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Dreamed of making a successful career transition?

Millions of Americans are currently in career transition mode either on a voluntary basis or due to violent changes in the economy. Here are some tips to making a successful career transition.

Think outside the box! Now more than at any time in history you have to think outside the box in order to make a successful career change. Why? Because the playing field has not only changed but it’s gone! The elite at the top are making the rules up as they go. Scary? Only if you let it get to you! Look for the niches that are being created and capitalize on them. A good example is the explosion in home based internet businesses.

Don’t panic is the order of the day. Keep a cool head and you will stand out. Remember, even in these chaotic times you can make a successful career transition.

Network, Network, Network, Network, Network. Oh and did I say to be sure and network? Now is the time to make your list of friends, family, and anyone else that could connect you with a successful career change. Don’t like to network? Don’t….see where it gets you. Some of the greatest career transitions that I have made were do to networking.

Research. Let your mind go blank and just start researching the net. See what’s out there, and if there are any dominant themes that seem to stand out. Keep an open mind as you surf and keep an eagle eye out for any niche opportunities for your successful career change. One of the most successful career transitions for me was one that came in through the back door. I almost didn’t capitalize on it. I’m very thankful that I did because it made me a ton of money.

Look in mirror and write down what you see. What are your strongest assets. What are your weak areas. What are you now excited about at this time in your life? Make a plan based on your assessment and act on it, ie get additonal training, bact to school, etc. Can you turn one of your passions into a successful career transition?

Most important is to persevere and stay positive. In these chaotic times you are 100 times more likely to make a successful career transition if you are positive and persevere. One of my old mentors used to say, You don’t have to be 100 % better to get the deal, you only have to be 10% better. Sometimes the spoils, or in this case the successful career change, goes to the one that persists. As Winston Churchill said, Never Give Up!