The Career Change Blog

Free Information On Careers

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 21:51:55 GMT

Looking for information on careers? Here's my selection of some of the free resources I have found.

Career Choice Tests. What Are They And How Can They Help?

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 12:44:19 GMT

When you are exploring a career change, career choice tests can offer you useful information to help you choose the right direction.

Career Change Books And Resources

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 02:48:04 GMT

Read on for recommended career change books and resources from Cherry Douglas, Your Career Change Guide.

Your Personal Skills Audit

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 21:49:15 GMT

When changing careers it is essential to carry out a personal skills audit. Try these exercises to help you to do just that.

Financial Advice On Career Change. Practical Steps Towards Your New Career

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 18:46:12 GMT

Follow this practical financial advice on career change to help ensure that you can afford it!

What Are the Job Achievements You Are Proud Of? Celebrate The Best In Your Life!

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 21:58:55 GMT

When you are planning a your career, a careful assessment of your job achievements will help you work out your best next move.

Preparing For A Job Interview. Make Sure You Are Ready To Wow Them!

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 16:26:21 GMT

When you are preparing for a job interview, what are the most important things you should do? Read on to find out how you can be fully prepared and ahead of the game.

Does Your Career Need An MOT?

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 17:15:39 GMT

Back to work after Christmas and the New Year? Is your heart sinking into your boots at the prospect of the year ahead? Why not take a look at my complimentary Career MOT - it could be just what your career needs. I offer a limited number of Career MOTs each month. Just follow the link to find out more.

Who Will You Be in 2012?

Sat, 31 Dec 2011 17:57:32 GMT

According to the iPersonic Online Personality Test I am a Good-Natured Realist. It makes me a good match for the work I do as a Career Coach. I wonder what your personality type will tell you about the jobs that will be a good fit for you? Just follow the link to find out more:

Your Career Change Reason - Is It Really Your Job That's The Problem?

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 09:40:25 GMT

Do you really understand your career change reason? Check out this exercise before you resign from your job to start a new career.

Taking the time to reflect and explore

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 20:24:47 GMT

Although I was taught at school that having a career was important - I was never advised to take some time out to really consider who I am and what career

Looking For New Career Ideas? Check Out These Suggestions To Get You Thinking

Sun, 04 Dec 2011 19:39:00 GMT

Are you searching for new career ideas? Then take a look at these suggestions. They will get you thinking about core career themes that are important to you.

Printable Job Application Forms

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 20:45:00 GMT

Try these printable job application forms if you want to practise your job application skills before you do the real thing!

Sorting Out Your Career Ideas

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 10:06:21 GMT

Pulling together all your ideas about yourself to help you work out which career ideas will be right for you.

Sample Networking Letter

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 16:53:10 GMT

Make sure that you get the response you want from your networking contacts by following this sample networking letter.

Answering Interview Questions. Interview Tips For Career Changers

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 14:45:06 GMT

Changing careers? Here are some tips on answering interview questions to help you convince your future employer.

Changing Career Advice and Ideas. Here's How to Get Started.

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 11:59:51 GMT

Wondering how to change jobs? Don't know where to begin? Here's where you can get changing career advice & ideas together with the tools you need to make it happen.

Your Career Change Questions

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 12:03:13 GMT

This is where you can ask your career change questions to help you make the move to the career you really want.

10 Biggest Career Change Mistakes To Avoid

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 11:49:12 GMT

Want to know the 10 biggest career change mistakes to avoid? Read on to make sure you don’t fall into the trap!

Do I Need a Degree to Change Career?

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 09:35:03 GMT

Samuel asked me if it would be possible to change careers without getting a degree. I showed him a useful resource for researching jobs with different entry levels, but also challenged him to think about whether he might using the need for a degree as a barrier to stop him taking action. Read more of my answer here.

Decision Making Tips For Career Changers

Fri, 30 Sep 2011 14:48:19 GMT

Are you trying to decide about making a career change? Here is a great selection of decision making tips to help you find the right solution for you.

Job Application Tips

Sun, 25 Sep 2011 19:14:07 GMT

Follow these job application tips to make sure your job application forms are winners!

The Top 10 Interview Questions. Which Ones Come Up Again And Again?

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 09:05:56 GMT

What are the top 10 interview questions and how should you tackle them for interview success?

The Career Change Blueprint - What's That All About?

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 12:48:04 GMT

Wondering how you are going to finally get to change careers? Then take a look at my Career Change Blueprint. It shows you the 5 steps to career change success. Just go to the 'click for more info' link to watch the short video and then download your free copy of the Career Change Blueprint Guide.

How Do I Choose?

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 09:05:17 GMT

Victoria has got several career ideas she would like to pursue and she asked me how she should make a choice between the various options. This is a very common concern amongst my clients. The key is information. Read on to discover what I suggested.

Your Attitude to Career Change. Make Sure You Understand It

Sun, 21 Aug 2011 20:56:39 GMT

How do you feel about career change? Excited or terrified? Understanding your attitude to change can make a big difference if changing careers is something you have to face.

Application Developer to Market Research

Sun, 14 Aug 2011 14:06:06 GMT

Pamela, like many recent graduates, is realising that her first career choice is perhaps not the best one for her. It takes a lot of courage to admit you are wrong, but better to admit it than struggle on. Now she would like to move into market research. Read on to discover the tips I gave her about making the move.

Looking For Interesting Career Choices? Here’s How To Find Them.

