Steps to Take Before Transitioning to a New Career

New York University career counselor Linda Stone recommends taking the following steps prior to transitioning to a new career:

• Recognize that change is a process and that the pace of change varies.
  
• Understand why you feel unfulfilled in your current job.
  
• Assess your skills and achievements and figure out what you want to continue to develop.
  
• Research and conduct informational interviews. Network.
  
• Recognize that everyone has personal barriers and constraints in changing careers.
  
• Develop short- and long-term goals with realistic objectives based on the first five steps.

Click here to read the stories of four recent career changers who are currently pursuing their dream jobs.