With job security being uncertain across a number of sectors, the American workforce is beginning to look toward career paths beyond their realm of expertise.
Kathyrn Minshaw, founder and CEO at The Muse, joined Cheddar News to offer some advice that could help make your transition onto a new career path easier. She noted that now is an opportune time for people to explore opportunities outside of their comfort zones.
"Make a plan. It is much easier to execute a career change when you have a really clear idea of where you're going to. So speak to someone to understand and really lay out what are your strengths. What are your transferable skills" she told Cheddar News.
She noted that connecting with former superiors and co-workers can help gauge where your strengths lie and areas you might need to improve.
When it comes to marketing and rebranding yourself, Minshaw said it is a "several step process."
One of the most important steps she mentioned was getting familiar with the industry you are interested in, including jargon and lingo that are common in the sector.
"Sign up for industry newsletters, read blogs about the potential career path you're looking to move into or print out job descriptions of jobs that you might want and highlight skills that you have and skills that you need," she added.
Minshaw also noted that keeping your resumé updated so it is reflecting the most accurate version of you is key to switching career lanes.
Much like all the upheaval shaking the world, the huge swings rocking Wall Street may feel far from normal. But, for investing at least, this is normal.
Joe Cecela, Dream Exchange CEO, explains how they are aiming to form the first minority-controlled company to operate an exchange in U.S. history. Watch!
A Michigan judge is putting sponges in the hands of shoplifters and ordering them to wash cars in a Walmart parking lot when spring weather arrives. Genesee County Judge Jeffrey Clothier hopes the unusual form of community service discourages people from stealing from Walmart. The judge also wants to reward shoppers with free car washes. Clothier says he began ordering “Walmart wash” sentences this week for shoplifting at the store in Grand Blanc Township. He believes 75 to 100 people eventually will be ordered to wash cars this spring. Clothier says he will be washing cars alongside them when the time comes.
