking sites and professional public networking forums are web-based systems of networking , link building and contacts . So sign up for these websites to get the best assistance in your job search or self employment venture. Through public networking you meet individuals who discuss the same interests as you, and this allows for discovering excellent opportunities

Motivate Yourself
So, you have made the decision or found yourself with the need to look for employment and have organized and investigated everything. Do not let pressure and disappointment, from small failings to get a job you apply for and really want to take control of you and mar your enthusiasm. You cannot expect to get instant success and will be very lucky indeed to do so in the present economic climate...., there are a lot of highs and lows to go through.
The key can be found in getting setbacks in proportion and learning from them. Have trust in your choices and you will be effective.
You should think about your achievements and have faith in your history ...have an optimistic attitude. This will show on your character and you will feel like an achiever, prepared to overcome difficulties and the odds
If you have interest and enthusiasm you can create an effective job change in middle and later life.... it needs effort to be put in, and it also needs perseverance to make it effective.,,but it can be done.


Valerie Hedges