Today, I am a Senior BOA in one of Canada’s Big 5.
On another day, I'll give details of what prompted the change, why I changed & how I navigated the path.
Looking or thinking to change career path?
Come on in. Let’s discuss ways you can strategically do this.
Find a seat and make yourself comfortable.
Today, I am a Senior BOA in one of Canada’s Big 5.
On another day, I'll give details of what prompted the change, why I changed & how I navigated the path.
Also, if you have questions at any point, you can indicate. I'd find time to answer.
(Evaluate Yourself & Your Situation)
It is important to assess yourself in the most honest way before making any decision or allowing your emotions to guide you.
You must understand that making a career change requires commitment & sacrifice.
Evaluating means asking honest questions like:
-Why am I seeking a change?
-Will I be happier?
-Is the workload at my present job stressing me?
-Do I just need more money?
-Is a new career the answer or another job in the same field?
-Am I just bored & looking for something lively?
Once you're done reflecting, your view should be less misty.
Now, make a list of why you want this change. This will help to clarify your viewpoint even more.
(Determining Your New Career)
After convincing yourself that you need to break up with your present field, it is important to know and understand what career you are shooting your shot at.
So, it is important to note that the new career might be difficult to transition to. Still, convinced you to need to make the move?
Great! Let's go on.
(Identifying Skills Needed)
Once your 'career-seeking-map' indicates you have arrived at the 'career-change-decision' point, you now need to identify the skills that are needed to make a career switch.
For instance, in terms of hard skills, a Financial Analyst looking to switch to HR Analyst might find their excel skills will come in handy (hard skills)
This way, you'd know the requirements. You might lack the experience & knowledge. That’s fine.
Compare this with your strengths & weaknesses.
(Your Network)
After the career requirement audit, you should begin to use your network.
Getting the word out will help you find mentors or SMEs who are ready to guide, explain, and direct you accordingly.
- Build/Review your career change resume.
- Have an informal/mock-up interview with you.
- Refer you to entry-level roles within their own network.
Someone in your:
- Network
- Clique
- Association
- Group
- Cabal
- Club
- Society
...will readily refer you for a job before an outsider does.
Many times, the opportunities you want lies within your circle.
(Resume, Cover Letter & Learn!)
- At this stage, you have a blueprint & have a clear path of where you are headed.
So, have a resume that aligns with the new field. Emphasize your transferable & soft skills because you’d be leveraging on them for now.
- Learn, Learn & Learn. Use online platforms to learn various techniques/skills. Put your internet to good use and learn things your network discussed with you.
You know a sour truth? A rejection letter is better than doing nothing. So, never be scared to apply.
It is also strategic to volunteer or take up small pay internship roles.
(Staying Focused & Not Giving Up)
Now, it might sound easy. Truth is? It is not. Having this mindset will get you ready.
Will you give up easily? Will you continue to move when potholes, bumps & hindrances appear?
Because you will be tested, my friend.
It does come with many emotional roller coasters, but being strategic about it and knowing its requirements will really help you stay focused.
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“We don’t negotiate salaries” is a negotiation tactic.
Always. No, your company is not an exception.
A tactic I don’t appreciate at all because of how unfairly it penalizes low-leverage, junior employees, and those loyal enough not to question it, but that’s negotiation for you after all. Weaponized information asymmetry.
Listen to Aditya
And by the way, you should never be worried that an offer would be withdrawn if you politely negotiate.
I have seen this happen *extremely* rarely, mostly to women, and anyway is a giant red flag. It suggests you probably didn’t want to work there.
You wish there was no negotiating so it would all be more fair? I feel you, but it’s not happening.
Instead, negotiate hard, use your privilege, and then go and share numbers with your underrepresented and underpaid colleagues. […]
Always. No, your company is not an exception.
A tactic I don’t appreciate at all because of how unfairly it penalizes low-leverage, junior employees, and those loyal enough not to question it, but that’s negotiation for you after all. Weaponized information asymmetry.
Listen to Aditya
"we don't negotiate salaries" really means "we'd prefer to negotiate massive signing bonuses and equity grants, but we'll negotiate salary if you REALLY insist" https://t.co/80k7nWAMoK
— Aditya Mukerjee, the Otterrific \U0001f3f3\ufe0f\u200d\U0001f308 (@chimeracoder) December 4, 2018
And by the way, you should never be worried that an offer would be withdrawn if you politely negotiate.
I have seen this happen *extremely* rarely, mostly to women, and anyway is a giant red flag. It suggests you probably didn’t want to work there.
You wish there was no negotiating so it would all be more fair? I feel you, but it’s not happening.
Instead, negotiate hard, use your privilege, and then go and share numbers with your underrepresented and underpaid colleagues. […]
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Were "golden tickets" inside the envelopes??
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Review crumbs on the board re: 'gold'.
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