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 20:49:50 GMT

Interesting career choices can be a key issue for career changers. Read on to find out more about how to identify them.

How To Change Careers – Find Out What You Really Want

Sun, 07 Aug 2011 21:20:54 GMT

Thinking about what you want to get from your work is an essential part of working out how to change careers. Here are some exercises to help you find out.

Self Motivation Techniques. How To Keep Going When The Going Gets Tough

Mon, 25 Jul 2011 20:10:17 GMT

Making any changes in your life can be hard work. Try these self motivation techniques to keep you moving towards your goal

MBA and no job?

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 21:07:54 GMT

David wrote to express his frustration at not being able to get a job now he has got his MBA. But a paper qualification is not always the magic key to a new career. You need to promote yourself not just your qualifications. Read on to find out how I responded to David.

33 Inspirational Talks For £1

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 19:43:43 GMT

The archive of talks in the Inspired Entrepreneurs' Members area has grown to 33. You can access and download all of these for only £1 when you take out a trial membership of the Inspired Entrepreneurs' Club. This has got to be one of the best deals going!

Decision Making Techniques for Career Changers

Sat, 04 Jun 2011 06:58:36 GMT

Here are some decision making techniques you might like to try when you are struggling with making a career change.

Taking a Career Personality Test . Can It Help With Your Career Change?

Mon, 30 May 2011 21:16:58 GMT

How helpful is it to take a career personality test when you are planning a career change? Read on to find out more.

Job Loss At 61

Wed, 18 May 2011 19:57:29 GMT

Donna has worked for the same company for 21 years and now they are closing down. The prospect of searching for a new job seems daunting...what has she got to offer? Read on to find out what I wrote in response to her question.

Come and 'Like' the How To Change Careers Facebook page!

Fri, 13 May 2011 22:19:47 GMT

Want to keep up with news from How To Change Careers? Then I invite you to take a look at my Facebook page and 'like' me! I just posted a great blog by Kerry Hannon - definitely worth a read.

Looking for Career Change Help? Get a Career Change Buddy!

Thu, 12 May 2011 15:33:05 GMT

Trying to make a career change? Help and support from a Career Change Buddy will make all the difference.

Too Old To Be A Tree Surgeon?

Sun, 17 Apr 2011 21:45:46 GMT

Ronnie from the UK asked if at 35 he was too old to be a tree surgeon. As is so often the case with this kind of question, the answer begins with 'it depends...' Read the rest of my answer to Ronnie here...

Turn your Career Change Ideas into Action

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 21:12:45 GMT

Maybe you know what kind of career you want to switch to - but sometimes the biggest challenge of all is turning that idea into a reality. When you get to the job search stage of your career change, make sure you use a wide range of strategies to maximise your chances! Read on to find out what these strategies should include...

What are you proud of at work?

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 19:54:54 GMT

Angela from the US asked me what she should write in response to this question: 'What have you done in your career or career building activities that you most proud of?' I suggested that it rather depends on...

Are You Feeling Inspired?

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 11:40:16 GMT

If not, then I recommend you come along to one of the great speaker events at Inspired Entrepreneurs. I have just posted the latest events on my website. Why not pop over and take a look?

Your Career Change Questions

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 12:13:02 GMT

This is where you can ask your career change questions to help you make the move to the career you really want.

A Young Knight Makes Their Own Future

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 14:29:24 GMT

Hi, my name is Nicola Knight and I am a 22 year old with a big dream - and I am making it happen. I left school at the age of 16 with a few GCSE's and

101 Ways To Enhance Your Career

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 23:47:02 GMT

I am delighted to let you know about this great book which is a wonderful compilation of advice, information and inspiration from 101 career experts from around the world and I am proud to say that I am one of the authors! Wherever you are in your career - just starting out, looking for a new beginning, moving up the ladder, applying for a job, dealing with challenges on the job... you will find something for you here. And for only $19.95, I reckon it is a pretty good deal.

Fear of Failure

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 17:54:46 GMT

Gila from Israel asked about a number of issues including fear of failure, regaining confidence after a setback and having someone who believes in you. Do these sound familar to you? Click the link below to read what I wrote about these issues for Gila.

How To Become A Money Magnet

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 10:59:27 GMT

If you missed Marie-Claire Carlyle speaking at the Inspired Entrepreneur's Club, don't worry - you can download her talk now. And you can get it for free if you take up your £1 trial membership of Inspired Entrepreneur's Club!

The CV & Resume Workbook

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 12:08:47 GMT

The CV & Resume Workbook. Your 12 Step Action Guide to Creating Winning Applications

Don't Give Up The day Job!

Sun, 06 Feb 2011 17:50:27 GMT

Just added another great event to my page about Nick Williams. He has invited Cali Bird to talk about her new book Don't Give Up The Day Job. Cali will be sharing how you can follow your career dreams while maintaining the security of a regular income. Sound good to me. If you are not UK based, then just join the Inspired Entrepreneur's Club for a 1 month trial and you will be able to access Cali's talk as an mp3 for free.

Career Change Assessment - Finding the Answer to Who Am I?

Sat, 05 Feb 2011 21:04:28 GMT

If you want to change your job, then a careful career change assessment is essential. Get started with the key question ‘Who Am I?

How do I find my passion?

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 12:21:04 GMT

Blossom from Lesotho asked this question recently. Click the link below to see the suggestions I made. They could work for you too.