How To Move Down the Career Ladder

There are many reasons why people decide to move down the career ladder. You could be tired of the corporate world, want more flexibility to juggle your personal and professional lives, or thinking about trying freelance or gig work, or it could be that you’re simply tired.

Regardless of why you’re considering a change, there are many options regarding what to do next with your career, along with steps you can take to make it happen.

Here are some tips on what to do when you want to make a career change to a position that’s a better fit for where you’re at or where you want to be.

Are You Prepared for a Career Change?

In a time where the average person changes jobs up to 12 times throughout the course of their career, it’s acceptable to hop from job to job and get as much diversified experience as you can. Here’s how to decide whether it’s time for you to change careers, along with tips on making the transition to a new career as easy as possible.

How To Move Down the Career Ladder

In a time where the average person changes jobs up to 12 times throughout the course of their career, it’s acceptable to hop from job to job and get as much diversified experience as you can. Here’s how to decide if it’s time for you to change careers, along with tips on making the transition to a new career as easy as possible.

How to Turn Freelancing Into a Career

Are you looking for more flexibility and the opportunity to take charge of your career? With careful planning and hard work you can make it happen. Here's how to get started when you're considering freelancing as a career.

What's Happening in the World of Work

Here are some timely articles that will help keep you (and your career) up to date with what’s happening in the world of work.

• 7 Ways To Earn Money When You’re Unemployed (The Balance)

• Best Jobs for People With Great Communication Skills (Career Tool Belt)

• Hacks That Can Help You Land Your Dream Career Right Now (CNBC)

• How to Start and Advance Your Career in Accounting (Career Tool Belt)

Do You Need Career Advice?

Do you have a question? Need job search or career assistance? Not sure how to get where you want your career to go? Join our Facebook Career Connections Group for help and advice, and follow Alison on LinkedIn and Twitter.

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